Do’s and Don’ts
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Condensation
Moving the camcorder rapidly between
hot and cold temperatures may cause
condensation (water droplets) to form on
its internal surfaces. Stop using the
camcorder if condensation is detected.
Continued use may damage the
camcorder.
Condensation may form in the following
cases:
When the camcorder is moved from an
air-conditioned room to a warm, humid
place
When the camcorder is moved from a
cold place to a warm room
When the camcorder is left in a humid
room
When a cold room is heated rapidly
T
O
AVOID
CONDENSATION
Do not expose the camcorder to
sudden or extreme changes in
temperature.
Remove the cassette, place the
camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and
let it adjust to temperature changes
slowly before removing it from the bag.
W
HEN
CONDENSATION
IS
DETECTED
The camcorder automatically shuts off,
the warning message “CONDENSATION
HAS BEEN DETECTED” appears for
approx. 4 seconds and
starts flashing.
If a cassette is loaded, the warning
message “REMOVE THE CASSETTE”
appears and
starts flashing. Remove
the cassette immediately and leave the
cassette compartment open. Leaving the
cassette in the camcorder may damage
the tape.
A cassette cannot be loaded when
condensation is detected.
R
ESUMING
USE
The precise time required for water
droplets to evaporate will vary depending
on the location and weather conditions.
After the condensation warning stops
flashing, wait for 1 more hour before
resuming use.
