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Watch for Condensation even before the
Condensation Indication is displayed.
≥Because condensation takes place gradually, the
Condensation Indication may not be displayed
during the first 10 to 15 minutes of condensation
formation inside the Movie Camera.
≥In extremely cold places, condensation may freeze
and form frost. In this case, the frost melts first,
thus forming condensation, and then it takes
another 2 to 3 hours to eliminate the condensation.
When the Lens is Fogged:
Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to
[OFF] and leave the Movie Camera in this condition
for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature
becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog
disappears naturally.
ªVideo Head Clogging and Care
If the heads (the parts that make contact with tape)
are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the
playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes
black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording
performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case,
the Movie Camera cannot record at all.
Causes of Dirty Heads
≥Large quantity of dust in the air
≥High-temperature and high-humidity environment
≥Damaged tape
≥Long operating hours
Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head
Cleaner
1Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie

Camera in the same manner as a Video

Cassette.

2Press the [1] Button, and

approximately 20 seconds later, press

the [∫] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.)

3Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a

Video Cassette and start recording.

Then, play the tape back to check the

recorded image.

4If the image is not still clear, repeat

Steps 1 to 3. (Do not use the Head

Cleaner for 3 times or more

consecutively.)

Notes:
≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head
Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the
end, and then use it again from the beginning in
the same manner as before.
≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the
tape may be damaged. In this case, immediately
stop using that Cassette.
≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive
cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads.
If the heads are worn, images cannot be played
back even after the heads are cleaned.)
≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head
Cleaner, the Movie Camera needs to be cleaned
at a service centre. Please consult a dealer.
≥Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from
service centres.
≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered
a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by
the warranty.
Periodical Check-up
To maintain the highest image quality, we
recommend replacement of worn parts, such as
heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use.
(This, however, depends on operating conditions,
such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)
ªOptimal Use of the Battery
Battery Characteristics
This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its
ability to generate power is based upon the
chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This
reaction is susceptible to the surrounding
temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is
too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery
becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an
extremely cold environment, the Battery may
operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery
becomes extremely hot, a protective function may
operate, and the Battery may become unusable for
a while.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie
Camera. (If it is left attached to the Movie Camera, a
minute amount of current is consumed even when
the Movie Camera power is off.) If the Battery is left
attached to the Movie Camera for a long time, over
discharge takes place. The Battery may become
unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
≥The Battery has a limited life.
≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may
cause an explosion.
Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt,
dust, or other substances.
If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if
the Battery body and terminals are deformed.
Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie Camera
or AC Adaptor may damage the Movie Camera or
AC Adaptor.