Canon E800 - Manual (Page 77)

Condensation (DEW)
What is condensation?
Condensation or dew means tiny droplets of water that occasionally form on
the camera surface when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place.
Using the camera when dew is present may damage both tape and camera.
Preventing condensation
Remove video cassette and place the camera in a plastic bag prior to
bringing it into a warm area where condensation is likely to occur. Wait
until the camera reaches room temperature before removing it from the bag.
When condensation is detected
When condensation is detected in the camera, the OPERATE/CAUTION
indicator flashes, “DEW” flashes in the viewfinder, and the tape
automatically stops. Immediately remove video cassette, leave video cassette
compartment open and turn camera off. Leave the camera in a dry place
until condensation evaporates.
• Sometimes “DEW” may not appear in the viewfinder until 10-15 minutes
after dew has formed.
D E W
V______ _____________>
To start using camera again
When “DEW” and the OPERATE/CAUTION indicator no longer flash
when the camera is turned on, wait at least one more hour before attempting
operation. The time required for condensation to clear varies with
surrounding conditions; it can be as long as one hour.
Condensation is likely to occur when:
• Camera is brought from a cold place to
a warm place.
A cold room is heated rapidly.
Camera is placed in a humid room. Camera is taken from an air-conditioned
room to a warm and humid place.
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