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Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Product illustrations and screens may vary.
Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Product illustrations and screens may vary.
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... expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of the FCC Rules. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with ferrite core when connecting to radio communications. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE...
... expressly approved by one or more of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of the FCC Rules. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with ferrite core when connecting to radio communications. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE...
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... into contact with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into contact with your local authorities or dealer and ask for DMC-TZ3 model. 3 DMC-TZ2: 1ST DAY 10:00 MAR.15.2007 4 VQT1B61 Battery charger This battery charger operates on Disposal in other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
... into contact with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into contact with your local authorities or dealer and ask for DMC-TZ3 model. 3 DMC-TZ2: 1ST DAY 10:00 MAR.15.2007 4 VQT1B61 Battery charger This battery charger operates on Disposal in other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
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... (MACRO mode 46 61 Viewing as list (Multi playback/ Calendar playback 61 Viewing motion pictures/ pictures with audio 62 Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only 63 Connecting with other devices Others 74 Using with computer 74 Folder and file names on computer (75) 80 List of LCD monitor displays...
... (MACRO mode 46 61 Viewing as list (Multi playback/ Calendar playback 61 Viewing motion pictures/ pictures with audio 62 Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only 63 Connecting with other devices Others 74 Using with computer 74 Folder and file names on computer (75) 80 List of LCD monitor displays...
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.... (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD...51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54) Using PLAY menu 64 DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68) Printing 76 BURST (54) CONT.AF (...
.... (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD...51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54) Using PLAY menu 64 DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68) Printing 76 BURST (54) CONT.AF (...
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... (P.38) ●Auto bracket (P.38) ●White balance fine adjustment (P.50) ●Backlight compensation (P.28) ●Flash (P.36) ●MENU/SET (menu display/set) (P.18) DMC-TZ3 only 13 VQT1B61 INTELLIGENT ISO mode Take pictures according to correct mode NORMAL PICTURE mode Take pictures (P.24). MACRO mode Take close-up pictures (P.46...
... (P.38) ●Auto bracket (P.38) ●White balance fine adjustment (P.50) ●Backlight compensation (P.28) ●Flash (P.36) ●MENU/SET (menu display/set) (P.18) DMC-TZ3 only 13 VQT1B61 INTELLIGENT ISO mode Take pictures according to correct mode NORMAL PICTURE mode Take pictures (P.24). MACRO mode Take close-up pictures (P.46...
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... modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more out of your camera This camera contains a range of use such as adjusting the clock and changing the beep sounds. Making the camera more convenient to use . Applicable ...modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Using your pictures (DPOF). The 'SETUP' menu in particular contains important functions, such as white balance, sensitivity, ...
... modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more out of your camera This camera contains a range of use such as adjusting the clock and changing the beep sounds. Making the camera more convenient to use . Applicable ...modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Using your pictures (DPOF). The 'SETUP' menu in particular contains important functions, such as white balance, sensitivity, ...
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... SELECT EXIT Select this item Displays settings SETUP 2/4 AUTO REVIEW 1OSFEFC. Explanation of settings method for SETUP menu, REC menu, and PLAY menu. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Move across to 'POWER SAVE' SETUP 2/4 AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP 1SEC. 5MIN. ZOOM RESUME OFF ECONOMY OFF BEEP SELECT EXIT Press...
... SELECT EXIT Select this item Displays settings SETUP 2/4 AUTO REVIEW 1OSFEFC. Explanation of settings method for SETUP menu, REC menu, and PLAY menu. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Move across to 'POWER SAVE' SETUP 2/4 AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP 1SEC. 5MIN. ZOOM RESUME OFF ECONOMY OFF BEEP SELECT EXIT Press...
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... while slideshow is displayed, when using 'POWER LCD' or 'HIGH ANGLE' (P.34). 21 VQT1B61 Motion pictures cannot be used in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings also reflected...
... while slideshow is displayed, when using 'POWER LCD' or 'HIGH ANGLE' (P.34). 21 VQT1B61 Motion pictures cannot be used in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings also reflected...
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.... Recording picture capacity estimates (default settings) Save destination Built-in memory 12.7 MB 256 MB memory card (Example) 512 MB 1 GB Pictures (DMC-TZ3) 2 Pictures (DMC-TZ2) 3 68 135 270 81 160 320 2 GB 550 660 The number of the card. (For more details: P.92) 26 VQT1B61 Pictures...to access than cards. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. Built-in memory This means that may cause damage to 'LOCK', operations such as the recording, reading, or deleting of data)....
.... Recording picture capacity estimates (default settings) Save destination Built-in memory 12.7 MB 256 MB memory card (Example) 512 MB 1 GB Pictures (DMC-TZ3) 2 Pictures (DMC-TZ2) 3 68 135 270 81 160 320 2 GB 550 660 The number of the card. (For more details: P.92) 26 VQT1B61 Pictures...to access than cards. Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. Built-in memory This means that may cause damage to 'LOCK', operations such as the recording, reading, or deleting of data)....
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...this effect by four times further. (28-280 mm: 35 mm film camera equivalent) DMC-TZ2 Enlarge (Tele) Restore (Wide) Turn to T side Turn to W side Zoom types Type Max. It is operated - The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever is recommended...turned off 'ZOOM RESUME' (P.20) The enlargement ratio displayed in REC menu Displays digital zoom area Screen display displayed Within digital zoom area AF area becomes larger when pressing shutter button halfway 1 DMC-TZ3 only, 2 DMC-TZ2 only (Zoom ratio depends on screen is not a fault. When using more...
...this effect by four times further. (28-280 mm: 35 mm film camera equivalent) DMC-TZ2 Enlarge (Tele) Restore (Wide) Turn to T side Turn to W side Zoom types Type Max. It is operated - The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever is recommended...turned off 'ZOOM RESUME' (P.20) The enlargement ratio displayed in REC menu Displays digital zoom area Screen display displayed Within digital zoom area AF area becomes larger when pressing shutter button halfway 1 DMC-TZ3 only, 2 DMC-TZ2 only (Zoom ratio depends on screen is not a fault. When using more...
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Item BURST mode (P.54) Digital zoom (P.27) Exposure compensation/AUTO BRACKET 2 (P.38) White balance fine adjustment (P.50) AUDIO REC. (P.53) CONT.AF (P.55) ECONOMY (P.20) HIGH ANGLE (P.34) GUIDE LINE (P.33) 2 DMC-TZ3 only Press Backlight compensation (SIMPLE MODE only) 3 BACKLIGHT Prevents subjects being dark when background is on. Using flash (FORCED FLASH ON...
Item BURST mode (P.54) Digital zoom (P.27) Exposure compensation/AUTO BRACKET 2 (P.38) White balance fine adjustment (P.50) AUDIO REC. (P.53) CONT.AF (P.55) ECONOMY (P.20) HIGH ANGLE (P.34) GUIDE LINE (P.33) 2 DMC-TZ3 only Press Backlight compensation (SIMPLE MODE only) 3 BACKLIGHT Prevents subjects being dark when background is on. Using flash (FORCED FLASH ON...
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.... Guide lines Reference for exposure compensation (P.38), etc. (Display shown is displayed in orange if different to change display Histogram (DMC-TZ3 only) 3 3 LCD monitor No display Guide lines Display in PLAYBACK mode Histogram 100-0001 1/3 3RD DAY 1 month 10 days...zoom (P.31), motion picture playback (P.62), slideshow (P.64): Display on and off During multi playback, calendar playback (P.61), DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (P.64): Display cannot be changed during menu (P.17) display. 1 A(BRpaepscliioccrasdt)ions Changing recording information display Change between times of ...
.... Guide lines Reference for exposure compensation (P.38), etc. (Display shown is displayed in orange if different to change display Histogram (DMC-TZ3 only) 3 3 LCD monitor No display Guide lines Display in PLAYBACK mode Histogram 100-0001 1/3 3RD DAY 1 month 10 days...zoom (P.31), motion picture playback (P.62), slideshow (P.64): Display on and off During multi playback, calendar playback (P.61), DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (P.64): Display cannot be changed during menu (P.17) display. 1 A(BRpaepscliioccrasdt)ions Changing recording information display Change between times of ...
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... exposure compensation set , is displayed on the brightness, this may not be obtained (if difference between brightness of the screen. ( , etc) Under-exposed AUTO BRACKET (DMC-TZ3 only) Takes 3 pictures in some cases. VQT1B61 After exposure compensation, the compensation value is turned off. When 'AUTO BRACKET' is set Third picture +1EV (Brighter...
... exposure compensation set , is displayed on the brightness, this may not be obtained (if difference between brightness of the screen. ( , etc) Under-exposed AUTO BRACKET (DMC-TZ3 only) Takes 3 pictures in some cases. VQT1B61 After exposure compensation, the compensation value is turned off. When 'AUTO BRACKET' is set Third picture +1EV (Brighter...
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...'white balance fine adjustment' (P.50). Press ◄ again to release. Focus: Max. Beware of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. Angle the camera towards areas of sand and sea water. Age can be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet...: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be added after recording. Focus: Max. To change shutter speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, and select 'STARRY SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be printed from a computer using ...
...'white balance fine adjustment' (P.50). Press ◄ again to release. Focus: Max. Beware of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. Angle the camera towards areas of sand and sea water. Age can be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. W: 5 cm (0.16 feet...: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be added after recording. Focus: Max. To change shutter speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, and select 'STARRY SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be printed from a computer using ...
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... picture size and picture quality) AUDIO REC. Normally recommended) : (Center weighted: Measures entire picture evenly, with 'BURST' (P.54), 'STARRY SKY' (P.44) and 'AUTO BRACKET' (P.38, DMC-TZ3 only). 'DATE STAMP', 'RESIZE', 'TRIMMING', and 'ASPECT CONV.' Number of whole screen. QUALITY Set compression ratio for conversation or memo recording.
... picture size and picture quality) AUDIO REC. Normally recommended) : (Center weighted: Measures entire picture evenly, with 'BURST' (P.54), 'STARRY SKY' (P.44) and 'AUTO BRACKET' (P.38, DMC-TZ3 only). 'DATE STAMP', 'RESIZE', 'TRIMMING', and 'ASPECT CONV.' Number of whole screen. QUALITY Set compression ratio for conversation or memo recording.
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...continually adjusted according to movement of subject. (Increases battery consumption) Applicable modes: Settings: OFF : Not set as follows: ●DMC-TZ3 High speed: Setting fixed from first picture. T, or if suddenly moving subject in brightness (e.g. Focus is not re-adjusted during...if zoom is pressed halfway. When using self-timer: Fixed at 3 pictures 3 : DMC-TZ3 only. 4 : DMC-TZ2 only. 5 : DMC-TZ3: Becomes progressively slower. (Delayed timing depends on card type, picture size, and QUALITY.) DMC-TZ2: Depends on shutter speed and 'SENSITIVITY' settings. 2 : When using BURST while...
...continually adjusted according to movement of subject. (Increases battery consumption) Applicable modes: Settings: OFF : Not set as follows: ●DMC-TZ3 High speed: Setting fixed from first picture. T, or if suddenly moving subject in brightness (e.g. Focus is not re-adjusted during...if zoom is pressed halfway. When using self-timer: Fixed at 3 pictures 3 : DMC-TZ3 only. 4 : DMC-TZ2 only. 5 : DMC-TZ3: Becomes progressively slower. (Delayed timing depends on card type, picture size, and QUALITY.) DMC-TZ2: Depends on shutter speed and 'SENSITIVITY' settings. 2 : When using BURST while...
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...: OFF/2SEC. 12 Applications (Record) Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD) Taking clipboard pictures (clipboard recording) Set to MENU/SET Functions unavailable: BURST, D.ZOOM, AUTO BRACKET(DMC-TZ3 only), WB ADJUST, CONT.AF The settings for clipboard pictures Picture size Pictures 1M 2M 36 24 Recording capacities above are fixed. To view clipboard...
...: OFF/2SEC. 12 Applications (Record) Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD) Taking clipboard pictures (clipboard recording) Set to MENU/SET Functions unavailable: BURST, D.ZOOM, AUTO BRACKET(DMC-TZ3 only), WB ADJUST, CONT.AF The settings for clipboard pictures Picture size Pictures 1M 2M 36 24 Recording capacities above are fixed. To view clipboard...
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... make single picture from single frame when paused (go to step ) To make single picture from 9 screens. 3 Applications (View) Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only) During playback, pause at desired moment (see left for single pictures created from 9 surrounding frames Frame step: To advance by 3 frames:▲▼ To...
... make single picture from single frame when paused (go to step ) To make single picture from 9 screens. 3 Applications (View) Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only) During playback, pause at desired moment (see left for single pictures created from 9 surrounding frames Frame step: To advance by 3 frames:▲▼ To...
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... Selected pictures outlined in orange Select picture 2007.3.15 1/10 Move up Return to step if 'FAVORITE' is inserted. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) Displays 2 pictures vertically. ON ROTATE SELECT EXIT PLAY menu settings (P.18) Pictures will be displayed in memory (not clipboard) ...if no card is OFF) ALL: Play all ˒: Play pictures set as FAVORITE (P.65) (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) 64 VQT1B61 Recommended for comparing pictures. Useful for when viewing on TV screen. ROTATE SELECT SET 1/3 ALL ON '. (Go to single screen...
... Selected pictures outlined in orange Select picture 2007.3.15 1/10 Move up Return to step if 'FAVORITE' is inserted. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) Displays 2 pictures vertically. ON ROTATE SELECT EXIT PLAY menu settings (P.18) Pictures will be displayed in memory (not clipboard) ...if no card is OFF) ALL: Play all ˒: Play pictures set as FAVORITE (P.65) (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) 64 VQT1B61 Recommended for comparing pictures. Useful for when viewing on TV screen. ROTATE SELECT SET 1/3 ALL ON '. (Go to single screen...