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    Operating Instructions Digital Camera/Lens Kit Model No. DMC-G1K Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian
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    COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Carefully observe copyright laws. in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. • G MICRO SYSTEM is a lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on a Micro Four Thirds
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    for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-G1 Responsible party:Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211
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    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. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC (140 oF) or incinerate. CAUTION Battery pack
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    and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the camera body carefully. • Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera body. Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may
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    13 About the Lens 14 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens 15 Attaching the Strap 17 Attaching the Lens Hood 18 Charging the Take a picture with manual focus (MF 45 • Focusing 46 • When the subject is not in focus............46 6 VQT1U32 • Preventing jitter (camera shake 46 • Program
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    set or will not work under some conditions 143 Troubleshooting 146 Number of recordable pictures 153 Specifications 156 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 159 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 160 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 161 Limited Warranty (For USA
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    in these operating instructions is based on the 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in the DMC-G1K. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P159) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic's parts department at
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    Before Use 1 2 3 4 5 H-FS014045 VYC0981 VYF3201 VFC4315 6 7 8 9 10 VFC4357 11 DMW-BLB13PP DE-A49B 12 13 K2CA2EA00002 K1HA08CD0021 14 K1HA08CD0019 VFC4355 VKF4385 9 VQT1U32
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    Before Use Names of the Components ∫ Camera body 1 Flash (P58) 2 Sensor 3 Self-timer indicator (P68) AF assist lamp (P107) 4 Lens release button (P16) 5 Lens lock pin 6 Mount 7 Lens fitting mark (P15) 8 Front dial (P27, 42, 47, 50, 51, 63, 84, 85) 12 3 8 76 5 4 There are 2 ways to operate the
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    Before Use In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below eyelet (P17) • Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 33 [HDMI] socket (P125, 126) 34 [DIGITAL/V.OUT] socket (P118, 120, 124) 35 Card door (P23) 36
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    P22) 39 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. 37 38 39 ∫ Lens H-FS014045 (LUMIX G VARIO 14 -45 mm/F3.5- 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 40 Tele 41 Lens surface 42 Focus ring (P72) 43 Wide 44 Zoom ring (P48) 45 [O.I.S.] switch (P16) 46
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    Before Use Rotating the LCD monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to
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    lens 3 Mount adaptor (DMW-MA1) 4 Micro Four Thirds mount specification camera (DMC-G1) 5 Four Thirds mount specification camera ¢ It cannot be mounted on the Four Thirds mount specification camera. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic
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    cap A and the body cap B in the direction of the arrow to detach them. • Do not put your hands inside the mount. Align the lens fitting marks C (red marks) on the camera body and the lens and then rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. • Do not press the
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    Preparation ∫ Optical image stabilizer Lens included in the DMC-G1K has a stabiliser function. The optical image stabilizer function is set for activation when the lens is attached to the camera body. Set the [O.I.S.] switch to [ON]. • You can change the optical image stabilizer mode to [MODE1], [
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    strap. Note • Be sure to follow the steps and attach the strap correctly. • Check that the strap is firmly attached to the camera. • Attach the strap so that the "LUMIX" LOGO is on the outside. • Use the strap around your shoulder. - Do not wrap around your neck. - It may result in injury
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    . • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. • Check the part number on the lens hood before attaching it to the lens. To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the 14- 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in the DMC-G1K Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at
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    battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • 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
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    . • The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. Note • Do not use any other Panasonic SD Memory Card (512 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Use the 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera
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    Preparation The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. [e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 82.] When using
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    (OPEN side) and then open the battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLB13PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee is on as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other
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    is turned off. • Close the flash. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card door to open it. Preparation Push it fully it again. Note • Always turn the camera off before opening the card door. • Before removing the card, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has
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    Memory Card in equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used.) • damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc. •
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    and noon is displayed as PM 12:00. This display format is common in the US and elsewhere. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • Turn the camera off after finishing setting the clock. Then turn it on and check that the clock setting is correct. • When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to
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    times during recording. • You can set the year from 2000 to 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera it will not be printed correctly when you use a photo printing service, even if the store provides a date printing option for your photographs. • If the clock is set, the correct date
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    ) in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: Setting [I.EXPOSURE] from [OFF] to [HIGH] in the Program AE mode Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B Mode dial ON OFF Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press [MENU/SET
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    Preparation Press 3/4 or rotate the front dial to select [I.EXPOSURE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 or rotate the front dial right to move to the second or screen. Press 1 or the front dial. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a
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    Preparation Setting the Quick Menu By using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. Press [Q.MENU] to display the quick menu. Q.MENU Press 3/4/2/1 or rotate the front dial to select the menu item and the setting. • Menus
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    Refer to P98 for details about [REC] mode menu. • Refer to P106 for details about [GUIDE LINE]. Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. [REVIEW]: o [AUTO REVIEW] [OFF]/[1SEC.]/[3SEC.]/[5SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway
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    Preparation [HIGHLIGHT] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas areas if the distance between the camera and the subject is too close when taking pictures with the flash. If [HIGHLIGHT] is set to [ON] in this case, the area directly illuminated by
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    Set the focus confirmation beep, the self-timer beep and the alarm beep. [s] (Muted) [t] (Low) [u] (High) Set to match the type of TV. [TV ASPECT] [W]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. [X]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the video cable is connected. 32 VQT1U32
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    read the operating instructions for the TV.) • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P125 for details. Setup so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using
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    camera to a PC or a printer supporting camera again. • If the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX
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    Preparation About LCD monitor/Viewfinder LCD Monitor This is convenient as it allows you to take pictures from various angles by adjusting the LCD monitor. (P13) ∫ Taking pictures at a normal angle ∫ Taking pictures at a high angle Open the LCD monitor 180o toward you, and adjust the angle. ∫
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    when [ROTATE DISP.] (P112) is set to [ON]) • Pictures may not be displayed vertically if they were taken with the camera aimed up or down. • You can only use the direction detection function when using a compatible lens. (P14) (Refer to the catalog, website etc. for compatible lenses.) 36 VQT1U32
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    versa). • Eye sensor might not work properly depending on the shape of your eyeglasses, the way you hold the camera, or bright light shining around the eyepiece. Switch manually in that case. Press [LVF/LCD] to switch the monitor screen. • It is possible to switch between the LCD (LCD monitor) and
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    be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the scene mode which enables you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. Turn the camera on. ON OFF Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust
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    automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual exposure mode (P85) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Custom mode (P97) Use this mode to take pictures with previously
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    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. • The following functions are activated automatically. - Scene detection/[D.RED-EYE]/Face detection/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/ [I.EXPOSURE
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    when the subject is not focused. In this case, a picture is not taken. Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject again. • The focus range is different depending on used lens. - When 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is used: 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to ¶ Basic 1 2 Press the
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    , Sunrise, Under low brightness conditions, When the camera is shaken, When zoom is used • To take back of a subject. In this case, the subject will become dark, so . • Flash is activated twice. Especially with [ ] or [ ], digital red-eye reduction (P59) is executed, and the time until the second
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    [MODE2] can be set. [CUSTOM MENU] menu - [CUST. SET MEM.] (P105)/[GUIDE LINE] (P106) [SETUP] menu - [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP]/[LANGUAGE] • Only adjustment/[EX. OPT. ZOOM]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ISO LIMIT SET]/ [AF/AE LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK HOLD]/[DIRECT AF AREA]/[SHOOT W/O LENS] • The other items on
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    when the subject is not focused. In this case, a picture is not taken. Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject again. • The focus range is different depending on used lens. - When 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is used: 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to ¶ • If the [SENSITIVITY
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    mode dial to [AFC]. • "AFC" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Continuous". The camera is continuously focusing on the subject while the shutter button is pressed halfway. • It may , is performed. Take a picture with manual focus (MF) Set the focus mode dial to [MF]. • For details, refer to P72.
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    A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is dark) D Aperture value¢ E Shutter speed¢ F (P131). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture
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    when Program shift is activated. • To cancel Program shift, turn the camera off or rotate the front dial until the Program shift indication disappears. ∫ Example of Program shift When 14 -45 mm/F3.5- 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is used (A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed 1 Program shift amount
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    Extended optical zoom (EZ) Digital zoom Focus range/ Maximum magnification When 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is used 14 mm to ] (P98) ¢1 This is the equivalent value for a 35 mm film camera. ¢2 The magnification level differs depending on [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT RATIO]
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    in succession. ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter button halfway. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard "Design rule for Camera File system" established by JEITA "Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association" and with Exif "Exchangeable Image
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    Basic Changing the Information Displayed on the playback screen Press [DISPLAY] to switch the monitor screen. A [DISPLAY] button • The [DISPLAY] button is not activated when the menu screen is displayed. You can only select Normal display or No display in playback zoom (P51) and during a slide show
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    recorded on that day is displayed. • You can display the calendar between January 2000 and December 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera, the recording date is set as January 1st, 2008. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [WORLD TIME], the pictures are displayed
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    zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipment. • The zoom magnification and the zoom position are canceled when the camera is turned off (including power save mode). • The zoom position returns to the center in the following images. - Images with different aspect ratios
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    [YES] and delete the pictures. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] cannot be selected if no pictures have been set as [FAVORITE].) Note • Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while [,] is displayed). Use a battery with a sufficient power or the AC adaptor (P132). • If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) Switching the display of the LCD Monitor/ Viewfinder Switching the displayed information Press [DISPLAY] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. LCD monitor display With the [LCD DISP.STYLE] (
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    [OFF]. Color of the screen can be selected from 3 colors of blue, red or black. (P105) Note • In [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P91), the guide line is gray. ∫ Recording guide line When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures
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    setting. 5 Press [Q.MENU] to close the quick menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the quick menu. • Position of the guide line can be set from the [CUSTOM MENU] menu too. ∫ About the Histogram A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black
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    manual exposure mode - When the flash is activated - When the flash is closed • When the brightness of the screen is not correctly displayed in dark places • When the exposure is not adequately adjusted • The histogram is an approximation in recording mode. • The histogram displayed in this camera
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed.
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    or [ ] is set. The subject should not move until the second flash is activated. Flash interval depends on the brightness of the subject. ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the
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    camera and the subject when taking a picture. The distance with subject from which the flash light is interrupted differs according to the lens used. - When 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K -priority AE mode and B (Bulb) in the manual exposure mode. • When the flash is activated,
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    is insufficient for the subject. • When taking a picture with the flash, we recommend removing the lens hood. In some cases it may not allow the scene to be illuminated properly. • It may take time to charge the • The flash output setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. VQT1U32 61
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro Applicable modes: 2nd curtain synchro activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. Select [FLASH SYNCHRO] in the [REC] mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to
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    the amount of light given to the CCD by the aperture value and the shutter speed. • The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the exposure value during the Intelligent auto mode is not memorized. • The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Set the drive mode lever to [ ]. A Focus on the subject and take a picture. A When
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    focusing¢3 Focus set with manual focus ¢1 When subject is dark, the focus burst speed may become slower because the camera is continuously focusing on the subject. ¢3 review function is activated regardless of the auto review setting. (Will not enlarge/ hold) You cannot set the auto review
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    taken. • The picture count is reset to [0] if you change the auto bracket setting, change the setting on the drive mode lever or turn the camera off before all the pictures that you set are taken. ∫ Changing the settings for [STEP] and [SEQUENCE] in auto bracket 1 Select [AUTO BRACKET] in the
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    may not be compensated with auto bracket depending on the brightness of the subject. • The auto review function is activated regardless of the auto review setting. (Will not enlarge/ hold) You cannot set the auto review function in the [SETUP] menu. • When the flash is activated, you can take only
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    to select the mode and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Settings 10 seconds 10 seconds/3 pictures 2 seconds • If you set [ ], after 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the
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    • You can also use the front dial to select. Item Effect The camera automatically detects the person's face. The [š]: Face detection focus and exposure can is brought into focus. • The camera may detect the subjects other than a person as the face. In this case, switch the AF mode to any modes
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    than a human being - When the camera is shaking • The face detection function is not activated when using the digital zoom. Setting up [ ] (AF when it has failed to AF track. AF mode will be switched to [Ø] in that case. • [ ] will operate as [Ø] in the [STANDARD] ( ), [DYNAMIC] ( )
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    same or similar color to the subject. - When jitter is occurring - When zoom is operated • The AF tracking function does not work while using the digital zoom. Setting the AF area AF area can be moved when [Ø] is selected. The size of AF area can also be changed. • You can also
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    mode: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is or [AFC]. - Changing [ASPECT RATIO] or [PICTURE SIZE]. - Turning the camera off. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to magnify the MF assist screen. • Rotate the
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    manual focus or taking close-up pictures. A Focus distance reference mark B Focus distance reference line C 0.3 m (0.99 feet) (When 14 - 45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K subject again. • The MF assistance does not appear when using the digital zoom. • Even if 2 is pressed in My Color mode,
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    • The aperture value and the shutter speed light. • If you release [AF/AE LOCK], AE Lock is canceled. While pressing [AF/AE LOCK], move the camera as you compose the picture. B AE lock indication Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject and then press it fully. ∫ Fixing the
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    and the exposure even if you release the [AF/AE LOCK] button after pressing it. (P106) • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with manual focus. • The exposure is set, even if the brightness of the subject changes. • The subject can be focused again by pressing the shutter button halfway
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    white, auto white balance may not function properly. In a case like this, set the white balance to a mode other than [AWB]. 1 Auto white balance will work within this range. 2 Blue sky 3 Cloudy sky (Rain) 4 Shade 5 TV screen 6 Sunlight 7 White fluorescent light 8 Incandescent light bulb 9 Sunrise
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    the white balance manually • You can also set from the quick menu. (P29) Select [ 1 ] or [ 2 ] and then press 3. Aim the camera at a sheet case, adjust the subject to an appropriate brightness and then reset the white balance. Setting the color temperature You can set the color temperature manually
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    press [MENU/SET]. 2 : A (AMBER: ORANGE) 1 : B (BLUE: BLUISH) 3 : G_ (GREEN: GREENISH) 4 : M` (MAGENTA: REDDISH setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The white balance fine cases. - When you reset the white balance in [ 1 ] or [ 2 ] - When you reset the color temperature manually
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    depending on brightness within the maximum setting of [ISO800]. ([ISO400] when the flash is used) ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize
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    shutter button was pressed fully. • The setting is fixed to [ ] in the following cases. - In [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET] in scene mode - In [INDOOR PORTRAIT [ ] in shutter-priority AE mode and manual exposure mode. Also, you cannot select [AUTO] in manual exposure mode. • To avoid picture noise, we
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    [STANDARD] ( ) in [ ] and [ ] mode.] Every type of film for film cameras has its own color tone and contrast characteristics. In film mode, you can select the color of the stored colors are increased. Brighter red, green and blue. Enhanced beauty of nature. The contrast is lowered for smoother
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    a film. Press 3/4 to select an item and 2/1 to adjust. • You can also use the front dial to adjust. • Registered settings are memorized even if the camera is turned off. Press [FILM MODE], press 3/4 to select an item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can register 2 settings. ([MY FILM 1] and [MY
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) Multi film bracket It will take pictures changing the type of film in accordance with the setting every time the shutter button is pressed. (Up to 3 pictures) • You can also set from the quick menu. (P29) Press 2/1 to select [MULTI FILM]. Select either [MULTI FILM 1],
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    subject is too bright in Aperture-priority AE mode. Set the aperture value to a lower number when the subject is too dim. • When you use a lens with an aperture ring, the setting for the front dial becomes effective if you rotate the aperture ring to the [A] position and the aperture ring
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    mode to Shutter-priority AE mode while the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [ ] (Intelligent). [REC] mode: ² Taking picture by setting the exposure manually Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Set the mode dial to [²]. Rotate the front dial to set the aperture
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    REC] mode menu to [ON] before taking pictures. (P104) • The manual exposure assistance does not appear. Note • It is possible to change the [SENSITIVITY] is automatically set to [ISO100] when you switch the recording mode to Manual exposure while the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [AUTO] or [ ] (Intelligent
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    ∫ Depth of field properties Aperture value ¢1 Focus length of the lens Small Tele Large Wide Distance to the subject Depth of field (effective preview will be displayed like a time-release film. It is used in cases such as stopping the movement of running water. Press [DISPLAY] while
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    The following items cannot be set in advanced scene mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. - [SENSITIVITY]/Items other ] ( ) in film mode/ [METERING MODE]/[FLASH SYNCHRO]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ISO LIMIT SET] ∫ About the aperture value and the shutter
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    away subjects as a priority. [NATURE] The best setting for photographing natural scenery. [ARCHITECTURE] This setting takes sharp photographs of architecture. The guide lines are displayed. (P55) [CREATIVE SCENERY] The shutter speed (P84) can be changed in the [NORMAL SCENERY] setting. VQT1U32 89
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    differs depending on the lens you are using.) [FLOWER] Flowers outdoor are recorded with natural colors in macro settings. The guide lines are displayed. (P55 it again. • Close-up mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera, so it takes longer to focus on the further subjects. • When you
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [NIGHT PORTRAIT] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. [NIGHT PORTRAIT] Uses when taking photographs of people with night scenery as a background. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • The initial setting for
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    When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode ] ( ) in film mode/ [METERING MODE]/[FLASH SYNCHRO]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ISO LIMIT SET] ï [SUNSET] Select this when you
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    the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer-" bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied). • If the camera is set to [WITHOUT AGE], the age is not recorded even if the time and birthday are set. This means the age cannot be displayed even if camera is set to [WITH AGE] after taking the pictures. • Intelligent ISO sensitivity
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) í [PET] Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set the birthday of your pet. You can then display the age when playing back the pictures. Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] for information about the age display setting and the birthday
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    (P29). Note • Adjustments made with My color mode are not in effect in other recording modes. • My color setting set is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • Icons for the adjusted items are displayed in the LCD monitor/viewfinder when the My Color settings are adjusted. Displayed icon is
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set to the mode dial to the desired mode and select the desired menu settings in advance. Select [CUST. SET
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    are displayed.) [AF/AE LOCK] [AF/AE LOCK HOLD] [AF+MF] [FOCUS PRIORITY] F [AF ASSIST LAMP] [PRE AF] [Fn BUTTON SET] o [AUTO REVIEW] [LONG SHTR NR] [SHOOT W/O LENS] Press [MENU/SET] to enter the settings. A Saving of the selected custom settings is displayed on the screen. ∫ When changing the menu
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    ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Applicable modes: [X]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc. [X] [Y] [W] Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check
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    ratio. "EZ" is an abbreviation of "Extended optical Zoom". • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels a PC in high quality)¢2 ¢1 If you delete a RAW file from the camera, the corresponding JPEG image will also be deleted. ¢2 It is fixed to maximum
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    method. Center weighted This is the camera to track the movements of a subject which continues to move in a fixed direction). Note • The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. - When there is a lot of jitter. - When the zoom magnification is high. - When using the digital
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    effect in [MODE3] is more difficult to achieve in the following cases. - In brightly lit places such as in broad daylight on a summer's day - When the shutter speed is faster than 1/100th of a second. - When you move the camera too slowly because the subject is moving slowly. (The background will
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    deterioration Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P48 for details. ) [DIGITAL ZOOM] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. This can Refer to P48 for details. • If camera shake (jitter) is a problem during zooming, it is recommended that [STABILIZER] be set to [MODE1].
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    [BURST RATE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can set the burst speed. Applicable modes: [H]/[L] Note • Refer to P64 for details. Advanced (Recording pictures) [AUTO BRACKET] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can set the compensation range of the
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    . Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • If you set [ON], the countdown screen is displayed when the shutter button is pressed. Do not move the camera at this time. After the countdown is finished, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same time as the selected shutter speed for signal processing. • We
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    . [CUST. SET MEM.] Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. • Refer the LCD monitor. (P54) [OFF] [ ]: Blue colors [ ]: Red colors [ ]: Black colors [ • LCD monitor display and viewfinder display can be switched manually by pressing [LVF/LCD]. (P37) [HISTOGRAM] This
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    picture. (P55) [OFF]/[ ]/[ ] [ ]: Position of the guide line can be set. Refer to P56 on how to set. return to previous screen when [ ] is pressed again. [PRE AF] Depending on the setting, camera will adjust the focus automatically before pressing the shutter button halfway. [OFF] [ ]: Quick AF
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    14 -45 mm/F3.5 - 5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K is attached and at Wide: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) • When you do not want to use the AF assist lamp (e.g. when taking pictures of animals in dark places), set the [AF ASSIST LAMP] to [OFF]. In this case, it will become more difficult
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    ring while AF lock (focus mode is set to [AFS] and shutter button is half-way pressed, or AF lock with [AF/AE LOCK]). In manual focus, the assistance screen appears on the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject. [MF ASSIST] [OFF] [ON]: Center of the screen will be enlarged
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    set to [ON]. A Dial operation guide [MENU RESUME] The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is turned off. [OFF]/[ON] the camera is purchased, and it needs to be optimized annually after the purchase. • Turn the camera off and on after the pixels are corrected. [SHOOT W/O LENS]
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    the picture. [SLIDE SHOW] This is recommended when playing back pictures on a TV screen. You can skip unwanted pictures if [FAVORITE] (P111) has been set Item [DURATION] Settings 1SEC./2SEC./3SEC./5SEC./[MANUAL] (manual playback) • You can only select [MANUAL] when [Ü] has been selected in step
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    Advanced (Playback) Ü [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favorites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) Select [FAVORITE] on the [
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    were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. Rotate (The picture is rotated manually) Select [ROTATE] on close the menu. Note • [ROTATE DISP.] can only be used with the lens compatible (P14) with the direction detection function (P36). • When you play back
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    (Playback) O [DPOF PRINT] DPOF "Digital Print Order Format" is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store
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    can be set from 0 to 999. • With a printer supporting PictBridge, the date print settings of the printer may take precedence so check if this is the case. • It may not be possible to use the DPOF print settings with other equipment. In this case, cancel all the settings, and reset the settings. • If
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    Advanced (Playback) Q [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) You can reduce the size of a recorded picture. (Pictures set to the minimum number of pixels for [ASPECT RATIO] cannot be further reduced in size.) Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the
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    Advanced (Playback) [TRIMMING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [TRIMMING] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the front dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be trimmed.
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    Advanced (Playback) ? [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y] or a [X] aspect ratio. Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [Y] or [X] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select a picture taken with [W] aspect ratio,
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    doing this. • Read the separate operating instructions for the supplied software for more information about connectors may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) B Align the marks, and insert. C DC remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status
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    " on the task tray of the PC. If the icon is not displayed, check that [ACCESS] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware. Note • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (P132). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the
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    in the PTP mode. Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera's LCD monitor. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Perform the print quality and other
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    want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [PAPER SIZE] or [PAGE LAYOUT] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions
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    other equipment [PRINT WITH DATE] Item Description of settings [OFF] [ON] Date is not printed. Date is printed. • If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the picture. • Since the printer's settings may take precedence over the print with date setting, check
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    cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout. DPOF picture • Set the DPOF print setting on the camera in advance. (P113) Press 4 to select orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the total number of DPOF prints
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    may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) Connect the video cable B (supplied) to the video input socket on the TV. Connect the video cable to the [V. OUT] socket on the camera. Turn the TV on and select external input. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. Note • Depending on the [ASPECT
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    be output with a digital signal. If you connect this unit to a HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you can enjoy them in high resolution. If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) are
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    instructions for the TV. Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? • VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible
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    • Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV. • Operation is not possible with a cable that
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    When using other commercially available external flashes without communication functions with the camera (DMC-G1) • It is necessary to set the exposure on the external to match the settings on the camera. • Set to Aperture-priority AE mode or Manual exposure mode on the camera and then set the same
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    a tripod when taking picture. • Turn off the camera when removing the external flash. • Detach the external flash when carrying the camera. • When attaching the external flash, do not hold of the recorded picture. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for details. VQT1U32 129
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    to protect the camera's lens. The ND instructions for each filter for details. • MCu"Multi-coated" NDu"Neutral Density" • It is recommended to use the MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional), the ND filter (DMW-LND52; optional), or the PL filter (DMW-LPL52; optional) with the lens included in DMC-G1K
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    . • Slide it to the other side to cancel [LOCK]. Note • Do not use any other remote shutters except DMW-RSL1 (optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases. - When the power save mode is canceled VQT1U32 131
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    . • Close the flash. Connect the AC cable. Connect the DC cable A. • Pull open the DC cable cover 1 and then connect the DC cable to the camera body using the same steps as "Inserting/Removing the Battery" (P22). Pull the DC cable through the opening as shown in the illustration and then
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    SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P25) Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press 1. • When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears. Press [MENU/SET], and set the home area on the screen in step 3. Press
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    (P44) : Burst (P64) : Auto bracket (P66) STD 11 12 : Self-timer (P68) 13 5 Digital zoom (P48, 102) 6 Picture size (P98) 7 Quality (P99) 8 LCD mode¢2 (P31) 22 ISO sensitivity (P79) 11 12 17 Exposure compensation value (P63)/Manual 13 exposure assistance (P85) 18 Shutter speed (P46) 19
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    ] (Finder style) 37 Self-timer¢6 (P68) 38 Spot metering target (P100) 23 24 25 26 ¢4 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and A 2nd after switching from playback mode to recording mode. ¢5 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when this
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    Others ∫ In playback 1 Playback mode (P49) 2 Film mode (P81) 1 2 3 4 5 678 3 Protected picture (P114) 4 Number of DPOF prints (P113) 5 Picture size (P98) STD 1 14 1/9 9 6 Quality (P99) 10 7 LCD mode (P31) 8 Battery indication (P20) 9 Picture number/Total pictures 13 10 Cable
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    drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures on the camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the camera near cell phones
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    case or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. ∫ About dirt on the image sensor This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get inside the camera body when changing lenses your nearest Service Center. red, blue or
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    cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may be affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures
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    in the card case or the storage camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic instructions for the tripod carefully. About the strap • If you attach a heavy interchangeable lens (more than about 1 kg) to the camera body, do not carry the camera by the strap. Hold the camera and the lens
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    on the screen in some cases. The major messages are LENS IS ATTACHED CORRECTLY] • Check that the lens is attached correctly and then turn the camera off and on. > If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. [MEMORY CARD PARAMETER ERROR] > Use a card compatible
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    TV] • The video cable is connected to the camera. > Press [MENU/SET] if you want to delete this message at once. > Select [TV ASPECT] in the [SETUP] menu if you want to change the TV aspect. (P32) • This message also appears when the USB connection cable is connected to the camera only. In this case
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    in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. The table below lists these functions set or will not or will not work work [AUTO REVIEW] (P30) • When the burst mode is set When non-compatible lenses are used [EX. OPT. ZOOM] (P48, • When set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] 102) [DIGITAL ZOOM] (
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    [SMOOTH] ( ) in film mode • When using the digital zoom [MF ASSIST] (P72, 108) • When using the digital zoom AF Lock (P74) • When manual focus is set AE Lock (P74) • º mode [WHITE P100) • Advanced scene mode • Û mode [STABILIZER] (P100) • When non-compatible lenses are used 144 VQT1U32
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    scene mode • Û mode [ISO LIMIT SET] (P104) • º mode • Advanced scene mode • Û mode • mode [PRE AF] (P106) • mode • Preview mode • When non-compatible lenses are used [DIRECT AF AREA] (P107) • Advanced scene mode • Û mode • mode [AF ASSIST LAMP] (P107) • mode • / and in mode • ï in [SCENE MODE
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    exhausted. • Charge the battery. • If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted. > Turn the camera off frequently by using the [ECONOMY] mode etc. (P31) This unit is turned off automatically. • If you connect to a TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) and turn
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    when lens or image sensor gets dirty with finger print or similar. > If the lens is dirty turn the camera off and then gently wipe the lens surface is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly. (P46) • Is [FOCUS PRIORITY] in the [CUSTOM MENU] menu set to [OFF]? (P107) In this case, the
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    , picture may be warped slightly or see colors in the edge depending on the zoom factor, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped because the perspective is enhanced when the wide angle is used. This is not a malfunction. Flash
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    camera monitor when the camera is connected to a PC or printer. Black, red, blue and green dots seconds after turning the camera on indoors under fluorescent sensors which serve as the camera's pickup sensors. This is not or blue flashes when you move your eyes in the viewfinder, or when the camera is
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    can only display the pictures rotated if you use a lens that supports the direction detection function (P36) and [ROTATE DISP.] picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately cases, these pictures may be displayed with a deteriorated picture
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    to the unit off and then back on again. > Set [VIERA Link] to [Off] on the TV and then turn it back to [On]. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) The picture cannot be transferred when the camera is connected to a PC. • Is the camera connected to the PC correctly? • Is the
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    a sound from the lens and image in the LCD monitor may suddenly change when the brightness has changed by zoom operation or moving the camera, but there is . • If the battery was inserted or removed without first turning the camera's power off, the folder and file numbers for the pictures taken will
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    Others Others Number of recordable pictures • The number of recordable pictures is an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures depends on the subjects. Aspect ratio Picture size Quality 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256
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    Others Aspect ratio Picture size Quality 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB Card 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB Aspect ratio Picture size Quality 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB Card 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB A 9 21 45 90 180 360 730
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    Aspect ratio Picture size Quality 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB Card 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB W : 1920k1080 pixels (2.1 million pixels) A › 26 52 2 2 56 105 5 5 115 220 10 10 220 430 20 21 440 860 40 42 900 1720 81 84 1800 3410 160
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    number 13,060,000 pixels, Primary color filter Digital zoom: Max. 4k Extended optical zoom: ON/OFF simple enlargement (compatible with lenses from (Except for the maximum other manufacturers) picture size for each aspect ratio) Focus: Auto focus/Manual focus, Face detection/AF Tracking/ 23-area
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    : Quality: Recording file format: Interface Digital: Analog video: Terminal [REMOTE]: [DIGITAL/V.OUT]: [HDMI]: [DC IN]: the projecting parts) Mass (weight): Approx. 385 g/13.6 oz (camera body), Approx. 635 g/22.4 oz (with the 14 -45 mm/F3.5 -5.6 lens included in DMC-G1K, card and battery)
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    DIGITAL CAMERA 9.3 V 1.2 A CHARGE 8.4 V 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BLB13PP): Information for your safety Voltage: 7.2 V Interchangeable Lens (H-FS014045) "LUMIX (weight): Approx. 60 mm (2.36 inch) (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) Approx. 195
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    SD Memory Card ¢1 AVAILABLE SOON ¢2 We recommend to use these filters for the lens included in DMC-G1K. If you are using other lenses, please use the filters compatible with that lens. • Read P14 for information about other lenses that can be used. • Refer to P20 for information about the battery
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    State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY
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    what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 VQT1U32 161
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    PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Digital Still Camera applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or
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    or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service center. If the problem is
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    Others Customer Services Directory (For USA Only) 164 VQT1U32
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    Auto LCD Off 31 Auto Power LCD 31 Auto Review 30 Auto White Balance 76 B Baby Mode 93 Rate 103 C Calendar Playback 51 Card 24 Center Weighted 100 Charger 139 Charging 19, 20 Cleaning 138 Deleting Pictures 52 Dial Guide 109 Digital Red-eye Compensation 101 Digital Zoom 48, 102 Diopter
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    Lens 14, 15 Lens Cap 15 Lens Hood 18 Lens Rear Cap 15 LONG SHUTTER NR 104 LVF Display Style 105 LVF/LCD Auto 105 M MANUAL 110 Manual Exposure Assistance 85 Manual Tripods 140 TV Aspect 32 U USB Connection Cable 118, 120 USB Mode 34 V Version Display 33 Video Cable 124 VIERA Link 33,
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    : 245-2520 800-PANA-800 (800-7262-800) 0-800-PANA (0800-7262) Mexico Service To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at: email: [email protected] Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers: 01800-VIP-PANA (01800-847-7262) - Interior (55) 5000-1200
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    For USA and Canada Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler
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VQT1U32
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera/Lens Kit
Model No.
DMC-G1K
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or
send e-mail to: [email protected]