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Precautions
On recording
• Contents of the recording cannot be
compensated if the recording or
playback is not made due to a
malfunction of the recorder, disc, etc.
• Make trial recordings before taking the
actual recording.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while
listening to a section with very low level
inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the
speakers may be damaged when a peak
level section is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls
with a soft cloth slightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any
type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
On cleaning discs
Do not use a commercially available
cleaning disc. It may cause a
malfunction.
Copyrights
• Television programs, films, video
tapes, discs, and other materials may be
copyrighted. Unauthorized recording
of such material may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws. Also,
use of this recorder with cable
television transmission may require
authorization from the cable television
transmitter and/or program owner.
• This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected
by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is
intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
Copy guard function
Since the recorder has a copy guard
function, programs received through an
external tuner (not supplied) may
contain copy protection signals (copy
guard function) and as such may not be
recordable, depending on the type of
signal.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to playback
discs that conform to the Compact Disc
(CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded
with copyright protection technologies
are marketed by some record companies.
Please be aware that among those discs,
there are some that do not conform to the
CD standard and may not be playable by
this product.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your recorder, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
INPORTANT 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 resisters,
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.
11 Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified
service personal. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such a power-
supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
Notes about the discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc
by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the
disc may cause it to malfunction.
• Do not expose the disc to direct
sunlight or heat sources such as hot air
ducts, or leave it in a car parked in
direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available
cleaners, or anti-static spray intended
for vinyl LPs.
• Do not use the following discs.
– A disc that has a non-standard shape
(e.g., card, heart).
– A disc with a label or sticker on it.
– A disc that has cellophane tape or
sticker adhesive on it.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This recorder is capable of
holding a still video image or on-screen
display image on your television screen
indefinitely. If you leave the still video
image or on-screen display image
displayed on your TV for an extended
period of time you risk permanent
damage to your television screen.
Plasma display panels and projection
televisions are especially susceptible to
this.
