4SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructionsshould be read before the product is operated.2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructionsshould be retained for future reference.3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in theoperating instructions should be adhered to.4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions shouldbe followed.5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet beforecleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended bythe product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – forexample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundrytub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causingserious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to theproduct. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tablerecommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’sinstructions, and should use amounting accessoryrecommended by themanufacturer.9. A product and cartcombination should bemoved with care. Quickstops, excessive force,and uneven surfaces maycause the product and cartcombination to overturn.10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and toprotect it from overheating, and these openings must not beblocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked byplacing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This product should not be placed in a built-in installation suchas a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided orthe manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from thetype of power source indicated on the marking label. If you arenot sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult yourproduct dealer or local power company. For products intendedto operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to theoperating instructions.12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped witha polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one bladewider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet onlyone way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert theplug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plugshould still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace yourobsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized plug.13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routedso that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them, paying particular attention tocords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point wherethey exit from the product.15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cablesystem is connected to the product, be sure the antenna orcable system is grounded so as to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 ofthe National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, providesinformation with regard to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to anantenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, locationof antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during alightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused forlong periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet anddisconnect the antenna or cable system. This will preventdamage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not belocated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electriclight or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power linesor circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extremecare should be taken to keep from touching such power lines orcircuits as contact with them might be fatal.18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk offire or electric shock.19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind intothis product through openings as they may touch dangerousvoltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire orelectric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself asopening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualifiedservice personnel.21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from thewall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnelunder the following conditions:a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into theproduct,c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,d) If the product does not operate normally by following theoperating instructions. Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructions as an improperadjustment of other controls may result in damage and willoften require extensive work by a qualified technician torestore the product to its normal operation,e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, andf) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance– this indicates a need for service.22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, besure the service technician has used replacement partsspecified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristicsas the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result infire, electric shock, or other hazards.23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to thisproduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks todetermine that the product is in proper operating condition.24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to awall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sourcessuch as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.FIGURE AEXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDINGAS PER NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNALEAD INWIREGROUNDCLAMPELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE