119Do’s & Don’tsEMemory Card Initialize new memory cards with the camcorder. Memory cards initialized with otherdevices such as a computer may not operate correctly. We recommend saving backups of memory card images on your computer’s hard driveor other external memory device. Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memorycard defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon Inc. makes no warranties forcorrupted or lost data. Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields. Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature. Do not disassemble memory cards. Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them towater. Moving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may causecondensation to form on its external and internal surfaces. If condensation forms on thecard, put it aside until the droplets have evaporated completely. Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt. Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory cardbackwards into the slot may damage the memory card or the camcorder. Do not remove the label from the memory card, or affix other labels on the memorycard.Lithium Button Battery Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will cause a shortcircuit. Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact. Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical assistanceimmediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may damage stomachand intestines. Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of explosion.WARNING!• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard ifmishandled. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F) or incineratethe battery.CR1616:• Replace the battery with a CR1616 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony,Toshiba, Varta or Renata. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire orexplosion.CR2025:• Replace the battery with a CR2025 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Sanyo,or with Duracell2025. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.
