Important Safety Instructions

Read instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

Retain instructions.The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed warning.Pay attention to all warnings on the equipment operating instructions.

Follow instructions.All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Cleaning.Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth to clean the outside of the unit. Do not open the unit for cleaning or any other reason.

Power Cord Protection.Place power supply cords so that they are not walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to the cords where they join the plug, near convenience receptacles, and where they exit from the equipment.

Power Sources/Grounding.Operate the equipment from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. This product has a polarized alternating-current line plug as a safety feature. This plug fits into the power outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not try to change the plug or defeat its safety purpose.

Do Not Operate near Water. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, swimming pool, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or in similar situations.

Mounting and Placement. Do not place this product on an unstable surface such as a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall,

causing serious injury to a child, adult, or to the unit itself. To mount the unit, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. Do not place this product directly on wood or simulated wood surfaces because these surfaces may be damaged.

Heat. Do not place near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Ventilation.Do not block or cover the slots and openings of the unit. They provide ventilation and protect it from overheating. Never place the unit on carpeting, which it may block ventilation through the bottom slots. Never place the unit near a source of heat or in a built-in installation rack unless there is proper ventilation.

Objects or Liquid in the Unit. Never push any object into this unit through any of its openings because they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out the parts. This could cause a fire or any electrical shock. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the unit.

Overloading. Do not overload power outlets or extension cords. This can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

Power Lines. Do not locate the satellite antenna system near overhead power lines, electrical light or power circuits, or where it can fall into power lines or circuits. When installing a satellite antenna system, avoid dangerous contact with power lines or circuits.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding. To provide some protection against voltage surges, lightning, and built-up static charges, make sure that the satellite antenna is properly grounded.

Outdoor Cable Protection. Protect all outdoor connections from moisture. During installation, treat all of the cable connectors on your LNB with coax seal, even if the connection is installed under a weatherproof cover. Internal

heating can draw moisture or condensation into the covering of the unit and affect its operation. Do not use silicone seal because it has a tendency to form air pockets.

Lightning. To protect the product from damage caused by lightning and power line surges, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect it from the antenna or cable system before a lightning storm or if the unit will be left unattended or unused for a long period of time. Once a storm passes, reconnect all antenna cables to the correct connectors. If you live in an area that has many lightning storms, buy polarized surge protectors and surge protectors for the power line, telephone line, and RF cable to protect your system from damage. Never attempt to connect or disconnect any wires during a thunderstorm or lightning storm.

Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this equipment from the power source, and contact a qualified service provider if any of the following situations occurs:

If the power supply cord or plug is damaged. If liquid or objects have fallen into the unit. If the unit became wet from rain or water.

If the unit was dropped or damaged. If the unit’s performance changes.

Service. Do not try to service this product yourself. If you open or remove the cover, you may be exposed to dangerous voltage or other hazards and may void the unit’s warranty. Contact a qualified service provider for all service.

Replacement Parts.If replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitution may result in risk of fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check. After the unit is serviced or repaired, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to find out if the unit is in proper operating condition.