I picked up my R26 from Aoshida. They cover warranty repairs for Gustard. You need to cover shipping cost to but they pay it back. My simple rule is the same buying a tv at Best Buy. When they ask if I want extended warranty. I will reply that if you think I need it you need to show me a different tv! Most electronics if they will go bad they will in the first 24. All manufactures run they for a few hours before shipping.