Maintenance and precautions (Continued)

•The video heads will wear after long use. If you cannot obtain a clear image even after using a cleaning cassette (optional), it might be because the video heads are worn. Please contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility to have the video heads replaced.

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.

CALIBRATION

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Touch the "x"

CANCEL

4Touch the “×” displayed on the screen with the corner of the “Memory Stick Duo” or the like.

The position of the “×” changes.To cancel [CALIBRATION], touch [CANCEL] in step 4.
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 LCD screen(CALIBRATION)

The buttons on the touch panel may not work correctly. If this happens, follow the procedure below. It is recommended you connect your camcorder or the Handycam Station (supplied with DCR-HC46/HC96) to the wall outlet using the supplied AC Adaptor during the operation.

1 Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to turn on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.

2 Disconnect cables other than that of the AC Adaptor from your camcorder or the Handycam Station (supplied with DCR- HC46/HC96), then eject the cassette and “Memory Stick Duo” from your camcorder.

3 Touch t [MENU] t (STANDARD SET) t [CALIBRATION] t .

•For DCR-HC46/HC96:

The screen changes to 16:9 ratio when using 4:3 ratio.
If you did not press the right spot, start from step 4 again.•You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is rotated.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 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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