Hitachi AXM204UK User Manual

Model No: AXM204UK

Micro System with docking for iPod/iPhone

iPod and iPhone are trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specifially to iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards.

SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards
but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and
safety is to be assured.

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DO

read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and
inter-connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains
plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation

or safety
of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or

subjected to excessive wear and tear or heat.

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DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers,
tablecloths,

curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the
equipment.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, to be

placed on the equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on,
or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with

wood screws - to ensure complete
safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that

you are distracted from
the requirements of traffic safety.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is

unattended unless it is specifically stated
that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off
using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to

do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is

damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your

dealer.

ABOVE ALL

− NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other

opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electric shock;

− NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind

− it is better to be safe than sorry!

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The above mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or
discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems
available. If the batteries or accumulators included with

this equipment display the chemical

symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than

0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To achieve the utmost in enjoyment and performance, please read this manual carefully before attempting to
operate the unit in order to became familiar with its features, and assure you years of faithful, trouble free
performance and listening pleasure.

Important Notes

* Keep these instructions: the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
* Avoid installing the unit in locations described below:
* Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as electric heaters; on top

of other stereo equipment that radiates too much heat; places lacking ventilation or dusty places;
places subject to constant vibration; humid or moist places.
* Make sure not to obstruct the ventilation holes. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
ventilation
* Before turning on the power for the first time, make sure the power cord is properly installed. The
mains plug is used as the disconnect device and it must always remain readily operable. To

completely disconnect the equipment from the mains supply, the mains plug of apparatus must be
disconnected from the mains socket.
* The product must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, should be
* Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm around the apparatus to allow adequate ventilation.
* Please dispose of spent batteries in an environmentally friendly manner by using a local recycling
scheme.
* Only use this equipment
* No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.
* Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

holes with items such as newspapers, table-clothes, curtains etc.

placed on the equipment.

in moderate climates.

For safety reasons, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the
Refer any servicing to qualified personnel.

Do not attempt to remove any screws, or open the casing of the unit; there are no user serviceable parts
inside, refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
USER SERVICEABLE PAR TS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

There is high voltage within this product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk

ATTENTION

The owner's manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions, for your safety,
it is necessary to refer to the manual.

Note:

- This unit will become warm when used for a long period of time. This is normal and does not indicate
a problem with the unit.

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

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- If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or with an operating button, switch the unit off and then

on again.

of electric shock.

inside of the product.

BACK), NO

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT

You can see this carved picture on the
back of the main unit.

LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service personnel should attempt to repair.

CAUTION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Operating the unit in a way other than specified herein,or

making adjustments to the unit may result in hazardous
radiation exposure

You can see this
label in the CD
compartment.

WARNING: RISK OF INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN CD LID IS
OPEN OR INTERLOCKS FALL.AVOID

DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE

BEAM.

The speaker cloth is a flexible material. The speaker
cloth should not be pushed by hand or object. It is
easy to damage a speaker cone.

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