Panasonic Dmc Fz20 Operating Instructions Manual

							Connecting to a PC or Printer
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 Set the print settings such as paper size 
or print quality on the printer beforehand. 
(Read the printer operating instructions.)
 Connect the camera to a printer. (P100)
∫Single picture
1Select a picture to be printed. 
 A message displays for about 
2 seconds.
2Set the print settings. 
 The items which are not supported by 
the printer are displayed in gray and 
cannot be selected.
 When you want to print pictures in a 
paper size or a layout which is not 
supported by the camera, set [PAPER 
SIZE] and [PAGE LAYOUT] to [ ] and 
then set the paper size or the layout on 
the printer. (For details, refer to the 
operating instructions of the printer.)∫[PRINT WITH DATE]
 If the printer does not support date 
printing, the date cannot be printed on the 
picture.
∫[NUM. OF PRINTS]
Set the number of prints.
∫[PAPER SIZE]
(Possible paper sizes on the camera)
The items are listed on 1/2 and 2/2. 
Press 4 to select the desired item.
¢These items cannot be displayed when 
the printer does not support the paper 
sizes.
PLEASE SELECT
THE PICTURE TO PRINT
100_
00011/19
2560PictBridge
PRINTSELECT
CANCELMENU
PAPER SIZE
PAGE LAYOUT NUM. OF PRINTS
PRINT START SINGLE PICTURE
OFF
ONPRINT WITH DATE
SELECTSET
Settings on the printer are 
prioritized.
OFF Date is not printed.
ON Date is printed.
1/2
Settings on the printer are 
prioritized.
L/3.5qk5q
89 mmk127 mm
2L/5qk7q127 mmk178 mm
POSTCARD 100 mm
k148 mm
A4 210 mm
k297 mm
2/2¢
CARD SIZE54 mmk85.6 mm
10k15cm 100 mmk150 mm
4q
k6q101.6 mmk152.4 mm
8q
k10q203.2 mmk254 mm
LETTER 216 mm
k279.4 mm
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∫[PAGE LAYOUT]
(Possible layouts on the camera)
3Select [PRINT START] and then 
print out the picture. 
 Press the [MENU] button to cancel 
printing.
∫DPOF picture
 Set the DPOF print with this camera in 
advance. (P85)
1Select [DPOF PICTURE].
 When printing under the new settings, 
disconnect the USB connection cable 
and connect it to the printer again.
 You can change the DPOF print setting 
by pressing the [MENU] button. (P85)
2Select [PRINT START] and then 
print out the picture. 
 Refer to P101 for print setting.
 Press the [MENU] button to cancel 
printing.
Settings on the printer are 
prioritized.
1 page with no frame print
1 page with frame print
2 pages print
4 pages print
CANCELMENU
PAPER SIZE
PAGE LAYOUT NUM. OF PRINTS PRINT START
SELECT
1PRINT WITH DATE
SINGLE PICTURESELECTSET
DPOF PICTURESINGLE PICTURE
PictBridge
CANCELMENU
PAGE LAYOUT PRINT START
SELECT
PAPER SIZE
DPOF
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∫Setting the date printing with the 
DPOF print in advance
When the printer supports the date printing 
by DPOF setting, we recommend setting 
the date printing with the DPOF print in 
advance. (P86) The recording date can be 
printed by selecting [DPOF PICTURE] to 
start printing.
 The setting on the printer may have 
priority over the setting on the camera in 
the date print. Also check the date print 
setting on the printer.
 If the printer does not support date 
printing, the date cannot be printed on the 
picture.
Layout printing
 When printing a picture several times 
on 1 sheet of paper
For example, if you want to print a picture 
4 times on 1 sheet of paper, set [PAGE 
LAYOUT] to [ ] and then set the 
number of prints to 4 for the picture on 
[NUM. OF PRINTS].
 When printing different pictures on 
1 sheet of paper (only in DPOF 
printing)
For example, if you want to print 4 different 
pictures on 1 sheet of paper, set [PAGE 
LAYOUT] to [ ] and then set the 
number of prints to 1 on [COUNT] in 
DPOF print setting (P85) for each of the 
4pictures.
When printing with PictBridge
 Do not disconnect the USB connection 
cable when the cable disconnection 
warning icon [ ] is indicated.
 When the [¥] indication lights in yellow 
during printing, make sure there is no 
malfunction on the printer.
 When the printer does not support TIFF 
print, you cannot print pictures of which 
quality is TIFF. In DPOF print, if the total number of prints 
or the number of printed pictures is high, 
pictures are printed several times. (The 
indication of the remaining number of 
prints is different from the setting, 
however, this is not a malfunction.)
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Others
Using the MC Protector/ND Filter
The MC protector (DMW-LMC72; optional) 
is a transparent filter which affects neither 
the colors nor the amount of light, so it can 
always be used to protect the camera’s 
lens.
The ND filter (DMW-LND72; optional) 
reduces the amount of light to 
approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the 
aperture value 3 increments) without 
affecting the color balance.
1Remove the lens cap and the lens 
ring.
2Attach the lens hood adaptor. 
(P20)
3Attach the MC protector A or the 
ND filter B.
 Cap C (supplied with MC protector)
 The lens cap supplied with the camera 
cannot be attached to the MC protector or 
the ND filter.
 You cannot attach the MC protector and 
the ND filter at the same time.
 When taking pictures with the flash using 
the MC protector or ND filter, vignetting 
effect may occur.
 If the MC protector/ND filter are dropped, 
they may be destroyed. Be careful not to 
drop them when attaching them to the 
camera.
 The cap supplied with MC protector can 
also be used for the ND filter.
MCu“Multi-coated”
NDu“Neutral Density”
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Using the Remote Shutter
The remote shutter (DMW-RS1; optional) 
works similar to the shutter button on the 
camera. You can avoid jitter (camera 
shake) when using a tripod.
1Connect the remote shutter to the 
[REMOTE] socket on the camera 
firmly.
2Focus on the subject and take a 
picture.
1: Press the shutter button halfway to 
foc us.
2: Press the shutter button fully to take 
the picture.
 You cannot operate the camera with the 
remote shutter in the following cases.
– When the power save mode is canceled
– When you determine the part to be 
trimmed (P93)
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Screen Display
∫In recording
1 Recording mode
2 Flash (P39)
3 Conversion lens (P79)
4 Burst (P45)
: Audio recording (P57, 71)
5 White balance (P68)
6 ISO sensitivity (P70)
7 Focus indication (P32)
8 Continuous AF (P73)
9 Picture size (P70)
10 Quality (P71)
: Jitter alert indication (P34)
11 Battery indication (P14)
12 Color effect (P75)
13 Picture/Time remain
In Motion image mode: e.g. 11S
14 Card access indication (P17)
15 Recording indication
16 Histogram (P30)
17 Shutter speed indication (P32)
18 Aperture value indication (P32)19 Program shift indication (P35)
20 Program shift setting indication (P35)
21 Exposure compensation (P43)
22 Auto bracket (P44)
23 Metering mode (P72)
24 Spot metering target (P72)
25 AF area (P32)
26 Spot AF area (P72)
27 AF assist lamp (P74)
28 Self-timer (P42)
29 Flash output adjustment (P41)
: External flash (P81)
30 Zoom/Digital zoom (P38, 74)
31 Optical image stabilizer (P76)
32 MF indication (P65)
 Current date and time is displayed on the 
bottom of the screen for about 5 seconds 
when turning the camera on, setting the 
clock and after switching from the 
playback mode to the recording mode.
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∫In playback
1 Playback mode
2 DPOF (P85, 89)
 (White):
DPOF setting for printing
 (Green):
DPOF setting for Slide Show
 (Green with number of prints): 
DPOF setting for printing and 
Slide Show
3 Protected picture (P87)
4 Picture with audio (P83)
5 Picture size (P70)
: In Motion image mode
6 Quality (P71)
/ : In Motion image mode
7 Battery indication (P14) 
8 Folder/File number
9 Page number/Total pictures
10 Histogram (P30)
 It will be displayed when the 
[DISPLAY] button is pressed.11 Recording information
(Recording mode/Aperture value/
Shutter speed/ISO sensitivity/Flash/
White balance)
 It will be displayed when the 
[DISPLAY] button is pressed.
12 Recorded date and time
13 Audio playback (P83)
: In Motion image mode
14 Flip animation (P76)
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1/19
10:00  DEC. 1.2004
25601
PLAY AUDIO
12 3 4 6 75
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PF2.8 1/25ISO100AUTO
PLAY MOTIONIMAGE
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Cautions for Use
∫Optimal Use of the Camera
When carrying this camera, take care 
not to drop or cause impact to it.
 The outer case may be destroyed by the 
strong shock, and it may cause 
malfunction of this camera.
Keep the camera away from magnetized 
equipment (such as a microwave oven, 
TV, video game equipment, etc.).
 If you use the camera on or near a TV, 
pictures and sounds may be disrupted 
due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
 Do not use the camera near a cell phone 
because doing so may cause noise to 
adversely affect the pictures and sounds.
 Recorded data may be damaged, or 
pictures may be distorted by strong 
magnetic fields created by speakers or 
large motors.
 Electromagnetic wave radiation generated 
by a microprocessor may adversely affect 
the camera, causing the disturbance of 
pictures and sounds.
 If the camera is affected by magnetically 
charged equipment and does not function 
properly, turn the camera off and remove 
the battery or disconnect AC adaptor 
(DMW-CAC1; optional) and then insert 
the battery or connect AC adaptor again. 
Thereafter, turn the camera on.
Do not use the camera near radio 
transmitters or high-voltage lines.
 If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, recorded pictures or 
sounds may be adversely affected.Make sure to use the supplied cords and 
cables. If you use optional accessories, 
use the cords and the cables supplied 
with them.
Do not extend the cords and the cables.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the camera.
 If the camera is sprayed with such 
chemicals, the camera body may be 
damaged and the surface finish may peel 
off.
 Do not keep rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the camera for a long period 
of time.
Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol 
for cleaning the camera.
 Before cleaning the camera, remove the 
battery or disconnect charger from the 
electrical outlet.
 The camera body may be deformed and 
the surface finish may peel off.
 Wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth. To 
remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth 
that is soaked in a detergent diluted with 
water and afterward finish wiping with a 
dry cloth.
 When you use chemical cloth, follow the 
instructions that come with the cloth.
 In case rain or other sources of water 
splash onto the camera, wet a soft cloth 
with tap water, wring it well, and use it to 
wipe the camera body carefully. Then 
wipe it again with a dry cloth.
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∫Battery
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion 
battery. Its ability to generate power is 
based upon the chemical reaction that 
takes place inside it. This reaction is 
susceptible to the surrounding temperature 
and humidity, and, if the temperature is too 
high or too low, the operating time of the 
battery will be shorter.
When you go out, bring charged spare 
batteries.
 Prepare batteries with the charger equal 
to 3 to 4 times of the power for the desired 
operating time. The operating time of the 
battery may become shorter in low 
temperatures such as skiing resorts.
 When you travel, be sure to prepare the 
supplied charger to charge the battery on 
the spot.
If you drop the battery accidentally, 
check to see if the battery body and 
terminals are damaged.
 Inserting damaged battery in the camera 
may damage the camera.
After use, be sure to remove the card 
and the battery or disconnect the plug 
from the electrical outlet.
 Extremely high or low temperatures will 
shorten the life of the battery.
 If the battery is kept in smoky or dusty 
places, the terminals may rust and cause 
malfunctions.
Dispose of an unusable battery.
 The battery has a limited life.
 Do not throw the battery into fire because 
it may cause an explosion.
 An unusable battery should be discarded 
in accordance with battery recycling laws.
For information you can call the RBRC 
hotline at 1-800-822-8837.Do not allow the battery terminals to 
come in contact with metal objects 
(such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
 This can result in a short circuit or heat 
generation and, if you touch the battery in 
this condition, you may be badly burned.
∫Charger
 If you use the charger near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the 
charger 3.28 feet (1 m) or more away from 
radio.
 When the charger is in use, it may 
generate whirring sounds. However, this is 
not a malfunction.
 After use, be sure to disconnect the 
charger from the electrical outlet. (If it is 
left connected, a minute amount of current 
is consumed.)
 Keep the terminal of the charger and 
battery clean.
∫Condensation (When the lens or the 
Viewfinder is fogged up)
When condensation has taken place:
 Turn the camera off and leave the camera 
in this condition for about 2 hours. When 
the camera becomes close to the ambient 
temperature, the condensation 
disappears naturally.
 When you move the camera from a cold 
place to a hot place, put the camera into 
plastic bag and then take it out after the 
temperature of the camera becomes close 
to the ambient temperature to avoid 
condensation.
If condensation has taken place, it causes 
a malfunction. 
Be careful to avoid condensation and take 
proper measures when condensation 
occurs.
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∫Card
While the card access indication 
appears (the card is being accessed), do 
not open the Card/Battery Door to 
remove the card, do not turn the camera 
off or do not shake or cause impact to 
the camera.
Do not leave the card in places where 
there is high temperature or direct 
sunlight, or where electromagnetic 
waves or static electricity are easily 
generated.
Do not bend or drop the card. 
 The card may be damaged or the 
recorded content may be damaged or 
erased.
After use, be sure to remove the card 
from the camera and then store it.
 For storing or transporting the camera, 
place it in a bag.
 Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter the 
terminals on the back of the card and do 
not touch it with your fingers.
∫Folder Composition
When a Memory Card with data recorded 
on it is inserted into a PC, the folders 
shown below will appear.
 In the [100_PANA] folder it is possible to 
record up to 999 pictures.
 In the [MISC] folder it is possible to record 
the files that have been set with DPOF 
settings.
 The files recorded in flip animation 
function are stored in [PRIVATE1] folder.
 The motion images created by flip 
animation function are stored in 
[100_PANA] or another folder.∫Printing pictures recorded with HDTV 
mode
When you print pictures recorded after 
setting the picture size to [HDTV] 
(1920k1080 pixels), both ends of the 
pictures may be cut out.
To print pictures with ends:
When you order photo studios to print 
pictures:
 Ask the photo studio if the pictures can be 
printed with both ends.
When you print pictures with your printer:
 When using the printer with a trimming 
feature or a feature which cuts out both 
edges of the pictures, cancel the feature 
for printing.
 The feature depends on the printer used. 
Refer to the operating instructions of the 
printer for details.
100_PANA
MISC
PRIVATE1EXPORT DCIM
SD Memory  
Card
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