Summary of the content on the page No. 1
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FT2
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Please also refer to Operating
Instructions (PDF format)
recorded on the CD-ROM
containing the Operating Instructions
(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.
VQT2M41
EB
until
2010/
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 2 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Please be sure to read “(Important) About the waterproof/dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera” (P8) and “Maintenance and waterproof performance” (P10) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in. Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions care
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
VQT2M41~Safety_eng.fm 3 ページ ２０１０年１月３０日 土曜日 午後５時７分 IMPORTANT Caution for AC mains lead The wires in this mains lead are coloured For your safety, please read the following in accordance with the following code: text carefully. Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. This appliance is supplied with a moulded As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the three pin mains plug for your safety and terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: convenience. The wire which is
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
VQT2M41~Safety_eng.fm 4 ページ ２０１０年１月３０日 土曜日 午後５時７分 ∫ 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 bu
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 5 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 ∫ About the battery charger CAUTION! • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. • DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
VQT2M41~Safety_eng.fm 6 ページ ２０１０年２月３日 水曜日 午後３時４３分 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 legisl
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Contents Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 2 (Important) About the waterproof/ dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera................................... 8 Maintenance and waterproof performance ................................................. 10 • Using the camera underwater............................................................... 14 • Causes of w
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 8 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 (Important) About the waterproof/ dustproof and anti-shock performance of the camera • Please observe the following precautions, and avoid using this camera in any situation where the camera is subject to high water pressure. This camera’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IPX8” and “IP6X” ratings. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described in this document are strictly followed, this camera can operate u
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
VQT2M41~Body1_eng.fm 9 ページ ２０１０年２月３日 水曜日 午後３時４４分 ∫ Handling of the camera • Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where temperature is very low (ski resort etc.) or very high [above 40 oC (104 oF)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded. • The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover close to the water by the sea, a lake or river, or wi
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 10 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Maintenance and waterproof performance ∫ To prevent water leaking into the camera, observe the following items before using it. ∫ Check that there is enough remaining battery power or memory in the card. ∫ Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover in places with sand and dust, near water, or with wet hands. ∫ At purchase, the [LOCK] switch is in the locked state. When opening the card/battery door and terminal
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 11 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Confirm that there are no foreign objects on inner side of the card/battery door or terminal cover (B rubber seal and C place where rubber seal meets). A: Terminal cover B: Rubber seal C: Area where rubber seal sits D: Card/Battery door E: Hair and lint F: Sand and dust G: Crack and deformation H:Fluid • If there is any crack or deformation in the rubber seal inside the card/battery door and terminal cover, get the camera inspect
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 12 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Example of foreign object on the inner side of the card/battery door J: Area where rubber seal sits (around the card/ battery compartment) K: Rubber seal site (around the card/battery cover) Example of foreign object on the inner side of the terminal cover L: Area where rubber seal sits (around the connection terminal) M: Rubber seal site (around the terminal cover) • Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid. • T
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 1:With the [LOCK] switch released, close the card/ battery door and terminal cover by pushing until you hear a click. • To prevent water seeping into the camera, be careful not to trap foreign objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc. • Closing the door with the [LOCK] switch in the locked state may result in damage or leaks. 2:Slide the [LOCK] switch in the direction of the arrow until the visible red portion is no longer
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
VQT2M41~Body1_eng.fm 14 ページ ２０１０年１月３０日 土曜日 午後５時１１分 Using the camera underwater • Use the camera underwater up to 10 m (33 feet) depth, water temperature from 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF), and not longer than 60 minutes continuously. • If there is a water or dirt on the camera, use it after wiping it off with a dry soft cloth and dried at well ventilated area. • Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover. • Do not apply shock to the camera underwater. (Waterproof performa
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 15 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Causes of water leak • When the camera is used in the following conditions, a gap may occur between the camera and the card/battery door or terminal cover, causing water to leak and malfunction. – When there are foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., between the card/ battery door or terminal cover and the camera. – When the rubber seal has deteriorated. – When the [LOCK] switch is not closed on the card/battery door and
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Caring of the camera after using it underwater 1 With the card/battery door and terminal cover closed, rinse with water, or if it was used in the sea, soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less. • If you have attached the silicon jacket, be sure to rinse the camera after removing it. • Leaving the camera with foreign objects or saline matter on it may cause damage, discolouration, corros
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 17 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 ∫ This unit incorporates drain design This unit incorporates drain design, draining water in gaps in the camera [OFF/ON] button and zoom lever etc. As a result of this, bubbles may come out when you soak the unit in water, but it is not a malfunction. • Example of water droplets around card/battery slot. A: Water droplet B:Battery C:Card • Water droplets may attach to the card or the battery when the card/battery door is opened
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2010. These may be subject to change. 1 Battery Pack 12 (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 2 Battery Charger DMW-BCF10E DE-A60A (Indicated as battery charger or 3 4 charger in the text) 3 AC Mains Lead 4 USB Connection Cable 5 AV Cable 6 CD-ROM K2CT39A00002 K1HA14AD00
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
VQT2M41~Body1_eng.fm 19 ページ ２０１０年２月３日 水曜日 午後３時４５分 Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre • For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk • E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Technical Support for AV Software • For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869 • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK • For customers: 0
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
DMC-FT2&TS2EB-VQT2M41_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１０年１月２９日 金曜日 午後７時５９分 Names of the Components 1Flash 1 2 3 2 Self-timer indicator/ AF assist lamp/LED light 3 Lens 4 LCD monitor 45 11 5 Motion picture button 6 [MENU/SET] button 10 7 [DISPLAY] button 9 8 [Q.MENU]/Delete button 9 Playback button 10 Mode dial 6 78 11 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation/Auto bracket/White balance fine adjustment B: 4/Macro mode/ AF Tracking C: 2/Self-timer button D: 1/Flash setting button In these operating instruct
