Sony CCD-TR2300 Camcorder User Manual


 
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Additional information
CCD-TR2300/TR3300 3-856-204-23 (1)
Be sure to observe the following
Keep the battery pack away from fire.
Keep the battery pack dry.
Do not open nor try to disassemble the battery pack.
Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
Notes on the battery case
Use only with alkaline batteries. You cannot use the battery case with
manganese batteries or size AA (LR6) rechargeable NiCd batteries.
Using with Sony alkaline batteries is preferable.
Battery life is remarkably shorter in a cold environment (lower than 50°F/10°C).
Keep the metal part clean. If it gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth.
Do not disassemble or try to disassemble the battery case.
Do not expose the battery case to any mechanical shock.
During recording, the battery case heats up. This is not cause for concern.
Prevent the electrode in the battery case from coming in contact with a metal object.
If you will not use the battery case for a long time, detach the battery case from the
camcorder and remove the batteries from the battery case.
Notes on alkaline batteries
To avoid possible damage from battery leakage or corrosion, observe the following.
Be sure to insert the batteries in the correct direction.
Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
Do not use a combination of new and old batteries.
Do not use different types of batteries.
The batteries slowly discharge while not in use.
Do not use a battery that is leaking.
If battery leakage occurred
Wipe off the liquid in the battery case carefully before replacing the batteries.
If you touch the liquid, wash it off with water.
If the liquid get into your eyes, wash your eyes with a lot of water and then consult a
doctor.
Maintenance information and precautions
Moisture condensation
If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense inside the camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this
condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit may not
operate correctly. To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the
camcorder is furnished with moisture sensors. Please, take the following precautions.
Inside the camcorder
If there is moisture inside the camcorder, the beep sounds and the { indicator flashes. If
this happens, none of the functions except cassette ejection will work. Open the cassette
compartment, turn off the camcorder, and leave it about 1 hour. When 6 indicator
flashes at the same time, the cassette is inserted in the camcorder. Eject the cassette, turn
off the camcorder, and leave also the cassette about 1 hour.