To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
On safety
•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the amplifier and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
•Before operating the amplifier, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the amplifier.
•The amplifier is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the amplifier itself has been turned off.
•If you are not going to use the amplifier for a long time, be sure to disconnect the amplifier from the wall outlet. To disconnect the mains lead, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
•The AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed, at a qualified service shop only.
•The mains switch is located on the front exterior.
On placement
•Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built in cabinet.
•Place the amplifier in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the amplifier.
•Do not place the amplifier near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
•Do not place anything on top of the cabinet that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.
•Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
•Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
–Extremely hot or cold
–Dusty or dirty
–Very humid
–Subject to vibrations
–Subject to direct sunlight
On operation
•Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off and unplug the amplifier.
•Do not drive the speaker system with a continuous wattage exceeding the maximum input power of the system.
•If the polarity of the speaker connections are not correct, the bass tones will be weak and the position of the various instruments obscure.
•Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker terminals may result in a
•The speaker grille cannot be removed. Do not attempt to remove the grille on the speaker system. If you try to remove it, you may damage the speaker.
If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen
This speaker system is magnetically shielded to allow it to be installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities may still be observed on certain types of TV sets.
If color irregularity is observed…
pTurn off the TV set once, then turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed again…
pPlace the speakers further away from the TV set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the amplifier.
On cleaning
•Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any question or problem concerning your amplifier, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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