Transportation
Do not drop or hit this unit against a hard object when transporting.
Power Saving
When this unit is not in use, be sure to set the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to “OFF(CHG)” in order to reduce power consumption.
Maintenance
o Turn off the power before performing any maintenance.
o Wipe the external cabinet of the unit with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the body with benzene or thinner. Doing so may cause the surface to melt or turn cloudy. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent.
Rechargeable Battery
o Be sure to use only the specified batteries. We do not guarantee the safety and performance of this device if an unspecified battery is used. o The battery is not charged when purchased. o When using the battery in a low temperature environment (10°C/50 °F or below), the operating time may be shortened, or it may not function properly. When using the device outdoors in the winter weather, warm the battery, such as by placing it in the pocket, before attaching it.
o Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight or fire.
o If the battery is not to be used for a long time
Use up the charge completely and detach it from the camera to prevent deterioration. (Wait for the battery to run out by itself such as through continuous shooting or playback.)
Charge the battery once every half a year, and store it again after using up the charge.
oStore the removed battery in a dry place between 15 °C and 25 °C (59 °F and 77 °F).
o ATTENTION:The product you have purchased
is powered by a rechargeable
battery that is recyclable.
Please call 18008BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this
battery.
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Under normal environment, dust will accumulate on the camera recorder when it is used over a long period. Dust may enter the camera recorder especially if it is used outdoors. This may affect the image and sound quality of the camera recorder. Check and replace the fan after every 9000 hours (suggested guideline).
You can check the usage time of the fan in
( P111 [ Fan Hour ] )
If the fan is used for more than 9000 hours without replacement, “FAN MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” will be displayed every time you turn on the power.
SDHC/SDXC Cards
o SDHC/SDXC card is referred to as “SD card” in this manual.
o This camera recorder saves the recorded images and audio sound on the SD card (sold separately) in the card slot.
o Use an SD card (4 GB to 128 GB) with Class 6 or higher performance, formatted using this camera recorder.
oDepending on the recording format, SD card with Class 4 or higher performance can also be used.
( P45 [Selecting System Definition, File Format and Video Format] )
*Using cards other than those from Panasonic, TOSHIBA or SanDisk may result in recording failure or data loss.
oIf the SD card contains files recorded by devices other than this camera recorder or files that are saved from a PC, the recordable time may be shorter or data may not be properly recorded. In addition, the remaining space on the card may not increase even when files are deleted using a PC.
Handling of SD Cards
o The status indicator lights up in red when data on the SD card is being accessed.
Do not remove the SD card during data access (such as recording, playback, or formatting). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery and AC adapter during access either.
o Do not use or store the SD card in a place that is subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
o Do not place the SD card near locations that are exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio waves. o Inserting the SD card incorrectly may result in damage of this unit or the SD card.
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