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Cautions for Use
In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if
the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell),
immediately stop operating the unit and
consult the Panasonic Customer Care
Centre on 132600.
∫Optimal Use of the Camera
When carrying the camera, take care not
to drop or cause impact to it.
•The lens o r the outer case may be
destroyed by the strong shock, and it
causes a malfunction of the camera.
Keep the camera away from magnetised
equipment (such as a microwave oven,
TV, video game equipment, etc.).
•If you use the camera on or near a TV,
pictures and sounds may be disrupted
due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not us e the camera near a cell phone
because doing so may cause noise to
adversely affect the pictures and sounds.
•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 a microprocessor may adversely affect
the camera, causing the disturbance of
pictures and sounds.
•If the cam era is affected by magnetically
charged equipment and does not function
properly, turn the camera off and remove
the battery or disconnect AC adaptor
(DMW-CAC1; optional) and then insert
the battery or connect AC adaptor again.
Thereafter, 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, recorded pictures or
sounds may be adversely affected.
Make sure to use the supplied cords and
cables. If you use optional accessories,
use the cords and the cables supplied
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile
chemicals onto the camera.
•If the camera is sprayed with such
chemicals, the camera body may be
damaged and the surface finish may peel
off.
•Do not keep rubber or plast ic products in
contact with the camera for a long period
of time.
Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol
for cleaning the camera.
•Before cleaning the camera, remove the
battery or disconnect the AC cable from
the electrical outlet.
•The camera body may be deformed and
the surface finish may peel off.
•Wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth. To
remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth
that is soaked in a detergent diluted with
water and afterward finish wiping with a
dry cloth.
•If you use a chemical cloth, follow the
instructions that come with the cloth.
•In case rain or other sources of water
splash onto the camera, wet a soft cloth
with tap water, wring it well, and use it to
wipe the camera body carefully. Then
wipe it again with a dry cloth.
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