Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LS2 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-LS2

Before connecting, operating or

adjusting this product, please read

the instructions completely.

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

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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Before Use

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.

Information for Your Safety

• Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

• SD Logo is a trademark.

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

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES AND DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

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.

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FCC Note: (U.S. only)

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

FCC Caution: To assure continued

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

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

Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-LS2 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

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-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

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

differences. Wipe the condensation with a soft, dry cloth.

• If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases.

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.

∫ Care of the camera

• Do not strongly shake or bump the camera. The camera may stop operating

normally, pictures may not be recorded or the lens may be damaged.

• Sand or dust may cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or dust does not get into the lens or the terminals when using the camera on a beach etc.

• Make sure that water does not get into the camera when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.

• If water or seawater splashes on the camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe the camera again with a dry cloth.

∫ About the LCD monitor

• Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction.

• Condensation may form on the LCD monitor in places with large temperature

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∫ About the Lens

• Do not press the lens with excessive force.

• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as it may cause the camera to malfunction. Also, be careful when you leave the camera outside or near a window.

∫ About Condensation (When the lens

is fogged up)

• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes as described below. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction. – When the camera is taken from the cold

outdoors to the warm indoors.

– When the camera is taken from outside

to inside an air-conditioned car.

– When cool wind from an air conditioner

etc. blows directly on the camera.

– In humid places

• To prevent condensation, put the camera in a plastic bag until the temperature of the camera is close to the ambient

temperature. If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

∫ When not using the camera for a long

period of time

• Store the batteries in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature. [Recommended temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%]

• Always remove the batteries and the card from the camera.

• If the batteries are left inserted in the camera they will discharge as a weak electric current passes through them even if the camera is turned off. [Read P13 for information about Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries.]

• We recommend storing the camera with a desiccant (silica gel) when you keep it in a closet or a cabinet.

Before Use

About The Mode Dial

Adjust part A to the desired mode. The mode dial can be rotated 360o. Rotate it slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. (Do not adjust it to parts where there is no mode.)

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: Normal picture mode (P23)

Use this mode for normal recording.

: Economy mode (P46)

This mode allows you to take pictures while reducing battery power consumption.

: Macro mode (P47)

This mode allows you to take a close-up picture of a subject.

: Motion picture mode (P54)

This mode allows you to record motion pictures.

: Scene mode 1 : Scene mode 2 (P48)

This mode allows you to match the picture to the scene being recorded. Two frequently used scenes can be set to the mode dials [ ] and [ ].

: Simple mode (P26)

This mode is recommended for beginners.

: Playback mode (P32)

This mode allows you to play back recorded pictures.

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Before Use

∫ About indications in these operating

instructions

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Modes indicated here allow you to use the functions or settings described on this page. Set the mode dial to any of the modes to use the functions or settings.

Convenient or helpful information for use of the camera is described.

∫ About illustrations in these operating

instructions

Please note that the appearance of the product, the illustration or the menu screen are a little different from those in actual use.

∫ About illustrations of the cursor

button

In these operating instructions, the operations on the cursor button are described as illustrated as shown. e.g.: When you press the 4 button

SET

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Contents

Before Use

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

About The Mode Dial ................................5

Preparation

Standard Accessories ............................... 9

Names of the Components .......................9

Quick Guide............................................11

About the Batteries .................................12

Inserting/Removing the Batteries............ 15

Inserting/Removing the Card

(Optional) ............................................16

About the Built-in Memory/the Card........16

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................18

About the Setup Menu ............................19

Basic

Taking Pictures.......................................23

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode .............26

Taking Pictures with the Zoom ...............28

• Using the Optical Zoom....................28

• Using the Extended Optical Zoom

(EZ) ..................................................29

• Using the Digital Zoom

Further extending the zoom ............. 30

Checking the Recorded Picture

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

Playing Back Pictures.............................32

Deleting Pictures.....................................33

Advanced

About the LCD Monitor ...........................35

• Changing the information

displayed ..........................................35

• Recording a picture with the camera held high above your head

(High angle mode)............................37

Taking Pictures

using the Built-in Flash........................38

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer .........41

Compensating the Exposure ..................42

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........43

Optical Image Stabilizer..........................44

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ..........45

Economizing Power Consumption .......... 46

Taking Close-up Pictures........................47

Scene Mode............................................48

– Portrait mode.................................49

– Soft skin mode...............................49

– Scenery mode ...............................49

– Sports mode..................................50

– Night portrait mode........................ 50

– Night scenery mode....................... 50

– Food mode ....................................51

– Party mode....................................51

– Candle light mode.......................... 51

– Fireworks mode.............................52

– Starry sky mode............................. 52

– Snow mode....................................53

– Baby mode 1/Baby mode 2 ...........53

Motion Picture Mode...............................54

Displaying Multiple Screens

(Multi Playback)...................................56

Using the Playback Zoom.......................57

Playing Back Motion Pictures .................58

Menu Settings

Using the [REC] Mode Menu .................. 59

• [W.BALANCE] Adjusting the hue

for a more natural picture .................60

• [SENSITIVITY]

Setting the light sensitivity................61

• [ASPECT RATIO] Setting the aspect ratio of pictures ... 62

• [PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY] Setting a picture size and quality that matches

your use of the pictures .................... 62

• [AF MODE]

Setting the focus method..................63

• [SLOW SHUTTER] Recording bright pictures

in dark places ...................................64

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• [COL.EFFECT] Setting color effects

for the recorded pictures ..................65

• [PICT.ADJ.] Adjusting the picture quality

for the recorded pictures ..................65

Using the [PLAY] mode menu ................ 65

• [SLIDE SHOW] Playing back pictures in order

for a fixed duration............................66

• [FAVORITE]

Setting your favorite pictures............ 67

• [ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE]

To display the picture rotated ........... 67

• [DPOF PRINT] Setting the picture to print

and the number of prints .................. 68

• [PROTECT] Preventing accidental erasure

of pictures.........................................70

• [RESIZE]

Making the picture smaller ...............71

• [TRIMMING] Enlarging a picture and trimming it... 72

• [COPY]

Copying the picture data ..................72

• [FORMAT] Initializing the built-in memory

or a card ...........................................74

Others

Screen Display........................................82

Cautions for Use.....................................84

Message Display ....................................85

Troubleshooting ......................................87

Number of recordable pictures

and available recording time ...............91

Specifications..........................................93

Digital Camera Accessory System .........95

Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers)..........................96

Request for Service Notice

(For USA Only).................................... 97

Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ........... 98

Customer Services Directory

(For USA Only).................................. 100

Index.....................................................101

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Guía rápida en español.....................103

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC.................................75

Printing the Pictures................................77

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ... 81

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Preparation

Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.

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Names of the Components

321

1 Flash (P38) 2 Lens (P4) 3 Self-timer indicator (P41)

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1 Batteries

AA Oxyride batteries (ZR6) 2 USB Connection Cable 3 Video Cable 4 CD-ROM 5Strap

• SD Memory Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P16)

• For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”. (P95)

• 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 1 800 561-5505 for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

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78 9

4 LCD monitor (P4, 35, 82) 5 Status indicator (P13, 16, 46) 6 Cursor buttons

2/Self-timer button (P41) 4/[REV] button (P31) 1/Flash setting button (P38) 3/Exposure compensation (P42)/Auto

bracket (P43)/White balance fine adjustment (P60)/Backlight compensation in simple mode (P27) button

7 [DISPLAY] (P35)/[HIGH ANGLE] (P37)

button

8 Delete (P33)/Single or burst mode

(P45) button

9 [MENU/SET] button (P19)

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10 11

12 1413

10 Zoom lever (P28) 11 Optical image stabilizer button (P44) 12 Mode dial (P5) 13 Shutter button (P23, 54) 14 Camera ON/OFF switch (P11, 18)

15 Strap eyelet 16 Lens barrel 17 Battery door (P15)

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20 21

20 Card door (P16) 21 Tripod receptacle

• When you use a tripod, make sure it is stable when the camera is attached to it.

18 [DIGITAL/V.OUT] socket

(P75, 77, 81)

19 [DC IN] socket (P75, 77)

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

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Quick Guide

This is an overview of how to record and playback pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets.

1 Insert the batteries. (P15)

• When you do not use the card (optional), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P16). Refer to P16 when you use a card.

2 Turn the camera on to take

pictures.

• Set the clock. (P18)

• Select the type of battery in use on [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. (P20)

3 Play back the pictures.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the picture you want to view.

(P32)

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OFF

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press the shutter button to take

pictures. (P23)

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About the Batteries

∫ Usable batteries

AA Oxyride batteries (supplied) AA Alkaline batteries (optional) AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal

hydride) batteries (optional)

• One of the following messages appears when you insert batteries for the first time, change the batteries when they become exhausted etc. [CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: OXYRIDE]/[CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: ALKALINE/Ni-MH] If the batteries inserted are different from the type displayed in the message, set [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. (P20)

• The battery type that is set can be distinguished by the color of the battery indication (blue or white).

– The battery indication does not appear

when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

A: When oxyride batteries are selected

The battery indication turns blue.

B: When alkaline/Ni-MH batteries are

selected

The battery indication turns white.

¢An oxyride battery is a new type of

non-rechargeable battery developed by Panasonic. It has more power than a regular alkaline battery and is suitable for high-drain equipment such as digital cameras.

• We recommend using Panasonic batteries.

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• Battery performance may vary greatly depending on the brand used and the storage life and conditions of the batteries.

• Battery performance temporarily deteriorates in low temperature conditions [10 °C (50 °F) or less]. However, it recovers when the temperature returns to normal.

• Depending on the temperature and the conditions of use, the camera may not operate properly and the batteries may become exhausted without warning because the battery indication is not displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction.

• We recommend turning the camera off frequently while recording to conserve battery power for longer battery life. If you will be using the camera for long periods of time, using rechargeable Ni-MH batteries is recommended.

• Exhausted batteries may recover some performance if left for a period of time. However, they cannot be used for a long time. Be sure to replace them with new batteries.

∫ Unusable batteries

Manganese

Lithium batteries

batteries Nickel batteries Ni-Cd batteries

• Operation is not guaranteed when using the batteries listed above. The batteries can leak and the following malfunctions can occur: – The remaining battery power is not

displayed accurately. – The camera does not turn on. – Data written to the built-in memory or

the card is damaged resulting in loss of

the photographs.

∫ Battery shapes that cannot be used

• Batteries with unusual shapes cause leakage, heat generation or explosion if inserted in the camera.

• Batteries with the covering partly or fully peeled off. Never use these batteries. (Refer to the illustration below.)

• All or part of the

• The - pole is flat. covering on the battery is peeled off.

∫ Battery indication

The remaining battery power appears on the LCD monitor. [It does not appear when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional)].

• The battery indication turns red and blinks. (The status indicator blinks when the LCD monitor is turned off.)

• Replace with new batteries or fully charged Ni-MH batteries.

∫ Proper Care and Handling of Batteries

Mishandling batteries may cause leakage, heat generation, fire or explosion. Observe the following.

• Do not splash batteries with water/sea water or wet battery terminals.

• Do not peel off or scratch the covering on batteries.

• Do not drop, throw or subject batteries to other strong impacts.

• Do not use batteries that show signs of leakage, deformation, discoloration etc.

• Do not store batteries in high humidity areas or high temperatures.

• Keep batteries away from children.

• Always use 2 new batteries of the same type when replacing batteries.

• Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.

• Batteries may heat up soon after you start using the unit. Turn the camera off and

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wait until the battery temperature decreases before removing them.

• Battery performance deteriorates and recording/playback time decreases when the ambient temperature is low [10 °C (50 °F) or less]. This is particularly true when using oxyride or alkaline batteries so warm them in your pocket etc. before using them. Make sure that no metal objects such as a lighter are placed together with the batteries when warming them in your pocket.

• If there is grease or dirt on the battery poles, the recording/playback time may become extremely short. Before inserting the batteries, clean the battery terminals with a soft, dry cloth.

If battery leakage occurs, remove the batteries and thoroughly wipe the leakage in the battery compartment. Insert new batteries or fully charged Ni-MH batteries.

If battery electrolyte spills on your hands or clothes, thoroughly wash them with water. Battery electrolyte can cause loss of sight if it comes into contact with your eyes. Do not rub your eyes. Wash them immediately with clean water and consult a doctor.

∫ Ni-MH Batteries (Nickel Metal Hydride)

You can use Ni-MH batteries after charging them with a nickel metal hydride battery charger. However, improper handling of the batteries may cause leakage, heat generation, fire or explosion. Observe the following.

• If there is dirt on the battery poles, you may not be able to charge normally. Clean the battery poles and the battery recharger terminals with a soft, dry cloth.

• When charging batteries for the first time, or after having not used them for a long period of time, they may not charge fully. This is a feature of Ni-MH batteries and is not a malfunction. Battery performance

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will become normal after a few charges and discharges.

• We recommend charging the batteries after they are fully discharged. If you charge the batteries before they are fully discharged, it can reduce battery performance. This is called “memory effect”.

• If “memory effect” occurs, continue using the batteries until the camera stops working and then charge them fully. Battery performance will be restored after a few charges and discharges.

• Over time Ni-MH batteries naturally discharge and their capacity lowers even when they are not used.

• Once the batteries have reached full charge, do not continue to charge them.

• Do not peel off or scratch the covering on Ni-MH batteries.

• Read the operating instructions for the battery charger.

Ni-MH batteries have a limited life. Battery capacity gradually decreases over time. If the length of time you can use the camera is extremely short even after fully charging the batteries, they may have exceeded their life span. Purchase new batteries.

• Battery life differs depending on the conditions of storage and usage and the environment.

When not using the batteries for a long period of time

• If the batteries are left in the camera they will discharge. This is because a small electrical current continues to flow even when the camera is turned off. If the batteries continue to be left in the camera, they will discharge excessively and may become unusable even if charged.

• When storing the batteries for a long period of time, we recommend charging them once a year. Remove the batteries from the camera and store them again after they have completely discharged.

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∫ Battery life The number of recordable pictures (By CIPA standard in normal picture mode)

Batteries Used

Panasonic Oxyride batteries (supplied or optional)

Panasonic Alkaline batteries (optional)

Fully charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional)

Number of recordable pictures

Approx. 250 pictures (Approx. 125 min)

Approx. 155 pictures (Approx. 77 min)

Approx. 400 pictures (Approx. 200 min)

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

• Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/ Humidity: 50% when the LCD monitor is on.

• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB)¢

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [MODE1])

• Recording once every 30 seconds, with full flash every second recording.

• Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.

• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings./Leaving the camera until the batteries cool down.

¢The card is not supplied.

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

The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time. If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. (e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes: about 1/4 the number when recording once every 30 seconds)

The number of recordable pictures in low temperatures (In normal picture mode when the temperature is 0 °C (32 °F) and other recording conditions comply with CIPA standard.)

Batteries Used

Panasonic Oxyride batteries (supplied or optional)

Panasonic Alkaline batteries (optional)

Fully charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional)

Number of recordable pictures

Approx. 45 pictures (Approx. 22 min)

Approx. 35 pictures (Approx. 17 min)

Approx. 360 pictures (Approx. 180 min)

• Please note that the performance of oxyride batteries and alkaline batteries significantly decreases in low temperature conditions.

Playback time

Batteries Used

Panasonic Oxyride batteries (supplied or optional)

Panasonic Alkaline batteries (optional)

Fully charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional)

Continuous playback time

Approx. 420 min

Approx. 410 min

Approx. 510 min

Preparation

Inserting/Removing the Batteries

• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.

• Use oxyride batteries (supplied), alkaline batteries (optional) or Ni-MH batteries (optional).

1 Slide the battery door to open it.

2 Insert the batteries with the + and

- poles aligned correctly.

3 1 Close the battery door.

2 Slide the battery door to the

end and then close it firmly.

• The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and how the battery is stored.

• The number of recordable pictures and the playback time will also vary depending on the brand and type of batteries used.

• We recommend using power save mode (P20) or economy mode (P46) or turning off the camera frequently while recording to maintain battery power.

• Select the battery type being used in [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. (P20)

• Remove the batteries after use.

• When batteries have been inserted for more than 3 hours, the clock setting is stored in the camera for approximately 3 months even if the batteries are removed.

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• Do not remove the card or the batteries while the camera accesses the built-in memory or a card. The data may be damaged. (P16)

• Remove the batteries after the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn off. Otherwise, the settings on the camera may not be stored properly.

3 1 Close the card door.

2 Slide the card door to the end

and then close it firmly.

Inserting/Removing the Card (Optional)

• Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted.

• You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P16)

1 Slide the card door to open it.

2 Insert:

Insert the card fully until it clicks and it is locked.

Remove: Push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright.

• Check the direction of the card.

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

• The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.

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• If the card door cannot be completely closed, remove the card and insert it again.

• The card and the data may be damaged if it is inserted or removed while the camera is on.

• We recommend using Panasonic’s SD Memory Card.

About the Built-in Memory/the Card

∫ Built-in Memory [ ] You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card.

• The built-in memory capacity is about 14 MB.

∫ Card [ ] You can record or play back pictures on a card. (The built-in memory cannot be used when a card is inserted.)

∫ Access to the built-in memory or the

card

• The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card).

• Do not do the following when the access indication lights, pictures are being read or deleted or the built-in memory (or the card) is being formatted (P74). – Turn the camera off. – Remove the batteries or the card (if

used). – Shake or impact the camera. – Disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6;

optional). (when using the AC adaptor)

The card or the data may be damaged and the camera may not operate normally.

Icons displayed on the screen:

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∫ SD Memory Card (optional) and

MultiMediaCard (optional)

• The SD Memory Card and　 MultiMediaCard are small, lightweight, removable external cards.

• The reading/writing speed of an SD Memory Card is fast. The SD Memory Card is equipped with a Write-Protect switch E that can inhibit writing and formatting a card. (When the switch is slid to the [LOCK] side, it is not possible to write or delete data on the card and format it. When the switch is unlocked, these functions become available.)

SD Memory Card

()

A: When using the built-in memory B: When accessing the built-in memory C: When using the card D: When accessing the card

• Picture data recorded on the built-in memory or a card can be copied from the built-in memory to the card or vice versa. (P72)

• The built-in memory (about 14 MB) can be used as a temporary storage device when the card being used becomes full.

• The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.

• The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. (Max. about 7 sec.)

• If the card was formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it again on the camera. (P74)

• On this unit, you can use SD Memory Cards of the following capacity (from 8 MB to 2 GB).

8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB,

256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (Maximum)

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.

(This Site is English only.)

• Refer to P91 for information about the number of recordable pictures and the available recording time for each SD Memory Card.

• This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

• This unit does not support recording motion pictures on MultiMediaCards.

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• The reading/writing speed of a MultiMediaCard is slower than an SD Memory Card. When a MultiMediaCard is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than advertised.

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

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

∫ Initial setting

The clock is not set so the following screen appears when you turn the camera on.

OFF

PLEASE SET THE CLOCK

A: [MENU/SET] button B: Cursor buttons

• The screen disappears after about 5 seconds. Turn the camera off and on again.

1 Press [MENU/SET].

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CLOCK SET

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the

date and time.

CLOCK SET

JAN

11 2006

00 00

M/D/Y

SELECT SET EXIT

• 2/1: Select the desired item.

• 3/4: Set the display order for the date and time.

3 Press [MENU/SET] several times

to close the menu.

• Turn the camera off after finishing

setting the clock. Then turn it on and check that the clock setting is correct.

∫ Changing the clock setting 1 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu

and then press 2.

2 Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu

icon [ ] and then press 1.

3 Press 3/4 to select [CLOCK SET] and

then press 1. Set as shown previously.

EXIT

1SEC.

2MIN.

SETUP

BATTERY TYPE

CLOCK SET

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

POWER SAVE

SELECT

• When batteries have been inserted for more than 3 hours, the clock setting is stored in the camera for approximately 3 months even if the batteries are removed.

• You can set the year from 2000 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used.

• If the date is not set in the camera it will not be printed when you use a photo printing service, even if the store provides a date printing option for your photographs. (P70)

About the Setup Menu

• Set items as required. (Refer to P20 to 22 for each menu item.)

• Menu items differ depending on the mode selected with the mode dial (P5). The following example shows how to set [BEEP] when normal picture mode [ ] is selected.

• Select [RESET] to return the settings to the initial settings at the time of purchase. (P21)

1 Press [MENU/SET] and then

press 2.

EXIT

AUTO AUTO

1SEC.

2MIN.

SET

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SELECT

2 Press 4 to select the [SETUP]

menu icon [ ] and then press 1.

SETUP

BATTERY TYPE

CLOCK SET

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

POWER SAVE

SELECT

Preparation

3 Press 3/4 to select the menu

item.

EXIT

1SEC.

2MIN.

NTSC

SETUP

BATTERY TYPE

CLOCK SET

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

POWER SAVE

SELECT

SETUP

BEEP

NO.RESET

RESET

USB MODE

VIDEO OUT

SELECT

• Press 4 at A to switch to the next menu screen.

4 Press 1, press 3/4 to select the

setting and then press [MENU/SET].

SET

NTSC

SET

SETUP

SELECT

BEEP

NO.RESET

RESET

USB MODE

VIDEO OUT

5 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

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∫ About the menu screen items

• There are 3 menu screens (1/3, 2/3 and 3/3).

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever.

SETUP

BEEP

NO.RESET

1SEC.

RESET

OFF

USB MODE

EXIT

VIDEO OUT

SELECT

SET

EXIT

SETUP

SCENE MENU

LANGUAGE

NTSC

SELECT

EXIT

AUTO

ENG

SETUP

BATTERY TYPE

CLOCK SET

MONITOR

AUTO REVIEW

POWER SAVE

SELECT

[BATTERY TYPE]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select the item to set. (P19) Select the type of battery being used from the following 2 types.

[ ALKALINE (LR6)/Ni-MH]:

Alkaline batteries or Ni-MH batteries

[ OXYRIDE (ZR6)]:

Oxyride batteries

• If the type of battery being used and the type of battery selected are not the same, the battery indication will not be displayed correctly.

• The [BATTERY TYPE] setting also affects simple mode [ ].

[CLOCK SET]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Change date and time. (P18)

[MONITOR]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor in 7 steps.

• The [MONITOR] setting also affects simple mode [ ].

[AUTO REVIEW]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) [1SEC.]: The recorded picture

automatically appears on the screen for about 1 second.

[3SEC.]: The recorded picture

automatically appears on the screen for about 3 seconds.

[ZOOM]: The recorded picture

automatically appears on the screen for about 1 second. It is then enlarged 4 times and appears for about 1 second. This mode is useful for confirming focus. Pictures recorded using auto bracket or burst mode are not enlarged even if [ZOOM] is selected.

[OFF]: The recorded picture does not

automatically appear.

• The auto review function is not activated in motion picture mode [ ].

• When pictures are recorded in simple mode [ ], auto bracket (P43) or burst mode (P45), the auto review function is activated regardless of the setting on the auto review function. (The picture is not enlarged.)

• The auto review setting is disabled when using auto bracket or burst mode and in motion picture mode [ ].

[POWER SAVE]

(Except for mode)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19)

[1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]:

Power save mode is activated (the camera is automatically turned off to save the battery life) if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.

[OFF]: Power save mode is not activated.

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• Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel power save mode.

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

• When using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional), connecting to a PC or a printer, recording or playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, power save mode is not activated. (However, the setting for power save mode is fixed to [10MIN.] while pausing a slide show or playing back a manual slide show.)

[ECONOMY]

( mode only)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Battery life is saved by reducing the brightness of the LCD monitor and turning it off automatically when the camera is not being used in recording mode. (P46) [LEVEL 1]: The LCD monitor turns off if the

camera is not operated for about 15 seconds in recording mode.

[LEVEL 2]: The LCD monitor turns off if the

camera is not operated for about 15 seconds in recording mode or for about 5 seconds after taking a picture.

• The status indicator lights while the LCD monitor is turned off. Press any button to turn on the LCD monitor again.

• Power save mode is fixed to [2MIN.] in economy mode. [However, power save mode is not activated when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).]

• Economy mode will not work when the menu screen is displayed or the self-timer is set.

Preparation

[BEEP]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) [ ]: No operation sound [ ]: Soft operation sound [ ]: Loud operation sound

• The [BEEP] setting also affects simple mode [ ].

[NO.RESET]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Set this when you want the file number of the next recording to start from 0001. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.)

• A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.

• To reset the folder number to 100, format the built-in memory (P74) or the card first and then use this function to reset the file number. A reset screen for the folder number will then appear. Select [YES] to reset the folder number.

• Refer to P76 for detailed information about the file number and the folder number.

• The [NO.RESET] setting also affects simple mode [ ].

[RESET]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial settings.

• The birthday setting for [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P53) in scene mode is also reset when the [SETUP] menu settings are reset. Also, in the [PLAY] mode menu, [ROTATE DISP.] (P67) is reset to [ON] and [FAVORITE] (P67) is reset to [OFF].

• The battery type setting, the folder number and the clock setting are not changed.

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[USB MODE]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied).

[ SELECT ON CONNECTION]:

Select either [PC] or [PictBridge (PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge.

[PC]:

Set after or before connecting to a PC.

[ PictBridge (PTP)]:

Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge.

• When [PC] is selected, the camera is connected via the USB Mass Storage communication system.

• When [PictBridge (PTP)] is selected, the camera is connected via the PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) communication system.

[VIDEO OUT]

(Playback mode only) (P81)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC

system.

[PAL]: Video output is set to PAL

system.

[SCENE MENU]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) [AUTO]: [SCENE MODE] menu appears

automatically when setting the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. Select the desired scene mode. (P48)

[OFF]: [SCENE MODE] menu does not

appear when setting the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and the camera is operated in the scene mode currently selected. If you change the scene mode, press

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[MENU/SET] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu and then select the desired scene mode.

[LANGUAGE]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P19) Set the language on the menu screen from the following languages. Set to the desired language with 3/4 and store it with [MENU/SET].

[ENGLISH]: English [DEUTSCH]: German [FRANÇAIS]: French [ESPAÑOL]: Spanish [ITALIANO]: Italian []:Chinese (Traditional) []:Japanese

• If you set a different language by mistake, select [ ] from the menu icons to set the desired language.

• The [LANGUAGE] setting also affects simple mode [ ].

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Taking Pictures

The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject.

1 1 Turn the camera on.

2 Select normal picture mode

[].

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OFF

2 Aim the AF area 1 to the point

you want to focus on and then press the shutter button halfway.

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• A: Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

• The focus indication 2 lights and then

the aperture value 3 and the shutter speed 4 are displayed.

• If 5-area-focusing or 3-area-focusing

(High speed) is used in AF mode, the AF area does not appear until the subject is brought into focus. (P63)

• The AF area displayed is bigger than

usual when using the digital zoom or when taking pictures in dark places. (P63)

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Focus

When the subject is not focused

Blinks (green) On (green)

When the subject is focused

indication AF area Turns white to

red or no AF

Turns white to green

area

Sound Beeps 4 times Beeps 2 times

3 Take a picture.

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• B: Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.

• We recommend checking that the clock is set properly before taking pictures. (P18)

• When you press the shutter button, the screen may become bright or dark for a moment. This function allows easy adjustment of focus and the recorded picture will not be affected.

• When a time is set for power save (P20), the camera automatically turns off if you do not operate it within the set time. To operate the camera again, press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on.

• To avoid noise, we recommend decreasing the ISO sensitivity (P61) or setting [PICT.ADJ.] to [NATURAL]. (P65) (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. the ISO sensitivity increases.)

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∫ Tips for taking good pictures

• Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.

• Make sure the camera does not shake when you press the shutter button.

• Do not cover the flash with your fingers or other objects.

• Do not touch the front of the lens.

• If the LCD monitor screen is difficult to see because of light from the sun etc. shining on it, we recommend using your hand or another object to block the light when using the camera.

1: When holding the camera sideways 2: When holding the camera vertically

A:Flash

∫ Direction detection function

Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.] (P67) is set to [ON])

• Pictures may not be displayed vertically if they were taken with the camera aimed up or down.

• Motion pictures taken with the camera held vertically are not displayed vertically.

∫ When you want to take a subject

outside the AF area (AF/AE Lock)

When recording a picture of people with a composition like the following picture, you will not be able to focus the camera on the subject because the people are outside the AF area.

In this case,

1 Aim the AF area at the subject. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to fix

the focus and the exposure.

• The focus indication lights when the subject is focused.

3 Press and hold the shutter button

halfway while moving the camera as you

compose the picture.

4 Press the shutter button fully.

• You can repeatedly retry AF/AE lock before pressing the shutter button fully.

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∫ Focusing

• The focus range is 50 cm (1.64 feet) to ¶. Use macro mode when recording close-up pictures. (P47)

• If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.

• In the following cases, the camera will not focus on subjects properly. – When there are both near and distant

subjects in a scene.

– When there is dirt or dust on glass

between the lens and the subject.

– When there are illuminated or glittering

objects around the subject. – When taking a picture in dark places. – When the subject is moving fast. – When the scene has low contrast. – When jitter occurs. – When recording a very bright subject.

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We recommend taking pictures using AF/ AE lock.

• Even when the focus indication appears and the subject is focused, it is canceled if you release the shutter button. Press the shutter button halfway again.

∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake)

• Be careful of jittering when pressing the shutter button.

• If jitter could occur because of slow shutter speed, the jitter alert A appears.

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• When the jitter alert appears, we recommend using a tripod. If you cannot use a tripod, be careful how you hold the camera (P24). The use of the self-timer prevents jittering caused by pressing the shutter button when you are using a tripod (P41).

• Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow sync./Red-eye reduction (P38) – [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P50) – [NIGHT SCENERY] (P50) – [PARTY] (P51) – [CANDLE LIGHT] (P51) – [FIREWORKS] (P52) – [STARRY SKY] (P52) – When the shutter speed is slowed in

[SLOW SHUTTER] (P64)

∫ Exposure

• If you press the shutter button halfway when the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red. (They do not turn red when the flash is activated.)

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• The brightness of the screen may differ from the brightness of the recorded pictures especially when recording in low light conditions.

• When most of the subjects on the screen are bright (e.g. a blue sky on a clear day, a snowy field etc.), the recorded pictures may become dark. In this case, compensate the exposure value on the camera. (P42)

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Taking Pictures in Simple Mode

This mode allows beginners to take pictures easily. Only the basic functions appear in the menu to make operations simple.

∫ Basic menu settings

1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the desired

menu item and then press 1.

SIMPLE MODE

PICT.MODE

BATTERY TYPE

BEEP

CLOCK SET

SELECT SET

3 Press 3/4 to select the desired

setting and then press [MENU/SET].

4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

∫ Settings in Simple mode

[PICT.MODE]

ENLARGE Suitable for enlarging the

4qk6q/ 10k15cm

E-MAIL Suitable for attaching

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ENLARGE

6"/10k15cm

E-MAIL

pictures to be printed to 8qk10q size, letter size etc.

Suitable for regular size printing.

pictures to e-mails or adding pictures to websites.

[BATTERY TYPE]

Change the battery type being used. (P20)

[BEEP]

OFF No operation sound LOW Soft operation sound HIGH Loud operation sound

[CLOCK SET]

Change date and time. (P18)

•If [4qk6q/10k15cm] or [E-MAIL] are set in [PICT.MODE], the extended optical zoom is activated and the zoom ratio is extended to a maximum of 3.8k. (P29)

• The settings for [BATTERY TYPE], [BEEP] and [CLOCK SET] in simple mode are also applied to other recording modes.

• The settings for [MONITOR] (P20), [NO.RESET] (P21) and [LANGUAGE] (P22) in the [SETUP] menu are applied to simple mode.

∫ Other Settings in Simple mode

In simple mode, other settings are fixed as follows. For more information about each setting, refer to the page indicated.

• Focus range: 30 cm (0.98 feet) to ¶ (Tele) 5 cm (0.16 feet) to ¶ (Wide)

• [AUTO REVIEW] (P20): [1SEC.]

• [POWER SAVE] (P20): [2MIN.]

• Self-timer (P41): 10 seconds

• Optical Image Stabilizer (P44): [MODE2]

• Burst speed (P45): Low speed (2 frames/second)

• [W.BALANCE] (P60): [AUTO]

• [SENSITIVITY] (P61): [AUTO]

• [ASPECT RATIO]/[PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY] (P62): – [ ENLARGE]:

/ (5M)/Fine

–[ 4qk6q/10k15cm]:

/ (2.5M EZ)/Standard

–[ E-MAIL]:

/ (0.3M EZ)/Standard

• [AF MODE] (P63): [ ] (1-area-focusing)

• [SLOW SHUTTER] (P64): [1/8–]

• You cannot use the following functions in simple mode. – High angle mode – White balance fine adjustment – Exposure compensation – Auto bracket –[D.ZOOM] – [COL.EFFECT] – [PICT.ADJ.]

∫ The Backlight Compensation

Backlight refers to when light comes from the back of a subject. In this case, the subject, such as a person, will become dark. If you press 3, [] (compensating backlight ON indication) A appears and the backlight compensation function is activated. This function compensates the backlight by brightening the whole of the picture.

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(When using the flash, it is fixed to Forced ON [ ].)

• The flash setting is fixed to AUTO/ Red-eye reduction [ ] when the backlight compensation function is set to [OFF].

BACKLIGHT

• If you press 3 while [ ] is displayed, [ ] disappears and the backlight compensation function is canceled.

• We recommend using the flash when you use the backlight compensation function.

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Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Using the Optical Zoom

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You can make people and subjects appear closer with the 3k optical zoom and landscapes can be recorded in wide angle.

∫ To make subjects appear closer use

(Tele)

Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.

• When the setting for picture size is [] (5M).

W T

∫ To make subjects appear further away

use (Wide)

Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide.

• When the setting for picture size is [] (5M).

a wider area of the zoom lens as you move closer to the subject.

• Depending on the zoom magnification, the picture may have some colored fringes around the subject. This is called chromatic aberration and may be more visible when recording distant subjects.

• If you use the zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the subject again.

• The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.

• The lens barrel (P10) extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interrupt the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated.

• In motion picture mode [ ], the zoom magnification is fixed to the value set at the start of recording.

W T

• The optical zoom is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is turned on.

• Depending on the zoom magnification, the picture may have some distortion. Distortion will be more visible when using

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Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)

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∫ Picture size and maximum zoom

magnification

(±: Available, —: Not available)

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This camera has a 3k optical zoom. However, if the picture size is not set to the highest setting for each aspect ratio [ /

/ ], a maximum of 3.8k optical zoom can be achieved with no picture quality deterioration.

Picture size with the extended optical zoom not activated [example: [ ] (5M)]

Picture size with the extended optical zoom activated [example: [] (3MEZ)]

Aspect

ratio

Picture size

/(5M)

(4.5M)

(3.5M)

(3M EZ)

(2M EZ)

(1M EZ)

(0.3M EZ)

(2.5M EZ)

(2M EZ)

Maximum

zoom

magnification

3k —

3.8k±

Extended

optical

zoom

∫ Extended optical zoom mechanism

When you set the picture size to [ ] (3M EZ) (3 million pixels), the 5M (5 million pixels) CCD area is cropped to the center 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.

• Refer to P62 for aspect ratio settings, P62 for picture size and P26 for simple mode [].

• “EZ” is an abbreviation of [Extended optical Zoom].

• You can further enhance the zoom magnification with the extended optical zoom without worrying about further picture distortion.

• If you set a picture size that activates the extended optical zoom, the extended optical zoom icon [ ] is displayed on the screen when you use the zoom function.

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• The zoom will stop moving for an instant near [W] (1k) when the extended optical zoom is used. This is not a malfunction.

• The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.

• In motion picture mode [ ], the extended optical zoom does not work.

Using the Digital Zoom

Further extending the zoom

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A maximum of 12k zoom can be achieved with the 3k optical zoom and the 4k digital zoom when [D.ZOOM] is set to [ON] in the [REC] menu. However, if a picture size that can use extended optical zoom is selected, a maximum of 15k zoom can be achieved with the 3.8k extended optical zoom and the 4k digital zoom.

∫ Menu operation

1 Press [MENU/SET].

• When a scene mode is selected, press 2 in the [SCENE MODE] menu (P48), press 4 to select the [REC] menu icon [ ] and then press 1.

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

and then press 1.

3 Press 4 to select [ON] and then

press [MENU/SET].

SET

㧙

OFF ON

STANDARD

SET

REC

AF MODE SLOW SHUTTER D.Z OOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

SELECT

∫ Entering the digital zoom range

The on-screen zoom indication may momentarily stop moving when you rotate the zoom lever to the extreme Tele position. You can enter the digital zoom range by continuously rotating the zoom lever to Tele or releasing the zoom lever once and then rotating it to Tele again.

≥[OFF]:

≥[ON]:

12a

3.8a 15a

1 Optical zoom 2 Digital zoom 3 Extended optical zoom

• When using the digital zoom, the AF area on the center of the screen is displayed and it is bigger than usual. (P64)

• In digital zoom, the larger the picture the lower the picture quality.

• In the digital zoom range, the stabilizer function may not be effective.

• When using the digital zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

• The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.

• The digital zoom does not work in simple mode [ ].

4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

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Checking the Recorded Picture (Review)

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You can check the recorded pictures while still in [REC] mode.

1 Press 4 [REV].

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DELETE

EXIT

• The last recorded picture appears for about 10 seconds.

• Review is canceled when the shutter button is pressed halfway or the 4 [REV] is pressed again.

• You can check other pictures by pressing 2/1.

• When the recorded pictures are too bright or too dim, compensate the exposure. (P42)

2 Rotate the zoom lever towards

[ ] [T] to enlarge the picture.

• Rotate the zoom lever to [ ] [T] for a 4k magnification and then rotate it even more for a 8k magnification. When you rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [W] after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower.

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3 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the

position.

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• When you change the magnification or the position to be displayed, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second so that you can check the enlarged area.

∫ Deleting the recorded picture during

Review (Quick deletion)

1 Press [ ]. 2 Press 3 to select [YES]. 3 Press [MENU/SET].

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

SELECT

SET

• Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Double-check pictures before deleting them.

• Multiple pictures or all the pictures can be deleted. For information about how to delete pictures, refer to P33.

YES

DELETE

MULTI/ALL

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Playing Back Pictures

The picture data on the built-in memory appears when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted. (P16)

Press 2/1 to select the picture.

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• The first recorded picture will be displayed after the last recorded picture.

• When [ROTATE DISP.] (P67) is set to [ON], pictures recorded by holding the camera vertically are played back vertically.

∫ Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding

Press and hold

2: Fast rewind 1: Fast forward

• The file number A and the picture number B only change one by one. Release 2/1 when the number of the

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desired picture appears to play back the picture.

• If you press and hold 2/1, the number of files forwarded/rewound at one time increases. The actual number of files forwarded/rewound at one time depends on the number of files recorded.

• In review playback in recording mode and in multi playback (P56), the pictures can only be forwarded or rewound one by one.

• This camera is based on the DCF standard (Design rule for Camera File system) which was established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

• The file format that can be played back on the camera is JPEG. (In some cases, even JPEG pictures cannot be played back.)

• The LCD monitor may not be able to display the details of the recorded pictures. You can use the playback zoom (P57) to check the details of the pictures.

• If you play back pictures that have been recorded with other equipment, the picture quality may deteriorate. (The pictures are displayed as [THUMBNAIL IS DISPLAYED] on the screen.)

• If you change a folder name or file name on your PC, the pictures may not play back on the camera.

• If you play back a non-standard file, the folder/file number is indicated by [—] and the screen may turn black.

• You cannot play back the audio of still pictures with audio recorded on other equipment.

• 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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Deleting Pictures

The picture data on the built-in memory is deleted when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card is deleted when a card is inserted. (P16)

∫ To delete a single picture

1 Select the picture with 2/1.

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2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture

2 Press [ ]. 3 Press 3 to select [YES] and then

press [MENU/SET].

DELETE SINGLE

DELETE THIS PICTURE?

YES

SELECT

SET

MULTI/ALL

• While the picture is being deleted, [ ] appears on the screen.

∫ To delete [MULTI DELETE]/

[ALL DELETE]

1 Press [ ] twice.

SET

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2 Press 3/4 to select

[MULTI DELETE] or [ALL DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET].

MULTI/ALL DELETE

MULTI DELETE ALL DELETE

SELECT

SET

CANCEL

SET

• If you select [MULTI DELETE], perform steps 3 onwards.

• If you select [ALL DELETE], perform steps 5 onwards.

• When [FAVORITE] (P67) is set to [ON], [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ] appears. If you select [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ], perform steps 5 onwards. (However, if none of the pictures have [ ] displayed, you cannot select [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ] even if [FAVORITE] is set to [ON].)

3 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4 to set.

(Only when selecting [MULTI DELETE])

MULTI DELETE

7118 9

DELETE

EXIT

SELECT MARK/UNMARK

• Repeat the above procedure.

• [ ] appears on the selected pictures. If 4 is pressed again, the setting is canceled.

• The icon [ ] blinks red if the selected picture is protected and cannot be deleted. Cancel the protect setting and then delete the picture. (P70)

4 Press [ ].

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5 Press 3 to select [YES] and then

press [MENU/SET] to set.

(Screen when selecting [MULTI DELETE])

MULTI DELETE

DELETE THE PICTURES YOU MARKED?

YES

SELECT SET

• [DELETE ALL PICTURES?] is displayed when using [ALL DELETE] and [DELETE ALL EXCEPT ?] is displayed when using [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ].

• When you delete all pictures, only pictures in either of the built-in memory or the card can be deleted. (You cannot delete pictures in both the built-in memory and the card at the same time.)

• If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting pictures using [ALL DELETE] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ], the deleting will stop halfway.

SET

• If there are pictures that are protected [ ] (P70), do not conform to the DCF standard (P32) or are in a card with the Write-Protect switch slid to the [LOCK] side (P17), they are not deleted even if [ALL DELETE] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ] is selected.

• Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Double-check pictures before deleting them.

• Do not turn off the camera while deleting.

• When deleting pictures, use batteries with sufficient battery power (P13) or use the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

• It is possible to delete up to 50 pictures at one time using [MULTI DELETE].

• The greater the number of pictures the longer it takes to delete them.

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Advanced

About the LCD Monitor

Advanced

In recording mode

Changing the information displayed

DISPLAY

A LCD monitor (LCD)

Press [DISPLAY] to change.

• When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During multi playback (P56) or playback zoom (P57), you can only select “Normal display” or “No display”.

In simple mode [ ]

BACKLIGHT

B Normal display C No display

3 3

D Normal display E Display with histogram F No display (Recording guide line) G No display

¢1 Histogram

In playback mode

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months

days

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1/3

ISO

AUTO

10:00 DEC. 1.2006

100

F2.8 1/25

H Normal display I Display with recording information and

histogram J No display ¢2 Displayed if [BIRTHDAY SET.] and

[WITH AGE] were set in [BABY1]/ [BABY2] (P53) in scene mode before taking pictures.

• In [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P50),

[NIGHT SCENERY] (P50), [FIREWORKS] (P52) and [STARRY SKY] (P52) in scene mode, the lines are grey.

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∫ Recording guide line

When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed composition by viewing the size, the slope and the balance of the subject.

∫ Histogram

• A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.

• It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure.

• It is very useful if manual adjustments of the lens aperture and shutter speed are available, especially in those situations where automatic exposure may be difficult due to uneven lighting. Using the histogram feature allows you to get the maximum performance from your camera. A When the values are concentrated on

the left, the picture is under exposed.

B When the values are distributed evenly,

the exposure is proper and the brightness is well-balanced.

C When the values are concentrated on

the right, the picture is over exposed.

Example of histogram

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1/3

ISO

AUTO

100

F2.8 1/200

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ISO

AUTO

100

F2.8 1/100

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1/3

ISO

AUTO

100

F2.8 1/50

10:00 DEC. 1.2006

A Under Exposed B Properly Exposed C Over Exposed

¢Histogram

• When you take pictures with the flash or in dark places, the histogram is displayed in orange because the recorded picture and the histogram do not match each other.

• The histogram is an approximation in recording mode.

• The histogram of a picture may not match in recording mode and playback mode.

• The histogram displayed in this camera does not match histograms displayed by picture editing software used in PCs etc.

• The histogram does not appear in simple mode [ ] or motion picture mode [ ] and during multi playback and playback zoom.

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Recording a picture with the camera held high above your head (High angle mode)

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The LCD monitor becomes easier to see when the camera is held in the following position. This is useful when you cannot get close to the subject because there is a person in the way.

Press [HIGH ANGLE] A for 1 second to display the High angle mode icon [ ] B.

Advanced

• Pictures are displayed on the LCD monitor with increased brightness in High angle mode. Therefore, some subjects may look different on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures.

• You may not notice the High angle mode effect if the LCD monitor is difficult to see because of light from the sun etc. shining on it. In this case, we recommend using your hand or another object to block the light when using the camera.

• High angle mode is not activated in the following cases:

– In simple mode [ ] – In playback mode – While the menu screen is displayed – During Review

HIGH

FOR 1 SEC.

ON:

PRESS

ANGLE

• High angle mode is activated. The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see when the camera is held away from you. (However it becomes more difficult to see when looked at straight on.)

∫ Canceling High angle mode

Press and hold [HIGH ANGLE] again for 1 second or turn the camera off.

• High Angle mode is also canceled if power save mode is activated.

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Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

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A: Flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects.

∫ Switching to the appropriate flash

setting

Set the flash to match the recording.

Press 1 [ ] to switch the flash setting.

• For information about flash settings that can be selected, refer to “Available flash settings by recording mode” (P39).

:AUTO

The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary.

: AUTO/Red-eye reduction

The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then activated again for the actual recording.

• Use this when you take pictures of people in low lighting conditions.

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: Forced ON

The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording conditions.

• Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.

: Forced ON/Red-eye reduction

• The flash setting is set to Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction only when you set [PARTY] (P51) or [CANDLE LIGHT] (P51) in scene mode.

: Slow sync./Red-eye reduction

If you take a picture with a dark background landscape, this feature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated so that the dark background landscape will become bright. Simultaneously it reduces the red-eye phenomenon.

• Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark background.

: Forced OFF

The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.

• Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of the flash is not permitted.

¢1 The flash is activated twice. The

subject should not move until the second flash is activated.

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∫ Available flash settings by recording

mode

The available flash settings depend on the recording mode. (±: Available, —: Not available)

2 2

¢2 It becomes Forced ON [ ], when the

backlight compensation function is activated.

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∫ The available flash range to take

pictures

The available flash range to take pictures depends on the ISO sensitivity selected.

ISO sensitivity Available flash range

AUTO

Wide

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

3.7 m (12.1 feet)

Tele

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

2.1 m (6.89 feet)

ISO80

Wide

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

1.6 m (5.25 feet)

Tele

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

0.9 m (2.95 feet)

ISO100

Wide

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

1.8 m (5.91 feet)

Tele

30 cm (0.98 feet) to

1.0 m (3.28 feet)

ISO200

Wide

40 cm (1.31 feet) to

2.6 m (8.53 feet)

Tele

40 cm (1.31 feet) to

1.4 m (4.59 feet)

ISO400

Wide

60 cm (1.97 feet) to

3.7 m (12.1 feet)

Tele

60 cm (1.97 feet) to

2.1 m (6.89 feet)

• The available flash range is an approximation.

• Refer to P61 for the ISO sensitivity.

• Refer to P24 for the focus range.

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Advanced

• If ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when using the flash, it will be automatically increased to a maximum of [ISO400].

• To avoid noise, we recommend decreasing the ISO sensitivity (P61) or setting [PICT.ADJ.] to [NATURAL]. (P65)

∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting

Flash setting

Shutter speed

(Sec.) :AUTO 1/30 to 1/2000 :AUTO/

1/30 to 1/2000

Red-eye reduction

: Forced ON

1/30 to 1/2000

: Forced ON/

Red-eye reduction

¢3

: Slow sync./

1/8

to 1/2000

Red-eye reduction

: Forced OFF 1/8

¢3

to 1/2000

¢3 The shutter speed changes depending

on the slow shutter setting. (P64)

• There may be differences in the above shutter speeds in scene mode. – [NIGHT SCENERY] (P50):

8 to 1/2000th

– [FIREWORKS] (P52):

1/4th, 1 second

– [STARRY SKY] (P52):

15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds

• Do not look directly at the flash at close range when it is activated.

• If you bring the flash too close to an object, the object may be distorted or discolored by the heat or lighting from the flash.

• Do not cover the flash with your fingers or other objects.

• While the flash is charged, the screen turns off and you cannot take pictures. The status indicator lights. [Except when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).]

If the remaining battery power is low, the screen may be turned off for a longer period of time.

• If you press the shutter button halfway when the flash is activated, the flash icon turns red.

• When the jitter alert appears, we recommend using a tripod.

• When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.

• When taking a picture with the flash, the white balance is automatically adjusted [except for [ ] (Daylight)]. However, the white balance may not be properly adjusted if the flash level is insufficient. (P60)

• When the shutter speed is fast, the flash effect may not be sufficient.

• If you repeat taking a picture, it may not actually be taken even if the flash is activated. Take a picture after the access indication disappears.

• The red-eye reduction effect differs between people. Also, if the subject was far away from the camera or was not looking at the first flash, the effect may not be evident.

• When you set burst mode or auto bracket, only 1 picture is recorded for every flash activated.

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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer

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1 Press 2 [ ] to select the

self-timer mode.

: Self-timer set to 10 seconds

: Self-timer set to 2 seconds

No display: canceled

2 Press the shutter button halfway

to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.

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Advanced

• When using a tripod etc., setting the self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient way to avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button.

• When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording.

• In simple mode [ ], the self-timer is fixed to 10 seconds.

• When you set the self-timer in burst mode, the camera starts taking a picture 2 or 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. The number of pictures taken at one time is fixed to 3.

• We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. (When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it.)

CANCEL

• A: Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

• B: Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.

• The self-timer indicator

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

• If you press [MENU/SET] while the

self-timer is set, the self-timer setting is canceled.

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Compensating the Exposure

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Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples.

Under exposed

Compensate the exposure towards positive.

Properly exposed

Over exposed

1 Press 3 [ ] until [EXPOSURE]

appears, compensate the exposure with 2/1.

EXPOSURE

SELECT

• You can compensate from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV].

• Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.

EXIT

2 Press [MENU/SET] to finish.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.

• EV is an abbreviation of [Exposure Value]. It refers to the amount of light given to the CCD by the aperture value and the shutter speed.

• The exposure compensation value appears on the lower left of the screen.

• The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off.

• The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the subject.

• Exposure cannot be compensated when using [STARRY SKY] in scene mode.

Compensate the exposure towards

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Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket

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In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures.

1 Press 3 [ ] several times until

[AUTO BRACKET] appears, set the compensation range of the exposure with 2/1.

AUTO BRACKET

Advanced

• The auto bracket setting is canceled if the camera is turned off.

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

• When auto bracket is set, the auto review function is activated regardless of the auto review setting. (The picture is not enlarged.) You cannot set the auto review function in the [SETUP] menu.

• The exposure may not be compensated with auto bracket depending on the brightness of the subject.

• When the flash is activated or [STARRY SKY] in scene mode is selected, you can take only 1 picture.

• If the number of recordable pictures is 2 or less, you cannot take pictures by setting auto bracket.

SELECT EXIT

• You can select [OFF] (0), [d1/3 EV], [d2/3 EV] or [d1EV].

• When you do not use auto bracket, select [OFF] (0).

2 Press [MENU/SET] to finish.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.

• When setting auto bracket, the auto bracket icon [ ] appears on the lower left of the screen.

• When taking pictures using auto bracket after setting the exposure compensation range, the pictures taken are based on the selected exposure compensation range. When the exposure is compensated, the exposure compensation value appears on the lower left of the screen.

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Optical Image Stabilizer

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This mode detects jitter and compensates for it.

1 Press and hold the optical image

stabilizer button A until [STABILIZER] appears.

2 Press 3/4 to select the

stabilizer function mode and then press [MENU/SET].

STABILIZER

OFF MODE1 MODE2

zoom is fixed to Wide (1k) and the zoom function cannot be activated. You also cannot take pictures.

• The stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. – When there is a lot of jitter. – When the zoom magnification is high – In digital zoom range. – When taking pictures while following a

moving subject.

– When the shutter speed becomes

slower to take pictures indoors or in dark

places. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button.

• In simple mode [ ], the setting is fixed to [MODE2] and in [STARRY SKY] (P52) in scene mode it is fixed to [OFF]. The stabilizer function mode selection menu does not appear.

• In motion picture mode [ ], [MODE2] cannot be set.

SELECT

MODE1 ()

The stabilizer operates continuously and can assist

SET

DEMO.

SET

during photo composition.

MODE2 ()

The jitter is compensated for when the shutter button is pressed. There is a greater stabilizing effect.

OFF ()

When you want to take a picture with jitter.

∫ Demonstration of the optical image

stabilizer (Demonstration Mode)

Press 1 to display the demonstration. After the demonstration ends, the screen returns to the stabilizer function mode selection menu. Press 1 again if you want to exit the demonstration before it ends. While the demonstration is displayed, the optical

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Taking Pictures using Burst Mode

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1 Press the burst mode button to

switch the burst mode setting.

: High speed

;

: Low speed

;

: Unlimited

No display: canceled ¢1 Depends on the memory size,

battery power, picture size and quality (compression).

2 Take a picture.

• Hold down the shutter button fully to activate the burst mode.

∫ Number of pictures recorded in burst

mode

Burst speed

(pictures/

second)

approx. 1.5

¢2 The burst speed is constant regardless

of the transfer speed of the card.

;

Number of recordable

pictures (pictures)

¢2

max. 3 max. 5

Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in memory/card.

Advanced

• The number of pictures indicated is when the shutter speed is faster than 1/60 and the flash is not activated.

• In simple mode [ ], the settings become as follows. [ ] appears on the left of the screen. (P83) – [ ENLARGE]:

/Max. 3 pictures

–[ 4qk6q/10k15cm]/[ E-MAIL]:

/Max. 5 pictures

• When the burst mode setting is set to Unlimited

– You can take pictures until the capacity

of the built-in memory or the card is full.

– The burst speed will become slower

halfway. The burst speed of a MultiMediaCard becomes even slower than that of an SD Memory Card. However, the exact timing of this depends on the number of recordable pictures and the card.

• The focus is fixed when the first picture is taken.

• When the self-timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in burst mode is fixed to 3.

• Burst mode is not canceled when the camera is switched off.

• When auto bracket and burst mode are set simultaneously, auto bracket will be performed.

• The exposure and the white balance vary depending on the burst mode setting. When burst mode is set to [ ] or [ ], they are fixed to the values set for the first picture. When the burst speed is set to [ ], they are adjusted each time you take a picture.

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• When burst mode is set, the auto review function is activated regardless of the auto review setting. (The picture is not enlarged.) You cannot set the auto review function in the [SETUP] menu.

• When the flash is activated or [STARRY SKY] in scene mode is selected, you can take only 1 picture.

Economizing Power Consumption

The brightness of the screen is reduced and the camera operates in the following way. Other operations operate in the same way as recording mode [ ]. Refer to P19 for the setting method.

Conditions:

• When 15 seconds pass without any operation.

• When 5 seconds pass without any operation after taking a picture. (Only effective when [ECONOMY] in the [SETUP] menu is set to [LEVEL 2].) (P21)

Operation:

• The [MONITOR OFF] message blinks and then the LCD monitor turns off and the status indicator lights.

How to turn the LCD monitor on again:

Press any button.

Power save:

The camera turns off and power save mode is activated when 2 minutes pass without any operation. Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel power save mode.

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• Economy mode is not activated in the following cases. (Power save mode is activated.) – While the menu screen is displayed. – While the self-timer is set.

• Power save mode is not activated when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

Taking Close-up Pictures

This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k).

∫ Focus range

30 cm

5 cm (0.16 feet)

(0.98 feet)

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) in macro mode.

• When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range (depth of field) is significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.

• If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.

• Macro mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is more than 30 cm (0.98 feet) it takes longer to focus on it in macro mode than normal picture mode.

• The available flash range is about 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 3.7 m (12.1 feet) (Wide). (When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO].)

Advanced

• We recommend setting the flash to Forced OFF [ ] when you take pictures at close range.

• When you take pictures at close range, the resolution of the periphery of the picture may decrease slightly. This is not a malfunction.

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Scene Mode

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When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Two frequently used scenes can be set to the mode dials [ ] and [ ].

• Refer to P49 to 53 for each scene menu.

1 Press 3/4 to select the scene

mode.

SCENE MODE 1

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SELECT

SCENE MODE 1

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SELECT

• Press 4 at A to switch to the next menu screen.

• If [SCENE MODE] menu does not appear, press [MENU/SET] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu.

• When you press 1, explanations about each scene mode are displayed. (When you press 2, the screen returns to the [SCENE MODE] menu.)

2 Press [MENU/SET].

PORTRAIT

SOFT SKIN

SCENERY

SPORTS

SET

NIGHT PORTRAIT

NIGHT SCENERY

FOOD

PAR T Y

SET

∫ About the menu screen items

• There are 4 menu screens (1/4, 2/4, 3/4 and 4/4).

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever.

SCENE MODE 1

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SELECT

PORTRAIT

SOFT SKIN

SCENERY

SPORTS

SCENE MODE 1

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SELECT

SCENE MODE 1

SCN

SET

SELECT

CANDLE LIGHT

FIREWORKS

STARRY SKY

SNOW

NIGHT PORTRAIT

NIGHT SCENERY

FOOD

PAR T Y

SCENE MODE 1

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SET

SELECT

SET

BABY1

BABY2

SET

∫ Setting frequently used scenes to the

mode dials [ ] and [ ].

1 Set [SCENE MENU] in the [SETUP]

menu to [OFF]. (P22)

2 Press 3/4 to select the scene mode

and then press [MENU/SET].

• When the mode dial is set to [ ] or [ ], the selected scene mode is activated and the [SCENE MODE] menu is not displayed. This is convenient as you do not need to select the scene mode in the [SCENE MODE] menu every time you take pictures.

• When you take a picture with a scene mode that is not adequate for the purpose, the hue of the picture may differ from the actual scene.

• When you want to change the brightness of the picture to be recorded, compensate the exposure (P42). (However, the exposure cannot be compensated in [STARRY SKY].)

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• Press 2 and then press 3/4 in the [SCENE MODE] menu to select either the [REC] menu icon [ ] (P59) or the [SETUP] menu icon [ ] (P19) and set the desired items.

• The following cannot be set in scene mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. – [W.BALANCE] – [SENSITIVITY] – [COL.EFFECT] – [PICT.ADJ.]

Advanced

Soft skin mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) The camera detects the face or skin area to achieve a smoother appearance of the skin than portrait mode.

Portrait mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) The person stands out from the background and has a healthier complexion.

∫ Technique for Portrait mode

To increase the effective of this mode: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible

to Tele.

2 Move close to the subject to make this

mode more effective.

• This mode is only suitable when taking pictures outdoors in the daytime.

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

∫ Technique for Soft skin mode

To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible

to Tele.

2 Move close to the subject to make this

mode more effective.

• This mode is only suitable when taking pictures outdoors in the daytime.

• If a part of the background etc. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed.

• This mode may not be effective when there is insufficient brightness.

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

Scenery mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) The camera focuses preferentially on a distant subject. This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape.

• The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to ¶.

• The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [].

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Sports mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take pictures of a fast moving subject e.g. when taking pictures of outdoor sports.

∫ Technique for Sports mode

• This mode is effective when taking pictures during the day in good weather.

• This mode is suitable for taking pictures outdoors in the daytime when you are 5 m (16.4 feet) or more away from the subject.

Night portrait mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take pictures of a subject and a landscape with near real-life brightness by using the flash and slowing down the shutter speed.

• We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from the subject when taking a picture.

• The focus range is 1.2 m (3.94 feet) to 5 m (16.4 feet). (Refer to P39 for the available flash range to take pictures.)

• The shutter may remain closed (max. about 1 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal processing. This is not a malfunction.

• Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.

• When using the flash, Slow sync./Red-eye reduction [ ] is selected and the flash is activated every time.

Night scenery mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This modes allows you to record the nightscape vividly by reducing the shutter speed.

∫ Technique for Night portrait mode

• Use the flash.

• Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

• Keep the subject still for about 1 second after taking the picture.

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∫ Technique for Night scenery mode

• Since the shutter speed becomes slower (up to about 8 sec.) use a tripod. We also recommend using the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

• The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to ¶.

• The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal processing. This is not a malfunction.

• Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.

• The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [].

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

• You cannot set the slow shutter.

Food mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc.

Advanced

(4.92 feet) from the subject when taking pictures.

• The flash setting can be set to Slow sync./ Red-eye reduction [ ] or Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction [ ].

Candle light mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take pictures with a candle-lit atmosphere.

• The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/ 30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]

Party mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) Select this mode when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, indoor party etc. By using the flash and slowing down the shutter speed, both people and the background can be recorded with a brightness close to real life.

∫ Technique for Party mode

• Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

• We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m

∫ Technique for Candle light mode

• If you make the most of the candle light, you can take successful pictures without using the flash.

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

• The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/ 30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]

• The flash setting can be set to Slow sync./ Red-eye reduction [ ] or Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction [ ].

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Fireworks mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky.

∫ Technique for Fireworks mode

• Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod.

• This mode is most effective when the subject is 10 m (32.8 feet) or more away.

• The shutter speed becomes the following. – When [OFF] is set on the optical image

stabilizer function: Fixed to 1 second

– When [MODE1] or [MODE2] is set on

the optical image stabilizer function: 1/4th or 1 second (The shutter speed becomes 1 second only when the camera has determined that there is little jitter such as when using a tripod etc.)

• Histograms are always displayed in orange. (P36)

• The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [].

• You cannot set the AF mode setting.

• You cannot set the slow shutter.

Starry sky mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject that you

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could not take in [NIGHT SCENERY] by making the shutter speed slower.

∫ Setting the shutter speed

• Select a shutter speed of [15 SEC.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.].

1 Press 3/4 to select the number of

seconds and then press [MENU/SET].

STARRY SKY

15 SEC.

30 SEC.

60 SEC.

CANCEL

SELECT SET

2 Taking Pictures.

CANCEL

• Press the shutter button to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed. When countdown finishes, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same length of time as the set shutter speed for signal processing.

• Press [MENU/SET] to stop taking the picture while the countdown screen is displayed.

∫ Technique for Starry sky mode

• The shutter opens for 15, 30 or 60 seconds. Be sure to use a tripod. We also recommend taking pictures with the self-timer. (P41)

• Histograms are always displayed in orange. (P36)

• The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF [].

• The optical image stabilizer function is fixed to [OFF].

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

• You cannot compensate the exposure or set auto bracket, burst mode.

Snow mode

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode allows you to take a picture in locations such as skiing resorts and locations near snowy mountains. The exposure and the white balance are adjusted to make the white color of the snow stand out.

Advanced

• If you do not want the age to be displayed, select [WITHOUT AGE] and press [MENU/SET].

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BABY1

WITH AGE

WITHOUT AGE

BIRTHDAY SET.

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SELECT SET

∫ Birthday setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [BIRTHDAY SET.]

and then press [MENU/SET].

2 When the message [PLEASE SET THE

BIRTHDAY OF THE BABY] appears, select items (Year/Month/Day) using 2/1 and set them using 3/4.

3 Press [MENU/SET] to finish the setting.

• If you select [WITH AGE] without setting the birthday in advance, a message is displayed. Press [MENU/SET] and set the birthday in steps 2 and 3.

Baby mode 1

Baby mode 2

Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE]

SET

menu and select a scene mode. (P48) This mode takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When the flash is used, the light from it is weaker than usual. You can set the birthdays of two babies by using [BABY1] and [BABY2].

• The baby’s age can be displayed when playing back pictures.

• The age can also be printed on each picture by using the software [LUMIX Simple Viewer] in the CD-ROM (supplied). (For information about printing, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.)

∫ Age display setting

• If you want the age to be displayed, set the birthday in advance, select [WITH AGE] and press [MENU/SET].

• The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/ 30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]

• After turning on the camera in [BABY1]/ [BABY2] in scene mode or switching to [BABY1]/[BABY2] from other scene modes, the age and current date and time are displayed for about 5 seconds at the bottom of the screen.

• The age display style differs depending on the language setting in the recording mode.

• The display style when printing may differ slightly from the display style on the screen.

• The date of birth is displayed as [0 month 0 day].

• If the age is not properly displayed, check the clock and birthday settings.

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Advanced

• If the camera is set to [WITHOUTAGE], the age is not recorded even if the time and birthday are set. This means the age cannot be displayed even if the camera is set to [WITH AGE] after taking the pictures.

• Use [RESET] in the [SETUP] menu to reset the birthday setting. (P21)

Motion Picture Mode

1 Press the shutter button halfway

to focus and then press it fully to start recording.

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• When the subject is focused, the focus indication lights.

• The focus, zoom and aperture value are fixed to the setting when recording starts (the first frame).

• The available recording time A is displayed on the top right and the elapsed recording time B is displayed on the bottom right of the screen. For example, 1 hour 20 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [1h20m30s].

• The available recording time and the elapsed recording time are approximations.

2 Press the shutter button fully to

stop recording.

• If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera stops recording automatically.

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∫ Changing the picture quality setting

1 Press [MENU/SET].

2 Press 3/4 to select

[PICT.MODE] and then press 1.

REC

SELECT

W.BALANCE

PICT.MODE AF MODE D.ZOOM

COL.EFFECT

SET

AUTO

OFF

3 Press 3/4 to select the item and

then press [MENU/SET].

Item Picture size fps 30fpsQVGA 10fpsQVGA

320k240 pixels

30 10

• fps (frames per second); This refers to the number of frames used in 1 second.

• You can record smoother motion pictures with 30 fps.

• You can record longer motion pictures with 10 fps although the picture quality is lower.

• The file size with [10fpsQVGA] is small so it is suitable for e-mails.

4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

Advanced

• You cannot record audio.

• This unit does not support recording motion pictures on MultiMediaCards.

• Depending on the type of SD Memory Card, recording may stop in the middle.

• We recommend using Panasonic’s SD Memory Card.

• Depending on the type of SD Memory Card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction.

• When motion pictures recorded with the camera are played back on other equipment, the quality of the picture may deteriorate and it may not be possible to play them back.

• In motion picture mode [ ], you cannot use the direction detection function and the review function.

• You cannot set [MODE2] on the optical image stabilizer function.

• The bundled software includes QuickTime to play back motion picture files recorded with the camera on the PC.

• The focus range is 5 cm (0.16 feet) to ¶ (Wide), 30 cm (0.98 feet) to ¶ (Tele).

• Refer to P92 for information about the available recording time.

• The available recording time is an approximation. (It varies depending on the recording condition and the types of SD memory Card.)

• The available recording time changes with subjects.

• The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.

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Advanced

Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

1 Rotate the zoom lever towards

[ ] [W] to display multiple screens.

(Screen when 9 screens are displayed)

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• After the multiple screens are

displayed, rotate the zoom lever further towards [ ] [W] to display 16 screens then 25 screens. Rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [T] to return to the previous screen.

• When you switch to multiple screens, a

scroll bar A appears. You can confirm the location of the displayed picture in all the recorded pictures with this scroll bar.

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a

picture.

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• The recording date and number of the

selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures are displayed.

• Depending on the recorded picture and the setting, the following icons will appear. –[ ] (Favorites)

– [ ] (Motion picture) – [ ] ([BABY1]/[BABY2] in scene

mode)

∫ Examples of 16 screens and

25 screens

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B: 16 screens C: 25 screens

∫ To return to normal playback

Rotate towards [ ] [T] or press [MENU/SET].

• The picture appears framed in orange.

∫ To delete a picture during multi

playback

1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture

and then press [ ].

2 Press 3 to select [YES]. 3 Press [MENU/SET].

• Even if the indications on the screen are turned off in normal playback mode (P35), the recording information etc. appears on the screen in multi playback. You can switch between displaying or not displaying the indications on the screen by pressing [DISPLAY]. If you return to the previous screen, the indications on the screen are displayed as in normal playback mode.

• Pictures will not be displayed in the rotated direction even if [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON]. (P67)

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Using the Playback Zoom

Advanced

∫ To delete a picture during the

playback zoom 1 Press [ ]. 2 Press 3 to select [YES]. 3 Press [MENU/SET].

1 Rotate the zoom lever towards

[ ] [T] to enlarge the picture.

4X CANCEL

DELETE

•:1k>2k>4k>8k>16k

• When you rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [W] after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. When you rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [T], the magnification becomes higher.

• When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second so that you can check the position of the enlarged section.

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the

position.

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• When you move the position to be displayed, the zoom position indication appears for about 1 second.

∫ To stop using the playback zoom

Rotate towards [ ] [W] or press [MENU/SET].

DELETE

• Even if the indications on the screen are turned off in normal playback mode (P35), the magnification and operation appear on the screen when the playback zoom is activated. You can switch between

displaying or not displaying the indications on the screen by pressing [DISPLAY]. When you set the magnification to 1k, the indications on the screen are displayed as in normal playback mode.

• The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.

• If you want to save the enlarged picture, use the trimming function. (P72)

• The playback zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipment.

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Advanced

Playing Back Motion Pictures

Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon [ ]/ [ ] and then press 4 to play back.

PLAY MOTION PICTURE

• The motion picture recording time A is displayed on the screen. After playback starts, the motion picture recording time disappears and the elapsed playback time is displayed on the bottom right of the screen. For example, 1 hour 20 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [1h20m30s].

• The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/ 2/1.

• Press 4 again to stop motion picture playback and return to the normal playback screen.

Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding

Press and hold 2/1 during motion picture playback.

2: Fast rewind 1: Fast forward

• The camera returns to normal motion picture playback when 2/1 is released.

To pa u s e

Press 3 during motion picture playback.

• Press 3 again to cancel pause.

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• The motion pictures cannot be recorded with audio.

• The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG.

• Please note that the bundled software includes QuickTime to play back motion picture files created with the camera on the PC.

• Some QuickTime Motion JPEG files recorded by a PC or other equipment may not play back on the camera.

• If you play back motion pictures that have been recorded with other equipment, the picture quality may deteriorate or the pictures may not play back.

• You cannot play back the audio of motion pictures with audio recorded on other equipment.

• When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than usual.

• You cannot use the following functions with motion pictures. – Playback zoom

(While playing back or pausing motion

pictures) – [ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE] – [RESIZE]/[TRIMMING]

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Menu Settings

Using the [REC] Mode Menu

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Increase the variety of pictures you can take by setting color effect, picture adjustment etc.

• Set the mode dial to the desired recording mode.

• Menu items differ depending on the mode selected with the mode dial (P5). This page describes how to set [AF MODE] in normal picture mode [ ]. (Refer to P60 to 65 for each menu item.)

• Select [RESET] in the [SETUP] menu to return the menu settings to the initial settings at the time of purchase. (P21)

1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the menu

item.

EXIT

AUTO AUTO

REC

W.BALANCE

SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE

QUALITY

SELECT

Menu Settings

3 Press 1, press 3/4 to select the

setting and then press [MENU/SET].

SET

㧙

OFF OFF

STANDARD

SET

REC

AF MODE SLOW SHUTTER D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

SELECT

4 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

∫ About the menu screen items

• There are 2 menu screens (1/2 and 2/2).

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever.

STANDARD

EXIT

㧙

OFF OFF

REC

W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY

SELECT

EXIT

AUTO AUTO

REC

AF MODE SLOW SHUTTER D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

SELECT

STANDARD

EXIT

㧙

OFF OFF

REC

AF MODE SLOW SHUTTER D.ZOOM COL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ.

SELECT

•Press 4 at A to switch to the next menu screen.

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Menu Settings

[W.BALANCE]

Adjusting the hue for a more natural picture

Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) This function allows you to reproduce a white color close to real life in pictures recorded under sunlight, halogen lighting etc. in which the white color may appear reddish or bluish. Select a setting that matches the recording conditions.

AUTO for auto setting (auto

white balance)

(Daylight) for recording outdoors

on a bright day

(Cloudy) for recording outdoors

on a cloudy day

(Halogen) for recording under

halogen lighting

(White set) for using the preset

white balance

(White set) for setting the white

balance again

• If you select a setting other than [AUTO], you can finely adjust the white balance.

∫ Auto white balance

The available white balance range is shown in the following illustration. When you take a picture beyond the available white balance range, the picture may appear reddish or bluish. Also, auto white balance may not operate properly if the subject is surrounded by many light sources. In these cases, set the white balance to a mode other than [AUTO].

1 Auto white balance will work in the

following range. 2 Blue sky 3 Cloudy sky (Rain) 4 TV screen

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5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent light 7 Incandescent light bulb 8 Sunrise and sunset 9 Candlelight

KlKelvin Color Temperature ∫ Setting the white balance manually

(White set )

Use this to set the white balance manually. 1 Select [ ] (White set) and then

press [MENU/SET].

2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper

etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then press [MENU/SET].

WHITE SET

SETCANCEL

3 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the

menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.

∫ Finely adjusting the white balance

(white balance fine adjustment )

You can adjust the white balance finely when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the white balance.

• Set the white balance to [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/ [].

1 Press 3 [ ] several times until

[WB ADJUST.] appears and then press 2/1 to adjust the white balance.

WB ADJUST.

BLUERED

SELECT

EXIT

• 2 [RED]: Press when the hue is bluish.

• 1 [BLUE]: Press when the hue is reddish.

• Select [0] to return to the original white

balance.

2 Press [MENU/SET] to finish.

• You can also press the shutter

button halfway to finish.

About the white balance

• When you take a picture with the flash, the white balance is automatically adjusted [except for [ ] (Daylight)]. However, the white balance may not be properly adjusted if the flash level is insufficient.

• The white balance cannot be set in simple mode [ ] and scene mode.

About the white balance fine adjustment

• You can finely adjust the white balance independently for each white balance item.

• The white balance icon on the screen turns red or blue.

• The white balance fine adjustment setting is reflected in the picture when using the flash.

• The white balance fine adjustment setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off.

Menu Settings

• The white balance fine adjustment level in [ ] (White set) returns to “0” when you reset the white balance using White set [].

• You cannot finely adjust the white balance when [COL.EFFECT] (P65) is set to [COOL], [WARM], [B/W] or [SEPIA].

[SENSITIVITY]

Setting the light sensitivity

Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) ISO is a measure of sensitivity to light. The higher the sensitivity is set, the less light is needed to take a picture so the camera becomes more suitable for recording in dark places.

• When [AUTO] is selected, the ISO sensitivity automatically increases to a maximum of [ISO200] (or [ISO400] when the flash is activated) depending on the brightness.

ISO sensitivity 80 400 Use in bright

places

Suitable

(e.g. outdoors) Use in dark

places

Not

suitable

Shutter speed Slow Fast Noise Less Increased

• To avoid picture noise, we recommend decreasing the ISO sensitivity or setting [PICT.ADJ.] to [NATURAL]. (P65)

• ISO sensitivity cannot be set in scene mode, motion picture mode [ ] and simple mode [ ].

Not

suitable

Suitable

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Menu Settings

[ASPECT RATIO]

Setting the aspect ratio of pictures

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Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) By changing the aspect ratio, you can select an angle of view that matches the subject.

Select to take pictures with the same aspect ratio as a 4:3 TV or a computer monitor.

Select to take pictures with the same 3:2 aspect ratio as 35 mm film.

This is suitable for landscapes etc. where a wide view is preferable. This is also suitable for playing back pictures on a wide-screen TV, high-definition TV etc.

• The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing. (P90)

[PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY]

Setting a picture size and quality that matches your use of the pictures

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Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. Although you cannot see the difference on the camera’s screen, the more the pixels the finer the picture will be when it is printed on a large piece of paper or displayed on a computer monitor. Picture quality refers to the compression rate when saving digital pictures.

A Many pixels (Fine) B Few pixels (Rough)

∫ Number of pixels

You can print pictures more clearly when a large picture size [ ] (5M) is selected. When a smaller picture size [ ] (0.3M EZ) is selected, you can record more pictures and attach them to an e-mail or post them on a website because their file size is small.

∫ When the aspect ratio is [ ].

(5M) 2560k1920 pixels (3M EZ) 2048k1536 pixels (2M EZ) 1600k1200 pixels (1M EZ) 1280k960 pixels (0.3M EZ) 640k480 pixels

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∫ When the aspect ratio is [ ].

(4.5M) 2560k1712 pixels (2.5M EZ) 2048k1360 pixels

∫ When the aspect ratio is [ ].

(3.5M) 2560k1440 pixels (2M EZ) 1920k1080 pixels

∫ Quality

You can increase the number of recordable pictures without changing the picture size if quality is set to [STANDARD].

Fine (Low compression): This gives priority to picture quality. Picture quality will be high.

Standard (High compression): This gives priority to the number of recordable pictures. Standard quality pictures are recorded.

• The number of pixels that can be selected differs depending on the aspect ratio. If you change the aspect ratio, set the picture size.

• “EZ” is an abbreviation of [Extended optical Zoom]. This is a function which further extends the optical zoom ratio. If you select a picture size with EZ displayed, the zoom ratio is extended to a maximum of 3.8k when the digital zoom is set to [OFF]. (P29)

• In motion picture mode [ ], the picture size is fixed to QVGA (320k240 pixels).

• Pictures may appear mosaic depending on the subject and the recording conditions.

• Refer to P91 for information about the number of recordable pictures.

• The number of recordable pictures depends on the subject.

• The number of recordable pictures displayed on the screen may not correspond with recorded frames.

Menu Settings

• In simple mode [ ], the settings become as follows. –ENLARGE:

[ ] (5M [ ])/Fine

–4qk6q/10k15cm:

[ ] (2.5M EZ [ ])/Standard

–E-MAIL:

[ ] (0.3M EZ [ ])/Standard

[AF MODE]

Setting the focus method

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Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition.

(5-area-focusing):

The camera focuses on any of 5 focus areas. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen.

[3-area-focusing (High speed)]:

The camera quickly focuses on any of 3 focus areas points – left, right or center. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen.

[1-area-focusing (High speed)]:

The camera quickly focuses on the subject in the AF area on the center of the screen.

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Menu Settings

(1-area-focusing):

The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the center of the screen.

mode if it is difficult to focus using Spot-focusing mode.

• The AF mode cannot be set in simple mode [ ] or [FIREWORKS] (P52) in scene mode.

(Spot-focusing):

The camera focuses on a limited narrow area in the screen.

∫ About 3-area-focusing (High speed)

and 1-area-focusing (High speed)

• You can focus on the subject more quickly than other AF modes.

• The picture may stop moving for a moment before being brought into focus when you press the shutter button halfway. This is not a malfunction.

• The AF area displayed on the center of the screen is bigger than usual when using the digital zoom or when taking pictures in dark places.

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• The camera is focusing on all the AF areas when multiple AF areas (max. 5 areas) light at the same time. The focus position is not predetermined. It is set to a position automatically determined by the camera at the time of focusing. If you want to determine the focus position to take pictures, switch the AF mode to 1-area-focusing mode (High speed), 1-area-focusing mode or Spot-focusing mode.

• Switch the AF mode to 1-area-focusing mode (High speed) or 1-area-focusing

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[SLOW SHUTTER]

Recording bright pictures in dark places

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Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) The shutter speed is automatically adjusted. However, if you want brighter pictures you can manually select an even slower shutter speed.

• The slow shutter speeds you can select are: [1/8–], [1/4–], [1/2–] and [1–].

• This is effective if you want to take bright pictures of both a night landscape and a subject using [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P50) in scene mode.

Slow shutter setting

Brightness Darker Brighter Jitter Less More

∫ Example

1/8– 1–

• This should usually be set to [1/8–] to take pictures. (When you select a slow shutter speed other than [1/8–], [ ] appears on the lower left of the screen.)

• When the shutter speed is made slower using [SLOW SHUTTER], jitter is likely to occur. We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) for taking pictures.

1/8– 1–

• You cannot set the slow shutter in [NIGHT SCENERY], [FIREWORKS] and [STARRY SKY] in scene mode.

[COL.EFFECT]

Setting color effects for the recorded pictures

Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) Select a color effect that matches the recording conditions and your image of the recording.

COOL The picture becomes bluish. WARM The picture becomes reddish. B/W The picture becomes black and

white.

SEPIA The picture becomes sepia.

[PICT.ADJ.]

Adjusting the picture quality for the recorded pictures

Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P59) Select an effect that matches the recording situation and your image of the recording.

NATURAL The picture becomes softer. VIVID The picture becomes sharper.

• When you take pictures in dark places, noise may become visible. To avoid noise, we recommend setting [PICT.ADJ.] to [NATURAL].

Menu Settings

Using the [PLAY] mode menu

You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc.

• Refer to P66 to 74 for each menu item.

1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the menu

item.

OFF

EXIT

SINGLE

MULTI

CANCEL

PLAY

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

SELECT

PLAY

PROTECT

RESIZE

TRIMMING

COPY

FORMAT

SELECT

• Press 4 at A to switch to the next menu screen.

3 Press 1.

PLAY

PROTECT

RESIZE

TRIMMING

COPY

FORMAT

SELECT

SET

• After selecting a menu item in step 3, refer to the description of the menu item in the operating instructions and then set it.

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∫ About the menu screen items

• There are 2 menu screens (1/2 and 2/2).

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever.

EXIT

PLAY

SELECT

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

EXIT

OFF

PLAY

SELECT

PROTECT

RESIZE

TRIMMING

COPY

FORMAT

[SLIDE SHOW]

Playing back pictures in order for a fixed duration

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) This is recommended when playing back pictures on a TV screen. You can skip unwanted pictures if [FAVORITE] (P67) has been set.

1 Press 3/4 to select [ALL] or [ ]

and then press [MENU/SET].

PLAY

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

SELECT

SET

[ALL] Displays all pictures. [] Displays only those pictures

that have been set as favorites (P67).

• The screen shown in step 1 appears when [FAVORITE] is set to [ON]. When [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF], perform step 2 onwards.

• If none of the pictures have [ ] displayed, you cannot select [ ] even if [FAVORITE] is set to [ON].

ALL

OFF

SET

2 Press 3 to select [START] and

then press [MENU/SET].

(Screen when [ALL] is selected)

ALL SLIDE SHOW

START DURATION

CANCEL

SELECT

SET

1SEC.

SET

• The cursor displayed during a slide show A or while a slide show is paused B is the same as 3/4/2/1.

• Press 3 to pause the slide show. Press 3 again to cancel pause.

• Press 2/1 while paused to display the previous or next picture.

3 Press 4 to finish.

∫ Setting the duration

Select [DURATION] on the screen shown in step 2 and set.

[DURATION] Can be set to [1SEC.],

• You can only select [MANUAL] when [ ] has been selected in step 1.

• Press 2/1 to display the previous or next picture when [MANUAL] is selected.

• You cannot play back motion pictures and use power save in a slide show. (However, the setting for power save mode is fixed to [10MIN.] while pausing a slide show or playing back a manual slide show.)

[2SEC.], [3SEC.], [5SEC.] or [MANUAL] (manual playback).

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[FAVORITE]

Setting your favorite pictures

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites.

• Delete all the pictures not set as favorites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPT ]) (P33)

• Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. (P66)

1 Press 4 to select [ON] and then

press [MENU/SET].

PLAY

SELECT

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

SET

OFF

CANCEL

SET

• You cannot set pictures as favorites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF]. Also the favorites icon [ ] will not appear when [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF] even if it was previously set to [ON].

• You cannot select [CANCEL] if none of the pictures have [ ] displayed.

2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

3 Press 2/1 to select the picture

then press 3.

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• Repeat the above procedure.

•If 3 is pressed while the [ ] favorites icon A is displayed, [ ] is cleared, and the favorites setting is canceled.

Menu Settings

• You can set up to 999 pictures as favorites.

∫ Deleting all favorites 1 Select [CANCEL] on the screen shown in

step 1 and then press [MENU/SET].

2 Press 3 to select [YES] and then press

[MENU/SET].

3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

• When printing pictures at a photo printing store, [ALL DELETE EXCEPT ] (P33) is useful so only the pictures you want to be printed remain on the card.

• Use [LUMIX Simple Viewer] on the CD-ROM (supplied), to set, confirm or delete favorites. (For information about this, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.)

• You may not be able to set pictures taken with other equipment as favorites.

[ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE]

To display the picture rotated

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90° steps.

∫ Rotate display

(The picture is automatically rotated and displayed.)

1 Press 4 to select [ON] and then

press [MENU/SET].

PLAY

SELECT

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

SET

OFF

SET

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Menu Settings

• The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF].

• Refer to P32 for information about how to play back pictures.

2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

∫ Rotate

(The picture is rotated manually.)

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4.

ROTATE

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SELECT

SET

EXIT

• The [ROTATE] function is disabled when [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [OFF].

• Motion pictures and protected pictures cannot be rotated.

2 Press 3/4 to select the direction

to rotate the picture and then press [MENU/SET].

ROTATE

CANCEL

SELECT SET

SET

The picture rotates clockwise in steps of 90°.

The picture rotates counter-clockwise in steps of 90°.

3 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

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∫ Example When rotating clockwise ( )

Original picture

• When [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON], pictures recorded holding the camera vertically are played back vertically (rotated).

• If you take pictures when aiming the camera up or down, it may not be possible to display the pictures vertically. (P24)

• The picture may be slightly blurred when the camera is connected to the TV with the video cable (supplied) and played back vertically.

• When you play back pictures on a PC, they cannot be displayed in the rotated direction unless the OS or software is compatible with Exif. Exif is a file format for still pictures which allows recording information etc. to be added. It was established by JEITA [Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association].

• Rotated pictures are displayed without being rotated when they are played back in multi playback.

• It may not be possible to rotate pictures that have been recorded with other equipment.

[DPOF PRINT]

Setting the picture to print and the number of prints

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when

using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P72) and then set the DPOF setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/ white_e.htm

Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE], [MULTI] or [CANCEL] and then press [MENU/SET].

OFF

SINGLE

MULTI

CANCEL

SET

PLAY

SELECT

SLIDE SHOW

FAVORITE

ROTATE DISP.

ROTATE

DPOF PRINT

SET

• You cannot select [CANCEL] if there are no prints that have been set in the DPOF print settings.

∫ Single setting

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

to print and then press 3/4 to set the number of prints.

Menu Settings

∫ Multi setting

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

to print then press 3/4 to set the number of prints.

DPOF SET MULTI

7 9

COUNT

SELECT

• The number of prints icon [ ] appears.

• Repeat the above procedure. (You cannot set all the pictures at one time.)

• The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. The DPOF print setting is canceled when the number of prints is set to “0”.

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DATE

EXIT

DISPLAY

2 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

∫ To cancel all settings

1 Press 3 to select [YES] and then

press [MENU/SET].

DPOF SET THIS 1

COUNT

SELECT

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DISPLAY

• The number of prints icon [ ] appears.

• The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. The DPOF print setting is canceled when the number of prints is set to “0”.

2 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

CANCEL ALL DPOF

CANCEL ALL DPOF PRINT SETTINGS?

YES

SELECT

SET

2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the

menu.

• DPOF print settings on the built-in memory are canceled when a card is not inserted. DPOF print settings on the card are canceled when a card is inserted.

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Menu Settings

∫ To print the date

After setting the number of prints, set/ cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISPLAY].

DPOF SET THIS 1

DATE

COUNT

SELECT

• The date print icon [ ] appears.

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DISPLAY

• When you go to a photo printing store for digital printing, be sure to order the printing of the date additionally if required.

• Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date. For further information, ask at your photo printing store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer.

• DPOF is an abbreviation of [Digital Print Order Format]. This feature allows you to write print information to media and then use the information on a DPOF-compliant system.

• DPOF print setting is a convenient function when printing pictures with a printer that supports PictBridge (P77). The date printing setting on the printer may take priority over the date printing setting on the camera. Check the date printing setting on the printer also. (P77)

• It is necessary to delete all previous DPOF print information made on other equipment when setting DPOF print on the camera.

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

[PROTECT]

Preventing accidental erasure of pictures

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake.

Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE], [MULTI] or [CANCEL] and then press [MENU/SET].

SINGLE

OFF

MULTI

CANCEL

SET

PLAY

SELECT

PROTECT

RESIZE

TRIMMING

COPY

FORMAT

SET

∫ Single setting

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4 to set/cancel.

PROTECT THIS

SELECT SET/CANCEL

SET The protect icon [ ] appears. CANCEL The protect icon [ ]

disappears.

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2 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

∫ Multi setting/To cancel all settings

Perform the same operation as in “[DPOF PRINT] Setting the picture to print and the number of prints”. (P68 to 70)

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• If you press [MENU/SET] while canceling protection, the canceling will stop halfway.

• The protect setting may not be effective on other equipment.

• If you want to delete protected pictures, cancel their protection.

• Even if you protect pictures in the built-in memory or a card, they will be deleted if the built-in memory or the card is formatted. (P74)

• Even if you do not protect pictures on an SD Memory Card, they cannot be deleted when the card’s write protect switch A is set to [LOCK].

Menu Settings

• When the aspect ratio setting is []. – Pictures recorded in [ ]

(2.5M EZ)

• When the aspect ratio setting is []. – Pictures recorded in [ ] (2M EZ)

– Motion pictures

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

2 Press 2/1 to select the size and

then press 4.

RESIZE

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• The following functions cannot be used with protected pictures. –[ROTATE]

[RESIZE]

Making the picture smaller

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) This function is useful if you want to reduce the file size of a picture to attach it to an e-mail or upload it to a website.

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4.

RESIZE

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SELECT

• The following pictures cannot be resized.

• When the aspect ratio setting is [ ].

– Pictures recorded in [ ] (0.3M EZ)

EXITSET

SELECT

EXITRESIZE

• Sizes smaller than the recorded picture are displayed.

• When the aspect ratio setting is [ ].

– [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]

• When the aspect ratio setting is

[]. –[ ]

• When the aspect ratio setting is

[]. –[ ]

3 Press 3/4 to select [YES] or

[NO] and then press [MENU/SET].

RESIZE

DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?

YES

SELECT SET

CANCEL

• The picture is overwritten when you select [YES]. Resized pictures cannot be restored when they are overwritten.

• A resized picture is newly created when you select [NO].

SET

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Menu Settings

• If the original picture is protected, you cannot overwrite it. Select [NO] and newly create a resized picture.

4 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

[TRIMMING]

Enlarging a picture and trimming it

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture.

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4.

TRIMMING

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SELECT SET

EXIT

• Motion pictures cannot be trimmed.

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

2 Enlarge or decrease the parts to

be trimmed with the zoom lever.

TRIMMING

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3 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the

position of the part to be trimmed.

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4 Press shutter button.

• The message [DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?] appears.

5 Press 3/4 to select [YES] or

[NO] and then press [MENU/SET].

TRIMMING

DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE?

YES

CANCEL

SELECT SET

SET

• The picture is overwritten when you select [YES]. The trimmed pictures cannot be restored when they are overwritten.

• A trimmed picture is newly created when you select [NO].

• When the original picture is protected, you cannot overwrite it. Select [NO] and newly create a trimmed picture.

6 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close

the menu.

• Depending on the cut size, the picture size of the trimmed picture may become smaller than that of the original picture.

• The picture quality of the trimmed picture will deteriorate.

[COPY]

Copying the picture data

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) You can copy recorded picture data from the built-in memory to a card or vice versa.

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ZOOM TRIM:SHUTTER

EXIT

1 Press 3/4 to select the copy

destination and then press [MENU/SET].

PLAY

SELECT

PROTECT

RESIZE

TRIMMING

COPY

FORMAT

SET

•: All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time. (Perform step 3)

•: One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory. (Perform step 2)

2 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4.

COPY

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SELECT SET

EXIT

• When you copy picture data from the built-in memory to the card, all the pictures are selected at one time so this screen does not appear.

3 Press 3 to select [YES] and then

press [MENU/SET].

(The illustration shows the screen when pictures are copied from the built-in memory to a card.)

COPY

COPY PICTURES FROM BUILT-IN

MEMORY TO

MEMORY CARD ?

YES

SELECT SET

SET

Menu Settings

• The message [COPY THIS PICTURE TO BUILT-IN MEMORY?] appears when you copy pictures from the card to the built-in memory.

• If you press [MENU/SET] while copying pictures from the built-in memory to the card, the copying will stop halfway.

• Do not turn the camera off or do any other operations before copying is finished. The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost.

4 Press [MENU/SET] several times

to close the menu.

• If you copy picture data from the built-in memory to a card, the screen automatically returns to the playback screen when all the pictures are copied.

• If you copy picture data from the built-in memory to a card, we recommend using a card which has more free space than the built-in memory (about 14 MB).

• It may take time to copy the picture data.

• Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a Panasonic digital camera, you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a PC.)

• DPOF settings on the original picture data will not be copied. Set the DPOF settings again after copying is finished. (P68)

• If a picture with the same name as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination, the picture will not be copied.

• If you copy picture data from the built-in memory to a card which does not have sufficient free space, the picture data will only be copied halfway.

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Menu Settings

[FORMAT]

Initializing the built-in memory or a card

Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode

SET

menu and select the item to set. (P65) Usually, it is not necessary to format the built-in memory and the card. Format them when the message [BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR] or [MEMORY CARD ERROR] appears.

Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].

(The illustration shows the screen when the built-in memory is formatted.)

FORMAT

DELETE ALL DATA ON THE BUILT-IN MEMORY?

YES

SELECT SET

• When a card is not inserted, you can format the built-in memory. When a card is inserted, you can format the card.

• If you press [MENU/SET] while formatting the built-in memory, the formatting will stop halfway. (However, all the pictures will be deleted.)

SET

• It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card. (Max. about 15 sec.)

• You cannot format an SD Memory Card when the card’s write protect switch is set to [LOCK].

• If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest servicenter.

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

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

• Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data including any protected pictures. Check the data carefully before formatting.

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

• Use batteries with sufficient power (P13) or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional) when formatting.

• Do not turn the camera off during formatting.

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Connecting to a PC

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You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. The software [LUMIX Simple Viewer] (for Windows allows you to easily acquire pictures recorded with the camera to a PC, print them and send them by e-mail.

If you use Windows USB driver and then connect it to the computer.

For information about installing [LUMIX Simple Viewer] etc., refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.

A: USB connection cable (supplied) B: AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional)

• Use batteries with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

• Turn the camera off before inserting or removing the cable for the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

1 Turn on the camera and the PC.

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) in the CD-ROM (supplied)

98/98SE, install the

DIGITAL

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2 Connect the camera to a PC via

the USB connection cable A (supplied).

• Connect the USB connection cable with the [ ] mark facing the [1] mark on the [DIGITAL] socket.

• Hold the USB connection cable at C and insert straight in or take straight out. (If you forcibly insert the USB connection cable at a slant or upside down you can deform the connection terminals and damage the camera or the connected equipment.)

ACCESS

D: This message appears during data

transfer.

3 Press 3 to select [PC] and then

press [MENU/SET].

USB MODE

PLEASE SELECT THE USB MODE

PC PictBridge(PTP)

SELECT SET

• If you set [USB MODE] in the [SETUP] menu to [PC] in advance, it is not necessary to set this every time you connect to a PC. (P22)

• If you set [USB MODE] to [PictBridge (PTP)] and then connect the camera to the PC, messages may appear on the screen of the PC. Select [Cancel] to close the messages and disconnect the camera from the PC. Set [USB MODE] to [PC] again.

[Windows]

The drive appears in the [My Computer] folder.

SET

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

[Macintosh]

The drive is displayed on the screen.

• The drive is displayed as [LUMIX] when you connect the camera with no card inserted.

• The drive is displayed as [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] when you connect the camera with a card inserted.

∫ Folder Composition

Folders are displayed as shown in the following illustration.

≥Built-in memory ≥SD Memory Card ≥MultiMediaCard

DCIM

100_PANA

P1000001.JPG

P1000002.JPG

P1000999.JPG

101_PANA

999_PANA

MISC

1 Folder number 2 File number 3 JPG: pictures

MOV: motion pictures

The items in each folder are as follows.

DCIM Folders from [100_PANA] to

[999_PANA]

100_PANA

Pictures/motion pictures to 999_PANA

MISC Files on which the DPOF

print settings are recorded

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• The data for up to 999 pictures recorded by the camera can be included in 1 folder. If the number of pictures exceeds 999, another folder is created.

• To reset the file number or the folder number, select [NO.RESET] in the [SETUP] menu. (P21)

∫ Conditions under which a different

folder number is used

In the following cases, the picture is not recorded in the same folder as the previously recorded picture. It is recorded in a folder with a new number. 1 When the folder just recorded to contains

a picture file with the number 999 in it (example: P1000999.JPG).

2 When the card just recorded to contains,

for example, a folder with the number 100 (100_PANA) in it and that card is removed and replaced with a card that has a folder with the number 100 in it recorded by a camera from a different maker (100XXXXX, with XXXXX being the name of the maker) and then a picture is recorded.

3 When recording after selecting

[NO.RESET] (P21) from the [SETUP] menu. (Pictures will be recorded to a new folder with a number sequential to the folder recorded to immediately before. By using [NO.RESET] on a card that does not contain folders or pictures, such as one just formatted, the folder number can be reset to 100.)

∫ PictBridge (PTP) setting

Even if you set [USB MODE] to [PictBridge (PTP)], you can connect to your PC if the OS is Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional or Mac OS X.

• Pictures can only be read on the camera. They cannot be written to a card or deleted.

• When there are 1000 or more pictures on a card, the pictures may not be imported.

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

• Do not disconnect the USB connection cable while [ACCESS] is displayed.

• If battery power is exhausted while the camera and the PC are communicating, the recorded data may be damaged. Use batteries with sufficient battery power (P13) or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional) when you connect the camera to the PC.

• If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. In this case, stop the communication at once on the PC.

• When connecting the camera to a Windows 2000 OS PC with the USB connection cable, do not replace the card while the camera and the PC are connected. The information on the card may be damaged. Disconnect the USB connection cable before replacing the card.

• For information about this, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.

• Read the operating instructions for the PC.

• If a card is not inserted when the camera is connected to the PC, you can edit or access the pictures on the built-in memory. If a card is inserted, you can edit or access the pictures on it.

• You cannot switch between the built-in memory and the card while the camera is connected to the PC. When you want to switch between the built-in memory and the card, disconnect the USB connection cable, insert (or remove) the card and then connect the USB connection cable to the PC again.

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Printing the Pictures

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By connecting the camera directly to a printer supporting PictBridge via the USB connection cable (supplied), you can select the pictures to print and start printing on the camera’s screen. Set print settings such as the print quality on the printer beforehand. (Read the printer operating instructions.)

DIGITAL

V.O U T DC IN

A: USB connection cable (supplied) B: AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional)

• It may take time to print some pictures. Use batteries with sufficient battery power (P13) or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional) when you connect to a printer.

• Turn the camera off before inserting or removing the cable for the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional).

1 Turn on the camera and the

printer.

2 Connect the camera to a printer

via the USB connection cable A (supplied).

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• Connect the USB connection cable with the [ ] mark facing the [1] mark on the [DIGITAL] socket.

• Hold the USB connection cable at C and insert straight in or take straight out.

3 Press 4 to select [PictBridge

(PTP)] and then press [MENU/SET].

• To find out more about PictBridge compliant printers, contact your local dealer.

∫ Single picture

1 Press 3 to select

[SINGLE PICTURE] and then press [MENU/SET].

PictBridge

USB MODE

PLEASE SELECT THE USB MODE

PC PictBridge(PTP)

SELECT SET

SET

• If you set [USB MODE] in the [SETUP] menu to [PictBridge (PTP)] in advance, it is not necessary to set this every time you connect to a PC. (P22)

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

• If a card is not inserted when the camera is connected to the PC, you can edit or access the picture data on the built-in memory. If a card is inserted, you can edit or access the picture data on it.

• You cannot switch between the built-in memory and the card while the camera is connected to the printer. When you want to switch between the built-in memory and the card, disconnect the USB connection cable, insert (or remove) the card and then connect the USB connection cable to the printer again.

• To print the age in [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P53) in scene mode, use the software [LUMIX Simple Viewer] in the CD-ROM (supplied) and print from the PC. For information about this, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.

SINGLE PICTURE

DPOF PICTURE

SELECT SET

SET

2 Press 2/1 to select the picture

and then press 4.

PictBridge

SELECT PRINT

• The message disappears in about 2 seconds.

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3 Press 3 to select [PRINT START]

and then press [MENU/SET].

SINGLE PICTURE

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

SELECTCANCEL SET

１秒

OFF

SET

• Press [MENU/SET] to cancel printing.

4 Disconnect the USB connection

cable after printing.

∫ Setting date printing, the number of

prints, the paper size and the page layout

Select and set each item in step 3.

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• Items not supported by the printer are displayed in gray and cannot be selected.

• When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [PAPER SIZE] or [PAGE LAYOUT] to [ ] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.)

•[PRINT WITHDATE]

Settings on the printer are

prioritized. OFF Date is not printed. ON Date is printed.

• If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the picture.

• [NUM. OF PRINTS]

Set the number of prints.

•[PAPER SIZE]

(Paper sizes that can be set with this unit) The paper sizes are displayed on pages 1/2 and 2/2. Press 4 to select.

1/2

Settings on the printer are prioritized.

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2/2 CARD SIZE

k148 mm k297 mm

54 mmk85.6 mm 10k15cm 100 mmk150 mm 4q

k6q 101.6 mmk152.4 mm k10q 203.2 mmk254 mm

8q LETTER 216 mm

k279.4 mm

¢These items cannot be displayed when

the printer does not support the paper sizes.

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•[PAGELAYOUT]

(Layouts that can be set with this unit)

Settings on the printer are prioritized.

1 page with no frame is printed. 1 page with a frame is printed. 2 pages are printed. 4 pages are printed.

• An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout.

∫ DPOF picture

• Set the DPOF print setting on the camera in advance. (P68)

1 Press 4 to select

[DPOF PICTURE] and then press [MENU/SET].

PictBridge

SINGLE PICTURE

DPOF PICTURE

SELECT SET

SET

2 Press 3 to select [PRINT START]

and then press [MENU/SET].

DPOF

PRINT START PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT DPOF SET

SELECTCANCEL SET

SET

• You cannot select [PRINT START] when the DPOF print setting is not set. Select [DPOF SET] and then set the DPOF print setting. (P68)

• Press [MENU/SET] to cancel printing.

3 Disconnect the USB connection

cable after printing.

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∫ Setting the date printing with the

DPOF print in advance

We recommend setting DPOF date printing with [DPOF PRINT] (P70) in advance when the printer supports it. If you select [DPOF PICTURE], printing starts and the recording date is printed.

∫ Layout printing

• When printing a picture several times on 1 sheet of paper

For example, if you want to print a picture 4 times on 1 sheet of paper, set [PAGE LAYOUT] to [ ] and then set [NUM. OF PRINTS] to 4.

• When printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paper (only in DPOF printing)

For example, if you want to print 4 different pictures on 1 sheet of paper, set [PAGE LAYOUT] to [ ] and then set [COUNT] in [DPOF PRINT] (P68) to 1 for each of the 4 pictures.

• Do not disconnect the USB connection cable when the cable disconnection warning icon [ ] is displayed. (Depending on the printer, the icon may not be displayed.)

• If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the printer are connected, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. If this happens during printing, press [MENU/SET] and stop printing at once. If not printing, disconnect the USB connection cable.

• The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer.

• If the total number of DPOF prints or the number of DPOF pictures printed is high, pictures may be printed several times. The remaining number of prints indicated may

differ from the number set. This is not a malfunction.

• With date printing, the setting on the printer may take priority over the setting on the camera. Check the date print setting on the printer also.

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Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

∫ Playing back pictures using the video

cable (supplied)

• Turn the camera and the TV off.

DIGITAL

V.O U T DC IN

1 Connect the video cable A

(supplied) to the [V.OUT] socket on the camera.

• Connect the video cable with the [ ] mark facing the [1] mark on the [V.OUT] socket.

• Hold the video cable at B and insert straight in or take straight out.

2 Connect the video cable to the

video input socket on the TV.

• 1 Yellow: to the video input socket

3 Turn the TV on and select external

input.

4 Turn the camera on.

Connecting to other equipment

• Depending on the screen mode setting of the TV when you connect the camera to a wide-screen TV or a high-definition TV, the picture may be stretched horizontally or vertically and the top and bottom and or left and right of the picture may be cut off when it is displayed. In this case, change the screen mode setting.

• Read the operating instructions for the TV.

• When you play back a picture vertically, it may be blurry.

• You can view pictures on TVs in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system when you set [VIDEO OUT] in the [SETUP] menu. Even if you set [VIDEO OUT] to [PAL], the output signal will still be NTSC in the recording mode.

∫ Playing back pictures on a TV with an

SD Memory Card slot

Still pictures recorded on an SD Memory Card can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot.

• Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen.

• Motion pictures cannot be played back. To play back motion pictures, connect the camera to the TV with the video cable (supplied).

• You may not be able to play back MultiMediaCards.

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

• The top and bottom or left and right of the picture may be cut off slightly when it is displayed due to the characteristics of the TV.

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Screen Display

34 5 6

27 26

25 24 23 22 21

ISO

A In recording

1 Recording mode (P23) 2 Flash mode (P38) 3 Burst (P45) 4 White balance (P60) 5 ISO sensitivity (P61) 6 Focus (P23) 7 Picture size (P62) 8 Quality (P62)

In Motion picture mode (P54)

: Jitter alert (P25)

9 Battery indication (P13) 10 Color effect mode (P65) 11 Number of recordable pictures/

Available recording time In Motion picture mode (P54)

e.g.:

R1h20m30

12 Built-in memory/Card (P16)

: Built-in memory

:Card 13 Recording state 14 Histogram (P36)

100

1/25F2.8

181920

15 Age (P53)

• This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on in baby mode, after setting the clock or

10 11 12 13

15 16 17

birthday, and after switching from other modes to baby mode.

16 Elapsed recording time (P54) 17 Current date and time

• This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching from playback mode to recording mode.

Zoom (P28)/Extended optical zoom (P29)/Digital zoom (P30)

18 Shutter speed (P23) 19 Aperture value (P23) 20 Exposure compensation (P42) 21 Auto bracket (P43) 22 Slow shutter (P64) 23 High angle mode (P37) 24 Self-timer mode (P41) 25 Spot AF area (P63) 26 AF area (P23) 27 Optical image stabilizer (P44)

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123

910

7 8

BACKLIGHT

B Recording in simple mode

1 Flash mode (P38) 2 Focus (P23) 3 Picture mode (P26)

: Jitter alert (P25) 4 Battery indication (P13) 5 Number of recordable pictures 6 Built-in memory/Card (P16)

: Built-in memory

:Card 7 Recording state 8 AF area (P23) 9 Operation for backlight compensation

(P27)

10 Current date and time

• This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching from playback mode to simple mode.

Zoom (P28)/Extended optical zoom (P29)

11 Backlight compensation (P27) 12 Self-timer mode (P41) 13 Burst (P45)

12 3 5 6

16 15

PLAY MOTION PICTURE

F2.8 1/25

10:00 DEC. 1.2006

100_0001

ISO

100

1/3

AUTO

7 8 9

11 12

C In playback

1 Playback mode (P32) 2 Number of DPOF prints (P68) 3 Protected picture (P70) 4 Picture size (P62) 5 Quality (P62)

In Motion picture mode (P54)

In Simple mode (P26)

:ENLARGE :4qk6q/10k15cm

:E-MAIL 6 Battery indication (P13) 7 Folder/File number (P76)

Built-in memory/Card (P16) 8 Picture number/Total pictures 9 Cable disconnection warning icon (P80)

• This is displayed when printing using a printer supporting PictBridge.　 (Depending on the printer, the icon may not be displayed.)

Motion picture recording time (P58) e.g.:

1h20m30

10 Histogram (P36) 11 Recording information 12 Favorites settings (P67)

Elapsed playback time (P58) e.g.:

1h20m30

13 Recorded date and time

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14 Age (P53) 15 Motion picture playback (P58) 16 Favorites (P67)

Cautions for Use

∫ Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit

or put a lot of pressure on it.

• Do not leave the unit in your pants pocket when you sit down or forcefully insert it into a full bag etc.

• Take care not to drop or knock the bag that you inserted the unit in as it may strongly shock the unit.

• A strong shock to the unit may break the lens, screen or outer case and cause the unit to malfunction.

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 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.

• 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.

• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the batteries or disconnect

AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional). Then reinsert the batteries 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 may be adversely affected.

Always use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords or the cables.

Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.

• If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the surface finish may peel off.

• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.

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

• Before cleaning the camera, remove the batteries or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC6; optional) from the electrical outlet.

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

• Wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and then with a soft, dry cloth.

• If you use a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that come with the cloth.

• If rain water or other drops of water splash onto the camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, then use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Lastly, wipe the camera again with a dry cloth.

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∫ Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card.

• The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted.

• Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card.

• Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.

∫ Batteries Be sure to remove the batteries when you will not be using the camera for a long period of time.

• If the temperature is too high or low, the terminals may rust causing a malfunction.

If you drop the batteries accidentally, check to see if the body of the batteries and the terminals are damaged.

• Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera.

Bring charged spare batteries when going out.

• Be aware that the operating time of the batteries becomes shorter in low temperature conditions such as at a ski resort.

Dispose of unusable batteries.

• Batteries have a limited life.

• Do not throw batteries into fire because they may cause an explosion.

• Unusable batteries should be discarded in accordance with battery recycling laws. Call the RBRC hotline on 1-800-822-8837 for information.

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Do not allow battery terminals to come into contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.).

• This can cause short circuiting or heat generation and you may be badly burned if you touch the batteries.

Message Display

Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples.

[CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: OXYRIDE]/[CURRENT BATTERY TYPE SETTING: ALKALINE/Ni-MH]

This message is displayed the first time you insert batteries and when the batteries are exhausted and you replace them. If the battery type being used is different from the one indicated in the message, change the battery type in [BATTERY TYPE] in the [SETUP] menu. (P20)

[THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED]

The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card is moved to [LOCK]. Move the switch back to unlock it. (P17, 71)

[NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY]

Record a picture or insert a card with a recorded picture and then play it.

[THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED]

Delete or overwrite the picture after canceling the protect setting. (P70)

[THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/ [SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED]

Pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P74)

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[NO ADDITIONAL DELETE SELECTIONS CAN BE MADE]

You have exceeded the number of pictures that can be set at once with [MULTI DELETE]. Delete the selected pictures and then select [MULTI DELETE] again to delete any remaining pictures. More than 999 favorites have been set.

[CANNOT BE SET ON THIS PICTURE]/ [CANNOT BE SET ON SOME PICTURES]

If the pictures are not based on the DCF standard, the DPOF print cannot be set.

[NOT ENOUGH SPACE ON BUILT-IN MEMORY]/[NOT ENOUGH MEMORY IN THE CARD]

There is no space left on the built-in memory or the card.

• When you copy pictures from the built-in memory to the card (batch copy), the pictures are copied until the capacity of the card becomes full.

[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE COPIED]/[COPY COULD NOT BE COMPLETED]

The following pictures cannot be copied.

• When a picture with the same name as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination.

• Files not based on the DCF standard.

Moreover, pictures recorded or edited by other equipment may not be copied.

[BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR FORMAT BUILT-IN MEMORY?]

This message will be displayed when you format the built-in memory on the PC or remove the batteries without turning the camera off. Format the built-in memory on the camera again. (P74) The data on the built-in memory will be deleted.

[MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?]

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

camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P74)

[PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN]

This message appears when the camera is not operating properly. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest servicenter.

[MEMORY CARD ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD]

• An error has occurred accessing the card. Insert the card again.

• A card with a capacity more than 2 GB is inserted. Do not use a card with a capacity more than 2 GB.

[READ ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD]

An error has occurred reading the data. Insert the card again. Make sure the card is inserted properly and then play back again.

[WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD]

An error has occurred writing the data. Turn the camera off and remove the card. Insert the card again and turn the camera on. Make sure the camera is turned off before removing or inserting the card to avoid damage.

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

• Depending on the type of SD Memory Card, recording may stop in the middle.

• We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.

[A FOLDER CANNOT BE CREATED]

A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used. (P76) Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P74)

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Troubleshooting

If you return the menu settings to the initial settings at the time of purchase, the condition may improve.

Select [RESET] in the [SETUP] menu. (P21)

∫ Batteries and the power source 1: The camera turns off immediately

even when battery power is full. The remaining battery power is low even if new batteries are inserted.

• The remaining battery power may not be displayed accurately, and the camera may suddenly stop working, when the type of battery and the settings on [BATTERY TYPE] are not identical. However this is not a malfunction. Depending on the battery brand and the operating temperature, or if exhausted batteries are used, the remaining battery power may not be displayed accurately. – Please check [BATTERY TYPE] (P20)

in the [SETUP] menu.

2: The camera cannot be operated even

when it is turned on.

• Are the batteries inserted correctly?

• Use sufficiently charged batteries when using Ni-MH batteries.

3: The LCD monitor turns off while the

camera is turned on.

• Is power save mode (P20) or economy mode (P21) activated? – Press the shutter button halfway to

cancel these modes.

• Are the batteries exhausted? – Replace them with batteries which

have sufficient capacity. (When you use Ni-MH batteries, charge them.)

4: The camera turns off immediately

after it is turned on.

• Are the batteries exhausted?

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– Replace them with batteries which

have sufficient capacity. (When you use Ni-MH batteries, charge them.)

– If you leave the camera on, the

batteries will be exhausted. Turn the camera off frequently by using power save mode (P20), economy mode (P21), etc.

∫ Recording 1: The picture cannot be recorded.

• Is the mode dial correctly set?

• Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? – Before recording, delete some

pictures. (P33)

2: The recorded picture is whitish.

The lens is dirty.

• The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens. If the lens is dirty, turn on the camera, eject the lens barrel (P10) and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft dry cloth.

3: The recorded picture is too bright or

dark.

• Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P42)

4: The subject is not focused properly.

• The focus range varies depending on the recording mode. Rotate the mode dial to set the proper mode for the distance to the subject.

• Is the subject beyond the focus range of the camera? (P24)

• Have you taken a picture with jitter?

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5: The recorded picture is blurred. The

optical image stabilizer is not effective.

• The shutter speed will become slower and the optical image stabilizer function may not work properly when taking pictures especially in dark places. In this case, we recommend holding the camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures. (P24) When [SLOW SHUTTER] (P64) is set, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P41) when taking pictures.

6: The recorded picture looks rough.

Noise appears on the picture.

• Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. the ISO sensitivity increases.) – Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P61) – Set [PICT.ADJ.] to [NATURAL]. (P65) – Take pictures in bright places.

7: Motion picture recording stops in the

middle.

• Are you using a MultiMediaCard? – This unit does not support

MultiMediaCards.

• Depending on the type of SD Memory Card, recording may stop in the middle.

• We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.

∫ LCD monitor 1: The LCD monitor is turned off

sometimes when the camera is turned on.

• Is the LCD monitor turned off soon after you take pictures with the flash? – While the flash is being charged, the

LCD monitor is turned off.

2: The LCD monitor becomes darker or

brighter for a moment.

• This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures.

3: The LCD monitor flickers indoors.

• The LCD monitor may flicker for a few seconds after turning the camera on indoors under fluorescent light. This is not a malfunction.

4: The LCD monitor is too bright or dark.

• Adjust the brightness of the screen. (P20)

• Is the camera in high angle mode? (P37)

5: Black, red, blue and green dots

appear on the LCD monitor.

• These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures. This is not a malfunction.

6: Noise appears on the LCD monitor.

• In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the LCD monitor. This does not affect the pictures you are recording.

7: A vertical line appears on the LCD

monitor.

• This is a phenomenon called smear. It is a characteristic of CCD and appears when the subject has a bright part. This is not a malfunction. It is recorded in motion pictures but is not recorded on still pictures.

∫ Flash 1: The flash is not activated.

• Is the flash setting set to Forced OFF []? – Change the flash setting. (P38)

• The flash is not activated when motion picture mode [ ], [SCENERY] (P49), [NIGHT SCENERY] (P50), [FIREWORKS] (P52) or [STARRY SKY] (P52) in scene mode is selected.

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2: The flash is activated 2 times.

• When you select red-eye reduction (P38), the flash is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then activated again for the actual recording.

∫ Playback 1: The picture being played back is

rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction.

The camera has a function that automatically rotates the display of pictures recorded holding the camera vertically. (If you take pictures when aiming the camera up or down, the camera may recognize that it is being held vertically.)

• You can display the pictures without being rotated when [ROTATE DISP.] (P67) is set to [OFF].

• You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P67)

2: The picture is not played back.

• Is the mode dial set to playback [ ]?

• Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card? The pictures on the built-in memory appears when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted. (P16)

3: The folder number and the file number

are displayed as [—] and the screen turns black.

• Is the picture edited with a PC or recorded with a digital camera from another manufacturer? This may also happen if batteries are removed immediately after recording or if recording with exhausted batteries. – Format the data to delete the pictures

mentioned above. (P74) (Formatting irretrievably deletes all data including

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the other pictures. Check the data carefully before formatting.)

∫ TV, PC and printer 1: The picture does not appear on the

television.

• Is the camera connected to the TV correctly?

• Set the TV input to external input mode.

2: The display areas on the TV screen

and the camera’s LCD monitor are different.

Depending on the TV model, the area display may be smaller so the picture may be stretched horizontally or vertically and the top and bottom or left and right of the picture may be cut off when it is displayed. This is due to the TV specifications and is not a malfunction.

3: The motion pictures cannot be played

back on a TV.

• Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? – Connect the camera to the TV with

the video cable (supplied) and then play back the pictures on the camera.

4: The picture cannot be transferred

when the camera is connected to a PC.

• Is the camera connected to the PC correctly?

• Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly?

• Set [USB MODE] to [PC]. (P22, 75)

5: The card is not recognized by the PC.

(The built-in memory is recognized.)

• Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera.

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6: The picture cannot be printed when

the camera is connected to a printer.

• Does the printer support PictBridge? – You cannot print pictures with printers

which do not support PictBridge. (P77)

• Set [USB MODE] to [PictBridge (PTP)]. (P22, 77)

7: The ends of the pictures are cut at

printing.

• When using a printer with a trimming or borderless printing function, cancel this function before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.)

• When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the pictures can be printed with both ends.

∫ Others 1: An unreadable language was selected

by mistake.

• Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ] and then select the [ ] icon to set the desired language. (P22)

2: The setting for the auto review

function is disabled.

• Are you taking pictures using auto bracket (P43)? Is the camera in burst mode (P45) or motion picture mode [] (P54)? – In these cases, you cannot set the

auto review function in the [SETUP] menu.

3: The camera becomes warm.

• The surface of the camera may become warm during use. This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera.

4: The lens clicks.

• When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may drastically change. However, the picture is not affected.

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The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction.

5: The clock is reset.

• If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. When the message [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] appears, set the clock again. (P18)

• When you take a picture before setting the clock, [0:00 0. 0. 0] is recorded.

6: Colors appear on the picture which

were not found in the actual scene.

• Depending on the zoom magnification, the picture may have some colored fringes around the subject. This is called chromatic aberration and may be more visible when recording distant subjects. However this is not a malfunction.

7: The file numbers are not recorded

consecutively.

• When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P76)

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Number of recordable pictures and available recording time

• The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.)

• The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the subjects.

∫ Number of recordable pictures

Aspect ratio

Picture size

Quality

Built-in Memory (Approx. 14 MB)

Card

Aspect ratio

Picture size

Quality

Built-in Memory (Approx. 14 MB)

Card

(5M):

(2560k1920 pixels)

5 10 8 161327

16MB5 10 8 161327 32 MB 11 23 18 36 29 58

64 MB 24 48 38 75 61 120 128 MB 50 99 78 150 125 240 256 MB 98 190 150 290 240 470 512 MB 195 380 300 590 480 940

1 GB 390 770 600 1180 970 1880 2 GB 790 1530 1220 2360 1920 3610

(1M EZ):

(1280k960 pixels)

20 39 67 110 5 11

16 MB 21 40 68 110 5 12

32 MB 45 85 145 230 13 26

64 MB 93 175 290 480 27 54 128 MB 190 350 600 970 56 110 256 MB 370 690 1170 1900 110 210 512 MB 730 1370 2320 3770 210 430

1 GB 1470 2740 4640 7550 440 860 2 GB 2920 5120 8780 12290 890 1700

(3M EZ):

(2048k1536 pixels)

(0.3M EZ):

(640k480 pixels)

(2M EZ):

(1600k1200 pixels)

(4.5M):

(2560k1712 pixels)

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Aspect ratio

Picture size

Quality

Built-in Memory (Approx. 14 MB)

Card

16MB9187141225 32 MB 20 40 15 31 27 53

64 MB 43 83 32 64 57 105 128 MB 88 165 66 130 115 220 256 MB 170 330 130 250 230 430 512 MB 340 650 250 510 450 860

(2048k1360 pixels)

9186141224

1 GB 680 1310 520 1020 910 1720 2 GB 1360 2560 1040 2040 1800 3410

∫ Available recording time (seconds)

Picture quality setting

Built-in Memory (Approx. 14 MB)

16 MB 25 82 32 MB 55 170 64 MB 120 360

SD Memory Card

128 MB 250 740 256 MB 490 1440 512 MB 980 2870

1 GB 1970 5700 2 GB 4020 11700

(2.5M EZ):

(2560k1440 pixels)

30fpsQVGA 10fpsQVGA

25 81

(3.5M):

(2M EZ):

(1920k1080 pixels)

• The numbers inside the thick black line are the number of recordable pictures in simple mode [ ]. (P26)

• The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time displayed on the LCD monitor may not decrease in order.

• This unit does not support recording motion pictures on MultiMediaCards.

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Specifications

Digital Camera: Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 3.0 V Power Consumption: 1.4 W (When recording)

Camera effective pixels: 5,000,000 pixels Image sensor: 1/2.5q CCD, total pixel number 5,360,000 pixels,

Lens: Optical 3k zoom, fl5.8 mm to 17.4 mm (35 mm film camera

Digital zoom: Max. 4k Extended optical zoom: Max. 3.8k (Except for the maximum picture size for each

Focus: Normal/Macro, 5-area-focusing/3-area-focusing (High speed)/

Focus range: Normal: 50 cm (1.64 feet) to ¶

Shutter system: Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter Burst recording

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

Number of recordable pictures: Max. 5 frames (Standard), max. 3 frames (Fine), Depends on

Motion picture recording: 320k240 pixels (30 or 10 frames/second without audio. The

ISO sensitivity: AUTO/80/100/200/400 Shutter speed: 8 to 1/2000th

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

Metering mode: Multiple LCD monitor: 2.0q TFT LCD (Approx. 86,000 pixels) (field of view ratio about

Flash: Flash range: (ISO AUTO)

Recording media: Built-in Memory (Approx. 14 MB)/SD Memory Card/

0.7 W (When playing back)

Primary color filter

equivalent: 35 mm to 105 mm)/F2.8 to F5.0

aspect ratio)

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

Macro/Simple/Motion picture: 5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶

Approx. 1.5 frames/second (Unlimited)

the remaining capacity of the built-in memory or the card (Unlimited). (Performance in burst recording is only with SD Memory Card. MultiMediaCard performance will be less.)

maximum recording time depends on the capacity of the built-in memory or the card.)

[STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds Motion picture mode: 1/30th to 1/4000th

Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2EV to i2EV)

100%)

Approx. 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 3.7 m (12.1 feet) (Wide) AUTO, AUTO/Red-eye reduction, Forced ON (Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction), Slow sync./Red-eye reduction, Forced OFF

MultiMediaCard (Still pictures only)

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Picture size

Still picture: When the aspect ratio setting is [ ]

2560k1920 pixels, 2048k1536 pixels, 1600k1200 pixels, 1280k960 pixels, 640k480 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [ ] 2560k1712 pixels, 2048k1360 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [ ] 2560k1440 pixels, 1920k1080 pixels

Motion pictures: 320k240 pixels Quality: Fine/Standard Recording file format

Still Picture: JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File system, based

on Exif 2.2 standard)/DPOF corresponding

Motion pictures: QuickTime Motion JPEG (Motion pictures without audio) Interface

Digital: USB 2.0 (Full Speed)

Analog video: NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu) Terminal

DIGITAL/V.OUT: Dedicated jack (8 pin)

DC IN: Type 1 jack Dimensions: Approx. 110.5 mm (W)k53.5 mm (H)k30.9 mm (D) [4

1/8q (H)k1 3/16q (D)] (excluding the projection part)

(W)k2

3/8q

Mass: Approx. 138 g/4.87 oz (excluding card and batteries), Approx.

186 g/6.56 oz (with card and batteries)

Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF) Operating humidity: 10% to 80%

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Digital Camera Accessory System

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Accessory#

DMW-CLS2

DMW-CLSH2

DMW-AC6

RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDQ02GU1A RP-SDK01GU1A RP-SDQ01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SD512BU1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SD256BU1A RP-SD128BU1A RP-SD064BPPA

Figure

Description

Soft Case

Semi Hard Case

AC Adaptor

2 GB SD Memory Card 2 GB SD Memory Card 1 GB SD Memory Card 1 GB SD Memory Card 512 MB SD Memory Card 512 MB SD Memory Card 256 MB SD Memory Card 256 MB SD Memory Card 128 MB SD Memory Card 64 MB SD Memory Card

BN-SDCAPU/1B

BN-SDABPU/1B

SD USB Reader/Writer (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

SD PC Card Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

• NOTE: 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

QuantityAccessory # Price EachDescription Total Price

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling

3. Method of payment (check one)

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

VISA

MasterCard

Discover

Credit Card #

Expiration Date

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 To: 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

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

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

THE FOLLOWING:

Total Enclosed

Phone#:

( )

Day

()

Night

6.95

In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.

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Request for Service Notice (For USA Only)

Others

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:

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.

Panasonic Services Company

410B Airport Road

Elgin, IL 60123-9333

Attn: Digital Camera Repair

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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

PAC K (IN EXCHANGE FOR

DEFECTIVE BATTERY PACK)

SD MEMORY CARD

(IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE SD CARD)

1 (ONE) YEAR 90 (NINETY) DAYS

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 Servicenter 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 Servicenter. 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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Customer Services Directory (For USA Only)

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact:

1-800-272-7033, Monday-Friday 8:30am-8pm EST.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.

Accessory Purchases:

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.pasc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Product Repairs

MAIL TO :

Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin Centralized Factory Servicenter. Customer's in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).

Centralized Factory Servicenter

Panasonic Services Company

410B Airport Road

Elgin, IL 60123-9333

Attention: Digital Camera Repair

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.:

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

As of October 2005

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