Aiwa HV-MX100U Operating Instructions Manual page 2

Warning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
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CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL "
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
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The hghtmng flash with arrowhead symbol
wlthln an equilateral triangle, IS intended to
alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" w!thln the
products enclosure that may be of
sufhclent magnitude to constitute a risk of
electdc shock to person
The exclamation point wlthln an equilateral
triangle IS intended to alerl the user to the
presence of Important operating and
maintenance (serwcmg) mstructlon m the
hterature accompanying the appliance
NOTE FOR USE IN THE
U.S.A.
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 m 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.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radlo~V technical for help,
Caution
Modlficatlons or adjustment to this
product, which are not expressly
approved by the manufacturer, may
void the user's right authority to
operate this product.
Precautions
important
Use only ~-marked cassettes with
this unit.
This unit is designed to receive using
the NTSC, PAL and SECAM color
system, record and playback using
the NTSC, PAL, SECAM,
MESECAM, M-PAL and N-PAL color
systems.
Audio/video material may consist of
copyrighted work which must not be
recorded without the authorization of
the owner of the copyright. Please
refer to the relevant laws in your
country.
Installing
The unit should be situated with
adequate space around it so that
proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow 10 cm clearance from the rear
and the top of the unit, and 5 cm
from the each side.
- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug,
or similar surface that may block
the ventilation openings.
- Do not install the unit in a
bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack
where ventilation may be impeded.
Keep the unit away from radiators
and other heat sources.
Avoid using the umt near strong
magnetic fields.
Use the unit in the horizontal position
only.
Install the unit at least one meter
away from radios and receivers.
Otherwise, nose may occur during
radio reception.
Do not place heavy objects on the
unit.
Cautions
Do not open the cabinet of the unit.
Do not push any kind of object into
the unit through the cabinet openings
as they could touch current carrying
parts, which may result in short-
circuit, fire, electrlc shock, or damage
to the unit.
Do not spill liquid of any kind on this
unit. If any liquid is spilled over the
unit, immediately disconnect the unit
from the AC outlet, and consult a
qualified service engineer.
Do not put your hand into the tape
compartment.
When the system is not used for an
extended period of time, disconnect
the AC cord. When the cord is
plugged in, a small amount of current
continues to flow to the system, even
when the power is turned off.
When there is lightning, immediately
disconnect the unit from the AC
outlet and never touch the antenna
wire.
Note on moisture
condensation
Moisture may condense inside the unit
and cause damage to the unit and
tape when the unit is moved from a
cold to a warm place, after heating a
cold room, or under conditions of high
humidity. If any of the above
conditions apply, place the unit in a
well-ventilated area and wait for about
two hours until the unit IS warmed to
room temperature and the moisture
evaporates completely before
operating the unit .
Maintenance
Professional periodic maintenance is
required to maintain the optimum
performance of the unit. Maintenance
and adjustments to internal
components should not be done by
the user. Please consult your dealer if
you have any trouble with the unit.
Cleaning the unit
Wipe the cabinet clean using a damp
soft cloth with diluted detergent. Never
use thinner or benzlne since they will
damage the cabinet surface.
Cleaning the video heads
Although the unit cleans the video
heads automatically, dirl may be
accumulated after a long period of
use. If the playback picture is blurred
or noisy while the TV programs are
received clearly, the video heads may
be dirty. In this case, clean the video
heads using a commercially available
video head cleaning tape.
OWNER'S RECORD
For your convenience, record the
model number and serial number (you
will find them on the rear of your set)
in the space provided below. Please
refer to them when you contact your
AIWA dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No. I I
Serial No. I
I
1
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