3-5 Handling Discs

3-5-1 Discs Used for Recording and Playback

This unit uses the following disc for recording and playback:

PFD23 Professional Disc (capacity 23.3 GB)

Note

It is not possible to use the following discs for recording or playback:

•Blu-ray Disc

•Professional Disc for Data

3-5-2 Notes on Handling

Handling

The Professional Disc is housed in a cartridge, and is designed to allow handling free of risk from dust or fingerprints. However, if the cartridge is subjected to a severe shock, for example by dropping it, this can result in damage or scratching of the disc. If the disc is scratched, it may be impossible to record video/audio, or to play back the content recorded on the disc. The discs should be handled and stored carefully.

•Do not touch the surface of the disc itself within the cartridge.

•Deliberately opening the shutter may cause damage.

•Do not disassemble the cartridge.

•The supplied adhesive labels are recommended for indexing discs. Apply the label in the correct position.

Storage

•Do not store discs where they may be subjected to direct sunlight, or in other places where the temperature or humidity is high.

•Do not leave cartridges where dust may be able to gain ingress.

•Store cartridges in their cases.

Care of the discs

• Remove dust and dirt on the outside of a cartridge using a soft dry cloth.

• If condensation forms, allow ample time to dry before use.

 

 

 

Chapter

3-5-3 Write-Protecting

3

Discs

 

 

 

Preparations

protect tab on the lower surface of the disc

 

To protect the content recorded on the disc

 

 

from accidental erasure, move the write-

 

 

in the direction of the arrow, as shown in the

 

 

following figure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lower surface

 

 

 

of the disc

Write-protect tab

 

 

Slide in the direction

Write-protect of the arrow tab settings

SAVESAVE

Recording Recording

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