1 Safety recommendations
Where to put your Set-top box?
Warnings and safety instructions
Use of the Set-top boxis subject to safety measures
designed to protect users and their environment.
In order to guarantee the correct operation of your Set-top box,
you must:
place it indoors to protect it from lightning, rain, and direct
sunlight,
place it in a dry and well ventilated area,
keep it away from heat sources such as radiators, candles,
lamps,etc.
protect it from dampness, place it on a flat surface from
where it will not fall and is out of the reach of children,
avoid violent shocks. Choose a stable, horizontal surface on
which the Set-top box will not be exposed to intense
vibrations.
do not place anything on top of your Set-top box (as it would
restrict ventilation): the ventilation slots located on the casing
prevent your Set-top box from overheating. If you place the
Set-top box in a compartment or other closed space, leave a
space of at least 10 cm on each side and 20 cm on the front
and back of the Set-top box,
connect it directly to the mains with the provided cords, the
socket must be near the Set-top box and easy to access. The
use ofan extension cable (with multi-points) is not
recommended.
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In case of failure, the power cable is the
disconnect device for this equipment. To remove
all electrical power from the equipment,
disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet.
Connect the Set-top box to the electrical outlet in
accordance with the indications mentioned on the
identification label affixed on the Set-top box (voltage,
power, frequency of electricity network).
The identification label is located under the Set-top box or
on the rear panel.
You must imperatively use the Set-top box in an
environment that complies with the following requirements:
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temperature: between 0°C [32°F] and 40°C [104°F].
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ambient humidity: between 20% and 90%.
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altitude: below 2000 m [6562 ft].
To avoid short-circuits (fire or electrocution hazard), do not
expose your Set-top box to dampness. Do not place any
object containing liquid (vase for example) on the appliance.
The Set-top box must not be splashed with liquid. If liquid is
spilled onto the Set-top box, unplug it immediately from the
mains and consult your supplier.
Take care not to allow liquids or metal objects to enter the
Set-top box through the ventilation slots.
Avoid reconnecting the Set-top box after it has been
subjected to large changes in temperature.
The Set-top box must be disconnected from power supply
before any modification ofconnection between TV, VCR or
antenna.
In the event of a storm, it is advisable to unplug the antenna.
Even if the Set-top box and the television set are
disconnected from the power supply, lightning can still
damage them.
If you hear unusual noise coming from the mains power
socket or from the power cord , disconnect immediately the
power cord from the mains power socket in accordance with
all the precautions of use, you risk getting an electric shock,
and contact your retailer.
Never connect the Set-top box to a mains power socket
which is
loose, shows signs of wear or damage, you risk getting an
electric shock.
Never touch the power cord with wet hands. You risk getting
an electric shock.
When connecting or disconnecting the power cord, always
take hold of the plug without pulling on the cord. A damaged
cord presents a potential risk of fire or electric shock. Never
pull the power cord when disconnecting from the mains
power socket.
Never place objects on the power cord, and never pull on it
or fold it. This may cause a risk of fire or electric shock.
Ensure that the Set-top box never lies on the power cord or
any other cables.
Ensure the Set-top box is placed on a flat and stable
surface, placing it incorrectly may lead to the power cord
being disconnected.This may cause a risk of fire or electric
shock.
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