On safety
•The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
•Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time. When unplugging the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
•Should any solid object or liquid get into the system, unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it again.
•AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.
On placement
•Do not place the system in an inclined position or in locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
•Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treated (for example, with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
•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 unit, and cause the system to malfunction. In this situation, remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
On heat buildup
•Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal and is not a cause for alarm.
•Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may have become hot.
•Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away from the TV.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over
Break off the tape’s overwrite protection tab from side A or B as illustrated.
Break off the tape tab
To later reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
About a tape longer than 90 minutes
The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback.
Cleaning the tape heads
Use a dry- or
Demagnetizing the tape heads
Use a demagnetizing tape (available separately) after every 20 to 30 hours of use. Failure to demagnetize the tape heads can cause an increase in noise, a loss of high frequency sound, and an inability to completely erase tapes. For details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing tape.
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