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Before use
Standard accessories
Read first
Do a test shot first!
Check first to see if you can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with audio) successfully.
We will not compensate for failed/ lost recording or for direct/indirect damage.
Panasonic will not provide compensation for video or image damage caused by faults with camera or card.
Certain pictures cannot be played back
•Pictures edited on a computer
•Pictures taken or edited on a different camera
(Pictures taken or edited on this camera may also not be able to be played back on other cameras)
Software on the CD-ROM supplied
The following actions are prohibited:
•Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent
•Copying onto networks
LCD monitor characteristics
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction.
The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere
0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on the
Unit temperature
The camera may become warm during use. (Especially grip area, etc.)
This does not cause a problem with the performance or quality of the camera.
To prevent damage and faults
Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure
•Avoid exposing the camera to strong vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or hitting the camera, or sitting down with the camera in your pocket. (Attach hand strap to avoid dropping camera. Hanging any items other than the supplied hand strap from the camera can apply pressure against it.)
•Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor.
Do not get the camera wet or insert foreign objects
This camera is not waterproof.
•Do not expose the camera to water, rain, or seawater.
(If camera gets wet, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Wring cloth thoroughly first if wet with seawater, etc)
•Avoid exposing lens and socket to dust or sand, and do not allow liquids to leak into gaps around buttons.
Avoid condensation caused by sudden changes in temperature and humidity
•When moving between places of different temperature or humidity, place camera into a plastic bag and allow to adjust to conditions before use.
•If the lens clouds up, turn off the camera and leave for about two hours to allow camera to adjust to conditions.
•If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
When using tripod
•Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.)
•Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Read the tripod’s instruction manual.)
When transporting
•Turn off the camera.
We recommend using a genuine leather case
Lens
•If lens is dirty:
Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.).
Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.
•Do not leave in direct sunlight.
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Camera ON/
OFF switch
Do not touch the lens barrier, as this may damage lens. Be careful when removing camera from bag, etc.
Please also refer to ‘Usage cautions and notes’ (P.122).
Standard accessories
Part numbers are as of February 2009
Battery Pack
• Charge the battery before use.
(referred to in this manual as ‘battery’)
Battery Charger
(referred to in this manual as ‘charger’)
Battery Carrying
Case
VGQ0E45
AC Mains Lead
K2CT3CA00004
Hand Strap
VFC4297
USB Connection
Cable
K1HA14AD0001
AV Cable
K1HA14CD0001
CD-ROM
• Install software on your computer to use it.
•Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
•Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the
•Consult the dealer or your nearest servicentre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
Optional Accessories
•Lithium Ion Battery:
•AC Adaptor:
•Multi Conversion Adaptor:
•Leather Case:
•Semi Hard Case:
•Marine Case:
•HDMI mini cable :
•SDHC Memory Card
32 GB
16 GB
12 GB
8 GB
6 GB
4 GB
4 GB
• SD Memory Card
2 GB RP-SDM02GE1A
2 GB RP-SDV02GE1A
1 GB RP-SDR01GE1A
•CardBus PC Card Adapter
•Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
SDHC memory cards
•New standards set in 2006 by SD Association for
•Can be used on SDHC memory card- compatible devices, but not on devices only compatible with SD memory cards. When connecting to other devices or requesting printing in stores, please verify SDHC memory card compatibility in advance. (Always read your device’s operating instructions before proceeding)
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