Others 4 Usage cautions and notes
When in use
Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location.
(Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or
Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
•If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.
•If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor
Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or
•If you record near radio transmitters or
Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.
Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).
Caring for your camera
To clean your camera, remove the battery or disconnect power plug, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
Use a
Do not use benzene, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the outer casing and finish of the camera.
If using a 
Do not touch the lens barrier (P.13).
When not using for a while
Turn off camera power before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through
Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags.
Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15
Charge battery once each year and use completely before storing again.
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Memory cards
To prevent damage to cards and data
•Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity.
•Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts.
•Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. 
When disposing of/transferring memory cards
•If using the ‘format’ or ‘delete’ functions on your camera or computer, this only changes the file management information, and does not completely delete the data from within the memory card. When disposing of or transferring your memory cards, we recommend physically destroying the memory card itself, or using commercially available computer data erasing software to completely delete the data from the card. Data within memory cards should be managed responsibly.
Battery and Charger
Store battery in battery carrying case after use.
Do not use if damaged or dented (especially connectors), e.g. by dropping (can cause faults).
The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with battery recycling laws. Call the RBRC hotline at
Estimated recording capacity of 300 pictures (P.16) is based on the following CIPA 
standards.
CIPA standards:
• Using Panasonic SD memory card (16 MB) • Using the supplied battery • Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50 % • NORMAL PICTURE mode • LCD monitor ON (The number of recordable pictures decreases in AUTO POWER LCD, POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE mode) • STABILIZER (MODE1) • First picture taken 30 sec. after power turned on • 1 picture taken per 30 sec. • Full flash used for every other picture • Zoom operation for each picture (max. W → max. T, or max. T → max.
W)• Power turned off after each 10 pictures, battery allowed to cool 
CIPA = Camera & Imaging Products Association
When charging
•Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with dry cloth.
•Keep at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference).
•Noises may be emitted from inside of charger, but this is not a fault.
•Always remove from mains socket after charging (up to 0.1 W consumed if left in place).
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Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.
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