Canon LEGRIA HF G40 Instruction Manual

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Handling Precautions167Handling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance.• Save your recordings periodically. Make sure to transfer your recordings to an external devicesuch as a computer or digital video recorder (A 110) and save them on a regular basis. This willprotect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memorycard. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss.• Do not carry the camcorder by the OLED panel. Be careful when closing the OLED panel. Whenusing a wrist strap, do not allow the camcorder to swing and hit an object.• Handle the touch screen with care. Do not apply excessive force and do not use ballpoint pens orother hard-tipped tools to operate the touch screen. This may damage the touch screen’s surface.• Do not attach protective film on the touch screen. The camcorder features a capacitive touchscreen so you may not be able to correctly operate the touch screen with an additional protectivelayer.• Do not hold the camcorder in the same posture for long periods of times as this may cause low-temperature contact burns. Even if the camcorder does not feel too hot, prolonged contact with thesame body part may cause skin redness or blistering. The use of a tripod is recommended forpeople with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camcorder in very hotplaces.• Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car parkedunder direct sunlight), or high humidity.• Do not use the camcorder near strong electromagnetic fields such as near powerful magnets andmotors, MRI machines or high-voltage power lines. Using the camcorder in such places may causeanomalies in the video, or audio or video noise to appear.• Do not use the camcorder's Wi-Fi functions near medical equipment or sensitive electronic devicesas it may affect their performance. In the case of pacemakers, keep the camcorder at least 22 cmaway from the device.• The camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions may be subject to interference from devices such as cordlessphones and microwave ovens. Keeping as much distance as possible from these devices or usingthe camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions at a different time of day may reduce such interference.• Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at abright subject.• Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. The camcorder is not waterproof –avoid also water, mud or salt. If any of the above should get into the camcorder it may damage thecamcorder and/or the lens.• Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment.• Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualifiedservice personnel.• Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder to shocks or vibration as this maycause damage.