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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5A Owner's Manual

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Basic Owner's Manual
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Digital Camera
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VQT5L14
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  • Page 1 “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit:   USA : www.panasonic.com/support...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera.

  • Page 3: Information For Your Safety

    Information for Your Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit. • Do not expose accessories (battery pack, battery charger, AC adaptor, SD memory card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
  • Page 4 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FT5 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 5 Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu. Press 3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and press [MENU/SET]. Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604 DMC-FT5 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) •...
  • Page 6 Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet) Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Recording using the GPS function................21 Sensors (compass/altimeter/barometer) are operated ........... 24 Remote Shooting ....................... 25 • Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” ......25 • Connecting Easily to a Smartphone/tablet (NFC)..........26 • Connecting to a smartphone/tablet..............28 •...

  • Page 8: Before Use

    • Contact Panasonic if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when the...

  • Page 9: Standard Accessories

    You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. • “ ” For information about optional accessories, refer to the Digital Camera Accessory System • If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) VQT5L14...

  • Page 10: (Important) About The Waterproof/Dustproof And Anti-Shock Performance Of The Camera

    5 devices) Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4 feet) to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick plyboard.
  • Page 11 Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. •...
  • Page 12 The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera, the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic for related costs and other information. Close the side door securely.
  • Page 13 Using the camera underwater • Use the camera underwater to 13 m (43 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF and 104 oF). • Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung). • Do not use the camera at a depth of over 13 m (43 feet). •...
  • Page 14 Drain water by holding the camera upside down and shaking it lightly a few times. • Make sure to put your hand through the strap to prevent the camera from falling. Wipe off water drops on the camera with a soft, dry cloth and dry the camera in a shaded area that is well ventilated.

  • Page 15: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash 1 2 3 Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp/ LED light Lens Speaker • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. LCD monitor 8 9 10 [Wi-Fi] button ®...
  • Page 16 Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC14: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor. [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket...

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors [10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF)]. Connect the AC cable.

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Check that this unit is turned off. • Confirm that there is no foreign object. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 1: Slide the [LOCK] switch A, and release the lock. 2: Slide the release lever B and open the side door.

  • Page 19: Sequence Of Operations

    Sequence of operations Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
  • Page 20 ∫ Recording Motion Pictures Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. • Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [FHD/60p/ ]/[FHD/60p]/[FHD/ 60i/ ]/[FHD/60i] in [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds. •...

  • Page 21: Recording Using The Gps Function

    The unit can record location name information and latitude/longitude for the recorded image and automatically correct the time. Your Panasonic Lumix digital still camera is GPS-equipped which can automatically record the precise location coordinates of where the photo was taken. The specific physical address of this location can easily be derived from this information.
  • Page 22 Acquiring of the GPS information When [GPS Setting] is set to [ON], positioning is performed at regular intervals. When the positioning is successful, location name information and latitude/longitude are acquired. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [GPS/Sensor] menu, and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 23 Update the GPS information When the displayed location name information is different from the current location or when the positioning is not successful, move to a location where the radio waves from GPS satellites can be received better and perform the positioning update. Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 24: Sensors (Compass/Altimeter/Barometer) Are Operated

    Sensors (compass/altimeter/barometer) are operated The direction, altitude, and atmospheric pressure can be measured and recorded in the recorded images. • Information measured on this unit is only a rough indication. Do not use it for technical purposes. • When using this unit for full-scale mountain climbing, trekking, or underwater, use the measured information (direction, altitude, depth, atmospheric pressure) only as a rough indication, and always carry a map and purpose-built measurement tools.

  • Page 25: Remote Shooting

    Remote Shooting You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet. You need to install “Panasonic Image App” (referred to as “Image App” from this point on) on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic.

  • Page 26: Connecting Easily To A Smartphone/Tablet (Nfc)

    Connecting Easily to a Smartphone/tablet (NFC) Using the NFC “Near Field Communication” function, you can easily transfer data necessary for a Wi-Fi connection between this camera and the smartphone/tablet. ∫ Compatible models This function can be used with the NFC compatible device with Android (OS version 2.3.3 or higher).
  • Page 27 ∫ Transferring images in this camera to a smartphone/tablet one at a time by using the NFC function You can transfer pictures in this camera to the smartphone/tablet. This function is useful when you want to transfer an image to the smartphone/tablet of your family or friend. Play back the picture you want to transfer to the smartphone/tablet in this camera.

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet

    Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Preparations: • Install the “Image App” in advance. (P25) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. • When connecting with the setting you used before, you can select the connection destination from [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection].
  • Page 29 ∫ Changing the connection method • When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Press 3/4 to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set. (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set.

  • Page 30: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)

    Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Motion pictures can also be recorded (excluding [FHD/60p/ ]/[FHD/60p]). • Some settings are not available. • The screen differs depending on the operating system. Playing back pictures in the camera Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet.

  • Page 31: Reading The Owner's Manual (Pdf Format)

    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).

  • Page 32: Installing Supplied Software

    Installing supplied software • The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. – PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.1 PE (WindowsXP/Vista/7/8) – LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (WindowsXP/Vista/7/8) (This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.) • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.5 W (When recording) 1.1 W (When playing back) Camera effective 16,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 17,500,000 pixels, Primary color filter Lens Optical 4.6kzoom, fl4.9 mm to 22.8 mm (35 mm film...
  • Page 34 LCD monitor 3.0q TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Microphones Stereo Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 10 MB)/SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.3”...
  • Page 35 5 devices) • Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4 feet) to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick plyboard.
  • Page 36 The battery cannot be recharged in a temperature less than ¢ 0 oC (32 oF). (The [CHARGE] indicator blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.) Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCM13PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/1250 mAh VQT5L14 (ENG)

  • Page 37: Digital Camera Accessory System

    AV Cable Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change. The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler ¢ (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

  • Page 38: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT: 1-800-237-9080 (FAX ONLY) MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 VQT5L14 (ENG)

  • Page 39: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (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 40 Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
  • Page 41 For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Owner’s Manual 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 42 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric...
  • Page 43 • “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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