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Watch for Condensation Even Before the
[DEW DETECTED] Indication Is Displayed.
≥Because condensation takes place gradually, the
[DEW DETECTED] Indication may not be
displayed during the first 10 to 15 minutes of
condensation formation inside the Palmcorder.
≥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 [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] and leave
the Palmcorder in this condition for about 1 hour.
When the lens temperature becomes close to the
ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.
ªDigital Video Head Cleaner
If the heads (the parts that make contact with tape)
are dirty, mosaic-like noise patterns 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 Palmcorder cannot record at all.
Causes of Digital Video Heads Becoming Dirty
≥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 (AY-DVMCLA)
1Insert the Head Cleaner into the
Palmcorder in the same manner as a
Video Cassette.
2Press the [1] Button, and 20 seconds
later, Press the [∫] Button. (Do not
rewind the tape.)
3Take out the head cleaner. Insert a
Video Cassette and start re cording.
Then, play the tape back to check the
recorded image.
4If the image is still not clear, repeat
Steps 1 to 3. (Do not use the Head
Cleaner 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
Mini DV 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 Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a
service center. Please consult a distributor or
Panasonic Servicenter.
≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from
service centers.
≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered
a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by
the warranty.
Periodic 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 affected by 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 even become unusable for a while.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery After Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Palmcorder.
(If it is left attached to the Palmcorder, a minute
amount of current is consumed even when the
Palmcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left
attached to the Palmcorder 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 damaged.
Attaching a damaged Battery to the Palmcorder or
AC Adaptor may damage the Palmcorder or AC
Adaptor.
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