Sony Handycam Vision DCR-TRV9 Operating Instructions Manual page 75

Maintenance information and precautions
Note
If the DVM12CL cleaning cassette (not supplied) is not available in your area, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Precautions
Camcorder operation
• Operate the camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC power adaptor).
• Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and have it
checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the camcorder.
• Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally.
• Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
On handling tapes
• Do not insert anything in the small holes on the cassette.
• Do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape.
• Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with a
soft cloth.
Camcorder care
• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and
remove the tape. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and player sections
and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens,
remove them with a soft cloth.
• Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a
mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy beach or
in a dusty place, protect it from the sand or dust. Sand or dust may cause the unit to
malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.
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