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)
AF Tracking  (P42, 109)
C :  2/Self-timer button  (P63)
D :1/Flash setting button  (P56)
In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the 
figure below or described with  3/4 /2/ 1.
e.g.: When you press the  4 (down) button
orPress 4213
4512
6897
10
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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)
•
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 the camera is 
attached to it.
22 Card/Battery door  (P19)
23 Release lever  (P8, 19)
1413
171615
20
19
18
2221
23 
						

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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.
•
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 charger indoors.•Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC. (The battery temperature should 
also be the same.)
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.
Attach the battery with 
attention to the direction of the 
battery. 
						

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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 malfunction.
•The battery will be exhaus ted if left for a long period of time after being charged.•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. (The battery has characteristics that will reduce its operating duration and cause the 
battery to swell up.)
•When the operating time of the camera become s extremely short even after properly charging 
the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new battery. 
•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. 
						

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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.]
•
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
•
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].•Temperature: 23 oC/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢
•Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).•Using the supplied battery.•Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer 
function is set to [AUTO].)
•Recording once every 30 seconds  with full flash every second recording.•Sliding the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.•Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery 
decreases.
¢ The number of recordable pictures decreases in Auto Power LCD mode and Power LCD 
mode.
 (P31)
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. [e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable 
pictures decreases to about 85.]
About the Battery (charging/number of recordable pictures)
Number of recordable  pictures Approx. 340 pictures
By CIPA standard in normal picture mode
Recording time Approx. 170 min 
						

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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
•
The battery may swell and its operating time may become shorter as the number of times it is 
charged increases. For long term battery use, we recommend you do not frequently charge the 
battery before it is exhausted.
•There may be a residual image on the LCD monitor  when used in low temperature, such as 
at the ski resort . Also, performance of the battery may temporary degrade, resulting to shorter 
usage time, less number of pictures, etc. In such cases, it is recommended to purchase spare 
batteries.
Playback time Approx. 300 min
Charging timeApprox. 130 min maximum 
						

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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 the lever A in the 
direction of the arrow to remove the 
battery.
Card: Push it fully until it clicks being 
careful about the direction you insert it. 
To remove the card, push the card until it 
clicks, then pull the card out upright.
B : Do not touch the connection terminals of the 
card.
•
The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.
Close the card/battery door until it clicks.
•If the card/battery door cannot be completely 
closed, remove the card, check its direction and 
then insert it again.
•Confirm that the red part on the release lever is not 
showing. 
						

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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 longer operate normally and the card itself 
may be damaged or the recorded pictures may be lost.)
∫ About the card/battery door.
If you turn on the power with the card/battery door open, a warning sound will go off in 
order to avoid immersion and the message shown below will appear on the LCD monitor.  
(P178)
The camera cannot be operated when the card/battery door is open. (Only the ON/OFF 
button can be operated) Close it securely so no foreign object is clamped.
•
Messages are not displayed when the terminal cover is opened. Also, the camera can be 
operated, but close the cover securely so no foreign object is clamped before using the 
camera.
If there is any foreign object, remove it with attached brush.
BATTERY COVER OPEN CHECK THAT NO SAND,
HAIR, OR OTHER OBJECTS
ARE ON THE DOOR SEAL.