Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gf1c Gf1k Gf1 Operating Instructions

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OthersUsing an external flash (optional)
After attaching the external flash, the effective range will be increased when compared to 
the camera’s built in flash.
Preparations: 
 Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash.
 Remove the hot shoe cover that is attached to the camera.
∫ Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL220; optional)
Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe  A 
and then turn on the camera and the dedicated 
flash.
 Be sure to firmly secure to the dedicated flash with the lock 
ring  B.
Select [FLASH] on the [REC] mode menu. (P28)
Press  3/4 to select the mode and then press 
[MENU/SET].
 While the external flash is connected, the following icons are 
displayed.
Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.
∫ When using other commercially available external flashes without 
communication functions with the camera (DMC-GF1)
It is necessary to set the exposure on the external flash. If you want to use the external flash in 
Auto Mode, use an external flash that allows you to set the aperture value and the ISO 
sensitivity to match the settings on the camera.
 Set to Aperture-Priority AE mode or Manual Exposure mode on the camera and then set the 
same aperture value and ISO sensitivity on the external flash. (The exposure cannot be 
compensated adequately due to the change on the aperture value in Shutter-Priority AE mode 
and the external flash cannot control the light adequately in Program AE mode because the 
aperture value cannot be fixed.)
NoteYou can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even 
when attaching the external flash.
 Some commercial external flashes have synchro terminals with high-voltage or reversed 
polarity. Using such extra flashes may cause a malfunction or the camera may not operate 
normally.
: External flash Forced ON
: External flash Slow sync.
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If you use commercially available external flashes with communication functions other than the 
dedicated one, they may not operate normally or they may be damaged. Do not use them.
 Even if the external flash is turned off, the camera may enter the external flash mode when the 
external flash is attached. When you are not using the external flash, detach it.
 When attaching the external flash, the built-in flash cannot be activated.
 Do not open the built-in flash when an external flash is attached.
 The camera will become unstable when attaching the external flash, it is recommended to use 
a tripod when taking picture.
 Turn off the camera when removing the external flash.
 Detach the external flash when carrying the camera.
 When attaching the external flash, do not hold only the external flash because it may detach 
from the camera.
 If you use the external flash when the white balance is set to [ ] finely adjust the white 
balance depending on the picture quality. (P79)
 If you take pictures close to the subject in Wide, the vignetting effect may appear on the bottom 
of the recorded picture.
 Read the operating instructions of the external flash for details.
Using the Protector/Filter (optional)
The MC protector (optional) is a transparent fi lter which affects neither the colors nor the 
amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens.
The ND filter (optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to 
adjusting the aperture value 3 increments) without affecting the color balance.
PL filter (optional) will suppress the reflected  light from a metal or non spherical surfaces 
(flat non-metallic surfaces, water vapour or invisible particles in the air), making it possible 
to take a picture with enhanced contrast.
Attach the filter.
Note Do not attach multiple filters at the same time.
 If the filter is tightened too much, you may not be able to remove it. Do not tighten it too much.
 If the filter is dropped, it may be destroyed. Be careful not to drop it when attaching it to the 
camera.
 Be careful not to get a fingerprint, dirt, etc., on the filter when it is attached, otherwise the focus 
may be adjusted to the lens, resulting in the subject being out of focus.
 You can attach the lens cap or the lens hood when the filter is attached. A
MC protector
B ND filter
C PL filter
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Refer to the instructions for each filter for details.
 MCu“Multi-coated”
NDu“Neutral Density”
 It is recommended to use the MC protector (DMW-LMC46; optional), the ND filter 
(DMW-LND46; optional), or the PL filter (DMW-LPL46; optional) with the 20 mm/F1.7  lens 
included in DMC-GF1C.
 It is recommended to use the MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional), the ND filter 
(DMW-LND52; optional), or the PL filter (DMW-LPL52; optional) with the 14-45 mm/F3.5 - 5 . 6  
lens included in DMC-GF1K.
 If you have difficulty attaching or removing the PL filter (DMW-LPL46; optional) on the 20 mm/
F1.7 interchangeable lens included in the DMC-GF1C, we recommend that you attach or 
remove the filter with the camera power turned on and the Focus Mode set to [MF].
 Accessories other than filters, such as conversion lenses, cannot be mounted. It may cause 
malfunction.
Using the Remote Shutter (optional)
If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; op tional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) 
when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with 
[B] (Bulb) or Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the 
camera.
Firmly connect the remote shutter to 
the [REMOTE] socket on the camera as 
far as it will go.
Take a picture.
1 Press the button lightly to press halfway.
2 Press the button fully to take the picture. 
(Press it as far as it will go.)
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∫About [LOCK] on the remote shutter
You can keep the shutter button pressed fully. This is 
effective when taking pictures with Burst Mode (P66) or 
in [B] (Bulb) (P86).
 While pressing the shutter button fully, slide it to the 
[LOCK] side.
 Slide it to the other side to cancel [LOCK].
NoteDo not use any other remote shutters except DMW-RSL1 (optional).
 You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases.
– When the power save mode is canceled
 Record with Motion Picture P Mode (P104) when using for motion picture recording. Motion 
picture recording can be started/stopped with the remote shutter.
Using the AC Adaptor
You can use the camera without worrying about  battery discharge when it is connected to 
a PC or a printer if you use the DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional) to connect the camera to 
the battery charger/AC adaptor and connect the AC cable.
 Check that the camera is turned off.
 Close the flash.
Connect the AC cable.
Connect the DC cable A.
 Pull open the DC cable cover 1 and then 
connect the DC cable to the camera body using 
the same steps as “Inserting and Removing the 
Card (optional)/the Battery” (P24). Pull the DC 
cable through the opening as shown in the 
illustration and then close the battery door  2.
 Be careful not to catch the DC cable  
(DMW-DCC3; optional) when closing the battery 
door.
 You cannot charge the battery if you connect the 
DC cable.
NoteDo not use any other AC cables except the supplied one.
 Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional). If 
you use other DC cables, it may cause a malfunction.
 The camera becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
 Disconnect the charger/AC adaptor and DC cable when the camera is not in use.
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It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion 
pictures.
 If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor the power supply is cut off due to a 
power cut or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not 
be recorded.
 The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is 
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
Screen Display/ optional external viewfinder
The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (LCD 
monitor style) in the LCD monitor/optional external viewfinder.
∫ In recording
Recording in Program AE mode [ ] (Initial setting)
1 Flash mode (P59)
2 Film mode (P81)
3 Optical Image Stabilizer
¢ 1 (P117)/ : 
Jitter alert (P47)
4 : Burst (P66) : Auto Bracket (P68)
: Self-timer (P70)
5 REC MODE (P100)/Recording quality  (P100)
6 Picture size (P115)
7 Quality (P116)
8 LCD mode
¢ 2 (P33)
9 Intelligent Exposure (P119)
10 Battery indication (P22)
11 Card (P25) (displayed only during recording)
12 Recording state (Flashes red.)/ Focus (P47) (Lights green.)
13 AF area (P47, 71)
14 Dial operation guide (P128)/ Elapsed recording time (P99)
15 Number of recordable pictures
¢ 3 (P184)
16 White balance (P77)
17 ISO sensitivity (P80)
18 Exposure compensation value (P 65)/Manual exposure assistance (P85)
19 Shutter speed (P47)
20 Aperture value (P47)
21 Recording mode
22 Metering mode (P119)
23 AF mode (P71)
24 Focus mode (P46)
25 Exposure meter (P125)
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∫In recording (after settings)
26 Flash output adjustment (P63)
27 2nd curtain synchro (P64)
28 Audio recording (P122)
29 Extended Optical Zoom (P49, 120)
30 Histogram (P58)
31 Travel date (P111)
AF tracking operation (P43, 72)
32 Available recording time¢3 (P99):
33White Balance Fine Adjustment (P79)
34White Balance Bracket (P79)
35 My Color Mode adjustment (P93)
36 Current date and time/ “: Travel 
destination setting
¢ 2, 4 (P113)
37 Custom settings (P95)
38 Program Shift (P48)
39 AE lock (P75)
40 Face Recognition (P105)
41 AF lock (P75)
42 Age
¢2, 5 (P91)
Location¢2, 4 ( P 111 )
43 Name¢2, 5 (P92)
Number of days that have passed since the 
departure date
¢2, 4 ( P 111 )
44 Self-timer¢ 6 (P70)
45 Spot metering target (P119)
46 Optional external viewfinder
¢ 7 (P159)
47 Digital zoom (P49, 120)
48 WIND CUT (P103)
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1 Only available when a lens that supports the 
Stabilizer function is attached
¢2Only displayed in the LCD monitor.¢ 3 It is possible to switch the display between the 
number of recordable pictures and available 
recording time with the [REMAINING DISP.] 
setting in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu.
It will display [9999 i] when the number of 
recordable pictures exceeds 10000.
¢4 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the 
camera is turned on, after setting the clock and 
after switching from Playback mode to 
Recording mode.
¢5 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when this unit is turned on in [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] 
in Scene mode.
¢ 6 This is displayed during countdown.
¢7 Only available when an optional external 
viewfinder is installed.
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∫In playback
1 Playback mode (P50)
2 Film Mode (P81)
3 Protected picture (P143)
4 Number of prints (P142)
5 REC MODE (P100)/Recording quality  (P100)
6 Picture size (P115)
7 Quality (P116)
8 LCD mode (P33)
9 Battery indication (P22)
10 Picture number/Total pictures
11 Elapsed playback time (P129):
12 Motion picture recording time  (P129):
13 Favorites settings (P134)
14 Recording information
¢ 8
15 Age (P91)
16 Name (P91)/Location (P111)/Title (P135)
17 Number of days that have passed since the 
departure date (P111)
18 Audio playback (P130) : Motion picture playback (P129)
19 Stamped with text indication (P136)
20 Favorites (P134) Cable disconnection warning icon (P155)
21 Recorded date and time/Travel destination  setting (P113)
22 Folder/File number
¢ 8 (P154)
23 Color space¢ 9 (P122)
24 Histogram (P58)
¢
8 This is not displayed for motion pictures 
recorded in [AVCHD Lite].
¢9 This is not displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite]/[MOTION JPEG].
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Cautions for Use
Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it.Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may 
cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
 Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and be damaged.
 We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to 
protect your camera.
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. 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.
Always use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the 
cords and the cables supplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
 Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.
Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from 
the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth.
When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, 
and then with a dry cloth.
 Wipe off any dirt or dust on the zoom ring and the focus ring with a dry, dustless cloth.
 Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the 
camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
 When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions.
Optimal use of the camera
Cleaning
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∫About dirt on the image sensor
This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera 
body when changing lenses. Depending on the recording conditions, dirt on the image 
sensor may appear on the recorded picture.
Do not change lenses where there is a lot of dust, and always attach the body cap when a 
lens is not attached to the camera, so that dirt or dust does not get inside the camera body. 
Remove any dirt on the body cap before attaching it.
Removing dirt on the image sensor
The image sensor is very prec ise and delicate, so be sure to observe the following when 
you do have to clean it yourself.
 Blow off the dust on the surface of the image sensor with a commercially available blower 
brush. Be careful not to blow too strongly.
 Do not put the blower brush furt her inside than the lens mount.
 Do not let the blower brush touch the image sensor as the image sensor may get scratched.
 Do not use any objects except a blower brush to clean the image sensor.
 If you cannot remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or your nearest Service 
Center.
 Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD 
monitor and it may malfunction.
 If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor/Optional external 
viewfinder will be slightly darker  than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal 
brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases.
Dust reduction function
This unit has a dust reduction function that  will blow off the debris and dust that have 
affixed to the front of the imaging device.  This function will function automatically when 
the camera is turned on, but if you see dust, perform the [SENSOR CLEANING] 
(P128) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu.
About the LCD monitor/Optional external viewfinder
Extremely high precision tec hnology is employed to produc e the LCD monitor/Optional 
external viewfinder screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue 
or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor/Optional external 
viewfinder screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the 
pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on a card.
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Do not press the lens with excessive force.
 Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it 
to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
 When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints,  etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may 
be affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking 
pictures.
 Do not place the lens mount facing downwards. Do not allow the lens mount contacts  1 to 
become dirty.
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes 
from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to 
the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, 
the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Always remove the battery after use.
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the 
terminals are damaged.
 Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera.
Bring charged spare batteries when going out.Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature conditions 
such as at a ski resort.
 When you travel, do not forget to bring the  battery charger (supplied) and the AC cable 
(supplied) so that you can charge the battery in the country that you are traveling in.
Dispose of unusable battery. The battery has a limited life.
 Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.
 The unusable battery should be discarded in ac cordance with battery recycling laws. Call the 
RBRC hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins etc.).
 This can cause short circuiting or heat generation and you may be badly burned if you touch a 
battery.
 If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. 
 Keep the charger 1 m (3.28 feet) or more away from radios.
 The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction.
 After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. (A very 
small amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.)
 Keep the terminals of the charger and battery clean.
About the Lens
Battery
Charger
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