Panasonic Lumix DMC F4 User Manual

Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-F3
DMC-F4
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Please also refer to Operating 
Instructions (PDF format) 
recorded on the CD-ROM 
containing the Operating Instructions 
(supplied).
You can learn about advanced operation methods 
and check the Troubleshooting.
until 
2010/2/20
EB
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
VQT2R921AG6P1P5786--(S) Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this 
Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions 
carefully and keep them handy for future reference. 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.
•Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other...

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Caution for AC mains leadFor your safety, please read the following 
text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded 
three pin mains plug for your safety and 
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced 
please ensure that the replacement fuse 
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is 
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark  or the BSI 
mark  on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse 
cover...

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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.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is in correctly replaced. Replace only with 
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose 
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC 
or...

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∫About the battery charger
The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord 
is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is 
connected to an electrical outlet.
∫ Cautions for UseAlways use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional).
 When using an AC adaptor, use the AC  cable supplied with the AC adaptor.
 Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
 Do not use any other USB connection cables except the...

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment 
and used BatteriesThese symbols on the products, packaging, and/or 
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and 
electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with 
general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old 
products and used batteries, please take them to applicable 
collection points, in accordance with your national 
legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 2
Accessories................................................................................................... 8
Names of the Components......................................................................... 10
Charging the Battery ................................................................................... 12
About the Built-in Memory/the Card...

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Accessories
Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2010. These may be subject to change.
1 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or 
battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or 
charger in the text)
3 AC Mains Lead4 USB Connection Cable
5AV Cable
6 CD-ROM
•Software:
Use it to install the software to your 
PC.
•Operating Instructions
7 Hand Strap
8 Battery Case...

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Sales and Support InformationCustomer Care Centre•For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852•For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333•Visit our website for product information
www.panasonic.co.uk.•E-mail: [email protected] Support for AV Software•For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869•For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333Direct Sales at Panasonic UK•For customers: 0844 844 3856•Order accessory and consumable items for your...

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Names of the Components
1Flash
2Lens
3 Self-timer indicator
AF assist lamp
4 Microphone
5 LCD monitor
6 [MENU/SET] button
7 [DISPLAY] button
8 [Q.MENU]/Delete button
9 [MODE] button
10 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
11 Cursor buttons
A: 3/Exposure compensation
B: 4/Macro Mode
C: 2/Self-timer button
D: 1/Flash setting button
In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown 
in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.
e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button...