Write-protect switch

• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery charger D-BC68P. Do not use it with other devices.

Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera

 

 

• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not

 

 

 

leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.

 

 

• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use

 

 

 

a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles,

 

 

 

automobiles, or ships.

 

 

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The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

 

 

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The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to

 

 

 

normal at normal temperatures.

 

 

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The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due

 

 

 

to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.

 

 

• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and

 

 

 

outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag,

 

 

 

and remove it after temperatures of the camera and surroundings are

 

 

 

equalized.

 

 

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt.

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These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry

 

 

off any rain or water drops.

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Do not press the monitor with excessive force. This could cause it to

 

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break or malfunction.

 

Cleaning Your Camera

 

 

Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using

 

 

 

a tripod.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol,

 

 

 

and benzine.

 

 

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Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a

 

 

 

spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

 

 

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Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning of

 

 

 

the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)

 

 

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Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to

 

 

 

maintain high performance.

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Storing Your Camera

•Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated place.

•Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

•Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

About SD Memory Cards

•The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to

LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being formatted by the camera or computer.

•The SD Memory Card may be

hot when removing the card immediately after using the camera.

•Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is being accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

•Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures.

•Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged and become unusable.

•Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted if

1.the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.

2.the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

3.the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.

4.the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being accessed.

•If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.