Panasonic NV-J45 Series - Manual (Page 3)

Cautions
Please read these cautions before you operate this VTR.
Cassette Compartment Door_______________________
When first unpacking the unit, you may notice that the
cassette compartment door is partially open. This
condition is due to the operation of a safety device
designed to protect the unit from vibration during
shipment: it is not a malfunction. When the AC mains lead
is connected to a mains outlet, the door will return to its
original position.
Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
If the VTR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the VTR.
In this case, the Dew Indicator “
h ” 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 Ventiiation 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 VTR 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 VTR
because it will adversely affect the performance of the
VTR.
No Fingers or Other Objects Inside__________________
Touching internal parts of this VTR is dangerous, and may
cause serious damage to the VTR. Do not attempt to
disassemble the VTR. There are no user serviceable parts
inside.
Keep Water away
Keep the VTR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc.
CAUTION: If liquids are spilled into the VTR, serious
damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VTR,
consult qualified service personnel.
Lightning_______________________________________
To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug
from the VTR.
Cleaning the VTR
Wipe the VTR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning
fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use compressed air
to remove dust.
Stacking
Place the VTR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.
Video Head Clogging
The video heads are the means by which the recorder
places picture signals on the tape during recording, and
reads picture signals from the tape during playback. This
VTR is equipped with Auto Head Cleaning Function.
However, if the unit is used over extremely long periods of
time, these heads may still 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 VTR * •
Condensation may form in the VTR if;
• The VTR is in a room where the heater has just been
turned on.
• The VTR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
• The VTR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-
heated room.
• The VTR 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 VTR: (Refer to page 5.)
The Dew Indicator “ H " on the Multi-Function Display wilt
flash on and off 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 VTR while the VTR
On/Off Switch 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 VTR will turn itself
off again.
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