CAUTION
Concerning the Digital Camera
■ Cautions when carrying the digital camera
œ Do not walk around holding the digital camera by the hand-strap. It
may hit other objects and get damaged. When walking around, hold
the digital camera in your hand or place it in a pocket.
œ Be careful not to drop the digital camera or subject it to strong
shocks.
œ Make sure direct sunlight does not hit the digital camera lens, as
that may damage the internal parts. When not using the digital
camera, be sure to always keep the lens cover closed.
■ Cautions during use and storage
œ This digital camera is a precision instrument. When using or storing
the digital camera, make sure to avoid the following locations to
avoid damages.
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Places in direct sunlight
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Places where humidity and temperature are high
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Places that may get wet
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Places close to an air conditioner or heater
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Inside a car
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Places where there is dust and dirt
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Places where there is a fire burning
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Places where volatile products are stored
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Places subject to vibrations
œ Temperature 0 to 40°C (operation) œ Humidity 30 to 90% (operation, no condensation)
–20 to 60°C (storage) 10 to 90% (storage, no condensation)
■ Cautions if the digital camera is not going to be used for a long period
œ For safety, remove the batteries. The batteries may generate heat or
leak, and that may start a fire, cause injuries or burns, and damage
the digital camera and any other objects placed nearby. (When the
batteries are removed for a long period, the time and date settings
will be cleared.)
SX114/EX, /E, /U (VPC-SX560EX, VPC-SX560E, VPC-SX560 GB) Wed. Nov., 15/2000
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