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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 [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] 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.
ª 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
1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie
Camera in the same manner as a
Video Cassette.
2 Press the [1] Button, and
approximately 20 seconds later, press
the [∫] Button. (Do not rewind the
tape.)
3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a
Video Cassette and start recording.
Then, play the tape back to check the
recorded image.
4 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.)
ª 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.
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