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General Battery PrecautionsCassettes
YWhen the C-P6U or C-P7U (cassette adapter) isTo properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
not functioning even when correctly operated, theread the following cautions:
battery is exhausted. Replace it with a fresh one.1. During use . . .
YUse only the following battery:.... make sure the cassette bears the VHS-C
C-P6U or C-P7U..................... AA (R6) sizemark.
.... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
Please make note of the following rules for battery
tapes automatically erases the previously
use. When misused, battery can leak or explode.
recordedvideo and audio signals.
1. Refer to the C-P6U/C-P7U instructions when.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
replacing the battery.when inserting.
2. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat as it
.... do not load and unload the cassette
can leak or explode.
repeatedly without allowing the tape to run
3. Do not dispose of battery in a fire.at all. This slackens the tape and can result in
4. Remove battery from the unit if it is to be storeddamage.
for an extended period to avoid battery leakage
.... do not open the front tape cover. This
which can cause malfunctions.
exposes the tape to fingerprints and dust.
2. Store cassettes . . .
.... away from heaters or other heat sources.
Battery Packs
.... out of direct sunlight.
The supplied battery pack is a.... where they wonOt be subject to unnecessary
nickel-cadmium battery. Before usingshock or vibration.
the supplied battery pack or an.... where they wonOt be exposed to strong
optional battery pack, be sure to readmagnetic fields (such as those generated by
the following cautions:motors, transformers or magnets).
1. To avoid hazard . . ..... vertically, in their original cases.
.... do not burn.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals.Terminals
Main Unit
.... do not modify or disassemble.
.... use only specified chargers.1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . ..... open the camcorderOs chassis.
.... do not subject to unnecessary shock..... disassemble or modify the unit.
.... avoid repeated charging without fully.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
discharging.Keep it away from metallic objects when not
.... charge in an environment where tempera-in use.
tures are within the tolerances shown in the.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
chart below. This is a chemical reaction typeto enter the unit.
batteryNcooler temperatures impede.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
chemical reaction, while warmer tempera-power supply while the power is on.
tures can prevent complete charging..... leave the battery pack attached when the
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposurecamcorder is not in use.
to high temperatures will increase natural2. Avoid using the unit . . .
discharge and shorten service life..... in places subject to excessive humidity or
.... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.dust.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when.... in places subject to soot or steam such as
not in use, as some machines use currentnear a cooking stove.
even when switched off..... in places subject to excessive shock or
vibration.
NOTES:.... near a television set.
cIt is normal for the battery pack to be warm after.... near appliances generating strong magnetic
charging, or after use.or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting
Temperature Range Specificationsantennas, etc.).
Charging ........................ 10!C to 35!C.... in places subject to extremely high (over
Operation ...................... 0!C to 40!C40!C) or extremely low (under 0!C) tempera-
Storage........................... �10!C to 30!Ctures.
cRecharging time is based on room temperature of
20!C.
cThe lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes. |
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