Precautions

[Do not use/store the camera in the following places•In an extremely hot, cold or humid place

In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction.

•Under direct sunlight or near a heater

The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction.

•In a location subject to rocking vibration•Near strong magnetic place•In sandy or dusty places

Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired.

[On carrying

Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.

[On cleaningCleaning the LCD screen

Wipe the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.

Cleaning the lensWipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc.Cleaning the camera surface

Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use the following as they may damage the finish or the casing.

•Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide, etc.

•Do not touch the camera with the above on your hand.•Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.[On operating temperatures

Your camera is designed for use under the temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.

[On moisture condensation

If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.

If moisture condensation occurs

Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images.

[To remove the built-in battery

On disposal of the camera, take the following steps to remove the built-in battery

1Make sure your camera has been disconnected from the power source.

2Open the “Memory Stick Duo” cover (page 8) and loosen off the two screws using a cross-head screwdriver.

3Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver, etc., into the groove [A] and lift the cover up in the direction of the arrow until the cover does not lower back down.

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