Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 User manual

Operating Instructions

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Digital Camera

Model No. DC-G100

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and

save this manual for future use.

More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating

Instructions” (PDF format). To read it, download it from the website.

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic

Digital Camera. Please read this document carefully and keep it 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 this document.

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.

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More detailed explanations ( )

This document “Operating Instructions (Basic)” provides a summary on

basic operations. When sections in this “Operating Instructions (Basic)”

refer to , you can find more detailed content in the “Operating

Instructions” (PDF format).

• You can find the descriptions of each function on the following pages that lists the

functions of the camera.

–List of Menu (81)

 Reading the “Operating Instructions” (PDF format)

To download the “Operating Instructions” (PDF format) from a website,

either enter the URL below directly, or scan the QR code.

• Click the desired language.

https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=DC-G100&dest=GC

The URL and QR code above can also be confirmed on the monitor of the

camera.

[ ] Select [Online Manual]

Settings: [URL display]/[QR Code display]

• You will need Adobe Reader to browse or print the “Operating Instructions” (PDF

format).

Download and install Adobe Reader from the following site (As of June 2020):

http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

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About Operating Instructions

 Symbols Used in This Document

Black icons show conditions in which these can be used, and gray icons show

conditions in which these cannot be used.

Example: /

Recording mode Pictures · Videos

Operating symbols

Front dial

Cursor button up/down/left/right

[MENU/SET] button

Control dial

• Other symbols, such as icons shown on the camera screen, are also used in

explanations.

• This document describes the procedure for selecting menu items as follows:

Example) Set [Quality] of the [Rec] menu to [ ].

[ ] [Quality] Select [ ]

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About Operating Instructions

Notification classification symbols

To confirm prior to using the function

Hints for better use of the camera and tips for recording

Notifications and supplementary items regarding specifications

Related information and page number

• The images and drawings of this document are an illustration to explain the

functions.

• Description in these operating instructions is based on the interchangeable lens

(H-FS12032).

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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.

• Use 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 identification marking

Product Location

Digital camera Bottom

Tripod grip Inside opened tripod legs

For Singapore only

Complies with

IMDA Standards

DB01017

For Thailand only

This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC/NBTC technical requirement.

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Information for Your Safety

■About the battery pack

CAUTION

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing of 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.

• Do not expose to low air pressure at high altitudes.

• Do not expose to extremely low air pressure, as this may result in explosions or

leakage of flammable liquids and gases.

Warning

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

incinerate.

■About the AC adaptor (supplied)

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.

• The AC adaptor is in the standby condition when the mains plug is connected.

The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the mains plug is connected to an

electrical outlet.

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Information for Your Safety

Cautions for Use

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

• Do not use any other tripod grips except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic

tripod grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional).

• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.

Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.

“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D - Type A plug, up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long)

• Do not use the Stereo microphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.

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 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. 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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Information for Your Safety

• To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (DMW-DCC11:

optional) or a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe

with a soft, dry cloth.

• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.

• Do not press the lens with excessive force.

• Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile

substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).

• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long

period of time.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents,

etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the

coating may peel off.

• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the

sun may cause it to malfunction.

• Always use the supplied cords and cables.

• Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.

• While the camera is accessing the card (for an operation such as picture

writing, reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or

remove the battery, card, AC adaptor ( DMW-AC10GW1/DMW-AC10G2:

optional) or DC coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional).

 1 For India

 2 For other countries

Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static

electricity.

• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves,

static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing

important data on a PC etc.

• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera

only to ensure proper operation.

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Information for Your Safety

• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery

before use.

• The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too

high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.

• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera

also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the

power plug or near the batteries.

• Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature.

(Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended

humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH)

• Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing the

battery for a long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove

the battery from the camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.

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