Sony HVO-500MD Instructions For Use Manual Download

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Copyright

Using this unit for video and/or audio recording, or
distribution over the network or otherwise may in some
cases require the permission of the copyright holder of the
video or audio. To protect copyright, observe the following
points carefully when using this unit.
• When connecting a recording device to this and

recording video or audio, carefully observe laws relating
to copyright.

• Without the permission of the copyright holder, the

showing or distribution of video or audio material of
which the copyright is held by a third party, or the act of
recording on the hard disk of this unit, sharing folders,
and permitting of access to a private group or to the
public is prohibited by law.

• With a software upgrade or functional extension, with

the object of protecting copyright, the specifications for
the video and audio signals that can be input may be
changed without notice.

• Under copyright law, you may not use recorded video or

audio other than for your personal enjoyment without the
permission of the copyright holder. Note that at live
performances, shows and exhibitions, even for your
personal entertainment shooting may be restricted.

Disclaimer of Liability for Recorded Data

Sony Corporation does not accept any liability whatsoever
for any problems arising from a failure to record, or from
damage or erasure of recorded content on this equipment,
for any reason. This includes claims for compensation of
recorded content, and for any concomitant and
consequential damages. Sony Corporation will not repair,
restore, or duplicate any recorded content. Your use of this
product is subject to these conditions.
Problems may occur if you perform the following
operations:
• When you use a disc recorded using another DVD

recorder or DVD drive of a personal computer with this
unit. Additional recording to discs recorded using other
DVD recorders or computers is not supported.

On security

SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE TO
IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON
TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA
LEAKS RESULTING FROM TRANSMISSION
SPECIFICATIONS, OR SECURITY PROBLEMS OF
ANY KIND.

On moisture condensation

If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm location,
or if ambient temperature suddenly rises, moisture may
form on the outer surface of the unit and/or inside of the
unit. This is known as condensation. If condensation
occurs, turn off the unit and wait until the condensation
clears before operating the unit. Operating the unit while
condensation is present may damage the unit.

On consumable parts

• The HDD, fan, battery, and DVD drive are consumable

parts that will need periodic replacement. When
operating at room temperature, a normal replacement
cycle will be about 2 to 3 years.
However, this replacement cycle represents only a
general guideline and does not imply that the life
expectancy of these parts is guaranteed. For details on
parts replacement, contact your dealer.

• The life expectancy of the AC adapter and the

electrolytic capacitor is about 5 years under normal
operating temperatures and normal usage (8 hours per
day; 25 days per month). If usage exceeds the above
normal usage frequency, the life expectancy may be
reduced correspondingly.

Precautions for products with built-in HDD

This unit has a built-in hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD
is a precision device. If subject to shock, vibration, static
electricity, high temperature or humidity, data loss can
occur. When installing and using the unit, closely observe
the following precautions.

Protect from shocks and vibrations

When subject to shocks or vibrations, the HDD can be
damaged and loss of data on the HDD can occur.
• When transporting the unit, use the specified packing

material. When transporting on a dolly or similar, use a
type which does not transmit excessive vibrations.
Excessive shocks and vibrations can damage the HDD.

• Never move the unit while it is powered.
• Do not remove panels or outer parts of the unit.
• When placing the unit on a floor or other surface, make

sure that the unit is equipped with the specified rubber
feet, and put the unit down carefully. If there are no feet,
mount the rubber feet first.

• Do not place the unit near other devices that may become

a source of vibrations.

Wait for 30 seconds after turning power off

For a brief interval after the power is turned off, the platters
inside the HDD will still keep spinning and the heads will
be in an insecure position. During this interval, the unit is
more susceptible to shocks and vibrations than during
normal operation. For a period of at least 30 seconds after
turning power off, avoid subjecting the unit even to very