Panasonic Dmc Fh7 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FH7
VQT3P97
 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the inst ructions completely.
until 
2011/6/13 
						

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Contents
Before Use
Care of the camera ................................... 4
Standard Accessories ............................... 5
Names of the Components ....................... 6
How to Use the Touch Panel .................... 8
Preparation
Charging the Battery ................................. 9• Charging ............................................. 9
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .......... 11
Inserting and Removing the Card 
(optional)/the Battery ............................... 13
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ........ 15
• Approximate number of recordable pictures and 
available recording time .................... 17
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)................. 18
• Changing the Clock Setting .............. 19
Tips for taking good pictures ................... 20
• Fit the strap and hold the camera carefully.................. 20
• Preventing jitter (camera shake) ....... 20
Basic
Selecting the [Rec] Mode ........................ 21
Taking pictures using the automatic 
function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .............. 22
• Changing the settings ....................... 23
• Scene Detection ................................ 24
Taking pictures with your favorite 
settings (Normal Picture Mode)............... 25
Focusing.................................................. 26
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) .... 28
Motion Picture Mode ............................... 30
Playing Back Motion Pictures.................. 31
Deleting Pictures ..................................... 32
• To delete a single picture .................. 32
• To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures .............................. 33
Setting the Menu ..................................... 34
• Setting menu items ........................... 34
• Call up commonly used menus with ease (Shortcut setting) .............. 36
About the Setup Menu ............................ 37
Recording
About the LCD Monitor ............................42
Taking pictures 
using the touch operation 
(Touch Shutter function) ..........................43
Match the focusing and 
exposure to a desired subject using 
touch operations (Touch AF/AE) .............44
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ................45
• Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical zoom 
(EZ)/Using the Intelligent zoom/
Using the Digital Zoom......................45
• Zooming with touch operation ...........48
Taking pictures while changing the skin 
texture (Cosmetic Mode) .........................49
Taking pictures that match 
the scene being recorded 
(Scene Mode) ..........................................50
• Selecting Scene Mode for each recording (Scene Mode)...........50
• Registering frequently used  Scene Modes (My Scene Mode).......51
• [Portrait].............................................52
• [Transform] ........................................52
• [Self Portrait] .....................................53
• [Scenery] ...........................................53
• [Panorama Assist] .............................54
• [Sports] ..............................................55
• [Night Portrait] ...................................55
• [Night Scenery]..................................55
• [Food] ................................................56
• [Party] ................................................56
• [Candle Light] ....................................56
• [Baby1]/[Baby2] .................................57
• [Pet] ...................................................58
• [Sunset] .............................................58
• [High Sens.].......................................58
• [Hi-Speed Burst] ................................59
• [Flash Burst] ......................................60
• [Starry Sky]........................................60
• [Fireworks].........................................61
• [Beach] ..............................................61
• [Snow] ...............................................61
• [Aerial Photo].....................................61
• [Pin Hole]...........................................62
• [Film Grain]........................................62
• [High Dynamic] ..................................62
• [Photo Frame] ...................................63 
						

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Useful Functions at 
Travel Destinations ................................. 64• Recording which Day of the Vacation and the Location of the 
Vacation ([Travel Date]) .................... 64
• Recording Dates/Times at  Overseas Travel Destinations 
([World Time]) ................................... 66
Entering Text ........................................... 67
Using the [Rec] Mode Menu.................... 68
• [Flash] ............................................... 68
• [Selftimer] .......................................... 71
• [Picture Size] ..................................... 72
• [Rec Quality] ..................................... 73
• [Sensitivity] ........................................ 74
• [White Balance] ................................. 75
• [AF Mode] ......................................... 77
• [Macro Mode] .................................... 79
• [Exposure] ......................................... 80
• [i.Exposure] ....................................... 81
• [i.Resolution] ..................................... 81
• [Digital Zoom] .................................... 81
• [Burst]................................................ 82
• [Color Mode] ..................................... 83
• [AF Assist Lamp] ............................... 84
• [Red-Eye Removal] ........................... 84
• [Stabilizer] ......................................... 85
• [Date Stamp] ..................................... 85
• [Clock Set]......................................... 85
Playback/Editing
Various methods to play back ................. 86• [Slide Show] ...................................... 87
• [Filtering Play] ................................... 89
• [Calendar] ......................................... 90
Using the [Playback] Mode Menu ........... 91
• [Upload Set] ...................................... 91
• [Text Stamp]...................................... 93
• [Resize] ............................................. 95
• [Cropping] ......................................... 96
• [Favorite] ........................................... 97
• [Print Set] .......................................... 98
• [Protect]........................................... 100
• [Copy].............................................. 101
Having fun
Having Fun with Recorded Pictures ...... 102• [Beauty Retouch] ............................ 103
• [Image Stamp] ................................. 105
Connecting to other equipment
Connecting to a PC ...............................106• Using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy to a PC ...................................109
• Uploading the images to  sharing sites ....................................109
Printing the Pictures ..............................110
• Selecting a single picture and printing it .........................................111
• Selecting multiple pictures and  printing them ...................................111
• Print Settings ...................................112
Playing Back Pictures on 
a TV Screen ..........................................115
• Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) ...................115
• Playing back pictures on a TV with  an SD Memory Card slot.................116
Others
Screen Display ......................................117
Cautions for Use....................................120
Message Display ...................................125
Troubleshooting.....................................127 
						

							Before Use
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Before UseCare of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
•The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in 
following conditions. 
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.
–Drop or hit the camera.–Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully 
insert it into a full or tight bag, etc.
–Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the 
camera.
–Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water, 
sand, etc.
•
Liquids, sand and other foreign material may get into the space 
around the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may 
not just cause malfunctions, but it may become unrepairable.
–Places with a lot of sand or dust.–Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as 
when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.
∫About Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor 
is fogged up)
•
Condensation occurs when the am bient temperature or humidity 
changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens or LCD 
monitor stains, fungus and camera malfunction.
•If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of 
the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature. 
						

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Before Use
Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
•
The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera 
was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual.
•Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery  in the text.•Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger  or charger in the text.•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as  card in the 
text.
•The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a 
card.
•If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s 
parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX 
(1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 
						

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Names of the Components
1 Self-timer indicator (P71)
AF Assist Lamp  (P84)
2Flash  (P68)
3 Lens  (P4, 121)
4 Touch panel/LCD monitor  (P8, 42,  117)
5 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when using 
the camera to ensure that you will not 
drop it.
6 Lens barrel
7 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket  (P106, 11 0 , 
115)
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Before Use
8 Camera ON/OFF switch (P18)
9 Zoom lever (P45)
10 Microphone
11 Shutter button (P22 , 25,  30)
12 Tripod receptacle
13 Card/Battery door  (P13, 14)
14 Speaker  (P37)
•
Do not cover the speaker with your 
fingers.
16 Release lever  (P13)
15 DC coupler cover (P14)
•When using an AC adaptor, ensure that 
the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and 
AC adaptor (optional) are used. For 
connection details, refer to  P14.
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How to Use the Touch Panel
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.)
•Apply a little extra pressure when touching if you have a 
commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it is not 
responding well.
•Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding this 
unit is pressing on the touch panel.
•Do not press using anything with a sharp tip or anything hard, except for the supplied stylus 
pen.
•Do not operate with your fingernails.•Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.•Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and others.•For information about the icons displayed on the touch panel, refer to “Screen Display” on 
P117 .
∫About the Stylus pen
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed 
operation or if it is hard  to operate with your fingers.
•
Do not place it where small children can reach.•Do not place the stylus pen on the LCD monitor when storing. 
LCD monitor may break when the stylus pen is pressed 
strongly against the LCD monitor.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch panel.Drag
A movement without releasing the touch 
panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as selecting 
icons or images displayed on the touch 
panel.
•
It may not operate properly when multiple 
icons are touched simultaneously, so try to 
touch the center of the icon.
This is used when performing tasks such as 
moving to the next image by dragging 
horizontally, or changing the range of the 
displayed image.
This can also be used to perform tasks such 
as switching the screen by operating the 
slide bar. 
						

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Preparation
PreparationCharging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries can be used with this unit.
Refer to Basic Owner’s Manual about the accessory number of the available optional 
batteries in your area.
•
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.
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
Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of the 
battery.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•The [CHARGE] indicator  A lights up 
and charging begins.
plug-in type
inlet type 
						

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∫About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any 
problem. (Disconnect the charger from the elec trical socket and detach the battery after 
charging is completed.)
•
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.
∫ Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor.
•
The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. Recharge the 
battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.
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 becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
•The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not 
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully 
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
Supplied batteryOptional battery
Charging time Approx. 115 min Approx. 120 min