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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 SHOCK HAZARD AND
ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES AND DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT
REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK);
THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Notice:
This product has parts that contain a
small amount of mercury. It also
contains lead in some components.
Disposal of these materials may be
regulated in your community due to
environmental considerations. For
disposal or recycling information
please contact your local authorities,
or the Electronics Industries
Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>
Safety
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or
discs or other published or
broadcast material for purposes
other than your own private use may
infringe copyright laws. Even for the
purpose of private use, recording of
certain material may be restricted.
• Please note that the actual controls
and components, menu items, etc. of
your Digital Camera may look
somewhat different from those shown
in the illustrations in these Operating
Instructions.
• SD Logo is a trademark.
• Other names, company names, and
product names printed in these
instructions are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the
companies concerned.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE
INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE
EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
RBRC
Li-ion
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
TM
for information on how to recycle this battery.
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Safety
FCC Note: (U.S. only)
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 guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued
compliance, follow the
attached installation
instructions and use
only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core
when connecting to
computer or peripheral
devices.
Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Trade Name:Panasonic
Model No.:DMC-FX5
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 device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus
complies with Canadian ICES-003
Extremely high precision technology
is employed to produce the LCD
monitor screen. The result is more
than 99.99% effective pixels with a
mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or
always lit. However, this is not a
malfunction and does not affect the
recorded pictures.
• Prepare the Camera/AC cable/Battery/AC adaptor/Card.
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
ª Preparation
1 Charge the battery. (P12)
• The battery cannot be charged
when the DC cable is connected to
the AC adaptor.
2 1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Insert the battery. (P14)
3 1 Insert the card. (P18)
2 Close the card/battery door.
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ª Recording
Preparation
ª Playback
4 1 Turn the camera on.
2 Set the clock. (P21)
3 Select Normal picture mode
[].
5 Take a picture. (P30)
OFF ON
6 1 Select Playback mode [].
2 Select the picture you want to
view. (P45)
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Charging the Battery
Charge the battery before using.
Preparation
1 Connect the AC cable.
• The [POWER] Indicator A lights.
• The battery cannot be charged
when the DC cable is connected to
the AC adaptor.
2 Attach the battery to the AC
adaptor.
• When the [CHARGE] Indicator B
lights, charging starts.
• When the [CHARGE] Indicator B
turns off (in about 90 minutes),
charging is finished.
3 Detach the battery.
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Suggestions/Tips
• After use, be sure to disconnect the
AC cable.
• The battery becomes warm after use/
charge or during charge. The camera
also becomes warm during use.
However, it is not a malfunction.
• The battery and AC adaptor are
designed only for this camera. Do
not use them with any other
equipment.
• Do not disassemble or alter the AC
adaptor.
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Preparation
About the Battery
ª Battery indication
The remaining battery power appears on the screen.
(This does not appear when using AC adaptor.)
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(Blinks in red): Recharge or replace the battery.
ª Charging time and available recording time
Measured under the following conditions:
• Temperature: 77°F (25°C)/Humidity: 60
• Recording once every 30 seconds, flash every other record.
• Using the battery (supplied) and 16 MB SD Memory Card (supplied) [Picture
size: 2304k1728/Quality: Fine (When deleting all pictures after full use)].
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Charging time
Supplied batteryApprox. 90 min.
The recording time (recordable number) and playback time depend on the condition.
ª Charging environment and charging error
• Charge the battery in temperature of 50°F –95°F (10°C – 35°C).
(The battery should also be the same temperature.)
• When charging starts, the [CHARGE] Indicator lights.
If a charging error occurs, the [CHARGE] Indicator blinks at about 1 second
cycles.
In this case, disconnect the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet, remove the
battery and ensure both room and battery temperature are not too low or high and
then charge it again.
If the problem persists, consult the dealer or your nearest servicenter.
Continuous recording/playback time
(recordable number)
Recording with LCD monitor on
Approx. 60 min.
(equal to 120 still pictures)
Recording with LCD monitor off
Approx. 120 min.
(equal to 240 still pictures)
Playback time
Approx. 100 min.
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Preparation
Inserting the Battery
Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Insert the charged battery until it
clicks.
3 Close the card/battery door.
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Preparation
Removing the Battery
Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
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1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Slide the lock 1 to remove the
battery.
Suggestions/Tips
• If you will not be using the camera for
a long time, remove the battery.
• After the fully charged battery has
been inserted for more than 48 hours,
the clock setting is stored (in the
camera) for 3 months after the battery
was removed. (The time may be
shorter if the battery is not charged
sufficiently.)
If more than 3 months has passed, the
clock setting will be lost. In this case,
set the clock again. (P21)
• Do not remove the battery when the
card is being accessed. (P17)
• The supplied battery is designed
only for this camera. Do not use it
with any other equipment.
• Be sure to remove the battery after
the status indicator is turned off.
Otherwise, the setting may be
cleared.
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3 Close the card/battery door.
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Preparation
Using the AC Adaptor
You can use the camera without worrying about battery discharge by connecting to
an AC adaptor.
Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
1 Connect the AC cable.
2 Open the terminal door.
3 Connect the DC cable.
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• Align the [2] mark 1 on the DC
cable and the [1] mark 2 on the
[DC IN] socket.
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Suggestions/Tips
• Use the supplied DC cable.
If you use other DC cables, it may
cause a malfunction.
• The camera becomes warm during
use. This is not a malfunction.
• Disconnect the AC adaptor and DC
cable when the camera is not in use.
• The battery cannot be charged in the
camera even if the AC adaptor is
connected.
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About the Card
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Preparation
ª Access to the card
While the card is accessed, the flash/
access indicator 1 and card access
indication 2 light.
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When the flash/access indicator 1 and
card access indication 2 light, do not:
• turn the camera off.
• remove the battery or the card.
• disconnect the DC cable if you use the
AC adaptor.
The card and the card contents may be
damaged and the camera may not
operate normally.
It is possible that data stored on the
card can be damaged due to accidental
erasure, static electricity, electrical noise
or a defective card. We recommend
storing precious data to your PC’s hard
drive. (P96, 97)
ª SD Memory Card (supplied) and
MultiMediaCard (optional)
The SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard are small, lightweight,
removable external memory cards. The
reading/writing speed of an SD Memory
Card is fast. The SD Memory Card is
equipped with a Write-Protect switch
that can inhibit writing and formatting a
card. (When the switch is slid to the
[LOCK] side, it is not possible to write or
delete data on the card and format it.
When the switch is unlocked, these
functions become available.)
SD Memory Card
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MultiMediaCard
Suggestions/Tips
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• The reading/writing speed of a
MultiMediaCard is slower than an SD
Memory Card. When a
MultiMediaCard is used, the
performance of certain features may
be slightly slower than advertised.
• After recording motion images using
the MultiMediaCard, the flash/access
indicator and card access indication
may appear for a while, but this is not
a malfunction.
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.
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Preparation
Inserting the Card
Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Insert the card all the way in until
it clicks.
• Insert the card, pressing gently
until it locks in place. If the card will
not insert freely, it may be reversed.
Do not force the card.
• Do not touch the connection
terminals on the back side of the
card.
3 Close the card/battery door.
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Preparation
Removing the Card
Preparation
• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.
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1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Push the card until it clicks, then
pull the card out upright.
Suggestions/Tips
• The card may be damaged if it is
removed while the camera is on.
• If the card/battery door cannot be
completely closed, remove the card
and insert it again.
• If the card cannot be fully inserted,
check the direction of the card.
• We recommend using Panasonic’s SD
Memory Card. (Use only the genuine
card.)
• The card may be damaged if it is not
fully inserted.
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3 Close the card/battery door.
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Attaching the Strap
Preparation
1 Pass the top of the strap through
the strap eyelet 1.
2 Pass the opposite side of the
strap through its ring shaped part.
3 Pull the strap.
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Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set)
ª Initial setting
The clock is not set when the camera is
shipped. When you turn the camera on,
the clock setting screen appears.
PLEASE SET THE CL
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When pressing the [MENU] button, the
screen shown in step 2 appears. Set the
clock on it.
1 Select [CLOCK SET] from the
[SETUP] menu. (P23)
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• 3/4: Set date and time.
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• Close the menu by pressing the
[MENU] button 2 times after
finishing the setting.
• Check if the clock setting is correct,
after turning the camera off and on.
ª Date Printing
• You can set the date printing in DPOF
print setting on this camera. (P82)
• Using the supplied software, [SD
Viewer for DSC], it is possible to have
the date imprinted on the picture. For
details, please read the supplied
operating instructions for PC
connection.
• When you go to a photo studio for
printing, be sure to order the printing
of the date. For further information,
ask the photo studio. Depending on
the studio, it may not be possible to
print the date.
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• You can set the year from 2003 to
2099. The 24-hour system is used.
• After the fully charged battery has
been inserted for more than 48 hours,
the clock setting is stored (in the
camera) for 3 months after the battery
was removed. (The time may be
shorter if the battery is not charged
sufficiently.)
If more than 3 months has passed, the
clock setting will be lost. In this case,
set the clock again.
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Preparation
1 Turn the camera on.
OFF ON
• The status indicator 1 lights.
2 Press the [MENU] button.
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• Close the menu by pressing the
[MENU] button after finishing the
setting.
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Preparation
You can control the following items on [SETUP] Menu.
MenuFunctions
MONITORAdjust the brightness of the LCD monitor in 7 steps.
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REVIEW°
1
• [OFF]:The recorded picture does not automatically
appear.
• [1SEC.]: The recorded picture automatically appears
on the screen for about 1 second.
• [3SEC.]: The recorded picture automatically appears
on the screen for about 3 seconds.
• [ZOOM]: The recorded picture automatically appears
on the screen for about 1 second. Then it is
enlarged 4 times and appears for about
1 second. This mode is useful to confirm the
focus.
• In Motion image mode [] and Self-portrait mode
[], auto review function is not activated.
• When using burst mode or auto bracket, the auto review
function works while recording the data into the card
regardless of the setting on the auto review function.
(The picture is not enlarged.)
• When using pictures with audio, the auto review
function works while recording the audio or the data into
the card regardless of the setting on the auto review
function. (The picture is not enlarged.)
POWER SAVE• [2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]:
The camera is automatically turned off if it has
not been used for a predetermined amount of
time.
(Press the shutter button or turn the camera off
and on to cancel the power save mode.)
• [OFF]: The camera is not automatically turned off.
• When using the AC adaptor/connecting to a PC or
printer/recording motion images/playing back motion
images/during Slide Show, the power save mode is not
activated.
• When you press the [DISPLAY] button for 2 seconds,
the power save mode is activated. (You can turn the
camera on again when pressing the shutter button
halfway.)
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Preparation
MenuFunctions
ECONOMY°
1
If you do not use the camera for about 15 seconds in
recording mode, the message [MONITOR OFF] blinks and
then the LCD monitor is turned off to save the power. Press
any key to turn it on again.
• When setting economy mode to [ON], the LCD monitor is
turned off even when charging the flash.
• When setting economy mode to [ON], the setting for
power save mode is fixed to [2MIN.].
• You cannot use economy mode in Playback mode []
and Simple mode [].
• Economy mode is not activated while the menu screen is
displayed or the self-timer is set.
• Economy mode is not activated when using the AC
adapter or recording motion images even if it is set to
[ON].
BEEPSet to the volume of operational sound and shutter sound.
You can select the shutter sound from [], [] or [].
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• []: The operational sound turns high.
• []: The operational sound turns low.
• []: The operational sound turns off.
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NO.RESET°
Set this when you want to start the file number of the picture
from 0001 on the next recording. (The folder number is
updated, and the file number starts from 0001.)
• The folder number can be assigned from 100 to 999.
When the folder number reaches to 999, it cannot be
reset. We recommend formatting the card after saving the
data on a PC or other.
• The file number reset is also reflected on Simple mode
[].
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RESET°
The camera is reset to the initial settings. However, the
folder number, the clock setting and the setting on Simple
mode [] are not changed.
CLOCK SETChange the date and time. (P21)
USB MODESet to the USB communication system. Set before
connecting to a PC or a printer. (P94)
°1 Recording mode only
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MenuFunctions
LANGUAGESet to the language on the menu screen from the following
7 languages.
Set to the desired language with 2/1 and determine it with
4.
• [ENGLISH]:The menu screen in English.
• [DEUTSCH]: The menu screen in German.
• [FRANÇAIS]: The menu screen in French.
• [ESPAÑOL]: The menu screen in Spanish.
• [ITALIANO]: The menu screen in Italian.
• []:The menu screen in Chinese (Simplified).
• []:The menu screen in Japanese.
• When you set to another language by mistake, select []
from the menu icons to set the desired language.
• The language setting is also reflected on Simple mode
[].
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VOLUME°
The volume of speakers can be adjusted in 7 steps.
• When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the
speakers of the TV is not changed.
VIDEO
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• [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system.
• [PAL]:Video output is set to PAL system. (P93)
°2 Playback mode only
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Using the LCD Monitor
ª Selecting the screen to be used
Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to
the screen to be used.
• When the menu screen appears,
during multi playback or during
playback zoom, the [DISPLAY] button
is not activated.
In recording mode
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F Display
G Display with recording information
and histogram
H Non-display
ª Recording guide line
You can achieve balanced pictures by
aligning the subject on the cross point of
the horizontal and vertical guide lines.
You can also take pictures easily by
adjusting the horizon to the guide line.
A Display
B Display with histogram
C Non-display (Recording guide line)
D Non-display
E LCD monitor is turned off
¢Histogram
You can take pictures with
well-designed composition by viewing
the size and the balance of subjects.
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Preparation
About the Histogram
• A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to
white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
• It allows the camera user to easily check the way a picture is being exposed.
• When the values are concentrated to
the left as A, the picture is under
exposed.
• When the values in the histogram are
distributed as B, the exposure is
adequate and the brightness is
well-balanced.
• When the values are concentrated to
the right as C, the picture is over
exposed.
ª Example of histogram
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• When the photo flash is activated or
when you record pictures in dark
places, the histogram turns yellow
because the recorded picture and
the histogram do not match each
other.
• The histogram does not appear when
in Motion image mode [], during
multi playback and playback zoom.
• The histogram in recording and
playback may not match each other.
• The histogram in this camera does not
match the one displayed in image
editing software on PC, etc.
• The histogram in the recording mode
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A Under Exposed
B Properly Exposed
C Over Exposed
¢Histogram
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Preparation
The Mode Dial
Select the desired mode turning the mode dial.
: Normal Picture mode (P30)
The aperture value and the shutter
speed are automatically adjusted.
: Macro mode (P51)
This allows you to get closer to the
subject up to 0.33 feet (10 cm) (Wide).
: Portrait mode (P52)
This allows you to easily achieve the
depth of focus effect. The subject
stands out in front of an unfocused
background.
: Landscape mode (P53)
You can capture sharp and crisp
landscape photos easily. Please note
that this mode is suitable for landscape
farther than 9.84 feet (3 m) away and in
daylight.
: Night portrait mode (P54)
This allows you to record the subject
clearly in front of beautiful night
illumination scenery.
: Self-portrait mode (P55)
Use this mode when you want to take a
picture of yourself.
: Motion image mode (P56)
This allows you to record motion
images.
: Simple mode (P34)
You can take the pictures easily
because the necessary setting menus
are minimized. This mode is for
beginners.
: Playback mode (P45)
This allows you to play back recorded
pictures.
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Recording pictures (basic)
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Recording pictures (basic)
Taking Pictures
Preparation
• Insert the charged battery (P14) or connect the AC adaptor (P16).
• Insert the card. (P18)
1 1 Turn the camera on.
2 Select Normal Picture mode
[].
OFF ON
2 Aim the AF area 1 to the point
you want to focus.
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3 Focus on the subject to take the
picture.
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• A: Press the shutter button
halfway to focus.
• B: Press the shutter button fully to
take the picture.
• The focus indication 2 lights and
then the aperture value 3 and the
shutter speed 4 appear.
• When the focus indication is
blinking, the subject is not focused.
Press the shutter button halfway
and focus on the subject again.
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