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Important Introduction

-Precautions-

Precautions

Important

zDo not wear your headphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.
zDo not play the unit at a high volume. Hearing experts
advise against extended listening at high volume lev-
els.
zIf you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the vol-
ume or discontinue use.
zThis portable MD should only be used within the range
of 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C).
To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible
problems, observe the precautions listed below.
zDo not disassemble or modify the unit.
zDo not drop or subject the unit to shock.
zDo not use the unit near open flames.
zDo not spill liquid on the unit.
zDo not use an external power supply, other than the
5V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.
zSHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper
use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorized serv-
ice center.

Storing the unit

Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following
places.
zIf the unit is used near radio tuners or TVs, noise and/
or picture interference may result. If you experience
these problems, move the unit away from such
devices.
zIt is not recommendable to put the MiniDisc into a rear
pocket, as this may damage the product when sitting.
zDo not use your headphones while
driving a motor vehicle, it may cre-
ate a traffic hazard and may be ille-
gal. Remember to obey all of the
safety rules in your area.
zPlaces exposed to direct sunlight for
many hours (especially in cars with
the doors and windows closed) or
near heaters. (The cabinet may de-
form, change color or the unit may
malfunction.)
zPlaces exposed to excessive dust.
zPlaces exposed to water.
zPlaces where temperatures are ex-
cessively high or low.
zPlaces (bathrooms) where the humid-
ity is extremely high.
zPlaces with strong magnetic fields
such as TVs or loudspeakers.
zPlaces exposed to vibration.
zPlaces where sand can easily enter
the inside of the unit (beaches etc.).