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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ35 Operating Instructions Manual

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DMC-TZ35
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
VQT4P25
M1212KZ0

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-TZ35 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. VQT4P25 M1212KZ0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Viewing your pictures ......35 Before use Viewing motion pictures ......36 Capturing still pictures from motion Before use ..........5 pictures ............37 Standard Accessories ......7 Zooming in and viewing Names and Functions of Main Parts ..8 “Playback Zoom” .........38 Cursor button ..........9 Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback”...
  • Page 3 Contents Taking pictures according to the scene Application (Record) [Scene Mode] ........78 [Portrait] ............79 Changing recording information [Soft Skin] ............79 display ..........55 [Scenery] .............79 Using Zoom .......... 56 [Sports] ............80 Zoom types and use ........57 [Night Portrait] ..........80 Taking pictures with flash ....
  • Page 4 Contents Using the [Rec] menu ......96 Using the [Playback] menu....119 [Aspect Ratio] ..........96 [Title Edit] ..........119 [Picture Size] ..........96 [Text Stamp] ..........120 [Quality] ............97 [Retouch] ...........121 [Sensitivity] ..........97 [Video Divide] ..........122 [White Balance] ...........98 [Resize] .............123 [AF Mode] ..........100 [Cropping] ..........124 [Quick AF] ..........101 [Favorite] ...........125...

  • Page 5: Before Use

    Before use Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
  • Page 6 Before use Before use ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Before use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ● The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. ●...

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts Mode dial Use this to select the recording mode. Flash (→59) Self-timer indicator (→63) AF Assist Lamp (→104) Lens barrel Lens Zoom lever (→56) Microphone (→22) Operate this when zooming in on a distant subject to record it larger.

  • Page 9: Cursor Button

    Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts [EXPOSURE] button Operate this when setting the shutter speed or aperture value (only in the mode). (→66, 67, 68) LCD monitor We recommend using (→47) the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.

  • Page 10: Preparations

    To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. - 10 -...

  • Page 11: Inserting The Battery

    To remove battery Move the lever in the card/battery compartment in the direction of the arrow. ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Remove battery from camera after use.

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Preparations Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Make sure that the camera is turned off. AC adaptor (supplied) Align the marks ( to )
  • Page 13 ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. ● Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. Doing so may cause malfunction of the camera.

  • Page 14: Remaining Battery

    (when the Optical Image Stabiliser 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. function is set to [ON]). • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card • Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash (32 MB). every second recording.
  • Page 15 Preparations Charging battery ■ Recording motion pictures [Rec Format] ([Rec Quality]) [AVCHD] ([FHD/50i]) [MP4] ([FHD/25p]) Available recording time Approx. 85 min Approx. 85 min Actual available recording time Approx. 40 min Approx. 40 min ● Recording conditions • Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50%RH •...

  • Page 16: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)

    Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) • Make sure that the camera is turned off. Slide to the [OPEN] position Release lever and open the card/battery door [OPEN] [LOCK] Insert the card all the way • Check orientation: terminals face •...

  • Page 17: Saving Your Pictures (Cards And Built-In Memory)

    ● The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. ■ Compatible memory cards (optional) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) Type of Card Capacity Notes SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB •...

  • Page 18: Recording Capacity Guidelines (Pictures/Recording Time)

    Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press [DISP.] button to switch display) Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory)

  • Page 19: Setting The Clock

    Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. • Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 20: Changing Time Settings

    Preparations Setting the clock Changing time settings Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu to change the current time settings. • Clock settings will be kept for approx. 3 months even if the battery is removed. (Only if a fully charged battery was inserted for 24 hours beforehand.) Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu •...

  • Page 21: Basics

    Basics Sequence of operations Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn on the camera Set to the desired recording mode Align the mode dial correctly to → the mode that you want to use. [Intelligent Auto] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. (→25) Take pictures with automatic shutter [Program AE] Mode...
  • Page 22 Basics Sequence of operations Aim the camera and shoot ■ Taking still pictures Motion picture button Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■ Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Microphone Press the motion picture button again to...

  • Page 23: Taking Pictures With Your Own Settings

    Basics Taking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set for recording. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Set to ([Program AE] Mode) Take a picture Press halfway Press fully...

  • Page 24: Adjusting Focus

    Basics Adjusting focus When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the centre of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the centre, follow the steps below. Adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area Focus display with the subject...

  • Page 25: Taking Pictures With Automatic Settings

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set to ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Take a picture Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated...

  • Page 26: Automatic Scene Detection

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. Recognises people Recognises babies Recognises landscapes Recognises night scenes and people in them (Only when is selected) Recognises night scenes Recognises night scenes without a tripod The icon of...

  • Page 27: [Motion Deblur]

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Motion Deblur] [Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimise the blur of the subject. It is preset to [ON] with this unit. ■...

  • Page 28: [Ihdr]

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [iHDR] When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.

  • Page 29: Af Tracking

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode AF Tracking This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. Press to set [AF Mode] to AF Tracking •...

  • Page 30: [Intelligent Auto] Mode Restrictions

    Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions Only the menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed.

  • Page 31: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basics Recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with audio (monaural). Press the motion picture button to start recording [Rec Format] (→107)/ [Rec Quality] (→107) ● Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures. ● Immediately release the motion picture button after Elapsed recording pressing it.
  • Page 32 Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.) - 32 -...
  • Page 33 Basics Recording motion pictures ■ Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. • Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■ Recording motion pictures in The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings.

  • Page 34: Taking Still Pictures While A Motion Picture Is Being Recorded

    Basics Recording motion pictures Taking still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording • Still pictures are recorded with aspect ratio setting of and [Picture Size] setting of 3.5M.

  • Page 35: Viewing Your Pictures

    Basics Viewing your pictures When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Press the playback button • By holding down the playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode.

  • Page 36: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Basics Viewing your pictures Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press the playback button Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press Playback now starts. Motion picture recording time Motion picture icon (differs by [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality]) •...

  • Page 37: Capturing Still Pictures From Motion Pictures

    Basics Viewing your pictures Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback Press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 38: Zooming In And Viewing "Playback Zoom

    Basics Viewing your pictures Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Move to Current zoom position T side • Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.) •...

  • Page 39: Searching Pictures By The Recording Date (Calendar Search)

    Basics Viewing your pictures Searching pictures by the recording date (Calendar search) Selected date Move to the W side several times • Use cursor button to select the recording date, then press [MENU/SET] to select the pictures for the selected recording date. (→114) - 39 - VQT4P25...

  • Page 40: Deleting Pictures

    Basics Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press [ / ] button to delete displayed picture •...

  • Page 41: To Delete Multiple (Up To 50)/To Delete All Pictures

    Basics Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 50)/To delete all pictures Press [ / ] button while viewing a picture to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ● [Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [DISP.] button •...

  • Page 42: Setting The Menu

    Basics Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [AF Mode] and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 43: Menu Type

    Basics Setting the menu Menu type ● ● In recording mode In playback mode [Rec] menu You can perform settings such as Tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. [Motion Picture] You can adjust settings such as recording method and picture menu quality.

  • Page 44: Using Quick Menu

    Basics Setting the menu Using Quick menu During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button Press to select a menu item Press to select the settings Press [MENU/SET] ● The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.

  • Page 45: Using The [Setup] Menu

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) ● In [Intelligent Auto] Mode, only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Beep] and [Stabilizer Demo.] are set.

  • Page 46: [Speaker Volume]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Speaker Volume] Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). ■ Settings: [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] ● Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV.

  • Page 47: [Monitor Luminance]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Monitor Luminance] Make LCD monitor easier to see. ■ Settings [Auto Power Monitor]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.

  • Page 48: [Histogram]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Histogram] Displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. (Example) if the graph peaks at the right, this means there are several bright areas in the picture (Guide). A peak in the centre represents correct brightness (correct exposure).

  • Page 49: [Economy]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Economy] Turn off the camera or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimise battery consumption. [Auto Power Off] Automatically shut off the camera while not in use. ■...

  • Page 50: [No.reset]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. ● The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. ● A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999.

  • Page 51: [Output]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Output] Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device. ■ Settings [Video Out] [NTSC] / [PAL] [TV Aspect] (This setting performs when an AV cable (optional) is connected.) [VIERA Link] Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link-compatible devices, and operability with a VIERA remote control when connecting via an HDMI mini cable (optional) (→132).

  • Page 52: [Rotate Disp.]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. ■ Settings : Rotate and display pictures displayed on a TV screen as well as those displayed on the LCD monitor of the camera in portrait orientation. Rotate and display only pictures displayed on a TV screen in portrait orientation.

  • Page 53: [Format]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/built-in memory carefully before formatting.

  • Page 54: [Stabilizer Demo.]

    Basics Using the [Setup] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Stabilizer Demo.] Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate). Extent of jitter Extent of jitter after correction ● During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabiliser switches ON and OFF every time [MENU/SET] is pressed.

  • Page 55: Application (Record)

    Application (Record) Changing recording information display Press [DISP.] button to change display ● In Recording Mode Recording information Motion picture recording (Number of recordable information pictures) (Available recording time) No display Guide lines ● In Playback Mode Picture information Recording information (recording date and ([Flash], [Sensitivity] time, etc.)

  • Page 56: Using Zoom

    Application (Record) Using Zoom You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom In/Out Capture a Enlarge wider area the subject (wide-angle) (telephoto) When Extra optical zoom is set Focus range Zoom ratio Optical Zoom range Digital Zoom range i.Zoom range Zoom bar...

  • Page 57: Zoom Types And Use

    Application (Record) Using Zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the picture size is changed. ■ Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 20x is possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. (→96) ●...

  • Page 58: Digital Zoom

    Application (Record) Using Zoom To increase the zoom ratio further, the following zoom can be used in combination. ■ [i.ZOOM] You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set the [i.Resolution] in the [Rec] menu to [i.ZOOM].

  • Page 59: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Application (Record) Taking pictures with flash Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] Type, operations Uses [Auto] Normal use • Automatically judges when to use flash [Auto/Red-Eye] Taking pictures of subjects in dark •...
  • Page 60 Application (Record) Taking pictures with flash ■ Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – – – – –...

  • Page 61: Taking Close-Up Pictures

    Application (Record) Taking close-up pictures When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. W). Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [AF Macro] (...

  • Page 62: Focus Range

    Application (Record) Taking close-up pictures Focus range When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. The shortest recording distance differs depending on the zoom ratio and the setting in macro recording mode. ■...

  • Page 63: Taking Pictures With Self-Timer

    Application (Record) Taking pictures with self-timer We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Self Timer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.

  • Page 64: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Application (Record) Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] • If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+”...

  • Page 65: Recording While Exposure Is Changed Automatically ([Auto Bracket])

    Application (Record) Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([Auto Bracket]) Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically. After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard. Press several times to display [Auto Bracket] Use cursor button to select compensation range and press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 66: Determining Aperture And Shutter Speed And Recording

    Application (Record) Determining aperture and shutter speed and recording [Aperture-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the range of focus (depth of field) to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value.

  • Page 67: [Shutter-Priority] Mode

    Application (Record) Determining aperture and shutter speed and recording [Shutter-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes. Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed. Set mode dial to ([Shutter-Priority] Mode) Press [EXPOSURE] button and use cursor button to determine shutter speed...

  • Page 68: [Manual Exposure] Mode

    Application (Record) Determining aperture and shutter speed and recording [Manual Exposure] Mode This mode of recording lets you set any aperture value and shutter speed when exposure adjustment prevents you from recording at the desired exposure (brightness/darkness). Set mode dial to ([Manual Exposure] Mode) •...

  • Page 69: Taking Pictures With Different Picture Effects [Creative Control] Mode

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor. Set mode dial to Press to select the effect, and press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 70: [Expressive]

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→69) [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the colour to make a pop art picture. [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.

  • Page 71: [Sepia]

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→69) [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture.

  • Page 72: [Cross Process]

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→69) [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic colour look. ■ Adjusting colour Use cursor button to adjust colouring, then press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 73: [Miniature Effect]

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→69) [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. ● The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

  • Page 74: [Soft Focus]

    Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→69) [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. ● The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

  • Page 75: Recording Panorama Pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode

    Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode You can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera towards the direction you want to take, and automatically combining the burst of pictures taken during that time. Set mode dial to Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set Use cursor button to select the picture effect and press...
  • Page 76 Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion in the selected direction to start recording • Taking pictures from left to right 2 sec. 3 sec. 1 sec.

  • Page 77: About Panorama Playback

    Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode ● The zoom position is fixed to the W end. ● The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the first picture are significantly different from those of the first picture, the Panorama picture as a whole (when all pictures are stitched together) may not have consistent focus and brightness.

  • Page 78: Taking Pictures According To The Scene [Scene Mode]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, colouring, etc.) for given scenes. Set mode dial to Use cursor button to select the scene and press [MENU/SET] ■...

  • Page 79: [Portrait]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■ Tips • The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be.

  • Page 80: [Sports]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [Sports] Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. ■ Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. ● Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. [Night Portrait] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.

  • Page 81: [Handheld Night Shot]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [Handheld Night Shot] Takes clear still pictures of night scenes with less jitter and less noise by combining a burst of still pictures. ■...

  • Page 82: [Baby]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [Baby] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. ■...

  • Page 83: [High Sens.]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [High Sens.] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] [Starry Sky] Gives starry skies and dark subjects a clear appearance.

  • Page 84: [Underwater]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [Underwater] Adjusts the colour characteristics of the camera to improve the pictures in an underwater environment. ■ About [White Balance] • You can adjust colours according to your preference by using the “White Balance fine adjustment”...

  • Page 85: [3D Photo Mode]

    Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→78) [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will play back in 2D).

  • Page 86: Registering Your Own Settings And Recording [Custom] Mode

    Application (Record) Registering your own settings and recording [Custom] Mode Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered. Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc.

  • Page 87: [Custom]

    Application (Record) Registering your own settings and recording [Custom] Mode [Custom] Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to Set mode dial to ([Custom] mode) • When set to → You can take pictures with the custom settings registered in the •...

  • Page 88: Burst Function

    Application (Record) Burst function A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully. Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu (→42) Use cursor button to select the burst setting, and press [MENU/SET] No. of Setting Speed Description pictures...
  • Page 89 Application (Record) Burst function ■ Note on the available picture size settings [Aspect Ratio] 2.5M 16:9 2.5M ● Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the setting.

  • Page 90: Recording With The Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.]

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically. ■ How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is (Face Detection)) •...

  • Page 91: Registering Face Pictures

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birth date. You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration).

  • Page 92: Editing Or Deleting Information About Registered Persons

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered people can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→42) Select [MEMORY] with cursor button and then press [MENU/ SET] Use cursor button to select people to be edited or deleted and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 93: Useful Features For Travel

    Application (Record) Useful features for travel [Travel Date] • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. Select [Travel Date] from the [Setup] menu Use cursor button to select [Travel Setup] and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 94: [World Time]

    Application (Record) Useful features for travel [World Time] • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu • Message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step Use cursor button to select [Destination] and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 95: Entering Text

    Application (Record) Entering Text Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. Use cursor button to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Text is inserted at the cursor position.

  • Page 96: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu You can perform settings such as Tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Aspect Ratio] ■ Settings: ● Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. ●...

  • Page 97: [Quality]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Quality] ■ Settings: ([Fine]): High quality, priority to picture quality ([Standard]): Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures ● The setting is fixed to , in [High Sens.] Scene Mode.

  • Page 98: [White Balance]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [White Balance] Adjust the colour depending on the light source to ensure natural colour. ■ Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (Incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in...
  • Page 99 Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ■ Setting White Balance manually ( Take a picture of a white object under the target light source to adjust colours. Select and press [MENU/SET]. Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET]. White Balance is set to •...

  • Page 100: [Af Mode]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [AF Mode] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Settings: Taking front-on Recognises faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus pictures of people accordingly.

  • Page 101: [Quick Af]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ● Focus is fixed to (1-area-focusing) in the following cases: • Scene Mode ([Starry Sky]) • [Creative Control] Mode ([Miniature Effect]) ● (1-area-focusing) if focus is difficult to align with (Spot-focusing). ● Cannot set to (Face Detection) in the following cases: •...

  • Page 102: [Face Recog.]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Face Recog.] For details (→90). [Metering Mode] You can change the position for measuring brightness when correcting exposure. ■ Settings: Brightness measurement position Conditions Normal usage (produces balanced [Multi Whole screen pictures)

  • Page 103: [Min. Shtr Speed]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Min. Shtr Speed] Sets the minimum value for the shutter speed. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. ■ Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] * [1] * If the ISO Sensitivity setting is [3200] the shutter speed becomes [1/4].

  • Page 104: [Burst]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Burst] For details (→88). [Color Mode] ■ Settings: [STANDARD] / [VIVID] * (sharper) / [Happy] * / [B&W] / [SEPIA] Except [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode only [AF Assist Lamp] Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment.

  • Page 105: [Red-Eye Removal]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Red-Eye Removal] Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ( ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● This setting will work only when [AF Mode] is (Face Detection).

  • Page 106: [Stabilizer]

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Stabilizer] Automatically detects and prevents jitter. When recording motion pictures, [Active Mode] (stabiliser for motion pictures) will automatically function. This decreases the jitter of the image when recording motion pictures while walking, etc.

  • Page 107: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Rec Format] Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. ■ Settings: [AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other [MP4] such devices.

  • Page 108: [Continuous Af]

    Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Continuous AF] Either allow the focus to be constantly adjusted during motion picture recording, or fix the focus position at the start of recording. ■...

  • Page 109: Application (View)

    Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the playback button Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] ●...

  • Page 110: [Slide Show]

    Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Use cursor button to select [Filtering] and press [MENU/SET] • If you want to change Slide Show settings without filtering, go to step .
  • Page 111 Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Set to your preferred settings and press [MENU/SET] [Effect] [NATURAL] / [SLOW] / [SWING] / [URBAN] / [OFF] (Select music and effects according to picture atmosphere) [1SEC] / [2SEC] / [3SEC] / [5SEC] [Duration] [Repeat] [ON] / [OFF]...
  • Page 112 Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ■ Operations during Slide Show The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the LCD monitor. Pause/play Previous Next Volume down Volume up Stop • If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off.

  • Page 113: [Filtering Play]

    Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Filtering Play] • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) You can refine the selection of pictures to be viewed by narrowing them down to pictures in selected categories or to favourite pictures, and then view those pictures. Select the filtering method using cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only]...

  • Page 114: [Calendar]

    Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Calendar] • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) You can search for pictures by the date they were recorded. Use cursor button to select date to playback • Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.

  • Page 115: Retouching Pictures

    Application (View) Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] You can adjust the colour and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or on the memory card.

  • Page 116: [Creative Retouch]

    Application (View) Retouching pictures ● The retouch effect may be less apparent in some still pictures. ● Some still pictures may have higher noise levels after retouching. ● It may not be possible to use [Auto Retouch] with still pictures that have already been retouched.
  • Page 117 Application (View) Retouching pictures Press to select a setting • The picture retouched with the selected effect is displayed. • When [OFF] is selected, you can restore a picture to its original condition (before retouching). Setting Effect [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the colour to make a pop art picture. [Retro] This effect gives a faded image.
  • Page 118 Application (View) Retouching pictures ■ Operation from the [Playback] menu You can also select [Creative Retouch] from [Retouch] in the [Playback] menu. ● The retouch effect may be less apparent in some still pictures. ● The image effect may appear weak compared to the effect given by the [Creative Control] Mode.

  • Page 119: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu You can edit the picture (for example, trimming), and set a protection setting in the picture. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) • The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ●...

  • Page 120: [Text Stamp]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Text Stamp] The recording date and time, texts registered by [Baby] or [Pet] Scene Mode, [Travel Date] and [Title Edit] are stamped on the still picture. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture...

  • Page 121: [Retouch]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time [Name] : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Travel Date]...

  • Page 122: [Video Divide]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when travelling.

  • Page 123: [Resize]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) ■...

  • Page 124: [Cropping]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position •...

  • Page 125: [Favorite]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Favorite] By labelling your favourite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favourite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favourites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 126: [Print Set]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility) Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 127: [Protect]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●...

  • Page 128: [Face Rec Edit]

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→42) [Face Rec Edit] Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Use cursor button to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a person and press [MENU/SET] •...

  • Page 129: [Copy]

    The following settings are not copied. Set them again after copying. - [Print Set] - [Protect] - [Favorite] ● Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. ● Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] format cannot be set. - 129 - VQT4P25...

  • Page 130: Connecting With Other Devices

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the AV cable (optional) or HDMI mini cable (optional). ● Also consult TV operating manual. Getting Ready: •...
  • Page 131 When you insert a card into the SD card slot in a television or a DVD recorder, you can play back recorded still pictures. • AVCHD motion pictures can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VIERA) displaying the AVCHD logo.

  • Page 132: Viera Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control™)

    CEC-compatible devices. Refer to your product manual to verify compatibility with VIERA Link (HDMI). ● This camera supports VIERA Link (HDMI) Version 5. This is the Panasonic standard that also supports previous Panasonic VIERA Link devices. ● Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional).
  • Page 133 Viewing on TV screen Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON]. (→51) Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI mini cable (optional) (→130) Turn on the camera and press the playback button • By holding down the playback button while the camera is turned off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode.

  • Page 134: Viewing 3D Still Pictures

    • When the [VIERA Link] setting (→51) on the camera is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA), the television automatically switches its input and the playback screen is displayed. • [3D] appears on the thumbnail of the 3D still pictures.
  • Page 135 The functions that are not operational or available for 3D still pictures: • [Setup] menu • [Playback] menu • Playback Zoom • Delete ● You can store 3D still pictures on a computer or Panasonic recorder. (→136) - 135 - VQT4P25...

  • Page 136: Keeping The Still Pictures And Motion Pictures In The Recorder

    Copying by inserting the SD card into the recorder You can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format. Check the latest information about equipment that is compatible with this camera on the following website.

  • Page 137: Keeping The Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc

    • If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognised, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ■ Computer specifications You can connect the camera to a computer that can detect a mass storage device (device that stores a large volume of data).

  • Page 138: About Supplied Software

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC About supplied software The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer before using. ■ PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE You can capture still pictures or motion pictures to your PC, or organize captured pictures by categorizing by recording date, model name of the digital camera used to record, etc.

  • Page 139: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Connect camera to computer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Use cursor button on the camera to select [PC], and press [MENU/SET] •...
  • Page 140 • Motion pictures or 3D still pictures cannot be read. ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). ● Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards.

  • Page 141: Printing

    Connect camera to printer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Use cursor button on the camera to select [PictBridge(PTP)],...

  • Page 142: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Connecting with other devices Printing ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). ● Disconnect USB connection cable after printing. ● Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards.

  • Page 143: Making Print Settings On The Camera

    Connecting with other devices Printing Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures)

  • Page 144: Printing With Date And Text

    Connecting with other devices Printing Printing with date and text ■ Printing date without [Text Stamp] ● Printing in store: Only recording date can be printed. Request date printing in store. • Making [Print Set] settings on the camera in advance allows settings for numbers of copies and date printing to be designated before giving the card to the store.

  • Page 145: Others

    By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and play back without worrying about the remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor. Insert DC coupler instead of...

  • Page 146: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays

    Others List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ■ In recording 1 Recording Mode (→21) 7 Exposure Compensation (→64) AF Tracking (→100) 2 Recording format/Recording quality (→107) AF Assist Lamp (→104) Backlight Compensation (→26) Metering Mode...
  • Page 147 Others List of LCD monitor displays ■ In recording 1 Self-timer (→63) 4 Name (→82, 91) Age in years/months (→82, 91) 2 Focus range (→56) Destination settings (→93) 3 Zoom (→56) Travel elapsed days (→93) 5 Current date/time World time (→94) •...
  • Page 148 Others List of LCD monitor displays ■ In playback 1 Playback Mode (→109) 7 Recording Mode (→21) Flash (→59) 2 Protected picture (→127) White Balance (→98) Favourites (→125) Exposure Compensation (→64) Date/text stamped display (→106, 120) ISO Sensitivity (→97) Colour Mode (→104) Aperture value/Shutter speed (→23, 66, 68)
  • Page 149 Others List of LCD monitor displays ■ In playback 1 Recording date/time World time (→94) Name (→82, 91) Age in years/months (→82, 91) Destination settings (→93) Travel elapsed days (→93) Title (→119) • The displaying is performed in the following priority order: title, travel destination, name ([Baby] / [Pet]), and name ([Face Recog.]).

  • Page 150: Message Displays

    Others Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [This memory card cannot be used] ● Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ●...
  • Page 151 → Message disappears when cable is also connected to another device. [This battery cannot be used] ● Use a genuine Panasonic battery. ● Battery cannot be recognised as terminal is dirty. → Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminal.

  • Page 152: Q&A Troubleshooting

    Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→152 - 158) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery, power The charging lamp turns off or flashes before the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 153 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Cannot use [Auto Bracket]. ● Only enough memory for 2 pictures or fewer. Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. ● ISO Sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO] – interference may appear with indoor pictures.) →...
  • Page 154 Others Q&A Troubleshooting LCD monitor Brightness is unstable. ● Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not affect recorded picture.) This symptom may also occur when the brightness changes because the zoom is operated or the camera is moved.
  • Page 155 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Playback Pictures have been rotated. ● [Rotate Disp.] is activated. (→52) Cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures. ● No pictures in built-in memory or card (pictures played from card if inserted, from built-in memory if not).
  • Page 156 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Playback (continued) Red areas in pictures appear blackened. ● When digital red-eye correction ( ) is operating, if a subject is recorded that has skin- coloured areas with red areas inside, the digital red-eye correction function may blacken the red areas.
  • Page 157 Computer does not recognise card. (When using an SDXC Memory Cards) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html → A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the card.
  • Page 158 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting. (→53) Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●...

  • Page 159: Usage Cautions And Notes

    Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 160 Others Usage cautions and notes When not using for a while ● Turn off the camera before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through over-discharge). ● Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ●...
  • Page 161 Others Usage cautions and notes Charging the battery ● The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ●...
  • Page 162 • Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
  • Page 163 HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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