Sony HDR CX12 Operating Guide - Page 6

Using the camcorder  The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. See "Precautions" (p. 32).  Do not Eject the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" when the Access lamp (p. 13) is lit or flashing. Otherwise, the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" may be damaged, recorded images may be lost or other malfunctions could occur.  Do not do any of the following when the (Movie)/ (Still) mode lamp (p. 12), Access lamp (p. 13) or the QUICK ON lamp (p. 19) is lit or flashing. Otherwise, the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" may be damaged, recorded images may be lost or other malfunctions could occur.  Remove the battery pack, AC Adaptor or Handycam Station from the camcorder  Apply mechanical shock or vibration to the camcorder  When inserting or ejecting the "Memory Stick PRO Duo," be careful so that the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" does not pop out and drop.  When connecting your camcorder to another device with communication cables, be sure to insert the connector plug in the correct way. Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will damage the terminal and may result in a malfunction of your camcorder.  If you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the "Memory Stick PRO Duo." Images cannot be saved or recorded. In such a case, save your images on some type of external media first, and then perform [MEDIA FORMAT] (p. 26).  Hold your camcorder correctly, then fasten the grip belt as shown in the illustration. US   To adjust the LCD panel, open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (). You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the lens side () to record in mirror mode.  90 degrees (max.)  90 degrees to the camcorder  180 degrees (max.)  The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on the LCD screen. These points are normal results of the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.  Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Commander. Insulation sheet On recording  Before starting to record, test the recording function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems.  Compensation for the contents of recordings cannot be provided, even if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of the camcorder, recording "Memory Stick PRO Duo," etc.  TV color systems differ depending on the country/region. To view your recordings on a TV, you need an NTSC system-based TV.  Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the copyright laws.