Using the Unit Safely
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Using the Unit Safely Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 2; p. 6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit,Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or Used for instructions intended to alert the warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is user to the risk of death or severe injury determined by the design contained within the triangle. In should the unit be used improperly. the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be damage should the unit be used carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must improperly. not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that * Material damage refers to damage or the unit must never be disassembled. other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its The symbol alerts the user to things that must be furnishings, as well to domestic animals carried out. The specific thing that must be done is or pets. indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNING WARNING Do not open (or modify in any way) the Never install the unit in any of the unit or its AC adaptor. following locations. • Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed Do not attempt to repair the unit, vehicle, near a heating duct, on top or replace parts within it (except of heat-generating equipment); when this manual provides specific or are instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the • Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on nearest Roland Service Center, or an wet floors); or are authorized Roland distributor, as listed • Exposed to steam or smoke; or are on the “Information” page. • Subject to salt exposure; or are • Humid; or are • Exposed to rain; or are • Dusty or sandy; or are • Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness. Copyright © 2011 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Roland is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Using the Unit Safely WARNING WARNING Make sure you always have the unit Immediately turn the power off, placed so it is level and sure to remain remove the AC adaptor from the stable. Never place it on stands that outlet, and request servicing by could wobble, or on inclined surfaces. your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Be sure to use only the AC adaptor Roland distributor, as listed on the supplied with the unit. Also, make “Information” page when: sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified • The AC adaptor, the power-supply on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC cord, or the plug has been damaged; adaptors may use a different polarity, or or be designed for a different voltage, • If smoke or unusual odor occurs so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock. • Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord • The unit has been exposed to rain (or must not be used with any other otherwise has become wet); or device. • The unit does not appear to operate Do not excessively twist or bend the normally or exhibits a marked power cord, nor place heavy objects change in performance. on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short In households with small children, an circuits. Damaged cords are fire and adult should provide supervision until shock hazards! the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation This unit, either alone or in of the unit. combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be Protect the unit from strong impact. capable of producing sound levels (Do not drop it!) that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at Do not force the unit’s power-supply a level that is uncomfortable. If you cord to share an outlet with an experience any hearing loss or ringing unreasonable number of other devices. in the ears, you should immediately Be especially careful when using stop using the unit, and consult an extension cords—the total power used audiologist. by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must Do not place containers containing never exceed the power rating liquid on this product. Never allow (watts/amperes) for the extension foreign objects (e.g., flammable cord. Excessive loads can cause the objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., insulation on the cord to heat up and water or juice) to enter this product. eventually melt through. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty operation, or other malfunctions. Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. 3 Using the Unit Safely WARNING CAUTION Batteries must never be recharged, The unit and the AC adaptor should heated, taken apart, or thrown into fire be located so their location or position or water. does not interfere with their proper ventilation. Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. Never expose batteries to excessive At regular intervals, you should unplug heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Incorrect handling of batteries, Also, disconnect the power plug from rechargeable batteries, or a the power outlet whenever the unit battery charger can cause leakage, is to remain unused for an extended overheating, fire, or explosion. Before period of time. Any accumulation of use, you must read and strictly observe dust between the power plug and all of the precautions that accompany the power outlet can result in poor the batteries, rechargeable batteries, or insulation and lead to fire. battery charger. When using rechargeable batteries and Try to prevent cords and cables from a charger, use only the combination becoming entangled. Also, all cords of rechargeable batteries and charger and cables should be placed so they specified by the battery manufacturer. are out of the reach of children. Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit. Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit. Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices. Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 24). Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. 4 Using the Unit Safely CAUTION CAUTION If used improperly, batteries may If you remove the screw from the explode or leak and cause damage ground terminal, be sure to replace or injury. In the interest of safety, it; don’t leave it lying around where please read and observe the following it could accidently be swallowed by precautions (p. 21). small children. When refastening the screw, make that it is firmly fastened, • Carefully follow the installation so it won’t come loose. instructions for batteries, and make sure you observe the correct polarity. Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device other • Avoid using new batteries together than condenser microphones that with used ones. In addition, avoid require phantom power. You risk mixing different types of batteries. causing damage if you mistakenly • Remove the batteries whenever supply phantom power to dynamic the unit is to remain unused for an microphones, audio playback devices, extended period of time. or other devices that don’t require such power. Be sure to check the • If a battery has leaked, use a soft specifications of any microphone piece of cloth or paper towel to you intend to use by referring to the wipe all remnants of the discharge manual that came with it. from the battery compartment. Then install new batteries. To avoid (This instrument’s phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 inflammation of the skin, make sure mA Max) that none of the battery discharge Batteries may reach a high gets onto your hands or skin. temperature; please be careful to avoid Exercise the utmost caution so that burning yourself. none of the discharge gets near your eyes. Immediately rinse the affected area with running water if any of the discharge has entered the eyes. • Never keep batteries together with metallic objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, hairpins, etc.