ImportantInformation

Should you experience a problem with this recorder, please refer to the trouble shooting section on page 88.

If you are unable to rectify the problem, contact the Sony Customer Information Centre on

08705 111 999

(Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 6:00pm)

Please ensure you have the following information available before calling the helpline:

Date of purchase:

Serial number:

Model number:

Post code:

Detailed fault description:

Signal strength and signal quality:

Notes:

•You can check the signal strength and signal quality using the menu system of this recorder.

Page 75 explains how to display the main menu on screen, and page 78 explains how to obtain the signal strength display.

The serial number and the model number are located on the rear of the recorder.

•This recorder is only designed for use in the United Kingdom. Compliance with digital terrestrial TV broadcast standards in other countries is not guaranteed.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the laser protective housing inisde the enclosure.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD recorder is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with or mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Precautions

•This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s

operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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