Pioneer DEH-P9400MP Operation Manual page 4

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of yam
musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how YOLI can maximize the fun and excitement you]
equipment olfers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and.
most importantly, without affecting
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sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against
this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To @S~~~~~§~ a safe level:
e Start your volume control at 2 low setting.
CJ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distor-
tion.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all,
Used wisely, your new sound
uipment will provide a lil'etime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid pro-
exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
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30
Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
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Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60
Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restmrant
80 sals. alarm clock at two feet'
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traKic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock baud concert in front of speakers, thundercl;lp
140 Gunshot blast. jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad