Oregon Scientific DS6618 user manual HTest Shots Prior to Photography

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

hTest Shots Prior to Photography

For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally.

✽Oregon Scientific assumes no responsibility for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of faults with this products.

hNotes on Copyright

Image recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory containing images or data protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed by those copyright laws.

hLiquid Crystal

If the LCD is damaged, take particular care with the liquid crystal in the panel. If any of the following situations arise, take the urgent action indicated.

h If liquid crystal comes in contact your skin:

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with soap and running water.

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye:

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.

h If liquid crystal is swallowed:

Flash your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large

quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance.

hHandling Your Digital Camera

This camera contains precision electronic components. To ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the camera to impact or shock while an image is being recorded.

hPlaces to Avoid

Do not use or store the camera in the following type of locations:

h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places.

h Places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in direct sunlight or closed car in summer.

h Extremely cold places.

h Places subject to strong vibration. h Places affected by smoke or steam.

h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near motors, transformers or magnets).

h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time.

h Sandy places such as beaches or deserts, or places where there is wind borne sand.

hNotes on Condensation

If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a warm place, water droplets may form on the inside of the camera or on the lens (condensation). When this occurs, switch the camera off and wait an hour before using the camera.

hCleaning Your Camera

h Use blower brush to remove dust from the lens, LCD or

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