Panasonic DMC-TZ2, DMC-TZ3 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-TZ2

DMC-TZ3

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. Product illustrations and screens may vary.

For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or

send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com

PCP

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source.

Model No. Serial No.

Information for Your Safety

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.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate.

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.

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.

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note: (U.S. only)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued

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

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-TZ2

DMC-TZ3 Responsible party: Panasonic

Corporation of North 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.

DMC-TZ2

DMC-TZ3

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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

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-If you see this symbolInformation 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.

About the battery pack

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

• Use the specified unit to recharge the

battery pack.

• Do not use the battery pack with

equipment other than the specified unit.

• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other

foreign matter on the terminals.

• Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and

−) with metal objects.

• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or

throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

About the battery charger

CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILTIN 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 CURT AINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

Battery charger

This battery charger operates on AC between 110V and 240 V. But

• In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only.

• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.

Note

Example screens displayed in this manual are for DMC-TZ3 model.

DMC-TZ2:

1ST DAY

10:00 MAR.15.2007

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Quick start guide

The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use.

When you do not use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.26).

Camera ON/OFF Switch

Charge the battery

Insert the battery and the card

Set the mode dial to

Press the shutter button and take pictures

To play back the pictures

1. Set the mode dial to .

2. Select the picture you want to view.

Previous Next

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Record, view , save those preci

Record

(P.24)

SD memory card (Sold separately)

Zoomed-in pictures

Close-up pictures of people in distance

[10x optical zoom] (P.27)

Clear pictures

Prevents blurring from shaky hands

[Optical Image Stabilizer] (P.39)

Beautiful pictures

Dark places, moving subjects

[Intelligent ISO] (P.46)

Motion pictures

Capture moving scenes [Motion Picture Mode] (P.47) Create photos (still pictures) from your favorite motion pictures (P.63)

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Holiday pictures

Useful features for travel – ‘TRAVEL DATE’ (P.48)

‘WORLD TIME’ (P.49) ‘CLIPBOARD’ (P.58)

us moments.

Cards may be inserted directly

into devices with SD memory card slots.

Alternatively, connect with AV cable (supplied)

Alternatively, connect with USB connection cable (supplied)

On TV screen

With your printer

Connect directly to easily print pictures at home (P.76) Use a PictBridge-compatible printer.

At digital photo center

Give card to shop assistant to print pictures. (P.68)

View

(Playback) on

large screen

(P.79)

at home, or at

a digital photo center

(P.68, 76)

Alternatively, connect with USB connection cable (supplied)

Alternatively, connect with AV cable (supplied)

Save and enjoy your pictures!

On computer

Send by e-mail, save to hard disk. Print out pictures.

With DVD recorder

Save to DVD or hard disk

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Contents

Before use Preparations Basics

Applications (Record)

Applications (View pictures)

10 14 24

Before use .......................................... 10

Read first (10) To prevent damage and faults (10)

Charging battery ............................... 14

Inserting battery and card ............... 15

Taking pictures ................................. 24

Adjusting the focus (25) Problems with adjusting focus (25) Checking remaining battery and memory capacity (25) Picture save destination (26)

Changing recording information

display ............................................... 33

Making LCD monitor easier to see .. 34

Taking pictures with self-timer ........ 35

Taking pictures with flash ................ 36

Taking pictures with exposure

compensation ................................... 38

Optical image stabilizer ................... 39

Taking pictures according to the

scene ................................................. 40

Scene types (41)

Avoiding subject blurring

(Intelligent ISO) ................................. 46

Taking close-up pictures

(MACRO mode) ................................. 46

Viewing as list (Multi playback/

Calendar playback) ........................... 61

Viewing motion pictures/

pictures with audio ........................... 62

Creating still pictures from motion

pictures (DMC-TZ3 only) .................. 63

Connecting with other devices

Others

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74 80

Using with computer ........................ 74

Folder and file names on computer (75)

List of LCD monitor displays ........... 80

Message displays ............................. 82

Q&A Troubleshooting ........................ 84

Usage cautions and notes ............... 90

Recording picture/time capacity ..... 92

Standard Accessories ....................... 11 Names of parts ................................... 12

Mode dial (13)

Setting the clock and language ....... 16

Know the different menus ............... 17

Taking pictures with zoom ............... 27

Taking pictures with SIMPLE MODE 28

Backlight compensation (28) ‘SIMPLE MODE’ menu (29)

Taking motion pictures .................... 47

Useful features for travel ................. 48

Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD TIME) (49)

Using REC menu .............................. 50

W.BALANCE (50) SENSITIVITY (51) ASPECT RATIO (51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54)

Using PLAY menu ............................. 64

DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68)

Using menus ..................................... 18

Using SETUP menu .......................... 20

Viewing your pictures instantly

(REVIEW) ........................................... 30

Viewing your pictures (Play) ........... 31

Deleting pictures .............................. 32

BURST (54)

CONT.AF (55)

AF ASSIST LAMP (56)

SLOW SHUTTER (56)

D.ZOOM (56)

COL. MODE (57)

CLOCK SET (57)

Quick setting (57)

Taking/viewing clipboard pictures

(CLIPBOARD) .................................... 58

Taking clipboard pictures (58)

Viewing clipboard pictures (59)

CLIPBOARD menu (60)

PROTECT (69)

AUDIO DUB. (70)

RESIZE (70)

TRIMMING (71)

ASPECT CONV. (72)

COPY (73)

FORMAT (73)

Printing .............................................. 76 V iewing on TV screen ....................... 79

Specifications ................................... 94

Optional accessories ....................... 96

Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) ....................... 97

Limited Warranty (For USA Only) .... 99

Customer Services Directory

(For USA Only) ................................ 101

Index ................................................ 104

Request for Service Notice

(For USA Only) .................................. 98

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Before use

Read first

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.

To prevent damage and faults

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. Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor.

Do not get the camera wet or insert

foreign objects

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.

When transporting

Switch off power. We recommend using a genuine leather

case (DMW-CT3, sold separately).

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LCD monitor

Standard Accessories

Part numbers are as of January 2007

Camera ON/OFF switch

Lens barrier

Do not touch the lens barrier, as this may

damage your camera.

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.

Lens (P.12)

Do not leave in direct sunlight.

Optional accessories (P.96)

Cards are optional. You can record

or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P.26)

If any accessories are lost, customers

in the USA should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-

8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

Battery Pack

CGA-S007A

(P.14)

(referred to in this manual as ‘battery’)

Battery Charger

DE-A45B

(P.14)

(referred to in this manual as ‘charger’)

Battery Carrying

Case

VYQ3680

(P.91)

Strap

VFC4090

(P.12)

USB Connection

Cable

K1HA08CD0007

(P.74, 76)

AV Cable

K1HA08CD0008

(P.79)

CD-ROM

The following software on the CD-ROM is referred to in this manual as ‘supplied software’.

LUMIX Simple Viewer PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer-

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Names of parts

Strap eyelet

Camera ON/OFF switch

(P.18)

Optical image stabilizer button (P.39)

Shutter button (P.24) Zoom lever (P.27) Flash (P.36) Lens barrel

Lens (P.11)

Speaker (P.22) Microphone

(P.47, 53, 70)

LCD monitor

● Checking remaining battery/

memory capacity, etc (P.25)

● Changing display (P.33)

● Display contents list (P.80)

Release lever (P.15)

Card/Battery door (P.15)

Tripod receptacle

Self-timer indicator (P.35)/AF assist lamp

(P.56)

Strap

(supplied)

Status indicator (P.15, 24) DISPLAY/LCD MODE

button (P.33, 34) FUNC (Quick setting P.57)/

delete (P.32) button

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DIGITAL/AV OUT socket

(P.74, 76, 79)

DC IN socket (P.74, 76)

Always use a genuine Panasonic AC

adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional).

Mode dial

Align to correct mode

NORMAL PICTURE

(Displayed on screen when mode changed)

NORMAL PICTURE mode

Take pictures (P.24).

INTELLIGENT ISO mode

Take pictures according to motion and brightness of subject (P.46).

PLAYBACK mode

View/edit pictures previously taken (P.31, 61)

SIMPLE MODE

For beginners (P.28).

Up/down/left/right

selection

Up▲

right►◄left

down▼

In this manual, direction buttons to be pressed will be shown in white, or with ▲▼◄►.

Self-timer (P.35)

View previously taken picture immediately

(Review) (P.30)

SCENE mode

Take pictures according to scene (P.40).

CLIPBOARD mode

Take/view pictures as memos (P.58).

PRINT mode

Print (P.76).

MOTION PICTURE mode

Take motion pictures (P.47).

MACRO mode

Take close-up pictures (P.46).

● Exposure

compensation (P.38)

● Auto bracket (P.38)

● White balance fine

adjustment (P.50)

● Backlight

compensation (P.28)

● Flash (P.36)

● MENU/SET

(menu display/set) (P.18)

DMC-TZ3 only

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Preparations

Charging battery

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

Battery (model-specific)

Charger (model-specific)

Indoor electrical outlet (charge at room temperature of 1035°C (50°F-95°F))

Fold out pins and plug into electrical outlet.

Disconnect charger and

battery when charging is

Connect to charger.

(Ensure ‘LUMIX’ faces outwards.)

complete.

plug

Charging light (CHARGE)

On: Charging in progress (approx. 120 min.) Off: Charging complete

If light is flashing…

● Battery temperature is too high/too low → Battery may still be charged, but it will take longer as it must adjust to the room temperature.

● Battery/charger connector is dirty → clean with dry cloth.

Approximate battery life

Number of pictures: 270 [300 1 Values based on CIPA standards. (P.91) (Number reduced if intervals longer – 67 [75 Playback time: Approx. 260 [280 Above figures may be reduced if intervals between recording are longer; if flash, zoom,

or POWER LCD are used frequently; or in colder climates (depends on actual usage).

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] (at 30-sec intervals) 1 (equivalent to approx. 135 [150

] mins

] pictures if 2-minute intervals)

] mins)

Note

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. Battery can be topped up even if not fully depleted. Do not disassemble or modify the charger. Please purchase a new battery if battery life becomes significantly reduced.

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Preparations

Inserting battery and card

Battery (check orientation)

Card (check orientation)

Do not touch connector

Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the ‘OPEN’ position and open the lid Completely insert battery and card

(both click into place)

Close lid

Slide to the ‘LOCK’ position.

OPEN

LOCK

To remove

To remove battery,

move lever in direction of arrow.

To remove card,

Status indicator

Compatible memory cards (sold separately)

The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand

recommended)

● SD memory cards, 8MB-2GB

● SDHC memory cards (4GB) → (P.96) (4GB (or greater) cards without the SDHC logo are not of SD standard.) → For recording picture/time capacity, see (P.92) → For model numbers and types,

see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.)

MultiMediaCards (still images only)

press down in center.

Caution

Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Do not remove card or battery while power is ‘ON’ or while status indicator is on

(Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged).

The reading/writing speed of a MultiMediaCard is slower than an SD memory card. When a

MultiMediaCard is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than advertised.

Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

lever

SDHC logo

SDHC memory card

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Preparations

Setting the clock and language

Set mode dial (P.13) to NORMAL PICTURE mode ‘PLEASE SET THE CLOCK’ will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time.

before turning on power.

While this message is displayed

Press

Adjust year, month, date, time

CLOCK SET

Select to change date format

Power

Note

Failure to set the clock will mean correct date will not be printed (P.76) when printing pictures in digital photo center or when using DATE STAMP (P.66). Time is displayed in 24-hour format. Year can be set between 2000 and 2099. Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in camera for the 24 hours beforehand.

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Select

Adjust

Set

Press

Turn on power again and check time

display.

To change time setting

Select ‘CLOCK SET’ from SETUP

menu (P.18), perform and above, and press .

To set local time at overseas

destination

‘WORLD TIME’ (P.49)

To set language

Select LANGUAGE (P.22) from SETUP

menu (P.20), and set to language displayed on the monitor.

Example of SETUP menu setting

(P.18)

:..

JAN

1000

2007

DMY

CANCEL

EXITSELECT SET

Preparations

Know the different menus

to get more out of your camera

This camera contains a range of menus to enable you to set your photography and playback preferences, and to make the camera easier and more fun to use. The ‘SETUP’ menu in particular contains important functions, such as for time and power source. Please check these settings before use.

Making the camera more convenient to use (SETUP menu) (P.20)

Make settings for ease of use such as adjusting the clock

EXIT

± 0

OFF

and changing the beep sounds.

Applicable modes (P.13):

SETUP

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE

SELECT

Changing photography preferences (REC menu) (P.50)

Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SELECT EXIT

AWB AUTO

ratio, and picture size.

Applicable modes (P.13):

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

Using your pictures (PLAY menu) (P.64)

Make settings for using the pictures you have taken,

PLAY

DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE ROTATE DISP. ROTATE

SELECT EXIT

including rotating, protecting, trimming, and handy settings for printing your pictures (DPOF).

OFF

Applicable modes (P.13):

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

The following menus are also included:

To make photography settings to fit certain scenes, e.g. night

→ SCENE menu (P.40)

To easily change settings such as picture quality, for beginners

→ SIMPLE MODE menu (P.29)

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Preparations

Using menus

Here is explained an example of changing the ‘POWER SAVE’ setting from ‘5 MIN.’ to ‘2 MIN.’ from SETUP menu. (‘POWER SAVE’ is a function to extend battery life by automatically turning the camera off if no operations are performed for a certain period.)

SETUP menu

Applicable modes:

REC menu

Applicable modes:

PLA Y menu

Applicable modes:

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Zoom lever

MENU/SET

Select SETUP menu

Select

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

Turn on the power

Set to

Bring up the menu

AWB

AUTO

EXITSELECT

REC menu is displayed.

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SELECT EXIT

AWB

AUTO

First page of three currently displayed. (Zoom lever can be used to scroll through pages.)

Select

SETUP

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE

± 0

OFF

EXITSELECT

Explanation of settings method for SETUP menu, REC menu, and PLAY menu. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

Move across to the items

Highlight ‘CLOCK SET’

SETUP

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE

SELECT

EXIT

± 0

OFF

Select the correct item

Page 2 displayed

Press ▼ and move beyond the bottom item Move down to ‘POWER SAVE’

± 0

OFF

SETUP

AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP

SELECT

EXIT

SETUP

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE

SELECT EXIT

Select this item

Displays settings Highlight ‘2 MIN.’

SETUP

AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE

ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP

1SEC.

OFF

5MIN.

1MIN.

OFF

2MIN.

OFF

5MIN.

10MIN.

SELECT SET

Select this setting

SETUP

AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP

SELECT

EXIT

1SEC.

2MIN.

OFF OFF

Finish

Note

To restore default settings → ‘RESET’ (P.22) For certain items, there may be no settings selection (step ) (e.g. ‘ROTATE’ on PLAY

menu), or actual display may differ from that above (e.g. ‘WORLD TIME’ on SETUP menu).

SETUP

AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE

ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP

SELECT SET

Press

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1SEC.

5MIN.

OFF OFF

1SEC.

OFF

5MIN.

1MIN.

OFF

2MIN.

OFF

5MIN.

10MIN.

Preparations

Using SETUP menu

‘CLOCK SET’, ‘AUTO REVIEW’, ‘POWER SAVE’ and ‘ECONOMY’ are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use.

Item Uses, operations

1, 2

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

Set the date and time.

1, 2

Set the local time at an overseas destination (P.49)

MONITOR

1, 2

GUIDE LINE

TRAVEL DATE

AUTO REVIEW

POWER SAVE

ZOOM RESUME

ECONOMY

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor (7 levels).

Change the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. Display recording information or histogram together with guide lines (P.33).

1, 2

Record the number of days elapsed in your travels.

Automatically display pictures immediately after taking them.

Select display time (seconds). ‘ZOOM’ is useful for checking focus.

Automatically shut off power while not in use.

(Saves battery consumption)

To restore: Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the

power again.

1, 2

Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off.

Restrict battery consumption when recording.

(Dims LCD monitor, automatically shuts off monitor when not in use.)

Monitor also shut off during flash battery charging. Status indicator is illuminated while monitor is off. To restore: Press any button.

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Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18)

Default setting outlined:

1 Settings also reflected in SIMPLE MODE (P.28). 2 Settings also reflected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only.

Settings, notes

Set the date/month/year and time (P.16).

(DESTINATION) / (HOME)

-3 · · ±0 · · +3

REC. INFO. (Recording information): OFF / ON HISTOGRAM: OFF / ON PATTERN: /

‘PATTERN’ cannot be selected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Recording information

and histogram cannot be displayed.

Not displayed in SIMPLE MODE.

OFF / SET (P.48)

OFF / 1SEC. / 3SEC. / ZOOM

(displays for 1 second, then at 4x zoom for 1

second)

In ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode (P.42), ‘AUTO BRACKET’ 3 (P.38), ‘BURST’ mode

(P.54), or pictures with audio (P.53, 70), auto review performed regardless of setting.

Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.

OFF / 1 MIN. / 2 MIN. / 5 MIN. / 10MIN. (Set time before POWER SAVE is initiated)

Cannot be used in the following cases:

When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/

printer, during motion picture recording/playback, during slideshows (exception: set to 10 minutes while slideshow is paused and during ‘MANUAL’ slideshows)

Setting fixed to ‘2 MIN.’ in ‘ECONOMY’, and to ‘5 MIN.’ in SIMPLE MODE (P.28) and

CLIPBOARD (P.58).

OFF / ON

OFF / LEVEL 1 (turned off after approx. 15 seconds of inactivity)/LEVEL 2 (turned off

Focus position cannot be stored. Released and cannot be set when using ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode.

after approx. 15 seconds, or approx. 5 seconds of inactivity after recording)

Cannot be used in the following cases:

When using SIMPLE MODE, CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold

separately), when menu screen is displayed, when using self-timer setting or during motion picture recording.

LCD monitor not dimmed when using ‘POWER LCD’ or ‘HIGH ANGLE’ (P.34).

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Preparations

Using SETUP menu (Continued)

Item Uses, operations

BEEP

1, 2

Change or mute beep sounds.

SHUTTER

VOLUME

1, 2

NO. RESET

RESET

VIDEO OUT

TV ASPECT

SCENE MENU

DIAL DISPLAY

Change or mute shutter sounds.

Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels).

Reset image file numbers and start again from ‘0001’.

File numbers and folder numbers (P.75)

Reset SETUP menu (P.20) and REC menu items (P.50) to their default settings.

Change the video output format when connected to a TV, etc.

Change the aspect ratio when connected to a TV, etc (PLAYBACK mode only).

Display scene menu when mode dial is set to SCN1 or SCN2.

1, 2

Display mode dial operation on screen.

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LANGUAGE

1, 2

Change display language.

Default setting outlined:

1 Settings also reflected in SIMPLE MODE (P.28). 2 Settings also reflected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58).

Settings, notes

Volume: (mute) / (low) / (high) Tone: / /

0 · · LEVEL3 · · LEVEL6

Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV.

YES/NO

Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all

necessary pictures to your computer, and format the built-in memory/card. (P.73)

To reset folder number to 100:

First, format (P.73) the built-in memory or card, and reset the file numbers using NO.

RESET. Then, select ‘YES’ on the folder number reset screen.

RESET REC. SETTINGS? (YES/NO) RESET SETUP PARAMETERS? (YES/NO)

Resetting SETUP parameters causes the following to be reset: Birthdays in BABY

(P.42) and PET modes (P.44), ‘TRAVEL DATE’ (P.48), ‘WORLD TIME’ (P.49), ‘ZOOM RESUME’ (P.20), ‘FAVORITE’ in PLAY menu (set to ‘OFF’) (P.65), ‘ROTATE DISP.’ (set to ‘ON’) (P.66), CLIPBOARD menu (INITIAL DISP.) (set to ‘ON’) (P.60)

(Only ‘BEEP’ is reset in the SIMPLE MODE menu.)

Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset.

NTSC / PAL

When set to , pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor when

connecting AV cable (supplied) (P.79).

OFF (use previously selected scene mode) / AUTO (displays scene menu)

To display scene menu when set to ‘OFF’: Press ‘MENU/SET’.

OFF / ON (display)

ENGLISH / DEUTSCH (German) / FRANÇAIS (French) / ESPAÑOL (Spanish) /

ITALIANO (Italian) / 中文 (Chinese) / 日本語 (Japanese)

Not displayed on DMC-TZ3P/DMC-TZ2P.

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Basics

Taking pictures

Turn on the power

Status indicator illuminated for

approx. 1 second.

Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode)

NORMAL PICTURE

Adjust the focus

Press halfway

Take a picture

Zoom lever

Status indicator

Holding the camera

Horizontally

Flash Lamp

When (jitter alert) is displayed

Use the Optical image stabilizer (P.39), a tripod, or the self-timer (P.35).

Focus range (To take pictures from close range→P.46)

When set to maximum W (1X): Distance of at least 50 cm (1.64 feet) from subject

To use flash (P.36)

Vertically

Zoom lever

Press fully

Take care not to shake the

camera.

● Do not block the flash or the lamp

(P.12). Do not look at them from close range.

● Do not touch the lens.

● Stand with your arms close to your

body and with your legs apart.

When set to maximum T (maximum zoom): Distance of at least 2 m (6.56 feet) from subject

Display on screen

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Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.16).

Adjusting the focus

Press the shutter button halfway, ensuring that the subject is aligned with the AF area.

Focus In focus Not in focus

Focus display On Flashing

AF area Green Red/white

Sound Double beep Multiple beep

Images outside of the focus range may not be in full focus even if the light remains on.

value

F3.3 1/30

Shutter speedAperture

Focus display AF area (normal)

AF area (when dark or using digital zoom)

(If red: Could not achieve optimal exposure → Use flash (P.36) or change ‘SENSITIVITY’ (P.51).)

Problems with adjusting focus (subject not in center, etc)

Press fully

First adjust focus according to subject

Hold down halfway

F3.3 1/30F3.3 1/30

Return to desired composition

Readjust focus if not correctly adjusted initially.

Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult:

● Fast-moving or extremely bright objects, or objects with no color contrast

● Taking pictures through glass or near objects emitting light. In dark, or with significant jitter.

● When too close to object or when taking pictures of both distant and close objects together in the same picture

Checking remaining battery and memory capacity

300

Pictures remaining

Remaining battery

(flashes red)

(Status indicator flashes when LCD monitor is off) Recharge or replace battery (P.14).

Not displayed when using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP,

sold separately).

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Basics

Taking pictures (Continued)

Picture save destination

Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not.

300

Card Built-in memory

Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory (P.73). It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer (as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be damaged).

Cards

Always format (P.73) cards in this camera before first use. If the switch on the card is set to ‘LOCK’, operations such as formatting, copying, and deleting cannot be performed. Compatible memory cards → (P.15)

Recording picture/time capacity → (P.92)

Built-in memory (approx. 12.7 MB)

Used as a temporary save destination when you have no card. May take longer to access than cards. Clipboard pictures (P.58) are saved to built-in memory.

When in operation

are Illuminated red.

Card Built-in memory This means that an operation is in progress, such as the

recording, reading, or deleting of pictures. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this may cause damage to or loss of data).

Switch (LOCK)

Recording picture capacity estimates (default settings)

Save destination Pictures (DMC-TZ3) 2 68 135 270 550

Pictures (DMC-TZ2) 3 81 160 320 660

The number of pictures that may be recorded varies greatly according to aspect settings (P.51), picture size (P.52), and quality (P.53) settings, in addition to the capacity of the card. (For more details: P.92)

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Built-in memory memory card (Example)

12.7 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB

Basics

Taking pictures with zoom

Subjects can be enlarged by ten times with ‘Optical zoom’ and up to 15 (13.8 ) times with ‘Extended optical zoom’. ‘Digital zoom’ can then be used to multiply this effect by four times further. (28-280 mm: 35 mm film camera equivalent)

DMC-TZ2

Enlarge (Tele) Restore (Wide)

Turn to W sideTurn to T side

Zoom types

Type Optical zoom

Max. enlargement

Picture quality No loss No loss Deteriorates by factor of enlargement Conditions None

10x

Extended optical zoom (EZ)

, 13x

40x (including optical zoom: 10x)

60x

‘D. ZOOM’ (P.56) set to ‘ON’ in REC menu

Displays digital zoom area

, 13.8x

15x

12.6x

, 12x, 11.6x

Select picture size (P.52) marked with

Digital zoom

(including extended optical zoom: 15x)

Screen display

DMC-TZ3 only, 2 DMC-TZ2 only (Zoom ratio depends on ASPECT RATIO and PICT.SIZE.)

displayed

Within digital zoom area AF area becomes larger when pressing shutter button halfway

What is Extended optical zoom (EZ)?

If, for example, set to ‘3M EZ’ (equivalent to 3 million pixels), a picture will only be taken

of a 3M-sized central part of a 7M (equivalent to 7.2 million pixels) the picture can be enlarged further.

Entering digital zoom area

Once the bar stops before the digital zoom area,

continue to hold the zoom lever, or release it once

Bar stops momentarily

3 area, meaning that

DMC-TZ2: 6M

Digital zoom area

then push it again.

To recall zoom ratio from time power was turned off

‘ZOOM RESUME’ (P.20)

The enlargement ratio displayed in the bar on screen is an estimate. Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. Do not block the lens barrel (P.12) movement while zooming. Zoom cannot be adjusted during motion picture recording. A greater degree of distortion may be generated by taking wider-angled pictures of

close objects, while using more telescopic zoom may result in more coloring appearing around the outlines of objects. The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever is operated – this is not a fault.

When using extended optical zoom, zoom movement may stop momentarily near

maximum W (1x), but this is not a fault.

The Optical image stabilizer may be less effective when using digital zoom. It is

recommended that you use a tripod and the self-timer (P.35).

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Basics

Taking pictures with SIMPLE MODE

Set to

Adjust the focus

Press halfway

Backlight compensation

MENU/SET

The settings for the following functions are fixed.

SELFTIMER (P.35) OFF/10 SEC. POWER SAVE (P.20) 5 MIN. STABILIZER (P.39) MODE1 W.BALANCE (P.50) AWB SENSITIVITY (P.51) METERING MODE (P.53) AF MODE (P.54) AF ASSIST LAMP (P.56) ON COL.MODE (P.57) STANDARD

Same as with ISO LIMIT ‘800’ setting in

Intelligent ISO mode (P.46).

Item Setting

Backlight compensation (SIMPLE MODE only)

Press

BACKLIGHT

Prevents subjects being dark when background is light.

To cancel compensation: Press ▲ again.

Using flash (FORCED FLASH ON) is recommended

(P.36)

Adjust using ‘EXPOSURE’ (P.38), except for in SIMPLE

MODE.

Take a picture

Green when focus aligned

Press fully

The following functions cannot be used.

BURST mode (P.54) Digital zoom (P.27) Exposure compensation/AUTO BRACKET 2

(P.38) White balance fine adjustment (P.50) AUDIO REC. (P.53) CONT.AF (P.55) ECONOMY (P.20) HIGH ANGLE (P.34) GUIDE LINE (P.33)

Item

DMC-TZ3 only

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Displayed when compensation is on.

This mode is designed for beginners to easily take pictures. Only major functions and menu items are displayed.

‘SIMPLE MODE’ menu

Use the menu to change settings such as picture quality and beep sounds.

Display SIMPLE MODE menu

SIMPLE MODE

PICT.MODE AUTO REVIEW BEEP CLOCK SET

EXITSELECT

Select desired item

(Screen shows beep setting change)

SIMPLE MODE

PICT.MODE AUTO REVIEW BEEP CLOCK SET

SELECT SET

OFF LOW HIGH

Select desired setting Finish

SIMPLE MODE

PICT.MODE AUTO REVIEW BEEP CLOCK SET

SELECT SET

Item Setting

PICT.MODE

AUTO REVIEW

BEEP

CLOCK SET

6M for DMC-TZ2 model. 2 Extended optical zoom (P.27) available.

Settings changes reflected in other modes.

Focus range

Max. W: Distance of at least 5 cm (0.16 feet) from subject

Zoom lever

Flash can be set to ‘AUTO/RED-EYE’ or ‘FORCED OFF’ (‘FORCED FLASH ON’ or

‘FORCED OFF’ when using backlight compensation).

Recording picture capacity (P.92)

OFF LOW HIGH

Default setting outlined:

ENLARGE (4:3, 7M

for printing to 8”x10”size, letter size etc.

4”x6”/10x15cm

for printing regular sizes.

E-MAIL

(4:3, 0.3M EZ, Standard):

, Fine):

(3:2, 2.5M EZ, Standard):

for attaching to emails or using in homepage.

OFF / ON:

Displays picture for approx. 1 second after taking

OFF / LOW / HIGH

Change the date and time (P.16)

Max. T: Distance of at least 1 m (3.28 feet) from subject ( (2 m (6.56 feet) unless max. T)

displayed)

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Deleting instantly

Basics

Viewing your pictures instantly

(REVIEW)

Pictures can be checked while still in a recording mode ( ).

Display picture

REVIEW1X

While picture is displayed

Select ‘YES’

Highlight ‘YES’ in orange

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

YES

SELECT SET

MULTI/ALL

To delete several or all

(P.32)

EXIT

Most recently taken picture will be

displayed for about 10 seconds.

To close: Press ▼ or press the shutter

button halfway.

To view previous/next picture: ◄►

DELETE

Enlarge picture (4x/8x)

REVIEW4X

Turn to T side

Current zoom position (displayed for 1 sec.)

Picture is enlarged as you turn zoom lever

towards T.

To reduce zoom: Turn lever towards W

side.

To move zoom position: ▲▼◄►

To display portrait pictures vertically

(P.66)

DELETE

Note

Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.

Motion pictures cannot be reviewed in this way. View in PLAYBACK mode (P.62).

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Basics

Viewing your pictures (Play)

When there is no card inserted, the pictures played back from the built-in memory. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in CLIPBOARD mode (P.59).)

Set to

Enlarge View as list (P.61)

Scroll through pictures

File number

100-0001

1/3

Change information display (P.33)

Delete (P.32)

To fast-forward (rewind)

Hold down until the desired picture number is displayed

To enlarge (playback zoom)

Turn to

T side

CANCEL

DELETE

Previous Next

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Picture number

Returns to the first picture after the final

picture.

Holding down increases the picture scroll rate. Cannot be used when using ‘REVIEW’ (P.30) or

‘Multi playback’ (P.61).

Zoom ratio: 1x/2x/4x/8x/16x To reduce zoom: Turn lever towards W side Move zoom position: ▲▼◄► Enlarging picture will reduce display quality.

Current zoom position (displayed for 1 sec.)

To playback as list (P.61) To display picture vertically (P.66) To print

Using own printer:

● Direct connection → (P.76) ● Connection via computer → (P.74)

At photo shops → Give card to shop assistant.

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Basics

Set to PLAYBACK mode . Pictures deleted will be from card if card is inserted, or from

Basics

Deleting pictures

built-in memory if not. To delete clipboard pictures, set to CLIPBOARD mode .

To delete 1 picture

While picture is displayed (P.31)

Press

To delete multiple (up to 50) or all pictures

Select type of deletion

MULTI/ALL DELETE

Press twice

SELECT SET CANCEL

Skip to step if

selecting ‘ALL DELETE’

Select ‘YES’

MULTI DELETE ALL DELETE

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

YES

SELECT SET

MULTI/ALL

Select the pictures to delete (Repeat)

To release: Press ▼ again

Highlight ‘YES’ in orange

MULTI DELETE

10 11 12

SELECT MARK/UNMARK

Picture selected

Select ‘YES’

Press

YES

Highlight ‘YES’ in orange

To cancel

To cancel ‘ALL DELETE’ or ‘ALL

DELETE EXCEPT ’, press ‘MENU/SET’.

Note

Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.

Do not turn off the power during deletion. Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). When deleting all pictures from built-in memory, pictures actually deleted differ

according to mode. PLAYBACK mode : All pictures in built-in memory, except clipboard picture If ‘FAVORITE’ (P.65) setting is ‘ON’, you can ‘ALL DELETE EXCEPT (FAVORITE)’. CLIPBOARD mode : All clipboard pictures

Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases:

● Protected pictures (P.69) (Release the protection before deleting)

● Card switch is in ‘LOCK’ position.

● Pictures not of DCF standard (P.90)

May take time depending on number of pictures deleted.

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8 9

DELETE

EXIT

Basics

Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms.

Basics

Applications (Record)

Changing recording information display

Press to change display

Histogram (DMC-TZ3 only)

3 3

LCD monitor

Display in PLAYBACK mode

Histogram

100-0001

1/3

3RD DAY

1 month 10 days

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Histogram

Shows brightness of subject as graph,

useful for exposure compensation (P.38), etc. (Display shown is an estimate.)

Histogram from time of recording

is displayed in orange if different to histogram in playback, for example when recording with flash or in dark locations.

Histogram may differ between times of recording and playback, or from histograms

made with image editing software.

Guide lines

Reference for composition (e.g. balance) when recording. ‘GUIDE LINE’ settings (P.20)

100-0001

ISO

1/30F3.3

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No display

During playback zoom (P.31), motion

1/3

No display

100

AWB

picture playback (P.62), slideshow (P.64): Display on/off

During multi playback, calendar playback

(P.61), DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (P.64): Display cannot be changed

(Example)

OK Dark Bright

Guide lines

Note

Display cannot be changed during menu (P.17) display. In SIMPLE MODE, display can only be turned on and off. Histograms cannot be displayed in SIMPLE MODE (P.28), MOTION PICTURE mode

(P.47), or CLIPBOARD mode (P.58).

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Applications (Record)

Making LCD monitor easier to see

Make it easier to see the LCD monitor when taking pictures from high positions or in bright outdoor conditions.

Display ‘LCD MODE’

Hold down

Select mode

LCD

LCD MODE

OFF POWER LCD HIGH ANGLE

SELECT SET

LCD monitor

POWER LCD

Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).

HIGH ANGLE

Makes screen easier to see when taking pictures from high positions. (becomes harder to see from the front)

OFF: Normal

HIGH ANGLE

Note

‘HIGH ANGLE’ will be canceled when power is turned off (including POWER SAVE).

Block out sunlight (with hand, etc) if reflection makes screen difficult to see.

‘HIGH ANGLE’ cannot be used in the following cases.

● SIMPLE MODE

● PLAYBACK mode

● PRINT mode

● During menu screen display

● While reviewing pictures

‘POWER LCD’ will be deactivated if no operations are performed for 30 seconds while

recording. (Brightness can be restored by pressing any button)

Brightness/color of screen in ‘LCD MODE’ has no effect on pictures recorded.

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures with self-timer

This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds.

Display ‘SELFTIMER’

Select time duration

SELFTIMER

OFF

10SEC.

2SEC.

SELECT SET

Displayed for approx. 5 sec.

MENU/SET

Can also be selected with ◄.

Adjust focus

Focus will be automatically

adjusted immediately before

Press

halfway

recording if shutter button is pressed fully here.

Take a picture

Press

fully

CANCEL

The self-timer indicator will flash, and the

Self-timer indicator

picture will be taken after the selected duration of time has elapsed.

To cancel while in operation: Press

‘MENU/SET’

Note

This function cannot be used in the ‘UNDERWATER’ scene mode or in MOTION

PICTURE mode .

In some modes, only ‘2SEC.’ or only ‘10SEC.’ may be selected.

SIMPLE MODE: ‘10SEC.’ CLIPBOARD mode, SCENE mode ‘SELF PORTRAIT’: ‘2SEC.’

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures with flash

Display ‘FLASH’

Select the desired type

FLASH

AUTO

AUTO/RED-EYE FORCED FLASH ON SLOW SYNC./RED-EYE

Flash

Do not cover with hand. Do not

look at from close range (few cm).

Do not bring objects close (heat

and light may damage object).

Types

Type, operations Uses

AUTO

Automatic ON/OFF

AUTO/RED-EYE reduction

Automatic ON/OFF Reduces red-eye

FORCED FLASH ON

Always on

FORCED FLASH ON/RED-EYE reduction

(For ‘PARTY’ and ‘CANDLE LIGHT’ scene modes only (P.42))

Always on Reduces red-eye

SLOW SYNC./RED-EYE reduction

Automatic ON/OFF Reduces red-eye Slows shutter speed to take brighter pictures

FORCED OFF

Always off

Two flashes are emitted when using red-eye reduction. Do not move until the second

flash is over. Effects may vary depending on the person.

Shutter speeds are as follows: , , , : 1/30-1/2000th , : 1/8 (changed by SLOW SHUTTER setting (P.56)) -1/2000th

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Can also be selected with ►.

FORCED OFF

SELECT SET

Displayed for approx. 5 sec.

Normal use

Taking pictures of subjects in dark places

Taking pictures with backlight or under bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent)

Taking pictures of subjects against a nightscape (tripod recommended)

Places where flash use is prohibited

Available types vary depending on the mode in use.

Available types in each mode (◎: default setting)

○ー○○○○○◎◎ー○ーーー○ー◎○ ○ ○ ーーーーーーーーーーー○○ーーーーー ○ー○○ーーーーー◎ー◎○ーーーーー ○

○○ー◎◎○ーーーーー◎ーーーー

○

○○○○○○○ー○ーー○○◎○○

ー

○○○○○○○○◎○◎○◎○○◎

○

SCENE MODE

Cannot be used with MOTION PICTURE mode and scene modes , , , ,

, , or . Flash settings may be changed when changing recording mode. Scene mode flash settings are restored to default when scene mode is changed.

Only or may be selected when using backlight compensation (P.28).

Focus range according to ISO sensitivity (‘SENSITIVITY’) (P.51) and zoom

(P.27).

AUTO ISO100 ISO200 ISO400 ISO800 ISO1250

Max. W: Approx. 0.6-4.2 m (1.97-13.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.8 m (3.28-9.19 feet) Max. W: Approx. 0.6-1.6 m (1.97-5.25 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-1.1 m (3.28-3.61 feet) Max. W: Approx. 0.6-2.3 m (1.97-7.55 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-1.5 m (3.28-4.92 feet) Max. W: Approx. 0.6-3.3 m (1.97-10.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.2 m (3.28-7.22 feet) Max. W: Approx. 0.8-4.7 m (2.62-15.4 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-3.1 m (3.28-10.2 feet) Max. W: Approx. 1.0-4.7 m (3.28-15.4 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-3.1 m (3.28-10.2 feet)

Edges of picture may become slightly dark if using flash at short distances without using

zoom (close to max. W). This may be remedied by using a little zoom.

Maximum ISO sensitivity (‘ISO LIMIT’) (P.51) and focus range when using

Intelligent ISO (P.46).

ISO400 ISO800/ISO1250

Max. W: Approx. 0.6-3.3 m (1.97-10.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.2 m (3.28-7.22 feet) Max. W: Approx. 0.6-4.2 m (1.97-13.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.8 m (3.28-9.19 feet)

Note

If flash is to be emitted, flash type marks (e.g. ) will turn red when shutter button is

pressed halfway. No pictures may be taken if these marks (e.g. ) are flashing (flash is charging). Insufficient flash reach may be due to inadequately set exposure or white balance. Flash effect may not be fully achieved with high shutter speeds. Flash charging may take time if battery is low, or if using flash repeatedly. When using ECONOMY (P.20), LCD monitor is shut off while flash is charging.

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures with exposure compensation

Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc). Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases.

Display ‘EXPOSURE’

Example of exposure compensation

Over-exposed

Select a value

‘0’ (no compensation)

EXPOSURE

SELECT EXIT

The compensation value is displayed on the bottom-left of the screen. ( , etc)

AUTO BRACKET (DMC-TZ3 only)

Takes 3 pictures in succession, changing the exposure. After exposure compensation, the compensation value is as standard.

Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’

Press several times

e.g. AUTO BRACKET with ±1EV

Minus direction

Optimum exposure

Plus direction

Under-exposed

First picture 0EV (Standard)

Select a value

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‘0’ (no compensation)

AUTO BRACKET

SELECT EXIT

Value displayed after exposure compensation set

Cannot be used with flash or when there is remaining capacity for only 2 more

pictures. When ‘AUTO BRACKET’ is set, is displayed on the left of the screen. Canceled when the power is turned off.

Second picture

-1EV (Darker)

Third picture +1EV (Brighter)

Applications (Record)

Optical image stabilizer

Automatically detects and prevents jitter. Settings cannot be changed in SIMPLE MODE (P.28) or in ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ (P.42) and ‘STARRY SKY’ (P.44) scene modes.

Hold down

Select mode

STABILIZER

OFF MODE1 MODE2

SELECT SET DEMO.

MENU/SET

Cases where optical image

stabilizer may be ineffective:

● Heavy jitter

● High zoom ratio (digital zoom: P.27)

● Fast-moving objects

● Indoors or in dark locations (due to low shutter speed)

To view jitter/movement detection demo screen

Extent of jitter and of subject movement are shown on graph. (Estimate)

Large ← Small → Large

Press (Press again to close)

Recording and zoom cannot be performed during demo. Automatic ISO sensitivity settings based on movement detection are only effective

when using Intelligent ISO (P.46) and the ‘SPORTS’ (P.42), ‘BABY’ (P.42), and ‘PET’ (P.44) scene modes.

Use the movement detection demo with objects with contrasting coloring.

MODE1: Constant correction

MODE2:

OFF:

(Monitor image stable, composition easy to determine)

Correction at moment shutter button is pressed (More effective than MODE1)

Pictures deliberately taken with no jitter correction

Jitter

Movement detection

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures according to the scene

Set to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’

The same selection of 20 scenes is

available for each.

Select scene

PORTRAIT

DISPLAY

SET

SCENE MODE 1

DISPLAY

MENU/SET

To see description of each scene:

Select scene, and press ‘DISPLAY’.

SCN1 and SCN2

When using SCENE MODE, the camera remembers the previously selected scene. For example, if SCN1 is set to ‘NIGHT SCENERY’ and SCN2 is set to ‘NIGHT

PORTRAIT’, you can easily switch between settings depending on whether or not there

will be people in the picture. To enable pictures to be taken immediately (no automatic SCENE MENU display) Display SETUP menu (P.18) Select ‘SCENE MENU’ (P.22) and set it to ‘OFF’. To display scene menu: Press ‘MENU/SET’

SELECT

SCENE MENU

Note

Selecting a scene mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of

your picture.

Brightness may be adjusted using ‘EXPOSURE’ (P.38) (except in ‘STARRY SKY’ mode).

Detailed settings can be made in REC menu (P.50). (Except in ‘SENSITIVITY’, ‘METERING MODE’, and ‘COL. MODE’) Certain settings cannot be made for some scenes.

‘W. BALANCE’ can be set to the following. ‘PORTRAIT’,‘SOFT SKIN’,‘SELF PORTRAIT’,‘SPORTS’,‘BABY’,‘PET’,‘HIGH SENS.’ (Setting is restored to ‘AWB’ when scene is changed.)

The types of flash available (P.36) vary according to the scene. The scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the scene mode is

changed.

Guidelines displayed in grey in ‘NIGHT PORTRAIT’, ‘NIGHT SCENERY’, ‘STARRY

SKY’, and ‘FIREWORKS’ scene modes.

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Scene types

Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc) for given scenes.

PORTRAIT SOFT SKIN SCENERY

SELF PORTRAIT

3 3

F3.3 1/30

SPORTS

3 3 3 3

PARTY

3 3

SUNSET

OFF

BEACH

3 33 3

NIGHT PORTRAIT

CANDLE LIGHT

HIGH SENS.

SNOW

NIGHT SCENERY

BABY

9 months 10 days

10:00 MAR.15.2007

STARRY SKY

OFF

AERIAL PHOTO

FOOD

PET

OFF

FIREWORKS

UNDERWATER

AF LOCK

Functions, tips for each scene (P.42-45)

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued)

Scene Uses, functions

PORTRAIT

SOFT SKIN

SELF PORTRAIT

Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions.

Smooths skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).

Clarity of effect may vary depending on brightness.

Take pictures of yourself.

Press shutter button halfway → self-timer indicator illuminates → press shutter button fully → review

(if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned)

To take pictures with audio (P.53)

(self-timer indicator illuminated during recording)

SCENERY

SPORTS

NIGHT PORTRAIT

NIGHT SCENERY

FOOD

PARTY

CANDLE LIGHT

BABY

(Continued)

Take clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.

Take pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.

Take pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.

Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture.

Take clear pictures of night scenes.

Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. Shutter may remain closed for up to 8 seconds after taking picture.

Take natural-looking pictures of food.

Brighten subjects and background in pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.

Bring out the atmosphere of a candlelit room.

Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors.

To record age:

BIRTHDAY SET: Select ‘WITH AGE’, and press ‘MENU/SET’.

Select ‘BIRTHDAY SET.’. Set birthday with ▲▼◄►, and press ‘MENU/SET’.

(‘BABY1’ and ‘BABY2’ can be set separately.)

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Using flash in scene modes (P.37)

Tips, notes Main fixed settings

Stand as close as possible to object. Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)

SENSITIVITY: ISO100

Stand as close as possible to object. Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)

Focus: 30-70 cm (0.98-2.30 feet) (Max. W) Do not use zoom (harder to focus).

(Zoom moved to max. W automatically)

2-second self-timer (P.35) recommended.

Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.

Subject should not move for at least 1 second. Use flash. Tripod, self-timer recommended. Stand 1.2-5 m (3.94-16.4 feet) (Max. W (wideangle), 1.5 m (4.92 feet) recommended) away.

Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. Do not move for 8 seconds.

(Shutter speed: max. 8 sec)

Tripod, self-timer recommended Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above

Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above

Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away. Zoom: Wide (W side) Use flash. Tripod, self-timer recommended.

Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above

Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above Do not use flash. Tripod, self-timer recommended.

Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above

Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above Age will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. Age display format depends on LANGUAGE setting.

SENSITIVITY: ISO100

STABILIZER: MODE2 AF MODE: 9 areas AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SELFTIMER: OFF/2SEC. ZOOM RESUME: OFF

FLASH: AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF

SENSITIVITY: ISO LIMIT: ISO800 (Same as Intelligent ISO mode ‘ SLOW SHUTTER: Cannot be set Digital zoom: Cannot be set

CONT.AF: OFF

FLASH: CONT.AF: OFF/AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 SLOW SHUTTER: Cannot be set

FORCED OFF

’ (P.46))

FORCED OFF

—

SENSITIVITY: ISO LIMIT: ISO400 (Same as Intelligent ISO mode ‘ Digital zoom: Cannot be set

’ (P.46))

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Applications (Record)

Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued)

Scene Uses, functions

BABY

PET

SUNSET

HIGH SENS.

STARRY SKY

FIREWORKS

BEACH SNOW

Date of birth will be displayed as ‘0 month 0 day’. To reset: Select ‘RESET’ from SETUP menu (P.22).

Record pet’s age when taking pictures. Settings method same as for ‘BABY’ (P.42-45).

Take clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.

Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.

Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity.

Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark subjects.

Shutter speed settings

Select with ▲▼, and press

‘MENU/SET’.

STARRY SKY

15 SEC. 30 SEC. 60 SEC.

CANCEL SETSELECT

Take clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky.

Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 second or 2 seconds (if little jitter or if optical image stabilizer is ‘OFF’). (when not using exposure compensation)

Bring out the clear blues of the sky and the sea without darkening subject.

Bring out the natural color of the snow in ski slope and mountain scenes.

Set longer shutter speeds for darker conditions.

Press shutter button.

CANCEL

Countdown begins

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AERIAL PHOTO

UNDERWATER

Take pictures of the view from aircraft windows.

Achieve natural colors under water.

Always use marine case (DMW-MCTZ3, sold separately).

AF LOCK

AF LOCK (focus fixed)

Using flash in scene modes (P.37)

Tips, notes Main fixed settings

Age cannot be added after recording. Age may be printed from a computer using the supplied software (P.11). Age can be stamped onto picture using ‘DATE STAMP’ (P.66).

AF ASSIST LAMP default setting is ‘OFF’. Others same as ‘BABY’ (P.42-45)

—

Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above

Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above

Always use a tripod. Self-timer recommended. Do not move the camera until countdown has ended. To change shutter speed, press ‘MENU/SET’, then ►, and select ‘STARRY SKY’. ‘EXPOSURE’, ‘AUTO BRACKET’ (DMC-TZ3 only), and ‘BURST’ cannot be used.

(P.43)

Same as for ‘BABY’ (P.43)

FLASH: FORCED OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100

FLASH: SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be used.

FLASH: AUDIO REC.: OFF CONT.AF: OFF STABILIZER: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 SLOW SHUTTER: Cannot be set

FORCED OFF

Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. Tripod recommended.

Beware of sand and sea water.

Battery life is reduced in lower air temperatures.

Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. Check that the interior of the aircraft is not reflected in the window.

For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area and press ◄ (AF lock).

Press ◄ again to release.

Adjust red and blue levels with ‘white balance fine adjustment’ (P.50). Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet) and above

Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above

FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 CONT.AF: OFF/ AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF

—

FLASH: AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF

Self-timer: Cannot be used

FORCED OFF

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Applications (Record)

Avoiding subject blurring

(Intelligent ISO)

Taking close-up pictures

(MACRO mode)

Avoiding subject blurring in darker conditions or with fast-

moving subjects

Detects movement of the subject and sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed according to the brightness.

Set to

Take a picture (P.24)

For moving subjects indoors…

sensitivity and shutter speed raised to

avoid subject blurring.

F3.3 F3.3

The maximum level for ISO sensitivity can also be set (P.51, ‘ISO LIMIT’). If the maximum level is set to ‘800’ or ‘1250’, this will be reduced to ‘640’ when using the flash. Subject movement may not be detected if subject is too small, is at the edge of the screen, or starts to move at the same time as the shutter. (when button is pressed fully). Blurring may occur depending on the brightness and movement speed. ‘D.ZOOM’ (P.27) and ‘SLOW SHUTTER’ (P.56) cannot be used.

Focus range in

Intelligent ISO mode, MACRO mode

Max. W: Distance of at least 5 cm (0.16 feet) from subject

For stationary subjects indoors…

sensitivity lowered to avoid interference.

Max. T: Distance of at least 1 m (3.28 feet) from subject (

displayed)

Zoom lever

(2 m (6.56 feet) unless max. T)

Taking close-up pictures of flowers, etc

Set to

We recommend using a tripod, the self-timer (P.35), and flash ‘FORCED OFF’ (P.36). Moving the camera after aligning the focus is likely to result in poorly focused pictures if subject is close to camera, due to margin for focus alignment being severely reduced. Resolution may be reduced around the edges of the picture.

Taking close-up pictures from more distant locations (Tele Macro function)

Zoom to max. T to take close-up pictures of flowers at foot-level, or animals that you

cannot approach, from distances of at least 1 m (3.28 feet). Align focus after zooming by pressing shutter halfway. Using tripod is recommended as jitter occurs easily.

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Take a picture (P.24)

Applications (Record)

Taking motion pictures

Record motion pictures and sound (motion pictures cannot be recorded without sound). Microphone

(voice recording)

Estimated recording time

(P.92)

Note

Zoom and CONT.AF (P.55)

functions cannot be used during movie recording.

Not compatible with

MultiMediaCards.

STABILIZER ‘MODE2’ cannot

be used.

Focus range is 5 cm (0.16 feet)

and above for max. W/1 m (3.28 feet) and above for max. T. (2 m

(6.56 feet) unless max. T)

Focus, zoom, and a perture

value are fixed from the onset of recording.

A maximum of approx. 2 GB can

be recorded in any one session. To continue recording, press the shutter button again. Available recording time is calculated on a 2 GB basis (estimated).

Recording may be terminated

midway, depending on card type.

Set to

Start recording

Press halfway

(align focus)

Press fully

Available recording time

Elapsed time (approx.)

(approx.)

R20S

Finish

Ends automatically if memory

is full.

Press fully

Aspect and picture quality

Set ‘ASPECT RATIO’ (P.51) before ‘PICT.MODE’

(P.52).

ASPECT PICT.MODE Picture size Frames/sec

30fps VGA 10fps VGA 10/sec 30fps QVGA

4:3

10fps QVGA (For e-mail attachments)

30fps 16:9

16:9

10fps 16:9 10/sec

We recommend using a card of at least 10MB/s

(as marked on its packaging, etc).

Only QVGA-format motion pictures can be

recorded to the built-in memory.

640×480

320×240

848×480

‘30fps’: for smooth picture movement ‘10fps’: for longer motion pictures

30/sec

10/sec

30/sec

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Applications (Record)

Useful features for travel

(TRA VEL DATE, WORLD TIME)

Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE)

Select ‘TRAVEL DATE’ from SETUP menu (P.18, 20)

Select ‘SET’

SETUP

CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE

SELECT SET

OFF SET

Set departure date

TRAVEL DATE

PLEASE SET THE DEPARTURE DATE

2007MAR 15

SELECT

SET

Set return date

TRAVEL DATE

PLEASE SET THE RETURN DATE

------- --

SELECT

EXIT

± 0

Recording

1ST DAY

10:00 MAR.15.2007

Displayed for approx. 5 sec when switching from PLAYBACK to recording mode

Playback

100-0001

1/3

1ST DAY

10:00 MAR.15.2007

Days elapsed

Exit without entering if you do not wish to set a return date.

Note

To stop date recording, select ‘OFF’ in step . When destination is set in ‘WORLD TIME’ (see right), days elapsed are calculated based on local destination time. If settings are made before holiday, number of days to departure are displayed in orange with a minus sign (but not recorded). When TRAVEL DATE is displayed in white with a minus sign, the ‘HOME’ date is one day in advance of the ‘DESTINATION’ date (this is recorded). To print number of elapsed days:

● Activate ‘DATE STAMP’ (P.66) before printing.

● Use the supplied software (P.11).

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displayed

Record holiday day number or local time at overseas destination. Can be displayed during playback or stamped onto picture. (P.66)

Clock must be set in advance (P.16).

Registering local time at your overseas destination

(WORLD TIME)

Select ‘WORLD TIME’ from SETUP menu (P.18,20)

‘PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA’ will be displayed when setting for

the first time. In this case, press ‘MENU/SET’ and skip to step .

Select ‘HOME’ Set your home area

Select

WORLD TIME

DESTINATION HOME

10:00 MAR.15.2007

CANCEL SETSELECT

If setting for second (or later) time, press ►.

Set destination area

10:00

Toronto New York Miami Lima GMT -5:00

SELECT

Difference with GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)

CANCEL

SET

‘DESTINATION’

WORLD TIME

DESTINATION HOME

--:-- --.--.----

CANCEL SETSELECT

Area settings can be

aborted by pressing in steps or .

Finish

If actual destination is unavailable,

select based on ‘difference with home time’.

To set/release summer time

To set, go through steps , . (Press again to release)

10:00 0:30

Adelaide

+14:30

SELECT

CANCEL

SET

Difference with home time

Current time

City/area name

Current time at selected destination

City/area name

Upon your return Go through steps , , , and press ‘MENU/SET’ to

finish.

Clock settings (P.16) will not be changed even if home summer time is set.

Pictures recorded when set to destination will be displayed with in PLAYBACK

mode.

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Applications (Record)

Using REC menu

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SELECT EXIT

REC menu settings (P.18)

AWB

Default setting outlined:

AUTO

‘Quick setting’ (P.57) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus.

W.BALANCE

The same color may appear more blue or more red depending on the light source (sun, lamps, etc). Colors can be adjusted to their natural appearance by adjusting the white balance.

Applicable modes: Settings: AWB (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy

‘AWB’ operational range: (‘AWB’ sets the optimum white balance automatically.)

10000K

9000K 8000K

7000K

6000K 5000K 4000K 3000K

2000K 1000K

Setting white balance manually ( )

Select and press ‘MENU/SET’. Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press

‘MENU/SET’. Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice. (Or press shutter button halfway.) Making this setting will reset white balance fine adjustment (see

below).

White balance fine adjustment (excluding ‘AWB’)

Press ▲ several times until ‘WB ADJUST.’ is displayed. Adjust with ► if reds are strong, adjust with ◄ if blues are

strong. Press ‘MENU/SET’ (or press shutter button halfway).

sky) /

(outdoor, shade) / (incandescent lighting) / (uses

value set in

Blue sky

Cloudy sky (rain) Shade TV screen

Sunlight White fluorescent lighting

Incandescent lighting Sunset/sunrise Candlelight

) / (set manually)

‘AWB’ may not function normally in certain

conditions, such as under red (e.g. candlelight), blue (e.g. TV screen), or a mixture of light sources, or with an absence of any color close to white.

We recommend setting to ‘AWB’ or ‘ ’

when under fluorescent lighting.

Only takes image of white objects within frame (step

WHITE SET

CANCEL

)

SET

Changes to red (blue) when making fine adjustment

WB ADJUST. RED BLUE

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SELECT EXIT

Detailed settings can be made for recording, such as coloring, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. Items vary depending on mode.

‘ ’, ‘ ’, ‘ ’, ‘ ’, and ‘ ’ can be adjusted independently. Settings are remembered even if power is turned off. Settings remain applied when using flash photography.

Even though the ‘AWB’ setting is fixed in ‘UNDERWATER’ scene mode (P.44), fine

adjustments may still be made.

Fine adjustments cannot be made when ‘COL.MODE’ (P.57) is set to ‘COOL’,

‘WARM’, ‘B/W’, or ‘SEPIA’.

SENSITIVITY

Set sensitivity to lighting. We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations.

Applicable modes: Settings: AUTO (automatic) /100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1250

(if

mode: ‘ISO LIMIT’ 400 / 800 / 1250)

AUTO: Automatically set with range up to 200 (640 when using flash) according to

brightness. Maximum ISO sensitivity (‘ISO LIMIT’) can be set when using mode. Setting guide

SENSITIVITY 100 1250 Location (recommended) Shutter speed Slow

Interference Low High

Bright

(outdoors)

Dark Fast

ASPECT RATIO

Aspect ratio of picture can be changed according to printing or playback format.

Applicable modes: Settings:

(Still pictures only)

Same as 4:3 TV or computer

Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance (P.88).

Same as normal film camera

2 9

For playback on widescreen/high definition TV

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Applications (Record)

Using REC menu (Continued)

PICT.MODE

Set picture quality for motion pictures (P.47).

Applicable modes: Settings:

Aspect ratio

(P.51)

‘30fps’: smoother movement; ‘10fps’: longer recording time

: 30fps VGA / 10fps VGA / 30fps QVGA / 10fps QVGA : 30fps 16:9 / 10fps 16:9

PICT.SIZE

Set size of picture. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on ‘QUALITY’ (see right). (P.92)

Picture size setting guide

Larger picture size = Crisper picture (lower recording capacity)

Smaller picture size = Coarser picture (higher recording capacity)

Applicable modes: Settings:

ASPECT RATIO

3072 x 2304 5M 1600 x 1200 1M 1280 x 960 0.3M 640 x 480

3216 x 2144 4.5M 2560 x 1712 2.5M 2048 x 1360

3328 x 1872 3.5M 2560 x 1440 2M 1920 x 1080

Picture size

2560 x 1920 3M 2048 x 1536

Picture sizes for DMC-TZ2 model are as follows. 1 : 6M (2816 x 2112) 2 : None 3 : 6M (2976 x 1984) 4 : 5.5M (3072 x 1728) Extended optical zoom (P.27) can be used for picture sizes indicated with . is not displayed in the ‘HIGH SENS.’ scene mode (P.44) (as extended optical

zoom cannot be used).

Mosaic effect may appear depending on subject and recording conditions.

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QUALITY

Set compression ratio for saving. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on ‘PICT.SIZE’ (see left). (P.92)

Applicable modes: Settings:

: Fine (priority to picture quality) : Standard (increases recording capacity by limiting standard picture

size and picture quality)

AUDIO REC.

Sounds can also be recorded with pictures. This is useful for conversation or memo recording.

Applicable modes: Settings:

OFF : No sound recording

ON : Record approx. 5 seconds of sound (

To cancel recording: Press ‘MENU/SET’. Cannot be used with ‘BURST’ (P.54), ‘STARRY SKY’ (P.44) and ‘AUTO BRACKET’

(P.38, DMC-TZ3 only).

‘DATE STAMP’, ‘RESIZE’, ‘TRIMMING’, and ‘ASPECT CONV.’ cannot be used with

pictures with audio.

Settings also reflected in ‘AUDIO REC.’ (P.60) in REC ON CLIPBOARD menu.

displayed on screen)

METERING MODE

Method of measuring exposure (P.38) can be changed.

Applicable modes: Settings:

: (Multiple: Measures brightness of whole screen. Normally

recommended)

: (Center weighted: Measures entire picture evenly, with focus on center

of screen)

: (Spot: Measures subject within spot metering target)

Spot metering target

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AF MODE

Applications (Record)

Using REC menu (Continued)

Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects.

Applicable modes: Settings: / / / / ( : High-speed focus)

Subject not in center of picture (AF area displayed after focuses completely aligned)

9-area-focusing 3-area-focusing (High speed)

Automatically focuses on any of 9 points

Automatically focuses on either side or center.

AF area

Determined position for focus

1-area-focusing (High speed)

1-area-focusing Spot-focusing

Focuses on AF area in center of picture. (Recommended for when focus is difficult to align)

AF area

When using or , picture may freeze momentarily before focus is aligned. AF area becomes larger in dark locations

or when using digital zoom, etc.

Use or if focus is difficult to align with .

AF area

F4.9 1/15

Focuses on smaller, limited area.

Spot AF area.

AF area

BURST

Enables a rapid succession of photographs to be taken. Succession of photographs taken while shutter button is held down.

Applicable modes:

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Settings:

BURST setting Speed

OFF

(High speed)

(Low speed)

3, 4

: Depends on shutter speed and ‘SENSITIVITY’ settings.

(Free)

3 pictures/sec 2 pictures/sec

Approx. 2 pictures/sec

No. of pictures

No burst

Fine: Max. 5 Standard: Max. 7

Until card/built-in memory is full

2 : When using self-timer: Fixed at 3 pictures 3 : DMC-TZ3 only. 4 : DMC-TZ2 only. 5 : DMC-TZ3: Becomes progressively slower. (Delayed timing depends on card type,

picture size, and QUALITY.) DMC-TZ2: Depends on type of card, ‘PICT.SIZE’ (P.52), and ‘QUALITY’ (P.53).

Burst speed may be reduced if using SENSITIVITY (P.51) of ‘ISO400’ or greater, or if

shutter speed is reduced in darker locations.

This feature cannot be used with the flash (flash mark turns red, P.36) or with ‘AUTO

BRACKET’ (P.38, DMC-TZ3 only). Settings will be stored even if power is turned off. Focus is fixed from first picture. Exposure and white balance are set as follows:

●DMC-TZ3 High speed: Setting fixed from first picture. Low speed, Free: Reset for each picture.

●DMC-TZ2 Reset for each picture. When using BURST while following a moving subject in locations with major

differences in brightness (e.g. indoor to outdoor), exposure stabilization may require a

little time, and optimal exposure may not be achieved. Auto review performed regardless of ‘AUTO REVIEW’ setting.

CONT.AF

Focus is continually adjusted according to movement of subject. (Increases battery consumption)

Applicable modes: Settings:

OFF : Not set ON : Set ( displayed on screen)

Focus alignment may take time if zoom is suddenly changed from max. W to max. T,

or if suddenly moving closer to subject. Press shutter button halfway if focus is difficult to align. When using , , or ‘AF mode’, focus will be aligned quickly when shutter

button is pressed halfway. Focus is not re-adjusted during motion picture recording.

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AF ASSIST LAMP

Applications (Record)

Using REC menu (Continued)

Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment.

Applicable modes: Settings:

OFF : Lamp off (taking pictures of animals in dark, etc)

ON : Lamp illuminated with halfway press of shutter button

(

and larger AF area displayed)

Do not cover or look at lamp from close range Fixed to ‘ON’ when using SIMPLE MODE . Effective distance: 1.5 m (4.92 feet)

Lamp

SLOW SHUTTER

Shutter speed can be reduced further to take bright pictures in dark locations.

Applicable modes: Settings: 1/8- (normally recommended) / 1/4- / 1/2- / 1-

Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we

recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P.35).

Can be used with NIGHT PORTRAIT (P.42) to brighten both night scene and

subjects.

displayed on screen for settings other than ‘1/8-’.

D.ZOOM

Multiplies effect of optical zoom or extended optical zoom by up to 4 times. (P.27).

Applicable modes: Settings: OFF : (Do not use) / ON: (Use)

This cannot be set when using SIMPLE MODE , Intelligent ISO mode , or the

‘SPORTS’, ‘BABY’, ‘PET’, or ‘HIGH SENS.’ scene modes.

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Quick setting

COL. MODE

Set color effects.

Applicable modes: Settings: STANDARD / NATURAL (soft) / VIVID (sharp) / COOL (more blue) /

WARM (more red) / B/W / SEPIA

If interference is noticeable in dark locations: Set to ‘NATURAL’. MOTION PICTURE mode: ‘NATURAL’ and ‘VIVID’ cannot be selected. White balance fine adjustment cannot be used when using ‘COOL’, ‘WARM’, ‘B/W’, or

‘SEPIA’. Settings for still pictures and motion pictures are made separately.

CLOCK SET

Set the clock. Same function as that in SETUP menu (P.16).

The following items can be quickly called up from REC menu. Items vary depending on mode.

BURST (P.54) W.BALANCE (P.50) (excluding ) SENSITIVITY (P.51) ASPECT RATIO (P.51) PICT.SIZE (P.52) QUALITY (P.53)

Set to one from ‘ ’. Display ‘Quick setting’

AUTO

OFF AWB

OFF

4:3

Quick setting

Hold

SELECT EXIT

Select item Select setting

AUTO

OFF AWB

4:3

4:3 3:2 16:9

SELECT EXIT

AUTO

OFF AWB

SELECT EXIT

16:9

4:3 3:2 16:9

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Applications (Record)

Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD)

Taking clipboard pictures (clipboard recording)

MENU/SET

Functions unavailable:

BURST, D.ZOOM, AUTO

BRACKET(DMC-TZ3 only), WB ADJUST, CONT.AF The settings for the following

functions are fixed. ASPECT RATIO: QUALITY: SELFTIMER: OFF/2SEC. SENSITIVITY: AUTO Functions other than those

above are the same as fixed

in SIMPLE MODE (P.28).

(However, STABILIZER (P.39)

settings may be made.)

If internal memory is full

● Delete unwanted clipboard

pictures in PLAY ON CLIPBOARD mode.

(Copy required pictures onto

card → P.60)

● Remove card and use

PLAYBACK mode ‘ ’ to delete pictures from other recording modes (e.g. ‘ ’).

Beware of copyrights, etc (P.2)

Set to

Select ‘REC’

CLIPBOARD

PLAY

REC

SELECT

DISPLAY

(Initial display)

Highlight ‘REC’ in orange

SET

Take a clipboard picture

Press halfway

(align focus)

Represents built-in memory used entirely

for clipboard pictures

Picture size 1M 2M Pictures 36 24

Recording capacities above are reduced

if pictures are recorded to built-in memory (P.26) in other recording modes (e.g. ‘ ’).

To view clipboard pictures (clipboard

playback): ▼ ( )

To change picture size → (P.60)

Press fully

(take picture)

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Southwood St

Useful for taking pictures of timetables and maps instead of taking memos. Regardless of presence of card, pictures will always be saved to clipboard folder of built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately.

Viewing clipboard pictures (clipboard playback)

Select ‘PLAY’ in step on left

View 1 picture at a time View 9 pictures on screen

To zoom in (playback zoom) (P.31)

Turn to W side

(To restore: Turn to T side)

Select a clipboard picture and press ‘MENU/SET’ to display single screen.

Expand

Change position

To register zoom enlarged size and position (Zoom mark):

Useful for enlarging and saving parts of maps, etc.

After selecting enlarged size and position

Hudson Rd

Greener Pl

eener Pl

THE ZOOM MARK HAS BEEN SET

rossford

Crossford St

Laker St

8X 2X

MARK

Zoom mark

Chalky Ave

Displayed on registered pictures

Northwood St

To change zoom and position: Repeat the above To finish zoom mark setting: Restore zoom to original (normal) ratio

To view registered ratio and position:

Par

k Rd

City Park

Beak A

Arb

our

Grov e

Hudson Rd Hudson Rd

Greener Pl

Crossford St

Laker St

Christen Pl

Edg

Jillian St

Gilbert St

Guillemot St Guillemot St

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Chalky Ave

Stringer St

Northwood St

August St

Tracer

y R d

Crockery St

Southwood StSouthwood St

Display picture with

(No need to manually enlarge or move)

Hudson Rd

Greener Pl

Crossford St

Laker St

8X 2X

MARK

Northwood St

Immediately displayed at recorded size and position

To delete clipboard pictures (P.32)

Both original picture and picture with zoom mark will be deleted. Picture can be deleted even while zoomed in.

Note

During clipboard recording: Press shutter button halfway. ( ) PLAY menu (P.64) functions cannot be used.

Pictures taken in other recording modes, modified with ROTATE (P.66) and copied

(P.73) as clipboard pictures will be displayed in their original form (before rotation).

Printing (P.76) cannot be performed during clipboard playback.

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CLIPBOARD menu

Applications (Record)

Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (Continued)

Press ‘MENU/SET’ while recording or viewing to display menu.

REC ON CLIPBOARD menu

Select item

REC ON CLIPBOARD

GO TO PLAY PICT.SIZE AUDIO REC. INITIAL DISP. CLOCK SET

SELECT

GO TO PLAY: View clipboard pictures. PICT.SIZE: Change picture size. (2M EZ / 1M EZ )

Select picture size with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’.

AUDIO REC.: Record sound (5 seconds) simultaneously. ( OFF / ON)

Select setting with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’.

Settings will also be reflected in ‘AUDIO REC.’ (P.53) in REC menu.

INITIAL DISP.: Select to display/not display initial display (P.58).

(OFF / ON )

Select setting with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’.

CLOCK SET: Same function as that in SETUP menu (P.16).

OFF

EXIT

PLAY ON CLIPBOARD menu

Select item

PLAY ON CLIPBOARD

GO TO REC CANCEL MARK AUDIO DUB.

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COPY INITIAL DISP.

SELECT

GO TO REC: Take clipboard pictures.

CANCEL MARK: Cancel zoom position. Select clipboard picture with ◄►. Cancel with ▼.

AUDIO DUB.: Add sound to previously-taken clipboard picture. Select clipboard picture with ◄►. Record/stop with ▼.

COPY: Copy single pictures from clipboard to card. (Zoom mark will not be copied.) Select clipboard picture with ◄► and press ▼. Select ‘YES’ with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’.

INITIAL DISP.: Same as in ‘REC ON CLIPBOARD’ (above)

EXIT

Default setting:

Applications (View)

Viewing as list

(Multi playback/Calendar playback)

You can view 9 (or 25) pictures at once (multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (calendar playback). (To view clipboard pictures as a list → P.59)

Set to

Set to multiple screen display

Picture no.Date recorded

Total no.

1/14

Scroll bar

Turn to W side

MAR.15.2007

MENU/SET

Note

Pictures edited on a computer

may not be displayed correctly or may show incorrect dates.

Only one month of pictures is

displayed on calendar screen. Pictures taken without clock settings are displayed with a date of January 1, 2007 (P.16).

When displaying pictures

taken on same day on 9 screens in calendar playback, selecting ‘ALL DELETE’ or ‘ALL DELETE EXCEPT ★’ will delete pictures taken on other days as well.

Cannot be displayed rotated.

Picture type

Delete

FAVORITE , MOTION PICTURE , BABY , PET , TRAVEL DATE , WORLD TIME , DATE STAMP

Turn lever to change between 1 screen

→ 9 screens → 25 screens → calendar screen.

To restore: Turn to T side.

Select date from calendar screen

SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

DAY MONTH

Month: ▲▼ Date: ◄►

Select picture with ▲▼◄► and press ‘MENU/SET’

Displayed on 9 screens.

Press ‘MENU/SET’ to restore to single

screen.

789310

212822

CANCEL

First picture from dateSelected date

1512

2007

SET

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Set to

Applications (View)

Viewing motion pictures/ pictures with audio

Select and play picture

Motion pictures

Motion picture icon

PLAY MOTION PICTURE

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1/3 25s

Recording time

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Operations during motion picture

playback

Pause (play, when already

Hold to rewind (single frame step while paused)

To adjust volume ‘VOLUME’ (P.22)

paused)

Hold to fast forward (single frame step while paused)

Stop

Pictures with audio

Audio icon

PLAY AUDIO

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Note

Pictures can be viewed using ‘QuickTime’ on the CD-ROM (supplied). Pictures taken on other devices may not be played back correctly. When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than usual. Playback zoom cannot be used during motion picture playback/pausing or audio playback. To create pictures with audio → ‘AUDIO REC.’ (P.53), ‘AUDIO DUB.’. (P.70)

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Elapsed time displayed while viewing

Applications (View)

Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only)

During playback, pause at desired moment

(see left for playback method)

To continue playback: ▲ To advance single frame: ◄►

To make single picture from single frame when paused (go to step )

To make single picture from 9 surrounding frames

Turn to W side

SELECT SAVE

To change no. of frames/second: Turn further to W side (turn to T side to

restore).

PICT.MODE Frames/sec

‘RESIZE’ (P.70) and ‘ASPECT CONV.’ (P.72) cannot be used for single

pictures created from 9 screens.

Create still picture

Press fully

Picture size of still pictures created

PICT.MODE 1 screen 9 screens

0.3M 2M

0.3M 1M 2M 2M

SAVE

30→15→10→5

10→5

Frame step: To advance by 3 frames:▲▼ To advance by 1 frame: ◄►

e.g. 15 frames: Display frames from each 1/15 second as still pictures

Select ‘YES’

SAVE AS A SINGLE PICTURE ?

SELECT SET

Highlight ‘YES’ in orange

‘QUALITY’ fixed to (P.53).

YES

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Applications (View)

Using PLAY menu

PLAY menu settings (P.18)

PLAY

DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE ROTATE DISP. ROTATE

SELECT EXIT

Pictures will be selected from built-in memory (not clipboard) if no

card is inserted.

OFF

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only)

Displays 2 pictures vertically. Useful for comparing pictures.

Select ‘DUAL DISPLAY’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) View pictures

Selected pictures outlined in orange

Select picture

picture

Move up

Move down

Return to single screen

Next picture

1/102007.3.15

EXIT

Reduce Expand

(Display zoom position for 1 sec)

Delete

selected picture

Same picture cannot be displayed in DUAL

DISPLAY.

SLIDE SHOW

Automatically scrolls through pictures during playback. Recommended for when viewing on TV screen.

Select ‘SLIDE SHOW’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select either ‘ALL’ or ‘ ’. (Go to step if ‘FAVORITE’ is OFF)

ALL: Play all

★: Play pictures set as FAVORITE (P.65)

ALL

ONROTATE DISP.

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

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PLAY

DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE

SELECT SET

Various playback and editing features for your pictures. Set mode dial to .

Select ‘START’

ALL SLIDE SHOW

START DURATION EFFECT AUDIO

CANCEL

SELECT

SET

2SEC.

OFF OFF

Operations during slide show

Pause/play

(not available with MANUAL)

Preferences Playback duration (sec) ‘MANUAL’ only available when ‘★’

selected

Picture change effect (not available with

‘MANUAL’)

Slide Diagonal From center to corners Random effect

picture

Stop

Next picture

Only while paused or during MANUAL

Set to ‘ON’ to play audio in pictures with

audio

Motion pictures cannot be played back in slide show.

FAVORITE

Mark your favorite pictures and enable the following functions.

Favorites-only slide show (P.64) Delete all except favorites (useful for when printing in shop, etc) (P.32)

Select ‘FAVORITE’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select ‘ON’ Select picture (repeat)

PLAY

DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE ROTATE DISP. ROTATE

SELECT

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

Close menu

To release all Select ‘CANCEL’ with ▼ in step → Select ‘YES’ with ▲, and

It may not be possible to set pictures taken with certain other devices as favorites. Setting/release can also be made with supplied software (P.11).

SET

OFF

CANCEL

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displayed when set (not

displayed when ‘OFF’).

● Up to 999 pictures can be

selected.

● To release → Press ▲ again.

press ‘MENU/SET’ → Press ‘MENU/SET’ to finish.

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Applications (View)

Using PLAY menu (Continued)

ROTATE DISP. ROTATE

Automatically rotate portrait pictures, manually rotate pictures by 90°.

ROTATE DISP.

Display with automatic rotation

Select ‘ROTATE DISP.’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18)

Select ‘ON’

OFF

PLAY

DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE ROTATE DISP. ROTATE

SELECT SET

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’.

When set to ‘OFF’, ‘ROTATE’ also

cannot be used.

ROTATE

Display with manual rotation

Select ‘ROTATE’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18)

Select picture

ROTATE

SELECT SET EXIT

Select direction to rotate

ROTATE

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1/3

‘ROTATE DISP.’ and ‘ROTATE’ cannot be

used with motion pictures.

‘ROTATE’ cannot be used with protected

CANCEL SELECT

: Rotate 90° clockwise : Rotate 90° anticlockwise

SET

pictures (P.69).

Some pictures taken facing up or facing

down may not be rotated automatically.

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’

twice.

It may not be possible to rotate pictures

taken with certain other devices. Pictures cannot be rotated during multi playback (P.61). Will only be displayed rotated on computer if in Exif-compatible (P.90) environment

(OS, software).

DATE STAMP

Picture date, age (P.42, 44), or TRAVEL DATE (P.48) stamped to bottom right of picture. Ideal for regular size printing.

Picture size will be reduced if greater than 3M.

ASPECT RATIO PICT. SIZE After DATE STAMP

4:3 7M, 5M (6M only for DMC-TZ2) 3M 3:2 7M (6M for DMC-TZ2), 4.5M 2.5M

16:9 6M (5.5M for DMC-TZ2), 3.5M 2M

Picture will become slightly grainier.

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Select ‘DATE STAMP’

Select ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’

from PLAY menu

(P.17, 18)

Select picture

SINGLE MULTI (up to 50 pictures)

DATE

STAMP

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1/13

SELECT SET

EXIT

Select items and make settings for each

DATE STAMP

SHOOTING DATE AGE TRAVEL DATE

CANCEL

SELECT

W/O TIME

OFF OFF

SET

DATE STAMP

10 11 12

SELECT SET/CANCEL

Select whether to delete original picture

(Screen varies according to picture size, etc)

Select ‘ON’ for AGE/

TRAVEL DATE stamp.

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

PLAY

DATE STAMP DPOF PRINT PROTECT AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET

SINGLE

MULTI

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

DATE STAMP setting

8 9

displayed where DATE

STAMP already set

To release setting: ▼

CANCEL

SET

DATE STAMP

IT WILL BE STAMPED ON THE PICTURE RESIZED TO . DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?

CANCEL SETSELECT

To complete settings: Press

‘MENU/SET’.

‘YES’: Apply DATE STAMP (Original picture

YES

deleted)

Select ‘NO’ for

protected pictures (P.69).

‘NO’: Create new picture with DATE

STAMP (Original picture remains)

Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, pictures taken without setting

clock, motion pictures, or pictures with audio.

After DATE STAMP is applied, pictures cannot be resized (P.70) or trimmed, (P.71),

and ASPECT CONV. (P.72), DATE STAMP and DPOF date printing settings cannot be

changed of pictures. Use playback zoom to check stamped date (P.31). Characters may be cut off on certain printers.

Do not make date printing settings in shop or on printer for pictures with date

stamps. (Date printing may be overlapping.)

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DPOF PRINT

Applications (View)

Using PLAY menu (Continued)

Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm

Select ‘DPOF PRINT’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’

PLAY

DATE STAMP DPOF PRINT PROTECT AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

SINGLE MULTI

CANCEL

Select picture and set number to print (repeat)

SINGLE

DPOF SET THIS

100-0001

DATE

1/13

No. to print Date print set

COUNT DATE

SELECT EXIT

DISPLAY

Date print setting/release: Press ‘DISPLAY’ (P.12).

(Cannot be set on pictures with date stamps (P.66).)

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice. To release all Select ‘CANCEL’ with ▼ in step → Select ‘YES’ with ▲, and

press ‘MENU/SET’ → Press ‘MENU/SET’ to finish.

When using PictBridge-compatible printers, check settings on actual printer as these may take priority over camera settings. To print from built-in memory at a shop, first copy pictures to card (P.73) before making settings. DPOF print settings may not be made to non-DCF (P.90) files. Settings can only be made for one picture at a time. If DPOF settings have been made on another device, release these first before making settings again with this camera. Date printing settings will be canceled when applying date stamps (P.66).

MULTI

DPOF SET MULTI

8 9

10 11 12

COUNT DATE

EXITSELECT

DATE

DISPLAY

No. to print Date print set

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PROTECT

Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures.

Select ‘PROTECT’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select ‘SINGLE’ or ‘MULTI’

PLAY

DATE STAMP DPOF PRINT PROTECT AUDIO DUB. RESIZE

SELECT SET

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

Select picture and make setting

SINGLE

PROTECT THIS

SELECT SET/CANCEL EXIT

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice. To release all Select ‘CANCEL’ with ▼ in step → Select ‘YES’ with ▲, and

May not be effective when using other devices. Formatting (P.73) will cause even protected files to be deleted. To cancel while releasing all: Press ‘MENU/SET’.

SINGLE MULTI

CANCEL

MULTI

100-0001

1/13

PROTECT SET MULTI

8 9

10 11 12

SELECT SET/CANCEL EXIT

Picture protected

T o release: ▼

press ‘MENU/SET’ → Press ‘MENU/SET’ to finish.

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AUDIO DUB.

Applications (View)

Using PLAY menu (Continued)

Add audio to previously taken pictures.

Select ‘AUDIO DUB.’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select image and start recording

AUDIO

DUB.

SELECT START

Stop recording

100-0001

EXIT

For files already with audio, select whether or not to

overwrite existing audio with ▲▼, and press ‘MENU/

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SET’.

Recording will automatically end after 10 seconds,

even if ▼ is not pressed.

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

Cannot be used with motion pictures or protected pictures (P.69). May not be compatible with pictures taken on other devices.

RESIZE

Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in homepages, etc. (Picture of minimum picture size for each aspect setting cannot be resized.)

Select ‘RESIZE’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select picture Select size

RESIZE

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1/13

SELECT SET

EXIT

Select whether to delete original picture

RESIZE

DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE ?

YES

CANCEL SETSELECT

‘YES’: Resize (Original picture deleted)

Select ‘NO’ for protected pictures (P.69).

‘NO’: Create new, resized picture (Original picture

remains)

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

Cannot be used with motion pictures, pictures with audio, or pictures with date stamp. May not be compatible with pictures taken on other devices.

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RESIZE

SELECT RESIZE

100-0001

EXIT

1/13

Current size Size after change

TRIMMING

Enlarge your pictures and trim unwanted areas.

Select ‘TRIMMING’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select picture

TRIMMING

100-0001

1/3

SELECT SET EXIT

Select area to trim

Expand Reduce

Change position

Trim

Select whether to delete original picture

TRIMMING

DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE ?

YES

CANCEL SETSELECT

YES’: Trim (Original picture deleted)

Select ‘NO’ for protected pictures (P.69).

‘NO’: Create new, trimmed picture (Original picture

remains)

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

Picture quality is reduced after trimming. Cannot be used with motion pictures, pictures with audio, or pictures with date stamp. May not be compatible with pictures taken on other devices.

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ASPECT CONV.

Applications (View)

Using PLAY menu (Continued)

Convert pictures taken in to or for printing. (P.51) (Cannot be used with pictures not taken in

Select ‘ASPECT CONV.’ from PLAY menu

(P.17, 18)

Select picture Select horizontal position and convert

ASPECT

CONV.

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SELECT

EXITSET

Select whether to delete original picture

ASPECT CONV.

DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE ?

YES

CANCEL SETSELECT

‘YES’: Convert aspect ratio (Original picture deleted)

Select ‘NO’ for protected pictures (P.69).

‘NO’: Create new picture with converted aspect ratio

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

Picture size may be increased after aspect ratio is changed. Cannot be used with motion pictures, pictures with audio, or non-DCF files (P.90). May not be compatible with pictures taken on other devices.

Select or

PLAY

TRIMMING ASPECT CONV. COPY

FORMAT

SELECT SET

ADJUST.

SHUTTER

SET :

(Original picture remains)

EXIT

(Screen example: DMC-TZ3)

Changes to outlined size

Move portrait pictures using ▲▼.

COPY

Copy between built-in memory and memory card, or from memory card to clipboard folder.

Select ‘COPY’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18) Select copy method (direction)

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PLAY

TRIMMING ASPECT CONV. COPY FORMAT

SELECT SET

: Copy all pictures (except clipboard) from

built-in memory to card (go to step ).

: Copy 1 picture at a time from card to built-in

memory.

Copy 1 picture at a time from card to clipboard folder (in built-in memory) (not motion pictures).

Select picture (for

Select ‘YES’ (Screen shown is example)

and )

COPY

SELECT SET

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EXIT

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COPY

COPY PICTURES FROM BUILT-IN MEMORY TO MEMORY CARD?

YES

SELECT SET

To cancel during

: Press

‘MENU/SET’.

To complete Press ‘MENU/SET’ twice.

To copy to a card, use a card with a capacity of at least 12.7MB. Copying pictures may take several minutes. Do not turn off power or perform other

operations during copying. DPOF settings (P.68) will not be copied if identical folder or file numbers are present in

the copy destination. Use ‘COPY’ on PLAY ON CLIPBOARD menu to copy clipboard pictures to card. (P.60) Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras may be copied.

FORMAT

Use when ‘BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR’ or ‘MEMORY CARD ERROR’ appears. This requires a sufficiently charged battery (P.14) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). To format built-in memory, first remove memory card. (If card is inserted, only card will be formatted.)

Select ‘FORMAT’ from PLAY menu (P.17, 18)

All picture data, including clipboard (P.58) and protected (P.69) pictures, will be deleted. Do not turn off power or perform other operations during formatting. Formatting the built-in memory may take several minutes. Press ‘MENU/SET’ to cancel

(all pictures will still be deleted). Consult your nearest Service Center if format cannot be successfully completed.

For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com

Select ‘YES’

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Connecting with other devices

Using with computer

Preparations: Ensure that you have a sufficiently-charged battery, or an AC adaptor Remove memory card if wishing to use built-in memory.

attached (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately).

Turn on power of both camera and computer Set to any mode except

Displayed during data transmission.

ACCESS

(Do not move the mode dial while connected to computer.)

Connect camera to computer

USB cable (always use cable supplied)

Align marks

and insert

Hold here

Check socket direction and insert straight in.

(Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty

operation.)

If using AC adaptor, turn off camera power before plugging in or removing.

Caution

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. If using Windows 98/98SE, install USB driver software when connecting for first time. For more details, consult the separate ‘PC connection’ or your computer operating manual. Do not disconnect the USB cable while ‘ACCESS’ is displayed. Turn off power and disconnect USB cable before inserting or removing memory cards.

When using USB cable with Windows 2000, use ‘ Safely Remove Hardware’

application in task tray before inserting card.

If the battery display flashes red, cancel the connection from your computer, and disconnect the USB cable. (Recharge the battery before reconnecting.) To play motion pictures on your computer

● Use the ‘QuickTime’ software on the supplied CD-ROM. (Installed as standard on Macintosh) If using Windows 98/98SE/Me, download and install ‘QuickTime 6.5.2 for PC’ from the

following website. http://www.apple.com/support/quicktime/

● Save motion pictures to your computer before viewing. Only built-in memory can be accessed if connecting in CLIPBOARD mode.

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Folder and file names on computer

Connect to your computer to save, print, and e-mail your pictures. (Using the supplied software is recommended. (P.11).)

Windows

Drives are displayed in ‘My Computer’ folder.

Macintosh

Drives are displayed on the desktop. (Displayed as ‘LUMIX’, ‘NO_NAME’, or ‘Untitled’.)

Folder structure

Built-in memory Card

(Still/motion pictures)

DCIM

100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder)

P1000001.JPG

P1000002.JPG

P1000999.JPG

101_PANA 999_PANA

MISC

(DPOF files)

PRIVATE1

MEMO0001.JPG

Folder no. File no. JPG: Still pictures MOV: Motion pictures

(clipboard pictures, P.58)

To reset file or folder numbers:

‘NO. RESET’ (P.22)

New folders are created in the

following cases:

● When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered 999.

● When using cards already containing the same folder number (including pictures taken with other cameras, etc)

● When recording after performing NO. RESET (P.22)

File may not be able to be played

back on camera after changing file name.

(Number can be changed without

changing number of digits.)

Connecting with PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)

If using Windows XP or Mac OS X, you can connect to your computer in PTP mode by

setting to PRINT mode

Pictures can only be read on computer from camera. It may not be possible to read if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card. The message (PLEASE RE-CONNECT THE PRINTER.) will be displayed if you set

to after connecting to your computer. Set the mode dial to a different mode, and reconnect the camera after ‘ACCESS’ disappears.

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Connecting with other devices

Printing

Preparations: Ensure that you have a sufficiently-charged battery, or an AC adaptor Remove memory card to use pictures in built-in memory.

(DMW-AC5PP, sold separately).

Adjust settings on your printer (print quality, etc) as required.

Turn on power of both camera and printer Set to Connect camera to printer Operate camera to print pictures (see right)

USB cable (always use cable supplied)

Align marks

and insert

Hold here

Check socket direction and insert straight in.

(Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty

operation.)

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Do not disconnect the USB cable when the cable disconnection icon is displayed (may not be displayed with some printers). Turn off power and disconnect USB cable before inserting or removing memory cards. If you have connected the camera without setting it to , remove the USB cable, and set the camera to before reconnecting. (Power may need to be reset on some printers.) If you change to a different mode after connecting, an error message will be displayed. Set the mode dial back to , cancel any printing, and disconnect the USB cable. To print clipboard pictures, first copy (P.60) to the memory card. If the battery display flashes red, cancel printing and disconnect the USB cable (reconnect again after charging battery). An orange ● displayed during printing indicates an error message. Check the printer. Print may be divided into different stints if printing several pictures.

(Remaining sheets display may differ from set number.)

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If using AC adaptor, turn off camera power before plugging in or removing.

You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing.

Printing single pictures

Printing multiple pictures

Select picture to print

PictBridge

SELECT MULTI PRINT

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PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT

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Select ‘PRINT START’

SINGLE SELECT

PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE NUM. OF PRINTS PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT

CANCEL

SELECT

SET

OFF 1

Select ‘MULTI PRINT’

PictBridge

PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT

SELECT MULTI PRINT

Select item

PictBridge

MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL DPOF PICTURE FAVORITE

See below for details

To cancel print Press ‘MENU/

SET’

Print settings → (P.78) Disconnect USB cable after printing.

Select ‘PRINT START’

MULTI SELECT

PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE NUM. OF PRINTS PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT

Select ‘YES’ if print confirmation screen is displayed.

Multiple picture printing items

Item Details

Scroll between pictures with ◄►, select pictures with ▼ (

MULTI SELECT

displayed) to print. Press ▼ again to release selection.

Press ‘MENU/SET’ when selection is complete. SELECT ALL Print all pictures. DPOF PICTURE Print pictures selected in ‘DPOF PRINT’. (P.68)

FAVORITE

Print pictures selected as ‘FAVORITE’.

(Displayed if ‘FAVORITE’ (P.65) set)

100-0001

SETSELECT CANCEL

SETSELECTCANCEL

1/3

OFF 1

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Connecting with other devices

Printing (Continued)

Print settings

Item Settings

PRINT WITH DATE OFF/ON NUM. OF PRINTS Set number of pictures

(printer takes priority)

L/3.5”×5” 2L/5”×7” POSTCARD

PAPER SIZE

PAGE LAYOUT

Items may not be selected if incompatible with printer. To print to paper sizes/layouts not supported by this camera, set to and make

settings on the printer. (Consult your printer’s operating manual.) e.g. To print the same picture 4 times on 1 sheet

Layout setting: (4 screens) Print copies: 4 (Setting print copies to 1 will print 4 different pictures.)

Date printing

● If printing in shop: Make DPOF settings (P.68) and request printing ‘with dates’.

● If using printer: Make DPOF settings (P.68) and use a printer compatible with date

printing.

● If using the supplied software: Set to ‘with dates’ in the print settings.

● Use the supplied software to print age for ‘BABY’ (P.42) or ‘PET’ (P.44) scene modes,

or days elapsed in ‘TRAVEL DATE’ (P.48). (These cannot be requested in shops.)

● Even if DPOF settings are made, dates may not be printed with some shops or

printers.

● Settings on the actual printer may be prioritized in some cases. Check the date

printing settings on your printer.

● Do not set date printing on pictures onto which ‘DATE STAMP’ (P.66) is applied,

otherwise date will be printed twice.

A4 CARD SIZE 10×15cm 4”×6” 8”×10” LETTER

(printer takes priority) / (1 picture, no border) /

(1 picture, with border) / (2 pictures) / (4

pictures)

(89 × 127 mm) (127 × 178 mm) (100 × 148 mm) (210 × 297 mm) (54 × 85.6 mm) (100 × 150 mm) (101.6 × 152.4 mm) (203.2 × 254 mm) (216 × 279.4 mm)

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Connecting with other devices

Viewing on TV screen

You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the supplied AV cable. Preparations: Turn off both camera and TV.

Set the TV aspect (P.22).

Connect camera to TV Turn on TV

Set to auxiliary input.

Turn on camera Set to

AV cable (always use cable supplied)

Yellow: To video socket White: To audio socket

Align marks

and insert

Hold here

Check socket direction and insert straight in.

(Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty

operation.)

If your TV has an SD memory card slot, you can view still pictures by inserting a card directly.

* Pictures may not be viewable from some

MultiMediaCards.

Note

Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. You can view pictures on TVs in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL

system when you set ‘VIDEO OUT’ in SETUP menu. Even if you set ‘VIDEO OUT’ to ‘PAL’, the output signal will still be NTSC in the recording mode.

Some televisions may cut off the edges of pictures, or not display them full screen.

Pictures rotated to portrait may be blurred slightly.

Change picture mode settings on TV if aspect ratios are not displayed correctly on

widescreen or high-definition televisions. Also consult TV operating manual. If problems such as picture flickering occur, set ‘VIDEO OUT’ (P.22) to ‘NTSC’.

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List of LCD monitor displays

14 13

F3.3 1/30

1 Recording mode (P.13) Flash mode (P.36) Optical image stabilizer (P.39)

2 AF area (P.54) 3 Focus (P.25) 4 Picture size (P.52)

Quality2 (P.53) Battery capacity (P.25)

5 Number of recordable pictures3 (P.92) 6 Save destination (P.26) 7 Recording state 8 Histogram (P.33)

COOL

6 5

Icons can also be

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In recording

4 5 6 7 8

9 10

3 4

displayed on edge of screen.5 (P.33)

9 Travel date (P.48) 10 Aperture value (P.25)

Shutter speed (P.25) Intelligent ISO mode (P.46) Elapsed recording time (P.47) 11 Current date/time Zoom (P.27) 12 High angle mode (P.34) Power LCD (P.34) Metering mode (P.53) Slow shutter (P.56) Auto bracket5 (P.38) Exposure compensation (P.38) Zoom Resume (P.20)

13 Spot metering target (P.53) 14 Spot AF area (P.54)

CLIPBOARD mode (P.58)

Clipboard recording mode

Clipboard playback transfer guide

MOTION PICTURE mode (P.47)

2 3

Available recording time

White balance (P.50)

1 ISO sensitivity (P.51) / / ISO LIMIT Jitter alert (P.24) 2 Burst mode (P.54) Continuous AF (P.55) Color mode (P.57) Audio recording (P.53)

3 Travel elapsed days (P.48) 4 Age in years/months (P.42) 5 Self-timer mode (P.35) 6 AF assist lamp (P.56)

Tele Macro (P.46)

DMC-TZ3 only.

Displays available pictures/time (sec)

remaining.

(‘+999’ displayed if 1000 pictures/seconds or

more.)

1 23

13 12

11 10

9 8

PLAY AUDIO

3RD DAY

F3.31/30

10:00 MAR.15.2007

4 5

AWB

PLAYBACK mode1 (P.13) Number of DPOF prints (P.68) 2 Protected picture (P.69) Picture with audio/Motion pictures (P.62) 3 Picture size (P.52) Quality2 (P.53) Battery capacity (P.25) 4 Folder/File number Save destination (P.26) Picture number/Total pictures

In SIMPLE MODE

123

17 16

15 14

1 Flash mode (P.36) 2 Focus (P.28) 3 Picture mode (P.29)

Jitter alert (P.24)

5 6 7 8

101112

In playback

5 Histogram (P.33)

Cable disconnection warning icon (P.76)

6 Favorites settings3 (P.65) 7 Recorded date and time 8 Destination settings (P.49) 9 Recording information

1 month 10 days

10 Power LCD (P.34) 11 Travel elapsed days (P.48) 12 Audio playback5 (P.62) 13 Date stamp display6 (P.66)

Favorites (P.65)

CLIPBOARD mode (P.58) 1 Clipboard playing mode 4 Clipboard recording transfer guide 6 Zoom mark

MOTION PICTURE mode (P.62) 2 3 Elapsed playback time

PLAY MOTION

PICTURE

4 Battery capacity (P.25) 5 Number of recordable pictures (P.92) 6 Save destination (P.26) 7 Recording state 8 Travel date (P.48) 9 Backlight compensation 10 Self-timer mode (P.35) 11 Travel elapsed days (P.48) 12 Current date/time

Zoom (P.27) Destination settings (P.49)

13 Backlight compensation (P.28) 14 Power LCD (P.34) 15 Zoom Resume (P.20) 16 AF assist lamp (P.56)

Tele Macro (P.46) 17 AF area (P.54)

Age in years/months (P.42)

BACKLIGHT

(P.28)

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Others

Message displays

THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED

Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory

card. (P.26)

NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY

Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures.

THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED

Release the protection before deleting, etc. (P.69)

SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED/THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED

Non-DCF images (P.90) cannot be deleted.

→ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device), and ‘FORMAT’ (P.73) card

to delete.

NO ADDITIONAL DELETE SELECTIONS CAN BE MADE

The number of pictures that can be deleted at once has been exceeded. More than 999 pictures have been set as ‘FAVORITE’. The number of pictures than can be date stamped at once has been exceeded.

CANNOT BE SET ON THIS PICTURE

DPOF settings cannot be made for non-DCF images (P.90).

PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN

Force has been applied to lens (or other component) and camera could not operate

correctly. → Turn on power again. (Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center if display still remains)

SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE COPIED/COPY COULD NOT BE COMPLETED

Pictures cannot be copied in following cases.

● Picture of same name already exists in copy destination.

● File is not of DCF standard (P.90).

● Picture taken or edited on a different device.

BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR FORMAT BUILT-IN MEMORY?

Displayed when formatting built-in memory via computer, etc.

→ Reformat directly using camera (P.73).

MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?

Format cannot be recognized on this camera.

→ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device), and ‘FORMAT’ (P.73).

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Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor.

MEMORY CARD ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD

Access to card has failed.

→ Insert card again.

MEMORY CARD ERROR MEMORY CARD PARAMETER ERROR

Card is not of SD standard. Only SDHC memory cards can be used for capacities of

4GB or greater.

READ ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD

Data read has failed.

→ Check whether card has been inserted correctly (P.15).

WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD

Data write has failed.

→ Turn off power and remove card, before re-inserting and turning on power again.

Card may possibly be damaged.

MOTION RECORDING WAS CANCELLED DUE TO THE LIMITATION OF THE WRITING SPEED OF THE CARD

If ‘PICT.MODE’ is set to ‘30fps VGA’ or ‘30fps 16:9’, use a card of at least 10 MB/s (as

marked on packaging, etc). (P.47)

Motion picture recording may be automatically terminated with certain cards.

A FOLDER CANNOT BE CREATED

Folder numbers in use have reached 999 (P.75).

→ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device), and ‘FORMAT’ (P.73).

Folder number is reset to 100 when performing ‘NO.RESET’ (P.22).

PICTURE IS DISPLAYED FOR 4:3 TV/PICTURE IS DISPLAYED FOR 16:9 TV

AV cable is connected to camera.

● To remove message immediately → Press ‘MENU/SET’.

● To change aspect ratio → Change ‘TV ASPECT’ (P.22). USB cable is only connected to camera.

→ Message disappears when cable is also connected to another device (P.74, 76).

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Printing Pictures Memory Card

Recording

MAR/15/2007

Others

Q&A Troubleshooting

FAQ

Which cards can I use?

See (P.15) for types, and (P.92) for recording

capacities.

Using Panasonic cards is recommended.

How can I easily send pictures to my computer?

Connect the camera to your computer using the

supplied USB cable (P.74) to copy (drag & drop) picture files to your computer hard disk. (You can also use the supplied software ‘LUMIX Simple Viewer.)

Use a USB reader-writer.

Pictures appear dark or have poor coloring

Adjust the exposure (P.38). Use W. BALANCE to adjust the coloring.

(e.g. Use ‘AWB’ for fluorescent lighting and for

incandescent lighting.)

If this is still insufficient, try ‘Setting white balance

manually ’ (P.50).

How do I get the date printed?

Use DATE STAMP before printing (P.66). (Do not make date printing settings.) In shop: Make DPOF settings (P.68), and request

printing ‘with dates’.

With printer: Make DPOF settings (P.68), and use a

printer compatible with date printing.

With supplied software (P.11): Select ‘with dates’

within print settings.

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Try checking these items (P.84-89) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using ‘RESET’ in SETUP menu (P.22).)

Battery, power

Camera does not work even if power is turned on.

Battery is not inserted correctly (P.15), or needs recharging (P.14).

LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on.

Camera is set to ‘POWER SAVE’ or ‘ECONOMY’ (P.20).

→ Press shutter button halfway to release.

Battery needs recharging (P.14).

Camera switches off as soon as power is turned on.

Battery needs recharging (P.14). Camera is set to ‘POWER SAVE’ (P.20). Camera was left with power on (battery needs recharging).

→ Use ‘POWER SAVE’ or ‘ECONOMY’ (P.20).

Recording

Cannot record pictures.

Mode dial is not set to a recording mode. Built-in memory/card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (P.32).

Recorded pictures look white.

Lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc).

→ Turn on power to extract lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

Lens is foggy (P.10).

Recorded pictures are too bright/too dark.

Pictures taken in dark locations, or bright subjects (snow, bright conditions, etc)

occupy most of the screen. (Brightness of LCD monitor may differ from that of actual picture) → Adjust the exposure (P.38).

2-3 pictures are taken when I press the shutter button just once.

Camera set to use ‘AUTO BRACKET’ (DMC-TZ3 only) or ‘BURST’ in REC menu.

Focus not aligned correctly.

Not set to mode appropriate for distance to subject. (Focus range varies according to

recording mode.) Subject outside of focus range. Caused by jitter or subject movement (P.39, 46).

Recorded pictures are blurred. Optical image stabilizer ineffective.

Shutter speed is slower in dark locations and Optical image stabilizer is less effective.

→ Hold camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body (P.24).

Use a tripod and the self-timer (P.35) when using ‘SLOW SHUTTER’ (P.56).

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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued)

Recording (continued)

Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference.

ISO sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low.

(Default SENSITIVITY setting is ‘AUTO’ – interference may appear with indoor

pictures.) → Lower ‘SENSITIVITY’ (P.51). → Set ‘COL. MODE’ to ‘NATURAL’ (P.57) → Take pictures in brighter locations.

Camera set to ‘HIGH SENS.’ scene mode (P.44).

(Picture becomes slightly coarser in response to high sensitivity)

Brightness or coloring of recorded picture different from real life.

Taking pictures under fluorescent lighting may require a faster shutter speed and

result in slightly changed brightness or coloring, but this is not a fault.

Reddish vertical line (smear) appears during recording.

This is a characteristic of CCD and may appear if subject contains

brighter areas. Some blurring may occur around these areas, but this is

not a fault. (This will be recorded in motion pictures, but not in still pictures.)

Motion picture recording stops midway.

Using MultiMediaCard (not compatible with motion picture recording). ‘PICT. MODE’ set to ‘30fps VGA’ or ‘30fps 16:9’ (P.47).

→ Use a card of at least 10MB/s (as marked on packaging, etc).

With some cards, access display may appear briefly after recording, and recording

may end midway.

LCD monitor

Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on.

Camera set to ‘ECONOMY’ (P.20).

(LCD monitor shuts off during flash recharging)

After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture can be recorded.

(Maximum built-in memory usage approx. 6 sec)

Brightness is unstable.

Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway.

(Does not affect recorded picture.)

Monitor flickers indoors.

Monitor may flicker after turning on (prevents influence from fluorescent lighting).

Monitor is too bright/too dark.

Adjust LCD monitor brightness (P.20). Camera set to ‘POWER LCD’ or ‘HIGH ANGLE’ (P.34). Monitor may darken when internal temperature is low. Monitor will brighten again

when temperature rises.

Black/blue/red/green dots or interference appears. Monitor looks distorted when touched.

This is not a fault, and will not be recorded on the actual pictures, so there is no need

to worry.

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LCD monitor (continued)

Date/age is not displayed.

Current date, TRAVEL DATE (P.48), and ages in ‘BABY’(P.42) and ‘PET’ (P.44) scene

modes are only displayed for approx. 5 sec after start-up, setting changes, or mode changes. They cannot be always displayed.

Flash

No flash emitted.

Flash set to ‘FORCED OFF ’ (P.36). When set to ‘AUTO ’, flash may not be emitted in certain conditions. Flash cannot be emitted in MOTION PICTURE mode , or the ‘SCENERY’, ‘NIGHT

SCENERY’ (P.42), ‘FIREWORKS’, ‘STARRY SKY’, ‘AERIAL PHOTO’, and ‘HIGH SENS.’ (P.44) scene modes.

Two flashes emitted

Red-eye reduction is active (P.36).

(Flashes twice to prevent eyes appearing red.)

Playback

Pictures have been rotated.

‘ROTATE DISP.’ is set to ‘ON’ (P.66).

(Automatically rotates pictures from portrait to landscape. Some pictures taken facing

up or facing down may be interpreted as being portrait.)

→ Rotate with ‘ROTATE DISP.’ (P.66).

Cannot view pictures.

Mode dial is not set to . No pictures in built-in memory or card (pictures played from card if inserted, from built-

in memory if not).

Folder/file number displayed as ‘-’. Picture is black.

Picture edited on computer or taken on different device. Battery removed immediately after picture taken, or picture taken with low battery.

→ Use ‘FORMAT’ to delete (P.73).

Incorrect date displayed in calendar playback.

Picture edited on computer or taken on different device. ‘CLOCK SET’ is incorrect (P.16).

(Incorrect date may be displayed in calendar playback on pictures copied to computer

and then back to camera, if computer and camera dates differ.)

Depending on the subject, an interference fringe may appear on the screen.

This is called moire. This is not a malfunction.

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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued)

TV, computer, printer

No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored.

Not connected correctly (P.79). TV input setting not set to auxiliary input. ‘VIDEO OUT’ not set to ‘NTSC’ (P.22).

TV screen display different to LCD monitor.

Aspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televisions.

Cannot play motion pictures on TV.

Card is inserted into TV.

→ Connect with AV cable (supplied) and play on camera (P.79).

Picture is not displayed on full TV screen.

Check ‘TV ASPECT’ settings (P.22).

Cannot send pictures to computer.

Not connected correctly (P.74).

Check whether computer has recognized camera. (See separate ‘PC connection’)

Computer does not recognize card (only reads built-in memory).

Disconnect USB cable and reconnect with card in place.

I want to play computer pictures on my camera.

Use the supplied software PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer- to copy pictures from computer

to camera. To save to clipboard, use software to copy from computer to card, then

copy to clipboard folder with ‘COPY’ (P.73) in PLAY menu.

Cannot print when connecting to printer.

Printer not compatible with PictBridge. Mode dial not set to .

Edges cut off pictures when printing.

Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing.

(Consult printer operating manual.)

Pictures taken on ‘ASPECT RATIO’ (P.51).

→ If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed.

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Menu not displayed in desired language.

Change ‘LANGUAGE’ setting (P.22).

Camera rattles if shaken.

This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault.

Cannot set ‘AUTO REVIEW’.

Cannot be set when any of the following are in use: ‘AUTO BRACKET’ (DMC-TZ3

only) (P.38), ‘BURST’ (P.54), ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode (P.42), MOTION PICTURE mode (P.47), or ‘AUDIO REC.’ (P.53).

Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations.

‘AF ASSIST LAMP’ set to ‘ON’ (P.56).

AF ASSIST LAMP is not illuminated.

‘AF ASSIST LAMP’ is set to ‘OFF’ (P.56). Not illuminated in bright locations or when using ‘SCENERY’, ‘NIGHT SCENERY’,

‘SELF PORTRAIT’ (P.42), ‘FIREWORKS’, or ‘AERIAL PHOTO’ (P.44) scene modes.

Camera is hot.

Camera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or

quality.

Lens makes a clicking noise.

When brightness changes, the lens may make a clicking noise and the monitor

brightness may also change, but this is due to aperture settings being made.

(Does not affect recording.)

Clock is incorrect.

Camera has been left for a long period. → Reset the clock (P.16). (Date will be set to ‘0:00 0. 0. 0’ for pictures if clock is not set.)

Long time was taken to set clock (clock behind by this amount).

When using zoom, picture becomes slightly warped and the edges of the subject become colored.

Pictures may be slightly warped or colored around the edges, depending on the zoom

ratio, but this is not a fault (P.27).

File numbers are not recorded in sequence.

File numbers are reset when new folders are created (P.75).

File numbers have jumped backwards.

Battery was removed/inserted with power on. (Numbers may jump backwards if folder/file numbers are not correctly recorded.)

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Usage cautions and notes

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-AC5PP; 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.

Do not extend the supplied cord or cable. Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can

cause surface damage or coating to peel).

Only use files from other devices if compatible with Design Rule for Camera File

system (Pictures are based on DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) and Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format) standards, by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)).

Caring for your camera

Disconnect battery/AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). Do not use benzene, thinners, alcohol, kitchen detergent, or chemically treated cloth

(can cause surface damage or coating to peel).

Wipe away dust or fingerprints with soft, dry cloth. Clear stubborn stains or rain/sea

water stains with a thoroughly wrung cloth, before wiping with a dry cloth.

When not using for a while

Remove battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through

over-discharge). Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries

in cool (15 °C-25 °C (59 °F-77 °F)) places with low humidity (40 %-60 %) and no

major temperature changes. Charge battery once per year and use completely once before storing again.

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Memory cards

To prevent damage to cards and data

● Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static

electricity.

● Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts.

● Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. When disposing of/transferring memory cards

● If using the ‘format’ or ‘delete’ functions on your camera or computer, this only

changed the file management information, and does not completely delete the data from within the memory card. When disposing of or transferring your memory cards, we recommend physically destroying the memory card itself, or using commercially available computer data erasing software to completely delete the data from the card. Data within memory cards should be managed responsibly.

Battery

Store battery in battery carrying case after use. Do not use if damaged or dented (especially connectors),

e.g. by dropping (can cause faults).

The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance

with battery recycling laws. Call the RBRC hotline at 1-800822-8837 for information.

Estimated recording capacity of 270 [300

is based on the following CIPA 2 standards.

1 DMC-TZ2 CIPA standards:

● Using Panasonic SD memory card (16MB) ●Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity

50 % ●NORMAL PICTURE mode ●LCD monitor ON ●STABILIZER (MODE1) ●First picture taken 30 sec after power turned on ●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

CIPA = Camera & Imaging Products Association

When charging

● Remove any dirt on connectors with dry cloth.

● Keep at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference).

● Noises may be emitted from inside, but this is not a fault.

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

place).

] pictures (P.14)

SDHC Logo is a trademark. Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. Elmar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions

are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

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Recording picture/time capacity

Recording picture capacity (still pictures)

Varies according to following settings.

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

Built-in memory

16 MB 37485108161327214068110 32 MB 7 16 9 19 11 23 18 36 29 58 45 85 145 230 64 MB 16 34 20 40 24 48 38 75 61 120 93 175 290 480

Memory

128 MB 35 69 41 82 50 99 78 150 125 240 190 350 600 970 256 MB 68 135 81 160 98 190 150 290 240 470 370 690 1170 1900

card

512 MB 135 270 160 320 195 380 300 590 480 940 730 1370 2320 3770

1 GB 270 540 320 640 390 770 600 1180 970 1880 1470 2740 4640 7550 2 GB 550 1090 660 1270 790 1530 1220 2360 1920 3610 2920 5120 8780 12290 4 GB 1090 2150 1290 2510 1560 3010 2410 4640 3770 7090 5740 10050 17240 24130

∗

(3072 × 2304)

26374 9 715122419 36 61100

∗

(2816 × 2112)

∗

5M EZ

(2560 × 1920)

(2048 × 1536)

3M EZ

2M EZ

(1600 × 1200)

1M EZ

(1280 × 960)

0.3M EZ

(640 × 480)

Extended optical zoom (P.27) can be used for picture sizes indicated with ‘EZ’ (except in ‘HIGH SENS.’ scene mode (P.44)).

Recording picture capacity

(still pictures)

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

Built-in memory

16 MB 3 4 18 110 32 MB 7 9 40 230 64 MB 16 20 83 480

Memory

128 MB 35 41 165 970 256 MB 68 81 330 1900

card

512 MB 135 160 650 3770

1 GB 270 320 1310 7550 2 GB 550 660 2560 12290 4 GB 1090 1290 5020 24130

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Recording time capacity

(motion pictures)

SIMPLE MODE

∗1∗

2 3 16 100

PICT.MODE

Built-in memory

16 MB 32 MB 64 MB

card

128 MB 256 MB 512 MB

Memory

30fpsVGA 10fpsVGA

——

6 sec 26 sec 17 sec 59 sec 39 sec 2 min

1 min 23 sec 4 min 10 sec 2 min 45 sec 8 min 10 sec 5 min 30 sec 16 min 20 sec

1 GB 2 GB 4 GB

11 min 32 min 50 sec

22 min 30 sec 1 hr 7 min 44 min 20 sec 2 hr 11 min

Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly.

ASPECT RATIO ( ) (P.51) PICT.SIZE (0.3MEZ-7M) (P.52) QUALITY (picture quality : high : standard) (P.53)

: DMC-TZ3

: DMC-TZ2

∗

(3216 × 2144)

∗

(2976 × 1984)

4.5M EZ

(2560 × 1712)

(2048 × 1360)

2.5M EZ

∗

(3328 × 1872)

(3072 × 1728)

5.5M

∗

3.5M EZ

(2560 × 1440)

2M EZ

(1920 × 1080)

363751081637486121122 3748512918374107141225

816 91913262040 918102115312753 16 35 20 40 27 54 43 83 19 35 22 45 32 64 57 105 35 71 42 82 56 110 88 165 35 79 46 92 66 130 115 220 70 140 82 160 110 210 170 330 78 150 91 180 130 250 230 430

140 270 160 320 210 430 340 650 155 300 180 350 250 510 450 860 280 550 320 640 440 860 680 1310 310 610 360 710 520 1020 910 1720 560 1110 660 1300 890 1700 1360 2560 630 1220 730 1420 1040 2040 1800 3410

1110 2190 1310 2560 1740 3350 2680 5020 1240 2410 1450 2800 2040 4020 3540 6700

30fpsQVGA 10fpsQVGA 30fps16:9 10fps16:9

23 sec 1 min 13 sec — — 26 sec 1 min 23 sec 5 sec 22 sec 59 sec 2 min 55 sec 14 sec 50 sec

2 min 6 min 33 sec 1 min 46 sec 4 min 10 sec 12 min 20 sec 1 min 11 sec 3 min 35 sec 8 min 10 sec 24 min 2 min 20 sec 7 min

16 min 20 sec 47 min 50 sec 4 min 40 sec 14 min 32 min 50 sec 1 hr 35 min 9 min 20 sec 28 min 10 sec

1 hr 7 min 3 hr 15 min 19 min 20 sec 57 min 30 sec

2 hr 11 min 6 hr 22 min 38 min 1 hr 53 min

PICT.MODE (P.47)

Picture smoothness

(fps: frames per second)

30 fps 10 fps

Smooth

smooth

Picture size

16:9 VGA QVGA

Wide Large Small

For e-mail attachments or

longer recording

A maximum of approx. 2 GB

can be recorded in any one session.

(Screen display also up to

2 GB)

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Others

Specifications

Digital Camera: Information for your safety

Power Source DC 5.1 V

Power Consumption

Camera effective pixels Image sensor DMC-TZ3: 1/2.35” CCD, total pixel number 8,500,000 pixels

Lens Optical 10 x zoom Digital zoom Max.4 x

Extended optical zoom Max. 15 x (DMC-TZ3)/Max. 13.8 x (DMC-TZ2) Focus Normal/Macro

Focus range

Normal 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/2 m (6.56 feet) (Tele) to Macro/Simple/Motion picture/

Intelligent ISO/Clipboard

Scene mode There may be difference in above settings. Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter Motion picture recording 848 × 480 pixels*/640 × 480 pixels* /320 × 240 pixels

Burst recording

Burst speed DMC-TZ3:

Number of recordable

pictures

ISO sensitivity AUTO/100/200/400/800/1250 Shutter speed 8 to 1/2000th

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

Metering mode Multiple/Center weighted/Spot LCD monitor

Flash

When recording: 1.7 W (DMC-TZ3)/1.4 W (DMC-TZ2) When playing back: 0.8 W

DMC-TZ3: 7,200,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 6,000,000 pixels DMC-TZ2: 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 7,390,000 pixels

Primary color filter f=4.6 mm to 46 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3 to F4.9

9-area-focusing/3-area-focusing (High speed)/ 1-area-focusing (High speed)/1-area-focusing/Spot-focusing

5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/ 1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to

(*Only when using an SD Memory Card) (30 or 10 frames/second with audio. The maximum recording time depends on the capacity of the built-in memory or the card.)

3 frames/second (High speed), 2 frames/second (Low speed),

Approx. 2 frames/second (Unlimited)

DMC-TZ2:

Approx. 2 frames/second (Unlimited)

DMC-TZ3:

Max. 7 frames (Standard), max. 5 frames (Fine),

Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in memory or the card (Unlimited).

DMC-TZ2:

Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in memory or the card. [HIGH SENS.] mode: 3200 [STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds

Motion picture mode: 1/30th to 1/20000th

Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, -2 EV to +2 EV)

DMC-TZ3:

3.0” low-temperature polycrystalline TFT LCD (Approx. 230,000 pixels) (field of view ratio about 100 %)

DMC-TZ2:

2.5” low-temperature polycrystalline TFT LCD (Approx. 207,000 pixels) (field of view ratio about 100 %)

Flash range: (ISO AUTO) Approx.60 cm (1.97 feet) to 4.2 m (13.8 feet) (Wide) AUTO, AUTO/Red-eye reduction, Forced flash ON (Forced flash ON/ Red-eye reduction), Slow sync./Red-eye reduction, Forced OFF

(2 m (6.56 feet) unless max.T)

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Microphone Monaural Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 12.7 MB)/SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/

Picture size

Still picture

Motion pictures

(*Only when using an SD Memory Card)

Quality Fine/Standard Recording file format

Still Picture JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 Still pictures with audio JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.21 Motion pictures QuickTime Motion JPEG

Interface Digital: USB 2.0 (Full Speed)

Terminal DIGITAL/AV OUT: Dedicated jack (8 pin)

Dimensions (excluding the projection part)

Mass Excluding card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 232 g (8.18 oz)/

Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity 10 % to 80 %

Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for your safety

Output CHARGE 4.2 V 0.8 A Input 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A

Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGA-S007A): Information for your safety

Voltage/capacity 3.7 V 1000 mAh

MultiMediaCard (Still pictures only)

When the aspect ratio setting is [

DMC-TZ3:

3072 × 2304 pixels / 2560×1920 pixels / 2048×1536 pixels /

1600 × 1200 pixels / 1280 × 960 pixels / 640 × 480 pixels

DMC-TZ2:

2816 × 2112 pixels / 2048 × 1536 pixels / 1600 × 1200 pixels /

1280 × 960 pixels / 640 × 480 pixels

When the aspect ratio setting is [

DMC-TZ3: 3216 × 2144 pixels / 2560 × 1712 pixels / 2048 × 1360 pixels DMC-TZ2: 2976 × 1984 pixels / 2560 × 1712 pixels / 2048 × 1360 pixels

When the aspect ratio setting is [ ]

DMC-TZ3: 3328 × 1872 pixels / 2560 × 1440 pixels / 1920 × 1080 pixels DMC-TZ2: 3072 × 1728 pixels / 2560 × 1440 pixels / 1920 × 1080 pixels

848 × 480 pixels* /640 × 480 pixels* /320 × 240 pixels

standard)/DPOF corresponding standard) + QuickTime

Analog video/audio: NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu)/Audio line output (monaural)

DC IN: Dedicated jack (2 pin)

DMC-TZ3: Approx. 105.0 mm (W) × 59.2 mm (H) × 36.7 mm (D)

[4.13” (W) × 2.33” (H) × 1.44” (D)]

DMC-TZ2: Approx. 105.0 mm (W) × 59.2 mm (H) × 36.3 mm (D)

[4.13” (W) × 2.33” (H) × 1.43” (D)]

With card and battery: DMC-TZ3 Approx. 257 g (9.06 oz)/

DMC-TZ2 Approx. 247 g (8.71 oz)

]

DMC-TZ2 Approx. 222 g (7.83 oz)

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Others

Optional accessories

Product name: Battery Pack Product no.: CGA-S007A

Performance identical to supplied

battery pack.

Recommended for taking on holiday,

etc.

Product name: Leather Case Product no.: DMW-CT3

Product name: Semi Hard Case Product no.: DMW-CHTZ3

Product name: SDHC Memory Card Product no.: 4 GB: RP-SDR04GU1K Product name: SD Memory Card Product no.: 2 GB: RP-SDK02GU1A, RP-SDR02GU1A 1 GB: RP-SDK01GU1A, RP-SDH01GU1A,

RP-SDR01GU1A 512 MB: RP-SDK512U1A, RP-SDR512U1A 256 MB: RP-SDH256U1A, RP-SDR256U1A 128 MB: RP-SD128BU1A 64 MB: RP-SD064BPPA

SDHC memory cards

New standards set in 2006 by SD Association for high-capacity memory cards

exceeding 2 GB.

Can be used on SDHC memory card-compatible devices, but not on devices only

compatible with SD memory cards.

Product name: AC adaptor Product no.: DMW-AC5PP

Product name: Marine Case Product no.: DMW-MCTZ3

Refer to P.14 for information about the battery charging time and the number of

recordable pictures.

Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local

dealer.

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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers)

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Digital Camera Model #

2. Items Ordered

Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling 6.95

Total Enclosed

3.Method of payment (check one)

Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES

(Please do not send cash)

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

Ship T o: Mr. Mrs. Ms.

First Last Street Address

City State Zip

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

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

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

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

THE FOLLOWING:

[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]

ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

Phone#: Day ( )

Night ( )

In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.

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Request for Service Notice (For USA Only)

Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.

Request for Service Notice:

(USA Only)

Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:

Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

In the unlikely event this product needs service.

• Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)

• To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting.

1590 T ouhy Ave.

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Limited Warranty (For USA Only)

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Digital Still Camera

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

PRODUCT OR PART NAME PARTS LABOR DIGITAL STILL CAMERA

(EXCEPT ITEMS LISTED BELOW)

CCD 6 (SIX) MONTHS 90 (NINETY) DAYS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

PACK (IN EXCHANGE FOR

DEFECTIVE BATTERY PACK)

SD MEMORY CARD

(IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE SD CARD)

1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

90 (NINETY) DAYS NOT APPLICABLE

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

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Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel

to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL

EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

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Panasonic DMC-TZ2, DMC-TZ3 Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Before use

Standard Accessories

Names of parts

Preparations

Charging battery

Inserting battery and card

Setting the clock and language

Know the different menus

Using menus

Using SETUP menu

Basics

Taking pictures

Taking pictures with zoom

Taking pictures with SIMPLE MODE

Viewing your pictures (Play)

Deleting pictures

Applications (Record)

Changing recording information display

Making LCD monitor easier to see

Taking pictures with self-timer

Taking pictures with flash

Taking pictures with exposure compensation

Optical image stabilizer

Taking pictures according to the scene

Taking motion pictures

Useful features for travel

Using REC menu

Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD)

Viewing motion pictures/ pictures with audio

Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only)

Using PLAY menu

Connecting with other devices

Using with computer

Printing

Viewing on TV screen

Others

List of LCD monitor displays

Message displays

Q&A Troubleshooting

Usage cautions and notes

Recording picture/time capacity

Specifications

Optional accessories

Request for Service Notice (For USA Only)

Limited Warranty (For USA Only)