Optimal Use Of The Battery; Cautions For Storage - Panasonic Palmcorder MultiCam PV-GS50-K Operating Instructions Manual

ª Optimal Use of the Battery
Battery Characteristics
This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its
ability to generate power is based upon the
chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This
reaction is affected by the surrounding temperature
and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or
too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes
shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold
environment, the Battery may operate only for about
5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a
protective function may operate, and the Battery
may even become unusable for awhile.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery After Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Palmcorder.
(If it is left attached to the Palmcorder, a minute
amount of current is consumed even when the
Palmcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left
attached to the Palmcorder for a long time, over
discharge takes place. The Battery may become
unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an unusable Battery
≥The Battery has a limited life.
≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may
cause an explosion.
Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt,
dust, or other substances.
If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if
the Battery body and terminals are damaged.
Attaching a damaged Battery to the Palmcorder or
AC Adaptor may damage the Palmcorder or AC
Adaptor.
ª Cautions for Storage
Before storing the Palmcorder, take the Cassette
out and detach the Battery.
Store all the components in a dry place with a
relatively stable temperature.
≥Recommended Temperature: 59 oF to 77 oF (15oC
to 25 oC), Recommended Humidity: 40% to 60%
Palmcorder
≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from
getting into the Palmcorder.
≥Do not leave the Palmcorder in places that expose
it to high temperature.
Battery
≥Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures
will shorten the life of the Battery.
≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the
terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in
contact with metal objects (such as necklaces,
hairpins, etc.) This can result in a short circuit or
heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this
condition, you may be badly burned.
≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged state.
To store the Battery for a long period of time, we
recommend you charge it once every year and
store it again after you completely use up the
charged capacity.
Cassette
≥Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning.
If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with
the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although
it depends on the storage conditions.) Be sure to
rewind to the beginning.
≥Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight
(ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the
tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and
dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the
Palmcorder and other components. Develop a
habit of returning the Cassette back to its case.
≥Twice a year, wind the tape to the end and then
rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for
1 year or longer without winding or rewinding,
temperature and humidity changes may cause the
Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and
so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself.
≥Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic
substances or equipment.
≥The surface of tape is covered with extremely
minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are
recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have
magnetic force that is stronger than you may
normally expect, and they may erase the contents
of a recording or may cause noise in images and
sounds.
Card
≥When the Card is being read, do not remove the
Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration or
impact.
≥Do not leave the Card in places where there is
high temperature or direct sunlight, or where
electromagnetic waves or static electricity are
easily generated.
≥Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the
recorded content may be damaged.
≥After use, be sure to remove the Card from the
Palmcorder.
≥After use, store the supplied SD Memory Card in
the enclosed bag.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card
with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to
enter it.
≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
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