Panasonic FZ-VEBN121 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

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FRANÇAIS 日本語DEUTSCHENGLISH

4-Bay Cradle

Cradle für 4 Akkus

Station d’accueil multi appareils (4 baies)

クレードル（4連式）

Model No.

FZ-VEBN121

DHQX1142XA/J1 C0316-2027Printed in China

For U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency

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terference Statement

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Note:

R This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Warning:

R To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, use only shielded interface

cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

Responsible party

nasonic Corporation of North America

Pa
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102, USA
Support contact: http://business.panasonic.com/support-computerstablets

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For Europe

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

"Hereby, Panasonic declares that this 4-Bay Cradle is in
co

mpliance with the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of EU Council Directives."

Authorised Representative:
Pa

nasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Warning: Th
environment this equipment may cause radio interference.

is equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential

Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling

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stems

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This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying
do

cuments means that used electrical and electronic products must
not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please
take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your
national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human
health and the environment. For more information about collection
and recycling, please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.

Interface Cable

e of an interface cable longer than 3 m is not recommended.

R Us

To ensure Compliance to the EMC Directive, shielded LAN cables shall be used.

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Ecodesign information

A S A

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Ecodesign information under EU Regulation (EC) No.1275/2008 amended by (EU)
Regulation No.801/2013. From 1 January 2015.

please visit here: www.ptc.panasonic.eu
click [Downloads] ® Energy related products information (Public)

Power consumption in networked standby and guidance are mentioned in the web
site above.

For UK

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

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is appliance is supplied with a molded three pin mains plug for your safety and

T
convenience.
A 3 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has
a rating of 3 ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark
If

the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when
the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.
If the fitted molded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home then the
fuse should be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely.
There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any
13-ampere socket.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differs according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A
and B).
Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may
differ from actual AC mains plug.
Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and close or attach
the fuse cover.

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

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India Only

claration of Conformity with the requirements of the E-Waste (Management)

De
Rules

The Product is in conformity with the requirements of the reduction of hazardous
substances of the E-Waste Rules.

The content of hazardous substance with the exemption of the applications listed in
SCHEDULE II of the E-waste Rules:

1. Lead (Pb) – not over 0.1 % by weight;

2. Cadmium (Cd) – not over 0.01 % by weight;

3. Mercury (Hg) – not over 0.1 % by weight;

4. Hexavalent chromium (Cr6+) – not over 0.1 % by weight;

5. Polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) – not over 0.1 % by weight;

6. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) – not over 0.1 % by weight.

For the purpose of recycling to facilitate effective utilization of
re

sources, please return this product to a nearby authorized
collection center, registered dismantler or recycler, or Panasonic
service center when disposing of this product.
Please see the Panasonic website for further information on
collection centers, etc. , or call the toll-free number below.

Website:

tp://www.panasonic.com/in/corporate/sustainability/

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panasonic-india-i-recycle-program.html

Service helpline: 1800 103 1333 or 1800 108 1333

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Contents

Introduction page 6

Safety precautions page 7

Handling and maintenance page 9
Description of parts page 10
Connections page 11
Docking and removing the unit page 12
Troubleshooting page 13
Specifications page 13

Introduction

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is product is designed for use with the Panasonic FZ-N1 and FZ-F1 series

(hereinafter referred to as "the unit") (as of February 2017).
R Also thoroughly read the Operating Instructions of the unit.

Main features

The following features can be used for up to four units simultaneously.
– Charge a unit
– Connect USB devices via the USB ports
– Connect to a network via the LAN ports

Compatible batteries

R FZ-VZSUN110U
R FZ-VZSUN120U

Included accessories

R AC Adaptor (Model number CF-AA5713A) x 1
R AC Cord*1 x 1
R Operating Instructions (this document) x 1

*1 Do not use the supplied power cord with products other than CF-AA5713A.

Note:

R Some illustrations in this document may look different from the actual product.

Also, the details of the descriptions may vary due to differences between the
software versions of the unit.

R Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Safety precautions

arge only specified units or batteries.

R Ch

Charging unspecified units or batteries may result in electrolyte leakage,
overheating, smoke, rupture, or a fire.

R When using this product, do not expose your skin to the surface of the AC

adaptor for a prolonged period.

Generated heat can cause low-temperature burns.

R Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.

This may cause the battery to short circuit or overheat, which may result in a fire
or electric shock.

R Do not insert foreign objects into the product.

This may cause the battery to short circuit or overheat, which may result in a fire
or electric shock.

R Do not expose the product to water or other liquids.

Doing so may cause a short circuit, generation of heat, overheating, or rupture,
which may result in a fire, electric shock or injury.
R If the product gets wet, immediately unplug the AC adaptor and AC plug,

remove the unit, and then contact your technical support representative if any
malfunction occurs.

R Do not touch the product, AC adaptor or cables during lightning storms if

the product is connected to an AC adaptor.

There is a remote chance of electric shock.

R

Immediately stop using the product if any of the following occurs.
– Pr

oduct is damaged

– Water or foreign objects enter the product
– Product emits smoke
– Product emits unusual smell or sound
– Product becomes unusually hot
Continuing use may result in fire or electric shock. Immediately unplug the AC
plug, remove the unit, and then contact your technical support representative if
any malfunction occurs.

R Do not do anything that may damage the AC cord, the AC plug, or the AC

adaptor.
Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools, bend, twist, or
pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or bundle it tightly.

Continuing to use a damaged cord, plug or AC adaptor may result in a fire, or
electric shock.

R Contact your technical support representative if any malfunction occurs.

R Clean dust and other debris on the AC plug regularly.

If dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity, etc. may cause a
defect in the insulation, which may result in a fire.

R Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.
R Pull the plug if the product is not being used for a long period of time.

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R Insert the AC plug completely.

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f the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheating or electric shock

may result.

R Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.

R Do not pull or insert the AC plug if your hands are wet.

Electric shock may result.

R Do not connect the AC adaptor to a power source other than a standard

household AC outlet.

Otherwise, a fire due to overheating may result. Connecting to a DC/AC
converter (inverter) may damage the AC adaptor. On an airplane, only connect
the AC adaptor/charger to an AC outlet specifically approved for such use.

R Do not allow conductive materials such as metal objects to touch the bus

connector terminals. Also, do not touch the terminals with your hands.

This may result in a fire, burn, or electric shock.

R Do not leave the product in areas with a high concentration of moisture,

steam, dust, oily vapors, etc.

Foreign material that enters the product may cause a fire or electric shock.

R Do not move the product while the AC plug is connected.

The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in a fire or electric shock.

R If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the AC plug immediately.

R Do not subject the AC adaptor to any strong impact.

Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being dropped may result in
a fire or electric shock.

R Contact your technical support representative if any malfunction occurs.

R Make sure not to charge the product when it is used with a wet unit.

This may result in a fire or electric shock.

R Do not leave the product in extremely high temperature environments for

an extended period.

Leaving the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures,
such as near fire or in direct sunlight, may deform the product or cause damage
or malfunction to its internal components. Using the product in these conditions
may cause short circuit, insulation defects, etc., which may in turn cause a fire or
electric shock.

R Do not place the product on an unstable surface.

The product may drop, resulting in injury.

R Use only specified AC adaptors and the supplied AC cord.

Use of unspecified AC adaptors or AC cords may result in a fire or electric shock.

R When cleaning the product or if you will not use it for a long period of

time, unplug the AC plug for your safety.

Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock.

R Hold the plug when unplugging the AC plug.

Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a fire or electric shock.

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R Use the LAN port for connecting to specified network equipment only.

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onnecting to unspecified equipment could result in a fire or electric shock.
Connect only 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T equipment to the LAN port. Do not
attempt to connect phone cables or other types of cables.

Handling and maintenance

Ob

ey the following to ensure proper use and operation of this product.

Operating environment

R Place the product on a flat, stable surface.
R Do not leave the product in places under direct sunlight or around heating

appliances.

R Using this product continuously in a hot environment will shorten the product life.

Avoid use in these types of environments.

Handling cautions

R Do not drop the product or subject it to impacts. Doing so may cause

malfunctions or damage.

R If the unit you are using with the product is wet, remove the water by wiping off

the moisture, and thoroughly dry the unit before docking it in the product.

R Do not block the product’s ventilation opening.

Maintenance

R Always disconnect the AC adaptor before cleaning the product.
R Clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.

R Do not clean the product with solvents such as benzene, thinner, alcohol, or

kitchen detergent because they may affect the surface of the product.

R If the bus connector terminals are dirty, battery charging may not be possible.

Clean them with a soft, dry cloth.

R Be careful not to bend the bus connector terminals.

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Description of parts

A Release button

ess this button to release the unit before removing it.

Pr

B Bus connector terminals

pplies power to the unit, and link the unit to the USB ports and to the LAN

Su
ports.

C Ventilation opening
D DC input jack

l

lows you to connect an AC adaptor to the product.

A

E Power switch

wers on this product.

Po

F LAN port
G USB port
H Power indicator

reen, lit: Power on

G
Off: Power off

Explanation of graphical symbol on nameplate

: Alternating current
: Direct current

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Connections

nnect the AC adaptor (A), LAN cables (B), and USB cables (C) as shown

Co
below.
R USB ports 1 to 4 correspond to cradles 1 to 4 respectively. (The cradle numbers

are indicated below the release buttons.)

R The AC cord may vary depending on the country.

ote:

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R You must connect the AC adaptor and turn on the power switch to use the

product.

R When LAN cables are used in a daisy chain connection, the simultaneous

communication speed may decrease.

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Docking and removing the unit

ck the unit as shown below. Make sure the unit is inserted fully into the product.

Do
R When the unit is docked, the unit’s indicator (A) lights in orange while the

battery is charging, and lights in green when charging is complete. For more
about the charging time, refer to the Operating Instructions of the unit.

R Charge the battery in environments with an ambient temperature of 10 °C to 35

°C (50 °F to 95 °F).

To remove the unit, press the release button firmly and then lift the unit up.

te:

No

R Do not remove the unit while data is being transmitted by the USB or LAN ports.

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Troubleshooting

you experience any trouble while using this product, refer to the following

If
information for basic troubleshooting. If the trouble persists, contact your technical
support representative.

The unit or battery

es not charge.

do

Charging ends

ickly or does not

qu
occur at all.

R The unit is not properly inserted. Make sure it is

inserted properly.

R The AC adaptor is not properly connected. Confirm

the connection.

R The terminals are dirty. Clean the terminals.
R The power may be off. Turn on the power switch

(page 10).

R The ambient temperature is too low or too high.

Charge the battery in environments with an ambient
temperature of 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F).

R The battery may be worn out. Replace the battery

with a new one.

Specifications

Power supply input 15.6 V DC, 7 A
External bus connector
L

AN port

*1

SB port

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imensions (W ´ D

D

Weight Approx. 2.0 kg (4.4 lb)
Operating environment 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

AC adaptor

*1 Operation of all USB-compatible peripherals is not guaranteed.
*

<Only for North America> The AC adaptor is designed for use with power

2

sources that supply up to 240 V AC. The AC cord supplied with the AC
adaptor is designed for use with power sources that supply up to 125 V AC.

´ H) Approx. 466 mm ´ 212 mm ´ 95 mm

*2

4

9 pins ´
(10Base-T/100Base-TX) ´ 2
U

SB 2.0 ´ 4

(18.4 in. ´ 8.4 in. ´ 3.8 in.)
(excluding protrusions)

% to 80 % relative humidity

30
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nput: 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz

tput: 15.6 V DC, 7.05 A

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Für Europa

Konformitätserklärung

„Hiermit erklärt Panasonic, dass dieser Cradle für 4 Akkus die wichtigs­ten Auflagen und andere relevante Bestimmungen der zutreffenden
EU-Direktiven erfüllt.“

Autorisierter Vertreter:
Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Deutschland

Warnung: Dieses Gerät entspricht Klasse A der CISPR 32. In einer Wohnumgebung
kann dieses Gerät Funkstörungen verursachen.

Entsorgung von Altgeräten
Nur für die Europäische Union und Länder mit Recyclingsystemen

Dieses Symbol, auf den Produkten, der Verpackung und/oder den Begleit­dokumenten, bedeutet, dass gebrauchte elektrische und elektronische Pro­dukte nicht in den allgemeinen Hausmüll gegeben werden dürfen.
Bitte führen Sie alte Produkte zur Behandlung, Aufarbeitung bzw. zum Re­cycling gemäß den gesetzlichen Bestimmungen den zuständigen Sammel­punkten zu.
Indem Sie diese Produkte ordnungsgemäß entsorgen, helfen Sie dabei,
wertvolle Ressourcen zu schützen und eventuelle negative Auswirkungen
auf die menschliche Gesundheit und die Umwelt zu vermeiden. Für mehr
Informationen zu Sammlung und Recycling, wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren
örtlichen Abfallentsorgungsdienstleister.
Gemäß Landesvorschriften können wegen nicht ordnungsgemäßer Entsor­gung dieses Abfalls Strafgelder verhängt werden.

Schnittstellenkabel

R Die Verwendung eines Schnittstellenkabels, das länger als 3 m ist, wird nicht empfohlen.

Zur Einhaltung der EMV-Richtlinie müssen abgeschirmte LAN-Kabel verwendet werden.

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Informationen zum Ecodesign

Ecodesign-Informationen der EU Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1275/2008 geändert durch (EU)
Verordnung Nr. 801/2013. Ab 1. Januar 2015.

Besuchen Sie bitte: www.ptc.panasonic.eu
Klicken Sie auf [Downloads] ® Energy related products information (Public)

Leistungsaufnahme im Netzwerk-Bereitschaftsmodus und Anleitung finden Sie in der oben
genannten Website.

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