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# Before using the camera

#### Use appropriate lighting when shooting to capture images with clear color

- To make the color of images clear, use appropriate lighting for shooting.

- Colors may not be reproduced correctly under fluorescent lighting. Select appropriate lighting as necessary.

- Use the ND filter in excessively bright locations.

#### Turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the cables

- Turn off the power of the devices before connecting or disconnecting the cables.

#### Handling of the camera

- Do not drop or add strong impact or vibration to the camera. Doing so may lead to failure.

#### Do not touch optical system parts

- The optical system parts are the “life” of the camera. Do not touch the optical systems on occasions such as when the lens is removed. In the event that dust has adhered, use a blower for cameras or lens cleaning paper to gently remove the dust.

#### Do not shoot images toward sunlight or a laser beam

- Shooting toward sunlight or a laser beam for a long period of time may result in damage of the MOS.

#### When using the camera in rain or snow, or on a beach or shore

- Prevent water from splashing on or entering the camera.

#### Humidity and dust

- The internal parts of the camera are more easily damaged in humid and dusty locations. Avoid such locations.

#### Temperature range for use

- Using the camera under the following conditions may have negative effects on the image quality or internal parts of the camera.

  Cold places where the temperature is −10 °C (14 °F) or below

  Hot places where the temperature is 45 °C (113 °F) or above

- Preheating is required in a low-temperature environment. Confirm display is not lit before using the camera.

#### Cleaning

- Turn off the power and clean the camera with a dry cloth. If the dust cannot be removed with a dry cloth, try soaking the cloth with kitchen detergent to gently wipe off the dust.

- Use lens cleaning paper (for use with glasses or cameras) when cleaning the lens.

#### Cooling fan

- The camera has an internal cooling fan.

- The cooling fan is a consumable supply. Replace it after approximately 60,000 hours of use. Be sure to contact your dealer for the replacement.

#### Peripheral devices and software

- The software of the peripheral device that is connected to the camera may require updating.

- For details, contact your dealer.

#### Information on software used with this product

- This product includes GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) licensed software, and the customer is entitled to obtain, modify, or redistribute the source code for the software.

  This product includes MIT Licensed software.

  This product includes BSD Licensed software.

  For details on obtaining the source codes, visit the following website.

  http://pro-av.panasonic.net/

  However, do not contact Panasonic for questions regarding obtained source codes.

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