Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs45 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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•It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get colored, depending on the 
zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens, but  this is not a malfunction.
•When using the Extended Optical Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a 
malfunction.
•Is the camera set to Macro Zoom Mode? (P66)
Maximum zoom during Macro Zoom Mode is 3 k digital zoom.
•When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, th e pictures may be recorded in folders 
with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operatio n.
•If you insert or remove the battery before turning off this unit, the folder and file numbers for the 
pictures taken will not be stored in the memory. When this unit  is turned on again and pictures are 
taken, they may be stored under file numbers which should have been assigned to previous 
pictures.
•Formatting is not available in Intelligent Auto Mode. Switch th e Recording Mode to another one. 
(P25)
When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly disto rted and the areas 
around the subject contain colors which are not actually presen t.
Zooming stops instantaneously.
Zoom does not go up to maximum magnification.
The file numbers are not recorded consecutively.
The file numbers are recorded with previously used numbers.
The card cannot be formatted. 
						

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Cautions for Use
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as 
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/o r sound on this unit may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
•Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may resu lt in noise adversely affecting the 
pictures and/or sound.
•Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by  strong magnetic fields created by 
speakers or large motors.
•Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit,  disturbing the pictures and/or sound.•If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn 
this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor.  Then reinsert the battery or reconnect 
AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage li nes.
•If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, th e recorded pictures and/or sound may 
be adversely affected.
Always use the supplied cords and cables.
If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables s upplied with them.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals .
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If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the 
surface finish may peel off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the came ra for a long period of 
time.
Optimal use of the camera 
						

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Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the 
outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth.
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When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping th e dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and 
then with a dry cloth.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen  detergents, etc., to clean the camera, 
since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
•When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying  instructions.
•Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the monitor and it may 
malfunction.
•If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the m onitor will be slightly darker than usual 
at first. However, the picture w ill return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the 
camera increases.
•If there is liquid or sand on the lens, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
•If the lens is dirty, turn on the camera, eject the lens barrel  and gently wipe the lens surface with a 
soft, dry cloth.
•Do not force open the lens barrier.
•Do not press the lens with excessive force.•Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays o f light from the sun may cause it to 
malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside o r near a window.
Cleaning
About the monitor
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the  monitor screen. 
However, there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue, or  green) on the screen. 
This is not a malfunction. The monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels 
with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spo ts will not be recorded 
on pictures on the built-in memory or a card.
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The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes 
from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. If the surrounding temperature is 
too high or too low, the operating time of the battery may beco me shorter.
Always remove the battery after use.
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Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or carry  away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body  of the battery and the 
terminals are damaged.
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Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camer a.
Do not remove or damage the external label on the battery.
•Using a battery with part or all of the external label removed or using the one with a torn label may 
result in malfunctions.
Bring charged spare batteries when going out.
•Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature conditions suc h 
as at a ski resort.
•When you travel, do not forget to bring the AC adaptor (supplie d) and USB connection cable 
(supplied) so that you can charge the battery in the country th at you are traveling in.
Dispose of unusable battery.
•The battery has a limited life.•Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an expl osion.
•The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with bat tery recycling laws. Call the RBRC 
hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal  objects (such as 
necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
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This can cause short-circuiting or heat generation and you may  be badly burned if you touch a 
battery.
•If you use the AC adaptor (supplied) near a radio, the radio re ception may be disturbed.
Keep the AC adaptor (supplied) 1 m (3.3 feet) or further away fro m radios.
•The AC adaptor (supplied) may generate whirring sounds when it  is being used. This is not a 
malfunction.
•After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
(A very small amount of current is consumed if it is left c onnected.)
Battery
AC adaptor (supplied) 
						

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Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or 
static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not bend or drop the card.
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The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged  or deleted.
•Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card.•Do not allow dirt, dust, or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the 
terminals with your fingers.
Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of  the memory card
“Format” or “delete” using the camera or a PC will only modify  the file management 
information, it will not erase the data in the memory card comp letely.
It is recommended to physically destroy the memory card or use  the commercially 
available computer data deletion software to completely erase t he data in the memory 
card before transferring to another party or disposing.
Management of data in the memory card is the responsibility of  the user.
When you set a name or birthday in Baby Mode, the personal info rmation will be saved in the 
camera and the recorded image.
Setting a Wi-Fi password is recommended to protect personal inf ormation. (P154)
Disclaimer
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Information including personal information may be altered or va nish due to erroneous operation, 
effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way  for any direct or indirect damage from 
the alteration or vanishing of information or personal informat ion.
When requesting a repair, transferring to another party, or dis posing
•Reset the settings to protect the personal information.  (P48)•After making a copy of personal information, always delete information such as personal information 
and wireless LAN connection settings that you have saved within  the camera with [Reset Wi-Fi 
Settings] (P48) .
•If there are pictures stored in the built-in memory, copy them  onto the memory card (P124) before 
formatting the built-in memory  (P50) as needed.
•Remove the memory card from the camera when requesting a repair .•Built-in memory and settings may return to factory default when camera is repaired.
•Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Pan asonic if above operations are 
not possible due to malfunction.
When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory  card, please refer to 
“Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of  the memory card” above.
When uploading images on web services
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Images may contain information that can be used for identifying  individuals such as titles, recording 
dates, and location information. When uploading images on web services, check carefully, and then 
upload.
Card
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•Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59  oF to 77  oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
•Always remove the battery and the card from the camera.•If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharg e even if the camera is turned off. If the 
battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge e xcessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
•When storing the battery for a long period of time, we recommen d charging it once a year. Remove 
the battery from the camera and store it again after it has com pletely discharged.
•We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a 
cabinet.
•Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down  due to inappropriate handling. 
Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to los s of recorded data.
•When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this  unit is attached to it.
•You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.•Make sure that the screw on the tripod or unipod is not at an angle when attaching or detaching the 
camera. You may damage the screw on the camera if you use exces sive force when turning it. Also, 
the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratche d if the camera is attached too 
tightly to the tripod or unipod.
•Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully.
When not using the camera for a long period of time
About the picture data
About tripods or unipods 
						

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