CAUTION

Concerning the Digital Camera

■Cautions when carrying the digital camera

œDo not walk around holding the digital camera by the hand-strap. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the digital camera in your hand or place it in a pocket.

œ Be careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to strong shocks.

œ Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera lens, as that may damage the internal parts. When not using the digital camera, be sure to always keep the lens cover closed.

■Cautions during use and storage

œThis digital camera is a precision instrument. When using or storing the digital camera, make sure to avoid the following locations to avoid damages.

œPlaces in direct sunlight

œ Places where humidity and temperature are high

œ Places that may get wet

œ Places close to an air conditioner or heater

œ Inside a car

œPlaces where there is dust and dirt

œPlaces where there is a fire burning

œPlaces where volatile products are stored

œPlaces subject to vibrations

œ Temperature 0 to 40°C (operation)

œ Humidity 30% to 90% (operation, no condensation)

–20 to 60°C (storage)

10% to 90% (storage, no condensation)

 

 

■Cautions if the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period

œFor safety, remove the batteries. The batteries may generate heat or

leak, and that may start a fire, cause injuries or burns, and damage the digital camera and any other objects placed nearby. (When the batteries are removed for a long period, the time and date settings will be cleared.)

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