XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)5Preparation sectionBasic sectionApplication sectionKnowledge sections2. Endless tapesDo not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism ofthe unit.To re-recordSafety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)After an important recording has been finished, break the safety tab,to prevent the recorded contents from being erased or recorded onaccidentally.When there is slack in the tapeIn such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the reel hubto remove the slack.To store cassette tapesDo not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sunlight, ornear equipment that generates heat. Keep the cassette tapes awayfrom any magnetic field.NSFor A sideFor B sideNotes on cassette tapeApply tape only to the position wherethe tab has been removed.1. Longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tapeSince longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape is verythin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or be easily cut.It is recommended that these tapes not be used with thisunit to prevent possible damage.NotesNotesHandling of discs and tapesBefore applying powerLabel sidePlaying sideCleaningIf fingerprints or foreign matter become at-tached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with asoft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center ofthe disc outwards in a radial manner.HandlingHold compact discs so that you do nottouch the playing surface.StorageWhen a disc is not to be played for a long pe-riod of time, remove it from the CD player andstore it in its case.Discs which can be played with this unitCD (12 cm, 8 cm), CDV (only the audio part)÷ With CD-G (CD Graphics) discs, this unit can play only the audio.Caution on disc usedDisc handling precautionsDo not attach paper or tape to either theplaying side or the label side of compactdiscs.Never play cracked or warped disc.During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.Therefore, to avoid malfunction, never use a cracked or deformed discor a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.CD accessoriesThe CD accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protection ring, etc.)which are marketed for improving the sound quality or protecting discsas well as the disc cleaner should not be used with this system becausethey may cause malfunction.