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Panasonic Digital Video Camcorder PV-GS36 Operating Instructions
Panasonic Digital Video Camcorder PV-GS36 Operating Instructions
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With a PC 51 „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the indication of the One-Touch Navigation icon is different from the one in usual operation. 12 1In usual operation 2In the WEB CAMERA mode (Tape Playback Mode) • Even if you move the Joystick Control [▲▼◄►] ( , , , ), the selected direction on the One-Touch Navigation icon is not lit in yellow. • The One-Touch Navigation icon blinks on instead of appearing from the side of the screen when you press the center of the Joystick Control. 4 Start the Windows Messenger (For Windows XP users) or MSN Messenger (For Windows 2000 users). • Click [Start] >> [All Programs (Program)] >> [Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger]. • When you use Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use the Windows Messenger on Windows XP. When you use other than Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP. • If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status. • If the USB Cable is disconnected from the personal computer, the Web Camera mode is canceled. • If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, video cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card. • You cannot output the video input from the DV terminal to the display of the PC. • In the Web Camera mode, the audio may be interrupted in the middle of communication depending on the communication environment or the performance of the personal computer. • For Windows XP SP2 users, if the [Windows Security Alert] screen is displayed, click [Unblock] and proceed. 2 Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click [OK]. When starting the Windows Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. 1 Click [Click here to sign in]. Setting up the Windows Messenger 3 Click [Next] when the [.NET Passport Wizard] dialog appears. 4 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed. 5 After the setup is completed, sign in and start the Windows Messenger.
52 6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confi rm that equipment is connected correctly. 7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] menu. Setting up the MSN Messenger • For other information about Windows Messenger, please refer to Help. • When access is finished, close Windows Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB Cable. • If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera continuously for two hours, the communication is automatically shut OFF. In this case, restart Windows Messenger and set up the communication again. 8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu.2 Type in your Sign-in name and password.• If you do not have your Sign-in name and password, click [Get one here]. 3 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed. 4 After the setup is completed, sign in and start MSN Messenger. 5 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confi rm that equipment is connected correctly. 6 Select the microphone attached to the PC in the [Microphone] menu. 7 Click [Web Camera Settings...] in the [Tools] menu. 8 Confi rm that the [Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device] is selected. When starting the MSN Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the MSN Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. „ In the case of MSN Messenger 7.0 1 Click [Sign In].
With a PC 53 By connecting the Camcorder and Macintosh with the DV Cable, you can transfer motion pictures saved on a DV Tape directly to your Macintosh. • iMovie HD, included with any new Macintosh or sold with iLife. Transferring Motion DV Tape Pictures (Camcorder→Macintosh) via DV Cable (iMovie / iMovie HD) 2 Connect the Camcorder to your Macintosh with the DV Cable. „ For MacintoshOS:Mac OS X v 10.3 – X v 10.4 1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode. 3 Click the [ iMovie HD] icon. If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall) The screens may vary with the type of the OS. 1 Select [Start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control Panel], select the software or the driver from [Add/Remove Programs] to uninstall. • Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS. 2 After software or driver is uninstalled, please restart your computer. „ For Windows „ In the case of MSN Messenger 7.5 1 Type in your E-mail address and password. • If you do not have a password, click [Get a new account]. 2 After setup is completed, sign in and start MSN Messenger. 3 Click [Audio and Video Setup] in the [Tools] menu and then click [Next]. 4 Set up the speaker settings. 5 Select [DVC] in the microphone setup screen. 6 Select [USB Video Device] in the Webcam setup screen and then click [Finish]. • For other information about MSN Messenger, please refer to Help. • When access is finished, close MSN Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB cable.
54 Notes • Macintosh and iMovie HD from Apple are the registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. • Microsoft ® Windows®, Windows Messenger®, MSN Messenger® and DirectX® are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Intel ®, Pentium® and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation. • All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations. • The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in the text. Depending on the operating environment and other factors, the contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen. • Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well. • In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder. • These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer. • Do not disconnect USB Cable while the operation light of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer. • We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when connecting to the personal computer. Data may be lost if the battery power is lost while transferring data. • If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera while virus checking software is running, the Camcorder’s operation may stop midway through. In this case, exit the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger, reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger. • Do not delete the folders in the memory card such as picture folder. Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted. • When the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode while it is connected to the personal computer, the operation mode of the Camcorder cannot be switched. In this case, disconnect the USB Connection Cable. Switch the operation mode of the Camcorder and reconnect the Cable. • When the Tape Recording Mode of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may be displayed. You may simply ignore it. • When you are using Windows XP or Windows 2000, you may install or uninstall this software after logging ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a user name having equivalent authority. 5 Click [Create] in the [Create Project] screen and select a folder in which to save the motion pictures. • “Camera connected” is displayed. • Confirm the [ ] is selected. 6 Click [ ] to playback the tape. 7 Click [Import] to capture the motion pictures you wish to save. • For more information about iMovie HD, please refer to Help. For more information, please contact Apple at http://www.apple.com 4 Click [Create a New Project].
With a PC 55 Data files recorded on an “SD Memory Card” by this Camcorder conform with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). • If you attempt to play back files recorded with this Camcorder on other equipment or to play back files recorded with other equipment on this Camcorder, you may not be able to play them back. Please check the compatibility with the other equipment in advance. About the compatibility of the card files • When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a personal computer, folders will be displayed as shown in the following figure. [100CDPFP]: The images (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) in this folder are recorded in the JPEG format. [MISC]: Files in which DPOF Data has been set to the image are in this folder. • [DCIM], etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operation. • In the Card Mode, the Camcorder automatically saves file numbers (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) along with the images. The file numbers are recorded with each image as consecutive numbers. • When using software without an indication function, indication data, such as date, are not displayed. Depending on the software in use, the date and the time may not be displayed correctly. • The memory capacity indicated on the SD Card label corresponds to the total card capacity. Some of this capacity is used to protect and manage the copyright data, and not all capacity is available as a conventional memory for a Camcorder, Personal Computer or others. About the folder structure when using the Memory Card in a personal computer• If you install the USB Driver after the USB Cable is connected, or if you do not follow these Operating Instructions, the Camcorder will not be recognized correctly. In this case, delete the USB Driver from [Device Manager] as described below, uninstall the USB Driver, and re-install it. • With the Camcorder and personal computer connected via a USB Cable, open the [Device Manager]. Right-click [!DVC] 1 in [Ports] or [Other devices], and select [Uninstall]. ([!DVC] 1 will differ depending on the OS or operating environment of your personal computer.) 1 About the SD Memory Card Files recorded on an SD Memory CardIt may not be possible to play back the files on this Camcorder recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance. SD Memory Card (Optional)The SD Memory Card is an external Memory Card that is available in larger capacities. It has a write protect switch to prevent data writing and card formatting, as well as a copyright protection function. • SD Logo is a trademark. • All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.(For Windows)
56For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen. W :Fade (White) (pp. 31~32) B :Fade (Black) (pp. 31~32) :Auto White Balance (p. 35) :White Balance Adjustment Mode (pp. 35~36) :Outdoor Mode (p. 35) :Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent lamp) (p. 35) :MagicPix Function (p. 32) : Zoom Microphone (p. 30) :Wind Noise Reduction (p. 33) :Soft Skin Mode (p. 33) :Volume adjustment (p. 39) 12:34:56AM: Date/Time Indication (p. 23) , :Photoshot Picture Quality (p. 27) 0 : Remaining Number of Photoshot pictures (When the remaining number of Photoshot pictures reaches 0, the red indication flashes.) 100-0001 : Folder/File Display No. 00 : File Number 1 : Number of DPOF Setting (p. 43) :RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording (p. 28) : Lock Setting (p. 43) :LED Video Light is on. (p. 28) :Gain up (p. 28) :Web Camera Mode (p. 50) [640 × 480] Image size • For images not recorded with this Camcorder, the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels. (White):Photoshot Mode (Red):While Photoshot recording is activated (Green):While the Card being read (Red):Using a card that cannot be recognized :Tape Recording Mode (p. 25) :Tape Playback Mode (p. 39) :Card Recording Mode (pp. 26~27) :Picture Playback Mode (p. 40) :PC Mode (p. 48) SP : Standard Play Mode (Recording Speed Mode) (p. 24) LP : Long Play Mode (Recording Speed Mode) (p. 24) :Automatic Mode (p. 25) :Manual Mode (pp. 34~38) :Image Stabilizer (p. 31) 12 bit, 16 bit : Audio Recording Mode (p. 23) MF: Manual Focus (p. 38) :Back Light Mode (p. 32) :Sports Mode (Scene Mode) (p. 34) :Portrait Mode (Scene Mode) (p. 34) :Low Light Mode (Scene Mode) (p. 34) :Spotlight Mode (Scene Mode) (p. 34) :Surf & Snow Mode (Scene Mode) (p. 34) ● : Recording (p. 25) (Green) : Recording Pause (p. 25) (Green Flash) :Standby Mode : Still Playback (p. 40) :Self-Timer Recording (p. 29) ► : Playback (p. 39) ►► : Fast-forward/Cue Playback (p. 40) ◄◄ : Rewind/Review Playback (p. 40) ◄ΙΙ, ΙΙ► : Still Advance Playback (p. 40) :Recording Check (p. 26) :Blank Search (p. 26) ► :Repeat Playback (p. 39) 1/500 : Shutter Speed (pp. 36~37) :Slide Show Playback (pp. 41~42) F2.4 : F Number (p. 37) 6dB Gain Value (p. 37) Basic indications:: Remaining battery power 0h00m00s00f: Time code 12:34:56PM: Date/Time indication Recording indications:R0:45: Remaining tape time • Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)
Others 57 Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the Camcorder. Confirmatory Indications :A cassette with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position is inserted. No cassette is inserted. [--] / :The built-in battery is low. (p. 16) :The Warning/Alarm Indication appears when you record yourself. Turn the LCD Monitor towards the Viewfinder and check the Warning/Alarm Indication. :No card is inserted. END :The tape came to the end during recording. :The video heads are dirty. (p. 59) Textual Indications DEW DETECT/ EJECT TAPE: Condensation has occurred. Take out the cassette and wait for a while. It takes some time until the cassette holder opens, but this is not a malfunction. (p. 59) TAPE END: The tape came to the end during recording. NEED HEAD CLEANING: The video heads are dirty. (p. 59) PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. Press the [RESET] Button (p. 64). This may solve the problem. LOW BATTERY: The Battery is low. Recharge it. (pp. 11~12) NO TAPE: No tape is inserted. (p. 14) CHECK REC TAB: You are attempting to record pictures on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position. You are attempting Audio Dubbing or Digital Dubbing on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position. WRONG TAPE FORMAT: You are attempting to play back a tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system. This cassette is incompatible. CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR: The cassette cover is open. Close the cassette cover. (p. 14) COPY PROTECTED: Images cannot be recorded correctly because the medium is protected by a copy guard.CARD ERROR: The Card is not compatible with this Camcorder. You are attempting to format a failed card. It displays, when you attempt to insert the incompatible card to Card Slot. NO CARD: No card is inserted. CARD FULL: Card does not have sufficient memory remaining. Select Picture Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files. NO DATA: There are no recorded files on the card. UNPLAYABLE CARD: You are attempting to play back data not compatible with this Camcorder. FILE LOCKED: You are attempting to erase protected files. CARD LOCKED: The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK]. CHANGE MODE TO USE USB: The USB Cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode. CANCEL MAGICPIX MODE: You are attempting to select an item other than [OFF] in [ SCENE MODE] during MagicPix Mode. DISCONNECT USB CABLE: You are attempting to turn the Mode Dial in PC Mode with the USB Cable connected to the Camcorder. You are attempting to record pictures on a Tape/Card with the USB Cable connected to the Camcorder. PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0: The Camcorder is connected to a personal computer that does not support USB2.0. CAN NOT USE USB: You are connecting the USB Cable with the DV Cable connected. CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE: You are attempting to select an item other than [OFF] in [ SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/ MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO]. TURN OFF THE VIDEO LIGHT: You are attempting to select an item in [ SCENE MODE] when Light is on. REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR: When the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD Monitor cannot be adjusted.
58For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Cautions for Use „ After Use 1 Take out the Cassette. (p. 14) 2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. 3 Take out the Card. (p. 15) 4 Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfi nder or the LCD Monitor. (p. 17) 5 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap. „ Cautions for UseWhen you use your Camcorder on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the Camcorder. • Water may cause the Camcorder or Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure may occur.) • If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth. Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). • If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound. • Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors. • Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a microprocessor may adversely affect the Camcorder, causing the disturbance of images and sounds. • If the Camcorder is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Thereafter, turn on the Camcorder power. Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables. • If you record pictures near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected. Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use. • If you use the Camcorder for a long period of time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction. • This Camcorder is not intended for business use. When you use your Camcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Camcorder. • Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.) Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder. • If the Camcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off. • Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the Camcorder for a long period of time. Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Camcorder. • The Camcorder body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off. • Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack. • Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth. • For storing or transporting the Camcorder, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the camera body from being worn. After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Camcorder or pull out the AC Cable from AC Jack. • If the Cassette is left in the Camcorder, the tape sags and deteriorates. • If the Battery is left on the Camcorder for a long time, the voltage drops excessively, and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged. „ About AC Adaptor• If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may continue flashing, and the Battery may not be charged. After the temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer. • If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer time than normal. • If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC Adaptor 3 feet (1 meter) or more away from radio. • When using the AC Adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal. • After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack. (If they are left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.) • Always keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and Battery clean.
Others 59 „ CondensationIf you turn the Camcorder on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, Condensation Indication [ ] is displayed on the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor and the messages [ DEW DETECT] or [EJECT TAPE] (only when the tape is inserted) appear. In this case, follow the procedure below. 1 Remove the tape if it is inserted.• It takes about 20 seconds to open the Cassette Holder. This is not a malfunction. 2 Leave the Camcorder with the Cassette Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature. 3 Turn the Camcorder on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indication disappears. Especially in cold conditions, dew may be frozen. In this case, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears. Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed. • The condensation indication may not appear depending on circumstances. When condensation occurs on the lens or the Camcorder, it also may occur on the head and the tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment Cover. When the Lens Is Fogged:Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and leave the Camcorder in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally. „ Video Head Clogging and CareIf the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the Camcorder cannot record at all. Causes of Dirty Heads• Large quantity of dust in the air • High-temperature and high-humidity environment • Damaged tape • Long operating hours Using Panasonic cleaning cassette (AY-DVMCLA) 1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. 2 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder in the same manner as a Video Cassette. 3 Move the Joystick Control [▲], and approximately 15 seconds later, move the Joystick Control [▼]. (Do not rewind the tape.) 4 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image. 5 If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1 to 4. (Do not use the Head Cleaner 3 times or more consecutively.) Notes: • Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before. • If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the tape may be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that Cassette. • Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.) • If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner, the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicenter. Please consult a dealer. • Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty. Periodical Check-upTo maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.) „ Optimal Use of the BatteryBattery CharacteristicsThis Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may become unusable for a while.
60For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Be Sure to Detach the Battery after UseBe sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder. (If it is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged. Disposing of an Unusable Battery• The Battery has a limited life. • Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an explosion. Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances. If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery to the Camcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC Adaptor. „ Cautions for StorageBefore storing the Camcorder, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery. Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. (Recommended Temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended Humidity: 40 % to 60 %) Camcorder• Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Camera. • Do not leave the Camcorder in places that expose it to high temperature. Battery• Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery. • If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions. • Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned. • Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity. Cassette• Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although it depends on the storage condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning. • Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Camcorder and other components. Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case. • Once every half year, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself. • Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment. • The surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may cause noise in images and sounds. Card• When the Card is being read, do not remove the Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration or impact. • Do not leave the Card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated. • Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the recorded content may be damaged. • After use, be sure to remove the Card from the Camcorder. • After usage, store the supplied SD Memory Card in the enclosed bag. • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it. • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.