Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FT10 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Please also refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
To prevent water entering the camera, please be sure to read ‘(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera’ (→10) and ‘Camera care and the waterproof performance’ (→12) before using the camera underwater. Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.
■■About the battery pack CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ••Do not heat or expose to flame. ••Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C or incinerate.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of July 2010. Battery pack AC Mains Lead DMW-BCH7E K2CT39A00002 ••Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as Hand strap battery pack or battery in the VFC4393 text. Battery charger DE-A76A Battery charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. Battery case VGQ0J54 Silicone jacket VMG1951 ••The silicone jacket is placed under the main unit.
(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera ••Observe the following precautions, and avoid using the camera in locations subject to high water pressure. The camera’s waterproof and dustproof performance complies with IPX8 and IP6X. Provided the usage and storage precautions in this document are strictly observed, the camera can record underwater in a depth up to 3 m (10 feet), for a time up to 60 minutes.∗1 ••The camera complies with MIL-STD 810F (Method 516.5-Shock).
Camera care and the waterproof performance To prevent water from entering the camera, be sure to observe the following before use. ■■Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover in sandy or dusty locations, while close to water, or with wet hands. When the camera is used in the locations described above, sand or dust may enter through the gaps of the card/battery door or terminal cover and adhere to the camera without you knowing.
Camera care and the waterproof performance (Continued) Causes of water entering the camera When the camera is used in the following conditions, a gap may be formed between the camera and the card/battery door or terminal cover, allowing water to enter and causing a malfunction.
Camera care and the waterproof performance (Continued) Remove adhered foreign objects with the supplied brush : Brush (supplied) Long brush Use to remove substances such as fine or dry sand. Short brush Use to remove large foreign objects, and substances such as wet sand.
Camera care and the waterproof performance (Continued) Care after using the camera at a beach or in the sea or a river Perform the following care procedure within 60 minutes of using the camera at a beach or in the sea or a river, etc. Rinse with water making sure that the card/battery door and terminal cover are closed. If the camera was used in the sea, soak in a shallow container filled with fresh water for approx.
The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. Names of parts Microphone button Shutter button Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp Power button Lens Flash Zoom button Speaker LCD monitor [MODE] button Terminal cover Cursor button Release lever [DISPLAY] button [LOCK] switch [Q.
Charging the battery ■■About batteries that you can use with this unit Connect the charger to the electrical outlet The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCH7E. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.
Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery Check that no foreign objects have adhered to the camera. Turn off the power and open the card/battery door ■■ To remove ••To remove battery: move lever in direction of arrow. Lever Opening and closing the card/battery door and terminal cover (→13) Slide the [LOCK] switch ( ) in the direction of the arrow until the red area ( ) is visible The lock is unlocked. Slide the release lever ( [LOCK] switch side ) to the The card/battery door opens.
Setting the Clock Setting the menu The Clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Power button ( Refer to the procedure example below when operating the [SETUP] menu, [REC] menu and [PLAYBACK] menu. Example: S etting [LCD MODE] from [OFF] to in the [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode ) [PRECAUTIONS] is displayed.
Taking pictures with automatic settings 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. Press the Power button ( ) The power is turned on.
Selecting the Recording Mode Press the Power button ( The power is turned on. Press the [MODE] button ( Taking motion pictures [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: Record motion picture with audio as follows. (Note that recording without audio is not possible.) ) ) Press the [MODE] button Press ▲ or ▼ to select the Recording Mode Press ▲ or ▼ to select [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] ( Press [MENU/SET] ) Start recording [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode Take pictures with your own settings.
Viewing your pictures [NORMAL PLAY] Playback Mode: Press the Playback button ( ) Press ◄► to select the picture Reading the Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format) ••You have practiced the basic operations introduced in these Operating Instructions and want to progress to advanced operations. ••You want to check the Troubleshooting. In these kinds of situations refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied).
Reading the Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format) (Continued) ■■When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click and then follow the messages on the screen to install.
Specifications (Continued) Hi-speed burst Burst speed Number of recordable pictures Approx. 4.6 pictures/second Approx. 15 pictures (When using the built-in memory, immediately after formatting) Max.
Specifications (Continued) MEMO Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A76A): Information for your safety Input 110 V to 240 V ~ 50/60Hz, 0.2 A Output 4.2 V Recommended recharging temperature 10 °C* to 30 °C * The battery cannot be recharged when the temperature is below 0 °C. (The charging light blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.) 0.65 A (Battery charging) Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCH7E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity 3.
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