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Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1M59 DMC-FS20 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1M59 DMC-FS20 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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... market today. Be sure to retain this battery. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Carefully observe copyright laws. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of your family years... of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other than your convenient Camera information source. Model No. The serial number is recyclable powers the product you and your Camera. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Used properly, we're sure it will bring you have ...
... market today. Be sure to retain this battery. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Carefully observe copyright laws. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of your family years... of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other than your convenient Camera information source. Model No. The serial number is recyclable powers the product you and your Camera. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Used properly, we're sure it will bring you have ...
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...injury may result. • Be particularly careful in your pants pocket when you do not leave the camera in the following places as when using it for Use". (P91) 5 VQT1M59 Damage to wipe the camera body carefully. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when... battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping it into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • If water or seawater splashes on the...
...injury may result. • Be particularly careful in your pants pocket when you do not leave the camera in the following places as when using it for Use". (P91) 5 VQT1M59 Damage to wipe the camera body carefully. ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when... battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping it into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • If water or seawater splashes on the...
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... center of the composition of the picture you want to take 31 • Preventing jitter (camera shake)....... 31 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 32 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/ Using the Digital Zoom 32 • Using the Easy zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34...
... center of the composition of the picture you want to take 31 • Preventing jitter (camera shake)....... 31 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 32 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/ Using the Digital Zoom 32 • Using the Easy zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34...
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...> [SENSITIVITY 61 • = [WHITE BALANCE 62 • AF [AF MODE 63 • [QUICK AF 64 • ˜ [BURST 64 • ) [DIGITAL ZOOM 65 • H [COLOR MODE 65 • [STABILIZER 66 • F [AF ASSIST LAMP 66 • U [CLOCK SET 66 Advanced (Playback) Playing Back...will not work under some conditions 96 Troubleshooting 98 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 104 Specifications 107 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 110 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 111 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 112 Limited Warranty (For...
...> [SENSITIVITY 61 • = [WHITE BALANCE 62 • AF [AF MODE 63 • [QUICK AF 64 • ˜ [BURST 64 • ) [DIGITAL ZOOM 65 • H [COLOR MODE 65 • [STABILIZER 66 • F [AF ASSIST LAMP 66 • U [CLOCK SET 66 Advanced (Playback) Playing Back...will not work under some conditions 96 Troubleshooting 98 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 104 Specifications 107 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 110 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 111 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 112 Limited Warranty (For...
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... do not use the card, you want to the pages indicated in brackets. 1 Charge the battery. (P12) • The battery is not charged when the camera is an overview of how to record and play back pictures on the built-in memory. (P15) Refer to P15 when you use a card. 3 Turn... the camera on to take pictures. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!]. 2 Press the shutter button to take pictures. (P27) OFF ON 4 Play back the...
... do not use the card, you want to the pages indicated in brackets. 1 Charge the battery. (P12) • The battery is not charged when the camera is an overview of how to record and play back pictures on the built-in memory. (P15) Refer to P15 when you use a card. 3 Turn... the camera on to take pictures. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!]. 2 Press the shutter button to take pictures. (P27) OFF ON 4 Play back the...
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You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using the camera. 1 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery in the text) 2 Battery Charger (Indicated as charger in the text) 3 USB Connection ...LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using a card. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • If any accessories are indicated as card in Canada should contact Panasonic...
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using the camera. 1 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery in the text) 2 Battery Charger (Indicated as charger in the text) 3 USB Connection ...LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using a card. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • If any accessories are indicated as card in Canada should contact Panasonic...
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... 14 15 16 17 18 Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using the 18 camera to ensure that you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) is connected to it . 19... 19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P83, 85, 89) 20 21 [DC IN] socket (P83, 85) 21 • ...
... 14 15 16 17 18 Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using the 18 camera to ensure that you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) is connected to it . 19... 19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P83, 85, 89) 20 21 [DC IN] socket (P83, 85) 21 • ...
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... charging time will reduce its operating duration and cause the battery to swell up while the battery is excessively high or low. The camera also becomes warm during and after charging is completed. ∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes • The battery temperature is ... be longer than normal. Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off (after approx. 120 min maximum). ̌̕˃ 3 Detach the battery after charging....
... charging time will reduce its operating duration and cause the battery to swell up while the battery is excessively high or low. The camera also becomes warm during and after charging is completed. ∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes • The battery temperature is ... be longer than normal. Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off (after approx. 120 min maximum). ̌̕˃ 3 Detach the battery after charging....
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...indication The battery indication is displayed on the operating conditions and storing condition of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • ... recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to Wide or vice versa in every recording. • Turning the camera off .) Recharge the battery or replace it until the temperature of the battery decreases. ¢ The number of the battery may be...
...indication The battery indication is displayed on the operating conditions and storing condition of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • ... recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to Wide or vice versa in every recording. • Turning the camera off .) Recharge the battery or replace it until the temperature of the battery decreases. ¢ The number of the battery may be...
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... indication¢) ¢ The access indication lights red when pictures are indicated as a temporary storage device when the card being recorded on the camera may be lost.) About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following types of the arrow. • If the card/battery door cannot be...than the access time for a card. Card The following operations can be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Store the removed battery in the battery carrying case (supplied). • Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator...
... indication¢) ¢ The access indication lights red when pictures are indicated as a temporary storage device when the card being recorded on the camera may be lost.) About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following types of the arrow. • If the card/battery door cannot be...than the access time for a card. Card The following operations can be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Store the removed battery in the battery carrying case (supplied). • Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator...
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... AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; Furthermore, do not subject the camera to prevent swallowing. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P24) • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to vibration or impact. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.)... Note • Do not turn this switch is set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on the following website. We recommend storing important data on a PC...
... AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; Furthermore, do not subject the camera to prevent swallowing. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P24) • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to vibration or impact. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.)... Note • Do not turn this switch is set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on the following website. We recommend storing important data on a PC...
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... for more than 24 hours, charging of the built-in battery for the clock is completed so the clock setting will be stored (in the camera) for at the travel destination (P58) ,: Cancel without setting the clock. 4 Press [MENU/SET] to set. • After completing the clock settings, turn the... camera back on the screen of time that the clock setting is not displayed on , switch to recording mode, and check that the display reflects the ...
... for more than 24 hours, charging of the built-in battery for the clock is completed so the clock setting will be stored (in the camera) for at the travel destination (P58) ,: Cancel without setting the clock. 4 Press [MENU/SET] to set. • After completing the clock settings, turn the... camera back on the screen of time that the clock setting is not displayed on , switch to recording mode, and check that the display reflects the ...
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...settings of this menu before proceeding to P96. 18 VQT1M59 For details, refer to use it more fun with the camera and use the camera. Preparation Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to set some of the functions or some functions may not be set from either...This menu lets you set the coloring, sensitivity, aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the conditions under some conditions Due to the camera's specifications, it may not work in some important settings relating to 82) • This menu lets you make it easier for taking pictures and ...
...settings of this menu before proceeding to P96. 18 VQT1M59 For details, refer to use it more fun with the camera and use the camera. Preparation Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to set some of the functions or some functions may not be set from either...This menu lets you set the coloring, sensitivity, aspect ratio, number of pixels and other aspects of the conditions under some conditions Due to the camera's specifications, it may not work in some important settings relating to 82) • This menu lets you make it easier for taking pictures and ...
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... select the normal picture mode settings, and the same setting can switch menu screens from [Ø] to [š] in the normal picture mode 1 Turn the camera on.
... select the normal picture mode settings, and the same setting can switch menu screens from [Ø] to [š] in the normal picture mode 1 Turn the camera on.
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... and the return date of the vacation. [OFF]/[SET] • Refer to have the recording information displayed when the guide lines are holding the camera high above your hand or another object to see because of light from actuality on the LCD monitor. shining on how bright it , use your...• The number of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures outdoors. Å [HIGH ANGLE]: The LCD monitor is also canceled if you connect the camera to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Auto Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode and High angle mode. LCD [LCD MODE] [OFF] „...
... and the return date of the vacation. [OFF]/[SET] • Refer to have the recording information displayed when the guide lines are holding the camera high above your hand or another object to see because of light from actuality on the LCD monitor. shining on how bright it , use your...• The number of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures outdoors. Å [HIGH ANGLE]: The LCD monitor is also canceled if you connect the camera to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Auto Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode and High angle mode. LCD [LCD MODE] [OFF] „...
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... automatically turned off . Select [YES] to cancel [POWER SAVE]. • [POWER SAVE] is turned off if the camera has not been used for the folder number will hear the sound of the buttons is pressed. [ZOOM]: The picture is displayed for 1 second and ... the battery life by setting these menus. w [RESET] The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are displayed until one any button to turn the camera off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.] [AUTO LCD OFF]: When taking it. A reset screen for...
... automatically turned off . Select [YES] to cancel [POWER SAVE]. • [POWER SAVE] is turned off if the camera has not been used for the folder number will hear the sound of the buttons is pressed. [ZOOM]: The picture is displayed for 1 second and ... the battery life by setting these menus. w [RESET] The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are displayed until one any button to turn the camera off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.] [AUTO LCD OFF]: When taking it. A reset screen for...
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...the USB connection cable (supplied). x [USB MODE] y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is formatted. Preparation - Select the USB communication system after or before connecting to a PC. • ...When [PC] is selected, the camera is connected via the "USB Mass Storage" communication system. • When [PictBridge(PTP)] is selected, the camera is connected via the "PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)" communication system. | [VIDEO OUT] ...
...the USB connection cable (supplied). x [USB MODE] y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is formatted. Preparation - Select the USB communication system after or before connecting to a PC. • ...When [PC] is selected, the camera is connected via the "USB Mass Storage" communication system. • When [PictBridge(PTP)] is selected, the camera is connected via the "PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)" communication system. | [VIDEO OUT] ...
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...has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on DMC-FS20P • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to display the camera's features or [JITTER, SUBJ. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card has been inserted, ...call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com Set the language displayed on the screen. ~ [LANGUAGE] [ENGLISH]/[DEUTSCH]/[FRANÇ...
...has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on DMC-FS20P • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to display the camera's features or [JITTER, SUBJ. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card has been inserted, ...call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com Set the language displayed on the screen. ~ [LANGUAGE] [ENGLISH]/[DEUTSCH]/[FRANÇ...
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... to select the mode. Normal picture mode (P30) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ! Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which enables you to take pictures that match the... are recorded using your own settings. % Scene mode1/Scene mode2 (P47) & This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. 1 Turn the camera on.
... to select the mode. Normal picture mode (P30) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ! Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which enables you to take pictures that match the... are recorded using your own settings. % Scene mode1/Scene mode2 (P47) & This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. 1 Turn the camera on.