6Video FormatPlease set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in yourregion before using it with a TV monitor (p. 101).Language SettingPlease see the Basic Guide (p. 10) to change the language setting.z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safetyprecautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions”section of the Basic Camera User Guide. Always ensure that thecamera is operated correctly.z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intendedto instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera andits accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, otherpersons and equipment. Be sure you fully understand thembefore reading the rest of the manual.z Equipment refers to the camera, battery charger or separatelysold compact power adapter.z Battery refers to the battery pack.Camera Body TemperatureIf your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera bodymay become warm. Please be aware of this and take care whenoperating the camera for an extended period.About the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precisionmanufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixelsoperate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels mayoccasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has noeffect on the recorded image and does not constitute amalfunction.Safety Precautions
