Precautions - Panasonic PV-A206 Operating Instructions Manual

Important Safeguards
15.
Power
Lines
^
An
outside
antenna system shoutd
not
be
tocated
in
the vicinity
of
overhead power
lines
or other
electric light
or
power
circuits,
or
where
it
can
fall
into
such power
lines or
circuits.
When
installing
an
outside antenna system,
extreme
care should be taken
to
keep
from
touchinQ
such power
lines
or
circuits
as
contact
with
them
might
be
fatal.
16.
Overloading
—
Do
not overload wail
outlets
and
extension cords as
this
can
result in
a
risk of
fire
or
electric
shock.
17.
Objects
and
Liquids
—
Never push
objects
of
any
kind
Into this
video
unit
through openings as they
may
touch dangerous
voltage points or short out
parts that could
result in
a
fire
or
electric
shock.
Never
spill
liquid
of
any
kind onto
the vkleo
unit.
18.
Sen/icing
Do
not
attempt
to service
this
video
unit yourself
as opening
or
removing covers
may
expose you
to
dangerous
voltage or other hazards.
Refer
all
servicing to qualilled service personnel.
19.
Damage
Requiring
Ser>^e
—
Unplug
this
vkJeo
unit
from
the wall outlet
and
refer servicing to
quaiified
service personnel under
the (dUowing
conditions:
a.
When
the power-supply oord
or plug
is
damaged.
b.
if
any
liquid
has been
spilled onto,
or objects
have
fallen into the
vkleo uniL
c.
If
the video
unit
has been exposed
to rain
or
water.
d. If
the
video
unit
does
nol
operate normally
by
following the operating
instoictions.
Adjust only
those
controls
that
are
covered by
the operating
Instructions,
as
an
Improper adjustment
of
other
controls
may
result in
damage
and
will
often
require extensive
work by a
qualified technician
to restore the
video
unit to
its
normal
operation.
e.
If
the video
unit
has been dropped
or the cabinet
has
been damaged.
f.
When
the video
unit exhibits
a
distinct
change
in
performance
—
this indicates
a need
for service.
20.
Replacement
Parts
—
When
replacement
parts are
required,
be
sure the service technician has used
replacement
parts specified
by
the
manufacturer
or
have
the
same
characteristics
as
the original part.
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
result
In fire,
electric
shock
or other hazards.
21. Safety
Checks
Upon
completion
of
any
sen^ice or
repairs to
this
video
unit,
ask
Itte
service technician
to
perform
safety
checks
lo
determine
thai
the
video
unit
is in
safe operating
order.
Precautions
USE
&
LOCATION
•
TO
AVOID
SHOCK HAZARD
...
Your Camcorder and power
supply should
nol
be exposed
to rain or moisture.
Do
not
connect
Ihe
power
supply
or
operate your
Camcorder
if it
gets wet.
Your Camcorder has been
designed
for
outdoor use.
however
it
is
nol
designed
to
sustain
direct
exposure
to
water,
rain, sleet,
snow,
sand,
dust, or
a
direct
splashing from a
pool or
even a cup
of
coffee.
This
action
could permanently
damage
the
internal
parts of
your
Camcorder.
Oo
not attempt
to
disassemble
this unit.
There are
no
user senriceable parts
Inside.
Unplug
your
Camcorder
from
the
power
supply before
cleaning.
•
DO NOT
AtlVi
YOUR CAMCORDER
AT THE
SUN OR OTHER
BRIGHT OBJECTS
•
DO
NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER
WITH
THE EVP AIMED DIRECTLY
AT THE SUN AS
THIS
MAY
CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE
INTERNAL PARTS OF THE
EVP
•
DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED
HIGH
TEMPERATURE
...
Such
as, in direct sunlight,
inside
a closed
car,
next
to
a
heater,
etc...
This action could permanently
damage
the
internal parts of your
Camcorder.
•
AVOID
SUDDEN CHANGES
IN
TEMPERATURE
... If
Ihe
unit
is
suddenly
moved
from a
cold place
to
a
warm
place,
moisture
may
form
on
the tape
and
inside
the uniL
•
DO NOT
LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER
SUPPLY TURNED
ON WHEN
NOT
IN
USE.
•
STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER
...
Store
and
handle your
Camcorder
in
a manner
that
will
nol subject
It
lo
unnecessary
movement
(avoid
shaking
and
striking).
Your Camcorder
contains
a
sensitive
pick-up device which
could be
damaged
by
improper handling
or storage.
CARE
•
TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER
...
Do
not
use
strong
or
abrasive detergents
whon
cleaning your
Camcorder
body.
•
TO PROTECT THE
LENS
...
Do
nol
touch
the surface
of the lens with
your hand. Use
a
commercial camcorder
lens solution
and
lens
paper
when
cleaning
the
lens,
improper cleaning
can
scratch the lens
coating.
•
TO PROTECT
THE
FINISH
OF YOUR CAMCORDER
...
Before handling your Camcorder,
make
sure your
hands and
face
are
free
from any
chemtcai
products,
such as
suntan totkm, as
it
may damage
the
finish.