Sony Handycam CCD-FX520 Operation Manual page 40

Camcorder Care
• Never leave the camcorder under temperatures above 60'C (140' F), such as in a car parked in the sun or
under direct sunlight.
• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, disconnect the power source and remove the tape.
Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and VTR sections and play back a tape for about 3
minutes.
• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens, remove them with a soft
cloth.
• Clean the camcorder body with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the finish.
Handling Tapes
• Do not insert anything into the small holes on the rear of the cassette. These holes are used to sense the
type, thickness of the tape, or if the tab is out or in.
AC Power Adaptor Care
Charging
• Repeated charging while some capacity remains causes a lowering of battery capacity. However, the
original battery capacity can be recovered if you use the battery completely and charge it fully again.
• Charge the battery on a flat place without vibration.
• The battery will get hot during charging. But it is normal.
• Do not continuously recharge a charged battery pack as that will cause the battery pack efficiency to
deteriorate.
Charging temperature
The temperature range for charging is 5°C to 35°C (41 °F to 95°F). However, to prevent maximum battery
efficiency, the recommended temperature range is 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Others
• The model for USA or Canada: One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of safety and
will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your
dealer.
• Disconnect the plug of the unit from the wall outlet when not in use for a long time. To disconnect the AC
power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if it has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not bend the AC power cord 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 the connecting surface. If it does, a
short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
• Always keep the metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
• While the unit is in use, particularlyduring charging, keep it away from any AM receivers
andvideo
equipment because it will disturb AM reception and video operation.
• Do not place the unit in locations where it is:
--Extremely hot or cold
--:Dusty or dirty
--Very humid
--Vibrating
• If any difficulty should arise, disconnect the plug of the unit and contact the nearest Sony dealer.
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