Sony CDP-CA8ES - Manual (Page 18)

Additional Information
Precautions Notes on CDs
On safety
• As the laser beam used in this unit is harmful to the eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel only.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the player and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
• Before operating the player, check that the operating
voltage of the piavt-^r i^ identical with your local power
supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate
at the rear of the player.
• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, ev^en if
the player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the plaver for a long time, bo
sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To
disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug
itself; never pull the cord.
• Should the AC power cord (mains lead) need to be
changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that
might block the ventilation holes on the bottom,
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in
a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or
mechanical shock.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture mav
condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur,
the player may not operate properlv. In this case, remove
the disc and leave the player turned on for about an hour
until the moisture evaporates.
On handling CDs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not
touch the surface.
• Do not slick paper or tape on the disc.
Not this way
• 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 considerable rise in temperature
inside the car.
• Do not use any commercially available stabilizer and/or
disc protector. If you do, the disc and the player mav be
damaged.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe
the disc from the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commerciallv
available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl
LRs.
On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with
verv low level inputs or no audio signals. If vou do, the
speakers mav be damaged when a peak le\'ei portion is
plaved.
On cleaning
• C.'lean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightlv moistened with a mild detergent solutum. Do not
use any tvpe of abrasive pad, scouring pt)wder (■>r solvent
such a^ alcohol or benzine.
If vou have anv questions or problems concerning vour
player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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