Panasonic Digital Camera DMC F3 User Manual

Basic Operating Instructions  
Digital Camera  
Model No.  
DMC-F3  
DMC-F4  
Before use, please read these instructions completely.  
Please also refer to Operating  
Instructions (PDF format)  
recorded on the CD-ROM  
containing the Operating Instructions  
(supplied).  
You can learn about advanced operation methods  
and check the Troubleshooting.  
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.  
VQT2R92  
EB  
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Dear Customer,  
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this  
Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions  
carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the  
actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera  
may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these  
Operating Instructions.  
Carefully observe copyright laws.  
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast  
material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright  
laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be  
restricted.  
Information for Your Safety  
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT  
DAMAGE,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING  
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH  
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.  
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE  
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.  
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.  
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IMPORTANT  
Caution for AC mains lead  
For your safety, please read the following  
text carefully.  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured  
in accordance with the following code:  
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.  
This appliance is supplied with a moulded As these colours may not correspond with  
the coloured markings identifying the  
three pin mains plug for your safety and  
convenience.  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be  
connected to the terminal which is marked  
with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.  
The wire which is coloured Brown must be  
connected to the terminal which is marked  
with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.  
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.  
Should the fuse need to be replaced  
please ensure that the replacement fuse  
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is  
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.  
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI  
mark on the body of the fuse.  
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER  
WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL  
WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER  
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR  
COLOURED GREEN OR  
If the plug contains a removable fuse  
cover you must ensure that it is refitted  
when the fuse is replaced.  
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must  
not be used until a replacement cover is  
obtained.  
GREEN/YELLOW.  
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-  
KEEP DRY.  
A replacement fuse cover can be  
purchased from your local dealer.  
Before use  
Remove the connector cover.  
CAUTION!  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS  
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET  
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE  
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND  
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED  
OF SAFELY.  
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE  
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF  
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-  
AMPERE SOCKET.  
How to replace the fuse  
The location of the fuse differ according to  
the type of AC mains plug (figures A and  
B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and  
follow the instructions below.  
Illustrations may differ from actual AC  
mains plug.  
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.  
Figure A  
Figure B  
Fuse cover  
If a new plug is to be fitted please  
observe the wiring code as stated below.  
If in any doubt please consult a qualified  
electrician.  
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach  
the fuse cover.  
Figure A  
Figure B  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
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About the battery pack  
CAUTION  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with  
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose  
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Do not heat or expose to flame.  
Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a  
long period of time with doors and windows closed.  
Warning  
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC  
or incinerate.  
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About the battery charger  
CAUTION!  
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN  
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS  
WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE  
HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY  
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.  
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH  
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.  
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED  
CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.  
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY  
MANNER.  
The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord  
is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is  
connected to an electrical outlet.  
Cautions for Use  
Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional).  
When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.  
Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.  
Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.  
Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic  
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).  
If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the  
camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.  
Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise  
adversely affecting the pictures and sound.  
Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong  
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.  
Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely  
affect the camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.  
If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops  
functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect  
AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC  
adaptor and turn the camera on.  
Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.  
If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures  
and sound may be adversely affected.  
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment  
and used Batteries  
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or  
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and  
electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with  
general household waste.  
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old  
products and used batteries, please take them to applicable  
collection points, in accordance with your national  
legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.  
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you  
will help to save valuable resources and prevent any  
potential negative effects on human health and the  
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate  
waste handling.  
For more information about collection and recycling of old  
products and batteries, please contact your local  
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale  
where you purchased the items.  
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this  
waste, in accordance with national legislation.  
For business users in the European Union  
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment,  
please contact your dealer or supplier for further  
information.  
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the  
European Union]  
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you  
wish to discard these items, please contact your local  
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of  
disposal.  
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol  
examples):  
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical  
symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by  
the Directive for the chemical involved.  
Cd  
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Contents  
Information for Your Safety ...........................................................................2  
Accessories...................................................................................................8  
Names of the Components .........................................................................10  
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................12  
About the Built-in Memory/the Card............................................................14  
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.............................15  
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).....................................................................16  
• Changing the clock setting....................................................................16  
Setting the Menu.........................................................................................17  
Selecting the [REC] Mode...........................................................................18  
Taking pictures using the automatic function ( : Auto Scene Mode) .......19  
Scene detection ....................................................................................20  
Motion Picture Mode ...................................................................................21  
Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])...................................................22  
Deleting Pictures.........................................................................................22  
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format).......................................23  
Specifications..............................................................................................25  
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Accessories  
Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.  
Product numbers correct as of January 2010. These may be subject to change.  
1
Battery Pack  
1
2
(Indicated as battery pack or  
battery in the text)  
Charge the battery before use.  
Battery Charger  
(Indicated as battery charger or  
charger in the text)  
AC Mains Lead  
USB Connection Cable  
AV Cable  
CD-ROM  
Software:  
2
CGA-S/106C  
VU6450808883  
VU6451024237  
DE-A60A  
3
4
3
4
5
6
VU6451023810  
Use it to install the software to your  
PC.  
Operating Instructions  
Hand Strap  
5
7
6
7
8
Battery Case  
VFF0622  
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card  
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated  
as card in the text.  
8
The card is optional.  
You can record or play back pictures  
on the built-in memory when you are  
not using a card.  
Consult the dealer or your nearest  
Service Centre if you lose the supplied  
accessories. (You can purchase the  
accessories separately.)  
VFC4297  
VGQ0D56  
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Sales and Support Information  
Customer Care Centre  
For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852  
For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333  
Visit our website for product information  
E-mail: [email protected]  
Technical Support for AV Software  
For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869  
For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333  
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK  
For customers: 0844 844 3856  
Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence  
by phoning our Customer Care Centre MondayThursday 9.00 a.m. 5.30 p.m.,  
Friday 9.30 a.m.5.30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)  
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at  
Most major credit and debit cards accepted.  
All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by  
Panasonic UK Ltd.  
It couldn’t be simpler!  
Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished  
products, take a browse on our website for further details.  
Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee?  
Optional Accessories  
Battery Pack  
DMW-BCF10E  
DC Coupler  
DMW-DCC4E  
AC Adaptor  
DMW-AC5EB  
¢
SDXC Memory Card  
64 GB: RP-SDW64GE1K  
48 GB: RP-SDW48GE1K  
SDHC Memory Card  
32 GB: RP-SDW32GE1K/RP-SDP32GE1K  
24 GB: RP-SDP24GE1K  
16 GB: RP-SDW16GE1K/RP-SDP16GE1K  
8 GB: RP-SDW08GE1K/RP-SDP08GE1K/RP-SDR08GE1A  
4 GB: RP-SDW04GE1K/RP-SDP04GE1K/RP-SDR04GE1A  
SD Memory Card  
2 GB: RP-SDP02GE1K/RP-SDR02GE1A  
¢
Ensure that the AC adaptor and DC coupler are purchased in a set. Do not  
use if sold separately.  
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.  
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Names of the Components  
1
2
3
Flash  
Lens  
Self-timer indicator  
AF assist lamp  
Microphone  
1
2
9
3
4
4
5
6
7
8
9
LCD monitor  
5
1011  
[MENU/SET] button  
[DISPLAY] button  
[Q.MENU]/Delete button  
[MODE] button  
10 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch  
6 7 8  
11 Cursor buttons  
A: 3/Exposure compensation  
B: 4/Macro Mode  
C: 2/Self-timer button  
D: 1/Flash setting button  
In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown  
in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.  
e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button  
or  
Press 4  
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12 Camera ON/OFF switch  
13 Zoom lever  
14 Shutter button  
12 13  
14  
15 Hand strap eyelet  
15  
16  
Be sure to attach the hand strap when  
using the camera to ensure that you will  
not drop it.  
16 Lens barrel  
17 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket  
17  
18 Speaker  
18 19  
20  
19 Tripod receptacle  
When you use a tripod, make sure the  
tripod is stable when the camera is  
attached to it.  
22 21  
20 Card/Battery door  
21 Release lever  
22 DC coupler cover  
When using an AC adaptor, ensure that  
the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4;  
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E;  
optional) are used.  
We recommend you use a battery with  
sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor  
when recording motion pictures.  
If while recording motion pictures using the  
AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off  
due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor  
is disconnected etc., the motion picture  
being recorded will not be recorded.  
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Charging the Battery  
About batteries that you can use with this unit  
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries (DMW-BCF10E) can be  
used with this unit.  
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar  
to the genuine product are made available to 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 would recommend that a genuine  
Panasonic battery pack is used.  
Use the dedicated charger and battery.  
The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used  
safely. The dedicated battery [the supplied battery or DMW-BCF10E  
(optional)] support this function. The only batteries suitable for use with  
this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by  
other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not  
support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way  
guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been  
manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic  
products.  
Charging  
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery  
before use.  
Charge the battery with the charger indoors.  
Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF).  
(The battery temperature should also be the same.)  
Attach the battery paying  
attention to the direction of the  
battery.  
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Connect the AC mains lead.  
Charging starts when the [CHARGE]  
indicator A lights green.  
Charging is properly complete when  
the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off.  
Detach the battery after charging is completed.  
Charging time  
Supplied battery  
Approx. 100 min  
Optional battery  
Approx. 130 min  
Charging time  
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures  
Supplied battery  
740 mAh  
Optional battery  
940 mAh  
Capacity of the  
battery  
Number of recordable  
pictures  
Approx. 220 pictures  
Approx. 260 pictures  
Recording time  
Playback time  
Approx. 110 min  
Approx. 270 min  
Approx. 130 min  
Approx. 340 min  
Recording conditions by CIPA standard  
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].  
Normal Picture Mode  
Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.  
Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).  
Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.  
Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.  
Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.  
Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature  
of the battery decreases.  
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About the Built-in Memory/the Card  
Built-in Memory  
Memory size: Approx. 40 MB  
The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the card  
being used becomes full.  
The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for  
a card.  
Card  
The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this  
unit.  
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)  
Type of card which can  
Remarks  
be used with this unit  
SD Memory Card (8 MB SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards  
to 2 GB)  
can be used only in equipment that is compatible  
with their respective formats.  
Check that the PC and other equipment are  
compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards.  
SDXC.html  
SDHC Memory Card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
SDXC Memory Card  
(48 GB to 64 GB)  
Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD  
video standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards.  
Only cards bearing the SDXC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD  
video standards) may be used as 48 GB to 64 GB cards.  
¢
Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or higher when recording  
motion pictures.  
¢ SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.  
Please confirm the latest information on the following website.  
(This Site is English only.)  
Note  
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.  
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Inserting and Removing the Card  
(optional)/the Battery  
Check that this unit is turned off.  
We recommend using a Panasonic card.  
Slide the release lever in the  
direction of the arrow and open  
the card/battery door.  
Always use genuine Panasonic  
batteries (CGA-S/106C; supplied or  
DMW-BCF10E; optional).  
If you use other batteries, we cannot  
guarantee the quality of this product.  
Battery: Insert until it is locked by  
the lever A being careful about  
the direction you insert it. Pull the  
lever A in the direction of the  
arrow to remove the battery.  
Card: Push it fully until it clicks  
being careful about the direction  
you insert it. To remove the card,  
push the card until it clicks, then  
pull the card out upright.  
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.  
The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.  
1:Close the card/battery door.  
2:Slide the release lever in the  
direction of the arrow.  
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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)  
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.  
OFF  
ON  
Turn the camera on.  
A [MENU/SET] button  
B Cursor buttons  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Press 2/1 to select the items (year,  
month, day, hour, minute, display  
sequence or time display format),  
and press 3/4 to set.  
: Cancel without setting the clock.  
Press [MENU/SET] to set.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Press [] to return to the settings screen.  
Changing the clock setting  
Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1.  
It can be changed in steps 3, 4 and 5 to set the clock.  
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Setting the Menu  
This section describes how to select the Normal Picture Mode settings, and the  
same setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well.  
Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Normal Picture Mode  
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.  
Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE], and then  
press 1.  
Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it  
may be displayed in a different way.  
Press 3/4 to select [š] and then press  
[MENU/SET] to set.  
Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.  
Switching to other menus  
e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu  
1
2
3
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.  
Press 2.  
Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon  
[
].  
4
Press 1.  
Select a menu item next and set it.  
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Selecting the [REC] Mode  
Turn the camera on.  
OFF  
ON  
A [MENU/SET] button  
B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch  
C [MODE] button  
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK]  
selector switch to [!].  
Press [MODE].  
Press 3/4 to select the mode.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
List of [REC] Modes  
Auto Scene Mode  
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the  
camera.  
!
Normal Picture Mode  
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.  
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Scene Mode  
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.  
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Motion Picture Mode  
This mode allows you to record motion pictures with audio.  
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[REC] Mode:  
Taking pictures using the automatic  
function ( : Auto Scene Mode)  
The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the  
recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who  
want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.  
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK]  
selector switch to [!], and then  
press [MODE].  
Press 3/4 to select [AUTO SCENE  
MODE], and then press [MENU/  
SET].  
Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms  
still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.  
1
Press the shutter button A halfway  
to focus.  
The focus indication 1(green) lights when  
the subject is focused.  
The AF area 2is displayed around the  
subject’s face by the Face Detection function.  
In other cases, it is displayed at the point on  
2
the subject which is in focus.  
The focus range is 20 cm (0.66 feet) (Wide)/  
70 cm (2.30 feet) (Tele) to .  
Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take  
the picture.  
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Scene detection  
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned  
is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red.  
>
[i-PORTRAIT]  
[i-SCENERY]  
[i-MACRO]  
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT]  
[i-NIGHT SCENERY]  
Only when [  
] is selected  
[ ] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are  
set.  
When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face,  
and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection)  
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[REC] Mode: n  
Motion Picture Mode  
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and  
then press [MODE].  
Press 3/4 to select [MOTION PICTURE], and then press  
[MENU/SET].  
A
B
Press the shutter button halfway to  
focus and then press it fully to start  
recording.  
A Audio recording  
The available recording time B is displayed  
on the top right and the elapsed recording  
time C is displayed on the bottom right of  
the screen.  
C
After pressing the shutter button fully,  
release it straight away.  
When the subject is focused, the focus indication lights.  
The focus and zoom are fixed to the setting when recording starts (the  
first frame).  
The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the built-in microphone  
on this unit. (Motion pictures cannot be recorded without audio.)  
Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.  
If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording,  
the camera stops recording automatically.  
Note  
Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 15 minutes. Also,  
continuous recording exceeding 2 GB is not possible. (Example: [8m 20s] with  
[
])  
Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen.  
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[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸  
Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])  
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK]  
selector switch A to [(].  
Press 2/1 to select the picture.  
After selecting the Motion picture, press 3  
to start playback.  
[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸  
Deleting Pictures  
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.  
Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be  
deleted.  
Select the picture to be deleted, and  
then press [].  
A [] button  
Press 2 to select [YES] and then  
press [MENU/SET].  
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Others  
Reading the Operating Instructions  
(PDF format)  
You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating  
instructions and want to progress to advanced operations.  
You want to check the Troubleshooting.  
In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded  
on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).  
For Windows  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Operating Instructions (supplied).  
Click the [Operating  
Instructions].  
Select the desired language  
and then click [Operating  
Instructions] to install.  
A To return to the install menu.  
Double click the “Operating  
Instructions” shortcut icon on  
the desktop.  
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When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open  
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to  
browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).  
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click B and  
then follow the messages on the screen to install.  
(Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP2 or SP3/Windows Vista  
SP1 or SP2/Windows 7)  
You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with  
your OS from the following Web Site.  
To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format)  
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.  
When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the  
[Show the contents of this folder] to display them.  
For Macintosh  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Operating Instructions (supplied).  
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy  
the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder.  
Double click the PDF file to open it.  
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Specifications  
Digital Camera:  
Information for your safety  
Power Source:  
DC 5.1 V  
Power  
Consumption:  
1.4 W (When recording)  
0.6 W (When playing back)  
Camera effective  
pixels  
:
12,100,000 pixels  
Image sensor:  
1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,700,000 pixels,  
Primary colour filter  
Lens:  
Optical 4kzoom, fl5 mm to 20 mm (35 mm film  
camera equivalent: 28 mm to 112 mm)/F2.8 to F6.2  
Max. 4k  
Digital zoom:  
Extra optical zoom:  
Focus range:  
Max. 7.8k  
Normal: 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/70 cm (2.30 feet)  
(Tele) to ¶  
Macro/Auto Scene:  
20 cm (0.66 feet) (Wide)/70 cm (2.30 feet) (Tele) to ¶  
Scene Mode: There may be differences in the above  
settings.  
Shutter system:  
Burst recording  
Burst speed:  
Number of  
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter  
Approx. 1 picture/second  
recordable  
pictures:  
Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in memory/  
card.  
Hi-speed burst  
Burst speed:  
Approx. 6 pictures/second  
[3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the  
picture size.]  
Number of  
recordable pictures:Max. 20 pictures  
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Shutter speed:  
8 seconds to 1/1000th of a second  
[STARRY SKY] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds,  
60 seconds  
Programme AE  
Exposure (AE):  
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)  
Multiple  
2.7q TFT LCD  
Metering mode:  
LCD monitor:  
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)  
Flash:  
Flash range: [  
]
Approx. 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 7.1 m (23.2 feet) (Wide)  
Monaural  
Monaural  
Microphone:  
Speaker:  
Recording media:  
Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB)/SD Memory Card/SDHC  
Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card  
Recording file format  
Still Picture:  
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,  
based on “Exif 2.21” standard)/DPOF corresponding  
“QuickTime Motion JPEG” (motion pictures with audio)  
Motion pictures:  
Interface  
Digital:  
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)  
¢
Data from the PC can not be written to the camera  
using the USB connection cable.  
Analogue video/  
audio:  
NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu),  
Audio line output (monaural)  
Terminal  
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin)  
Dimensions:  
Approx. 95.9 mm (W)k53.9 mm (H)k22.0 mm (D)  
[3.8q (W)k2.1q(H)k0.9q (D)]  
(excluding the projecting parts)  
Approx. 132 g/0.29 lb (with card and battery)  
Mass:  
Approx. 110 g/0.24 lb (excluding card and battery)  
Operating  
temperature:  
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)  
Operating humidity: 10% to 80%  
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Battery Charger  
(Panasonic  
DE-A60A):  
Information for your safety  
Input:  
110 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A  
4.2 V 0.65 A (Battery charging)  
Output:  
Battery Pack  
(lithium-ion)  
(Panasonic  
CGA-S/106C):  
Information for your safety  
3.6 V/740 mAh  
Voltage/capacity:  
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SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license  
therefrom.  
Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with  
permission from Microsoft Corporation.  
Other names, company names, and product names printed in these  
instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies  
concerned.  
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Panasonic Corporation  
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)  
Panasonic Testing Centre  
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH  
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany  
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