Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Lc40 Operating Instructions

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Setting up the Operational Sound
It is possible to set the sound volume when 
the menu operations are done.
1Press the [MENU] button.
2Press 1 to open the setup menu.
3Press 3/4 to select [BEEP].
4Press 2/1 to adjust the operational 
sound volume.
5Press the [MENU] button.
The menu will disappear.
RECSETUP
MONITOR
AUTO REVIEWBEEPPOWER SAVENO. RESET
CLOCK SET
SELECT:
SET
EXIT2 MIN.




						

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Setting up the Power Save Mode
When setting this mode, the camera, if it is 
not operated for about 2, 5 or 10 minutes, it is 
automatically turned off.
1Press the [MENU] button.
2Press 1 to open the setup menu.
3Press 3/4 to select [POWER SAVE].
4Press 2/1 to choose the setting time.
You can choose among [2 MIN.], [5 MIN.] 
and [10 MIN.].
If selecting [OFF], the power is not turned off 
automatically.
5Press the [MENU] button.
The menu will disappear.
If you want to cancel the power save mode, turn the power switch to [ON] again after 
turning it to [OFF], or press the shutter button.
When using the AC adaptor, the power save mode is not available.
In power save mode, or if the battery charge is low and you have to charge it, turn the 
camera off and connect the AC adaptor to the camera DC IN socket. If connecting the AC 
adaptor when the power switch is set to  [ON], the camera may not function correctly.RECSETUP
MONITOR
AUTO REVIEWBEEPPOWER SAVENO. RESET
CLOCK SET
SELECT: SETEXIT2 MIN.5 MIN.




						

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Resetting the File Number
As the file numbers are recorded sequentially 
by the camera, when you use some cards 
(SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard), it may 
happen that the file numbers on your cards 
are not in order. Use this function when you 
insert a new card and you want to start 
recording from the file number 0001, or when 
you want to set the file numbers of the 
recorded cards in consecutive numbers.
[Preparation]
Set the operational mode dial to REC mode 
(single mode [ ] or burst mode [ ]).
1Press the [MENU] button.
2Press 1 to open the setup menu.
3Press 3/4 to select [NO. RESET] and 
then press 1
.
4When this message is displayed 
“RESET FILE NO. IN THE 
CAMERA?”, press 3/4 to select 
[YES].
5Press the [REVIEW/SET] button to 
set.
6Press the [MENU] button.
The menu will disappear.
MONITORAUTO REVIEWBEEPPOWER SAVENO. RESET
CLOCK SET
SELECT:
SET EXITSETUP
REC2 MIN.
NUMBER RESET
RESET FILE NO.
IN THE CAMERA?
NO
YES
SELECT: EXIT:




						

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Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor
By connecting the camera to a television via 
the supplied A/V cable 1, it is possible to 
view and play back the recorded images.
[Preparation]
Turn the camera and the television off.
1Connect the A/V cable to the A/V OUT 
socket of the camera.
2Connect the A/V cable to the video in 
and the audio in sockets of the TV
.
3Turn the television on and select 
external input
.
4Turn the camera on and then set the 
operational mode dial to playback 
[]
.
The image is displayed on the television.
Yellow: to the video in socket
White: to the audio in socket
ª
 Viewing images in other countries
When setting [VIDEO OUT] on the menu, you can view images on the TV in other 
countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system.
Even if you set menu selection for [VIDEO OUT] to [PAL], the output signal is still NTSC 
system.
Do not use any other cables except the supplied one.
Read the TV operating instructions too.




						

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After Use
After using the camera and after following 
steps, it is recommended to place it in the 
optional soft case, in order to protect it.
1Turn the power switch to  [OFF]. (P18)
2Eject the card. (P16)
3Remove the battery. (P13)
4Attach the lens cap. (P20)




						

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Connecting to a PC
[Preparation]
Only if using Windows® 98 or Windows® 98 
Second Edition, start the supplied CD from 
PC and install the USB driver.
For further information, read the supplied 
operating instructions for USB connection kit.
1Connect the camera to PC via supplied 
USB cable.
After inserting the memory card into the 
camera, set the operational mode dial to 
playback [ ] and turn the power switch to  
[ON].
[Windows]
The drive is shown on the [My computer] 
folder.
If it is the first time you are connecting the 
camera to PC, the required driver is installed 
automatically in order to let the camera be 
recognized by the Windows Plug and Play, 
then it is shown on the [My computer] folder.
[Macintosh]
The drive is shown on the screen.
When connecting to a PC it is recommended that 
you use the AC adaptor as the power source.
When connecting the PC, the display of the LCD 
monitor is set to off. In this case, the status 
indicator lights. Moreover, when the PC 
accesses the card, the flash indicator also lights. 




						

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The Menu Items
REC mode menuFor items without number, refer to those with the 
same name.
1AE MODE (P40, P41, P42)2W.BALANCE (P52)
3SENSITIVITY (P54)4SPOT AF (P55)5AUDIO REC. (P37)
6PICT. SIZE (P38)7QUALITY (P39)8D. ZOOM (P33)
9PICT. ADJ. (P51)
REC mode setup menu A
AA A10MONITOR (P77)11AUTO REVIEW (P78)12BEEP (P79)
13POWER SAVE (P80)14NO. RESET (P81)15CLOCK SET (P28)
RECSETUP
W.BALANCE
SENSITIVITY
SPOT AF
AUDIO REC.
PICT.SIZE
QUALITY
D.ZOOM
PICT.ADJ.
SELECT:
SETEXIT
SELECT:
SET
EXIT SETUP
MONITOR
AUTO REVIEWBEEPPOWER SAVENO. RESET
CLOCK SET2 MIN.
PAE MODEAE




						

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The Menu Items (Continued)
Playback mode menuFor items without number, refer to those with the 
same name.
16DELETE (P64)17PROTECT (P69)
18DPOF (P66)19SLIDE SHOW (P70)20AUDIO DUB. (P72)
21RESIZE (P73)22TRIMMING (P74)23FORMAT (P76)
Playback mode setup menu B
24VOLUME (P60)
25VIDEO OUT (P82)
SETUP
DELETE
PROTECT
DPOF
SLIDE SHOW
AUDIO DUB.
RESIZE
TRIMMING
SELECT:
SET
EXIT
PLAY
SETUP
MONITOR
VOLUME
BEEP
POWER SAVECLOCK SET
SELECT:SET
EXIT
PLAY
FORMAT
VIDEO OUTNTSC
2 MIN.




						

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Cautions for Use
ª Cautions for UseKeep the digital camera away from 
magnetized equipment (such as a 
microwave oven, TV, video game 
equipment, etc.).
If you use the digital camera on or near a 
TV, images and sounds may be disturbed 
due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
Do not use the digital camera near a cell 
phone because doing so may cause noise 
to adversely affect the images and sounds.
Recorded data may be damaged, or 
images may be distorted by strong 
magnetic fields created by speakers or 
large motors.
Electromagnetic wave radiation generated 
by a microprocessor may adversely affect 
the digital camera, causing the disturbance 
of images and sounds.
If the digital camera is affected by 
magnetically charged equipment and does 
not function properly, turn the camera off 
and detach the battery or AC adaptor and 
then connect the battery or AC adaptor 
again. Thereafter, turn the camera on.
Do not use the digital camera near 
radio transmitters or high-voltage 
lines.
If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, recorded images or 
sounds may be adversely affected.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the digital camera.
If the digital camera is sprayed with such 
chemicals, the camera body may be 
deformed and the surface finish may peel 
off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the digital camera for a long 
period of time.
When you use the digital camera on a 
beach or similar place, do not let sand 
or fine dust get into the camera.
Sand or dust may damage the digital 
camera or card. (Care should be taken 
when inserting and removing the card)
When you use your digital camera on 
a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, 
make sure that no water enters the 
digital camera.
Water may cause the digital camera or 
card to malfunction. (Irreparable damage 
may occur)
If sea water splashes onto the digital 
camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, 
wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera 
body carefully. Then, wipe it again 
thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use the digital camera for 
surveillance purpose or other business 
use.
If you use the digital camera for a long 
period of time, the internal temperature 
increases and, consequently, this may 
cause malfunction.
The digital camera is not intended for 
business use.
Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol 
for cleaning the digital camera.
The camera body may be deformed and 
the surface finish may peel off.
Before cleaning the camera, detach the 
battery or pull out the AC adaptor from the 
electrical outlet.
Wipe the digital camera with a soft, dry 
cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe 
with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent 
diluted with water and afterward finish 
wiping with a dry cloth.
For storing or transporting the digital 
camera, place it in a bag or case lined with 
soft pads to prevent the coating on the 
camera body from being worn.
After use, be sure to take the card out, 
and detach the battery or pull out the 
AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.
If the battery is left on the digital camera 
for a long time, the voltage drops 
excessively, and the battery will not 
function even after it is recharged.




						

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ª
ªª ª Optimal Use of the Battery
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion 
battery. Its ability to generate power is 
based upon the chemical reaction that 
takes place inside it. This reaction is 
susceptible to the surrounding 
temperature and humidity, and, if the 
temperature is too high or too low, the 
operating time of the battery becomes 
shorter.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.Be sure to detach the battery from the 
digital camera. (If it is left attached to 
the digital camera, a minute amount of 
current is consumed even when the 
digital camera power is off) If the battery 
is left attached to the digital camera for 
a long time, discharge takes place. The 
battery may become unusable after it is 
charged.
Dispose of an unusable battery.The battery has a limited life.
Do not throw the battery into fire because it 
may cause an explosion.
Always keep the terminals of the 
battery clean.
Prevent the terminals from getting 
clogged with dirt, dust, or other 
substances.
If you drop the battery accidentally, 
check to see if the battery body and 
terminals are deformed. Attaching a 
deformed battery to the digital camera 
may damage the camera.ª Condensation
When condensation has taken place:
Set the power switch to  [OFF] and 
leave the digital camera in this 
condition for about 1 hour. When the 
camera becomes close to the ambient 
temperature, the fog disappears 
naturally.
ª Cautions for Storage
Before storing the digital camera, take 
the card out and detach the battery.
Store all the components in a dry place 
with a relatively stable temperature.
(Recommended temperature:
15 to 25 oC, Recommended humidity:40 
to 60 %)
Digital cameraWrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust 
from getting into the camera.
Do not leave the camera in places that 
expose it to high temperature.
BatteryExtremely high or low temperatures will 
shorten the life of the battery.
If the battery is kept in smoky or dusty 
places, the terminal may rust and cause 
malfunctions.
Do not allow the battery terminals to come 
in contact with metal objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result 
in a short circuit or heat generation and, if 
you touch the battery in this condition, you 
may be badly burned.
Store the battery in a completely 
discharged state. To store the battery for a 
long period of time, we recommend you 
charge it once every year and store it 
again after you completely use up the 
charged capacity.