Model 151 MovieCorder
(160-0852)              Dew Protection System         Faxback Doc. # 18466

Moisture can collect inside the camcorder under certain conditions.  This
can damage the camcorder when the tape moves.  To prevent this damage, a
DEW flashes in the viewfinder when it detects moisture, and the camcorder
does not operate until the moisture is gone.

In such cases, press [EJECT] and remove the cassette.  Then, wait until
DEW disappears from the viewfinder.  The time required depends on the
surrounding temperature.

CAUTION:  Moisture can form very quickly when you move the camcorder from
          a cold area to a warmer one, and it might take the dew sensor a
          few minutes to activate.  Always allow the camcorder to adjust
          to room temperature before operating it.

Moisture on a Tape

If moisture condenses on a tape when it is moved from a cold place to a
warm place, CASSETTE flashes when you press any control button [(PLAY],
etc., and only [EJECT] functions.  Note that DEW does not appear.  Remove
the cassette, and let it dry naturally.


(CS 11/6/95)