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Video Head Clogging and Care
If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape)
are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the
playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes
black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording
performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the
Camcorder cannot record at all.
Causes of Dirty Heads
• Large quantity of dust in the air
• High-temperature and high-humidity environment
• Damaged tape
• Long operating hours
Using Panasonic cleaning cassette
(AY-DVMCLA)
1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape
Playback Mode.
• The One-Touch Navigation icon is
displayed on the lower right of the
screen.
2 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder
in the same manner as a Video Cassette.
3 Move the Joystick Control [Ÿ], and
approximately 20 seconds later, move the
Joystick Control [ź]. (Do not rewind the
tape.)
4 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video
Cassette and start recording. Then, play the
tape back to check the recorded image.
5 If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1
to 4. (Do not use the Head Cleaner 3 times
or more consecutively.)
Notes:
• Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner.
Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and
then use it again from the beginning in the same
manner as before.
• If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the
tape may be damaged. In this case, immediately
stop using that Cassette.
• Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive
cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If
the heads are worn, images cannot be played back
even after the heads are cleaned.)
• If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head
Cleaner, the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a
Servicenter. Please consult a dealer.
• Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered
a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the
warranty.
Periodical Check-up
To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend
replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc.,
after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This,
however, depends on operating conditions, such as
temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)
Optimal Use of the Battery
Battery Characteristics
This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its
ability to generate power is based upon the chemical
reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is
susceptible to the surrounding temperature and
humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low,
the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If
the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment,
the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes.
If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective
function may operate, and the Battery may become
unusable for a while.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder. (If it
is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of
current is consumed even when the Camcorder power
is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder
for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The
Battery may become unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
• The Battery has a limited life.
• Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may
cause an explosion.
Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt,
dust, or other substances. If you drop the Battery
accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and
terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery
to the Camcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the
Camcorder or AC Adaptor.
Cautions for Storage
Before storing the Camcorder, take the
Cassette out and detach the Battery.
Store all the components in a dry place with a
relatively stable temperature.
(Recommended Temperature: 59 °F to 77 °F (15 °C to
25 °C), Recommended Humidity: 40 % to 60 %)
Camcorder
• Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting
into the Camera.
• Do not leave the Camcorder in places that expose it
to high temperature.
Battery
• Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures
will shorten the life of the Battery.
• If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the
terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
• Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in
contact with metal objects (such as necklaces,
hairpins, etc.). This can result in a short circuit
or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery
in this condition, you may be badly burned.
• Store the Battery in a completely discharged state.
To store the Battery for a long period of time, we
recommend you charge it once every year and store
it again after you completely use up the charged
capacity.