For safety, strictly observe the following
.Do
not open the case.
@Take
care to avoid flammables or other liquids and
metal objects from entering the unit. Should this
happen, switch the power off and have the Camcorder
checked by qualified personnel.
*Do
not disassemble or attempt to modify the unit.
l Do not operate the Camcorder during lightning
storms. Unplug power cables of any connected
equipment.
Avoid using the Camcorder under the following
conditions
*Places of extreme humidity or excessive dust.
l Near electrical appliances generating strong mag-
netic fields (fluorescent lights, televisions, speak-
ers).
@Steamy
or sooty places such as near a cooking
stove.
*Excessive mechanical shock or vibration.
*Extremely hot locations such as near heating.
@Wet
locations, such as near swimming pools,
bathtubs and the like.
DO not expose the Camcorder to extremely high
or low temperatures for long periods
l Never leave this Camcorder in direct sunlight, in a
closed car during summer or near a heater
-
this
will most likely deform the exterior and damage the
internal parts of the Camcorder.
l Do not store the Camcorder in places over
60°C.
l Do not use the Camcorder in places over
40°C.
l Do not use the Camcorder in places below 0%.
l Do not use the Camcorder in humid places over 80%
RH.
Store the Camcorder in a location that stays between
-
20°C
and
60°C.
Take extra care when recording outdoors
@Do
not drop or allow it to strike any hard or rough
surface. Protect from damage during transporta-
tion.
l Prevent the Camcorder from getting wet.
@At
the beach, keep away from salt water or spray and
prevent sand from entering the Camcorder.
@Avoid
aiming the lens at extremely bright objects
like the sun or other strong lights.
*Do
not direct the viewfinder eyepiece at the sun.
l Stop using the Camcorder during lightning storms.
BEFORE DISCONNECTING A POWER SOURCE,
ALWAYS SLIDE THE OPERATE SWITCH TO OFF
-
THE OPERATE INDICATOR WILL GO OUT.
Handling the Camcorder
l
Protect the microphone from damage.
l Keep the Camcorder horizontal during use, other-
wise the tape may become slack and be damaged.
*Do not carry the Camcorder by the viewfinder.
Loop the strap over your arm
-
should the Cam-
corder accidentally slip out of
will avoid damaging it.
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your hand, you
*Cap the lens after use. Remember to switch the
power off.
@Do
not touch the focus ring while using Autofocus.
*Before attaching any filter to the lens, switch to manual
focus or switch the power off and remove the lens
hood.
Cleaning the Camcorder
*Detach the battery pack or disconnect the power
before cleaning the Camcorder.
@Remove dust with a soft cloth. Use a soft cloth
moistened with mild detergent to remove persistent
dirt.
l Do not use strong cleaning agents such as PETROL,
thinner or alcohol
-
they may damage the exterior.
*Keep the lens and viewfinder clean. Clean the lens by
first blowing it free of dust, then gently wipe it with a soft
brush or lens cleaning paper moistened with lens
cleaning fluid.
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