Cautions For Use - Panasonic HX-A100D Owner's Manual

Cautions for use

About this unit
This unit and the microSD card become
warm during use. This is not a
malfunction.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from
electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the
pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by
microprocessors may adversely affect this
unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters
or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/
or sound may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cable.
Do not extend the cable.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile
chemicals onto this unit.
≥ If this unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its
body may be marred and the surface finish
may peel off.
≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with this unit for a long time.
When you use this unit in a sandy or dusty
place such as a beach, do not let sand or
fine dust get into the body and terminals of
this unit.
≥ Sand or dust may damage this unit. (Care
should be taken when inserting and removing
a card.)
Do not use this unit in strenuous sports
involving impacts and collisions.
When carrying this unit, do not drop or
bump it.
≥ A strong impact can break this unit's casing,
causing it to malfunction.
Cleaning
≥ Before cleaning, pull the USB cable from the
PC, and then wipe this unit with a soft, dry
cloth.
≥ If this unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and
squeeze firmly, and then wipe this unit with
the damp cloth. Next, dry this unit with a dry
cloth.
≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or
dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body
or peel the surface finish. Do not use these
solvents.
≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the
instructions that came with the cloth.
Do not use this unit for surveillance
purposes or other business uses.
≥ This unit was designed for consumer
intermittent use. It was not intended for
continuous use, or for any industrial or
commercial application resulting in prolonged
use.
≥ In certain situations, continuous use could
cause this unit to overheat and cause a
malfunction. Such use is strongly
discouraged.
When you are not going to use this unit for
an extended time
≥ Store this unit in a cool place with minimal
humidity, and with a constant temperature
where possible (recommended temperature:
15 ºC to 25 ºC (59 ºF to 77 ºF),
recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH).
≥ Always remove the card from this unit.
≥ When storing this unit for an extended time, it
is recommended that you charge it once
every year.
≥ The battery discharges slowly even if this unit
is not used. The remaining battery level will
decrease when this unit is not used for an
extended time.
≥ When storing this unit in a cupboard or
cabinet, it is recommended that you place a
desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
Terminate usage of armband/earhook if a
feeling of discomfort arises, including
any skin reactions.
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