CAUTION : READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

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1To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

2Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or water.

3Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage.

4Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact your dealer.

5The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the cabinet will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings, and install the unit in well-ventilated condition. Make sure to allow a space of at least 10 cm behind, on the both sides and above the top panel of the unit. Otherwise it may not only damage the unit, but also cause fire.

6Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull the wires themselves.

7Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

8Always set the VOLUME control to “–∞” before starting the audio source play. Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level after the play back has been started.

9To prevent lightning damage, pull out the power cord and remove the antenna cable during an electrical storm.

10Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.

11AC outlet

Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the rear panel if that equipment requires more power than the outlet is rated to provide.

12Voltage Selector (General Model only)

The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply.

Voltages are 110–120/220–240V AC, 50/60 Hz.

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.

Serial No.:

The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION (FOR CANADA MODEL)

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE- CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.

The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself is turned off.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (General Model only) Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in different areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located at the rear) according to the frequency spacing in your area. Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of this unit from the AC outlet.

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