Panasonic Dmc Fz2500 Basic Owners Manual

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and 
save this manual for future use.
More detailed owner's manual is available in “Owner’s Manual fo r advanced 
features (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the websit e. (P73)
Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FZ2500
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market 
today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your fam ily years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial n umber is on the tag located on 
the underside of your camera. Be sure to  retain this manual as your convenient camera 
information source.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items...

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∫Product identification marking
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES  ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Product Location
Digital Camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim its for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmf ul interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.Certification and Compliance
See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific t
o that device.
1Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu.2Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu.3Press 3/4 to select [Approved Regulations], and then press [MENU/SET].
Contains FCC ID: VPYLBXN604
This transmitter must not be co -located or operated in conjunct ion with any other 
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment...

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∫About the battery pack
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunli ght for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
∫ About the battery charger
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
• Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
• Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the spec
ified unit.
• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the  terminals.
• Do not touch the...

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• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work .
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D – Type A plug, up to 2 m (6. 6 feet) long)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL 1: optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this...

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• Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (DMW-DCC8: 
optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. 
• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemical s.
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the cam era for a long period of 
time.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety .....................2
Preparation/Basic
Care of the camera .................................9
Standard Accessories ...........................10
Names and Functions 
of Components ..................................... 11
About cards that can be used 
with this unit ..........................................13
Preparations before Recording .............14
Basic Operations ..................................19
Setting menu items...

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Care of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.• The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you:
– Drop or hit the camera.
– Press hard on the lens or the monitor.
Do not hold the lens barrel as you take pictures. There is a ri sk that your finger will 
be trapped as the lens retracts.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the...

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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of September 2016. These may be subj ect to change.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory 
Card are indicated as  card in the text.
• The card is optional.
(For U.S.A. only)
• If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at http://shop .panasonic.com/support
 for further 
information about obtaining replacement parts.
(For Canada only)
•...