SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure your personal safety and to maximize the full operating potential of your Drive, read and follow these safety precautions:

ARRANGEMENT - This unit can be used only horizontally. Vertical use is not possible.

ENVIRONMENT - Please do not use the unit at places with much dust, high temperature, or high humidity. Please use the unit at a place where it is not subjected to vibrations or shocks.

POWER - Turn off your system and attached hardware devices before installation.

READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions before the Drive is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating and use instructions.

HEED WARNINGS - All warnings must be adhered to.

CLEANING - DO NOT use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or alcohol. Use only a damp cloth to clean the exterior housing.

WATER AND MOISTURE - DO NOT use this product near water.

POWER SOURCES - Operate this product from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult Authorized Pioneer Dealer.

OVERLOADING - DO NOT overload wall outlets and extension cords. Doing so can result in fire or electric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of any kind into this product. Touching dangerous voltage points may cause a short resulting in fire or electric shock. Do not spill liquid of any kind on this product.

CONDENSATION - Moisture will form in the operating section of the product causing performance to be impaired if it is brought from cool surroundings into a warmer environment. If you are moving the unit to a location with a warmer temperature, let the product stand for 1-2 hours in the new location before turning it back on.

SERVICING - Do not attempt to repair this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. (Refer to the enclosed Service and Support Card.)

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÷Avoid touching or scratching the signal surface (shiny side)of the disc.÷Hold the disc by the edges or by the center hold and one edge.÷ Do not affix paper or labels to the disc.÷ Discard warped or cracked discs as they may cause damage to the drive.÷Avoid specially shaped discs such as hearts or polygons.÷Remove dust or lint from the disc with a soft cloth by wipingfrom the inside to the outside edge rather than in a circular motion.÷Do not use record-cleaning or anti-static agents as thesolutions may cause damage to a disc.

Always be sure to store your discs in proper DVD-R storage cases when not in use, and always be sure to check for dirt or dust on discs (especially on the recording side) before use.

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