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Precautions
This apparatus has no power switch.
Power is supplied from an external 12 V
DC/24 V AC power-supply device. Refer to
service personnel for how to turn on/off the
power.
To keep on using with stable performance
• Parts of this product may deteriorate and
it may shorten lifetime of this product
when using in locations subject to high
temperatures and high humidity. Do not
expose the product to direct heat such
from a heater.
• Use the appliance at temperature within
–10°C to +50 °C {14°F - 122 °F} and
humidity below 90 %. (When using the
appliance without turning the power off)
Do not drop metallic parts through slots.
This could permanently damage the appara-
tus. Turn the power off immediately and con-
tact qualified service personnel for service.
Do not rub your hands with the metallic
edges.
This could cause injury.
Do not attempt to disassemble the cam-
era.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove
screws or covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Ask qualified service personnel for servicing.
Handle the camera with care.
Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking,
shaking, etc. The camera could be damaged
by improper handling or storage.
Do not touch the dome cover with your
bare hands.
A dirty dome cover causes deterioration of
picture quality.
Cleaning the camera body
Turn the power off when cleaning of the cam-
era. Use a dry cloth to clean the camera.
Do not use strong abrasive detergent when
cleaning the camera body. When the dirt is
hard to remove, use a mild detergent and
wipe gently. Then, wipe off the remaining
detergent with a dry cloth.
Otherwise, it may cause discoloration. When
using a chemical cloth for cleaning, read the
caution provided with the chemical cloth
product.
Discoloration on the CCD color filter
When continuously shooting a bright light
source such as a spotlight, the color filter of
the CCD may have deteriorated and it may
cause discoloration. Even when changing the
fixed shooting direction after continuously
shooting a spotlight for a certain period, the
discoloration may remain.
Do not aim the camera at strong light
sources.
A light source such as a spot light causes a
blooming (light bleeding) or a smear (vertical
lines).
Smear
Bright subject
Blooming