Panasonic NV-DS60 Operating Instructions Manual

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52Watch for Condensation even before theCondensation Indication is displayed.≥Because condensation takes place gradually,the Condensation Indication may not bedisplayed during the first 10 to 15 minutes ofcondensation formation inside the MovieCamera.≥In extremely cold places, condensation mayfreeze and form frost. In this case, the frost meltsfirst, thus forming condensation, and then ittakes another 2 to 3 hours to eliminate thecondensation.When the Lens is Fogged:Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to[OFF] and leave the Movie Camera in thiscondition for about 1 hour. When the lenstemperature becomes close to the ambienttemperature, the fog disappears naturally.ª Video Head Clogging and CareIf the heads (the parts that make contact withtape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appearon the playback image, or the screen as a wholebecomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty,recording performance deteriorates, and, in theworst case, the Movie Camera cannot record atall.Causes of Dirty Heads≥Large quantity of dust in the air≥High-temperature and high-humidityenvironment≥Damaged tape≥Long operating hoursUsing Mini-DV Format Digital Video HeadCleaner1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the MovieCamera in the same manner as aVideo Cassette.2 Press the [1] Button, andapproximately 20 seconds later, pressthe [∫] Button. (Do not rewind thetape.)3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert aVideo Cassette and start recording.Then, play the tape back to check therecorded image.4 If the image is not still clear, repeatSteps 1 to 3. (Do not use the HeadCleaner for 3 times or moreconsecutively.)Notes:≥Do not rewind every time you use the HeadCleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches theend, and then use it again from the beginning inthe same manner as before.≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,the tape may be damaged. In this case,immediately stop using that Cassette.≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessivecleaning may cause excessive wear of theheads. If the heads are worn, images cannot beplayed back even after the heads are cleaned.)≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with theHead Cleaner, the Movie Camera needs to becleaned at a service centre. Please consult adealer.≥Video Head Cleaners can be purchased fromservice centres.≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is notconsidered a malfunction of the product. It is notcovered by the warranty.Periodical Check-upTo maintain the highest image quality, werecommend replacement of worn parts, such asheads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours ofuse. (This, however, depends on operatingconditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust,etc.)ª Optimal Use of the BatteryBattery CharacteristicsThis Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery.Its ability to generate power is based upon thechemical reaction that takes place inside it. Thisreaction is susceptible to the surroundingtemperature and humidity, and, if the temperatureis too high or too low, the operating time of theBattery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used inan extremely cold environment, the Battery mayoperate only for about 5 minutes. If the Batterybecomes extremely hot, a protective function mayoperate, and the Battery may become unusablefor a while.Be Sure to Detach the Battery after UseBe sure to detach the Battery from the MovieCamera. (If it is left attached to the Movie Camera,a minute amount of current is consumed evenwhen the Movie Camera power is off.) If theBattery is left attached to the Movie Camera for along time, over discharge takes place. The Batterymay become unusable after it is charged.Disposing of an Unusable Battery≥The Battery has a limited life.