Canon Optura Instruction Manual

Also see for Optura: Instruction manual

Contents

Canon Optura Instruction Manual Manual pdf 59 page image

MaintenanceAvoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.• Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment.• Do not take the camera into a humid room.Avoid sudden changes in temperature.• If you take the camera from a cold place to a warm place, condensation mayform on the lens and internal parts (see p. 61).Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.• Never point it at the sun, and do not leave it aimed at a bright subject.• Be especially careful when leaving the camera on a tripod.Avoid magnetic or electric fields.• Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devicesor other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause pictureinterference, or permanently damage the camera.Do not expose the camera to water.• Cover the camera when you are recording in rain or mist.• There is a risk of electric shock if water gets inside the camera — contactqualified service personnel as soon as possible.Protect the lens.• Sand and dust can damage the lens — be especially careful on windy days.Handle the camera gently.• Vibration or shock can cause damage.• Do not use the viewfinder or LCD screen as a carrying handle.Do not disassemble the camera.• This is very dangerous as there is a risk of electric shock — if the camera doesnot function properly, take it to qualified service personnel.If you do not intend to use the camera for some time, store it in an area which isfree of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 86°F(30°C). After storage, check each part and function of your camera to make sureeverything is still working properly.Note:• These cautions also apply to accessories such as battery packs and cassettes.CautionsStorageAdditionalInformation59E