Before operating the unit
The hard disk drive is easily damaged by shock and vibration, so be sure to observe the following precautions. See page 66 for details.
Do not subject the unit to strong shocks.
Do not move the unit while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
Do not use the unit in a location subject to vibrations or in an unstable location.
Do not move the unit or disconnect the power cord while the unit is recording or playing.
Do not attempt to replace or upgrade the hard disk drive by yourself, as this may result in a malfunction.
Any data that is lost due to a malfunction in the hard disk drive cannot be recovered.
Data recorded to the hard disk drive may be damaged during ordinary operations.
Sony cannot provide compensation for any destruction of data caused by a damaged hard disk drive.
On recording
Make a trial recording before making the actual recording, especially when recording important material.
Sony cannot provide compensation for any failure in recording caused by a malfunction in this unit.
Malfunctions that occur during the normal use of the unit will be repaired by Sony in accordance with the conditions defined in the limited warranty for this unit. However, Sony will not be liable for any consequences arising from a failure to record or play caused by a damaged or malfunctioning unit.
This manual explains how to operate the unit mainly using the remote control. Buttons and controls on the main unit with the same or similar name as that on the remote control can be used to perform the same operations.
Illustrations used in this manual are based on the model other than the UK model.
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