If the hard disk drive should malfunction, you cannot recover lost data. The hard disk drive is only a temporary storage space.
About repairing the hard disk drive
•The contents of the hard disk drive may be checked in case of repair or inspection during a malfunction or modification. However, the contents will not be backed up or saved by Sony.
•If the hard disk needs to be formatted or replaced, it will be done at the discretion of Sony. All contents of the hard disk drive will be erased, including contents that violate copyright laws.
On power sources
•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.
•If you are not going to use the system for a long time, be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
•Before disconnecting the AC power cord (mains lead), check that the recorder’s hard disk is not operating (recording or dubbing) on the front panel display.
•Do not put any object into the holes on the set (fan ventilation holes, jacks, etc.). Electric shock may result.
On placement
•Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat
•At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do not place the system in a confined space where ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
•Do not block the ventilation holes for the cooling fan by putting anything on the system. The system is equipped with a high power amplifier. If the ventilation
holes are blocked, the system can overheat and malfunction.
•Do not place the system on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes.
•Do not install the system in a confined space, such as a bookcase or
•Do not place the system in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
•Do not place the system in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
•Keep the system and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
•Do not put any objects on the recorder as they may fall, damage the surface, or cause malfunction.
•Do not put objects in front of the speakers as they may fall over when loud sound is output.
•If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the DVD Recorder Home Theatre System and cause damage to the lenses. When you first install the system, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about 30 minutes before operating the system.
•Do not place anything around the rear of the subwoofer as air pressure from the subwoofer’s duct may knock down.
•Do no insert anything into the rear openings of the subwoofer. This may cause electric shock or injury.
•Do not insert anything into the subwoofer’s duct, as sound quality may be affected.
On recording
•Note that the contents of the recording cannot be compensated for under any and all conditions, including conditions that may arise due to a malfunction of this unit.
•Make trial recordings before making the actual recording.
Copyrights
•Television programmes, films, video tapes, discs, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmitter and/or programme owner.
•This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
•This system incorporates with Dolby*1 Digital and Dolby Pro
Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround decoder and the DTS*2 Digital Surround System.
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the
*2 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Copy guard function
Since the recorder has a copy guard function, programmes received through an external tuner (not supplied) may contain copy protection signals (copy guard function) and as such may not be recordable, depending on the type of signal.
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