VQT1X72 (ENG)2Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic DigitalCamera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy forfuture reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. ofyour Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations inthese Operating Instructions.Carefully observe copyright laws.• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposesother than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of privateuse, recording of certain material may be restricted.Before UseInformation for Your Safety∫ About the battery pack• Do not heat or expose to flame.• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period oftime with doors and windows closed.WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHINGAND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BEPLACED ON THE APPARATUS.• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALLBE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same orequivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteriesaccording to the manufacturer’s instructions.WarningRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate.