Appendixes 86Camera maintenanceOther cautions• Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury toyourself or others or damage to your camera.• Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts andprevent proper operation.• Turn off the camera while not in use.• Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.• Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case whennot in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it awayfrom sand, sharp implements, or loose change.• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor theimage sensor or cause it to malfunction.• Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lenswith a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.• The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is toprotect the memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.• While you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and shouldnot affect your camera’s lifespan or performance.• When you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take sometime to turn on, the color may be changed temporarily, or after-images may appear. These conditions are not malfunctions andthey will correct themselves when the camera is returned to normaltemperatures.• Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies,itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. Ifyou experience any of these symptoms, stop using the cameraimmediately and consult a doctor.• Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’scompartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to improperuse may not be covered by your warranty.• Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attemptto service the camera yourself. Any damage that results fromunqualified service is not covered by your warranty.About memory cardsSupported memory cardsYour camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (SecureDigital High Capacity) memory cards.To read data with a PC or memory card reader, insertthe memory card into a memory card adapter.