Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gx85 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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•You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large 
capacity card.
•When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is recorded continuously, the camera 
may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait u ntil the camera cools down.
•Depending on the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality] of a motion picture, the speed class rating 
required for the card differs. Use a card that meets the rating . (“About motion picture/4K photo 
recording and speed class ratings
” on  P28 )
•This phenomenon occurs when the camera is trying to record with  highly accurate focus at a 
reduced Auto Focus speed, and is not a malfunction. 
•With recording in a quiet environment, depending on the lenses  used, the sound of aperture 
and focus actions may be recorded in motion pictures.
Focus operation can be set to [OFF]  in [Continuous AF]  (P170).
•While recording motion pictures,  plugging the aperture of the microphone with a finger may 
reduce the level of audio recording or audio may not record at  all. Also be careful because the 
operation sound of lenses can easily be recorded at this time.
•Use of [Silent Operation] is recommended if you are concerned about operational sounds. 
(P90)
Motion pictures
Recording motion pictures is not possible.
Motion picture recording stops in the middle.
Sometimes it is difficult to focus with Auto Focus when recordi ng 4K motion 
pictures.
In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing sounds are re corded.
The recorded sound is very quiet.
An operation sound is recorded in a motion picture. 
						

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•The Optical Image Stabilizer function of the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032/H-FS35100) 
only works correctly with supported cameras.
> When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1/DMC-GH1/DMC-G1) a re used, 
[Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu cannot be set to [OFF].
It is recommended to update the firmware of the digital camera  at the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/
(This Site is English only.)
> When using this lens with another make of digital cameras, the  Optical Image Stabilizer 
function will not work.
(As of April 2016)
For details, contact the respective company.
•You can use Manual Focus with the interchangeable lens (H-FS12032) only if your model is 
compatible with the lens.
Refer to the support website below for details:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This Site is English only.)
•Is the flash closed? Open the flash.  (P156)•When the electronic shutter is used, the flash is not activated . (P199)
•When [Silent Mode]  is set to  [ON] , the flash is not activated.  (P210)
Lens
When the lens is attached to another digital camera, stabilizer  function cannot be 
turned off or stabilizer function does not work.
When the lens is attached to another digital camera, manual focus operation 
cannot be performed.
Flash
The flash is not activated. 
						

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•If no operations are performed during the set time period, [Auto LVF/Monitor Off] (P223) is 
activated, and the Monitor/Viewfinder turns off.
•When an object or your hand is positioned near the eye sensor,  the Monitor display may switch 
to the Viewfinder display.  (P41)
•This occurs due to the aperture of the lens changing when the s hutter button is pressed 
halfway, or when the brightness of the subject changes. This is  not a malfunction.
•It is only displayed on the monitor when the camera is connecte d to a PC or printer.
•Being a characteristic of the viewfinder of this unit, this phenomenon is not a problem. 
Recorded images are not affected.
•Is the card inserted?
•Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC?
If it is, it cannot be played back by this unit. > It is recommended to use the software “ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ”  (P296) to write pictures from 
PC to card.
•Has [Playback Mode] been set for playback? > Change to [Normal Play].  (P232)
•When Red-Eye Removal ([ ] or [ ]) is performed, red parts may be  corrected to black.
> It is recommended to take a pictures with the flash closed, Fla sh Mode set to [‰], or 
[Red-Eye Removal] set to [OFF].  (P200)
Monitor/Viewfinder
The Monitor/Viewfinder turns off although the camera is turned  on.
It may flicker for an instant or the brightness of the screen may change 
significantly for an instant.
Monitor and viewfinder do not switch when [LVF] is pressed.
The color tone of the viewfinder differs from the actual tone.
Playback
The picture is not played back.
There are no recorded pictures.
Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black. 
						

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∫General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection
•Use within the communication range of the device to be connecte d.•Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency 
operated nearby?
> Radio waves may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use t hem sufficiently away 
from the device.
•When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or 
the connection may be disrupted.
(A message such as [Communication error] is displayed.)
•If you place the camera on a metal table or shelf, the radio wa ves may be adversely affected. In 
such cases, you may not be able to establish a connection. Move  the camera away from the 
metal surface.
∫ About a wireless access point
•Check if the wireless access point to connect is in operating s tate.•Check the radio wave condition of the wireless access point.
> Move this unit closer to the wireless access point.
> Change the location and orientation of the wireless access poin t.
•It may not display even if the radio waves exist depending on the setting of the wireless access 
point. > Check the settings of the wireless access point.
> When the network SSID of the wirel ess access point is set not to broadcast, the wireless 
access point may not be detected. Enter the network SSID to sta rt the connection (P284) or 
enable the SSID broadcast of the wireless access point.
•From the Wi-Fi setting menu on the smartphone, turn off and then on the Wi-Fi function.
•Some OS versions, including Windows 8, use two types of account s: a local account and a 
Microsoft account. 
Be sure to use the user name and password for the local account .
Wi-Fi function
A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established.
Radio waves get disconnected.
Wireless access point is not displayed.
This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone.
When I try to set up a Wi-Fi connection with a Windows 8 PC, my  user name and 
password are not recognized, so I cannot connect to the PC. 
						

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•The default workgroup name is set to “WORKGROUP”. If you changed the workgroup name, 
the PC will not be recognized.
In [Change Workgroup Name] in [PC Connection] of the [Wi-Fi Set up] menu, change the 
workgroup name to that of the PC you are connecting to.  (P288)
•Please confirm login name and password are correctly typed.
•When the system time of Mac computer or Windows PC connected to  a camera differs severely 
from that of the camera, the camera cannot be connected to the  computer or PC in some OSs.
> Please confirm [Clock Set] and [World Time] of the camera match es with time, date and 
time zone in Windows PC or Mac computer. When both settings do  not match severely, 
please match them.
•Confirm that the login information (login ID/user name/email ad dress/password) is correct.
•Is the size of the image too large?
> Reduce the image size at [Size]  (P268), and then send.
> Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide]  (P242).
•It may take longer time to transmit when distance to the wirele ss access point is far.
> Transmit closer to the wireless access point.
•File format of the motion picture that can be sent differs depe nding on the destination. (P265)
•Execute the [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu.  (P226)
However, all the information you have set on the [Wi-Fi Setup]  menu will be reset. (excluding 
[LUMIX CLUB] )
The PC is not recognized when I use a Wi-Fi connection. The cam era cannot be 
connected to PC via Wi-Fi connection.
Images cannot be transmitted to the web service.
It takes time to transmit an image to the web service.
Transmission of the image fails midway. Some images cannot be t ransmitted.
I have forgotten the password for the Wi-Fi. 
						

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•Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? (P292)
> Set the TV input to external input mode.
•Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [ON]?  (P225)
> Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device.
> Turn this unit off and on.
•Set to [PC] in [USB Mode].  (P223, 298)
•Turn this unit off and on.
•Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
•A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when co nnecting, but do not format.•If the [Access] displayed on the monitor does not disappear, disconnect the USB connection 
cable after turning this unit off.
•Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not suppor t PictBridge.
> Set to [PictBridge(PTP)] in [USB Mode].  (P223, 301)
•When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function before 
printing.
(For details, refer to the operating instructions for the print er.)
•When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo s tudio if the 16:9 pictures can be 
printed.
TV, PC and printer
The picture does not appear on the television.
VIERA Link does not work.
Cannot communicate with the PC.
The card is not recognized by the PC.
(SDXC memory card is used.)
The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer.
The ends of the pictures are cut at printing. 
						

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•Depending on the lens you attach, it may move inside and create a sound. This is not a 
malfunction.
•This is the noise of the Dust Reduction Function working  (P329); it is not a malfunction.
•It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when this  unit is turned on or off, and it is 
not a malfunction.
•The sound, which is caused by the automatic adjustment of the a perture, is heard when the 
brightness has changed due to, for example, zooming or the move ment of the camera. This is 
not a malfunction. 
•Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup] menu icon [ ] and then sele ct the [~] icon to set the 
desired language.  (P225)
•In dark places, the AF Assist Lamp  (P211) lights red to make it easier to focus on a subject.
•The surface of the camera and the reverse side of the monitor m ay become warm during use. 
This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera.
•If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be  reset.
> [Please set the clock] message  will be displayed; please reset  the clock. (P35)
Others
When I shake the camera, I hear a rattling sound from the attac hed lens.
The camera makes a noise when this unit is turned on.
There is a sound from lens unit.
An unreadable language was selected by mistake.
A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is presse d halfway.
The camera becomes warm.
The clock is reset. 
						

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Cautions for Use
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/o r sound on this unit may be 
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may resu lt in noise adversely affecting 
the pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by  strong magnetic fields 
created by speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit,  disturbing the pictures and/or 
sound.
•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment  and stops functioning properly, 
turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adap tor (supplied)/AC adaptor 
(optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor a nd turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage li nes.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, th e recorded pictures and/or sound 
may be adversely affected.
Always use the supplied cords and cables.
If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables s upplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
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If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the c amera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the came ra for a long period 
of time.
Keep objects sensitive to magnetic fields (credit cards, etc.)  away from the camera. 
Otherwise, magnetic fields may damage their data and make them  unusable.
Optimal use of the camera 
						

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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or 
disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft 
cloth.
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When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping th e dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, 
and then with a dry 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 coati ng may peel off.
•When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying  instructions.
∫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.
To prevent debris or dust adhering to internal parts of the bod y, avoid changing the lens in 
a dusty environment and always fit the body cap or a lens when  storing the camera. 
Remove any dirt on the body cap before attaching it.
Removing dirt on the image sensor
The image sensor is very precise and delicate, so be sure to ob serve the following when 
you do have to clean it yourself.
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Blow off the dust on the surface of the im age sensor with a commercially available blower 
brush. Be careful not to blow too strongly.
•Do not put the blower brush further 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 Panasonic.
Cleaning
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]  (P227) in the [Setup] menu. 
						

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∫For care of the viewfinder/Eyecup
•As the eye cup cannot be removed, blow away the dust on the vie wfinder surface with a blower 
(commercially available), gently wipe it with a dry and soft cl oth, and be careful not to remove it.
•If you wipe the eye cup too hard and it is removed, consult the dealer or Panasonic.
•Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors ma y appear on the monitor and it 
may malfunction.
•If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the M onitor/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.
•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 outsid e 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  A to become dirty.
About the Monitor/Viewfinder
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the  Monitor/
Viewfinder screen. However there may be some dark or bright spo ts (red, blue or 
green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. Though the Mon itor/Viewfinder 
screen parts are produced with highly controlled precision tech nology, some 
pixels may be inactive or always lit. The spots will not be rec orded on pictures 
on a card.
About the Lens