Disc Handling and Maintenance
Handling precautions
•Hold the disc by the edges so the surface will
not be soiled with fingerprints. (
) Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion.
•Do not write on the label side with a
•Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
•Be careful not to drop or bend the disc.
•Do not install more than 1 disc.
•Do not try to close the disc compartment cover when the disc is not installed properly. (
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•Be sure to store the disc in its exclusive case when not in use. Then store upright.
•Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc.
If the Surface is Soiled (
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Wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only) cloth. When wiping discs, always move the cloth from the centre hole toward the outer edge.
(If you wipe the discs using a circular motion, circular scratches are likely to occur, which will cause noise.)
If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the player may display indicator 
on the screen and fail to play the disc correctly. Wipe any soiling off the playing surface with a soft cloth.
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If the Disc is Brought from a Cold to a Warm Environment, Dew may form on the Disc
Wipe this dew off with a soft, dry,
Improper Disc Storage
You can damage discs if you store them in the following places:
•Areas exposed to direct sunlight
•Humid or dusty areas
•Areas directly exposed to a heat outlet or heating appliance
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