10 VQT1Z93 VQT1Z93 11
Before use Standard accessories
To prevent damage and faults
Do a test shot first!
Check first to see if you can take pictures
and record sounds (motion pictures/
pictures with audio) successfully.
We will not compensate for failed/
lost recording or for direct/indirect
damage.
Panasonic will not provide compensation
for video or image damage caused by
faults with camera or card.
Certain pictures cannot be played
back
• Pictures edited on a computer
• Pictures taken or edited on a different
camera
(Pictures taken or edited on this camera
may also not be able to be played back
on other cameras)
Software on the CD-ROM supplied
The following actions are prohibited:
• Making duplicates (copying) for sale or
rent
• Copying onto networks
LCD monitor characteristics
Extremely high precision technology is
employed to produce the LCD monitor
screen. However there may be some dark
or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the
screen. This is not a malfunction.
The LCD monitor screen has more than
99.99% effective pixels with a mere
0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit.
The spots will not be recorded on pictures
on the built-in memory or a card.
Unit temperature
The camera may become warm during
use. (Especially grip area, etc.)
This does not cause a problem with the
performance or quality of the camera.
Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure
• Avoid exposing the camera to strong
vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or
hitting the camera, or sitting down with
the camera in your pocket. (Attach hand
strap to avoid dropping camera. Hanging
any items other than the supplied
hand strap from the camera can apply
pressure against it.)
•
Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor.
Do not get the camera wet or insert
foreign objects
This camera is not waterproof.
• Do not expose the camera to water, rain,
or seawater.
(If camera gets wet, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth. Wring cloth thoroughly first if wet
with seawater, etc)
• Avoid exposing lens and socket to dust
or sand, and do not allow liquids to leak
into gaps around buttons.
Avoid condensation caused by sudden
changes in temperature and humidity
• When moving between places of
different temperature or humidity, place
camera into a plastic bag and allow to
adjust to conditions before use.
• If the lens clouds up, turn off the camera
and leave for about two hours to allow
camera to adjust to conditions.
• If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with
a soft, dry cloth.
When using tripod
• Do not apply excessive force or tighten
screws at an angle (may damage
camera, screw hole, or label.)
• Ensure that the tripod is stable.
(Read the tripod’s instruction manual.)
When transporting
• Turn off the camera.
We recommend using a genuine leather
case (DMW-CT3, optional).
Lens
• If 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.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight.
Read first
• Please dispose of all packaging
appropriately.
• Cards are optional. You can record or
play back pictures on the built-in memory
when you are not using a card. (P.16)
• Consult the dealer or your nearest
servicentre if you lose the supplied
accessories. (You can purchase the
accessories separately.)
Optional Accessories
• Lithium Ion Battery: DMW-BCG10E
• AC Adaptor: DMW-AC5EB
• Multi Conversion Adaptor: DMW-MCA1
• Leather Case: DMW-CT3
• Semi Hard Case: DMW-CHTZ3
• Marine Case: DMW-MCTZ7
• HDMI mini cable : RP-CDHM15/
RP-CDHM30
• SDHC Memory Card
32 GB RP-SDV32GE1K
16 GB RP-SDV16GE1K
12 GB RP-SDM12GE1K
8 GB RP-SDV08GE1K
6 GB RP-SDM06GE1K
4 GB RP-SDM04GE1K
4 GB RP-SDV04GE1K
• SD Memory Card
2 GB RP-SDM02GE1A
2 GB RP-SDV02GE1A
1 GB RP-SDR01GE1A
• CardBus PC Card Adapter
BN-SDPC3E
• Some optional accessories may not be
available in some countries.
SDHC memory cards
• New standards set in 2006 by SD
Association for high-capacity memory
cards exceeding 2GB.
• Can be used on SDHC memory card-
compatible devices, but not on devices
only compatible with SD memory cards.
When connecting to other devices or
requesting printing in stores, please
verify SDHC memory card compatibility
in advance. (Always read your device’s
operating instructions before proceeding)
Camera ON/
OFF switch
Do not touch the lens barrier, as this may damage
lens. Be careful when removing camera from
bag, etc.
Please also refer to ‘Usage cautions and
notes’ (P.122).
Standard accessories
Part numbers are as of February 2009
Battery Pack
DMW-BCG10E
• Charge the battery
before use.
(referred to in this manual as ‘battery’)
Battery Charger
DE-A66A
(referred to in this manual as ‘charger’)
Battery Carrying
Case
VGQ0E45
AC Mains Lead
K2CT3CA00004
Hand Strap
VFC4297
USB Connection
Cable
K1HA14AD0001
AV Cable
K1HA14CD0001
CD-ROM
• Install software on your
computer to use it.