Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6, Lumix DMC-FH4, Lumix DMC-S5, Lumix DMC-S2 Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No.

DMC-FH6
DMC-FH4
DMC-S5
DMC-S2

DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5

DMC-S2

Before use, please read these instructions

completely.

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.

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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 expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

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Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

• 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.

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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 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 °C or incinerate.

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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.

• Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,

tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

• Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this

unit.

• 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

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

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

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 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-AC5G: for shop display purpose only). 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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-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

Before use

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

Before use ...................................6

Standard accessories ................7

Names and Functions of

Main Parts ...................................8

Charging the battery ................10

Inserting and removing the

card (optional)/the battery .......11

Sequence of operations ...........12

Reading the Operating

Instructions (PDF format) ........13

Installing supplied software

(PHOTOfunSTUDIO) .................14

Specifications ...........................15

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Camera handling

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Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.

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The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or
where water can come into contact with the camera.

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Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up)

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Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden changes
of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the
lens or LCD monitor dirty, cause mould, or damage the camera.

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If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two
hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding
temperature, fogginess will clear naturally.

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Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other
information for your digital camera may differ from those in the illustrations
and screens provided in this manual. When operation or other information is
more or less the same between models, DMC-FH6 is used as examples for the
instructions provided in this manual.

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The operations, procedures, or functions that differ among models are indicated
separately, together with the relevant model number.

(Example)

DMC-FH6

DMC-S2