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Trial recording

Before you record one-time events, you may want to make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.

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Do not shake or strike the camera

In addition to malfunctions and inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable or image data breakdown, damage or loss may occur.

Clean the flash surface before use

The heat of ßash emission may cause dirt on the ßash surface to become discolored or to stick to the ßash surface, resulting in insufÞcient light emission.

the recording

Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc.

Back up recommendation

To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to a disk.

Notes on image data compatibility

¥This camera conforms with the Design rule for Camera File system universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

¥Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.

Precaution on copyright

Television programs, Þlms, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provision of the copyright laws.

LCD screen, LCD finder (only models with an LCD finder) and lens

¥The LCD screen and the LCD Þnder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD Þnder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

¥Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD screen, the Þnder or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions.

¥Do not press the LCD screen hardly. The screen may be uneven and that may cause a malfunction.

¥Images may be trailed on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.

The power zoom lens

This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.

Do not get the camera wet

When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or under similar conditions, be careful not to get the camera wet. Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable. If moisture condensation occurs, see page 143 and follow the instructions on how to remove it before using the camera.

Do not expose the camera to sand or dust

Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunction.

Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light

This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera.

Notes on the camera locations

Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly.

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