65RQT8849 ReferenceOPEN/CLOSEto open the tray.– Insert a disc.OPEN/CLOSEto close the tray.Inserting DiscsHolding a discHandle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertently scratching or gettingoil from your fi ngers on the disc. Do not touch the signal surface ofdiscs (the shiny side).Cleaning discsDiscs are not indestructible and occasionally dirt or condensationmay appear. Clean by gently wiping with a soft, dry lint-free cloth in astraight line from the center of the disc to the edge of the disc.Return discs to their cases when not in use; this helps to protectagainst scratches and dirt.Storing discsDo not place or store discs in the following locations:Direct sunlightVery dusty or humid areasNear a heat sourcePlaces that undergo extreme shifts in temperature (condensation canoccur)Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occurDiscs to avoidDiscs that are not perfectly circular in shapeWarped discs, which may not balance properly in your unit, causingimproper operation or damage to the unitCracked discsDiscs with exposed adhesive (from removed stickers or labels, suchas may occur with rental discs or improperly cared-for discs that werepreviously labeled or re-labeled)Disc CareMedia Handling (Disc/Video Cassette)Video Cassette InformationVideo cassettesTabBreak off the video cassette’s tab toprevent accidental erasure. Cover the holewith a double layer of adhesive tape whenyou want to use the video cassette forrecording again.You can use video cassettes with theVHS and S-VHS marks, but the unit is unable to make full use of thecharacteristics of S-VHS video cassettes.Video cassette carePoor quality or damaged video cassettes can cause the heads tobecome dirty and malfunction. Store your video cassettes carefullyand discard them when they become dirty or damaged.Never use video cassettes on which juice has been spilled or thosethat are extremely damaged since this will not only cause the headsto become dirty, but will also make the unit malfunction.Insert a cassette (the surface with theroll of tape should face up).– The unit turns onautomatically.To eject:From the main unit:orFrom the remote controlDRIVESELECTto select the VHS drive.STOP Press and hold for 3 or moreseconds.Inserting a Video CassetteEJECTNotesWhen using 8 cm (3) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3) DVD-R, remove thedisc from the cartridge.It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of adouble sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc andturn it over.[RAM] Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.Insert label-up.