Panasonic HX-A100D Owner's Manual

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- 4 -∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when this unit is moved to awarm area from a cold area, such as at high altitude.It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the environment in whichthis unit is used.≥ Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit malfunction.What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged≥ Turn off this unit and open the side cover in a place with constant ambient temperature, awayfrom high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in about 2 hourswith the side cover open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient temperature.≥ Contact Panasonic’s Service Centre if the fogging does not disappear.1 Open the side cover.2 Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side cover.≥ If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the surrounding area, water willleak within a few seconds causing malfunction.3 If there is foreign matter adhering to the unit, remove it.≥ Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc. that may adhere to the sides and corners of therubber seal.≥ Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid. It may cause water leaks and malfunction ifyou use this unit with liquid adhered.4 Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the side cover.≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoidpermanently damaging this unit the seals should be replaced once every two years. Pleasecontact Panasonic’s Service Centre for related costs and other information.5 Close the side cover securely.≥ To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand,hair or dust etc.Check before using underwaterDo not open or close the side cover in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wethands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks.1 Slide the LOCK switch A to the left tounlock the side cover.B: Unlocked when the red indicator is visible2 Slide the side cover downward toopen it. AB1 Close the side cover and slide itupward.2 Slide the LOCK switch to the right tolock the side cover.≥ Lock securely to the points where the redportion of the LOCK switch is no longervisible.≥ Securely close it until it clicks.