[. . . ] To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. ⷠHigh-fidelity recording -- Highfidelity sound with little noise and distortion is recorded through the optical digital input jack on the recorder. [. . . ] The track is erased from the MD and the remaining tracks are renumbered. Add track marks at the beginning and the end of the part you want to erase, then erase the part. You can add track marks so that the separated part after the track mark is as a new track. When you record with analog (line) input, unnecessary track marks may be recorded. You can erase a track mark to combine the tracks before and after the track mark. ­ dry batteries (not supplied) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time. Before using the supplied LIP-12(H) lithium ion rechargeable battery for the first time, charge it in the recorder. To charge a completely discharged battery, it takes the following time. Using on dry batteries Insert two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries (not supplied). When the dry batteries or rechargeable battery are weak, flashing b or "LOW BATT" appear in the display. Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your recorder at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Use house current, lithium ion rechargeable battery, two LR6 (size AA) batteries, or car battery. ⷠFor use in your house: Use the AC power adaptor supplied with this recorder. Do not use any other AC power adaptor since it may cause the recorder to malfunction. polarity of the plug · The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off. ⷠIf you are not going to use this recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the power supply (AC power adaptor, dry batteries, rechargeable battery, or car battery cord). To remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself; never pull the cord. ⷠFor use in the car: Use the CPA-9 car connecting pack and the DCC-E260 car battery cord (not supplied). If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you. [. . . ] US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. How MiniDisc works MiniDisc (MD) comes in two types: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be played back almost endlessly. Premastered MDs Premastered MDs are recorded and played like regular CDs. [. . . ]