Sony NSC-GC1 Manual
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Notes on using your camera
Types of “Memory Stick” that can be
used (not supplied)
used (not supplied)
The IC recording medium used by this
camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”.
camera is a “Memory Stick Duo”.
“Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a
“Memory Stick Duo” with your camera.
“Memory Stick Duo” with your camera.
“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
“Memory Stick” with your camera.
• Do not attach a label or the like on a “Memory
Stick Duo” or a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
Other memory cards cannot be used.
• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see
When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with
“Memory Stick” compatible equipment
“Memory Stick” compatible equipment
You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by
inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo
Adaptor (not supplied).
Memory Stick Duo Adaptor
Notes on the battery
• Charge the built-in battery before using the
camera for the first time.
• The battery can be charged even if it is not
completely discharged. Also, even if the battery
is not fully charged, you can use the partially
charged capacity of the battery as is.
is not fully charged, you can use the partially
charged capacity of the battery as is.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long
time, use up the existing charge and store the
camera in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain
the battery functions.
camera in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain
the battery functions.
• For details on the battery, see page 79.
No compensation for contents of the
recording
recording
• The contents of the recording cannot be
compensated for if recording or playback is not
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
possible due to a malfunction of your camera or
recording media, etc.
Internal memory and “Memory Stick
Duo” back up
Duo” back up
• Do not turn off the camera or remove “Memory
Stick Duo” while the access lamp is lighted, as
the internal memory data or “Memory Stick
Duo” data may be destroyed. Always protect
your data by making a back up copy.
the internal memory data or “Memory Stick
Duo” data may be destroyed. Always protect
your data by making a back up copy.
About changing the language setting
• The on-screen displays in each local language
are used for illustrating the operating
procedures. Change the screen language before
using your camera if necessary (page 19).
procedures. Change the screen language before
using your camera if necessary (page 19).
Notes on recording/playback
• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof.
• Before you record one-time events, make a trial
recording to make sure that the camera is
working correctly.
working correctly.
• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water
entering the inside of the camera may cause
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
malfunctions which in some cases may not be
repairable.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright
light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to
your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of
your camera.
your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of
your camera.
• Do not use the camera near a location that
generates strong radio waves or emits radiation.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
The camera may not be able to record or play
back properly.
• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera.
• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to
malfunctions and an inability to record images,
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.
this may render the recording medium unusable,
or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.