Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN
IINSTALLATION
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or kl this manual. If necessary, have
your Electric Utility Servzce Company or Video
Products Dealer verify the power source in your
home
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As asafety 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.
pOLARrZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still
will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall
outlet. DO not defeat the safety feature by tampering
with the plug.
GROLINDtNG PLUS CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
outlet. 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 anyth _mS rest on them, roll
over them, or be _the wayof walking traffic.
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also
has either apolarized or grounded plug and that
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed
cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cra_ed
wire insulation are hazardou_s and shOuld be
replaced by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extet_ion cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION ROLES
Ventitatior= openlege in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If they are blocked,
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 rides:
a. Never cover ventllegon slots or the unit whtle
in use, or operate the unit when placed on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid buiftgn installation, such as abook
case or rack, unless proper ventilation is
provided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or radiator, in direct suniight, inside a
closed vehicle, etc.. Co not move the unit
suddenly between areas of extrerr_ temperature
variation, If the unit is suddenly moved from a
cold place to awarm place, moisture may
condense in the unit and on the tape.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
damage to the unit.
•An appliance and cad combination shOuld be
moved with care, Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
-Carefully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment
I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION ]
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CASLE CONNECTION
g an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be suns the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against butit up static
charges and voltage surges.
Section 810 of the Nat icP.al ___=_ ..'_€',
El_tdca4 Code, ANSI/NFPA _ _
70 in Canada, part 1 of the
Canadldn Electhcal Cocie
provides information with I
respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unff, size
of grounding conduct e_, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
grounding electrode
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
LINES OR CIRCU I'FS
An outside antenna system should be local ed well away
from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it
will never come into contact with these power sources if it
should happen to fall. When inslaiting an outside antenna,
extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
Because of the hazarda involve_, antenna installation should
be left to aprofessional.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT I
If the unit has been in storage or mOved to a new Iocaticn, refer
first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY 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
a qualif_d se_'ic_ t_hniclan before use=
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoom or outdoors, or
before leaving the unit unused for e xte_'lded periods of time,
dis4;orN_eet all'equipment from the power source as well as
the antenna and cable system.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT
OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit.
Immedletefy unplug the unit and have it inspected by a
service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result rein
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact irmlde,
•Never drop or push any object through openings in the
unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
•Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
as this may cause eieclrieal interference, Keep all
magnets away from electronic equipment,
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards,
E CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit, Then, usa a clean, dry, chemically
untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT
USE cteantng fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-
spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shOCk. Any
substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the
cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas
may adverSely affe:t internal parts.
I SERWCE I
1 DO NOT SERVICE TUIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If* alter carefully following the detailed operating instructions,
this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt
to open or remove covers, or make any adlust ments not
deschbed in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a
quaitfied service technician.
2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUtRED
Make sure the service technlc_an USeS only pads specdicd
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unaut hodzl_l
substitutes may result in,ire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
3 }'lAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY
CHECK
Alter any service or repairs to the unit. request the se_ice
technician to conduct athorough safety check as described
in the manufacture's service literature to ensure that the
Safety Precautions video unit is in safe operating condition.
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or
moisture.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Avertissement: Afin de prdvenir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs _lectriques, nepas
exposer cat appareil bla pluie ou bune humidite excessive.
Attention: Pour _viter lee chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche
danE la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause eJectrie shock. Therefore,
it is dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.
FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
user's authority to operate, -2-
