Cautions for Use

Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).

Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional).

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

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 (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.

Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be adversely affected.

Care of the camera

Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.

The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged.

We strongly recommend you do not leave the camera in your trousers pocket

when you sit down or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag etc. Damage to the LCD monitor or personal injury may result.

Do not attach any other items to the hand strap that’s included with your

camera. While being stored, that item can rest against the LCD monitor and damage it.

Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to malfunction.

Places with a lot of sand or dust.

Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.

Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc.

This camera is not waterproof. If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the camera body carefully.

If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service center.

About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)

Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction.

If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

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Panasonic VQT2D42, DMC-FS12 operating instructions Care of the camera, About Condensation When the lens is fogged up