Cleaning and storing the camera

Cleaning the camera

Turn off the camera and remove the battery before cleaning the camera.

Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or a chemically treated cloth.

Exterior:

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, soak the cloth in clean water and wring well.
Foreign matter may adhere to the camera when using the camera in conditions where foreign matter such as dirt, dust or sand are present. If you continue to use the camera in such conditions, it could cause damage to the camera. To avoid such damage, wash the camera using the following method.
1. Close and lock the battery/card compartment cover and connector cover firmly (“Names of parts”).
2. Fill a bucket or other container with fresh water, immerse the camera facing downward in the bucket and shake the camera thoroughly. Furthermore, rinse the camera by placing it directly under a strong stream of tap water with pressing the button.

Monitor:

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Lens:

Cloths may scratch the lens if used without first removing sand, dust, or other foreign matter. Remove dust from the lens with a third-party blower and then gently clean it with lens cleaning paper.
Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.

Battery/USB-AC adapter:

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Storage

When not using the camera for a prolonged period, remove the battery and card. Store the camera in a cool, dry place that is well ventilated.
Insert the battery periodically and test the camera’s functions.
Clean the camera after use.
Do not store in the same place as insect repellent.
In order to protect the camera from corrosion, avoid storing the camera in places where chemicals are treated.
Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.
Check each part of the camera before use if it has not been used for a long time. Before taking important pictures, be sure to take a test shot and check that the camera works properly.

Pixel Mapping - Checking the image processing functions

The pixel mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the image sensor and image processing functions. For best results, wait at least a minute after shooting and playback have ended before performing pixel mapping.

Highlight [Pixel Mapping] in C Custom Menu H.
Press the OK button when [Start] (Submenu 2) is displayed.
- The [Busy] bar is displayed when pixel mapping is in progress. When pixel mapping is finished, the menu is restored.

If you accidentally turn the camera off during pixel mapping, start again from Step 1.