Panasonic Diga DMR-EX98V Operating Instructions Manual

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6RQT9090HDD (Hard disk drive) handling careThe HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very specialdevice that is easily susceptible to damage.As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup.■ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dustDepending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer bepossible. Especially during operation, do not subject the unit to any vibration, shock, or remove the AC mains lead from the household mainssocket. In the event of a power failure during recording or play, the content may be damaged.■ The HDD is a temporary storage deviceThe HDD is not an everlasting storage device for recorded content. Use the HDD as a temporary storage place for one-off viewing, editing, orcopying. It is recommended to save the recorded content on a disc or to keep the original data or CDs that they were copied from.■ Immediately save (backup) all content as soon as you feel there may be a problem with the HDDIf there is an irregularity within the HDD, repetitive strange sounds or problems with picture (block noise, etc.) may result. Using the HDD in thiscondition may worsen the problem and in the worst case the HDD may no longer be usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem, copy allcontent to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on an HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.y When the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound. This does not indicate a problem with this unit.■ HDD recording time remainingThis unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments whichmay cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording.If the remaining amount of time is insuffi cient, delete any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Deleting a playlistwill not increase the amount of time.)■ Indemnity concerning recorded contentPanasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording oredited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in acase where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).■ Setup precautionsy Do not place in an enclosed area where the rear cooling fanand the cooling vents on the side are covered up.y Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject tovibration or impact.y Do not place on anything that generates heat like a videocassette recorder, etc.y Do not place in an area often subject totemperature changes.y Place in an area where condensation doesnot occur. Condensation is a phenomenonwhere moisture forms on a cold surfacewhen there is an extreme change intemperature. Condensation may causeinternal damage to the unit.y Conditions where condensation may occur– When there is an extreme change in temperature (moving froma very hot location to a very cold location, or vice versa, orwhen subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled air directlyimpacts the unit). When the HDD (warms during operation) issubjected to cold air, condensation may form on the inside ofthe HDD and may cause damage to the HDD heads, etc.– When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room.– During the rainy season.In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unitadjust to the room temperature and wait 2–3 hours untilcondensation is gone.■ Cigarette smoke etc. causes malfunction orbreakdownThe unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray/vapor,etc. gets inside the unit.■ While operatingy Do not move the unit or subject to vibration or impact. (The HDDmay become damaged.)y Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mainssocket, or fl ip the power breaker switch.While the unit is on, the HDD is rotating at high speed. Sound ormovement due to rotation is normal.■ When moving the unit1 Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.)2 Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket.3 Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop (approx. 2minutes) in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock.(Even after turning the unit off, the HDD continues operating fora short time.)DO NOTThis unitVCR