Overview (Continued)
Precautions
Handling the Unit
When shipping the unit
The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection,
When setting up the unit
The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.
To keep the surface clean
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will leave marks on the surface.
Cleaning the Unit
To clean the cabinet
Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.
To obtain a clear picture
The DVD Recorder+VCR is a
For details, please contact your nearest dealer.
Moisture Condensation
Never operate the DVD Recorder+VCR immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it for two or three hours without operating it. If you use the unit in such a situation, it may damage discs/tapes and internal parts.
Remote Control Operation Range
Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.
Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the remote sensor.
Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of the remote sensor.
Remote Control Battery Installation
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two size
AAAbatteries with 
and 
aligned correctly.
Caution
Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.)
Notes on Discs
Handling Discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface. Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case.
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sun- light, as there may be a considerable temperature increase inside the car.
Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor pic- ture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the cen- ter outward.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or
About Symbols
About the 
Symbol
“
” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon means the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific disc or at that time.
Symbols Used in this Manual
Many functions provided on this recorder are dependent on the Recording mode. One or more of the symbols
( Video , VR , +R/RW ) appear by each function explained in this manual so that you can see at a glance whether it’s applicable to the disc loaded.
Video
VR
+R/RW DVD+R/RW disc
DVD
CD Audio CDs
MP3 MP3 CDs
WMA WMA CDs
JPEG JPEG CDs
VHS VHS Tape
A finalized DVD disc is a
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