Cautions - JVC GR-SZ5000EG Instructions Manual

CAUTIONS

DANGER:
Video Light
• The video light becomes extremely hot. Do not
touch it either while in operation or soon after
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
• Do not place the camcorder into the carrying case
immediately after using the video light, since it
remains extremely hot.
• When operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm
(1 ft.) between the video light and people or
object.
• Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.
General Battery Precautions
• When the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) is
not functioning even when correctly operated, the
batteries are exhausted. Replace them with fresh
ones.
• Use only the following batteries:
C-P6U or C-P7U .................... R6 (AA) size
Please make note of the following rules for battery
use. When misused, batteries can leak or explode.
1. Refer to the instructions when replacing the
battery.
2. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat as they
can leak or explode.
3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
4. Remove the battery from the unit if it is to be
stored for an extended period to avoid battery
leakage which can cause malfunctions.
Battery Packs
The supplied battery pack is a nickel-
cadmium battery. Before using the
supplied battery pack or an optional
battery pack, be sure to read the
following cautions:
1. To avoid hazard . . .
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.
.... do not modify or disassemble.
.... use only specified chargers.
2. To prevent damage and prolong service
life . . .
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
.... avoid repeated charging without fully
discharging.
.... charge in an environment where
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
3. To prevent damage to the camcorder . . .
.... replace the battery pack when it begins to
NOTE:
It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Ranges
Charging ................................... 10°C to 35°C
Operation ................................. 0°C to 40°C
Storage ...................................... –10°C to 30°C
NOTES:
Recharging time is based on room temperature of
20°C.
The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
read the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
.... do not load and unload the cassette
Terminals
.... do not open the front tape cover. This
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won't be subject to unnecessary
.... where they won't be exposed to strong
.... vertically, in their original cases.
temperatures are within the tolerances shown
in the chart below. This is a chemical
reaction type battery—cooler temperatures
impede chemical reaction, while warmer
temperatures can prevent complete charging.
to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
not in use, as some machines use current
even when switched off.
deliver less recording time per charge.
VHS-C mark.
tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
when inserting.
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run
at all. This slackens the tape and can result in
damage.
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.
shock or vibration.
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
motors, transformers or magnets).
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