Panasonic Camcorder DMC FH25 User Manual

Basic Owner’s Manual  
Digital Camera  
Model No.  
DMC-FH25  
DMC-FH24  
DMC-FH5  
DMC-FH2  
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,  
please read the 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.  
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,  
P
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Information for Your Safety  
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT  
DAMAGE,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING  
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH  
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.  
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE  
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.  
Product identification marking  
Product  
Location  
Digital camera  
Battery charger  
Bottom  
Bottom  
DMC-FH25  
DMC-FH24  
DMC-FH2  
DMC-FH5  
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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 installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct  
the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached  
installation instructions and use only shielded interface  
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or  
peripheral devices.  
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this  
equipment.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name:  
Model No.:  
Panasonic  
DMC-FH25  
DMC-FH24  
DMC-FH5  
DMC-FH2  
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company  
1-800-211-PANA (7262)  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject  
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
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About the battery pack  
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 terminals (i and j) with metal objects.  
Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.  
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes,  
wash it off thoroughly with water.  
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the  
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.  
CAUTION  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with  
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose  
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
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.  
Warning  
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC  
(140 oF) or incinerate.  
About the battery charger  
CAUTION!  
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN  
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT  
IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT  
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE  
VENTILATION VENTS.  
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Battery charger  
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.  
But  
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V  
AC power supply only.  
When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a  
plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.  
Cautions for Use  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.  
(DMC-FH24)  
Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional).  
Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.  
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment  
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).  
If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit  
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.  
Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise  
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.  
Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong  
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.  
Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely  
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.  
If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops  
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC  
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC  
adaptor and turn this unit on.  
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.  
If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures  
and/or sound may be adversely affected.  
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-If you see this symbol-  
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside  
the European Union  
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.  
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your  
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct  
method of disposal.  
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Contents  
Information for Your Safety ...........................................................................3  
Standard Accessories ...................................................................................9  
Names of the Components .........................................................................10  
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................13  
• Charging ...............................................................................................13  
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ..........15  
About the Built-in Memory/the Card............................................................16  
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.............................17  
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).....................................................................19  
• Changing the Clock Setting ..................................................................19  
Selecting the [Rec] Mode............................................................................20  
Taking pictures using the automatic function  
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode).........................................................................21  
• Scene Detection....................................................................................22  
Motion Picture Mode ...................................................................................23  
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) ........................................................24  
Deleting Pictures.........................................................................................24  
Setting the Menu.........................................................................................25  
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)................................................26  
Specifications..............................................................................................28  
Digital Camera Accessory System..............................................................32  
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form .......................................................33  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) .....................34  
About illustrations in this owner’s manual  
The procedure is described for (DMC-FH25) as an example.  
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Standard Accessories  
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.  
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.  
¢
1
Battery Pack  
1
3
4
5
2
(Indicated as battery pack or  
battery in the text)  
Charge the battery before use.  
Battery Charger  
(Indicated as battery charger or  
charger in the text)  
USB Connection Cable  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
AV Cable  
CD-ROM  
Software:  
Use it to install the software to your  
PC.  
2
NCA-YN101G  
DE-A91B  
3
4
(DMC-FH25)  
(DMC-FH24)  
K1HY08YY0019  
5
(DMC-FH5)  
(DMC-FH2)  
K1HY08YY0015  
Owner’s Manual  
Hand Strap  
6
(DMC-FH25)  
K1HY08YY0020  
¢
When purchasing a spare battery,  
please purchase an optional battery  
(DMW-BCK7PP).  
(DMC-FH5)  
(DMC-FH2)  
K1HY08YY0016  
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card  
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated  
as card in the text.  
6
The card is optional.  
You can record or play back pictures  
on the built-in memory when you are  
not using a card.  
VFF0726  
VFC4297  
For information about optional  
accessories, refer to the Digital  
Camera Accessory System.  
If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts  
department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining  
replacement parts.  
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Names of the Components  
1
2
3
Flash  
Lens  
Self-timer indicator  
AF Assist Lamp  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
1
2
3
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
3
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
LCD monitor  
[MENU/SET] button  
[DISP.] button  
[Q.MENU]/Delete/Cancel button  
[MODE] button  
[Rec]/[Playback] selector switch  
4
8 9 10  
5 6 7  
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10 Cursor buttons  
A: 3/Exposure compensation  
B: 4/Macro Mode  
AF Tracking  
C: 2/Self-timer  
D: 1/Flash setting  
In this owner’s manual, 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  
or  
Press 4  
11 Strap eyelet  
Be sure to attach the strap when  
11  
12  
using the camera to ensure that  
you will not drop it.  
12 Lens barrel  
13 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket  
13  
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14 Camera ON/OFF switch  
15 Zoom lever  
16 Speaker  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
14 15  
Do not cover the speaker with  
your fingers.  
17 Microphone  
18 Shutter button  
19 (DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
[E.ZOOM] button  
1617  
18 19  
20  
21  
20 Tripod receptacle  
21 Card/Battery door  
ヮユヮヰンヺチヤモンュチバ  
ャモヵヵユンヺ  
22 DC coupler cover  
When using an AC adaptor,  
ensure that the Panasonic DC  
coupler (DMW-DCC10; optional)  
and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP;  
optional) are used.  
Always use a genuine Panasonic  
AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP;  
optional).  
22  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
14 15  
It is recommended to use a fully  
charged battery or AC adaptor  
(DMW-AC5PP; optional) and DC  
coupler (DMW-DCC10; optional)  
when recording motion pictures.  
If while recording motion pictures  
using the AC adaptor and the  
power supply is cut off due to a  
power outage or if the AC adaptor  
is disconnected etc., the motion  
picture being recorded will not be  
recorded.  
17 18  
21  
20  
ヮユヮヰンヺチヤモンュチバチャモヵヵユンヺ  
ヰヱユワ  
ロヰヤレ  
16  
22 23  
23 (DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Release lever  
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Charging the Battery  
About batteries that you can use with this unit  
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries (DMW-BCK7PP) can be  
used with this unit.  
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar  
to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets.  
Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal  
protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.  
There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or  
explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or  
failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To  
ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine  
Panasonic battery pack is used.  
Use the dedicated charger and battery.  
Charging  
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery  
before use.  
Charge the battery with the charger indoors.  
Attach the battery paying  
attention to the direction of the  
battery.  
Connect the charger to the  
electrical outlet.  
Disconnect the charger from the  
electrical socket and detach the battery  
after charging is completed.  
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About the [CHARGE] indicator  
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:  
The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on during charging.  
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:  
The [CHARGE] indicator A will turn off once the charging has completed without  
any problem.  
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.  
Charging time  
Supplied battery  
Approx. 115 min  
Optional battery  
Approx. 120 min  
Charging time  
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Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Supplied battery  
660 mAh  
Optional battery  
680 mAh  
Capacity of the battery  
Number of recordable  
pictures  
Approx. 250 pictures  
Approx. 125 min  
Approx. 255 pictures  
Approx. 127 min  
Recording time  
(DMC-FH5)  
Supplied battery  
660 mAh  
Optional battery  
680 mAh  
Capacity of the battery  
Number of recordable  
pictures  
Approx. 260 pictures  
Approx. 130 min  
Approx. 265 pictures  
Approx. 132 min  
Recording time  
(DMC-FH2)  
Supplied battery  
660 mAh  
Optional battery  
680 mAh  
Capacity of the battery  
Number of recordable  
pictures  
Approx. 270 pictures  
Approx. 135 min  
Approx. 275 pictures  
Approx. 137 min  
Recording time  
Recording conditions by CIPA standard  
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].  
Normal Picture Mode  
Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.  
Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).  
Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical  
Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)  
Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.  
Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.  
Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature  
of the battery decreases.  
Supplied battery  
Approx. 200 min  
Optional battery  
Approx. 205 min  
Playback time  
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About the Built-in Memory/the Card  
Built-in Memory  
Memory size: Approx. 70 MB  
The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for  
a card.  
Card  
The following cards, which conform to the SD video standard, can be used with  
this unit.  
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)  
Type of card which  
can be used with  
this unit  
Remarks  
¢
SD Memory Card  
(8 MB to 2 GB)  
Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or  
higher when recording motion pictures.  
SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory  
Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.  
SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC  
Memory Card compatible equipment.  
SDHC Memory Card  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible  
when using the SDXC Memory Cards.  
SDXC.html  
SDXC Memory Card  
(48 GB, 64 GB)  
Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.  
¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check  
via the label on the card, etc.  
e.g.:  
Please check the website for updated information:  
(This Site is English only.)  
Note  
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.  
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Inserting and Removing the Card  
(optional)/the Battery  
Check that this unit is turned off.  
We recommend using a Panasonic card.  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Slide the card/battery door to  
open it.  
Always use genuine Panasonic  
batteries (NCA-YN101G; supplied or  
DMW-BCK7PP; optional).  
If you use other batteries, we cannot  
guarantee the quality of this product.  
Battery: Being careful about the  
ヵユンヺ
ヤモンュ  
battery orientation, insert all the  
way until you hear a locking  
sound and then check that it is  
locked by lever A.  
Pull the lever A in the direction of  
the arrow to remove the battery.  
Card: Push it securely all the way  
until you hear a “click” while  
being careful about the direction in which you insert it.  
To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull  
the card out upright.  
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.  
1:Close the card/battery door.  
2:Firmly slide the card/battery  
door to the end until you hear a  
locking sound.  
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(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Slide the release lever in the  
direction of the arrow and open  
ヮユヮヰンヺチヤモンュチバチャモヵヵユンヺ  
ヰヱユワ ロヰヤレ  
the card/battery door.  
Always use genuine Panasonic  
batteries (NCA-YN101G; supplied or  
DMW-BCK7PP; optional).  
If you use other batteries, we cannot  
guarantee the quality of this product.  
Battery: Being careful about the  
battery orientation, insert all the  
way until you hear a locking  
sound and then check that it is  
locked by lever A.  
ヵヵユンヺ  
ヤモンュ  
Pull the lever A in the direction of  
the arrow to remove the battery.  
Card: Push it securely all the way  
until you hear a “click” while  
being careful about the direction in which you insert it.  
To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull  
the card out upright.  
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.  
1:Close the card/battery door.  
ヮヰンヺチヤモンュチバチャモヵヵユンヺ  
ヰヱユワ  
ロヰヤレ  
2:Slide the release lever in the  
direction of the arrow.  
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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)  
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.  
Slide the [Rec]/[Playback]  
selector switch to [!] and then  
turn the camera on.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Press 2/1 to select the items (year,  
month, day, hour, minute, display  
sequence or time display format),  
and press 3/4 to set.  
You can cancel without setting the clock by pressing [  
].  
Press [MENU/SET] to set.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Changing the Clock Setting  
Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET].  
It can be changed in steps 3 and 4 to set the clock.  
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Selecting the [Rec] Mode  
Slide the [Rec]/[Playback]  
selector switch to [!].  
Press [MODE].  
Press 3/4/2/1 to select the  
mode.  
Press [MENU/SET].  
List of [Rec] Modes  
¦
Intelligent Auto Mode  
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.  
Normal Picture Mode  
!
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.  
My Scene Mode  
Pictures are taken using previously registered recording scenes.  
Û
Scene Mode  
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.  
Motion Picture Mode  
$
This mode allows you to record motion pictures with audio.  
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[Rec] Mode: ñ  
Taking pictures using the automatic  
function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)  
The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the  
recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who  
want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.  
Slide the [Rec]/[Playback]  
selector switch to [!], and  
then press [MODE].  
Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Intelligent Auto], and then  
press [MENU/SET].  
1
Press the shutter button halfway to  
focus.  
The focus indication 1 (green) lights when  
the subject is focused.  
The AF area 2 is displayed around the  
subject’s face by the Face Detection function.  
In other cases, it is displayed at the point on  
the subject which is in focus.  
2
Press the shutter button fully (push  
it in further), and take the picture.  
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Scene Detection  
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned  
is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.  
¦
>
[i-Portrait]  
[i-Scenery]  
[i-Macro]  
[i-Night Portrait]  
[i-Night Scenery]  
[i-Sunset]  
Only when [  
] is selected  
[¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are  
set.  
When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face,  
and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection)  
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[Rec] Mode: n  
Motion Picture Mode  
Slide the [Rec]/[Playback]  
selector switch to [!], and  
then press [MODE].  
Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Motion Picture], and then  
press [MENU/SET].  
A
Press the shutter button halfway to  
focus and then press it fully to start  
recording.  
A Available recording time  
B Elapsed recording time  
The focus and zoom are fixed to the setting  
when recording starts (the first frame).  
B
Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.  
Note  
Motion pictures can be recorded continuously up to 2 GB.  
The maximum available recording time for up to 2 GB only is displayed on the  
screen.  
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[Playback] Mode: ¸  
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])  
Slide the [Rec]/[Playback]  
selector switch to [(].  
Press 2 or 1.  
After selecting the motion picture, press  
3 to start playback.  
[Playback] Mode: ¸  
Deleting Pictures  
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.  
Pictures on the built-in memory or the card that are being played back will be  
deleted.  
Select the picture to be deleted, and  
then press [  
].  
Confirmation screen is displayed.  
Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].  
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Setting the Menu  
Press [MENU/SET].  
Press 2/1 to select menu and then  
press [MENU/SET].  
Press 3/4 to select the menu item and  
then press [MENU/SET].  
Screen at right is an example of selecting  
[AF Mode] in [Rec] mode Menu.  
Press 3/4 to select the setting and then  
press [MENU/SET].  
Depending on the menu item, its setting may not  
appear or it may be displayed in a different way.  
Screen at right is an example to set the [AF Mode]  
from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š] (Face  
Detection).  
Close the menu  
Press [  
] several times or press the shutter button halfway.  
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Reading the Owner’s Manual  
(PDF format)  
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.  
For Windows  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Owner’s Manual (supplied).  
Click the [Owner’s Manual].  
Select the desired language  
and then click [Owner’s  
Manual] to install.  
A To return to the install menu.  
Double click the “Owner’s  
Manual” shortcut icon on the  
desktop.  
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When the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) will not open  
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to  
browse or print the Owner’s Manual (PDF format).  
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied), click B and then  
follow the messages on the screen to install.  
(Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/  
Windows 7)  
You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with  
your OS from the following Web Site.  
To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)  
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.  
When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the  
[Show the contents of this folder] to display them.  
For Macintosh  
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Owner’s Manual (supplied).  
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy  
the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder.  
Double click the PDF file to open it.  
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Specifications  
Digital Camera:  
Information for your safety  
Power Source:  
DC 5.1 V  
Power  
Consumption:  
1.1 W (When recording)  
0.7 W (When playing back)  
Camera effective  
pixels  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24) (DMC-FH5)  
16,100,000 pixels  
(DMC-FH2)  
14,100,000 pixels  
Image sensor  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24) (DMC-FH5)  
1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 16,600,000 pixels,  
Primary color filter  
(DMC-FH2)  
1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels,  
Primary color filter  
Lens  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Optical 8kzoom, fl5 mm to 40 mm (35 mm film camera  
equivalent: 28 mm to 224 mm)/F3.3 (Wide) to F5.9  
(Tele)  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Optical 4kzoom, fl5 mm to 20 mm (35 mm film camera  
equivalent: 28 mm to 112 mm)/F3.1 (Wide) to F6.5  
(Tele)  
Digital zoom  
Max. 4k  
Extended optical  
zoom  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Max. 18k (When set to 3,000,000 pixels [3M] or less)  
(DMC-FH5)  
Max. 9k (When set to 3,000,000 pixels [3M] or less)  
(DMC-FH2)  
Max. 8.4k (When set to 3,000,000 pixels [3M] or less)  
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Focus range  
Normal  
Macro/  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/2 m  
(6.56 feet) (Tele) to  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/1 m  
(3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶  
5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet)  
Intelligent auto/ (Tele) to ¶  
Motion picture  
Scene Mode  
There may be differences in the above  
settings.  
Shutter system  
Burst recording  
Burst speed  
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Approx. 1.7 pictures/second  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Approx. 2.0 pictures/second  
Number of  
recordable  
pictures  
Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in  
memory/card.  
Hi-speed burst  
Burst speed  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Approx. 4 pictures/second  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Approx. 6 pictures/second  
[3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the  
picture size.]  
Number of  
recordable  
pictures  
When using the built-in memory:  
Approx. 15 pictures (immediately after formatting)  
When using a Card: Max. 100 pictures (differs  
depending on the type of Card and the recording  
conditions)  
Shutter speed  
Exposure (AE)  
Metering mode  
8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second  
[Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds  
Program AE  
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)  
Multiple  
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LCD monitor  
Flash range  
2.7q TFT LCD (4:3)  
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 5.8 m (19.0 feet) (Wide,  
[
] is set)  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Approx. 40 cm (1.32 feet) to 3.3 m (10.8 feet) (Wide,  
[
] is set)  
Microphone  
Speaker  
Monaural  
Monaural  
Recording media  
Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB)/SD Memory Card/  
SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card  
Recording file  
format  
Still Picture  
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,  
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding  
Motion pictures  
Interface  
“QuickTime Motion JPEG” (motion pictures with audio)  
Digital  
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)  
Analog video/  
audio  
NTSC,  
Audio line output (monaural)  
Terminal  
[AV OUT/  
DIGITAL]  
Dedicated jack (8 pin)  
Dimensions  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
(excluding the  
projecting parts)  
Approx. 99.2 mm (W)k56.5 mm (H)k27.8 mm (D)  
[3.9q(W)k2.2q(H)k1.1q(D)]  
(DMC-FH5) (DMC-FH2)  
Approx. 94.3 mm (W)k53.5 mm (H)k18.8 mm (D)  
[3.7q(W)k2.1q(H)k0.7q(D)]  
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Mass (weight)  
(DMC-FH25) (DMC-FH24)  
Approx. 152 g/0.33 lb (with card and battery)  
Approx. 135 g/0.30 lb (excluding card and battery)  
(DMC-FH5)  
Approx. 121 g/0.27 lb (with card and battery)  
Approx. 104 g/0.23 lb (excluding card and battery)  
(DMC-FH2)  
Approx. 118 g/0.26 lb (with card and battery)  
Approx. 101 g/0.22 lb (excluding card and battery)  
Operating  
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)  
temperature  
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH  
Language select [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]  
Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A91B):  
Information for your safety  
Input:  
110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A  
4.2 V, 0.43 A  
Output:  
Equipment mobility:  
Movable  
Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic NCA-YN101G):  
Information for your safety  
Voltage/capacity:  
3.6 V/660 mAh  
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Digital Camera Accessory System  
Accessory#  
Illustration  
Description  
DMW-BCK7PP  
Battery Pack  
1
1
DMW-AC5PP  
DMW-DCC10  
DMW-AVC1  
AC Adaptor  
DC Coupler  
2
AV Cable  
RP-SDW64GU1K  
RP-SDW48GU1K  
RP-SDW32GU1K  
RP-SDW16GU1K  
RP-SDW08GU1K  
RP-SDW04GU1K  
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card  
Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card  
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
RP-SDN16GU1A  
RP-SDN08GU1A  
RP-SDN04GU1A  
RP-SDN02GU1A  
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card  
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.  
¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic  
DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.  
¢2 (DMC-FH24) only  
NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries.  
Consult your local dealer.  
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form  
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.  
1. Digital Camera Model #  
2. Items Ordered  
Accessory #  
Description  
Price Each  
Quantity  
Total Price  
Subtotal  
Your State & Local Sales Tax  
Shipping & Handling  
Total Enclosed  
6.95  
3. Method of payment (check one)  
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)  
VISA  
Credit Card #  
MasterCard  
Discover  
Expiration Date  
Customer Signature  
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES  
(Please do not send cash)  
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)  
Ship To:  
Mr.  
Mrs.  
Ms.  
Phone#:  
First  
Last  
(
)
Day  
Street Address  
City  
(
)
Night  
State  
Zip  
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  
THE FOLLOWING:  
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  
OR  
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]  
OR  
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY  
ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE  
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032  
(ENG) VQT3D29 33  
Limited Warranty  
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products  
Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or  
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the  
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which  
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)  
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a  
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The  
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.  
Product or Part Name  
Digital Still Camera  
Parts  
1 year  
Labor  
1 year  
CCD  
6 months  
90 days  
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable  
Battery Pack (defective exchange)  
90 days  
Not Applicable  
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the  
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty  
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and  
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and  
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the  
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.  
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Mail-In Service  
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the  
product prepaid to:  
Panasonic Exchange Center  
4900 George McVay Drive  
Suite B  
McAllen, TX 78503  
panacare@us.panasonic.com  
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it  
prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. If Lithium Ion  
batteries are shipped by air the package must be labeled “Contains Lithium Ion  
Battery (No lithium metal)”. Damaged batteries are prohibited from shipment by  
US Mail. Batteries must be securely packed in a manner to prevent  
short-circuiting and a package cannot contain more than 3 Lithium Ion batteries.  
Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime  
phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required  
under the Limited Warranty.  
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE  
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF  
OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND  
PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR  
OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or  
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic  
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in  
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor,  
or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,  
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of  
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage,  
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as  
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service  
by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or  
damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER  
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING  
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.  
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer,  
loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.  
The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)  
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY  
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED  
WARRANTY.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions  
may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or  
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the  
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's  
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.  
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED  
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
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Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest  
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make  
Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262)  
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic  
Products by visiting our Web Site at:  
Or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal  
Checks)  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277  
As of November 2009  
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SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license  
therefrom.  
This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware  
Corporation. DynaFont is a registered trademark of  
DynaComware Taiwan Inc.  
Other names, company names, and product names printed in these  
instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies  
concerned.  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Panasonic Corporation 2011  
Printed in China  

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