Sony HDR-SR10 Handycam Operating Manual page 138

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• How to prevent moisture condensation
When you bring your camcorder from a
cold place into a warm place, put your
camcorder in a plastic bag and seal it
tightly. Remove the bag when the air
temperature inside the plastic bag has
reached the surrounding temperature (after
about
I
hour).
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 that
you connect your camcorder to the wall
outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC
Adaptor during the operation.
CD
Tum on your camcorder.
®
Touch ~ (HOME) -+
;Ii
(SETTINGS)
-+ [GENERAL SET]-+
[CALIBRATION].
I
CANCEL
!
®
Touch "x" displayed on the screen with the
corner of the "Memory Stick PRO Duo" or
the like 3 times.
Touch [CANCEL] to cancel.
If
you did not press the right spot, try the
calibration again.
" Notes
• Do not use a sharp-pointed object for
calibration. Doing so may damage the LCD
screen.
• You cannot calibrate the LCD screen if it is
rotated, or closed with the screen facing out.
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 the camcorder with above
substances on your hands
- Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time
About care and storage of the lens
• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft
cloth in the following instances:
- When there are fingerprints on the lens
surface
- In hot or humid locations
- When the lens is exposed to salty air such as
at the seaside
• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to
little dirt or dust.
• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as
described above. It is recommended that you
operate your camcorder about once a month to
keep it in optimum state for a long time.