Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Lx1 Owners Manual

							Connecting to a PC or Printer
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nSetting the date printing with the 
DPOF print in advance
When the printer supports the date printing 
by DPOF setting, we recommend setting 
the date printing with the DPOF print in 
advance. (P96)
The recording date can be printed by 
selecting [DPOF PICTURE] to start 
printing.
• Do not disconnect the USB connection 
cable when the cable disconnection 
warning icon [K] is indicated.
• When the [*] indication lights in orange 
during printing, make sure there is no 
malfunction on the printer.
• In DPOF print, if the total number of prints 
or the number of printed pictures is high, 
pictures are printed several times. (The 
indication of the remaining number of 
prints is different from the setting, 
however, this is not a malfunction.)
• The setting on the printer may have 
priority over the setting on the camera in 
the date print. Also check the date print 
setting on the printer.
• If the printer does not support date 
printing, the date cannot be printed on the 
picture.
• If your printer is not compatible with [TIFF] 
or [RAW], the JPEG pictures associated 
with them will be printed. (If there is no 
associated JPEG, the printing may not be 
possible.)nLayout printing
• When printing a picture several times 
on 1 sheet of paper
For example, if you want to print a picture 
4 times on 1 sheet of paper, set [PAGE 
LAYOUT] to [
J] and then set the 
number of prints to 4 for the picture on 
[NUM. OF PRINTS].
• When printing different pictures on 1 
sheet of paper (only in DPOF printing)
For example, if you want to print 4 
different pictures on 1 sheet of paper, set 
[PAGE LAYOUT] to [
J] and then set 
the number of prints to 1 on [COUNT] in 
DPOF print setting (P95) for each of the 4 
pictures. 
						

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Screen Display
nIn recording
1 Recording mode (P30)
2 Flash (P40)
3 White balance (P71)
4 ISO sensitivity (P73)
5 Focus indication (P31)
6 Continuous AF (P77)
7 Picture size (P73)
8 Quality (P74)
 /  /  /  /  /  : 
In Motion picture mode (P59)
6 : Jitter alert indication (P33)
9 Battery indication (P14)
10 Color effect (P78)
11 Picture/Time remain 
In Motion picture mode: e.g. 11S
12 Card access indication (P17)
13 Recording indication
14 Histogram (P29)
15 Moving focus (P83)
16 Joystick operations
17 MF indication (P83)
18 Age display (P65)
• Whenever you turn the camera on in 
Baby mode, switch to Baby mode from 
any other scene mode, or after setting 
the birthday or clock, your baby’s age 
and the current date and time appear 
on the display for about 5 seconds.
 : AF/AE Lock display (P85)19 Current date and time
• It is displayed for about 5 seconds 
when turning the camera on, setting 
the clock and after switching from the 
playback mode to the recording mode.
Zoom (P38)/Extended optical zoom 
(P88)/Digital zoom (P78)
20 Shutter speed indication (P31)
21 Aperture value indication (P31)
22 Program shift indication (P34)
23 Backlight compensation (P36)
C : Exposure compensation (P45)
24 AF area (P31)
25 Metering mode (P75)
B : Auto bracket (P46)
26 Spot AF area (P76)
27 Power LCD indication (P28)
28 Self-timer (P44)
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29 AF assist lamp (P77)
30 Spot metering target (P75)
31 Flip animation (P79)
32 Burst (P48)
I : Audio recording (P59, 75)
33 Optical image stabilizer (P47)
34 MF indication (P83)/
AF w indication (P86)
1/25F2.8
ISO100
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MF
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25 30
19 18 33 34
20 21 22 17 23 24 26 32
28 29
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  VGA10fps
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nIn playback
1 Playback mode
2 Number of DPOF [d] prints (P95)
3 Protected picture (P97)
4A : Still or motion pictures with audio 
(P89)
5 Picture size (P73)
6 Quality (P74)
 /  /  /  /  /   : 
In Motion picture mode (P59)
7 Battery indication (P14)
8 Folder/File number
9 Page number/Total pictures
10 Histogram (P29)11 Recording information
12 Favorites setting (P92)
13 Recorded date and time
14 Power LCD indication (P28)
15 Age display (P65)
16 Audio playback (P89)
 : In Motion picture mode
17 Flip animation (P79)
: Favorites indicator (P92)
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  VGA10fps
  VGA30fpsQVGA10fpsQVGA30fps
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Cautions for Use
nOptimal Use of the Camera
When carrying the camera, take care not 
to drop or cause impact to it.
• The lens or the outer case may be 
destroyed by the strong shock, and it 
causes a malfunction of the camera.
Keep the camera away from magnetised 
equipment (such as a microwave oven, 
TV, video game equipment, etc.).
• If you use the camera on or near a TV, 
pictures and sounds may be disrupted 
due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use the camera near a cell phone 
because doing so may cause noise to 
adversely affect the pictures and sounds.
• 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 a microprocessor may adversely affect 
the camera, causing the disturbance of 
pictures and sounds.
• If the camera is affected by magnetically 
charged equipment and does not function 
properly, turn the camera off and remove 
the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor 
(DMW-AC5; optional) and then insert the 
battery or connect the AC adaptor again. 
Thereafter, turn the camera on.
Do not use the camera near radio 
transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, recorded pictures or 
sounds may be adversely affected.Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, 
use the cords and the cables supplied 
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the camera.
• If the camera is sprayed with such 
chemicals, the camera body may be 
damaged and the surface finish may peel 
off.
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the camera for a long period 
of time.
Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol 
for cleaning the camera.
• Before cleaning the camera, remove the 
battery or disconnect the AC adaptor 
(DMW-AC5; optional) from the electrical 
outlet.
• The camera body may be deformed and 
the surface finish may peel off.
• Wipe the 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.
• If you use a chemical cloth, follow the 
instructions that come with the cloth.
• In case rain or other sources of water 
splash onto the camera, wet a soft cloth 
with tap water, wring it well, and use it to 
wipe the camera body carefully. Then 
wipe it again with a dry cloth. 
						

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nCard
Do not leave the card in places where 
there is high temperature or direct 
sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves 
or static electricity are easily generated.
Do not bend or drop the card.
• The card may be damaged or the recorded 
content may be damaged or erased.
• Store the card in the card case or the 
storage bag after use and when you store 
or carry the card.
• 
Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter the 
terminals on the back of the card and do not 
touch the terminals with your fingers.
nBattery
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 will be 
shorter.
After use, be sure to remove the battery.
Store the removed battery in the battery 
carrying case (supplied).
If you drop the battery accidentally, 
check to see if the battery body and 
terminals are damaged.
• Inserting a damaged battery in the 
camera will damage the camera.When you go out, bring charged spare 
batteries.
• Be aware that the operating time of the 
battery will become shorter in low 
temperatures such as outdoors at a ski 
resort.
• When you travel, be sure to prepare the 
supplied charger to charge the battery on 
the spot.
Dispose of an unusable battery.
• The battery has a limited life.
• Do not throw the battery into fire because 
it may cause an explosion.
• An unusable battery should be discarded 
in accordance with battery recycling laws. 
For information you can call the RBRC 
hotline at 1-800-822-8837.
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.
nCharger
• If you use the charger near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the 
charger 3.28 feet (1 m) or more away from 
radio.
• When the charger is in use, it may 
generate whirring sounds. However, this 
is not a malfunction.
• After use, be sure to disconnect the 
charger from the electrical outlet. (If it is 
left connected, a minute amount of 
current is consumed.)
• Keep the terminals of the charger and 
battery clean. 
						

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Message Display
[THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED]
Cancel the card lock.
[NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY]
Play back after recording or after inserting 
a card with a recorded picture.
[THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED]
After canceling the protect setting, you can 
delete or overwrite the picture.
[THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/
[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE 
DELETED]
The pictures not based on the DCF 
standard cannot be deleted.
• To delete this kind of picture, first save 
your data to your computer, then use this 
unit to reformat the card.
[NO ADDITIONAL DELETE SELECTIONS 
CAN BE MADE]
You have exceeded the number of pictures 
that can be set at once with multi-delete 
setting.
You have placed more than 999 pictures in 
your favorites list.
[CANNOT BE SET ON THIS PICTURE]/
[CANNOT BE SET ON SOME PICTURES]
If the pictures are not based on the DCF 
standard, the DPOF print cannot be set.[MEMORY CARD ERROR 
FORMAT THIS CARD?]
The format of the card cannot be 
recognized by this camera. Format the card 
again with this camera.
Save your data to your computer, then use 
this unit to reformat the card.
[PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF AND 
THEN ON AGAIN]
This message appears when the camera 
does not operate properly. Turn the camera 
off and on. If the message persists, contact 
the dealer or your nearest servicenter.
[MEMORY CARD ERROR]
Failed access to the card.
Insert the card again.
[READ ERROR 
PLEASE CHECK THE CARD]
Data reading error.
Check that the card is inserted correctly 
and play it again.
[WRITE ERROR 
PLEASE CHECK THE CARD]
Data writing error.
Turn the camera off and remove the card. 
Then insert the card and turn the camera 
on again. Be sure that the camera is turned 
off before removing or inserting the card to 
avoid damage. This error may also indicate 
that the card is damaged. 
						

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[MOTION RECORDING WAS 
CANCELLED DUE TO THE LIMITATION 
OF THE WRITING SPEED OF THE 
CARD]
When you set the [PICT.MODE] to 
[30fpsVGA] or [30fps16:9], use cards that 
have a speed of 10 MB/second or better 
(shown on the card packaging) for best 
results.
Shooting may stop unexpectedly with some 
types of card or if you use a card whose 
memory has been fragmented by repeated 
shooting and erasure. Clean up the card 
with this unit beforehand for best results 
(P103).
[A FOLDER CANNOT BE CREATED]
The card is full so you cannot create a 
folder.
Save your data to your computer, then use 
this unit to reformat the card.
[MOTION MODE IS NOT AVAILABLE IN 
3:2 ASPECT. SET THE ASPECT SWITCH 
IN 4:3 OR 16:9.]
You cannot shoot motion pictures if you 
have set the aspect ratio to [ ]. Set the 
aspect ratio to either [
j] or [h]. (P87) 
						

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Troubleshooting
If you put the menu back to the settings at the time of purchase, the conditions may be 
improved. Carry out the [RESET] in the setup menu. (P25)
nBattery and power supply
nShooting
ConditionsCauses
The camera will not turn 
on.Is the battery inserted correctly? Check the direction of the 
battery.
Is the battery sufficiently charged?
Use a battery that has been sufficiently charged.
The camera turns off 
soon after turning it on.The battery is out of power. Recharge the battery or use one 
that has sufficient charge.
ConditionsCauses
The picture cannot be 
recorded.Is the card inserted?
Is the mode dial correctly set?
Is there any memory capacity left on the card?
Before recording, delete some pictures.
The subject is not 
focused properly.The focus range varies depending on the recording mode.
Rotate the mode dial to set to the proper mode for the 
distance to the subject.
Is the subject out of the focus range? (P32)
When you cannot focus on the subject even if you tried many 
times, turn the camera off once and turn it on again.
The recorded picture is 
blurred.When taking a picture in shaded areas or indoors, the shutter 
speed becomes slow and the Optical Image Stabilizer 
function may not work properly. In this case, we recommend 
holding the camera with both hands firmly to take pictures 
(P32).
The recorded pictures 
are pale.
There is dirt on the lens.Stains, such as fingerprints, may be on the lens. If the surface 
of the lens is dirty, turn on the camera and clean it with a soft 
cloth.
Shooting of motion 
pictures stops 
unexpectedly.This camera is not compatible with motion picture recording 
on MultiMediaCards. 
When you set the [PICT.MODE] to [30fpsVGA] or [30fps16:9], 
use cards that have a speed of 10 MB/second or better 
(shown on the card packaging) for best results.
Shooting may stop unexpectedly with some types of card or if 
you use a card whose memory has been fragmented by 
repeated shooting and erasure. Clean up the card with this 
unit beforehand for best results (P103). 
						

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nLCD
nFlash
ConditionsCauses
The picture is not 
displayed on the LCD 
monitor.Is the power save mode (P24) activated? Press the shutter 
button halfway to disactive these modes.
Is the battery charge insufficient to operate the camera? Use 
a battery that has been sufficiently charged.
The brightness of the 
screen becomes dark or 
bright for a moment.This phenomenon appears when pressing the shutter button 
halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the 
recorded pictures.
The screen is too bright 
or dark.Adjust the brightness of the screen. (P24)
Is the Power LCD function activated? (P28)
Some pixels are inactive 
or always lit on the LCD 
monitor.This is not a malfunction.
These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.
Noise appears on the 
LCD monitor.In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness 
of the LCD monitor. This does not affect the pictures you are 
recording.
A vertical red spectrum 
appears on the LCD 
monitor.This is called smear. It is specific to CCD, not a malfunction.
It appears when the subject has a bright part. It is recorded 
on motion pictures, but not recorded on still pictures.
ConditionsCauses
Flash is not activated.Make sure the flash is open.
Slide the [< OPEN] switch. (P40)
The flash is not activated when motion picture mode [i], 
[SCENERY], [NIGHT SCENERY], [FIREWORKS] or 
[STARRY SKY] in scene mode (P61) is selected.
The flash is activated 2 
times.With AUTO/Red-eye reduction [s], Forced ON/Red-eye 
reduction [q], and Slow-sync./Red-eye reduction 
[u], the first flash is preparatory in order to reduce the 
redeye effect. The flash for shooting goes off after that. 
						

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nPlayback
ConditionsCauses
The picture is not played 
back.Is the card inserted?
Is there a picture in the card?
Is the mode dial set to playback [Q]?
Pictures rotate 
unexpectedly.One of the features of this unit can automatically detect when 
you have turned the camera side on to take a picture, then 
rotate that picture for you when you play it back.
In some cases, the unit may detect that you have turned the 
camera side on, when in fact you are facing it up or down. 
• Set [ROTATE DISP.] (P93) to [OFF] so that the camera does 
not rotate these kinds of pictures for you.
• You can use [ROTATE] (P94) to rotate the pictures when 
necessary.
Images are grainy or 
noisy.Check that ISO sensitivity isn’t too high or that shutter speed 
isn’t too slow. 
• Reduce ISO sensitivity. (P73)
• In [PICT.ADJ.], set [NOISE REDUCTION] to [HIGH]. (P79)
• Improve the ambient light.
Folder or file name 
appears as [–] and the 
display goes black.The picture may have been changed on a computer or taken 
on a different manufacturer’s camera. 
This problem can also occur if you remove the battery 
immediately after taking a picture or if the battery had very 
little charge left. 
• You will need to reformat the card to delete this type of 
picture. (P103) (Remember that all data will be irretrievably 
erased when you format the card, so save your data and 
check the card before proceeding.)