7 RQT6912 Getting Started6 RQT6912 Getting StartedRead these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions onthe unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handyfor future reference.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized or grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades with onewider than the other. A grounding-type plughas two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong areprovided for your safety. If the provided plugdoes not fit into your outlet, consult anelectrician for replacement of the obsoleteoutlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walkedon or pinched particularly at plugs,convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specifiedby the manufacturer.12) Use only with the cart,stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by themanufacturer, or sold withthe apparatus. When a cartis used, use caution when moving thecart/apparatus combination to avoid injuryfrom tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightningstorms or when unused for long periods oftime.14) Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel. Servicing is required when theapparatus has been damaged in any way,such as power-supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain ormoisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.To prevent damageAvoid the following;≥Spraying flammable insecticides near the unit.≥Pressing the LCD.≥Touching the lens and other parts of the laser pickup.Do not use the unit in the following places;≥Where the temperature is below 5 oC (41 oF) or above 35 oC (95 oF). (Operating the unitbeyond this range can cause the protection circuitry to function and render the unitinoperable.)≥Sandy places such as beaches.≥On top of cushions, sofas, or hot equipment such as amplifiers.Do not rest the unit on your lap for a long time while using it. The unit can become hotand cause burns.The model number and serial number of thisproduct can be found on either the back orthe bottom of the unit.Please note them in the space providedbelow and keep for future reference.MODEL NUMBER DVD-LX9SERIAL NUMBERDATE OF PURCHASEDEALER NAMEDEALER ADDRESSTELEPHONE NUMBERUser memo:Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-Dsymbol are trademarks of DolbyLaboratories.Manufactured under license from DigitalTheater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762and other world-wide patents issued andpending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround”are registered trademarks of Digital TheaterSystems, Inc. C 1996, 2000 Digital TheaterSystems, Inc. All rights reserved.Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed forlimited viewing uses only.This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claimsof certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by MacrovisionCorporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must beauthorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewinguses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering ordisassembly is prohibited.Listening cautionDo not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise againstcontinuous extended play.If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal inmany areas.You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardoussituations.Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed to let you hearoutside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes ofsound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.To establish a safe level:≥Start your volume control at a low setting.≥Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.Once you have established a comfortable sound level:≥Leave it there.ELECTRONICINDUSTRIES•AS SOCIATION•EST. 1924MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technologylicensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomsonmultimedia.