Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs40 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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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.
Preparation: Set [3D Playback] to [3D] (→72).
Connect the camera to a 3D-capable TV by use of an HDMI 
micro cable to display the playback screen 
(→277)
Display still pictures recorded in 3D
 • When the [VIERA  Link] setting 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 perform Slide Show playback of only still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D Play] in [Slide Show] of the [Playback Mode] menu  (→164)
 ■To select and play back only still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D Play] in [Filtering Play] of the [Playback Mode] menu  (→160)    
						

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 ■To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D
 Select the picture recorded in 3D  Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Pla yback Mode] menu and then press [MENU/SET] 
(→159)
 • 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.
 ●Viewing 3D still pictures too close to a TV may cause eyestrain. ●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.
 ●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.
 ●On the screen of this camera, 3D still pictures will be played back in 2D (conventional 
pictures).
 ●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.
 ●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.
 ●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.)
 ●During 3D playback, the [Wi-Fi] menu, [Setup] menu, [Playback] menu, [GPS] menu, 
Playback Zoom, and delete operation cannot be used.
 ●You can store 3D still pictures on a computer or Panasonic recorder. (→283, 284)    
						

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Storing recorded still pictures and motion 
pictures in the recorder
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Follow the correct method for your device. 
Copying by inserting the card into the recorder
You can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as 
Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format.
 • See the instruction manual for the recorder for details for copying and playing back.323232
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
AV cable (optional) To recorder’s input socketCheck 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)
Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. 
Doing so may cause damage to this unit.
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 (→72) 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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Storing recorded still pictures and motion 
pictures on your PC
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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 instruction 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 8.1 / Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows V

ista / Windows XP
 • Mac: OS X v10.5 - v10.9
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 “PHOT
OfunSTUDIO” software on the 
supplied CD-ROM to copy motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD].
 • When using Mac, you can copy motion pictures recorded in [A

VCHD] using “iMovie”. 
Note, however, that it may not be possible to copy pictures depending on the picture 
quality settings. 
(For details about iMovie, please contact Apple Inc.)    
						

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About supplied software
The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software.
Install the software on your computer before using.
 ■PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.3 PE
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
® 8.1 (32-bit/64-bit)
Windows® 8 (32-bit/64-bit)
Windows® 7 (32-bit/64-bit) and SP1
Windows Vista® (32-bit) SP2
Windows® XP (32-bit) SP3
CPU Windows® 8.1
Pentium® III 1 GHz or higher
Windows® 8
Windows® 7
Windows Vista®Pentium® III 800 MHz or higher
Windows® XP Pentium® III 500 MHz or higher
Display 1024×768 pixels or more (1920×1080 pixels or more recommended)
RAM Windows
® 8.1
1 GB or more (32-bit) / 2 GB or more (64-bit)
Windows® 8
Windows® 7
Windows Vista®512 MB or more
Windows® XP
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. You can read the Operating Instructions 
after launching the software.    
						

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 ■LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP)
LoiLoScope is a video editing software 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
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 the CD-ROM (supplied), close all running applications.
Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software
When the install menu appears, click [Applications]
 • If the automatic playback screen is displayed, you can display the menu by selecting and executing [Launcher .exe].
 • In Windows 8.1/Windows 8, you can display the menu by clicking a message that is displayed after inserting the CD-ROM and then selecting and executing 
[Launcher

.exe].
 • Y

ou can also display the menu by opening [VFFXXXX] (the XXXX portion dif fers 
depending on the model) in [Computer] and double-clicking [Launcher .exe].
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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Downloading SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE
This software develops and edits RAW file pictures. Edited pictures can be saved in a file 
format such as JPEG or TIFF that can be displayed on a PC, etc.
 ■Download procedure
Download SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE from the following site and install it on your 
computer to use. (This software is not provided on the supplied CD-ROM.)
http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/
 • Operating environment
Supported 
OS  Windows® 8.1
Windows® 8
Windows® 7
Windows Vista®
Windows® XP
Mac® OS X (10.5 - 10.9)
 • For details on how to use the SILKYPIX Developer Studio SE, refer to the “Help” or the  Ichikawa Soft Laboratory’ s support website.
 ●To download the software, the PC must be connected to the Internet. ●It may take time to download the software in some communication environments.    
						

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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   to select [PC] and press [MENU/SET]
 • When [USB Mode]  (→72) is set to [GPS assist data], the folder storing the pictures 
will not be displayed. Set [USB Mode] to [PC].
Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy pictures to your computer
 • For details on how to use “PHOT OfunSTUDIO”, see the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” 
manual (PDF). 
 ●Files and folders containing copied AVCHD motion pictures cannot be played back 
or edited if they have been deleted, modified, or moved using Windows Explorer or 
similar methods. Always use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” when handling AVCHD motion 
pictures.
Preparation:
 • When importing pictures from 
the built-in memory
 , remove 
any memory cards.
 • Install “PHOT
 OfunSTUDIO” 
on your computer before 
starting the copying 
procedure.  (→286)
 • T
urn 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)
Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may 
cause damage to this unit.
[Access] (sending data)
 • Do not disconnect  the USB connection 
cable (supplied) 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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 ■Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”  
(except AVCHD motion pictures)
You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and 
files into separate folders on your computer.
*2
 ●Windows
Drives are displayed 
in “My Computer” or 
“Computer” folder.
 ●Mac
Drives are displayed on 
the desktop.
(Displayed as “LUMIX”, 
“NO_NAME”, or 
“Untitled”.)
DCIM (Still/motion pictures)100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder)
Folder number
P1000001.JPG*1
File number
P1000999.JPG
:
101_PANA
999_PANA:
MISC (DPOF files, Favorite)
AD_LUMIX
*3
GPSLOGKML (Save folder for converted GPS logs)
NMEA (Save folder for GPS logs)
PRIVATE
*3
AVCHD (Motion pictures in AVCHD)
*1  .JPG: Still pictures .RW2: Still pictures recorded in RAW file 
.MP4: [MP4] Motion Pictures / [High Speed Video] 
.MPO: 3D still pictures
*2 New folders are created in the following  cases: • When there is a picture with file number 999 inside the folder
.
 • When using cards already containing the same folder number (for example, pictures taken with other cameras, etc.).
 • When recording after performing [No.Reset].*3  This folder is not created in the built-in  memory. 
 ●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.    
						

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 ■For PTP mode
The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode]  (→72) 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, 3D still pictures or RA

W pictures cannot be read.