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7. Appendix
Usage Precautions
The fan is a consumable part that will need
periodic replacement.
When operating at room temperature, a normal
replacement cycle will be about 5 years. However,
this replacement cycle represents only a general
guideline and does not imply that the life
expectancy of this part is guaranteed. For details
on parts replacement, contact your dealer.
If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm
location, or if ambient temperature suddenly
rises, moisture may form on the outer surface of
the unit and/or inside of the unit. This is known
as condensation. If condensation occurs, turn off
the unit and wait until the condensation clears
before operating the unit. Operating the unit while
condensation is present may damage the unit.
The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured
with high precision technology, giving a
functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a
very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck,”
either always off (black), always on (red, green, or
blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long period
of use, because of the physical characteristics of
the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may
appear spontaneously. These problems are not a
malfunction. Note that any such problems have no
effect on recorded data.
The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for
battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable
part.
Power may not be supplied to the unit properly
if the pins of the battery terminal are bent or
deformed by shock or vibrations, or if they become
corroded due to prolonged outdoor use.
Periodic inspections are recommended to keep
the unit working properly and to prolong its
usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or sales
representative for more information about
inspections.
About the built-in rechargeable battery
The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery
for storing the date, time, and other settings even
when the camcorder is turned off. The built-in
rechargeable battery will become charged after
24 hours have elapsed if the unit is connected
to a power outlet using the AC adaptor or if a
fully charged battery pack is attached, regardless
of whether the camcorder is turned on/off. The
rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in
about 3 months if the AC adaptor is not connected
or the camcorder is used without the battery pack
attached. Use your camcorder after charging the
battery. However, even if the built-in rechargeable
battery is not charged, the camcorder operation
will not be affected as long as you are not
recording the time and date.
