Panasonic Omnivision PV-9455S Operating Instructions Manual page 2

Important Safeguards and Precautions
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS If an outside antenna or cable system
IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT is connected to the equipment,
be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some
INSTALLATION protection against built up static
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND
RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION charges and voltage surges.
Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in Secon 58 пе аиа) 76 MEE SECTION по
this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service (in Cana aS ait ана ES А RUE солда com
а or Video Products Dealer verity the power source Electrica! Code) provides information s) YZ Pri pid
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with respect to proper grounding of the
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG mast and supporting structure, grounding ШЕКТЕ SYSTEM
As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the siza of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection
other), or a three-wire grounding type plug. to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION: 2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot OR CIRCUITS
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines,
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. electric light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with
Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug. these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside
G NDING PLUG UTION: antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits
- - я s Р or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards
This plug will only fít into a three-hole grounding outlet. involved, antenna installation should be feft to a professional.
If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet.
Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug. USING THE VIDEO UNIT
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely li the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
to have anything rest on them, roli over them, or be in the refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
way of walking traffic. Н an extension cord is used, make sure 1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
ita so has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damage
plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous 2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR T
Pd should be replaced by a qualified service technician. STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a quatified
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and service technician before use.
should be avoided. 3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the
| Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
during operation. If they are blocked, heat build-up inside the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.
unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat 4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
damage to cassettes. * Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
For protection, follow these rules: if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit,
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit and have it inspected by à service technician. Fire and shock hazards
while in use, or operate the unit when placed can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. * Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided. * Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES 5 USING ACCESSORIES EE
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire,
or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc.. shock, or other hazards.
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme 6 CLEANING THE UNIT
temperature variation. 1 the unit is suddenly moved from a Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently
cold piece to a warm place, moisture may condense in the remove dust or debris, DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air
unit and on the tape. that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
• Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
* Do not place this unit on any support / SERVICE
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1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
damage to the unit. If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video
* An appliance and cart combination product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers,
or make any adjustments not described in the manual.
Unplug the unit and contact a qualified service technician.
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
Fide surfaces dcr cause the 2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
appliance and cart combination to overturn. Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer,
or those having the same safety charactenstics as the original parts. The use of
unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards,
* Carefully follow all operating instructions and use
the manufacturer's recommended accessories when
operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.
3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to
conduct a thorough safety check as described in the manufacture's service
literature to insure that the video unit is in Safe operating condition.
Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
A CAUTION №
Of ELECT REC
CAUTION TO REDUCE THE Rak OF ELECTRIC BHOCK,
OO NOT REMOVE COVER {08 BACK)
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause
electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of
this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
NO URER-SEAWVICEARLE PARTS BODE
F E R SERVICING TO OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL