JVC GR-DV801 Main Unit, LCD Monitor, Memory Cards, DO NOT…, During use…, monitor use, Store memory cards…, Avoid using the unit…, DO NOT leave the unit…

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Memory Cards			... in places subject to excessive shock or
				vibration.
To properly use and store your memory cards, be
			... near a television set.
sure to read the following cautions:			... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
1.	During use…			electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
	... make sure the memory card bears the SD or			antennas, etc.).
	MultiMediaCard mark.		... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
	... make sure the memory card is positioned			or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or
	properly when inserting.			32°F) temperatures.
2.	While the memory card is being accessed	3.	DO NOT leave the unit…
	(during recording, playback, deletion,		... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
	initialization, etc.)…		... in places where humidity is extremely low
	... never unload the memory card and never turn			(below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
	off the camcorder.		... in direct sunlight.
3.	Store memory cards…		... in a closed car in summer.
	... away from heaters or other heat sources.		... near a heater.
	... out of direct sunlight.	4.	To protect the unit, DO NOT…
	... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary		... allow it to become wet.
	shock or vibration.		... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
	... where they won’t be exposed to strong		... subject it to shock or excessive vibration
	magnetic fields (such as those generated by			during transportation.
	motors, transformers or magnets).		... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
LCD Monitor				objects for long periods.
			... expose the lens and viewfinder’s lens to direct
				sunlight.
1.	To prevent damage to the LCD monitor,
			... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
	DO NOT…			viewfinder.
	... push it strongly or apply any shocks.		... swing it excessively when using the hand strap
	... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on			or the grip.
	the bottom.		... swing the soft camera case excessively when
2.	To prolong service life…			the camcorder is inside it.
	... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.	5.	Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
	monitor use.
	These are not malfunctions:
	•While using the camcorder, the surface around
	the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
	monitor may heat up.
	•If you leave power on for a long time, the	•No picture during playback.
	surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.
		•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
Main Unit		•During recording or playback, the Head Clog
		Warning indicator “ ” appears.
		•Recording cannot be performed properly.
1. For safety, DO NOT…
		In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.
	... open the camcorder’s chassis.	Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used more
	... disassemble or modify the unit.	than once consecutively, damage to the video heads
	... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.	may result. After the camcorder plays back for about
	Keep it away from metallic objects when not	20 seconds, it stops automatically. Also refer to the
	in use.	cleaning cassette’s instructions.
	... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects	If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems still
	to enter the unit.	exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
	... remove the battery pack or disconnect the	Mechanical moving parts used to move the video
	power supply while the power is on.	heads and video tape tend to become dirty and
	... leave the battery pack attached when the	worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear
	camcorder is not in use.	picture at all times, periodic check-ups are
2.	Avoid using the unit…	recommended after using the unit for about 1,000
	... in places subject to excessive humidity or	hours. For periodic check-ups please consult your
	dust.	nearest JVC dealer.
	... in places subject to soot or steam such as near

a cooking stove.

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