Boss Audio Systems BR-900CD - Manual (Page 6)

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Before Using CD-R/RW Discs
Two different types of recordable disc can be used with the
BR-900CD—namely, CD-R discs and CD-RW discs.
What is a CD-R disc?
CD-R (Compact Disc Recordable) is a CD to which data can
be written. It is not possible to erase or move the data that
has been written.
This type of disc should be used to create audio CDs that will
be played on standard CD players. Playback of CD-RW discs
will not be possible on this type of equipment. In addition,
even if you have created an audio CD using a CD-R disc,
playback will only be possible on players that support the
playback of recordable discs.
What is a CD-RW disc?
CD-RW (Compact Disc ReWritable) is a CD that can be
written and erased. As a result, this type of recordable disc
can be used again and again.
While you can create audio CDs using CD-RW discs, it will
not be possible to play these CDs on a standard CD player.
(You will, however, be able to play these discs using the BR-
900CD's CD-R/RW drive.)
Handling the CD-R/RW disc drive
When you use the CD-R/RW drive, you must use only the
supplied AC adaptor.
The CD-R/RW drive cannot be used while running on
battery power.
● Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free
from vibration. If the unit must be installed at an angle,
be sure the installation does not exceed the permissible
range.
● Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been
moved to a location with a level of humidity that is
greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes
in the environment can cause condensation to form
inside the drive, which will adversely affect the
operation of the drive and/or damage CD-R/RW discs.
When the unit has been moved, allow it to become
accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours)
before operating it.
● Avoid using the CD-R/RW drive in locations with high
temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution can
result in the drive becoming unable to operate correctly
or in write errors. In addition, this type of environment
can also reduce the lifespan of the CD-R/RW drive.
● Remove any disc from the drive before powering up or down.
● To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert
only CD-R/RW discs into the disc drive. Never insert
any other type of disc. Avoid getting paper clips, coins,
or any other foreign objects inside the drive.
● Do not touch the lens.
● When the lens is dirty, clean the lens with a commercial
lens blower.
● If a write error occurs, carry out cleaning using a
commercially available CD-RW drive lens cleaner.
* Note that some commercially available cleaners are intended
for CD-R drives, while others are intended for CD-RW drives.
Be sure to select a cleaner for CD-RW drives.
* Never use commercially available cleaner intended for
standard CD players. This type of cleaner cannot be used to
clean the BR-900CD's write lens.
* Even if the recommended type of CD-R/RW disc is used in a
perfectly normal CD-R/RW drive, the possibility of write
errors cannot be completely eliminated. Please be aware that
this type of problem can still occur as a result of variations in
CD-R/RW drives and CD-R/RW disc manufacturing
differences.
Handling CD-R/RW discs
* In addition to the following precautions, please also read the
instructions provided with the CD-R/RW discs.
● DO NOT play a CD-R/RW disc (CD-R/RW disc on
which song data has been backed up) on a conventional
audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level
that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to
speakers or other system components may result.
● Upon handling the discs, please observe the following.
❍ Do not touch the recorded surface of the disc.
❍ Do not use in dusty areas.
❍ Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight or an
enclosed vehicle.
● Keep the disc in the case.
Compatibility of CD-R/RW discs
and drives
●
Ensure that the recommended type of CD-R/RW discs
are always used. Failure to observe this precaution can
lead to an increase in the frequency of write errors.
●
Even when the recommended type of disc is used, there
is still a possibility that write errors can occur. Please be
aware that this type of problem can still result from
variations in CD-R/RW drives and CD-R/RW disc
manufacturing differences.
● The usage of discs with printable labels is not
recommended, even if these discs are of the
recommended type. Certain storage conditions can cause
discs with printable labels to warp, and write errors can
occur as a result.