Maintenance information and precautions
Camcorder care
•When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
•Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on it, remove them with a soft cloth.
•Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
•Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
AC power adaptor
Charging
•Use only a lithium ion type battery pack.
•Place the battery pack on a flat surface without vibration during charging. •The battery pack will get hot during charging. This is normal.
Others
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
•Do not bend the AC power cord forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the cord and may cause a fire or electrical shock.
•Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of the connecting plate. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
•Always keep the metal contacts clean. •Do not disassemble the unit.
•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
•While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video equipment because it will disturb AM reception and video operation.
•The unit becomes warm while in use. This is normal. •Do not place the unit in locations that are:
–Extremely hot or cold
–Dusty or dirty
–Very humid
–Vibrating
Notes on dry batteries
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following. •Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction.
•Dry batteries are not rechargeable.
•Do not use a combination of new and old batteries. •Do not use different types of batteries.
•The batteries slowly discharge while not in use. •Do not use a battery that is leaking.
If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
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