Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZX1 Characteristics

Basic

Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-ZX1

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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

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

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

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Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

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

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

∫ About the battery pack

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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Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of

time with doors and windows closed.

Warnin g

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

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Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOFKEEP DRY.

∫ Before use

Remove the connector cover.

∫ How to replace the fuse

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

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

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

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION!

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

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS,

TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

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

THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

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The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

∫ Cautions for Use

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Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optio nal).

• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.

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

• Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panason ic component cable (DMW-HDC2;

optional).

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

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

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

• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely

affecting the pictures and sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields

created by speakers or larg e motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation ge nerated by microprocessors may adversely affect the

camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning

properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera on.

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

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

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∫ Care of the camera

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Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc.

• Do not touch the lens barrier A. (Doing so may damage the

camera. Be careful when taking the camera out of a bag etc.)

• If the lens gets dirty, turn on the power and deploy the lens

barrel. Then hold the lens barrel between your fingers and lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft dry cloth. (If you leave fingerprints on or otherwise dirty the lens, the pictures you take may look whiter than normal.)

Camera ON/OFF switch)

(B:

• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun .

• Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or

hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.

The camera may malfunction, recording pictures may become impossible, or the lens, the LCD monitor or the external case may be damaged.

• We strongly recommend you do not leave the camera in your trousers pocket when you sit

down or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag etc. Damage to the LCD monitor or personal injury may result.

• Do not attach any other items to the hand strap that’s included with your camera. While being

stored, that item can re st against the LCD monitor and damage it.

• Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to

malfunction.

– Places with a lot of sand or dust. – Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as when using it on a rainy day

or on a beach.

• This camera is not waterproof. If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry

cloth to wipe the camera body carefully. If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service centre.

∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)

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Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction.

• 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.

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∫ About cards that can be used in this unit

You can use an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card.

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When the term card is used in these operating instructions this refers to the following types of Memory Cards.

– SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) – SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)

More specific information about memory cards that can be used with this unit.

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You can only use an SDHC Memory Card if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.

• A 4 GB (or more) Memory Card without an SDHC logo is not based on

the SD Standard and will not work in this product.

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

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

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/ EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could ot herwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for f urther information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Contents

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

Before Use

Accessories .............................................. 9

Names of the Components ..................... 10

Preparation

Charging the Battery ............................... 12

Inserting and Removing the Card

(optional)/the Battery .............................. 14

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................ 15

• Changing the clock setting ............... 15

Setting the Menu..................................... 16

• Setting menu items........................... 16

Selecting the [REC] Mode ...................... 18

Basic

Taking pictures using the automatic function (

ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)..................... 19

• Scene detection ................................ 20

• AF Tracking Function ....................... 20

Taking pictur es with your favourite settings (

·: Normal Picture Mode)..................... 21

• Focusing ........................................... 21

Playing back Pictures

([NORMAL PLAY]).................................. 22

Deleting Pictures..................................... 23

• To delete a single picture ................. 23

• To delete multiple pictures

(up to 50) or all the pictures.............. 23

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK:

0844 844 3852

• For customers within the Republic of

Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Technical Support for AV Software

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869

• For customers within the Republic of Ireland:

01 289 8333

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• For customers: 0844 844 3856

• Order accessory and consumable items for

your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday –Thursday 9.00 a.m.– 5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory

ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries tra nsactions and distribution

facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct

shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee ? Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.

Others

Reading the Operating Instructions

(PDF format) ........................................... 24

Specifications.......................................... 25

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Before Use

Accessories

Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of July 2009. These may be subject to change.

1 Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use.

2 Battery Charger

(Indicated as battery charger or charger

in the text) 3 AC Mains Lead 4 USB Connection Cable 5AV Cable 6 CD-ROM

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

7 CD-ROM

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Operating Instructions

8 Hand Strap 9 Battery Case

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

• The card is optional.

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

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service

Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)

∫ Optional Accessories

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Battery Pack DMW-BCG10E

• Marine Case

DMW-MCZX1E

• Component Cable

DMW-HDC2E

• AC Adaptor

DMW-AC5EB

• DC Coupler

DMW-DCC5F

• SDHC Memory Card

32 GB: RP-SDW32GE1K 16 GB: RP-SDW16GE1K/RP-SDP16GE1K 12 GB: RP-SDP12GE1K 8 GB: RP-SDW08GE1K/RP-SDP08GE1K/RP-SDR08GE1A 4 GB: RP-SDW04GE1K/RP-SDP04GE1K/RP-SDR04GE1A

• SD Memory Card

2 GB: RP-SDP02GE1K/RP-SDR02GE1A

• CardBus PC Card Adapter

BN-SDPC3E

Ensure that the AC adaptor and DC coupler are purchased i n a set. Do n ot use if sold separat ely.

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

DMW-BCG10E

K2CT39A00002

DE-A66A

K1HA08AD0003

K1HA08CD0020

VFF0524

VFC4297

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