Panasonic PV-SD4090 operating instructions Precautions

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Important Safeguards

17.Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the video unit.

c.If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation.

e.If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f.When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

18.Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

19.Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order.

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USE & LOCATION

TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Digital Camera and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Digital Camera if it gets wet. Your Digital Camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Digital Camera from the power supply and have it serviced.

DO NOT AIM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.

DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera.

AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the unit.

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

STORAGE OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Store and handle your Digital Camera in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Digital Camera

contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

TO CLEAN YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Digital Camera body.

TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Digital Camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Before handling your Digital Camera, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

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Contents Operating Instructions For assistance, call Things You Should KnowUnpack your Digital Camera Do not Expose this Equipment to Rain or Moisture Safety PrecautionsImportant Safeguards Precautions Table of Contents Be sure to make a backup copy of important data Special Digital Camera FeaturesFront View Index of ControlsRear View To PC TerminalBottom View Top ViewSlow On Screen Display OSDREC AudioRecording Menu LCD Monitor IndicationOn Screen Display Order Playback MenuAbout the Charge Lamps Power SupplyCharge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor Operation Time Loading the Lithium BatteryBattery Notes Jack Cover AC Adapter 3 supplied AC Cable Supplied Using AC AdaptorDC Power Loosen the strap from the Buckle and create a loop Adjust the LengthAttaching the Camera Strap SuperDisk Diskette *Floppy Disk 2HD Using a Floppy DiskAccess LED Operating the Menu Screen PowerManual REC LEDPress Menu to exit Press Menu to display the Menu Screen Set Power Switch to PlayPress Or to select the item Or to set itPower LED Setting the ClockPress Zoom T or W to zoom In and Out Capturing ImagesLCD Viewfinder Press Zoom T or W to zoom REC mode Manual REC modeCapturing images Audio on REC Hold down the Shtr button the rest Motion Image Rec Mode Burst Rec ModeRecording Mode Press Menu to exit Digital Camera will beep BeepBefore you begin Press or + to change the brightness of the LCD Viewfinder Adjusting LCD Viewfinder BrightnessAudio on Playing Back Captured ImagesManual Playback Multi Playback Motion Image PlaybackOr previous page of images To go directly to the nextZoom Playback Press to set display mode toZoom Press , , , or repeatedly to change the zooming areaOUT Auto No indication Using the Built-in FlashWhite Balance Light Metering Press Menu to exit Press Shtr Self Timer RecordingSelf-Timer Indicator Press to display Iris screen Adjusting the Iris ManuallyPress Shtr to start time lapse mode Time Lapse feature is available withTime Lapse Recording Super Fine SF, Fine F, Normal NWhile deleting image, do not turn off To Delete Specific ImagesDigital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor supplied because this willUnplug the AC Adaptor supplied Press Shtr to formatNot turn off the Digital Camera or To Copy Image Pages + 1, 2Press to display Copy ALL menu Press or to select YES To Copy All ImagesSelect no to return to the Copy Press Shtr to copySlide Show System Requirements Transferring Your Images WindowsPalmCam File Converter Installation QuickTimeTM Driver Installation USB Cable supplied USB Terminal Power SwitchConnection Reading the Disk Media Reading and Writing the Disk MediaOpen the image to View the image Writing to the Disk Media PalmCam File Conversion Disconnection Deleting a File Folder from the SuperDisk DriveSystem Requirements Transferring Your Images MacintoshQuickTimeTM Driver Installation USB Cable supplied Turn on your PC Set Power Switch to PC on the Digital CameraBefore you begin Set the Power Switch to PC Open the image to View the image Deleting a File Folder from the SuperDisk Drive Removing the Disk Media Media Format Type & Explanation SuperDisk DriveWrite Protecting the Disk Media Type Format Style ExplanationFormatting the Disk Media Using the SuperDisk Drive WindowsBefore Formatting Copying the Disk Media Diskcopy command at the DOS prompt cannot be usedDisk copy cannot be performed with SuperDisk Diskette Explorer CopyDisk is only possible with 2HD Floppy DiskUsing the SuperDisk Drive Macintosh Important Operating Notes Using the SuperDisk DrivePrint Mark Press Shtr again to cancel printDigital Camera Accessory Visa Digital Camera Accessory Order FormBefore Requesting Service If, after Power Switch is set to Exit CCD SpecificationsPANASONIC/QUASAR Video Products Limited Warranty WarrantyCentralized Factory Servicenter Service Center DirectoryInformation IndexAve de Infantería, Km