Panasonic DMC-FT10 Basic Operation Guide

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FT10

Before use, please read these instructions

completely.

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

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

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To prevent water entering the camera, please be sure to read ‘(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera’ (→6) and ‘Camera care and the waterproof performance’ (→8) before using the camera underwater.

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. 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.

• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

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

• DO NOT LET WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS DRIP OR SPLASH

INSIDE THE UNIT.

• DO NOT EXPOSE ACCESSORIES (BATTERY PACK, BATTERY

CHARGER, AC ADAPTOR, SD MEMORY CARD AND ETC.) TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THEM.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.

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

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Product identification marking

Product Location

Digital camera Bottom Battery charger Bottom

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About the battery pack

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.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C or incinerate.

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About the battery charger

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN 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.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH

NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED

CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

• The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

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Cautions for Use

• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.

• Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600.

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

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

• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G; 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 transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be adversely affected.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside 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.

Contents

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

Before use

(Important) About the waterproof/

dustproof and anti-shock

performance of the camera

Camera care and the waterproof

performance ................................8

Using the camera underwater .......... 8

Opening and closing the card/

battery door and terminal cover .......9

Causes of water entering the

camera ...........................................10

Cleaning the rubber seals ..............11

Care after using the camera at a

beach or in the sea or a river .........14

Standard accessories ..............16

Names of parts..........................18

Cursor button .................................19

Preparations

Charging the battery ................20

Inserting and removing the card

(optional)/the battery ................22

Picture save destination

(cards and built-in memory) ...........23

Setting the Clock ......................24

Setting the menu ......................25

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Basics

Taking pictures with

automatic settings

[INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode ....26

Selecting the Recording Mode

...28

Taking motion pictures

[MOTION PICTURE] Mode ........29

Viewing your pictures

[NORMAL PLAY] .......................30

Deleting pictures ......................30

Others

Reading the Operating

Instructions (PDF format) ........31

Specifications ...........................33

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(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera

• Observe the following precautions, and avoid using the camera in locations subject to high water pressure. The camera’s waterproof and dustproof performance complies with IPX8 and IP6X. Provided the usage and storage precautions in this document are strictly observed, the camera can record underwater in a depth up to 3 m, for a time up to 60 minutes.

• The camera complies with MIL-STD 810F (Method 516.5-Shock). The camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 1.5 m onto 3 cm thick plywood. In most cases, the camera should not sustain any damage if dropped from a height of 1.5 m or less. (→35)

• The supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding the hand strap and silicone jacket).

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This means that the camera can be used underwater for the

specified time and specified pressure, in accordance with the handling method described by Panasonic. This is not a guarantee of no breakdowns, no malfunctions, or complete waterproofing under all conditions.

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This is not a guarantee of no breakdowns, no malfunctions, or

complete waterproofing under all conditions.

Observe the precautions described in the following section ‘Handling the camera’. Avoid using the camera in water pressure that exceeds the guaranteed performance, or in environments with excessive dust or sand. The waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera is subjected to an impact, such as being hit or dropped. If the camera is subjected to an impact, it is recommended that you contact a Panasonic Service Centre to have the camera inspected (subject to a fee) for its waterproof performance. Any malfunction caused by the customer’s mishandling, such as water entering the camera, is not covered by the warranty.

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Handling the camera

• Do not leave the camera for a long time in a cold environment where the temperature is very low (such as a ski resort) or very high at 40 °C or higher (in particular locations such as under strong sunlight, inside a hot vehicle, near a heater, on a ship, or on a beach). (The waterproof performance will deteriorate.)

• The inside of the camera is not waterproof. Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover close to water by the sea, a lake or river, or with wet hands.

• The waterproof function of the camera is for sea water and fresh water only.

• Operation may not be possible or the sound may be low if snow or water freezes on the zoom button, Power button, speaker or microphone in a cold environment such as a ski resort.

• The lens and LCD monitor may cloud up due to changes in temperature and humidity. For details, read (→7) of the Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM.

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About the [PRECAUTIONS] display

Check this information in advance to maintain the waterproof performance.

When the card/battery door is fully closed and the power is turned on for the first time after purchase, [PRECAUTIONS] is displayed.

Select [YES] with ◄, and then press [MENU/SET]

• When [NO] is selected, the clock setting screen is displayed.

Check the [PRECAUTIONS] on the screen

► : View the next screen ◄ : Return to the previous screen [MENU/SET] : Cancel

After the final screen (11/11), press [MENU/SET] to finish

• When [NO] is selected on the first screen or [MENU/SET] is pressed to cancel partway through the screens, [PRECAUTIONS] is displayed every time the power is turned on.

• The information can also be checked from [PRECAUTIONS] in the [SETUP] menu.

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Camera care and the waterproof performance

To prevent water from entering the camera, be sure to observe the following before use.

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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover in sandy or dusty locations, while close to water, or with wet hands.

When the camera is used in the locations described above, sand or dust may enter through the gaps of the card/battery door or terminal cover and adhere to the camera without you knowing. Make sure in advance that the levels of the battery and card memory are sufficient.

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The use of the supplied silicone jacket is recommended

Opening and closing the card/battery door and terminal cover

At the time of purchase, the [LOCK] switches of the card/battery door and terminal cover are in the locked position.

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[LOCK] switch position

: Locked position : Unlocked position

: [LOCK] switch : Terminal cover : Card/Battery door

to prevent the card/battery door or terminal cover from opening unexpectedly.

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The performance of the camera’s rubber seal starts to deteriorate after 1 year.

It is recommended that you contact a Panasonic Service Centre at least once a year to have the rubber seal replaced (subject to a fee).

Using the camera underwater

Use this camera in a water depth of 3 m or less, in a water temperature

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range of 0 °C to 40 °C, and do not use continuously underwater for longer than 60 minutes. Do not use in hot water exceeding 40 °C (such as a bath or hot springs).

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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover.

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Do not subject the camera to an impact underwater. (It may impair the

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waterproof performance and allow water to enter.) Do not dive into the water holding the camera. Do not use in locations

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subject to strong water flows, such as in rapids or under waterfalls. (The strong water pressure may cause a malfunction.) The camera sinks in water. Attach the camera securely to yourself, such

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as by wearing the hand strap around your wrist, to prevent you from dropping and losing the camera. If the camera is splashed by substances such as detergent, soap, hot spring

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water, bath powder, sun oil, sunscreen or chemicals, wipe off immediately. The card and battery are not waterproof. Do not handle them with wet

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hands. Further, do not insert a wet card or battery into the camera.

To open

Slide the [LOCK] switch in the direction of the arrow until the red area ( ) is visible

The lock is unlocked.

Slide the release lever ( ) to the [LOCK] switch side

The card/battery door and terminal cover open.

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To close

While the [LOCK] switch is unlocked, push the card/battery door and terminal cover closed until they click

• To prevent water from entering the camera, make sure that no foreign objects are trapped in the card/battery door and terminal cover, such as liquid, sand, hair or dust.

• If the door or cover is closed while the [LOCK] switch is locked, it may cause damage or let water enter the camera.

Lock the [LOCK] switch by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until the red area is no longer visible

• If the camera is used while a door or cover is not closed properly, it may open.

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Camera care and the waterproof performance

(Continued)

Causes of water entering the camera

When the camera is used in the following conditions, a gap may be formed between the camera and the card/battery door or terminal cover, allowing water to enter and causing a malfunction.

• When the rubber seal has deteriorated

• When the [LOCK] switch of the card/battery door or terminal cover is not locked

• When foreign objects such as lint, hair or sand are adhered to the inner side of the card/battery door or terminal cover (rubber seal or rubber seal contact area) and are trapped

: Foreign object

: Terminal cover : Rubber seal : Rubber seal contact

area

: Card/Battery door

A gap forms and allows water to enter

Cleaning the rubber seals

When a foreign object (such as hair, sand, dust or liquid) adheres to the rubber seal or rubber seal contact area, water may enter within a few seconds and cause a malfunction.

• When cleaning, make sure that no foreign objects get inside the camera.

• Be especially careful when removing very small or wet sand particles.

Make sure that there are no foreign objects adhered to the inner side of the card/battery door or terminal cover ( rubber seal or rubber seal contact area)

: Terminal cover : Rubber seal : Rubber seal

contact area

: Card/

Battery door

: Hair or lint : Sand or dust : Crack or

deformation

: Liquid

• When the rubber seal attached to the inner side of the card/

battery door or terminal cover is cracked or deformed, contact a Panasonic Service Centre.

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Camera care and the waterproof performance

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Remove adhered foreign objects with the supplied brush

: Brush (supplied)

Long brush Short brush

Use to remove substances such as fine or dry sand.

: Card/

Battery door

: Terminal cover

Use to remove large foreign objects, and substances such as wet sand.

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Example of foreign objects on the inner side of the card/ battery door

: Rubber seal contact

area (around the card/ battery compartment)

: Rubber seal area

(around the card/ battery door)

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Example of foreign objects on the inner side of the terminal cover

: Rubber seal contact area

(around the connection socket)

: Rubber seal area

(around the terminal cover)

If liquid is adhered, wipe it off with a soft and dry cloth.

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Foreign objects may also adhere to the grooves on the side of a rubber

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seal or at its corners. Clean with a brush.

Handling the brush

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• Before using the brush, make sure that no foreign objects are adhered to it.

• After using the brush, clean it by removing any adhered foreign objects.

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