Notes On Using Your Camera - Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A100 Operating Instructions Manual

Notes on using your camera

Types of "Memory Stick" that can be
used (not supplied)
There are two types of "Memory Stick".
"Memory Stick": you cannot use a
"Memory Stick" with your camera.
"Memory Stick Duo": Inserting a
"Memory Stick Duo" into a Memory
Stick Duo Adaptor for CF slot
(supplied).
• When using a "Memory Stick Duo" with the
write-protect switch, set the switch to the
recording position.
• For details on "Memory Stick", see page 139.
Notes on the battery pack
• Charge the NP-FM55H (supplied) battery pack
before using the camera for the first time.
( step 1 in "Read This First")
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• The battery pack can be charged even if it is not
completely discharged. Also, even if the battery
pack is not fully charged, you can use the
partially charged capacity of the battery pack as
is.
• If you do not intend to use the battery pack for a
long time, use up the existing charge and
remove it from your camera, then store it in a
cool, dry place. This is to maintain the battery
pack functions (page 142).
• For details on the battery pack, see page 142.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
Back up recommendation
To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always
copy (back up) data to other medium.
Notes on recording/playback
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read "Precautions"
(page 147) before operating the camera.
• Before you record one-time events, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
entering the inside of the camera may cause
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
• Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a
removed lens or the viewfinder. This may cause
irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may
cause a malfunction of your camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 147).
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to
malfunctions and an inability to record images,
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting in insufficient light
emission.
• Keep the camera, supplied accessories, etc., out
of the reach of children. The battery pack, the
shoe cap, etc., may be swallowed. If such a
problem occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
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