How To Check For Water - Sony FDR-X1000V How To Use Manual

When the camera overheats, it may be automatically turned off or recording may malfunction. To use
the camera again, leave it in the cool place for a while to cool down.
If sun oil is on the waterproof case, be sure to wash it off thoroughly using lukewarm water. If the
waterproof case is left with sun oil on its body, the surface of the waterproof case may become
discolored or damaged (such as cracks on the surface).
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Water leakage
In the unlikely event that a malfunction of the waterproof case causes damage due to water leakage,
Sony does not guarantee against damages to the equipment contained in it (camera, battery pack, etc.)
and the recorded contents, nor expenses entailed in the photography.
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Waterproof packing
This unit uses an waterproof packing to maintain its water resistance. The waterproof packing
maintenance is very important. Failure to do waterproof packing maintenance according to the
instructions may lead to water leaks and cause this unit to sink.
Inspect the waterproof packing
Carefully check that there is any dirt, sand, hair, dust, salt, threads, etc., on the waterproof packing. If
found, be sure to wipe off with a soft cloth.
Lightly run your fingertip around the waterproof packing to check for any invisible dirt.
Be careful not to leave any cloth fibers on the waterproof packing after wiping it.
Check the waterproof packing for cracks, skewing, distortion, fine splitting, scratches, embedded
sand, etc. Replace the waterproof packing if you find any of these.
Inspect the waterproof packing contact surface on the case body in the same way.
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How to check for water leaks
Before installing the camera, always close the waterproof case and immerse it in water to make sure no
water leaks in.
When finding a malfunction of waterproof case
If a malfunction is found by inspection of the waterproof packing or check for water leaks, stop using this
unit immediately and take it to the nearest Sony dealer.
Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting Started
Using the Waterproof Case
Using the Waterproof Case
Using the Waterproof Case