VQT2S3024PreparationCharging the Battery∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLB13PP.• Use the dedicated charger and battery.• The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. Thededicated battery (DMW-BLB13PP) supports this function. The only batteries suitablefor use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured byother companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support thisfunction cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality,performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companiesand are not genuine Panasonic products.∫ Charging• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.• Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF). (The batterytemperature should also be the same.)It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to thegenuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of thesebattery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet therequirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that thesebattery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are notliable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeitbattery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that agenuine Panasonic battery pack is used.Connect the AC cable.• The battery cannot be charged when the DC cable(DMW-DCC3; optional) is connected to the AC adaptor.Attach the battery with attention to thedirection of the battery.• Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket anddetach the battery after charging is completed.
