DSC-TX200, DSC-TX200V, DSC-TX300 (serv.man2) - Sony Digital Camera Service Manual (repair manual). Page 4

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This camera is equipped to be water-proof and dust-proof. Damage caused from misuse, abuse or failure to properly 
maintain the camera is not covered by the limited warranty.
• This camera is water-proof/dust-proof equivalent to IEC60529 IP58. The camera is operable up to a water depth of 

5 m for 60 minutes.

•  Do not subject the camera to pressurized water, such as from a tap.
•  Do not use in hot springs.
•  Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of –10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F).
•  As for dust-proof performance, there is no guarantee that the camera will not become scratched or dented.
•  Sometimes water-proof performance is lost if the camera is subjected to a strong shock such as from being dropped. 

We recommend the camera be inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee.

•  Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof and dust-proof specifications.

• Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt gets inside the battery/

memory card cover. Even a small amount of foreign matter may lead to water entering 
the camera.

• Confirm that the sealing gasket and its mating surfaces have not become scratched. 

Even a small scratch may lead to water entering the camera. If the sealing gasket or 
its mating surfaces become scratched, take the camera to an authorized repair shop to 
have the sealing gasket replaced for a fee.

• If dirt or sand gets on the sealing gasket or its mating surfaces, wipe the area clean 

with a soft cloth that will not leave behind any fibers. Prevent the sealing gasket from 
becoming scratched by touching it while charging a battery or using a cable.

•  Do not open/close the battery/memory card cover with wet or sandy hands or near water. 

There is a risk this will lead to sand or water getting inside.

  Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning after using the camera under/near water”.
•  Open the battery/memory card cover with the camera completely dry.
•  Always confirm that the battery/memory card cover has been securely locked.

•  The touch panel may be activated by water splashes on the screen icons.
  When using the camera under/near water, it is recommended that you hide the icons by touching 

 on the right side 

of the screen. Touch 

 for a few seconds to display the icons again.

•  The touch panel cannot be operated underwater. Use the buttons of the camera to perform shooting operations.
•  Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.
•  Do not open and close the battery/memory card cover while under/near water.
•  This camera sinks in water. Place your hand through the wrist strap to prevent the camera from sinking.
•  Faint, white, circular spots may appear in under-water flash photos due to reflections off of floating objects. This is not 

a malfunction.

• Select 

 (Underwater) in Scene Selection to shoot underwater with less distortion.

• Always clean the camera with water after use within 60 minutes, and do not open the 

battery/memory card cover before cleaning is finished. Sand or water may get inside 
places where it cannot be seen. If not rinsed, waterproof performance will be degraded.

•  Allow the camera to sit in pure water poured into a cleaning bowl for about 5 minutes.
  Then, gently shake the camera, press each button, slide the zoom lever inside the water, 

to clean away any salt, sand or other matter lodged around the buttons.

•  After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth. Allow the camera to dry completely 

in a shady location with good ventilation. Do not blow dry with a hair dryer as there is 
a risk of deformation and/or degraded waterproof performance.

•  Wipe away water drops or dust on the memory card/battery cover or terminal cover with a soft dry cloth.
•  This camera is constructed to drain water. Water will drain from openings around the ON/OFF (Power) button, zoom 

lever, and other controls. After removing from water, place the camera on a dry cloth for a while to allow water to drain.

•  Bubbles may appear when the camera is placed under water. This is not a malfunction.
•  The camera body may become discolored if it comes in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil. If the camera does come 

in contact with sunscreen or suntan oil, quickly wipe it clean.

•  Do not allow the camera to sit with salt water inside or on the surface. This may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and 

degradation of water-proof performance.

•  To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that once a year you take the camera to your dealer, or to an 

authorized repair shop, to have the sealing gasket of the battery/memory card cover replaced for a fee.

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Sealing gasket

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Surface contacting 
the sealing gasket