1Important InformationIMPORTANT 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 the manufacturer’s instructions.8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the providedplug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from theapparatus.11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supplycord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, doesnot operate normally, or has been dropped.If an outside antenna is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the antenna system isgrounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up staticcharges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code and in Canada, Part1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to propergrounding of the antenna system. See the figure on the right for details.ANTENNALEAD INWIREGROUND CLAMPGROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)ELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENTANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)Example of Antenna Grounding as per(NEC) National Electrical CodeTo assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintaina spacing of 4 inches from the top and sides of the TVreceiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiverand other surfaces.