Panasonic PORTABLE STEREO RX-DS16 - Manual (Page 3)

Precautions
Before using this unit please read these operating instructions care­
fully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit
itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below.
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.
Safety
1. Power Source—^The unit should be connected to power supply
only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the unit.
2. Polarization—If the unit is equipped with a polarized AC power
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), that plug
will fit into the AC outlet only one way. TTiis is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
3. Power Cord Protection—AC power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the plug
or cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug body
when connecting or disconnecting it.
4. Nonuse Periods—When the unit is not used, turn the power off.
When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be
unplugged from the
household AC outlet.
Installation
Environment
1 . Water and Moisture—Do not use this unit near water—for ex­
ample, near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.
Damp basements should also be avoided.
2. Condensation—Moisture may form on the lens in the following
conditions...
•immediately after a heater has been turned on.
•in a steamy or very humid room.
• when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to
a warm one.
If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly.
To correct this problem, turn on the power and wait about one
hour for the moisture to evaporate.
3. Heat—The unit should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators and the like. It also should not be placed in tempera­
tures less than 5°C (41 °F) or greater than 35°C {95®F).
Placement
1 . Ventilation—The unit should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow 10
cm (4” ) clearance from the rear of the unit.
2-, Foreign Material—Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not subject
this unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock,
3. Magnetism—The unit should be situated away from equipment
or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
4. Stacking—Do not place heavy objects, other than system com­
ponents, on top of the unit,
5. Surface—Place the unit on a flat, level surface,
6. Carts and Stands—The unit should be used only
with a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer. The unit and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops, exces­
sive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
unit and cart combination to overturn,
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting—The unit should not be mounted to
a wall or ceiling, unless specified in this operating instructions.
Maintenance
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moist­
ened with mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benzine.
Service
1. Damage Requiring Service—The unit should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
2. Servicing—^The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond
that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should
be referred to an authorized service personnel.
(Only for U.S.A.)
Call 1-800-211-7262 for the address of an authorized factory
servicenter,
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency en­
ergy and, if not installed and used In accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio commu­
nications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to tiy to correct the interference by one
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna,
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FCC Notice: Tlais system complies with new Part 15, except for
the radio receiver, which complies with old Part 15, Subpart C
of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in­
cluding interference that may cause undesirable operation. The
radio receiver is not subject to above item (2).
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authority to operate this device.
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