Panasonic Lumix DMC FH3 User Manual

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[REC] Mode: n
Motion Picture Mode
Note
•Motion pictures can be recorded continuously up to 2 GB.
The maximum available recording time for up to 2 GB only is displayed on the 
screen.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [ !], and 
then press [MODE].
Press  3/4 to select [MOTION PICTURE], and then press 
[MENU/SET].
Press the shutter button halfway to 
focus and then press it fully to start 
recording.
A Audio recording•The available recording time  B is displayed 
on the top right and the elapsed recording 
time C is displayed on the bottom right of 
the screen.
•After pressing the shutter button fully, release it straight away.•When the subject is focused, the focus indication lights.•The focus and zoom are fixed to the setting when recording starts (the 
first frame).
•The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the built-in microphone 
on this unit. (Motion pictures cannot be recorded without audio.)
Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.
•If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording, 
the camera stops recording automatically.
C
B
A
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[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸
Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])
[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸
Deleting Pictures
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.•Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be 
deleted.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] 
selector switch A
 to [(].
Press  2/1 to select the picture.
•After selecting the motion picture, press 3 
to start playback
Select the picture to be deleted, and 
then press [ ‚].
A [‚ ] button
Press  2 to select [YES] and then 
press [MENU/SET].
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Reading the Operating Instructions 
(PDF format)
•You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating 
instructions and want to progress to advanced operations.
•You want to check the Troubleshooting.
In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded 
on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
∫ For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the 
Operating Instructions (supplied).
Click the [Operating 
Instructions].
Select the desired language 
and then click [Operating 
Instructions] to install.
A To return to the install menu.
Double click the “Operating 
Instructions” shortcut icon on 
the desktop.
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∫When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not openYou will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to 
browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click  B and 
then follow the messages on the screen to install.
(Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP2 or SP3/Windows Vista 
SP1 or SP2/Windows 7)
•You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with 
your OS from the following Web Site.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions
∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format)Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.•When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the 
[Show the contents of this folder] to display them.
∫For Macintosh
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the 
Operating Instructions (supplied).
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy 
the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder.
Double click the PDF file to open it.
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Specifications
Digital Camera:Information for your safety
Power Source: DC 5.1 V
Power 
Consumption: 1.1 W (When recording) (DMC-FH20)
1.0 W (When recording) (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
0.6 W (When playing back)
Camera effective 
pixels:14,100,000 pixels (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
12,100,000 pixels (DMC-FH1)
Image sensor: 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels, 
Primary color filter (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
1/2.33 q CCD, total pixel number 12,700,000 pixels, 
Primary color filter (DMC-FH1)
Lens: Optical 8kzoom, f l5 mm to 40 mm (35 mm film camera 
equivalent: 28 mm to 224 mm)/F3.3 to F5.9 (DMC-FH20)
Optical 5 kzoom, f l5 mm to 25 mm (35 mm film camera 
equivalent: 28 mm to 140 mm)/F2.8 to F6.9 (DMC-FH3/
DMC-FH1)
Digital zoom: Max. 4k
Extended optical 
zoom: Max. 16.9k (DMC-FH20)/Max. 10.5 k (DMC-FH3)/
Max. 9.8 k (DMC-FH1)
Focus range: Normal:
50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/2 m (6.56 feet) (Tele) to ¶ 
(DMC-FH20)
50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶  
(DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
Macro/Intelligent auto:
5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to  ¶
Scene Mode: There may be differences in the above 
settings.
Shutter system:
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutterBurst recording
Burst speed: Approx. 1.5 pictures/second (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
Approx. 1.8 pictures/second (DMC-FH1)
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Number of 
recordable 
pictures:Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in memory/
card.
Hi-speed burst Burst speed: Approx. 4.6 pictures/second (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
Approx. 5.5 pictures/second (DMC-FH1)
[3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the 
picture size.]
Number of 
recordable 
pictures: When using the built-in memory:
Approx. 15 pictures (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
Approx. 10 pictures (DMC-FH1)
(immediately after formatting)
When using a Card: Max. 100 pictures (differs depending 
on the type of Card and the recording conditions)
Shutter speed: 8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second
[STARRY SKY] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 
60 seconds
Exposure (AE):
Program AE
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step,  j2 EV to  i2 EV)
Metering mode: Multiple
LCD monitor: 2.7q TFT LCD
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Flash: Flash range: [ ]
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 5.8 m (19.0 feet) (Wide) 
(DMC-FH20)
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 6.8 m (22.3 feet) (Wide) 
(DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
Microphone: Monaural
Speaker: Monaural
Recording media: Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB)/SD Memory Card/SDHC 
Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card
Recording file format Still Picture: JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, 
based on “Exif 2.21” standard)/DPOF corresponding
Motion pictures: “QuickTime Motion JPEG” (motion pictures with audio)
In terface Digital: “USB 2.0” (Full Speed)
Analog video/
audio: NTSC
Audio line output (monaural)
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Te r m i n a l[AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions: Approx. 100.0 mm (W)k56.5 mm (H) k27.8 mm (D)
[3.9 q
(W)k2.3q(H)k1.1q(D)] (DMC-FH20)/
Approx. 98.4 mm (W) k55.2 mm (H) k24.0 mm (D)
[3.87 q
(W)k2.17 q(H)k0.94 q(D)] (DMC-FH3)/
Approx. 98.4 mm (W) k55.2 mm (H) k23.4 mm (D)
[3.87 q
(W)k2.17 q(H)k0.92 q(D)] (DMC-FH1)
(excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (Weight): Approx. 160g/0.35 lb (DMC-FH20)/Approx. 147 g/0.32 lb 
(DMC-FH3)/Approx. 145 g/0.32 lb (DMC-FH1) (with card 
and battery)
Approx. 138 g/
0. 30 lb (DMC-FH20)/Approx. 125 g/0.27 lb 
(DMC-FH3)/Approx. 123 g/0. 27 lb (DMC-FH1) (excluding 
card and battery)
Operating 
temperature:
0oC to 40oC (32 oF to 104 oF)Operating humidity: 10% to 80%
Language select: [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]
Battery Charger
(Panasonic 
DE-A59B): Information for your safety
Input: 110V to 240V 50/60Hz, 0.2A
Output: 4.2 V 0.65 A (Battery charging)
Equipment mobility: Movable
Battery Pack 
(lithium-ion)
(Panasonic 
CGA-S/106B): Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/740 mAh
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Digital Camera Accessory System
Product numbers correct as of January 2010. These may be subject to 
change.
¢Ensure that the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) and DC coupler 
(DMW-DCC4; optional) are purchased as a set. Do not use if sold separately.
• NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. 
Consult your local dealer.
Class 10  64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10  48 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10  32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  2 GB SD Memory Card
Class 2  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2  2 GB SD Memory Card
DMW-AC5PP
DMW-BCF10PP
DMW-DCC4 DC Coupler
Battery Pack
Accessory# Description
Illustration 
AC Adaptor
RP-SDW64GU1K
RP-SDW48GU1K
RP-SDW32GU1K
RP-SDW16GU1K
RP-SDW08GU1K
RP-SDW04GU1K
RP-SDP16GU1K
RP-SDP08GU1K
RP-SDP04GU1K
RP-SDP02GU1K
RP-SDR08GU1A
RP-SDR04GU1A
RP-SDR02GU1A
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  OR 
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms. First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day ( )
Night ()
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)     
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISA                          
MasterCard         
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each Description Total Price 
6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
Total Enclosed 
1. Digital Camera Model #   
Discover          
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera ProductsLimited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) 
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the 
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which 
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) 
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a 
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The 
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the 
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty 
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and 
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and 
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the 
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. Product or Part Name
PartsLabor
Digital Still Camera 1 year1 year
CCD 6 months 90 days
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Pack (defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable
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