Panasonic NV-SJ400A - Manual (Page 30)

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Usage Precautions
Please read these precautions before you operate this VCR.
Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold to a warm place,
dew may form on the tape and inside the VCR. In this case,
the “
8” dew indicator will flash on and off and the VCR 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 increases in
temperature. Do not block or cover these holes. Avoid
covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.
Avoid High Temperature
Keep the VCR away from extreme heat sources such as
direct sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.
Avoid Magnets or Magnetized objects
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR as
it will adversely affect its performance of the VCR.
Keep the VCR away from other equipments as much as
possible when using it, avoid any adverse effect on
performance for both the VCR and the equipment.
Do Not Place Fingers or Other Objects Inside
Do not attempt to disassemble the VCR. Touching internal
parts of this VCR is dangerous, and may cause it serious
damage. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Avoid Water
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. 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. Do not use compressed air to
remove any dust.
Stacking
Place the VCR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.
If Dew Forms in the VCR
Dew 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 “
8” dew indicator on the
display flashes on and off and all the function buttons are
made non-operational to protect the tape and the video
head. When the dew indicator flashes, wait until this indicator
disappears.
≥
If dew 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 disappears, 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.)
If this happens, insert and eject a cassette 5–10 times
successively to remove the dirt from the video heads.
If the problem still persists after performing above, contact a
service personnel to request assistance.
Normal picture Small amount
of dirt Large amount
of dirt
Head cleaning by service agents is not covered by
warranty.