JVC GY-HC900STU 2/3" HD Connected Cam Studio Camcorder (Body Only) - Manual (Page 16)

Precautions for Proper
Use
Storage and Usage Locations
o Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use this unit within the allowable
temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to
104°F) and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %.
Using this unit at a temperature or humidity
outside the allowable ranges could result not
only in malfunction but also serious impact on
the CMOS elements as small white spots may
be generated. Please exercise care during use.
o Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism
Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or
the colors may be incorrect if this unit is used
near a radio or television transmitting antenna,
in places where strong magnetic fields are
generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near
devices emitting radio waves, such as
transceivers or cellular phones.
o Use of wireless microphone near this unit
When a wireless microphone or wireless
microphone tuner is used near this unit during
recording, the tuner could pick up noise.
o Avoid using or placing this unit in the following
places.
0 Places subject to extreme heat or cold
0 Places with excessive dirt or dust
0 Places with high humidity or moisture
0 Places subject to smoke or vapor such as near
a cooking stove
0 Places subject to strong vibrations or unstable
surfaces
0 In a parked car under direct sunlight or near a
heater for long hours
o Do not place this unit at places that are subject
to radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive gases
occur.
o Protect this unit from getting wet when shooting
on a beach. In addition, salt and sand may
adhere to the body. Be sure to clean the unit after
use.
o Protect this unit against penetration of dust
when using it in a place subject to sandy dust.
Drip-proof
o This camera recorder has a drip-proof structure
equivalent to IPX2 according to our testing
method. It is not completely waterproof. And the
drip-proof performance under all conditions is
not guaranteed.
0 IPX2 (protection rating against dripping water)
ensures that when a device is tilted at an angle
of 15 degrees to the front, back, right and left
with water dripping vertically on it at a rate of
3 mm/min for a total of 10 minutes at 2 minutes
30 seconds for each position, the device will
function properly when operated.
o To ensure the drip-proof performance, close the
caps and covers fully.
o Avoid heavy rain and heavy water splashes.
o If this camera recorder gets wet and there are
water droplets, wipe off with a dry cloth
immediately. If the camera recorder is turned
upside down or tilted at 15 ° or more while it is
wet, water may enter the camera recorder and
cause malfunction.
o If this camera recorder gets wet, water may
come out from the gaps. Do not carry it while it
is wet. Place it on a dry cloth for a while and let
it dry.
Carrying the Camera
o Do not drop or hit this unit against a hard object
when transporting.
Power Saving
o When this unit is not in use, be sure to set the
[POWER ON/OFF] switch to “OFF” in order to
reduce power consumption.
Maintenance
o Turn off the power before performing any
maintenance.
o Wipe the external cabinet of the unit with a soft
cloth. Do not wipe the body with benzene or
thinner. Doing so may cause the surface to melt
or turn cloudy. When it is extremely dirty, soak
the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe
the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to
remove the detergent.
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