.Data Error Precautions

Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.

Removing the battery or memory card while the camera is performing some operation

Removing the battery or memory card while the back lamp is flashing green after turning off the camera

Disconnecting the USB cable while communication is in progress

Using a battery that is low

Other abnormal operations

Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to appear on the monitor screen (page 185). Perform the action indicated by the message that appears.

.Operating Environment

Operating Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)

Operating Humidity: 10 to 85% (non condensation)

Do not place the camera in any of the following locations.

In an area exposed to direct sunlight, or large amounts of moisture, dust, or sand.

Near an air conditioner or in other areas subjected to extreme temperature or humidity

Inside of a motor vehicle on a hot day, or in an area subjected to strong vibration

.Condensation

Sudden and extreme temperature changes, such as when the camera is moved from the outdoors on a cold winter day into a warm room, can cause water droplets called “condensation” to form on the interior and the exterior of the camera, which creates the risk of malfunction. To prevent condensation from forming seal the camera in a plastic bag before changing locations. Then leave the bag sealed to allow the air inside to naturally change to the same temperature as the air in the new location. After that, remove the camera from the bag and open the battery cover for a few hours.

.Lens

Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.

You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lenses, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera.

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