Precautions - Sony HT-X8500 Operating Instructions Manual

Precautions

On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the Sound Bar, unplug the Sound Bar and
have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
• Do not climb on the Sound Bar, as you
may fall down and injure yourself, or
Sound Bar damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the Sound Bar, check
that the operating voltage is identical to
your local power supply. The operating
voltage is indicated on the nameplate on
the bottom of the Sound Bar.
• If you are not going to use the Sound Bar
for a long time, be sure to disconnect the
Sound Bar from the wall outlet (mains). To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the
other for the purpose of safety and will fit
into the wall outlet (mains) only one way.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be
changed only at a qualified service shop.
On heat buildup
Although the Sound Bar heats up during
operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this Sound Bar at
high volume, the Sound Bar temperature at
the rear and bottom rises considerably. To
avoid burning yourself, do not touch the
Sound Bar.
On placement
• Place the Sound Bar in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat
buildup and prolong the life of the Sound
Bar.
• Do not place the Sound Bar near heat
sources or in a place subject to direct
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sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical
shock.
• Do not place anything on the top of the
Sound Bar.
• If the Sound Bar is being used in
combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck,
noise may result and picture quality may
suffer. In such a case, place the Sound Bar
away from the TV, VCR, or tape deck.
• Use caution when placing the Sound Bar
on a surface that has been specially
treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.), as
staining or discoloration of the surface
may result.
• Take care to avoid any possible injury
from the corners of the Sound Bar.
On operation
Before connecting other equipment, be
sure to turn off and unplug the Sound Bar.
If you encounter color irregularity
on a nearby TV screen
Color irregularities may be observed on
certain types of TV.
• If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV, then turn it on again after
15 to 30 minutes.
• If color irregularity is observed again...
Place the Sound Bar further away from
the TV.
On cleaning
Clean the Sound Bar with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder, or solvent such as
alcohol or benzine.
If you have any question or problem
concerning your Sound Bar, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.