Important safety information
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Important safety information
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual and on the
device:
Symbol
Signal
word
Meaning
Warning Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards.
Warning Indicates a risk of injury or health
hazards caused by electrical
voltage.
Important Indicates possible damage to the
device/accessories.
Note
Indicates important information.
The following labels are used in the text:
Meaning
1. …
2. …
Set of tasks or instructions with a defined
sequence in the text
•
…
•
…
Set of points or warnings without a defined
sequence in the text
Proper use
Only use the device for the purpose which it was de-
signed and built for. Any other use is considered inap-
propriate.
This device may only be used for the following purpose(s):
•
This digital recorder is used in combination with con-
nected video signal sources (B/W and colour cam-
eras) and video output devices (CRT or TFT moni-
tors) for object surveillance.
Note
Data storage is subject to national data-protection
guidelines.
During installation, inform your customers regard-
ing the existence of these guidelines.
General
Before using the device for the first time, read the following
instructions carefully and pay attention to all warnings,
even if you are already familiar with electronic devices.
Warning
All guarantee claims become invalid for damage
caused by non-compliance with these operating
instructions.
We cannot be held liable for resulting damage.
Warning
We cannot be held liable in the event of material
or personal damage caused by improper opera-
tion or non-compliance with the safety information.
All guarantee claims are invalid in such cases.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
If you pass on or sell the device, you must also include
this user manual.
This device has been manufactured in accordance with
international safety standards.
Power supply
•
Only operate this device through a power source
which supplies the mains power specified on the type
plate.
•
If you are unsure of the power supply at the installa-
tion location, contact your power supply company.
Warning
Avoid data loss!
Always use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
with overvoltage protection.
•
Disconnect the device from the mains power supply
before carrying out maintenance or installation work.
•
The on/off switch does not completely disconnect the
device from the mains power supply.
•
To disconnect the device completely from the mains
power supply, the plug must be disconnected from
the mains socket. Therefore, the device should be
positioned so that direct and unobstructed access to
the mains socket is guaranteed at all times and the
plug can be disconnected immediately in an emer-
gency.
•
To avoid the possibility of fires, the plug should al-
ways be disconnected from the network socket if the
device is not used for long periods. Disconnect the
device from the mains power supply before impend-
ing electrical storms, or use an uninterruptible power
supply.
