important safety instructions
17.POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
18.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized
19.POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
20.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. vi_English
See figure below.
| ANTENNA |
| LEAD IN |
| WIRE |
| GROUND |
| CLAMP |
| ANTENNA |
| DISCHARGE UNIT |
| (NEC SECTION |
ELECTRIC |
|
SERVICE | GROUNDING CONDUCTORS |
EQUIPMENT | |
| (NEC SECTION |
| GROUND CLAMPS |
| POWER SERVICE GROUNDING |
| ELECTRODE SYSTEM |
| (NEC ART 250, PART H) |
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE |
21.LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and powerline surges.