Canon XL H1A Instruction Manual page 139

Condensation
Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water
droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected.
Continued use may damage the camcorder.
Condensation may form in the following cases:
When the camcorder is moved from an air-conditioned
room to a warm, humid place
When the camcorder is left in a humid room
How to avoid condensation:
Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature
changes slowly before removing it from the bag.
When condensation is detected:
The camcorder stops operating, and the warning message "CONDENSATION HAS BEEN
DETECTED" appears for approx. 4 seconds and " " starts flashing.
If a cassette is loaded, the warning message "REMOVE THE CASSETTE" appears and "
flashing. Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open. Leaving the
cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape.
A cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected.
Resuming use:
It takes about 1 hour until the water droplets evaporate. After the condensation warning stops flashing,
wait for 1 more hour before resuming use.
When the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a
warm room
When a cold room is heated rapidly
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