Panasonic LUMIX DMC FT20 User Manual

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(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of 
the Camera
This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all 
conditions.
¢1 This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic.
¢2 “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test method standard of the U.S. Defense 
Department, which specifies performing drop tests from a height of...

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∫Handling of the camera
•Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or 
dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a 
Panasonic’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
•When the camera is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun 
screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
•Waterproof function of the camera is for sea water...

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1Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side door.ABrush (supplied)
B Side door
•If there is any foreign object, such as 
lint, hair, sand, etc., on the 
surrounding area, water will leak 
within a few seconds causing 
malfunction.
•Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there 
is any liquid.
It may cause water leaks and 
malfunction if you use the camera 
with liquid adhered.
•If there is any foreign material, 
remove with supplied brush.
•Be extremely careful to...

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•Use the camera underwater to 5 m (16 feet) with the water temperature between 0oC and 
40 oC (32 oF and 104 oF).
•Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung).•Do not use the camera at a depth of over 5 m (16 feet).•Do not use it in the hot water over 40 oC (104oF) (in the bath or hot spring).•Do not use the camera underwater longer than 60 minutes continuously.•Do not open or close the side door underwater.•Do not apply shock to the camera underwater. (Waterproof performance may not be...

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1Rinse with water with the side door closed.•After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in 
fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 
10 minutes or less.
•If the zoom button or camera [ON/OFF] button do not 
move smoothly, it may be caused by an adhesion of 
foreign objects. Using in such a state may cause 
malfunctions, such as locking up, so wash off any 
foreign objects by shaking the camera in fresh water.
•Bubbles may come out of the drainage hole when you 
immerse...

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2Drain water by holding the camera upside-down A and the right way up  B 
and shaking it lightly a few times.
•After using the camera at the beach or in water, or after washing it, water may remain 
around the speaker and microphone for a while and may cause a drop in volume or 
sound distortion.
•Fasten the strap firmly to prevent the camera from dropping.
3Wipe off water drops on the camera with a 
dry soft cloth and dry the camera in a 
shaded area which is well ventilated.
•Dry the...

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Names and Functions of Main Parts
1Flash
2 Motion picture button
3 Shutter button
4 Camera [ON/OFF] button
5 Microphone
6 Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
7Lens
8 LCD monitor
9 [MODE] button
10 Zoom button
11 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when 
using the camera to ensure that you 
will not drop it.
12 Release lever
13 [LOCK] switch 14 Side door
15 [
(] (Playback) button
16 [Q.MENU]/[ ] (Delete/Cancel) 
button
17 [DISPLAY] button
18 [MENU/SET] button
19 Cursor buttons
20...

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Charging the Battery
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 [10oC to 30oC (50oF to 86 oF)].
∫About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCK7E.
Attach the battery paying attention to the 
direction of the battery.
Connect the AC Mains Lead.
•
The [CHARGE] indicator  A lights up and charging 
begins.
∫ About...

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Inserting and Removing the Card 
(optional)/the Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.•Confirm that there is no foreign object.•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
1: Slide the [LOCK] switch  A, and 
release the lock.
2 : Slide the release lever  B and open the 
side door.
•
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries 
(DMW-BCK7E).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the battery 
orientation, insert all the way...

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Sequence of operations
Press camera [ON/OFF] button.
•
The clock is not set when the camera is 
shipped. Set the date and time before 
using the camera.
Press the shutter button halfway to 
focus and then press it fully to take 
the picture.
∫Selecting the Recording ModePress [MODE] to select the Recording Mode.
: Take pictures with automatic settings.
: Take pictures with your own settings.
: This mode is optimal for taking pictures of sporting events, etc.
: This mode is optimal for...