Panasonic DMC-FS12 User Manual

Basic

Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FS12

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,

please read the instructions completely.

Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).

You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting.

For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

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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 family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the below. The serial number 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, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

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Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or oth er p ublishe d or broadc ast mater ial f or pur poses other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Model No. Serial No.

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

•DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

•USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

•DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

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FCC Note:

DMC-FS12

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection agai nst harmful interference in a resi dential installation. This equipment gene rate s, uses, and can ra diate ra dio fr equenc y energy and, if not ins tall ed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television rece ptio n, w hich can be det ermi ned by tur ning the equi pmen t of f a nd on, th e user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation

instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when

connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conf or m ity

Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FS12 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way,

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

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Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

•Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.

•Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.

•Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

•Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not heat or expose to flame.

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•Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlig ht for a long period of

time with doors and windows closed.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60xC (140oF) or incinerate.

∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT I N A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

Battery charger

This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But

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In the U.S.A. and Canada, t he battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.

•When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to

suit the AC outlet configuration.

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∫ Ca utions for Use

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Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).

•Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optiona l).

•Do not use any other USB connect i on cables except the supplied one.

Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

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If you use the camera on top of or near a TV , the pictures and sound on the camer a ma y be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

•Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely

affecting the pic tures and sound.

•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by st rong magnetic fields

created by speakers or larg e motors.

•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the

camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

•If the camera is adversely af fected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning

properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.

Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

If you record near radio t ransmitt ers or hig h-volt age lines, t he record ed pictur es and sound may

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be adversely affected.

∫ Care of the camera

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Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.

The camera may malfunction, reco rding pic tures ma y become i mpos sible , or th e le ns, t he LCD monitor or the external cas e may be damaged.

•We strongly recommend you do no t leave t he camera in your trou sers poc ket

when you sit down or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag etc. Damage to the LCD monitor or personal injury may result.

•Do not attach any other items to the hand strap that’s included with your

camera. While being stored, that it em can rest against the LCD monitor and damage it.

•Be particular ly careful in the following places as they may cause this

unit to malfunction.

–Places with a lot of sand or dust. –Places where water can come into cont act with this uni t such as when us ing

it on a rainy day or on a beach.

•Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow

liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc.

•This camera is not waterproof. If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry

cloth to wipe the camera body carefully. If the unit does not operate nor mally, please co nt act the dea ler where you purchased th e camera or the repair service center.

∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)

Condensation occurs when th e ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of

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condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction.

•If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for abou t 2hours. The fog will

disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

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∫ About cards that can be used in this unit

You can use an SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card.

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When the term card is used in these operating ins tructions this refers to the following types of Memory Cards.

–SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) –SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)

More specific information about memory cards that can be used with this unit.

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You can only use an SDHC Memory Card if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.

•A 4 GB (or more) Memory Card without an SDHC logo is n ot base d on

the SD Standard and will not work in this product.

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.

(This Site is English only.)

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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

-If you see this symbolInformation on Dispos a l in other Countries out s ide the

European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

co.jp/pavc/global/cs

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Contents

Information for Your Safety.................................................................................................2

Standard Accessories.........................................................................................................8

Names of the Components............................................................................................. .. ..9

Charging the Battery........................................ .................................................... .............11

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery...................................................13

Setting Date/Time (Cl o ck Set).............. ........................................ ....................................14

• Changing the clock setting..........................................................................................14

Setting the Menu........ ..................................................... ..................................................15

• Setting menu items..................................................................... ......... .. .... .... .. ......... ..15

Selecting the [REC] Mode.............................................................. ..................................17

Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode).........................18

• Scene detection................................................................ .. .. .. .. .. ..... .. .. .. .. .. .. .... ..... .. .. ..19

Taking pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal picture mode).............................20

• Focusing.................. ..................................................... ..............................................20

Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) ........................................................................21

Deleting Pictures................... .................................................... ........................................22

• To delete a single pict u re.................................................... ........................................22

• To delete multiple pictures (up to 5 0 ) or all the p i ctures.............................. ...............22

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ............................................................23

Specifications....................................................................................................................24

Digital Camera Accessory Sy stem ............................................................ .......................28

Digital Camera Accessory Or d er Fo rm....................................... ......................................29

Request for Service Notice ...............................................................................................30

Limited Warranty...............................................................................................................31

Customer Services Directory............................................................................................33

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Standard Accessories

DMW-BCF10PP DE-A59B

VGQ0D56

VFC4297VFF0512

K1HA08AD0001

Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. 1Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery in the text) Charge the battery before use.

2 Battery Charger

(Indicated as charger in the text) 3 USB Connection Cable 4 CD-ROM

• Software: Use it to install the software to yo ur PC.

• Operating Instructions

5 Hand Strap 6Battery Case

• SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.

• The card is optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not usi n g a card.

• For information about optional access ories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”.

• If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

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Names of the Components

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114 109

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1Flash 2Lens 3 Self-timer indicator

AF assist lamp

4 LCD monitor 5 Status indicator 6 [MENU/SET] button 7 [DISPLAY] button 8 [Q.MENU]/Delete button 9 [MODE] b u t to n 10 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch

11 Cursor buttons

A: 3/Exposure compensation/ Auto bracket

B: 4/Macro mode C: 2/Self-timer button D: 1/Flash setting button

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

or Press 4

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12 Camera ON/OFF switch

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14 15 16 17

13 Zoom lever 14 Speaker 15 Microphone 16 Shutter button 17 Intelligent auto button

18 Hand strap eyelet

• Be sure to attach the hand strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.

19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

21 Tripod receptacle

• When you use a tripod, make s ur e the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it.

22 Card/Battery door 23 Release lever

24 DC coupler cover

• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are used.

• We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.

• If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor the power supply is cut off due to a power cut or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion pi cture being recorded will not be recorded.

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Charging the Battery

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∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCF10PP.

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.

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

• This unit has a function that can disti nguish useable batteries. Exclusive batteries (DMW-BCF10PP) 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 tempera ture between 10 oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF). (T he ba tt er y temperature should also be the same.)

Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery.

Connect the charger to the electrical outlet.

• Charging starts when the [CHARGE] indicator A lights green.

• Charging is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off (after approx. 130 min).

Detach the battery after charging is completed.

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