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Safety Precautions
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.
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
• 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.
For U.S.A. and Canada: AC 120 V
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock. Do
not remove cover (or back). No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
• 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 29).
This product becomes hot during its use. Take
enough care when handling the product.
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.
• 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.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
• Never place anything on the product. (Placing
liquids, naked flames, cloths, paper, etc. on the
product may cause a fire.)
• Do not apply any strong shock to the LCD panel.
(Do not hit any object against it or push it with a
sharp-pointed tool.)
• Do not put heavy objects on the product.
• Do not step on or hang on the product.
Do not use the product for a long time if the sound
is distorted.
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.
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