Panasonic DMC-TS3 owner manual 160, When using in a cold climate or at low temperatures

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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 "IP68". It is possible to take pictures in 12 m (40 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 (excluding strap).

• The camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 2 m (6.6 feet) onto 3 cm (0.10 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.

•Using the camera in environments where splashing with hot spring water, oil or alcohol is likely to occur may cause the water/dust resistance and impact resistance of the camera to deteriorate.

•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” (P8).

When using in a cold climate or at low temperatures

•It may cause injury to the skin if you directly touch the metal parts of the unit in places where temperature is very low [environments under 0 oC (32 oF), such as ski resorts or places at high altitude] for a long period of time.

Use gloves or similar when using it for long periods.

•The performance of the battery (number of recordable pictures/operating time) may decrease temporarily when using in a temperature between j10 oC to 0 oC (14 oF to 32 oF) (cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude).

•The battery cannot be recharged in a temperature less than 0 oC (32 oF). (The [CHARGE] indicator blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.)

•If the camera gets very cold in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, performance of the LCD monitor may temporarily drop immediately after turning the power on, e.g. the picture on the LCD monitor being slightly darker than usual or ghost images appearing. Keep the camera warm when using in a cold environment. The performance will resume as normal when the internal temperature rises.

•If the camera is used in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude with snow or water droplets adhered to the camera, some parts of the camera may become hard to move or the sound may become dim with snow or water droplets freezing in the gap of the zoom button, the camera [OFF/ON] button, speakers, and microphone. This is not a malfunction.

•When the camera is used in a cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, keep the camera warm by placing it in a warm place such as inside your cold protection gear or clothing.

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