Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gh2h Gh2k Gh2 Operating Instructions

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Attach the lens cap.
Press the lens release button D while 
turning the lens as far as possible in the 
direction of the arrow to detach it.
•Always attach the body cap to the camera body so 
that dirt or dust does not get inside.
•Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact 
point does not get scratched.
Note
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the 
lens surface when carrying. (P171)
In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens 
hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the lens supplied in 
DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K
Insert the lens hood into the lens 
with the short sides at the top and 
bottom, and turn in the direction 
of the arrow until it stops.
A Fitting to the mark.
Note
•
When temporarily detaching and carrying the lens hood supplied 
with the DMC-GH2H/DMC-GH2K, atta ch the lens hood to the lens 
in the reverse direction.
Detaching a lens from the camera body
Attaching the Lens Hood
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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 check 
that it will not come out.
•Perform steps 1 to 4 and then attach 
the other side of the shoulder strap.
Note
•Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder.–Do not wrap the strap around your neck.–It may result in injury or accident.•Do not leave the shoulder strap where an infant can reach it.–It may result in an accident by mistakenly wrapping around the neck.
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Preparing the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLC12PP.
•
Use the dedicated charger and battery.•The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely.  The 
dedicated battery (DMW-BLC12PP) supports 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.
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
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.
Charging the Battery
Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of the 
battery.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•Disconnect the charger from the 
electrical socket and detach the battery 
after charging is completed.
90°
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∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
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When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
∫ 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.
Note
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the 
resulting heat generated.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge le ft, but it is not 
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully 
charged. (Since characteri stic swelling may occur.)
•Check that this unit is turned off.
Slide the release lever in the direction of 
the arrow and open the battery door.
•Always use genuine Panasonic batteries 
(DMW-BLC12PP).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Being careful about the battery 
orientation, insert all the way until you 
hear a locking sound and then check that 
it is locked by lever A. Pull the lever A in 
the direction of the arrow to remove the 
battery.
Close the battery door, and slide the 
release lever.
The [CHARGE] 
indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging will start.
The [CHARGE] 
indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator 
A of the charger will turn off once the 
charging has completed without any problem.
Charging time Approx. 140 min
Inserting /Removing the Battery
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Note
•Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).•The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.•Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has g one off 
completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer  operate normally and the card itself may be 
damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)
•The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment.•The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
∫ Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the screen.
[It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; 
optional) connected.]
•
The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status 
indicator also blinks) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the LCD monitor) 
(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)
∫ Recording still pictures (when using the viewfinder) 
(By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode)
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 320 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 160 min
When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 165 min
When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 165 min
When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 340 pictures
Recording timeApprox. 170 min
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Recording conditions by CIPA standard
•CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].•Temperature: 23oC (73.4oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.•Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (2 GB).•Using the supplied battery.•Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.•Recording once every 30 seconds  with full flash every second recording.•Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery 
decreases.
The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. 
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures 
decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the 
number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number 
of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]
∫Recording motion pictures (when using the LCD monitor)
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[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 JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum 
recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.
When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
Continuous recordable time Approx. 110 min
Actual recordable timeApprox. 65 min
When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
Continuous recordable time Approx. 120 min
Actual recordable timeApprox. 70 min
When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
Continuous recordable time Approx. 120 min¢
Actual recordable timeApprox. 70 min¢
When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
Continuous recordable time Approx. 130 min¢
Actual recordable timeApprox. 75 min¢
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∫Playback (when using the LCD monitor)
Note
•
The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the 
environment and the operating conditions.
For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable 
pictures is reduced.
–In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes.–Using the [AUTO] of [LCD MODE] or [MODE1] of [LCD MODE] (P59).– When flash is used repeatedly.•When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging 
the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new battery.
When the 14 – 140 mm/F4.0 – 5.8 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H is used
Playback time Approx. 240 min
When the 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2K is used
Playback timeApprox. 250 min
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Preparing the Card (Optional)
•Check that this unit is turned off.•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
Slide the card door to open it.
Push it securely all the way until you hear a 
“click” while being careful about the direction 
in which you insert it. To remove the card, 
push the card until it clicks, then pull the card 
out upright.
A: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.
•
The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.
1: Close the card door.
2: Slide the card door to the end and then  close it firmly.
•If the card door cannot be completely closed, remove the 
card, check its direction and then insert it again.
Note
•Always turn the camera off before opening the card door.•Before removing the card, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off 
completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself may be 
damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)
Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)
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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.)
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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 th at the card conforms to SD video standards) 
may be used as 48 GB and 64 GB cards.
•Use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures in 
[AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or higher when recording 
motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG].
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SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
•Please confirm the latest information on the following website.http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/(This Site is English only.)
Access to the card
The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded 
on the card.
•
Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor 
(DMW-AC8PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being 
written, read or deleted, or the card is being formatted (P62)]. Furthermore, do not subject 
the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate 
normally.
If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.
Note
•Write-Protect switch A provided (When this switch is set to the [LOCK] position, 
no further data writing, deletion or formatting is possible. The ability to write, delete 
and format data is restored when the switch is returned to its original position.)
•The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static 
electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing 
important data on a PC etc.
•Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure 
proper operation. (P62)
•Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
About cards that can be used with this unit
Type of card which can be  used with this unitRemarks
SD Memory Card 
(8 MB to 2 GB)•SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card 
or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.
•SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC 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
SDHC Memory Card 
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card 
(48 GB, 64 GB)
e.g.:
2
A
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∫About the display of the number of recordable pictures and operating time
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Switching between the display of number of recordable 
pictures and operating time can be performed in the 
[REMAINING DISP.] (P133) in the [CUSTOM] menu.
A Number of recordable pictures
B Available recording time
∫Number of recordable pictures
•[9999 i] is displayed if there are more than 10000 pictures remaining.
Number of recordable pictures for more than 10000 can be checked in the LCD recording 
information display (P63).
•Aspect ratio [ X], Quality [ A]
•Aspect ratio [ X], Quality [ ]
∫Available recording time (when recording motion pictures)
•[AVCHD]
•[MOTION JPEG]
•The number of recordable pictures and operating time will increase or decrease in proportion to 
the capacity of the card. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.)
•Maximum time to record motion pictures cont inuously with [AVCHD] is 13 hours 3 minutes 
20 seconds. Screen will only display up to 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. However, the 
recording may stop before that depending on the remaining battery level. (P25)
•Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum 
recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. 
Approximate number of recordable pictures and operating time
Picture size2GB4GB16 GB64 GB
L (16M) 2204401830 7260
M (8M) 410810333013000
S (4M) 6801350 555021490
Picture size2GB4GB16 GB64 GB
L (16M) 70 135 560 2240
M (8M)81160 6602600
S (4M) 88 170 710 2820
Recording 
quality setting2GB4GB16 GB64 GB
24H 10 min 00 s 21 min 00 s 1 h 32 min 6 h 13 min
24L13 min 00 s 28 min 00 s 2 h 4 min 8 h 25 min
FSH 13 min 00 s 28 min 00 s 2 h 4 min 8 h 25 min
FH17 min 00 s 37 min 00 s 2 h 43 min 11 h 1 min
SH 13 min 00 s 28 min 00 s 2 h 4 min 8 h 25 min
H17 min 00 s 37 min 00 s 2 h 43 min 11 h 1 min
Recording 
quality setting2GB4GB16 GB64 GB
HD 7min 20s 15min 20s 1h 6min 4h 29min
WVGA 18 min 30 s 38 min 40 s 2 h 46 min 11 h 12 min
VGA19 min 10 s 40 min 10 s 2 h 52 min 11 h 39 min
QVGA 53 min 20 s 1 h 51 min 7 h 58 min 32 h 16 min
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