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Using the Image Stabiliser
0 When using a lens with an O.I.S. switch, set it to [ON].
0 When using lenses without a function for communicating with this camera, a 
message asking you to check the focal length setting is displayed after you turn on 
the camera.
Correctly operating the image stabilisation function requires that the focal length be 
set to match the attached lens.
Set the focal length in accordance as prompted by the message.
This can also be set using the menu. (l 174)
0 When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the camera shake alert icon 
[ ] may be displayed on the recording screen.
If this is displayed, we recommend using a tripod, the self timer or the Shutter 
Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).
0 We recommend turning off the image stabiliser function when using a tripod.
0 The image stabiliser may cause vibration or produce operational sound during 
operation, but these are not malfunctions.
0 When the following function is being used, the image stabiliser function is not 
available:
– [High Resolution Mode]
0 You can display the reference point and check the camera shake status:
[] ¨ [ ] ¨ [I.S. Status Scope] (l 348)