Panasonic DMCZS3A, DMCZS1S, DMCZS1K, DMCZS3K, DMCZS3S User Manual

Basic

Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-TZ7/DMC-ZS3

DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link,

AVCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to DMC-TZ7/DMC-ZS3 only.

Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).

You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting.

VQT1Z96-1

M0209KZ1039

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, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

• HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

• HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

• SDHC Logo is a trademark.

• Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

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

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not heat or expose to flame. Do not leave the battery in an automobile

• 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.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC cable (figures A and B). Confirm the AC cable fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC cable.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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About the battery charger

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

Do not use any other USB connection

cables except the supplied one.

Do not use any other AV cables except

the supplied one.

Do not use any other cables except a

genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15/RP-CDHM30; optional). (DMC-TZ7GC/DMC-TZ7GJ/DMC-ZS3GH)

Ensure that the AC adaptor and Multi

Conversion Adaptor are purchased as a set. The camera is not available if you use only either of them.

Some accessories cannot be available in

some countries or area.

When in use

Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault.

To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location.

(Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer)

Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such

as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

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

• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and 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 the camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.

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

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

This manual provides operating instructions for the DMC-TZ7/DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS3/DMC-ZS1. The appearance, specifications, and screen display vary depending on the model that is used. The descriptions in this manual are primarily based on the DMC-TZ7/DMC-ZS3. Details about functions specific to each model are indicated by symbols added to headings or at the end of descriptions, etc.

(Example) Functions available in the DMC-TZ7/DMC-ZS3 only: Functions available in the DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1 only:

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Contents Before use

Before use

Before use ..............................................7

Read first .......................................................7

To prevent damage and faults ....................... 7

Standard Accessories ........................... 8

Names of parts....................................... 9

Cursor button ................................................9

Preparations

Charging battery .................................. 10

Inserting battery and card ..................12

Picture save destination

(cards and built-in memory) ........................13

Remaining battery and memory capacity ....13

Setting the clock .................................. 14

Using menus ........................................ 15

Menu type ...................................................16

Basics

Basic shooting operation ........ 17

Holding the camera/

Direction detection function .........................18

Mode dial .....................................................18

Basic shooting operation ........ 19

Holding the camera/

Direction detection function .........................20

Mode dial .....................................................20

Taking picture with automatic

settings ............................................. 21

Face Detection and Face Recognition ........ 23

AF TRACKING ............................................ 23

Taking pictures with your own

settings ............................................. 24

Align focus for desired composition ............25

Taking pictures/

motion pictures with zoom ................. 26

Taking pictures with flash ...................27

Taking images with self-timer ............ 28

Viewing your pictures

(NORMAL PLAY) .................................. 29

Deleting pictures .................................30

To delete multiple (up to 50) or all pictures

...30

Others

Reading the Operating Instructions

(PDF format) ......................................... 31

Specifications ...................................... 32

Read first To prevent damage and faults

Do a test shot first!

Check first to see if you can take pictures

and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with audio) successfully.

We will not compensate for failed/

lost recording or for direct/indirect damage.

Panasonic will not provide compensation

even if damage is caused by faults with camera or card.

Certain pictures cannot be played

back

• Pictures edited on a computer

• Pictures taken or edited on a different camera

(Pictures taken or edited on this camera

may also not be able to be played back on other cameras)

Software on the CD-ROM supplied

The following actions are prohibited:

• Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent

• Copying onto networks

LCD monitor characteristics

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on the built-in memory or a card.

Unit temperature

The camera may become warm during use. (Especially grip area, etc.) This does not cause a problem with the performance or quality of the camera.

Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure

• Avoid exposing the camera to strong vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or hitting the camera, or sitting down with the camera in your pocket.

(Attach hand strap to avoid dropping camera. Hanging any items other than the supplied hand strap from the camera can apply pressure against it.)

Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor.

•

Do not get the camera wet or insert

foreign objects This camera is not waterproof.

•

Do not expose the camera to water, rain, or seawater.

(If camera gets wet, wipe with a soft,

dry cloth. Wring cloth thoroughly first if wet with seawater, etc.)

• Avoid exposing lens and socket to dust or sand, and do not allow liquids to leak into gaps around buttons.

Avoid condensation caused by

sudden changes in temperature and humidity

• When moving between places of different temperature or humidity, place camera into a plastic bag and allow to adjust to conditions before use.

• If the lens clouds up, switch off the power and leave for about two hours to allow camera to adjust to conditions.

• If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with

a soft, dry cloth.

Grip area

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Before use

Cursor button

Hand strap eyelet

(Continued)

To prevent damage and faults

Lens

• If lens is dirty: Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

• Do not leave in direct sunlight.

Camera ON/OFF switch

Do not touch the lens barrier, as this may damage lens. Be careful when removing camera from bag, etc.

When using tripod

• Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.)

• Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Read the tripod’s instruction manual.)

When transporting

Switch off power. We recommend using a genuine leather

case (DMW-CT3, optional).

Standard Accessories

Part numbers are as of February 2009

Battery Pack

DMW-BCG10E

Charge the battery before use. (referred to in this manual as ‘battery’)

Battery Charger

DE-A66B

(DMC-TZ7(GC/GJ), DMC-TZ6GC, DMC-ZS3GH, DMC-ZS1GH)

DE-A66E (DMC-TZ7SG)

(referred to in this manual as ‘charger’)

Battery Carrying Case

VGQ0E45

AC Cable

K2CT3CA00004

(DMC-TZ7GC, DMC-TZ6GC, DMC-ZS3GH, DMC-ZS1GH) (Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia)

K2CQ2CA00006

(DMC-TZ7GC, DMC-TZ6GC)

K2CP2YY00001

(DMC-TZ7GJ)

K2CA2CA00019

(DMC-TZ7SG)

Hand Strap

VFC4297

USB Connection Cable

K1HA14AD0001

AV Cable

K1HA14CD0001

CD-ROM

VFF0471

(DMC-TZ7(GC/GJ), DMC-TZ6GC, DMC-ZS3GH, DMC-ZS1GH)

VFF0470 (DMC-TZ7SG)

CD-ROM Software

•

Install software on your computer to use it.

Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

Cards are optional. You can record or play

back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P.13) Consult the dealer or your nearest servicentre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)

Operating Instructions

Names of parts

Mode dial

( P.18, P.20)

Shutter button

( P.17, P.19)

Camera ON/OFF switch (P.14)

Flash (P.27)

Self-timer indicator (P.28)/ AF assist lamp

Zoom lever (P.26)

STEREO MIC

Lens barrel

(P.8)

Lens

Speaker

LCD monitor

Status indicator

(P.12, 21)

REC/PLAY switch

( P.17, 29, P.19, 29)

DISPLAY button

Q.MENU/ delete button

MENU/SET

(menu display/set/finish) (P.15)

Left cursor button (◄)

• Self-timer (P.28)

Down cursor button (▼)

• Macro mode

• AF Lock (AF tracking) (P.23)

In this manual, the button that is used is shaded or indicated by▲▼◄►.

The appearance, specifications, and screen display vary depending on the model that is used. The

descriptions in this manual are primarily based on the DMC-TZ7/DMC-ZS3.

DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1 has only one microphone (Monaural).

This is not available in the DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1.

The size in the DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1 is different.

(P.30)

Motion picture button

• Do not use any other adaptors except a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor (DMW-MCA1; optional).

DMC-TZ6/DMC-ZS1 does not have this button.

Release lever (P.12)

Tripod receptacle

Card/Battery door (P.12)

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

HDMI socket

AV/DIGITAL/MULTI socket

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G; optional).

(P.17)

Up cursor button (▲)

• Exposure compensation

• Auto bracket

• Multi aspect

• White balance fine adjustment

Right cursor button (►)

• Flash (P.27)

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Charging battery

Always charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged)

About batteries that you can use with this unit (as of February 2009)

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCG10E.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

•

This camera has a function identifying batteries that can be used, and this function is

compatible with the dedicated battery (DMW-BCG10E). (Batteries not compatible with this function cannot be used.)

Charger (model-specific)

Battery (model-specific)

Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger

Ensure ‘LUMIX’ faces outwards.

Connect the charger to the electrical outlet

The AC

mains lead

Charging light (CHARGE)

On:

Charging in progress, approx. 130 min. (Max.)

Off: Charging complete If light is flashing:

• Charging may take longer than normal if

battery temperature is too high or too low (charging may not be completed).

• Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean with

a dry cloth.

does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal.

A gap will remain as shown

right.

Detach the battery after charging is complete

Disconnect charger and

battery when charging is complete.

The battery life

Figures may be reduced if intervals between recordings are longer; if flash, zoom, or LCD MODE are used frequently; or in colder climates (depends on actual usage).

Number of recordable pictures

Recording time

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].

• Temperature 23 °C, humidity 50 %

• LCD monitor ON (The number of recordable pictures decreases in AUTO POWER LCD, POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE

• Using Panasonic SD memory card (32 MB)

• Using the supplied battery

• NORMAL PICTURE mode

Number reduced if intervals longer – e.g. to approx. one quarter (75 pictures / 80 pictures ) for 2-minute intervals under the above conditions.

Playback time Approx. 300 min

The number of recordable pictures or available recording time may vary slightly according to battery and usage conditions.

Recording time capacity (motion pictures)

• Continuous recording with ‘REC MODE’ set to ‘AVCHD Lite’ and ‘REC QUALITY’ to ‘SH’ Available recording time varies according to usage conditions and intervals between recording.

Available recording time will be reduced when the camera is switched ‘ON’/‘OFF’, recording is

stopped/started, or zoom operations are used frequently.

Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C - 35 °C). Frequently charging up battery is not recommended.

(Frequently charging battery reduces maximum usage time and can cause battery to expand.) Do not disassemble or modify the charger. If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please purchase a new battery. The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.

The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet. When charging

• Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with dry cloth.

• Keep at least 1 m away from AM radio (may cause radio interference).

• Noises may be emitted from inside of charger, but this is not a fault.

•

Always remove from mains socket after charging (up to 0.1 W consumed if left in place).

Store battery in battery carrying case after use. Do not use if damaged or dented (especially connectors), e.g. by dropping (can

cause faults).

Approx. 300 pictures Approx. 320 pictures

Approx. 150 min Approx. 160 min

mode)

• First picture taken 30 sec. after power turned on (STABILIZER ‘AUTO’)

• 1 picture taken per 30 sec.

• Full flash used for every other picture

• Zoom operation for each picture (max. W → max. T, or max. T → max. W)

• Power turned off after each 10 pictures, battery allowed to cool

By CIPA standard in normal picture mode

Approx. 90 min

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