Samsung SMX-C20RN-XAA - Manual (Page 111)

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maintenance & additional information
MAINTENANCE
Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The
suggestions below will help you fulfil any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.
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For safekeeping of the camcorder, turn off the camcorder.
- Remove the battery pack and AC power adaptor. ²page 15
- Remove the memory card. ²page 31
Cautions on Storing
Do not leave the camcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long
period of time:
The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you
leave the camcorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged.
Do not expose the camcorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the camcorder in a place where the humidity or dust level is high:
Dust entering the camcorder could cause malfunctions. If humidity is high, the lens could
become moldy, and the camcorder could become inoperative. It is recommended that you
put the camcorder in a box together with a desiccant when storing it in a closet, etc.
Do not store the camcorder in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense
vibrations:
This could cause malfunctions.
Detach the battery pack from the camcorder and store it in a cool place:
Leaving the battery pack attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.
Cleaning the camcorder
+ Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC power
adaptor.
To clean the exterior
- Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub
the surface.
- Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the camcorder. The coating of exterior could peel
off or the case could deteriorate.
To clean the LCD monitor
Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
To clean the lens
Use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do not wipe the lens with
cloth or your fingers. If necessary, wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
- Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.
- If the lens looks dimmer, turn off the camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour.
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