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2.5
Initializing (formatting) DVD- RAM Discs
This DVD video camera/recorder can use only DVD-RAM discs for AV formatted in accordance with the UDF 2.01 file system:
No recording can be made on an unformatted disc.
2.6
Handling DVD- RAM Disc
When the DVD-RAM disc is used for an extended period of time, the temperature will increase because of the heat
inside the DVD video camera/recorder: Be careful when removing the disc.
The DVD-RAM disc is a very delicate recording medium. Leave the disc in the cartridge when using it in this DVD
video camera/recorder.
Do not remove the disc from the cartridge unless needed, and do not open the shutter of cartridge.
Be sure not to touch disc surfaces.
Take great care so as not to scratch or stain disc.
Be careful not to allow the cartridge with disc to fall.
Be careful not to allow condensation.
To store disc cartridge, insert it in plastic case provided.
Do not place the disc cartridge in following places:
Where exposed to direct sunlight for a long time.
Where the humidity is high, or in dusty place.
Where exposed to heat from heater, etc.
Where there may be condensation.
2.7
Removing DVD- RAM Disc from Cartridge
The DVD-RAM disc used with this DVD video camera/recorder can be removed from the cartridge and used with DVD-RAM
drives, DVD players and DVD recorders that are compatible with 8 cm DVD-RAM discs. Refer to the disc instruction sheet for
details on how to remove disc from cartridge.
Perform the following to remove the disc provided:
Removing the disc
1) Release the lock pins of cartridge.
The two lock pins are at the bottom left
corners of sides A and B.
Use a fine tipped pen to slide the lock
pin in the direction of arrow (1)
and then turn it in the direction of arrow
(2) to release it.
2) While pushing the release levers from both
sides inward, hold the center of disc tray
and pull it out to the front.
Replacing the disc in cartridge
1) Insert the disc into cartridge.
2) Fit in the disc tray until a click is heard.
(1)
(2)
Indication of side
SIDE
A
1
2
