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Condensation may form in the following casesHow to avoid condensation
When condensation is detected
Resuming use
Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected.
Continued use may damage the camcorder.
Condensation may form in the following cases
When the camcorder is moved from an air-conditioned room to a warm, humid place
When the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a warm room
When the camcorder is left in a humid room
When a cold room is heated rapidly
How to avoid condensation
Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.
When condensation is detected
The camcorder stops operating, and the warning message "CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED" appears for approx. 4 seconds and 
starts flashing.
starts flashing.If a cassette is loaded, the warning message "CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED REMOVE THE CASSETTE" appears and 
starts flashing. Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open. Leaving the cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape.
starts flashing. Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open. Leaving the cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape.A cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected.
Resuming use
It takes about 1 hour until the water droplets evaporate. After the condensation warning stops flashing, wait for 1 more hour before resuming use.