====== Panasonic GH1, GF1, and G2 Hack FAQ ======

**Q: Does the hack work on the G1, GF2, GF3, or G3 cameras?**

A: At this time, PTool can only be used with GH1, GF1, G2, and GH2 cameras.


**Q: Does the latest GH2 version of PTool work on the GH1, GF1, or G2 as well?**

A: Yes, it's advisable to use the latest version of PTool with the GH1, GF1, and G2.

Download PTool here: [[https://www.personal-view.com/gh1hack/ptool3d.zip]]


**Q: Where can I download Panasonic firmware for the GH1, GF1, and G2?**

A: Panasonic maintains a site where you can register to download firmware updates:

Download Panasonic firmware here: [[http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/download/fts/index.html]]


**Q: Where can I find video guides?**


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**Q: Where can I download PTool patch files optimized for the GH1, GF1, and G2?**

A: LPowell maintains active support for the following PTool patch files:

  * //**Reliable In-Camera Playback Patch v2 (GH1, GF1, G2):**// 
  * [[http://www.personal-view.com./talks/uploads/FileUpload/6b/fad883fa7ac3d18e8e5dcaf370bcc0.zip]]

  * //**Fast Action 3-Frame GOP Patch v2 (GH1, GF1, G2):**//
  * [[http://www.personal-view.com./talks/uploads/FileUpload/f5/c043e2b0ddac18490c698c8b24e311.zip]]

  * //**Blackout-Powell Native 24p Patch v2 (GH1 only):**//
  * [[http://www.personal-view.com./talks/uploads/FileUpload/71/dfc11cfc9e7eeb9598d5419d713187.zip]]

  * //**75Mbps Peak Reliability Patch v2 (GH1 only):**//
  * [[http://www.personal-view.com./talks/uploads/FileUpload/f7/4422ee0778ebd567fdcf4bc7d23ab7.zip]]

  * //**100Mbps Max Latitude Native 24/25p Patch v2 (GH1 only):**//
  * [[http://www.gh1-hack.info/patches/LPowell%20-%20100Mbps%20Max%20Latitude%20Native%2024-25p%20Standard%20Patch%20v2.zip]]


**Q: How should I install downloaded PTool, firmware, and patch files on my computer?**

A: On Windows XP/Vista/7 computers, you will need to use PKzip to unpack the downloaded .zip files.

Link to PKzip website:  [[http://www.pkware.com/software/pkzip]]

You should unzip all downloaded files into the same folder, located anywhere on your computer.


**Q: How should I use PTool with my downloaded copy of the Panasonic firmware?**

  - Use PTool's **Load Firmware** button to load a GH1, GF1, or G2 firmware file.
  - Use PTool's **A - J** buttons to apply one of the downloaded patch files to the firmware.
  - Use PTool's **Save Firmware** button to save the patched firmware to your hard disk.
  - The patched firmware must be named exactly like the original, but with a higher version number.


**Q: How should I update my GH1, GF1, or G2 with a patched firmware file?**

  - Copy the patched firmware file to the root folder of an SD card formatted by your camera.
  - Make sure there is only one firmware file on the SD card.
  - Make sure the camera battery is fully charged.
  - Turn off the camera and insert the SD card.
  - Turn on the camera and press the green Playback Mode button.
  - Select Yes in the Version Up screen and press the OK button.


**Q: How can I verify that my camera has been successfully updated with patched firmware?**

A: In the Version Display option of the Setup Menu, Body Firmware will be Ver. 0.0

**Q: Do I need to update the camera with the patched firmware each time I turn it on?**

A. No, the camera remains patched with the last firmware file updated by the Version Up screen.

**Q: Should I keep the patched firmware on the SD card after I update my camera with it?**

A. You can do so, but the Playback Mode button may at times ask if you want to Version Up again.

**Q: How can I revert my camera back to the original Panasonic firmware?**

  - Copy the Panasonic firmware file to the root folder of an SD card formatted by your camera.
  - Make sure there is only one firmware file on the SD card.
  - Make sure the camera battery is fully charged.
  - Turn off the camera and insert the SD card.
  - Turn on the camera and press the green Playback Mode button.
  - Select Yes in the Version Up screen and press the OK button.


**Q: How can I verify that my camera has been successfully reverted to Panasonic firmware?**

A: In the Version Display option of the Setup Menu, Body Firmware will be Ver. 1.0 or higher.


**Q: Where can I find more information on GH1, GF1, or G2 patches?**

A: Search for GH1, GF1, or G2 in the following forum:

**Personal-View Hacks and Patches:** [[http://www.personal-view.com/talks/categories/hacks]]