Pentax K20D Camcorder User Manual


 
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Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol
benzene.
Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not
leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
Do not store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera.
Remove from the case and store in a dry and well-ventilated location.
Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a
cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles,
or ships.
The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
The monitor may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to
normal as temperatures normalize.
The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to
liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.
Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain
high performance.
Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and
outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, removing
the camera after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts.
These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops
on the camera.
Refer to “Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card” (p.41) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder.
Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
Please contact PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the
CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)
Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause breakage or
malfunction.
Precautions for D-LI50 Battery Usage:
- DO NOT INCINERATE, DISASSEMBLE, SHORT CIRCUIT, DISPOSE OF
IN FIRE OR HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C. MAY CAUSE BURST OR BURN.
- USE DESIGNATED CHARGER ONLY.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration,
which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX
website. Thank you for your cooperation.
Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating
Manual (Windows users: p.9, Mac OS users: p.10) for more information.