Panasonic DMC-FT2 Technical specifications

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.
GN
VQT2M46
until
2010/2/28
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FT2
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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.
Please be sure to read “(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and
anti-shock performance of the camera”(P6) and “Maintenance and
waterproof performance”(P8) 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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∫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
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G; 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), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 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 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-AC5G; 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.
-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
(Important) About the waterproof/
dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera................................... 6
Maintenance and waterproof performance ................................................... 8
• Using the camera underwater............................................................... 12
• Causes of water leak ............................................................................ 13
• Caring of the camera after using it underwater..................................... 14
Standard Accessories ................................................................................. 16
Names of the Components ......................................................................... 17
Charging the Battery ................................................................................... 19
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 21
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ............................. 22
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 23
• Changing the clock setting.................................................................... 23
Setting the Menu......................................................................................... 24
Selecting the [REC] Mode........................................................................... 25
Taking pictures using the automatic function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) ......................................................................... 26
• Scene detection .................................................................................... 27
• AF Tracking Function............................................................................ 27
Recording Motion Picture............................................................................ 28
Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])................................................... 29
Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 29
Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format) ............................................................................................... 30
Specifications.............................................................................................. 32
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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 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 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
•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), 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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Confirm that there are no foreign objects on inner side of
the card/battery door or terminal cover (Brubber seal
and Cplace where rubber seal meets).
•If there is any crack or deformation in the rubber seal inside the card/battery
door and terminal cover, get the camera inspected or repaired by the dealer or
an authorised Panasonic’s service centre.
If there is any foreign object, remove
with attached brush.
I: Brush (supplied)
•If there is any foreign object, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the
surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing
malfunction.
A: Terminal cover
B: Rubber seal
C: Area where rubber seal
sits
D: Card/Battery door
E: Hair and lint
F: Sand and dust
G: Crack and deformation
H:Fluid
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•Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid.
•The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and
age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera the seals should be replaced
once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Centre for related costs
and other information.
Example of foreign object on the inner side of the card/battery door
J: Area where rubber seal
sits (around the card/
battery compartment)
K: Rubber seal site (around
the card/battery cover)
Example of foreign object on the inner side of the terminal cover
L: Area where rubber seal
sits (around the
connection terminal)
M: Rubber seal site (around
the terminal cover)
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