153Maintenance/OthersMenusTable of Contents IndexMaintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solventssuch as paint thinner.Lens• If the lens surface is dirty, autofocus may not work properly.• Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush.• Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens. Never tissue paper.LCD Screen• Clean the LCD screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth using commercially available cleaning fluid foreyeglasses.• Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly. Wipe it with asoft dry cloth.Viewfinder Unit• To remove dust or dirt particles, use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the viewfinder unit usingcommercially available cleaning fluid for eyeglasses.CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) toform on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damagethe 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 temperature.• Remove the recording media and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let itadjust gradually to temperature changes before removing it from the bag.When condensation is detectedThe precise time required for water droplets to evaporate will vary depending on the location and weatherconditions. As a general rule, wait for 2 hours before resuming use of the camcorder.Using the Camcorder AbroadPower SourcesYou can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any countrywith power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information onplug adapters for overseas use.
