Set the Power Switch to �POWER OFF� to turn off the camcorder. Open the LCD monitor to an angle of over 60 degrees. Slide EJECT to open the cassette holder, then remove the cassette. Close and lock the cassette holder by pressing PUSH. Close and lock the LCD monitor. Slide BATTERY RELEASE to remove the battery pack. Turn the LENS COVER Open/Close Ring to close the lens cover.
BATTERY RELEASE Set to �POWER OFF�.
Cleaning The Camcorder
1 CLEAN EXTERIOR
Remove. PUSH EJECT
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. �Put cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt, then wipe again with a dry cloth.
2 CLEAN LCD MONITOR 3 CLEAN LENS
Open the LCD monitor and wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. Close the LCD monitor. Blow it with a blower brush, then wipe it gently with lens cleaning paper. Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out. Remove dust using a blower brush. Re-attach the eyepiece and turn it clockwise.
� Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine or alcohol. � Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected. � Mould may form if the lens is left dirty. � When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth, refer to the cautions that came with it. � When removing the eyepiece, be sure to hold the viewfinder securely.