Precautions
3
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
userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit,
contact your Onkyo dealer.
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 (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or 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 the [ON/STANDBY] button 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.
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
your Onkyo dealer.
6.
Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
7.
Batteries and Heat Exposure
Warning
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire
or the like.
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 loudspeaker.
• 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.
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.
• Do not use this unit when there’s the
possibility of moisture condensation
occurring. Doing so may damage your discs
and certain parts inside this unit.
If condensation does occur, unplug the power
cord and leave the unit for two to three hours in
the room temperature.
