Sony GV-D800 Manual

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Maintenance information and precautions
Connection to your personal computer
•When recording with the i.LINK cable the image processed or edited by your personal
computer, use a new Hi8 
/Digital8   tape.
•When you capture the pictures recorded in the Hi8 
/standard 8   system to a
personal computer, dub the recordings to the Digital   or DV system first, then
capture them to the personal computer.
When inputting the image recorded by Hi8/standard 8 system into a Sony VAIO
The Program Capture function of DVgate motion doesn’t work. To use this function,
dub the image into a Digital8   or DV tape first, and then input it into a Sony VAIO.
AC power adaptor
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when you do not intend to use the unit for a long
time. To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the power cord
itself.
•Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or
damaged.
•Do not bend the power cord forcibly, or place a heavy object on it. This will damage
the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock.
•Prevent metallic objects from coming into contact with the metal parts of the plugs or
jacks. If this happens, a short may occur and the unit may be damaged.
•Always keep metal contacts clean.
•Do not disassemble the unit.
•Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
•While the unit is in use, particularly during charging, keep it away from AM receivers
and video equipment. AM receivers and video equipment disturb AM reception and
video operation.
•The unit becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
•Do not place the unit in locations that are
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Vibrating
Battery pack
•Use only the specified charger or video equipment with the charging function.
•To prevent an accidental short circuit, do not allow metal objects to come into contact
with the battery terminals.
•Keep the battery pack away from fire.
•Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car
parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
•Keep the battery pack dry.
•Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
•Do not disassemble nor modify the battery pack.
•Attach the battery pack to the video equipment securely.
•Charging while some capacity remains does not affect the original battery capacity.