Quad Proof; Before Using Underwater Or Under Low Temperature - JVC GZ-RX515 Detailed User Manual

Quad Proof

This unit is equipped with Waterproof, Dust-proof, Drop-proof and Freeze-
proof features.
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Waterproof:
Equivalent to IEC
Standard publication
529 IPX8 and IPX6 (30
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minutes at depths up to
5 m)
Drop-proof: This
camera clears
company testing
compliant with MIL-
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STD-810F Method;
516.5
Shock: Dropping onto
plywood 3 cm thick
from a height of 1.5 m
Caution :
There is no guarantee that there will be no damages when the unit is used
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within the above-mentioned limits.
Scratches and dent caused by the impact if the unit is dropped, or other
changes in appearance are not included in the warranty.
Malfunction due to mishandling will void the warranty.
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Before use in water, be sure to read and understand the "Before Using
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Underwater or under Low Temperature" (A p. 7) .
Close the terminal cover firmly until it clicks and confirm that the red sign
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completely goes off.
Make sure that there is no damage to and no foreign material adhered to
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the packing inside the cover.
Use within a water depth of 5 m and a duration of 30 minutes.
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The waterproof performance cannot be guaranteed if the camcorder is
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subject to impact such as dropping.
Do not jump or dive into water holding the camcorder.
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Do not use the camcorder in strong water flows such as in rapids or under
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waterfalls. The strong water pressure may impair the waterproof
performance.
Do not immerse into hot spring, or hot water above 40°C.
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Dust-proof: Equivalent
to IEC Standard
publication 529 IP5X
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Freeze-proof:
Allowable operating
temperatures: −10°C
to +40°C
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Note: Temperatures
between −10°C and
0°C temporarily lower
battery performance,
reducing the time
available for
recording.

Before Using Underwater or under Low Temperature

"Cautions on Using Underwater" (A p. 7)
"Maintenance after Use" (A p. 8)
"Cautions on Using under Low Temperature" (A p. 8)
"Cautions on Using under Low Temperature" (A p. 8)
Cautions on Using Underwater
Please take note of the followings when using this unit near water or
underwater.
Ensure that the cover is closed tightly.
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"Opening the Terminal Cover (SD Card Cover)" (A p. 5)
Ensure that the terminal cover and the gray waterproof seal are not
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damaged and that there are no foreign materials (such as hair, lint, sand
or dust) adhered on the cover.
Stop using the unit underwater if there are damages to the cover, etc.
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and consult your JVC dealer or the nearest service center.
Use within a water depth of 5 m and a duration of 30 minutes.
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Do not open/close the cover or insert/remove an SD card or any cables
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while using underwater or on the beach, or if your hands contain water
droplets or sands. Doing so may cause water to enter into the camera or
malfunction.
Do not subject the camera to high pressure or vibration resulted from swift
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current, waterfall or diving into water.
The waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera is dropped
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or subjected to other impact shock. If the camera has been subjected to
impact shock, consult your nearest service center.
While shooting underwater, noise generated inside of the camera
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(zooming sounds, etc) may be picked up. This is not a malfunction.
Do not immerse into hot spring, or hot water above 40°C. Doing so
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deteriorates waterproof performance.
Keep away from hands with sun oil or sun screen. Doing so may cause
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discoloration or deterioration of material.
This unit sinks underwater. Fasten the grip belt firmly to prevent losing the
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camera underwater.
The accessories are not waterproof.
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Wi-Fi function is not available underwater.
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