Panasonic HC-X1 Operating Instructions Manual

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- 4 -∫ Cautions for useKeep this unit as far away as possible fromelectromagnetic equipment (such asmicrowave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, thepictures and/or sound on this unit may bedisrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones becausedoing so may result in noise adverselyaffecting the pictures and/or sound.≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or picturesmay be distorted, by strong magnetic fieldscreated by speakers or large motors.≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated bymicroprocessors may adversely affect thisunit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.≥ If this unit is adversely affected byelectromagnetic equipment and stopsfunctioning properly, turn this unit off andremove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor.Then reinsert the battery or reconnect ACadaptor and turn this unit on.Do not use this unit near radio transmittersor high-voltage lines.≥ If you record near radio transmitters orhigh-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.About connecting to a PC≥ A USB 3.0 cable is not supplied with this unit.Use a commercially-available double-shielded USB 3.0 cable with a ferrite core.If possible, we recommend using a cable witha length of 1.5 m or less.About using a headphone≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphonesand headphones can cause hearing loss.≥ Listening at full volume for long periods maydamage the user’s ears.Make sure to use the supplied cords andcables. If you use optional accessories, use thecords and the cables supplied with them.Do not extend the cords and the cables.Do not spray insecticides or volatilechemicals onto the unit.≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its bodymay be marred and the surface finish may peel off.≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products incontact with the unit for a long time.When you use the unit in a sandy or dustyplace such as a beach, do not let sand or finedust get into the body and terminals of the unit.Also, keep the unit away from sea water.≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care shouldbe taken when inserting and removing a card.)≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe offthe water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipethe unit again with a dry cloth.When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it.≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s casing,causing it to malfunction.≥ When carrying this unit, please hold thehandle, hand strap or shoulder strap firmlyand treat it with care.Cleaning≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull theAC cable from the AC outlet, and then wipethe unit with a soft, dry cloth.≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water andsqueeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with thedamp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, ordishwashing liquid may alter the camera bodyor peel the surface finish. Do not use thesesolvents.≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow theinstructions that came with the cloth.When you are not going to use the unit foran extended time≥ When storing the unit, it is recommended thatyou place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.About this unitThe unit and the SD card become warmduring use. This is not a malfunction.