Safety information
CAUTION There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product.
Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp object. If you press or strike the LCD surface, you can cause display unevenness or damage the display.
Do not use the camcorder in direct sunlight or near heating equipment. Excess heat can cause the camcorder to malfunction and lead to personal injury.
Do not use the camcorder near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or near a corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide. Doing so may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation.
Do not put the camcorder down with the LCD screen open.
Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery, AC adaptor, or other accessories to severe vibrations or impact. Severe vibration or impact can cause these items to malfunction and lead to personal injury.
Do not leave the camcorder in a closed vehicle for a long time where the temperature is very high.
Do not expose the camcorder to insecticide. Insecticide entering the camcorder could cause the product to operate abnormally. Turn the camcorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not wipe the camcorder body with benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could peel off or the surface could deteriorate.
Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the camcorder case or cause a malfunction.
Do not expose the camcorder to sudden changes in temperature or high humidity. Use care when operating the camcorder outdoors during a lightning storm. Rapid temperature changes and high humidity can damage the camcorder and lightning storms pose the threat of electric shock .
Do not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder.
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