Ibm Microdrive Precautions - Casio QV-4000 User Manual

IBM Microdrive Precautions

Compatibility of the camera with the IBM Microdrive has
been confirmed by CASIO. However, you should note the
following important points whenever using the IBM
Microdrive.
• Be sure to carefully read all of the documentation that
comes with the Microdrive before using it.
• Note that the Microdrive becomes hot during normal use.
Take care when removing it from the camera.
• Take care to avoid strong pressure on the label side of the
Microdrive when it is removed from the camera. Strong
pressure can damage internal components and cause mal-
function.
• Never turn off camera power or subject the camera to im-
pact while the operation/card access lamp is flashing. Do-
ing so can cause malfunction of the Microdrive.
• The Microdrive is a very high precision device. Dropping
the camera can result in malfunction of the Microdrive,
even though the camera is undamaged. Take extra care
when handling the camera while the Microdrive is installed.
• The Microdrive has very large storage capacity. Because
of this, certain operations can take a relatively long time to
perform.
• The Microdrive may not operate properly in areas where
barometric pressure is low. Because of this, you should
avoid using it at high altitudes.
GETTING ACQUAINTED
• A Microdrive consumes much more electrical power than a
CompactFlash card. Depending on how a Microdrive is
used, it can greatly reduce battery life. When using alkaline
batteries, certain operating conditions and certain battery
brands can result in batteries going dead right after you
install new ones. Whenever using a Microdrive, we recom-
mend that you use rechargeable nickel metal hydride bat-
teries or lithium batteries to power the camera.
• When battery power is low, the amount of time required
between shots may become longer. This longer interval is
designed to protect the Microdrive.
In case of Microdrive malfunction....
• Contact your original Microdrive retailer or the contact
point noted in the Microdrive documentation.
• CASIO does not provide any servicing or maintenance
support for the Microdrive.
• Note that CASIO assumes no responsibility for any data
loss you may suffer while using the Microdrive.
• This camera supports use of both a CompactFlash card
and the Microdrive. Note, however, that ejecting a
Microdrive from the camera is relatively more difficult than
ejecting a CompactFlash card.
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