Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 DMC-FS28 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 DMC-FS28 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 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.
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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.
■ About the battery pack CAUTION • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns.
■ About the battery charger CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated. • Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items. • Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.
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.
Contents Information for Your Safety .......2 Before use ...................................7 Standard accessories ................8 Names and Functions of Main Parts .................................10 Charging the battery ................12 Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery .......13 Sequence of operations ...........14 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ........15 Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) .................16 Specifications ..........................
Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of January 2012. Battery pack DMW-BCK7E • Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. Battery charger DE-A92A Battery charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. AC Mains Lead K2CT3YY00034 Hand strap VFC4297 USB connection cable K1HY08YY0015 CD-ROM VFF0909 • Software: Use it to install the software on your PC.
■Optional Accessories Battery Pack DMW-BCK7 AV Cable DMW-AVC1 Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card RP-SDU64GE1K RP-SDA32GE1K/RP-SDU32GE1K RP-SDA1
Names and Functions of Main Parts DMC-FS40 1 DMC-FS41 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 20 19 DMC-FS28 1 2 18 17 3 4 16 15 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 20 19 DMC-S5 1 2 DMC-S2 18 17 3 4 16 15 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 20 19 10 VQT3X04 (ENG) 18 17 16 15 14
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp Flash Lens Lens barrel LCD monitor Power button Microphone Shutter button DMC-FS40 We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.
Charging the battery Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet Charging light ([CHARGE]) On: Charging in progress (approx. 120 min. if fully depleted) Off: Charging complete ■About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCK7E. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped.
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 • Battery: Insert all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery. • Card: Insert all the way firmly until it clicks.
Sequence of operations Press the Power button ( ) The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Press the shutter button ( ) and take pictures Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) ■Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE] button to select the Recording Mode. Taking pictures with automatic settings. Take pictures with your own settings. Take pictures according to scene. Take motion pictures.
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” Select the desired language and then click “Operating Instructions” to install To return to the install menu.
Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorise 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.
Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source Power Consumption DC 5.1 V When recording: DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 DMC-FS28 1.0 W DMC-S2 DMC-S5 1.1 W When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 DMC-FS28 14,100,000 pixels DMC-S2 DMC-S5 16,100,000 pixels Image sensor DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 DMC-FS28 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels Primary colour filter DMC-S2 DMC-S5 1/2.
Specifications Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter Shutter speed 8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second Exposure (AE) AUTO (Programme AE) Metering Mode Multi metering LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Microphone / Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx.
Dimensions DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 Approx. 96.4 mm (W) x 55.5 mm (H) x 19.9 mm (D) [3.8” (W) x 2.2” (H) x 0.78” (D)] (excluding the projection part) DMC-FS28 Approx. 97.6 mm (W) x 56.2 mm (H) x 20.8 mm (D) [3.8” (W) x 2.2” (H) x 0.82” (D)] (excluding the projection part) DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Approx. 97.9 mm (W) x 56.6 mm (H) x 20.6 mm (D) [3.9” (W) x 2.2” (H) x 0.81” (D)] (excluding the projection part) Mass DMC-FS40 DMC-FS41 With card and battery: Approx. 119 (0.26 lb) Excluding card and battery: Approx. 103 (0.
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