Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5M2 User manual

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Operating Instructions <Quick Start Guide>
Digital Camera
Bedienungsanleitung <Kurzleitfaden>
Digital-Kamera
Manuel d’utilisation <Guide de prise en main rapide>
Appareil photo numérique
Istruzioni d’uso <Guida rapida>
Fotocamera digitale
Instrucciones de funcionamiento <Guía de inicio rápido>
Cámara digital
Model No. / Modell Nr. / Modèle / Modello N. / Modelo N. DC-GH5M2
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating Instructions
<Complete Guide>” (HTML format / PDF format).
Detailliertere Anweisungen finden Sie in der “Bedienungsanleitung <Vollständiger
Leitfaden>” (HTML-Format / PDF-Format).
Pour des instructions plus détaillées, veuillez consulter le “Manuel d’utilisation <Guide
complet>” (Format HTML / format PDF).
Istruzioni d’uso più dettagliate sono disponibili nelle “Istruzioni d’uso <Guida
completa>” (formato HTML / formato PDF).
En “Instrucciones de funcionamiento <Guía completa>” (Formato HTML / formato
PDF) están disponibles instrucciones de funcionamiento más detalladas.
https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/GH5M2/index.html
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

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Operating Instructions <Quick Start Guide>
Digital Camera
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and
save this manual for future use.
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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About Operating Instructions
 Operating Instructions <Quick Start Guide>
(This document)
Explains the preparation before recording.
 Operating Instructions <Complete Guide>
(HTML format / PDF format)
Explains all functions and operation methods in detail.
This can be viewed with a PC or smartphone.
https://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/GH5M2/index.html
URL and QR code can also be checked on the [Online
Manual] of the [Setup] menu.
 Symbols Used in This Document
In this document, camera operation is explained using the following
symbols:
Cursor button up/down/left/right
or
Joystick up/down/left/right
Press the center of the joystick
[MENU/SET] button
• Images and illustrations used in this document are for explaining the functions.
• Description in this document is based on the interchangeable lens (H-ES12060).

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Contents
About Operating Instructions............................................................................3
Information for Your Safety................................................................................5
Cautions for Use ..............................................................................................7
Introduction
Before Use.........................................................................................................10
Standard Accessories ...................................................................................... 12
Names of Parts.................................................................................................. 15
Camera ..........................................................................................................15
Lens ...............................................................................................................20
Viewfinder / Monitor Displays.......................................................................... 21
Getting Started / Basic Operations
Attaching a Shoulder Strap .............................................................................22
Charging the Battery ........................................................................................23
Inserting Cards (Optional) ...............................................................................27
Attaching a Lens...............................................................................................29
Adjusting the Monitor Direction and Angle.................................................... 30
Setting the Clock (When Turning On for the First Time)...............................31
Menu Operation Methods................................................................................. 32
Materials
Message Displays.............................................................................................33
Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 34
Specifications ...................................................................................................36
Trademarks and Licenses................................................................................44

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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
Battery charger Bottom
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our
DoC server:
http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu
Contact to Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15,
22525 Hamburg, Germany
5.15 - 5.35 GHz band is restricted to indoor operations only in the following countries.
Maximum power and operating frequency bands of transmitter
Type of wireless Frequency band
(central frequency)
Maximum power
(dBm e.i.r.p.)
WLAN
2412-2472 MHz 13 dBm
5180-5320 MHz 13 dBm
5500-5700 MHz 13 dBm
Bluetooth 2402-2480 MHz 10 dBm

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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 one supplied with the
camera or the battery charger (DMW-BTC15: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic Shutter Remote Control (DMW-RS2: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic Tripod Grip (DMW-SHGR1: optional).
• Use a “High Speed HDMI cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI cable” (Type A–Type A plug, up to 1.5 m (4.9 feet) long)
• Do not use the headphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
• Do not use the stereo microphone cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more.
• Do not use the synchro 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
• Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-
DCC17: optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
• 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 cords or the cables.
• During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not
turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor.
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
These symbols indicate separate
collection of waste electrical and
electronic equipment or waste batteries.
More detailed information is contained
in “Operating Instructions <Complete
Guide>”.
• 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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Introduction
Before Use
 Firmware of Your Camera/Lens
Firmware updates may be provided in order to improve camera capabilities or to add
functionality.
Make sure that the firmware of the camera / lens you purchased is the latest version.
We recommend using the latest firmware version.
• To check the firmware version of the camera/lens, attach the lens to the camera
and select [Firmware Version] in the [Setup] ([Others]) menu. You can also update
the firmware in [Firmware Version].
• For the latest information on the firmware or to download/update
the firmware, visit the following support site:
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(English only)
• This document provides explanations for camera firmware version 1.0. Refer
to “Operating Instructions <Complete Guide>” for the changes after a firmware
update. (3)
 Handling of the Camera
When using the camera, take care not to drop it, bump it, or apply undue force.
These may cause malfunction or damage to the camera and lens.
If sand, dust, or liquid gets on the monitor, wipe it off with a dry soft cloth.
– Touch operations may be incorrectly recognized.
When using in low temperatures (–10 °C to 0 °C (14 °F to 32 °F))
– Before use, attach a Panasonic lens with a minimum recommended operating
temperature of –10 °C (14 °F).
Do not place a hand inside the camera mount.
This may cause a failure or damage because the sensor is a precision device.
The sensor can move, making a rattling noise, when the camera is shaken while
it is off. This is caused by the image stabilizer mechanism in the body. It is not
a malfunction.