CAUTIONS FOR USE

About the camera

The camera and the SD card become warm during use. This is normal and is not a malfunction.

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). i 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.

i Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.

i Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

i Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

i 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 high-voltage lines. i If you record near radio

transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.

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 use insecticides or volatile chemicals near or on the camera. i If the camera is sprayed with

such chemicals, its body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off.

i Do not allow prolonged contact with rubber or plastic products.

When you use the camera 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 camera, and keep the camera away from sea water. i Sand or dust may damage the

camera. (Care should be taken when inserting or removing the SD card.)

i If sea water splashes on the camera, wipe off the water with a well-wrung cloth. Then wipe the camera again with a dry cloth.

IMPORTANT MESSAGES AND ALERTS

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HX-DC1, HX-DC10 specifications

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