Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Under normal environment, dust will accumulate
on the camera recorder when it is used over a long
period. Dust may enter the camera recorder
especially if it is used outdoors. This may affect the
image and sound quality of the camera recorder.
Check and replace the fan after every 9000 hours
(suggested guideline).
You can check the usage time of the fan in the
[System] menu B [System Information] B [Fan
Hour].
(A P105 [ Fan Hour ] )
If the fan is used for more than 9000 hours without
replacement, “FAN MAINTENANCE REQUIRED”
will be displayed every time you turn on the power.
SDHC/SDXC Cards
o SDHC/SDXC card is referred to as “SD card” in
this manual.
o This camera recorder saves the recorded
images and audio sound on the SD card (sold
separately) in the card slot.
o Use an SD card (4 GB to 128 GB) with Class 6
or higher performance, formatted using this
camera recorder.
o Depending on the recording format, SD card with
Class 4 or higher performance can also be used.
(A P43 [Selecting System Definition, File
Format and Video Format] )
* Using cards other than those from Panasonic,
TOSHIBA or SanDisk may result in recording
failure or data loss.
o If the SD card contains files recorded by devices
other than this camera recorder or files that are
saved from a PC, the recordable time may be
shorter or data may not be properly recorded. In
addition, the remaining space on the card may not
increase even when files are deleted using a PC.
Handling of SD Cards
o The status indicator lights up in red when data
on the SD card is being accessed.
Do not remove the SD card during data access
(such as recording, playback, or formatting). Do not
turn off the power or remove the battery and AC
adapter during access either.
o Do not use or store the SD card in a place that is
subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
o Do not place the SD card near locations that are
exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio waves.
o Inserting the SD card incorrectly may result in
damage of this unit or the SD card.
o We are not liable for any accidental loss of data
stored on the SD card. Please back up any
important data.
o Make use of the SD card within the prescribed
conditions of use.
Do not use it at the following locations.
Places that are subject to direct sunlight, high
humidity or corrosion, places near thermal
equipment, sandy or dusty places, or in a car under
the sun with the doors and windows closed.
o Do not bend or drop the SD card, or subject it to
strong impact or vibration.
o Do not splash the SD card with water.
o Do not dismantle or modify the SD card.
o Do not touch the terminals with your hands or
with a metal object.
o Do not allow dust, dirt, water, or foreign objects
to adhere to the terminals.
o Do not remove the labels or stick other labels or
stickers on the SD cards.
o Do not use pencils or ballpoint pens to write on
the SD cards. Always use oil-based pens.
o If you format (initialize) the SD card, all data
recorded on the card, including video data and
setup files, will be deleted.
o You are recommended to use cards that are
formatted (initialized) on this camera recorder.
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The SD card may be damaged if the camera
recorder is not operated correctly. Formatting
(Initializing) the SD card may allow it to operate
correctly.
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SD cards that have been formatted (initialized)
on other cameras, computers or peripheral
equipment may not operate correctly. In this
case, format (initialize) the SD card on this
camera recorder.
o If you want to wipe out all information by
completely erasing the data, we recommend either
using commercially available software that is
specially designed for that purpose, or by
physically destroying the SD card with a hammer,
etc. When formatting or erasing data using the
camera recorder, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not completely
erased from the SD card.
o Some commercially available SD cards may be
harder to be removed from this unit. Remove them
by hooking onto the groove on the cards.
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It will be easier to remove the cards after several
times.
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Do not stick any stickers on the cards.
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o The SD card may pop out when it is being
removed. Be careful not to lose the card.
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Introduction