Sony HDR-CX430V - Manual (Page 251)

When using a dedicated microphone or portable speaker, their power turns on or off according to the
power of your camcorder.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the accessory used for details.
To attach an accessory, insert and fix the accessory to the Multi interface shoe by pressing down
and sliding until it stops.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the accessory
shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise from being recorded.
When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, it takes precedence over the built-in
microphone.
On handling the LCD screen
If you leave fingerprints, hand cream, etc. on the LCD screen, the coating of the LCD screen will
come off easily. Wipe those off as soon as possible.
If you wipe the LCD screen strongly with a tissue, etc., the coating of the LCD screen may be
scratched.
If the LCD screen becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, it is recommended that you gently remove
those from the screen then clean it with a soft cloth, etc.
LCD screen
Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD screen, as it may cause uneven color and other
damage.
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD screen. This is
not a malfunction.
While using your camcorder, the back of the LCD screen may heat up. This is not a malfunction.
To clean the casing and the projector lens (Models with a projector)
Wipe the casing and the lens gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or eyeglass cleaning
cloth.
If the casing and the projector lens is very dirty, clean the camcorder casing and the lens with a soft
cloth lightly moistened with water, and then wipe the casing and the projector lens with a dry soft
cloth.
Avoid the following so as not to deform the casing, damage the finish or scratch the lens:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, chemical cloths, insect repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen
Handling the camcorder with the above substances on your hands
Leaving the camcorder in contact with rubber or vinyl objects for a long period of time
About care and storage of the lens
Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instances:
When there are fingerprints on the lens surface
In hot or humid locations
When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.
To prevent mold, periodically clean and store the lens as described above.
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