Panasonic DMR-ES40VS DMRES40 User Guide - Page 8

MAINTENANCE, Disc handling, Inserting discs

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Getting started ∫ Disc handling ∫ How to hold a disc Do not touch the recorded surface. ∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs Be careful about scratches and dirt. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. ∫ Handling precautions ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc warping and unbalanced rotation, rendering it unusable.) ≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements. ≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent. ≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not drop, stack, or cause impact to discs. Do not place objects on them. ≥Do not use the following discs: - Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rental discs etc.). - Discs that are badly warped or cracked. - Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes. ≥Do not place in the following areas: - In direct sunlight. - In very dusty or humid areas. - Near a heater. - Locations susceptible to significant differences in temperature changes (condensation can occur). - Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur. ≥To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases or cartridges when you are not using them. ∫ Inserting discs [1] Press [

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Getting started
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∫
How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
∫
Concerning non-cartridge discs
Be careful about scratches and dirt.
∫
If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫
Handling precautions
≥
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc
warping and unbalanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)
≥
Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt
pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements.
≥
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥
Do not drop, stack, or cause impact to discs. Do not place objects
on them.
≥
Do not use the following discs:
-
Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels
(rental discs etc.).
-
Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
-
Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
≥
Do not place in the following areas:
-
In direct sunlight.
-
In very dusty or humid areas.
-
Near a heater.
-
Locations susceptible to significant differences in temperature
changes (condensation can occur).
-
Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.
≥
To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases
or cartridges when you are not using them.
[1]
Press [
<
, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to
open the tray.
≥
You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc.
[2]
Press [
<
, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to
close the tray.
Note
≥
A double-sided disc should be loaded with the side you want to
record/play facing down.
≥
It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double-
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it
over.
≥
When using 8 cm (3
q
) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3
q
) DVD-R, remove the
disc from the cartridge.
The precision parts in the unit are readily affected by the
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.
Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.
To clean the unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥
Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the unit.
≥
Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the
instructions that came with the cloth.
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and
viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, possibly
making it impossible to record or play discs.
Use the
DVD lens cleaner
about once every year, depending on
frequency of use and the operating environment.
Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.
∫
When the unit is not to be used for a long time
To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. The unit consumes a small amount of power even when it is turned off.
Standby power consumption
∫
Quick Start
(
l
41)
1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM
°
°
When the unit is turned off, press [
Í
, DVD/VHS POWER] and then [
¥
, REC] (Quick Start Mode). Recording on DVD-RAM starts about 1
second after pressing these buttons.
∫
Disc handling
∫
Inserting discs
Maintenance
DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP
(1)
追っかけ再生
停止
ダビング
DVD
(2)
(3)
Non-cartridge disc
Cartridge disc
(1) Insert label-up.
(2) Insert fully so it clicks into place.
(3) Insert label-up with the arrow facing in.
Front Display
(
l
43)
Automatic
Bright
Quick Start
(
l
41)
On
Approx. 9 W
Approx. 11 W
Off
Approx. 2.1 W
Approx. 2.1 W