10Before using the cameraBefore using the camerar When using this product during rain or snow or when at the beach, be careful that waterdoes not get inside the camera recorder.Water causes damage to the camera recorder and memory card. (Repair may be impossible)r Keep the camera recorder away from devices (TVs, TV games, etc.) that producemagnetism.f If you use the camera recorder on or near TVs, video and sound data may be distorted byelectromagnetic waves.f Strong magnetic fields produced by speakers and large motors may cause damage to recorded contentsand may distort images.f Electromagnetic waves emitted by microcomputers may have a harmful effect on the camera recorderand may corrupt video and sound data.f The camera recorder may not operate properly if it receives harmful effects from devices that producemagnetism. If this happens, turn off the camera recorder and either remove the battery or unplug the ACadaptor from the power outlet. Then, replace the battery or reconnect the AC adaptor. After that, turn onthe camera recorder.r Do not use the camera recorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage devices.If you use the camera recorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage devices, the recorded video andsound data may suffer harmful effects.r When using the camera recorder at the beach, etc., be careful that sand and dust do notget inside the camera recorder.Sand and dust may damage the camera recorder and memory card. (Be careful when inserting andremoving the memory card)r Battery charger and batteryf If the lamp continues blinking even when the battery is at its optimal temperature, thebattery or battery charger may be damaged. Contact a dealer.f If the battery is warm, it will take longer than usual to charge.f If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio sound may be distorted. Keep the battery andbattery charger at least 1 m away from radios when in use.f Noise may be emitted when using the battery charger, but this is not a malfunction.r When carrying the camera recorder, be careful not to drop it.f Strong shocks will damage the camera recorder body and it may not operate properly.f If you carry the camera recorder, use a grip strap or shoulder strap and handle it carefully.r Do not apply insecticide or volatile materials to the camera recorder.f If insecticide or volatile materials come into contact with the camera recorder, the camera recorder bodymay warp and the paint may come off.f Do not allow the camera recorder to remain in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period oftime.