Panasonic Dmc G3k Basic Owners Manual

 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please readthe instructions completely.
More detailed instructions 
on the operation of this 
camera are contained in 
“Owner’s Manual for advanced features 
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. 
Install it on your PC to read it.
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Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera/
Lens Kit/Double Zoom Lens Kit/Body...

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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 family years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information on the below. The serial number 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...

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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 limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not...

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∫About the battery pack

Do not heat or expose to flame.Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight 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 specified unit.Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.Do not touch the plug...

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∫Cautions for Use
Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional).
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

If you use...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety ...............................................................................................2
Standard Accessories .......................................................................................................7
Names and Functions of Components .............................................................................9
About the...

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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change.
1 Digital Camera Body(This is referred to as  camera body in this Owner’s Manual.)
2 Interchangeable Lens “LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.”
(This is referred to as  lens in this Owner’s Manual.)
3 Lens Hood
4 Lens Cap (This is attached to the interchangeable lens at the time of purchase.)
5 Lens Rear Cap...

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¢1 Supplied in DMC-G3K only (lens kit product)
¢ 2 Supplied in DMC-G3W only (double zoom lens kit product)
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Names and Functions of Components
∫Camera body
1 Sensor
2Flash
3 Self-timer indicator/ AF Assist Lamp
4 Lens fitting mark
5 Mount
6 Lens lock pin
7 Lens release button
8 [LVF/LCD] button
9 Diopter adjustment dial
10 Viewfinder
11 Playback button
12 Motion picture button
13 Camera ON/OFF switch
14 Rear dial
15 [DISP./Fn1] button
16 Eye Cup
17 Touch panel/LCD monitor
18 [Q.MENU/Fn2] button/ Delete/Return button
19 [MENU/SET] button
20 Cursor buttons 3/ISO
1/WB (White Balance)
2/AF Mode...

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21 Shoulder strap eyelet•Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when 
using the camera to ensure that you will not 
drop it.
22 [REMOTE] socket
23 [HDMI] socket
24 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
25 Focus distance reference mark
26 Stereo microphone
27 Shutter button
28 Speaker
29 Flash open lever
30 Hot shoe
31 Mode dial
32 Status indicator
33 Intelligent Auto button
34 Tripod receptacle
35 DC coupler cover•
When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the 
Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC9; 
optional) and...