Sony DSR-400K/400PK User Manual
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Important Notes on Operation
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Appendix
Important Notes on
Operation
Operation
Use and Storage
Do not subject the unit to severe shocks
The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body
warped.
The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body
warped.
Do not cover the unit while operating
Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause
excessive internal heat build-up.
Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause
excessive internal heat build-up.
After use
Always turn off the power.
Always turn off the power.
Before storing the camcorder for a long period
Remove the battery pack.
Remove the battery pack.
Shipping
• Remove the cassette before transporting the unit.
• If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other
• Remove the cassette before transporting the unit.
• If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other
transportation service, pack it in the shipping carton of
the unit.
the unit.
Care of the unit
Remove dust and dirt from the surfaces of the lenses or
optical filters using a blower.
If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a little neutral
detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents such
as alcohol or thinners, as these may cause discoloration or
other damage to the finish of the unit.
Remove dust and dirt from the surfaces of the lenses or
optical filters using a blower.
If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a little neutral
detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents such
as alcohol or thinners, as these may cause discoloration or
other damage to the finish of the unit.
In the event of operating problems
If you should experience problems with the unit, contact
your Sony dealer.
If you should experience problems with the unit, contact
your Sony dealer.
Use and storage locations
Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the
unit in the following places.
unit in the following places.
• In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature range:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F))
Remember that in summer in warm climates the
temperature inside a car with the windows closed can
easily exceed 50°C (122°F).
temperature inside a car with the windows closed can
easily exceed 50°C (122°F).
• In damp or dusty locations
• Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain
• Locations subject to violent vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong
• Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain
• Locations subject to violent vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong
electromagnetic fields.
• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods
To prevent electromagnetic interference from
portable communications devices
The use of portable telephones and other communications
devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and
interference with audio and video signals.
It is recommended that the portable communications
devices near this unit be powered off.
portable communications devices
The use of portable telephones and other communications
devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and
interference with audio and video signals.
It is recommended that the portable communications
devices near this unit be powered off.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage the CCDs.
If you shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful
not to let the laser beam be directed into the lens of the
camera.
Laser beams may damage the CCDs.
If you shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful
not to let the laser beam be directed into the lens of the
camera.
Use at a high temperature
If the unit is used at a high temperature, white flecks may
appear on the screen.
If the unit is used at a high temperature, white flecks may
appear on the screen.
Fitting the zoom lens
It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise damage
may result. Be sure to refer to the section “Mounting the
lens” on page 28.
may result. Be sure to refer to the section “Mounting the
lens” on page 28.
Viewfinder
• Do not leave the unit with the eyepiece pointing directly
• Do not leave the unit with the eyepiece pointing directly
at the sun.
The eyepiece lens can concentrate the sun’s rays and
melt the interior of the viewfinder.
melt the interior of the viewfinder.
• Do not use the viewfinder close to strong magnetic
fields. This can cause picture distortion.