Panasonic DMC-LX2 operating instructions 118, Optimal Use of the Camera

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Cautions for Use

nOptimal Use of the Camera

Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it.

• Do not leave the unit in

your pants pocket when you sit down or forcefully insert it into a full bag etc.

• Take care not to drop or

knock the bag that you inserted the unit in as it

may strongly shock the unit.

•A strong shock may break the lens, screen or outer case and cause the camera to malfunction.

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-AC5; 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.

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 plastic 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 adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional) from the electrical outlet.

•The camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.

•Wipe the dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, soak a dry cloth in water and then use it to wipe the dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth.

•Do not use a kitchen detergent or a chemically treated 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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