Panasonic Air Conditioner Reviews

About Panasonic

Panasonic was established in Japan in 1918 when its founder Konosuke Matsushita was just 23 years old. The firm was originally known as Matsushita Electric Housewares Manufacturing Works.

The firm launched its first air conditioner in 1958 and Panasonic began selling its products in Australia in 1962. The Australian company was officially established in 1978, and the name change to Panasonic Australia occurred in 1989. 

Panasonic Australia Head Office Contact Details:

Address: 1 Innovation Road Macquarie Park, NSW 2113 
Telephone: 132 600
Email address: Online form
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Panasonic Air Conditioning Solutions

In Australia, Panasonic offers split (single and multi-room) and ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning solutions. 

The following series are available in wall-mounted split systems.

• Z Series (AKR) 2.5 - 9.5 kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 10. 3kW (Heating). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating.
  Indoor noise: 21 - 51 dB(A)
• RZ Series (AKR) 2.5 - 9.5kW (Cooling) 3.0 - 10.3 kW (Heating). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating.
  Indoor noise: 19 - 44 dB(A)
• U Series (AKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling only). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3 - 3.5 stars.
  Indoor noise: 42 - 47 dB(A)
• HZ Series (YKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.2 - 9.0kW (Heating). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4.5 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3.5 stars heating.
  Indoor noise: 36 - 45 dB(A)
• Z Series (XKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 9.0kW (Heating). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4.5 stars cooling, 3.5 - 4 stars heating.
  Indoor noise: 34 - 58 dB(A)
• RZ Series (XKR) 2.5 - 8.0kW (Cooling), 3.0 - 9.0kW (Heating). 
  Star rating (average climate): 3.5 - 4 stars cooling, 2.5 - 3 stars heating..
  Indoor noise: 45 - 50 dB(A)

All are inverter-based systems, and Coefficient Of Performance (COP) ratings range from 3.49 - 5.16.

Common features are nanoe X (air purification), built-in Wi-Fi, aerowings (longer airflow up to 15 meters), iAUTO-X (provides more rapid cooling), ECO Mode with A.I. Control and R32 refrigerant. Additional features depending on the series are quiet mode, an anti-bacterial filter, humidity sensor and "powerful" mode.

In multi-room split systems, up to 5 indoor units with independent control can be added: the Z, RZ, Ultra Slim Ducted, Mini Cassette and Floor Console.

For the outdoor units, the noise level is generally between 49 and 68 dB(A) depending on model and mode.

In terms of ducted solutions, Panasonic’s Smart Zone Control allows individual control of up to 8 zones; controlled by the Panasonic Comfort Cloud App and CZ-RTC6(W)Z (CONEX Zone Controller). There's even voice control with Google Assistant control compatibility.

Warranty Information

Panasonic air conditioners used for residential applications in Australia come with a 5-year warranty covering parts and labour for faults due to workmanship or materials. To be eligible, the unit must be installed correctly and maintained properly. Those living on the coast should note that a warranty exclusion is rust or damage caused by exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions; but what's considered "abnormal" isn't clarified.

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Learn everything you need to know about choosing the best air-conditioner for your house and compare selected brands and models side-by-side in our comprehensive Australian home air-conditioning guide.