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# Before using the camera

#### Before using the camera, always check if the built-in battery is not consumed, and then set the date/time.

The internal clock of the camera is reset when the built-in battery has been consumed. This may result in the meta data of the clip not being recorded correctly, and it may not be displayed correctly in the thumbnail screen.

Check if the built-in battery is not consumed before using. (Charging the built-in battery)

Also, set the correct date/time.

For details about setting the time zone and date/time, refer to [TIME ZONE] and [CLOCK SETTING].

#### Memory cards

- The surface of camera or the memory card may get slightly hot when used for a long period of time, but this is not a malfunction.

- The amount of memory included on the label of the memory card is the total amount of memory below.

  - Capacity to protect and manage copyright

  - Capacity usable as the normal memory on the camera or a PC.

- Do not give a strong impact to, bend, or drop the memory card.

- Memory card data may become destroyed or erased in the following cases.

  - Electrical noise or static electricity

  - Malfunction of the camera or the memory card

- Do not perform following operations while accessing a memory card.

  - Removing the memory card

  - Disconnecting battery or the external DC power supply without turning off the camera

  - Apply vibration of impact

#### Caution regarding laser beams

The MOS sensor may be damaged if the MOS sensor is subjected to light from a laser beam.

Take sufficient care to prevent laser beams from striking the lens when shooting in an environment where laser devices are used.

#### Note the following points.

- If you prepare to record important images, always shoot some advance test footage to verify that both pictures and sound are being recorded normally.

- Panasonic will not assume liability when video or audio recording fails due to a malfunction of the camera or the memory card during the use.

- Set the calendar (datetime of the internal clock) and the time zone, or check the setting before recording. This will have an effect on the management of the recorded contents.

#### Cautions when throwing memory cards away or transferring them to others

Formatting memory cards or deleting data using the functions of the camera or a computer will merely change the file management information: it will not completely erase the data on the cards.

It is recommended to completely erase the data in following method when discarding/conveying.

- Physically destroy the memory card itself

- Completely erase the data in the memory card using a commercially available data erasing software for PC, etc.

Users are responsible for managing the data stored in their memory card.

#### LCD monitor

- Do not continuously display the same image or text on the LCD monitor for a long period of time. The image may be burned on to the screen. It will return to normal after leaving the camera recorder turned off for several hours.

- Condensation sometimes forms on the LCD panel of the LCD monitor in locations subject to extreme temperature differences. If this happens, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

- The LCD monitor will be slightly darker than normal immediately after the power is turned on when the camera is very cold. It will return to its regular brightness when the internal temperature increases.

- The LCD monitor is managed with high precision so that at least 99.99% of the dots are effective, but there may be 0.01% or less of missing pixels or pixels always lit. This is not a malfunction and it has no effect whatsoever on the recorded images.

- It may become difficult to see or difficult to recognize the touch when a LCD protection sheet is affixed.

#### GPS

GPS (Global Position System) satellites are controlled by the US Department of State, and their accuracy may be intentionally changed.

Perform positioning at a location well open to the sky and avoid locations subject to obstacles such as indoors or around trees.

Depending on the surrounding environment or the time of the day, it may take a long time to perform positioning or there may be a significant error in the positioning.

#### Exemption of liability

Panasonic is not liable in any way regarding following.

1. Incidental, special, or consequential damages caused directly or indirectly by the camera

2. Damages, breakage of the camera, etc., caused by misuse or carelessness of the customer

3. When disassembly, repair, or modification of the camera is performed by the customer

4. Inconveniences, damnification, or damages by not being able to record and/or display the video due to any reasons including failure or malfunction of the camera

5. Inconveniences, damnification, or damages resulting from malfunction of the system combining with any third party equipment

6. A liability claim or any claim for a privacy violation by an individual or a group that was the subject of the video that the customer has shot (including recording) that became public by any reason (including using with the network user authentication turned OFF)

7. The registered information is lost due to any reason (including initializing this camera because the authentication information such as user name or password is forgotten)

#### Cautions regarding network

Since this camera is used connected to a network, following mischief may occur.

1. Leaking or divulging of information through the camera

2. Fraudulent operation of the camera by a malicious third party

3. Obstruction and/or stopping of the camera by a malicious third party

It is customer’s responsibility to take sufficient network security measures including the following to prevent damage caused by such mischief. Please note that Panasonic is not liable in any way for damage caused by such mischief.

- Use the camera on a network where safety is secured by using a firewall, etc.

- When using the camera on a system where a PC is connected, make sure that checking and cleaning of infection by computer virus and malicious program is performed periodically.

- In order to prevent malicious attacks, use the authentication system and change the default setting values by using 8 characters or more including 3 or more character types for the authentication information (such as user name and password) so that a third party cannot guess your authentication information.

- Store the authentication information (user name, password, etc.) appropriately so it is not visible to the third party.

- Periodically change the authentication information (user name, password, etc.) and do not use the same authentication information as other accounts.

- To prevent the setting information in the camera to leak to the network, execute measure such as restricting the access with user authentication, etc.

- Do not install in a location where the camera, cable, etc., can be easily damaged.

#### Security

Take caution in handling the camera or memory card so it is not stolen, lost or neglected, and handle with care when discarding. Note that Panasonic is not liable to leakage, falsification, or loss of information caused by them.

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