Maintenance And Precautions - Sony HANDYCAM DCR-TRV361 Operation Manual

About i,LINK Baud rate
i.LINK's maximum baud rate varies according
to the device. There are three types.
S100 (approx. 100Mbps*)
$200 (approx. 200Mbps)
$400 (approx. 400Mbps)
The baud rate is listed under "Specifications" in
the operating instructions of each piece of
device. It is also indicated near the i.LINK
interface on some device.
The maximum baud rate for device that does not
have any indication (such as |his unit) is
"SI00."
The baud rate may differ from the indicated
value when lhe unit is connected to device with
a different maximum baud rate.
* Whal is Mbps?
Mbps stands for "megabits per second," or tile
amount of data tha_ can be sent or received in one
second. For example, a baud rate of 100 Mbps means
tha1100 megabits of data can be sent in one second.
To use i,LINK functions on this unit
For details on how to dub when 1his unit is
connected to other video device having a DV
interface, see page 86, 87.
This unit can also be connecled 1o other i.LINK
(DV interli_ce) compatible device made by
Sony (e.g. a VAIO series personal computer) as
well as to video device.
Before connecting this unit to your computer,
make sure that application software supported
by this unit is already installed oll your
computer.
Some i.LINK compatible video device such as
Digital Televisions, DVD recorders/players,
and MICROMV recorders/players are not
compatible with DV device. Betbre connecting
to other device, be sure to confirm whether the
device is compatible with DV device or not.
For details on precautions and compatible
application software, refer also to the operating
instructions for the device to be connected.
Aboutthe required i.LINK cable
Use the Sony i.LINK 4-pin-to-4-pin cable
(during DV dubbing).
i.LINK and _ are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
Maintenance and
precautions
On use and care
• Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the lbllowing locations.
Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never
leave them exposed to temperatures above
60°C (140°F), such as under direct sunlight,
near heaters or in a car parked in the sun.
They may malfunction or become
deformed.
Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical
vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation. The
camcorder may not be able to record
properly.
Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
Sandy beach or anywhere dusty, if sand or
dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen, the viewllnder, or the lens may be
exposed to direct sunlight. This damages
the inside of the viewfinder or the LCD
screen.
Anywhere very humid.
• Operate your camcorder on DC 7.2 V (battery
pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for
example, from rain or sea water. If your
camcorder gets wet, it may malfunction.
Sometimes this malfunction cannot be
repaired.
• If any solid object or liquid get inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it
any further.
• Avoid rough handling disassembling,
modifying or mechanical shock. Be
particularly caret_l of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch setting to (CHG)
OFF when you are not using your camcorder.
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