XD-9581MD (En)5 Preparation section Basic section Application section Knowledge sectionsBefore applying powerLabel sidePlaying sideCleaningIf fingerprints or foreign matter become at-tached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc witha soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the cen-ter of the 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 longperiod of time, remove it from the CD playerand store 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 eitherthe playing side or the label side ofcompact discs.The paste left on the label surface af-ter a sticker has been peeled off is afactor which may cause malfunction.If the surface is sticky due to remain-ing paste, be sure to clean it with al-cohol before use.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 deformeddisc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.Handling of discsStickerSticky pasteWrite protect tabTo protect recorded contents against accidental erasure, set the writeprotect tab of the disc open. Return the tab to the original position whenyou want to record signals on the disc.CareWipe periodically dust and dirt attached on the cartridge with a drycloth.Write protect tabSlide close.(Recording enabled)Disc back sideDo not touch the disc directly.Do not touch the disc by opening the shutter with your hand. Thecartridge will be damaged if it is forced open.Storage positionDo not leave Mini Discs in place where the temperature and/or humidityare extremely high (for example, in a place subject to direct sunlight).Handling of Mini DiscAs the Mini Disc is accommodated inside a cartridge, it can be handled without caring about dust or fingerprint. However, stained orsoiled cartridge may cause malfunction. To enjoy beautiful sound for extended period of time, take care on the following points.Slide open.(Recording disabled)Dust countermeasureThe shutter of the disc cartridge is permanently open while the disc is loadedin the set. Therefore, to prevent dust from penetrating inside the disc, take thedisc out of the unit immediately after completion of recording or playback.CD accessoriesThe CD accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protection ring, etc.)which are marketed for improving the sound quality or protectingdiscs as well as the disc cleaner should not be used with this systembecause they may cause malfunction...........................