PRECAUTIONS
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Location and Handling
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Do not stand this unit up vertically. Install this unit in a
horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on
top of this unit. Do not place this unit directly on top of the TV.
• Depending on the TV, noise or disturbance of the picture and/or
sound may be generated if this unit is placed too close to your
TV. In this case, please ensure enough space between your TV
and this unit.
• Do not cover or place this unit in enclosed spaces to
prevent excessive temperature build up.
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Do not place this unit in direct sunlight, or near heat sources.
• Depending on the environment, the temperature of this unit
may increase slightly. This is not a malfunction.
• Keep this unit away from strong magnetic objects.
• Do not place any object containing water or other liquids on
this unit. In the event that liquid should enter the cabinet,
unplug this unit immediately and contact the retailer or an
authorized service center immediately.
• Do not remove this unit cabinet. Touching parts inside the
cabinet could result in electric shock and/or damage to this unit.
For service and adjustment inside the cabinet, call a qualified
dealer or an authorized service center.
• Be sure to remove disc and cassette tape and unplug the AC
power cord from the output before carrying this unit.
Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from AC
outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• If, by accident, water is spilled on this unit, unplug the power
cord immediately and take the unit to our authorized service
center for servicing.
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Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit cassette holder.
Moisture Condensation Warning
Moisture may form inside this unit under the following conditions:
• Immediately after a heater is turned on.
• In a steamy or humid room.
• When this unit is suddenly moved from a cold to warm environ-
ment.
If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly or
damage the cassette tape. In such case, do not use this unit at
least for 2 hours until its inside gets dry.
About Copyright
Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and
lending of discs are prohibited.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Notice for Progressive Scan Outputs
Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets
are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to
be displayed in the picture. In case of picture problems with 525
progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user switch
the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are
questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p DVD
player, please contact our customer service center.
Note to CATV system installer:
• This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground should be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
Note:
• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head cleaner
before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.
Symbols Used in this Manual
The following symbols appear in some headings in this manual.
: Description refers to video cassette tapes.
:
Description refers to DVD-video.
: Description refers to audio CD.
: Description refers to CD-RW/-R with MP3 files.
Maintenance
Servicing
• Please refer to relevant topics on the “Troubleshooting Guide”
on page 23 before returning the product.
• If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the
problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Turn off, unplug the power plug, and please call our toll free
customer support line found on the cover of this manual to
locate an authorized service center.
Cleaning the Cabinet
• Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits,
ammonia or abrasive.
Cleaning Discs
• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe
the disc from the center to out. Do not wipe in a
circular motion.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or anti-
static spray intended for analog records.
Cleaning the Disc Lens
• If this unit continues to perform improperly even after you have
referred to the relevant sections and to the
“Troubleshooting Guide” in this manual, the laser optical pickup
unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an authorized service
center for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup
unit.
Disc Handling
• When you handle a disc, hold it by its edge and try not to touch
the surface of the disc.
• Always store the disc in its protective case when not in use.
Auto Head Cleaning
• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a
cassette tape, so you can see a clear picture.
• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the
TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video
heads after a long period of use, or the usage of rental or worn
cassette tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy
picture appears during playback, the video heads in your unit
may need to be cleaned.
1. Please visit your local audio/video store and purchase a good
quality VHS video head cleaner.
2.
If a Video head cleaner does not solve the problem, please call
our toll free customer support line found on the cover of this
manual to locate an authorized service center.
Manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.