Cautions for use
About this unit
The unit and the SD card become warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
≥Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or
≥If you record near radio transmitters or
Make sure to use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit.
≥If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off.
≥Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long time.
When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit.
Also, keep the unit away from sea water.
≥Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a card.)
≥If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe off the water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.
When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it.
≥A strong impact can break the unit’s casing, causing it to malfunction.
≥When carrying this unit, please hold the hand strap or shoulder strap firmly and treat it with care.
Cleaning
≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the AC cable from the AC outlet, and then wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with the damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.
≥Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body or peel the surface finish. Do not use these solvents.
≥When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions that came with the cloth.
When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet, it is recommended that you place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
Do not lift up this unit by the handle with the tripod still attached
≥When the tripod is attached, its weight will also affect the unit’s handle, possibly causing the handle to break and hurting the user.
≥To carry the unit while the tripod is attached, take hold of the tripod.
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