Instruction manual

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Precautions
Appendix
Precautions
Use and storage
Do not subject the unit to severe shocks
The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body
warped.
Do not block the ventilation holes
If the ventilation holes are blocked, not only are the
characteristics not guaranteed, but also extreme
degradation of the internal parts will likely result, causing
defects of the camera.
For the locations of the ventilation holes, see the figures in
“1-3 Locations and Functions of Parts” (page 11).
After use
Always turn off the power.
Use and storage locations
Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the
unit in the following places:
• Places subject to temperature extremes
• Very damp places
• Places subject to severe vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods
To prevent electromagnetic interference
from portable communications devices
The use of portable telephones and other communications
devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and
interference with audio and video signals.
It is recommended that the portable communications
devices near this unit be powered off.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage the image sensor device. If you
shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful not to
let the laser beam be directed into the lens of the camera.
Condensation
If you move the camera from a very cold place to a warm
place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form
on the lens or inside the camera.
The camera has no built-in condensation indicator. If you
find condensation on the body or lens, switch the camera
off and wait for the condensation to disappear for about
one hour.
Image sensor phenomena
The following phenomena that may appear in images are
specific to image sensors. They do not indicate
malfunctions.
White flecks
Although the image sensors are produced with high-
precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated
on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays.
This is related to the principle of image sensors and is not
a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen
• when operating at a high environmental temperature
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may
appear jagged or flicker.
To forcibly open the shutter
Should the shutter to control incoming light to the image
sensor not open, immediately consult your local Sony
representative.
If you want to continue shooting urgently, you can use the
shutter emergency open screw (page 11) to forcibly open
the shutter to a position that ensures an optical light path.
For information about using the shutter emergency open
screw, consult your local Sony representative.
When setting the video format
It is recommended that the power be turned off and back
on again after changing the video format.