More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com VQT4G39 M1211KZ0...
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. • Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. • Use only the recommended accessories. •...
Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. ■ About the battery charger 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.
Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of January 2012. Battery pack Hand strap DMW-BCK7PP VFC4297 • Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as USB connection battery pack or battery in the cable text.
Names and Functions of Main Parts DMC-FH6 6 7 8 18 17 DMC-FH4 6 7 8 18 17 VQT4G39 (ENG)
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18 Speaker 19 DC coupler cover For dealer display purpose only • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW- DCC10: for dealer display purpose only) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: for dealer display purpose only) are used.
Charging the battery Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet Charging light ([CHARGE]) On: Charging in progress (approx. 120 min. if fully depleted) Off: Charging complete ■...
Move lever in direction of arrow. Press down in center. DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCK7PP). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Sequence of operations Press the Power button ( ) The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Press the shutter button ( ) and take pictures Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record)
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied) Click the “Owner’s Manual”...
Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorize these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used. • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC Operating environment of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.0 LE Windows XP (32 bit) SP3...
Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens DMC-FH6 Optical 5 x zoom f=4.3 mm to 21.5 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm) / F2.5 (Max. W) to F6.4 (Max. T)
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Specifications Shutter speed 8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second Exposure (AE) AUTO (Program AE) Metering Mode Multi metering LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Microphone / Monaural Speaker Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx.
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0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) temperature (Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH) Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A91B): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 4.2 V, 0.43 A...