Sony DCR-SR36E Camcorder User Manual


 
Additional Information
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DCR-SR35E/SR36E/SR45E/SR46E/SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/SR85E
PartNumber: 4-109-555-11(1)
Additional Information
Precautions
On use and care
Do not use or store the camcorder and
accessories in the following locations:
Anywhere extremely hot, cold or humid.
Never leave them exposed to temperatures
above 60°C (140 °F), such as under direct
sunlight, near heaters or in a car parked in
the sun.  ey may malfunction or become
deformed.
Near strong magnetic  elds or mechanical
vibration.  e camcorder may malfunction.
Near strong radio waves or radiation.
e camcorder may not be able to record
properly.
Near AM receivers and video equipment.
Noise may occur.
On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If
sand or dust gets in your camcorder, it may
malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction
cannot be repaired.
Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD
screen or the lens may be exposed to direct
sunlight.  is damages the LCD screen.
Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V
(battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor).
For DC or AC operation, use the accessories
recommended in these operating instructions.
Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,
from rain or sea water. If your camcorder
gets wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this
malfunction cannot be repaired.
If any solid object or liquid gets inside the
casing, unplug your camcorder and have it
checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any
further.
Avoid rough handling, disassembling,
modifying, physical shock, or impact such
as hammering, dropping or stepping on the
product. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Keep the POWER switch setting to OFF (CHG)
when you are not using your camcorder.
Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for
example, and operate it. Doing so might cause
heat to build up inside.
When disconnecting the power cord (mains
lead), pull it by the plug and not the cord.
Do not damage the power cord (mains lead)
such as by placing anything heavy on it.
Keep metal contacts clean.
Keep the Remote Commander and button-type
battery out of children’s reach. If the battery
is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately (DCR-SR55E/SR65E/SR75E/
SR85E).
If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked:
consult your local authorized Sony service
facility.
wash o any liquid that may have contacted
your skin.
if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
When not using your camcorder for
a long time
Periodically turn it on and let it run such as by
playing back or recording images for about 3
minutes.
Use up the battery pack completely before
storing it.
LCD screen
Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD
screen, as it may cause damage.
If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a
residual image may appear on the LCD screen.
is is not a malfunction.
While using your camcorder, the back of
the LCD screen may heat up.  is is not a
malfunction.
To clean the LCD screen
If  ngerprints or dust make the LCD screen
dirty, it is recommended you use a so
cloth to clean it. When you use the LCD
Cleaning Kit (optional), do not apply the
cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen.
Use cleaning paper moistened with the
liquid.
On handling the casing
If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body
with a so cloth lightly moistened with water,
and then wipe the casing with a dry so cloth.
Avoid the following to avoid damage to the
nish:
Using chemicals such as thinner, benzine,
alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide
and sunscreen.
Handling the camcorder with above
substances on your hands.
Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or
vinyl objects for a long period of time.