USE
&
CARE
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After operation, remove the battery pack from
the unit.
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Do not aim the lens at the sun.
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not allow
direct sunlight to strike the
VIEWCAM
lens or LCD panel, whether recording is in prog-
ress or not, as it may damage the CCD sensor or
LCD panel surface. Be particularly careful when
recording outside.
@When shooting in dark places, avoid sudden
brightly lit objects or light sources, such as the sun.
Otherwise, the image may white out. Should this
happen, point the camera in a different direction
until the picture returns to normal.
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Avoid magnetic sources.
Using the
VIEWCAM
near strong fluorescent lights,
motors, televisions, or other magnetic sources may
adversely affect recorded images.
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Remember to remove the cassette tape, turn off
the power, and remove the battery pack when
the
VIEWCAM
is not in use.
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Using the
VIEWCAM
near a broadcasting sta-
tion or other powerful transmission source may
cause buzzing or picture deterioration.
*Avoid
shocks and dropping.
Do not drop or otherwise subject the
VIEWCAM
to
hard shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or strik-
ing the unit during recording will generate noise in
the recorded image.
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Watch the temperature and humidity.
You
can use your
VIEWCAM
at 0°C to +
40°C
and
at 35% to 80% relative
humidfty.
Do not store the
unit
in an unventilated car in the summer,
in direct
sunlight, or near strong heat sources; this can
result in severe damage to the unit’s casing and
circuitry. Be careful when handling the unit after it
has been left in a hot place, such as the ones de-
scribed above.
*Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or
other foreign matter could get on or inside the
VIEWCAM.
Such substances could cause mal-
functions.
Do not use your
VIEWCAM
in areas with excessive
smoke or steam.
Do not leave your
VIEWCAM
in areas with exces-
sive dust or moisture.
Such environments can cause mildew to form on
this unit’s lenses. Be sure to provide ample venti-
lation.
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Some small, portable tripods may be difficult to
attach and may not be sturdy enough to sup
port your
VIEWCAM.
Be sure to use only a
strong, stable tripod.
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When you use the
VIEWCAM
at a ski resort or in
some other cold environment, the
VIEWCAM
may chill down enough that its LCD monitor
screen is less bright than normal for a while
after it is turned on. This Is not a malfunction.
If this occurs, put the
VIEWCAM
in a warmer lo-
cation for some time before use. To prevent ex-
cessive cooling, wrap the
VIEWCAM
in a thick
cloth (a blanket, etc.).