Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gf3c Gf3k Gf3 Basic Owners Manual

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∫Lens
 30 Lens surface
31 Focus ring
32 Contact point
33 Lens fitting mark
34 Tele
35 Wide
36 Zoom ring H-H014
(LUMIX G 14 mm/F2.5 ASPH.) H-FS014042
(LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 
ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
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This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.Note
•
If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, 
please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some 
liquid crystal protection sheets may  impair visibility or operability.)
•If a commercially available protection sheet is used,  a little extra 
pressure may be required if you notice that the touch panel is not 
responsive.
•Avoid having the hand holding the camera accidently apply 
pressure to the...

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About the Lens
∫Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with 
the Micro Four Thirds System  lens mount specification 
(Micro Four Thirds mount).
∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
Lens with the Four Thirds  mount specification can be 
used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
∫ Leica mount specification lens
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When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R;  
optional), you can use Leica M...

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Changing the Lens
By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your 
enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure.
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Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust.
While pressing on the lens release button  A, rotate 
the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then 
remove.
Align the lens fitting marks  B (red marks) and then rotate the lens in the 
direction of the arrow until it...

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Note
•Do not insert your fingers into the mount when the lens and body cap 
are removed from the camera body.
•To prevent dust or debris from adhering to internal parts of the 
camera body, fit the body cap or a lens to the mount on the camera 
body.
•To prevent scratching of the contact points, fit the lens rear cap to the 
lens when it is unattached or fit the lens to the camera body.
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector 
(optional) to protect the lens...

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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
•We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from 
dropping.
Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder 
strap eyelet on the camera body.
A: Shoulder strap eyelet
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the 
ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass 
it through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the 
hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of the shoulder 
strap and then...

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Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLE9PP.
•
Use the dedicated charger and battery.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
∫  About the [CHARGE] indicator
On: It will light up while charging.
Off: It will turn off when it completes the charging normally.
•
When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery...

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∫Charging time
•
The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging 
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a 
long time may be longer than normal.
∫ Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the screen.
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The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status 
indicator...

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∫Recording motion pictures
–[AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH])
–[MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality set to [HD])
•These times are for an ambient temperature of 23 oC (73.4oF) and a humidity of 50%RH. 
Please be aware that these times are approximate.
•Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as 
switching the power supply [ON]/[OFF], starting/stopping recording etc.
•Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION...

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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 
(DMW-BLE9PP).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the battery 
orientation, insert all the way until you 
hear a locking sound and then check that 
it is locked...