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PRECAUTIONS
nGeneralnCare of compact discs
l Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a wellCompact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mis-
ventilated area and ensure that there is at least 10 cmtracking can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc
(4") of free space along the sides, top and back of thesurface.
equipment.Follow the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from
l Do not use oil, solvents, petrol, paint thinners or insec-your CD collection and player.
ticides on the unit.l Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the
l Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures highernon-label side. Signals are read from the non-label side.
than 60AC (140AF) or to extreme low temperatures.Do not mark this surface.
l Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and ex-
l Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magneticcessive moisture.
fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical
equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which gener-l Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or
ates electrical noise.water on the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD
l Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing itis dirty or does not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry
from the AC socket, as pulling the lead can damage in-cloth, wiping straight out from the centre, along the radius.
ternal wires.
l When cleaning the heads, pinch rollers, etc, remove the
AC power plug from the wall socket as the unit contains
high voltages.
Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in elec-NO
tric shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP ser-
vice facility.
l Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration,
and do not place anything on the top of the unit.
l If the unit does not work properly whilst in use, disconnectYES
the AC power lead from the AC socket. Plug the AC powerCorrect
lead back in, and then press the ON/STAND-BY button to
turn the power on.
l If an electrical storm is taking place near you, it is sug-
gested that you disconnect the AC power lead from the
AC socket for safety.nCassette tape
l The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items, such as nelwsFor playback, use normal or low-noise tape for the bestpapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.sound. (Metal or CrO2 tape is not recommended.)
l No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, shouldFor recording, use only normal tape.
be placed on the apparatus.l Do not use C-120 tapes, tapes with large diameter reels,
l Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspectsor poor-quality tapes, as they may cause malfunctions.
of battery disposal.l Before loading a tape into the cassette compartment,
tighten the slack with a pen or pencil.
Warning:
l Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent accidental
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on thisrecording or erasing from taking place. Removing the tab
unit. Using this product with a higher voltage other than whichwill protect the corresponding side from being erased.
is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or otherCover the tab holes with adhesive tape to erase or record
type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be heldagain.
responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unitl TAPE 1: Playback only.
with a voltage other than that which is specified.TAPE 2: Playback or record.
nVolume control
The sound level at a given volume setting depends on a
combination of speaker efficiency, location and various other
factors.
It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels, which
occur whilst turning the unit on with the volume control setting
up high, or whilst continually listening at high volumes.Side A (1)
nCondensation
Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an ex-
tremely humid environment may cause condensation insideTab for side B (2)Tab for side A (1)
the cabinet (CD pickup, tape heads, etc.) or on the transmit-
ter LED on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction.
If this happens, leave the power on with no disc (or cassette)
in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour).
Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter LED with a soft
cloth before operating the unit.
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