Sony PCG-V505 series User Manual
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Precautions
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On handling floppy disks
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Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.
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Keep floppy disks away from magnets.
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Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat.
On handling discs
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Do not touch the surface of the disc.
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Do not drop or bend the disc.
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Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Always hold the disc by its edges
and central hole, as shown:
and central hole, as shown:
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Proper care of the disc is essential to its continious reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinning agents, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the
disc.
thinning agents, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the
disc.
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For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the centre
out.
out.
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If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface
of the disc from the centre out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.
of the disc from the centre out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.
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Never put stickers on discs. This will affect the use of the disc irreparably.