Appendices; Precautions; Error Messages; Using A "Memory Stick Duo - Sony Power HADFX HDC-P1 Operation Manual

Appendices

Precautions

Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage the CCDs. If you shoot a scene that
includes a laser beam, be careful not to let a laser beam
become directed into the lens of the camera.
Do not subject to severe shocks
Damage to the case or internal components may result.
When finished using
Set the power switch to OFF.
Operation and storage environment
Store in a level place with air conditioning.
If the unit gets wet, make sure it is completely dry before
storage.
Avoid use or storage in the following places:
• Extremely hot or cold places
• Places with high humidity
• Places with strong vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• In places where it receives much direct sunlight, or near
heating equipment
Condensation
If you move the camera from a very cold place to a warm
place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form on
the lens or inside the camera.
The camera has no built-in condensation indicator. If you find
condensation on the body or lens, switch the camera off and
wait for the condensation to disappear for about one hour.
Phenomena specific to CCD image sensors
The following phenomena that may appear in images are
specific to CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensors.
They do not indicate malfunctions.
White flecks
Although the CCD image sensors are produced with high-
precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated on
the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays.
This is related to the principle of CCD image sensors and is
not a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen
• when operating at a high environmental temperature
• when you have raised the master gain (sensitivity)
This product has a compensation function and the problem
may be alleviated by automatic black balance adjustment.
Smear
When an extremely bright object, such as a strong spotlight or
flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be produced on the
screen, or the image may be distorted.
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear
jagged or flicker.

Error Messages

If a problem occurs during operation, a warning message is
displayed on the monitor.
Note
To display a message, set the DISPLAY/MENU switch to
DISPLAY or MENU.
Message Meaning
TEMP WARNING The internal temperature is
extraordinarily high.
FAN STOP The built-in fan is not rotating properly.
SET SYSTEM CLOCK The time/date of the internal clock
have not been set.
OHB BLOCK NG! A problem is detected in the optical
block.
MSU RPN BUSY RPN compensation was attempted
using the camera menu while being
operated from an external device.
Consult Sony service personnel.
VF RPN BUSY RPN compensation was attempted
from an external device while being
operated using the camera menu.
Consult Sony service personnel.
NO MEMORY STICK A "Memory Stick" operation was
attempted with no "Memory Stick Duo"
in the slot.
MEMORY STICK ERROR An error occurred during access to a
"Memory Stick Duo."
FORMAT ERROR! A "Memory Stick" operation was
attempted with an unformatted
"Memory Stick Duo."
MEMORY STICK File writing was attempted with a write-
LOCKED protected "Memory Stick Duo."
FILE ERROR An error occurred while reading a file
from a "Memory Stick Duo."
OTHER MODEL'S FILE You attempted to read a file of other
models having no compatibility.
FILE NOT FOUND The file you attempted to read does
not exist in the "Memory Stick Duo."

Using a "Memory Stick Duo"

You can use "Memory Stick Duo" media with the unit.
When a "Memory Stick Duo" is inserted in the camera, the file
data can be stored on the "Memory Stick Duo," which enables
you to share data among cameras.
Unit operations have been checked using "Memory Stick Duo"
media up to 16 GB.
Note
Only a "Memory Stick" of Duo size can be used with the
camera.
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