- 7 -Before UseBefore Use(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof andanti-shock performance of the camera• Please observe the following precautions, and avoid using this camera in any situation wherethe camera is subject to high water pressure. This camera’s waterproof/dustproof ratingcomplies with the “IPX8” and “IP6X” ratings. Provided the care and maintenance guidelinesdescribed in this document are strictly followed, this camera can operate underwater, to a depthnot exceeding 10 m (33 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.¢1• This camera also complies with “MIL-STD 810F (Method 516.5-Shock)”. The camera hascleared a drop test from a height of 2 m (6.6 feet) onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plywood. In mostcases this camera should not sustain any damage if dropped from a height not exceeding 2 m(6.6 feet).¢2• Supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding hand strap/silicon jacket).¢1 This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressurein accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic. This does not guaranteeno destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.¢2 This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions.Observe the following precautions and avoid using under water pressure exceeding theguaranteed performance, and in an environment with excessive dust or sand.Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit ordropped etc.If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by aPanasonic’s service centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by thewarranty.∫ Handling of the camera• Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (skiresort etc.) or very high [above 40 oC (104 oF)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to aheater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.• The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminalcover close to the water by the sea, a lake or river, or with wet hands.• Waterproof function of the camera is for sea water and fresh water only.• Operation may not be possible when snow or water on the zoom lever, mode dial or camera[OFF/ON] button freezes at cold places like ski resorts etc.∫ About the [PRECAUTIONS] demonstration display• Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof performance.[PRECAUTIONS] (P35) is displayed when the power is turned on forthe first time after purchase, with the card/battery door completelyclosed.• The [PRECAUTIONS] screen will not display the next time you turn onthe power if you start the slide show by selecting [YES], and then select[END] once it has completed. Select [REPLAY] to see the slide showagain.Note• It will automatically skip to clock setting screen if [NO] is selected before the slide show starts.• [PRECAUTIONS] is displayed every time the power is turned on if you exited the slide showusing a method other than selecting [END], such as turning off the power while the slide showis playing.• This can be also confirmed from [PRECAUTIONS] (P35) in the [SETUP] menu.