Panasonic PV-GS55 Operating Instructions Manual

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Others-71-ª Video Head Clogging and CareIf the heads (the parts that make contact with thetape) 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 Palmcorder cannot record at all.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 Palmcorderin the same manner as a Video Cassette.2 Press the [1] Button, and approximately20 seconds later, press the [∫] Button. (Donot rewind the tape.)3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a VideoCassette and start recording. Then, play thetape back to check the recorded image.4 If the image is not still clear, repeatSteps 1 to 3. (Do not use the Head Cleanerfor 3 times or more consecutively.)Notes:≥Do not rewind every time you use the HeadCleaner. Rewind only when the tape reachesthe end, and then use it again from thebeginning in the 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 Palmcorder needs to becleaned at a service center. 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 thePalmcorder. (If it is left attached to thePalmcorder, a minute amount of current isconsumed even when the Palmcorder power isoff.) If the Battery is left attached to thePalmcorder for a long time, over-discharge takesplace. The Battery may become unusable after itis charged.Disposing of an Unusable Battery≥The Battery has a limited life.≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it maycause an explosion.Always Keep the Terminals of the BatteryCleanPrevent the terminals from getting clogged withdirt, dust, or other substances.If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to seeif the Battery body and terminals are deformed.Attaching a deformed Battery to the Palmcorderor AC Adaptor may damage the Palmcorder orAC Adaptor.ª Cautions for StorageBefore storing the Palmcorder, take theCassette out and detach the Battery.Store all the components in a dry place with arelatively stable temperature.Recommended Temperature: 59oF to 77oF (15oCto 25oC), Recommended Humidity: 40% to 60%Palmcorder≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust fromgetting into the Camera.≥Do not leave the Palmcorder in places thatexpose it to high temperature.Battery≥Extremely high temperatures or lowtemperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places,the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.