4 SAFETY INFORMATIONSafety InformationDear CustomersWe strongly recommend that you carefully studythe Operating Instructions before attempting tooperate the unit and that you note the listedprecautions.The model number and serial number of thisproduct can be found on either the back or thebottom of the unit. Please note them in thespace provided below and retain this booklet asa permanent record of your purchase to aididentification in the event of theft.MODEL NUMBERSERIAL NUMBERVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour DVD 5 has been designed for use with220-240-volt AC current. Connection to a linevoltage other than that for which it is intendedcan create a safety and fire hazard and maydamage the unit.If you have any questions about the voltagerequirements for your specific model, or aboutthe line voltage in your area, contact your sellingdealer before plugging the unit into a wall out-let.Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from an ACoutlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord.Do Not Open the CabinetThere are no user-serviceable components insidethis product. Opening the cabinet may present ashock hazard, and any modification to the prod-uct will void your guarantee. If water or anymetal object such as a paper clip, wire or astaple accidentally falls inside the unit, discon-nect it from the AC power source immediately,and consult an authorized service station.Installation Location To assure proper operation, and to avoid thepotential for safety hazards, place the unit ona firm and level surface. When placing theunit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf andany mounting hardware can support theweight of the product. Do not place the unit directly on a carpetedsurface. Avoid moist or humid locations. Avoid installation in extremely hot or coldlocations, or an area that is exposed to directsunlight or heating equipment.CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean,soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a softcloth dampened with mild soapy water, then afresh cloth with clean water. Wipe immediatelywith a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosolcleaners, thinner, alcohol or any volatile cleaningagent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they maydamage the finish of metal parts. Avoid sprayinginsecticide near the unit.UnpackingThe carton and shipping materials used to pro-tect your new receiver during shipment werespecially designed to cushion it from shock andvibration. We suggest that you save the cartonand packing materials for use in shipping if youmove, or should the unit ever need repair.To minimize the size of the carton in storage,you may wish to flatten it. This is done by care-fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom, andcollapsing the carton down to a more two-dimensional appearance. Other cardboardinserts may be stored in the same manner.Packing materials that cannot be collapsedshould be saved along with the carton in a plas-tic bag.If you do not wish to save the packaging materi-als, please note that the carton and other sec-tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.Please respect the environment and discardthose materials at a local recycling center.Moving the UnitBefore moving the unit, be certain to disconnectany interconnection cords with other compo-nents, and make certain that you disconnect theunit from the AC outlet.IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid damage to theDVD 5, which may not be covered by the war-ranty, be certain that all discs are removed fromthe unit before it is moved. Once the DVD 5 isinstalled, discs may be left in the unit when it isturned off, but the unit should NEVER be movedwith discs left in any of the positions of the disctray.Important Information for the UserThis equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio-frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communica-tion. However, there is no guarantee that harm-ful interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harm-ful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equip-ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equip-ment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiv-er is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.CAUTION: The DVD 5 uses a laser system. Toprevent direct exposure to the laser beam, donot open the cabinet enclosure or defeat any ofthe safety mechanisms provided for your protec-tion. DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM.To ensure proper use of this product, pleaseread this Owner’s Manual carefully and retain itfor future use. Should the unit require mainte-nance or repair, please contact your localHarman Kardon Service Station. Refer servicingto qualified personnel only.