Precautions - Sony HT-AF5 Operating Instructions Manual

Precautions

On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
• Before operating the system, check that the
operating voltage is identical with your local
power supply.
The operating voltage is indicated on the
nameplate on the back of the subwoofer.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if
the unit itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the system for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the system
from the wall outlet (mains). To disconnect
the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the
plug itself; never pull the cord.
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and
prolong the life of the system.
• Do not place the system near heat sources, or
in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet
that might block the ventilation holes and
cause malfunctions.
• Do not place the system near equipment
such as a TV, VCR, or tape deck. If the
system is being used in combination with a
TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is placed too
close to that equipment, noise may result,
and picture quality may suffer. This is
especially likely when using an indoor
antenna (aerial). Therefore, we recommend
using an outdoor antenna (aerial).
• Use caution when placing the system on
surfaces that have been specially treated
(with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or
discolouration of the surface may result.
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure
to turn off and unplug the system.
If you encounter colour
irregularity on a nearby TV
screen
The center speaker is magnetically shielded to
allow it to be installed near a TV set. However,
colour irregularities may still be observed on
certain types of TV sets. As the front speakers,
surround speakers and subwoofer are not
magnetically shielded, we recommend that
you place them slightly further away from TV
set (page 16).
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