Additional Information

Precautions

The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.On safety•The glass over the display window on the cover is made of tempered glass.

Under normal conditions, this tempered glass is more shock resistant and able to bear more weight than ordinary glass. This glass, however, may shatter if it receives a sharp blow or if it is scratched.

•The system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off.

•Unplug the system from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time.

To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

•AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

•When you connect the power cord to a wall outlet, even if the power is off, the system begins charging for remote and timer functions. Therefore the surface of this unit become warm, this is normal.

On placement

•Place the system in a location with adequate air circulation, and do not place anything on top of the system.

•Do not place the system in an inclined position.•Do not place the system in locations where it is:—Extremely hot or cold—Dusty or dirty—Very humid—Subject to vibrations—Subject to direct sunlight.On heat build up—Although the system heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction.

—Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build up in the system.

If you continuously use this system at a large volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the ventilation hole for the cooling fan.

On installingWhen you move the system, remove the CD.On operation

If the system 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 CD player. Should this occur, the system will not operate properly. Remove the CD and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

On the speaker system

This speaker system is magnetically shielded and can be used near TV sets. However, the picture on certain TV sets may become magnetically distorted. In such a case, turn off the power of the TV set once, and after 15 to 30 minutes turn it on again.

If there seems to be no improvement, locate the speaker system further away from the TV set. Also, be sure not to place objects in which magnets are attached or used near the TV set, such as audio racks, TV stands and toys. These may cause magnetic distortion to the picture due to their interaction with the system.

Notes on CDs

•Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.

•Do not use a CD with tape, seals, or paste on it as this may damage the player.

•Do not use solvents.•Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources.

•Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this system. Attempting to do so may damage the system. Do not use such discs.

Cleaning the cabinetUse a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution.To avoid damaging the sub woofer•Be careful in setting the volume control to avoid an excessive input power.•Do not attempt to open the enclosuer or remold speaker units and networks.

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