Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs25 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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 ■To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional)
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional). ●There are restrictions on some playback functions. ●The [Playback] and [Setup] menus become unavailable. ●Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on 
the aspect ratio setting.
 ●Cables that do not comply with HDMI standards will not work. ●When an HDMI mini cable is connected, pictures are not displayed on the LCD 
monitor.
 ●HDMI output will be canceled if a USB connection cable (supplied) is connected 
simultaneously.
 ●When the AV cable (optional) and HDMI mini cable (optional) are connected at the 
same time, no picture is output from the AV cable.
 ●Pictures may be momentarily distorted immediately after commencing playback or 
pausing on certain televisions.
 ■To connect with an AV cable (optional)
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (optional). ●Pictures rotated to portrait may be blurred slightly. ●Change picture mode settings on TV if aspect ratios are not displayed correctly on 
widescreen or high-definition televisions.
When you insert a card into the SD card slot in a television or a DVD recorder, you 
can play back recorded still pictures.
 • AVCHD motion pictures can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VIERA)  displaying the 

AVCHD logo.
 • You may not be able to play back panorama pictures. 

Also you cannot perform 
automatic scrolling playback of panorama pictures. 
 • When using both SDHC and SDXC Memory Cards, be sure to play each type of  card in equipment compatible with the particular format.    
						

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VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)
What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ●VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. ●VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Link-
compatible devices by connecting HDMI mini cables (optional) for enabling easy 
operation with the VIERA remote control. (Some operations are not available.)
 ●VIERA Link (HDMI) is an exclusive Panasonic function added to the industry-
standard HDMI control functions known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics 
Control). Operation is not guaranteed when connecting with non-Panasonic HDMI 
CEC-compatible devices. Refer to your product manual to verify compatibility with 
VIERA Link (HDMI).
 ●This camera supports VIERA Link (HDMI) Version 5. This is the Panasonic standard 
that also supports previous Panasonic VIERA Link devices.
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional). ●If you are unsure whether the TV you are using is compatible with VIERA Link, read 
the operating instructions for the TV.
 ●Cables that do not comply with HDMI standards will not work. ●If the [VIERA Link] setting on the camera is [ON], operations via the camera buttons 
will be limited.
 ●Ensure that the television you are connecting to has been set up to enable VIERA 
Link (HDMI) (consult your television operating instructions for details).    
						

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Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (→51)
Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible 
Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI mini cable 
(optional) 
(→130)
Turn on the camera and press the playback button
 • By holding down the playback button while the camera is turned off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode.
Proceed with the operation while referring to what is displayed 
on the TV screen
 • When operating, refer to the VIERA Link operating panel.
 ■Other related operations
 ●Turning the unit OFF
The camera can also be turned off when the television is turned off with the remote 
control.
 ●Automatic input select • This function automatically switches the television input to the camera screen whenever the camera is turned on while it is connected via the HDMI mini cable. 
The television can also be switched on via the camera from Standby Mode (if 
“Power on link” on the television is set to “on”).
 • If VIERA Link (HDMI) does not function correctly  (→156)    
						

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Viewing 3D still pictures
If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV, and play back still pictures that you 
recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the  TV. If a 3D-capable TV 
has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures that you recorded by inserting the 
card into the slot.
For the latest information about devices that can play back 3D still pictures recorded with this 
camera, please refer to the following support website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.)
Preparation: Set [3D Playback] to [3D]. (→51)
Connect the camera to a 3D-capable TV by use of an HDMI 
mini cable (optional) to display the playback screen 
(→130)
Display still pictures recorded in 3D
 • When the [VIERA Link] setting  (→51)  on the camera is set to [ON] and the camera 
is connected to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA), 
the television automatically switches its input and the playback screen is 
displayed. 
 • [3D] appears on the thumbnail of the 3D still pictures.
 ■To select and play back only still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D Play] in [Filtering Play] of the [Playback Mode] menu  (→113)
 ■To perform Slide Show playback of only still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D Play] in [Slide Show] of the [Playback Mode] menu (→110)
 ■To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D
 Select the picture recorded in 3D   Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback Mode] menu and then press  [MENU/SET] 
(→109)
 • Playback method will switch to 3D if it is playing back in 2D (conventional image), or it  will switch to 2D if it is playing back in 3D.
 • If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when playing back pictures recorded in 3D, set to 2D.    
						

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 ●On the LCD monitor of this camera, 3D still pictures will be played back in 2D 
(conventional pictures).
 ●When a 3D image is played back on a TV that is not 3D-capable, 2 pictures may 
appear side-by-side on the screen.
 ●If you select a thumbnail of 3D still pictures or display a thumbnail after playing back 
3D still pictures, it may take a few seconds to start playing back or displaying the 
pictures.
 ●Viewing 3D still pictures too close to a TV may cause eyestrain. ●When a TV has not been converted for viewing 3D still pictures, do necessary 
preparation on the TV. (For details about the necessary preparation of the TV, read 
the manual for the TV.)
 ●If you switch between 3D still pictures and normal still pictures while playing back 
pictures, a black screen will be displayed for a few seconds.
 ●When an image is not suitable for 3D viewing (due to excessive parallax, etc.) • During Slide Show playback: The image is displayed in 2D. • During [Filtering Play]:  A message appears confirming whether to display the image 
in 3D or not.
 ●The functions that are not operational or available for 3D still pictures: • [Setup] menu • [Playback] menu • Playback Zoom • Delete ●You can store 3D still pictures on a computer or Panasonic recorder. (→136)    
						

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The methods for copying still and motion pictures recorded with this camera to other 
devices vary according to the file format (JPEG, MPO, AVCHD, MP4). Follow the correct 
method for your device. 
Copying by inserting the SD card into the recorder
You can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with 
support for each file format.  
Check the latest information about equipment that is compatible with this camera on the 
following website.
 •Note that the equipment described may not be available in certain countries and regions.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/(This site is available in English only.)
 • See the instruction manual for the recorder for details for copying and playing back.
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Dubbing playback pictures via AV cables (optional)
Videos that are played on this camera can be dubbed on media such as a disc, hard disk 
or videotape using a device such as a video recorder. This method is useful as it allows 
dubbing to be performed even with devices that are not compatible with high definition 
images. Picture quality will be reduced from high definition to standard definition.  Audio 
will be monaural.
Connect camera to recorder
To recorder’s input socket AV cable
(optional)
Start playback on camera
Start recording on recorder
 • To stop recording (dubbing), stop the recording 
on your recorder first before stopping the 
playback on the camera.
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (optional). ●When using a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, always change the camera’s [TV Aspect] 
setting (→51) to [4:3] before dubbing. Motion pictures copied in the [16:9] setting will 
appear vertically stretched when viewed on a 4:3 TV screen.
 ●For details on dubbing and playback methods, refer to your recorder ’s operating 
instructions.    
						

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Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the 
two together.
 • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card.  For details, see the manual for your computer

.
 • If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded 
pictures.) If the card is not recognized, refer to the following support website.  
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
 ■Computer specifications
You can connect the camera to a computer that can detect a mass storage device 
(device that stores a large volume of data).
 • Windows: Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP • Mac: OS X10.1 - 10.8
Some motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] may not be scanned correctly by copying 
a file or folder.
 • When using Windows, be sure to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” software on the  supplied CD-ROM to copy motion pictures recorded in [A

VCHD].
 • When using Mac, you can copy motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] using “iMovie ’1

1”. (For details about iMovie
 ’1
 1, please contact Apple Inc.)
Installing supplied software
The software compatible with your PC will be installed.
Preparation:
 • Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software. • Before inserting disc (supplied), please terminate all other application programs that are  running.
Insert the disc
 • The installation menu runs.
Click [Applications]
Click [Recommended Installation]
 • Continue the installation procedure following the instructions displayed on the screen.
 ●PHOTOfunSTUDIO / LoiLoScope are not compatible with Mac.    
						

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About supplied softwares
The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software.
Install the software on your computer before using.
 ■PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE
You can capture still pictures or motion pictures to your PC, or organize captured 
pictures by categorizing by recording date, model name of the digital camera used to 
record, etc. You can also correct still pictures, edit motion pictures, or write to DVD.
 • Operating environment
Supported OS Windows
® XP (32-bit) SP3
Windows Vista® (32-bit) SP2
Windows® 7 (32-bit/64-bit) and SP1
Windows® 8 (32-bit/64-bit)
CPU Windows® XP Pentium® III 500 MHz or higher
Windows Vista®Pentium® III 800 MHz or higher
Windows® 7 Pentium® III 1 GHz or higher
Windows® 8
Display 1024×768 pixels or more (1920×1080 pixels or more recommended)
RAM Windows
® XP
512 MB or more
Windows Vista®
Windows® 7 1 GB or more (32-bit) / 2 GB or more (64-bit)
Windows® 8
Free hard disk 
space 450 MB or more for installing software
Refer to the Operating Instructions of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (PDF) for further 
information about the operating environment.
 ■LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8)
LoiLoScope is a video editing software where that draws out the full power of your 
PC. Creating videos is as easy as organizing cards on top of a desk. Use your music, 
picture and video files to create videos to share with your friends and family by burning 
it to a DVD, uploading it to websites, or simply share your videos with your friends via 
e-mail.
 • This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.
For more information on how to use LoiLoScope, read the LoiLoScope 
manual available for download at the link below.
Manual URL: http://loilo.tv/product/20    
						

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Connect camera to computer
 • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than the 
above may cause a malfunction.
Use cursor button on the camera to select [PC], and press 
[MENU/SET]
 • A message may be displayed on screen if [USB Mode]  (→50)  is set to 
[PictBridge(PTP)]. Select [CANCEL] to close the screen, and set [USB Mode] to 
[PC].
Operate with your computer
 • For details on how to use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”, see the “PHOT OfunSTUDIO” 
manual (PDF). 
Getting Ready:
 • When importing pictures from 
the built-in memory, remove 
any memory cards.
 • Turn on the camera and computer
Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. 
(If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug 
could become deformed and cause faulty operation)
[Access] (sending data)
 • Do not disconnect  the USB connection 
cable while [Access] is 
displayed. USB connection cable (supplied)
Copying still pictures and motion pictures
To cancel connection • Windows:  Execute “Safely Remove Hardware” on the taskbar • Mac:  Open the Finder and click the eject icon that appears on the sidebar    
						

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 ■For PTP mode
The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→50) is set to 
[PictBridge(PTP)].
 • Only picture output can be performed. • If you cannot connect to your PC in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and  reconnect.
 • It may not be possible to import if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card. • Motion pictures or 3D still pictures cannot be read.
 ●Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine 
Panasonic USB connection cable (optional).
 ●Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ●When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. 
Cancel communication via your computer immediately.
 ●Setting the [USB Mode] to [PC] removes the need to make the setting each time the 
camera is connected to the computer.
 ●For more details, consult your computer operating manual.
 ■Folder and file names on computer
You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and 
files into separate folders on your computer. (except AVCHD motion pictures)
DCIM (Still/motion pictures)
100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder)
P1000001.JPG
  :P1000999.JPG
101_PANA
  :                     *1999_PANA
MISC (DPOF files, Favorite)
PRIVATE
*2
AVCHD (Motion pictures in AVCHD)
 ●Windows
Drives are displayed 
in “My Computer” or 
“Computer” folder.
 ●Mac
Drives are displayed on 
the desktop.
(Displayed as “LUMIX”, 
“NO_NAME”, or 
“Untitled”.)
.JPG:   Still pictures
.MP4:   [MP4] Motion Pictures
.MPO: 3D still pictures
*1 New folders are created in the following cases: • When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered  999.
 • When using cards already containing the same folder number (for example, pictures taken with other cameras, etc.).
 • When recording after performing [No.Reset].*2   This folder is not created in the built-in memory.