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• Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate 
handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data.
• When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
• You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.
• Make sure that the screw on the tripod or unipod is not at an angle when attaching or detaching 
the camera. You may damage the screw on the camera if you use excessive force when 
turning it. Also, the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratched if the 
camera is attached too tightly to the tripod or unipod.
• When using this unit with a large-diameter lens, the lens may come into contact with the 
pedestal depending on the tripod/unipod. Tightening the screw with the lens and pedestal in 
contact with each other may damage this unit or the lens. Therefore it is recommended to 
attach the tripod adaptor (DMW-TA1: optional) before mounting on the tripod/unipod.
• Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully.
• If you attach a heavy interchangeable lens (more than about 1 kg/35.3 oz) to the camera body, 
do not carry the camera by the shoulder strap.
Hold the camera and the lens when carrying them.
∫ Use the camera as a wireless LAN device
When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than 
wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs 
and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any 
damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN 
device.
∫ Use of the Wi-Fi function of this camera is presumed to be in countries where this 
camera is sold
There is the risk that the camera violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries 
other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any 
violations.
∫ There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted
Please note that there is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be 
intercepted by a third party.
About the picture data
About tripods or unipods
About the shoulder strap
Wi-Fi function