Arcam AV950 - Page 2

E-3E-2
English
CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit
in a conned space, such as a bookcase or similar
enclosure.
• More than 0.3 m (12 in.) is recommended.
• Do not place any other equipment on this unit.
safety
Important safety instructions
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 a dry cloth.
Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.
e case should normally only require a wipe with a so,
lint-free cloth. Do not use chemical solvents for cleaning.
We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or
polishes as they can cause permanent white marks.
7. Do not block any of the 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 ampliers) 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. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. e wide blade or the third prong
is provided for your safety. When the provided plug
does not t 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, convenient receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied 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 qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15. Object or liquid entry
WARNING – Take care that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any
openings. e equipment shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. Liquid-lled objects such as vases
should not be placed on the equipment.
16. Service Instructions
CAUTION – ese servicing instructions are for use by
qualied service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you
are qualied to do so.
17. Climate
e equipment has been designed for use in moderate
climates and in domestic situations. Unplug this
equipment during lightning storms to prevent possible
damage from a strike or mains surge.
18. Power sources
Only connect the equipment to a power supply of
the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the equipment.
e primary method of isolating the equipment from
the mains supply is to remove the mains plug. e
equipment must be installed in a manner that makes
disconnection possible.
19. Power-cord protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Pay particular attention to the point
where they exit from the equipment.
20. Power lines
Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power
lines.
21. Speaker connections
Any speakers must be connected to the AV950/
AVR750/450/380 using class II wire (i.e. no connection
to Earth should be made). Failure to observe this
precaution may cause the unit to become damaged.
22. Non-use periods
If the equipment is not being used for an extended
period, we recommend that you unplug the power cord
of the equipment from the outlet, to save power.
23. Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the
equipment, turn the power o immediately and unplug
the equipment from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer
and do not reconnect the equipment.
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user service able parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service p ersonnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket
and insert the plug fully into the socket.
Class II product
is equipment is a Class II or double
insulated electrical appliance. It has been
designed in such a way that it does not
require a safety connection to electrical
earth (‘ground’ in the U.S.).
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FCC INFORMATION FOR US CUSTOMERS
1. PRODUCT
is product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
is product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modication not expressly approved
by ARCAM may void your authority, granted by the
FCC, to use the product.
3. NOTE
is product has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, persuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
is product generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this product does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product
OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipment
and receiver.
• Connecttheproductintoanoutletonacircuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consultthelocalretailerauthorizedtodistribute
this type of product or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
SAFETY INFORMATION
FOR EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS
• Avoidhightemperatures.Allowforsucient
heat dispersion when installed in a rack.
• Handlethepowercordcarefully.Holdtheplug
when unplugging the cord.
• Keeptheunitfreefrommoisture,water,and
dust.
• Unplugthepowercordwhennotusingtheunit
for long periods of time.
• Donotobstructtheventilationholes.
• Donotletforeignobjectsintotheunit.
• Donotletinsecticides,benzene,andthinner
come in contact with the unit.
• Neverdisassembleormodifytheunitinanyway.
• Ventilationshouldnotbeimpededbycovering
the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspapers, tablecloths or curtains.
• Nakedamesourcessuchaslightedcandles
should not be placed on the unit.
• Observeandfollowlocalregulationsregarding
battery disposal.
• Donotexposetheunittodrippingorsplashing
uids.
• Donotplaceobjectslledwithliquids,suchas
vases, on the unit.
• Donothandlethemainscordwithwethands.
• WhentheswitchisintheOFFposition,the
equipment is not completely switched o from
MAINS.
• eequipmentshallbeinstallednearthe
power supply so that the power supply is easily
accessible.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:
is product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance
with the local recycling regulations.When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations
concerning battery disposal.
is product and the supplied accessories, excluding the batteries, constitute the applicable product according to
the WEEE directive.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
ese markings indicate that this product should not be
disposed with other household waste throughout the EU.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal and to conserve
material resources, this product should be recycled
responsibly.
To dispose of your product, please use your local return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased.