Sony DSC-W520 Black: Notes on using the camera

Notes on using the camera

Changing the language setting

The screen language setting, press the MENU button, then select

(Settings) t (Main Settings) t [Language Setting].

On use and care

Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact

such as hammering, dropping or stepping on the product. Be particularly

careful of the lens.

Notes on recording/playback

• Before you start recording, make a trial recording to make sure that the

camera is working correctly.

• The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-proof, nor water-proof.

• Avoid exposing the camera to water. If water enters inside the camera, a

malfunction may occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be repaired.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. It may cause the

malfunction of the camera.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera.

• Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause a malfunction and you may

not be able to record images. Furthermore, the recording media may become

unusable or image data may be damaged.

Do not use/store the camera in the following places

• In an extremely hot, cold or humid place

In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become

deformed and this may cause a malfunction.

• Under direct sunlight or near a heater

The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a

malfunction.

• In a location subject to rocking vibration

• Near a location that generates strong radio waves, emits radiation or is

strongly magnetic place. Otherwise, the camera may not properly record or

play back images.

• In sandy or dusty places

Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the

camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be

repaired.

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On carrying

Do not sit down in a chair or other place with the camera in the back pocket of

your trousers or skirt, as this may cause malfunction or damage the camera.

Notes on the LCD screen and lens

The LCD screen is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology

so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, some

tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or green) may appear on the

LCD screen. These dots are a normal result of the manufacturing process, and

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do not affect the recording.

On camera’s temperature

Your camera and battery may get warm due to continuous use, but it is not a

malfunction.

On the overheat protection

Depending on the camera and battery temperature, the power may turn off

automatically to protect the camera. A message will be displayed on the LCD

screen before the power turns off.

On charging the battery

If you charge a battery that has not been used for a long time, you may be

unable to charge it to the proper capacity. This is due to the battery

characteristics, and is not a malfunction. Charge the battery again.

Warning on copyright

Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be

copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the

provisions of the copyright laws.

No compensation for damaged content or recording failure

Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded

content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.

Cleaning the camera surface

Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then

wipe the surface with a dry cloth. To prevent damage to the finish or casing:

– Do not expose the camera to chemical products such as thinner, benzine, alcohol,

disposable cloths, insect repellent, sunscreen or insecticide.

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