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POWER CONNECTION

The power supply voltage rating of this product is AC 120 V (For U.S.A. and Canada) and AC 220 – 240 V (For
European countries, Asian countries, and United Kingdom).
The power cord attached conforms to the following power supply voltage and countries. Use only the power
cord designated to ensure safety and EMC regulations of each country.

This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug.
• This product should be operated only with the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not

sure of the type of power supply of your home, consult your product dealer or local electric power company.

Warning:

• Do not use the same power cord for AC 120 V as for AC 220 – 240 V. Doing so may cause malfunction,

electric shock or fire.

Note for United Kingdom power cord only

The plug of United Kingdom power cord has a built-in fuse. When replacing the fuse, be sure to use only a
correctly rated approved type, re-fit the fuse cover. (Consult your dealer or qualified personnel.)

How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with the blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.

• Do not install this product in the following places:

– in a damp or dusty room
– where the product is exposed to soot or

steam, such as near the cooking counter or a
humidifier

– near heat sources
– where condensation easily occurs, such as

near the window

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart,

stand, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product.

The product should be mounted according to the

manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mount recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use this product near water.
• Be sure to install the product in the place where

proper temperature and humidity are kept (

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“Operating conditions” on page 15).

This product becomes hot during its use. Take

enough care when handling the product.

Safety Precautions

WARNING:

TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure
your personal safety. But

IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

In order

not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation,
use, and service. Please read these “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” carefully before use.
•  All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
•  The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
•  All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
•  All operating instructions should be followed.

Fuse

For United Kingdom:
AC 220 – 240 V

For European and Asian countries:
AC 220 – 240 V

Under the following conditions,

1.  Turn off the power.
2.  Unplug this product from the wall outlet.
3.  Refer service to qualified service personnel.

a) When the product emits smoke or unusual smell.
b) When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance —for example, no picture or no
sound.

c) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

on the product.

d) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

f) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

Do not use the product for a long time if the sound
is distorted.

• Before connecting other products such as VCR’s and personal computers, you should turn off the power of

this product for protection against electric shock.

• Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may be hazardous.
•

When replacement parts are required,

be sure the service technician has used replacement parts

specified by the manufacturer or equivalents. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.

•

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,

ask the service technician to perform safety

checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages and other hazards. Refer all
service to qualified service personnel.

For U.S.A. and Canada: AC 120 V
(not supplied)

• Make enough room for inserting or removing the

power plug. Place the product as close to an AC
outlet as possible. The main power supply for the
product is controlled by inserting or removing the
power plug.

• When you install the product in a place where you

cannot easily insert or remove the power plug
from an AC outlet, insert or remove the power
cord from the AC inlet on the product.

• When the product is left unattended and unused

for a long period of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the cable system.

• Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or

convenience receptacles on other equipment as
this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

• Use only the accessory cord designed for this

product to prevent shock.

• Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation. These ensure reliable operation of the
product and protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered.

• Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-circuit the parts, which
could result in a fire or electric shock.