Sony KV-13VM42 User Guide
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Getting Started
WARNING
Safety
• Operate the Video/TV only on 120 V AC.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for safety
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for safety
purposes and will fit into the power outlet only one
way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, contact your dealer.
way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, contact your dealer.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the Video/TV and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
personnel before operating it any further.
• Unplug the Video/TV from the wall outlet if you are
not to going to use it for several days or more. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull
the cord itself.
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull
the cord itself.
Installing
• To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the
ventilation openings.
• Do not install the Video/TV in a hot or humid place, or
in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical
vibration.
vibration.
Cleaning
Clean the Video/TV with a soft dry cloth. Never use
strong solvents such as thinner or benzine, which might
damage the finish of the cabinet.
strong solvents such as thinner or benzine, which might
damage the finish of the cabinet.
Transport
Keep the original carton and packing materials to use for
safety transport of your Video/TV in the future.
safety transport of your Video/TV in the future.
Information
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
Video/TV, please contact your nearest Sony dealer.
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
Video/TV, please contact your nearest Sony dealer.
This Video/TV receiver displays closed captioning in
accordance with 15.119 of the FCC rules.
accordance with 15.119 of the FCC rules.
Caution
Television programs, films, video tapes and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording
of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws. Also, use of this Video/TV receiver for
other private viewing of programs broadcast on VHF or
UHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the
general public may require authorization from the
broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner.
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording
of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the
copyright laws. Also, use of this Video/TV receiver for
other private viewing of programs broadcast on VHF or
UHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the
general public may require authorization from the
broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or moisture.
the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol 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 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.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
When using TV games, computers, and similar products
with your Video/TV, keep the brightness and contrast
functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern
is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high
brightness or contrast setting, the image can be
permanently imprinted onto the screen. These types of
imprints are not covered by your warranty because they
are the result of misuse.
with your Video/TV, keep the brightness and contrast
functions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern
is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high
brightness or contrast setting, the image can be
permanently imprinted onto the screen. These types of
imprints are not covered by your warranty because they
are the result of misuse.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Note on condensation
If the Video/TV is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR
and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you
first install the Video/TV, or when you move it from a
cold to a warm location, wait for about one hour before
operating the Video/TV.
warm location, moisture may condense inside the VCR
and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you
first install the Video/TV, or when you move it from a
cold to a warm location, wait for about one hour before
operating the Video/TV.
Precautions