Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Sz10 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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(General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection)•Try [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu.
•Use within the communication range of the device to be connected.•Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency operated 
nearby?
> Radio waves may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use t hem sufficiently away from the 
device.
•When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with  other equipment may not start or the 
connection may be disrupted.
(A message such as [Communication error] is displayed.)
•If you place the camera on a metal table or shelf, the radio waves may be adversely affected. In such 
cases, you may not be able to establish a connection. Move the  camera away from the metal 
surface.
(About a wireless access point)
•Check if the wireless access point to connect is in operating s tate.•The camera may not display or connect to a wireless access poin t depending on the radio wave 
condition.
> Move this unit closer to the wireless access point
> Remove the obstacles between this unit and the wireless access  point
> Change the direction of this unit
> Change the location and orientati on of the wireless access point.
> Perform the [Manual Input].  (P121)
•It may not display even if the radio waves exist depending on the setting of the wireless access 
point.
>Check the settings of the wireless access point.
> When the network SSID of the wireless access point is set not to broadcast, the wireless access 
point may not be detected. Enter the network SSID to start the  connection (P121) or enable the 
SSID broadcast of the wireless access point.
•Connection types and security setting methods are different dep ending on the wireless access point.
(Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access poi nt.)
•Is the 5 GHz/2.4 GHz switchable wireless access point connected  to other equipment using the 
5 GHz band?
> The use of a wireless access point that can use 5 GHz/2.4 GHz s imultaneously is recommended. 
It cannot be used simultaneously with this camera if it is not  compatible.
•It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi conne ction setting of the smartphone, but 
it is not a malfunction.
About the Wi-Fi function
A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established.
Radio waves get disconnected.
Wireless access point is not displayed.
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•From the Wi-Fi setting menu on the smartphone, turn off and then on the Wi-Fi function.
•When the firewall of the OS, security software, etc. is enabled, connecting to the PC may not be 
possible.
•Some OS versions, including Windows 8, use two types of account s: a local account and a Microsoft 
account.
> Be sure to use the user name and password for the local account .
•The default workgroup name is set to “WORKGROUP”. If you changed the workgroup name, the PC 
will not be recognized.
>In [Change Workgroup Name] in [PC Connection] of the [Wi-Fi Set up] menu, change the 
workgroup name to that of the PC you are connecting to.
Refer to  P128 for details.
•Please confirm login name and password are correctly typed.•When the system time  of Mac computer or Windows PC connected to  a camera differs severely from 
that of the camera, the camera cannot be connected to the compu ter or PC in some OSs.
> Please confirm [Clock Set] and [World Time] of the camera matches  with time, date and time 
zone in Windows PC or Mac computer. When both settings do not m atch severely, please match 
them.
•The settings stored in the camera may be deleted depending on t he type of repair.
> Always make a copy of important settings.
•Execute the [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu.  (P45)
> Be aware that all the information you have set in the [Wi-Fi Se tup] menu will also be reset.
•Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flash ing red.•Is the size of the image too large?
>Reduce the size of the still picture, then transmit  (P118, 127).
•Motion pictures that are too large in size cannot be transmitte d.
This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the s martphone.
Images cannot be transmitted to a PC.
When I try to set up a Wi-Fi connection with a Windows 8 PC, my  user name and 
password are not recognized, so I cannot connect to the PC.
The PC is not recognized when I use a Wi-Fi connection.
The camera cannot be connected to PC via Wi-Fi connection.
Settings were deleted after I sent the camera in to be repaired .
I have forgotten the password for the Wi-Fi.
Transmission of the image fails midway.
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•Is the camera connected to the TV correctly?
>Set the TV input to External Input Mode.
•Depending on the TV model, the pi ctures may be elongated horizontally or vertically or they may be 
displayed with their edges cut off.
•Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly ins erting the card in the card slot of the 
TV?
> Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable (optional) and then play back the pictures on the 
camera.  (P130)
•Check [TV Aspect] setting.  (P45)
•Is the camera connected to the PC correctly?•Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly?
>Select [PC] when connecting. (P133)
> Turn this unit off and on.
•Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the  card is inserted in the camera.•If there are two or more USB terminal on a single PC, try connecting the USB connection cable to 
another USB terminal.
•Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
•A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when co nnecting, but do not format.•If the [Access] displayed on the monitor does not disappear, disconnect the USB connection cable 
after turning this unit off.
•Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not suppor t PictBridge.
> Select [PictBridge(PTP)] when connecting.  (P135)
TV, PC and printer
The picture does not appear on the television.
The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s monitor are  different.
The motion pictures cannot be played back on a TV.
The picture is not displayed fully on the TV.
Cannot communicate with the PC.
The card is not recognized by the PC.
(The built-in memory is recognized.)
The card is not recognized by the PC.
(SDXC memory card is used)
The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer. 
						

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•When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function before 
printing.
(For details, refer to the operating instructions for the print er.)
•When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the 16:9 pictures can be 
printed.
•Since aspect ratio of a panorama picture differs from normal pi ctures, it may not always be possible 
to print it correctly.
> Please use a printer that supports panorama pictures.
(For details, refer to the operating instructions for the print er.)
•Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup] menu icon [ ].
Then press [MENU/SET], and then select the [~] icon to set the desired language.  (P45)
•In dark places, the AF Assist Lamp lights red to make it easier  to focus on a subject.
•Is [AF Assist Lamp] on the [Rec] menu set to [ON]? (P83)•The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on in bright places.
•The surface of the camera may become warm during use. This does  not affect the performance or 
quality of the camera.
•When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement, etc ., the lens may click and the 
picture on the screen may drastically change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is 
caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not  a malfunction.
•If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset.
> [Please set the clock] message will be displayed; please reset  the clock. (P22)
The ends of the pictures are cut at printing.
The panorama picture is not printing correctly.
Others
An unreadable language was selected by mistake.
A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on.
The camera becomes warm.
The lens clicks.
The clock is reset. 
						

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•It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get colored, depending on the 
zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens, but  this is not a malfunction.
•When using the Extended Optical Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a 
malfunction.
•When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, th e pictures may be recorded in folders 
with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operatio n.
•If you insert or remove the battery before turning off this unit, the folder and file numbers for the 
pictures taken will not be stored in the memory. When this unit  is turned on again and pictures are 
taken, they may be stored under file numbers which should have been assigned to previous 
pictures.
•Formatting is not available in Intelligent Auto Mode. Switch th e Recording Mode to another one. 
(P25)
When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly disto rted and the areas 
around the subject contain colors which are not actually presen t.
Zooming stops instantaneously.
The file numbers are not recorded consecutively.
The file numbers are recorded with previously used numbers.
The card cannot be formatted. 
						

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Cautions for Use
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/o r sound on this unit may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may resu lt 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 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.  Then reinsert the battery or reconnect 
AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage li nes.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, th e recorded pictures and/or sound may 
be adversely affected.
Always use the supplied cords and cables.
If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables s upplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals .
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If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the came ra for a long period of 
time.
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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the 
outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth.
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When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping th e dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and 
then with a dry cloth.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean the camera, 
since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
•When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying  instructions.
•Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the monitor and it may 
malfunction.
•If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the m onitor will be slightly darker than usual 
at first. However, the picture w ill return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the 
camera increases.
•If there is liquid or sand on the lens, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
•If the lens is dirty, turn on the camera, eject the lens barrel  and gently wipe the lens surface with a 
soft, dry cloth.
•Do not force open the lens barrier.
•Do not press the lens with excessive force.•Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays o f light from the sun may cause it to 
malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside o r near a window.
Cleaning
About the monitor
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the  monitor screen. 
However, there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue, or  green) on the screen. 
This is not a malfunction. The monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels 
with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spo ts will not be recorded 
on pictures on the built-in memory or a card.
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The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes 
from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. If the surrounding temperature is 
too high or too low, the operating time of the battery may beco me shorter.
Always remove the battery after use.
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Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or carry  away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body  of the battery and the 
terminals are damaged.
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Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camer a.
Do not remove or damage the external label on the battery.
•Using a battery with part or all of the external label removed or using the one with a torn label may 
result in malfunctions.
Bring charged spare batteries when going out.
•Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature conditions suc h 
as at a ski resort.
•When you travel, do not forget to bring the AC adaptor (supplie d) and USB connection cable 
(supplied) so that you can charge the battery in the country th at you are traveling in.
Dispose of unusable battery.
•The battery has a limited life.•Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an expl osion.
•The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with bat tery recycling laws. Call the RBRC 
hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal  objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
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This can cause short-circuiting or heat generation and you may  be badly burned if you touch a 
battery.
•If you use the AC adaptor (supplied) near a radio, the radio re ception may be disturbed.
Keep the AC adaptor (supplied) 1 m (3.3 feet) or further away fro m radios.
•The AC adaptor (supplied) may generate whirring sounds when it  is being used. This is not a 
malfunction.
•After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
(A very small amount of current is consumed if it is left c onnected.)
Battery
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Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or 
static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not bend or drop the card.
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The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged  or deleted.
•Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card.•Do not allow dirt, dust, or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the 
terminals with your fingers.
Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of  the memory card
“Format” or “delete” using the camera or a PC will only modify  the file management 
information, it will not erase the data in the memory card comp letely.
It is recommended to physically destroy the memory card or use  the commercially 
available computer data deletion software to completely erase t he data in the memory 
card before transferring to another party or disposing.
Management of data in the memory card is the responsibility of  the user.
If a birthday is set for [Baby1] /[Baby2], this personal informa tion is kept in the camera and 
recorded in the image.
Setting a Wi-Fi password is recommended to protect personal inf ormation. (P129)
Disclaimer
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Information including personal information may be altered or va nish due to erroneous operation, 
effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way  for any direct or indirect damage from 
the alteration or vanishing of information or personal informat ion.
When requesting a repair, transferring to another party, or dis posing
•Reset the settings to protect the personal information.  (P45)•After making a copy of personal information, always delete information such as personal information 
and wireless LAN connection settings that you have saved within  the camera with [Reset Wi-Fi 
Settings] (P45) .
•If there are pictures stored in the built-in memory, copy them  onto the memory card (P98) before 
formatting the built-in memory  (P45) as needed.
•Remove the memory card from the camera when requesting a repair .•Built-in memory and settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired.
•Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Pan asonic if above operations are 
not possible due to malfunction.
When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory  card, please refer to 
“Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of  the memory card” above.
When uploading images on web services
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Images may contain information that can be used for identifying  individuals such as titles, recording 
dates, and location information. When uploading images on web services, check carefully, and then 
upload.
Card
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•Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
•Always remove the battery and the card from the camera.•If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharg e even if the camera is turned off. If the 
battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge e xcessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
•When storing the battery for a long period of time, we recommen d charging it once a year. Remove 
the battery from the camera and store it again after it has com pletely discharged.
•We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a 
cabinet.
•Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down  due to inappropriate handling. 
Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to los s of recorded data.
•When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this  unit is attached to it.
•You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.•Make sure that the screw on the tripod or unipod is not at an angle when attaching or detaching the 
camera. You may damage the screw on the camera if you use exces sive force when turning it. Also, 
the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratche d if the camera is attached too 
tightly to the tripod or unipod.
•Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully.
When not using the camera for a long period of time
About the picture data
About tripods or unipods