Panasonic PV GS15 Digital Video Camera - Page 73

Others ª About the Camcorder ≥When the Camcorder is used for a long time, the Camcorder body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment such as a cellular phones, microwave ovens, TVs, and video game equipment. ≥If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. ≥Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors. ≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by digital circuits including microprocessor may adversely affect the Camcorder, causing the disturbance of images and sounds. ≥If the Camcorder is affected by such equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the battery or AC adaptor. Then, connect the battery or AC adaptor again and turn on the Camcorder power. Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables. ≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected. Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder. ≥If the Camcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the Camcorder body may become deformed and the surface finish may peel off. ≥Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the Camcorder for a long time. When you use your Camcorder in a sandy or dusty place such as on a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the Camcorder. Also, protect the Camcorder from getting wet. ≥Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a cassette.) ≥If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the Camcorder body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth. While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump it. ≥A strong impact on the Camcorder may break its housing, causing it to malfunction. Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Camcorder. ≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket. ≥The Camcorder body may be discoloured and the surface finish may peel off. ≥Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. To remove stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked in a neutral detergent diluted with water and wipe the Camcorder with it. Afterwards, wipe it with a dry cloth. ≥When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions. Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use. ≥If you use the Camcorder for a long time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction. ≥This Camcorder is not intended for business use. About the flash ≥Since there are high-voltage sections inside the flash, do not disassemble it to avoid electric shock. ª About the battery The battery used in the Camcorder is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the effect of temperature increases with increasing or decreasing temperature. In the low temperature range, the fully charged indication may not appear, or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high temperature, moreover, the protection function may work, disabling use of the Camcorder. Be sure to detach the battery after use ≥If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is [OFF]. If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The battery may become unusable after it is charged. Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the period during you want to record pictures in. In cold places such as a ski resort, the period during which you can record pictures is shortened. ≥When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries at your destination. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are deformed. ≥Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder or AC adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC adaptor. 73 LSQT0861