Panasonic NV-DV2000EC - Manual (Page 4)

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Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you
operate this VCR.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
If the VCR is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm
place, condensation may form on the tape surface and
inside the VCR. If this happens, leave the VCR at room
temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it.
Avoid humidity and dust
Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places. This
may cause damage to its internal parts.
Do not cover the ventilation holes
The ventilation holes prevents excessive heat buildup
inside the VCR during extended periods of use. Do not
block these holes; especially avoid covering them with
soft materials such as paper or cloth.
Keep the VCR away from high temperatures
Keep the VCR away from extreme heat such as direct
sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.
Avoid magnets or magnetized objects
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object close to the
VCR because this could adversely affect the
performance of the VCR. When using the VCR together
with other equipment, keep as much distance as
possible between them to prevent them from adversely
affecting each other’s performance.
No fingers or other objects inside
Touching internal parts of the VCR is dangerous, and
may seriously damage it. 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 water or some other liquid is 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 AC mains
lead from the VCR during lightning storms.
Cleaning the VCR
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use any
cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Also do not use
compressed air to remove dust.
Stacking
Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place
anything heavy on it.
Cautions
Video head clogging
The video heads record the picture signals on the tape
during recording and read picture signals from the tape
during playback. They are, therefore, of critical
importance for the picture quality. If the VCR is used for
a very long time, these heads may become dirty and
clogged with dust and fine particles from the tape
coating. 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, if
during the playback of a tape, which you know to have
excellent recording quality, the picture and
sound quality are inferior. When such a symptom
occurs, have the recorder checked by qualified service
personnel.
Head cleaning by a service center is not
covered by warranty.
Condensation may form in the following
cases:
≥ If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before the
heater has just been turned on.
≥ If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
≥ If 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.
Note:
≥
In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not
operate the VCR for at least 1 hour.
This VCR is not equipped with a dew sensor.