Sony EV-C500E - Precautions; Safety Precautions; Installation Guidelines; Operation and Cleaning Instructions

Precautions
Safety
* For the models designed for UK, operate the unit only on 240 V AC, 50 Hz. For the models designed for other European
countries, operate the unit on 220 — 240 V AC, 50 Hz.
* If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
¢ Unplug the unit from the wail outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord,
pull it out by the plug, never by the cord itself.
* The unit is not disconnected from the mains (AC power source), as long as it is connected to the mains outlet, even if the
unit itself has been tumed oft.
« The ON/STANDBY indicator lights up red when the VCR is turned off (standby mode), and lights up green when the
VCR is tumed on (power on mode).
Installation
¢ Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup
* Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the
ventilation holes.
* Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive
dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
¢ Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
* Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large
loudspeakers. .
* Keep the unit away from a TV. Otherwise, it may cause interference with the TV.
¢ Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
Operation —
« When the unit is not in use, tum the power off to conserve energy and to extend its life.
* Remove and store video cassettes after recording or playback.
Cleaning
¢ Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a dry, soft cloth, or a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution.
* Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.
Recording and Playback
* This VCR uses 8 mm video format cassettes.
* This VCR records and plays back both in the Hi8 video system and standard 8 mm video system.
¢ This VCR records only in SP mode and piays back both in SP and LP modes.
* The PCM audio feature is not available on this VCR. Therefore, you can neither record in the digital multi system, nor
play back a tape recorded in the digital multi system on other VCRs.
Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this VCR.
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