Operating Precautions

■The camera does not have a power switch.

■What to do if OVER HEAT appears on the display.

This message indicates that the inside of the camera has become extremely hot.

Immediately turn off the camera and contact your retailer.

■What to do if WARM UP-PLEASE WAIT.** appears

on the display.

This message indicates that the inside of the camera is cold.

Please wait for a short time until the heating fan warms up the inside of the camera.

The countdown shown as the numbers in “**” in quotes is a guideline of the time required. When the value reaches “0” the inside of the camera is warm and the on-screen display disappears. The camera is then reset and operation is normal.

■Note the following to ensure long-term trouble-

free operation

Long operation under high temperatures and high humidity can cause components to deteriorate and shorten camera life.

Make sure the camera is installed in a location where it is not directly exposed to heat from a radiator, heater, etc.

■Avoid using this camera in a food preparation area and other locations where there are large amounts of steam vapor and oil.

■About the Camera Cleaning Function

Prolonged use can lead to noise on the monitor and divergence of preset positions.

If such conditions persist even after you perform camera cleaning (page 38), use the special setup menu to execute the “REFRESH” operation (page 43).

■Do not allow anything to forcefully hit the dome

cover

Anything hitting the dome cover may damage the camera or cause leaks.

■This camera is designed for use in a hanging

configuration only.

Do not use it in an upright configuration on a tabletop, floor, etc. Such conditions create the risk of malfunction.

■CCD color filter burn-in

Intense light concentrated on one spot for a long period can cause deterioration of the CCD internal color filters, and discoloration of the affected part. Even if the camera position is changed from a fixed position, the discoloration at the previous location of the concentrated light will remain on the screen.

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■Do not point the camera at a strong light source.

Intense light such as that produced by a spotlight concentrated on one part of the screen can cause blooming (rainbow around the strong light) or smearing (vertical stripes above and below the strong light).

Bright Subject

Smearing

Blooming

■Pictures directly below the camera

A circular object appears in the center of the picture, it is caused by the shape of the dome cover and is not a malfunction.

■Do not aim the camera at the same object for a

long time.

Burn-in of an image may be caused on the fluorescent screen of CRT.

■Handle the camera carefully.

Do not drop the camera, or subject it to strong impact or vibration. Such conditions create the risk of malfunction.

■Consumables

Parts having contacts such as the lens-drive motors, cooling fan motor and slip-rings inside the camera are subject to wear with time. Contact the nearest service dealer about replacement and maintenance of such parts.

■Cleaning the camera

Turn off the camera and wipe it with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, wipe it off gently with a soft cloth moistened with a weak solution of water and a neutral kitchen detergent. Wring all excess liquid from the cloth before wiping the camera. Next, wipe off all remaining solution with a soft, dry cloth.

Contact a qualified service person before cleaning the lenses. (Lenses do not move during cleaning.)

A dirty dome cover or lens causes deterioration of picture quality. Use lens cleaning paper (like the type available for cleaning eyeglasses or a camera lens) to clean the lens.

The dome cover is particularly susceptible to damage. Gently wipe it with a soft cloth.