Care and Maintenance
Proper Care and Storage
•Keep dirt from entering the camcorder’s cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the recording/playback heads and cassettes.
•Always cap the lens when the camcorder is not in use.
•Before handling the camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the finish.
•The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.
•Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below
•When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery.
•Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.
Things to Avoid
•Do not attempt to disassemble the camcorder. There are no user- serviceable parts inside.
•Avoid operating the camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder
•In cold to warm conditions,
condensation might occur causing the tape to stick to the recording heads and damage the camcorder or cassettes.
•Never aim the camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.
•Do not leave the camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup might permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.
•Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.
•Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or spray might damage the internal parts of the camcorder.
•Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40˚F (4˚C) or above 95˚F (35˚C).
•Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If any component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an authorized RCA camcorder service provider.
•Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for the camcorder. Using the wrong accessories might cause damage to the camcorder.
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