Panasonic VQT2X42 User Guide
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VQT2X42 (ENG)
(ENG) VQT2X42
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(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and
anti-shock performance of the camera
(Continued)
Camera care and the waterproof
performance
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Handling the camera
•Do not leave the camera for a long time in a cold environment where
the temperature is very low (such as a ski resort) or very high at
40 °C (104 °F) or higher (in particular locations such as under strong
sunlight, inside a hot vehicle, near a heater, on a ship, or on a beach).
(The waterproof performance will deteriorate.)
•The inside of the camera is not waterproof. Do not open or close the
card/battery door or terminal cover close to water by the sea, a lake
or river, or with wet hands.
•The waterproof function of the camera is for sea water and fresh
water only.
•Operation may not be possible or the sound may be low if snow
or water freezes on the zoom button, Power button, speaker or
microphone in a cold environment such as a ski resort.
•The lens and LCD monitor may cloud up due to changes in
temperature and humidity. For details, read (→7) of the Operating
Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM.
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About the [PRECAUTIONS] display
Check this information in advance to maintain
the waterproof performance.
When the card/battery door is fully closed and the
power is turned on for the first time after purchase,
[PRECAUTIONS] is displayed.
Select [YES] with ◄, and then press [MENU/SET]
•When [NO] is selected, the clock setting screen is displayed.
Check the [PRECAUTIONS] on the screen
► : View the next screen
◄ : Return to the previous screen
[MENU/SET] : Cancel
After the final screen (11/11), press [MENU/SET] to finish
•When [NO] is selected on the first screen or [MENU/SET] is pressed to
cancel partway through the screens, [PRECAUTIONS] is displayed every
time the power is turned on.
•The information can also be checked from [PRECAUTIONS] in the
[SETUP] menu.
To prevent water from entering the camera, be sure to observe the
following before use.
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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal
cover in sandy or dusty locations, while close to water, or
with wet hands.
When the camera is used in the locations described above, sand or
dust may enter through the gaps of the card/battery door or terminal
cover and adhere to the camera without you knowing. Make sure in
advance that the levels of the battery and card memory are sufficient.
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The use of the supplied silicone jacket is recommended
to prevent the card/battery door or terminal cover from
opening unexpectedly.
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The performance of the camera’s rubber seal starts to
deteriorate after 1 year.
It is recommended that you contact a Panasonic Service Center at
least once a year to have the rubber seal replaced (subject to a fee).
Using the camera underwater
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Use this camera in a water depth of 3 m (10 feet) or less, in a water
temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), and do not use
continuously underwater for longer than 60 minutes.
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Do not use in hot water exceeding 40 °C (104 °F) (such as a bath or hot springs).
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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover.
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Do not subject the camera to an impact underwater. (It may impair the
waterproof performance and allow water to enter.)
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Do not dive into the water holding the camera. Do not use in locations
subject to strong water flows, such as in rapids or under waterfalls. (The
strong water pressure may cause a malfunction.)
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The camera sinks in water. Attach the camera securely to yourself, such
as by wearing the hand strap around your wrist, to prevent you from
dropping and losing the camera.
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If the camera is splashed by substances such as detergent, soap, hot spring
water, bath powder, sun oil, sunscreen or chemicals, wipe off immediately.
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The card and battery are not waterproof. Do not handle them with wet
hands. Further, do not insert a wet card or battery into the camera.