Additional Information 157• When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessivecamcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zoomsand panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playbackof such scenes may result in visually induced motion sickness. If youexperience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take arest break as necessary.Long-term storageIf you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in aplace free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than30 °C.Battery Pack• Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Con-tact with metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the bat-tery pack.• Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack andthe camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.Long-term storage• Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than30 ° C.• To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it completelybefore storing it.• Charge and discharge all your battery packs fully at least once a year.DANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).• Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C. Donot leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather.• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.• Do not drop it or subject it to shocks.• Do not get it wet.