Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Operating Instructions Manual page 22

Note
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Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).
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Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn off as the
settings on the camera may not be stored properly.
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The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment.
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The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.
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Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has
gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself
may be damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)
∫ Using an AC adaptor (optional) and a DC coupler (optional) instead of the battery
The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with
the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional).
The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Insert the DC coupler, being careful of the direction.
3 Close the card/battery door.
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Ensure that the card/battery door is closed.
4 Open the DC coupler cover A.
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If it is difficult to open, push open the coupler cover
from the interior with the card/battery door in an open
state.
5 Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet.
6 Connect the AC adaptor B to the [DC IN] socket C
of the DC coupler.
D Align the marks and insert.
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Ensure that only the AC adaptor and DC coupler for this
camera are used. Using any other equipment may cause
damage.
Note
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Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional).
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When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.
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Some tripods cannot be attached when the DC coupler is connected.
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This unit cannot be stood upright when the AC adaptor is connected. When placing it down and
operating, we recommend placing it on a soft cloth.
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Make sure to unplug the AC adaptor when you open the card/battery door.
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If the AC adaptor and DC coupler are not necessary, then remove them from the digital
camera. Also, please keep the DC coupler cover closed.
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Also read the operating instructions for the AC adaptor and DC coupler.
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We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when
recording motion pictures.
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If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off due to a
power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will
not be recorded.
Preparation
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