User manual SONY SPK-FX1

[. . . ] Do not remove the water-proof gasket from the groove with a metal tool or a tool with a sharp point. Remove foreign materials such as dust, sand or hair from the water-proof gasket, the groove and from any surface it touches. If the body is closed with such materials present, these areas may be damaged and water may leak in. Put the water-proof gasket in the grooves evenly, with the tapering side up. [. . . ] The useful life of the water-proof gasket depends upon the maintenance and the frequency of use, but we recommend changing it once a year. to replace the water-proof gasket , please consult the nearest Sony dealer. Be sure to check the water leakage after replacing the water-proof gasket. If you use the camcorder CCD-TRV89/TRV95/ TRV99/TRV95E/TRV99E, replace the rubber sheet stuck on the mounting shoe A with the supplied rubber sheet. Depending on the models of your camcorder, the PLAYER function will not work even if the POWER switch is set to PLAYER. Models to be used with the mounting shoe B Modèles à utiliser avec le support de montage B Before you start recording, ensure that the video camera recorder is working correctly and there is no water leakage. In the sports pack or for the cost of recording if water leakage occurs as a result of an incorrect operation. Alignez le support de montage C sur l'encoche du support de montage A, B ou D. Before closing the sports pack body, check there is no sand, dust or cracks on the waterproof gasket or the surface where it touches, and grease them slightly. Before opening the sports pack, wipe moisture off the sports pack and yourself. Models to be used with the mounting shoe D Modèles à utiliser avec le support de montage D Mounting shoe Support de montage arrow number Numéro de flèche 1 A 2 3 1 model Modèle Do not use the sports pack where the wave is high. 6 When you use a camcorder with the LCD screen, close the LCD panel. 9 When you use a camcorder with finder power save function, set the switch to OFF. After recording at a location subjects to sea breezes, wash the sports pack with fresh water with the buckles fastened thoroughly, then wipe with a soft dry cloth. If water remains on the sports pack, the metal parts may rust. Clean the inside of the pack with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent such as alcohol, benzine or shinner for cleaning, as this might damage the finish. (Depending on the models of your camcorder, whether the function works or not. ) · When the focus is set to the water drop on the front glass, adjust the focus with using the zoom button. When the viewfinder adaptor is attached to the viewfinder of your camcorder, you get a wide view of what appears in the viewfinder screen. However, when viewed from an angle, the screen may appear distorted. This is effective in preventing from fogging. [. . . ] If you leave the camcorder for 5 minutes or more with cassette inserted in Standby mode, the camcorder goes off automatically. To resume Standby mode, turn the POWER switch to OFF and then turn it to CAMERA again. To make sure that you do not miss good shooting opportunities, go over the following checklist before attaching your camcorder to the sports pack. The tape length will cover the planned recording time. [. . . ]