DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午後３時２８分 Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FT3 Before use, please read these instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 2 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 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. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. Carefully observe copyright laws.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 3 ページ Caution for AC mains lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 4 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０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 burns.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 5 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０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.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 6 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０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.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Contents Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 2 Accessories................................................................................................... 8 When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) ................................ 10 (Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera ..............................
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 8 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Please be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera” (P11) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in. Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 9 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre • For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 • For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk. • E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 10 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) It is not a malfunction or failure of the camera. It may be caused by the environment in which the camera is used. What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged • Turn off the power and open the side door in a place with constant ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand and dust.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 11 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 (Important) About the Waterproof/ Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera Waterproof/Dustproof Performance 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 underwater, to a depth not exceeding 12 m (40 feet) for a time not exceeding 60 minutes.
VQT3L33~Body1_eng.fm 12 ページ ２０１１年１月２６日 水曜日 午後２時５分 ∫ Handling of the camera • 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’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. • When the camera is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Check before using underwater Do not open or close the side door in places with sand and dust, close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks. 1 Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side door. • If there is any foreign object, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing malfunction.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 14 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Using the camera underwater • Use the camera underwater at a depth of up to 12 m (40 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF to 104 °F). • Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung). • Do not use the camera at a depth of over 12 m (40 feet). • Do not use it in the hot water over 40 oC (104 °F) (in the bath or hot spring). • Do not use the camera underwater for longer than 60 minutes continuously.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 15 ページ 2 ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Drain water by holding the camera upside down and shaking it lightly a few times. • After using the camera at the seaside or under water, or after washing it, water will remain at the speaker site of the camera for a while and it may cause lower sound or sound distortion. • Fasten the strap firmly to prevent the camera from dropping.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Names of the Components 1 2 3 Flash Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp/LED light Lens 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 LCD monitor Speaker Zoom button Playback button [MODE] button [MENU/SET] button [Q.MENU]/Delete/Cancel button [DISP.] button 1 4 2 5 12 1110 MENU /SET In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. e.g.
VQT3L33~Body1_eng.fm 17 ページ 13 14 15 16 17 18 ２０１１年１月２６日 Motion picture button Shutter button Camera [OFF/ON] button GPS antenna Microphone GPS status indicator 水曜日 午後２時６分 13 1415 16 17 18 19 Tripod receptacle 19 20 [HDMI] socket 21 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 20 ロヰヤレ 22 Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCF10E. It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product 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.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 19 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator A will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 About the Built-in Memory/the Card Built-in Memory • You can copy the recorded pictures to a card. • Memory size: Approx. 19 MB • The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 21 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 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 B, and release the lock. ロヰヤレ 2:Slide the release lever A and open the side door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCF10E). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 22 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the [OFF/ON] button. • [Precautions] is displayed. Be sure to check this so that you can maintain the waterproof performance. [Please set the clock] is displayed by selecting [No] before it starts or by pressing [MENU/SET] after viewing the last screen (12/12). For details about the [Precautions] demo, refer to P12. Press [MENU/SET].
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 23 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Press [MENU/SET] to set. • A setting screen for automatic clock correction is displayed. Select [Yes] to automatically correct the clock, and then press [MENU/SET]. • [GPS Setting] will be set to [ON], and the clock is automatically corrected to the current time. Press [MENU/SET] in the message display screen. Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then press [MENU/SET].
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 24 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Selecting the [Rec] Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the mode. Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of [Rec] Modes ! Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Sports Mode Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 25 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 [Rec] Mode: ñ Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Intelligent Auto], and then press [MENU/SET].
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 26 ページ [Rec] Mode: ñ· ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 ¿ Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures that are compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in monaural. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. • Release the motion picture button right after you press it.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 27 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 [Playback] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. • Normal Playback is displayed automatically when the power is turned on by pressing and holding the [(] button. Press 2 or 1. • After selecting the motion picture, press 3 to start playback. [Playback] Mode: ¸ Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, that are being played back will be deleted.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 28 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 Setting the Menu Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select menu and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. • It will switch to next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by pressing the zoom button) • Screen to the right is an example of selecting [AF Mode] in [Rec] mode Menu. Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 29 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 [Rec] mode: Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode) Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will playback in 2D). Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [3D Photo Mode], and then press [MENU/SET]. • Description of recording method is displayed.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 30 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions 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 Operating Instructions (supplied). Click the [Operating Instructions].
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 31 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 ∫ 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 B and then follow the messages on the screen to install.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 32 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 5.1 V 1.4 W (When recording) 0.7 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels 12,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,500,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens Optical 4.6kzoom, fl4.9 mm to 22.8 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 128 mm)/F3.3 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele) Digital zoom Max. 4k Extra optical zoom Max.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 33 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Hi-speed burst Burst speed Approx. 10 pictures/second (Speed priority) Approx. 7 pictures/second (Image priority) 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9), 2.5M (1:1) is selected as the picture size. Number of recordable pictures When using the built-in memory: Approx. 15 pictures (immediately after formatting) When using a Card: Max. 100 pictures (differs depending on the type of Card and the recording conditions) Minimum Illumination Approx.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 34 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午前９時０分 Terminal [AV OUT/ DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin) [HDMI] MicroHDMI TypeD Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k64 mm (H)k26.5 mm (D) [4.07q(W)k2.52q(H)k1.04q(D)] Mass Approx. 197 g/0.434 lb (with card and battery) Approx. 175 g/0.
VQT3L33~Body3_eng.fm 35 ページ ２０１１年１月２８日 金曜日 午前１１時３６分 Crash resistance perfomance The test method of the camera is in compliance with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”¢. ¢ “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test method standard of the U.S. Defense Department, which specifies performing drop tests from a height of 122 cm (4.0 feet), at 26 orientations (8 corners, 12 ridges, 6 faces) using 5 sets of devices, and passing the 26 orientation drops within 5 devices.
DMC-FT3EB-VQT3L33_eng.book 36 ページ ２０１１年１月２５日 火曜日 午後３時２８分 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
