Panasonic DMC-TZ30 Basic Operation Guide

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-TZ30

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

More detailed instructions on the operation of this
camera are contained in “Operating Instructions
for advanced features (PDF format)” in the
supplied disc. Install it on your PC to read it.

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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. 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.

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.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this

unit.

• Use only the recommended accessories.

• Do not remove covers.

• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.

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Product identification marking

Product Location

Digital camera Bottom

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About the battery pack

CAUTION

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only

with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or

dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 °C or incinerate.

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About the AC adaptor (supplied)

CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in

another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

• The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The

primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an
electrical outlet.

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Cautions for Use

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

• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable
(RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m)

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual
smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer
Care Centre on 132600.

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.

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

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor (supplied). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn
this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.

For information about the software used for this product, press [MENU/SET] and
select [Setup] to display [Version Disp.] before pressing [MENU/SET] again.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal
and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with
the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded
by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is
granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety .......2

Before use ...................................6

Standard accessories ................7

Names and Functions of

Main Parts ...................................8

Touch operations ........................9

Inserting and removing the

card (optional)/the battery .......10

Charging the battery ................11

Setting the clock .......................12

Setting the menu ......................14

Taking pictures .........................15

Taking motion pictures ............16

Viewing your pictures

[Normal Play] ............................18

Deleting pictures ......................18

GPS and map functions ...........19

Reading the Operating

Instructions (PDF format) ........22

Installing supplied software ....23

Specifications ...........................24

Before use

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Camera handling

Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.

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The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.

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Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or
where water can come into contact with the camera.

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Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up)

Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden

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changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which
may make the lens or LCD monitor dirty, cause mould, or damage the
camera.
If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two

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hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding
temperature, fogginess will clear naturally.

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Standard accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part
numbers are as of January 2012.

Battery pack

DMW-BCG10E

• Charge the battery
before use.

Battery pack is indicated as
battery pack or battery in the
text.

AC adaptor

VSK0776

Hand strap

VFC4297

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are
indicated as card in the text.

• Memory cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the
built-in memory when you are not using a card.

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the
supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)

• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.

• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual
product.

USB connection
cable

K1HY08YY0025

DVD

VFF0978

• Software:
Use it to install the
software on your
PC.

• Map data

• Operating
Instructions for
advanced features

DVD is indicated as disc in the
text.

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Names and Functions of Main Parts

Camera ON/OFF switch
Shutter button
Mode dial
Flash
Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
Lens barrel
Lens

Zoom lever

GPS status indicator

[EXPOSURE] button

[MAP] button
LCD monitor
Cursor buttons
[DISP.] button
[Q.MENU]/[

button

We recommend using the
supplied hand strap to
avoid dropping the camera.

/ ] (Delete/Cancel)

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Built-in GPS antenna

Microphone
Speaker
Motion picture button
REC/PLAY switch
[HDMI] socket
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]

socket
[MENU/SET] button
Charging lamp

Tripod receptacle

• Ensure that the tripod is stable.

Card/Battery door
Release lever

Touch operations

This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen.

Touch

To “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull
the finger back again.

Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other
actions.

• Touch an icon near its centre. If multiple icons are
touched simultaneously, the camera may not operate
normally.

Drag

To “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the
touch screen surface.

Dragging (sliding your finger across the screen) is used
to scroll the pictures or change the range of the pictures
displayed.

If the type of sheet to protect LCD screens that are available on the

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market is to be used, observe the precautions that are contained with
the sheet. (Some types of protective sheets may impair the screen’s
visual recognition and ease of operation.)
If the camera is used with a protective sheet available on the market

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attached to its screen or if the screen is not very responsive, touch the
screen with a little more pressure.
If your hand is pressed against the touch screen when holding the

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camera, the touch screen will not work properly.
Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as

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ballpoint pens.
Do not press the touch screen with your fingernails.

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Clean the LCD monitor with a soft dry cloth if there are fingerprints or

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other kinds of dirt on it.

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