Read This Before Using The Camera - JVC GC-XA1 Detailed User Manual

Safety Instructions
• Before using the product in water, be sure to read p.3 and to use the product correctly.
• Malfunction due to misuse by the customer is not covered by warranty.
• Do not use this product in water deeper than 5 m (16.4 ft) or for longer than 30 minutes.
• Do not drop, puncture or disassemble the camera.
• Use the camera with care. Rough handling may damage the internal components.
• Do not expose the camera to high temperature.
• Please notice that the camera body may become warm when operating it for an extended period.
• Test for proper operation before using the camera.
• Only use accessories supplied by the manufacturer, such as adapter and battery.
• In order to prevent the External Short Circuit of battery, please use the battery bag.
• Remove the battery if the camera is not going to be used for long periods.
• When temperature of the camera reaches to 67°C (152°F), an alarm icon will pop out (
reaches to 70°C (158°F), the camera will turn off automatically for safety concern.
Product Information
• Designs and specifications of the camera are subject to change without notice. This includes primary
product specifications, software, and this user's manual.
• This User's Manual is a general reference guide for the camera.
• The illustrations in this manual may not be the same as the actual design of your camera and those
you see on the LCD screen.
Using at low temperatures
On ski slopes, at high elevations, and in other cold areas where the temperature drops below freezing
0°C (32°F), keep the camera warm inside clothing or other insulating material.
• Prolonged contact with the metallic portions of the exposed can trigger frostbite and other
damage to the skin.
• Temperatures between 0 and -10°C (32 and 14°F) temporarily lower battery performance,
reducing the time available for photography.
• Charging is not possible at temperatures below freezing 0°C (32 °F).
• Turning on the thoroughly chilled camera can result in lower LCD monitor performance,
producing a slightly darker screen, afterimages, and other temporary issues.
• Leaving snow and water droplets on the camera in a freezing environment can produce ice
crystals inside the gaps surrounding the power button, control buttons, speaker, microphone,
etc., interfering with button operation and reducing sound levels.

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