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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Be sure to read this safety instructions in this section carefully in prior to use.
• Make sure to observe the instructions in this manual as the conventions of safety symbols and messages
regarded as very important precautions are included.
• Keep this instructions handy for future reference.

Safety Symbol and Message Conventions

Safety messages described below are used to prevent bodily injury and property damage that could result
from mishandling. Before operating your product, read this manual first and understand messages so you are
thoroughly aware of the potential safety hazards.
When installing the Recorder
• This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures.
• Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment where it may be splashed by water or other liquids, as
doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
• Use the unit only with the voltage specified on the unit. Using a voltage higher than specified one may result
in fire or electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify nor put the power supply cord in close to heaters. Never place heavy objects on the
power supply cord, as doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not install nor place the unit in unstable locations, such as on a rickety table or a slanted surface. Doing
so may result in the unit falling down or dropping and causing personal injury.
When Using the Recorder
• Should the following irregularity be found during use, immediately switch off the main power, disconnect the
power supply plug from the AC outlet and contact your nearest TOA dealer. Make no further attempt to
operate the unit in this condition as this may cause fire or electric shock.
• If you detect smoke or a strange smell coming form the unit
• If water or any metallic object gets into the unit
• If the unit falls or the unit case breaks
• If the power supply cord is damaged (exposure of the core, disconnection, etc.)
• When the Screen is not Displayed
• Do not open the unit case nor modify the unit. As doing so may result in fire or electric shock as there are
high voltage components inside the unit. Refer any needed servicing to authorized TOA dealers.
• Do not put containers of liquid or metallic objects on top of the unit. If they accidentally spill into the unit, this
may cause a fire or electric shock.
• Do not insert nor drop metallic objects or flammable materials from ventilation slots of the unit, as this may
result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not touch power supply plug during thunder and lightning, as this may result in electric shock.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or
serious personal injury if ignored or mishandled.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in
moderate or minor personal injury, and/or property damage if ignored
or mishandled.
CAUTION
When installing the Recorder
• Do not plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock.
• When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to grasp the power supply plug; never pull the cord itself,
as doing so may result in damage the cord, causing fire or electric shock.
• Moving the unit with the power supply cord connected to the wall outlet may cause damage to the power
supply cord, resulting in fire or electric shock.
• Do not block the ventilation slots as this may cause inside of the unit filled with heat, as doing so may result
in fire.
• Do not install the unit in humid or dusty locations, in locations exposed to the direct sunlight, near the
heaters, nor in locations generating soot or steam as doing so may result in fire or electric shock.