Canon DC20 - Condensation; How to avoid condensation:

Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause
condensation (water droplets) to form
on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if ~
condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. ~
Condensation may form in the following cases:
When the camcorder is moved from an When the camcorder is moved from a
air-conditioned room to a warm, humid cold place to a warm room
place
When the camcorder
is left in a humid
room
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When a cold room is heated rapidly
How to avoid condensation:
o Unload the disc, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to
temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.
When condensation is detected:
o The camcorder automatically shuts off. If a disc is loaded, remove the disc immediately
and leave the disc cover open. Leaving the disc
in the camcorder may damage it.
o A disc cannot be loaded when condensation is detected.
Resuming use:
o The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the
location and weather conditions. As a general criterion, wait for 2 hours before
resuming use
of the camcorder.
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