Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Gf5 Owners Manual
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- 171 - Playback/Editing You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. 1Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) 2Touch [Single] or [Multi]. ∫ Canceling all the [Protect] settings 1Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. 2Touch [Cancel]. •Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note •The [Protect] feature is only designed to work with this camera.•Even if you protect pictures on a card, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.•Even if you do not protect pictures on a card, they cannot be deleted when the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. [Protect] 3 Select the picture. [Single] setting Select the picture and touch [Set/Cancel]. • Setting is canceled by touching [Set/Cancel] again.•Exit the menu after it is set. [Multi] setting Touch the picture you wish to protect. • Setting is canceled by touching the same picture again.•Exit the menu after it is set.

Playback/Editing - 172 - You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. 1Select [Face Rec Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) 2Touch [REPLACE] or [DELETE]. 3Drag the screen horizontally to select an image, and then touch [Set]. 4Touch the name of the person you wish to edit. 5(When [REPLACE] is selected) Touch the person to replace. •Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note •Cleared information regarding the [Face Recog.] cannot be restored.•When all Face Recognition information in a picture has been canceled, the picture will not be categorized using Face Recognition in [Category Play]. [Face Rec Edit]

- 173 - Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipmentEnjoying 3D pictures Attaching the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) to the camera allows you to take 3D pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera. Bring the subject into the frame and record by pressing the shutter button fully. •Focusing is not required when recording 3D pictures.•Still pictures recorded with the 3D interchangeable lens attached are saved in MPO format (3D). Note •You cannot record 3D pictures in vertical orientation.•It is recommended to use a tripod or a flash to record steady pictures.•When a distance to the subject is 0.6 m (1.97 feet) to approximately 1 m (3.29 feet), horizontal disparity becomes too great, and you may not see the 3D effect at the edges of the image. •Up to approx. 640 3D pictures can be recorded on a 2 GB card. (When the aspect ratio is set to [ X ], and the quality is set to [ ].) •Read the operating instructions of the 3D interchangeable lens for details. Taking 3D pictures 3D picture The illustration is an image. To ensure that the 3D pictures can be safely viewed, pay attention to the following points when recording. • Where possible, record with the unit in a horizontal state.•The suggested minimum subject distance is 0.6 m (1.97 feet).•Be careful not to shake the camera while in a vehicle or walking.

Connecting to other equipment - 174 - ∫Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional), the following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation•Aperture setting•Zoom operation•Recording motion pictures¢ 1 •[Glistening Water], [Glittering Illuminations] in Scene Guide Mode•[Impressive Art], [High Dynamic], [Toy Effect], [Star Filter], [One Point Color] in Creative Control Mode •Defocus control function ¢ 1 The motion picture button and the [Motion Pict ure] menu will be unavailable or unusable. ([Rec] menu) •[Picture Size]¢2/[Quality]¢3/[Focus Mode]/[Quick AF]/[Red-Eye Removal]/[i.Resolution]/ [i.Dynamic]/[Shading Comp.]/[Ex. Tele Conv.]/[Digital Zoom]/[Stabilizer] ¢ 2 The setting is fixed as shown below. ¢ 3 When attaching 3D interchangeable lens, the following icons are displayed. ([Custom] menu) •[AF/AE Lock]/[Focus Priority]/[Pinpoint AF Time]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/[MF Guide]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Video Button]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Touch AF] in [Touch Settings] Aspect ratioPicture size X 1600k1200 pixels Y 1600k1064 pixels W 1600k904 pixels 1440k 1440 pixels [] :MPO iFine (Both MPO images and fine JPEG images are recorded simultaneously.) [] :MPO iStandard (Both MPO images and standard JPEG images are recorded simultaneously.)

- 175 - Connecting to other equipment Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television using the HDMI mini cable and display the playback screen. (P177) •When [VIERA Link] (P72) is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a TV supporting VIERA Link, input of the TV will be switched automatically and playback screen will be displayed. Refer to P179 for details. •For the pictures recorded in 3D, [ ] will appear on the thumbnail display at playback. ∫ Playback in 3D by selecting only the still pictures recorded in 3D Select [3D Play] in [Playback Mode] in the [Playback] menu. (P162) ∫ Playback as a 3D slide show by selecting only the still pictures recorded in 3D Select [3D] in [Slide Show] in the [Playback] menu. (P160) ∫ Switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D 1Select the picture recorded in 3D.2Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback] menu. (P60) •Playback method will switch to 3D if it is play ing back in 2D (conventional image), or it will switch to 2D if it is playing back in 3D. •If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwis e strange when playing back pictures recorded in 3D, set to 2D. ∫ Functions that cannot be set/do not work with 3D pictures •[Highlight] in the [Custom] menu¢ •Playback Zoom¢ •Deleting pictures¢ •Editing functions of [Playback] menu ([Title Edit]/[Text Stamp]/[Video Divide]/[Resize]/ [Cropping]/[Rotate]/[Favorite]¢/[Print Set]¢/[Protect]¢/[Face Rec Edit]¢) ¢ Can be used when displayed in 2D. Playing back 3D pictures For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO] or [1080i]. (P71) Set the [3D Playback] to [ ]. (P72)

Connecting to other equipment - 176 - Note •When a picture recorded in 3D is displayed on the LCD monitor of this unit, it is played back in 2D (conventional image). •A black screen is displayed for a few seconds when switching playback back and forth from 3D to 2D pictures. •When you select a 3D picture thumbnail, it may take a few seconds for playback to start. After playback, the thumbnail display may take a few seconds to reappear. •When viewing 3D pictures, your eyes may become tired if you are too close to the television screen. •If your television does not switch to a 3D picture, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.) •3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P181, 185)

- 177 - Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI socket 3 Video socket Connect the camera and a TV. •Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in wrong direction.) A HDMI mini cable (optional) B HDMI socket C AV cable (optional) D Yellow: to the video input socket E White: to the audio input socket F Align the marks, and insert. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) • 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) •Check the [HDMI Mode]. (P71)•Audio will be played back as stereo (2ch).•No picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.•For more details about VIERA Link (HDMI) playback, refer to P179. To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).•Check the [TV Aspect]. (P71)•Audio will be played back in monaural.

Connecting to other equipment - 178 - Turn on the TV and select the input to match the connector in use. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. •Input of the TV will switch automatically and playback screen is displayed when connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the [VIERA Link] (P72) set to [ON]. (P179) Note •Depending on the [Aspect Ratio], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. •Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off.•Output from the HDMI mini cable (optional) has priority when both AV cable (optional) and HDMI mini cable (optional) are connected. •The connection with the USB con nection cable (supplied) will take priority when you connect the USB connection cable (supplied) simulta neously with the HDMI mini cable (optional). •When you play back a picture vertically, it may be blurry.•Proper playback will be dependent on the TV used for viewing.•No sound is output from the camera speakers.•Read the operating instructions for the TV. The recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. •Proper playback (aspect ratio) will be dependent on the TV used for viewing.•Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. •For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

- 179 - Connecting to other equipment Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) (P177). Turn the camera on and then press [ (]. Operate with the remote control for the TV. •Operate with reference to the operation icons displayed on the screen. Note •To play back the audio of the motion pictures, set the [Sound] in the Slide Show setting screen to [AUTO] or [Audio]. •It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV. •Operation using the buttons on this unit will be limited. Using VIERA Link (HDMI) What is the VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)? •VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™.•This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.) •VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed. When using devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. •This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.5. VIERA Link Ver.5 is the newest Panasonic version and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of November 2011) Preparations: Set the [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (P72)

Connecting to other equipment - 180 - ∫Other linked operations Turning the power off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. Automatic input switching: • If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, and then press [ ( ], the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting). •Depending on your TV’s HDMI connection, on some TV’s it may be necessary to manually select the HDMI connection you are using. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel. (For details on how to switch input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) •If VIERA Link does not work properly, refer to page 211. Note •If you are unsure whether or not the TV you are using is compatible with VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the TV. •Available linked operations between this unit an d a Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported on the TV. •Be sure to use a cable that is HDMI certified. 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) •[HDMI Mode] for this unit is determined automatically when the VIERA Link is operating.