Additional Information
Notes on CDs
YBefore playing a CD, clean the CD surface with a
Precautions
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.
YDo not play a CD with tape, stickers, or adhesives
On operating voltageon any of its surfaces as this may damage the
system.
Before operating the system, check that the operating
voltage of your system is identical with the voltage ofYDo not use solvents.
your local power supply.YDo not expose the CDs to direct sunlight or heat
sources.
On safetyYDisc with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
YThe unit is not disconnected from the AC powerstar) cannot be played on this system. Attempting
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wallto do so may damage the system. Do not use such
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.discs.
YUnplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it
Cleaning the cabinet
will not be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it outClean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
YShould any solid object or liquid fall into the
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
system, unplug the system and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.To save a tape permanently
YAC power cord must be changed only at the
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
qualified service shop.
over, break off the cassette tabs from side A or side B
On placementas illustrated.
YDo not place the system in an inclined position.Additional Information
YDo not place the system in locations where it is:Break off the
N Extremely hot or coldcassette tab
N Dusty or dirty
N Very humid
N Subject to vibrations
N Subject to direct sunlight
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
YUse caution when placing the unit or speakers on
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloraion of the
Before placing a cassette in the tape
surface may result.
deck
On heat buildupTake up any slack in the tape. Otherwise the tape
YAlthough the unit heats up during operation, this ismay get entangled in the tape deckOs playing
not a malfunction.mechanism and become damaged.
YPlace the system in a location with adequate
When using a tape longer than 90
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
minutes
If you continuously use this system at a large volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottomThe tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do notoperations such as play, stop, and fast-winding etc.
touch the cabinet.too frequently. The tape may get entangled in the
To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the ventilationtape deckOs playing mechanism.
hole for the cooling fan.
Cleaning the tape heads
On operationClean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use.
YIf the system is brought directly from a cold placeMake sure to clean the tape heads before making an
to a warm place, or is placed in a very damp room,important recording or after playing an old tape. Use
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CDa commercially available dry-type or wet-type
player. Should this occur, the system will notcleaning cassette. For details, refer to the instructions
operate properly. Remove the CD and leave theof the cleaning cassette.
system turned on for about an hour until the
Demagnetizing the tape heads
moisture evaporates.
Demagnetize the tape heads and the metal parts that
YWhen moving the unit, remove any disc that may be
have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours
on the disc tray.
of use with a commercially available demagnetizing
cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the
If you have any questions or problems concerning
demagnetizing cassette.
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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