4In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon HD CamcorderVIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50 / VIXIA HF M500 and all its accessories.1 Read these instructions.2 Keep these instructions.3 Heed all warnings.4 Follow all instructions.5 Do not use this apparatus near water.6 Clean only with dry cloth.7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.8 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.9 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.10 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.11 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatushas been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid hasbeen spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed torain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.REGIONS OF USEVIXIA HF M52 and VIXIA HF M50 are in compliance (as of January 2012) with the radiosignal regulations of the regions listed below. For details on other regions where they canbe used, make inquiries with the contacts listed on the back side of this instruction manual.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCA-110 identification plate is located on the bottom.REGIONSCanada, Hong Kong S.A.R., USAModelID0008: VIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50COPY