Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Ts20 Basic Owners Manual

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∫Handling of the camera
•Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or 
dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a 
Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
•When the camera is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive, sun oil, sun 
screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
•Waterproof function of the camera is for sea water...

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1Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side door.ABrush (supplied)
B Side door
•If there is any foreign object, such as 
lint, hair, sand, etc., on the 
surrounding area, water will leak 
within a few seconds causing 
malfunction.
•Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there 
is any liquid.
It may cause water leaks and 
malfunction if you use the camera 
with liquid adhered.
•If there is any foreign material, 
remove with supplied brush.
•Be extremely careful to...

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•Use the camera underwater to 5 m (16 feet) with the water temperature between 0oC and 
40 oC (32 oF and 104 oF).
•Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung).•Do not use the camera at a depth of over 5 m (16 feet).•Do not use it in the hot water over 40 oC (104oF) (in the bath or hot spring).•Do not use the camera underwater longer than 60 minutes continuously.•Do not open or close the side door underwater.•Do not apply shock to the camera underwater. (Waterproof performance may not be...

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2Drain water by holding the camera upside-down A and the right way up  B 
and shaking it lightly a few times.
•After using the camera at the beach or in water, or after washing it, water may remain 
around the speaker and microphone for a while and may cause a drop in volume or 
sound distortion.
•Fasten the strap firmly to prevent the camera from dropping.
3Wipe off water drops on the camera with a 
soft, dry cloth and dry the camera in a 
shaded area that is well ventilated.
•Dry the...

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Names and Functions of Main Parts
1Flash
2 Motion picture button
3 Shutter button
4 Camera [ON/OFF] button
5 Microphone
6 Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
7Lens
8 LCD monitor
9 [MODE] button
10 Zoom button
11 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when 
using the camera to ensure that you 
will not drop it.
12 Release lever
13 [LOCK] switch 14 Side door
15 [
(] (Playback) button
16 [Q.MENU]/[ ] (Delete/Cancel) 
button
17 [DISPLAY] button
18 [MENU/SET] button
19 Cursor buttons
20...

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Charging the Battery
Use the dedicated charger and battery.•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.•Charge the battery with the charger indoors [10oC to 30oC (50oF to 86 oF)].
∫About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCK7PP.
Attach the battery paying attention to the 
direction of the battery.
Connect the charger to the electrical 
outlet.
•
The [CHARGE] indicator A lights up and...

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Inserting and Removing the Card 
(optional)/the Battery
•Check that this unit is turned off.•Confirm that there is no foreign object.•We recommend using a Panasonic card.
1: Slide the [LOCK] switch  A, and 
release the lock.
2 : Slide the release lever  B and open the 
side door.
•
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries 
(DMW-BCK7PP).
•If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee 
the quality of this product.
Battery: Being careful about the battery 
orientation, insert all the way...

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Sequence of operations
Press camera [ON/OFF] button.
•
The clock is not set when the camera is 
shipped. Set the date and time before 
using the camera.
Press the shutter button halfway to 
focus and then press it fully to take 
the picture.
∫Selecting the Recording ModePress [MODE] to select the Recording Mode.
: Take pictures with automatic settings.
: Take pictures with your own settings.
: This mode is optimal for taking pictures of sporting events, etc.
: This mode is optimal for...

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∫Recording Motion PicturesStart recording by pressing the motion picture button.•Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.•Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously is 29 minutes 59 seconds. 
The maximum available recording time continuously is displayed on the screen.
∫Setting the MenuPress [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the recording function, 
camera settings, and other settings.
∫Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])Press [( ].•Press 2...

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Reading the Owner’s Manual 
(PDF format)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in 
“Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. 
Install it on your PC to read it.
∫For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s 
Manual (supplied).
Click the [Owner’s Manual].
Select the desired language and 
then click [Owner’s Manual] to 
install.
ATo return to the install menu.
Double-click the “Owner’s Manual”...