Panasonic Dmc G1 Operating Instructions Manual

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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 pictures with 
[B] (Bulb) or burst mode. The remote shutte r works similar to the shutter button on the 
camera.
Firmly connect the remote shutter to 
the [REMOTE] socket on the camera as 
far as it will go.
Take a picture.
1 Press the button lightly to press halfway.
2 Press the button...

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Using the AC Adaptor
You can use the camera without worrying about battery discharge when it is connected to 
a PC or a printer if you use the DC cable (DMW-DCC3; optional) to connect the camera to 
the battery charger/AC adaptor (supplied) and connect the AC cable.

Check that the camera is turned off.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...

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[REC] mode: 
Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel 
Destinations (World Time)
For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to  P27.
You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures 
you take.

Select [CLOCK 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],...

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Note
Return the setting to [HOME] when the vacation is finished by performing steps 1, 2 and 3.If [HOME] is already set, change only the travel destination, and use.If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time 
difference from the home area.
The travel destination icon [ “] appears when playing back pictures taken at the travel 
destination.
Screen Display
∫ In recording
Recording in Program AE mode [ ] (Initial setting)
1 Flash mode...

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∫In recording (after settings)
23 Flash output adjustment (P61)
24 2nd curtain synchro (P62)
25 Extended optical zoom (P48, 102)
26 Histogram (P56)
27
AF tracking operation (P42, 70)
28White balance bracket (P78)
29White balance fine adjustment (P77)
30 My color mode (P95)
31 Current date and time/ “: Travel destination 
setting
¢ 2, 4 (P133)
32 Custom settings (P96)
33 Program shift (P47)
34 AE lock (P74)
35 AF lock (P74)
36 Age
¢2, 5 (P93)
37 Self-timer¢ 6 (P68)
38 Spot metering...

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∫In playback
1 Playback mode (P49)
2 Film mode (P81)
3 Protected picture (P114)
4 Number of DPOF prints (P113)
5 Picture size (P98)
6 Quality (P99)
7 LCD mode (P31)
8 Battery indication (P20)
9 Picture number/Total pictures
10 Cable disconnection warning icon (P120)
11 F a v o r i t e s  s e t t i n g s  ( P 111 )
12 Recording information
13 Age (P93)
14 Favorites (P111)
15 Recorded date and time/Travel destination setting (P133)
16 Folder/File number (P119)
17 Color space (P103)
18...

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Cautions for Use
Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it.
Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may 
cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and 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...

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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from 
the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth.

When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, 
and then with a dry cloth.
Wipe off any dust or dirt on the zoom ring and the focus ring with a dry, dust cloth.Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the 
camera, since it may deteriorate the external...

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Do not press the lens with excessive force.Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may 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.
Do not place the lens mount facing downwards. Do not allow...

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Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves 
or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. 
Do not bend or drop the card. 

The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted.Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the 
card.
Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch 
the terminals with your...