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Digital Camera
Operating Instructions
DMC-FZ1PP
Model No.
Before use, please read these
instructions completely.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera Operating Instructions DMC-FZ1PP Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT0A99... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Safety Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Information for Your Safety WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR... - Page 3 DMC-FZ1 Responsible party:Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-272-7033 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Information for Your Safety ...2 Preparation Standard Accessories ...5 Names of the Components... 6 LCD Monitor Display/ Viewfinder Display ... 8 Quick Guide... 10 Charging the Battery ... 11 Inserting the Battery ...12 Connecting to an Electrical Outlet ... 14 Inserting the Card... -
Page 5: Preparation
The Menu Items ...89 Cautions for Use...91 Warning Indications... 95 Troubleshooting... 96 Specifications ... 97 Digital Camera Accessory System ... 99 Standard Accessories Before using your camera, check the contents. SD Memory Card (8 MB) RP-SD008B (In the text, it is indicated as “Card”) -
Page 6: Names Of The Components
Preparation Names of the Components 13 1415 DISPLAY OPEN MENU Ø 22 23 Preparation [Front View] Flash Sensor (P36) Lens Flash Microphone (P41, P73) Self-timer Indicator (P40) Strap Eyelet (P21) [Top View] Mode Dial (P25) Shutter Button (P24) Single/Burst Mode Button (P58) 10 Zoom Lever (P33, P34) 11 Lens Ring (P19, P59) - Page 7 Preparation [Left View] 28 A/V OUT Socket (P83) 29 USB Socket (5pin) (P84) 30 Terminal Door [Right View] 31 DC IN Socket (P14) 32 DC IN Terminal Door (P14) [Bottom View] 33 Memory Card/Battery Door (P12, P15) 34 Memory Card/Battery Door Open Lever (P12, P15) 35 Tripod Receptacle [Battery Charger/AC Adaptor]...
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Page 8: Lcd Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display
LCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display [In recording] REC mode Flash mode (P35) White balance (P55) ISO sensitivity (P57) Picture size (P42) Quality (data compression ratio) (P43) Battery indicator (P13) (When using AC adaptor this is not displayed) Frame/Time remain In motion image mode: XXXs Shutter Jiggle alert (P29) 10 Recording indication 11 Audio REC (P41) - Page 9 3 4 5 1 0 : 0 0 JAN. 1 . 20 0 3 [Recording in Simple mode] Flash mode (P35) Burst mode (P58) Focus indication (P30) Shutter Jiggle alert (P29) Picture mode (P30) Battery indicator (P13) Frame remain Zoom (P33) Recording indication 10 Self-timer mode (P40) 11 Card access indication (P16)
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Page 10: Quick Guide
Quick Guide 9,12 Ø Preparation Prepare the following items. • Camera • Battery • Card • AC adaptor • AC cable • Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens is stored. • Close the flash. (P36) [Preparation] Charge the battery. -
Page 11: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Preparation Connect the AC cable. • The [POWER] indicator A lights. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor. (1 # 2) • The [CHARGE] indicator B lights and charging starts. -
Page 12: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the Battery Preparation [Preparation] • Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens is stored. • Close the flash. (P36) [Inserting the battery] Slide the lever in the direction of the arrow to open the Memory Card/ battery door. -
Page 13: Battery Indicator
ª Battery indicator The remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder. (This is not displayed when using AC adaptor) : The battery power is sufficient : The remaining power is a little low : The remaining power is low : Recharge or replace the battery ª... -
Page 14: Connecting To An Electrical Outlet
Connecting to an Electrical Outlet DC IN Preparation If you use an AC adaptor as indicated in 3, you can use the camera without worrying about battery discharge. [Preparation] • Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens is stored. Connect the AC cable. -
Page 15: Inserting The Card
• If the card cannot be fully inserted, verify whether the direction of the card is correct. • We recommend that you use a Panasonic branded SD Memory Card. (Use only the genuine card) • If the card is not fully inserted, the card may... - Page 16 ª Access to the card When the card is being accessed, the card access indication 1 lights. 1600 When the card access indication 1 lights, do not remove the battery, or pull out the card. Do not disconnect the DC cable when using the AC adaptor.
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Page 17: Turning Power On/Off
Turning Power on/off ≥ • When turning on the power in the recording mode, do not put any obstacle in front of the lens. • Please be sure to remove the lens cap before you switch on the camera in recording mode. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment)
Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment) Preparation This camera’s Viewfinder offers a diopter adjustment. It allows the user to make adjustments related to each user’s individual vision characteristics. Please adjust this feature before using the camera. [Preparation] • Press [DISPLAY] button to make the Viewfinder display. -
Page 19: Attaching The Lens Hood
Attaching the Lens Hood Preparation When using the camera in bright sunlight, the lens hood should be installed. This will minimize lens flare and ghosting, thus improving the overall quality of the photo. [Preparation] • Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens barrel is stored. - Page 20 Preparation ª Temporarily storing the lens hood You can store the lens hood in the camera temporarily. Please do not take a picture with the lens hood stored. [Preparation] • Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens barrel is stored. •...
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Page 21: Attaching The Strap
Attaching the Strap Preparation To remove the cover, gently squeeze both sides of the cover as shown in picture 1. Rotate the plastic part of the metal fitting in the direction of the arrow. • Please attach the plastic part to the metal fitting again if it is detached. -
Page 22: Attaching The Lens Cap
Attaching the Lens Cap Preparation When you are not recording or during playback, protect the lens surface by attaching the supplied lens cap. Pass the top of the string through the lens cap. Pass the opposite side of the string through the circular part of the string. -
Page 23: Using The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder DISPLAY [In recording] [In playback] 100-0001 100-0001 F2.8 1/200 ISO100 10:00 JAN.1.2003 10:00 JAN.1.2003 • When the LCD monitor is displayed, the Viewfinder turns off. (and vice versa) Preparation Every time you press the [DISPLAY] button, the display of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder changes as shown below. -
Page 24: The Shutter Button (Pressing Halfway/Pressing Fully)
The Shutter Button (Pressing halfway/Pressing fully) • You can adjust volume of the operational sound in the menu. (P79) • If you press the shutter button fully in a single stroke, the captured picture may appear shaken or unfocused. (The camera may be moved during capturing) Preparation The shutter button is activated in 2 steps: “pressing halfway”... -
Page 25: The Mode Dial
The Mode Dial You can choose a desired mode by the mode dial. : Playback (P60) Playback recorded images. : Simple mode (P30) Menu options are minimized and many settings are preset. This is a fast and easy way for beginners to start using the camera and become familiar with its many features. -
Page 26: Operating The Menu
Operating the Menu SETUP REC1/3 W.BALANCE AUTO PICT.SIZE 1600 QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT... -
Page 27: Setting The Date/Time (Clock Set)
Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set) 2,3,4,5 SETUP 2/2 NO.RESET RESET CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT EXIT CLOCK SET 10:00 1 2003 M/D/Y SELECT EXIT Preparation If the message [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] appears, set the date and time. You can go to the setup menu by pressing the [MENU] button while the message is displayed. -
Page 28: Recording Images (Basic)
Recording images (basic) Taking Pictures 1600 F2.8 1/250 Recording images (basic) By only pressing the shutter button, the exposure (shutter speed and aperture value) will be automatically adjusted and the picture will be taken. [Preparation] • Insert the card. (P15) •... - Page 29 • If the shutter button is pressed all the way, at once, the camera may not focus properly. An alternative to first pressing halfway is to enable Continuous AF. • Even when the focus indication is displayed and the focus is properly adjusted, it will be cancelled if you release the shutter button.
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Page 30: Taking Pictures In Simple Mode
Taking Pictures in Simple Mode • Offering simplified menu for ease of use. • The picture size is easy to select. • The icons on the display are shown larger. We recommend you use this mode when you ask someone to take a picture. 2,5 3,4 PICT.MODE ENLARGE... -
Page 31: Checking The Captured Picture (Review)
Checking the Captured Picture (Review) 1 1, 2 , 3 REVIEW1 EXIT DELETE REVIEW4 DELETE DELETE SINGLE DELETE THIS PICTURE? SELECT MULTI/ALL Recording images (basic) After taking a picture, when auto review (P78) is set to [1 SEC.]/[3 SEC.], the captured picture is displayed on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder for 1 or 3 seconds, but you can also check the picture by following the... -
Page 32: Recording Motion Images
(with the first frame). • Recording could suddenly stop when recording motion images with cards other than a Panasonic SD Memory Card. • When the motion image recorded with this camera is played back on other equipment, the quality of pictures and sounds may be deteriorated or pictures may not be able to be played back. -
Page 33: Using The Optical Zoom
Using the Optical Zoom 1600 1600 1600 Recording images (basic) With this function, you can make people and subjects appear closer with the 12 times optical zoom, and landscapes can be captured in wide angle. [Preparation] • Set the mode dial except for [ Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the size with the zoom lever. -
Page 34: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC3/3 D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ. NATURAL STABILIZER SELECT EXIT 1600 1600 Recording images (basic) It is possible to further magnify a subject already magnified 12 times with the optical zoom by 3 more times, with the digital zoom, thereby reaching a maximum of 36 times. -
Page 35: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash
Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash Recording images (basic) [Preparation] • Set the mode dial except for [ (P25) Press [ OPEN] button to open the Flash. Press [ ]. • Every time you press [ ], the available settings will appear as shown below. (There are settings that cannot be set according to the REC mode. - Page 36 • Do not stare at the flash light from close proximity when using the flash. • The available flash range is about 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 6.86 feet (2.1 m). (when setting to ISO100) • When the shutter jiggle alert is displayed within the available flash range, we recommend using the flash.
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Page 37: Using The Optical Image Stabilizer
Using the Optical Image Stabilizer 1,4 2,3 REC3/3 SETUP D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT NATURAL PICT.ADJ. STABILIZER SELECT EXIT 1600 • When too much jiggle happens or when taking a picture chasing a moving subject, it may not be stabilized. • The stabilizer function may be less effective in the digital zoom zone. •... -
Page 38: Using The Af Trigger
Using the AF Trigger 1,4 2,3 REC2/3 SETUP AUTO SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. CONT.AF C-AF AF TRIGGER SHUTTER SELECT EXIT 1600 FOCUS ª Using the [FOCUS] button to prefocus the camera The prefocus technique is effective when you want to take a picture of a fast-moving subject;... -
Page 39: Using The Continuous Af
Using the Continuous AF 1,4 2,3 REC2/3 SETUP SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. CONT.AF AF TRIGGER SELECT EXIT 1600 • When setting [CONT.AF] to [ON], [AF TRIGGER] is fixed to [ • In simple mode [ ], [CONT.AF] is fixed to [ON]. •... -
Page 40: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer 1600 • In simple mode [ ], you can only set to 10 seconds [ • In burst mode, the self-timer setting applies to the first picture only. • We recommend using a tripod when setting the self-timer. Recording images (basic) When you set the self-timer, the picture is automatically taken after 10 seconds... -
Page 41: Recording Images (Advanced)
Recording images (advanced) Taking Pictures with Audio 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC2/3 SENSITIVITY AUTO AUDIO REC. CONT.AF AF TRIGGER SELECT EXIT 1600 Recording images (advanced) You can take a picture with audio for 5 seconds. [Preparation] • Set the mode dial except for [ ]. -
Page 42: Changing The Picture Size
Changing the Picture Size 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC1/3 W.BALANCE AUTO PICT.SIZE 1600 1280 QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT • In motion image mode [ • The smaller the picture size you select, the more pictures you can store on the Memory Card. -
Page 43: Changing The Quality (Data Compression Ratio)
Changing the Quality (Data Compression Ratio) 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC1/3 W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE 1600 QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT • Picture size/Quality and number of recordable pictures (8 MB/64 MB SD Memory Card) Picture size 1600 1200 1280 In motion image mode •... -
Page 44: Taking Pictures Using Macro Mode
Taking Pictures using Macro Mode 1600 • Select the flash setting depending on the situation. (P35) • The available flash range is about 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 6.86 feet (2.1 m). (when setting to ISO100) • When the shutter jiggle alert is displayed within the available flash range, we recommend using the flash. -
Page 45: Taking Pictures Using Portrait Mode
Taking Pictures using Portrait Mode 1600 • White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55) Recording images (advanced) Portrait mode is for taking portrait shots. It makes the subject stand out from the background. -
Page 46: Taking Pictures Using Sports Mode
Taking Pictures using Sports Mode 1600 • White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55) Recording images (advanced) When taking pictures of outdoor sports, this mode lets you capture still action photos easily. -
Page 47: Taking Pictures Using Panning Mode
Taking Pictures using Panning Mode 1 Move the camera smoothly while tracking a subject in motion. 2 Press the shutter button while moving the camera. 3 Keep moving the camera continuously. It is difficult to adjust the focus when the subject has already appeared. Adjust the focus in advance to the point where the subject is likely to appear. -
Page 48: Taking Pictures Using Night Portrait Mode
Taking Pictures using Night Portrait Mode 1600 • Be sure to close the flash when you do not use the flash. • Flash setting is fixed to Slow sync./Red-eye reduction [ • White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55) •... -
Page 49: Taking Pictures Using Spot Mode
Taking Pictures using Spot Mode 1,4 2,3 REC1/3 SETUP W.BALANCE AUTO PICT.SIZE 1600 QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT 1600 • When the subject is dark, the focus may not be adjusted properly. • Background may become dark or whitish depending on the subject which is being set to the appropriate exposure in the spot AF area. -
Page 50: Compensating The Exposure
Compensating the Exposure 1,2,3 EXPOSURE SELECT 1600 1 /3 /3 • Depending on the shutter speed and aperture value, the range which is possible to compensate the exposure will be limited. Recording images (advanced) In some situations the illumination of the background and your subject may differ. -
Page 51: Taking Pictures Using Auto Exposure (Ae) Bracket
Taking Pictures using Auto Exposure (AE) Bracket 1,2,3 AUTO BRACKET SELECT 1600 • Once you take a picture, auto bracket will be cancelled automatically. • When flash fires, you can take only 1 picture. • The digital zoom magnification is limited to 2 times. •... -
Page 52: Using The Af/Ae Lock
Using the AF/AE Lock 1600 1600 Recording images (advanced) If the subject is out of the AF area and you press the shutter button, the subject’s focus is not adjusted. After locking focus and exposure (AF/AE lock), you can take a clear picture with adjusted focus. -
Page 53: Using The Color Effect
Using the Color Effect 1,4 2,3 REC3/3 SETUP D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT COOL WARM B/W PICT.ADJ. STANDARD STABILIZER SELECT EXIT COOL Recording images (advanced) This function enables use of color effect such as bluish, reddish, and black and white. [Preparation] • Set the mode dial except for [ ]. -
Page 54: Picture Adjustment (Natural/Standard/Vivid)
Picture Adjustment (Natural/Standard/Vivid) 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC3/3 D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ. NATURAL NATURAL STANDARD STANDARD STABILIZER SELECT EXIT • When taking a picture in a dark place, noise may appear. To avoid noise, we recommend setting the picture adjustment to [NATURAL]. Recording images (advanced) [Preparation] •... -
Page 55: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance 1,4 2,3 REC1/3 SETUP W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT • The setting of the white balance is applied to the other recording modes. • In simple mode [ ] or motion image mode [ [AUTO]. - Page 56 Recording images (advanced) 1,6 2,3,4 REC1/3 SETUP W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE 1600 QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT MENU WHITE SET FRAME THE CAMERA AT THE WHITE SURFACE AND PRESS SHUTTER CANCEL MENU Here the white set mode of white balance is explained. [Preparation] •...
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Page 57: Setting Iso Sensitivity
Setting ISO Sensitivity 1,4 2,3 SETUP REC2/3 SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. CONT.AF AF TRIGGER SELECT EXIT • In motion image mode [ [AUTO]. • When you take a picture in high ISO sensitivity, picture noise appears and the picture quality deteriorates. Recording images (advanced) The ISO setting adjusts the camera’s sensitivity to light. -
Page 58: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Recording images (advanced) By continuously pressing the shutter button, it is possible to record in burst mode. Burst speed 4 frames/ second 2 frames/ second [Preparation] • Set the mode dial except for [ (P25) Press [ •... -
Page 59: Using The Mc Protector/Nd Filter
The MC Protector (DMW-LMC55; optional) neither affects the colors nor the amount of light, so it can always be left attached to protect the Digital Camera’s lens. The ND Filter (DMW-LND55; optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th without affecting the colour balance. -
Page 60: Playback
Playback Playing Back Still Pictures 10:00 JAN.1.2003 • This camera is based on the DCF standards (Design rule for Camera File system) which were established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). • The file format that can be played back with this camera is JPEG. (There are also pictures that cannot be played back in JPEG format) •... -
Page 61: Playing Back Still Pictures With Audio
Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio 1, 1 3,4,5 PLAY AUDIO 10:00 JAN.1.2003 PLAY SETUP 1/2 MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT Playback Set the mode dial to playback [ Press 2/1 to select the file with audio icon [ Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button to play back the audio. -
Page 62: Images Multi Playback
9 Images Multi Playback SELECT CANCEL SELECT CANCEL Playback It is possible to display 9 images at once. [Preparation] • Set the mode dial to playback [ During playback, rotate the zoom lever towards [ • Multi playback (9 frames) starts. Press 3/4/2/1 to select images. -
Page 63: Using The Playback Zoom
Using the Playback Zoom CANCEL DELETE • The more the zoom magnification increases, the more the picture quality deteriorates. • The playback zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipment. Playback During playback it is possible to enlarge pictures. -
Page 64: Playing Back Motion Images
Playing Back Motion Images PLAY MOTION IMAGE 10:00 JAN.1.2003 10S REMAIN • The play back zoom cannot be used while playing back motion images. • The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG. •... -
Page 65: Editing
Editing Deleting Images 1,3,4 DELETE SINGLE DELETE THIS PICTURE? SELECT MULTI/ALL Editing Images recorded on the card can be deleted. Once deleted, images cannot be recovered. [Preparation] • Set the mode dial to playback [ • When an image is protected, it cannot be deleted. - Page 66 1 2,3,4,6,7 2,3,4 2, 2 MULTI/ALL DELETE MULTI DELETE ALL DELETE SELECT SET CANCEL MULTI DELETE SELECT DELETE EXIT MARK/UNMARK MENU MULTI DELETE DELETE THE PICTURES YOU MARKED? SELECT ALL DELETE DELETE ALL PICTURES? SELECT Editing [Delete multi images] It is possible to delete up to 50 images all at once.
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Page 67: Writing The Print Information To The Card (Dpof Setting)
Writing the Print Information to the Card (DPOF Setting) 2,3,4,5 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF PRINT SINGLE SLIDE SHOW MULTI AUDIO DUB. CANCEL RESIZE INDEX SELECT EXIT DPOF SET THIS COUNT SELECT EXIT DPOF SET THIS COUNT SELECT EXIT Editing DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format. - Page 68 2,3,4,5 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF PRINT SINGLE SLIDE SHOW MULTI AUDIO DUB. CANCEL RESIZE INDEX SELECT EXIT MENU DPOF SET MULTI COUNT SELECT EXIT MENU DPOF SET MULTI COUNT SELECT EXIT MENU Editing [Multi copy setting] Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to select [DPOF PRINT] and then press 1.
- Page 69 2,3,4,5 2,3,4,5 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT SINGLE DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW MULTI CANCEL AUDIO DUB. RESIZE INDEX SELECT EXIT CANCEL ALL DPOF CANCEL ALL DPOF SETTINGS? SELECT DPOF INDEX SET INDEX PRINT? SELECT DPOF INDEX SET/CANCEL INDEX PRINT? CANCEL SELECT Editing [To cancel all settings] Press the [MENU] button.
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Page 70: Protecting Images On The Card
Protecting Images on the Card 2,3,4,5 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT SINGLE DPOF PRINT MULTI SLIDE SHOW CANCEL AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT PROTECT THIS SELECT • When trying to delete a protected file, these messages are displayed “THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED” or “PROTECTED PICTURES REMAIN UNDELETED”. -
Page 71: Technical Use
Technical use Playing Back with Slide Show (Automatic Playback) 2,3,4,5,6 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. DPOF RESIZE SELECT EXIT SLIDE SHOW DURATION 1 SEC. AUDIO SELECT EXIT ALL SLIDE SHOW START SLIDE SHOW STOP Technical use All pictures selected in the card can be played back one-by-one automatically. - Page 72 • In motion image playback, slide show is not available. • The DPOF setting of slide show will not be applied to the DPOF printing. • When setting [AUDIO] to [ON], the still picture with audio is played back for 5 seconds (audio recording)/Max 10 seconds (audio dubbing).
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Page 73: Adding Audio To Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing)
Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing) 2,3,4,5 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT EXIT AUDIO DUB. SELECT EXIT START Technical use It is possible to add a 10-second narration to a recorded picture. [Preparation] •... -
Page 74: Resizing Recorded Pictures
Resizing Recorded Pictures 2,3,4,5,6,7 PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT EXIT RESIZE 1600 SELECT EXIT RESIZE 1600 1600 1280 RESIZE EXIT RESIZE DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE? SELECT Technical use It is possible to reduce the recorded picture size. -
Page 75: Trimming Recorded Pictures
Trimming Recorded Pictures 2,3,5,7,8 PLAY2/2 SETUP TRIMMING FORMAT SELECT EXIT TRIMMING SELECT EXIT 4,5,6 TRIMMING ZOOM TRIM:SHUTTER EXIT TRIMMING DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE? SELECT Technical use It is possible to cut off the unnecessary parts of the picture (trimming), and enlarge the remaining parts of the picture. -
Page 76: Formatting The Card
• During formatting, do not turn the power off. • If the card cannot be formatted, consult your dealer. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca... -
Page 77: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder Brightness
Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Brightness 2,3,4 SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT SETUP 1/2 FINDER AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT Technical use You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor or Viewfinder. [Preparation] •... -
Page 78: Using The Auto Review
Using the Auto Review 2,3,4 SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW 1 SEC. 3 SEC. BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT • Even when setting the auto review to [1 SEC.]/[3 SEC.], it is not available in motion image mode [ • When recording in burst mode, auto bracket, still picture with audio modes, the recorded picture is automatically displayed. -
Page 79: Setting Up The Operational Sound
Setting up the Operational Sound 2,3,4 SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT Technical use It is possible to set the sound volume when the menu operations are done. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to open the setup menu. •... -
Page 80: Setting Up The Power Save Mode
Setting up the Power Save Mode 1,5 2,3,4 SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. 5 MIN. 10 MIN. SELECT EXIT • If you want to cancel the power save mode, turn the power switch to [ON] again after turning it to [OFF], or press the shutter button. -
Page 81: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number 2,3,4,5 SETUP 2/2 NO.RESET RESET CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT EXIT NO.RESET RESET FILE NO. IN THE CAMERA? SELECT Technical use As the file numbers are recorded sequentially by the camera, when you use two or more cards, it may happen that the file numbers on your cards do not start from 0001. -
Page 82: Initializing The Settings
Initializing the settings 2,3,4,5,6,7 SETUP 2/2 NO.RESET RESET CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT EXIT RESET RESET REC SETTINGS? SELECT RESET RESET SETUP PARAMETERS? SELECT Technical use This feature allows you to easily reset the camera to the factory default settings. [Preparation] •... -
Page 83: Playing Back Images With A Tv Monitor
Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor ª Viewing images in other countries When setting [VIDEO OUT] on the menu, you can view images on a TV in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system. • Even if you set menu selection for [VIDEO OUT] to [PAL], the output signal is still NTSC. -
Page 84: Connecting To A Pc
Connecting to a PC • When connecting to a PC, we recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source. (P14) • When connecting to a PC, pictures and sounds are not output from the A/V out socket. • For further information, read the supplied operating instructions for PC connection. Technical use [Preparation] •... -
Page 85: Usb Direct-Print
USB DIRECT-PRINT Technical use By connecting the camera to a printer corresponding to USB DIRECT-PRINT via the supplied USB connection cable, it is possible to print directly. Insert the Memory Card into the camera, and turn the power switch to [ON]. -
Page 86: Usb Direct-Print (Single Picture)
USB DIRECT-PRINT (Single Picture) DIRECT PRINT SINGLE PICTURE SELECT DIRECT PRINT PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT PRINT SELECT DIRECT PRINT PLS CHECK THE PRINTER START PRINTING ? COUNT PRINT SET SELECT DIRECT PRINT NOW PRINTING REMAIN 8 CANCEL Technical use [Preparation] •... -
Page 87: Usb Direct-Print (Dpof)
USB DIRECT-PRINT (DPOF) DIRECT PRINT SINGLE PICTURE SELECT DIRECT PRINT PLS CHECK THE PRINTER START PRINTING ? SELECT DIRECT PRINT NOW PRINTING REMAIN 8 CANCEL Technical use [Preparation] • Connect the camera to a printer. (P85) • Write the print information to the card (DPOF setting). -
Page 88: After Use
After Use ≥ ≥ Technical use After using the camera it is recommended that the camera be stored in a protective case (not supplied) to protect it. Turn the power switch to [OFF]. (P17) • Close the flash. (P36) Eject the card. (P15) Remove the battery. -
Page 89: The Menu Items
Others The Menu Items REC1/3 SETUP W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE QUALITY SPOT MODE SELECT EXIT SELECT EXIT SETUP REC2/3 SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. CONT.AF AF TRIGGER SELECT EXIT SETUP REC3/3 D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ. STABILIZER SELECT EXIT SETUP 1/2 MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT SETUP 2/2... -
Page 90: Playback Mode Menu
PICT.MODE ENLARGE 4"k6"/10k15cm AUTO REVIEW BEEP CLOCK SET SELECT EXIT PLAY1/2 SETUP PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT EXIT PLAY2/2 SETUP TRIMMING FORMAT SELECT EXIT PLAY SETUP 1/2 MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE SELECT EXIT SETUP 2/2 CLOCK SET LANGUAGE NTSC... -
Page 91: Cautions For Use
Do not use the digital camera for surveillance purpose or other business use. • If you use the digital camera for a long period of time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction. - Page 92 • Water may cause the digital camera or card to malfunction. (Irreparable damage may occur) • If sea water splashes onto the digital...
- Page 93 LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. • If the digital camera is extremely cold when you turn the power on, the image on the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness.
- Page 94 (vignetting). For details, refer to the operating instructions of your accessories. • Be sure to keep the lens ring attached to the digital camera so as to shut out unnecessary light. Others ª SD Slide Show If setting the SD slide show with the [SD...
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Page 95: Warning Indications
Warning Indications [NO MEMORY CARD] Insert the Memory Card. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED] Cancel the Memory Card lock. [NO VALID IMAGE TO PLAY] Carry out playback after recording or after inserting the Memory Card with a recorded image. [MEMORY CARD FULL] / [NO ENOUGH MEMORY IN THE CARD] Insert a new Memory Card or delete the... -
Page 96: Troubleshooting
Charge the battery or replace it with charged one. 2-2: Has condensation occurred? Carrying the digital camera from a cold place to a warm place could cause condensation to form inside the camera. Wait until condensation disappears. -
Page 97: Specifications
Specifications Digital Camera Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Digital zoom Focus Focus range Shutter system Burst recording Motion image recording ISO sensitivity Shutter speed White balance Exposure (AE) Metering mode LCD monitor Viewfinder Flash Microphone... - Page 98 Terminal Analog video/audio DC IN Dimensions (W a H a D) Weight Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Battery Charger/AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-928A) Input Output Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGA-S002A) Voltage/capacity Others JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)
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Page 99: Digital Camera Accessory System
Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGA-S002A DMW-LND55 DMW-LMC55 RP-SDH512 RP-SDH256 RP-SD128BJ RP-SD064B RP-SD032B RP-SD016B RP-SD008B BN-SDCAPU/1B BN-SDABPU/1B *Please refer to page 13, for details on the battery charging time and available recording time. *NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. -
Page 100: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For Usa Customers)
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information on Accessories. -
Page 101: Request For Service Notice
(Failure to due so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Digital Camera Repair... -
Page 102: Limited Warranty (For Usa Only)
Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with... - Page 103 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
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Page 104: Customer Services Directory (For Usa Only)
Customer's in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985... -
Page 105: Index
Others Index ...52 AF/AE Lock ...73 Audio Dubbing Auto Exposure (AE) Bracket ...78 Auto Review ...35 Built-in Flash ...58 Burst Mode Card Access Indication ...27 Clock Set ...53 Color Effect ...92 Condensation ...39 Continuous AF ...34 Digital Zoom ...67 DPOF Exposure Compensation ...81 File Number... -
Page 106: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía española para el uso rápido 9,12 Ø Others Prepare las siguientes piezas. • Cámara • Batería • Tarjeta • Adaptador CA • Cable CA • Compruebe el interruptor de alimentación esté ajustado a [OFF] y que el objetivo esté almacenado. - Page 107 Memo...
- Page 108 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Sales Company ("PSC") Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.