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All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link, AVCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to : lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1Z82-1 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. 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 For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to DMC-ZS3 only. DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link, AVCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to : lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1Z82-1 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. 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 For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to DMC-ZS3 only. DMC-ZS3 DMC-ZS1 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
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... be restricted. • Please note that is on the tag located on the market today. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for information on the bottom of units. Be sure to recycle this manual... Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. Carefully observe copyright laws. of your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED ...
... be restricted. • Please note that is on the tag located on the market today. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for choosing Panasonic! Used properly, we're sure it will bring you for information on the bottom of units. Be sure to recycle this manual... Logo and the High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. Carefully observe copyright laws. of your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED ...
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Set REC/PLAY switch to view. Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. When you do not use . Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Turn on the power Set REC/PLAY switch to Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.16). Previous Next 5 VQT1Z82 Select the picture you can record or play back the pictures 1. Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you want to . 2.
Set REC/PLAY switch to view. Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. When you do not use . Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Turn on the power Set REC/PLAY switch to Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.16). Previous Next 5 VQT1Z82 Select the picture you can record or play back the pictures 1. Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you want to . 2.
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Record, view, save those Record P.28 Taking picture with automatic settings ● Camera automatically detects the scene 'INTELLIGENT AUTO' Mode (P.32) ● Automatically adjusts the optimum focus and brightness settings based on the movement of the subject 'AF ...
Record, view, save those Record P.28 Taking picture with automatic settings ● Camera automatically detects the scene 'INTELLIGENT AUTO' Mode (P.32) ● Automatically adjusts the optimum focus and brightness settings based on the movement of the subject 'AF ...
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... operation 30 Holding the camera/Direction detection function ...31 Mode dial 31 Taking picture with automatic settings... 32 8 VQT1Z82 Face Detection and Face Recognition ........34 AF TRACKING 34 Taking pictures with your own settings ... 35 Align focus for desired composition 36 Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom... 37 DIGITAL ZOOM 39 Viewing...
... operation 30 Holding the camera/Direction detection function ...31 Mode dial 31 Taking picture with automatic settings... 32 8 VQT1Z82 Face Detection and Face Recognition ........34 AF TRACKING 34 Taking pictures with your own settings ... 35 Align focus for desired composition 36 Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom... 37 DIGITAL ZOOM 39 Viewing...
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...playback 113 Message displays 114 Q&A Troubleshooting 116 Usage cautions and notes 122 Recording picture/time capacity.......... 124 Specifications 128 Optional accessories 132 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) ... 133 Request for travel 67 TRAVEL DATE 67 WORLD TIME 68 Using...RATIO/ INTELLIGENT ISO 70 SENSITIVITY 71 WHITE BALANCE 72 FACE RECOG. / AF MODE .....73 PRE AF/ METERING MODE 75 I.EXPOSURE/ BURST 76 DIGITAL ZOOM/ COLOR MODE/ STABILIZER 77 MIN. SHTR SPEED/ AUDIO REC/ AF ASSIST LAMP 78 CLOCK SET/ REC MODE ........79 REC QUALITY/ ...
...playback 113 Message displays 114 Q&A Troubleshooting 116 Usage cautions and notes 122 Recording picture/time capacity.......... 124 Specifications 128 Optional accessories 132 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) ... 133 Request for travel 67 TRAVEL DATE 67 WORLD TIME 68 Using...RATIO/ INTELLIGENT ISO 70 SENSITIVITY 71 WHITE BALANCE 72 FACE RECOG. / AF MODE .....73 PRE AF/ METERING MODE 75 I.EXPOSURE/ BURST 76 DIGITAL ZOOM/ COLOR MODE/ STABILIZER 77 MIN. SHTR SPEED/ AUDIO REC/ AF ASSIST LAMP 78 CLOCK SET/ REC MODE ........79 REC QUALITY/ ...
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...than 99.99% effective pixels with camera or card. The LCD monitor screen has more than the supplied hand strap from the camera can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with a soft, dry cloth. Grip area 10 VQT1Z82 Panasonic will not provide compensation for about two... hours to allow camera to adjust to conditions. • If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with seawater, etc.) • Avoid exposing ...
...than 99.99% effective pixels with camera or card. The LCD monitor screen has more than the supplied hand strap from the camera can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with a soft, dry cloth. Grip area 10 VQT1Z82 Panasonic will not provide compensation for about two... hours to allow camera to adjust to conditions. • If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with seawater, etc.) • Avoid exposing ...
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...memory when you are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.) • Ensure that the tripod is dirty (fingerprints, etc...appropriately. Please dispose of February 2009 Battery Pack DMW-BCG10PP • Charge the battery before use it. Camera ON/OFF switch Part numbers are optional. When using tripod • Do not apply excessive force or... • Do not leave in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 11 VQT1Z82
...memory when you are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.) • Ensure that the tripod is dirty (fingerprints, etc...appropriately. Please dispose of February 2009 Battery Pack DMW-BCG10PP • Charge the battery before use it. Camera ON/OFF switch Part numbers are optional. When using tripod • Do not apply excessive force or... • Do not leave in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 11 VQT1Z82
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The descriptions in the DMC-ZS1 is used. Names of parts Mode dial ( P.29, P.31) Release lever (P.15) Shutter button ( P.28, P.30) Camera ON/OFF switch (P.17) Tripod receptacle Zoom lever (P.37) STEREO MIC 1 ( P.61 ( 64), 78, 97) Flash ( P.29, P.31) Self-...setting P.20)/ delete button (P.41) HDMI socket 2 (P.108, 109) AV/DIGITAL/MULTI socket (P.101, 103, 104, 107) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). • Do not use any other adaptors except a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor (DMW-MCA1; Motion picture button 4 (P.61) Cursor button...
The descriptions in the DMC-ZS1 is used. Names of parts Mode dial ( P.29, P.31) Release lever (P.15) Shutter button ( P.28, P.30) Camera ON/OFF switch (P.17) Tripod receptacle Zoom lever (P.37) STEREO MIC 1 ( P.61 ( 64), 78, 97) Flash ( P.29, P.31) Self-...setting P.20)/ delete button (P.41) HDMI socket 2 (P.108, 109) AV/DIGITAL/MULTI socket (P.101, 103, 104, 107) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). • Do not use any other adaptors except a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor (DMW-MCA1; Motion picture button 4 (P.61) Cursor button...
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It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to charger (Ensure 'LUMIX' faces outwards.) Indoor electrical outlet (charge at room temperature of 10 °C - 35 °C (50 °F - 95 °F)) • Do ... accident or failure occurring as clips. (Can cause fire) Charger (model - Damage resulting from the use of non-Panasonic batteries is not covered under the warranty. • This camera has a function identifying batteries that can be used, and this unit is compatible with the dedicated battery (DMW-BCG10PP...
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to charger (Ensure 'LUMIX' faces outwards.) Indoor electrical outlet (charge at room temperature of 10 °C - 35 °C (50 °F - 95 °F)) • Do ... accident or failure occurring as clips. (Can cause fire) Charger (model - Damage resulting from the use of non-Panasonic batteries is not covered under the warranty. • This camera has a function identifying batteries that can be used, and this unit is compatible with the dedicated battery (DMW-BCG10PP...
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... lifespan. For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera with dry cloth. • Keep at 1-800-822-8837 for information. 14 VQT1Z82 When charging: • Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with any non-Panasonic "after-market" brand battery. by CIPA standard CIPA is... if intervals longer - Do not use . POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE Mode) • Full flash used for every other picture • Using Panasonic SD memory card (32 MB) • Zoom operation for long periods of recordable on actual usage). Battery will be warm during charging and for 2-...
... lifespan. For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera with dry cloth. • Keep at 1-800-822-8837 for information. 14 VQT1Z82 When charging: • Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with any non-Panasonic "after-market" brand battery. by CIPA standard CIPA is... if intervals longer - Do not use . POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE Mode) • Full flash used for every other picture • Using Panasonic SD memory card (32 MB) • Zoom operation for long periods of recordable on actual usage). Battery will be warm during charging and for 2-...
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...the Memory Card out of reach of this product. To remove • To remove battery: move lever in center. If you use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10PP). Always use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of children to the 'LOCK' position. When a MultiMediaCard is ...used, the performance of a MultiMediaCard is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged). The reading/writing speed of certain features may be slightly slower than an...
...the Memory Card out of reach of this product. To remove • To remove battery: move lever in center. If you use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10PP). Always use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of children to the 'LOCK' position. When a MultiMediaCard is ...used, the performance of a MultiMediaCard is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged). The reading/writing speed of certain features may be slightly slower than an...
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... cards and the built-in memory (P.98). Pictures may cause damage to or loss of pictures. For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is set to 'LOCK', operations such as the recording, reading, deleting, or formatting of data)....to a card if one is in progress, such as formatting, recording, and deleting cannot be damaged). Compatible memory cards (sold separately) (this camera if it has already been formatted with SDHC memory cards. (Always read your computer (as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may only be...
... cards and the built-in memory (P.98). Pictures may cause damage to or loss of pictures. For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is set to 'LOCK', operations such as the recording, reading, deleting, or formatting of data)....to a card if one is in progress, such as formatting, recording, and deleting cannot be damaged). Compatible memory cards (sold separately) (this camera if it has already been formatted with SDHC memory cards. (Always read your computer (as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may only be...
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.../PLAY switch to before turning on power. Select the setting item Set the date, time, or display. Set Press 'MENU/SET' • Turn on the camera screen. 17 VQT1Z82 After the time has been set . To set local time at travel destination 'WORLD TIME' (P.68) Select the setting item (year, month... be set between 2000 and 2099. Turn on for the 24 hours beforehand. While this message is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in digital photo center or when using 'TEXT STAMP' (P.90).
.../PLAY switch to before turning on power. Select the setting item Set the date, time, or display. Set Press 'MENU/SET' • Turn on the camera screen. 17 VQT1Z82 After the time has been set . To set local time at travel destination 'WORLD TIME' (P.68) Select the setting item (year, month... be set between 2000 and 2099. Turn on for the 24 hours beforehand. While this message is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in digital photo center or when using 'TEXT STAMP' (P.90).
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... items. 18 VQT1Z82 Using menus (Example) Change 'VOLUME' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE Mode. (REC/PLAY switch , Mode dial ) Bring up the menu Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button Mode dial The selected item is set to , menu can be closed with an orange background.
... items. 18 VQT1Z82 Using menus (Example) Change 'VOLUME' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE Mode. (REC/PLAY switch , Mode dial ) Bring up the menu Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button Mode dial The selected item is set to , menu can be closed with an orange background.
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...(P.89 - 98) • Displays settings for using the images you have taken, including protecting, trimming, and handy settings for ease of the camera, various functions can be activated and setting can be changed from the menus. REC menu REC menu MOTION PICTURE menu SETUP menu Making the... camera more convenient to use such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. PLAYBACK MODE menu Viewing recorded pictures (P.85 - 88) •...
...(P.89 - 98) • Displays settings for using the images you have taken, including protecting, trimming, and handy settings for ease of the camera, various functions can be activated and setting can be changed from the menus. REC menu REC menu MOTION PICTURE menu SETUP menu Making the... camera more convenient to use such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. PLAYBACK MODE menu Viewing recorded pictures (P.85 - 88) •...
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...0 • • LEVEL3 • • LEVEL6 • Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. (We recommend setting camera volume to check these before use. (Setting method : P.18) Item CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (P.17) Settings, notes Set time, date, ...the local time at travel destination. SHUTTER VOL. / / : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE / / : Change shutter tone. Using SETUP menu Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. 'CLOCK SET', 'AUTO REVIEW' and 'ECONOMY' are important for...
...0 • • LEVEL3 • • LEVEL6 • Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. (We recommend setting camera volume to check these before use. (Setting method : P.18) Item CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (P.17) Settings, notes Set time, date, ...the local time at travel destination. SHUTTER VOL. / / : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE / / : Change shutter tone. Using SETUP menu Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. 'CLOCK SET', 'AUTO REVIEW' and 'ECONOMY' are important for...
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...harder to see from the front) • 'HIGH ANGLE' will be deactivated if no effect on how bright it is not available in the DMC-ZS1. HISTOGRAM Check subject brightness on graph. (P.42) REC AREA Enables verification of the recordable area for 30 seconds while recording. (Brightness can... turned off (including POWER SAVE). • Block out sunlight (with Intelligent Auto Mode. 22 VQT1Z82 The 'REC AREA' menu item is around the camera. OFF/ON OFF/ON This section is adjusted automatically depending on pictures recorded. • 'AUTO POWER LCD' cannot be used with hand, etc.)...
...harder to see from the front) • 'HIGH ANGLE' will be deactivated if no effect on how bright it is not available in the DMC-ZS1. HISTOGRAM Check subject brightness on graph. (P.42) REC AREA Enables verification of the recordable area for 30 seconds while recording. (Brightness can... turned off (including POWER SAVE). • Block out sunlight (with Intelligent Auto Mode. 22 VQT1Z82 The 'REC AREA' menu item is around the camera. OFF/ON OFF/ON This section is adjusted automatically depending on pictures recorded. • 'AUTO POWER LCD' cannot be used with hand, etc.)...
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...memory/card (P.26). • To reset folder number to 'ON'). • Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. • Camera movement may be audible as the lens function is reset if recording settings are reset. • Resetting SETUP parameters causes the following to be set...reaches 999. Using SETUP menu (Continued) Item ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off. USB MODE Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer 24 VQT1Z82 Then, select 'YES' on the folder number reset screen. • File numbers and folder numbers. (P.102, 121)...
...memory/card (P.26). • To reset folder number to 'ON'). • Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. • Camera movement may be audible as the lens function is reset if recording settings are reset. • Resetting SETUP parameters causes the following to be set...reaches 999. Using SETUP menu (Continued) Item ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off. USB MODE Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer 24 VQT1Z82 Then, select 'YES' on the folder number reset screen. • File numbers and folder numbers. (P.102, 121)...
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... , try switching to '1080i', '720p', or '480p' to adjust to a high-definition TV with an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) is not available in the DMC-ZS1. 25 VQT1Z82 Interlaced and Progressive Formats In 'i' = interlaced format (interlaced scanning), half of this...
... , try switching to '1080i', '720p', or '480p' to adjust to a high-definition TV with an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) is not available in the DMC-ZS1. 25 VQT1Z82 Interlaced and Progressive Formats In 'i' = interlaced format (interlaced scanning), half of this...