Panasonic PV-SD4090 User Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-SD4090

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly, and keep them for future reference.

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Things You Should Know

Attach your purchase receipt here

Thank you and congratulations

On your purchase of this state of the art Panasonic Digital Camera. This product has been manufactured and tested to Panasonic’s highest standards to give you the best in performance and reliability.

Save this operating instruction manual

as an operating and information guide.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

Unpack your Digital Camera

Please confirm that the following items are packed in the Digital Camera box. They are provided to help you use or set up your Digital Camera.

1pc. Digital Camera (PV-SD4090)

1 pc. USB Cable (LSJA0265)

1 pc. AC Adaptor (LSSQ0219) with AC Cable (VJAW0044)

1pc. A/V Cable (LSJA0278)

1pc. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (PV-DBP5)

1pc. DC POWER Cable (LSJA0277)

1pc. SuperDisk Diskette (LSFT0188)

1pc. Camera Strap (LSFC0013)

SuperDisk and the SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corporation. The CirclePyramid Logo is a registered trademark of Imation Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries. Macintosh and iMac are registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc. QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. QuickTime is registered in the US and other countries. Adobe, the Adobe logo & PhotoDeluxe are trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.

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1pc. CD-ROM of USB Driver Software for Windows 98 and Macintosh / File Converter for Windows 95/98 / QuickTimeTM Software / Adobe PhotoDeluxe Software for Windows 95/98 and Macintosh (LSFT0189)

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when operated in a residential environment. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver. If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may find the booklet, ‘Something About Interference’ available from FCC local regional offices helpful.

FCC Warning:

To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded interface cable with ferrite core when connecting digital camera to computer in accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number : PV- SD4090 Trade Name : Panasonic Responsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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.

CAUTION:

UNIT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED TO THE WALL OUTLET. DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS UNIT.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED. HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION:

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

ATTENTION:

RAYONNEMENT LASER EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU.

(inside of product)

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover .

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This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Important Safeguards

1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit near water — for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories — Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10.Power Sources — This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11.Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

12.Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

13.Lightning — For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power-line surges.

14.Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

15.Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

16.Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Important Safeguards

17.Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b.If any liquid has been spilled onto, or

objects have fallen into the video unit.

c.If the video unit has been exposed to rain

or water.

d.If the video unit does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation.

e.If the video unit has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct

change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

USE & LOCATION

• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Digital Camera and power supply should not be exposed to

rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Digital Camera if it gets wet. Your Digital Camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Digital Camera from the power supply and have it serviced.

• DO NOT AIM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.

• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such

as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Digital Camera.

• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold

place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the unit.

• DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN

NOT IN USE.

• STORAGE OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Store and handle your Digital Camera in a manner

that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Digital Camera contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

• TO CLEAN YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when

cleaning your Digital Camera body.

• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a

commercial Digital Camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Before handling your Digital

Camera, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

18.Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

19.Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order.

Precautions

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Ta ble of Contents

Getting Started

Things You Should Know ................................................................................................. 2

Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................... 3

Important Safeguards ....................................................................................................... 4

Precautions ...................................................................................................................... 5

Special Digital Camera Features ..................................................................................... 7

Index of Controls .............................................................................................................. 8

On Screen Display (OSD) .............................................................................................. 1 0

LCD Monitor Indication .................................................................................................. 1 1

Power Supply ................................................................................................................. 13

Attaching the Camera Strap........................................................................................... 16

Inserting the SuperDisk

Operating the MENU Screen ......................................................................................... 19

Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................ 2 1

Basic Operation

Capturing Images ........................................................................................................... 2 2

Adjusting LCD Viewfinder Brightness ............................................................................ 28

Playing Back Captured Images ..................................................................................... 29

Viewing Images on a TV Screen and Transferring Images to a VCR ............................ 33

Special Features

Using the Built-in Flash .................................................................................................. 34

White Balance ................................................................................................................ 35

Light Metering ................................................................................................................ 36

Self Timer Recording ..................................................................................................... 37

Adjusting the Iris Manually ............................................................................................. 3 8

Time Lapse Recording .................................................................................................. 3 9

To Delete Specific Images .............................................................................................40

Formatting the Disk Media ............................................................................................. 4 1

To Copy Image Pages .................................................................................................... 42

To Copy All Images ........................................................................................................ 43

Slide Show ..................................................................................................................... 44

Transferring Your Images (Windows 98) ........................................................................ 4 5

Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) ........................................................................... 5 4

SuperDisk Drive ............................................................................................................. 6 1

Using the SuperDisk Drive (Windows 98) ..................................................................... 6 2

Using the SuperDisk Drive (Macintosh) ........................................................................ 6 4

Using the SuperDisk Drive ............................................................................................ 65

Print Mark ....................................................................................................................... 66

For Y our Information

Digital Camera Accessory ............................................................................................. 67

Digital Camera Accessory Order Form .......................................................................... 68

Before Requesting Service ............................................................................................ 69

Warning Indications ....................................................................................................... 70

Specifications ................................................................................................................. 72

Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 73

Service Center Directory................................................................................................ 7 4

Index............................................................................................................................... 75

Diskette or Floppy Disk ........................................................ 17

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Special Digital Camera Features

1.3 Mega Pixel CCD

Removable 120MB SuperDisk Diskette (stores up to 1,500 shots on one diskette)

Floppy Disk Compatible

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Our PV-SD4090 enables you to capture and save a large amount of image data using the memory storage of the SuperDisk Drive. Image data can be easily transferred to your Personal Computer using the USB interface.

Note

• Do not subject unit to a strong impact during record or playback. Unit may not function normally.

• Do not use in extreme heat (104 °F and above). This may damage the disk. Also, in extremely hot places (104 °F and above), remove the disk from the camera and store to avoid damaging disk.

• Be sure to make a backup copy of important data.

Easy Connection to a PC using a USB interface

Use as an External StorageDev ice for a PC

2.5 in. TFT LCD Display

Audio Capability

Still image, Burst, Motion Image, and Time Lapse Recor ding Capability

DPOF Compatible

A/V Out

Lithium Ion Battery

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Index of Controls

Front View

Self-Timer Indicator

See page 37.

FLASH Emitter

See page 34.

Lens

Rear View

LCD Viewfinder

See pages 22~25, 28, 29.

REC MODE

See pages 22, 23, 25, 26.

VOL+

See pages 29, 30.

See pages 19, 20.

See pages 28, 29, 31, 38.

See pages 19, 20,

32.

MIC

See page 25.

VOL+

VOL

VOL-

See pages 29, 30.

See pages 19, 20.

Light Sensor

See page 34.

TO PC Terminal

See pages 48, 49, 56, 57.

A/V OUT Jack

See page 33.

DC IN Jack

See page 15.

LENS COVER (OPEN/CLOSE)

See pages 21~23, 25.

ZOOM (T/W)

See pages 22, 23,

25.

EJECT Button

See page 17.

SuperDisk Slot

See pages 17, 49,

57.

POWER LED

See page 19.

ACCESS LED

See page 18.

Speaker

FLASH Button

See page 34.

MENU Button

See pages 19, 20.

See pages 28~30,

38.

See pages 19, 20.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

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Index of Controls

Top View

POWER Switc h (PC•PLA Y•OFF•REC•MANU AL REC)

See pages 19, 20.

Bottom View

MANUAL REC

REC

SHTR (SHUTTER)

See pages 22, 25, 30, 31, 40, 41, 66

OFF

PLAY

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Battery Compartment

See page 14.

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T ripod Receptacle

Used when securing the camera to a tripod.

On Screen Display (OSD)

The indication displayed on the LCD screen will tell you the operation status of the Digital Camera.

REC OSD

White Balance Mode

(See page 35.) AUTO : No Indic ation INDOOR : OUTDOOR : WHITE SET: WS

Flash Mode

(See page 34.) AUTO : No Indic ation ON : RED EYE: OFF :

SLOW

(See pages 22, 23.) Displayed If SLOW SHUTTER is set to ON in the MENU screen.

Image Pages left in memory

PLAY OSD

Print Number

(See page 66.)

Print Mark

(See page 66.)

Directory/ Image Number

Light Metering Mode

(See page 36.) AUTO : No I ndicat ion SPOT:

Self-Timer Mode

(See page 37.)

Audio

Displayed when image with AUDIO is recorded. (See pages 23, 25.)

SLOW

REC

LIGHT

REC

Displayed when image is recorded.

Low Light Warning

“LIGHT” will appear when the light level is inadequate. In this case, more light should be

10 F

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

provided or use flash to achieve better picture quality and color.

Date/Time Indication

Recording Mode :

(See page 21.)

SF(Super Fine), F(Fine), N(Normal), ZOOM(Zoom), (Motion Image Rec Mode), (Burst Rec Mode). (See page 26.)

AUDIO

Displayed when image with AUDIO is played. Not displayed when movie is played. (See pages 29, 30.)

Battery Condition

FULL

EMPTY

As the Battery is depleted, the indication changes.

100-0001 F

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

POWER LED will flash when battery is empty.

Displayed Image Page and its captured mode SF(Super Fine), F(Fine), N(Normal), or (Motion Image Rec Mode).

• If the image is captured in ZOOM or (Burst Rec Mode), the displayed image mode will be N(Normal).

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Recording Menu

< REC Mode>

1 2

3 4

< MANUAL REC Mode>

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

LOW

LCD Monitor Indication

1. AUDIO (See Pages 23, 25, 29, 30.)

To select audio recording on/off.

2. SELF TIMER (See Page 37.) To set Self Timer.

3. BRIGHTNESS (See Page 28.) To adjust LCD Viewfinder brightness.

4. OSD (See Pages 10, 12.) To select OSD display on/off.

5. CLOCK SET (See Page 21.) To set clock.

6. BEEP (See Page 27.) To select beep mode when capturing images.

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AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD

IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

7. IRIS (See Page 38.)

To adjust Iris manually.

8. WHITE BALANCE (See Page 35.) To change to one of the 4 White Balance modes.

9. LIGHT METER (See Page 36.) To change to AUTO or SPOT.

8 9

WHITE BALANCE

LIGHT METER SLOW SHUTTER TIME LAPSE CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

LOW

10.SLOW SHUTTER (See Pages 22, 23.)

To select slow shutter. By changing the shutter speed, you can capturing a more beautiful image also in a comparatively dark place.

11.TIME LAPSE (See Page 39.) To set time lapse recording.

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LCD Monitor Indication

Playback Menu

1. DISPLAY MODE (See Pages 29, 30, 32.)

1 2

3 4 5

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

SLIDE SHOW

OSD BRIGHTNESS CLOCK SET BEEP SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

LOW

Select playback mode.

2. DELETE (See Pages 40, 41.) Delete image from SuperDisk Diskette or Floppy Disk.

3. COPY (See Pages 42, 43.) To set copy.

4. AUDIO (See Pages 29, 30.) To select audio on/off when playing back.

5. PRINT MARK (See Page 66.) To set print mark.

6. SLIDE SHOW (See Page 44.) Playback images as slide show.

On Screen Display Order

Set OSD OFF in the MENU screen

OSD OFF

100-0010 F

Note

• Press MENU to display MENU screen, and then select OSD: ON. If you select OFF, OSDs will not be displayed.

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SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

Set OSD ON in the MENU screen

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Power Supply

Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor

AC Adaptor

AC Cable

1Connect AC Cable (supplied) to AC

IN on the AC Adaptor and plug the AC Adaptor into an AC outlet.

• POWER LED lamp will light.

• Disconnect DC Cable if it is connected to AC Adaptor.

2Attach the battery as shown to

charge.

POWER Lamp

POWER

Charge Lamp

100%

• Charge Lamps on the AC Adaptor will flash and then turn solid green to indicate current charge level. When all 4 lamps are constantly on, the battery is fully charged. (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes.)

3Remove the Battery.

Slide the Battery out and then lift up.

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About the Charge Lamps

• The four Charge Lamps “25%”, “50%”, “75%” and “100%” flash and then remain lit one after another to indicate how much the Battery has been charged. When all four lamps are lit, charging is finished.

• The Charge Lamps give a good approximate indication of the charging condition under normal ambient temperature. However, when charging at high or low temperature, the charge lamps may differ considerably from the actual charging condition.

Battery Charging Confirmation Marker

Use this marker as a reminder to yourself when the battery is fully charged or in need of a charge. This marker performs no function and is for your reference only.

• The Battery is no longer serviceable if the operation time is very short, even after a sufficient charge.

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Power Supply

Loading the Lithium Battery

Bottom View

1Slide the Battery Compartment lid in

the direction of the arrow and swing it open.

Latch

2While sliding Latch, insert the Lithium

Ion Battery until it locks into place.

• Be sure to use a Lithium Ion Battery. Be sure that the direction of the arrow on the battery is facing down when inserting it into the camera.

3Swing the Battery Compartment lid

down and slide it shut.

WARNING! Do not dispose of in fire, put in backwards, disassemble, or short circuit;

Battery Notes

Caution:

• Charg e only with specified charg er .

• The Battery can b e charged within a temperature range of 32° F (0° C) and 104° F (40° C).

• Th e Battery may b e war m afte r chargin g or just after use. This is normal.

• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery.

• In extreme cold sur roundings, Bat tery charging time will increase.

Safety precautions:

• Do not get the Battery near, or dispose of in fire.

• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble the Battery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• Do not drop or jar the Battery.

• Use the Battery with specified models only.

• If the Battery is used in extremely high temperatures, a safety device will automatically prevent operation.

otherwise battery may leak or burst, causing possible personal injury.

To insure longer battery life:

• While not in use, remove Battery from the

Digital Camera and AC Adaptor and store in a cool, dark, dry place. If you leave the

Battery in the Digital Camera or on the AC Adaptor for a long time, the Battery will no longer be rechargeable.

• Keep the Battery terminals clean.

Operation Time

When using the supplied Panasonic Lithium Ion Batteries, you will have a maximum of about 200 images (at an ambient temperature of 25 ° C).

• Capturing an image every 30 seconds.

• Using Flash once for every other capture.

• Recording mode is Fine.

CA UTION

Replace with Panasonic PV -DBP5 or CGR-B/ 202A1B only . Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution-battery may explode if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Keep battery out of reach of children. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly inserted. Dispose of used battery promptly .

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Using AC Adaptor

Jack Cover

DC POWER Cable (supplied)

1Pull up the Jack Cover.

AC Adapter (supplied)

Power Supply

AC Cable (supplied)

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2Connect DC POWER Cable (supplied) to DC OUT on the AC Adaptor and DC

IN on the Digital Camera.

3Connect AC Cable (supplied) to AC IN on the AC Adaptor. 4Plug the AC Adaptor into an AC outlet.

Note

• While not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet.

• Use the supplied Panasonic AC Adaptor.

• Do not connect AC Adaptor after turning POWER on.

• When the DC Cable is connected during charging, the power supply is given priority and charging will not be possible.

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Attaching the Camera Strap

1Thread the strap ends through the

Strap Attachment Rings.

2Reinsert the strap ends through

their buckles.

• Make sure the straps are not twisted.

Min. 1 inch

(25.4 mm)

Adjust the Length

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1Loosen the strap from the Buckle and

create a loop.

2Pull the strap firmly through the Buckle

to shorten or lengthen the strap.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Inserting the SuperDiskTM Diskette or Floppy Disk

Inserting the Disk Media:

• The captured images will be stored on

the Disk Media.

• Be sure to insert the Disk Media before

using the camera.

EJECT button

Emergency Eject hole

1Open the cover. Insert the Disk Media. 2Push the Disk Media fully into the

SuperDisk Drive.

Removing the Disk Media:

Set the POWER Switch to REC, PLAY or PC. Push the EJECT button so the Disk Media pops out. (Be careful not to drop the Disk Media.)

Emergency Ejection of the Disk Media:

If, for some reason, the Disk Media does not eject automatically, you can eject manually. (Turn POWER OFF before proceeding.) Insert a straightened paper clip, etc., (diameter = 1~1.5 mm, min. length = 30 mm) into the Emergency Eject hole.

Min. 30 mm

Paper Clip

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Using a Floppy Disk

A Floppy Disk (not supplied) which has been formatted to Windows on your Floppy Disk Drive can be used in the SuperDisk Drive. (See pages 61, 64.)

When using a new Floppy Disk, it is recommended that the Disk be inserted into the Digital Camera and formatted (Quick Format).

If a read error occurs in the PC Floppy Disk Drive, use the Digital Camera to read the data.

SuperDisk Diskette Floppy Disk (2HD)

* The SuperDisk Diskette is only supported by Windows

operating systems, you should use Floppy Disk.

Note

• Only DOS formatted floppy disks can be used with this Camera. Macintosh OS formatted floppy disks must be re-formatted to DOS with this camera.

• You can use this unit as a SuperDisk Drive. (See pages 48, 56.)

• The SuperDisk Diskette is only used for SuperDisk Drive.

• To format the Disk Media, see pages 62, 64.

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120MB Format

1.44MB Format

*SuperDisk Diskette







98 or Mac OS 8.1 or later. For other

*Floppy Disk (2HD)

Inserting the SuperDiskTM Diskette or Floppy Disk

Note

• Do not bend, drop, apply high pressure or subject the Disk Media to strong shocks.

• Do not store it in places with high temperature, high humidity, a lot of dust, or static electricity and strong electromagnetic waves.

• Keep the Disk Media’s contacts free from dust, water or other foreign substances. Do not touch them with your fingers, etc.

• Do not disassemble or deform the Disk Media.

• Be sure to make a backup copy of important data.

• Make sure that you do not insert the Disk Media in the wrong di rectio n.

Caution

• The ACCESS LED lamp will flash when the Digital Camera is accessing the Disk M ed i a. Please never expose this unit to large vibrations or impacts while ACCESS LED lamp is flashing. And, do not turn off the Power, take out a Disk Media, or remove the battery when ACCESS LED lamp is flashing.

• Do not, under any circumstances, eject the Disk Media immediately after pressing the SHUTTER Button (during recording of an image) or while deleting (when “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed). This could damage the format of the Disk Media and make them unusable.

• When the Disk Media does not eject after pressing the EJECT Button, push the Disk Media fully into the slot again and then press the EJECT Button firmly.

• “NO DISK” will appear on the LCD Viewfinder when the Disk Media is not inserted.

• “DISK ERROR” will appear on the LCD Viewfinder if the Disk Media is defective.

For additional information regarding Imation SuperDisk products, please call 1-888-466-3456.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

ACCESS LED

Operating the MENU Screen

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

How to operate the MENU screen

Please refer to pages 11~12 for explanation of each menu item.

PO WER LED

VOL

MENU Button

When selecting REC mode

MANUAL REC

OFF

REC

PLAY

Example of Menu Screens

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

G e

n g

S t

REC

MANUAL REC

OFF

PLAY

1Open the Lens Cover. Set POWER

Switch to REC.

• Turn the dial so that it clicks into

position.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

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2Press MENU to display MENU screen.

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

3Press or to select the item.

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS

OSD

CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

4Press or to set it.

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS

OSD

CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

OFF

5Press MENU to exit.

Operating the MENU Screen

When selecting MANUAL REC mode

2Press MENU to display MENU screen.

REC

MANUAL REC

OFF

PLAY

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

3Press or to select the item.

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS

OSD

IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

4Press or to set it.

1Open the Lens Cover. Set POWER

Switch to MANUAL REC.

• Turn the dial so that it clicks into

position.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

When selecting PLAY mode

5Press MENU to exit.

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS

OSD

IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

OFF

2Press MENU to display the MENU

REC

MANUAL REC

OFF

PLAY

screen.

3Press or to select the item.

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

DISPLAY MODE DELETE COPY

AUDIO

PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

4Press or to set it.

1Set POWER Switch to PLAY.

• Turn the dial so that it clicks into

position.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

Note

• While REC is sufficient for normal recording, select MANUAL REC when you want to make more precise settings.

• The REC , MANUAL REC , and PLAY menus consist of multiple pages. Press scroll to the next or previous menu page.

• REC and PLA Y functions cannot be operated while MENU screen is display ed.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

5Press MENU to exit.

DISPLAY MODE DELETE COPY

AUDIO

PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

OFF

or repeatedly to

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10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

Before you begin

Open the Lens Cover. Set the POWER Switch to REC, MANUAL REC or PLAY.

(See pages 19~20.) Press MENU to display the MENU screen.

REC

MANUAL REC

PO WER LED

Setting the Clock

1Press or to select CLOCK SET in

the MENU screen.

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD

CLOCK SET

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

WHITE BALANCE LIGHT METER SLOW SHUTTER TIME LAPSE

CLOCK SET

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

PLAY

SLIDE SHOW OSD BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET

BEEP SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

LOW

OFF

2Press to display CLOCK SET menu.

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

G e

n g

S t

1, 2, 3

VOL

Note

• To make corrections, repeat steps 1~3.

• The clock will continue to operate about 8 hours after the battery has been removed. If you need to set clock again, repeat steps above.

3Press or hold down or to select

hour, then press

• Repeat for minute, month, day and year.

• Double check all items before exiting the menu.

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

to set.

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

10 : 00 AM MAY. 24 2000

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

4Press MENU twice to exit.

Clock starts when menu is exited.

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Capturing Images

Super Fine Mode, Fine Mode, Normal Mode, Zoom Mode

Before you begin

Open the Lens Cover. Set the POWER Switch to REC or MANUAL REC.

(See pages 19~20.)

3, 4

1Press REC MODE repeatedly to select

recording mode (SF, F, N, ZOOM). (See page 26.)

• If you want to use SLOW SHUTTER: In Manual mode, press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press TER. Press

(See page 11.)

or to select SLOW SHUT-

or to select ON.

WHITE BALANCE LIGHT METER

SLOW SHUTTER

TIME LAPSE CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

AUTO AUTO ON OFF

SLOW

10 F

REC

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

2Press ZOOM T or W to zoom In and

Out.

• Zoom magnification level is up to x3.

• There is no zoom indication on the LCD Viewfinder.

3Press SHTR down halfway to lock

Auto Focus.

• Beep sounds twice. (See page 27.)

LCD Viewfinder

VOL

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VOL

4Press SHTR down the rest of the way

to actually capture the image.

• Shutter sounds once. (See page 27.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

• While the Digital Camera processes the image, REC will blink on the LCD Viewfinder and the captured image will be displayed on the LCD Viewfinder for a few seconds.

Note

• While the captured image is displayed on the LCD Viewfinder you cannot capture another image. Until that image is no longer displayed on the screen.

• The power automatically shuts off to conserve power if there is no activity for over one minute while the battery is used as a power source. Press SHTR to return POWER on.

• Do not subject unit to a strong impact during record or playback. Unit may not function normally.

• Do not use in extreme heat (104 °F and above). This may damage the disk. Also, in extremely hot places (104 °F and above), remove the disk from the camera and store to avoid damaging disk.

Capturing images (AUDIO ON)

SLOW

REC

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

10 F

Capturing Images

You can record audio with a still image. The still image and audio can then be played back in the PLAY mode. (See page 20.) Please follow the instructions below.

Before you begin

Open the Lens Cover . Set the POWER Switch to REC or MANU AL REC.

(See pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL

REC

LCD Viewfinder

PLAY

1Press REC MODE repeatedly to select

recording mode (SF, F, N, ZOOM). (See page 26.)

2Press MENU to select AUDIO and

then press ON.

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

• Press MENU to exit.

• When AUDIO is ON, The displayed on the screen.

• If you want to use SLOW SHUTTER: Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press select SLOW SHUTTER. Press or

to select ON (MANUAL REC only).

(See page 11.)

or to select AUDIO

ON OFF

AUDIO

SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

10 F

ON OFF

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

or to

Basic Operation

VOL

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VOL

3Press ZOOM T or W to zoom In and

Out.

• Zoom magnification level is up to x3.

• There is no zoom indication on the LCD Viewfinder.

(Continued on next page)

Capturing Images

REC

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

10 F

4, 5

4Press SHTR down halfway to lock

Auto Focus.

• Beep sounds twice. (see page 27.)

5Press SHTR down the rest of the way

to actually capture the image.

• Shutter sounds once. (See page 27.)

• You can record the audio for 5 seconds by pressing the SHTR button.

• While the Digital Camera processes the image, REC OSD will appear on the LCD. The captured image will be displayed on the LCD Viewfinder for a few seconds.

Note

• When a captured image is displayed on the LCD Viewfinder, you will not be able to capture another image until that image is no longer displayed on the screen.

• The power automatically shuts off to conserve power if there is no activity for over one minute while the battery is used as a power source. Press SHTR to return POWER on.

• Do not subject unit to a strong impact during record or playback. Unit may not function normally.

• Do not use in extreme heat (104 °F and above). This may damage the disk. Also, in extremely hot places (104 °F and above), remove the disk from the camera and store to avoid damaging disk.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Capturing Images

Motion Image Rec Mode Burst Rec Mode

You can capture a motion image by selecting in REC MODE. And you can capture a burst image by selecting in REC MODE.

Before you begin

Open the Lens Cover . Set the PO W ER to REC or MANUAL REC. (See pages

19~20.)

MIC

MANUAL REC

OFF

REC

PLAY

3, 4

LCD Viewfinder

VOL

1Press REC MODE repeatedly to select

Motion ( ) or Burst ( ) recording mode.

2Press ZOOM T or W to zoom In and

Out.

• Zoom magnification level is up to x3.

• There is no zoom indication on the LCD Viewfinder.

3Press SHTR down halfway to lock

Auto Focus.

• Beep sounds twice. (See page 27.)

4Hold down the SHTR button the rest of

the way to actually capture the image. If you select AUDIO ON, audio will be recorded through the MIC.

REC

SEP. 10 2000

REC MODE

• A Motion Image up to 10 seconds while SHTR is pressed with audio.

REC MODE

• A Burst Image every 0.5 seconds/frame up to 16 frames while SHTR pressed.

• While the Digital Camera processes the image, REC will blink on the LCD Viewfinder and the captured image will be displayed on the LCD Viewfinder for a few seconds.

• Cannot record audio.

Note

• If you select audio.

• When a captured image is displayed on the LCD Viewfinder, you will not be able to capture another image until that image is no longer displayed on the screen.

• The power automatically shuts off to conserve power if there is no activity for over one minute while the battery is used as a power source. Press SHTR to return POWER on.

, you can not record

can be captured

10 : 00 AM

Basic Operation

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Capturing Images

Recording Mode

SF : Super Fine Mode (with audio)

Select this mode when you want the highest quality resolution with the lowest compression (i.e. for printing).

F : Fine Mode (with audio)

Select this mode when you want a high resolution (i.e. for printing or for archiving an image).

N : Normal Mode (with audio)

Select this mode when you want a lower resolution image (i.e. for e-mailing or posting on the Internet).

ZOOM : Zoom Mode (with audio)

Using ZOOM mode magnifies the image to twice its normal size.

: Motion Image Rec Mode (with

audio)

Capture an image every 0.1 seconds/frame for up to 10 seconds while the SHTR button is pressed. This creates a mini movie.

• REC will blink on the LCD Viewfinder while processing a motion image.

: Burst Rec Mode

Capture image every 0.5 seconds/ frame up to 16 frames while shutter button is pressed.

• If the number of remaining pages is less than 16, only the number of images equal to the remaining memory will be captured.

Image Resolution and Capacity (SuperDisk Diskette)

REC Mode

SF F N ZOOM

Image

Resolution

1,280 × 960 1,280 × 960

640 × 480 640 × 480

320 × 240

640 × 480

Capacity

(w/supplied Super Disk)

Approx. 450 images

Approx. 900 images Approx. 1500 images Approx. 1500 images

10 sec. × Approx.

90 sets

Approx. 1500 images

Image Resolution and Capacity (Floppy Disk)

REC Mode

SF F N ZOOM

Image

Resolution 1,280 x 960 1,280 x 960

640 x 480 640 x 480 320 x 240

640 x 480

Capacity

(w/Floppy Disk)

Approx. 5 images Approx. 10 images Approx. 17 images Approx. 17 images

10 sec. × Approx.

1 set

Approx. 17 images

• The number of images given for each mode applies when all images are taken in same mode.

• You can change recording modes at any time before capturing an image.

• The number of images that can be captured may differ depending on the subject. After capturing an image, the number may not decrease, or it may decrease by two. This is normal.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Capturing Images

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

LOW

Beep

Set Digital Camera to beep (low or high volume), when an image is captured, or set to OFF.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to REC, MANUAL REC or PLAY. (See pages 19~20.) Press MENU to display the MENU screen.

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

VOL

Note

• You can select BEEP mode in the REC, MANUAL REC and PLAY mode.

• If you change the setting, repeat step 2.

VOL

1Press or to select BEEP and

Press

settings shown below.

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

SLIDE SHOW OSD BRIGHTNESS CLOCK SET

BEEP

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

OFF : Select to turn OFF the beep sound. LOW : Select to hear a low beep sound. HIGH : Select to hear a loud beep sound.

or to select one of the three

LOW

2Press MENU to exit.

Digital Camera will beep:

• Once when the BEEP is set to LOW or HIGH in the MENU mode as follows.

When you press the REC MODE, MENU

or FLASH buttons.

When you press the , , , or

buttons while adjusting Brightness, Iris and Volume.

When you press the

adjusting Brightness, Iris and volume.

• Twice when you press the shutter button half way to adjust the focus.

or button while

Basic Operation

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Adjusting LCD Viewfinder Brightness

AUDIO SELF TIMER

BRIGHTNESS

OSD IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

You may want to brighten or darken the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Viewfinder for easier viewing. This adjustment will not

1Press or to select BRIGHTNESS

in the MENU screen.

affect the captured image brightness.

Before you begin

Set POWER Switc h to REC, MANUAL REC, or PLAY. (See pages 19~20.)

REC

MANUAL REC

AUDIO SELF TIMER

BRIGHTNESS

OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

OFF

PLAY

SLIDE SHOW OSD

BRIGHTNESS

CLOCK SET BEEP SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

LOW

2Press to display LCD BRIGHTNESS

screen.

1, 2,

VOL

Note

• The brightness level set in this menu is not related to the brightness of the captured image.

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VOL

SET : EXIT : MENU

3Press (-) or (+) to change the

brightness of the LCD Viewfinder; (+) for brighter, (-) for darker.

4Press MENU twice to exit.

Note

• The original BRIGHTNESS will be restored when the Digital Camera is turned off.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

100-0001 F

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

Playing Back Captured Images

Manual Playback

You can playback recorded images on the LCD Viewfinder.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switch to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

2, 3, 4

VOL

Note

• When selecting AUDIO ON, a still image with audio will be played. The volume of audio can be adjusted by pressing VOL +/-.

• Do not subject unit to a strong impact during record or playback. Unit may not function normally.

• Do not use in extreme heat (104 °F and above). This may damage the disk. Also, in extremely hot places (104 °F and above), remove the disk from the camera and store to avoid damaging disk.

• The power automatically shuts off to conserve power if there is no activity for over two minutes while the battery is used as a power source. Press SHTR to return POWER on.

VOL

100-0001 F

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

1Press MENU to display PLAY MENU

and press NORMAL.

to set DISPLAY MODE to

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

2Press or to select AUDIO, and

press OFF. Press MENU to exit.

or to select AUDIO ON or

DISPLAY MODE DELETE COPY

AUDIO

PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

3Press (+) or (-) repeatedly,

(+) for ascending order, and (-) for

[ descending order] to change the displayed image on the LCD Viewfinder.

• The image page number and recording mode are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

PUSH SHTR TO START AUDIO

100-0020 F

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

• If there are no images in memory, a blue back screen will be displayed.

4Hold down (+) or (-), [ (+) for

ascending order, and descending order] to quickly advance the images on the LCD Viewfinder.

• Page number is changed continuously while held down.

• Selected page is displayed when button is released.

(-) for

(+) or (-) is

Basic Operation

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Playing Back Captured Images

Motion Image Playback

When a captured image in (Motion Image Rec) mode is displayed. (See page 25.)

The following message will appear.

• Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/-

PUSH SHTR TO START AUDIO

Multi Playback

If you select will be able to see Thumbnail images on the LCD Viewfinder (each Thumbnail page will contain 9 images).

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switc h to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

in the PLAY MENU, you

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

100-0002

1Press SHTR to start playback of

Motion image.

1Press or to select DISPLAY

MODE in the MENU screen. And,

press

2Press MENU. A Multi Image Playback

PLAY

screen will appear.

• When many images are stored in the

or to select .

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

100

0002

0005

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

Disk Media, it may take a while for the Multi Image screen to playback.

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

0003 0004

0006 0007

0009

0010

1, 3

VOL

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VOL

3Press (+) repeatedly to scroll

forward through Multi Image pages (each page contains 9 images).

• All images will be displayed as still images.

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

0011

0014

0017

0012 0013

0015 0016

0018 0019

Playing Back Captured Images

4Press (-) to move back through the

images on the page until the number

MANUAL REC

OFF

REC

PLAY

of the image you want to select is highlighted.

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

0002

0005

0008

0003 0004

0006 0007

0009 0010

Basic Operation

5Press or to go directly to the next

or previous page of images.

100

0003 0004

VOL

4, 5

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

100

0003 0004

0002

0006 0007

0005

0010

0009

0008

SEL : SET:SHTR

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

100

Press

SEL : SET:SHTR

0002

0005

0008

0002

0005

0008

0003 0004

0006 0007

0009 0010

0003 0004

0006 0007

0009 0010

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6Press SHTR to playback the selected

image, and to return to Manual Playback.

Playing Back Captured Images

Zoom Playback

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switc h to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

REC

MANUAL REC

1Press MENU to display PLAY MENU

and press ZOOM.

OFF

PLAY

2Press MENU to zoom(x2) in on the

center portion of the image.

3Press , , , or repeatedly to

change the zooming area.

1, 3

to set display mode to

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

EXIT : SHTR

ZOOM

VOL

1, 2

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4Press SHTR to restore the image to its

normal size.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Viewing Images on a TV Screen and

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

POWER

VOLCHCH

Transferring Images to a VCR

A/V OUT

TV Monitor

A/V Cable (supplied)

1Connect the Digital Camera to your

TV or VCR using the A/V Cable

(supplied) as shown.

2Turn on your TV and select its video

input mode. Then, select its line input mode. (Refer to your TV manual.)

3Set the Digital Camera POWER to

PLAY. You may select playback as

described on page 29 to page 32.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

4Start a recording of the desired

images. (Refer to your VCR manual.)

Note

• For extended periods of use, it is recommended to use the AC Adaptor (supplied) as a power source.

VCR Monitor

2, 4

Basic Operation

POWER

VOL

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

A/V Cable

A/V Cable (supplied)

SD4090.p22-33.p65 99/11/11, 16:3933

Connect the A/V OUT Terminal on the Camera and the AUDIO IN/VIDEO IN on the VCR or TV using the A/V Cable (supplied).

(supplied)

Using the Built-in Flash

This camera features a Built-in Flash which can be used to capture images in dimly lit conditions.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to REC or MANUAL REC. (See pages 19~20.)

REC

MANUAL REC

LCD Viewfinder

Light Sensor

1Press repeatedly to select flash

mode.

The mode that is selected will be

displayed on the LCD Viewfinder.

AUTO (No indication) :

OFF

PLAY

: The flash will light whenever you

Note

• The effective range of the flash is roughly

7.8 inches (20 cm) to 9.8 feet (3 m). If you are using the flash in very bright areas, the image background may become dark.

• Do not use the flash close to a person's face as it may be harmful to the eyes. Especially when capturing images of infants or small children, keep at least 3.3 feet (1 m) away.

• When the recording mode is set to

(Motion Image Rec) or (Burst Rec), the

flash mode will go to (OFF).

• Do not cover the FLASH Emitter and Light Sensor with your finger or other object.

The flash automatically lights depending on lighting conditions.

capture an image.

: This setting reduces the red

reflections in the eye when the flash lights. The flash will light twice, once before capturing and then once during capturing. (The flash will light whenever you capture an image.)

: The flash will not light even when

you capture an image. (MANUAL REC mode only.)

FLASH Emitter

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Auto White Balance automatically

PUSH SHTR TO WHITE SET PUSH MENU TO EXIT

SEP. 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

10 F

maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to MANU AL REC. (See pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

VOL

White Balance

1Press or to select WHITE

BALANCE and press one of the four settings shown below.

• Default setting is AUTO.

PLAY

AUTO (No indication) :

Automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.

: When the source illumination

is a halogen lamp.

: When shooting outdoors on a

sunny day.

WS (SET) : Manually set the color Balance.

To set the color balance to a fixed position based on the current lighting level, press the SHTR button while shooting a white object.

This setting will be maintained

until the MENU button is pressed to exit. The color balance will then return to the AUTO setting.

or to select

WHITE BALANCE

LIGHT METER SLOW SHUTTER TIME LAPSE CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

Special Features

2Press MENU to exit.

• Selected mode will appear on the LCD Viewfinder. (See page 10.)

Note

• When the Camera is set to POWER OFF, the white balance setting will be stored in Camera memory. When the Camera is set to POWER ON, the white balance setting will default to the previous setting.

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Light Metering

According to the recording condition and purpose, set light metering to measure exposure time.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to MANU AL REC. (See pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

VOL+

1Press or to select LIGHT METER

and press two settings shown below.

• Default setting is AUTO.

PLAY

AUTO (No indication) :

Ideal for normal capturing, the focus is set to the center portion of the finder and the entire image is metered.

: A small sphere in the center

portion of the finder is metered. This mode is useful for capturing back lit conditions, such as when the subject is brightly lit.

or to select one of the

WHITE BALANCE

LIGHT METER

SLOW SHUTTER TIME LAPSE CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

2Press MENU to exit.

• Selected mode will appear on the LCD Viewfinder. (See page 11.)

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

VOL

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

The Self-Timer allows you to capture an image about 10 seconds after pressing the shutter.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to REC or MANUAL REC. (See pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

Self Timer Recording

1Press or to select SELF TIMER

and press This puts the camera in self-timer mode.

AUDIO

SELF TIMER

BRIGHTNESS OSD CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

• After ON is selected and MENU is pressed, LCD Viewfinder (see page 10).

or to select ON.

ON ON

AUDIO

SELF TIMER

BRIGHTNESS OSD IRIS SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

mark will appear on the

ON ON

10 F

SEP 10 2000

10 : 00 AM

Special Features

2Press MENU to exit.

VOL

3Press SHTR.

• The Self-Timer Indicator lights up. The indicator starts flashing rapidly

VOL

after about 8 seconds and the image is captured about 2 seconds later.

• The Self-Timer setting returns to

OFF mode each time an image is

captured. Repeat these steps each time Self-Timer is used.

Self-Timer Indicator

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Adjusting the Iris Manually

AUDIO SELF TIMER BRIGHTNESS OSD

IRIS

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

ON OFF

SET : EXIT : MENU

<IRIS>

Normally, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. However, when the background is extremely bright, or when

1Press or to select IRIS.

the subject is backlit, you can compensate by adjusting the Iris manually.

Before you begin

Set the POWER to MANUAL REC. (See

pages 19~20.)

MANUAL REC

OFF

REC

2Press to display IRIS screen.

PLAY

Press (-) or (+) to change the IRIS;

Press (+) to increase the brightness, Press (-) to decrease the brightness.

4Press MENU twice to exit.

Note

• There are 7 brightness compensation levels ranging from -3 to +3.

• A blue sky may appear somewhat whiter

VOL

when the brightness is increased.

• The brightness cannot be adequately compensated for in extreme backlight conditions.

• The original exposure is automatically restored when the power is turned off.

1, 2, 3

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Time Lapse Recording

10 F

TIME LAPSE MODE PUSH SHTR TO START PUSH MENU TO EXIT

10 F

TIME LAPSE MODE

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

Time Lapse enables you to set the camera to automatically capture an image from once every minute to once every 24 hours.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to MANU AL REC. (See pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

1Press or to select TIME LAPSE

and press You can select a capture rate of approx. 1MIN, 5MIN, 10MIN, 30MIN, 1HOUR, 6HOUR, 12HOUR, or 24HOUR.

• Time Lapse feature is available with Super Fine (SF), Fine (F), Normal (N) and Zoom mode. If the REC mode is set to change REC mode. (See page 26.)

to select time interval.

WHITE BALANCE LIGHT METER SLOW SHUTTER

TIME LAPSE

CLOCK SET SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

AUTO AUTO OFF OFF

or , please

2Press MENU to set time lapse mode.

VOL

3Press SHTR to start time lapse mode

recording.

Special Features

2, 3

• REC will blink on the LCD Viewfinder

while image is being processed.

• Press MENU to exit this mode.

Note

• During time lapse recording (even during non-recording intervals), the battery may become depleted. Therefore, using an AC Adaptor (supplied) is recommended.

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To Delete Specific Images

You can delete unwanted images and increase the remaining image memory.

Warning: Once deleted, images cannot be

restored.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switch to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

1Press or to select DELETE and

press

to display DELETE menu.

DISPLAY MODE

DELETE

COPY AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

DELETE PAGE

FORMAT

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

VOL

1, 2, 3

MANUAL REC

OFF

REC

PLAY

menu.

SEL PAGE : DELETE EXIT

100-0001 F

: SHTR : MENU

3Press or to select the image page

2Press to display DELETE PAGE

to be deleted.

4Press SHTR to delete a image.

• To delete other specific image pages, please repeat steps 3~4.

• Press MENU twice to exit.

Note

• To delete all image data, refer to "Formatting the Disk Media" on page 41.

Important:

• While deleting image, do not turn off the

Digital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this will

cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Formatting the Disk Media

DELETE PAGE

FORMAT

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

You can easily format your Disk Media using this operation. Formatting of the Disk Media is done in the quick format. Warning: Formatting permanently removes

all image data as well as any other files on the Disk.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switch to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

PLAY

1Press or to select FORMAT and

press

to display FORMAT menu.

2Press or to select YES.

DELETE ALL DATA

OK?

NO YES

SEL : ENTER : SHTR

• To exit this menu, press or to select NO and press SHTR.

3Press SHTR to format.

PLEASE WAIT

NO IMAGE

Special Features

• “PLEASE WAIT” will be displayed on

VOL

1, 2

screen as all images are deleted from memory. Deletion is complete when “NO IMAGE” is displayed.

Important:

• While “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed, do

not turn off the Digital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied)

because this will cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

• When a Floppy Disk formatted with Macintosh is inserted, DISK ERROR

is displayed and formatting cannot be

done.

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To Copy Image Pages

You can copy specific images from one Disk Media to another Disk Media using this operation.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switc h to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

PLAY

MANUAL

REC

VOL

1, 2, 3,

Important:

• While “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed, do

not turn off the Digital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied)

because this will cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

Note

• If the memory capacity of the Disk Media that

you want to copy to is not sufficient, the following message will appear.

NOT AVAILABLE DISK

CONTINUE

: SHTR

EXIT

: MENU

• You can copy images from a SuperDisk Diskette to another SuperDisk Diskette providing the TARGET disk has enough space. You can copy images from a Floppy Disk to another Floppy Disk or a SuperDisk Diskette providing the TARGET disk has enough space.

NOT ENOUGH DISK SPACE

CONTINUE

: SHTR

EXIT

: MENU

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

1Press or to select COPY.

DISPLAY MODE DELETE

COPY

AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

2Press to display COPY menu and

select COPY PAGE.

<COPY>

COPY PAGE

COPY ALL

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

3Press to display COPY PAGE

menu.

<COPY>

SET/CANCEL PAGE

SEL PAGE : SET/CANCEL COPY EXIT

100-0001 F

: SHTR : : MENU

4Press or to select image you

want to copy and press SHTR to stamp copy mark. A “C” mark will appear on the image.

• Repeat step 4 to stamp other images.

• Press SHTR again to cancel copy mark.

5Press

to copy.

• “PLEASE WAIT”, then “PLEASE

CHANGE DISK” is displayed. After Disk is changed, “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed as images are copied. When copying is complete, the screen below will be displayed.

• Press MENU twice to exit.

<COPY>

SET/CANCEL PAGE

SEL PAGE : SET/CANCEL COPY EXIT

100-0001 F

COPYING IS COMPLETE

: SHTR : : MENU

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You can copy all of the images stored on a Disk Media to another Disk Media using this operation.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switch to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

To Copy All Images

1Press or to select COPY.

DISPLAY MODE DELETE

COPY

AUDIO PRINT MARK SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

NORMAL

OFF

REC

PLAY

MANUAL

REC

VOL

1, 2, 3

Note

• When copying images from one disk to another, the images are temporarily stored in camera memory before being copied to the target disk. As the camera memory is only equal to about one Floppy Disk, all the SuperDisk Diskette images cannot be stored and COPY ALL cannot be used. If COPY ALL is selected when SuperDisk is the source, "CANNOT COPY ALL THE SUPERDISK" will be displayed.

• If the memory capacity of the SuperDisk Diskette or Floppy Disk that you want to copy to is not sufficient, the following message will appear.

NOT AVAILABLE DISK

CONTINUE

: SHTR

EXIT

: MENU

• You can copy images from a Floppy Disk to another Floppy Disk or a SuperDisk Diskette providing the TARGET disk has enough space.

NOT ENOUGH DISK SPACE

CONTINUE

: SHTR

EXIT

: MENU

2Press to display COPY menu and

select COPY ALL.

<COPY>

COPY PAGE

COPY ALL

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

3Press to display COPY ALL menu

and press

• Select NO to return to the COPY MENU.

or to select YES.

COPY ALL PAGES

OK?

NO YES

SEL : ENTER : SHTR

4Press SHTR to copy.

PLEASE WAIT

• “PLEASE WAIT”, then “PLEASE

CHANGE DISK” is displayed. After Disk is changed, “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed as all of the images are copied. When copying is complete, the screen below will be displayed.

COPYING IS COMPLETE

• Press MENU twice to exit.

Important:

• While “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed, do

not turn off the Digital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied)

because this will cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

Special Features

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Slide Show

SLIDE SHOW

OSD BRIGHTNESS CLOCK SET BEEP SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

LOW

SLIDE SHOW START

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

You can playback captured images as a slide show.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switch to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

REC

MANUAL REC

VOL

1, 2

1Press or to select SLIDE SHOW.

2Press to start slide show.

OFF

PLAY

• Press MENU to exit this mode.

SLIDE SHOW STOP

Note

• SLIDE SHOW automatically stops after approx. 20minutes.

Important:

• SLIDE SHOW during execution, do not turn off the Digital Camera or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this

will cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

System Requirements:

• IBM PC/AT or compatible

• Windows 98 (Pre-installed PC with USB port)

• 486 CPU or higher (Pentium recommended)

• 32MB on-board memory

USB Driver Installation

• 10MB available hard disk space

• 256 Color Monitor or Full Color Monitor recommended (24bits per pixel or 16.7 million colors)

• CD-ROM drive (for installation)

• USB Port

• Mouse or other pointing device

1Turn on the PC (Personal Computer) and start up Windows 98. 2Insert supplied Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM Drive. 3Click the “Start” button and then click “Run”.

Special Features

4Type in “D:\Panasonic\Driver\Setup.exe” and then click “OK”.

Note

“D” Denotes the CD-ROM drive designation.

5Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.

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Transferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

PalmCam File Converter Installation

• When transferring non-Design rule for Camera File system format images from your PC to the Digital Camera, you will need to convert the images data to Design rule for Camera File system format so that the Camera can read it.

Note

• The Design rule for Camera File system was standardized by the Japan Electronic Industry Development Association (JEIDA) with the main purpose of developing an environment in which image files such as those from Digital Still Cameras can easily be exchanged with other related devices.

1Turn on the PC (Personal Computer) and start up Windows 98. 2Insert supplied Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM Drive. 3Click the “Start” button and then click “Run”.

4Type in “D:\Panasonic\Palmcam\Setup.exe” and then click “OK”.

Note

“D” Denotes the CD-ROM drive designation.

5Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

QuickTimeTM Driver Installation

• The QuickTimeTM Driver, when installed, allows your Digital Camera to transfer Motion Image Recording files to your PC.

Note

• For information on Apple QuickTime,

visit their website at :http://www.info.apple.com/info.apple.com/support/

1Turn on the PC (Personal Computer) and start up Windows 98. 2Insert supplied Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3Click the “Start” button and then click “Run”.

Special Features

4Type in “D:\QTW\QuickTimeInstaller.exe” and click “OK”.

Note

“D” Denotes the CD-ROM drive designation.

5Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.

QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. QuickTime is registered in the U.S, and other countries.

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Transferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

By using the included USB cable to connect to a PC, you can use your SuperDisk camera as an external storage device.

OFF

REC

PLAY

POWER Switch

TO PC Terminal

MANUAL REC

USB Cable (supplied)

* The SuperDisk Diskette is only supported

by Windows For other operating systems, you should use Floppy Disk.







98 or Mac OS 8.1 or later.

Personal Computer

USB Terminal

Connection

1Turn on your PC. 2Set the POWER Switch to PC on the Digital Camera.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

• LCD Viewfinder is off in PC mode.

3Connect the Digital Camera to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied).

• You can use this Digital Camera as a SuperDisk Drive. (See pages 61, 62, 63, 65.)

Note

• For extended periods of use, it is recommended to use the AC Adaptor (supplied) as a power source.

• Once the USB driver is installed, the Digital Camera can be connected even after the

PC has been started. The USB Cable (supplied) must be connected as described in

the above steps.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

Reading and Writing the Disk Media

To read or write to the Disk Media using Windows 98 follow the instructions below.

USB Cable (supplied)

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to PC.

Connect the Digital Camera to the PC using the supplied USB Cable, refer to page 48 for additional details.

To PC Terminal

Personal Computer

Reading the Disk Media

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click “Start”, “Programs” and “Image Viewing Software (for Example :

PHOTODELUXE)”.

Click “Adobe”, “PhotoDeluxe Home Edition 3.1”and “Adobe PhotoDeluxe

Home Edition 3.1”.

The initial screen of the Image Viewing Software is displayed.

Special Features

Note

• When playing back Motion images, start QuickTime.

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(Continued on next page)

PLEASE CLOSE IMAGE VIEWER ON PC

OK : SHTR

Transferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

3Click on the “File” Menu and “Open File”.

The File Open MENU is displayed.

Select the 3.5" FD Drive for the Digital Camera and find the image data file in the

Digital Camera.

• When the Digital Camera POWER Switch is set to PC, the Digital Camera Drive is

recognized as the 3.5" FD Drive with the latest drive letter, for example (G:).

• The Camera Disk consists of Dcim and Misc Folders.

• The Dcim Folder is used to store image data, and the Misc Folder is used to store

Print Mark data.

• Image data is stored in the “100 Pana” folder with the file number starting from “P1000001”. When the 1000th image data is written, the “101 Pana” folder is created and the file number starts from “P1010001”.

• The file numbers once deleted cannot be used.

• If the file number is changed, the Digital Camera cannot read the file.

4Open the image to View the image.

Note

• End all the applications, if, after playing back a Motion

image, etc. with "QuickTime", you want to change from PC mode to another mode. Only change from PC mode while a message, such as the one shown at the right is displayed.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

Writing to the Disk Media

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click “Start”, “Programs”, and “Windows Explorer”.

3You can write to the Disk Media by simply dragging and dropping a file or folder

from the Dig i t al C am e r a D ri v e t o another Drive. You can also drag and drop a file or folder from another Drive to the Drive of the Digital Camera.

Special Features

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Transferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

PalmCam File Conversion

When the Digital Camera can not playback the image data which is transferred from another Drive to the Drive of the Digital Camera, even if the data is JPEG, PalmCam File Conversion is necessary.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to PC.

Connect the Digital Camera to the PC using the supplied USB Cable, refer to page 48 for additional details.

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera. (See page 17.) 2Click the “Start” , “Programs” , “Palmcam File Converter”and “PalmCam File

Converter”.

3Click “File Selection” then select all images to be converted, select camera

drive, click on “Convert”.

• You can convert the format of the image data from your PC to the Digital Camera.

• Use the "Help" of "PalmCam File Converter" for the instructions in detail.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Windows 98)

Deleting a File (Folder) from the SuperDisk Drive

To delete a file (folder) from the Digital Camera.

• Click on the file or folder you want to delete. Then from the “File” menu click on

“Delete” to delete the file.

Disconnection

1End all applications and close all windows. (i.e. QuickTime, PhotoDeluxe, etc.) 2Eject the Disk Media from the Digital Camera. (See page 17.)

• You can also remove the Disk Media by right clicking on the SuperDisk Drive icon in "Windows Explorer" and "My Computer" and then clicking on "Eject".

3Disconnect the USB Cable (supplied) from your PC and change

the POWER Switch on the Digital Camera setting from PC mode to another selection. Make sure that all of the applications and all of the windows are closed. Then press the SHTR button.

Note

• If the USB Cable (supplied) is connected before the AC Adaptor is connected, or, if the

AC Adaptor is disconnected before the USB Cable is disconnected, it is possible that Windows 98 will abort the operation.

• The USB Cable (supplied) must be disconnected as described in the above steps.

Special Features

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Transferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

System Requirements:

• Mac OS 8.1, 8.5, 8.5.1, 8.6

• iMac or Power Macintosh G3 with USB Port

• 32MB of RAM

• 10MB available hard disk space

USB Driver Installation

• 256 Color Monitor or Full Color Monitor recommended (24bits per pixel or 16.7 million colors)

• CD-ROM drive (for installation)

• USB Port

• Mouse or other pointing device

1Turn on the Macintosh. 2Insert the supplied Software CD-ROM into the

CD-ROM Drive.

3Double click the “PHOTODELUXE”. 4Double click on “Panasonic”, “PalmCam” and

“DSC&SuperDisk Driver”.

5Follow the instructions as they appear on your

PC screen.

When the USB Driver is installed, the following changes will occur.

• The Mac OS ROM in the Mac OS 8.1 system folder is changed from 1.1 to 1.1.2.

• The USB Driver of the SuperDisk Drive is installed in the function expansion folder of the System folder.

• Inquire about Mac OS and FIrmware updates at the Apple Computer Inc. web site

(http://www.apple.com./).

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Transferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

QuickTimeTM Driver Installation

• The QuickTimeTM Driver, when installed, allows your Digital Camera to transfer Motion Image Recording files to your PC.

Note

• For information on Apple QuickTime,

visit their website at :http://www.info.apple.com/info.apple.com/support/

1Turn on the Macintosh. 2Insert the supplied Software CD-ROM into the

CD-ROM Drive.

3Double click the “PHOTODELUXE”. 4Double click on “QT 4.02” and “QuickTime

Installer”.

5Follow the instructions as they appear on your

PC screen.

PalmCam File Converter Installation

• The Mac software is currently not available, but will be available in the future on our website at www.panasonic.com/ palmcam or by calling 1-800-272-7033.

Special Features

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Transferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

By using the included USB cable to connect to a PC, you can use your SuperDisk camera as an external storage device.

OFF

REC

TO PC Terminal

USB Cable (supplied)

MANUAL REC

PLAY

* The SuperDisk Diskette is only supported

* USB Cable and SuperDisk is not able to

by Windows

correspond except for Windows 98 or

For other operating systems, you should

iMac. If other than Windows 98 or iMac

use Floppy Disk.

shall be used a floppy disk.







98 or Mac OS 8.1 or later.

POWER Switch

iMac

USB Terminal

Connection

1Turn on your PC. 2Set POWER Switch to PC on the Digital Camera.

• The POWER LED lamp lights up.

• LCD Viewfinder is off in PC mode.

3Connect the Digital Camera to your PC using the USB Cable (supplied).

• You can use this Digital Camera as a SuperDisk Drive. (See pages 61, 64, 65.)

Note

• For extended periods of use, it is recommended to use the AC Adaptor (supplied) as a power source.

• Once the USB driver is installed, the Digital Camera can be connected even after the

PC has been started. The USB Cable (supplied) must be connected as described in

the above steps.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Transferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

Reading and Writing the Disk Media

To read or write to the Disk Media using Macintosh follow the instructions below.

Before you begin

Set the PO WER Switch to PC.

Connect the Digital Camera to the PC using the supplied USB Cable, refer to page 56 for additional details.

USB Cable (supplied)

iMac

Reading the Disk Media

To PC Terminal

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click “Apple Menu”, “Macintosh HD”, “Adobe PhotoDeluxe

“Adobe PhotoDeluxeTM”.

The initial screen of the Image Viewing Software is displayed.

2.0” and

Special Features

Note

• When playing back Motion images, start QuickTime.

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T ransferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

PLEASE CLOSE IMAGE VIEWER ON PC

OK : SHTR

3Click on the “File” Menu and “Open File”.

The File Open MENU is displayed.

Select the 3.5" FD Drive for the Digital Camera and find the image data file in the

Digital Camera.

• When the Digital Camera POWER Switch is set to PC, the Digital Camera Drive is

recognized as the 3.5" FD Drive.

• The Camera Disk consists of DCIM and MISC Folders.

• The DCIM Folder is used to store image data, and the MISC Folder is used to store

Print Mark data.

• Image data is stored in the “100 PANA” folder with the file number starting from “P1000001”. When the 1000th image data is written, the “101 Pana” folder is created and the file number starts from “P1010001”.

• The file numbers once deleted cannot be used.

• If the file number is changed, the Digital Camera cannot read the file.

4Open the image to View the image.

Note

• End all the applications, if, after playing back a Motion

image, etc. with "QuickTime", you want to change from PC mode to another mode. Only change from PC mode while a message, such as the one shown at the right is displayed.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

T ransferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

Writing to the Disk Media

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click the icon displayed on the desktop.

3You can write to the Disk Media by simply dragging

and dropping a file or folder from Digita l C ame ra Drive to another Drive.

Special Features

Deleting a File (Folder) from the SuperDisk Drive

To delete a file (folder) from the Digital Camera.

• Drag and Drop the selected file or folder into the “Trash” icon.

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Transferring Y our Images (Macintosh)

Disconnection

1End all applications and close all windows. (i.e. QuickTime, PhotoDeluxe, etc.) 2Eject the Disk Media from the Digital Camera. (See page 17.) 3Disconnect the USB Cable (supplied) from your PC and change the POWER

Switch on the Digital Camera setting from PC mode to another selection. Make sure that all of the applications and all of the windows are closed. Then press the SHTR button.

Note

• If the USB Cable (Supplied) is connected before the AC Adaptor is connected, or, if the

AC Adaptor is disconnected before the USB Cable is disconnected, it is possible that Macintosh will abort the operation.

• The USB Cable (supplied) must be disconnected as described in the above steps.

Removing the Disk Media

• When the PC recognizes the Disk Media, an icon, like the one

shown right, is displayed on the desktop.

• You can remove Disk Media from the Digital Camera by drag-

ging and dropping the Disk Media icon on the desktop into the “Trash” icon.

• While the PC is starting up, the Disk Media cannot be removed,

even if the EJECT button on the Digital Camera is pressed.

• When a damaged Disk Media is inserted in the Digital Camera,

the Disk Media icon will not appear on the PC desktop. In this case, the Disk Media can be removed by pressing the EJECT button on the Digital Camera.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

SuperDisk Drive

You can use this Digital Camera as an external SuperDisk storage drive. You can only use SuperDisk Diskette media or 2HD Floppy Disks in this camera.

Note

• When a DOS formatted Floppy Disk is read by a Macintosh, the PC/File Exchange

function will be necessary.

Media Format Type & Explanation

Type

SuperDisk Diskette

Floppy Disk (2HD)

Note

Adverse conditions, such as those described below, are confirmed in PC Exchange Ver. 2.2.1 and also File Exchange Ver. 3.0.

• Do not format a SuperDisk Diskette that is in the DOS format on a Macintosh.

If you use the DOS format with a Macintosh, the SuperDisk Diskette will not be able to be read or written to.

Format Style

DOS Format (120MB)

DOS Format (1.44MB)

Explanation

This format is usable with DOS and Windows.

Note

This format is usable with Windows and Macintosh.

WRITE Protecting the Disk Media

You can prohibit the writing to or deletion of data from the Disk Media by using the PROTECT switch as shown below.

SuperDisk Diskette

Floppy Disk (2HD)

Special Features

PROTECT Switch

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: Set

PROTECT Switch

: Cancel

Using the SuperDisk Drive (Windows 98)

Before Formatting

Before formatting the Disk Media, close all applications and all windows. If you format the Disk Media while any of the disk's files are open, an error may occur on the display.

Formatting the Disk Media

1Insert the Disk Media into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click “My Computer”. Click right mouse button on the Digital Ca mer a icon.

3Click “FormatUtility for SuperDisk”.

4Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Using the SuperDisk Drive (Windows 98)

Copying the Disk Media

• The DISKCOPY command at the DOS prompt cannot be used.

SuperDisk Diskette/ Floppy Disk (2HD)

Floppy Disk (2HD)

SuperDisk Drive

Floppy Disk Drive

• Disk copy cannot be performed with SuperDisk Diskette.

SuperDisk Diskette

SuperDisk Drive

SuperDisk Diskette

SuperDisk Drive

• Explorer CopyDisk is only possible with 2HD Floppy Disk.

SuperDisk Drive

and

Floppy Disk Drive

Floppy Disk (2HD)

SuperDisk Drive

and

Floppy Disk Drive

When using Windows Explorer, etc. and you attempt to copy a previously used 2HD Floppy Disk from the Floppy Disk Drive to the Digital Camera with the CopyDisk utility, please note the following.

After PC start up, when CopyDisk is attempted the first time, a Windows error message box may be displayed and CopyDisk may fail.

Special Features

In this case, switch the source Floppy Disk and the target Floppy Disk so that CopyDisk is performed from the Digital Camera to the Floppy Disk Drive. By doing this, CopyDisk will function properly.

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Using the SuperDisk Drive (Macintosh)

Formatting the Disk Media

Note

• Do n ot fo rm at the Disk Media under DOS format with Macintosh.

1Insert the SuperDisk Diskette or Floppy Disk into the Digital Camera slot. 2Click the SuperDisk Diskette or Floppy Disk icon

displayed on the desktop.

3Select “Erase Disk” in the “Special” MENU.

4Select format style. Then, click “Erase”.

Note

• When using the Disk Media that was formatted to Mac OS standard format or Mac OS

expanded format in the Digital Camera, format again in the Digital Camera.

• When "File Sharing" is used, formatting may be impossible. In this case, either quit "File

Sharing" or turn AppleTalk off in the control panel.

• In Camera mode (REC, MANUAL REC, PLAY), only PC Exchange Ver. 2.2.1 in DOS

format can be used.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Using the SuperDisk Drive

Important Operating Notes

• FORMAT command cannot be used.

The FORMAT command at the DOS prompt cannot be used for the Digital Camera.

• DISKCOPY command cannot be used.

The DISKCOPY command at the DOS prompt cannot be used for the Digital Camera.

• You cannot boot your PC from this Digital Camera.

• When using the Digital Camera, never remove the Disk Media

while data is being written to it.

If the Disk Media is removed while it is being written, it may become completely unusable.

• When a Defective Disk is inserted into the Digital Camera, it will

take a longer than usual time for the drive to recognize the disk.

This is normal, so please wait for a while.

• If the Disk Media is not inserted into the SuperDisk Drive,

“FormatUtility for Super Disk” will not be displayed.

Insert the Disk Media. After the busy light goes out, right click on the SuperDisk icon.

Special Features

• According to the use limitations of “QuickTime for Windows”, files stored in the SuperDisk Driver may not play back normally.

• Unable to place in Suspend/ Resume mode.

While the SuperDisk Driver is reading/writing to the Disk Media, please do not place in Suspend/ Resume mode.

• This Digital Camera is not compatible with Flash Pass.

• Using a head cleaner caution.

When using a head cleaner, please use the product described below and limit cleaning to about 7 seconds.

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Name of article : Imation 3.5" Dry Head Cleaning Disk Article No.

: 74040183035

Print Mark

SET/CANCEL PAGE

CANCEL ALL INDEX

SEL : SET : EXIT : MENU

SET/CANCEL PAGE

PRINT COPIES SEL PAGE SET/CANCEL EXIT

100-0001 F

: : SHTR : MENU

Use this feature when a laboratory service that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is used.

Before you begin

Set the POWER Switc h to PLAY. (See

pages 19~20.)

OFF

REC

MANUAL REC

VOL

PLAY

Stamp Print Marker

1Press or to select PRINT MARK

and press menu.

• Select “SET/CANCEL PAGE” to select image, “CANCEL ALL” to cancel all image print marks, and “INDEX” to set or clear index print on all pages.

to display PRINT MARK

2Press or to select the image page

you want to mark for printing and press SHTR to stamp print mark.

” mark will appear on the image.

A “

Press

copies to print. (up to 99)

or to select number of

VOL

This print mark is based on DPOF (Digital Print Order Format).

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• Repeat step 2 to stamp other images.

• Press SHTR again to cancel print mark.

3Press MENU to exit this menu.

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Digital Camera Accessory

For ordering instructions, see the Accessory Order Form page.

Accessory #

CGR-B/ 202A1B

Figure

Description

Lithum Ion Battery

Price

$100.00

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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Model #

2. Items Ordered QuantityAccessory # Price EachDescription

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling

Total Enclosed

3. Method of payment (check one)

Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order to: MATSUSHITA ACCESSORIES

(Please do not send cash)

Total Price

5.00

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 THE

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-272-7033 [8:30 AM-8 PM M-F, EST]

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

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FOLLOWING:

OR OR

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Phone #: Day ( )

Night ( )

Before Requesting Service

If you have a problem with your Digital Camera, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for symptoms and corrections.

Symptom Cannot charge the Battery

Pack.

No power.

Power shuts off automatically.

Cannot capture the image.

No Picture on the LCD Viewfinder.

LCD Viewfinder image is too bright or dark.

Flash will not light.

Cannot playback.

No picture on the TV (if connected).

Can not transfer images on the PC Connection.

Solution

• Make sure the rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack is attached. (p 13)

• Make sure all necessary connections are correct and tight. (p 13)

• Lithium Ion Battery is depleted. (p 14)

• Make sure polarities are aligned properly. (p 14)

• When the unit is moved from a cold place to a warm place, it may not function. In this case, please wait one hour before using the unit.

• Auto shut off feature is on. Press SHTR, or set POWER Switch to OFF, and then set to REC or MANUAL REC. (pp 19, 20, 22.)

• SuperDisk Diskette (FD) is not inserted. (p 17)

• Make sure the POWER switch is set to REC or MANUAL REC. (pp 19, 20.)

• No memory. Delete some images before capturing images. (p 40)

• Auto shut off feature is on. Set the POWER to OFF and then set to REC or MANUAL REC. (pp 19, 20, 22.)

• Make sure the LCD Viewfinder brightness setting is adjusted properly. (p 28)

• The flash mode is set to Change flash mode. (p 34)

• SuperDisk Diskette (FD) is not inserted. (p 17)

• There are no images on the SuperDisk Diskette (FD). (pp 22~25.)

• Make sure the POWER switch is set to PLAY. (p 20)

• PalmCam File Conversion. (p 52)

• Make sure all necessary connections are correct and tight. (p 33)

• Make sure the TV is set to video input mode. (p 33)

• Make sure all necessary connections are correct and tight. (pp 48, 56.)

• Make sure the SuperDisk Driver is installed.

• Set Camera to PC mode. (pp 48, 56.)

(OFF) mode.

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Warning Indications

These displays will alert you of a missed operation or provide further instructions.

Indication

SYSTEM ERROR

DRIVE

ERROR

WRITE

ERROR

READ

DISK

ERROR

(PUSH

SHTR TO FORMAT)

DELETE ERROR

FORMAT

ERROR

Phenomenon

Failed USB handshake.

Failed to initialize the drive.

Failed to write.

Failed to read.

Unsuitable disk.

Failed to delete the file.

Failed to format the disk.

Solution

If, after Power Switch is set to OFF, then REC or PLAY again, SYSTEM ERROR is still displayed, the camera may be broken and needs repair.

If, after Power Switch is set to OFF, then REC or PLAY again, DRIVE ERROR is still displayed, the camera may be broken and needs repair.

If the problem occurred while capturing, please capture again. If WRITE ERROR is still displayed, the disk may be defective, or could not be read. Please reinsert the disk or change disks. If the problem occurred while setting a COPY or PRINT MARK, please try again. If WRITE ERROR, repeat this procedure.

The camera cannot read this image. Press + or - button to play the next image. A READ ERROR file cannot be delete in DELETE menu. Please format the disk, or delete with the PC.

If PUSH SHTR TO FORMAT is displayed, you may format the disk. If PUSH SHTR TO FORMAT is not displayed, the disk cannot be formatted. (Disks that can be formatted were once formatted under DOS or Mac.)

If, after attempting to delete again, DELETE ERROR is displayed, the disk may be defective. Change disks.

If, after attempting to format again, FORMAT ERROR is displayed, the disk may be defective. Change disks.

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Warning Indications

Indication

THIS DISK IS PROTECTED

NOT

ENOUGH MEMORY

MENU TO EXIT

PUSH

NOT

ENOUGH DISK SPACE CONTINUE : SHTR EXIT : MENU

NOT

AVAILABLE DISK SPACE CONTINUE : SHTR EXIT : MENU

CANNOT THE

PLEASE LENS

COPY ALL

SUPERDISK

OPEN

COVER

Phenomenon

The disk is protected.

Insufficient disk memory. (1.44MB) Copy capacity was exceeded.

Insufficient space on target disk compared to source disk.

The disk cannot be copied.

Cannot copy all the images.

Lens Cover is closed.

Solution

If THIS DISK IS PROTECTED is displayed, change disks or disengage protect.

If NOT ENOUGH MEMORY is displayed, delete unnecessary images. Or, decrease or change the images to be copied.

After pressing SHTR to CONTINUE, switch to a disk with enough space, or press MENU to EXIT.

The disk is unusable or protected. After pressing SHTR to CONTINUE, switch to a disk with enough space, or press MENU to EXIT.

It is impossible to select ALL COPY when SuperDisk is the source. Please select COPY PAGE to copy.

Please open the Lens Cover.

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Specifications

CCD 1/2.7 inch (9.34 mm) 1,320 k Pixels Lens f=5.2-15.6 mm (equivalent to a 34-102 mm lens on a 35 mm

Focus Auto / Preset (Zone) Focusing Area 7.9 inch (20 cm) –∞ (approx.) Iris (Shutter Speed) F2.8/F8 (wide) Shutter Speed 1/30-1/750 seconds (Auto), 1/4-1/750 seconds (Slow Shutter

White Balance Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/White Set LCD Viewfinder 2.5 inch (63.4 mm) TFT Color LCD with 112 k pixels Flash Built-in Microphone Built-in (Mono) Speaker Built-in (Mono) Memory Floppy Disk (1.44 MB)/SuperDisk Diskette(120MB) Image Size 1,280 × 960 pixels (Super Fine, Fine)

Image Storage Approx. 5 images (Super Fine mode) (Floppy Disk) Approx. 10 images (Fine mode)

(SuperDisk Diskette) Approx. 450 images (Super Fine mode)

Image Format JPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System) (Still Image With A udio) JPEG, QuickTime

(Motion Image) QuickTime (320 x 240 pixel Still image with Audio) Digital lnterface USB Video Signal NTSC Composite Power Supply Lithium Ion Battery (1250 mAh, 7.2 V)/AC Adaptor (input 110-

Power Consumption Digital Camera 7.2 V, DC 1.8 A

Operating T emperature 32 – 104 °F/0 – 40 °C Operating Humidity 10 % – 75 % Weight Digital Camera 1.53 lbs approx./695 g approx.

Dimensions Digital Camera 5-5/8 (W) × 4-3/8 (H) × 3-1/4 (D) inch

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

still camera.)/F2.8-4.7

mode)

640 × 480 pixels (Normal, Zoom, mode) 320 × 240 pixels ( mode)

Approx. 17 images (Normal, Zoom, mode) 10 sec. × Approx. 1 set ( mode)

Approx. 900 images (Fine mode) Approx. 1,500 images (Normal, Zoom, mode) 10 sec. × Approx. 90 sets ( mode)

240 V AC) AC Adaptor (supplied) input 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60

Hz 20 W

AC Adaptor (supplied) 0.39 lbs approx./180 g approx.

143 (W) × 112 (H) × 84 (D) mm

AC Adaptor (supplied) 3-7/8 (W) × 1-5/8 (H) × 2-7/8 (D) inch

97 (W) × 43 (H) × 73 (D) mm

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For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería. Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

PANASONIC/QUASAR Video Products

Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the Warrantor”) will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows (all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase):

PRODUCT PARTS LABOR CAMCORDER ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR NINETY (90) DAYS DIGITAL CAMERA CCD IMAGE SENSOR - SIX (6) MONTHS NINETY (90) DAYS VCR ONE (1) YEAR NINETY (90) DAYS A/V MIXER ONE (1) YEAR NINETY (90) DAYS MONITOR-VCR ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CRT NINETY (90) DAYS

Monitor-VCR In-home or carry-in Service: 22” (diagonal) CRT / LCD and Larger

Batteries (if included) - New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.

Tape (if included) - New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five (5) days.

In-home, carry-in or mail-in service, as applicable, in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Service Directory. Or call toll free 1-800-272-7033, to locate an authorized PASC Servicenter. Carryin or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is requires before warranty service is rendered.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, video and audio head cleaning. The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment, or failures which are caused products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. 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 above exclusions or limitations 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 Customer Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above.

SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, ARE NOT COVERED. COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER.

warvid 10/20/97

CRT - TWO (2) YEARS CRT- NINETY (90) DAYS

Monitor-VCR Carry-in Service: 21” (diagonal) CRT / LCD and smaller

CUSTOMER PAYS ALL LABOR CHARGES AFTER 90 DAYS

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Service Center Directory

For Product Information, operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquires please contact:

1-800-272-7033, Monday-Friday 8:30am-8pm EST. Web Site: http://WWW.Panasonic.com

You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.

Product Repairs

Centralized Factory Servicenter

Panasonic Services Company

MAIL TO :

1705 N. Randall Road,

Elgin, IL 60123-7847

Attention: Digital Camera Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin centralized repair Factory Servicenter. While there will be added handling delays, you may bring your unit to one of the following locations who will then forward the unit to Elgin for repair. Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).

Factory Servicenter Locations

CALIFORNIA

6550 Katella Avenue Cypress, CA 90630

800 Dubuque Avenue S. San Francisco, CA 94080

20201 Sherman Way Suite 102 Canoga Park, CA 91306

3878 Ruffin Road Suite A San Diego, CA 92123

COLORADO

1640 South Abilene Street Suite D Aurora, CO 80012

FLORIDA

3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood, FL 33020

GEORGIA

8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30350

ILLINOIS

1703 North Randall Road Elgin, IL 60123 (Pick-up / Drop-off only)

9060 Golf Road Niles, IL 60714

MARYLAND

62 Mountain Road Glen Burnie MD 21061

MASSACHUSETTS

60 Glacier Drive, Suite G Westwood, MA 02090

MICHIGAN

37048 Van Dyke Avenue Sterling Heights, MI 48312

MINNESOTA

7850-12th Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington, MN 55425

OHIO

2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza Forest Park, OH 45240

PENNSYLVANIA

2221 Cabot Blvd. West Suite B Langhorne, PA 19047

Chartiers Valley Shopping Center 1025 Washington Pike Bridgeville, PA 15017

TENNESSEE

919-8th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203

TEXAS

7482 Harwin Drive Houston, TX 77036

13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch, TX 75244

WASHINGTON

20425-84th Avenue South Kent, WA 98032

HAWAII

99-859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea, Hawaii 96701 Phone (808) 488-1996 Fax (808) 486-4369

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infantería. Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

Accessory Purchases:

Customer Orders Only 1-800-272-7033

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Service in Puerto Rico

As of October ’97

For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.

Index

AC Adaptor (Supplied) 2, 13, 15 AC Cable (Supplied) 2, 13, 15 Accessory (optional) 6 7 Accessory (Supplied) 2 A/V Cable 2, 33

Battery Remaining Indication 10 Beep 27 Brightness (LCD Viewfinder) 2 8 Built-in Flash 34

Camera Strap 2, 16 Capturing Images 22, 23, 24, 25, 27 Copy Image 42, 43

DC POWER Cable 2, 15 Delete Image 40

Formatting the Disk Media 4 1

Iris 38 Index of Controls 8, 9

LCD Viewfinder 22~25, 28, 29 Low Light Warning 10 Light Metering 3 6 Lithium Ion Battery 2, 13, 14, 67

On Screen Display (OSD) 10, 12

Playb a ck 29, 30, 31, 32 Playback Menu 12 POWER Supply 13, 14, 15 Print Mark (DPOF) 66

Recording Menu 11

Self Timer 11, 37 Setting the Clock 2 1 Service Center Directory 74 Slide Show 44 Slow Shutter 22, 23 Special Digital Camera Features 7 Specifications 72 SuperDisk 2, 17 SuperDisk Drive 61~65

Transferring Images 33, 45~60 Time Lapse 39

Warranty 73 White Balance 35

Zoom Playback 32

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Manual Playback 29 MENU Screen 19, 20 Multi Playback 30, 31

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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

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Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

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