IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSTASCAM US-2000 3Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.•Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such•as vases, on the apparatus.Do not install this apparatus in a confined space•such as a book case or similar unit.The apparatus draws nominal non-operating•power from the AC outlet with its POWER orSTANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.The apparatus should be located close enough•to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp thepower cord plug at any time.The mains plug is used as the disconnect device,•the disc onne c t devic e shall re main re adilyoperable.Products with Class I construction are equipped•with a power supply cord that has a 3-pronggrounding plug. The cord of such a product mustbe plugged into an AC outlet that has a protectivegrounding connection.If the product uses batteries (including a battery•pack or installed batteries), they should not beexposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium•batteries: there is danger of explosion if a batteryis replaced with an incorrect type of battery.Replace only with the same or equivalent type.Caution should be taken when using earphones or•headphones with the product because excessivesound pressure (volume) from earphones or head-phones can cause hearing loss.If you are experiencing problems with this product,•contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use theproduct until it has been repaired.RACK-MOUNTING THE UNITªUse the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in astandard 19-inch rack, as shown below.Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.NOTELeave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.•Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for•ventilation.1 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 inaccordance with the manufacturer's instructions.8 Do not install near any heat sources suchas radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) that produceheat.9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarizedor grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has twoblades with one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third groundingprong. The wide blade or the third prong areprovided for your safety. If the provided plug doesnot fit into your outlet, consult an electrician forreplacement of the obsolete outlet.10 Protect the power cord from being walked onor pinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit fromthe apparatus.11 Only use attachments/accessories specified bythe manufacturer.12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specified by the manufacturer, or sold withthe apparatus. When a cart is used, use cautionwhen moving the cart/apparatus combination toavoid injury from tip-over.13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus hasbeen damaged in any way, such as power-supplycord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilledor objects have fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,does not operate normally, or has been dropped.