Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment.
CAUTION
� Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
� The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
[For Canadian model]
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference�Causing Equipment Regulations.
[Pour le modŹle Canadien]
Cet appareil numŽrique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du RŹglement sur le matŽriel brouilleur du Canada.
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lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud
noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer
and the Electronic Industries AssociationOs Consumer Electronics
Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive
noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit youOve just
purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now itOs Decibel
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement Level Example
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic
30Quiet library, soft whispers
Industries AssociationOs Consumer Electronics Group want you
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
without annoying blaring or distortionNand, most importantly,
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
without affecting your sensitive hearing.
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock
at two feet.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing Ocomfort
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
level� adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds
Onormal� can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level 90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
BEFORE your hearing adapts.100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
To establish a safe level: 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
� Start your volume control at a low setting.180 Rocket launching pad
� Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
� Set the dial and leave it there.
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