Take Care Of Your Receiver - AOR AR6000 Operating Manual

1-2 TAKE CARE OF YOUR RECEIVER

There are no internal operator adjustments needed. In the unlikely event of service being required, please
contact us for technical assistance.
Do not use or leave the receiver in direct sunlight. It is best to avoid locations where excessive heat,
humidity, dust and vibrations are present. Always keep the AR6000 free from dust and moisture. Use a
soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the external surfaces clean; never use abrasive cleaners or organic solvents
which may damage certain parts.
Treat the AR6000 with care; avoid spilling or leaking liquids into the receiver and the associated power
supply. Special care should be taken to avoid liquids from entering the area around the controls and
through the speaker grill or via the connection jacks.
The AR6000 is designed to operate from a good quality regulated DC power supply of 10.7 to
16.0 V, which should be capable of supplying 2A. Never connect the AR6000 directly to an AC power
outlet.
The polarity of the DC input jack is clearly marked; the chassis of the receiver is at negative ground.
SAFETY NOTICE – Always disconnect the power supply from the AC outlet or switch off
the main power switch on the rear panel when the receiver is not in use for a long period
of time. If used mobile, it should be noted that the AR6000 has NOT been manufactured
or tested to meet any specific mobile safety requirements. The AR6000 has no user
adjustable internal parts.
If using the AR6000 as a base station, the best short wave reception is usually achieved by grounding your
shortwave antenna with a separate external earth (or ground) rod. However, consider the implications
carefully if your AC building supply uses a Protective Multiple Earth (PME) system.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Never earth (ground) to a gas pipe!
The AR6000 has two antenna connectors. These are intended for connection to a 50
coaxial fed antenna such as a discone, dipole, Yagi, etc.
When installing an antenna, avoid power cables. Ensure that you do not confuse the antenna and the
IF output connector as they are located close to each other.
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