Precautions - Sony DVO-1000MD Instructions For Use Manual

Precautions

Use and storage
On safety
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be
used for an extended period of time.
• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never
pull the cord itself.
On operation and storage location
Avoid operation or storage in any of the following
places.
• Location subject to extremes of temperature
(operating temperature range 5°C to 40°C (41°F to
104°F))
• Location subject to direct sunlight for long periods, or
close to heating appliances.
• Damp or dusty places
• Location subject to severe vibrations
• Location near equipment generating electromagnetic
emissions
• Location near transmitting stations generating strong
radio waves
• Location exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not put
objects filled with liquid, such as vases, on the unit.
Splashing the unit with liquid may cause a
malfunction.
Operate the unit in a horizontal position
This unit is designed to be operated in a horizontal
position. Do not operate it on its side, or tilted through
an excessive angel.
Avoid violent impacts
Dropping the unit, or otherwise imparting a violent
shock to it, is likely to cause it to malfunction.
Do not obstruct ventilation openings
To prevent the unit from overheating, do not obstruct
ventilating openings, by for example wrapping the unit
in a cloth while it is in operation.
Condensation
If you move the unit from a very cold place to a warm
place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may
form on the optical pickup. Then, if the unit is operated
in this state, the unit does not record or play correctly.
When the power is turned on, the following message
appears, wait until it disappears before loading a disc.
On the monitor window: MOISTURE HAS BEEN
DETECTED.
On the panel display: HUMID!
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Precautions
When the disc is being loaded in the unit
If you give a violent shock to the unit or move it with a
disc loaded because the unit is recording or playing
back, the disc may be damaged. Be sure to remove a disc
before moving the unit.
On repacking and shipping
Save the original shipping carton and packing material;
they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your
unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was
originally packed at the factory, and take care not to
impact violent shocks in transit.
Precautions for products with built-in
HDD
This unit has a built-in hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD
is a precision device. If subject to shock, vibration, static
electricity, high temperature or humidity, data loss can
occur. When installing and using the unit, closely
observe the following precautions.
Protect from shocks and vibrations
When subject to shocks or vibrations, the HDD can be
damaged and loss of data on the HDD can occur.
• When transporting the unit, use the specified packing
material. When transporting on a dolly or similar, use
a type which does not transmit excessive vibrations.
Excessive shocks and vibrations can damage the
HDD.
• Never move the unit while it is powered. Also before
removing or inserting the unit in a rack, make sure that
power is off.
• Protect all HDD-equipped devices in the rack from
shocks.
• Before removing or inserting the unit in a rack, make
sure that power to any other HDD-equipped devices in
the rack is also switched off.
• Do not remove panels or outer parts of the unit.
• When placing the unit on a floor or other surface,
make sure that the unit is equipped with the specified
rubber feet, and put the unit down carefully. If there
are no feet, mount the rubber feet first. Do not place
the unit near other devices that may become a source
of vibrations.
Wait for 30 seconds after turning power off
For a brief interval after the power is turned off, the
platters inside the HDD will still keep spinning and the
heads will be in an insecure position. During this
interval, the unit is more susceptible to shocks and
vibrations than during normal operation. For a period of
at least 30 seconds after turning power off, avoid
subjecting the unit even to very light shocks. After this
period, the hard disk will be fully stopped and the unit
can be manipulated.