When not using this product for a long time
To keep this product in optimum state for a long time, turn it on and let it run by recording
and playing back images about once a month.
Use up the battery pack completely before storing it.
Note on this product/battery pack temperature
When the temperature of this product or battery pack becomes extremely high or extremely
low, you may not be able to record or play back on this product, due to the protection
features of this product being activated in such situations. In this case, an indicator appears
on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
Notes on charging through the Built-in USB Cable
Charging may not be possible with all computers.
If you connect this product to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the
battery of the laptop computer will continue to use up its charge. Do not leave this product
connected to a computer in this manner.
Charging with a personally assembled computer, with a converted computer, or through a
USB hub are not guaranteed. This product may not function correctly depending on the
USB device which is used with the computer.
LCD monitor
Do not apply excessive pressure on the LCD monitor, as it may cause uneven color and
other damage.
If this product is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the LCD monitor.
This is not a malfunction.
While using this product, the back of the LCD monitor may heat up. This is not a
malfunction.
Multi interface shoe
When using a dedicated microphone or portable speaker, their power turns on or off
according to the power of this product.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the accessory used for details.
To attach an accessory, insert and fix the accessory to the Multi interface shoe by pressing
down and sliding forward until it stops. Remove the accessory by pressing it down.
When you are recording movies with an external flash (sold separately) connected to the
Multi interface shoe, turn off the power of the external flash to prevent charging noise from
being recorded.
When an external microphone (sold separately) is connected, it takes precedence over the
built-in microphone.
ZEISS lens
This product is equipped with a ZEISS lens, which was developed jointly by ZEISS, in
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