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Rechargeable Batteries Used with Touch Panels for Audio/Visual Systems Recalled by AMX Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsJan 28, 2010
Picture of Recalled MVP-5200i wireless touch panel
Picture of Recalled MVP-5200i wireless touch panel
Picture of Recalled MVP-5100, MVP-5150 wireless touch panel
Picture of Recalled MVP-5100, MVP-5150 wireless touch panel

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

A defect in the battery can cause the battery pack to overheat and rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers

Remedy

Consumer should immediately stop using the touch panels and contact AMX for instructions on how to receive a replacement battery at no cost.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves AMX 5000 series (MVP-5100, MVP-5150, MVP-5200i) wireless touch panels. The model number can be found on a label on the back of the unit. These touch panels can be used as remote controls for residential or commercial audio/visual systems. AMX 5000 series touch panels are available in black or white and include a 5.2" wide screen color LCD display. The touch panel's dimensions are 4 3/4" x 7 9/16" x 13/16".

Sold on

AMX dealers nationwide from May 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,400 and $4,200.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact AMX at (800) 222-0193 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.amx.com, or email the firm at [email protected] and reference "XPX5000B."

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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