Cautions
Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you operate this VCR.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
If the VCR is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form on the tape surface and inside the VCR. If this happens, leave the VCR at room temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it.
Avoid humidity and dust
Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places. This may cause damage to its internal parts.
Do not cover the ventilation holes
The ventilation holes prevents excessive heat
Keep the VCR away from high temperatures
Keep the VCR away from extreme heat such as direct sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.
Avoid magnets or magnetized objects
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object close to the VCR because this could adversely affect the performance of the VCR. When using the VCR together with other equipment, keep as much distance as possible between them to prevent them from adversely affecting each other’s performance.
No fingers or other objects inside
Touching internal parts of the VCR is dangerous, and may seriously damage it. Do not attempt to disassemble the VCR. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Keep water away
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. Caution: If water or some other liquid is spilled into the VCR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR, consult qualified service personnel.
Lightning
To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VCR during lightning storms.
Cleaning the VCR
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use any cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Also do not use compressed air to remove dust.
Stacking
Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.
Video head clogging
The video heads record the picture signals on the tape during recording and read picture signals from the tape during playback. They are, therefore, of critical importance for the picture quality. If the VCR is used for a very long time, these heads may become dirty and clogged with dust and fine particles from the tape coating. In such a case, the signals can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback picture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for example, if during the playback of a tape, which you know to have excellent recording quality, the picture and
sound quality are inferior. When such a symptom occurs, have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.
Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.
Condensation may form in the following cases:
≥If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before the heater has just been turned on.
≥If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
≥If the VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a well- heated room.
≥The VCR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an
Note:
≥In any of the
This VCR is not equipped with a dew sensor.
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