Precautions

Usage and storage

locations

Do not use or store this product in the following locations. Doing so may damage the camera.

•Locations subject to abnormally high temperatures

During periods of hot weather or the summer season, the temperature inside closed vehicles becomes especially high, and if the camera is left in such a location, it may warp or be damaged.

•Locations subject to direct sunlight or next to heating appliances

The camera may warp or be damaged.

•Sandy locations, such as the beach

Do not place the camera in a location where sand may be present, such as the beach or other sandy areas. Doing so may damage the camera, and in some cases, repair may not be possible.

•Do not point the lens at the sun.

This could cause burn-in or other lens damage. Be careful when leaving the camera next to a window or outdoors.

Operation

•Do not remove the camera’s USB cable during operation. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.

•Do not place any objects on top of the camera.

•Avoid placing the camera in locations subject to sudden temperature changes. Do not use the camera immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location, or after the ambient temperature has risen drastically. Otherwise, condensation may occur inside the camera. Let the camera stand for a moment before using it.

•Do not turn around the camera forcedly. Doing so, the malfunction might occur.

•Do not use the computer except the specification.

•Do not allow water or objects to get inside the camera. Do not open the camera.

Lens

Do not touch the lens.

Notes on discs

Note the following in order to protect data stored on discs.

•If the edge of the label on the disc is off the disc surface or the label is not sticky enough to stay on the disc surface, the label may stick to the interior of the disc drive and cause a malfunction of your computer. Make sure that the label is properly fixed on the disc surface before using the disc.

Sony assumes no liability for any malfunction of your computer or damage to the media caused by improper labeling. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your label software and label sheets.

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