Handling Discs; Discs Used For Recording And Playback; Notes On Handling; Write-Protecting Discs - Sony PDW-1500 Operation Manual

To prevent playback conditions from
deteriorating
Pay attention to the following points when handling discs.
• Do not open disc cartridges and touch discs directly with
your hands.
• Do not store for long periods in locations which are
dusty or exposed to air circulated by fans.
• Do not store for long periods under high temperatures or
in locations exposed to direct sunlight.
If playback conditions have deteriorated
If a yellow or red playback condition mark appears, check
the following points.
Whether the disc displays the same playback condition
on other XDCAM devices: If so, the surface of the
disc may be dirty or scratched, or the performance of
the recording layers on the disc may have worsened
due to age. Do not use discs with these symptoms.
Whether every disc inserted into an XDCAM device
displays the same playback conditions: If so, the
performance of the laser diodes may have deteriorated.
Check the total optical output time.

3-5 Handling Discs

3-5-1 Discs Used for Recording and
Playback
This disc recorder uses the following disc for recording
and playback: PFD23 Professional Disc
GB)
1) Professional Disc is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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.

3-5-3 Write-Protecting Discs

To protect the content recorded on the disc from accidental
erasure, move the write-protect tab on the lower surface of
1)
(capacity 23.3
45
3-5 Handling Discs