Panasonic SQW0019 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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Cautions for Use
About the operating environment
Do not leave the unit in the following areas, as there is the risk of damage.
Near electronic products. The image may become distorted, and static may be introduced.
Extremely hot or cold areas.
Optimal use of this unit
Do not drop or subject the unit to shock when carrying it around.
Do not place the unit in the back pocket of your trousers.
Doing so may cause damage to the unit when sitting down.
This unit is not dust/splash/water proof.
Avoid using this unit in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.
Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into the space around the lens, buttons, etc. Be
particularly careful since it may not just cause malfunctions, but it may also become irreparable.
Places with a lot of sand or dust.
Places where water can come into contact with this unit, such as when using it on a rainy day or at the beach.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens,
TVs, video games etc.).
If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by
electromagnetic wave radiation.
Do not use this unit near smartphones or other cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers
or large motors.
Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
If this unit is affected and does not operate correctly, disconnect the AC adaptor, reconnect it and turn on the
unit.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be
adversely affected.
Do not connect the unit to products or parts that it is not compatible with.
Do not paint the unit, or cover it with thick stickers.
Doing so may interfere with correct operation.
Do not spray this unit with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the unit may be damaged and the surface finish may
peel off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with this unit for a long period of time.
This unit is equipped with GPS functionality, however must not be used as aircraft, vehicle or personal
navigation device, or precision surveying device.
Panasonic shall not be liable for all damages suffered as a result of inaccurate measurements and
information that are caused by external factors (including running out of battery power) e.g. use of this
unit outside of its intended purpose, or malfunctions and wrong operations of this unit etc.
When the unit OS is updated, the functions or operation procedures of the unit may change, or certain
apps may cease operating.
Check the safety and security of software before downloading or installing software.
There is the risk of damage or information leakage due to malware or viruses, and the volume of the
unit may increase significantly.