VQT3G90 141Usage cautions and notesWhen in use●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault.●Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such asmicrowave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).• If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the camera may bedisrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affectingthe pictures and sound.• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields createdby speakers or large motors.• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera,disturbing the pictures and sound.• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (optional). Then reinsert thebattery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound maybe adversely affected.●Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.●Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can cause surfacedamage or coating to peel).●Never leave the camera and the battery in a car or on a car hood in the summer.It may cause leakage of the battery electrolyte, a generation of heat, and may cause a fire and thebattery to burst due to the high temperature.Caring for your cameraTo clean your camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe witha soft, dry cloth.●Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth.●Do not use benzene, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the outer casingand finish of the camera.●If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully.●Do not touch the lens barrier.When not using for a while●Turn off camera power before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to preventdamage through over-discharge).●Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags.●Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15 °C- 25 °C (59 °F - 77 °F)) places with low humidity (40 %RH - 60 %RH) and no major temperaturechanges.●Charge battery once per year and use completely before storing again.
