Radio Shack Camcorder Model 130 Moviecorder - Manual (Page 38)

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Your Optimus Model 130 MovieCorder cam-
corder is an example of superior design and
craftsmanship. The following suggestions will
help you care for the camcorder so you can en-
joy it for years.
Keep the camcorder dry. If it gets
wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liq-
uids can contain minerals that
corrode electronic circuits.
Use and store the camcorder
only in normal temperature envi-
ronments. Temperature ex-
tremes can shorten the life of
electronic devices, damage bat-
teries, and distort or melt plastic
parts.
Handle the camcorder gently and
carefully. Dropping it can dam-
age circuit boards and cases,
and cause it to work improperly.
Keep the camcorder away from
dust and dirt, which can cause
premature wear of parts.
Wipe the camcorder with a damp
cloth occasionally to keep it look-
ing new. Do not use harsh chem-
icals, cleaning solvents, or strong
detergents to clean it.
Modifying or tampering with the camcorder’s in-
ternal components can cause a malfunction and
might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC
authorization to operate it. If your camcorder is
not performing as it should, take it to your local
Radio Shack store for assistance.
HANDLING
• Remove the cassette tape and turn off the
power when the camcorder is not in use.
• Avoid shocks and drops. Do not drop or
otherwise subject the camcorder to hard
shocks or strong vibrations. Bumping or
striking the unit during recording generates
noise in the recorded image.
• To protect the lens, always replace the lens
cap when the camcorder is not in use. Do
not touch the lens surface with your hand.
• Do not point the camcorder lens or the
viewfinder eyepiece at the sun, whether
recording is in progress or not. Direct sun-
light can make recording impossible, burn
the CCD imager, and damage the cam-
corder beyond repair. Be particularly care-
ful when recording outside.
• Do not use the camcorder in excessive
temperatures and humidity. You can use
the camcorder between 32° F and 104° F
and between 35% and 80% relative humid-
ity.
• Do not store the unit in an unventilated car
in the summer, in direct sunlight, or near
strong heat sources. This can result in
severe damage to the camcorder’s case
and electronic circuits.
• Avoid magnetic sources. Using the cam-
corder near strong fluorescent lights,
motors, televisions, or other magnetic
sources can adversely affect recorded
images.
• Avoid situations where water, sand, dust or
other foreign matter could get on or inside
the camcorder. Such substances could
cause malfunctions.
• Do not use or leave the camcorder in areas
with excessive smoke, steam, dust, or
moisture. Such environments can cause
dew to form on the camcorder’s lenses. Be
sure to provide ample ventilation.
CLEANER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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