Sony BDP-BX18, Operating Instructions Manual

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. 
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified 
service shop.

Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be 
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the 
like.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will 
increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this Blu-
ray Disc/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt 
to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This label is located on the laser protective housing 
inside the enclosure.

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.

Precautions

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects 

filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Install this unit so that the AC power cord can be 

unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the 
event of trouble.

FCC WARNING

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

The shielded Interface cable (LAN cable) must be 
used with the equipment in order to comply with the 
limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of 
Part 15 of FCC Rules.

b

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two 
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding 
type plug has two blades and a third grounding 
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does 
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or 

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the 
apparatus.