Notes about the Discs

On handling discs•To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.•Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.

•After playing, store the disc in its case.

On cleaning

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

•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

This system can only play back a standard circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a malfunction.

Do not use a disc that has a commercially available accessory attached, such as a label or ring.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

PowerThe power is not turned on.

•Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.

If “PROTECT” and “UNPLUG” appears alternately in the front panel display.

Immediately unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) and check the following items.

•Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?

•Are you using only the specified speakers?

•Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?

After checking the above items and fixing any problems, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) again and turn on the system. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

PictureThere is no picture.

•The video connecting cords are not connected securely.

•The video connecting cords are damaged.

•The system is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 21).

•The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the system.

•You have set progressive format but your TV cannot accept the signal in progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 22).

•Even if your TV is compatible with progressive format (525p/625p) signals, the image may be affected when you set progressive format. In this case, return the setting to interlace format (the default setting) (page 22).

Picture noise appears.

•The disc is dirty or flawed.

•If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy- protection signal applied to some DVD programs

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