Philips TC8278 Stereo Receiver User Manual


 
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the unit is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water - for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor
installation, or any area which is classified as a wet location.
8. Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, tripod,
bracket, or mount.The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a person
and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a stand, tripod, bracket,
or mount recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product.Any mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
9. Ventilation - Openings in the enclosure, if any, are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect
it from overheating.These openings must not be blocked or covered.
This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
10. Power Sources - This unit should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply you plan to use, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization - This unit may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Alternately, this unit may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet.This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
12. 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, paying particular attention to cords and plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
13. Power Lines - An outdoor system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.When
installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal. U.S.A. models only - refer to the National Electrical
Code Article 820 regarding installation of CATV systems.
14. Overloading - Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
15. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
16. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the unit from the outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions.Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal
operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance--this
indicates a need for service.
18. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
19. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that
the unit is in proper operating condition.
20. Coax Grounding - If an outside cable system is connected to the unit,
be sure the cable system is grounded. U.S.A. models only--Section 810
of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No.70-1981, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the mount and
supporting structure, grounding of the coax to a discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
21. Lightning - For added protection of this unit during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system.This
will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.
FCC & ICES INFORMATION
(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only)
WARNING - 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
and ICES-003 of Industry Canada.These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated 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.
Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made.Any
such changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve
Radio-TV Interference Problems".This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office,Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No.004-000-00345-4.