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ENGLISH GETTING STARTED

Basic Edition DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA

GZ-MC200

BASIC OPERATIONS (RECORDING & PLAYBACK)

MENU SETTINGS

REFERENCES
To deactivate the demonstration, set DEMO MODE to OFF. ( pg. 26)

INSTRUCTIONS

This instruction manual describes the basic operations of the camera. For more information, read the advanced operation manual provided as HTML format in the CD-ROM. See page 32 for details.
For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the bottom of the camera. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No.

LYT1332-001B

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2 EN Major Features of this Camera Removable hard disk
In contrast to conventional digital video cameras that record to DV tapes, the removable hard disk is a new type of card media that enables extended hours of highresolution, MPEG2 video recording. ( pg. 5)
Enjoying Various Playback Features
Unlike tape operation, playback is simple and easy in this camera since no time is needed for rewinding or fast forward operations. Playlist, playback effects, and other functions are also available for enjoying many different types of playback. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. pg. 32)
Various Recording Media and Modes
Video and still images can be recorded to CompactFlash card (CF card) and SD memory card. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive is a type of CF card compliant with CF+ Type II. You can select the most suitable recording medium and mode for picture quality, image size, recording time, and computer environment. ( pg. 42)

Editing Files on your PC

USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer. With the bundled Cyberlink software, you can easily edit video and create your own DVDs. (Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE.)

Voice Recording Features

The camera can be used as a voice recorder for audio recordings. ( pg. 24)

Direct Printing

If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with USB cable directly to the printer. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. pg. 32)
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EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this digital media camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages to ensure safe use of this product. NOTES: The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the main unit. The rating information and safety caution of the AC adapter are on its upper and lower sides. This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org> When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION:

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTIONS: This camera is designed to be used with NTSC-type color television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. Use the JVC BN-VM200U battery pack and, to recharge it or to supply power to the camera from an AC outlet, use the provided multi-voltage AC adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.)
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Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camera and to the user. Carrying or holding the camera by the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction. Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camera. CAUTION! Connecting cables (Audio/Video, S-Video, etc.) to the camera and leaving it on top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camera to fall, resulting in damage. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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8 EN GETTING STARTED Indications on LCD Monitor
During both Video and Still Image Recording
During Video Recording only
A Mode Indicator ( pg. 19) B Wide Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) C Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 28) D Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), A Manual Mode Indicator ( pg. 19) B Tele Macro Mode Indicator ( pg. 28) C Approximate Zoom Ratio ( pg. 20, 28) D Zoom Indicator ( pg. 20, 28) E Iris Lock Indicator (Appears when iris is locked. Refer to
the advanced operation manual. pg. 32) F Shutter Speed ( pg. 31) G Brightness Control Indicator ( pg. 27) H Battery Indicator I Date/Time ( pg. 27) J Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 17, 27) K Manual Focus Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 31) L Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 31) M Program AE Mode Indicator ( pg. 31) N White Balance Indicator ( pg. 31) o : Exposure Adjustment Indicator ( pg. 31) : Backlight Compensation Indicator (Appears when backlight compensation is engaged. Refer to the advanced operation manual. pg. 32) : Spot Exposure Control Indicator (Appears when spot exposure control is engaged. Refer to the advanced operation manual. pg. 32) [E] (economy) ( pg. 28)
E Remaining Time ( pg. 20, 42) F Counter ( pg. 27) G 7REC: (Appears during recording.) ( pg. 20)
79: (Appears during record-standby mode.) ( pg. 20) H Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ( pg. 28)
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During Still Image Recording only

During Voice Recording

A Mode Indicator ( pg. 19) B : Focus Icon ( pg. 22) C Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200), 1280 (1280 x 960),
1024 (1024 x 768), 640 (640 x 480) ( pg. 29)
D Picture Quality: FINE (fine) and STANDARD (standard)

( pg. 29)

E Flash Indicator (Appears when flash mode is engaged.
Refer to the advanced operation manual. pg. 32) F Remaining Number Of Shots ( pg. 43) G Continuous Shooting Mode ( pg. 22) H Shooting Icon ( pg. 22) (Appears during shooting.) I Self-Timer Recording Indicator ( pg. 29)
A Remaining Time ( pg. 43) B Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 17, 27) C Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8 (economy)

( pg. 30)

D Recording Level:
(high), (middle), ( pg. 30) E Wind Cut Indicator ( pg. 28) F Counter G Battery Indicator H Date/Time ( pg. 27) I Microphone Input Level Indicator J Recording Mode 7: Record : Record-standby
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A Mode Indicator ( pg. 19) B Folder/File Number C U : Slide Show ( pg. 23) D Battery Indicator E Date/Time ( pg. 27) F Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 17, 27)

During Video Playback

During Voice Playback
A Mode Indicator ( pg. 19) B Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when play list is
played back. Refer to the advanced operation manual. pg. 32) C Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) ( pg. 28) D Playback Mode ( pg. 21) U : Playback 9 : Pause 5 : Forward High-Speed Search 3 : Reverse High-Speed Search 9U : Forward Slow-Motion Y9 : Reverse Slow-Motion (The number on the left shows speed.) E Counter ( pg. 27) F Volume Level Indicator G Battery Indicator H Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 17, 27) I Effect Mode Indicator ( pg. 31) J Wipe/Fader Effect Indicator ( pg. 29)

A Playback Speed:

During Still Image Playback
(normal), (fast), (slow) ( pg. 30) B Selected Medium Indicator ( pg. 17, 27) C Sound Quality: 48 (fine), 16 (standard), 8 (economy) ( pg. 30) D Counter E Battery Indicator F Date/Time ( pg. 27) G Volume Level Indicator H Playback Mode ( pg. 24) U : Playback 5 : Forward High-Speed Search 3 : Reverse High-Speed Search 9 : Pause 8 : Stop I Recording Level Indicator J Folder/File Number
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Provided Accessories

page 13 for attachment)
K Core Filter for cables (See page 13 for attachment)
Large: S-Video/Audio/Video Cable Medium: USB cable Small: audio extension cable and AC adapters cord

NOTES:

In order to maintain optimum performance of the camera, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be connected to the camera. Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables.
A AC Adapter AP-V14U B Battery Pack BN-VM200U C S-Video/Audio/Video Cable D USB Cable E Removable Hard Disk (4 GB) F Protective Case for Removable Hard Disk G Hand Strap (See page 12 for attachment) H Lens Cap (See page 12 for attachment) I CD-ROM J Audio Extension Cable (for optional headphone, see
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Attaching the Hand Strap

Attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration.
To confirm the lens cap is on correctly make sure the cap is flush to the camera.
1 Thread the end of the strap through the eyelet. 2 Pass the other end through the loop.
When carrying the camera, pass your arm through the strap to prevent dropping the camera. Tighten the strap at your wrist by sliding the buckle.
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Attaching the Core Filter
Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference.

finished. Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera.

Power Switch

Lock Button
To detach the battery pack
Open the battery/CF card cover, and remove the battery pack while sliding BATTERY in the direction of the arrow B.

Battery Pack

To DC connector

BATTERY

AC Adapter
Battery pack BN-VM200U (provided)
Charging time Approx. 1 hr. 35 min.
To AC outlet Protrusion Power/Charge Lamp
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When the Battery/CF card cover is opened or the SD card is removed while the power is on, the power is automatically turned off to protect the data in the recording medium. To turn on the power again, close the cover and use the power switch. It is recommended that only genuine JVC batteries are used in this camera. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the power/charge lamp may not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camera, then try charging again. If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one. Since the AC adapter processes electricity internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in wellventilated areas.

Using AC Power

Connect the AC adapter to the camera as shown in the illustration. ( pg. 14)
The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240 V.

Using the Battery Pack

Perform steps in Charging the Battery Pack. Maximum continuous recording time
Battery pack BN-VM200U (provided) Recording time 1 hr. 5 min.
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the cameras power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in a camera malfunction. If a malfunction occurs by electrostatic discharge, the power source should be terminated to reset the device.

About Batteries

DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures (below 10C/50F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then re-attach it to the camera.
Recording time is reduced significantly under the following conditions: Zoom or record-standby mode is engaged repeatedly. Playback mode is engaged repeatedly. Before extended use, it is recommended that you prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the planned recording time.
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Read the cautions on CF card. ( pg. 38, Recording Medium) Before using the provided removable hard disk or a new CF card, it is necessary to format it. ( pg. 27) When the Battery/CF card cover is opened or the SD card is removed while the power is on, the power is automatically turned off to protect the data in the recording medium. To turn on the power again, close the cover and use the power switch.
Inserting/Removing a CF Card
You can use a CF card (CompactFlash card) as a recording medium in the CF slot. The removable hard disk (provided) or Microdrive is a type of CF cards. See page 42 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera.
Front Rear Terminals CF Slot OPEN Eject Button
Do not insert or remove the CF card while the camera is turned on, as this may cause the CF card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognize whether or not the CF card is installed. Do not squeeze the external covers of the CF card.

Battery/CF Card Cover

Inserting/Removing an SD Card
You can use an SD card as a recording medium in the SD slot. See page 42 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera.
Clipped edge SD card (optional) Label
1 Make sure the cameras power is off. 2 Slide and hold OPEN in the direction of the arrow A,
then open the battery/CF card cover.

SD Slot

3 When the eject button is pulled out as shown in the
illustration, push it once.

The button is pushed in.

4 To insert a CF card, firmly insert it as shown in the
illustration. To remove a CF card, push the eject button twice.
The eject button comes out by pushing it once. By pushing the eject button once again ejects the CF card.

Write/Erase Protection Tab

Card Cover (MEMORY CARD)

5 Close the battery/CF card cover firmly until it locks.
1 Make sure the cameras power is off. 2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
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3 To insert an SD card, firmly insert it with its clipped edge first. To remove an SD card, push it once. After the SD card comes out of the camera, pull it out.
Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of the label.
Selecting Recording Medium
Select the recording medium before starting recording or playback. Example: When recording still images to an SD card

4 Close the card cover.

To protect valuable files Slide the write/erase protection tab on the side of the SD card in the direction of LOCK. This prevents the SD card from being recorded over. To record on this SD card, slide the tab back to the position opposite to LOCK before inserting it.
1 Set the power switch to
or while pressing down the lock button located on the switch.
2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Press rt to select [MEMORY
CARD SETTING], and press 49.
DIS CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING MEMORY CARD SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE
Before using a new SD card, it is necessary to format the card. ( pg. 26, 27)
Do not insert or remove the SD card while the camera is turned on, as this may cause the SD card to be corrupted or cause the camera to become unable to recognize whether or not the SD card is installed.
4 Press rt to select [IMAGE 5 Press rt to select [SD SLOT], 6 Press MENU to return to the
normal screen. and press 49. MODE], and press 49.
COPY/MOVE NO. RESET VIDEO MODE

IMAGE MODE

VOICE MODE FORMAT CLEAN UP
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Date/Time Settings

The date/time is recorded on the picture at all times, but its display can be turned on or off during playback. ( pg. 26, 27)

Angle Adjustment

Tilt the lens part at the most convenient angle. The lens part can rotate 45 upward and downward.
1 Set the power switch to or while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Press rt to select [DISPLAY],

To play these video files, press the recording start/stop button while the index screen is displayed in step 2, and then proceed to step 3 after [MPG] is displayed.

Power Switch Lock Button

The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor or on a connected TV. ( pg. 25) At the junctions between scenes, the image may stop momentarily or the sound may be interrupted. However, this is not a malfunction. To join scenes cleanly, load the video files into the PC and use the provided software to combine the files. When the combined file is used to record a DVD, it will have the same clean joints between scenes as a commercial DVD. Refer to How To Create DVDs simply for more about DVD creation. The date and time are not displayed during video playback. The recording start date and time can be checked in the file information by pressing INFO when playback is paused. When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the sound is not heard from the speaker or headphones.
while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. 2 Press MODE to select.
Various Playback Operations
High-speed search Press 3 or 5 during playback.
Each press of the button increases the search speed for each direction. (60x to +60x)
The index screen for videos appears. The image appears on the index screen shows the first part of the shooting. To switch the medium to be played back, see pages 26 and 27.
3 Press rt w e to select the video file you want to play back. 4 Press 49 to start playback. 5 To pause playback, press 49 again.
To return to the index display Slide the zoom lever to W when playback is paused. To adjust the speaker volume During playback slide the zoom lever towards T to turn up the volume, or towards W to turn down the volume. To turn on/off the on-screen display Press INFO repeatedly. To check the file information Press INFO when playback is paused. Playing back files created on the PC Video files created on the PC are located in the [EXTMOV] folder. (Refer to SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND USB CONNECTION GUIDE.)
Locating the start point of the file or skip the file Press 2 or 6 during playback or pause mode.
Each press of the button advances/reverses the still picture frame by frame.
Frame-by-frame playback Press 3 or 5 during pause mode.
Slow motion playback Press 3 or 5 for 2 or more seconds during pause mode.

Deleting Video Files

Press 49. , then press rt to select [EXECUTE] and press

and 49.

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MEMORY CARD SETTING

VIDEO MODE [CF SLOT] / SD SLOT IMAGE MODE [CF SLOT] / SD SLOT VOICE MODE [CF SLOT] / SD SLOT Media selection can be set for each recording and playback mode: video ( ), still image ( ) or voice ( ). CF SLOT: The CF card is selected as a recording medium. SD SLOT: SD card is selected as a recording medium.
BRIGHT When this item is selected, the brightness control indicator appears. Adjust the brightness of the display using w e, then press 49. DATE/TIME OFF: The date/time does not appear. [AUTO]: Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds when the power switch is set from OFF to. ON: The date/time is always displayed. SCENE COUNTER [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: Displays the counter during video mode. CLOCK ADJUST
Date/Time Settings ( pg. 18)
You have to format the provided removable hard disk or newly-purchased CF cards and SD cards with this camera before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium.
CLEAN UP [CF SLOT] / SD SLOT Writing speed of recording media tends to become slow after long period of repeated use. To regain the speed, execute cleanup periodically. COPY/MOVE COPY / MOVE You can copy or move still image files between recording media in CF and SD slots. NO. RESET VIDEO / IMAGE / VOICE By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder.
FORMAT [CF SLOT] / SD SLOT You can format (initialize) a recording medium in the CF or SD slot.
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CAMERA SETTING

ZOOM 10X: Only optical zoom is available up to 10X. [40X]: Digital zoom is available up to 40X. 200X: Digital zoom is available up to 200X. Bit rate 8.5 Mbps 5.5 Mbps 4.2 Mbps 1.5 Mbps TELE MACRO [OFF]: Disables the function. ON: You can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of approx. 60 cm (2 ft).

Video Recording Menus

[ ] = Factory-preset QUALITY Select the desired picture quality. Mode (In order of the quality) [ULTRA FINE] FINE NORMAL ECONOMY Size (pixels) 720 x x x x 240

No power is supplied.

The power is not connected properly. H Connect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 14) The battery pack is not attached firmly. HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly. ( pg. 14) The battery is dead. HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 14)
The same image is displayed for a long time during video playback, or motion is choppy. There are periods of silence during voice playback.
If the surface of the hard disk is damaged, it makes difficult to read data and these phenomena will appear. This camera will make all possible efforts to read data, but when such a state continues for some time, and further playback is impossible, it will stop automatically.

Recording

Recording cannot be performed.
[MEMORY CARD IS FULL] appears. HReplace with new recording medium or delete unnecessary files. ( pg. 16, 29) Recording medium is not selected properly. HSelect the recording medium. ( pg. 17) The battery/CF card cover is open. HClose the cover and set the power switch to OFF, then to

Advanced features

The focus does not adjust automatically.
Focus is set to the manual mode. HSet focus to the automatic mode. ( pg. 31) The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 32)
The color of the image looks strange.
When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.
The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. HTry manual white balance adjustment. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. pg. 32)
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[SET DATE/TIME!] appears.
The built-in clock's rechargeable lithium battery is discharged. The previously set date/time is erased. HConnect the camera to an AC outlet using the AC Adapter for over 24 hours to charge the clock's lithium battery. Then set the date/time. ( pg. 18)
The recorded image is too dark.
Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. HTry backlight compensation. (Refer to the advanced operation manual in CD-ROM. pg. 32)
The recorded image is too bright.
The subject is too bright. HSet [P. AE] to [SPOTLIGHT]. ( pg. 31)

Warning Indications

The following indications appear on the screen. (Battery indicator) Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level
High Exhausted As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
THIS CARD IS NOT FOR RECORDING VIDEO Appears when a recording medium which is not capable of video recording is inserted. Use the guaranteed recording medium to work with this camera. ( pg. 42) UNSUPPORTED FILE! Appears when playing back a file that is not compatible with this camera's file format. NO VIDEO FILES STORED! Appears if there are no video files when you attempt video playback. NO IMAGE FILES STORED! Appears if there are no still image files when you attempt still image playback. NO VOICE FILES STORED! Appears if there are no voice files when you attempt voice playback. THIS CARD IS NOT FOR CONTINUOUS SHOOTING Appears when the recording medium is not capable of continuous shooting. Use the guaranteed recording medium to work with this camera. ( pg. 42)

SET DATE/TIME!

Appears when the date/time is not set. ( pg. 18) Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased. ( pg. 18)
LENS CAP Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark. PLEASE INSERT MEMORY CARD Appears when no recording medium is inserted in the selected slot. ( pg. 16) THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED Appears when an unformatted recording medium is inserted. MEMORY CARD IS FULL Appears when the recording medium is full and recording is not possible. CHECK CARDS WRITE PROTECTION SWITCH Appears when you attempt recording when the write protection tab on the SD card is set to the "LOCK" position.
NO MEMORY CARD Appears when recording media are not inserted to both of slots for file copy/move operation. NO SUPPORTED FILES Appears when there is no JPEG (still image) files to be copied or moved in recording media.
CLOSE COVER Appears when the recording medium cover is opened during file copy/move operation.

Main Unit

For safety, DO NOT
. open the cameras chassis. disassemble or modify the unit. short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. leave the battery pack attached when the camera is not in use.

Avoid using the unit

Copy the recorded files to your PC. JVC shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to DVD or other media for storage.) A malfunction may cause the recording medium to fail to operate properly. JVC shall not provide any compensation for any lost contents.

DO NOT leave the unit

. in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. in places subject to soot or steam such as near a cooking stove. in places subject to excessive shock or vibration. near a television set. near appliances generating strong magnetic or electric fields (speakers, broadcasting antennas, etc.). in places subject to extremely high (over 40C or 104F) or extremely low (under 0C or 32F) temperatures. in places of over 50C (122F). in places where humidity is extremely low (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%). in direct sunlight. in a closed car in summer. near a heater. allow it to become wet. drop the unit or strike it against hard objects. subject it to shock or excessive vibration during transportation. keep the lens directed at extremely bright objects for long periods. expose the lens to direct sunlight. carry it by holding the LCD monitor. swing it excessively when using the hand strap or the grip. swing the soft camera case excessively when the camera is inside it.

LCD Monitor

To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO NOT. push it strongly or apply any shocks. place the camera with LCD monitor on the bottom. To prolong service life. avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD monitor use. These are not malfunctions.
. While using the camera, the surface around the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. If you leave power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot.