Suggestions for Safety■ Use a standard AC wall outlet1. Use from an AC power source of high voltage, such as thatused for an air conditioner, Is very dangerous.A fire might be caused by such a connection.2. A DC power source cannot be used.Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially on aship or other place where DC is used.■ Grasp the plug when disconnecting the powersupply cord1. Wet hands are dangerous.A dangerous electric shock may result if the plug is touched bywet hands.2. Never place heavy Items on top of the power supply cord,nor force it to bend sharply.■ Place the unit where it will be well ventilatedPlace this unit at least 10 cm (4") away from wall surfaces, etc.■ Avoid places such as the following:In direct sunlight or in other places where the temperature ishigh.In places where there is excessive vibration or humidity.Such conditions might damage the cabinet and/or other componentparts and thereby shorten the unit’s service life.■ Be sure to place the unit on a fiat, level surfaceIf the surface is inclined, a malfunction may result.■ Never attempt to repair nor reconstruct thisunitA serious electric shock might occur if this unit is repaired, dis¬assembled or reconstructed by unauthorized persons, or if theinternal parts are accidentally touched.■ Take particular care if children are presentNever permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside thisunit. A serious electric shock or malfunction could occur if articlessuch as coins, needles, screwdrivers, etc. are inserted through theventilation holes, etc. of this unit.■ If water is spilled on the unitBe extremely careful if water is spilled on the unit, because a fire orserious electric shock might occur. Immediately disconnect thepower cord plug, and consult with your dealer.■ Avoid spray-type insecticidesInsecticides might cause cracks or “cloudiness" in the cabinet andplastic parts of this unit. The gas used in such sprays might,moreover, be ignited suddenly.■ Never use alcohol or paint thinnerThese and similar chemicals should never be used, because theymight cause flaking or cloudiness of the cabinet finish.■ Disconnect the power supply cord if the unitwill not be used for a long timeIf the unit is left for a long time with the power ON, this not only willshorten its useful operation life, but also may cause other trouble.■ If trouble occursIf, during operation, the sound is interrupted or indicators no longerilluminate, or if an abnormal odour or smoke is detected, imme¬diately disconnect the power cord plug, and contact with yourdealer or an Authorized Service Center.Notes of Placement■ This unit is a precision instrument. Be sure to piace it on afiat surface.■ Avoid places such as the following:•Near any equipment or device that generates strong magnetism•On any heat-generating equipment or device, or in any placewhere the temperature is high (35°C or higher)•Extremely cold place (5°C or below)•Near a tuner or TV (It may cause noise in the broadcast, ordisturbance of the TV picture.)■ When carrying or storing the unit, handle it with care so it isnot subjected to any strong bumps.Always remove the disc before storing the unit for any period oftime.■ To avoid problems due to vibration•Do not place a book or similar object under this unit.•Do not route the connection cables (of this or other units) acrossthe operation panel, across the top, or under the unit.