IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

21 Heat -- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER

1.Save these Instructions -- This page contains important safety and operating instructions for AC Adapter/Charger Model VM-ACE3A.

2.Before using AC Adapter/Charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on

(1) AC Adapter/Charger, (2) battery and (3) product using battery.

3.Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5.

4.Caution -- To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable battery, VM-BPL13 or VM- BPL27.

Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

5.Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

6.Use of an attachment nor recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

7.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

8.Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

9.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them immediately.

10.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.

Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:

A. The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.

B. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and C. That wire size should be met below:

Minimum

AWG size

Length of extension cord (feet)

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Equal to or less than 100

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Equal to or less than 150

11.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

12.Do not disassemble charger: take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

13.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Before You Begin

Any problems that occur as a result of any of the following conditions will not be covered by our warranty.

￿Be careful that no water, dust or sand enters the camcorder and all accessories.

￿When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the sun

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