Charging the battery Use the dedicated charger and battery. The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). Position the battery contacts to meet the charger, then insert the battery into the charger Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards. Plug the charger into the AC power Charging light ([CHARGE]) On: Charging in progress (approx. 155 min. if fully depleted) Off: Charging complete If light is flashing: Charging may take longer than normal if battery temperature is too high or too low (charging may not be completed). Battery/charger connector is dirty.
Clean with a dry cloth. The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. You cannot charge the battery of this unit using a USB connection cable. About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BMB9PP. 12 VQT5B60 (ENG)