Precautions

This unit is equipped with copy prevention technology, and will not permit the unauthorized copying of contents recorded by their copyright holders with copy-prevention signals.

This unit does not support recording of DVD-RW discs in VR mode. As a result, it also does not support CPRM (“copy once”) discs.

This unit features a GNU/Linux system based on a GNU general public licence.

The contents of this contract can be found on page 101.

About the use of Dolby Digital Logo

Audio bitstreams created with this system are not intended for distribution on DVDs bearing the Dolby Digital logo. For more information on the use of Dolby trademarks and logos, please contact Dolby Laboratories:

http://www.dolby.com

7Precautions when starting

÷When powering on the unit (from the time the power is turned on until the STOP button lights; see page 15), do not operate the keyboard until the monitor displays the PRV-LX logo. If the startup procedure is interrupted due to inadvertent keyboard input, press the keyboard’s [ESC] key.

÷Also, When restarting after a shutdown, the wait several seconds after the power indicator (see page 14) turns orange before powering on again.

Precautions Regarding Built-In Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

The built-in hard disk drive (HDD) incorporates high-precision technology, and recorded contents may be damaged or lost under certain conditions of use. Take precautions regarding the following:

7Important Recordings

If the built-in hard disk drive malfunctions, contents previously recorded on the drive may be lost. Important recordings should not be left permanently on the HDD, but preserved as DVD- Video discs by means of DVD-R/RW recording. Pioneer disclaims any responsible for loss of recorded data or other collateral damage arising from any malfunction, including failure of the HDD at the end of its operating lifetime.

Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for the integrity of contents recorded on hard disk drives or DVD discs, and for any damages resulting from the loss of such contents.

7Precautions Regarding Installation and Use

∞Do not subject the unit to vibration and impacts. Subjecting the unit to such vibrations or impacts during operation is particularly to be avoided, since malfunctions may result.

∞Do not install unit in unstable locations, or locations exposed to vibration.

∞Always install in level horizontal position.

∞Do not block the rear cooling fan and front lower air intakes. Malfunctions may result from attempting to use the unit with the fan or vents blocked.

∞Two dust filters are installed in the air intakes on the unit’s front lower panel (see page 14). With time, the air filters will gradually become soiled with dust. If the unit is subjected to continued use with dirty filters, the unit pay not perform to its full, and malfunctions may occur. As a result, please replace the filters at regular intervals (see the appended “Air Filter Replacement Instructions and Precautions”).

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∞Do not use the unit in environments exposed to high temperature or humidity. Also, avoid using the unit in locations exposed to sudden changes of temperature, since condensation may occur on internal parts, leading to possible damage to the hard disk drive (HDD) and other malfunctions. Consult the section “About Condensation” on page 5.

∞When power is turned ON, do not turn off the rear panel’s power switch, disconnect the power plug, or trip the power breaker to the power outlet.

∞Do not move the unit when the power is turned ON, or immediately after turning the power OFF. When moving the unit is required, follow these guidelines:

1.Turn power OFF.

Press the STANDBY/ON switch so that the power indicator appears orange, then wait at least two minutes.

2.Turn off the main power switch on the rear panel.

3.Disconnect the power cord from its outlet.

4.Move the unit.

In the event of a malfunction, removal of the entire unit may be necessary for repair (depending on the kind of malfunction). In such cases, consult your service dealer to have the unit removed by professional installation personnel. Failure to have the unit removed by professional installation personnel may result in refusal of repair service.

7Usable Lifetime of the Hard Disk Drive

∞The hard disk drive (HDD) is a high precision device, and when subjected to severe environmental or usage conditions, may reach the end of its operating lifetime in only a few years.

∞Frequent symptoms occurring when the HDD approaches the end of its lifetime including “part or all of the playback image will repeatedly enter pause mode,” or “block noise (mosaic distortion) and other image distortion will occur”. The HDD may also reach the end of its lifetime even without these symptoms occurring.

∞When the HDD reaches the end of its operating lifetime, any data recorded on it may become unrecoverable. When the HDD malfunctions at the end of its operating lifetime, it must be replaced. Inquire your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division listed at the end of this manual.

(In the event of HDD failure, any data recorded on the HDD cannot be recovered.)

Data Protection in Event of Power Failure

While operating this unit, if a power failure occurs, the main power switch is turned OFF, the power cord is disconnected, or other interruption in AC power occurs, the data recorded on the HDD and DVD may be lost.

To prevent such untoward occurrences, we recommend that this unit be connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

UPS devices supported by this unit include the following:

AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORP. (APC)

Smart-UPS 500

Smart-UPS 700VA (SU700NET)

*The Smart-UPS 500 is a model marketed only in Japan.

*APC and Smart-UPS are trademarks or registered trademarks of the American Power Conversion Corporation.

*The UPS devices supported may be subject to change; for latest information on supported devices, consult your Pioneer dealer or Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Customer Support Division listed at the end of this manual.

See page 30 for connections used when employing a UPS.

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