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DMC-FP8 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo P VQT2G37 You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
DMC-FP8 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo P VQT2G37 You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
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...powers the product you have purchased one of units. 2 VQT2G37 (ENG) Even for information on how to recycle this manual as your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in the information on the market today. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for the... BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Dear Customer, Thank you for purposes other published or broadcast material for choosing Panasonic! Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...
...powers the product you have purchased one of units. 2 VQT2G37 (ENG) Even for information on how to recycle this manual as your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in the information on the market today. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for the... BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Dear Customer, Thank you for purposes other published or broadcast material for choosing Panasonic! Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...
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...∫ Cautions for a long period of time with the same or equivalent type recommended by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • ... connecting to direct sunlight for Use • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic component cable (DMW-HDC2; Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; CAUTION Danger of explosion if ...
...∫ Cautions for a long period of time with the same or equivalent type recommended by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • ... connecting to direct sunlight for Use • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic component cable (DMW-HDC2; Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; CAUTION Danger of explosion if ...
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...• You can use a dry cloth to the following website. If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service center. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is English only.) • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children... to prevent swallowing. -If you wish to discard this unit to malfunction. - http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ 4 4 (This Site is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes.
...• You can use a dry cloth to the following website. If the unit does not operate normally, please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or the repair service center. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is English only.) • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children... to prevent swallowing. -If you wish to discard this unit to malfunction. - http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ 4 4 (This Site is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes.
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... picture 21 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures 21 Others Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format 22 Specifications...23 Digital Camera Accessory System 26 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form 27 Request for Service Notice 28 Limited Warranty...29 Customer Services Directory 31 6 VQT2G37 (ENG)
... picture 21 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures 21 Others Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format 22 Specifications...23 Digital Camera Accessory System 26 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form 27 Request for Service Notice 28 Limited Warranty...29 Customer Services Directory 31 6 VQT2G37 (ENG)
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...Instructions 7 Hand Strap 8 Battery Case K1HA08AD0001 K1HA08CD0027 5 6 • SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are lost, customers should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the ...Cable 4 AV Cable DMW-BCF10PP DE-A59B 3 4 5 CD-ROM • Software: Use it to install the software to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". • If any accessories are indicated as of July 2009. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in ...
...Instructions 7 Hand Strap 8 Battery Case K1HA08AD0001 K1HA08CD0027 5 6 • SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are lost, customers should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the ...Cable 4 AV Cable DMW-BCF10PP DE-A59B 3 4 5 CD-ROM • Software: Use it to install the software to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". • If any accessories are indicated as of July 2009. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in ...
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...a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to attach the hand strap when using an .../Battery door 24 Release lever 22 23 24 9 (ENG) VQT2G37 13 Camera ON/OFF switch 14 Zoom lever 15 Intelligent auto button 16 Microphone 17 ...socket 19 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 20 [DC IN] socket • Always use a battery with the AC adaptor. 20 • This camera cannot charge the battery... even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). 21 18 19 • When using the camera to ensure that you will...
...a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to attach the hand strap when using an .../Battery door 24 Release lever 22 23 24 9 (ENG) VQT2G37 13 Camera ON/OFF switch 14 Zoom lever 15 Intelligent auto button 16 Microphone 17 ...socket 19 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 20 [DC IN] socket • Always use a battery with the AC adaptor. 20 • This camera cannot charge the battery... even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). 21 18 19 • When using the camera to ensure that you will...
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... result of use with this function. Please be used we are not genuine Panasonic products. • The battery is not charged when the camera is completed. 10 VQT2G37 (ENG) It has been found that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is DMW-BCF10PP. Connect the charger to 95 oF). (The... battery temperature should also be used with this function cannot be used . • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The camera has a function for use of the ...
... result of use with this function. Please be used we are not genuine Panasonic products. • The battery is not charged when the camera is completed. 10 VQT2G37 (ENG) It has been found that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is DMW-BCF10PP. Connect the charger to 95 oF). (The... battery temperature should also be used with this function cannot be used . • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The camera has a function for use of the ...
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..., a fire and/or electric shocks may have expired. The charging time may occur.) • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after charging. The number of recordable pictures decreases in hot/cold environments or a battery that the battery charge be...is completed, be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may vary depending on .¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after being charged. • The battery ...
..., a fire and/or electric shocks may have expired. The charging time may occur.) • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after charging. The number of recordable pictures decreases in hot/cold environments or a battery that the battery charge be...is completed, be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may vary depending on .¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after being charged. • The battery ...
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... the display reflects the settings that were performed. • When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to set. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera back on . • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] Mode.) A [MENU/SET] button B ...Cursor buttons Press [MENU/SET]. Then turn the camera off. Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery...
... the display reflects the settings that were performed. • When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to set. • After completing the clock settings, turn the camera back on . • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] Mode.) A [MENU/SET] button B ...Cursor buttons Press [MENU/SET]. Then turn the camera off. Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery...
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... menu. • You can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Press 3/4 to [š] in the Normal Picture Mode Turn the camera on. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever. 14 VQT2G37 (ENG) A [MENU/SET] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch C [MODE... switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. • When selecting the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu settings, set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and proceed to the camera's clock and power. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to step 4.
... menu. • You can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Press 3/4 to [š] in the Normal Picture Mode Turn the camera on. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever. 14 VQT2G37 (ENG) A [MENU/SET] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch C [MODE... switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. • When selecting the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu settings, set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and proceed to the camera's clock and power. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to step 4.
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...; List of [REC] Modes ! Press 3/4 to [!]. Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ∫ To select a [REC] modes from the [REC] modes list Turn the camera on. Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] Mode is selected, the... camera can be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the Scene Mode which the optimal settings are established ...
...; List of [REC] Modes ! Press 3/4 to [!]. Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ∫ To select a [REC] modes from the [REC] modes list Turn the camera on. Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] Mode is selected, the... camera can be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the Scene Mode which the optimal settings are established ...
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...)/30 cm (0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶. Basic [REC] Mode: ñ Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this unit gently with both hands, keep your... which is displayed around the subject's face by the face detection function. Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/ Quick AF/ [I.EXPOSURE]/Digital Red-eye Correction/Backlight Compensation • The keypad light 3 lights when you back to the previous mode.
...)/30 cm (0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶. Basic [REC] Mode: ñ Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this unit gently with both hands, keep your... which is displayed around the subject's face by the face detection function. Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/ Quick AF/ [I.EXPOSURE]/Digital Red-eye Correction/Backlight Compensation • The keypad light 3 lights when you back to the previous mode.
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...focus to the specified subject. optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are set. • When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person's face, and it moves. 1 Press 3. • [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is... being formatted]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again. The card or the data on the card may no longer operate normally. Basic ...
...focus to the specified subject. optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are set. • When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person's face, and it moves. 1 Press 3. • [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is... being formatted]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again. The card or the data on the card may no longer operate normally. Basic ...
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...REC] menu. Focusing Aim the AF area at the point you want to take pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal Picture Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to ¶. A Focus When the subject is When the subject focused is not focused ... On B AF area White>Green Blinks White>Red C Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is 30 cm (0.99 feet) to the brightness of the subject. C [MENU/SET] button Aim the AF area at the subject...
...REC] menu. Focusing Aim the AF area at the point you want to take pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal Picture Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to ¶. A Focus When the subject is When the subject focused is not focused ... On B AF area White>Green Blinks White>Red C Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is 30 cm (0.99 feet) to the brightness of the subject. C [MENU/SET] button Aim the AF area at the subject...
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... by one. Press 2/1 to play back the picture. • If you keep pressing 2/1, the number of pictures forwarded/rewound increases. 20 VQT2G37 (ENG) When the camera is set automatically in the following cases. - Release 2/1 when the number of the desired picture appears to select the picture. 2: Play back the previous picture...
... by one. Press 2/1 to play back the picture. • If you keep pressing 2/1, the number of pictures forwarded/rewound increases. 20 VQT2G37 (ENG) When the camera is set automatically in the following cases. - Release 2/1 when the number of the desired picture appears to select the picture. 2: Play back the previous picture...
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.... 15 to ¶ Scene mode: There may be differences in the above settings. Others Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 5.1 V 1.1 W (When recording) 0.6 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels: Image sensor: Lens: Digital zoom: Extra optical zoom: Focus: Focus range: Shutter system: Motion picture recording: 12,100,000...
.... 15 to ¶ Scene mode: There may be differences in the above settings. Others Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 5.1 V 1.1 W (When recording) 0.6 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels: Image sensor: Lens: Digital zoom: Extra optical zoom: Focus: Focus range: Shutter system: Motion picture recording: 12,100,000...
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... using a Card)/ 640k480 pixels (Only when using a Card)/ 320k240 pixels Fine/Standard JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.21" standard)/DPOF corresponding JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.21" standard)r"QuickTime" (pictures with audio) "QuickTime Motion JPEG" (motion pictures with...
... using a Card)/ 640k480 pixels (Only when using a Card)/ 320k240 pixels Fine/Standard JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.21" standard)/DPOF corresponding JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.21" standard)r"QuickTime" (pictures with audio) "QuickTime Motion JPEG" (motion pictures with...
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Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# Illustration Description DMW-BCF10PP Battery Pack DMW-AC5PP AC Adaptor DMW-HDC2 Component Cable RP-SDW32GU1K RP-SDW16GU1K RP-SDW08GU1K RP-SDW04GU1K ...
Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# Illustration Description DMW-BCF10PP Battery Pack DMW-AC5PP AC Adaptor DMW-HDC2 Component Cable RP-SDW32GU1K RP-SDW16GU1K RP-SDW08GU1K RP-SDW04GU1K ...
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...Street Address City Last State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ...ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 27 (ENG) VQT2G37 Digital Camera Model # 2. Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Items ...
...Street Address City Last State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ...ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 27 (ENG) VQT2G37 Digital Camera Model # 2. Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Items ...