Panasonic DMC-FZ1PP, DMC-FZ1 User Manual

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Digital Camera

Operating Instructions

Model No.

DMC-FZ1PP

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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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.

RBRC

Li-ion

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

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

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.

Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: 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 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

DMC-FZ1

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.....................................15

Turning Power on/off................................17

Adjusting the Viewfinder

(Diopter Adjustment) ............................ 18

Attaching the Lens Hood..........................19

Attaching the Strap...................................21

Attaching the Lens Cap............................22

Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder ........... 23

The Shutter Button

(Pressing halfway/Pressing fully).........24

The Mode Dial..........................................25

Operating the Menu..................................26

Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set)............27

Recording images (basic)

Taking Pictures.........................................28

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode...............30

Checking the Captured Picture

(Review)...............................................31

Recording Motion Images ........................32

Using the Optical Zoom............................33

Using the Digital Zoom .............................34

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash ...35

Using the Optical Image Stabilizer ........... 37

Using the AF Trigger................................38

Using the Continuous AF .........................39

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer...........40

Recording images (advanced)

Taking Pictures with Audio.......................41

Changing the Picture Size........................42

Changing the Quality

(Data Compression Ratio)....................43

Taking Pictures using Macro Mode .......... 44

Taking Pictures using Portrait Mode ........ 45

Taking Pictures using Sports Mode.......... 46

Taking Pictures using Panning Mode ...... 47

Taking Pictures using Night Portrait

Mode.................................................... 48

Taking Pictures using Spot Mode ............ 49

Compensating the Exposure ................... 50

Taking Pictures using Auto Exposure

(AE) Bracket ........................................ 51

Using the AF/AE Lock.............................. 52

Using the Color Effect.............................. 53

Picture Adjustment

(Natural/Standard/Vivid) ...................... 54

Setting the White Balance ....................... 55

Setting ISO Sensitivity ............................. 57

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ........... 58

Using the MC Protector/ND Filter ............ 59

Playback

Playing Back Still Pictures ....................... 60

Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio...... 61

9 Images Multi Playback .......................... 62

Using the Playback Zoom........................ 63

Playing Back Motion Images ................... 64

Editing

Deleting Images....................................... 65

Writing the Print Information to the Card

(DPOF Setting).................................... 67

Protecting Images on the Card................ 70

Technical use

Playing Back with Slide Show

(Automatic Playback)........................... 71

Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures

(Audio Dubbing)................................... 73

Resizing Recorded Pictures .................... 74

Trimming Recorded Pictures................... 75

Formatting the Card................................. 76

Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

Brightness............................................ 77

Using the Auto Review ............................ 78

Setting up the Operational Sound............ 79

Setting up the Power Save Mode ............ 80

Resetting the File Number ....................... 81

Initializing the settings.............................. 82

Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor .. 83

Connecting to a PC.................................. 84

USB DIRECT-PRINT............................... 85

USB DIRECT-PRINT (Single Picture) ..... 86

USB DIRECT-PRINT (DPOF).................. 87

After Use.................................................. 88

Preparation

Others

The Menu Items .......................................89

Cautions for Use....................................... 91

Warning Indications..................................95

Troubleshooting........................................ 96

Specifications ...........................................97

Digital Camera Accessory System...........99

Preparation

Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

Request for Service Notice .................... 101

Limited Warranty (For USA Only).......... 102

Customer Services Directory

Index...................................................... 105

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Standard Accessories

Before using your camera, check the contents. 1 SD Memory Card (8 MB)

RP-SD008B (In the text, it is indicated as “Card”)

2 Battery Pack

CGA-S002A (In the text, it is indicated as “Battery”)

3 Battery Charger/AC Adaptor

DE-928A (In the text, it is indicated as “AC Adaptor”)

6 A/V Cable

7 USB Connection Cable

8 CD-ROM

9Strap

(For USA Customers)........................ 100

(For USA Only).................................. 104

Guía española para el uso rápido ..... 106

K1V204C10001

VEK0A22

VFF0183

VFC3916

4 AC Cable

K2CA2EA00002

5 DC Cable

K2GH2DB00003

10 Lens Cap/Lens Cap String

VYK0M30/VFC3917

11 Lens Hood/Lens Hood Adaptor

VYQ2677/VYQ2583

Preparation

Names of the Components

[Front View]

2 3

415

1 Flash Sensor (P36)

2 Lens 3Flash 4 Microphone (P41, P73) 5 Self-timer Indicator (P40) 6 Strap Eyelet (P21)

1713 14 15

DISPLAY

OPEN

20 22 23

OFF≥≥ON

SET

12 11

879

25 26 2724

[Top View]

7 Mode Dial (P25) 8 Shutter Button (P24) 9 Single/Burst Mode Button

(P58) 10 Zoom Lever (P33, P34) 11 Lens Ring (P19, P59) 12 Lens Barrel

[Back View]

13 Viewfinder (P18, P23) 14 Diopter Adjustment Dial (P18) 15 Flash Open Button (P35) 16 DISPLAY Button (P23) 17 FOCUS Button (P38) 18 Power Indicator (P17) 19 Power Switch (P17) 20 LCD Monitor (P8) 21 MENU Button (P26) 22 Delete Button (P31, P65) 23 2/Self-timer Button (P40) 24 4/REVIEW/SET Button (P31) 25 1/Flash Mode Button (P35) 26 3/Exposure Compensation

(P50)/Auto Bracket Button

(P51) 27 Speaker (P61)

8 9

31 32

Preparation

[Left View]

28 A/V OUT Socket (P83) 29 USB Socket (5pin) (P84) 30 Terminal Door

2 2

[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

2 3

3433 35

[Battery Charger/AC Adaptor]

1 AC Input Terminal 2 [POWER] Indicator 3 [CHARGE] Indicator 4 Battery Attachment Section 5 DC Output Terminal

OFF

OCUS

Preparation

LCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

12 34 5 6 7

[In recording]

1 REC mode

2 Flash mode (P35)

3 White balance (P55)

4 ISO sensitivity (P57)

5 Picture size (P42)

6 Quality (data compression ratio)

(P43)

7 Battery indicator (P13)

(When using AC adaptor this is not displayed)

8 Frame/Time remain

In motion image mode: XXXs

9 Shutter Jiggle alert (P29)

10 Recording indication

11 Audio REC (P41)

12 Zoom (P33, P34)

(digital zoom ON: )

13 Self-timer mode (P40)

14 Card access indication (P16)

15 AF area (P28)

16 AF Trigger (P38)

17 Aperture indication/Shutter speed

indication (P28)

18 Exposure Compensation (P50)

2.8 1

161718

19 Auto Bracket (P51)

20 Current date and time (P27)

• It is displayed for about 5 seconds after turning on the power or setting the clock.

21 : Spot AF area (P49)

22 : Spot metering target (P49)

23 Focus indication (P28)

24 Burst mode (P58)

25 Continuous AF (P39)

26 Color Effect mode (P53)

27 Optical Image Stabilizer (OFF)

(P37)

Preparation

003

8 9

9 10 11

10:00 JAN.1.2

[Recording in Simple mode]

1 Flash mode (P35)

2 Burst mode (P58)

3 Focus indication (P30)

4 Shutter Jiggle alert (P29)

5 Picture mode (P30)

6 Battery indicator (P13)

7 Frame remain

8 Zoom (P33)

9 Recording indication

10 Self-timer mode (P40)

11 Card access indication (P16)

12 AF area (P28)

13 Current date and time (P27)

• It is displayed for about 5 seconds after turning on the power or setting the clock.

F2.8 1/2

10:00 JAN.1.

[In playback]

1 Playback mode

2DPOF (P67)

(White):

DPOF setting for printing

(Green):

DPOF setting for Slide Show

(Green with DPOF number): DPOF setting for printing and Slide Show

3 Protected image (P70)

4 Image with audio (P61)

5 Picture size (P42)

6 Quality (data compression ratio)

(P43)

: In motion image mode In simple mode:

: ENLARGE

: 4qa6q/10a15cm

: INTERNET

7 Battery indicator (P13)

8 Folder/File number

9 Page/Total images

10 REC data

• It will be displayed when the

[DISPLAY] button is pressed.

11 Recorded date and time

10 11

Quick Guide

SET

9,12

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. (1 # 2) (P11)

• Charging is finished in about 90 minutes.

Slide the lever in the direction of the

arrow to open the Memory Card/

battery door.

Insert the battery into the camera.

(P12)

Insert the Card into the camera. (P15)

Close the Memory Card/battery door.

[Recording]

Remove the lens cap.

Set the power switch to [ON]. (P17)

Set date/time. (P27)

Set the mode dial to Normal Picture

mode [ ]. (P25)

(When you want to take a picture with

the flash) Press the flash open button to open the Flash. (P35)

Take a picture. (P24, P28)

[Playback]

Set the mode dial to playback [ ].

OFF≥ ≥ON

(P60)

Press 2/1 to select the picture you

want to view.

Preparation

Charging the Battery

THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

• The battery cannot be charged when the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor.

• After use, be sure to disconnect the AC cable.

• The battery becomes warm after use/charge or during the charge. The camera also becomes warm during use. However, it is not a malfunction.

• The battery/AC adaptor supplied with this

camera is exclusively designed for this camera. Do not use with any other equipment.

Connect the AC cable.

• The [POWER] indicator A lights.

Attach the battery to the AC adaptor. (1 # 2)

• The [CHARGE] indicator B lights and

charging starts.

When the [CHARGE] indicator B turns off, charging is finished.

• Charging is finished in about 90 minutes.

Remove the battery from the AC adaptor.

Preparation

OPEN

Inserting the Battery

[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.

Insert the charged battery all the way in, until it is locked.

Close the

Memory Card/

battery door.

[Removing the battery]

Open the Memory Card/battery door.

Slide

• If you will not be using the camera for a long time, remove the battery.

• When the fully charged battery is inserted in the camera for more than 1 hour, the clock setting is memorized by the camera for about 24 hours even after the battery is removed. (The time may be shorter if the battery is not charged sufficiently.) When the clock setting is cancelled, please set the date/time again. (P27)

• When the card is being accessed, do not open the Memory Card/battery door.

• The battery supplied with this camera is exclusively designed for this camera. Do not use with any other equipment.

the lock 1 in the direction of

the arrow to remove the battery.

Close the

Memory Card/battery

door.

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.

Preparation

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 Charging time and available recording time

Measured under the following conditions:

• Shooting once every 30 seconds, flash every other shot.

• Measured using supplied 8 MB SD Memory Card.

• Temperature: 77 F (25°C)/Humidity: 60

Charging time Continuous recording/playback time

Supplied battery Approx. 90 min.

The times shown in the table are approximate times. The times may vary depending on the condition.

(recordable number)

Recording with LCD monitor Approx. 100 min. (equal to 200 still pictures)

Recording with Viewfinder Approx. 120 min. (equal to 240 still pictures)

Playback with LCD monitor Approx. 120 min.

ª Charging environment and charging error

• Charge the battery in a place with a 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, after charging starts, the [CHARGE] indicator blinks at about 1 second cycles, this indicates a charging error. In this case, remove the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet, remove the battery and check if both room and battery temperature is too low or high and then charge it again. If the problem persists, consult the dealer or your nearest servicenter.

Preparation

Connecting to an Electrical Outlet

If you use an AC adaptor as indicated in 3, you can use the camera without worrying about battery discharge.

DC IN

[Preparation]

• Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens is stored.

Connect the AC cable.

Open the DC IN terminal door 1.

Connect the DC cable (supplied) to

the camera.

• The camera becomes warm during use. However, 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 with the AC adaptor connected.

• Use the supplied DC cable.

Preparation

OPEN

Inserting the Card

[Preparation]

• Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens is stored.

• Close the flash. (P36)

[Inserting the card]

Slide the lever in the direction of the

arrow to open the Memory Card/ battery door.

Insert the card all the way in until it

clicks.

• Check the direction of the card.

• Cards can be installed backwards. If this occurs the card will protrude slightly and the door will not close. Please pay special attention when inserting cards.

• Do not touch the connection terminals on the back side of the card.

Close the Memory Card

[Removing the card]

Open the Memory Card/battery door.

Press the card to release.

Pull the card out.

Close the

Memory Card/battery

/battery

door.

• If the Memory Card/battery door cannot be completely closed, take the card out and insert it again.

• 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 be damaged.

Preparation

600

ª Access to the card

When the card is being accessed, the card access indication 1 lights.

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. The card and the card contents may be destroyed and the camera may not operate normally.

As there is a risk that the data on the card may be damaged or erased due to the electrical noise, static electricity or the defects of camera/card, please back up your data on your PC using USB connection. (P84)

ª SD Memory Card (supplied) and

MultiMediaCard (optional)

The SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are small, lightweight, removable external cards. The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write protection switch that can inhibit writing and formatting. (When the switch is moved towards 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

• RP-SDH512 (512 MB)

• RP-SDH256 (256 MB)

• RP-SD128BJ (128 MB)

• RP-SD064B (64 MB)

• RP-SD032B (32 MB)

• RP-SD016B (16 MB)

• RP-SD008B (8 MB)

MultiMediaCard

• The reading/writing speed of MultiMediaCards is slower than SD cards. When MultiMediaCards are used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than advertised.

• After recording motion images using the MultiMediaCard, the card access indication may appear for a while, but this is not a malfunction.

Preparation

Turning Power on/off

• The power indicator 1 lights.

1,2

OFF≥ ≥ON

ª Power indicator

OFF

≥ ≥

Lighting:

• When turning the power switch to [ON]

Blinking:

• When the Memory Card/battery door is

• When the card is not inserted

• When no space is left on the card

• When the card is protected during

• When you start recording with the lens

• When the remaining battery power is

Set the power switch to [ON].

Set

the power switch to [OFF].

opened

recording

cap attached

low (blinking slowly)

• 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. If not, the message “REMOVE LENS CAP AND PRESS SET BUTTON” appears on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder. Please remove the lens cap and press 4/[REVIEW/SET] button 2.

• Do not exert any pressure on the lens when it is extended. To clean the lens, please turn the camera off to retract the lens.

Preparation

Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment)

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.

Adjust the diopter, rotating the

diopter adjustment dial.

Preparation

Attaching the Lens Hood

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.

• Close the flash. (P36)

Remove the lens ring.

Attach the lens hood adaptor 1

(supplied).

• The mark ±,¥ will be the opposite side

of the camera.

Attach the lens hood 2 (supplied).

• Adjust the mark of the lens hood to the

mark ± of the lens hood adaptor. Then, rotate the lens hood to the mark ¥ and fix it.

• Be careful not to rotate the lens hood adaptor.

Rotate the lens hood and the lens

hood adaptor until the mark of the lens hood is fitted to the mark of the camera.

• If the marks are not fitted, edges of the screen may become dark. (vignetting effect)

• It is recommended that the lens hood be

removed when using the flash. Vignetting can occur, causing the lower portion of the photo to be dark.

• The lens cap can be installed while the lens hood is in use if the lens cap string is not used.

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.

• Close the flash. (P36)

Remove the lens hood.

Reverse

• Attach the lens hood adjusting the

mark ± of the lens hood adaptor to the mark of the lens hood, and rotate the lens hood to the right.

Attach the lens cap.

the lens hood and

attach

it.

• It is recommended that the lens hood be removed when using the flash. Vignetting can occur, causing the lower portion of the photo to be dark.

• The lens cap can be installed while the lens hood is in use if the lens cap string is not used.

Preparation

Attaching the Strap

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.

Pass the metal fitting through the eyelet of the camera.

Rotate the plastic part of the metal fitting to the opposite direction until it is locked.

Move the cover in the direction of the arrow, and attach it firmly.

• Be sure to move the cover entirely until it is attached firmly.

Attach the strap to the other side of the camera in the same way.

Preparation

Attaching the Lens Cap

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

through the circular part of the

Pull in the direction of the arrow.

Pass

through the strap eyelet as shown in the picture.

Attach the lens cap.

• Remove the lens cap before turning the camera on.

• Even when the lens hood is attached, you can attach the lens cap without the string.

the opposite side of the

the top of the lens cap string

string

Preparation

Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

Every time you press the [DISPLAY] button,

DISPLAY

[In recording]

the display of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder changes as shown below.

[Menu display] [In multi/zoom playback]

A LCD monitor B Viewfinder

REC

1/3

SELECT

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SPOT MODE

SET

SETUP

EXIT

AUTO 1600

OFF

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SPOT MODE

SELECT

REC

SETUP

1/3

AUTO

1600

OFF

EXIT

SET

[In playback]

10:00

JAN

100-0001

.1.2003

F2.8

10:00

1/200

JAN

100-0001

ISO100

.1.2003

• When the LCD monitor is displayed, the Viewfinder turns off. (and vice versa)

10:00

JAN

100-0001

.1.2003

F2.8

10:00

1/200

JAN

100-0001

ISO100

.1.2003

Preparation

The Shutter Button (Pressing halfway/Pressing fully)

The shutter button is activated in 2 steps: “pressing halfway” and “pressing fully”.

Pressing halfway 1

• Focus and exposure are locked.

Pressing fully 2

• The picture is captured. In motion image mode, the recording starts.

• 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 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.

: Normal Picture (P28)

The shutter speed and the aperture value are automatically adjusted.

: Macro mode (P44) When you take pictures from a distance closer than 3.94 feet (120 cm) (Tele), set the camera in macro mode. This allows you to get closer to the subject up to 0.16 feet (5 cm) (Wide).

: Portrait mode (P45) This mode allows you to easily achieve the depth of focus effect. The subject stands out in front of an unfocused background.

: Sports mode (P46) When taking pictures of outdoor sports, this mode lets you capture still action photos easily.

: Night portrait mode (P48) When you take pictures of your friends in front of beautiful night illumination scenery, this mode allows you to get the appropriate exposure for your subject as well as the background by using flash and slow shutter.

: Panning mode (P47) Panning is a technique of moving the camera tracking a subject in motion.

Using a slower shutter speed when tracking a subject, you can sharply photograph a subject in motion while blurring the background.

: Motion images mode (P32) Recording motion images.

Preparation

Operating the Menu

By operating the menu, you can set the settings of REC or playback mode. You can also set the date and time, the operational sound and various other settings. Follow these instructions.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to the recording mode

1,5

2,3,4

1/3

SETUP

REC

W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE QUALITY SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

MONITOR AUTO REVIEW

BEEP POWER SAVE

SETUP

AUTO

1600

OFF

1/2

OFF

(except for [ ]) or the playback mode.

Press the [MENU] button.

• If you set the mode dial to the recording mode, the REC menu is displayed; if you set it to the playback mode, the playback menu is displayed.

Press 1.

Press 3/4 to choose the item.

Press 2/1 to set the item

Press the [MENU] button

• The menu will disappear.

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

REC

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

1/2

OFF

1/2

OFF

Preparation

Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set)

If the message [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] appears, set the date and time. You can go to the setup menu by pressing the

1,6

2,3,4,5

REC

NO.RESET

RESET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

4,5

CLOCK SET

2/2

ENG

[MENU] button while the message is displayed. You can set the year from 2002 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used.

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to make the setup menu

appear.

• In simple mode, skip this step.

Press 3/4 to select [CLOCK SET],

and then press 1.

Press 3/4/2/1 to set date and time,

and then press 1.

Press 3/4 to select [M/D/Y], [D/M/Y]

or [Y/M/D].

Press the [

• The menu will disappear.

Check if the date/time setting is

displayed correctly, after turning the camera [OFF] and [ON].

MENU] button twice.

10:00

SELECT SET EXIT

JAN

M/D/Y

2003

• After a fully charged battery is installed in the camera for at least 1 hour, the time and date will be held for approximately 24 hours if the battery is removed. If the battery was not fully charged the time may not be retained properly. If the time/date setting is lost please reset it.

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Taking Pictures

2,3

F2.

1/2

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)

• Set the power switch to [ON]. (P17)

Set the mode dial to normal picture

mode [ ].

After centering the subject in the

AF area 1 Viewfinder, press the shutter button halfway

• When the focus is adjusted, the focus

indication [¥] 2 appears.

• When the focus indication flashes, the focus is not adjusted. Press the shutter button halfway to adjust the focus again.

• The shutter speed and the aperture value 3 are automatically adjusted and displayed on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder.

• When the subject is out of the AF area, use the AF/AE lock. (P52)

Press the shutter button fully to take

the picture.

• After taking a picture, when the auto review (P78) is set to [1 SEC.]/[3 SEC.], the picture is displayed on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder for about 1 or 3 seconds.

on the LCD monitor/

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• 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. Press the button halfway again.

• When power saving time is set, if you do not operate the camera for a while, it is automatically turned off at the set time. To operate the camera again, press the shutter button or turn the power switch first to [OFF] and then to [ON]. (P80)

• The brightness of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder may differ from that of the recorded pictures. In particular, when taking pictures in dark places with a long time exposure, darkness appears on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder, but the recorded pictures are bright.

• If the exposure is not properly set, the color of the aperture value and the shutter speed on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder becomes red.

• In the following cases, the focus may not be adjusted properly. 1 Recording a scene including subjects both near and far 2 Recording a scene through a dirty pane of glass 3 Recording an illuminated subject 4 Recording in darkness 5 Recording a moving subject 6 Recording a subject with little contrast 7 Recording with shutter jiggle

• We recommend that you set the clock setting again before taking pictures.

• When the brightness of the LCD monitor/Viewfinder changes such as while zooming or panning, you may hear a click sound from the lens or the image on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder may change suddenly; this is not a malfunction. The sound is caused by the camera automatically adjusting the aperture value.

About shutter jiggle

• To prevent shutter jiggle, be careful when you press the shutter button.

• When the shutter jiggle alert 1 appears, we recommend you use a tripod.

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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.

Set the mode dial to Simple mode

2,5

3,4

PICT.MODE

4"t6"/10t15cm

ENLARGE

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP CLOCK SET

SELECT SET EXIT

OFF

[].

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [PICT. MODE].

•[AUTO REVIEW] (P78)

•[BEEP] (P79)

•[CLOCK SET] (P27)

Press 2/1 to select [ENLARGE],

[4qa6q/10a15cm], [INTERNET].

ENLARGE

qa6q

/10a15cm 1280a960

INTERNET

• [ENLARGE] selection is intended for situations when large printing is desired. The camera is preset to [1600 a 1200] in [Fine] picture mode.

•[4qa6q/10a15cm] selection will offer an easy way to produce small “general purpose” prints.

• [INTERNET] selection favors smaller file size, optimized for home page and e-mail use.

Press the [MENU] button.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

1600

640

1200

480

Fine

Standard

• The burst mode is available only with the low speed. (P58)

• If the distance between the camera and the object is beyond the recordable range (Tele: 3.94 feet (120 cm), Wide: 0.16 feet (5 cm)), the focus may not be adjusted properly even the focus indication 1 is lit.

• The settings (except for the clock setting) of the simple mode will not be applied to the other recording modes.

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Checking the Captured Picture (Review)

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 methods shown below.

After taking a picture, press the 4/

[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The last captured picture is displayed for about 5 seconds. If you rotate the

zoom lever towards [ ], the captured picture is zoomed 4 times (A) and

8 times if you rotate it once again. You can also change the position with 3/4/2/1.

• You can check the previous or following picture with 2/1.

ª Erasing the captured picture during

the review

Press the [ ] button.

When the message [DELETE THIS

PICTURE?] is displayed, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET]

• The picture is erased.

• Once erased, pictures cannot be recovered.

REVIEW1

REVIEW4

1,2,

W T

DELETEEXIT

button.

DELETE

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

YES NO

SELECT SET

MULTI/ALL

• In motion image mode [ ], review cannot be used.

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Recording Motion Images

With this camera you can also record motion

2,3,4

images. (If using the supplied 8 MB SD Memory Card, it is possible to record for up to about 35 seconds)

Set the mode dial to motion image

mode [ ].

Center the subject on the LCD

monitor/Viewfinder and press the shutter button halfway.

• When the focus is adjusted, the focus

indication 2 [¥] appears.

By pressing the shutter button fully,

the recording starts.

• The audio REC starts simultaneously.

(1 Microphone)

By pressing the shutter button fully

again, recording stops.

• If during the recording the memory of the card becomes full, the recording is stopped automatically.

• The picture size is fixed to 320 a 240 pixels.

• The remaining time displayed on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder is an approximation.

• You cannot record motion images without audio.

• If using the MultiMediaCard, after recording motion images, the card access indication may appear for a while, but this is not a malfunction.

• After recording starts, the auto focus/zoom/white balance/aperture values are locked (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.

• In motion image mode [ ], review cannot be used.

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Using the Optical Zoom

With this function, you can make people and

W T

subjects appear closer with the 12 times optical zoom, and landscapes can be captured in wide angle.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]. (P25)

Aim the camera at the subject and

adjust the size with the zoom lever. To make subjects appear closer (Tele): Rotate towards T. To make subjects appear further away (Wide angle): Rotate towards W.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

• The focus is adjusted at a distance of more than 3.94 feet (120 cm) (Tele)/0.98 feet (30 cm) (Wide). For details on simple mode/ macro mode, read P30/P44.

• The picture may be slightly distorted according to the lens. The distortion will increase as you make subjects wider and closer.

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Using the Digital Zoom

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. (In the burst mode/auto bracket, the digital zoom magnifies 2 more times, reaching a maximum of 24 times.)

1,4

2,3

REC

D.ZOOM

COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ. STABILIZER

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

3/3

OFF ON

OFF

NATURAL

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [D.ZOOM].

Press 1 to set to [ON].

Press the [

• The menu will disappear.

• The zoom adjustment and recording method are the same as in “Using the Optical Zoom”. (P33)

• When the digital zoom is set to [ON], the digital zoom indication 1 appears.

• When entering the digital zoom range, the zoom bar will pause.

• Photos using digital zoom may be of slightly less quality.

• Digital stabilization may be less effective when used in conjunction with digital zoom.

• To ensure the best picture quality, we recommend using a tripod when digital zoom is used.

MENU] button.

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Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

[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. Those that cannot be set are not displayed when

pressing [ ]. Refer to the table on the left.)

: AUTO The flash fires automatically according to the lighting condition.

: AUTO/Red-eye reduction The flash fires automatically according to the recording situation. It reduces the red-eye phenomenon (when a subject’s eyes appear red in flash light). Use it when you take pictures of people or animals in low lighting conditions.

: Forced ON The flash fires every time a picture is captured. Use this setting when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.

: Slow sync./Red-eye reduction When you take a picture with a dark background landscape, it makes the flash fire and the shutter speed slow, so that the dark background landscape will become bright. Simultaneously it reduces the red-eye phenomenon. We recommend that you use a tripod.

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: Forced OFF

When you do not open the flash, this mode is set. Even in dark places, the flash does not fire. Set it when you take pictures in places where using flash is not allowed.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

To close the flash

Press in the direction of the arrow

until it clicks.

• Be sure to close the flash when you do not use it.

• 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.

• Do not cover the flash sensor 1 with your finger or any other item. Otherwise the picture will not be exposed properly.

• In motion image mode [ ] or when the flash is closed, flash setting is fixed to the

Forced OFF [ ].

• When you set to burst mode or auto bracket, only 1 picture is taken for every flash firing.

• In night portrait mode [ ], setting is fixed to Slow sync./Red-eye reduction

[].

• When you take a picture using the flash with the lens hood attached, the flash light may be interrupted by the hood.

• The flash indication becomes red when pressing the shutter button halfway.

• When the flash is being charged, the flash indication blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully.

• When using the flash, do not let subjects get too close to the flash. The shape or color of subjects may be changed because of the heat and light of the flash.

• Be sure to open the flash entirely when using the flash.

• When taking a picture with the flash, the white balance will be automatically adjusted (except for manual white balance setting), but the white balance may not be properly adjusted when the flash light is insufficient.

• When taking a picture with the flash after setting the white balance manually, the white balance may not be properly adjusted. We recommend setting the white balance to [AUTO] when using the flash. (P55)

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OFF

Using the Optical Image Stabilizer

When using this function, you can minimize shutter jiggle.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [STABILIZER].

1,4

2,3

3/3

OFF

SETUP

OFF

REC

D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

STABILIZER

OFF

SELECT SET EXIT

OFF OFF

NATURAL

Press 2/1 to select [ON]/[OFF].

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• Only when selecting [OFF], the

indication [ ] 1 will appear.

OFF

• 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.

• When taking pictures with a low shutter speed such as night portrait, the stabilizer function may be less effective.

• When the zoom lever is close to T and the shutter speed is slower than 1/125, the shutter jiggle alert 2 appears.

• We recommend using a tripod when the shutter jiggle alert appears.

• In simple mode [ ], the stabilizer function is fixed to [ON].

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OCUS

Using the AF Trigger

There are 2 ways to set the auto focus; pressing the shutter button halfway or pressing the [FOCUS] button. Using the [FOCUS] button is effective to prefocus the camera.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ].

1,4

2,3

2/3

SETUP

SHUTTER

REC

SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. CONT.AF

C-AF

AF TRIGGER

SELECT SET EXIT

AUTO OFF

OFF

(P25)

• Shutter button:

• [FOCUS] button:

• The menu will disappear.

• Only when the [FOCUS] button is

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [AF TRIGGER].

Press 2/1 to select [ ] or

[].

SHUTTER

You can set the auto focus by pressing the shutter button halfway.

You can set the auto focus by pressing the [FOCUS] button.

Press the [MENU] button.

FOCUS

selected, the [ ] indication 1 is displayed on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder.

SHUTTER

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; a situation where it may be difficult for the auto focus to function properly. (For example, taking pictures with panning mode) (P47)

Set [AF TRIGGER] to [ ].

Center the subject in the AF area (P28), and press the [FOCUS] button.

• AF trigger will not operate until you press the [FOCUS] button again, even if you press the shutter button halfway.

• When setting [CONT.AF] to [ON], [AF TRIGGER] is fixed to [ ].

• In simple mode [ ], [AF TRIGGER] is fixed to [ ].

SHUTTER

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Using the Continuous AF

This function allows you to reduce the time required for focusing, as AF is continuously working without the need to press the shutter button every time.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ].

1,4

2,3

REC

SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC.

CONT.AF

AF TRIGGER

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

2/3

OFF ON

AUTO

OFF

(P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [CONT.AF].

Press 1 to select [ON].

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• The indication [ ] 1 will appear.

• When setting [CONT.AF] to [ON], [AF TRIGGER] is fixed to [ ].

• In simple mode [ ], [CONT.AF] is fixed to [ON].

• The battery is depleted more quickly using continuous AF.

• It may take time to adjust the focus after zooming out (Wide # Tele) or suddenly changing the subject of shooting from distant subjects to nearby subjects.

• Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to adjust the focus.

SHUTTER

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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

When you set the self-timer, the picture is automatically taken after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [ ] button.

• Every time you press it, what is displayed changes as shown below.

10 s 2 s

: Self-timer set to 10 seconds

• 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.

: Self-timer set to 2 seconds When these indicators are not displayed, self-timer setting is cancelled.

Press the shutter button fully

• The self-timer indicator 1 blinks and

the shutter is activated after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).

• When setting the self-timer, the focus and exposure are not adjusted by pressing the shutter button halfway. When pressing the button fully, they are automatically adjusted just before recording.

• If you press the [MENU] button when the self-timer is set, the self-timer setting is cancelled.

OFF

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Taking Pictures with Audio

You can take a picture with audio for 5 seconds.

1,4

2,3

2/3

OFF

SETUP

REC

SENSITIVITY

AUDIO REC.

CONT.AF

AF TRIGGER

SELECT SET EXIT

AUTO

OFF

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [AUDIO REC.].

Press 1 to select [ON].

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• This icon [ ] 2 will appear on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder.

Press the shutter button fully and

take a picture.

• It is not necessary to continue pressing the shutter button.

• Audio is recorded from the built-in microphone 1 of the camera.

• 5 seconds later, the audio recording is stopped automatically.

• If you press the [MENU] button during the audio recording, it will be cancelled.

• Using this feature will result in fewer images being able to be saved.

• When setting to auto bracket/burst mode, it is not possible to take a picture with audio. (P51, P58)

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Changing the Picture Size

You can choose from among 3 picture size settings.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [PICT.SIZE].

1,4

2,3

REC

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

• In motion image mode [ ], the picture size is fixed to 320 a 240 pixels.

• The smaller the picture size you select, the more pictures you can store on the Memory Card. In addition, a small data volume allows you attach the picture to an e-mail or post it on a web site more easily.

• If you select a larger picture size, the printed picture will be clearer, especially with larger sized prints.

SETUP

1/3

AUTO

1600 1280 640

OFF

Press 2/1 to select the picture size.

• : 1600 a 1200 pixels

• : 1280 a 960 pixels

• : 640 a 480 pixels

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

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Changing the Quality (Data Compression Ratio)

You can choose among 2 quality levels (Data Compression Ratio).

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [QUALITY].

1,4

2,3

1/3

SETUP

REC

W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

AUTO

1600

OFF

Press 2/1 to select the

Compression Ratio).

• : Fine (Low compression) It gives priority to picture quality to record high quality pictures.

• : Standard (Standard compression) It gives priority to the number of recordable pictures and records standard quality pictures.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

quality (Data

• Picture size/Quality and number of recordable pictures (8 MB/64 MB SD Memory Card)

Picture size

1200

1600

960

1280

480

640

In motion image mode

• The numbers shown in the table are approximate numbers. If you mix fine quality and standard quality, the number of recordable pictures changes.

• It may happen that pictures appear like a mosaic depending on the scene characteristics.

• Remaining frame which is displayed on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder may not correspond with recorded frames, however, this is not a malfunction.

8 MB (supplied) 64 MB (optional)

81674149

10 20 96 184

34 68 298 553

35 seconds 350 seconds

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Taking Pictures using Macro Mode

When you take pictures from a distance closer than 3.94 feet (120 cm) (Tele), set the camera in

macro mode to the subject up to 0.16 feet (5 cm) (Wide)

• Macro mode [ ]

• Normal recording

[]

. This allows you to get closer

3.94 feet

(120 cm)

0.16 feet

(5 cm)

3.94 feet

(120 cm)

0.98 feet

(30 cm)

Set the mode dial to Macro mode

[].

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

• 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.

• When the camera lens is at a distance over the available range from the subject, focus may not be adjusted even if the focus indication appears.

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Taking Pictures using Portrait Mode

Portrait mode is for taking portrait shots. It makes the subject stand out from the

• White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55)

background. We recommend placing the subject close by and allowing for proper distance between subject and background. Please note that this mode is suitable for outdoor situations under sunlight.

Set the mode dial to Portrait mode

[].

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

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Taking Pictures using Sports Mode

When taking pictures of outdoor sports, this mode lets you capture still action photos

• White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55)

easily. Please note that this mode is suitable to take photos of the subject from distances of more than 16.4 feet (5 m) and in

Set the mode dial to Sports mode

[].

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

daylight

situations.

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Taking Pictures using Panning Mode

Panning is a technique of moving the camera

tracking a subject in motion. Using a slower shutter speed when tracking a subject, you can sharply photograph a subject in motion while blurring the background. In very bright summer daylight, if the shutter speed cannot be set slow enough to blur the background, please use the ND filter (DMW-LND55, optional). (P59) Please try to use the prefocus technique to reduce the time for focusing while shooting a fast moving subject. (P38)

Set the mode dial to Panning mode

[]. Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

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.

• Set the AF trigger to [FOCUS] and you can fix the focus even if you press the shutter button halfway. (P38)

• White balance is set to [AUTO] in the default position. You can change the setting. (P55)

• The stabilizer function is effective only when taking a picture horizontally moving the camera from side to side.

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Taking Pictures using Night Portrait Mode

The Night Portrait mode combines the electronic flash with a “slow shutter” mode. This unique feature allows you to photograph

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close subjects against the natural night background. Since the shutter speed is slow, we highly recommend using a tripod to steady the camera. The subject should be positioned within the available flash range. (When setting to ISO100, about 0.98 feet (30 cm) – 6.86 feet (2.1 m)) We recommend setting the zoom lever towards W.

Press [ OPEN] button to open the

flash.

Set the mode dial to Night portrait

mode [ ].

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

• 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)

• If you do not open the flash using this mode, you can capture the night illumination scenery itself with slower shutter speed. Then, the focus can be adjusted within the range of 16.4 feet (5 m) –

• The shutter may be kept closed (Max: about 8 seconds) after taking a picture with slow shutter speed, but it is not a malfunction.

• When taking a picture in a dark place, noise may appear. To avoid noise, we recommend setting the picture adjustment to [NATURAL]. (P54)

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Taking Pictures using Spot Mode

When this mode is selected, both the focus and the exposure will be adjusted to spot on a limited area. This is suitable when you take pictures in delicate light conditions and intend to take a picture in a limited area.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [SPOT MODE].

Press 1 to set to [ON].

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• The spot AF area 1 and spot metering target 2 appear.

Center the subject in the spot AF

area.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

1,4

2,3

1/3

OFF

SETUP

REC

W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

AUTO

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• 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.

• If the subject is out of the spot AF area, use the AF/AE lock. (P52)

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Compensating the Exposure

In some situations the illumination of the background and your subject may differ. Auto exposure systems may not always calculate the exposure correctly. This is a normal situation. This feature allows you to manually compensate the exposure.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [ ] button.

Press 2/1 to compensate the

exposure.

• You can compensate from j2 EV to i2

EV with 1/3 EV step. (EV is an abbreviation of Exposure Value, and it is the amount of light given to the CCD by the aperture value and the shutter speed)

• The compensation state is not reflected by the brightness of the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder.

Press the 4/[

• The compensation window will close.

• The exposure compensation indication 1 will appear.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

REVIEW/SET

SELECT

1,2,3

EXPOSURE

SET

] button.

• Depending on the shutter speed and aperture value, the range which is possible to compensate the exposure will be limited.

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Taking Pictures using Auto Exposure (AE) Bracket

Pressing the shutter button once, the camera will automatically take 3 pictures changing exposure according to the set exposure compensation value.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [ ] button twice to

select [ AUTO BRACKET].

Press 2/1 to set the exposure

compensation range.

•OFF

• j1 EV — i1 EV

(1/3 EV step)

Press the 4/[

• The compensation window will close.

• The auto bracket indication 1 appears.

Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures”. (P28)

REVIEW/SET

] button.

SELECT

1,2,3

AUTO BRACKET

SET

• 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.

• When setting auto bracket, you cannot take a still picture with audio.

• When setting auto bracket and the burst mode simultaneously, auto bracket will be performed.

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Using the AF/AE Lock

If the subject is out of the AF area and you press the shutter button, the subject’s focus is

1,2

not adjusted. After locking focus and exposure (AF/AE lock), you can take a clear picture with adjusted focus. AF: Auto focus AE: Auto exposure

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]. (P25)

Aim the camera at the subject on

which you want to adjust the focus to enter the AF area 2 on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder and then keep pressing the shutter button halfway (AF/AE lock).

• When the focus is adjusted, the focus

indication 1 [¥] appears.

Move the camera keeping the chosen

composition and press the shutter button all the way.

• Before pressing the shutter button, you can set the AF/AE lock again and again.

Recording images (advanced)

COOL

Using the Color Effect

This function enables use of color effect such as bluish, reddish, and black and white.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [COL.EFFECT]

Press 2/1 to select [OFF], [COOL],

[WARM] or [B/W]

• COOL: The picture becomes bluish.

•WARM: The picture becomes reddish.

•B/W: The picture becomes black and white.

Press the [MENU] button

• The menu will disappear.

• The indication [ / / ] 1 will appear.

1,4

2,3

3/3

OFF

COOL WARM B/W

SETUP

STANDARD

REC

D.ZOOM

COL.EFFECT

PICT.ADJ. STABILIZER

SELECT SET EXIT

OFF

COOL WA RM

B/W

Recording images (advanced)

Picture Adjustment (Natural/Standard/Vivid)

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [PICT.ADJ.]

Press 2/1 to select [NATURAL],

[STANDARD] or [VIVID]

1,4

2,3

3/3

NATURALNATURAL

SETUP

REC

D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT

PICT.ADJ.

STABILIZER

SELECT SET EXIT

OFF OFF

STANDARDSTANDARD

• [NATURAL]: The picture becomes softer.

• [VIVID]: The picture becomes sharper.

Press the [MENU] button

• The menu will disappear.

• 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)

Setting the White Balance

Auto White Balance is designed to automatically adjust the camera to produce natural flesh tones. In most situations it works fine. In some situations where several different types of lighting are present, enhanced performance can be achieved by setting the white balance manually.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

1,4

2,3

1/3

SETUP

REC

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

1600

OFF

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [W.BALANCE].

Press 2/1 to select the mode.

• AUTO: if the auto white balance is set

• (Daylight): for recording outdoors on a bright day

• (Cloudy): for recording under a cloudy and shady sky

• (Halogen): for recording under halogen lighting

• (White set): for manual setting (Read the following page where the manual setting is explained in detail)

Press the [MENU]

• The menu will disappear.

button.

• The setting of the white balance is applied to the other recording modes.

• In simple mode [ ] or motion image mode [ ], the white balance is fixed to [AUTO].

1,6

2,3,4

2,3

1/3

SETUP

REC

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

Recording images (advanced)

Here the white set mode of white balance is explained.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [W.BALANCE].

Press 2/1 to set to white set [ ].

Only when setting the white balance again

Press 1.

• The message “FRAME THE CAMERA AT THE WHITE SURFACE AND PRESS SHUTTER” is displayed.

Aim the camera at a sheet of white

paper 1 or similar object so that it completely fills the frame to white on the screen and press the shutter button all the way.

1600

OFF

• White balance is set.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

WHITE SET

FRAME THE CAMERA AT THE WHITE SURFACE AND PRESS SHUTTER

CANCEL

Recording images (advanced)

Setting ISO Sensitivity

The ISO setting adjusts the camera’s sensitivity to light. Generally, the lower the ISO setting, the better the picture quality will be. Increasing the ISO value will make the camera more sensitive in low light.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/

[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

1,4

2,3

2/3

SETUP

50 100

REC

SENSITIVITY

AUDIO REC. CONT.AF

AF TRIGGER

SELECT SET EXIT

OFF OFF

Press 3/4 to select [SENSITIVITY].

Press 2/1 to select the sensitivity.

• AUTO: The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted up to ISO400. If your picture is still too dark, please use the flash.

• ISO50

100

• ISO100

200

• ISO200

400

• ISO400

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• In motion image mode [ ] or simple mode [ ], ISO sensitivity is fixed to [AUTO].

• When you take a picture in high ISO sensitivity, picture noise appears and the picture quality deteriorates.

Recording images (advanced)

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

By continuously pressing the shutter button, it

is possible to record in burst mode.

Burst

speed

Number of recordable

pictures

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

4 frames/

second

2 frames/

second

Press [ ].

• Every time you press it, what is displayed changes as shown below.

4 frames 7 frames

: High speed

: Low speed

When these indicators are not displayed, burst mode is cancelled.

Press the shutter button halfway to

lock the focus, then press it fully to take pictures in sequence.

• It is possible to record 4 frames in 1 second in burst mode, at a shutter speed higher than 1/60, but the flash does not fire simultaneously.

• If the flash fires, it is possible to record only 1frame.

• In simple mode [ ], the shutter speed is fixed to the low speed.

• You cannot take still pictures with audio in the burst mode.

• When setting auto bracket and the burst mode simultaneously, auto bracket will be performed.

• Burst mode will not perform as described if a MultiMediaCard is used in place of an SD Memory Card. The reading/writing speed of MultiMediaCard is slower than SD Memory Card.

OFF

Recording images (advanced)

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.

[Preparation]

• Check that the power switch is set to [OFF] and the lens barrel is stored.

• Close the flash. (P36)

Remove the lens ring.

Attach the lens hood adaptor 1.

Install the MC protector 2 or the ND

filter 3.

• The lens hood and lens cap can be attached when installing the MC protector or ND filter.

• When taking pictures with the flash using the MC protector/ND filter, vignetting effect may occur.

• Do not use the conversion lens. If it is used with the supplied lens hood adaptor, it may break.

Playback

Playing Back Still Pictures

Set the mode dial to playback [ ].

• The last recorded picture is played back.

Press 2 to play back the previous

picture. Press 1 to play back the next picture.

• Every time you press 2/1, the previous (next) picture is played back.

• The picture following the last one is the first picture.

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• 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)

• When playing back still pictures that have been recorded with other equipment, the quality of pictures may be deteriorated and pictures may not be able to be played back.

• When playing back a file out of standard, the folder/file number is indicated by [-] and the screen may become black.

[Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding]

During playback, continue pressing 2/1. 1: Fast forward 2: Fast rewind

• The file number increases/decreases. When

releasing 2/1, the picture corresponding to the current file number is displayed.

Playback

Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio

Set the mode dial to playback [ ].

Press 2/1 to select the file with

2,6

3,4,5

PLAY AUDIO

2,3

audio icon [ ] 2

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button to

play back the audio.

•You can hear audio from the speaker

To adjust the sound volume

Set the mode dial to playback [ ].

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to select the setup menu.

Press 3/4 to select [VOLUME].

Press 2/1 to adjust the sound

volume.

Press the [MENU] button.

•The menu will disappear.

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PLAY

MONITOR

VOLUME

BEEP POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP 1

OFF

Playback

9 Images Multi Playback

It is possible to display 9 images at once.

[Preparation]

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

SELECT

W T

CANCEL

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

During playback, rotate the zoom

lever towards [ ].

• Multi playback (9 frames) starts.

Press 3/4/2/1 to select images.

• To return to the normal indication, rotate

the zoom lever towards [ ]. The image with the file number colored in

yellow is displayed.

10 11 12

13 14

SELECT

CANCEL

Playback

Using the Playback Zoom

During playback it is possible to enlarge pictures. (2 times/4 times/8 times/16 times)

W T

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

During playback, rotate the zoom

lever towards [ ].

• The more the zoom lever rotates

towards [ ], the more the zoom magnification ratio increases.

• The more the zoom lever rotates towards [ ], the more the zoom

magnification ratio decreases.

• Use 3/4/2/1 to change the area to be enlarged.

ª To delete a picture during the

playback zoom

Press the [ ] button. When this message is displayed “DELETE

CANCEL

• 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.

DELETE

THIS PICTURE?”, press 2/1 to select [YES], and press the 4 button. (P65)

[REVIEW/SET]

Playback

Playing Back Motion Images

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press 2/1 to select the file with the

motion image icon [ ] 1.

PLAY MOTION

IMAGE

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Press the 4/[

play back the motion image.

• By pressing 4, motion image playback

will stop.

• The icon 2 is corresponding to the 3/4/2/ 1 button.

[Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding]

During motion image playback, continue pressing 2/1.

1: Fast forward 2: Fast rewind

• When releasing the button, it turns to normal motion image playback.

[To pause]

Press 3 during motion image playback.

•Press 3 again to cancel pause.

To adjust the sound volume

(P61)

REVIEW/SET]

button to

• 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.

• It could happen that a Motion JPEG file recorded by a PC or other equipment cannot be played back with this camera.

• When playing back motion images that have been recorded with other equipment, the quality of images may be deteriorated or images may not be able to be played back.

• When using a high capacity Memory Card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower.

Editing

Deleting Images

1,3,4

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

YES NO

SELECT SET

MULTI/ALL

Editing

Images recorded on the card can be deleted. Once deleted, images cannot be recovered.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

• When an image is protected, it cannot be deleted. Cancel the protect setting. (P70)

[Delete single image]

Press 2/1 to select the image to be

deleted.

Press [ ].

Press 2/1 to select [YES]

Press the 4/[

• The selected image is deleted.

REVIEW/SET

] button.

1,5

2,3,4,6,7

2,3,4

MULTI/ALL DELETE

MULTI DELETE

ALL DELETE

SELECT SET CANCEL

3,4

MULTI DELETE

10 11

SELECT MARK/UNMARK

DELETE

EXIT

MULTI DELETE

DELETE THE PICTURES YOU MARKED?

YES NO

SELECT

SET

ALL DELETE

DELETE ALL PICTURES?

YES

Editing

[Delete multi images]

It is possible to delete up to 50 images all at once.

Press

[]

twice.

[]

Press 3/4 to select [MULTI DELETE]

and then press 1

Press 2/1 to select the images to be

deleted.

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The selected images are displayed with

[ ]. Pressing the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button again, the setting is cancelled.

• The indication [ ] blinks red if the selected image is protected. Cancel the protect setting. (P70)

Press

When this message is displayed

“DELETE THE PICTURES YOU MARKED?“, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The selected multi images are deleted all at once.

[Delete all images]

Once deleted, images cannot be recovered.

Press

Press 3/4 to select [ALL DELETE]

and then press 1

When this message is displayed

“DELETE ALL PICTURES?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[

• Images that are protected (P70) or out of DCF standards (P60) are not deleted.

twice.

[]

REVIEW/SET]

button

SELECT

SET

Editing

Writing the Print Information to the Card (DPOF Setting)

DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format. This feature allows you to designate which images will be printed.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

1,6

2,3,4,5

2,3

PLAY

1/2

SETUP

PROTECT

DPOF PRINT

SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

SINGLE

MULTI

CANCEL

INDEX

DPOF SET THI

[Single

[To cancel]

Set the number of sheets to 0 in step 5 of the [Single copy setting].

copy setting

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [DPOF PRINT] and then press 1

Select [SINGLE] and then press 1

Press 2/1 to select 1 image

Press 3/4 to select the number of sheets.

• The number of sheets can be set from 1 to 999.

Press the [MENU] button twice.

• The menu will disappear.

]

COUNT

SELECT EXIT

DPOF SET THI

COUNT

SELECT EXIT

1,6

2,3,4,5

2,3

PLAY

1/2

SETUP

PROTECT

DPOF PRINT

SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

SINGLE

MULTI

CANCEL

INDEX

DPOF SET MULTI

Editing

[Multi copy setting]

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [DPOF PRINT]

and then press 1

Press 3/4 to select [MULTI] and

then press 1

Press 2/1 to select the image

Press 3/4 to select the number of

sheets

to be printed

• The number of sheets can be set from 1 to 999.

• Copy setting 1 is displayed (white).

Repeat steps 4 and 5, and when

completed press the [MENU] button twice.

• The DPOF setting of multi images is set at once.

• The menu will disappear.

[To cancel]

Set the number of sheets to 0 in step 5 of the [Multi copy setting].

COUNT

SELECT

EXIT

DPOF SET MULTI

COUNT

SELECT EXIT

8 9

• If the file is not based on the DCF standard, the DPOF setting cannot be set. DCF is abbreviation of [Design rule for Camera File system], stipulated by JEITA [Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association].

• When using the DPOF feature, this camera will overwrite any previous DPOF settings made by other products.

• When this message is displayed “MEMORY CARD FULL”, cancel all settings and set DPOF.

1,6

2,3,4,5

1,6

2,3,4,5

2,3

PLAY

1/2

PROTECT

DPOF PRINT

SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB.

RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

CANCEL ALL DPOF

SETTINGS?

YES NO

SELECT

DPOF INDEX

SET INDEX PRINT?

YES NO

SELECT

DPOF INDEX

SET/CANCEL INDEX PRINT?

CANCELSET NO

SETUP

SINGLE MULTI CANCEL INDEX

SET

Editing

[To cancel all settings]

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [DPOF PRINT]

and then press 1

Press 3/4 to select [CANCEL] and

then press 1

When this message is displayed

“CANCEL ALL DPOF SETTINGS?”, press 2/1 to select [YES]

Press the 4/[

• All DPOF settings are cancelled.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

REVIEW/SET]

[Index setting/to cancel]

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [DPOF PRINT]

and then press 1

Press 3/4 to select [INDEX] and

then press 1

When this message is displayed

“SET INDEX PRINT?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

• When the index is already set, the message “SET/CANCEL INDEX PRINT? “ is displayed. Press 2/1 to select [SET], [CANCEL] or [NO].

Press the 4/[

• All images are set/cancelled.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

REVIEW/SET]

button

SELECT

SET

Editing

Protecting Images on the Card

Using this feature, important photos can be protected from accidentally being deleted. This feature cannot protect photos or any data on the Card if the entire card is formatted.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

[Single setting/to cancel]

1,6

2,3,4,5

2,3

PLAY

1/2

SETUP

PROTECT

DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

SINGLE

MULTI CANCEL

4,5

PROTECT THI

SELECT SET

EXIT

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [PROTECT] and

then press 1

Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] and

then press 1

Press 2/1 to select 1 image

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The protect icon 1 appears.

• By pressing the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button again, the protection is cancelled and the icon will disappear.

Press the [MENU] button twice.

• The menu will disappear.

[Multi setting/to cancel, To cancel all settings]

The method is the same as in

“Writing the Print Information to the Card (DPOF Setting)”. (P67~P69)

• When trying to delete a protected file, these messages are displayed “THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED” or “PROTECTED PICTURES REMAIN UNDELETED”. If you want to delete this file, cancel the protect setting first.

• The protect setting is effective only in this camera.

• Sliding the SD Memory Card Write-Protect switch to [LOCK] prevents the picture from deletion even if the protection is not set.

• The audio dubbing feature cannot be used with protected images.

Technical use

Playing Back with Slide Show (Automatic Playback)

All pictures selected in the card can be played back one-by-one automatically.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [SLIDE SHOW]

2,3,4,5,6

2,3

PLAY

1/2

SETUP

PROTECT

DPOF

DPOF PRINT

SLIDE SHOW

AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

ALL

DPOF

SLIDE SHOW

DURATION AUDIO

SELECT SET EXIT

ALL SLIDE SHOW

START SLIDE SHOW

1 SEC.

OFF

and then press 1.

Press 3/4 to select [ALL]/[DPOF]

and then press 1

• [ALL]: for playing back all pictures

•[DPOF]: for playing back the DPOF set pictures

Press 3/4/2/1

• [DURATION]: It can be set among 1, 2, 3 and 5 seconds.

• [AUDIO]: It can be set to [ON] or [OFF]. By setting it to [ON], it is possible to play back the still pictures with audio in slide show.

• [DPOF SET] (Only when setting to [DPOF]): You can select the pictures you want to set to the Slide Show.

• [CANCEL ALL] (Only when setting to [DPOF]): You can cancel the Slide Show setting.

Press 3/4 to select [SLIDE SHOW].

Press 1

• The slide show starts.

• By pressing the [MENU] button, the slide show stops.

for setting below.

STOP

Technical use

• 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).

• When editing with the supplied software [SD Viewer for DSC] recorded on the CD-ROM, you can play back in SD slide show with this camera. (P94)

• Images that are set with DPOF with the supplied software [SD Viewer for DSC] recorded on the CD-ROM cannot be played back in DPOF slide show with this camera. Set DPOF slide show on this camera.

• When using the DPOF feature, this camera will overwrite any previous DPOF settings made by other products.

Technical use

Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing)

It is possible to add a 10-second narration to a recorded picture.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [AUDIO DUB.]

1,6

2,3,4,5

PLAY

1/2

SETUP

PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW

AUDIO DUB.

RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

3,4

AUDIO

DUB.

SELECT

START

EXIT

and then press 1

Press 2/1 to select the picture.

Press the 4/[

start audio recording (1 Microphone)

• When audio has already been recorded, after the audio dubbing the original audio is overwritten.

• When audio has already been recorded, this message is displayed “OVERWRITE AUDIO DATA?”. Press 2/1 to select [YES], and press the 4 [REVIEW/SET] button to start audio recording.

Press the 4/[

stop audio recording

• Even if you do not press the 4 [REVIEW/SET] button, after about 10 seconds the audio recording stops automatically.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• Adding audio will use additional memory. Using this feature will result in fewer images being able to be saved.

• The audio dubbing feature cannot be used with motion images.

• The audio dubbing feature cannot be used with protected images.

REVIEW/SET]

button to

Technical use

600

Resizing Recorded Pictures

It is possible to reduce the recorded picture size. This function is useful if you want to reduce the volume of the picture for the purpose of attaching it to an e-mail or uploading it to a web-site.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

1,8

2,3,4,5,6,7

PLAY

SELECT SET EXIT

SELECT SET

RESIZE EXIT

1/2

PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB.

RESIZE

1600

1280

RESIZE

DELETE ORIGINAL

PICTURE?

YES NO

SETUP

Press 3/4 to select [RESIZE] and

then press 1.

Press 2/1 to select the picture, and

then press 4.

Press 2/1

• : 1280 a 960

• : 640 a 480

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET]

set the size

When this message is displayed

“DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?”, press 2/1 to

Press the 4/[

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• Resizing images will use additional memory if the original image is saved.

• It is not possible to resize pictures in a size lower than/equal to [640 a 480] or with an aspect ratio that is not 4:3.

• It may not be possible to resize the pictures recorded with other equipment.

• It is not possible to resize a motion image/ still picture with audio.

select the size

select

[YES] or [NO]

REVIEW/SET]

button to

button

SELECT

SET

Technical use

Trimming Recorded Pictures

1,9

2,3,5,7,8

PLAY

2/2

SETUP

TRIMMING

FORMAT

SELECT SET EXIT

TRIMMING

SELECT SET

EXIT

4,5,6

TRIMMING

ZOOM

TRIM:SHUTTER

EXIT

TRIMMING

DELETE ORIGINAL

PICTURE?

YES NO

SELECT

SET

It is possible to cut off the unnecessary parts of the picture (trimming), and enlarge the

remaining parts of the picture.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [TRIMMING] and

then press 1.

Press 2/1

then press 4

Rotate the zoom lever towards [ ]

to make subject appear closer, and

towards [ ] to make subject appear further away.

Press 3/4/2/1 to

Press the shutter button to set

When this message is displayed

“DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?”, press 2/1 to select [YES] or [NO].

Press the 4/[

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• Trimming images will use additional memory if the original image is saved.

• It is not possible to resize pictures in a size lower than [640 a 480] or with an aspect ratio that is not 4:3.

• You cannot operate trimming on pictures recorded with other equipment.

• Trimming is not possible for a motion image/ still picture with audio.

select the picture, and

REVIEW/SET]

shift pictures.

button

Technical use

Formatting the Card

Usually, it is not necessary to format the card (initializing). Format the card when this message is displayed “MEMORY CARD ERROR”.

• If the card has been formatted by a PC or other equipment, format the card on the camera again.

[Preparation]

2,3,4

PLAY

2/2

SETUP

TRIMMING

FORMAT

SELECT SET EXIT

FORMAT

DELETE ALL DATA ON THE MEMORY CARD?

YES NO

• Set the mode dial to playback [ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 3/4 to select [FORMAT] and then press 1.

When this message is displayed “DELETE ALL DATA ON THE MEMORY CARD?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[

• The card is formatted.

• After formatting, recorded images and any other data cannot be recovered.

REVIEW/SET]

button

SELECT

• 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

SET

Technical use

Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor or Viewfinder.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]. (P25)

• Press the [DISPLAY] button to select the

display of LCD monitor 1 or Viewfinder 2. (P23)

1,5

3,4

REC

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

FINDER

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

2,3,4

SETUP

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to open the setup menu

Press 3/4 to select [MONITOR]/

[FINDER]

Press 2/1 to adjust the brightness

1/2

Press the [

• The menu will disappear.

• Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder will not lighten or darken the actual photograph.

• Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder to brighten the image may incorrectly display

1/2

the scene making it appear brighter than the actual photo will be. In most cases the default setting will produce the best performance and closest reproduction of the actual scene.

MENU] button.

Technical use

Using the Auto Review

Recording with the auto review set to [1 SEC.]/[3 SEC.], the recorded picture is automatically displayed on the LCD monitor/ Viewfinder for 1 or 3 seconds.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

1/2

Press 1 to open the setup menu

Press 3/4 to select [AUTO REVIEW]

Press 2/1 to select [

[

3 SEC.].

Press the

• The menu will disappear.

[MENU] button.

1SEC.] or

1,5

2,3,4

3,4

REC

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

OFF

BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET 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.

• In simple mode [ ], the auto review setting becomes [ON] (1 second) or [OFF].

SETUP

1 SEC. 3 SEC.

Technical use

Setting up the Operational Sound

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

• In simple mode, skip this step.

Press 3/4 to select [BEEP].

Press 2/1 to adjust the operational

1,5

3,4

MONITOR AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

REC

2,3,4

SETUP

1/2

sound volume.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

• In simple mode [ ], the setting becomes [ON] or [OFF].

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

Technical use

Setting up the Power Save Mode

The Power Save Mode can automatically turn the camera off if it has not been used for a predetermined amount of time.

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to open the setup menu.

Press 3/4 to select [POWER SAVE].

Press 2/1 to choose the setting

1,5

2,3,4

3,4

REC

MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP

POWER SAVE

SELECT SET 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.

• When using the AC adaptor/connecting to a PC/recording a motion image/playing back a motion image/during slide show, the power save mode is not available.

• In simple mode [ ], the power save is fixed to [2 MIN.].

SETUP

2 MIN. 5 MIN.

1/2

10 MIN.

time.

• [2 MIN.]

• [5 MIN.]

•[10MIN.]

• [OFF]: The power is not turned off automatically.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

Technical use

Resetting the File Number

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. Use this function when you insert a new card or perform a new recording on the recorded card and you want to start recording from the file number 0001.

1,6

2,3,4,5

REC

NO.RESET

RESET

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

NO.RESET

RESET FILE NO.

IN THE CAMERA?

YES NO

ENG

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to open the setup menu

2/2

Press 3/4 to select [

then press 1

When this message is displayed

“RESET FILE NO. IN THE

CAMERA?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

NO.RESET

REVIEW/SET]

] and

button.

SELECT

SET

Technical use

Initializing the settings

This feature allows you to easily reset the camera to the factory default settings.

[Preparation]

• Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P25)

Press the [MENU] button.

Press 1 to open the setup menu.

1,8

2,3,4,5,6,7

REC

NO.RESET

RESET

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

RESET

RESET REC SETTINGS?

YES NO

2/2

ENG

Press 3/4 to select [RESET] and

then press 1.

When this message is displayed

“RESET REC SETTINGS?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The message “REC SETTING RESET COMPLETED“ is displayed for about 2 seconds.

When this message is displayed

“RESET SETUP PARAMETERS?”, press 2/1 to select [YES].

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The clock setting is not reset.

Press the [MENU] button.

• The menu will disappear.

SELECT

SET

• In simple mode [ ], this function is unavailable.

RESET

RESET SETUP

PARAMETERS?

YES NO

SET

Technical use

Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor

By connecting the camera to a television via the supplied A/V cable 1, it is possible to view and play back the recorded images.

[Preparation]

• Turn the camera and the television off.

Connect the A/V cable to the A/V OUT

socket of the camera.

Connect the A/V cable to the video in

and the audio in sockets of the TV

• Yellow: to the video in socket

A/V

OUT

USB

• White: to the audio in socket

Turn the television on and select

external input

Turn the camera on and then set the

mode dial to playback [ ]

• The image is displayed on the television.

Viewing images in other countries

ª 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.

• When connecting to a TV, we recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source. (P14)

• Do not use any other cables except the supplied one.

• The A/V cable cannot be connected to the “antenna” connection of your television. Your TV must provide separate audio and video connections for this feature to operate correctly.

• Read the TV operating instructions too.

Technical use

Connecting to a PC

[Preparation]

• If your PC uses Microsoft Windows 98SE, a USB driver must be installed from the CD that is included. If you are using a newer Microsoft operating system such as Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP (Home Edition/Professional), no USB driver needs to be installed. Your PC should recognize the camera automatically.

A/V OUT

USB

98 or

Insert the Memory Card into the camera, and turn the power switch to [ON].

Connect the camera to a PC via the supplied USB connection cable 1.

ACCESS

[Windows] The drive is shown on the [My computer] folder.

• If it is the first time you are connecting the camera to a PC, the required driver is installed automatically so that the camera can be recognized by the Windows Plug and Play, then it is shown on the [My computer] folder.

[Macintosh] The drive is shown on the screen.

• 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

USB DIRECT-PRINT

By connecting the camera to a printer corresponding to USB DIRECT-PRINT via the supplied USB connection cable, it is possible to print directly.

• When connecting to a printer, we recommend using the AC adaptor as the

A/V

OUT

USB

power source. (P14)

• Read the printer operating instructions too.

• Disconnect the USB connection cable and DC cable after printing.

Insert the Memory Card into the camera, and turn the power switch to [ON].

Turn on a printer.

Connect the camera to a printer via the supplied USB

connection

cable 1.

Technical use

USB DIRECT-PRINT (Single Picture)

[Preparation]

• Connect the camera to a printer. (P85)

Only when DPOF is already set,

DIRECT PRINT

SINGLE PICTURE

SELECT

SET

DIRECT PRINT

PLEASE SELE THE PICTURE TO PRINT

SELECT

3,4

DIRECT PRINT

PLS CHECK THE PRINTER START PRINTING ?

COUNT

YES

PRINT SET SELECT SET

DIRECT PRINT

press 2/1 to select [SINGLE PICTURE], and then press the 4/ [REVIEW/SET] button.

• When DPOF is not set, this screen is skipped.

Press 2/1 to select the picture to be

printed, and then press the 4/ [REVIEW/SET] button.

• The message “PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT” is displayed for 2 seconds.

Press 3, and press 2/1 to set the

number of sheets, and then press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

Press 2/1 to select [YES].

• The message “PLS CHECK THE PRINTER. START PRINTING ?” is displayed.

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• Printing starts.

• Press the [MENU] button, and you can stop printing.

NOW PRINTING

REMAIN 8

CANCEL

Technical use

USB DIRECT-PRINT (DPOF)

[Preparation]

• Connect the camera to a printer. (P85)

• Write the print information to the card

DIRECT PRINT

SINGLE PICTURE

SELECT

SET

DIRECT PRINT

PLS CHECK THE PRINTER START PRINTING ?

YES

(DPOF setting). (P67)

Press 2/1 to select [DPOF].

• Press the [MENU] button, and you can change the DPOF setting. (P67)

Press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• The message “PLS CHECK THE PRINTER. START PRINTING ?” is displayed.

Press 2/1 to select [YES], and then

press the 4/[REVIEW/SET] button.

• Printing starts.

SELECT

DIRECT PRINT

NOW PRINTING

REMAIN 8

SET

CANCEL

• Press the [MENU] button, and you can stop printing.

• When the number of total images is more than 255, the number of remaining images will be displayed as “----”.

After Use

OFF≥≥ON

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

Remove the battery

Remove the lens hood.

Remove the lens hood adaptor.

Attach the lens ring.

Attach the lens cap

. (P15)

. (P12)

• If you will not be using the camera for a long time, remove the battery. (When you insert the battery again, set the date/time.)

Others

The Menu Items

Others

REC mode menu

REC

1/3

W.BALANCE

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SPOT MODE

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

2/3

SENSITIVITY

AUDIO REC. CONT.AF

ÁÆ

AF TRIGGER

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

3/3

D.ZOOM

10 11 12

13 14 15 16

COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

STABILIZER

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

MONITOR AUTO REVIEW

BEEP POWER SAVE

SETUP

1600

SETUP

50 100

SETUP

NATURAL

SETUP

1 W.BALANCE (P55) 2 PICT.SIZE (P42) 3 QUALITY (P43) 4 SPOT MODE (P49)

5 SENSITIVITY (P57) 6 AUDIO REC. (P41) 7 CONT.AF (P39) 8 AF TRIGGER (P38)

9 D.ZOOM (P34) 10 COL.EFFECT (P53) 11 PICT.ADJ. (P54) 12 STABILIZER (P37)

1/2

13 MONITOR/FINDER (P77) 14 AUTO REVIEW (P78) 15 BEEP (P79) 16 POWER SAVE (P80)

SELECT SET EXIT

REC

17 18 19 20

NO.RESET

RESET CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

ENG

2/2

17 NO.RESET (P81) 18 RESET (P82) 19 CLOCK SET (P27) 20 LANGUAGE

22 23 24 25 26

27 28

PICT.MODE

ENLARGE

AUTO REVIEW BEEP CLOCK SET

SELECT SET EXIT

PLAY

1/2

PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB.

RESIZE

SELECT SET EXIT

PLAY

2/2

TRIMMING

FORMAT

4"k6"/10k15cm

OFF

SETUP

Others

Simple mode menu

• For items without number, refer to those with the same name in REC mode menu.

21 PICT.MODE (P30)

Playback mode menu

• For items without number, refer to those with the same name in REC mode menu.

22 PROTECT (P70) 23 DPOF PRINT (P67) 24 SLIDE SHOW (P71) 25 AUDIO DUB. (P73) 26 RESIZE (P74)

27 TRIMMING (P75) 28 FORMAT (P76)

SELECT SET EXIT

PLAY

MONITOR

VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE

SELECT SET EXIT

PLAY

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE

VIDEO OUT

SELECT SET EXIT

SETUP

ENG

NTSC

1/2

29 VOLUME (P61)

2/2

30 VIDEO OUT (P83)

Cautions for Use

ª Cautions for Use Keep the digital camera away

from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).

• If you use the digital camera on or near a TV, images and sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use the digital camera near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the images and sounds.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or images may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a microprocessor may adversely affect the digital camera, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.

• If the digital camera is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn the camera off and detach the battery or AC adaptor and then connect the battery or AC adaptor again. Thereafter, turn the camera on.

Do not use the digital camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the digital camera.

• If the digital 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 digital camera for a long period of time.

Others

When you use the digital camera on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the camera.

• Sand or dust may damage the digital camera or card. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the card.)

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.

• The digital camera is not intended for business use.

Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the digital camera.

• The camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.

• Before cleaning the camera, detach the battery or pull out the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.

• Wipe the digital 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.

• For storing or transporting the digital camera, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads to prevent the coating on the camera body from being worn.

After use, be sure to take the card out, and detach the battery or pull out the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.

• If the battery is left on the digital camera for a long time, the voltage drops excessively, and the battery will not function even after it is recharged.

When you use your digital camera on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the digital camera.

• Water may cause the digital camera or card to malfunction. (Irreparable damage may occur)

• If sea water splashes onto the digital camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

ª Condensation

When using the camera outdoors during very cold weather, condensation can form on the camera and lens when you return to a warm place. The camera can be placed in a air tight plastic bag and allowed to warm. The condensation will form on the bag.

When condensation has taken place: Set the power switch to [OFF] and leave the digital camera in this condition for about 1 hour. When the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.

Others

Optimal Use of the 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.

Always keep the terminals of the battery clean.

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the battery body and terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed battery to the digital camera may damage the camera.

Be sure to detach the battery after use.

Be sure to detach the battery from the digital camera. (If it is left attached to the digital camera, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the digital camera power is off.) If the battery is left attached to the digital camera for a long time, discharge takes place. The battery may become unusable even after it is charged.

Dispose of an unusable battery.

• The battery has a limited life.

• Do not throw the battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.

• Batteries that are no longer usable should be discarded in accordance with battery recycling laws. For information you can call the RBRC hotline at 1-800-822-8837.

RBRC

Li-ion

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

ª Cautions for Storage

Before storing the digital camera, take the card out and detach the battery. Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. (Recommended temperature: 59 F to 77 F (15oC to 25oC), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)

Digital camera

• Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the camera.

• Do not leave the camera in places that expose it to high temperature.

Battery

• Do not leave the camera and the battery at the place where the temperature is too high, such as inside the car during the summer.

• 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.

• 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.

• Store the battery in a completely discharged state. To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend charging it once every year and storing it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.

Card

• When the card is being read, do not remove the card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration or impact.

• 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 or the recorded content may be damaged.

Others

• After use, be sure to remove the card from the digital camera.

• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it.

AC adaptor

• If the battery is warm, charging takes a longer time than normal.

• If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 100 cm or more away from radio.

• When the AC adaptor is in use, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal.

• After use, be sure to disconnect the AC cable. (If it is left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.)

• Keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean at all times.

ª LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens

Ring

LCD monitor

• In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the 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.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 114,000 pixels. 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 picture.

Viewfinder

• Do not direct the Viewfinder or lens to the sun. Internal components may be seriously damaged.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder approximately 114,000 pixels. 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 picture.

screen featuring a total of

Lens ring

• If you push the zoom lever toward W during recording with the filter or conversion lens attached to the digital camera, 4 corners of the image may become dark (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 Viewer for DSC] which is in the supplied CD-ROM, when playing back, the message “START SD SLIDE SHOW?” is displayed. Select [YES] and press the

[REVIEW/SET] button to start the SD

slide show. Select [NO] and press the

[REVIEW/SET] button to start normal

playback.

ª Folder Composition

When a Memory Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a PC, the folders shown below will be displayed.

SD Memory Card

• In the 100_PANA folder it is possible to record up to 999 images.

• In the MISC folder it is possible to record the files that have been set with DPOF settings.

DCIM

100_PANA

EXPORT

MISC

Others

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 useless data.

[REMOVE LENS CAP AND PRESS SET BUTTON]

Remove the lens cap and then press the 4

[REVIEW/SET] button.

[THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED]

After cancelling the protect setting, you can delete or overwrite the image.

[THIS PICTURE CAN’T BE DELETED] / [SOME PICTURES CAN’T BE DELETED]

If the image is not based on the DCF standard, it is not possible to delete selected pictures.

[NUMBER OF PRINT IS OVER]

You have exceeded the number of images that can be set at once with multi-delete setting.

[CAN’T BE SET ON THIS PICTURE] / [CAN’T BE SET ON SOME PICTURES]

If the image is not based on the DCF standard, it is not possible to set the DPOF.

[MEMORY CARD ERROR]

Failed access to Memory Card. Insert the card again.

[READ ERROR]

Data reading error. Play it back again.

[WRITE ERROR]

Data writing error. Turn the camera [OFF] and remove the card. Then insert the card and turn the camera back [ON]. Be sure camera is [OFF] before removing or inserting the card to avoid damaging the card.

[PLEASE SET THE CLOCK]

This message is displayed when you use the camera for the first time or you do not use the camera for a long time. Set the clock again.

[MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?]

The format of this card cannot be recognized by the camera. Format the card again with the camera.

[REC MODE DIAL IS NOT IN THE PROPER POSITION]

This message is displayed when you turn on the camera with the mode dial in the wrong position. Rotate the mode dial to the proper position.

Troubleshooting

1: The power does not turn on.

1-1: Are the battery and the AC

adaptor correctly connected? Check the connection.

1-2: Is the battery sufficiently charged?

Use a battery that has been sufficiently charged.

2: As the power is turned on, it

turns off immediately.

2-1: Is the battery charge insufficient to

operate the camera? 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.

3: The image cannot be recorded.

3-1: Is the Memory Card inside? 3-2: Is the mode dial correctly set ?

Check it.

3-3: There is no memory capacity left

on the card. Before recording, delete some images.

4: The image is not displayed on

the LCD monitor.

4: Is the the image displayed on the

Viewfinder? Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to LCD monitor display.

5: The LCD monitor/Viewfinder is

too bright or dark.

5: Adjust the brightness of the LCD

monitor/Viewfinder.

Others

7: The display or images on the

LCD monitor/Viewfinder are not focused.

7: Set the mode dial to the mode

corresponding to the distance to the subject.

8: The image will not play back.

8-1: Is the Memory Card inside? 8-2: There is no image in the Memory

Card.

8-3: The mode dial is not set to

playback [ ].

9: The image is not displayed on

the television.

9-1: Is the camera correctly connected

with the TV? Check it.

9-2: Set the TV to video input mode.

10: When connecting to a PC,

images cannot be transferred.

10-1: Check that the camera is correctly

connected to the PC.

10-2: Is the camera correctly recognized

by the PC?

11: The clock setting is reset.

11-1: If you do not use the camera for a

long time, the clock setting may be reset. When the message [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] appears, set the clock again.

11-2: When you take a picture before

setting the clock, [0:00 0. 0. 0] is recorded.

6: Flash does not fire.

6: Is the flash closed? Press the

[ OPEN] button to open the flash.

Others

Specifications

Digital Camera Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 2.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor)

Camera Effective pixels 2.0 Million Pixels Image sensor 1/3.2q CCD, total pixel number 2.1 Million

Lens Optical 12 a zoom, f=4.6-55.2 mm (35 mm film

Digital zoom Single: 3 a, Burst: 2 a Focus TTL Auto/Macro

Focus range Normal recording: 0.98 feet (30 cm) (Wide)/

Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter Burst recording 4 frames/second, Max 7 frames (standard)/

Motion image recording 320 a 240 (10 frames/second with audio) ISO sensitivity AUTO/50/100/200/400 Shutter speed 8 - 1/2,000

White balance AUTO/Daylight/Cloudy/Halogen/White set Exposure (AE) AUTO

Metering mode Multi/Spot (Spot mode) LCD monitor 1.5q low-temperature polycrystalline TFT LCD

Viewfinder Color electrical Viewfinder (with dioptor adjustment)

Flash Built-in pop up flash

Microphone Monaural Speaker Monaural Recording media SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard Recording size 1600 a 1200, 1280 a 960, 640 a 480 (Still picture)

Quality Fine/Standard

2.4 W (When recording with Viewfinder)

2.4 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor)

2.2 W (When playing back with Viewfinder)

Primary color filter

camera equivalent: 35-420 mm)/F2.8

Spot AF (Spot mode)

3.94 feet (120 cm) (Tele)- ¶ , Macro/Simple: 0.16 feet (5 cm) (Wide)/

3.94 feet (120 cm) (Tele)- ¶

4 frames (fine) (Performance is only with SD Memory Card. MultiMediaCard performance will be less.)

Motion image mode: 1/30 - 1/2,000

Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 - i2 EV)

(114,000 pixels)

(j4-i4 dioptor)

Flash range: (ISO100) Approx. 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 6.89 feet (2.1 m) (Wide)/ Approx. 3.94 feet (120 cm) - 6.89 feet (2.1 m) (Tele) AUTO, AUTO/Red-eye reduction, Forced ON, Slow sync./Red-eye reduction, Forced OFF

320 a 240 (Motion image)

Others

Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on

Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

Still picture with audio JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on

Exif 2.2 standard) i 640 a 480 QuickTime Motion JPEG (still picture with audio)

Motion image

QuickTime Motion JPEG (motion image with audio) Interface Digital USB Analog video/audio NTSC/PAL Composite/Audio line output (monaural) Terminal USB 5 pin Mini USB

2.5 mm jack

Analog video/audio

DC IN EIAJ type 3 jack

q a 2

q a 3

Dimensions (W a H a D) 4

1/2

3/4

q/114 a 70.3 a 83.3 mm

1/4

(excluding the projection part) Weight Approx. 11.2 oz/318 g (excluding Memory Card and

battery)

Approx. 12.3 oz/350 g (with Memory Card and

battery) Operating Temperature 32 F – 104 F (0oC – 40oC) Operating Humidity 10% – 80%

Battery Charger/AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-928A)

Information for your safety

Input 110 - 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.29 A Output DIGITAL CAMERA 8.4 V 1.2 A

CHARGE 8.4 V 0.65 A

Battery Pack (lithium-ion (Panasonic CGA-S002A)

)

Information for your safety

Voltage/capacity 7.2 V, 680 mAh

Others

Digital Camera Accessory System

Accessory#

CGA-S002A Lithium Ion Battery

DMW-LND55

DMW-LMC55

RP-SDH512 RP-SDH256 RP-SD128BJ RP-SD064B

RP-SD032B RP-SD016B RP-SD008B

BN-SDCAPU/1B

BN-SDABPU/1B

Figure

Description

ND Filter

MC Protector

512 MB SD Memory Card 256 MB SD Memory Card 128 MB SD Memory Card 64 MB SD Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card 16 MB SD Memory Card 8 MB SD Memory Card

SD USB Reader/Writer (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

SD PC Card Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

*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.

Others

Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers)

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Digital Camera Model #

2. Items Ordered

Your State & Local Sales Tax

3. Method of payment (check one)

Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)

VISA

MasterCard

Discover

(Please do not send cash)

4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)

Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms.

First Last

Street Address

City State Zip

TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF

CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

Credit Card #

Expiration Date

Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

THE FOLLOWING:

QuantityAccessory # Price Each Description

Shipping & Handling

Total Enclosed

Total Price

Subtotal

Phone#:

Day ( )

Night ( )

6.95

In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information on Accessories.

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Panasonic DMC-FZ1PP, DMC-FZ1 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety

Information for Your Safety

Preparation

Standard Accessories

Names of the Components

LCD Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display

Quick Guide

Charging the Battery

Inserting the Battery

Connecting to an Electrical Outlet

Inserting the Card

Turning Power on/off

Adjusting the Viewfinder (Diopter Adjustment)

Attaching the Lens Hood

Attaching the Strap

Attaching the Lens Cap

Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

The Shutter Button (Pressing halfway/Pressing fully)

The Mode Dial

Operating the Menu

Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set)

Recording images (basic)

Taking Pictures

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode

Checking the Captured Picture (Review)

Recording Motion Images

Using the Optical Zoom

Using the Digital Zoom

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

Using the Optical Image Stabilizer

Using the AF Trigger

Using the Continuous AF

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

Taking Pictures with Audio

Changing the Picture Size

Changing the Quality (Data Compression Ratio)

Taking Pictures using Macro Mode

Taking Pictures using Portrait Mode

Taking Pictures using Sports Mode

Taking Pictures using Panning Mode

Taking Pictures using Night Portrait Mode

Taking Pictures using Spot Mode

Compensating the Exposure

Taking Pictures using Auto Exposure (AE) Bracket

Using the AF/AE Lock

Using the Color Effect

Picture Adjustment (Natural/Standard/Vivid)

Setting the White Balance

Setting ISO Sensitivity

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

Using the MC Protector/ND Filter

Playback

Playing Back Still Pictures

Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio

9 Images Multi Playback

Using the Playback Zoom

Playing Back Motion Images

Editing

Deleting Images

Writing the Print Information to the Card (DPOF Setting)

Protecting Images on the Card

Technical use

Playing Back with Slide Show (Automatic Playback)

Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing)

Resizing Recorded Pictures

Trimming Recorded Pictures

Formatting the Card

Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Brightness

Using the Auto Review

Setting up the Operational Sound

Setting up the Power Save Mode

Resetting the File Number

Initializing the settings

Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor

Connecting to a PC

USB DIRECT-PRINT