Sony DCR-PC1 - Manual (Page 83)

Maintenance information and precautions
Camcorder operation
• Operate the camcorder on 3.6 V (battery pack) or 4.2 V (AC power adaptor).
• Should any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug the camcorder and
have it checked by Sony dealer before operating it any further.
• Avoid rough handling or mechaiücal shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
• Keep the POWER switch set to OFF when not using the camcorder.
• Do not wrap up the camcorder and operate it since heat may build up internally.
• Keep the camcorder away from strong magnetic fields or mechanical vibration.
• Do not push the LCD screen.
• If the camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD
screen. This is not a mulfunction.
• While using the camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a
mulfunction.
On handling tapes
• Do not insert anything in the small holes on the cassette.
• Do not open the tape protect cover or touch the tape.
• Avoid touching or damaging the terminals. To remove dust, clean the terminals with
a soft cloth.
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Camcorder care
• When the camcorder is not to be used for a long time, discormect the power source
and remove the cassette. Periodically turn on the power, operate the camera and
VTR sections and play back a tape for about 3 minutes.
• Clean the lens with a soft brush to remove dust. If there are fingerprints on the lens,
remove them with a soft cloth.
• Clean the camcorder body with a dry soft cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent which may damage the
finish.
• Do not let sand get into the camcorder. When you use the camcorder on a sandy
beach or in a dusty place, protect it from the saiui or dust. Sand or dust may cause
the uiut to malfunction, and sometimes this malfunction cannot be repaired.