VQT1Z56
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Before Use
(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and
anti-shock performance of the camera
• Please observe the following precautions, and avoid using this camera in any situation where
the camera is subject to high water pressure. This camera’s waterproof/dustproof rating
complies with the “IPX8” and “IP5X” ratings. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines
described in this document are strictly followed, this camera can operate underwater, to a depth
not exceeding 3 m (10 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.
¢1
This camera also complies
with “MIL-STD 810F (Method 516.5-Shock).
¢2
The camera has cleared a drop test from a
height of 1.5 m (5 feet) onto 5 cm (0.17 feet) thick plywood. In most cases this camera should
not sustain any damage if dropped from a height not exceeding 1.5 m (5 feet).
• Supplied accessories are not waterproof.
¢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.
¢2 This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.
Observe the following precautions and avoid using under water pressure exceeding the
guaranteed performance, and in an environment with excessive dust or sand.
Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or
dropped etc.
If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a
Panasonic’s service centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by the warranty.
∫ Handling of the camera
•
Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low or
very high (above 40 oC), inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach,
etc.. Waterproof performance may be degraded.
• Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover close to the water at the sea, lake,
or river, and with the wet hand.
• Waterproof function of the camera is for sea water and fresh water only.
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