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Additional Information
Precautions
On
use
and
care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories
in
the following locations:
- Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60°C (140°F), such
as
under direct
sunlight, near heaters
or
in a car parked
in
the
sun. They may malfunction or become
deformed.
- Near strong magnetic fields
or
mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
- Near strong radio waves
or
radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record properly.
- Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
- On a sandy beach
or
anywhere dusty.
If
sand
or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
- Near windows
or
outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewfinder
or
the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the
inside
of
the LCD screen
or
the viewfinder.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 VI7.2 V
(battery pack)
or
DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC
or
AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain
or
sea water.
If
your camcorder gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
•
If
any solid object
or
liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such as
hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful
of
the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)
when you are not using your camcorder.
• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
• When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord (lead).
• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
• Keep metal contacts clean.
• Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery out
of
children's reach.
If
the battery is
accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.
•
If
the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
- Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
- Wash
off
any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
-
If
any liquid gets
in
your eyes, wash with
plenty
of
water and consult a doctor.
•
When
not
using
your
camcorder
for
a
long
time
• Periodically tum it on and let it run such as by
playing back
or
recording images for about 3
minutes.
• Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
LCD
screen
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
•
If
your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back
of
the
LCD
screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
•
To
clean
the
LCD
screen
If
fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it
is
recommended you use a soft
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly
to
the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
On
handling
the
casing
•
If
the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
• Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
- Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
- Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands
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