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CThis electronic equipment contains several materials that can be
recycled. If you are disposing of an old device, please take it to a
recycling centre.
BDonot switch on the device immediately after transport from
a cold to a warm room or vice versa, or under conditionsof
extreme humidity.
Wait at least three hours after transporting the device. The DVD
recorder needs this time to acclimate to itsnew environment
(temperature, relative humidity, etc.).
BWheninstalling the recorder in a cupboard, ensure there is a gap
of approximately 5 cm (2 inch) around the recorder to enable air
to circulate freely and prevent overheating.
BMakesure that no objects or liquids enter into the DVD recorder.
Do not place vases or the like on the DVD recorder. If you spill
liquid into the recorder, immediatelydisconnect it from the power
supply and call after-sales service for advice.
BKeepthe DVD recorderaway from radiators and other heat
sources and protect it from direct sunlight.
BDonot place any combustible objects on the device (candles, etc.).
Important instructions for the HDD
The built-in HDD of this DVD recorder is sensitive to shocks,
temperature fluctuations, and vibrations.
Please observe the following precautions:
•Avoid shocks or vibrations
•Do not cover the ventilation openings of the cooling fan
•Do not operate the device under high temperatures, and do not
expose it to temperature fluctuations
•Do not pull the mains plug from the wall outlet before the device
is switched off using STANDBY m.
•Before bringing the device to a workshop for repair, store all
important data of the HDD on a DVD+RW/+R.See 'The archive
function'.
The workshop will not assume any liability for the loss of the
stored data.
•Philips will not assume any liability for damage or loss of
stored data.
Symbols used in these operating
instructions
The following symbols will facilitate the use of these operating
instructions.
1Step(s) for carrying out an operation.
OAnother possible operating step that is not absolutely
necessary.
PReaction of the device
•When only one operation step is necessary
You will find additional informationin this section.
Cleaning the discs
Some malfunctions (frozen or distorted picture and broken sound for
example) may be due to dirt on the disc. To avoid such problems, you
should clean your discs regularly.
•Dirty discs should be cleaned with a soft cloth. Always wipe from
the middle to the edge.
•Do not use any solvents such as benzine, thinners, commercially
available cleaning agents, or antistatic sprays designed for vinyl
records.
Can I use a CD lens cleaner inthe DVD recorder?
Since the optical unit (laser) of the DVD recorder operates at a higher
power level than the ones in normal DVD and CD players,such CD lens
cleaner discs may actually damage the optical unit (laser).
Therefore, refrain from using a CD lens cleaner disc!
Introduction