Panasonic Lumix DMC FX78 User Manual

Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX78
 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,please read the instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the 
operation of this camera are 
contained in “Owner’s Manual for 
advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied 
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
until 
2011/2/21
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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. 
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items,...

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Information for Your Safety
∫Product identification marking
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
DAMAGE,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING 
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH 
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
 USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
 DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER 
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE...

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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 battery pack
Do not heat or expose to flame.
 Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a 
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
∫ About the battery charger
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 unit.
 Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
 Do not touch the plug...

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∫Cautions for UseDo not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
 Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; 
optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
 Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment 
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
 If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on...

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-If you see this symbol-Information on Disposal in other Countries outside 
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this  product, please contact your 
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct 
method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 3
Standard Accessories ................................................................................... 9
Names of the Components ......................................................................... 10
How to Use the Touch Panel ...................................................................... 12
Charging the Battery...

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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.
1 Battery Pack(Indicated as  battery pack or 
battery  in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger (Indicated as  battery charger  or 
charger  in the text)
3 USB Connection Cable
4AV Cable
5 CD-ROM
•Software:
Use it to install the software to your 
PC.
•Owner’s Manual
6 Hand Strap
7 Stylus Pen
•SD Memory...

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Names of the Components
1Flash
2Lens
3 Self-timer indicatorAF Assist Lamp
4 Touch panel/LCD monitor
5 Speaker
6 Microphone
7 Camera ON/OFF switch
8 Motion picture button
9 Shutter button
10 Zoom lever123
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