Pioneer MJ-D707 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

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CAUTION
@ Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than these specified herein may result in hazardous |
radiation exposure. |
@ The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. |
Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment. |
INFRINGEMENT TO COPYRIGHT [For U.K. model]
Recording and playback of copyrighted material may require consent. See the Copyright Act 1956 and the Performers'
Protection Acts 1958 and 1972.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a
lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage frorn loud
noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer
Dear 2 ee and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics
U8LOUME: Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to ex ve
noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just
purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's Decibel
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement Level mple
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic 30 Quiet library, soft whispers
Industries Association's 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 distortion—and, most importantly, 70 Vacuum cleaner. hair drver. noisy: restaurant
without affecting your sensitive hearing. 80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals. alarm clock
at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort
level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds
"normal" can actually be loud and harmtul to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level 30 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 b et plane
@ Start your volume control at a low setting. {80 Rocket launching pad
@ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably
and clearly, and without distortion,
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
@ Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing
damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for
a lifetime.