Sony Handycam DCR-DVD200 Operating Instructions Manual page 132

Maintenance information and precautions
AC adaptor
• Unplug the unit from the walt outlet when
you are not using it for a long time. To
disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the
plug. Never pull the power cord itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord
or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place
a heavy object on it. This will damage the
cord and may cause fire or electric shock.
• Prevent metallic objects fl'om coming into
contact with the metal parts of the connecting
section. If this happens, a short may occur
and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the
unit.
• While the unit is in use, particularly during
charging, keep it away from AM receivers
and video equipment. AM receivers and
video equipment disturb AM reception and
video operation.
• The unit becomes warm during use. This is
not a malfunction.
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
- extremely hot or cold
- dusty or dirty
-
very humid
- vibrating
Rechargeable battery pack
• Use only the specified charger oi"video
equipment with the charging function.
• To prevent an accident fl'om a short circuit,
do not allow metal objects to come into
contact with the battery terminals.
• Keep the battery pack away fl'om fire.
• Never expose the battery pack to
temperatures above 60°C (140°F), such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct
sunlight.
• Keep the battery pack dry.
• Do not expose the battery pack to any
mechanical shock.
• Do not disassemble or modify the battery
pack.
• Attach the battery pack to the video
equipment securely.
Charging the built-in
rechargeable battery in your
camcorder
The built-in rechargeabte battery is installed in
your camcorder to retain the date and time,
etc., regardless of the setting of the POWER
switch. The built-in rechargeable battery is
always charged as long as you are using your
camcorder. The battery, however, will become
discharged gradually if you do not use your
camcorder. It will be completely discharged in
about three months if you do not use your
camcorder at all. Even if the built-in
rechargeable battery is not charged, it will not
affect camcorder operation. To retain the date,
time, and other information, charge the battery
if it is discharged.
Charging the built-in rechargeable battery:
• Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet
using the AC adaptor supplied with your
camcorder, and leave your camcorder with
the POWER switch turned off for more than
24 hours.
• Or, install a fully charged battery pack in
your camcorder, and leave your camcorder
with the POWER switch turned off for more
than 24 hours.
Notes on dry batteries
To avoid possible damage from battery
leakage or corrosion, observe the following:
- Be sure to insert the batteries with the + and
- correctly matching the + and - terminals
inside the battery compartment.
- Dry batteries are not rechargeabte.
- Do not use a combination of new and old
batteries.
- Do not use different types of batteries.
- Current flows fl'om batteries when you are
not using them for a long time.
- Do not use leaking batteries.
If batteries are leaking
• Wipe off the liquid in the battery
compartment carefully before replacing the
batteries.
• If you touch the liquid, wash it off with
water.
• If the liquid gets into your eyes, wash your
eyes with a lot of water and then consult a
doctor immediately.
If any problem occurs, unplug your camcorder
1 32 and contact your nearest Sony dealer.