Sony SVX-800 User Manual

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.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

The graphical symbols are on the bottom
enclosure.

• 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 slots.

• 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.

• Keep the unit and cassettes away from equipment

with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or
large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• If the unit 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 unit, or when you move
it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about
one hour before operating the unit.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.  This
equipment 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 equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment 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 equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

Your VCR and power supply should not be exposed
to rain or moisture.  Do not connect the power supply
or operate your VCR if it gets wet.  Your VCR has
been designed for outdoor use, however it is not
designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain,
sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a
pool or even a cup of coffee.  This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your VCR.
Do not attempt to disassemble this unit.  There are no
user serviceable parts inside.  Unplug your VCR from
the power supply before cleaning.

• For car battery operation, use the car battery cord

recommended for this set.  Do not use any other
car battery cord.

• Disconnect the cigarette lighter plug when your

player is not being used.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit

and have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.