Troubleshooting - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX8PRO Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Troubleshooting

First, try out the following procedures.
If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] on the
[Setup] menu.
Please also refer to the "Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)", which
describes more detailed information.
The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
The battery is exhausted.
> Charge the battery.
If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted.
> Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] etc.
The battery becomes flat too quickly.
Is the drive mode set to [
battery drains faster.
> Select [
] ([4K Pre-Burst]) only when recording.
Taking pictures is not possible.
The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed.
When the drive mode is set to [
cases, the camera may display [
protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down.
The subject is not focused properly.
The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P19)
There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.
Is [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] menu set to [RELEASE]?
Is [Shutter AF] in the [Custom] menu set to [OFF]?
Is the AF Lock applied incorrectly?
The recorded picture is blurred.
The Image Stabiliser is not effective.
The shutter speed will become slower and the Image Stabiliser function may not work properly
when taking pictures especially in dark places.
> We recommend holding the camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures.
> We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer when taking pictures with a slow shutter
speed.
When a moving subject is recorded with the electronic shutter, the subject may appear
distorted on the picture.
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] ([4K Pre-Burst])? When [
] ([4K Pre-Burst]), the camera temperature rises. In some
], switch to [
] ([4K Pre-Burst]) is selected, the
] ([4K Burst]) and stop the recording to

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