3Read this before using the cameraWater, Dust, and Shock Resistance• Water resistance: The camera operates for 30 minutes at depths up to 5 m (16.4 ft).This is equivalent to the IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8.• Dust resistance: This is equivalent to the IEC Standard publication 529 IP6X.• Shock resistance: This camera clears company testing compliant with MIL-STD-810FMethod 516.5 Shock: dropping onto plywood 3 cm (1-3/16”) thickfrom a height of 2 m (6.5 ft).Notes• Do not immerse the camera in hot springs or other water with temperatures of 40°C (104°F) orabove.• Do not expose the camera to high pressures or shocks associated with swift currents,waterfalls, diving into water, etc.• Dropping or otherwise exposing the camera to shocks voids the waterproof warranty. Contactyour JVC Service representative.• This camera does not float. Use a strap or other measure to prevent losing it in the water.• Before opening or closing the cover, wipe off any moisture and move to a low-humidityenvironment.• Immediately wipe off any detergent, soap, hot spring water, bath additives, oil, sunscreen, orother chemicals that come into contact with the camera.• Make sure that the cover rim seal, the SD slot, and the jacks areintact and free of hair, lint, sand, dust, and other foreign matter.If there is any damage, contact your distributor or JVC Servicerepresentative.• Close the cover firmly. (Press the cover until it closes with anaudible snap.)