36VQT1G66SetupRemoving discWhile pressing down on the spindle, grasp theedge of the disc and gently lift it out.4 Push the section markedPUSH CLOSE on the cover of thedisc compartment to close thecover.≥ When using brand-new DVD-RAM or DVD-RW(l 22)≥ When inserting a disc recorded on anotherdevice or in another mode (l 22)≥ You cannot remove a disc while recordingmotion pictures on an SD card or in PRE-REC.(l 53)ª Identifying recording/playbacksides of discA “SIDE A” markB The opposite side is the “SIDE A” recording/playback side.Single sided disc/dual layer on single sidedisc:The recording/playback side is opposite to thelabelled side.Double sided disc:The “SIDE A” recording/playback side is the sideopposite the side with the “SIDE A” mark.The “SIDE B” recording/playback side is the sidewith the “SIDE A” mark.≥ Do not use excessive force when opening thecover.≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/playback side of the disc.This may impair recording and playback.≥ Insert the disc securely to prevent damage.≥ When you open the cover, the ACCESS/PClamp flashes. Do not leave the cover open.≥ If the cover is open, the power will not turn offeven if the Mode dial is set to OFF.≥ If the disc is not correctly inserted, the coverwill not close. Never try to forcibly close thecover. This could cause damage. Reinsert thedisc properly.≥ If a single sided disc is inserted into the unitwith the printed label facing the inside, an errormessage will appear. Remove the disc andreinsert it with its recording/playback sidefacing the inside.≥ Do not allow the recording/playback side tobecome dirty or scratched.≥ Do not remove the battery pack or disconnectthe AC adaptor while removing the disc or untilpower is completely turned off. If you do, thecover will not open. If this happens, reattachthe battery pack or reconnect the AC adaptor,slide the DISC EJECT lever once, and thenDVD-RAM/SIDEAAB
