Sony MDS-JB980 User Manual

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On safety
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, 
unplug the deck and have it checked by qualified 
personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
Before operating the deck, check that the 
operating voltage of the deck is identical with 
your local power supply. The operating voltage 
is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the 
deck.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power 
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the 
mains, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
If you are not going to use the deck for a long 
time, be sure to disconnect the deck from the 
mains. To disconnect the mains lead, grasp the 
plug itself; never pull the cord.
Mains lead must be changed only at the 
qualified service shop.
On condensation in the deck
If the deck is brought directly from a cold to a 
warm location, or is placed in a very damp 
room, moisture may condense on the lenses 
inside the deck. Should this occur, the deck may 
not operate properly. In this case, remove the 
MD and leave the deck turned on for several 
hours until the moisture evaporates.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft 
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent 
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, 
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or 
benzine.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your deck, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
Do not touch the internal disc directly. Forcing 
the shutter open may damage the internal disc.
Be sure to stick the labels supplied with the MD 
to the appropriate positions. The shape of the 
labels may vary depending on the MD brand.
Where to keep the MDs
Do not place the cartridge where it may be 
exposed to direct sunlight or extremely high 
heat and humidity.
Regular maintenance
Wipe dust and debris from the surface of the 
cartridge with a dry cloth.
The recording system in your deck is radically 
different from those used in cassette and DAT 
decks and is characterized by the limitations 
described below. Note, however, that these 
limitations are due to the inherent nature of the 
MD recording system itself and not to 
mechanical causes.
“Disc Full!” appears in the display 
even before the MD has reached the 
maximum recording time
When 255 tracks have been recorded to the MD, 
“Disc Full!” appears regardless of the total 
recorded time. More than 255 tracks cannot be 
recorded to the MD. To continue recording, 
erase unnecessary tracks or use another 
recordable MD.
Additional Information
Precautions
Note on MDs
System limitations
Shutter
Proper location 
of the labels
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