4 Precautions for UsePrecautions for UseCaution regarding laser beamsThe CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to light from a laser beam.When using the camera-recorder in locations where laser irradiation equipment is used, be careful not to allowthe laser beam to shine directly on the lens.PLEASE NOTE:● When preparing to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage, to verify that bothpictures and sound are being recorded normally.● Should video or audio recording fail due to a malfunction of this camera-recorder or the P2 cards used, wewill not assume liability for such failure.Disposing and transferring ownership of memory card devicesFormatting or deleting a memory card device in this camera or a PC will only change file management dataand leave data on the card intact. It is recommended that the card either be physically destroyed or thatcommercially sold software be used to completely delete any data on the card. Note that managing card data isthe owner’s responsibility.Information on software for this product1. Included with this product is software licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNULesser General Public License (LGPL), and users are hereby informed that they have the right to obtain,change and redistribute the source codes of this software.Details on GPL and LGPL can be found on the installation CD provided with the unit. Refer to the foldercalled “LDOC”.(Details are given in the original (English-language) text.)To obtain the source codes, go to the following home page:http://panasonic.biz/sav/.The manufacturer asks users to refrain from directing inquiries concerning the source codes they haveobtained and other details to its representatives.2. Included with this product is software which is licensed under MIT-License.Details on MIT-License can be found on the installation CD provided with the unit. Refer to the folder called“LDOC”.(Details are given in the original (English-language) text.)Trademarks● SD logo is a trademark.● Unislot is a trademark of Ikegami Tsushinki Co., Ltd.● Apple, Macintosh, Mac OS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple, Inc. in the United States and/orother countries.● Windows is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or othercountries.● Other names of companies and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respectivecompanies.