JVC GY-HM620E Instructions Manual page 39

SDHC/SDXC Cards
o SDHC/SDXC card is referred to as SD card in
this manual.
o This camera recorder saves the recorded
images and audio sound on the SD card (sold
separately) in the card slot.
o If the SD card contains files recorded by devices
other than this camera recorder or files that are
saved from a PC, the recordable time may be
shorter or data may not be properly recorded. In
addition, the remaining space on the card may
not increase even when files are deleted using
a PC.
o For details on the combinations of usable SD
card and format setting, refer to the following.
* Using cards other than those from Panasonic,
TOSHIBA or SanDisk may result in recording
failure or data loss.
Handling of SD Cards
o The status indicator lights up in red when data
on the SD card is being accessed.
Do not remove the SD card during data access
(such as recording, playback, or formatting). Do
not turn off the power or remove the battery and
AC adapter during access either.
o Do not use or store the SD card in a place that
is subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
o Do not place the SD card near locations that are
exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio
waves.
o Inserting the SD card incorrectly may result in
damage of this unit or the SD card.
o We are not liable for any accidental loss of data
stored on the SD card. Please back up any
important data.
o Make use of the SD card within the prescribed
conditions of use.
Do not use it at the following locations.
Places that are subject to direct sunlight, high
humidity or corrosion, places near thermal
equipment, sandy or dusty places, or in a car
under the sun with the doors and windows
closed.
o Do not bend or drop the SD card, or subject it to
strong impact or vibration.
o Do not splash the SD card with water.
o Do not dismantle or modify the SD card.
o Do not touch the terminals with your hands or
with a metal object.
o Do not allow dust, dirt, water, or foreign objects
to adhere to the terminals.
o Do not remove the labels or stick other labels or
stickers on the SD cards.
o Do not use pencils or ballpoint pens to write on
the SD cards. Always use oil-based pens.
o If you format (initialize) the SD card, all data
recorded on the card, including video data and
setup files, will be deleted.
o You are recommended to use cards that are
formatted (initialized) on this camera recorder.
The SD card may be damaged if the camera
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recorder is not operated correctly. Formatting
(Initializing) the SD card may allow it to operate
correctly.
SD cards that have been formatted (initialized)
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on other cameras, computers or peripheral
equipment may not operate correctly. In this
case, format (initialize) the SD card on this
camera recorder.
o If you want to wipe out all information by
completely erasing the data, we recommend
either using commercially available software
that is specially designed for that purpose, or by
physically destroying the SD card with a
hammer, etc. When formatting or erasing data
using the camera recorder, only the file
administration information is changed. The data
is not completely erased from the SD card.
o Some commercially available SD cards may be
harder to be removed from this unit. Remove
them by hooking onto the groove on the cards.
It will be easier to remove the cards after several
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times.
Do not stick any stickers on the cards.
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o The SD card may pop out when it is being
removed. Be careful not to lose the card.
GPS a
o The GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites
are managed by the Department of State of the
U.S., and its precision may be altered
intentionally.
o Perform positioning at an unobstructed location
with a clear view that is not indoors or blocked
by trees.
o The time needed for obtaining the position
information may be longer and variation may
also be larger depending on the surrounding
environment and time of day.
o This camera recorder uses the WGS 84 World
Geodetic System.
o Signal from GPS satellites may be interrupted by
communication signal from electronic devices
such as mobile phones.
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