ImportantSafeguardsandPrecautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETNN1
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING I
INSTRUCTIONS. HEEO ALL WARNINGS /
It N THE MANUAL AND ON,THE UNIT /
IINSTALLATION _
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video
Products Dealer verify the power source in your
home,
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
AS a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either a polarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire
grounding type plug,
POLARfZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If
cannot fully inset; the plug, try reversing it. If it°u
Y
still will not fit, have an electrician install the
roper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature
y tampering with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into athree-hole grounding
outleL If necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic,
II an extension cord is used, make sure it also
has either a polarized or grounded plug and that
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed
cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked
wire insulation are hazardous and should be
replaced by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.
4 DO NOT BLOCKVENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated dudng operation, ff they are btocked,
heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures
that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage
to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:
a, Never cover ventilation slots or the unit
while in use, or operate the unit when placed
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surlace.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
or rack, untess proper ventilation is provided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDENTEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a
closed vehicle, etc,. Do not move the unit
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature
variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a
coJd place to a warm place, moisture may
condense in the unit and on the tape.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
•Do not place unsecured equipment on a
sloping sudace.
•Do not place this uniton any support
that is _ fin'n, teve], and adaquatety ,.,_....
str0ng. 1tie unitcould fall CaL_ng
sodous iniury to a chitd or adult _"IL.
and damage to the unit,
oAn appliance and cad c_'nbinat_n
should be moved with care,
Quick slops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combinatiOnto overturn.
• Carefully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
aocessodes when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.
2
'1 OU_OOR A,NTENNA INSTALLATION t
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
It an outside antenna or cable system isconnected to t_e
equipment be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provk:le some protection against built up sta_ Charges
and voltage surges. Section -_
810 of the National Electrical ._jr_:.
Code, ANSL/NFPA 70 (in Canada, J _.A_
part Iot theCar_dian Electdca] _ J',_=J _, _
Code) provick_infom'_aben _)_[:::_-'_-.1..
with respectto propergrounding L._ _"_.,zT_-*-_=_r"
of the mast and supporting _ i_1_:_,-._
structure, grounding of the teed-in wire _"_----=_--=-_,_'=,_=_.'_'-
to an antenna discharge unit,size of grounding cond_ors,
locationof antenna discharge unit, con;.'_,ctionto grounding
electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2 KEEPANTENNACLF.AROFH_GHVOLTAGEPOWERLINESORC_RCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away from
power lines, electric light or power drouits and where itwignever
come {ritecontact with these power sources ifit should happen to
fail. When installingan outside antenna, extreme care should be
taken to avoid touching power lines,clrcu_s o_other power
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards invek_l,d,
antenna installationshould be left to aprofessional,
IUSING THE VID,,E,O,,,UNIT I
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNITAWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
aqualified service technician before use.
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before tearing the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect el/equipment from the power source as wsll as
the antenna and cable system.
4 WHENTHE UNITIS PLUGGEDIN
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit, Immediately unplug
the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician.
Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts
caused by liquid contact inside,
•Never drop orpush any object through openings in the unit.
Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact
Can cause electdc shock or rite hazard,
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
as this may cause etectricat mlefference. Keep sll magnets
away from electronic equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use onty accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING THE UN1T
Unplug the unit. Then. use a dean, dry,chemically untreated ck_th
to gent_!"emove dust or deb=is.DO NOT USE cleaningflui,ds,
aerosols, or forced air that o_uld over-spray, or seep into _ unit
and cause electrical shock. Any sut_tence such as wax, adhesive
tape, elc. may mar thecabir_ surface. Exposure to greasy, humid,
or d_/areas may adversely affect internal parts.
I s_-_wlce I
1 DO NOTSERVICETHIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating
instructions, this Video product does not operate properly,
do net attempl to open or remove covers, or make any
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit
and contact a qualified service technician.
2 IF REPLACEMENTPARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by
the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
characteristics as the odginal partS. The use of unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3 HAVETH E SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM ASAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as
described in the manufacture's service literature to ensure
that the video unit is in safe operating condition.
