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On recording/playback

• When you use a memory card with
this camera for the first time, it is
recommended to format the card
using the camera for stable
performance of the memory card
before shooting. Note that
formatting permanently erases all
data on the memory card, and is
unrecoverable. Save precious data
on a computer, etc.
• If you repeatedly record/delete
images, fragmentation of data may
occur on the memory card. Movies
may not be able to be saved or
recorded. In such a case, save your
images to a computer or other
storage location, and then format
the memory card (page 57).
• The recorded contents cannot be
compensated for even if recording
or playback is not possible due to a
malfunction of the camera or
memory card, etc.
• To avoid the potential risk of data
loss, always copy (back up) data to
other media.
• Before you record one-time events,
make a trial recording to make sure
that the camera is working
correctly.
• This camera is neither dust-proof,
nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun
or other bright light. It may cause
the malfunction of the camera.
• Do not look at the sun or a strong
light through a removed lens. This
may cause irrecoverable damage to
your eyes. Or it may cause a
malfunction of the lens.
• Do not use the camera near a place
that generates strong radio waves
or emits radiation. The camera
may not be able to record or play
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty
place may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs,
remove it before using the camera
(page 80).
• Do not shake or strike the camera.
In addition to malfunctions and an
inability to record images, this may
render the memory card unusable,
or cause image data breakdown,
damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface with a soft
cloth. The heat of flash emission
may cause dirt to adhere on the
flash surface, resulting in smoking
or scorching.
• Keep the camera, supplied
accessories, etc., out of the reach
of children. A memory card, etc.,
may be swallowed. If such
problem occurs, consult a doctor
immediately.

Importing AVCHD movies

to a computer

When importing AVCHD movies to
a computer, for Windows, use the
software “PlayMemories Home.”

On RAW images

To view RAW images recorded with
the camera, “Image Data Converter”
is required. If you do not intend to
modify the images you record, we
recommend that you shoot images
using the JPEG format.