WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This unit must be connected to an earthed MAINS socket-outlet.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Owner’s record

The model number and the serial number are located at the name plate on the left of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. HVR- Serial No. ______________________

Important Safety Instructions

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Notes on installation

•This unit is not designed as a portable. Make sure to install the unit properly on a flat surface. If you install the unit so that it is inclined 30 degrees or more (i.e., if you stand the unit on its side), malfunctions may occur.

•Do not place materials around the unit that may block the ventilation holes. Otherwise, heat builds up inside the unit and malfunctions may occur.

•Install the unit nearby the wall socket, disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket immediately if any malfunction occurs while using this unit.

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