Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs1 Operating Instructions
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link, AVCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to DMC-ZS3 only. VQT1Z82-1 For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: [email protected] Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No.DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 PCP
2 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 3 A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take the time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. Model No. Serial No. Information for Your Safety WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units. Carefully observe copyright laws. Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. • Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • VIERA LinkTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.• EZ SyncTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • HDAVI Control TM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • SDHC Logo is a trademark. • Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
2 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 3 A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take the time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. Model No. Serial No. Information for Your Safety WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units. Carefully observe copyright laws. Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. • Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • VIERA LinkTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.• EZ SyncTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • HDAVI Control TM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • SDHC Logo is a trademark. • Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
4 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 5 Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.16). -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. About the battery charger CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Turn on the power Set REC/PLAY switch to Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back the pictures Previous Next 1. Set REC/PLAY switch to . 2. Select the picture you want to view.This manual provides operating instructions for the DMC-ZS3/DMC-ZS1. The appearance, specifications, and screen display vary depending on the\ model that is used. The descriptions in this manual are primarily based on the DMC-ZS3. Details about functions specific to each model are indicated by symbols \ added to headings or at the end of descriptions, etc. (Example) Functions available in the DMC-ZS3 only: Functions available in the DMC-ZS1 only:
4 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 5 Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.16). -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. About the battery charger CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Turn on the power Set REC/PLAY switch to Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back the pictures Previous Next 1. Set REC/PLAY switch to . 2. Select the picture you want to view.This manual provides operating instructions for the DMC-ZS3/DMC-ZS1. The appearance, specifications, and screen display vary depending on the\ model that is used. The descriptions in this manual are primarily based on the DMC-ZS3. Details about functions specific to each model are indicated by symbols \ added to headings or at the end of descriptions, etc. (Example) Functions available in the DMC-ZS3 only: Functions available in the DMC-ZS1 only:
Record, view, save those precious moments. VQT1Z82 7 6 VQT1Z82 View P.107 ● Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! AV cable HDMI mini cable (sold separately) ● Easy operation with VIERA remote control ‘VIERA Link’ support Print P.104 ● With your printer Connect directly to easily print pictures at home. Use a PictBridge-compatible printer. USB connection cable ● At digital photo center Give card to shop assistant to print pictures. SD memory card Save and enjoy your pictures! P.99 Use the bundled software ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO3’ for● Saving, retouching, and managing your images ● Creating DVD discs (AVCHD/DVD-Video) from recorded motion pictures SD memory card USB connection cable With DVD recorder1 Save to DVD or hard disk SD memory card AV cable 1 See respective products’ instruction manuals for details.2 Can be used on SDHC memory card-compatible devices.3 ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition’ is included with the DMC-ZS3 model. ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0’ is included with the DMC-ZS1 model. In this manual, ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ refers to either version of the software. Record P.28 Taking picture with automatic settings ● Camera automatically detects the scene ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO’ Mode (P.32) ● Automatically adjusts the optimum focus and brightness settings based on the movement of the subject ‘AF TRACKING’ (P.34) ● Recognizes faces and brings them into sharp focus ‘Face detection’ (P.34, 73) Wide Angle● Everyone can fit into a group photo ‘25 mm wide angle lens’ Zoom Shooting (P.37)● ‘Optical 12x zoom’ (‘21.4x zoom’ with Extended optical zoom) for close-up pictures of people at a distance Taking Motion Pictures (P.61, 64)● Quick switching to motion picture recording at the touch of a button ‘Motion picture Button’ ● High-definition motion picture recording over extended durations ‘AVCHD Lite’ (1280 x 720p) ● Zoom functions available even during motion picture recording Face recognition function (P.65)● Detect faces close to those that have been registered for priority focus and exposure adjustment. ‘Face recognition’ 323232 Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. ● SD memory card/SDHC memory card 2 (sold separately)
Record, view, save those precious moments. VQT1Z82 7 6 VQT1Z82 View P.107 ● Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! AV cable HDMI mini cable (sold separately) ● Easy operation with VIERA remote control ‘VIERA Link’ support Print P.104 ● With your printer Connect directly to easily print pictures at home. Use a PictBridge-compatible printer. USB connection cable ● At digital photo center Give card to shop assistant to print pictures. SD memory card Save and enjoy your pictures! P.99 Use the bundled software ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO3’ for● Saving, retouching, and managing your images ● Creating DVD discs (AVCHD/DVD-Video) from recorded motion pictures SD memory card USB connection cable With DVD recorder1 Save to DVD or hard disk SD memory card AV cable 1 See respective products’ instruction manuals for details.2 Can be used on SDHC memory card-compatible devices.3 ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0 HD Edition’ is included with the DMC-ZS3 model. ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO 3.0’ is included with the DMC-ZS1 model. In this manual, ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ refers to either version of the software. Record P.28 Taking picture with automatic settings ● Camera automatically detects the scene ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO’ Mode (P.32) ● Automatically adjusts the optimum focus and brightness settings based on the movement of the subject ‘AF TRACKING’ (P.34) ● Recognizes faces and brings them into sharp focus ‘Face detection’ (P.34, 73) Wide Angle● Everyone can fit into a group photo ‘25 mm wide angle lens’ Zoom Shooting (P.37)● ‘Optical 12x zoom’ (‘21.4x zoom’ with Extended optical zoom) for close-up pictures of people at a distance Taking Motion Pictures (P.61, 64)● Quick switching to motion picture recording at the touch of a button ‘Motion picture Button’ ● High-definition motion picture recording over extended durations ‘AVCHD Lite’ (1280 x 720p) ● Zoom functions available even during motion picture recording Face recognition function (P.65)● Detect faces close to those that have been registered for priority focus and exposure adjustment. ‘Face recognition’ 323232 Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. ● SD memory card/SDHC memory card 2 (sold separately)
8 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 9 Contents Before use Before use ............................................ 10Read first ..................................................... 10To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ... 10Standard Accessories ......................... 11 Names of parts..................................... 12 Cursor button .............................................. 12 Preparations Charging battery .................................. 13 Inserting battery and card .................. 15 Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) ........................ 16 Remaining battery and memory capacity .... 16 Setting the clock .................................. 17 Using menus ........................................ 18 Menu type ................................................... 19 Using Quick menu ....................................... 20 Using SETUP menu ......................... 21CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/TRAVEL DATE/BEEP/VOLUME/MONITOR ........................ 21LCD MODE/DISPLAY SIZE/GUIDE LINE/HISTOGRAM/REC AREA ..................................... 22ECONOMY/AUTO REVIEW ............. 23ZOOM RESUME/NO.RESET/RESET/USB MODE ......................... 24TV ASPECT/HDMI MODE ..... 25VIERA Link /VERSION DISP./FORMAT/LANGUAGE ..................... 26DEMO MODE ........................................ 27 Basics Basic shooting operation ............ 28Holding the camera/Direction detection function ... 29 Mode dial ..................................................... 29 Basic shooting operation ............ 30Holding the camera/Direction detection function ... 31 Mode dial ..................................................... 31 Taking picture with automatic settings... 32 Face Detection and Face Recognition ........ 34 AF TRACKING ............................................ 34 Taking pictures with your own settings ... 35Align focus for desired composition ............ 36Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom ... 37 DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................... 39Viewing your pictures (NORMAL PLAY) ... 40 Deleting pictures ................................. 41 To delete multiple (up to 50) or all pictures ... 41 Application (Record) Changing recording information display ... 42 Taking pictures with flash ................... 43 Taking close-up pictures/motion pictures ... 45 TELE MACRO ...................................... 45 MACRO ZOOM....................................... 46Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment ....47 Taking images with self-timer ............ 48 Taking pictures/motion pictures with exposure compensation ..................... 49 EXPOSURE/AUTO BRACKET (Pictures only) ........... 49Taking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio ............ 50 Taking pictures according to the scene ... 51PORTRAIT/SOFT SKIN/TRANSFORM/SELF PORTRAIT ..... 52SCENERY/PANORAMA ASSIST/SPORTS ................................................ 53NIGHT PORTRAIT/NIGHT SCENERY/FOOD/PARTY/CANDLE LIGHT .................. 54BABY/PET/SUNSET .................. 55HIGH SENS./HI-SPEED BURST ..... 56FLASH BURST/STARRY SKY ......... 57FIREWORKS/BEACH/SNOW/AERIAL PHOTO/PIN HOLE ............. 58FILM GRAIN/UNDERWATER .......... 59 Setting frequently-used scene modes on the mode dial ................ 60 Taking motion pictures .......... 61 Taking motion pictures .......... 64 Taking pictures with the face recognition function ............... 65Face Recognition function ........................... 65 Face registration ......................................... 65 Useful features for travel .................... 67TRAVEL DATE ....................................... 67WORLD TIME ........................................ 68Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu ... 69PICTURE SIZE ...................................... 69QUALITY/ASPECT RATIO/INTELLIGENT ISO ................................ 70SENSITIVITY ......................................... 71WHITE BALANCE ................................. 72FACE RECOG. / AF MODE ..... 73PRE AF/METERING MODE .............. 75I.EXPOSURE/BURST ...................... 76DIGITAL ZOOM/COLOR MODE/STABILIZER ......................................... 77MIN. SHTR SPEED/AUDIO REC/AF ASSIST LAMP .................................. 78CLOCK SET/REC MODE ........ 79REC QUALITY/ CONTINUOUS AF/WIND CUT ..................................... 80 Taking/viewing clipboard pictures ... 81Taking clipboard pictures/ Viewing clipboard pictures .......................... 81 Zoom mark/CLIPBOARD menu .................. 82 Application (View) Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback)... 83 Viewing motion pictures/pictures with audio..... 84 Different playback methods ............... 85 SLIDE SHOW ........................................ 86MODE PLAY .................................. 87CATEGORY PLAY/FAVORITE PLAY ....88Using PLAYBACK menu ..................... 89CALENDAR/TITLE EDIT .................. 89 Text input method ........................................ 89 TEXT STAMP ......................................... 90RESIZE .................................................. 91TRIMMING ............................................. 92LEVELING/FACE RECOG. ...... 93ASPECT CONV. /ROTATE DISP. .. 94 FAVORITE ............................................. 95PRINT SET ............................................ 96PROTECT/AUDIO DUB. .................. 97COPY ..................................................... 98 Connecting with other devices Copying recorded pictures ................. 99Dubbing playback images via AV cables ..... 99 Copying to computers ................................. 99 Using with your PC ............................ 100Copying still pictures and motion pictures ... 101 Using the Multi Conversion Adaptor (sold separately) ........................................ 103 Printing ............................................... 104Printing multiple pictures/ Print with date and text .............................. 105 Making print settings on camera ............... 106 Viewing on TV screen ....................... 107Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket ... 108VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI ControlTM) ... 109 Others List of LCD monitor displays ............ 112In recording ............................................... 112 In playback ................................................ 113 Message displays .............................. 114 Q&A Troubleshooting ...................... 116 Usage cautions and notes ................ 122 Recording picture/time capacity .......... 124 Specifications .................................... 128 Optional accessories ........................ 132 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) ...133 Request for Service Notice (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) ...... 134 Limited Warranty (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) ...... 135 Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) ....... 137 Index ................................................... 140
8 VQT1Z82VQT1Z82 9 Contents Before use Before use ............................................ 10Read first ..................................................... 10To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ... 10Standard Accessories ......................... 11 Names of parts..................................... 12 Cursor button .............................................. 12 Preparations Charging battery .................................. 13 Inserting battery and card .................. 15 Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) ........................ 16 Remaining battery and memory capacity .... 16 Setting the clock .................................. 17 Using menus ........................................ 18 Menu type ................................................... 19 Using Quick menu ....................................... 20 Using SETUP menu ......................... 21CLOCK SET/WORLD TIME/TRAVEL DATE/BEEP/VOLUME/MONITOR ........................ 21LCD MODE/DISPLAY SIZE/GUIDE LINE/HISTOGRAM/REC AREA ..................................... 22ECONOMY/AUTO REVIEW ............. 23ZOOM RESUME/NO.RESET/RESET/USB MODE ......................... 24TV ASPECT/HDMI MODE ..... 25VIERA Link /VERSION DISP./FORMAT/LANGUAGE ..................... 26DEMO MODE ........................................ 27 Basics Basic shooting operation ............ 28Holding the camera/Direction detection function ... 29 Mode dial ..................................................... 29 Basic shooting operation ............ 30Holding the camera/Direction detection function ... 31 Mode dial ..................................................... 31 Taking picture with automatic settings... 32 Face Detection and Face Recognition ........ 34 AF TRACKING ............................................ 34 Taking pictures with your own settings ... 35Align focus for desired composition ............ 36Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom ... 37 DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................... 39Viewing your pictures (NORMAL PLAY) ... 40 Deleting pictures ................................. 41 To delete multiple (up to 50) or all pictures ... 41 Application (Record) Changing recording information display ... 42 Taking pictures with flash ................... 43 Taking close-up pictures/motion pictures ... 45 TELE MACRO ...................................... 45 MACRO ZOOM....................................... 46Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment ....47 Taking images with self-timer ............ 48 Taking pictures/motion pictures with exposure compensation ..................... 49 EXPOSURE/AUTO BRACKET (Pictures only) ........... 49Taking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio ............ 50 Taking pictures according to the scene ... 51PORTRAIT/SOFT SKIN/TRANSFORM/SELF PORTRAIT ..... 52SCENERY/PANORAMA ASSIST/SPORTS ................................................ 53NIGHT PORTRAIT/NIGHT SCENERY/FOOD/PARTY/CANDLE LIGHT .................. 54BABY/PET/SUNSET .................. 55HIGH SENS./HI-SPEED BURST ..... 56FLASH BURST/STARRY SKY ......... 57FIREWORKS/BEACH/SNOW/AERIAL PHOTO/PIN HOLE ............. 58FILM GRAIN/UNDERWATER .......... 59 Setting frequently-used scene modes on the mode dial ................ 60 Taking motion pictures .......... 61 Taking motion pictures .......... 64 Taking pictures with the face recognition function ............... 65Face Recognition function ........................... 65 Face registration ......................................... 65 Useful features for travel .................... 67TRAVEL DATE ....................................... 67WORLD TIME ........................................ 68Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu ... 69PICTURE SIZE ...................................... 69QUALITY/ASPECT RATIO/INTELLIGENT ISO ................................ 70SENSITIVITY ......................................... 71WHITE BALANCE ................................. 72FACE RECOG. / AF MODE ..... 73PRE AF/METERING MODE .............. 75I.EXPOSURE/BURST ...................... 76DIGITAL ZOOM/COLOR MODE/STABILIZER ......................................... 77MIN. SHTR SPEED/AUDIO REC/AF ASSIST LAMP .................................. 78CLOCK SET/REC MODE ........ 79REC QUALITY/ CONTINUOUS AF/WIND CUT ..................................... 80 Taking/viewing clipboard pictures ... 81Taking clipboard pictures/ Viewing clipboard pictures .......................... 81 Zoom mark/CLIPBOARD menu .................. 82 Application (View) Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback)... 83 Viewing motion pictures/pictures with audio..... 84 Different playback methods ............... 85 SLIDE SHOW ........................................ 86MODE PLAY .................................. 87CATEGORY PLAY/FAVORITE PLAY ....88Using PLAYBACK menu ..................... 89CALENDAR/TITLE EDIT .................. 89 Text input method ........................................ 89 TEXT STAMP ......................................... 90RESIZE .................................................. 91TRIMMING ............................................. 92LEVELING/FACE RECOG. ...... 93ASPECT CONV. /ROTATE DISP. .. 94 FAVORITE ............................................. 95PRINT SET ............................................ 96PROTECT/AUDIO DUB. .................. 97COPY ..................................................... 98 Connecting with other devices Copying recorded pictures ................. 99Dubbing playback images via AV cables ..... 99 Copying to computers ................................. 99 Using with your PC ............................ 100Copying still pictures and motion pictures ... 101 Using the Multi Conversion Adaptor (sold separately) ........................................ 103 Printing ............................................... 104Printing multiple pictures/ Print with date and text .............................. 105 Making print settings on camera ............... 106 Viewing on TV screen ....................... 107Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket ... 108VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI ControlTM) ... 109 Others List of LCD monitor displays ............ 112In recording ............................................... 112 In playback ................................................ 113 Message displays .............................. 114 Q&A Troubleshooting ...................... 116 Usage cautions and notes ................ 122 Recording picture/time capacity .......... 124 Specifications .................................... 128 Optional accessories ........................ 132 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) ...133 Request for Service Notice (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) ...... 134 Limited Warranty (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) ...... 135 Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) ....... 137 Index ................................................... 140
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Before useStandard
Accessories
Do a test shot first!
Check first to see if you can take pictures
and record sounds (motion pictures/
pictures with audio) successfully.
We will not compensate for failed/
lost recording or for direct/indirect
damage.
Panasonic will not provide compensation
for video or image damage caused by
faults with camera or card.
Certain pictures cannot be played
back
• Pictures edited on a computer
• Pictures taken or edited on a different
camera
(Pictures taken or edited on this camera
may also not be able to be played back
on other cameras)
Software on the CD-ROM supplied
The following actions are prohibited:
• Making duplicates (copying) for sale or
rent
• Copying onto networks
Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure
• Avoid exposing the camera to strong
vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or hitting
the camera, or sitting down with the camera
in your pocket. (Attach hand strap to avoid
dropping camera. Hanging any items other
than the supplied hand strap from the
camera can apply pressure against it.)
• Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor.
Do not get the camera wet or insert
foreign objects
This camera is not waterproof.
• Do not expose the camera to water, rain,
or seawater.
(If camera gets wet, wipe with a soft,
dry cloth. Wring cloth thoroughly first if
wet with seawater, etc.)
• Avoid exposing lens and socket to dust
or sand, and do not allow liquids to leak
into gaps around buttons.
Avoid condensation caused by sudden
changes in temperature and humidity
• When moving between places of
different temperature or humidity, place
camera into a plastic bag and allow to
adjust to conditions before use.
• If the lens clouds up, switch off the
power and leave for about two hours to
allow camera to adjust to conditions.
• If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with
a soft, dry cloth.
Read first
Lens
• If lens is dirty:Images may appear slightly white if lens is
dirty (fingerprints, etc.).
Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens
barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe
the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight.
Camera ON/OFF switch
Do not touch the lens
barrier, as this may
damage lens. Be
careful when removing
camera from bag, etc.
When using tripod
• Do not apply excessive force or tighten
screws at an angle (may damage
camera, screw hole, or label.)
• Ensure that the tripod is stable.
(Read the tripod’s instruction manual.)
When transporting
Switch off power.
We recommend using a genuine leather
case (DMW-CT3, sold separately).
Please also refer to ‘Usage cautions and
notes’ (P.122).
LCD monitor characteristics
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monit\
or screen.
However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on\
the screen.
This is not a malfunction.
The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with
a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be
recorded on pictures on the built-in memory or a card.
Grip area
Unit temperature
The camera may become warm during use. (Especially grip area, etc.)
This does not cause a problem with the performance or quality of the
camera.
To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faultsPart numbers are as of February 2009
Battery Pack
DMW-BCG10PP
• Charge the battery before use.
(referred to in this manual as ‘battery’)
Battery ChargerDE-A65B
(referred to in this manual as ‘charger’)
Battery Carrying Case
VGQ0E45
Hand StrapVFC4297
USB Connection Cable
K1HA14AD0001
AV Cable
K1HA14CD0001
CD-ROM
• Install software on your computer to
use it.
Please dispose of all packaging
appropriately.
Optional accessories (P.132)
• Cards are optional. You can record
or play back pictures on the built-in
memory when you are not using a card.
(P.16)
• If any accessories are lost, customers
in the USA and Puerto Rico should
contact Panasonic’s parts department
at 1 800 833-9626 and customers
in Canada should contact 1 800
99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for
further information about obtaining
replacement parts.