Important safeguards and precautions – Panasonic PVQ-V201 User Manual
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Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN 
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING IN
STRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN 
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
INSTALLATION
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on 
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have 
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video 
Products Dealer verify the power source in your 
homo.
2 POLARIZEDORGROUNDIftGPLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either a polarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire
grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you 
cannot fully insert the plug, tty reversing it. If it 
still will not fit, have an electrician install the 
proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety 
feature by tampering with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding 
outlet. It necessary, have an electrician install the 
proper outlet. Do not defeat Ihe safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll 
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. If 
an extension cord is used, make sure it also 
has either a polarized or grounded plug and that 
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed 
cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked 
wire insulation are hazardous and should be 
replaced by a qualified service technician. 
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire 
hazards and should be avoided.
4 OONOTBLOCKVENTTLATIONHOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat 
generated during operation. If they are blocked, 
neat build-up inside the unit can cause failures 
that may result in a tire hazard or heat damage 
to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit
while in use, or operate the unit when placed 
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
5 AV0IDEXTREMELYH0TL0CAT10NS0R
SUDDENTEMPERATURECHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of 
heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a 
closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit 
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature 
variation. It the unit is suddenly moved from a 
cold place to a warm place, moisture may 
condense in Ihe unit and on the tape.
6 TOAVOIDPERSONALtNJURY
• Do not place unsecured equipment on a
sloping surface.
• Do not place this unit on any support
that is not firm, level, and adequately 
strong. The unit could fall causing 
serious injury to a chikf or adult 
arxl damage to the unit.
• An appliance and cart combnation |
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and 
uneven surfaces may cause the —^
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tance and cart combination to overturn.
etully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or 
connecting it to any other equipment.
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
It an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the 
equiprnefrt, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as 
to provide some protection against built up static biarges 
and voltage surges. Section 
810 of the National Electrical 
Code, ANSI/NFPA70{in Canada, 
part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
Code) provides information 
with respect to proper grounding 
of the mast and supporting 
structure, groutxltng of the lead-in wire 
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, 
location of antenna dis:harge unit, connection to grounding
dectrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2 KEEPAMTENNACLEAROFMGHVOLTAGEPOWERLINESORCiRCUnS
An outside antenna system should be located v№ll away from 
power lines, electric light or power dtcuits and wrhere it will never 
come into contact viritn these power sources if it should happen to 
fall. When instaOing an outside antenna, extreme care should be 
taken to avoid toudiing power lines, circuits or other power 
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved. 
antenna installation should be left to a professional,__________
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USINGTHE VIDEO UNIT
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1? the unit has been in stor^e or moved to a new location, 
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR 
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IFEQUIPMENTISEXPOSEDTORAIN, MOISTURE,OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by 
a qualified service technician before use.
3 DURINGANELECTRICALSTORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, 
disconnect alf equipment from the power source as well as 
the antenna and cable system.
4 WHENTHEUNITISPLUGGEDIN
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug 
the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician.
Fire and shock hazards can.result from electrical shorts 
caused by liquid contact inside.
• Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit.
Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact
can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets 
away from electronic equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANINGTHEUNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use a dean, dry, chemically untreated doth
to gently remove dust or debris. DO TOT USE cleaning fluids, 
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit 
and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, actiesive 
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, 
or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.__________
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SERVICE
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1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instruc
tions, this Video product does not operate properly, do not 
attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjust
ments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and 
contact a qualified service technician.
2 IFREPLACEMENTPARTSAREREQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specitied by 
the manufacturer, or those having the same safety charactens- 
tics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes 
may result in lire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3 HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIANPERFORMASAFETYCHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a through safety check as described 
in the manufacture's service literature to insure that the 
video unit is in safe operating condition.
For assistance, please call :
1-80(F211-PANA{7262)
