Appendix; Factory Data Reset; Tips For Battery Usage; Updating The Software - Panasonic FZ-S1 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Appendix

Factory data reset

CAUTION
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The following procedure resets all settings and erases any data you have stored in the unit. Back
up important data before performing this procedure.
1.
From the home screen, tap
all data (factory reset)].
2. Tap [Erase all data] ® [Erase all data].
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The unit restarts when the factory data reset is complete.
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Data stored in the microSD card will not be erased.

Tips for battery usage

Minimizing battery deterioration
The battery is a consumable and the deterioration of its performance and battery life is accelerated under
the following conditions.
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Repeatedly charging the battery
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Using, charging, or storing the battery in a high-temperature environment
To minimize battery deterioration and ensure longer battery life, keep the following tips in mind.
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Charge in an environment between 10 °C and 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F)
If the surrounding temperature is too high or too low, the unit's indicator flashes in orange and the battery
cannot be charged temporarily.
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Avoid charging more than once per day
Charging the battery too often will cause the battery performance to deteriorate. Therefore, the unit will
not charge the battery immediately after it is fully charged unless the remaining charge is reduced at a
certain extent to avoid overcharging.
Maximizing battery operation time
To maximize the battery operation time, keep the following tips in mind.
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Reduce the screen's power consumption
Reduce power consumption by pressing
by reducing the screen's brightness level.
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Turn off wireless devices when not in use
You can also turn on airplane mode to quickly turn off wireless connections.
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Reduce the time taken to automatically turn off the screen (sleep)
From the home screen, tap
a shorter amount of time taken for the unit to turn off the screen automatically.

Updating the software

You can update the software when a system update is released.
IMPORTANT
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Check the following before starting the update.
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The remaining battery level is sufficient
[Settings] ® [System] ® [Advanced] ® [Reset options] ® [Erase
(power button) to turn off the screen when not in use, or
[Settings] ® [Display] ® [Advanced] ® [Screen timeout], and select
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