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Cautions for Use
$ Optimal Use of the Battery
Battery Characteristics
This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may become unusable for a while.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camera Recorder. (If it is left attached to the Camera Recorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camera Recorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camera Recorder for a long time, over discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
OThe Battery has a limited life.
ODo not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.
Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances.
If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed.
Attaching a deformed Battery to the Camera Recorder or AC Adapter may damage the Camera Recorder or AC Adapter.
$ Cautions for Storage
Before storing the Camera Recorder, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery.
Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. (Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25°C, Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%)
Camera Recorder
OWrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Camera.
ODo not leave the Camera Recorder in places that expose it to high temperature.
Battery
OExtremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.
OIf the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the terminal may rust and cause malfunctions.
ODo not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned.
OStore the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.
Cassette
OBefore storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although it depends on the storage condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning.
OStore the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Camera Recorder and other components. Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case.
OOnce every half year, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself.
ODo not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment.
OThe surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may cause noise in images and sounds.
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