Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX8 Owner's Manual page 6

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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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.
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Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting
the pictures and/or sound.
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Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
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Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
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If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,
turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
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If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound
may be adversely affected.
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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC8:
optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
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Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
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Do not press the lens with excessive force.
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Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
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Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.
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Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean
the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
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Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may
cause it to malfunction.
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Always use the supplied cords and cables.
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Do not extend the cords or the cables.
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During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit
off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC10PP: optional).
Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
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The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or
breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.
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Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure
proper operation.
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The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
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The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too high or too
low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
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The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
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Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug or
near the batteries.
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Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
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Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing the battery for a
long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove the battery from the
camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
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