Sony HDR-AS50R Read This First Manual page 111

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On cleaning
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a
dry cloth. Do not use any of the following as they may damage the finish or the casing.
Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen
or insecticide, etc.
Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand.
Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.
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On operating temperatures
The camera is designed for use in temperatures between –10°C and +40°C (14°F and 104°F).
Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.
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On moisture condensation
If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or
outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about 1 hour for the moisture to evaporate.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm place (or vice
versa) or when you use the camera in a humid place as shown below.
When you bring the camera from a ski slope into a warm place.
When you bring the camera from an air conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.
When you use the camera after a squall or a shower.
When you use the camera in a hot and humid place.
How to avoid moisture condensation
When you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm place, put the camera in a plastic bag and
seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached the
ambient temperature (after about 1 hour).
Precautions
Precautions
Precautions