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    Operating Instructions Digital Camera/Lens Kit Model No. DMC-GH1K Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/
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    Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. 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
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    could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-GH1 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA
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    , SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. • DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. Battery charger/AC adaptor This battery charger/AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger/AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC
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    operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service center. • Do not place your hands inside the mount of the digital camera body. Since the sensor unit is a precision apparatus, it may cause a malfunction or damage. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens
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    2 Standard Accessories 9 Names of the Components 11 Operating the Front Dial 14 Rotating the LCD monitor 14 About the Lens 15 Preparation Attaching/Detaching the Lens 17 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 19 Attaching the Lens Hood 20 Charging the Battery 21 • About the Battery (charging/number
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    picture by setting the exposure manually 91 Confirm the effects of aperture and shutter speed (Preview Mode 93 • Confirm the SYNCHRO 120 • [FLASH ADJUST 121 • [I.EXPOSURE 121 • [EX. OPT. ZOOM 121 • ) [DIGITAL ZOOM 121 • [BURST RATE 122 • [AUTO BRACKET 122 • [SELF-TIMER 122 • [COLOR SPACE
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    Use 166 Message Display 170 Troubleshooting 173 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 181 Specifications 186 Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 190 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers).....191 Request for Service Notice (For USA and
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    these operating instructions is based on the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0- 5.8 lens included in the DMC-GH1K. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P190) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts
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    Before Use 1 2 3 4 5 H-VS014140 DMW-BLB13PP DE-A49B K2CA2EA00002 6 7 8 9 10 VEK0N98 11 K1HA14CD0001 K1HA14AD0001 12 13 14 VFC4411 15 VKF4385 VYC0997 VYF3250 VFC4315 VFC4430 10 VQT2A61
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    ∫ Camera body 1 Flash (P65) 2 Sensor 3 Self-timer indicator (P76) AF assist lamp (P128) 4 Lens release button (P18) 5 Lens lock pin 6 Mount 7 Lens fitting mark (P17) 8 Front dial (P47, 54, 57, 58, 71, 79, 85, 90, 91) 12 3 8 76 5 4 Front dial is described as follows in these operating instructions
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    Before Use In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or ) • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 36 [HDMI] socket (P147, 148) 37 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P146, 151, 153, 155) 38 Card door (
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    40 Battery door (P24) 41 Release lever (P24) 42 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. Before Use 40 41 42 ∫ Lens H-VS014140 (LUMIX G VARIO HD 14 -140 mm/F4.0- 5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.) 43 Tele 44 Lens surface 45 Focus ring (P80
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    dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing. Example of operation 1 "Rotating" 2 "Pressing"¢3 Adjustments of Program Shift ¢1 (P54 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
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    and scratches. About the Lens This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the Micro Four Thirds™ System lens mount specification (Micro Four Thirds mount) such as the LUMIX G VARIO HD 14 -140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S. lens included in DMC-GH1K. Select a lens that matches the scene
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    ∫ When using lenses other than the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K • Depending on the type of lens, you may not be able to use some functions such as the direction detection function (P40), [STABILIZER] (P119), Quick AF (P127) and Continuous AF (P127). • The available flash range etc
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    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 lens release button when you attach a lens. • Do not try to attach the lens when holding it at an angle to the camera body as the lens mount may get scratched
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    Preparation ∫ Optical Image Stabilizer The 14 -140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens included in the DMC-GH1K 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
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    using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder • Check that the shoulder strap is firmly attached to the camera. • Attach the shoulder strap so that the "LUMIX" LOGO is on the outside. • Use the shoulder strap
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    Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at the top and bottom
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    would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • This unit has a function that can distinguish useable batteries. Exclusive batteries (DMW-BLB13PP) are supported by this function. (Conventional batteries not supported by this function cannot
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    oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (512 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Use the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set
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    time when using the LCD monitor Playback time Approx. 260 min The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery. Available continuous recording time when using the LCD monitor (when recording motion pictures
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    stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment. • Before removing the battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card itself
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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" (P24). Pull the DC cable through the opening as shown in the illustration and then close the
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    off. • Close the flash. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card door to open it. Push it camera off before opening the card door. • Before removing the card, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate
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    equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used.) • You can only use cards with website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) Note • Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or
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    12:00 and noon is displayed as PM 12:00. This display format is common in the North America and elsewhere. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • Turn the camera 3 and 4 to set the clock. • Once a charged battery has been installed for 24 hours, the clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-
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    • This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. [MY MENU] • This menu lets you set the [REC the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications. VQT2A61 29
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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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    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 next screen. Press 1 or the front dial. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. Press 3/4
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    the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] to display the Quick Menu in recording status. Q.MENU Press 3/4/2/1 or rotate the front dial to select the menu item and
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    [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before SET] [ASPECT RATIO]/[QUALITY]/[METERING MODE]/ [I.EXPOSURE]/[GUIDE LINE]/[ REC AREA]/ [REMAINING DISP.] • Refer of the battery. p [POWER SAVE]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not
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    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 the photo flash will become white saturated and appear blinking in black and white. • The LCD/EVF
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    bright places. LCD [LCD MODE] [OFF] „ [AUTO POWER LCD]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. ... [POWER LCD]: The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when taking pictures outdoors. • The brightness of the pictures displayed on
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    printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set after or before connecting to a PC. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer
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    Button operation of the main unit will be limited. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P148 for details. [VERSION DISP.] This enables the firmware versions of the camera and lens to be checked. • [-. -] is displayed as the lens firmware when the lens is
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    please try another card before contacting Panasonic or our Service Center. For USA and Puerto Rico 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
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    the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with apart. • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button. • Do not touch the front of the lens. (P168) • When taking pictures, make
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    is performed with the camera aimed up or down. • Motion pictures taken with the camera held vertically are not displayed vertically. • You can only use the direction detection function when using a compatible lens. (P15) (Refer to the catalogue, website etc. for compatible lenses.) 40 VQT2A61
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    ). • 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. • The eye sensor automatic switching works when the sensor recognizes things that come closer to it, therefore it
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    Basic Mode switching Basic Selecting the [REC] mode, and record still picture or motion picture Turn the camera on. • The status indicator 2 lights when you turn this unit on 1. ON • Make sure the drive mode lever is set to [ ]. OFF Switching the mode
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    Exposure Mode (P91) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Creative Motion Picture Mode (P108) Record motion picture with manual settings. Custom Mode (P102) Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings. Scene Mode (P98
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    Basic Set the focus mode dial to [AFS] or [AFC]. A Shutter button B Motion picture button C [(] button • Refer to P52 for [AFS] and [AFC]. Taking the still picture Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. ∫ For more details
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    leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • 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 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K Manual Focus (P80) 1 2 VQT2A61 45
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    standard settings are set. • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene Mode has been identified as [ ], the shutter when light comes from the back of a subject. In this case, the subject will become dark, so this function compensates the
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    halfway to lock the subject. • AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • AF tracking frame will turn yellow when you release for details. 1 Press the front dial to switch to Exposure Compensation operation. 2 Rotate the front dial. • The Exposure Compensation value appears
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    • Flash is activated twice. Especially with [ ] or [ ], digital red-eye reduction (P66) is executed, and the time until the ∫ Face detection When [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person's face, and it will adjust back of a subject. In this case, the subject will become dark, so
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    (P105)/[WIND CUT] (P107) ¢2 [ ] for [MOTION JPEG] cannot be set. [CUSTOM MENU] menu - [CUST. SET MEM.] (P102)/[LCD INFO.DISP.] (P126)/[GUIDE LINE] (P126)/ [REMAINING DISP.] (P129) [SETUP] menu - [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP]/[LANGUAGE] • Only [STANDARD] and [STANDARD] ( ) in Film Mode (P87
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    fine adjustment/ White Balance Bracket/Multi Film Bracket/Flash output adjustment/[EX. OPT. ZOOM]/ [DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ISO LIMIT SET]/[AUDIO REC.]/[AF/AE LOCK]/[AF/AE LOCK HOLD]/ [DIRECT AF AREA]/[SHOOT W/O LENS] • During motion picture recording, the functions disabled in other recording modes are also
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    settings ( : Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture 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 -140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K
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    "AFC" is an abbreviation of "Auto Focus Continuous". The camera is continuously focusing on the subject while the shutter button is the mode will turn to [AFS] and in that case the AF area will be displayed and the focus sound will picture with Manual Focus (MF) Set the focus mode dial to [MF].
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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 ISO (P161). • 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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    dial. • It will switch between Program Shift operation and Exposure Compensation operation (P71) every time the front dial is pressed camera off or rotate the front dial until the Program Shift indication disappears. ∫ Example of Program Shift (When 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 -5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K
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    lens included in DMC-GH1K is used) Feature Optical zoom Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) Digital is the equivalent value for a 35 mm film camera. ¢2 The magnification level differs depending on [PICTURE SIZE million pixels in the center out of the 12 million pixels of the imaging device, resulting to
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    - When [QUALITY] is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] • [DIGITAL ZOOM] cannot be used in the following cases. - In Intelligent Auto Mode - In Advanced Scene Mode - In Scene Mode - button halfway. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard "Design rule for Camera File system" established by JEITA
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    if [HIGHLIGHT] (P34) in the [SETUP] menu is set to [ON]. Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the front dial left. A 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the front dial right to
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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, 2009. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [WORLD TIME], the pictures are displayed
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    the enlarged picture, use the trimming function. (P139) • The playback 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
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    . ([ALL DELETE EXCEPT Ü] 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 (P25). • If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting pictures using [DELETE MULTI
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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. A [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. LCD monitor display With the [LCD
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    menu is set to anything except [OFF]. It is possible to move the position of the guide line using the Quick Menu when it is set to [ ]. (P63) ¢2 Histograms are displayed be selected from 3 colors of brown, red or black. (P126) Note • In [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P97), the guide line is gray. 62 VQT2A61
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    pictures with a well-balanced composition. B [ ]: This is used when you want to position the subject at the exact center of the screen. C [ ]: Position of the guide line can be set. It is used to take well balanced pictures of subjects off the center of the image. ∫ Set the position of the
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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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    in the [REC] mode menu. (P30) Press 3/4 to select a mode and press [MENU/SET]. • For information about flash settings that can be selected, refer to "Available flash settings by recording mode". (P66) Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the
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    Flash interval depends on the brightness of the subject. ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye Auto Mode. ∫ Available flash settings by recording mode The available flash settings depend on the recording mode. (±: Available, -: Not available, ¥: Initial
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    the camera is DMC-GH1K is used) • The available flash range is an approximation. When the aspect ratio is [X] or [ ]. ISO sensitivity Available flash range according to focal length of lens Wide to 21 mm 22 mm Tele AUTO 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 4.8 m (15.8 feet)¢ 50 cm (1.64 feet) to 3.7 m (12
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    being taken becomes dark. Check the distance between the 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 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K is attached: When the aspect ratio is
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    causes a malfunction. • When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the 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 camera is turned off. VQT2A61 69
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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. (P30) Press 4 to
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    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 in the screen in the Program AE Mode, Program Shift operation and Exposure Compensation operation is switched every time the front dial is pressed.
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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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    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 ] is selected. • The flash output may not be constant when [ ] is set. • Operation will be same as [ ] even if it is set to [ ] while Multi Film Bracket
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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 not displayed at this time. • The camera may detect the subjects other than a person as the face. In this case, switch the AF mode to any
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    ) • It is not possible to set [š] in the following cases. - In [FOOD] in [CLOSE-UP] - In [NIGHT SCENERY] and [ILLUMINATIONS] in [NIGHT PORTRAIT] • The [AF MODE] is fixed to [Ø] when using the digital zoom. ∫ About [š] When the camera detects a person's face, the following color AF area is displayed
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    when it has failed to AF track. AF mode will be switched to [Ø] in that case. • [FACE RECOG.] does not work when AF tracking is active. • [ ] will operate as [Ø] in the [STANDARD] ( ), [DYNAMIC] ( ) or [SMOOTH] ( ) in Film Mode. • Dynamic tracking function may not work in the following
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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 determined or [AFC]. - Changing [ASPECT RATIO] or [PICTURE SIZE]. - Turning the camera off. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to magnify the MF assist screen. • Rotate
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    lens included in DMC-GH1K is used) The focus distance reference mark is a mark used to measure the focus distance. Use this when taking pictures with Manual distance between the camera and the seconds has past without operating the focus ring or appear when using the digital zoom or recording motion
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    when [AF] or [AF/AE] is set 1 Aim the lens at the subject. 2 Press and hold [AF/AE LOCK] to . 3 While pressing [AF/AE LOCK], move the camera to the composition you would like to take and then taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective during Manual Focus or Preview Mode. • AE
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    balance [] When using the preset color temperature setting ¢ It will operate as [AWB] during motion picture recording. ∫ Auto white balance with a color close to 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
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    PARTY] in Scene Mode - My Color Mode Setting the white balance manually Set the white balance value. Use to match the condition when taking ] or [ 2 ] and then press 3. Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame too dark. In this case, adjust the subject to an appropriate brightness
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    is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The white balance fine adjustment level returns to the standard setting (center point) in the following cases. - When you reset the white balance in [ 1 ] or [ 2 ] - When you reset the color temperature manually in [ ] White Balance Bracket Bracket
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    speed Noise 100 When it is light (outdoors) Slow Less 3200 When it is dark Fast Increased ISO sensitivity AUTO¢ ¢ (Intelligent) 100/200/400/800/1600/3200 Settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness. The ISO sensitivity is adjusted according to the movement
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    [ISO1600]. • [ ] will operate as [AUTO] while recording a is fixed to [ ] in the following cases. - In [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET Manual Exposure Mode. Also, you cannot select [AUTO] in Manual Exposure digital films", color tones, in the same way as you would select different films for film cameras
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    type of film in accordance with the setting every time the shutter button is pressed. (Up to 3 pictures) Note • In Film Mode, the camera may do something equivalent to pull processing or push processing to create a picture with particular characteristics. The shutter speed may become very slow at
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    If you adjust a film mode, [_] is displayed beside the film mode icon on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder. • You cannot adjust [SATURATION] in the black and white settings in Film Mode. • Film Mode cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Mode, Advanced Scene Mode and Scene Mode. Multi Film Bracket
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    background. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Rotate the front dial to set the aperture value. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the front dial is pressed. Take a picture. [ ] Shutter-priority AE When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast
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    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 aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the front dial is pressed. • You can also set the focus manually by rotating the
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    aperture value. • The manual exposure assistance is an set to [B], use a sufficiently charged battery. (P22) • We recommend using taking pictures. (P123) • The manual exposure assistance does not appear. Note when you switch the recording mode to Manual exposure while the [SENSITIVITY] is set
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    release film. It is used in cases such as stopping the movement of running water. Press [DISPLAY] while displaying the preview screen. • Shutter speed preview screen is displayed. It will return to previous screen by pressing [DISPLAY] again. DISPLAY Note • Operation method of [ ] can be changed
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    be set in Advanced Scene Mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. Film Mode/ [METERING MODE]/[FLASH SYNCHRO]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[ISO LIMIT SET] ∫ About the aperture operation and Exposure Compensation operation when the front dial is pressed. 94 VQT2A61
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    used. • In [INDOOR PORTRAIT], the Intelligent ISO sensitivity control operates, and the maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO400]. • The NATURE] The best setting for photographing natural scenery. [ARCHITECTURE] This setting takes sharp photographs of architecture. The guide lines are displayed
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    of flowers. (The distance from the subject when you take close-up pictures differs depending on the lens you are using.) [FLOWER] Flowers outdoors are recorded with natural colors in macro settings. The guide lines are displayed. (P63) [FOOD] You can take pictures of food with a natural hue without
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    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 take slightly. This is not a malfunction. • If the lens becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, the lens may not be able to focus on the subject correctly.
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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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    taking pictures, set [AGE] or [NAME] to [ON]. • Intelligent ISO sensitivity control is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO400]. • If the camera is turned on with [BABY1]/[BABY2] set, the age and name are displayed at the lower left of the screen for about 5 seconds, along with
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    [BRIGHTNESS] This will adjust the brightness of the image. (11 steps in n5) [SATURATION] This will adjust the color intensity of the image from black and white to vivid color. (11 steps in n5) [RESET] Return all settings to default • Description of adjustment is displayed by pressing [DISPLAY
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    are used. • 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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    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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    in stereo and Dolby Digital Stereo Creator format. Auto focus and automatic setting of the aperture are available even during the recording of a motion picture when the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K is used. Refer to P15 for information about other lenses. • Close the flash
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    . • You can also set the focus manually by rotating the focus mode dial to [MF]. (P80) • Check the battery status and make sure the power is on the middle of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. Note • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. • Available recording time is displayed when the
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    /SET]. Recording format [AVCHD] [MOTION JPEG] Effect Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on your HDTV using an HDMI connection. Select this format to record standard definition video for playback on your PC. It can be recorded using less storage when there is not
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) When [AVCHD] is selected in step 2 High quality Item Quality (bit rate)¢1 fps ([FHD]) 1920k1080 pixels 17 Mbps¢2 Full high definition 60i (Sensor output is 24 fps) Aspect ratio Longer time ([SH]) 1280k720 pixels 17 Mbps¢2 16:9 60p ([H]) 1280k720 pixels
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    recording specifications on this model have been changed to improve audio quality. For this reason, some motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] and pictures with audio may not be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX)¢. (Motion pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX
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    press [MENU/SET]. Item Items that can be set P (Program AE Mode) A (Aperture-priority AE Mode) S (Shutter-priority AE Mode) M (Manual Exposure Mode) - Aperture Shutter speed Shutter speed Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation Aperture Press [MENU/SET] to close the
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    and operations for recording motion pictures. • The sound recording specifications on this model have been changed to improve audio quality. For this reason, some motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] and pictures with audio may not be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX)¢. (Motion
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    a registered face, the name is displayed when the camera detects the registered face. • The camera will remember the face during the face recognition when the replaced will be deleted. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot
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    screen is displayed again when [NO] is selected, and when [YES] is selected with 3, [AUTO REGISTRATION] will be set to [OFF]. 2 Use the operation in Step 6 and following in "Registering from the [REC] mode menu". • Automatic register screen is not displayed when there are 6 people already registered
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    with age - Facial expression is very different - When there is little contrast on the faces - When there is rapid movement - When the camera is shaking - When digital zoom is used • During the Burst Mode, [FACE RECOG.] picture information can be attached to only the first picture. • After pressing
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P30. If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the number of days
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    travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the travel destination setting. • The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • If [TRAVEL DATE] is set to [OFF], the number of days that have passed since the departure date will not be recorded
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    SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P28) 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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    back. Using the [REC] Mode Menu • [METERING MODE], [I.EXPOSURE], and [DIGITAL ZOOM] are common to both the [REC] mode menu and [MOTION PICTURE] [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. [ ]: Square aspect ratio [X]
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    modes: ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. 4000k3000 pixels (12 million pixels) 2816k2112 pixels (5.9 million pixels) 2048k1536 pixels (3.1 aspect 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,
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    is simultaneously created.)¢1 [ ]: RAW file (When the image is to be edited with 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 recordable pixels ([L]) for each image aspect ratio. Note • Refer to
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    involves turning 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 zoom. - When
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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 P55 for details. ) [DIGITAL ZOOM] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P30. This can Refer to P55 for details. • If camera shake (jitter) is a problem during zooming, it is recommended that [STABILIZER] be set to [MODE1].
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) [BURST RATE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P30. You can set the burst speed. Applicable modes: [H]/[L] Note • Refer to P72 for details. [AUTO BRACKET] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P30. You can set the compensation range of the
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    when the shutter button is pressed. Do not move the camera at this time. After the countdown is finished, [PLEASE slowed to take pictures. • This does not operate during motion picture recording. [ISO LIMIT SET] 160]/[200 ]/[250 ]/[320 ]/[400]/[500 ]/[640 ]/[800 ]/[1000 ]/[1250 ]/ [1600 ]/[2000 ]/[2500
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    other equipment. • The sound recording specifications on this model have been changed to improve audio quality. For this reason, some motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] and pictures with audio may not be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX)¢. ¢ Models launched before December
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    for details. Perform these settings if you need to. Using the [CUSTOM MENU] • In the Intelligent Auto Mode, only [CUST. SET MEM.], [LCD INFO.DISP.], [GUIDE LINE] and [REMAINING DISP.] can be set. For details on how to select the [CUSTOM MENU] menu settings, refer to P30. [CUST. SET MEM.] Up
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    Brown colors [ ]: Red colors [ ]: Black colors [LVF/LCD AUTO] It will switch display and viewfinder display can be switched manually by pressing [LVF/LCD]. (P41) GUIDE LINE] This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. (P63) [OFF]/[ ]/[ ] [ ]: Position of the guide
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    the focus at all times (continuous AF operation). The camera will adjust the focus automatically, and the focus adjustment when the shutter button is pressed becomes faster. It is effective when you do not want to miss the photo opportunity. Note • The battery will be consumed faster than usual
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    - When 14 - 140 mm/F4.0- 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K 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
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) In Manual Focus, the assistance screen appears on the screen to facilitate • The recording area indicated is a guide line. [REMAINING DISP.] This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [REMAINING SHOTS]: This
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    A Dial operation guide [MENU RESUME] A The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is turned LENS] It is possible to setup so the shutter will not operate when there is no lens on the unit. [OFF]: You cannot press the shutter button when a lens is not attached to the camera body
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    format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) only. Press [(]. Motion pictures Press 2/1 to select not displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD]. ∫ Operations performed during motion picture playback The cursor displayed during playback
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    pictures, only motion pictures, designated "favorite" pictures, or pictures registered with face recognition as a slide show. To best enjoy this feature it's recommended that you connect your digital camera to your TV set. Select [SLIDE SHOW] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P30) Press 3/4 to select
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    show. • Normal playback resumes after the slide show finishes. ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as URBAN], [OFF] • When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect. • [EFFECT] is set to [OFF] when
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    Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK MODE] Playback in [NORMAL PLAY], [PICTURE PLAY], [AVCHD PLAY], [MOTION JPEG PLAY], [FACE RECOG. PLAY] or [FAVORITE PLAY] can be selected. Select [PLAYBACK MODE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P30) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. • [FAVORITE PLAY]
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    is pressed again. Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register. • Press [DISPLAY] to switch text between [A] (capitals), [a] (small case) and [&/1] (special characters and numbers). • The entry position cursor can be moved left and right with the front dial. • To enter a blank
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    name setting of [FACE RECOG.] or [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET] in Scene Mode or [LOCATION] in travel date can also be registered by using the operation in steps 4 and following. • The name setting of [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] in Scene Mode, [LOCATION] in travel date and [TITLE EDIT] cannot be
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    Advanced (Playback) Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [SINGLE] [MULTI] • ['] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text. [MULTI] setting Press [DISPLAY] to set (repeat), and then press [MENU/SET] to set. Press 2/1 to select Press 3/4/2/1 to • The setting is
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    , some characters may be cut at printing. Check before printing. • Text and dates cannot be stamped on the pictures in the following cases. - Motion pictures - Pictures with audio - Pictures recorded without setting the clock and title - Pictures that were previously stamped with [TEXT STAMP
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    Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Advanced (Playback) Press [,] to return to the menu screen.¢ ¢The menu screen is automatically restored when [MULTI] is selected. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [MULTI]. • The picture
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    Advanced (Playback) Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press [,] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Depending on the cut size, the picture size of the trimmed picture may become smaller than that of the original picture. • The picture
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    DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. Rotate (The picture is rotated manually) Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P30) • The [ROTATE] function is disabled when
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    be used with the lens compatible (P15) with the Pictures recorded with the camera upside down will not be displayed rotated. [PRINT SET] DPOF "Digital Print Order Format" at your photo printing store. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [PRINT SET] on the
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    digital operating instructions for the printer. • The date cannot be printed on pictures stamped with text. Note • The number of prints 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
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    or [ ]. • The sound recording specifications on this model have been changed to improve audio quality. For this reason, some motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] and pictures with audio may not be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX)¢. ¢ Models launched before December 2008, and
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    Advanced (Playback) [FACE RECOG.] All the information regarding the [FACE RECOG.] of the selected image will be cleared. Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P30) Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press [,] to
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    external input. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. • When
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    may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. In all other cases, connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable (supplied) and play back the motion picture. • You cannot play back pictures
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    mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) • VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by
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    Connecting to other equipment 1 Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link 2 [SUB MENU] button 3 [RETURN] button 4 [OK] button ¢ The shape of the remote control varies depending on the region. Operate following the TV guide displayed on screen. ∫ Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the
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    , read the operating instructions for the devices. • 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
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    any other AV cables except the supplied one. • It is recommended to turn off the display of the screen by pressing the [DISPLAY] on the camera while copying. (P57) • See the instruction manual for the recording equipment about the details of copying and playing back. VQT2A61 151
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    camera and the PC. • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.1 HD Edition" bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) is a convenient way of doing this. • Read the separate operating instructions pictures in the digital camera be acquired to
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    camera trouble.) B Align the marks, and insert. C AC adaptor (supplied) • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (P25). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera advance, the camera will be When the camera has been and disconnect the camera from the PC. Then
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    other equipment Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire 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 (P25). • Before inserting
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    other equipment 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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    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 of the printer.) SINGLE PICTURE PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE OFF
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    .6 mm 210 mmk297 mm 297 mmk420 mm 100 mmk150 mm 101.6 mmk152.4 mm 203.2 mmk254 mm 216 mmk279.4 mm 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings { Settings on
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    SET] (P142) to 1 for each of the 4 pictures. Note • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing . After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the total number of prints or
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    when compared to the camera's built in flash. Preparations: Turn off the camera and When using other commercially available external flashes without communication functions with the camera (DMC-GH1) • It is on the camera. • Set to Aperture-priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode on the camera and
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    the camera. • Be careful not to get a fingerprint, dirt, etc., on the filter when it is attached, otherwise the focus may be adjusted to the lens, resulting in the subject being out of focus. • You can attach the lens cap or the lens hood when the filter is attached. • Refer to the instructions for
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    ), or the PL filter (DMW-LPL62; optional) with the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K. Using the Remote Shutter (optional) If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking
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    except DMW-RSL1 (optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases. - When the power save mode is Records sound in front of the digital camera in monaural. [STEREO]: Records sound in a wide area in stereo. Battery Check Lamp [BATTERY] • When the Off/On Mode
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    16 15 8 LCD mode¢2 (P35) 9 Intelligent Exposure (P121) 10 Battery indication (P22) 11 Card (P27) (displayed only during recording) 12 Recording state (Flashes red.)/ Focus (P53) (Lights green.) 13 AF area (P53, 77) 14 Dial operation guide (P130)/ Elapsed recording time (P104) 15 Number of
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    Travel date (P113) 45 AF tracking operation (P47, 78) 29 Available recording time¢3 (P104): R8m30s 44 43 ISO AF AWB AUTO ʵ1 ʵ2 ʵ3 9 0 1 2 03 45 Digital zoom (P55, 121) 3 STANDARD ¢1 Only displayed in the LCD recording for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the
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    9 4 Number of prints (P142) 5 REC MODE (P105)/Recording quality (P105) 6 Picture size (P117) 7 Quality (P118) STD 1 20 19 18 17 1/9 10 3s 11 12s 12 8 LCD mode (P35) 16 9 Battery indication (P22) 15 10 Picture number/Total pictures 11 Elapsed playback time (P131): 8m30s P F4.0 30 0 100
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    be damaged. • We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to protect your camera. Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures
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    lenses where there is a lot of dust, and always attach the body cap when a lens is not attached to the camera, so that dirt or dust does not get inside the camera body. Remove any dirt on the body is removed, consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center. About the LCD monitor/Viewfinder • Do
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    accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged. • Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera. Bring charged spare batteries when going out. • Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature conditions such
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    deleted. • Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing card or use the commercially available computer data deletion software to completely camera is repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or your nearest Service Center if above operations
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    to the tripod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod carefully. About the shoulder strap • If you attach a heavy interchangeable lens (more than about 1 kg) to the camera body, do not carry the camera by the soulder strap. Hold the camera and the lens when carrying them. Message Display
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    P38) [PLEASE CHECK THAT THE LENS IS ATTACHED CORRECTLY] • Do not press the lens release button. • 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. [THE LENS IS NOT ATTACHED PROPERLY.] • Detach
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    battery power is low. > Charge the battery. [THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED] • The battery cannot be recognized by the camera. > Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. • The battery
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    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P173-180). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P36) on the [SETUP] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (
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    are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P59) • Is the subject focused? > At the time of purchase, the camera is set so that you cannot 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
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    the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) > • Are you in Exposure Compensation operation? > Press the front dial to switch to Exposure Compensation operation. (P71) Subject cannot be locked.
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    factor, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might using the AC adaptor (P25).] If the remaining battery power is low, it may take longer for the displayed on the LCD monitor when the camera is connected to a PC or printer. Black, red, blue and green dots appear
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    only display the pictures rotated if you use a lens (P15) that supports the direction detection function (P40) and [ROTATE black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery
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    part may be corrected to black by the digital red-eye reduction function. lens, and this sound may be recorded on the motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated TV screen and the camera's LCD monitor are
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    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 camera recognized by the PC correctly? > Set to [PC] in [USB MODE]. (P36
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    icon to set the desired language. (P37) Part of the picture is flashing in black and white. • This is a highlight function showing the white saturated area. ( operation. (P154) The file numbers are recorded in ascending order. • If the battery was inserted or removed without first turning the camera
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    the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects. ∫ Number of recordable pictures 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 3 7 17 34 70 143 291 573 872 1168 1762 2351 4719
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    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 X : 2048k1536 pixels (3.1 million pixels) A › 17 35 1 1 37 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 6 15 32 64 128 259 523 1030 1566 2097 3165 4222 8471
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    1085 16800 1939 2178 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 56 108 4 4 115 222 8 9 226 434 17 18 449 862 35 36 900 1725
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    1270 1328 26791 49565 2548 2664 Aspect ratio 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 X YW 2 4 8 16 33 67 136 267 406 544 821 1095 2198 2 4 9 17 35 71 144 284 432 579 873 1165
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    ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) Others File format Recording quality setting 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 [AVCHD] [MOTION JPEG] Cannot be guaranteed in operation. 3 min 00 s 7 min 00 s 15 min 00 s 30 min
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    Others Specifications Digital Camera Body (DMC-GH1): Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 9.3 V 2.9 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) 2.7 W (When recording with Viewfinder) 2.0 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) 1.8 W (When playing back with Viewfinder) Camera
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    : Pictures with audio: Motion pictures with audio: Interface Digital: Analog video/audio: Built-in pop up flash GN 11 equivalent (ISO100 · m) Flash range: Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 4.8 m (15.8 feet) (When the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0- 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K is mounted, focal length is 22 mm, [ISO
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    .6 oz (camera body), Approx. 903 g/31.9 oz (with the 14 - 140 mm/F4.0 - 5.8 lens included in DMC-GH1K, card and battery) Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF) Operating humidity: Language select: 10% to 80% [ENGLISH]/[FRANÇAIS]/[ESPAÑOL]/[PORTUGUÊS] AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-A49B
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    : F22 Lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groups (4 non-spherical lenses/2 ED lenses) In focus distance: 0.5 m (1.64 feet) to ¶ (from the focus distance reference line) Maximum image magnification: 0.2k (35 mm film camera equivalent: 0.4k) Optical Image Stabilizer: Available Mount: "Micro
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    the lens included in DMC-GH1K. If you are using other lenses, please use the filters compatible with that lens. • Read P15 for information about other lenses that can be used. • Refer to P22 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable pictures. • NOTE: Accessories
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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 192 VQT2A61
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    PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Digital Still Camera -rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the
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    to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 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 not handled to your satisfaction
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    Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected] You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax
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    Review 34 Auto White Balance 83 AV cable 146 Available Recording Time 23, 185 B Baby Mode 99 Backlight Compensation 46, 48 Battery 21, 22, 24 Beep 35 Body standard 56 Deleting Pictures 59 Dial Guide 130 Digital Red-eye Compensation ...... 66, 120 Digital Zoom 55, 121 Diopter Adjustment
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    Guide Lens 15, 17 Lens Cap 17 Lens Hood 20 Lens Rear Cap 17 LONG SHUTTER NR 123 LVF Display Style 126 LVF/LCD Auto 126 M Manual Exposure Assistance 92 Manual Mode 95 Power LCD 35 Power Save 33 Pre AF 127 Preview 93 Preview hold 127 Print Setting 142 Program AE 51 Program Shift 54
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    S Scene Detection 46, 48 Scene Menu 35 Scene Mode 98 Scenery Mode 95 Self-timer 76, 122 Sensor Cleaning 130 Setup Menu 33 Shoot without lens 130 Shoulder Strap 19 Shutter-priority AE 90 Slide Show 132 Sound 35 Sports Mode 96 Spot 119 Standard 118 Status Indicator 42 Stereo Microphone
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    Only) Customer Service Customer Service Directory Obtain information products and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our web site to Latin American: http://www.lar.panasonic.com Also you may contact us directly by our
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    is a lens exchange type digital camera system of LUMIX based on Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. For USA and Canada Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic
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VQT2A61
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
PP
Operating Instructions
Digital Camera/Lens Kit
Model No.
DMC-GH1K
For USA and Puerto Rico 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]