Sony DSCP51 Operating Instructions - Page 99

Precautions Cleaning Cleaning the LCD screen Clean the screen surface with an LCD cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the lens Wipe the lens with a soft cloth to remove fingerprints, dust, etc. Cleaning the camera surface Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, alcohol or benzine as this may damage the finish or the casing. Note on operating temperature The camera is designed for use within a temperature range of 0° to 40° (32°F to 104°F). Shooting in extremely cold or hot locations that exceed this range is not recommended. On moisture condensation If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera. Moisture condensation occurs easily when: • The camera is brought from a cold location such as a ski slope into a warmly heated room. • The camera is taken from an airconditioned room or car interior to the hot outdoors, etc. To prevent moisture condensation When bringing the camera from a cold place to a warm place, seal the camera in a plastic bag and leave it in the new location for about an hour. Remove the plastic bag when the camera has adapted to the new temperature. If moisture condensation occurs Turn off the camera and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate. Note that if you attempt to shoot with moisture remaining inside the lens, you will be unable to record clear images. The internal rechargeable button battery This camera has an internal rechargeable button battery for maintaining the date and time and other settings regardless of whether the power is on or off. This rechargeable button battery is continually charged as long as you are using the camera. However, if you use the camera for only short periods it discharges gradually, and if you do not use the camera at all for about one month it becomes completely discharged. In this case, be sure to charge this rechargeable button battery before using the camera. Note that even if this rechargeable button battery is not charged, you can still use the camera as long as you do not record the date and time. Charging the battery Connect the camera to a wall outlet (mains) using the AC power adapter or install a charged battery pack, and leave the camera for 24 hours or more with the POWER button set to OFF. 99 Additional information