Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections
6-2 Maintenance6-2-5 Replacing the backup battery
The backup battery is already installed when the unit is
6-2-1 Condensationshipped.
When it has discharged, the OBACK UP BATT EMPTY�
The water vapor in the air may form as tiny droplets on thedisplay appears for 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen when
head drum when the unit is moved from a cold location to athe POWER switch is set to ON.
warm location or used in a very humid place. ThisMoreover, the time code value of the TCG will be set to
phenomenon is known as condensation, and running the tape
under these conditions is liable to cause the tape to stick toO00:00:00:00� and the backup of the time code value will no
the drum.longer be possible: this means that the backup battery should
Note the following points:be replaced.
eRemove the tape when the unitOs operation is to be startedConsult with your nearest service center, and replace the
in conditions where condensation may form.spent battery with a new battery (CR2032).
eBefore loading the tape, set the power switch to ON, and
check that the HUMID display is not lighted in the display
window.
6<Note>
For safety reasons, the HUMID display will flash and the drum
will rotate for 80 minutes after condensation detection is
released.
During this time, the operation buttons cannot be operated.
6-2-2 Head cleaning
Use the AJ-CL12MP cleaning cassette if the heads need to
be cleaned. Take care to read the instructions accompanying
the cleaning tape since the video heads may be damaged if
the tape is not used in the correct way.
6-2-3 Cleaning inside the viewfinderBackup battery
eDo not use thinners or any other solvent to remove dirt.
eUse a lens cleaner available on the market to wipe the lens.
eNEVER wipe the mirror.
If dirt or dust has found its way onto the mirror, remove itCAUTION:
using an air blower at retail outlets.These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
perform any servicing other than that contained in the
operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
6-2-4 Phenomena inherent to CCD cameras
Smear
This phenomenon may occur when very bright subjects are
shot.
The faster the electronic shutter speed, the more likely it is
that it will occur.
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