Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20, Lumix DMC-FH1, Lumix DMC-FH3 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FH20

DMC-FH3
DMC-FH1

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 section.

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or
send e-mail to: [e-mail]

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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.

• 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.

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.

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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 PARTS 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

• 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.

• 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 xC
(140 oF) or incinerate.

∫ 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.

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Battery charger

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

• In the U.S.A. and Canada, the 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.

∫ Cautions for Use

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

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

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

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-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 transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures

and sound may be adversely affected.

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-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.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 3

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

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

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

About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 13

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ............................. 14

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 15

• Changing the clock setting.................................................................... 15

Setting the Menu ......................................................................................... 16

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

Taking pictures using the automatic function (

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

Motion Picture Mode ................................................................................... 20

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

Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 21

Reading the Operating Instructions

(PDF format) ............................................................................................... 22

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

Digital Camera Accessory System.............................................................. 27

∫ About illustrations in these operating instructions

The procedure is described for DMC-FH1 as an example.

ñ:Intelligent Auto Mode)... 18

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Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2010. 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 USB Connection Cable
4AV Cable
5 CD-ROM

• Software:

Use it to install the software to your
PC.

• Operating Instructions

6 Hand Strap
7 Battery Case

• 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.

• For information about optional

accessories, refer to the
Camera Accessory System

“Digital

”.

• If any accessories are lost, customers in

Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX
(1-800-995-8649) for further information
about obtaining replacement parts.

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Names of the Components

1Flash
2 Lens
3 Self-timer indicator

AF assist lamp

4LCD monitor
5 [MENU/SET] button
6 [DISPLAY] button
7 [Q.MENU]/Delete button
8 [MODE] button
9 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch

10 Cursor buttons

A: 3/Exposure compensation

B: 4/Macro Mode

C: 2/Self-timer button

D: 1/Flash setting button

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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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