Panasonic DMC-FT5 Operating Instructions

Basic Operating Instructions

EB

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FT5

Please read these instructions carefully before using

this product, and save this manual for future use.

More detailed
instructions on
the operation of
this camera are contained in
“Operating Instructions for
advanced features
(PDF format)” in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC
to read it.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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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.

• Use only the recommended accessories.

• Do not remove covers.

• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

Digital Camera Bottom

Battery Charger Bottom

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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from
our DoC server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15,
22525 Hamburg, Germany

This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3)
This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz WLAN.

∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

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.

Warning

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

∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another

confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

•

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 th e power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

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∫ Cautions for Use

•

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional).

Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet)

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

• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be

disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely

affecting the pictures and/or 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 this unit,

disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound

may be adversely affected.

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment
and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and
electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with
general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and used batteries, please take them to applicable
collection points, in accordance with your national
legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you
will help to save valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate
waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old
products and batteries, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment,
please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you
wish to discard these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol
examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical
symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by
the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Contents

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

Before Use .................................................................................................................... 8

Accessories .................................................................................................................. 9

(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance

of the Camera ..............................................................................................................11

Names and Functions of Main Parts ........................................................................ 17

Charging the Battery.................................................................................................. 19

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 20

Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 21

Recording using the GPS function........................................................................... 23

Sensors (compass/altimeter/barometer) are operated ........................................... 26

Remote Shooting ....................................................................................................... 27

• Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App ”............................ 27

• Connecting easily to a smartphone/tablet (NFC) ................................................ 28

• Connecting to a smartphone/tablet..................................................................... 30

• Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)............................... 32

• Playing back pictures in the camera ................................................................... 32

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 33

Installing supplied software ...................................................................................... 34

Specifications ............................................................................................................. 35

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Before Use

Please be sure to read
Performance of the Camera
unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in.

“(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock

” (P11) before using this unit underwater to prevent the

• Do not apply strong shock or vibration by dropping or knocking the camera. Also, do

not apply strong pressure to the camera.

– Waterproof performance may be impaired.

– Lens or LCD monitor may be damaged.

– It may cause malfunction in the performance or the function.

∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)

This unit has been designed to prevent condensation by
Anti-fog glass, however it may be caused by the
environment in which the camera is used. It is not a
malfunction or failure of the camera.

What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged

• Turn off the power and open the side door in a place with constant

ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust. The fog will
disappear naturally in 10 minutes to 2 hours with the side door open when the temperature of
the camera gets close to the ambient temperature.

• Contact Panasonic if the fogging does not disappear.

Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged

Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when the
camera is used in areas that undergo a significant change in temperature or in high
humidity, such as the following:

• When the camera is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot beach etc.

• When the camera is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as at a ski resort or

at high altitude

• When the side door is opened in a high-humidity environment

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Accessories

DMW-BCM13E VSK0806

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Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change.

1 Battery Pack

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

2 Battery Charger

(Indicated as battery charger or

charger in the text)
3 AC Mains Lead
4 USB Connection Cable
5 CD-ROM

• Software

• Operating Instru ctions for advanced

features

Install on your PC before use.
6 Hand Strap

• Supplied accessories are not waterproof.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and

SDXC 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 using a
card.

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You

can purchase the accessories separately.)

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Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Monday – Friday 9:00 am– 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays).

• For further support on your product, please visit our website:

www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by

phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday –Friday 9:00 am –5:00 pm
(Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.

Take a browse on our website for further details.

∫ Optional Accessories

Battery Pack DMW-BCM13

AC Adaptor

DC Coupler

HDMI micro cable RP-CHEU15

Marine Case DMW-MCFT5

USB Connection Cable DMW-USBC1

AV Cable DMW-AVC1

¢ The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

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(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

DMW-AC5

DMW-DCC14

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(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance
of the Camera

Waterproof/Dustproof Performance

This camera’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IPX8” and
“IP6X” ratings. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in
this document are strictly followed, this camera can operate underwater, to a
depth not exceeding 13 m (43 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes. (¢1)

Anti-shock Performance

This camera also complies with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. The
camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 2 m (6.6 feet) onto 3 cm
(0.1 feet) thick plywood. In most cases this camera should not sustain any
damage if dropped from a height not exceeding 2 m (6.6 feet). (¢2)

Withstand Load Performance

This camera complies with 100 kgf/220.5 lbf load tests. (¢3)

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 122 cm (4 feet), at
26 orientations (8 corners, 12 ridges, 6 faces) using 5 sets of devices, and passing the
26 orientation drops within 5 devices. (If failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to
pass the drop orientation test within a total of 5 devices)
Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”.
However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4 feet) to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping
onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick plyboard. This drop test was passed.
(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion of the part where
drop impact is applied.)

¢3 According to the test conditions specified by Panasonic.

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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 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 and fresh water only.

• Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered by the

warranty.

• The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.

• Supplied accessories are not waterproof.

• Card and battery are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not insert wet

card or battery into the camera.

• Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low

(at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very high [above 40 oC (104 oF)], inside a car under
strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be
degraded.

∫ About the [Precautions] demonstration display ([Requirements for

Underwater use])

[Precautions] is displayed when the power is turned on for the first time after purchase, with

•

the side door completely closed.

• Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof performance.

1 Press 2 to select [Yes], and press [MENU/SET].

• It will automatically skip to the clock setting screen if [No] is selected before it starts.

2 Press 2/1 to select the picture.

2: Return to the previous screen

1: View the next screen

• It can be force fully ended by pressing [MENU/SET].

• When it is forcefu lly ended while checking by turning the unit off or pressing [MENU/

SET], [Precautions] is displayed every time the power is turned on.

3 After the final screen (12/12), press [MENU/SET] to finish.

• When [MENU/SET] is pressed after the final screen (12/12), [Precautions] is not

displayed from the next time the power is turned on.

• This can also be viewed from [Precautions] in the [Setup] menu.

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