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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Operating Instructions Model No. please read the instructions completely. Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format)

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. 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.
  • Page 3 Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FS12 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
  • Page 5 • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional). • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 6 A 4 GB (or more) Memory Card without an SDHC logo is not based on the SD Standard and will not work in this product. Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures ... 22 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ... 23 Specifications... 24 Digital Camera Accessory System ... 28 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form ... 29 Request for Service Notice ... 30 Limited Warranty... 31 Customer Services Directory ... 33...

  • Page 8: Standard Accessories

    • For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”. • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts. VQT2D42 (ENG) DMW-BCF10PP...

  • Page 9: Names Of The Components

    Names of the Components Flash Lens Self-timer indicator AF assist lamp LCD monitor Status indicator [MENU/SET] button [DISPLAY] button [Q.MENU]/Delete button [MODE] button 10 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch 11 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation/ Auto bracket B: 4/Macro mode C: 2/Self-timer button D: 1/Flash setting button In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.
  • Page 10 22 Card/Battery door 23 Release lever 24 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are used. • We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
  • Page 12 • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical image stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].)

  • Page 13: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCF10PP).

  • Page 14: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] mode.) A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 15: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to set the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power.
  • Page 16 Press 2. Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon Press 1. • Select a menu item next and set it. Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 to move to the second screen. Press 1.

  • Page 17: Selecting The [Rec] Mode

    Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which the optimal settings are established in line with the subject to be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the Scene mode which enables you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.

  • Page 18: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)

    ñ [REC] mode: Taking pictures using the automatic function ñ : Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.

  • Page 19: Scene Detection

    Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. • The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card). • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP;...

  • Page 20: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (·: Normal Picture Mode)

    · [REC] mode: Taking pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal picture mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] menu. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE].

  • Page 21: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing back Pictures Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. – When the mode was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK] – When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/ [PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(].

  • Page 22: Deleting Pictures

    [PLAYBACK] mode: Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be deleted. Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚]. A [DISPLAY] button B [‚] button Press 2 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 23: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Reader(R)] and then follow the messages on the screen to install. ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels: 12,100,000 pixels Image sensor: Lens: Digital zoom: Extended optical zoom: Max. 7.8k Focus: Focus range: Shutter system: Motion picture recording: Burst recording Burst speed: Number of recordable pictures: VQT2D42 (ENG) Information for your safety DC 5.1 V...
  • Page 25 Hi-speed burst Burst speed: Number of recordable pictures: ISO sensitivity: Shutter speed: White balance: Exposure (AE): Metering mode: LCD monitor: Flash: Microphone: Speaker: Recording media: Picture size Still picture: Motion pictures: Approx. 5 pictures/second (3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.) When using the built-in memory: Approx.
  • Page 26 Quality: Recording file format Still Picture: Motion pictures: Interface Digital: Analog video/ audio: Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dimensions: Mass (weight): Operating temperature: 0 o C to 40 o C (32 o F to 104 o F) Operating humidity: Language select: VQT2D42 (ENG) Fine/Standard JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.21”...
  • Page 27 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A59B): Input: Output: Equipment mobility: Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCF10PP): Voltage/capacity (Minimum): Information for your safety 110 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A CHARGE 4.2 V 0.65 A Movable Information for your safety 3.6 V/940 mAh...

  • Page 28: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# DMW-BCF10PP DMW-AVC1 DMW-AC5PP DMW-DCC4 DMW-CS5 DMW-CHFX30 RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDM12GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDM06GU1K RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV02GU1A RP-SDR01GU1A ¢ Ensure that the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) are purchased as a set. Do not use if sold separately.

  • Page 29: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    City TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY Price Each Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling...

  • Page 30: Request For Service Notice

    Reason for requesting service: (USA and Puerto Rico Only) Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: VQT2D42 (ENG) Panasonic Services Company Customer Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive McAllen, TX 78503...

  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or...
  • Page 32 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up...

  • Page 33: Customer Services Directory

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY :1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 34 Other names, company names, and product names printed in these • instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in China...

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