50RQT6091Concerning CDsCompatible Disc FormatsThe following disc formats can be used forrecording in the CDR.In addition to the marks shown on the right,the phrases shown below or their equivalentshould also be present somewhere on thepackaging or accompanying documentation:Discs that cannot be used for recording are as follows:• Discs bearing marks other than those shown above• Discs intended for professional use and/or marked“FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY”• Discs intended for recording computer dataIn addition to the two disc formats shownabove, the following disc format can also beplayed in either the 3-CD changer or CDR.Notes• The unit can playback audio data recorded on CD-G, CD-EXTRAand CD-Text discs as well, however the text information of CD-Text discs cannot be displayed.• If a CD-R or CD-RW has been recorded using a personal com-puter, playback is only possible if the disc is recorded in the CD-Digital Audio format.• You can play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in the music CDformat.Some of them, however, may not be played depending on thedisc characteristics or recording condition.• Do not use a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has been recorded in anyformat other than the music CD format or a CD-RW disc that hasbeen used in any format other than the music CD format with thisunit. Using such a disc with this unit may cause loud sound todamage the speakers or cause hearing disorder.Notes on playing unfinalized CD-R or CD-RW discs withthe 3-CD changer• It will take some time before play starts.• CD-R or CD-RW discs of short recording time may not be played.• An unfinalized CD-RW may not be played properly. For example,sound files that you have deleted may be played. In such a case,finalize the disc first or use the CDR of this unit for play.• You cannot skip tracks on an unfinalized CD-R or CD-RW disc.Be sure to store CDs in their cases to protect them from dust,scratches and warping.Do not place or store CDs in the following places• Locations exposed to direct sunlight• Humid or dusty locations• Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appli-ance• In the glove compartment or on the rear deck of an auto-mobile• If you are taking the CD from a cold to a warm environ-ment, moisture may form on the CD. Wipe this off with asoft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the CD.• Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or otherwriting instrument.• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, staticelectricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.• Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs. (Do not use CDswith exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled offstickers.)• Do not use scratch-proof protectors etc.• Do not use CDs printed with label printers available on themarket.To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean thisunit.• Before using chemically impregnated cloth, read theinstructions that came with the cloth carefully.Storage precautionsFOR CONSUMERFOR CONSUMER USEFOR MUSIC USE ONLYDo not use irregularly shaped CDs.CDs of the sort can damage the unit.A – D Handling precautionsMaintenancea How to return CDs to their caseb Face label upwardsand press down.c How to hold CDsd Do not touch therecorded surface.e How to clean CDsf Wipe from inside outward.SL-PR300EB.fm Page 50 Thursday, September 20, 2001 3:42 PM