Sony SVR-HDT1000 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

• When disconnecting the
mains lead, turn off the power
and make sure that the hard
disk drive is not operating (for
at least 30 seconds after the
power indicator has turned off
and all recording stopped).
If the hard disk drive should
malfunction, you cannot
recover lost data. The hard disk
drive is only a temporary
storage space.
About repairing the hard
disk drive
• The contents of the hard disk
drive may be checked in case
of repair or inspection during
a malfunction or
modification. However, the
contents will not be backed up
or saved by Sony.
• If the hard disk needs to be
formatted or replaced, it will
be done at the discretion of
Sony. All contents of the hard
disk drive will be erased,
including contents that violate
copyright laws.
On power sources
• The recorder is not
disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long
as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the recorder
itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the
recorder for a long time, be
sure to disconnect the
recorder from the wall outlet.
To disconnect the mains lead,
grasp the plug itself; never
pull the cord.
• Observe following points to
prevent the mains lead being
damaged. Do not use the
mains lead if it is damaged, as
doing so may result in an
electric shock or fire.
– Do not pinch the mains lead
between the recorder and
wall, shelf, etc.
– Do not put anything heavy
on the mains lead or pull on
the mains lead itself.
On AC adaptor
• Use the supplied AC adaptor
for this recorder, as other
adaptors may cause a
malfunction.
• Do not disassemble or
reverse-engineer.
• Do not confine the AC
adaptor in a closed place such
as a bookshelf or an AV
cabinet.
• Do not connect the AC
adaptor to a traveler's electric
transformer, which may
generate heat and cause a
malfunction.
• Do not drop or apply shock.
On placement
• Place the recorder in a location
with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the
recorder.
• Do not place the recorder on a
soft surface such as a rug that
might block the ventilation
holes.
• Do not place the recorder in a
confined space such as a
bookshelf or similar unit.
• Do not place the recorder in a
location near heat sources, or
in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, or
mechanical shock.
• Do not place the recorder in
an inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
• Keep the recorder away from
equipment with strong
magnets, such as microwave
ovens, or large loudspeakers.
• Do not place heavy objects on
the recorder.
On recording
Make trial recordings before
making the actual recording.
On compensation for lost
recordings
Sony is not liable and will not
compensate for any lost
recordings or relevant losses,
including when recordings are
not made due to reasons
including recorder failure, or
when the contents of a
recording are lost or damaged as
a result of recorder failure or
repair undertaken to the
recorder. Sony will not restore,
recover, or replicate the
recorded contents under any
circumstances.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This recorder is
capable of holding a still
video image or on-screen
display image on your
television screen
indefinitely. If you leave the
still video image or on-
screen display image
displayed on your TV for an
extended period of time you
risk permanent damage to
your television screen.
Plasma display panels and
projection televisions are
especially susceptible to this.
If you have any questions or
problems concerning your
recorder, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
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