Panasonic DMC-FT3 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FT3

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.

VQT3L38

until

2011/2/28

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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

IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE

REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.

∫Product identification marking

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.

•Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories.

•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 Location

Digital camera Bottom

Battery charger Bottom

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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.

∫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.

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.

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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∫Cautions for Use

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

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

Part numbers: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m)

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

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; 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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-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 ........................................................................... 2

Standard Accessories ................................................................................... 7

When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) .................................. 9

(Important) About the Waterproof/

Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera .............................. 10

Names of the Components ......................................................................... 15

Charging the Battery ................................................................................... 17

• Charging ............................................................................................... 17

• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .......... 18

About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 19

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

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 21

• Changing the clock setting.................................................................... 22

Selecting the [Rec] Mode............................................................................ 23

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function

(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) ......................................................................... 24

• Scene Detection.................................................................................... 25

Recording Motion Pictures.......................................................................... 26

Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) ........................................................ 27

Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 28

• To delete a single picture...................................................................... 28

Setting the Menu......................................................................................... 29

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)....................................... 30

Specifications.............................................................................................. 32

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Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.

Product numbers correct as of January 2011. 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 Cable

4 USB Connection Cable

5AVCable

6 CD-ROM

•Software:

Use it to install the software to your

PC.

•Operating Instructions

7Brush

8 Hand Strap

9 Silicone Jacket

•Supplied accessories are not waterproof

(excluding strap and silicone jacket).

•Keep the Brush out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

•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.)

Please be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and

Anti-shock Performance of the Camera”(P10) before using this unit

underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause

water to seep in.

DMW-BCF10E DE-A60A

VFC4393

K1HY08YY0018

K1HY08YY0017

K2CJ29A00002

VFF0790

VFC4588

VMG1988

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Attach is recommended to prevent unintentional opening of the side door

when used in the mountains or near water.

•Check that this unit is turned off.

•Attach the silicone jacket where there is no sand or dust.

Securely attach the silicone jacket to

the camera.

•Attach the silicone jacket carefully. It may get

damaged when attached forcefully.

•Be sure to remove any foreign objects (sand etc.)

or water (sea water etc.) adhered inside the

Silicone Jacket. If not removed, the foreign objects or water may scratch or dirty

the camera. We recommend that you remove the Silicone Jacket from the

camera, rinse, and then wipe away the water with a soft dry cloth.

∫Maintenance after using

•Remove the silicone jacket from the unit carefully. It may get damaged when

removed forcefully.

•Take the camera out of the Silicone Jacket, and check that foreign objects (sand

etc.) or water (sea water etc.) are not adhered.

•Rinse with water, wipe off water with a soft dry cloth, and dry the camera in a

well ventilated shaded area.

•Do not dry the camera with hot air from a dryer or similar. It may become

unusable due to deformation.

•Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser, or soap or

detergents.

•After use, remove the Silicone Jacket. Do not store the camera for a long period

of time with the Silicone Jacket still attached.

Attaching the silicone jacket

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When inner side of the lens is fogged

(condensation)

It is not a malfunction or failure of the camera. It may

be caused by the environment in which the camera is

used.

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’s Service Centre 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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(Important) About the Waterproof/

Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of

the Camera

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, 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 to 200 cm

dropping onto 3 cm 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.)

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 12 m 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 onto 3 cm thick

plywood. In most cases this camera should not sustain any damage if

dropped from a height not exceeding 2 m. (¢2)

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