Notes On Optional Accessories; Lcd Screen; When The Camcorder Is Connected To A Computer Or Accessories - Sony HDR-GW77V/B Operating Manual

or play back on the camcorder, due to the
protection features of the camcorder being
activated in such situations. In this case, an
indicator appears on the LCD screen.
Notes on charging through the USB
cable
Operation with all computers is not assured.
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If you connect the camcorder to a laptop
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computer that is not connected to a power
source, the battery of the laptop computer will
continue to use up its charge. Do not leave the
camcorder connected to a computer in this
manner.
Charging with a personally assembled
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computer, with a converted computer, or
through a USB hub are not guaranteed.
The camcorder may not function correctly
depending on the USB device which is used
with the computer.
While the camcorder is connected to your
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computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up
from sleep mode, or shut down the computer.
These operations may cause the camcorder to
malfunction. Disconnect the camcorder from
the computer before you attempt one of these
operations.
When the camcorder is connected to
a computer or accessories
Do not try to format the recording media of the
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camcorder using a computer. If you do so, your
camcorder may not operate correctly.
When connecting the camcorder to another
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device with communication cables, be sure to
insert the connector plug in the correct way.
Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal
will damage the terminal and may result in a
malfunction of the camcorder
When the camcorder is connected to other
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devices through a USB connection and the
power of the camcorder is turned on, do not
close the LCD panel. The image data that has
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been recorded may be lost.


Notes on optional accessories

We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.
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Genuine Sony accessories may not be available
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in some countries/regions.

LCD screen

Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD
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screen, as it may cause uneven color and other
damage.
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
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residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
While using your camcorder, the back of
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the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
On handling the casing
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
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with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
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finish:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzene,
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alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Handling the camcorder with above
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substances on your hands
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
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vinyl objects for a long period of time
On handing the LCD screen and the
light-emitting part of flash
If fingerprints or dust make dirty, it is
recommended that you use a soft cloth to
clean it.