Cautions For Storage; Optimal Use Of The Battery - Panasonic NV-GS50EN Operating Instructions Manual

Periodical Check-up
To maintain the highest image quality,
we recommend replacement of worn
parts, such as heads, etc., after
approximately 1000 hours of use. (This,
however, depends on operating
conditions, such as temperature,
humidity, dust, etc.)
ª Optimal Use of the Battery
Battery Characteristics
This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion
battery. Its ability to generate power is
based upon the chemical reaction that
takes place inside it. This reaction is
susceptible to the surrounding
temperature and humidity, and, if the
temperature is too high or too low, the
operating time of the Battery becomes
shorter. If the Battery is used in an
extremely cold environment, the Battery
may operate only for about 5 minutes. If
the Battery becomes extremely hot, a
protective function may operate, and the
Battery may become unusable for a
while.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after
Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the
Movie Camera. (If it is left attached to the
Movie Camera, a minute amount of
current is consumed even when the
Movie Camera power is off.) If the
Battery is left attached to the Movie
Camera for a long time, over discharge
takes place. The Battery may become
unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
≥The Battery has a limited life.
≥Do not throw the Battery into fire
because it may cause an explosion.
Always Keep the Terminals of the
Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting
clogged with dirt, dust, or other
substances.
If you drop the Battery accidentally,
check to see if the Battery body and
terminals are deformed.
Attaching a deformed Battery to the
Movie Camera or AC Adaptor may
damage the Movie Camera or AC
Adaptor.
Others
ª Cautions for Storage
Before storing the Movie Camera,
take the Cassette out and detach the
Battery.
Store all the components in a dry place
with a relatively stable temperature.
(Recommended Temperature: 15 to
25oC, Recommended Humidity: 40 to
60%)
Movie Camera
≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust
from getting into the Camera.
≥Do not leave the Movie Camera in
places that expose it to high
temperature.
Battery
≥Extremely high temperatures or low
temperatures will shorten the life of the
Battery.
≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty
places, the terminal may rust and
cause malfunctions.
≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to
come in contact with metal objects
(such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
This can result in a short circuit or
heat generation and, if you touch the
Battery in this condition, you may be
badly burned.
≥Store the Battery in a completely
discharged state. To store the Battery
for a long period of time, we
recommend you charge it once every
year and store it again after you
completely use up the charged
capacity.
Cassette
≥Before storing it, rewind the tape to the
beginning. If the Cassette is left for
more than 6 months with the tape
stopped midway, the tape sags
(although it depends on the storage
condition). Be sure to rewind to the
beginning.
≥Store the Cassette in its case. Dust,
direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or
humidity may damage the tape. Dust
contains hard mineral particles, and
dusty Cassettes damage the heads of
the Movie Camera and other
components. Develop a habit of
returning the Cassette back to its case.
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