Panasonic DMC-FS42 Digital Camera User Manual
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1. Focus indication AF area normal AF area when using the digital zoom or when it is dark Focus When the subject When the subject is focused is not focused Focus indication On Blinks AF area White Green White Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times ENG vaT2B45 19 Playback Mode gt Playing Back Pictures Normal Playback Mode Slide the recording playback switch to e Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases When the mode was switched to the Playback Mode When the camera was turned on while the recording playback switch was at A Press lt gt to select the picture lt Play back the previous picture gt Play back the next picture e Speed of picture forwarding rewinding changes depending on the playback status m Fast forwarding Fast rewinding Press and hold lt gt during playback e The file number and the picture number only change one by one Release lt gt when the number of the desired picture appears to play back the picture e If you keep pressing lt the number of pictures forwarded rewound increases 20 VaT2B45 ENG Playback Mode gt x Deleting Pictures Once deleted pictures cannot be recovered e Pictures on the built in memory or the card which are being played back will be deleted To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted and then press T2. When recording DMC FS4 0 5 W When playing back 10 100 000 pixels DMC FS42 8 100 000 pixels DMC FS4 1 2 5 CCD 10 300 000 pixels DMC FS42 8 320 000 pixels DMC FS4 Primary color filter Optical 4 x zoom f 5 5 to 22 mm 35 mm film camera equivalent 33 to 132 mm F2 8 to F5 9 Max 4 x Max 7 1 x DMC FS42 Max 6 4 x DMC FS4 Normal Macro Face detection 9 area focusing 1 area focusing Normal 50 cm 1 64 feet to co Macro Auto scene 5 cm 0 17 feet Wide 50 cm 1 64 feet Tele to co Scene mode settings may be different to those shown above Electronic shutter Mechanical shutter WVGA 848 x 480 pixels 30 frames second When a card is used VGA 640 x 480 pixels 30 frames second When a card is used QVGA 320 x 240 pixels 30 frames second With audio ENG vaT2B45 23 Burst recording Burst speed Number of recordable pictures Hi speed burst Burst speed Picture size Number of recordable pictures ISO sensitivity Shutter speed White balance Exposure AE Metering mode LCD monitor Flash Microphone Speaker Recording media 24 VAT2B45 ENG Approx 2 3 pictures second DMC FS42 Approx 3 pictures second DMC FS4 NORMAL Approx 1 7 pictures second DMC FS42 Approx 2 pictures second DMC FS4 Unlimited Max 5 pictures DMC FS42 Max 7 pictures DMC FS4 Standard Max 3 pictures DMC FS42 Max 4 picture
3. The distance to the subject The contrast of the subject When the subject is moving When zoom is used Recording conditions Sunset Sunrise Under low brightness conditions When the camera is shaken To take pictures in an intended scene it is recommended that you take pictures in the appropriate Recording Mode m The backlight compensation Backlight refers to when light comes from the back of a subject In this case the subject will become dark so this function compensates the backlight by brightening the whole of the picture automatically 18 varepas ENG Recording Mode Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings Normal Picture Mode This mode allows you to take pictures freely as more options are available than Auto Scene Mode PN B Slide the recording playback switch to and press MODE Recording playback switch Ss Press A V to select NORMAL PICTURE and press MENU SET o Aim the AF area to the point you want to focus on Press the shutter button halfway to focus e The focus indication green lights when the subject is focused e The focus range is 50 cm 1 64 feet to co G Press the shutter button fully push it in further and take the picture e The access indication lights red when a picture is being recorded on the built in memory or the card E S amp Aim the AF area at the subject and then press the shutter button halfway
4. When you turn the camera on PLEASE SET THE CLOCK message appears It does not appear in Playback Mode MENU SET button Cursor buttons Press MENU SET Press lt gt to select the items year month day hour minute display sequence or time display format and press A F to set Time at the home area Of Time at the travel destination x 1 Cancel without setting the clock Select either 24HRS or AM PM for the SS R time display format 12 00 JAN 1 050 e AM PM is displayed when AM PM is lt QOUr selected ZD Cen F CANCEL tf SELECT eae_SET Press MENU SET e After completing the clock settings turn the camera off Then turn the camera back on switch to Recording Mode and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed e When MENU SET has been pressed to complete the settings without the clock having been set set the clock correctly by following the Changing the clock setting procedure Changing the clock setting Press MENU SET in Normal Picture Mode Press A V to select CLOCK SET Press gt and perform steps 3 and 4 for setting Press MENU SET to close the menu e You can also set the clock in the SETUP menu e The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built in clock battery even without the battery Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built in battery ENG vaT2B45 13 About the Mode an
5. coupler and AC adaptor together You cannot use either of them individually AC Adaptor Soft Case DMW CS5 Semi Hard Case DMW CHFX30 SDHC Memory Card SD Memory Card 32 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDV32GU1K 16 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDV16GU1K 12 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDM12GU1K 8 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDVO8GU1K 6 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDMO6GU1K 4 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDM04GU1K 4 GB SDHC Memory Card RP SDV04GU1K 2 GB SD Memory Card RP SDM02GU1A 2 GB SD Memory Card RP SDV02GU1A 1 GB SD Memory Card RP SDRO1GU1A e Refer to P11 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable pictures e NOTE Accessories and or model numbers may vary by country Please consult your local dealer ENG vaT2B45 27 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Digital Camera Model 2 Items Ordered Accessory Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State amp Local Sales Tax Shipping amp Handling 6 95 Total Enclosed 3 Method of payment check one Check of Money Order enclosed NO C 0 D SHIPMENTS VISA Credit Card MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to PANASONIC ACCESSORIES Please do not sen
6. pixels etc of the pictures you are This menu lets you make the protection or print settings etc of recorded pictures amp SETUP menu e This menu lets you perform the clock settings select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera e Available in Recording or Playback Mode How to use the menu Press MENU SET to display the menu e You can switch menu screens by the page from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever Example Selecting the Normal Picture Mode Q the very bottom 3 Press gt e Depending on the item the settings may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way 4 Press A V to select a setting Example Selecting amp Press A V to select a menu item Example Selecting AF MODE e You can move to the next page by pressing Y at A Press MENU SET to confirm your setting A Press MENU SET to close the menu REC 1 BE PICTURE SIZE BB sh QUALITY h A Sie on um E WHITE BALANCE Bi AF MODE SELECT fe EXIT REC 1 PICTURE SIZE Be A s amp s QUALITY k en EBSENSITIVITY u 000 E WHITE BALANCE we DO v SELECT fe EXIT REC amp QU 2 a esowvi g 0O00 UR DO BeAF MODE m SELECT ode SET REC sui 000 RAM E v SELECT t SET REC PICTURE SIZE gt sh QUALITY h E GESENSITIVITY um D E WHITE BALANCE we IRgAFMOOE g SELECT EXIT E
7. which starts with the date of original purchase warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new or refurbished product The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor PRODUCT OR PART NAME PARTS LABOR DIGITAL STILL CAMERA 1 ONE YEAR 1 ONE YEAR EXCEPT ITEMS LISTED BELOW CCD 6 SIX MONTHS 90 NINETY DAYS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY 90 NINETY DAYS NOT APPLICABLE PACK IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE BATTERY PACK SD MEMORY CARD 90 NINETY DAYS NOT APPLICABLE IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE SD CARD During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must carry in or mail in your product during the warranty period If non rechargeable batteries are included they are not warranted This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold as is A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service 30 vateB4s ENG Carry In or Mail In Service For Carry In or Mail In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT C
8. 648 x 2736 pixels DMC FS42 Z 8M 3264 x 2448 pixels DMC FS4 Z 5M 2560 x 1920 pixels Z 3M 2048 x 1536 pixels EB 9M 3648 x 2432 pixels DMC FS42 BA 7M 3264 x 2176 pixels DMC FS4 EB 2 5M 2048 x 1360 pixels I 7 5M 3648 x 2056 pixels DMC FS42 I 6M 3264 x 1840 pixels DMC FS4 M58 2M 1920 x 1080 pixels WVGA 848 x 480 pixels When a card is used VGA 640 x 480 pixels When a card is used QVGA 320 x 240 pixels Fine Standard JPEG based on Design rule for Camera File system based on Exif 2 21 standard DPOF corresponding QuickTime Motion JPEG motion pictures with audio USB 2 0 Full Speed NTSC Audio line output monaural Dedicated jack 8 pin 97 6 mm W x 55 4 mm H x 22 3 mm D 3 84 W x 2 18 H x 0 88 D excluding the projection part Approx 112 g 0 25 Ib excluding Memory Card and battery Approx 134 g 0 30 Ib with Memory Card and battery 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F 10 to 80 ENG vaT2B4s 25 Battery Charger Panasonic DE A59B Information for your safety Input 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz 0 2 A Output CHARGE 4 2 V 0 65 A Equipment mobility Movable Battery Pack lithium ion Panasonic DMW BCF10PP Information for your safety Voltage capacity Minimum 3 6 V 940 mAh 26 vat2B45 ENG Digital Camera Accessory System Battery Pack DC coupler DMW BCF10PP DMW DCC4 e Purchase DC
9. LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS e USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES e 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 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 e 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 e SDHC Logo is a trademark 2 vat2B45 ENG e Microsoft product screen shot s reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation e Other names company names and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned FCC Note 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 against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radi
10. NG vat2g45 15 16 varT2B45 ENG Switching to the SETUP menu When the camera shows the menu screen after step 1 on How to use the menu Press lt to move the menu icon a pense Size s he CO Boeri um lt 000 BB WHITE BALANCE we DO By AF MODE SELECTS EXIT Press Y to select the SETUP menu icon Enp CLOCK SET O WRDIM 2 th TRAVEL DATE 000 4 BEEP Q O Q VOLUME m3 v SELECT fe EXIT Press to move to the menu item list ene i Proceed to step 2 on How to use the menu 1p OCLOCK SET WORLD TIME 2 TRAVEL DATE 000 s4 BEEP Q O 0 VOLUME m3 SELECTS EXIT Recording Mode amp amp Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function Auto Scene Mode The camera automatically sets the appropriate settings according to the subject and recording condition This mode is recommended for beginners to take pictures easily e The following functions are activated automatically Scene detection Face detection Motion detection Backlight Compensation Shutter button Recording playback switch ale Slide the recording playback switch to and press MODE RN PCIE H MOTION PICTURE A Press A F to select AUTO SCENE MODE and SELECT amp SET then press MENU SET EJ Hold this unit gently with both hands keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet A slightly apart Flash AF assist lamp Press the shutter button halfway t
11. OVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modification or commercial use such as in a hotel office restaurant or other business rental use of the product service by anyone other than a Factory Service center or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time travel to and from the servicer loss of media or images data or other memory content The items listed are not exclusive but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you s
12. Panasonic Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No DMC FS42 DMC FS4 Before connecting operating or adjusting this product please read the instructions completely Please also refer to Operating a Instructions PDF format recorded lt DP on the CD ROM containing the c Operating Instructions supplied ee 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 P VQT2B45 1 H0209HM1049 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 in the box 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 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 e DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN MOISTURE DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
13. Press lt to select YES and then press MENU SET To delete multiple pictures up to 50 or all the pictures Press Press A F to select DELETE MULTI or DELETE ALL and then press MENU SET e DELETE ALL gt step 5 Press A W lt gt to select the picture and then press DISPLAY to set Repeat this step e The selected pictures appear with 4 When DISPLAY is pressed again the setting is canceled Press MENU SET Press A to select YES and then press MENU SET to set ENG vaT2B45 21 Reading the Operating Instructions PDF format e You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating instructions and want to progress to advanced operations e You want to check the Troubleshooting In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions PDF format recorded on the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied Windows s ede Turn the PC on and insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied ea Click Operating Instructions Manuel d utilisation _ z LUMIX EJ Select the desired language and Operating Instructions then click Operating Instructions to install Example When an English language OS To return to the install menu ir i Ey Double click the Operating Instructions shortcut icon on the desktop m When the Operating Instructions PDF format will not open You will need Adob
14. and m Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic s parts department at 1 800 833 9626 for further information about obtaining 4 VFF0495 replacement parts 5 VFC4297 6 VGQOD56 8 vat2B45 ENG Names of the Components Zoom lever Shutter button Camera ON OFF switch Microphone Speaker Self timer indicator AF assist lamp Flash Lens part Lens barrel 10 LCD monitor 11 Recording playback switch 12 Cursor buttons A Exposure compensation V Macro button lt Self timer button gt Flash mode button oOuahwon ooN In these operating instructions operations using the cursor buttons are described as follows e g When you press the W button O ps9 gt 000 JY S or Press V 13 MODE button 14 MENU SET button 19 fi 15 DISPLAY button 16 Q MENU Delete button oim x i 17 Hand strap eyelet shen e Attach the strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping 21 22 18 AV OUT DIGITAL socket 19 Tripod receptacle e When you use a tripod make sure the tripod is stable with the camera attached to it 20 Card Battery door 21 DC coupler cover e When using an AC adaptor ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler DMW DCC4 optional and AC adaptor DMW AC5PP optional are used 22 Release lever ENG vaT2B45 9 Charging the Battery m About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used
15. d Menu Operation Mode switching Slide the recording playback switch to right or left Recording Mode Playback Mode H 2l Press MODE to display the mode selection screen Example Normal Picture Mode E E A Oo merger 0907 Press A F to select a mode and press v MENU SET to close the menu E List of Recording Modes Auto Scene Mode Taking pictures easily Normal Picture Mode Taking pictures in the desired setting SCN Scene Mode Taking pictures according to the scene This mode allows you to record motion pictures FH Motion Picture Mode with audio m List of Playback Modes Normal Play Mode Playing back the pictures normally Slide Show Mode Playing back the pictures continuously Playing back the pictures set as your favorite x Favorite Play Mode e Pictures do not appear when the FAVORITE is set to OFF 14 varepas ENG About the menu operation The camera comes with menus that allow you to set the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you like In particular the SETUP menu contains some important settings relating to the camera s clock and power Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera E In Playback Mode E In Recording Mode REC menu hd PLAYBACK menu recording This menu lets you set the coloring sensitivity or number of
16. d cash 4 Shipping information UPS delivery requires complete street address Ship To Mr Mrs Ms First Last Phone Day _ Street Address Night City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1 800 332 5368 6 AM 6 PM M F PACIFIC TIME OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 28 vat2B45 ENG Request for Service Notice Please make a copy of this page and note the problem you are having Include it with your proof of purchase and ship your camera to the address below Reason for requesting service USA and Puerto Rico Only Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive McAllen TX 78503 ENG vaT2B45 29 Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below
17. dity 50 when the LCD monitor is on e Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card 32 MB e Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on e Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording e Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording e Turning the camera off every 10 recordings Leaving the camera until the battery cools down e CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera amp Imaging Products Association Recording time The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time If the recording interval time becomes longer the number of recordable pictures decreases e g When recording once every 2 minutes about 1 4 of the number when recording once every 30 seconds Playbacktime time Approx 420 min The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery m Charging IChargingtime time Approx 130 min Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack DMW BCF10PP are the same as above The charging time will vary slightly depending on the status of the battery and the conditions in the charging environment When the charging has been completed successfully the CHARGE indicator turns off ENG vat2g45 11 Note e The battery may swell and its operating time may become shorter as the number
18. e Acrobat Reader 4 0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions PDF format Follow the instructions below for your OS to install it If using Windows 2000 SP4 Windows XP SP2 or SP3 Windows Vista and SP1 Insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied click Adobe R Reader R and then follow the messages on the screen to install If using Windows 98 98SE Me Download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site http www adobe com products acrobat readstep2_allversions html m To uninstall the Operating Instructions PDF format Delete the PDF file from the Program Files Panasonic Lumix folder e When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed click the Show the contents of this folder to display them Macintosh ET Turn the PC on and insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied IEJ Open the Manual folder in the CD ROM and then copy the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder ey Double click the PDF file to open it 22 vat2B45 ENG Specifications Digital Camera Power Source Power Consumption Camera Effective pixels Image sensor Total pixels Lens Digital zoom Extended optical zoom Focus Focus range Shutter system Motion picture recording Information for your safety DC 5 1V 1 1 W When recording DMC FS42 1 0 W
19. e Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound e Recorded data may be damaged or pictures may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors e Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera disturbing the pictures and sound e 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 e If you record near radio transmitters or high voltage lines the recorded pictures and sound may be adversely affected m Care of the camera e Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping it etc This unit may malfunction recording pictures may no longer be possible or the lens or the LCD monitor may be damaged e We strongly recommend you do not leave the camera in your trousers pocket 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 e Be particularly 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 contact with this unit such as when using it ona rai
20. essccavervsscenssnvesteeccees chase cveceperscvaveevsxccnetnvesacevedes ite NA Naatti iive To delete a Single picture seesessseseesseessecesseeeeseeoseees e To delete multiple pictures up to 50 or all the pictures Reading the Operating Instructions PDF format SPOCIICATIONS iaeaea pn aeeai a Digital Gamera Accessory SYStOM iiiaae este A naai ANE Digital Camera Accessory Order FOrm cccceccesceececeseeeeeereeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeaeeeeesaeeeeeeaeeeeeeaees Request for Service Notice ts Limited Wairama rran eer a eaaa ASEENA a Ere aAA Sea ENa SEAE EEEE Customer Services Dine Clony ra ies icdii rien nceiiiiiden witiniiiniia anitisin Anan ENG vaT2B45 7 Standard Accessories Before using your camera check the contents 1 Battery 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 e Software Use it to install the software to your PC e Operating Instructions 5 Hand Strap 6 Battery Case e SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card and MultiMediaCard only for DMC FS4 are indicated as card in the text e Card is optional You can record or play back pictures on the built in memory when you are not using a card e For information about optional accessories please refer to a Digital Camera Accessory System e If any of the accessories are lost customers in the USA
21. h Avenue South Kent WA 98032 We Accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express and Personal Checks For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 Product Repairs United States and Puerto Rico Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive MAIL TO McAllen TX 78503 Important Please include all supplied accessories and the original carton box if possible To minimize the possibility of shipping damage place the original box and contents in a prepaid shipping carton insured for the full value of the camera Include a detailed description of the problem proof of purchase your return address and a daytime phone number and or E mail address As of April 2009 32 vat2B45 ENG ENG vaT2B45 33 Q QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc used under license therefrom QuickTime Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in China
22. he 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 Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V But e In the U S A and Canada the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only e When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U S A or Canada use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration VQT2B45 ENG 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 m Cautions for Use e Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic AV cable DMW AVC1 optional e Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one e Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor DMW AC5PP optional Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment such as microwave ovens TVs video games etc e 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
23. he terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty In this case wipe them with a dry cloth 10 varT2B45 ENG Note e After charging is completed be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet e The battery becomes warm after using it and while and after charging The camera also becomes warm during use This is not a malfunction e The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged e The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged The battery has characteristics that will reduce its operating duration and cause the battery to swell up e When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery the life of the battery may have expired Buy a new battery e Do not leave any metal items such as clips near the contact areas of the power plug Otherwise a fire and or electric shocks may be caused by short circuiting or the resulting heat generated m Battery life The number of recordable pictures By CIPA standard in Normal Picture Mode A ELICE Approx 390 pictures DMC FS42 pictures Approx 410 pictures DMC FS4 By CIPA standard in Approx 195 min DMC FS42 Normal Picture Mode Approx 205 min DMC FS4 Recording conditions by CIPA standard e Temperature 23 C 73 4 F Humi
24. ny day or on a beach e 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 e If water or seawater splashes on the camera use a dry cloth to wipe the camera body carefully ENG vaT2B45 5 m About Condensation When the lens is fogged up e Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains fungus and camera malfunction e If condensation occurs turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature m About cards that can be used in this unit You can use an SD Memory Card an SDHC Memory Card and a MultiMediaCard only for DMC FS4 e When the term card is used in these operating instructions 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 MultiMediaCard Still pictures only More specific information about memory cards that can be used with this unit e When you use a card of 4 GB or more capacity you can use only the SDHC Memory Card with SDHC logo that is based on the SD Standard Please confirm the latest information on the following website hitp panasonic co jp pavc global cs This Site is in English only e Keep the Memory Card out of
25. o focus e The focus indication lights green when the subject is focused e The AF area is displayed around the subject s face by the face detection function In other cases it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus e The focus range is 5 cm 0 17 feet Wide 50 cm 1 64 feet Tele to co e The maximum close up distance the shortest distance at which the subject can be taken differs depending on the zoom magnification eG Press the shutter button fully push it in further and take the picture e The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built in memory or the card E ENG vaT2B45 17 Scene detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds after which its color changes to the usual red A H i PORTRAIT i SCENERY E i MACRO fl i NIGHT PORTRAIT e Only when A is selected Fe i NIGHT SCENERY e Only when is selected PN is set if none of the scenes are applicable and the standard settings are set m Face detection When E or 4 is selected the camera automatically detects a person s face and it will adjust the focus and exposure Note e Due to conditions such as the ones below a different scene may be identified for the same subject Subject conditions When the face is bright or dark The size of the subject
26. o frequency energy and if not installed 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 reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e 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 Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model No DMC FS42 DMC FS4 Responsible party Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Support Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1 800 21 1 PANA 7262 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the f
27. of times it is charged increases For long term battery use we recommend you do not frequently charge the battery before it is exhausted e The performance of the battery may temporarily deteriorate and the operating time may become shorter in low temperature conditions e g skiing snowboarding Inserting Removing the Battery Card Optional e Check that the camera is turned off e We recommend using a Panasonic card Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card battery door e Always use genuine Panasonic batteries DMW BCF10PP e If you use other batteries we cannot guarantee the quality of this product A Battery Insert it fully being careful about the direction for insert Pull the lever in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery Card Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction for insert To remove the card push the card until it clicks then pull the card out upright Do not touch the connection terminals of the card e The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted Ey Close the card battery door Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow e If the card battery door cannot be completely closed remove the card check its direction and then insert it again 12 varepas ENG Setting Date Time Clock Set e The clock is not set when the camera is shipped A 3 Turn the camera on e
28. ollowing 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 T Panasonic T Panasonic DMC FS42 DMC FS4 ENG vaT2B45 3 m About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack e Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack e Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit e Do not get dirt sand liquids or other foreign matter on the terminals e Do not touch the plug terminals and with metal objects e 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 e Do not heat or expose to flame e 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 140 F or incinerate m About t
29. pecific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Service center If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY ENG vaT2B45 31 Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com help or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 10 am 7 pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases United States and Puerto Rico Purchase Parts Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at http www pstc panasonic com or send your request by E mail to npcparts us panasonic com You may also contact us directly at 1 800 332 5368 Phone 1 800 237 9080 Fax Only Monday Friday 9 am to 9 pm EST PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY 20421 84t
30. reach of children to prevent swallowing Em About illustrations in these operating instructions e Please note that the appearance of the product the illustration or the menu screen are a little different from those in actual use e The illustrations in these operating instructions show DMC FS4 6 vat2B45 ENG Contents Information for Your Satety cecceeceeseeeeseceeeeeceeceeeeeeeeeeseseeesaeeeeeseeeeesaeseeeeaeeeeeseeeaeeneeaees 2 Standard ACCESSONOS weit cssscccessneevieee puter chedenelied sat denda een neatendutn daieaneetenaee are 8 Names of the Components ieisiciccsteescestes s2zees cab cates sez saceacvacediesicesacv beet sassace casecbacicuanedexeaceeseid 9 Charging the Battery T Inserting Removing the Battery Card Optional esesseeeeiesieiereiseieieersrreineieinerrsrerenee 12 Setting Date Time Clock S t iacccatareavacerr sawn arararanedeien aiara nannies About the Mode and Menu Operation sik e Mode SWIC OK ssaa en narena ae EE EAEE AE EEEa AARE IAEE RAE TE SEANA Abo tthe MENU OPCLAtiON a scecasscrsecnsesecescevcncessesscarecssteseasoscenvecncaradesens cacusoesaaasncetcevsees Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function Auto Scene Mode st SCONE detector oo eee eececeeseesesseeeeeeneeeeeeaeesecaeceeeeaecseceeesseeeaesaecseeeaeeeaeeaeseeseaeeeaeeaees Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings Normal Picture Mode e Focusing Playing Back Pictures Normal Playback Mode Deleting Pictures i ciscisisse
31. s DMC FS4 Fine Depends on the remaining capacity of the built in memory or the card Unlimited Approx 6 pictures second DMC FS42 Approx 5 5 pictures second DMC FS4 Z 3M B 2 5M or I 2M is selected as the picture size When using the built in memory Approx 10 pictures immediately after formatting When using a Card Max 100 pictures differs depending on the type of Card and the recording conditions i AUTO 80 100 200 400 800 1000 HIGH SENS mode 1600 to 6400 8 seconds to 1 2 000th of a second STARRY SKY mode 15 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds Auto white balance Daylight Cloudy Shade Halogen White set Program AE Exposure compensation 1 3 EV Step 2 EV to 2 EV Multiple TFT LCD 2 5 Approx 230 000 dots field of view ratio about 100 Flash range Approx 30 cm 0 99 feet to 6 3 m 20 7 feet Wide i AUTO AUTO AUTO Red eye reduction Forced ON Forced ON Red eye reduction Slow sync Red eye reduction Forced OFF Monaural Monaural Built in Memory Approx 50 MB SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card MultiMediaCard only for DMC FS4 Still pictures only Picture size Still picture Motion pictures Quality Recording file format Still Picture Motion pictures Interface Digital Analog video audio Terminal AV OUT DIGITAL Dimensions Mass Weight Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Z 10M 3
32. 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 e Use the dedicated charger and battery e The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped Charge the battery before use e Charge the battery with the charger indoors e Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F The battery temperature should also be the same de Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery ea Connect the charger to the elecirical outlet e Charging starts when the CHARGE indicator lights green e Charging is complete when the CHARGE indicator turns off after approx 130 min E Detach the battery after charging is completed m When the CHARGE indicator flashes e The battery temperature is excessively high or low The charging time will be longer than normal Also charging may not be completed e T
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