Canon DM-GL1 Instruction Manual

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Introduction3EIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions the word “product” refers tothe Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-GL1A and all itsaccessories.1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operatinginstructions should be read before the product isoperated.2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operatinginstructions should be retained for future reference.3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product andin the operating instructions should be adhered to.4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenanceinstructions should be followed.5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outletbefore cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosolcleaners. The product should be cleaned only asrecommended in this manual.6. Accessories — Do not use accessories notrecommended in this manual as they may behazardous.7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use thecamera close to TV transmitters, portablecommunication devices or other sources of electricor magnetic radiation. They may cause pictureinterference, or permanently damage the camera.8. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock —Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moistsituations.9. Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstablecart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product mayfall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, andserious damage to the product.A product and cart combinationshould be moved with care. Quickstops, excessive force, and unevensurfaces may cause the product andcart combination to overturn.10. Power Sources — The CA-910A Compact PowerAdapter should be operated only from the type ofpower source indicated on the marking label. If youare not sure of the type of power supply to yourhome, consult your product dealer or local powercompany. Regarding other power sources such asbattery power, refer to instructions in this manual.11. Polarization — The CA-910A Compact PowerAdapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (aplug having one blade wider than the other).The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the poweroutlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If youare unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, tryreversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contactyour electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Donot defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should berouted so that they are not likely to be walked on orpinched by items placed upon or against them. Payparticular attention to plugs and the point from whichthe cords exit the product.13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antennais connected to the product, be sure the antenna isgrounded so as to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges. Section810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70—1984, provides information with respect toproper grounding of the mast and supportingstructure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors,location of antenna discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirements for thegrounding electrode. See figure 1.14. Lightning — For added protection of this productduring a lightning storm, or when it is left unattendedand unused for long periods of time, disconnect itfrom the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. Thiswill prevent damage to the product due to lightningand power-line surges.15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system shouldnot be located in the vicinity of overhead power linesor other electric light or power circuits, or where itcan fall into such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system, extreme careshould be taken to keep from touching such powerlines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets andextension cords as this can result in a risk of fire orelectric shock.17. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects ofany kind into this product through openings as theymay touch dangerous voltage points or short outparts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Becareful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product.18. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this productyourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer allservicing to qualified service personnel.EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ASPER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEANTENNALEAD INWIREANTENNADISCHARGEUNIT(NEC SECTION810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICEGROUNDING ELECTRODESYSTEM(NEC ART 250. PART H)NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTGROUNDCLAMPFig. 1