Sanyo VPC HD1 Instruction Manual, VPC-HD1A Safety - Page 1
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SAFETY MANUAL USING YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA SAFELY AND CORRECTLY i Before using your camera, please read and understand these safety instructions as well as the instruction manual for your camera. i Keep all manuals in a safe place for later reference. i These safety instructions cover both the camera and its accessories. Depending on which product was purchased, the camera specifications and accessories may differ. CAUTIONS CONCERNING BOTH CAMERA AND ACCESSORIES WARNING k If a device makes a strange noise, emits a strange odor, or if smoke comes out from it, immediately turn off the power and proceed as follows i If a device is used under these conditions, it may cause a fire or electric shock. 1 Turn off the device. 2 When use the docking station or AC adaptor/charger, unplug the power cord from the power outlet. 3 Remove the battery. i After completing these actions, wait to make sure no more smoke comes from the device. Then take it to the dealer for service. Do not try to repair or open the device yourself. k Do not use during a storm i To avoid the risk of being struck by lightning, do not use the devices during a thunderstorm. In particular, if used in an open field, you have an increased chance of being struck by lightning. Quickly seek refuge in a place that will protect you from lightning. k Keep the devices out of the reach of children i The following may happen if children play with the devices: h They may wrap the neckstrap around their neck and suffocate. h They may swallow the battery or other small parts. In such a case, consult a physician immediately. h They may damage their eyesight if the flash goes off too close to their eyes. h They may get hurt by the camera or other devices. k Do not disassemble or modify i It is dangerous to touch the inside of the devices. Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. i The camera, especially, incorporates high-voltage circuits. i Any internal check, setting, or repair should be performed by the dealer. i Do not use the AC adaptor as a direct current generator. CAUTIONS CONCERNING THE CAMERA WARNING k Do not use while driving i Do not capture images, play back images, or watch the LCD monitor while driving a vehicle. Doing so may cause an accident. i Be careful where you put down the camera inside an automobile. During sudden stops or turns it may fall behind the brake pedal and prevent braking. k Be aware of your surroundings when using the camera i Pay close attention to your surroundings when using the camera. Failure to do so may lead to an accident or injury. i When using the camera while walking, be very careful of your surroundings and especially the traffic to avoid accidents. i Do not use the camera inside an airplane or elsewhere where its use may be restricted. Doing so may cause an accident. k Do not get the camera wet i This camera is not water-resistant. Do not allow it to get wet, as doing so may cause a fire or electric shock. i Do not use the camera in a bathroom. i If the camera gets wet, immediately turn it off and remove the battery pack. Then take it to a dealer for repair. Using the camera after it has been become wet may cause a fire, electric shock, or other accident. k Do not place on an unstable surface i The camera may fall, resulting in damage to the camera or injury. i If the camera has fallen and its body is damaged, turn it off, remove the battery pack, and take it to the dealer for repair. Using the camera after its body has been damaged may cause a fire or electric shock. k Do not look through the camera into the sun i Do not look through the camera at the sun or any other strong source of light. Doing so may seriously injure your eyes. k Do not use the flash close to a person's face i To prevent possible eye injury, do not use the flash near a person's face. If the flash is used close to a person's opened eyes, there is a risk that it may damage that person's eyesight. Especially with young children or babies, use the flash from a distance of at least 1 meter away. k Do not use where there is risk of explosion i Do not use the camera in a location where there is explosive gas, or any other flammable material in the air. Doing so may cause a fire or an explosion. CAUTION k Cautions when carrying the camera i Do not walk around with the camera suspended from your neck or dangling from your wrist. It may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold the camera in your hand or place it in a pocket. i Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to strong shocks. i Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the camera lens, as that may damage the internal parts. When not using the camera, be sure to always turn it off and confirm that the lens is covered. k If the camera is not going to be used for a long period of time i For safety's sake, remove the battery pack from the camera. This will prevent any possible excess heat or leakage of battery fluid that may result in injuries or damage to nearby objects. k Cautions during use and storage i This camera is a precision instrument. It should not be used or stored where there are extreme changes in temperature or humidity, or where it may be exposed to water or dust. Operating environment: i Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) (operation) -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) (storage) i Humidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation) 10 to 90% (storage, no condensation) k Do not cover or wrap the camera in a cloth or blanket i It may generate heat and cause the casing to warp or cause a fire. 1