Sony BVM-E251 Operating Instructions Manual page 2

Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
Important Safety Instructions
 Read these instructions.
 Keep these instructions.
 Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with dry cloth.
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 Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
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grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
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manufacturer.
 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
WARNING
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible
disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the
power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the
unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit,
operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply
off, or disconnect the power plug.
WARNING
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
This symbol 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.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even
if the unit itself has been turned off.
CAUTION
This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where
children are likely to be present.
BVM-E251 only
When installing the installation space must be secured
in consideration of the ventilation and service operation.
 Do not block the ventilation slots, and vents of the
fans.
 Leave a space around the unit for ventilation.
Leave more than 40 cm of space in the rear of the unit
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to secure the operation area.
When the unit is installed on the desk or the like, leave at
least 1U (4.4cm) or more of space above and below the