23. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this
CAMCORDER through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out
a part that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the
CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug
unit and have it checked by a technician before
use.
25. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER
yourself. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
26. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects
have fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to
rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate
normally when you follow the operating
instructions,
Note: Adjust only those controls that are
covered in the user's manual. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and it will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
CAMCORDER to its normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct
change in performance, indicating a need for
service.
27. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer having
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
28. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the
CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
29. To prevent damage which may result in fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
30. When plugging the AC adapter into a 240V AC
socket, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter.
31. This product is covered by one or more of the
following U.S. patents:
5,060,220 5,457,669 5,561,649 5,705,762
5,987,4176,043,912 6,222,983 6,272,096 6,377,524
6,377,5316,385,587 6,389,570 6,408,408 6,466,532
6,473,7366,477,501 6,480,829 6,556,520 6,556,521
6,556,5226,578,163 6,594,208 6,631,110 6,658,588
6,674,6976,674,957 6,687,455 6,697,307 6,707,985
6,721,2436,721,493 6,728,474 6,741,535 6,744,713
6,744,9726,765,853 6,765,853 6,771,890 6,771,891
6,775,4656,778,755 6,788,629 6,788,630 6,795,637
6,810,2016,862,256 6,868,054 6,894,963 6,937,552
important safety instructions