Sharp SCL901 - Manual (Page 66)

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Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder
Maintenance
Cleaning the Viewfinder
◆ Releasing the Eyecap
1. Pull the VIEWFINDER up and then turn the screw counter-clockwise.
2. Pull the EYECAP out.
3. Clean the EYECAP and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft cloth and
cotton swab or a blower.
◆ Reattaching the Eyecap
4. Put the EYECAP on the VIEWFINDER.
5. Put the screw back on.
Cleaning the LCD Panel
Open the LCD Screen and wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to
damage the panel.
Cleaning the Video Heads
✤ To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads.
✤ When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads
may be dirty.
a. Normal Picture
b,c. Noisy Picture
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner.
1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.
2. Insert the cleaning tape.
3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button.
4. Press the
■ (STOP) button after about 30 seconds. Check the quality of
the picture using a video cassette. If it is still bad, repeat the operation.
If the problem continues, contact your local authorized service center.
Storing the Camcorder
1. You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder when storing.
2. Keep the camcorder in a ventilated, dry and warm place.
3. Do not keep the camcorder in a place where the temperature often
changes, such as in a car.
4. Keep the camcorder in a stable place.
a b c
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