2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
20
Charging the Battery
∫
About batteries that you can use with this unit
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully
charged.
(Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
• Use the charger, AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (for charger), and battery
that are designed for exclusive use with the camera.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the
genuine product are made available for purchase in some markets. Some of
these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet
the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that
these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are
not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit
battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging
1
Connect the charger and the AC adaptor (supplied) with the USB connection
cable (for charger).
• Check the plug direction, and hold the plug to insert the cable straight in or pull it straight
out. (If the cable is inserted at an angle or in the wrong direction, the plug may deform and
cause malfunction.)
2
Insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet.
A
Charger (for exclusive use with the camera)
B
USB connection cable (for charger)
C
AC adaptor (supplied)
D
To power outlet