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Condensation

If the Condensation Indication flashes after the Movie

Camera is turned on, condensation has formed inside the

Movie Camera. In this case, the Movie Camera power is

turned off automatically after about 1 minute.

Follow the steps below:

Take out the Cassette.

≥None of the other functions operate. Depending on the

amount of condensation, removing the Cassette may

even become difficult. If this happens, wait for

2 to 3 hours before taking the Cassette out.

Open the Cassette Compartment Cover and

wait for 2 to 3 hours.

≥The number of hours to wait depends on the amount of

condensation and ambient temperature.

2 to 3 hours later, turn on the Movie Camera

power and check to see if the Condensation

Indication is displayed.

≥Even if the Condensation Indication is not displayed,

as a precaution, please wait for another hour before

using the Movie Camera.

Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation

Indication is displayed.

≥Because condensation takes place gradually, the

Condensation Indication may not be displayed during the

first 10 to 15 minutes of condensation formation inside the

Movie Camera.

≥In extremely cold places, condensation may freeze and

form frost. In this case, the frost melts first, thus forming

condensation, and then it takes another 2 to 3 hours to

eliminate the condensation.

When the Lens is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] and leave the

Movie Camera in this condition for about 1 hour. When the

lens temperature becomes close to the ambient

temperature, the fog disappears naturally.

Video Head Clogging and Care

If the heads (the parts that make contact with tape) are dirty,

mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or

the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are

extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in

the worst case, the Movie Camera cannot record at all.

Causes of Dirty Heads

≥Large quantity of dust in the air

≥High-temperature and high-humidity environment

≥Damaged tape

≥Long operating hours

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner

Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie Camera

in the same manner as a Video Cassette.

Press the [

] Button, and approximately

20 seconds later, press the [

∫

] Button. (Do not

rewind the tape.)

Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video

Cassette and start recording. Then, play the

tape back to check the recorded image.

If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1 to

3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner for 3 times or

more consecutively.)

Notes:

≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner.

Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use

it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.

≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the tape may

be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that

Cassette.

≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning

may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are

worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads

are cleaned.)

≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner,

the Movie Camera needs to be cleaned at a service centre.

Please consult a dealer.

≥Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from service

centres.

≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a

malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the

warranty.

Periodical Check-up

To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend

replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after

approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends

on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity,

dust, etc.)

Optimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to

generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that

takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the

surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the

temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the

Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an

extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only

for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a

protective function may operate, and the Battery may

become unusable for a while.

Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie Camera. (If it is

left attached to the Movie Camera, a minute amount of

current is consumed even when the Movie Camera power is

off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Movie Camera for a

long time, over discharge takes place. The Battery may

become unusable after it is charged.

Disposing of an Unusable Battery

≥The Battery has a limited life.

≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an

explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or

other substances.

If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the

Battery body and terminals are deformed.

Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie Camera or AC

Adaptor may damage the Movie Camera or AC Adaptor.

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