Esoteric RZ-1 User Manual
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Discs that can be played on this unit
CDs that bear the “COMPACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo.
(12 cm/8 cm)
(12 cm/8 cm)
Super Audio CDs that bear the “Super Audio CD” logo.
< The multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD cannot be
played with this unit.
CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been correctly
recorded in the audio CD format (CD-DA) and finalized.
recorded in the audio CD format (CD-DA) and finalized.
This unit can play these types of discs without an adapter. It cannot
play any other type of disc.
play any other type of disc.
Playback of any other type of disc could cause loud noise and
damage to speakers as well as harm hearing. Never play back any
other type of disc.
other type of disc.
< The logo should be on the disc label or the CD jacket.
< DVDs, Video CDs, DVD-ROMs, CD-ROMs and similar types of discs
cannot be played on this unit.
< Copy-protected discs and other discs that do not conform to the
CD standard might not play correctly in this player. If you use such
discs in this unit, ESOTERIC company and its subsidiaries will not
be responsible for any consequences or guarantee the quality of
reproduction. If you experience problems with such non-standard
discs, you should contact their issuers.
discs in this unit, ESOTERIC company and its subsidiaries will not
be responsible for any consequences or guarantee the quality of
reproduction. If you experience problems with such non-standard
discs, you should contact their issuers.
< Discs created by a CD recorder must be finalized before use with
this unit. If you are uncertain about the handling of a CD-R or
CD-RW disc, please contact the seller of the disc directly.
CD-RW disc, please contact the seller of the disc directly.
Depending on disc quality and recording conditions, playback of
some discs might not be possible. Please see the manual for the
device that you used to create the disc.
some discs might not be possible. Please see the manual for the
device that you used to create the disc.
CAUTION
< Do not play any disc that is warped, deformed or damaged.
Playing such discs could cause irreparable harm to the playing
mechanisms.
mechanisms.
< Printable CD-R and CD-RW discs are not recommended because
their label sides could be sticky and damage the unit.
< Do not stick papers or protective sheets on the discs and do not
use any protective coating sprays.
< Never use a stabilizer. Using commercially available CD stabilizers
with this unit will damage the mechanisms and cause them to
malfunction.
malfunction.
< Do not use irregularly-shaped discs (octagonal, heart-shaped,
business card size, etc.). CDs with these shapes could damage the
unit.
unit.
Handling precautions
< Always insert the disc into the disc slot with the label side up. Only
one side of a Compact Disc can be played or used for recording.
< To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of
the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.
How to remove the disc
How to hold the disc
Storage precautions
< Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid dust and
scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.”
< Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or high-temperature
and humidity for extended periods. Long exposure to high
temperatures will warp discs.
temperatures will warp discs.
< CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the effects of heat
and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important that they
are not stored in locations where they will be exposed to direct
sunlight. They should also be kept away from sources of heat, such
as radiators and heat-generating electrical devices.
are not stored in locations where they will be exposed to direct
sunlight. They should also be kept away from sources of heat, such
as radiators and heat-generating electrical devices.
Maintenance
< If a disc becomes dirty, wipe its surface radially from the center
hole outward towards the outer edge with a soft, dry cloth.
< Never clean discs using chemicals such as record sprays, antistatic
sprays and fluids, benzene and thinner. Such chemicals will do
irreparable damage to the disc’s plastic surface.
irreparable damage to the disc’s plastic surface.
If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a disc, read the
precautions supplied with the disc or contact the disc manufacturer.
precautions supplied with the disc or contact the disc manufacturer.
Discs