Precautions
Usage and storage locations
Do not use or store this drive in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, strong vibrations, or direct sunlight.
Operation
•To avoid malfunction, do not move the drive during operation.
•Operate the drive on a level surface.
•Do not place any objects on top of the drive.
•Protect the drive from sudden temperature changes. Do not use the drive immediately after moving it from a cold to a warm location or after the ambient temperature has risen drastically. Otherwise, condensation inside the drive can occur. If the temperature changes drastically during operation, stop using the drive while keeping power to the drive turned on, and let it stand for about an hour. Then turn the power off.
Transportation
•When you transport the drive, use the original box and packing materials.
•Before moving the drive, make sure you remove the disc from the drive.
Bus Reset
The computer constantly monitors the i.LINK connection status. When an i.LINK compatible component is connected to or disconnected from the computer or when power to an i.LINK compatible component is turned on or off, the computer performs a bus reset to accommodate the new condition. If a bus reset occurs while data are being transferred to this drive, the data may be corrupted or lost. Be sure to avoid this condition.
Lens
Do not touch the lens in this drive. Furthermore, to avoid dust sticking to the lens, do not open the tray other than to remove or insert a disc.
Notes on discs
Note the following in order to protect data stored on discs.
•Do not stick any labels on the disc nor scratch or otherwise damage the disc.
•When using a disc with improperly attached label, the label edges may peel or the label may come off entirely inside the disc drive, leading to malfunction and damage of the drive. Before inserting a disc, make sure that the label is properly attached. In no event will Sony Corporation be liable for any damage or media loss caused by