Sony FDR-AX1 Operating Guide - Page 54

Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/ region using the AC Adaptor or Charger supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Viewing on TV Before recording a movie with your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set "NTSC/PAL Area" in "Country" of System menu to the appropriate TV system for the country/region in which you intended to view the movie. The following shows which countries and regions require "NTSC Area" or "PAL Area" setting. NTSC Area: Bahama Islands, Bolivia, Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, Taiwan, the Philippines, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc. PAL Area: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Guiana, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, etc. Simple setting of the clock by time difference When you are abroad, set "Time Zone" of "Clock Set" in the System menu (page 47). Use and Storage Do not subject the unit to severe shock The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped. Do not cover the unit while operating Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up. After use Always set the power switch to OFF. Before storing the unit for a long period Remove the battery pack. Do not leave the camcorder with the lenses facing the sun Direct sunlight can enter through the lenses, be focused in the camcorder, and cause fire. Shipping • Remove the memory cards before transporting the unit. • If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other transportation service, pack it in the shipping carton of the unit. Care of the unit If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, as these may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish of the unit. About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack Your camcorder operates only with an "InfoLITHIUM" L series battery pack of a large capacity, NP-F970 (supplied). You cannot use NP-F570/F770 (sold separately). "InfoLITHIUM" L series battery packs have the mark. What is an "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack? An "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder, the supplied AC Adaptor or Charger. To charge the battery pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. To use the battery pack effectively • Battery pack performance decreases when the ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below, and the length of time you can use the battery pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the following to use the battery pack for a longer time. -Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up, and install it in your camcorder right before you start taking shots. Appendices 54 Important Notes on Operation