Panasonic DMCTZ1K, DMC-TS1, DMCTS1S, DMCTS1D, DMCTZ1S operating instructions 128 VQT1Z45

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Cautions for Use

(Important) About the waterproof/

dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera

• This camera has a waterproof/dustproof function equivalent to "IP58". It is possible to take pictures in 3.0 m (10 feet) depth for 60 minutes.¢1

¢1 This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic. This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.

• Supplied accessories are not waterproof.

• The camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 1.5 m (5 feet) onto 5 cm (16.4 feet) thick plywood, which is compliant with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”¢2

¢2 This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.

Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc.

When an impact is applied to the camera, it is recommended to consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center, and perform a checkup (subject to a fee) to see if the waterproofing has been retained properly.

Malfunction caused by exposure to water due to mishandling by the customer will not be covered by the warranty.

For more detail, refer to “(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera” (P10).

Optimal use of the camera

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

•Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.

•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.

•Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and be damaged.

•We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to protect your camera.

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.

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