Sony Handycam DCR-HC62 Operating Manual page 85

Video head
It is recommended you use a cleaning
cassette (optional) before recording
anything important.
• If the video heads are dirty, video or sound
distortion may be apparent.
• If the following problem occurs, clean the video
heads for 10 seconds with the Sony DVM-
12CLD cleaning cassette (optional).
- Mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback
picture or the screen is displayed in blue.
- Playback pictures do not move.
- Playback pictures do not appear or the sound
breaks off.
-
[O~ Dirty video head. Use a cleaning
cassette.] appears on the screen during
recording/playback.
• The video heads will wear after long use. If you
cannot obtain a clear image even after using a
cleaning cassette (optional), it might be because
the video heads are worn. Please contact your
Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service
facility to have the video heads replaced.
LCD screen
• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not a malfunction.
• While using your camcorder, the back of the
LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
• To clean the LCD screen
If
fingerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended you use a soft
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
• On adjustment of the touch panel
(CALIBRATION)
The buttons on the touch panel may not
work correctly.
If
this happens, follow the
procedure below.
It is recommended you connect your
camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket)
using the supplied AC Adaptor during the
operation.
CD
Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to tum
on the PLAY/EDIT lamp.
®
Touch Ip·MENUI - . [MENU]
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(STANDARD SET) - . [CALIBRATION]
-.!OKI.
The screen changes to 16:9 ratio when
using 4:3 ratio.
x
CALIBRATION
1/3
Touch the
"XU
ICANCELI
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Touch the "x" displayed on the screen with
the comer of the "Memory Stick Duo" or
the like.
The position of the
"x"
changes.
To cancel [CALIBRATION], touch
[CANCEL].
If
you did not press the right spot, start from
step
®
again.
" Notes
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is
rotated.
On handling the casing
• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
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
finish.
- Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen.
- Handling with above substances on your
hands.
- Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.
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