User manual PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-FS42

[. . . ] Basic Operating Instructions Model No. Digital Camera DMC-FS42 DMC-FS4 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. Web Site: http://www. panasonic-europe. com EB VQT2B55-1 Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, · DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. [. . . ] It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. · Use the dedicated charger and battery. · The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. · Charge the battery with the charger indoors. · Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 °C to 35 °C. (The battery temperature should also be the same. ) 1 2 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery. · Charging starts when the [CHARGE] indicator A lights green. · Charging is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off (after approx. · The AC cable does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown on the right. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. 3 Detach the battery after charging is completed. When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes · The battery temperature is excessively high or low. The charging time will be longer than normal. · The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. (ENG) VQT2B55 11 Note · After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. · The battery becomes warm after using it, and while and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. · The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged. · The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (The battery has characteristics that will reduce its operating duration and cause the battery to swell up. ) · When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. · Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. [. . . ] Select the desired language and then click [Operating Instructions] to install. (Example: When an English language OS) A To return to the install menu Double click the "Operating Instructions" shortcut icon on the desktop. A When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 4. 0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Follow the instructions below for your OS to install it. If using Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP2 or SP3/Windows Vista and SP1 Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click [Adobe(R) Reader(R)] and then follow the messages on the screen to install. If using Windows 98/98SE/Me Download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site. [. . . ]