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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.

This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/ recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.

INSTALLATION	7 Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
1 Read and Follow Instructions — All the safety and	provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of
operating instructions should be read before the	the video product and to protect it from overheating.
video product is operated. Follow all operating and	These openings must not be blocked or covered. The
use instructions.	openings should never be blocked by placing the
	video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
	surface. This video product should never be placed
	near or over a radiator or heat register. This video
	product should not be placed in a built-in installation
	such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
	is provided or the video product manufacturer's
	instructions have been followed.
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2Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3Heed Warnings — Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4Power Sources — This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

5Overloading — Do not

overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets

and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed

power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation and

broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.

6Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

8Attachments — Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

9Water and Moisture — Do not use this video product near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

10Accessories — Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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