Panasonic Dmc Ft1 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before Use
Names of the Components
1Flash (P56)
2 Self-timer indicator  (P63)
AF assist lamp  (P116)/LED light  (P90)
3 Lens  (P172)
4 LCD monitor  (P54, 167)
5 Status indicator  (P20, 32 , 37)
6 Playback button  (P26)
7 [MENU/SET] button  (P24)
8 [DISPLAY] button  (P54)
9 [Q.MENU]  (P29)/Delete  (P52) button
10 Motion picture button  (P37)
11 Mode dial  (P37)
12 Cursor buttons A:3/Exposure compensation  (P64)/
Auto bracket  (P65)/White balance 
fine adjustment  (P105)
B :  4/Macro mode  (P61)
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13 Shutter button (P40)
14 Camera ON/OFF button  (P24)
15 Zoom lever  (P47)
16 Microphone  (P82, 11 5 , 144)
17 Speaker  (P129)
18 Hand strap eyelet  (P13)
19 [HDMI] socket  (P148, 150)
20 [AV/DIGITAL/MULTI] socket  (P21, 147, 
156,  161)
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When using an AC adaptor, ensure that 
the Panasonic multi conversion adaptor 
(optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are 
used. For connection details, refer to 
P21 .
21 Tripod receptacle
•When you use a tripod, make sure the 
tripod is stable wh en...

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Preparation
PreparationAttaching the hand strap
Run the hand strap into the hand strap 
eyelet on the camera.
Insert your hand following the arrow, then 
adjust the length.
Note
•Attach the hand strap correctly following the procedure.•The camera will sink in the water, so use it underwater with the strap around your wrist.
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PreparationCharging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCF10E.
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Use the dedicated charger and battery.•This unit has a function that can distinguish useable batteries. Exclusive batteries  are 
supported by this function. (Conventional batteries not supported by this function 
cannot be used)
•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the...

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Preparation
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•The AC cable does not fit entirely into 
the AC input terminal. A gap will remain 
as shown on the right.
•Charging starts when the [CHARGE] 
indicator A lights green.
•Charging is complete when the 
[CHARGE] indicator  A turns off (after 
approx. 130 min maximum).
plug-in type
inlet type
Detach the battery after 
charging is completed.
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∫When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
•The battery temperature is excessively high or low. The charging time will be longer than 
normal. Also, charging may not be completed.
•The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
Note
•Disconnect the charger from the power outlet after the charging is completed.•The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a...

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Preparation
∫Battery indication
The battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor.
[It does not appear when you use the camera  with the AC adaptor (optional) connected.]
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The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status 
indicator blinks when the LCD monitor turns off.) Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully 
charged battery.
∫ The battery life
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
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CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products...

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The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the 
operating conditions and storing condition of the battery.
∫ Charging
Charging time and  number of recordable pictures  with the optional battery pack are the 
same as above.
The charging time  will vary slightly depending on the status of the battery and the 
conditions in the charging environment.
When the charging has been completed successfully, the [CHARGE] indicator turns off.
Note
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The battery may...

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Preparation
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the 
Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.•Confirm that there is no foreign object. (P7)•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.•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Battery: Insert until it is locked by the 
lever A being careful about the direction 
you insert it. Pull...

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Note
•Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).•Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn off as the 
settings on the camera may not be stored properly.
•The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment.•Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has 
gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no...