Panasonic PV-DF206M User Manual

1  POWER SOURCE CAUTION
 

Operate only from power source indicated on unit or in this manual. If uncertain, 
have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify your 
home power source.

2  POWER CORD PLUG
 

For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one wide blade), or a three-wire 
grounding type plug. Always hold the plug firmly and make sure your hands are 
dry when plugging in or unplugging the AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, 
dirt, etc. on the plug.

 

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
The plug fits into outlet only one way. If it cannot be fully inserted, try reversing 
it. If it still will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not 
tamper with the plug.

 

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:

 

The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet. If necessary, have an 
electrician install the proper outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.

 

To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against electrical shock, fire or personal 
injury:
•  Keep power cord away from heating appliances and walking traffic. Do not 

rest heavy objects on, or roll such objects over the power cord.

•  Do not tamper with the cord in any way.
•  An extension cord should have the same type plug (polarized or grounding) 

and must be securely connected.

•  Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords are fire hazards.
•  Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are 

hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified electrician.

4  DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
 

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If 
blocked, heat build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes or 
discs.

 

For your protection:
a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON, or operate unit while placed on 

a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or rack, unless properly 

ventilated.

5  AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
 

Do not place unit over or near a heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside 
closed vehicles, in high temperature locations [over 95 °F (35 °C)], or in over 
75 % humidity. If unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm one, 
moisture may con dense in unit and on the tape causing damage. Never subject 
unit to vibration, impact, or place it so that the surface is tilted as internal parts 
may be seriously dam aged.

•  Never place unit on support or stand that is not firm, level, 

and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious 
injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit.

•  Move any appliance and cart combination with care. Quick 

stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause 
objects to overturn.

•  Carefully follow all operating instructions.

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location, refer again to the 
INSTALLATION section of these safe guards.
1  KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE, 
 

such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.

2  IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT, 
 

unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified service technician before use.

 

During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for extended periods of 
time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna 
and cable system.

•  DO NOT OPERATE IF:

-  liquid has spilled into unit.
-  unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.
-  unit emits smoke, odours, or noises. Immediately unplug unit, and have it 

inspected by a service technician to avoid potential fire and shock hazards.

•  Never drop or push any object through openings in unit. Touching internal 

parts may cause electric shock or fire hazard. Do not put any foreign object 
on the tray.

•  Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from unit to avoid electrical 

interference.

 

Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire, 
shock, or other hazards.

 

Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust 
or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-
spray, or seep into unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, 
adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or 
dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.

1  DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF
 

If, after carefully following detailed operating in struc tions, the unit does not 
operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any 
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualified 
service tech ni cian.

 

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer, 
or that have equal safety char ac ter is tics as original parts. The use of 
unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3  SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING
 

After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a thorough safety check be done 
as described in the manufacturer’s service literature to ensure video unit is in 
safe operating condition.

1  SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
 

An outside antenna or cable system must be properly grounded to provide 
some protection against built up static charges and voltage. Section 810 of the 
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian 
Electrical Code) provides information regarding proper grounding of  the 
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna 
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge 
unit, con nec tion to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding 
electrode.

2  KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
 

Locate an outside antenna system well 
away from power lines and electric light or 
power circuits so it will never touch these 
power sources should it ever fall. When 
installing antenna, absolutely never touch 
power lines, circuits or other power sources 
as this could be fatal.

 WARNING