Panasonic pv d 4741 owners manual

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

FORVOUR SAFETY. READANDRETAINALLSAFETY
ANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS. HEEDALL
WARNINGSIN THE MANUAL ANDON THE UNTT

INSTALLATION

I POWERSOURCECAUTION
Opemte only from a power source indicated on the
unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your
Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products
Dealer verify the power source in your home.

2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As a safety feature. this product comes With either a
polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than
the other), or a threeawire grounding type plug.
POLARIZED FLUQ {ZALJTIQN
This plug will only fIt into an outlet one way. If you cannot
lully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit.
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
GEQQND NG ELIJQ QAUTIQN'
This plug will only fit into a three-hole firounding outlet.
If necessary. have an electrician insta the proper outlet.
Dlo not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the
p ug.
3 POWERCORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are
not likely to have anything rest on them. roll over
them. or be in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has
either a polarized or grounded plug and that the
cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords,
damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire
insulation are hazardous and should be replaced
by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.

5 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat

generated during operation. If they are blocked. heat

build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may
result In a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes
or discs.

For protection, follow these rules:

a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in
use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed,
sofa, rug. or other soft surface.

b. Avoid built-in installation. such as a book case or
rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

5 PLACEMENT: AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS
ORSUDDENTEMPERATURECHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near heater or radiator,
in direct sunlight, inside closed vehicles. in high
temperature [over 104F (40°C)]. or in over 75%
humidity. It the unit is suddenly moved from a cold
place to a warm one. moisture may condense in the
unit and on the tape causing damage. Never subject
the unit to vibration, impact, or place it so that the
surface is titled as internal parts may be seriously
damaged.

5 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping
surface.

Do not place this unit on any support

that is not lirm, level, and adequately

strong. The unit could fall causing

serious injury to a child or adult

and damage to the unit.

An appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force. and

uneven surfaces may cause the -
appliance and can combination to overturn.
Carefully follow all operating instructions and use
the manufacturers recommended accessories
when operating this unit or connecting it to any
other equipment.

I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION ]

1 SAFEANTENNAANDCABLECONNECRON
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against built up static charges
and voltage surges. Section ~
810 cf the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada.
part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
Code) provides infomtahon
with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting
stnicture, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit. size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements lor the grounding electrode.

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES DR ctRcUrTs. '
An outside antenna system should be located well away lrorn
power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never
come into contact with these power sources il it should happen to
fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be
taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
antenna installation should be left to a professional.

USINGTHE UNIT I
If the unIt has been In stomge or moved to a new location. refer
first to the INSTALLATION section of these saleguards.
1 KEEPTHE UNITAWAV FROM WATER OR MOISTUREOF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN. MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT , unplug the unit and have it inspected by
a qualified service technician belore use.
3 DURING ANELECTRICALSTORM
During a lightning storm, whemer indoors or outdoors. or before
leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect
all equipment from me power source as well as the antenna and
cable system.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUG-GED IN
- Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the
unit, and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and
shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by
liquid contact Inside.
Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit.
Some internal pans carry hazardous voltages and contact can
cause electric shock or fire hazard.
Do not put any foreign cbiect on the disc tray.
Avoid placing the unit direcdy above or below your TV set as
this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away
from electronic equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use on accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid
risk of fIre. shock. or other hazards.
B CLEANINGTHE UNIT
Unplug the unit. The". use a clean. d , chemically untreated
cloth to gently remove dust or debris. 0 NOT USE cleaning
fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into
the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax.
adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
Exposure to greasy. humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect
internal parts.
[ SERVICE I
DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT VOURSELF
ll, alter carefully following the detailed operating instnictions.
this 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.
2 IF REPLACEMENTPARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only pars specified
by the manulacturer. or those havin the same safety
characteristics as the original pans. e use of unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock. or other hazards.
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 manufactures service literature to ensure that the unit is
in sale operating condition.

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