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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT3 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

DMC-FT3
Model No.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this camera are
contained in "Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF
format)" in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on
your PC to read it.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
VQT3L33
EB

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT3L33...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    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.

  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

     IMPORTANT Caution for AC mains lead The wires in this mains lead are coloured For your safety, please read the following in accordance with the following code: text carefully. 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...

  • Page 4: About The Battery Pack

    ∫ 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. •...

  • Page 5: Cautions For Use

    • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15; optional). Part numbers: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
  • Page 6 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ................2 Accessories....................8 When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) ........ 10 (Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera ......11 Names of the Components ................. 16 Charging the Battery ................... 18 •...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    “ Please be sure to read (Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and ” Anti-shock Performance of the Camera (P11) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in. Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2011.

  • Page 9: Optional Accessories

    SD Memory Card 2 GB: RP-SDN02GE1A ¢ The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

  • Page 10: When Inner Side Of The Lens Is Fogged (Condensation)

    • Contact Panasonic’s Service Centre if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when the...

  • Page 11: (Important) About The Waterproof/Dustproof And Anti-Shock Performance Of The Camera

    5 devices) Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4.0 feet) to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plyboard.
  • Page 12 Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.

  • Page 13: Check Before Using Underwater

    The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Centre for related costs and other information.

  • Page 14: Using The Camera Underwater

    Using the camera underwater • Use the camera underwater at a depth of up to 12 m (40 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF to 104 °F). • Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung). •...
  • Page 15 Drain water by holding the camera upside down and shaking it lightly a few times. • After using the camera at the seaside or under water, or after washing it, water will remain at the speaker site of the camera for a while and it may cause lower sound or sound distortion.

  • Page 16: Names Of The Components

    Names of the Components Flash Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp/LED light Lens LCD monitor Speaker Zoom button Playback button [MODE] button [MENU/SET] button 10 [Q.MENU]/Delete/Cancel button [DISP.] button 11 10 12 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation Auto Bracket B: 4/Macro Mode MENU /SET AF Tracking...
  • Page 17 When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC mains lead supplied with the AC adaptor.

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery

    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.

  • Page 19: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Normal Picture Mode • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)

  • Page 20: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    Memory Card compatible equipment. • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/ SDXC.html • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.

  • Page 21: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Check that this unit is turned off. • Confirm that there is no foreign object. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 1:Slide the [LOCK] switch B, and release the lock. 2:Slide the release lever A and open the side door.

  • Page 22: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the [OFF/ON] button. • [Precautions] is displayed. Be sure to check this so that you can maintain the waterproof performance. [Please set the clock] is displayed by selecting [No] before it starts or by pressing [MENU/SET] after viewing the last screen (12/12).

  • Page 23: Changing The Clock Setting

    Press [MENU/SET] to set. • A setting screen for automatic clock correction is displayed. Select [Yes] to automatically correct the clock, and then press [MENU/SET]. • [GPS Setting] will be set to [ON], and the clock is automatically corrected to the current time. Press [MENU/SET] in the message display screen.

  • Page 24: Selecting The [Rec] Mode

    Selecting the [Rec] Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the mode. Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of [Rec] Modes Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode ¦ The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Sports Mode Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc.

  • Page 25: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function ( Ñ : Intelligent Auto Mode)

    ñ [Rec] Mode: Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function : Intelligent Auto Mode) ñ 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.

  • Page 26: Recording Motion Pictures

    ñ· ¿ [Rec] Mode: Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures that are compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in monaural. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.

  • Page 27: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    ¸ [Playback] Mode: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. • Normal Playback is displayed automatically when the power is turned on by pressing and holding the [ ( ] button. Press 2 or 1. • After selecting the motion picture, press 3 to start playback.

  • Page 28: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select menu and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. • It will switch to next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by pressing the zoom button) •...

  • Page 29: Taking 3D Pictures (3D Photo Mode)

    [Rec] mode: Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode) Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will playback in 2D).

  • Page 30: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
  • Page 31 OS from the following website. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ 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.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.4 W (When recording) 0.7 W (When playing back) Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,500,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens Optical 4.6kzoom, fl4.9 mm to 22.8 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 128 mm)/F3.3 (Wide) to...
  • Page 33 Hi-speed burst Burst speed Approx. 10 pictures/second (Speed priority) Approx. 7 pictures/second (Image priority) 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9), 2.5M (1:1) is selected as the picture size. Number of When using the built-in memory: recordable Approx. 15 pictures (immediately after formatting) pictures When using a Card: Max.
  • Page 34 Terminal [AV OUT/ Dedicated jack (8 pin) DIGITAL] [HDMI] MicroHDMI TypeD Dimensions Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k64 mm (H)k26.5 mm (D) (excluding the [4.07q(W)k2.52q(H)k1.04q(D)] projecting parts) Mass Approx. 197 g/0.434 lb (with card and battery) Approx. 175 g/0.386 lb (excluding card and battery) ¢...
  • Page 35 5 devices) • Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4.0 feet) to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plyboard.
  • Page 36 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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