Welcome
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact Disc Unit. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for 2 models:
Conventions
•Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the unit. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the unit.
•The following icons are used in this manual:
ZIndicates that you can do the task using the remote.
Precautions
On safety
•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
•The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
On power sources
•Before operating the unit, check that the operating voltage of the deck is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the unit.
•The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
•If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, be sure to disconnect the unit from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
•AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.
On condensation in the unit
If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit may not operate properly. In this case, remove the CD,
On handling discs
•To keep the disc clean, handle it by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
•Do not stick adhesive papers or tapes onto the disc.
•Only regular circular discs can be used in this unit. Irregularly shaped discs, such as star or heart- shaped discs may damage the unit.
•If there is glue or a similar substance on the disc, remove it completely before using the disc.
On storage
•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a considerable rise in temperature inside the car.
•Store discs in their cases. Do not store discs either stacked horizontally or standing vertically without their cases.
On cleaning
•Fingerprints or dust on the disc may cause poor sound reproduction or sound dropout.
•Before playing a disc, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
•If the disc is still dirty after being wiped with a cleaning cloth, wipe it again with a slightly moistened cloth. Then wipe off the residual moisture with a dry cloth.
•Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for vinyl LPs.
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