VQT1Z82 13Charging batteryAlways charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged)About batteries that you can use with this unit (as of February 2009)The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCG10PP.It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to thegenuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some ofthese battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection tomeet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibilitythat these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised thatwe are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use ofa counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we wouldrecommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.• Use the dedicated charger and battery.• Use of third party aftermarket batteries is not recommended. Such batteries may not includeinternal safety design features that can protect the camera should the battery fail. Damageresulting from the use of non-Panasonic batteries is not covered under the warranty.• This camera has a function identifying batteries that can be used, and this function iscompatible with the dedicated battery (DMW-BCG10PP).Battery(model- specific)Charger (model - specific)Charging light (CHARGE)On: Charging in progress, approx. 130 min. (Max.)Off: Charging complete (Disconnect charger and battery when charging is complete.)If light is flashing: • Charging may take longer than normal if battery temperature istoo high or too low (charging may not be completed).• Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean with a dry cloth.Connect to charger(Ensure ‘LUMIX’ faces outwards.)Fold out pins andplug into electrical outletIndoor electrical outlet(charge at room temperature of10 °C - 35 °C (50 °F - 95 °F))• Do not insertmetal objectssuch as clips.(Can cause fire)