Sony CCD-TR44 Operation Manual page 41

Precautions
Camcorde_ Operation
-Operate the eamcorder using 60 V (battery pack), or Z5 V (AC power adaptor).
o For DC or AC operation, use ouly timerecommended accessories.
• Should any solid object or liquid latl into the casing, unplug the eamcorder and have il ch_'cked by w_ur
nearest Sony dealer berate operaling it any hzrther.
• Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. I_e particularly careful of timelens
• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF _hen not using the camera
• Do not wrap up the camc_*rder and _perate 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 into the small holes cm the rear of the cassette. These holes are used tel sense the
type, thickness of tape, or if timetab is out or ill.
Camcorder Care
• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the
cassette. 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 t_ renlove dust. If there are fingerprints on the !ens, remove them with
a soft cloth.
• Clean the cam corder body with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of sol_ ent which may damage the finish.
AC Power Adaptor
Charging
• Use only for the specified battery pack. This unit cannot be used to charge a lithium ion type battery.
• Attach the battery, pack firmly
• Charge the battery pack on a fiat surface without vibration.
Others
• Unplug the unit from the wall (mains) outlet when not in use fora long time. To disconnect the cord
(mains lead), pull it out by the plug. Never pull tbe cord itself.
• Do not operate timeunit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the AC power cord (mains lead) forcibly, or put a heavy object on it. This will damage the
cord and may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
• Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of timeconnecting plate. If this
happens, a short may occur and timeunit may be damaged.
• Always keep the metal contacts clean
• Do not disassemble the unit
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop timeunit.
• While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers and video
equipment because it will disturb AM reception a_ld rider3 operation.
• The unit becomes warm while in use. This is normal
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
- Extremely hot or cold
- Dusty or dirty
- Very humid
- Vibrating
If any difficulty should arise, unplug the unit and contact your nearest Sony dealer.
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