2Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear.Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon yourSony dealer regarding this product.Model No.Serial No. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (includingamplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two bladeswith one wider than the other. A grounding-type plughas two blades and a third grounding prong. The wideblade or the third prong are provided for your safety.If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of the obsoleteoutlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on orpinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus combination to avoidinjury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power-supply cord orplug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has beenexposed to rain or moisture, does not operatenormally, or has been dropped.WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do notexpose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.WARNINGWhen installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessibledisconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect thepower plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near theunit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit,operate the disconnect device to switch the power supplyoff, or disconnect the power plug.CAUTIONThe apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping orsplashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,shall be placed on the apparatus.CAUTIONThe unit is not disconnected from the AC power source(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, evenif the unit itself has been turned off.WARNINGExcessive sound pressure from earphones andheadphones can cause hearing loss.In order to use this product safely, avoid prolongedlistening at excessive sound pressure levels.When installing the installation space must be securedin consideration of the ventilation and service operation. Do not block the ventilation slots, and vents of thefans. Leave a space around the unit for ventilation. Leave more than 40 cm of space in the rear of the unitto secure the operation area.Important Safety InstructionsThis symbol is intended to alert the userto the presence of uninsulated “dangerousvoltage” within the product’s enclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude toconstitute a risk of electric shock topersons.This symbol is intended to alert the userto the presence of important operatingand maintenance (servicing) instructionsin the literature accompanying theappliance.