Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs30 Basic Owners Manual

VQT4S89
M0113KZ0
Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-ZS30
Please read these instructions carefully before using this 
product, and save this manual for future use.
More detailed 
instructions on the 
operation of this 
camera are contained in “Owner’s 
Manual for advanced features (PDF 
format)” in the supplied disc. Install 
it on your PC to read it.
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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 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.
Date of PurchaseDealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchased FromModel...

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WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, •Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or 
splashing.
 •Use only the recommended accessories. •Do not remove covers. •Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to 
qualified service personnel.
 ■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...

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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...

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 ■About the AC adaptor (supplied)
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
 •Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in 
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110V and 240V.
But
 • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to 
a 120V AC power supply only

.
 • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug...

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This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal 
and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance 
with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was 
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity 
and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No 
license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information 
may be obtained from MPEG LA,...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety .... 2
Before use
 ................................ 8
Standard accessories
 ............. 9
Names and Functions of  
Main Parts
 .............................. 10
Touch operations
 ................... 12
Inserting and removing the 
battery or SD memory card 
(optional)
 ................................ 14
Charging the battery
 ............. 15
Setting the clock
 .................... 16
Setting the menu
 ................... 18
Taking pictures...

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Before use
 ■Camera handling
 ●Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or 
pressure.
 ●The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. 
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or 
where water can come into contact with the camera.
 ■Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up)
 ●Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden 
changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which 
may make the...

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Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. 
Part numbers are as of January 2013. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
DMW-BCM13PP
 • Charge the battery before use.
Battery pack is indicated as 
battery pack or battery in the 
text.
AC adaptor
VSK0768
Hand strap
VFC4297
USB connection 
cable
K1HY08YY0031
DVD
VFF1146
 • Software: Use it  to install the software 
on your PC.
 • Map data • Owner’s Manual for  advanced features
DVD is...

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Names and Functions of Main Parts
Mode dial
Flash
Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
NFC antenna
Lens barrel
GPS status 
indicator Microphones
Tripod mount*
 • Ensure that the tripod is stable.
Card/Battery door
Release lever
DC coupler cover
*
   Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer screw. Doing so 
may damage this unit.
 ●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: 
optional).
 ●When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler...