Troubleshooting - Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

First, try out the following procedures (P218–227).
If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET]
[SETUP] menu when taking pictures.
The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
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The battery is not inserted correctly.
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The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery.
The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
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Is the [OPT. VIEWFINDER]
> Press [DISPLAY] to switch to the LCD monitor.
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Does the picture appear on the External Live Viewfinder (DMW-LVF1; optional)?
> Switch to LCD monitor display by pressing [LVF/LCD] on the External Live Viewfinder
(optional). (P196)
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Is [AUTO LCD OFF]
> Press the shutter button halfway to cancel this mode.
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The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery.
The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
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The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery.
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If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted.
> Turn the camera off frequently by using the [ECONOMY] Mode etc.
This unit is turned off automatically.
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If you connect to a TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) and turn
off the power on the TV with the remote control for the TV, the power on this unit also turns off.
> If you are not using VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to [OFF].
The [CHARGE] lamp flashes.
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Is the temperature of the battery excessively high or low? If it is, it will take longer than usual to
charge the battery or charging may remain incomplete.
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Are the terminals of the charger or battery dirty?
> Wipe off the dirt using a dry cloth.
Battery and power source
(P21)
(P149) set to [ON]?
(P35) of the [ECONOMY] Mode active?
Others
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(P37)
(P35)
(P38)
on the