Precautions; Notes On Discs - Toshiba SD-130ESE Service Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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Precautions

Notes on handling
When shipping the DVD video player, the original Moisture condensation damages the DVD video
shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. player. Please read the following carefully.
For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was
Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you
originally packed at the factory.
pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near
water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way,
the DVD video player. Do not leave rubber or plastic
moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens
products in contact with the DVD video player for a
inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of
long time. They will leave marks on the finish.
the DVD video player.
The top and rear panels of the DVD video player may
become warm after a long period of use. This is not a
malfunction.
When the DVD video player is not in use, be sure to
remove the disc and turn off the power.
If you do not use the DVD video player for a long
period, the unit may not function properly in the
future. Turn on and use the DVD video player
Moisture condensation occurs during the following
occasionally.
cases:
Notes on locating
Place the DVD video player on a level surface. Do not
use it on a shaky or unstable surface such as a
wobbling table or inclined stand. The loaded disc may
come off the proper position and cause damage to
the DVD video player.
When you place this DVD video player near a TV,
radio, or VTR, the playback picture may become poor
and the sound may be distorted. In this case, place
the DVD video player away from the TV, radio, or
VTR.
Notes on cleaning
Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
For stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in a weak detergent
solution, wring well and wipe. Use a dry cloth to wipe
Do not use the DVD video player when moisture
it dry.
condensation may occur.
Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner and
benzine, as they may damage the surface of the DVD
If you use the DVD video player in such a situation, it
video player.
may damage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc,
If you use a chemical saturated cloth to clean the unit,
connect the power cord of the DVD video player to the
follow that product's instructions.
wall outlet, turn on the DVD video player, and leave it for
two or three hours. After two or three hours, the DVD
video player will have warmed up and evaporated any
To obtain a clear picture
moisture. Keep the DVD video player connected to the
wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom occur.
The DVD video player is a high technology, precision
device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts
are dirty or worn down, the picture quality becomes
poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular
inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts
replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on
the operating environment. For details, contact your
nearest dealer.
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Notes on moisture condensation
Optical pick-up
lens
When you bring the DVD video player directly from a
cold place to a warm place.
When you use the DVD video player in a room where
you just turned on the heater, or a place where the
cold wind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.
In summer, when you use the DVD video player in a
hot and humid place just after you move the unit from
an air conditioned room.
When you use the DVD video player in a humid
place.
Wall outlet
14. When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If
you use the headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may
cause hearing damage.
15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Never insert objects of any kind into this apparatus through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the apparatus.
17. Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting
to do so may cause serious personal injury.
18. Do not place a heavy object on or step on the apparatus. The object
may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the
apparatus.
19. Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are
easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and apparatus
malfunction.

Notes on discs

On handling discs Structure of disc contents
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and
the titles are sub-divided into chapters. VIDEO CDs and
AUDIO CDs are divided into tracks.
DVD video disc
Playback side
Do not attach paper or tape to discs.
VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD
On cleaning discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and
sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the centre Each title, chapter or track is assigned a number, which
outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc is called "title number", "chapter number" or "track
clean. number" respectively.
There may be discs that do not have these numbers.
Notes on copyright
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show,
broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted
If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe material without permission.
the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and
finish with a dry cloth. DVD video discs are copy protected, and any
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, recordings made from these discs will be distorted.
benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc. This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights
On storing discs
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology
Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
or near heat sources. intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing prohibited.
objects on discs outside of their case may cause
warping.
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DVD video disc
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
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