■ Operating precautions■ What to do if OVER HEAT appears on the display.This message indicates that the inside of the camerahas become extremely hot.Immediately turn off the camera and contact yourretailer.■ What to do if WARM UP-PLEASE WAIT.** appearson the display.This message indicates that the inside of the camera iscold.Please wait for a short time until the heating fan warmsup the inside of the camera.The countdown shown as the numbers in “**” in quotesis a guideline of the time required. When the valuereaches “0” the inside of the camera is warm and theon-screen display disappears. The camera is thenreset and operation is normal.■ Note the following to ensure long-term trouble-free operationLong operation under high temperatures and highhumidity can cause components to deteriorate andshorten camera life.Make sure the camera is installed in a location where itis not directly exposed to heat from a radiator, heater,etc.■ About the Camera Cleaning FunctionProlonged use can lead to noise on the monitor anddivergence of preset positions.If such conditions persist even after you performcamera cleaning (page 40), use the special setupmenu to execute the “REFRESH” operation (page 48).■ Do not allow anything to forcefully hit the domecoverAnything hitting the dome cover may damage thecamera or cause leaks.■ CCD colour filter burn-inIntense light concentrated on one spot for a longperiod can cause deterioration of the CCD internalcolour filters, and discolouration of the affected part.Even if the camera position is changed from a fixedposition, the discolouration at the previous location ofthe concentrated light will remain on the screen.■ Do not point the camera at a strong light source.Intense light such as that produced by a spotlightconcentrated on one part of the screen can causeblooming (rainbow around the strong light) or smearing(vertical stripes above and below the strong light).■ Pictures directly below the cameraA circular object appears in the centre of the picture, itis caused by the shape of the dome cover and is not amalfunction.■ Do not aim the camera at the same object for along time.Burn-in of an image may be caused on the fluorescentscreen of CRT.■ Handle the camera carefully.Do not drop the camera, or subject it to strong impactor vibration. Such conditions create the risk ofmalfunction.SmearingBright SubjectBlooming-7-8. Do not install the camera near the air outlet of anair conditioner.The lens may become cloudy due to condensationif the camera is used under the followingconditions.• Rapid temperature fluctuations by switching the airconditioner on and off.• Rapid temperature fluctuations due to frequent dooropening and closing.• Use in an environment where eyeglasses becomefoggy.• Use in a room filled with cigarette smoke or dust.If the lens becomes cloudy due to condensation,remove the dome cover and wipe all moist surfaceswith a soft cloth.9. ConsumablesParts having contacts such as the lens-drivemotors, cooling fan motor and slip-rings inside thecamera are subject to wear with time. Please askthe nearest service centre about replacement andmaintenance of such parts.10. Do not aim the camera at the same object for along time.Burn-in of an image may be caused on thefluorescent screen of CRT.11. Self-diagnosis FunctionIf the camera continues operating abnormally for 30seconds or more due to such an accident asexternal noise, the camera will automatically resetits power. In the case it happens frequently, checkif there would be any environmental cause.* Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. herewithdeclares that it will not be liable for any damage,whether direct or indirect, caused by using theproduct for business transaction or security, ormalfunctioning of this product.