Canon VIXIZ HFM30 Instruction Manual

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Additional Information ! 189• Secure Digital (SD) memory cardshave a physical switch to prevent writ-ing on the card so as to avoid theaccidental erasure of the card's con-tent. To write-protect the memory cardset the switch to the LOCK position.Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryThe camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep thedate/time and other settings. The built-in lithium battery is rechargedwhile you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely ifyou do not use the camcorder for about 3 months.To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact poweradapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with thecamcorder off.Lithium Button Battery• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools, as thiswill cause a short circuit.LOCK switchWARNING!• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burnhazard if mishandled.• Do not disassemble, modify, immerse in water, heat above 100 °C(212 °F) or incinerate the battery.• Replace with a CR2025 battery made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell,Sony, Sanyo, or with Duracell2025. Use of other batteries maypresent a risk of fire or explosion.• Do not insert the battery into the mouth. If swallowed, seek medicalassistance immediately. The battery case may break and the batteryfluids may cause internal injuries.• Keep the battery out of the reach of children.• Do not recharge, short-circuit or insert the battery in the wrong direc-tion.• Dispose of the used battery according to applicable recycling regula-tions.!"#$190 ! Additional Information• Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.• For California, USA only: The lithium battery included contains PerchlorateMaterial – special handling may apply.See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for details.DisposalWhen you delete movies or initialize the memory, only the file allocationtable is altered and stored data is not physically erased. Take the nec-essary precautions when you dispose of the camcorder or memorycard, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage ofprivate data.If giving the camcorder or memory card to another person, initialize thebuilt-in memory (! only) or memory card using the [CompleteInitialization] option (" 40). Fill it up with unimportant recordings, andthen initialize it again using the same option. This makes recovering theoriginal recordings very difficult.!"#$Additional Information ! 191Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemicallytreated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner.Lens and Instant AF Sensor• If the lens surface or Instant AF sensor is dirty, autofocus may not workproperly.• Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blowerbrush.• Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens. Never usetissue paper.LCD Touch Screen• Clean the LCD touch screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth.• Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temper-ature changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures maycause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces.Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued usemay damage the camcorder.Condensation may form in the following cases:• When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm places• When the camcorder is left in a humid room• When a cold room is heated rapidlyTo avoid condensation• Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in tem-perature.!"#$192 ! Additional Information• Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorderin an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust gradually to temperaturechanges before removing it from the bag.When condensation is detectedThe camcorder automatically shuts off.The precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will varydepending on the location and weather conditions. As a general rule, waitfor 2 hours before resuming use of the camcorder.Using the Camcorder AbroadPower SourcesYou can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and tocharge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information onplug adapters for overseas use.Playback on a TV ScreenYou can only play back your recordings on TVs compatible with the NTSCsystem. NTSC is used in the following regions/countries:Americas: All of North America and Central America; most Caribbeanislands (except in French territories like Guadeloupe and Martinique); mostof South America (except in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay). Asia: Only inJapan, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and Myanmar. Oceania: USterritories (Guam, American Samoa, etc.) and some Pacific islands likeMicronesia, Samoa and Tonga.!"#$