IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read instructions –All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain instructions –The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaner or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth only.
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. Water and moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near swimming pool, etc.
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the
product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the unit, protecting it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered, for example, by
placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not place the unit in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
11. Power sources – This product should be operated using only 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 local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Power-cord protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to the cords where they connect to plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point at which they connect to the product.
13. Outdoor antenna grounding – If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the
antenna system is grounded so as to provided some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure:
14. Lightning – For added protection for this product 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 product due to lightning and power line surges.
15. Power lines – An outside antenna system should be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with
them could be fatal.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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