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DMC-FH4

Digital Camera

DMC-FH6
DMC-FH4
DMC-S5
DMC-S2
DMC-S5
DMC-S2
M1211KZ0
VQT4G44

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-FH6 Model No. DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT4G44 M1211KZ0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before use Basics Before use ..........4 Sequence of operations ...... 18 Standard Accessories ......6 Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode ......22 Names and Functions of Main Parts ..7 Automatic Scene Detection ......23 Cursor button ..........9 About flash ..........23 About the Happy color setting .....23 Preparations...
  • Page 3 Contents Application (Record) Application (View) Taking pictures with your own settings Different playback methods [Normal Picture] Mode ......40 [Playback Mode] ........64 [Slide Show] ..........65 How to adjust focus ......41 [Filtering Play] ..........66 Using zoom .......... 43 [Calendar] ............67 Zoom types and use ........44 Retouching pictures ......

  • Page 4: Before Use

    Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
  • Page 5 Before use ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.

  • Page 6: Standard Accessories

    (→14) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

  • Page 7: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts DMC-FH6 6 7 8 18 17 DMC-FH4 6 7 8 18 17 DMC-S5 6 7 8 DMC-S2 18 17 - 7 -...
  • Page 8 19 DC coupler cover For dealer display purpose only • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (for dealer display purpose only) and AC adaptor (for dealer display purpose only) are used. 20 Card/Battery door (→12)

  • Page 9: Cursor Button

    Names and Functions of Main Parts Cursor button [MENU/SET] Up cursor button ( ) (menu display/set) (→33) • Exposure Compensation (→48) Left cursor button ( ) Right cursor button ( ) • Self-timer (→47) • Flash (→45) Down cursor button ( ) •...

  • Page 10: Charging Battery

    To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.

  • Page 11: Guidelines For Number Of Recordable Pictures And Operating Time

    • [Normal Picture] Mode. • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F) / Humidity: 50%RH 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 [ON].)

  • Page 12: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery Turn off the power and slide the card/battery door out ( ) before opening the door ( ) as illustrated Insert the battery and card, making sure that their orientation is correct •...
  • Page 13 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 • To remove card: Press down in center. ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Remove battery from camera after use. • Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing the battery.

  • Page 14: Picture Save Destination (Cards And Built-In Memory)

    Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→77) ● The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. ■ Compatible memory cards (optional) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) Type of Card Capacity Notes ∗...

  • Page 15: Remaining Battery And Memory Capacity

    Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery Remaining battery and memory capacity Remaining battery (only when using battery) (flashes red) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery. Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory) When in operation (Card) or (Built-in memory) are illuminated red.

  • Page 16: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Power button The power is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 17: To Change Time Setting

    Setting the clock To change time setting When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu. • Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hours beforehand. Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu (→35) Set the date and time...

  • Page 18: Sequence Of Operations

    Sequence of operations Press the Power button Press [MODE] button Use cursor button to select the recording mode and press [MENU/SET] ■ Recording mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode (→22) Take pictures with automatic settings. [Normal Picture] Mode (→40) Take pictures with your own settings. [Scene Mode] (→49) Take pictures according to scene.

  • Page 19: Holding The Camera

    Sequence of operations Flash Holding the camera Microphone • To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body and standing with your feet slightly apart. • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the flash or the AF Assist Lamp.
  • Page 20 Sequence of operations Press the shutter button and take pictures Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) • For motion pictures, recording will start. To end recording, press the shutter button again. Press the Playback button Press [MODE] button Use cursor button to select playback...
  • Page 21 Sequence of operations Use cursor button to select a picture to be played back • Play back motion pictures or panorama pictures • [Auto Retouch] • [Beauty Retouch] DMC-FH6 Previous Next Changing information display • Editing or performing settings for pictures using the Playback menu (→71) Press the Power button - 21 -...

  • Page 22: Taking Pictures With Automatic Settings

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “face”, “movement”, “brightness”, and “distance” just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually. Display the screen for recording Shutter button mode selection...

  • Page 23: Automatic Scene Detection

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. Recognizes people Recognizes landscapes Recognizes night scenes and people in them ∗ (Only when is selected) ∗ Recognizes night scenes Recognizes close-ups Recognizes sunsets...

  • Page 24: Notes On Setting Items

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Notes on setting items Only menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Normal Picture] Mode or other modes are reflected for not displayed menu items on the [Setup] menu.

  • Page 25: Taking Motion Pictures

    Taking motion pictures [Motion Picture] Mode Recording mode: Display the screen for recording Microphone (Do not block the microphone mode selection with your fingers) Select [Motion Picture] Mode Start recording Press halfway Press fully (adjust the focus) (start recording) • Immediately release the shutter button after Remaining recording time (approx.) pressing it all the way.

  • Page 26: Viewing Your Pictures [Normal Play]

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Press the Playback button • Press again to enter the recording mode.

  • Page 27: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing motion pictures Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press Playback now starts. Motion picture recording time When playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed in the top right of the screen. Example: After 3 minutes and 30 seconds: [3m30s] Motion picture icon ■...

  • Page 28: Zooming In And Viewing "Playback Zoom

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” DMC-FH6 Turn the zoom lever to T side DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the T side of the zoom Current zoom position (displayed for 1 sec.) button Turn the zoom lever to T side/ DMC-FH6 Press the T side of the zoom button DMC-FH4...

  • Page 29: Viewing A List Of Pictures "Multi Playback

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” Picture no./Total no. DMC-FH6 Turn the zoom lever to W side Motion pictures DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Panorama pictures Press the W side of the zoom button 1-picture 12-picture 30-picture Calendar screen...

  • Page 30: Viewing Pictures By Their Recording Date "Calendar Playback

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Selected date (First picture from the date) DMC-FH6 Turn the zoom lever to W several times DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the W side of the zoom button several times 1-picture 12-picture 30-picture...

  • Page 31: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press to delete displayed picture • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 32: To Delete Multiple (Up To 50)/To Delete All Pictures

    Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 50)/To delete all pictures Press to delete displayed picture Select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] ● [Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]. • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. Use cursor button to select [OK] and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 33: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Normal Picture] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu selection screen is displayed. Select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [AF Mode] and press [MENU/SET] Pages...

  • Page 34: Menu Type

    Setting the menu ● The operation screen examples in this manual may differ from the actual screen display or some parts of the screen display are omitted. ● The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode. ●...

  • Page 35: Using The [Setup] Menu

    Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Auto Power Off] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→33) Item Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format.

  • Page 36: Dmc-Fh6

    Using the [Setup] menu • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→33) Item Settings, notes [Beep Level] DMC-FH6 [Beep] : Low / High / Mute Change or mute the [Beep Tone] beep/shutter sounds. : Change beep tone. [Shutter Vol.] : Low / High / Mute [Shutter Tone]...

  • Page 37: [Focus Icon]

    Using the [Setup] menu • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→33) Item Settings, notes [Focus Icon] Change the focus icon. [2 MIN.] / [5 MIN.] / [10 MIN.] / [OFF] [Auto Power Off] • To restore → Press the Power button Turn off the power when •...

  • Page 38: [Output]

    Using the [Setup] menu • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→33) Item Settings, notes [Video Out] [Output] (DMC-FH6PU/DMC-FH4PU/DMC-S5PU/DMC-S2PU/ Adjust the settings used DMC-FH6PR/DMC-FH4PR/DMC-S5PR only) when the camera is connected to a TV, etc. [NTSC] / [PAL] via the AV cable.

  • Page 39: [Format]

    1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: carefully before http:www.panasonic.com/contactinfo formatting. For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com Set the language displayed on the screen. [Language] Change display language. [Stabilizer Demo.] [Demo Mode]...

  • Page 40: Taking Pictures With Your Own Settings

    Taking pictures with your own settings [Normal Picture] Mode Recording mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Display the screen for recording Shutter button mode selection Select [Normal Picture] Mode Take a picture Press halfway Press fully (press lightly to...

  • Page 41: How To Adjust Focus

    How to adjust focus Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area Focus display with the subject ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) AF area ( When focus is aligned: green When focus is not aligned: red)
  • Page 42 How to adjust focus ■ Focus range The shortest focusing distance Zoom position from the surface of the lens W end 5 cm (0.16 feet) T end 1 m (3.3 feet) ∗ When the zoom is operated from the W (wide-angle) end to the T (telephoto) end, the shortest focusing distance changes in stages.

  • Page 43: Using Zoom

    Using zoom Recording mode: You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. DMC-FH6 Capture a wider area Enlarge the subject (wide-angle) (telephoto) DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Capture a wider area Enlarge the subject (wide-angle) (telephoto) When Extended Optical Zoom is set Focus range 3.3ft - - ∞...

  • Page 44: Zoom Types And Use

    Using zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. (→55) ■ Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 5 times /4 times DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. ●...

  • Page 45: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Taking pictures with flash Recording mode: Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] Type, operations Uses [Auto] Normal use • Automatically judges whether or not to flash ∗ [Auto/Red-Eye] Taking pictures of subjects in dark •...
  • Page 46 Taking pictures with flash ■ Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ∗ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – –...

  • Page 47: Taking Pictures With Self-Timer

    Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.

  • Page 48: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] • If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction.

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures According To The Scene [Scene Mode]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Recording mode: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Display the screen for recording mode selection Select [Scene Mode] Select and set the scene ●...

  • Page 50: [Portrait]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→49) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→45) Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. Tips [Portrait] • The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be.

  • Page 51: [Panorama Shot]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→49) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→45) Creates a single panorama picture by stitching multiple still pictures taken in rapid succession. Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 52 Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→49) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→45) Notes • The zoom position is fixed to the W end. • Since the focus, White Balance, and Exposure Compensation are all fixed when settings are made for the first picture, recording settings such as brightness and color may not be optimal for subsequent pictures.

  • Page 53: [Sports]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→49) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→45) Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. [Sports] Notes •...

  • Page 54: [Baby]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→49) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→45) Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors. ([Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately.) Use cursor button to select [Age] and press [MENU/SET]. Use cursor button to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 55: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Using the [Rec] menu [Picture Size] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S2 DMC-S5 Recording pixel level type...

  • Page 56: [Rec Quality]

    Using the [Rec] menu [Rec Quality] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Set the picture size of motion pictures. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Picture Quality Picture Size No. of Frames Picture Aspect Ratio 24 fps ∗ / 30 fps ∗ [HD] 1280 ×...

  • Page 57: [White Balance]

    Using the [Rec] menu [White Balance] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in...

  • Page 58: [Af Mode]

    Using the [Rec] menu [AF Mode] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Taking front-on Recognizes faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus pictures of people accordingly.

  • Page 59: [I.exposure]

    Using the [Rec] menu [i.Exposure] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● When [i.Exposure] works, the color of changes.

  • Page 60: Dmc-Fh6

    Using the [Rec] menu [Burst] DMC-FH6 • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Enables still pictures to be taken in succession while the shutter button is pressed fully. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Item Settings Maximum burst speed: Approx. 1.5 fps •...

  • Page 61: Dmc-Fh4

    Using the [Rec] menu ● About [Hi-Speed Burst] and [Flash Burst] • The settings can be made in [Normal Picture] Mode only. • The picture size is changed in accordance with the aspect ratios of the pictures (→55) prior to the setting. Picture Aspect Ratio Picture Size 2.5 M...

  • Page 62: [Color Mode]

    Using the [Rec] menu [Color Mode] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Set color effects. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [STANDARD] / [VIVID] ∗ (sharper) / [B&W] / [SEPIA] / [Happy] ∗ ∗ [Normal Picture] Mode and [Motion Picture] Mode only ∗...

  • Page 63: [Stabilizer]

    Using the [Rec] menu [Stabilizer] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→33) Automatically detects and prevents jitter. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● Cases where Optical Image Stabilizer may be ineffective: Heavy jitter, high zoom ratio (also in the Digital Zoom range), fast-moving objects, indoors or in dark locations (due to low shutter speed) [Date Stamp] •...

  • Page 64: Different Playback Methods [Playback Mode]

    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button Display the screen for [Playback Mode] selection Select the method of playback ● When no card is inserted, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. ●...

  • Page 65: [Slide Show]

    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Slide Show] • For switching [Playback Mode] (→64) Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] Play all. [Category Select category and playback.

  • Page 66: [Filtering Play]

    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ● When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect. ● When panorama pictures are played back, the [Duration] setting is disabled. ● Part of [Effect] cannot be used when displaying pictures recorded in portrait position. ●...

  • Page 67: [Calendar]

    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Calendar] • For switching [Playback Mode] (→64) Select the date from the calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day. (→30) - 67 -...

  • Page 68: Retouching Pictures

    Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] You can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. DMC-FH6 Select a still picture to retouch during playback and press Use cursor button to select [Auto Retouch] and press [MENU/...
  • Page 69 Retouching pictures [Beauty Retouch] DMC-FH6 Still pictures taken by the camera that recognize the subject as a face can be retouched using the makeup effect etc., to enhance the portrait. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Beauty Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
  • Page 70 Retouching pictures ● You cannot retouch an already-retouched subject or two or more subjects at once. To perform such an operation, save the picture once and then select a subject that you want to retouch again. ● The brightness or color between a picture viewed before saving and the saved picture may be different.

  • Page 71: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Using the [Playback] menu You can set the recorded picture to upload to the image-sharing websites, edit the picture (for example, trimming), and set a protection setting in the picture. • For Playback menu display and operation methods (→33). • Depending on the [Playback Mode], some [Playback] menu items are not displayed. •...

  • Page 72: [Resize]

    Using the [Playback] menu ■ To clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Yes]. ● Not available on cards with less than 512 MB. [Resize] • For Playback menu display and operation methods (→33). Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) ■...

  • Page 73: [Cropping] Dmc-Fh6

    Using the [Playback] menu ■ [MULTI] Use cursor button to select [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] (up to 50 pictures) • To cancel →...

  • Page 74: [Favorite]

    Using the [Playback] menu [Favorite] • For Playback menu display and operation methods (→33). By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 75: Dmc-Fh6

    Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 76: [Protect]

    Using the [Playback] menu [Protect] • For Playback menu display and operation methods (→33). Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●...

  • Page 77: [Copy]

    Identically-named files will not be copied from card to built-in memory ( ● The following settings are not copied. Set them again after copying. - [Protect] - [Favorite] - [Print Set] DMC-FH6 ● Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. - 77 -...

  • Page 78: Viewing On Tv Screen

    Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the AV cable. Getting Ready: • Set [TV Aspect]. (→38) • Turn off both camera and TV. Connect camera to TV Turn on TV ●...
  • Page 79 ● Also consult TV operating manual. ● Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (optional). ● You can play back pictures on TVs in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system when you set [Video Out] in [Setup] menu. (DMC-FH6PU/DMC-FH4PU/ DMC-S5PU/DMC-S2PU/DMC-FH6PR/DMC-FH4PR/DMC-S5PR only) ●...

  • Page 80: Using With Your Pc

    (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognized, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • You can use pictures copied to your computer for printing, attaching them to e-mail, or other operation.

  • Page 81: Installing Supplied Software (Photofunstudio)

    Using with your PC 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...

  • Page 82: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Getting Ready: Check socket direction and insert straight in. (Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty operation.) • Charge the battery sufficiently. • When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards.
  • Page 83 Using with your PC ■ Folder and file names on computer DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001.JPG ● JPG: Windows Still pictures P1000999.JPG Drives are displayed MOV: 101_PANA in “My Computer” or Motion pictures ∗ “Computer” folder. 999_PANA ●...

  • Page 84: Uploading Pictures To Image-Sharing Websites

    Using with your PC Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites Using the uploading tool ([LUMIX Image Uploader]), you can upload still pictures and motion pictures to image-sharing websites (Facebook or YouTube). There is no need to copy pictures to your computer or install specialized software. Uploading pictures from the camera is easy with a computer connected to a network, even when you are away from your regular computing environment.

  • Page 85: Printing

    Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. • Do not disconnect the USB connection cable when Getting Ready: the cable disconnection icon is displayed (may •...

  • Page 86: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Printing Printing multiple pictures Connect camera to printer • Please make sure you use the supplied USB connection cable. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. Use cursor button on the camera to select [PictBridge (PTP)], and press [MENU/SET] Press Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 87: Making Print Settings On The Camera

    Printing Making print settings on the camera (Make settings before selecting [Print start]) Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with [ON] / [OFF] Date] [Num.of Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) prints] [Paper Size] When...

  • Page 88: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays

    List of LCD monitor displays ■ In recording Recording Mode (→18) ISO Sensitivity (→56) Aperture value/Shutter speed (→40) Picture Size (→55) Exposure Compensation (→48) Recording quality (→56) AF Assist Lamp (→62) Backlight Compensation (→23) Current date/time Flash Mode (→45) Age in years/months (→54) Optical Image Stabilizer (→63) Jitter alert (→40) Elapsed recording time (→25)
  • Page 89 List of LCD monitor displays ■ In playback Playback Mode (→64) Recorded date and time World time setting (→35) Protected picture (→76) Age in years/months (→54) Favorites (→74) Aperture value/Shutter speed (→40) Date Stamp (→63) ISO Sensitivity (→56) Color Mode (→62) Picture Size (→55) Recording Mode (→18) Auto Retouch (→68)

  • Page 90: Message Displays

    Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [This memory card cannot be used] ● A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ●...
  • Page 91 Message displays [Memory Card Error] [Memory card parameter error] ● Card is not of SD standard. ● When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error]/[Write Error] [Please check the card] ●...
  • Page 92 Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→92 - 97) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values from the time of purchase.) Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on.

  • Page 93: Q&A Troubleshooting

    Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (Continued) Brightness or coloring of recorded picture different from real life. ● When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 94 Q&A Troubleshooting Flash No flash emitted. ● Flash set to [Forced Flash Off] (→45). ● The flash is unavailable when using [Burst] (other than [Flash Burst] ) or when using DMC-FH6 [Scenery], [Panorama Shot], [Night Scenery], [Sunset], or [Glass Through] Scene Modes. Multiple flashes are emitted.
  • Page 95 Motion pictures (Motion JPEG) recorded with this camera may not be played on digital cameras of other manufacturers. Additionally, motion pictures recorded with this camera cannot be played on Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras sold before July 2008. (However, motion pictures recorded with LUMIX digital cameras sold before this date can be played on this camera.) TV, computer, printer No image appear on TV.
  • Page 96 The card is not recognized by the computer. (You are using an SDXC Memory Card.) ● Make sure your computer supports SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ● When you insert a card, a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card, but do not format it.
  • Page 97 Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→39). Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●...

  • Page 98: Usage Cautions And Notes

    Usage cautions and notes When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 99 Usage cautions and notes Memory cards ● To prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity. • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ●...
  • Page 100 • Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
  • Page 101 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. •...

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