Pioneer DRM-1004 Operating Instructions - Page 5

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Installation Select an installation site with a flat, solid surface, Do not install the system where it will suffer any of the following: O Exposure to direct sunlight or 'a heater C) High humidity or dust ® Proximity to bathroom or kitchen ® Exposure to spotlight © Proximity to any large electric apparatus such as a refrigerator, air conditioner, dimmer, etc. C) Uneven or unsteady installation surface. (If the surface is not flat, first put down a hard plate or similar support so that the system is installed level.) C) Difficulty of service and maintenance. If you install the system close to a wall, be sure to leave a space between the wall and the system so that the rear of the system is accessible. Avoid placing objects directly on the changer. Handling precautions • Set the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel according to your local voltage. If the switch is not set properly, the specified performance may not be obtained or the equipment itself may be damaged. • Be careful not to stain, scratch or leave fingerprint, etc., on the signal surface, or recording surface of the discs. The specified playback performance or recording performance may not be obtained with such discs. • Do not insert more than one disc in a mail slot, otherwise malfunction will result. • Every time after exchanging discs by unloading and loading the magazine, be sure to issue SCSI command "INITIALIZE ELEMENT STATUS." However, this command does not have to be issued provided that the storage element initialization condition has been set to AUTO (with the 8-pin Function switch inside the front door). • The Changer does not manage the disc contents. The data should be managed by involving the host. • The recording disc used with the writer should be the disc recommended by PIONEER. The specified recording performance or playback performance may not be obtained if a nonrecommended disc is used. • Please note that the data recorded on discs is not covered by our warranty. • Be sure not to lose the key of the key switch. Without the key, it will not be possible to remove, install and exchange discs (in both the mail slots and magazines). • For safety • Do not install the unit on the desk, etc., as the unit sometimes falls down. • Do not stack the units or do not place a hevy object on the unit. • The Changer can accommodate only the discs with a diameter of 12 cm(5 in). As the Changer detects the presence of disc with optical detection of the position at about 5 mm(3/16 in) inside the external periphery of the 12 cm(5 in) disc, the use of a disc which is transparent at the corresponding position or a 8 cm(3 in) disc may lead to disc detection error and to the disc damage in the worst case. Also, the use of a 8 cm disc adapter is strictly prohibited. • For safety, this unit has been designed so that the door cannot be opened while the built-in reader or writer is operating. • Since the disc rotates at a high speed in the built-in reader, vibrations or noise may be generated as a result. Note that this is not a malfunction and that it will not exert adverse effects on the performance of the unit. Condensation If the temperature difference between the changer and environment is too large, water will condense in the changer and the system may not provide proper performance. For example, if you bring the changer into a warm room from outside in cold weather, or if you increase room temperature abruptly, condensation may result. If condensation occurs, leave the changer for one hour in the room, or increase room temperature gradually before using it. Usable Discs Discs that can be used vary according to the drive that is used. Check the drive operating instructions. Handling the discs • Avoid touching the signal surface when you use a disc. • To hold it, place your fingers on the edge of the disc or the edge of the center hole and the disc edge. • Do not attach paper or stickers to the label side of the disc. Handle discs carefully and avoid damaging the label. • Discs rotate at high speed in the changer. Do not use defective discs (e.g., cracked or considerably warped). Such discs may damage the changer. • Do not use a disc with an electrostatic charge. Remove any electrostatic charge from the disc with the supplied electrostatic charge removal sheet before inserting the disc in the changer. • Do not use 8-cm (3-in.) discs and adapters for 8-cm (3-in.) discs. • Do not use special shaped discs like as hexagon or heart shape. • Do not use discs which have transparent part at outside of them, for example, CD-Audio Maxi-single disc. 4 c: 8-cm (3-in.) Adapter Transparent Disc care • Fingerprints or dust on the disc will not directly in flounce the signals recorded on it. However, sound quality may decline, since such contamination diminishes the intensity of the light reflected from the signal side. Therefore, discs should be kept clean. When you clean a disc, use a soft cloth and carefully wipe towards outer edge of the disc. • If the disc is heavily soiled, wipe off the dirt using a soft cloth soaked with water, then wipe the water off using a dry cloth. • Do not use spray-type record cleaner or antistatic agent. Do not use benzine, thinner or similar volatile chemicals as they may dissolve the disc surface. Disc storage • CDs are made of plastic, like conventional audio records. Take proper care to prevent discs from warping. Always put them in their case and store them vertically away from humidity or extremes of temperature. Do not leave your discs on a car seat for a long time. • Be sure to read the instructions supplied with discs. • CD lens cleaner The player's pickup lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to soiling, consult your nearest PIONEER authorized service center. Lens cleaners for CD players are commercially available, but special care should be exercised in their use since some may cause damage to the lens. Cleaning the changer To clean the panel and the cover, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt. If the cabinet is heavily soiled, wipe off the dirt using a soft cloth soaked with neutral detergent diluted 5 to 6 times. Then wipe the water off with a dry cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, insecticide or similar volatile chemicals, as they may dissolve or discolor the cabinet surface. If you use a chemical polishing cloth, carefully read the instructions supplied with it. 5 En