Compact VHS Camcorder Instructions

EN47
.... charge in an environment where temperatures are
within the tolerances shown in the chart below.
This is a chemical reaction type battery—cooler
temperatures impede chemical reaction, while
warmer temperatures can prevent complete
charging.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to
high temperatures will increase natural discharge
and shorten service life.
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when not in
use, as some machines use current even when
switched off.
NOTES:
● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
charging, or after use.
Temperature Range Specifications
Charging................ 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Operation .............. 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage .................. –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)
● Recharging time is based on room temperature of 20°C
(68°F.)
● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to read
the following cautions:
1. During use . . .
.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C mark.
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
automatically erases the previously recorded
video and audio signals.
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
when inserting.
.... do not load and unload the cassette
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all.
This slackens the tape and can result in damage.
.... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes the
tape to fingerprints and dust.
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... out of direct sunlight.
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary shock
or vibration.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong magnetic
fields (such as those generated by motors,
transformers or magnets).
.... vertically, in their original cases.
Main Unit
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis.
.... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in
use.
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter the unit.
....remove the battery pack or disconnect the power
supply while the power is on.
....leave the battery pack attached when the
camcorder is not in use.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
....in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
....in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
cooking stove.
....in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
....near a television set.
....near appliances generating strong magnetic or
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
etc.).
....in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C or
104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
temperatures.
3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
....in places of over 50°C (122°F).
....in places where humidity is extremely low. (below
35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
....in direct sunlight.
....in a closed car in summer.
....near a heater.
4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
....allow it to become wet.
....drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
....subject it to shock or excessive vibration during
transportation.
....keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects
for long periods.
....direct the eyepiece of the viewfinder at the sun.
....carry it by holding the viewfinder. Be sure to hold
the main unit with both hands or use the grip.
....swing it excessively when using the shoulder
strap.
About moisture condensation . . .
● You may have observed that pouring a cold
liquid into a glass will cause drops of water to
form on the glass’ outer surface. This same
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a
camcorder when it is moved from a cool place
to a warm place, after heating a cold room,
under extremely humid conditions or in a
place directly subjected to the cool air from an
air conditioner.
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe
damage to the video tape, and can lead to
internal damage to the camcorder itself.
Serious malfunctioning
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer.