Panasonic DMC-FT2 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FT2

Before use, please read these 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.

until

2010/2/28

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

VQT2M41

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

Please be sure to read “(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and

anti-shock performance of the camera”(P8) and “Maintenance and

waterproof performance”(P10) before using this unit underwater to

prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in.

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.

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Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following

text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded

three pin mains plug for your safety and

convenience.

A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced

please ensure that the replacement fuse

has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is

approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI

mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse

cover you must ensure that it is refitted

when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must

not be used until a replacement cover is

obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be

purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS

UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET

OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE

FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND

THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED

OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF

PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-

AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please

observe the wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified

electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured

in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with

the coloured markings identifying the

terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER

WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL

WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER

E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR

COLOURED GREEN OR

GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-

KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to

the type of AC mains plug (figures A and

B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and

follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC

mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach

the fuse cover.

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse

(5 ampere)

Fuse

(5 ampere)

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∫About the battery pack

•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.

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.

Warning

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

incinerate.

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∫About the battery charger

•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.

∫Cautions for Use

•Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional).

•

Always use a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor (DMW-MCA1; optional).

•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 cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable

(RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)

•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-AC5E; 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.

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.

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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

(Important) About the waterproof/

dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera................................... 8

Maintenance and waterproof performance ................................................. 10

• Using the camera underwater............................................................... 14

• Causes of water leak ............................................................................ 15

• Caring of the camera after using it underwater..................................... 16

Accessories................................................................................................. 18

Names of the Components ......................................................................... 20

Charging the Battery ................................................................................... 22

About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 24

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ............................. 25

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 26

• Changing the clock setting.................................................................... 26

Setting the Menu......................................................................................... 27

Selecting the [REC] Mode........................................................................... 28

Taking pictures using the automatic function

(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) ......................................................................... 29

• Scene detection .................................................................................... 30

• AF Tracking Function............................................................................ 30

Recording Motion Picture............................................................................ 31

Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])................................................... 32

Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 33

Reading the Operating Instructions

(PDF format) ............................................................................................... 34

Specifications.............................................................................................. 36

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(Important) About the waterproof/

dustproof and anti-shock performance of

the camera

•Please observe the following precautions, and avoid using this camera in any

situation where the camera is subject to high water pressure. 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

10 m (33 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.¢1

•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

(0.10 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

•Supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding hand strap/silicon jacket).

¢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. This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or

waterproofing in all conditions.

¢2 This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all

conditions.

Observe the following precautions and avoid using under water pressure

exceeding the guaranteed performance, and in an environment with

excessive dust or sand.

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’s service centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.

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

covered by the warranty.

Note

•The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens.

When it is dirty, lightly wipe the surface of the lens with soft and dry cloth.

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∫Handling of the camera

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

very low (ski resort 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.

•The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Do not open or close the card/battery

door or terminal cover close to the water by the sea, a lake or river, or with wet

hands.

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

•Operation may not be possible when snow or water on the zoom lever, mode

dial or camera [OFF/ON] button the buttons freezes at cold places like ski

resorts etc.

∫About the [PRECAUTIONS] demonstration display

•Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof performance.

[PRECAUTIONS] is displayed when the power is turned

on for the first time after purchase, with the card/battery

door completely closed.

•The [PRECAUTIONS] screen will not display the next time

you turn on the power if you start the slide show by selecting

[YES], and then select [END] once it has completed. Select

[REPLAY] to see the slide show again.

Note

•It will automatically skip to clock setting screen if [NO] is selected before the

slide show starts.

•[PRECAUTIONS] is displayed every time the power is turned on if you exited the

slide show using a method other than selecting [END], such as turning off the

power while the slide show is playing.

•This can be also confirmed from [PRECAUTIONS] in the [SETUP] menu.

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Maintenance and waterproof performance

∫To prevent water leaking into the camera, observe the following

items before using it.

∫Check that there is enough remaining battery power or memory in

the card.

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

places with sand and dust, near water, or with wet hands.

∫At purchase, the [LOCK] switch is in the locked state. When opening

the card/battery door and terminal cover, first release the lock.

•Release the lock by sliding the [LOCK] switch in the direction of the arrow until

the red area becomes visible, and open the card/battery door and terminal

cover.

A: [LOCK] switch (grey part)

B: Locked state

C:Red part

D: Released state

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