Pioneer PD-M502 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

[FOR EUROPEAN AND U.K. MODELS] The following caution label appears on your player.
CAUTION : i a Location: rear of the player
This product contains a laser diode of higher class
than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove
any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside CLASS 3
of the product. LASER PRODUCT
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. vRw328
[FOR U.S. MODEL]
CAUTION
@ Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure,
e The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, |
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consuilt the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a
os lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud
noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer
Qear Customer:
and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics
Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive
noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just
purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic 30 Quiet library, soft whispers
Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you 40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe 50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
level. One that Jets the sound come through loud and clear 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, 70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
without affecting your sensitive hearing, 80 Average Cy Sees garbage disposals, alarm clock
al .
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds XPOS 7
"normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. UNDER CONSTANT, E2 SURE.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level 90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
'To establish a safe level: 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
® Start your volume control at a low setting. 180 Rocket launching pad
® Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably
and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
® Set the dial and leave it there.
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation,
'Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing
damage or loss in the. future. After all, we want you listening for
a lifetime.
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