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1. Recording Copyright
—Unless it’s for personal
use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal
without the permission of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse
—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-
serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact
the dealer from whom you purchased this unit.
3. Care
—Occasionally you should dust the unit all
over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a
soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild
detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately
afterwards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive
cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical
solvents, because they may damage the finish or
remove the panel lettering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST
TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country.
Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the
voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear
panel (AC 120 V, 60 Hz).
The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug
is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.
Pressing
[I /
y
y
On / Standby]
to select Standby
mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If you do
not intend to use the unit for an extended period,
remove the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
6. Batteries and Heat Exposure
Warning
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire
or the like.
7.
Never
Touch this Unit with Wet Hands
—
Never handle this unit or its power cord while your
hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid
gets inside this unit, have it checked by the dealer
from whom you purchased this unit.
8. Handling Notes
•
If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you
originally bought it.
•
Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit
for a long time, because they may leave marks
on the case.
•
This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm
after prolonged use. This is normal.
•
If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may
not work properly the next time you turn it on,
so be sure to use it occasionally.
•
When you’ve finished using this unit, remove all
discs and turn off the power.
9. Installing this Unit
•
Install this unit in a well-ventilated location.
•
Ensure that there’s adequate ventilation all
around this unit, especially if it’s installed in an
audio rack. If the ventilation is inadequate, the
unit may overheat, leading to malfunction.
•
Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heat
sources, because its internal temperature may
rise, shortening the life of the optical pickup.
•
Avoid damp and dusty places, and places subject
to vibrations from loudspeakers.
•
Never put the unit on top of, or directly above a
loud-speaker.
•
Install this unit horizontally. Never use it on its
side or on a sloping surface, because it may
cause a malfunction.
•
If you install this unit near a TV, radio, or VCR, the
picture and sound quality may be affected. If this
occurs, move this unit away from the TV, radio, or
VCR.
10. To Obtain a Clear Picture
—This unit is a high-
tech, precision device. If the lens on the optical
pickup, or the disc drive mechanism becomes dirty
or worn, the picture quality may be affected. To
maintain the best picture quality, we recommend
regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or
worn part replacement). Contact the dealer from
whom you purchased this unit.
11. Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation may damage this unit.
Read
the
following carefully:
Moisture may condense on the lens of the optical
pickup, one of the most important parts inside this
unit.
•
Moisture condensation can occur in the
following situations:
— The unit is moved from a cold place to a warm
place.
— A heater is turned on, or cold air from an air
conditioner is hitting the unit.
— In the summer, when this unit is moved from an
air conditioned room to a hot and humid place.
— The unit is used in a humid place.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not place the unit on the furniture that is capable of being tilted by a child and an adult leaning, pulling, standing
or climbing on it. A falling unit can cause serious injury or even death.
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