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Usage cautions and notes (Continued)

Lens

ƔIf lens is dirty:

Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.).
Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the
lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

ƔDo not leave the lens exposed to direct sunlight.

ƔDo not touch the lens barrier, as this may damage lens. Be careful when removing

camera from bag, etc.

When using a tripod or unipod

ƔDo not apply excessive force or tighten screws when they are crooked. (This may

damage the camera, screw hole, or label.)

ƔEnsure that the tripod is stable. (Refer to the tripod instructions.)

Personal Information

If names or birthdays are set in [Baby] Mode or in the [Face Recog.] function, personal
information will be contained in the camera and the pictures that have been taken.

ƔDisclaimer

• Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static
electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations.
Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result
of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.

ƔWhen ordering repairs or transferring/disposing of the camera

• To protect your personal information, please reset the settings. (ĺ22)
• If any pictures are contained in the built-in memory, copy (ĺ101) them to a memory card
if necessary, and then format (ĺ23) the built-in memory.
• Remove the memory card from the camera.
• When ordering repairs, the built-in memory and other settings may be returned to the
initial purchase state.
• If the above operations cannot be performed because of a camera malfunction,
consult with the dealer or nearest Service Center.
When transferring or disposing of your memory card, see “When disposing of/
transferring memory cards” in the previous section.