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SAFETY FIRST
IMPORTANT
nPlease read the various precautions on this page before
installing or operating the recorder.
nIt should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record
pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent
of the owner of copyright in the sound or video record-
ing, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary,
dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Safety Precautions
CAUTION
nWhen you are not using the recorder for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from the mains outlet.
nDangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to
qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or
fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains
outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal
lead or aerial.
nUse the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas)
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
The STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut
off mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off. " " shows electrical power standby
and " " shows ON.
nOnly cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with
this videorecorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible
with this model.
nHQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
nG-CODE is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation
and is registered in the following countries: Australia, China,
Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan.
SHOWVIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corpora-
tion and is registered in the following countries: Austria,
Belgium,Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia,
South Africa, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. The G-CODE/
SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
G-CODE and SHOWVIEW are different trademarks used to
represent the same easy recording feature. However, for
simplicity, only the term G-CODE will be used in the instruc-
tions. If you use SHOWVIEW system, follow the same steps listed
for the G-CODE system.
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long
Play) or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a
single-speed video recorder.
ATTENTION
1.This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television
signals for recording and playback.
2.Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce
monochrome pictures if played back on another video
recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal
colour pictures if played back on another video recorder
of PAL standard.
3.SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a
SECAM video recorder produce monochrome pictures
when played back with this recorder.
POWER SYSTEM
This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V` (Rating),
AC90 – 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic
switching.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric),
Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or
Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
nDispose of used battery promptly.
nKeep away from children.
nDo not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
PAL NTSC
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Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video cassette.
2. DO NOT block the recorder's ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or
remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of
the recorder or remote control.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during
transport.
1. DO NOT place the recorder . . .
...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or
humidity.
...in direct sunlight.
...in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.