Panasonic SDR-SW20PC Camcorder User Manual


 
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This unit can be used underwater, but care should
be
taken as improper handling
may cause water to enter the unit and result
in
malfunction.
Handling
Do not leave this unit for a long time
in
a hot place (exposed to direct sunlight,
inside a car under the hot sun, near a heater, etc.). (The waterproof performance
will deteriorate.)
Underwater use
Use the unit at depths no deeper than 1.5 m (5 feet)
in
water
of
0 °C to
40°C
(32
of
to 104
OF).
Do not use it underwater for 30 continuous minutes or longer.
After use underwater, wipe off adhering water and dry
in
a well-ventilated
location before using the unit underwater again.
Do not open the card/battery door
or
the terminal cover underwater.
Do not impact the unit against anything underwater. (Impacts may lead to water
infiltration.)
Do not dive or jump into water with the unit
in
your hands. Also, do not use the
unit
in
swift currents, waterfalls or other places where exposed to high water
pressure. (Doing so may SUbject the unit to high water pressure levels which
may lead to damage.)
Securely attach
the
strap
when
submerging
in
water
so
as
not
to
lose
hold
of
the
unit.
Care after underwater use
Promptly wipe off any detergent, soap, hot spring water, bath liquids, suntan
oil, sun block, medicines
or
other chemicals that splash on the unit. (The unit's
water-resistance is effective only
in
fresh and saltwater.)
After use
in
water or near the sea, swish
in
fresh water (in a shallow container)
with the LCD monitor open and closed to rinse off salt water, sand and other
matter, then let soak for 30 minutes
or
less. After that,
Wipe
off water with a dry
cloth. (Washing the unit
in
soap or neutral detergents
or
leaving the unit with
salt water adhering to it can cause corrosion, discoloring and degrade water-
resistant performance.)
After rinsing, set the unit with the drain port facing downward
in
a well-ventilated
shady place to dry.
Drying with the hot air
of
a hairdryer or other device can cause deformation and
degrade water-resistant performance.
Water may run from the drain port ifthe unit is not dry on the inside.
Replacing the water-resistant packing
The performance
of
the unit's water-resistant packing degrades over the course
of
18 months or more. It is recommended to have your dealer replace this packing
(you will be charged for this) at least once every 18 months.
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