Panasonic Lumix Dc-gh5 Operating Instructions

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Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Body
Model No. DC-GH5LDC-GH5
DVQX1052ZA
F0217HN0...

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market 
today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your fam ily years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial n umber is on the tag located on 
the underside of your camera. Be sure to  retain this manual as your convenient camera 
information source.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items...

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∫Product identification marking
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES  ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim its for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmf ul interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
∫About the battery pack
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
Certification and Compliance
See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific t o that device.
1Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.2Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.3Press 3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and press [MENU/SET].
Contains FCC...

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∫About the battery charger
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied  one.
• Use a “High Speed HDMI cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work .
“High Speed HDMI cable” (Type A–Type A plug, up to 1.5 m (4.9 fee t) long)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL 1: optional).
• Do not use the headphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
• Do not use the synchro cables with the...

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• Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC12: 
optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. 
• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemical s.
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the cam era for a long period of 
time.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety..........................2
Preparation/Basic
Care of the camera .....................................8
Standard Accessories .................................9
About cards that can be used with 
this unit ......................................................10
About the Lens .......................................... 11
Quick Start Guide ......................................12
Names and Functions of Components ......18
Basic Operations...

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Care of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.• The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you:
– Drop or hit the camera.
– Press hard on the lens or the monitor.
∫ Splash Proof
Splash Proof is a term used to describe an extra level of protection this camera offers 
against exposure to a minimal am ount of moisture, water or dust. Splash Proof...

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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of February 2017. These may be subje ct to 
change.
Digital Camera Body
(This is referred to as  camera body in this owner’s manual.)
¢1 This is referred to as  lens in this owner’s 
manual.
¢ 2 The interchangeable lens (H-ES12060) 
included in DC-GH5L is dust- and splash-proof.
¢ 3 This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of pu rchase.
¢...

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• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the 
text.
• The card is optional.
• Description in this owner’s manual is based on the interchange able lens (H-ES12060).
• If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop .panasonic.com/support
 for further 
information about obtaining replacement parts.
About cards that can be used with this unit
∫ Recording of motion pictures/6K photos/4K photos and speed class ratings...