On Cleaning; On Operating Temperatures; On Moisture Condensation - Sony FDR-X3000 Read This First Manual

In hot or humid locations
When the lens is exposed to salty air such as at the seaside.
Store in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust.
To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above.
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On cleaning

Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then wipe the surface with a
dry cloth. Do not use any of the following as they may damage the finish or the casing.
Chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol, disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen
or insecticide, etc.
Do not touch the camera with any of the above on your hand.
Do not leave the camera in contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time.
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On operating temperatures

The camera is designed for use in temperatures between –10°C and +40°C (14°F and 104°F).
Shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range is not recommended.
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On moisture condensation

If the camera is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or
outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.
If moisture condensation occurs
Turn off the camera and wait about 1 hour for the moisture to evaporate.
Note on moisture condensation
Moisture may condense when you bring the camera from a cold place into a warm place (or vice
versa) or when you use the camera in a humid place as shown below.
When you bring the camera from a ski slope into a warm place.
Precautions
Precautions
Precautions