Panasonic SPX900 Operating Instructions Manual

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8776. Inspection of the clock, time code, and user bits1 Set the user’s bit as required.Please refer to [4-5-1 Setting the User Bits] for the settingprocedures.2 Set the time code.Please refer to [4-5-3 Setting the Time Code] for the settingprocedures.3 Set the TCG switch to [R-RUN].4 Press the REC START/STOP button.Check that the counter display number changes asrecording progresses.5 Press the REC START/STOP button again.Check that recording stops and the counter display numberstops changing.6 Set the TCG switch to [F-RUN].Check that the counter display number changes regardlessof recording status.7 Set the DISPLAY switch to [UB].Each time the HOLD button is pressed, make sure that thedisplayed value changes in the following sequence: VTCG DATE TIME No display (time zone) TCG; andalso verify that the displayed value is correct.If DATE, TIME, or time zone is not correct, refer to [4-5-2Setting the Internal Clock’s Date and Time] for guidance onsetting the correct values.Note that date and time data set for DATE, TIME, and timezone is recorded in clips, and affects the playbacksequence, etc. at the time of thumbnail manipulations.7-2 Maintenance7-2-1 Cleaning Inside the Viewfinderz Do not use thinner or other solvents to remove dirt from theviewfinder.z Wipe the lens with a commercially available lens cleaner.z DO NOT wipe the mirror. If dirt or rubbish is sticking on themirror, remove it with a commercially available air blower.7-2-2 Phenomenon Inherent to CCDCamerasSmearsSmears may appear when shooting an object with very highbrightness.This phenomenon may appear more frequently as the electronicshutter speed increases.7-2-3 Replacing the Backup BatteryThe camera is shipped from the factory with a backup batteryalready mounted.When the battery runs out, the [BACK UP BATT EMPTY] displayappears on the viewfinder screen for 3 seconds after the powerswitch is turned ON.The internal clock stops operating when the battery runs out.Also, the TCG time code value returns to [00:00:00:00], and thetime code backup is disabled. The battery must be replaced.Please consult your nearest service center for replacement witha new battery (CR2032).The backup battery is visible when the panel on the LCD monitorside is removed (right side when viewed from the front).Please contact the store where you purchased the camera oran authorised service provider when replacing the battery.