xHow to prevent moisture condensation

When you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the surrounding temperature (after about 1 hour).

LCD screen•Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause damage.

•If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.

•While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.

xTo clean the LCD screen

If fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen dirty, it is recommended you use a soft cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Use cleaning paper moistened with the liquid.

xOn adjustment of the touch panel(CALIBRATION)

The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended that you connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.

1Turn on your camcorder.2Touch (HOME) t (SETTINGS) t [GENERAL SET] t [CALIBRATION].

3Touch “×” displayed on the screen with the corner of the “Memory Stick PRO Duo” or the like 3 times.

Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.If you did not press the right spot, try the calibration again.

bNotes

•Do not use a sharp-pointed object for calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD screen.

•You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.

On handling the casing

•If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.

•Avoid the following to avoid damage to the finish:

–Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide and sunscreen

–Handling the camcorder with above substances on your hands

–Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time

About care and storage of the lens

•Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:

–When there are fingerprints on the lens surface–In hot or humid locations–When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside•Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.

•To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. It is recommended that you operate your camcorder about once a month to keep it in optimum state for a long time.

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