Panasonic SL-SX450 Operating Instructions Manual

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21) 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 withthe manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heatregisters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider thanthe other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a thirdgrounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong areprovided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit intoyour outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsoleteoutlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by the manufacturer, or soldwith the apparatus. When a cart is used, usecaution when moving the cart/apparatuscombination to avoid injury from tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning stormsor when unused for long periods of time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing isrequired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, suchas power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilledor objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has beenexposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit.Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safetyinstructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy forfuture reference.Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or anyother parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may causerashes or other allergic reactions.∫Batteries≥Do not peel off the covering on the batteries and do not use if thecovering has been peeled off.≥Align the poles i and j correctly when inserting the batteries.≥Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.≥Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.≥Do not throw into a fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject toexcessive heat.≥Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.≥When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objectssuch as necklaces are placed together with them. Contact with metalmay cause short-circuiting which can cause a fire.∫CDs≥Do not use irregularly shaped CDs.≥Do not use non-specification discs.≥Do not use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.≥Do not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or withadhesive exuding from under labels and stickers.∫ListeningDo not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearingexperts advise against continuous 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 traffichazard and is illegal in many areas.You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use inpotentially hazardous situations.Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed tolet you hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that youcan’t hear what’s around you.Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adaptsto higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually beloud and harmful to your hearing.Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFOREyour 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 andclearly, and without distortion.Once you have established a comfortable sound level:≥Leave it there.EST. 1924IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OFPROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAYRESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK ORPRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUSTO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING ANDTHAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH ASVASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.CAUTION:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more 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 fromthat to which the receiver is connected.≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipmentwould void the user’s authority to operate this device.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.CautionMPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from FraunhoferIIS and Thomson multimedia.The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessibleor the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.CAUTION: (SL-SX450)Use only car power adaptor and car stereo cassette adaptor, Model: RP-CK455manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.