Sony DSC-P31M Service Manual page 9

Do not shake or strike the camera
In addition to malfunctions and inability to
record images, this may render the "Memory
Stick" unusable or image data breakdown,
damage or loss may occur.
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The auto zoom lens (for the DSC-P71
only)
This camera is equipped with an auto zoom lens.
Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful
not to apply force to it.
LCD screen, LCD finder (only models
with a finder) and lens
• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
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 constantly appear on
the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These
points are normal in the manufacturing
process and do not affect the recording in
any way.
• Be careful when placing the camera near a
window or outdoors. Exposing the LCD
screen, the finder or the lens to direct
sunlight for long periods may cause
malfunctions.
On illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are of the DSC-
P71 unless noted otherwise.
The pictures used in this manual
The photographs used as examples of pictures in
this manual are reproduced images, and are not
actual images shot using this camera.
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DSC-P31/P31M
Do not get the camera wet
When taking pictures outdoors in the rain or
under similar conditions, be careful not to get
the camera wet. If moisture condensation
occurs, see page 99 and follow the
instructions on how to remove it before using
the camera.
Trademarks
• "Memory Stick," , "MagicGate Memory
Stick," and , are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
•
is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks of the U.S. Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime, are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• In addition, system and product names used in
this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
developers or manufacturers. However, the
or ® marks not used in all cases in this manual.
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