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Near windows or outdoors, where the
viewfinder, or the lens may be exposed to
direct sunlight. This damages the screen.
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
Do not let this product get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If this product gets
wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug this product and have it checked
by a Sony dealer before operating it any further.
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Turn the power off when you are not using this
product.
Do not wrap this product with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord.
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
Do not use a deformed or damaged battery
pack.
Keep metal contacts clean.
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
Consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
Wash off any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
If any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
When not using this product for a long
time
To keep this product in optimum state for a
long time, turn it on and let it run by recording
and playing back images about once a month.
Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
Moisture condensation
If this product is brought directly from a cold
place to a warm place, moisture may condense
inside this product. This may cause a malfunction
to this product.
If moisture condensation has occurred
Leave this product for about 1 hour without
turning it on.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring this
product from a cold place into a warm place (or
vice versa) or when you use this product in a
humid place as follows:
You bring this product from a ski slope into a
place warmed up by a heating device.
You bring this product from an air
conditioned car or room into a hot place
outside.
You use this product after a squall or a
shower.
You use this product in a hot and humid
place.
How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring this product from a cold place
into a warm place, put this product in a plastic
bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when
the air temperature inside the plastic bag has
reached the surrounding temperature (after
about 1 hour).
On handling the casing
If the casing is soiled, clean this product body
with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
finish:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Handling this product with above substances
on your hands
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time
