Sony DA V-HDX5OO For the customers in the U.S.A, Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire or electric

shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Caution - The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on Ihe apparatus. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire, or the like.

For the customers in the U.S.A

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.

Owtlel'L_ Recol'd

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear exterior of the control unit. Record the serial number in the space provided helow. Relk:r to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DAV-HDX5//0/DAV-HDX501W

Serial No.

WARNING

This equipment Ires been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmAfl interlk.rence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio ficquency energy and, if not inst dled and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmlhl interference to radio or television receptiom which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit diflk:rent from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio_V technician for help.

CAUTION

You m: cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Important Safety Instructions

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufeJcturer's instructions.

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

9)Do not defeat the salk.ty 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 outleL consult an electrician lk)r replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

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