Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Lc43 Operating Instructions

Preparation
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Charging the Batteries
1Insert batteries into the charger.
2Insert the charger into the electrical 
outlet.
 The charge lamp 
A lights and charge 
starts.
3Charge is completed when the charge 
lamp is no longer illuminated.
 Confirm that batteries are inserted properly.
 Disconnect the charger from the electrical 
outlet after the charging is completed.
ª Environment/charge error
 Charge in a place with a surrounding 
temperature of 32 - 104 F (0 - 40 oC) (also 
temperature of the...

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12
Inserting the Batteries
[Preparation]
 Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] 
and the lens is stored.
1Slide the door in the direction of the 
arrow to open the battery door .
2Insert the batteries.
 Insert the new batteries.
 Insert batteries observing the direction of 
the + and - polarities.
3Slide the door to the direction of the 
arrow to
 close the battery door.
Do not peel off the protective sticker 
1.
 When the new batteries are inserted in the 
camera for more than 3...

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13 ª Recommended batteries
Use 
Panasonic AA Ni-MH batteries (nickel-metal hydride) or AA Alkaline batteries (Optional). (We recommend that you use Panasonic 
batteries)
• The performance of the batteries may vary depending on brand or storage 
terms/condition of the battery. And it may cause malfunction or the available 
recording time may become shorter.
 As the ambient temperature decreases, the battery performance and capacity 
may temporarily decrease. In such cases, remove the...

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14 ª Proper Care and Handling of the Batteries
If you mishandle the batteries, leakage, generation of heat and fire or 
explosion may occur. Observe the following cautions;
 Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or subject the battery to any extreme 
mechanical abuse.
 Do not heat or throw into the fire.
 Do not allow the battery contacts to touch metal objects.
 Do not subject the battery, battery connectors, or the camera to any direct 
moisture, especially salt water. This can...

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15 ª Ni-MH Battery (Nickel Metal Hydride)
The battery charger should only be used with the Ni-MH batteries. Do 
not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Please be aware of 
the following issues;
 If any oxidation or foreign substance is found on the battery contacts, the battery 
may not be charged correctly. Battery contacts can be cleaned with a soft cloth or 
ink eraser.
 Newly purchased rechargeable batteries or those which have not been used for a 
long period of time may not...

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16 ª Available recording/playback time
Measured under the following conditions: 
 Shooting once every 30 seconds, flash every other shot.
 Measured using supplied SD Memory Card.
 Temperature: 77 F (25°C)/Humidity: 60%
 The times shown in the table are approximate times. The times may vary 
depending on the condition.
 Available recording/playback time varies depending on the batteries used.
BatteriesContinuous recording/playback time 
(recordable number)
Fully charged Panasonic Ni-MH...

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17
Inserting the Card
[Preparation]
 Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] 
and the lens is stored.
[Inserting the card]
1Slide the door in the direction of the 
arrow to open the Memory Card door.
2Insert the card all the way in until it 
clicks.
 Check the direction of the card.
 Do not touch the connection terminals on 
the back side of the card.
3Slide the door in the direction of the 
arrow to
 close the Memory Card door.
[Removing the card]
4Slide in the direction of the arrow...

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18 ª Access to the card
When the card is being accessed, the 
flash/access indicator 1 and card 
access indication 2 lights.
When the flash/access indicator 1 and 
the card access indication 2 lights;
 Do not turn off the camera.
 Do not remove the batteries or pull out 
the card.
 Do not remove the AC adaptor 
(optional, DMW-AC1)
The card and the card contents may be 
destroyed and the camera may not 
operate normally.
As there is a risk that the data on the 
card may be damaged or erased...

Preparation
19
Turning Power on/off
1Set the power switch to [ON].
 The Status indicator 1 lights.
2Set the power switch to [OFF].
 When the power switch is turned on, do not hold the lens cover. If the lens cover 
does not open, [SYSTEM ERROR] is displayed. Turn the power switch off and on.
 Do not apply pressure to the lens when the lens tube comes out.
ª Status Indicator A
Lights:
 When turning the Power switch to [ON].
Blinks:
 While the focus is being adjusted or the 
focus is not properly...

Preparation
20
Attaching the Strap
1Pass the top of the strap through the 
strap eyelet 1.
2Pass the opposite side of the strap 
through its ring shaped part.
3Pull the strap.
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