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... on the market today. CAUTION Danger of private use may be restricted. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for the purpose of explosion if battery is located on the underside of your Camera. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE...PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); Information for choosing Panasonic! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. You have purchased. ...
... on the market today. CAUTION Danger of private use may be restricted. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for the purpose of explosion if battery is located on the underside of your Camera. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE...PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); Information for choosing Panasonic! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. You have purchased. ...
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... VENTS. -If you wish to discard this symbolInformation on Disposal in other foreign matter on AC between 110 V and 240 V. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside the European Union This symbol ... only valid in this manual are for the correct method of the U.S.A. Note Example screens displayed in the European Union. or Canada, use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other Countries outside of disposal. Rinse eyes...
... VENTS. -If you wish to discard this symbolInformation on Disposal in other foreign matter on AC between 110 V and 240 V. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside the European Union This symbol ... only valid in this manual are for the correct method of the U.S.A. Note Example screens displayed in the European Union. or Canada, use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other Countries outside of disposal. Rinse eyes...
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Set REC/PLAY switch to 6 Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the power 4 Set REC/PLAY switch to 5 Set the mode dial to . 2. Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back the pictures 1. Quick start guide 1 The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery 2 Insert the battery and the card 3 Turn on the built-in memory (P.18). Select the picture you do not use . Previous Next 5 VQT1P79 When you want to view.
Set REC/PLAY switch to 6 Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the power 4 Set REC/PLAY switch to 5 Set the mode dial to . 2. Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back the pictures 1. Quick start guide 1 The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery 2 Insert the battery and the card 3 Turn on the built-in memory (P.18). Select the picture you do not use . Previous Next 5 VQT1P79 When you want to view.
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... Accessories....... 13 Names of parts 14 • Mode dial 15 • Cursor button 15 Preparations 1 Charging battery 16 2 Inserting battery and card... 17 • Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)... 18 • Remaining battery and memory capacity 18 3 Setting the clock and language 19 4 Using menus 20 • Menu type 21...
... Accessories....... 13 Names of parts 14 • Mode dial 15 • Cursor button 15 Preparations 1 Charging battery 16 2 Inserting battery and card... 17 • Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)... 18 • Remaining battery and memory capacity 18 3 Setting the clock and language 19 4 Using menus 20 • Menu type 21...
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...When using tripod • Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact Panasonic's parts department at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.) • Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Read the tripod's instruction manual.) When transporting Switch ...with a soft, dry cloth. • Do not leave in this manual as of all packaging appropriately. Optional accessories (P.104) • Cards are as 'battery') Battery Charger DE-A45B (referred to 'Usage cautions and notes' (P.98). CD-ROM Please dispose of January 2008...
...When using tripod • Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact Panasonic's parts department at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.) • Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Read the tripod's instruction manual.) When transporting Switch ...with a soft, dry cloth. • Do not leave in this manual as of all packaging appropriately. Optional accessories (P.104) • Cards are as 'battery') Battery Charger DE-A45B (referred to 'Usage cautions and notes' (P.98). CD-ROM Please dispose of January 2008...
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Names of parts Release lever (P.17) Tripod receptacle Camera ON/OFF switch (P.19) E.ZOOM button (P.33) Shutter button (P.28) Card/Battery door (P.17) Zoom lever (P.32) Flash (P.29) Lens (P.13) Speaker (P.23) Microphone Do not block microphone with fingers. (P.52, 63, 79) LCD ... using the strap to avoid dropping the camera. REC/PLAY switch (P.28, 35) Recording Playback Q.MENU (Quick setting P.66)/ delete button (P.36) 14 VQT1P79 COMPONENT OUT socket (P.87) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) DC IN socket (P.81, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional).
Names of parts Release lever (P.17) Tripod receptacle Camera ON/OFF switch (P.19) E.ZOOM button (P.33) Shutter button (P.28) Card/Battery door (P.17) Zoom lever (P.32) Flash (P.29) Lens (P.13) Speaker (P.23) Microphone Do not block microphone with fingers. (P.52, 63, 79) LCD ... using the strap to avoid dropping the camera. REC/PLAY switch (P.28, 35) Recording Playback Q.MENU (Quick setting P.66)/ delete button (P.36) 14 VQT1P79 COMPONENT OUT socket (P.87) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) DC IN socket (P.81, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional).
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...;F)) Charger (model - Clean with any non-Panasonic "after being charged. approx. 75 [82 2] pictures if 2-minute intervals • Playback time: Approx. 360 [380 ] mins Above figures may take longer than normal if battery temperature is dirty. For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera, do not attempt to approx. 150 [165...
...;F)) Charger (model - Clean with any non-Panasonic "after being charged. approx. 75 [82 2] pictures if 2-minute intervals • Playback time: Approx. 360 [380 ] mins Above figures may take longer than normal if battery temperature is dirty. For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera, do not attempt to approx. 150 [165...
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... camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the 'OPEN' position and open the lid OPEN LOCK Status indicator To remove • To remove battery: move lever in direction of children to the 'LOCK' position. • To remove card: press down in center. Always use genuine Panasonic batteries.... (CGA-S007A) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of a MultiMediaCard is...
... camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the 'OPEN' position and open the lid OPEN LOCK Status indicator To remove • To remove battery: move lever in direction of children to the 'LOCK' position. • To remove card: press down in center. Always use genuine Panasonic batteries.... (CGA-S007A) If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of a MultiMediaCard is...
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...Do not turn off ) Recharge or replace battery (P.16). For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site ...Panasonic brand SDHC memory card recommended) • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) • SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB) Switch (LOCK) Can only be used (for still ...battery and card (Continued) Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be copied between cards and the built-in memory (P.80). It is recommended that an operation is slower than SD memory card. Compatible memory cards (sold separately) (this camera...
...Do not turn off ) Recharge or replace battery (P.16). For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site ...Panasonic brand SDHC memory card recommended) • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) • SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB) Switch (LOCK) Can only be used (for still ...battery and card (Continued) Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be copied between cards and the built-in memory (P.80). It is recommended that an operation is slower than SD memory card. Compatible memory cards (sold separately) (this camera...
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...' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. 2 While this message is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in camera for approx. 3 months even after battery is displayed Press 'MENU/SET' REC/PLAY switch To change date format • To cancel → Press . • [M/D/Y]...menu, and set to language displayed on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be improperly printed when printing pictures in digital photo center or when using 'TEXT STAMP' (P.73). Time is displayed in 24-hour format. Year can be displayed by pressing [DISPLAY] ...
...' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. 2 While this message is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in camera for approx. 3 months even after battery is displayed Press 'MENU/SET' REC/PLAY switch To change date format • To cancel → Press . • [M/D/Y]...menu, and set to language displayed on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be improperly printed when printing pictures in digital photo center or when using 'TEXT STAMP' (P.73). Time is displayed in 24-hour format. Year can be displayed by pressing [DISPLAY] ...
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... the following cases. Be sure to see from high positions. (becomes harder to see . POWER LCD : Makes screen brighter than normal (for clock setting and battery life. DESTINATION: Set the local time at home area. +1 - +3: Brighter ±0 : Standard −1 - −3: Darker LCD MODE Make LCD monitor easier to check these before...
... the following cases. Be sure to see from high positions. (becomes harder to see . POWER LCD : Makes screen brighter than normal (for clock setting and battery life. DESTINATION: Set the local time at home area. +1 - +3: Brighter ±0 : Standard −1 - −3: Darker LCD MODE Make LCD monitor easier to check these before...
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... lines.) PATTERN / : Change the patterns of destination.) (P. 72) 23 VQT1P79 Item BEEP Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. SHUTTER VOL. / / : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE / / : Change shutter tone. VOLUME Adjust volume of sound...
... lines.) PATTERN / : Change the patterns of destination.) (P. 72) 23 VQT1P79 Item BEEP Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. SHUTTER VOL. / / : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE / / : Change shutter tone. VOLUME Adjust volume of sound...
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...Settings fixed to '2 MIN.' Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFF/2MIN./ 5 MIN. /10MIN. : Automatically shut off power while not in use to save battery consumption. in 'AUTO LCD OFF' (below), '5 MIN.' AUTO REVIEW Automatically display pictures immediately after taking them. HOLD: Auto review screen remains until ..., CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/printer, during motion picture recording/playback, during flash battery charging. • To restore → Press any button. AUTO LCD OFF OFF /15SEC./30SEC. : LCD monitor is shut off if...
...Settings fixed to '2 MIN.' Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFF/2MIN./ 5 MIN. /10MIN. : Automatically shut off power while not in use to save battery consumption. in 'AUTO LCD OFF' (below), '5 MIN.' AUTO REVIEW Automatically display pictures immediately after taking them. HOLD: Auto review screen remains until ..., CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/printer, during motion picture recording/playback, during flash battery charging. • To restore → Press any button. AUTO LCD OFF OFF /15SEC./30SEC. : LCD monitor is shut off if...
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...DMC-TZ4P. Item FORMAT Use when 'BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR' or 'MEMORY CARD ERROR' appears. YES/NO Settings, notes • This requires a sufficiently charged battery (P.16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Only inserted card will be deleted. (P.79) • Do not turn off power or perform ... cannot be outputted to TV. 27 VQT1P79 MOVE DEMO.: (Only during demo. • Use the movement detection demo with objects with this camera. • All picture data including protected pictures will be performed during recording) Extent of jitter and of functions. JITTER, SUBJ.
...DMC-TZ4P. Item FORMAT Use when 'BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR' or 'MEMORY CARD ERROR' appears. YES/NO Settings, notes • This requires a sufficiently charged battery (P.16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Only inserted card will be deleted. (P.79) • Do not turn off power or perform ... cannot be outputted to TV. 27 VQT1P79 MOVE DEMO.: (Only during demo. • Use the movement detection demo with objects with this camera. • All picture data including protected pictures will be performed during recording) Extent of jitter and of functions. JITTER, SUBJ.
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... 'DELETE ALL' when 'FAVORITE' is set mode dial to delete displayed picture 3 Select 'YES' DELETE DELETE SINGLE DISPLAY YES NO DELETE MULTI Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (DMW- YES NO CANCEL SELECT SET • To cancel → press 'MENU/SET'. • May take time depending on number of...
... 'DELETE ALL' when 'FAVORITE' is set mode dial to delete displayed picture 3 Select 'YES' DELETE DELETE SINGLE DISPLAY YES NO DELETE MULTI Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adaptor (DMW- YES NO CANCEL SELECT SET • To cancel → press 'MENU/SET'. • May take time depending on number of...
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... using 'AUTO LCD OFF' (P.24), LCD monitor is shut off while flash is changed when changing recording mode. Edges of picture may take time if battery is pressed halfway. Flash charging may become slightly dark if using flash at short distances without using zoom (close distances (i.e. W). Available types in SCENE MODE...
... using 'AUTO LCD OFF' (P.24), LCD monitor is shut off while flash is changed when changing recording mode. Edges of picture may take time if battery is pressed halfway. Flash charging may become slightly dark if using flash at short distances without using zoom (close distances (i.e. W). Available types in SCENE MODE...
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... AF: OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • 'AF MODE' default setting is (face detection). • Beware of sand and sea water. • Battery life is redisplayed afterwards) Take clear pictures of the sky and the sea without darkening subject. STARRY SKY Press shutter button. 15 Countdown begins CANCEL...Tips • Set longer shutter speeds for darker conditions. • Always use a tripod. • Self-timer recommended. • Do not move the camera until the countdown (above) has ended. (Countdown for processing is reduced in the night sky. STARRY SKY SHUTTER SPEED 15 SEC. 30 SEC. 60 ...
... AF: OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • 'AF MODE' default setting is (face detection). • Beware of sand and sea water. • Battery life is redisplayed afterwards) Take clear pictures of the sky and the sea without darkening subject. STARRY SKY Press shutter button. 15 Countdown begins CANCEL...Tips • Set longer shutter speeds for darker conditions. • Always use a tripod. • Self-timer recommended. • Do not move the camera until the countdown (above) has ended. (Countdown for processing is reduced in the night sky. STARRY SKY SHUTTER SPEED 15 SEC. 30 SEC. 60 ...
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...FOOD', 'STARRY SKY', 'FIREWORKS', 'AERIAL PHOTO', 'UNDERWATER' scene modes, (MOTION PICTURE mode) If the camera detects subjects other than a person as pets • When digital zoom is used CONTINUOUS AF Focus is continually aligned according to movement of picture. (Recommended for focus 1-area-focusing... battery consumption) Set-up: Mode dial → Press 'MENU/SET' → Select 'CONTINUOUS AF' (P.20) Settings: OFF /ON ( displayed on smaller, limited area. Use or if focus is pressed halfway. 60 VQT1P79 T, or if suddenly moving closer to max. When using digital ...
...FOOD', 'STARRY SKY', 'FIREWORKS', 'AERIAL PHOTO', 'UNDERWATER' scene modes, (MOTION PICTURE mode) If the camera detects subjects other than a person as pets • When digital zoom is used CONTINUOUS AF Focus is continually aligned according to movement of picture. (Recommended for focus 1-area-focusing... battery consumption) Set-up: Mode dial → Press 'MENU/SET' → Select 'CONTINUOUS AF' (P.20) Settings: OFF /ON ( displayed on smaller, limited area. Use or if focus is pressed halfway. 60 VQT1P79 T, or if suddenly moving closer to max. When using digital ...
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..., play, print, and e-mail your pictures. Cancel communication via your computer to faulty operation.) SELECT SET (A message may be displayed on the camera Hold here ACCESS (sending data) • Do not disconnect the USB connection cable while 'ACCESS' is connected to the AC adaptor (DMW- ...) is set mode dial to any other devices Using with your PC Connect the camera to your computer immediately (recharge the battery before inserting or removing memory cards. If using AC adaptor, turn off camera power → disconnect AC adaptor Do not use any except Built-in the Windows...
..., play, print, and e-mail your pictures. Cancel communication via your computer to faulty operation.) SELECT SET (A message may be displayed on the camera Hold here ACCESS (sending data) • Do not disconnect the USB connection cable while 'ACCESS' is connected to the AC adaptor (DMW- ...) is set mode dial to any other devices Using with your PC Connect the camera to your computer immediately (recharge the battery before inserting or removing memory cards. If using AC adaptor, turn off camera power → disconnect AC adaptor Do not use any except Built-in the Windows...
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... SELECT PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE OFF NUM. OF PRINTS PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT CANCEL SELECT SET USB connection cable (always use a sufficiently-charged battery.) • Card :Insert card Built-in or removing. Turn off camera power before inserting or removing memory cards. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable (recharge the...
... SELECT PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE OFF NUM. OF PRINTS PAPER SIZE PAGE LAYOUT CANCEL SELECT SET USB connection cable (always use a sufficiently-charged battery.) • Card :Insert card Built-in or removing. Turn off camera power before inserting or removing memory cards. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable (recharge the...