Preparation sectionXD-SERIES (EN/M,T)21Handling of discs and tapesSafety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)After an important recording has been finished, break thesafety tab, to prevent the recorded contents from beingerased or recorded on accidentally.For B sideFor A sideTo store cassette tapesDo not store the tapes in a place which is subject todirect sunlight, or near equipment that generates heat.Keep the cassette tapes away from any magnetic field.To re-record Apply tape only to the position wherethe tab has been removed.When there is slack in the tapeIn such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and windthe reel hub to remove the slack.NS1.Longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tapeSince longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape is very thin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or beeasily cut. It is recommended that these tapes not be used with this unit to prevent possible damage.2.Endless tapesDo not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism of the unit.NotesNotesNotes on cassette tapeLabel sidePlaying sideCleaningIf fingerprints or foreign matter be-come attached to the disc, lightlywipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth(or similar) from the center of the discoutwards in a radial manner.StorageWhen a disc is not to be played fora long period of time, remove it fromthe player and store it in its case.HandlingHold the discs so that you do nottouch the playing surface.Disc handling precautionsDisc accessoriesThe disc accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protec-tion ring, etc.) which are marketed for improving the soundquality or protecting discs as well as the disc cleaner shouldnot be used with this system because they may causemalfunction.Do not attach paper or tape to ei-ther the playing side or the label sideof the discs.StickerSticky pasteNever play a cracked or warped discDuring playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformeddisc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.Please do not use discs which are not round because theymay cause a malfunction.Discs which can be played with this unitCD (12 cm, 8 cm), and the audio part of CDV, CD-G, CD-EGand CD-EXTRA.Use discs that comply with the IEC standard, for examplea disc carrying the marking on the label surface.