time of purchase.
LCD screen
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 shooting in any way.
A: White, red, blue or green points
B: Black points
About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays
Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to
change without notice.
In this manual, the memory card is called “recording media.”
On use and care
The camcorder is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed.
Do not hold the camcorder by the jack cover.
Do not aim the camcorder at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to
malfunction. Take images of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at dusk.
Do not use or store the camcorder and accessories in the following locations:
Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid. Never leave them exposed to
temperatures above 60 ˚C (140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near heaters
or in a car parked in the sun. They may malfunction or become deformed.
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration. The camcorder may
malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The camcorder may not be able to record
properly.
Near tuner devices such as TVs or radio. Noise may occur.
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand or dust gets in your camcorder,
it may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD screen or the lens may be exposed
to direct sunlight. This damages the LCD screen.
For AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating
instructions.
Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example, from rain or sea water. If your
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