Introduction
Choosing a disc (Continued)
On DVD-RAM discs
Use only
The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it by using the
The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVD-
RAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacturer’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity. Also, a
This recorder complies with current copyright protection technology and can copy a disc only when the disc permits copying once. When there is no indication on the disc, copying will not be allowed. Such an indication on a disc is required also for the Library Management database.
DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are recommended for recording.
Two types of
them with this recorder, but the former ones are recommended.
In order to record highly detailed data, make sure the disc is clean.
Do not open the cartridge shutter. The disc may not play, or may not be recorded or edited once it becomes dirty.
There are two types of
Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the disc if it is absolutely necessary to remove the disc. 
Some commercially available cartridge discs cannot be recorded or edited once the inside discs are removed.
To protect recorded contents
Slide the
“PROTECT” with something small enough. The disc can play, but cannot be edited or erased. Refer
PROTECT
to the instructions that come with the disc.
When using a disc without a cartridge (commercially
available discs) 
Discs without cartridges can easily
attract fingerprints and dust, which
is the reason they are not recommended. If you cannot avoid using them, handle with proper care.
When you write in a title column on a disc, use a pen with a soft tip. Do not use a pen with a hard tip, such as a ballpoint pen.
Recommended discs
The following discs have been tested with this recorder:
9.4GB
4.7GB
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