Use and Care
Precautions
•After operation, remove the battery pack from the unit.
•Do not aim the lens at the sun.
Do not allow direct sunlight to strike the camcorder lens or LCD panel, whether recording is in progress or not, as it may damage the CCD sensor or LCD panel surface. Be particularly careful when recording outside.
•When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun. Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this happen, point the camera in a different direction until the picture returns to normal.
• Avoid magnetic sources. Using the camcorder near strong fluorescent
lights, motors, televisions, or other magnetic
sources may adversely affect recorded images.
•Remember to remove the cassette tape, turn off the power, and remove the battery pack when the camcorder is not in use.
•Using the camcorder near a broadcasting station or other powerful transmission source may cause buzzing or picture deterioration.
•Avoid shocks and
dropping.
Do not drop or otherwise subject the camcorder to
hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or
striking the unit during
recording will generate noise in the recorded image.
•Avoid placing the camcorder in close
proximity to lighting equipment.
The heat from incandescent lights may deform the camcorder, or cause it to malfunction.
•Always respect prohibitions or restrictions on the use of electronic equipment on commercial flights or in other sensitive areas. The camcorder generates electrical interference that can disable vital equipment, leading to the risk of a serious accident.
•Watch the temperature and humidity. You can use your camcorder at 0° C to ‘40° C (32° F to 104°F), and at 30% to 80% relative humidity. Do not store the unit in an unventilated car in the summer, in direct sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can result in severe damage
to the unit’s casing and circuitry. Be careful when handling the unit after it has been left in a hot place, such as the ones described above.
•Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or other foreign matter could get on or inside the camcorder. Such substances could cause malfunctions.
Do not use your camcorder in areas with ex- cessive smoke or steam.
Do not leave your
camcorder in areas with excessive dust or moisture. Such environments can
cause mildew to form on this unit’s lenses. Be sure to provide ample ventilation.
• Some small, portable tripods may be difficult to attach and may not be sturdy enough to support your camcorder. Be sure to use only a strong, stable tripod.
•When using your camcorder in a cold environment, the color LCD view screen may appear less bright. This often occurs in cold environments immediately after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. If this occurs, put the camcorder in a warmer location for some time before use. To prevent excessive cooling, wrap the camcorder in a thick cloth (a blanket, etc.).
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