Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gf2 Operating Instructions

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Before Use
A:[Q.MENU/Fn ] button[Q.MENU/Fn] button can be used in two ways, as [Q.MENU] (Quick 
Menu) or as [Fn] (function button). At the time of purchase, it is initially 
set to Quick Menu. To switch the setting, select using [Q.MENU/Fn] in 
[CUSTOM] menu. 
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Some of the menus can be called up easily when [Q.MENU] (Quick 
Menu) is selected. Refer to P58 for details about the Quick Menu.
•Some of the functions can be called up easily when [Fn] (function button) 
is selected. Refer to  P104 for...

Before Use
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About the Lens
∫Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with 
the Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification 
(Micro Four Thirds mount).
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Select a lens that matches the scene being recorded and 
your use of the pictures.
∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
Lens with the Four Thirds  mount specification can be 
used by using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional).
∫ Leica mount specification lens
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When you use the M mount...

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Before Use
Interchangeable lenses that can be used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto 
Aperture Operation (As of December 2010)
(±: Usable,  ¥: Some functions/features limited, —: Not usable)
Lens type
when recording still 
pictureswhile recording 
motion pictures
 Auto 
Focus Auto 
aperture  settingAuto 
FocusAuto 
aperture  setting
Micro Four Thirds 
mount specification 
lens
Interchangeable 
lens (H-H014)±
([AFS],  [AFC]) ±¥¢
4, 5¥¢7
Interchangeable 
lens (H-FS014042)±
([AFS],  [AFC]) ±¥¢
4,...

Before Use
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¢1 Mount adaptor (DMW-MA1; optional) is necessary to use with this unit.
¢ 2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R; optional) is necessary.
¢ 3 This function is not supported by some Mi cro Four Thirds mount specification lenses.
For lens operations, please see our website.
¢ 4 When recording motion pictures, the focus is continuously adjusted for both [AFS] and [AFC] 
(P43) .
¢ 5 AF tracking is slower than the HD motion picture compatible lens, also the sound of Auto 
Focus...

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Preparation
PreparationAttaching/Detaching the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P197, P198  when dirt or dust 
gets on the lens.
Turn the lens rear 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...

Preparation
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Attach the lens cap.
Press the lens release button D while turning 
the lens as far as possible in the direction of 
the arrow to detach it.
•Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt 
or dust does not get inside.
•Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does 
not get scratched.
Note
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach the MC Protector (optional) to protect the 
lens surface when carrying.  (P191)
In bright sunlight or backlight, the...

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Preparation
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
•We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from 
dropping.
Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder 
strap eyelet on the camera body.
A: Shoulder strap eyelet
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the 
ring in the direction of the arrow and then pass 
it through the stopper.
Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the 
hole on the other side of the stopper.
Pull the other side of the 
shoulder strap and then...

Preparation
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Charging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
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Use the dedicated charger and battery.•The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The 
dedicated battery supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this 
unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies 
and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be 
used.) Panasonic cannot in any way...

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Preparation
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
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When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
•Disconnect the charger from the 
electrical socket and detach the battery 
after charging is completed....

Preparation
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∫Charging time
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The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging 
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a 
long time may be longer than normal.
Note
•Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the...