Before Use (Continued)
Precautions
Handling the unit
When shipping the unit
The original shipping carton and packing materials may come in handy. For maximum protection,
When setting up the unit
The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be disturbed 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 exterior surfaces 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, benzene, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.
To obtain a clear picture
The DVD/CD Receiver is a
Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the operating environment.)
Notes on Discs
Disc Handling
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 distort the picture or reduce sound quality. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out- wards.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or
About Symbols
About the 
symbol display
“
” 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 DVD video disc.
About the disc symbols for instructions
A section whose title has one of the following symbol is applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.
DVD DVD Video discs
VCD2.0 Video CDs with the PBC (playback control) function.
VCD1.1 Video CDs without the PBC (playback control) function.
CD Audio CDs.
MP3 MP3 disc.
WMA WMA disc.
JPEG JPEG disc.
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