Philips HDRW720 User manual - Page 16

Introduction C This electronic equipment contains several materials that can be recycled. If you are disposing of an old device, please take it to a recycling centre. • Philips will not assume any liability for damage or loss of stored data. BDo not switch on the device immediately after transport from a cold to a warm room or vice versa, or under conditions of extreme humidity. Wait at least three hours after transporting the device. The DVD recorder needs this time to acclimate to its new environment (temperature, relative humidity, etc.). BWhen installing the recorder in a cupboard, ensure there is a gap of approximately 5 cm (2 inch) around the recorder to enable air to circulate freely and prevent overheating. BMake sure that no objects or liquids enter into the DVD recorder. Do not place vases or the like on the DVD recorder. If you spill liquid into the recorder, immediately disconnect it from the power supply and call after-sales service for advice. BKeep the DVD recorder away from radiators and other heat sources and protect it from direct sunlight. Symbols used in these operating instructions The following symbols will facilitate the use of these operating instructions. 1 Step(s) for carrying out an operation. O Another possible operating step that is not absolutely necessary. P Reaction of the device • When only one operation step is necessary You will find additional information in this section. BDo not place any combustible objects on the device (candles, etc.). Important instructions for the HDD The built-in HDD of this DVD recorder is sensitive to shocks, temperature fluctuations, and vibrations. Please observe the following precautions: • Avoid shocks or vibrations • Do not cover the ventilation openings of the cooling fan • Do not operate the device under high temperatures, and do not expose it to temperature fluctuations • Do not pull the mains plug from the wall outlet before the device is switched off using STANDBY m . • Before bringing the device to a workshop for repair, store all important data of the HDD on a DVD+RW/+R. See 'The archive function'. The workshop will not assume any liability for the loss of the stored data. Cleaning the discs Some malfunctions (frozen or distorted picture and broken sound for example) may be due to dirt on the disc. To avoid such problems, you should clean your discs regularly. • Dirty discs should be cleaned with a soft cloth. Always wipe from the middle to the edge. • Do not use any solvents such as benzine, thinners, commercially available cleaning agents, or antistatic sprays designed for vinyl records. Can I use a CD lens cleaner in the DVD recorder? Since the optical unit (laser) of the DVD recorder operates at a higher power level than the ones in normal DVD and CD players, such CD lens cleaner discs may actually damage the optical unit (laser). Therefore, refrain from using a CD lens cleaner disc! 9