Metz DN52 User manual

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INTRODUCTION
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
Please keep the product’s guarantee sheet and receipt in a safe place.
Precautions
• Read this booklet carefully.
• Make sure the rating of your household electricity supply matches that
shown on the back of your product.
• Read this page and chapter ‘Setting up your product’ to help you set up and
adjust your product correctly.
• Do not put the product in a hot or humid place.
• Do not open the product. Get a qualified technician to carry out any repairs.
• Do not connect the product to the power supply if you have just moved it
from a cold environment to a warm room. This can lead to condensation
inside the product, which can damage it. Wait for approx. 2 hrs for it to
reach room temperature.
• Make sure the product is placed at least 10 cm apart from other home
appliances or obstacles to ensure sufficient ventilation.
• The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases should be placed on top of the
recorder.
• Before a storm and/or lightning, unplug the product from the mains supply
and aerial.
• Put the product on a steady flat surface.
• Only clean the product with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use harsh or
alcohol- based cleaning agents.
For your own Safety
• There are no components in this product you can service or repair yourself.
• Do not open the case of the product. Only allow a qualified engineer to
repair or service your product.
• This product is designed to work continuously. Switching it off (stand-by
mode) does not disconnect it from the mains. To disconnect it from the
mains you have to unplug it.
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Important Safeguards
Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
LASER
This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product please
read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require
maintenance, contact an authorized service location - see service procedure.
Use of control adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser
radiation when open and interlocks defeated.
DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM.
DANGER Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.
CAUTION Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the
Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
‘dangerous voltage‘ within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Theexclamationpointwithinanequilateraltriangle
isintendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceof
importantoperatingandservicinginstructionsin
theliteratureaccompanyingtheappliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION Any changes or modification in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Important Safeguards
This set has been designed and manufactured to
assure personal safety. Improper use can result in
electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards
incorporated in this unit will protect you if you
observe the following procedures for installation, use
and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does
not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
1 READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the unit is operated.
2 RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3 HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5 CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6 ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments unless recommended by
the unit’s manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7 WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water- for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
8 ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult as well
as serious damage to the unit. Use this unit only
with a cart, stand , tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer.
8A A unit and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
9 VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the case are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the unit
and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. These
openings must not be blocked by placing the unit
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
unit should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat radiator. This unit should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
10 POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. For units intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
11 POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, mains sockets, and
the point where they exit from the unit.
12 LIGHTNING
For added protection for this unit during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the
unit due to lightning and power line surges.
13 DISC TRAY
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc drawer as
it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.
14 OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets of extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
15 OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Never push objects of any kind into this unit
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or ‘short-out’ parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the unit.
16 BURDEN
Do not place a heavy object on or step on the
product. The object may fall, causing serious
personal injury and serious damage to the
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
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17 DISC
Do not use a cracked, deformed or repaired disc.
These discs are easily broken and may cause
serious personal injury and product malfunction.
18 SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions.
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the unit.
C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the unit does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the unit to its normal operation.
E. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
F. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in
performance-this indicates a need for service.
20 REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, have the
service technician verify that the replacements he
uses have the same safety characteristics as the
original parts. Use of replacements specified by
the unit manufacturer can prevent fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
21 SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
unit, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks recommended by the manufacturer to
determine that the unit is in safe operating
condition.
22 WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
23 HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
24 To prevent battery electrolyte leakage, which may
result in injury and damage to the unit or other
objects, observe the following precautions;
A. All batteries must be installed with the proper
polarity.
B. Do not mix new with old or used batteries.
C. Only use batteries of the same type and brand.
D. Remove the batteries when they are not to be
used for a long period time.
E. When the batteries have become discharged,
they must be disposed of in a safe manner
which complies with all applicable laws.
25 WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
The meaning of the symbol on the product, its
accessory or packaging indicates that
this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Please, dispose of
this equipment at your applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical & electronic equipments
waste. In the European Union and
Other European countries which there are
separate collection systems for used electrical
and electronic product. By ensuring the correct
disposal of this product, you will help prevent
potentially hazardous to the environment and to
human health, which could otherwise be caused
by unsuitable waste handling of this product. The
recycling of materials will help conserve natural
resources. Please do not therefore dispose of
your old electrical and electronic equipment with
your household waste. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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