Sony MDX-C800REC Operating Instructions Manual page 3

Notes on MDs
Since the disc itself is housed in a cartridge,
free from accidental contact with your fingers
and dust, MDs can withstand a certain degree
of rough handling. However, dirt or dust on
the surface of the cartridge or a warped
cartridge may cause a malfunction. Observe
the following for best results.
Never touch the surface of the disc itself by
deliberately opening the shutter on the
cartridge.
When you eject the MD, the shutter may be
open. In such a case, close the shutter
immediately.
Do not expose the MD to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot-air ducts. Do not leave
it in a car parked in direct sunlight where there
can be a considerable rise in temperature.
Make sure the MD is not left on the dashboard
or rear tray of a car, etc. where the temperature
can also be excessive.
Notes on attaching labels
Be sure to attach labels on cartridges correctly,
as failing to do so may cause the MD to
become stuck in the unit.
• Attach the label in a suitable position.
• Remove old labels before putting new ones
on.
• Replace labels that are beginning to peel
away from the MD.
Cleaning
Wipe the surface of the cartridge from time to
time with a soft, dry cloth.
Protecting a recorded MD
To record-protect an MD, slide open the tab at
the side of the MD.
With the tab in this position, the MD cannot be
recorded on. To record on the MD, slide the
tab closed.
Slide open the tab.
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