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Safety Precautions
Power Sources
This unit operates on a supplied AC adaptor, car adaptor, or a rechargeable battery pack.
•Make sure that the input voltage of the AC adaptor is in line with the local voltage. Otherwise, the AC adaptor and unit may be damaged.
•Do not touch the AC adaptor with wet hands to prevent electric shock.
•When connecting with car power (cigarette lighter) adaptor, be sure the input voltage of the adaptor is identical with car voltage.
•Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet or remove the battery pack when the unit is not used for long periods of time.
•Hold the plug to disconnect the AC adaptor. Do not pull the power cord.
On Placement
Avoid placing the unit in the following places.
•Under direct sunlight or near a source of heat such as a heater.
•Never leave the unit in a closed automobile, on a dashboard or an unstable shelf. Excess heat may deform the cabin or cause mal- function.
•Where it is very dusty or sandy.
•Wet or humid places, such as bathroom.
•Near sources of strong magnetism, such as a television, speaker, or magnet.
•Where there is a lot of movement or vibra- tion, such as on a car dashboard or an unstable shelf.
•Where it is extremely hot or cold.
•Where the unit is exposed to rain or water.
For Safety
•Do not disassemble the unit for laser rays are dangerous to eyes.
Any service should be done by qualified service personnel.
•Unplug the AC adaptor to cut the power if liquid or objects get inside the unit.
•Take care not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks, which may cause malfunction.
Note: When the player is in use for a long period of time, the surface will be heat- ed. This is normal.
Maintenance
• Do not touch the lens !
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•If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the player. If this occurs, the player will not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the disc tray until normal playback is possible.
•Avoid dust. Keep the disc tray closed after use. If there is dust on the lens, use a cleaning disc to clean.
Handling discs
•Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.
•Keep the disc away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
•Store the disc in a disc case after playback.
•To clean, wipe the disc outwards from the center with a soft,
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