Power supply may require all of the electrolytic capacitors to be replaced, along with IC1, a 12V 5 pin IC regulator. Note the original capacitance values and voltages of each cap before replacing any, and/or uprating their voltages. Also note the polarity of each cap in relation to the markings on the board (the + on the board should be opposite the negative marking/stripe on the cap).
It is best to replace all of these caps as well as the IC (type number prefixed by STR and should be available from Panasonic for this model), since this device may have been damaged by increased output voltage from the faulty electrolytic caps in close proximity to it.
If you are tech.savvy and have some experience with a soldering iron, you have a basic understanding of capacitors and their function, as well as extreme patience (this repair is time-consuming), plus you are not too concerned about the cost of parts (the caps are not terribly expensive), you should be able to repair this unit yourself.
Otherwise, it will have to go to an authorised Panasonic service centre, for repair by a qualified technician in a fully equipped workshop. If you decide to go this way, get a quote on the likely repair costs, and a second opinion on whether it is economical to fix or not - but it is up to you as to what course of action you take afterwards.
The downside is if you do take the unit to a repair centre, you could be without it for several weeks.
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