CAUTIONS
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DANGER:Cassettes
To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
Video Light
read the following cautions:
YThe video light becomes extremely hot. Do not
1. During use . . .
touch it either while in operation or soon after
... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.
... be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
YDo not place the camcorder into the carrying case
automatically erases the previously recorded
immediately after using the video light, since it
video and audio signals.
remains extremely hot for some time.
... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
YWhen operating, keep a distance of about 30 cm
when inserting.
between the video light and people or object.
... do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
YDo not use near flammable or explosive materials.
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
YIt is recommended that you consult your nearest
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
JVC dealer for replacing the video light.
... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
the tape to fingerprints and dust.
Battery Packs2. Store cassettes . . .
... away from heaters or other heat sources.The battery packs are nickel-cadmium
or nickel metal-hydride batteries.... out of direct sunlight.
... where they wonOt be subject to unnecessaryBefore using the supplied battery pack
or an optional battery pack, be sure toshock or vibration.
... where they wonOt be exposed to strongread the following cautions:
magnetic fields (such as those generated by
1. To avoid hazard . . .
motors, transformers or magnets).
Terminals... vertically, in their original cases.... do not burn.
... do not short-circuit the terminals.
... do not modify or disassemble.
... use only specified chargers.Main Unit
2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
... do not subject to unnecessary shock.... open the camcorderOs chassis.
... avoid repeated charging without fully... disassemble or modify the unit.
discharging.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack.
... charge in an environment where temperaturesKeep it away from metallic objects when not in
are within the tolerances shown in the chartuse.
below. This is a chemical reaction type... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects
batteryNcooler temperatures impede chemicalto enter the unit.
reaction, while warmer temperatures can... remove the battery pack or disconnect the
prevent complete charging.power supply while the power is on.
... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to... leave the battery pack attached when the
high temperatures will increase naturalcamcorder is not in use.
discharge and shorten service life.
2. Avoid using the unit . . .
... avoid prolonged uncharged storage.
... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.
... remove from charger or powered unit when not
... in places subject to soot or steam such as near a
in use, as some machines use current even
cooking stove.
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 or
charging, or after use.
electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas,
Temperature Range Specifications
etc.).
Charging .............. 10!C to 35!C (50!F to 95!F)
... in places subject to extremely high (over 40!C
Operation ............ 0!C to 40!C (32!F to 104!F)
or 104!F) or extremely low (under 0!C or 32!F)
Storage ................ �10!C to 30!C (14!F to 86!F)
temperatures.
cRecharging time is based on room temperature of
20!C (68!F).
cThe lower the temperature, the longer recharging
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