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∫Functions that cannot be used during 3D recording
When recording with the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional), the following 
feature will be disabled:
(Recording functions)
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Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation•Aperture setting
•Zoom operation•Recording motion pictures¢ 1
•Panorama Shot Mode
•[Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations] (Scene Guide Mode)•[Impressive Art]/[High Dynamic]/[Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop]/[Star Filter]/[One Point Color]/[Sunshine] 
(Creative Control Mode)
•Defocus control function
¢ 1 The motion picture button, Creative Video Mode and the [Motion Picture] menu will be 
unavailable or unusable.
([Rec] menu)
•[Picture Size]¢2/[Quality]¢3/[Focus Mode]/[HDR]/[i.Dynamic]/[Panorama Settings]/[Red-Eye 
Removal]/[i.Resolution]/[Shading Comp.]/[Ex. Tele Conv.]/[Digital Zoom]/[SH] of [Burst Rate]/
[Stabilizer]/[Multi Exp.]
¢ 2 The setting is fixed as shown below.
¢ 3 When attaching 3D interchangeable lens, the following icons are displayed.
([Custom] menu)
•[AF/AE Lock]/[Quick AF]/[Eye Sensor AF]/[Direct Focus Area]/[Focus/Release Priority]/[Shutter 
AF]/[Pinpoint AF Time]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/[MF Guide]/[Power Zoom Lens]/
[Video Button]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Touch AF], [Touch Pad AF] in [Touch Settings]
Aspect ratioPicture size
[4:3] 1824k1368 pixels
[3:2] 1824k1216 pixels
[16:9] 1824k1024 pixels
[1:1] 1712k1712 pixels
[] : [3D+Fine] (Both MPO images and  fine JPEG images are recorded 
simultaneously.)
[] : [3D+Standard] (Both MPO images and standard JPEG images are recorded 
simultaneously.)
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Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 
3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact.
It is also possible to play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 
3D compatible television with an SD card slot.
Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television using the HDMI mini cable 
and display the playback screen.  (P294)
•When [VIERA Link] (P61) is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a TV supporting VIERA 
Link, input of the TV will be switched automatically and playback screen will be displayed. 
Refer to P296 for details.
•For the pictures recorded in 3D, [ ] will appear on the thumbnail display at playback.
∫ Playback in 3D by selecting only the still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D Play] in [Playback Mode] in the [Playback] menu.  (P225)
∫ Playback as a 3D slide show by selecting only the still pictures recorded in 3D
Select [3D] in [Slide Show] in the [Playback] menu.  (P222)
∫ Switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D
1Select the picture recorded in 3D.2Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback] menu.  (P43)
•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.
∫ Functions that cannot be set/do not work with 3D pictures
•[Highlight]¢ ([Custom] menu)•Playback Zoom¢
•Editing functions of [Playback] menu ([Location Logging]¢/[Clear Retouch]/[Title Edit]/[Text 
Stamp]/[Video Divide]/[Time Lapse Video]/[Stop Motion Video]/[Resize]/[Cropping]/[Rotate]/
[Favorite]
¢/[Print Set]¢/[Protect]¢/[Face Rec Edit]¢)
¢ Can be used when displayed in 2D.
Playing back 3D pictures
Preparations: Set the [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO], [1080p] or [1080i].  (P60)
Set the [3D Playback] to [ ]. (P61)
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•When a picture recorded in 3D is displayed on this unit, it is played back in 2D (conventional 
image).
•A black screen is displayed for a few seconds when switching playback back and forth from 3D 
to 2D pictures.
•When you select a 3D picture thumbnail, it may take a few seconds for playback to start. After 
playback, the thumbnail display may take a few seconds to reappear.
•When viewing 3D pictures, your eyes may become tired if you are too close to the television 
screen.
•If your television does not switch to a 3D picture, make the necessary settings on the TV. (For 
details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.)
•3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices.  (P298, 304)
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Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen
Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen.
•
Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality 
may vary with the connected terminals.
1High quality
2 HDMI socket
3 Video socket
1Connect the camera and a TV.
•Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It 
may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or 
in wrong direction.)
Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off.
To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional)
•
Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini ca ble (RP-CHEM15, RP-CHEM30: optional).
Part numbers: RP-CHEM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CHEM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
•Check the [HDMI Mode].  (P60)•During 24p motion picture playback, please set [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO]. For settings other 
than [AUTO], it cannot output at 24 frames/second.
•Audio will be played back as stereo (2ch).•No picture is displayed on the screen of this unit.
To connect with an AV cable (optional)
•
Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
•Check the [TV Aspect]. (P60)•Audio will be played back in monaural.•The viewfinder cannot be displayed when connected with a AV cable.
A HDMI mini cable (optional)
B HDMI socket
C AV cable (optional) D
Yellow: to the video input socket
E White: to the audio input socket
F Align the marks, and insert.
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2Turn on the TV and select the input to match the connector in use.
3Turn the camera on and then press [(].
•Input of the TV will switch automatically  and playback screen is displayed when 
connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using an HDMI mini cable with the [VIERA 
Link]  (P61)  set to [ON].  (P296)
•Depending on the [Aspect Ratio], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the 
left and right of the pictures.
•Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off.
•Output from the HDMI mini cable (optional) has  priority when both AV cable (optional) and 
HDMI mini cable (optional) are connected.
•The connection with the USB connection cable (supplied) will take priority when you connect 
the USB connection cable (supplied) simultaneously with the HDMI mini cable (optional).
•When you play back a picture vertically, it may be blurry.•Proper playback will be dependent on the TV used for viewing.
•No sound is output from the camera speakers.•Read the operating instructions for the TV.
The recorded pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card 
slot
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Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen.
•The file format of the motion pictures that can be played back differs depending on the TV 
model.
•In some cases, panorama pictures cannot be played back. Also, auto-scroll playback of 
panorama pictures may not work.
•For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
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1Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with 
an HDMI mini cable (optional) (P294).
2Turn the camera on and then press [ (].
3Operate with the remote control for the TV.
•Operate with reference to the operation icons displayed on the screen.
•To play back the audio of the motion pictures, set the [Sound] in the Slide Show setting screen 
to [AUTO] or [Audio].
•It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 
or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
•Operation using the buttons on this unit will be limited.
Using VIERA Link (HDMI)
What is the VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)?
•This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy 
operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a 
HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked  operations. (Not all operations are possible.)
•VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the 
standard HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with 
HDMI CEC compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed. When using 
devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the 
operating instructions for the respective devices.
•This unit supports “VIERA Link Ver.5” function. “VIERA Link Ver.5” is the standard for 
Panasonic’s VIERA Link compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with 
Panasonic’s conventional VIERA Link equipment.
Preparations: Set the [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (P61)
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∫Other linked operations
Turning this unit off:
If you use the remote control for the TV to turn the TV off, this unit is also turned off.
Automatic input switching:
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If you connect with an HDMI mini cable and then turn this unit on, and then press [ (], the input 
channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby 
status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] 
setting).
•Depending on your TV’s HDMI connection, on some TV’s it may be necessary to manually 
select the HDMI connection you are using. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to 
switch the input channel. (For details on how to switch input, please read the operating 
instructions for the TV.)
•If VIERA Link does not work properly, refer to  P344.
•If you are unsure whether or not the TV you are using is compatible with VIERA Link, read the 
operating instructions for the TV.
•Available linked operations between this unit an d a Panasonic TV are different depending on 
the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV for the operations are supported on the TV.
•Be sure to use a cable that is HDMI certified.
Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CHEM15, RP-CHEM30: optional).
Part numbers: RP-CHEM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CHEM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
•[HDMI Mode] for this unit is determined automatically when the VIERA Link is operating.
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Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your 
PC
You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC.
•Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions of your PC.
•If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message 
prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased 
so do not choose to format.)
If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
∫ PC that can be used
The unit can be connected to any PC cap able of recognizing a mass storage device.
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Windows support: Windows XP/Vista/7/8
•Mac support: OS X v10.1 ~ v10.8
AVCHD motion pictures may not be imported correctly when copied as files or 
folder
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With Windows, always import AVCHD motion pictures using “ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ”, one of the 
programs on the CD-ROM (supplied).
•With a Mac, AVCHD motion pictures can be imported using “iMovie’11”.
However, motion pictures recorded with [Rec Quality] set to  [FHD/60p] in  [AVCHD]  (AVCHD 
Progressive) cannot be imported.
(For details about iMovie’11, please contact Apple Inc.)
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The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software.
Install the software on to your computer before use.
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PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8)
This software allows you to manage images. For example, you can send pictures and motion 
pictures to a PC and sort them by recording date or model name. You can also perform 
operations such as writing images to a DVD, processing and correcting images, and editing 
motion pictures.
•SILKYPIX Developer Studio 
(Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X v10.4/v10.5/v10.6/v10.7/v10.8)
This is software to edit RAW format images.
Edited images can be saved in a format (JPEG, TIFF, etc.) that can be displayed on a personal 
computer.
•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.
About the supplied software
For details on how to use the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, refer to the “Help” or the 
Ichikawa Soft Laboratory’s support website:
http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/support/
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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∫Installing supplied software
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Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications.
1Check the environment of your PC.
•Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 PE ”–OS:
WindowsR XP (32bit) SP3,
Windows VistaR (32bit) SP2,
WindowsR 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1,
WindowsR 8 (32bit/64bit)
–CPU:
PentiumR III 500 MHz or higher (WindowsR XP),
PentiumR III 800 MHz or higher (Windows VistaR),
PentiumR III 1 GHz or higher (WindowsR 7/WindowsR 8)
–Display:
1024k768 pixels or more (1920k 1080 pixels or more recommended)
–RAM:
512 MB or more (WindowsR XP/Windows VistaR),
1 GB or more (WindowsR 7 32bit/WindowsR 8 32bit),
2 GB or more (WindowsR 7 64bit/WindowsR 8 64bit)
–Free hard disk space:
450 MB or more for installing software
•Refer to the operating instructions of “ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” (PDF) for further operating 
environment.
•For details on SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, please read the support site given on 
P299 .
2Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software.
•When you insert the supplied CD-ROM, the install menu will start.
3Click on the [Recommended Installation].
•Proceed with installation according to messages appearing on the screen.
•The software compatible with your PC will be installed.•On the Mac, SILKYPIX can be installed manually.
1Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software.
2 Double-click on the automatically displayed folder.
3 Double-click the icon in the application folder.
Not available in these cases:
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“ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” and “ LoiLoScope ” are not compatible with Mac.
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