Panasonic NV-L20 - Manual (Page 3)

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 pro­
tect 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 psition.
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 “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 temper­
ature, 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 dis­
assemble 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.
Stacking
Place the VTR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.
Lightning
To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug
from the VTR.
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. If these
heads become dirty and clogged from use, the signals
can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback pic­
ture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for ex­
ample, 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 coot 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 “d ” on the Multi-Function Display will
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.
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.