Panasonic NV-HS950AM - Manual (Page 46)

Precautions
Please read these cautions before you operate this VCR.
Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, condensation may form on the tape and inside the
VCR. In this case, the Dew Indicator “d” will flash on and
off and the VTR will not operate.
Humidity and Dust
Avoid places where there is high humidity or much dust,
which may cause damage to internal parts.
Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes
The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase in
temperature. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially
avoid covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth
or paper.
Keep away from High Temperature
Keep the VCR away from extreme direct heat such as
direct sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.
Keep Magnets away
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR
because it will adversely affect the performance of the
VCR.
No Fingers or Other Objects Inside
Touching internal parts of this VCR is dangerous, and may
cause serious damage to the VCR. Do not attempt to
disassemble the VCR. There are no user serviceable
parts inside.
Keep Water away
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc.
CAUTION; If liquids are spilled into the VCR, serious
damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR,
consult qualified service personnel.
Lightning
To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug
from the VCR.
Cleaning the VCR
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning
fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use compressed air
to remove dust.
Stacking
Place the VCR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.
Video Head Clogging
The video heads place picture signals on the tape during
recording and read picture signals from the tape during
playback and they are, therefore, of critical importance for
the picture quality. If the VCR is used over extremely long
periods of time, these heads may become dirty and
clogged. In such a case, the signals can no longer be
recorded correctly, and the playback picture will be
distorted accordingly. This is the case, for example, during
the playback of a tape, the sound is reproduced normally,
but no picture is seen, or the picture is greatly distorted.
When such a symptom case occurs have the recorder
checked by qualified service personnel.
If Dew Condensation Forms in the VCR
Condensation may form in the VCR if:
•The VCR is in a room where the heater has just been
turned on.
•The VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
•The VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a
well-heated room.
•The VCR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings,
such as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which
is hot and humid.
When dew forms in the VCR, the Dew Indicator “d” on the
display will flash on and off {The self test indicator “U10"
will also appear in the VCR display.) and all the function
buttons are made non-operational to protect the tape and
the video heads. When the Dew Indicator flashes, wait
until this indicator disappears.
• If dew condensation forms inside the VCR while the
VCR is off, it will turn on automatically and the Dew
Indicator will flash on and off. As soon as the dew
condensation has been dissolved, the VCR will turn itself
off again.
Dirt on the video heads
If the video heads get dirty, pictures will not be recorded or
played back clearly.
(See the following conditions.)
Normal picture Small amount
of dirt Large amount
of dirt
If this happens, clean the video heads with a commercially
available cleaning cassette.
If the problem still persists after performing above, contact
a service personnel to request assistance.
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