Others121VQT0X92OthersCautions for Usew Optimal use of the cameraTake care not to drop or knock the unitor put a lot of pressure on it.• Take care not to drop or knock the bagthat you inserted the unit in as it maystrongly shock the unit.• A strong shock may break the lens,screen or outer case and cause thecamera to malfunction.Keep the camera as far away as possiblefrom electromagnetic equipment (suchas microwave ovens, TVs, video gamesetc.).• If you use the camera on top of or near aTV, the pictures and sound on the cameramay be disrupted by electromagneticwave radiation.• Do not use the camera near cell phonesbecause doing so may result in noiseadversely affecting the pictures andsound.• Recorded data may be damaged, orpictures may be distorted, by strongmagnetic fields created by speakers orlarge motors.• Electromagnetic wave radiation generatedby microprocessors may adversely affectthe camera, disturbing the pictures andsound.• If the camera is adversely affected byelectromagnetic equipment and stopsfunctioning properly, turn the camera offand remove the battery or disconnect ACadaptor (DMW-AC7; optional). Thenreinsert the battery or reconnect ACadaptor and turn the camera on.Do not use the camera near radiotransmitters or high-voltage lines.• If you record near radio transmitters orhigh-voltage lines, the recorded picturesand sound may be adversely affected.Always use the supplied cords andcables. If you use optional accessories,use the cords and the cables suppliedwith them.Do not extend the cords or the cables.Do not spray the camera withinsecticides or volatile chemicals.• If the camera is sprayed with suchchemicals, the body of the camera may bedamaged and the surface finish may peeloff.• Do not keep rubber or plastic products incontact with the camera for a long periodof time.Do not use benzine, thinner or alcoholfor cleaning the camera.• Before cleaning the camera, remove thebattery or disconnect the AC adaptor(DMW-AC7; optional) from the electricaloutlet.• The body of the camera may be damagedand the surface finish may peel off.• If you use a chemically treated cloth, readthe instructions that come with the cloth.• Wipe the dust or fingerprints with a soft,dry cloth.• Wipe off any dirt or dust on the zoom ringor the focus ring with a dry dust cloth.• Do not use a kitchen detergent or achemically treated cloth.• If rain water or other drops of water splashonto the camera, use a dry cloth to wipethe camera body carefully.
