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PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING
WARNING: to prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or m oisture. Care sho uld be taken to
prevent objects or liquid from entering the enclosure. Never handle th e power cord with wet hands.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user of the pres ence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that m ay constitute a risk of electric shock to you.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of im portant
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature ac companying the unit.
Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceab le parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
If an outdoor antenna is connected to the antenna input, be sure it is grounded to provide som e protection against
voltage surges and built up static charges. Keep the outdoor antenna a way from power lines.
Unplug the processor from the AC outlet when plugging in or unplug ging cables, when left unused for an
extended period of time, moving the processor, or when you suspect lightni ng in your area.
Prevent damage to the power cord. Do not bend, pull, place objects on, alter, etc. Replace the power cord if it
becomes damaged. Always grasp the plug on the power cord when plugging in or unplug ging the proc essor from
the AC outlet.
Your system may produce sound levels capable of causing perm anent hear ing los s. Do not op erate f or extended
periods of time at high volume levels.
Make sure the processor is placed on a level surface.
Protect the processor from impact. (Do not drop it!!!)
Do not climb on top of the processor or place heavy objects on its top cover .
The processor is equipped with raised feet to provide ventilation, reduce acous tic feedback, and provide
protection against scratching the surface the unit is resting on. W e advise against removing or altering feet.
Do not stack anything on top of the processor (processor, source, etc.) Leave a m inimum of 3” clearance from the
top of the processor to the next shelf (or component).
The processor should be located away from heat sources such as heaters or amplifiers.
Do not perform any internal modifications to the processor.
Always connect the processor’s power cord to an unswitched AC outlet for normal operation.
If young children are present, adult supervision should be provided until the children are c apable of following all
rules for safe operation.
Do not plug the processor’s power cord into an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devic es. B e ca reful if
using extension cords and ensure the total power used by all devices does not exc eed the power rating
(watts/amperes) of the extension cord. Excessive loads may cause the insulation on the cord to heat and possibly
melt.
Mistaking CONTROL OUT PUT or IR INPUT connectors for audio/video inputs or outputs may damage your
processor or other components.
Damage can occur to your speakers if the power rating of each individua l driver is exceeded by the am plifiers
connected to your processor. Ensure that all the drivers in your s ystem are capable of handling not only the
average power being delivered by the amplifiers, but also the peak power that is lik ely to be generated during
strong passages. If you are unsure of your speaker's power rating, cont act the speaker manufacturer or the dealer
where you purchased them.
The processor should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
A. The processor is not functioning properly.
B. Objects have entered the chassis.
C. The processor was exposed to rain or other type of moisture.