Digital Video Recorder
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Important safeguards
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR RECORDER AND RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON
THE RECORDER.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this 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.
8. Accessories
Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious injury. Any mounting
of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
12. Powe
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-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to b e
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cord at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Lightning
For added protection for this product receiver during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
14. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
15. Object and Liquid Entry
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
16. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Damage requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this
indicates a need for service.
18. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
19. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is
in safe operating conditions.
20. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
product heat.
21. Correct Batteries
Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
22. This equipment does not provide connection for used with
outdoor or cable distribution systems.
9. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and
to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. This
product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. For products intended to operate from
battery power, other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization
This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug
having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.