IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1.Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instruc- tions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2.Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5.Cleaning - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.
6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause haz- ards.
7.Water and Moisture- Do not use this video product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swim- ming pool, and the like.
8.Accessories - Do not place this video product on an unsta- ble cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and seri- ous damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufactur-
er, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufactur-
er's instructions and should use a 
mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appli- ance and cart combination to overturn.
9.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provid- ed for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should not be placed in a
10.Power Sources - This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the mark- ing label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11.Grounding or Polarization - This video product is equipped with a polarized
12.Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying par- ticular attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta- cles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13.Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
FIGURE A |
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING | ANTENNA |
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AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | WIRE |
GROUND |
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CLAMP |
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| ANTENNA |
| DISCHARGE UNIT |
| (NEC SECTION |
ELECTRIC |
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SERVICE |
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EQUIPMENT | GROUNDING CONDUCTORS |
| (NEC SECTION |
| GROUND CLAMP |
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | POWER SERVICE GROUNDING |
S2898A | ELECTRODE SYSTEM |
| (NEC ART 250, PART H) |
14.Lightning - For added protection for this video product dur- ing a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall out- let and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and
15.Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touch- ing such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16.Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17.Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this video product through any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
18.Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19.Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a.When the
b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
c.If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d.If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
e.If the video product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f.When the video product exhibits a distinct change in per- formance this indicates a need for service.
20.Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replace- ment parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other haz- ards.
21.Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.
22.Heat - This video product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Precautions
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