Casio QV R51 User Manual

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Precautions
General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the QV-R41/QV-R51. All references in this
manual to “this camera” and “the camera” refer to the
CASIO QV-R41/QV-R51 Digital Camera.

Avoid Use While In Motion
Never use the camera to record or play back images
while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while
walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates
the risk of serious accident.

Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light
Never look at the sun or any other bright light through
the camera’s viewfinder. Doing so can damage your
eyesight.

Flash
Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or
explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create
the risk of fire and explosion.
Never fire the flash in the direction of a person
operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with
the driver’s vision and creates the risk of accident.
Never fire the flash too close to the eyes of the subject.
Doing so creates the risk of loss of eyesight.

Display Panel
Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface
or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the
display panel glass to crack.
Should the display panel ever become cracked, never
touch any of the liquid inside the panel. Doing so
creates the risk of skin inflammation.
Should display panel liquid ever get into your mouth,
immediately rinse your mouth out and contact your
physician.
Should display panel liquid ever get into your eyes or
onto your skin, immediately rinse with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and contact your physician.
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Connections
Never plug any devices that are not specified for use
with this camera into connectors. Connecting a non-
specified device creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.

Transport
Never operate the camera inside of an aircraft or
anywhere else where operation of such devices is
restricted. Improper use creates the risk of serious
accident.

Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and
other abnormalities
Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke
or strange odor, or overheating creates the risk of fire
and electric shock. Immediately perform the following
steps whenever any of the above symptoms are
present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn
injury.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.

Water and Foreign Matter
Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal)
getting inside the camera creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps
whenever any of the above symptoms are present.
Particular care is required when using the camera
where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other
body of water, or in a bathroom.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.
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Dropping and Rough Treatment
Continued use of the camera after it is damaged by
dropping or other rough treatment creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the
following steps whenever any of the above symptoms
are present.
1. Turn off the camera.
2. If you are using the AC adaptor to power the
camera, unplug it from the wall outlet. If you are
using battery power, remove the batteries from the
camera.
3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center.

Keep Away From Fire
Never expose the camera to fire, which can cause it to
explode and creates the risk of fire and electric shock.

Disassembly and Modification
Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any
way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn
injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all
internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your
dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.

Locations To Be Avoided
Never leave the camera in any of the following types of
locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
—Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust
—Food preparation areas or other locations where oil
smoke is present
—Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed
to direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle parked in the
sun, or other areas subject to very high
temperatures
Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a
high shelf, etc. Doing so can cause the camera to fall,
creating the risk of personal injury.

Backing Up Important Data
Always keep backup copies of important data in
camera memory by transferring it to a computer or
other storage device. Note that data can be deleted in
the case of camera malfunction, repair, etc.

Memory Protection
Whenever replacing batteries, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as described in the documentation
that comes with the camera. Incorrectly replacing
batteries can result in corruption or loss of data in
camera memory.
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Batteries
Misuse of batteries can cause them to leak, which
damages and corrodes the area around the batteries
and creates the danger of fire and personal injury.
Make sure you observe the following precautions when
using batteries.
—Never try to take batteries apart and never allow
them to become shorted.
—Do not expose batteries to heat or fire.
—Never mix new batteries with old ones.
—Never mix batteries of different types.
—Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
—When loading batteries, make sure their positive (+)
and negative (–) ends are facing correctly.
—When using rechargeable batteries, be sure to read
the Safety Precautions section of the user
documentation that comes with them.
—Use only the batteries that are specified for this
camera.
—If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time,
remove its batteries.

Alkaline Batteries
Should liquid from an alkaline battery ever get into your
eyes, take the following steps.
1. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean water. Do not
rub!
2. See a physician as soon as possible.
Failure to clean alkaline battery fluid from the eyes
creates the risk of loss of sight.

Rechargeable Batteries
Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat
generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other
abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing
batteries, immediately remove them from the camera or
the battery charger unit and keep them away from open
flame.
The term “battery” in this manual refers to the
rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries.
The term “charger unit” in the following precautions
refers to the CASIO BC-5H Charger Unit.
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Failure to observe any of the following precautions
while using batteries creates the risk of overheating,
fire, and explosion.
—Never use any other type of charger unit except the
one specified for the batteries.
—Never try to use batteries to power any other device
other than this camera.
—Never use or leave batteries near open flame.
—Never place batteries in a microwave oven, throw it
into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.
—Make sure batteries are oriented correctly when you
load them into the camera or attach them to the
charger unit.
—Never carry or store batteries together with items
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,
etc.).
—Never try to take batteries apart, modify them in any
way, or expose them to strong impact.
—Do not immerse batteries in fresh water or salt
water.
—Do not use or leave batteries under direct sunlight,
in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other
area subject to high temperatures.If the batteries do not achieve full charge after the
normal charging time has passed, stop charging.
Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,
and explosion.
Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery
fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse
them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.
If batteries are to be used by young children, make
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
precautions and proper handling instructions, and make
sure that they handle batteries correctly.
Should fluid from batteries accidentally get onto
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
cause skin irritation.
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Charger Unit
Never plug the charger unit into an outlet whose
voltage rating is different from that marked on the
charger unit. Doing so creates the risk of fire,
malfunction, and electric shock.
Never plug in or unplug the charger unit while your
hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric
shock.
Do not plug the charger unit into an outlet or extension
cord that is shared by other devices. Doing so creates
the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.
The charger unit becomes slightly warm during
charging. This is normal and does not indicate
malfunction.
Unplug the charger unit from the power outlet
whenever you are not using it.

AC Adaptor (Option)
Misuse of the optional AC adaptor creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the
following precautions when using the AC adaptor.
—Use only the optional AC adaptor specified for this
camera.
—Use a 100 to 240V AC (50/60Hz) wall outlet as a
power source.
—Never plug the power cord into a wall outlet that is
shared by other devices, or into a shared extension
cord.
Misuse of the AC adaptor can cause it to become
damaged, creating the risk of fire and electric shock.
Make sure you observe the following precautions when
using the AC adaptor.
—Never place heavy objects on the AC adaptor or
subject it to direct heat.
—Never try to modify the AC adaptor or subject it to
bending.
—Do not twist or pull on the power cord.
—Should the power cord or plug ever become
damaged, contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
Use the AC adaptor where it will not be splashed with
water. Water creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
Do not place a vase or any other container filled with
liquid on top of the AC adaptor. Water creates the risk
of fire and electric shock.
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• Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet.
Doing so creates the risk of electric shock.
• Misuse of the optional AC adaptor creates the risk of
fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the
following precautions when using the AC adaptor.
— Never locate the power cord near a stove or other
heating device.
— When unplugging from the wall outlet, grasp the
plug on the AC adaptor power cord. Never pull on
the power cord.
— Insert the plug into the wall outlet as far as it will go.
— Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet before
leaving the camera unattended for long periods,
such as when leaving on a trip, etc.
— At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor from
the wall outlet and clean off any dust built up around
the prongs.
Battery Life
• The battery lives noted in the User’s Guide are
approximate values until power fails, based on use of
batteries of recommended brands at temperature 23°C
(73°F), and do not guarantee you will be able to
achieve operation for the life noted. Actual battery life is
greatly affected by the battery brand, battery production
date, and ambient temperature.
• Leaving the camera on can run down batteries and
cause the low battery warning to appear. Turn off the
camera whenever you are not using it.
• Sometimes, the camera may shutdown after the low
battery warning appears. If this happens, immediately
replace both of the batteries. Leaving low or dead
batteries in the camera can lead to battery leakage and
data corruption.
• Though you could use alkaline batteries when there are
no other types of batteries available, note that the life of
alkaline batteries will be very short. Use of
rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries or lithium
batteries is recommended.
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Operating conditions
This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
—In areas subject to direct sunlight
—In areas subject to high humidity or dust
—Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
—Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
—In areas subject to strong vibration
Data Error Precautions
Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
—Removing the batteries or memory card from the
camera, or connecting the USB cable to the camera
while the camera is performing a record or memory
access operation
—Removing the batteries or memory card from the
camera, or connecting the USB cable to the camera
while the operation lamp is still flashing after you turn
off the camera
—Disconnecting the USB cable or disconnecting the AC
adaptor from the camera while a USB data
communication operation is being performed
—Low battery power
*Note that continued use of weak batteries can lead to
malfunction of the camera. Charge the batteries or
replace the batteries with new ones as soon as
possible after signs of low power appear.
—Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 178). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
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Lens
Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
Condensation
When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the batteries
from the camera and leave the battery compartment
cover open for a few hours.
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Other
The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.
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