Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-F5 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S.
Contents Before use Before use ......................................................................................................................... 5 Standard Accessories ...................................................................................................... 7 Names and Functions of Main Parts............................................................................... 8 Cursor button ......................................................................................................
Contents Using the [Setup] menu ................................................................................................. 39 [Clock Set] .........................................................................................................................................39 [Beep] ................................................................................................................................................39 [Volume] ................................................................
Contents Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ............................................................ 64 [Slide Show] ......................................................................................................................................65 [Category Selection] ..........................................................................................................................66 [Calendar]......................................................................
Before use ■Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
Before use ■Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording. ■Carefully observe copyright laws Unauthorized use of recordings that contain works with copyright for purposes other than personal use is prohibited under copyright law.
Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ●The accessories and their shape may differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual. ●Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. ●SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. ●Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 3 4 1 Lens 2 Flash (→22, 45) 3 Self-timer indicator (→47) 4 Microphone (→22, 29) 5 5 Speaker (→39) 6 Lens barrel 6 ●The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Names and Functions of Main Parts 7 8 9 7 LCD monitor (→42, 80, 81) 8 Camera [ON/OFF] button (→19, 21) Use this to turn the camera on and off. 9 Shutter button (→22, 24) Use this to focus and record still pictures. 10 [DIGITAL] socket (→ 74, 76) This socket is also used when charging the battery. (→11) • When connecting the USB connection cable (supplied) Insert the plug until the terminal part can no longer be seen. The plug will go in easier if you open the terminal cover wide.
Names and Functions of Main Parts 14 17 15 16 18 19 20 14 [MODE] button (→21) 15 Zoom button (→43) Operate this when zooming in on a distant subject to record it larger. 16 Motion picture button (→22, 29) Record motion pictures. 17 Cursor button (→below) 18 Playback button (→23, 31, 64) Use this to switch to playback mode. 19 [ ] / [ ] button In the playback mode: Pictures are deleted. (→35) During menu operations: Previous screen is restored.
Charging battery Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) • Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Turn off Charge Yes Turn on No ●If the battery is not inserted, neither charging nor power supplying is made.
Charging battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. Turn off the camera and slide the card/battery door out ( ) before opening the door ( ) as illustrated Insert the battery all the way • Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation. • Insert all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery.
Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Turn off the camera Charging lamp AC adaptor (supplied) Align the marks ( to ) and insert the plug. USB connection cable (supplied) • Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug straight to insert or remove it.
Charging battery ■Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer.) ■Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 120 min • The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in the case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
Charging battery Remaining battery Remaining battery (flashes red) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery. Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates. ■ Recording still pictures Number of recordable pictures Approx.
Inserting and removing the card (optional) Turn off the camera and slide the card/battery door out ( ) before opening the door ( ) as illustrated Insert the card all the way • Check orientation: terminals face LCD • Push in until it clicks. Do not touch terminal Close the card/battery door and slide the door in until you hear a locking sound ■To remove card Press the center of the card ●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
About built-in memory/cards Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not. ■ Built-in memory (approx. 10 MB) ●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→70) ●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.
About built-in memory/cards Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).
Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] Press [MENU/SET] Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set • To cancel → Press [ ] button.
Setting the clock Changing time setting When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu. • Clock settings will be saved for approx. 24 hours even after the battery is removed, provided a fully charged battery was installed in the camera for 5 hours beforehand. Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu (→37) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set • To cancel → Press [ ] button.
Sequence of operations 1 Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button Press [MODE] button 2 Use cursor button to select the recording mode and press [MENU/SET] 3 [Auto Scene Mode] Take pictures with automatic settings. (→24) [Normal Picture] Mode Take pictures with your own settings. (→27) [Panorama Shot] Mode Take panorama pictures. (→49) [Scene Mode] Take pictures according to scene.
Sequence of operations Aim the camera and shoot Shutter button Microphone ■Taking still pictures Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■Recording motion pictures (→29) Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording Motion picture button 4 ■Holding the camera Flash (→45) Hand strap • To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with
Sequence of operations Press the Playback button 5 Playback button • Press to select a picture • Press to play back motion pictures or panorama pictures (→49) View pictures (→31, 34, 51) 6 ■ Taking pictures once again • Press Playback button to enter the recording mode Turn off the camera (Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button) 7 - 23 - VQT4W38
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Auto Scene Mode] Recording mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “face”, “movement”, “brightness”, and “distance” just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Auto Scene Mode] Using flash Press to select or . ●When is selected, the optimum flash ( , , , ) is selected automatically depending on conditions. (→46) ●When or is selected, the red-eye reduction function is activated. ●When or is selected, the shutter speed is reduced. Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Auto Scene Mode] [Auto Scene Mode] restrictions Only the menu items that are displayed in the [Auto Scene Mode] can be set. The settings selected in the [Normal Picture] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed.
Taking pictures with your own settings [Normal Picture] Mode Recording mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment.
Adjusting focus When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the center of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the center, follow the steps below.
Recording motion pictures Recording mode: You can record motion pictures with audio (monaural). Microphone Press [MODE] button to display the recording mode selection screen Use cursor button to select the desired recording mode and press [MENU/SET] • Motion pictures cannot be recorded in [Panorama Shot] Mode ( ). Press the motion picture button to start recording [Rec Quality] (→63) Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time (approx.
Recording motion pictures ■Recording motion pictures in A motion picture will be recorded without Automatic Scene Detection operating. ■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. • Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at the optimum settings for the selected scene.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card. Without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Press the Playback button • Press again to enter the recording mode. Use the cursor button to select a picture that you want to play back • Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/ backwards.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Press the T side of the zoom button Current zoom position (displayed for 1 sec.) 1x 2x 4x 8x 16x Press the T side of the zoom button Press the W side of the zoom button • Move zoom position → ●Playback zoom cannot be used during motion picture playback.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Searching pictures by their recording date “Calendar” Press the W side of the zoom button several times Selected date 1-picture screen 12-picture screen 30-picture screen Calendar screen Press the W side of the zoom button Press the T side of the zoom button • When you select a recording date using the cursor button and press [MENU/SET], the display method changes to the 30-picture screen. ●Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing motion pictures Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press Playback now starts. Motion picture recording time When playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed in the top right of the screen.
Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press to delete displayed picture • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ●Do not turn off the camera during deletion. ●Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: • Protected pictures • Card switch is in “LOCK” position.
Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 50)/To delete all pictures Press [ ] while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ■[Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]. • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. Use cursor button to select [OK] and press [MENU/SET]. Picture selected • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. • May take time depending on number of pictures deleted.
Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Normal Picture] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu selection screen is displayed. Press to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [AF Mode] and press [MENU/SET] : Pages The pages can also be selected with the zoom button. : Menu description : Menu items : Operation guide Press to select a setting, and then press [MENU/SET] The selected setting is set.
Setting the menu Menu type [Rec] menu (In recording mode only) Changing picture preferences (→56) • Enables you to set the coloring, picture size, and other items. [Motion Picture] menu (In recording mode only) Recording motion pictures using your own settings (→63) • You can select the picture quality. [Setup] menu Making the camera more convenient to use (→39) • Enables you to specify clock settings, sound volume, and so on to make the camera easier to use.
Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Auto Power Off] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→37) Item [Clock Set] Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. (→19, 20) [Beep] / / : Low / High / Mute Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. [Volume] [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels).
Using the [Setup] menu • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→37) Item [Light Freq.] Correct flickers on the LCD monitor. [Auto Review] Automatically display still pictures immediately after taking them. [Reset] Reset to the default settings. [Version Disp.] Settings, notes [50Hz] / [60Hz] • If the LCD monitor flickers when you record pictures under lighting such as fluorescent or LED lighting, set the utility frequency of the area where you are using the camera.
Using the [Setup] menu • For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→37) Item [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/ built-in memory carefully before formatting. [Language] Settings, notes • When formatting the built-in memory, remove the cards.
Changing recording information display You can switch between the various types of information shown on the LCD monitor, such as recording information. Press to change display ■In Recording Mode Recording information, Number of recordable pictures Recording information, Available recording time No display ∗ ∗ When pressing the shutter button halfway.
Using Zoom Recording mode: You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom In/Out Capture a wider area (wide-angle) Enlarge the subject (telephoto) When Extended Optical Zoom is set Focus range Zoom ratio Digital Zoom range Optical Zoom range Zoom bar ●Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. ●The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates.
Using Zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the picture size is changed. (→56) ■Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 5x is possible if pictures without Size] on the [Rec] menu. have been selected by [Picture ■Extended Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 10.5x is possible when pictures with [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. EZ is short for “Extended Optical Zoom”. have been selected by ●Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: • Motion picture • Scene Mode ([High Sens.
Taking pictures with flash Recording mode: Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/ SET] Type, operations ∗1 Uses [Auto] • Automatically judges when to use flash [Auto/Red-Eye]∗2 • Automatically judges when to use flash (reduce red-eye) [Forced Flash On] • Always flash [Slow Sync.
Taking pictures with flash ■Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○∗1 ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ○ – ○ ○ – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ∗1 Set to , , or depending on the subject and brightness.
Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/ SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.
Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: This feature allows the user to manually adjust the exposure when a proper auto exposure cannot be obtained. Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] EV • If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction. • If the picture is too bright, adjust the exposure to the “-” direction.
Taking panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode Recording mode: Creates a single panorama picture by stitching multiple still pictures taken in rapid succession. Press [MODE] button to display the recording mode selection screen Use cursor button to select [Panorama Shot] Mode and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set Check the recording direction and press [MENU/SET] Special panorama guidelines will be displayed during recording.
Taking panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode Press the shutter button fully again to end recording You can also end recording if you stop panning the camera while taking pictures. ■Tips • Pan the camera in the recording direction as steadily as possible. If the camera shakes too much, it may not be able to take pictures or may end up creating a narrow (small) panorama picture. The subjects that are displayed in this range are recorded. (guideline) ●The zoom position is fixed to the max. Wide.
Taking panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode ■About panorama playback You can operate the zoom button to enlarge still pictures taken in [Panorama Shot] mode in the same way as with other still pictures (Playback Zoom →32). You can also press to automatically scroll pictures in the same way as when playing back a motion picture (Motion Picture Playback →34). • Unlike motion picture playback, you cannot perform fast forward or rewind by pressing or while the pictures are scrolling automatically.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Recording mode: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→52) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→46) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■Tips • The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. [Scenery] Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects. [Sports] Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→52) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→46) [Night Portrait] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■Tips • Use flash. • Subject should not move. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. [Night Scenery] Takes clear pictures of night scenes. ■Tips • Tripod, self-timer recommended. ●Shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] • How to select a scene (→52) • Using flash in Scene Modes (→46) [Baby] Taking pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. Use cursor button to select [Age] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET] Set birthday with cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Exit] and press [MENU/SET] ■Tips • Make sure [Age] is [ON] before taking a picture.
Using the [Rec] menu • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→37) [Picture Size] Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Recording pixel level type 14M 4320x3240 ∗ 10M 3M 3648x2736 2560x1920 5M ∗ 0.3M 2048x1536 640x480 12.5M 4320x2880 10.5M 4320x2432 10.5M 3232x3232 ∗ This setting is not available in ([Auto Scene Mode]). represent the aspect ratios of the still pictures.
Using the [Rec] menu • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→37) [Sensitivity] Set ISO Sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting) manually. We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations.
Using the [Rec] menu • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→37) [White Balance] Adjust the color depending on the light source to ensure natural color. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, shade) / (uses value set in (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (Incandescent lighting) / )/ (set manually) ●When [AWB] (Automatic White Balance) is set, the coloring is adjusted in accordance with the light source.
Using the [Rec] menu ■ [AWB] operational range: 10000K Blue sky 9000K 8000K Cloudy sky (rain) Shade 7000K 6000K Sunlight White fluorescent lighting 5000K 4000K 3000K Incandescent lighting Sunset/sunrise Candlelight 2000K K=Kelvin color Temperature [AF Mode] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects.
Using the [Rec] menu ●Cannot set to (Face Detection) in the following case: • Scene Modes ([Night Scenery] [Food]) • [Panorama Shot] Mode ●If the camera misinterprets a non-human subject as a face in (Face Detection) setting, switch to another setting. ●If conditions prevent the face from being recognized, such as when the movement of the subject is too rapid, the [AF Mode] setting switches to (9-area-focusing). [Digital Zoom] Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended Optical Zoom.
Using the [Rec] menu [Flash Burst] [OFF] • Number of pictures taken using burst∗: maximum of 5 pictures ∗ The number of pictures that can be taken using burst varies depending on the recording conditions and the type of card. • Setting is possible only in [Normal Picture] Mode. • The picture size is fixed to 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9), or 2.5M (1:1). • The camera fixes its focus along with both exposure and the amount of light to be emitted from a flash, based on the first picture taken.
Using the [Rec] menu • For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→37) [Date Stamp] Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF] ●Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased. ●The date cannot be stamped in the following cases: • [Burst] • Motion pictures • [Panorama Shot] Mode ●Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for still pictures with date stamps.
Using the [Motion Picture] menu • For [Motion Picture] menu setting procedures (→37) [Rec Quality] Set the picture size of motion pictures. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Picture Quality Picture Size [HD] 1280x720 pixels No. of Frames [VGA] 640x480 pixels [QVGA]∗ 320x240 pixels Picture Aspect Ratio 16:9 30 fps 4:3 ∗ [QVGA] is fixed when recording to the built-in memory.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button Press [MODE] Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] • [Normal Play] (→31) • [Slide Show] (→65) • [Category Selection] (→66) • [Calendar] (→33) ●When no card is inserted, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. ●The [Playback Mode] automatically becomes [Normal Play] when switching from recording mode to playback mode.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] • For switching [Playback Mode] (→64) [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] Play all. [Category Selection] Select category and play back motion or still pictures. (Select category with cursor button and press [MENU/SET].) (→66) Use cursor button to set playback effects and press [MENU/ SET] [Effect] [ON] / [OFF] [Setup] [Duration] [1SEC.] / [2SEC.] / [3SEC.] / [5SEC.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] • For switching [Playback Mode] (→64) [Category Selection] You can narrow down the pictures displayed to view only a selected category.
Using the [Playback] menu You can edit the picture (for example, resize), and set a protection setting in the picture. • For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→37) • Depending on the [Playback Mode], some [Playback] menu items are not displayed. • It may not be possible to set or edit pictures taken with other cameras. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Resize]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Using the [Playback] menu ■[MULTI] Use cursor button to select [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] (up to 50 pictures) Number of pixels before/after resizing Resize setting • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. • To execute → Use cursor button to select [OK] and press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Using the [Playback] menu • For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→37) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●[SINGLE] ●[MULTI] Picture protected Picture protected • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. ■ To clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Yes]. ●May not be effective when using other devices.
Using the [Playback] menu • For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→37) [Copy] You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Use cursor button to select the copy method (direction) and press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card (go to step : Copy 1 picture at a time from card to built-in memory. ). Select picture with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET].
Using with your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. • If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognized, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.
Using with your PC Using the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer before using. ■PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 LE (Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8) This software allows you to import still pictures and motion pictures to a PC as well as organize by categorizing them based on their recording date or the model name of the camera used. You can also write pictures to a DVD, retouch and adjust the pictures and edit the motion pictures.
Using with your PC Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC Operating environment of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.
Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Getting Ready: • When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. • Turn on the camera and computer. Connect camera to computer Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (Damage to plug can lead to faulty operation.) [Access] (sending data) • Do not disconnect the USB connection cable while [Access] is displayed.
Using with your PC ■Folder and file names on computer ●Windows Drives are displayed in “My Computer” or “Computer” folder. ●Mac DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001.JPG : JPG: Still pictures P1000999.JPG MOV: Motion Pictures 101_PANA ∗ : 999_PANA MISC Drives are displayed on the desktop. (Displayed as “LUMIX”, “NO_NAME”, or “Untitled”.) ∗ New folders are created in the following cases: • When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered 999.
Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. • Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Getting Ready: • When printing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. • Turn on the camera and printer. Connect camera to printer Check the plug direction and insert it straight in.
Printing ●Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than them may cause a malfunction. ●Disconnect USB connection cable after printing. ●Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ●When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable. ●Motion pictures cannot be printed.
Printing Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [Paper Size] When [Page Layout] is selected, the printer settings take priority.
Printing Printing with date and text ■ Printing in store Only recording date can be printed. Request date printing in store. • When printing still pictures of 16:9 Aspect Ratio, check in advance that the store can accept this size. ■ Using computer Print settings for recording date and text information can be made using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the supplied CD-ROM. ■ Using printer Recording date can be printed by setting [Print with Date] (→78) to [ON] when connecting to a printer compatible with date printing.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. • Press to change display.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. • Press to change display.
Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [This memory card cannot be used] ● Not compatible with the camera. → Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures (→31) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→41) [No additional selections can be made] ● The number of pictures that can be deleted at once has been exceeded.
Message displays [Insert SD card again] [Try another card] ● Access to card has failed. → Turn off the camera and remove the card. Reinsert the card and turn the camera on again. ● Try with a different card. [Memory card parameter error] ● Card is not of SD standard. ● When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ● Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly.
Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→84 - 89) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery, power The charging lamp turns off before the battery is fully charged. ● Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperature.
Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Recorded pictures are blurred. ● Shutter speed is slower in dark locations and a picture is prone to blurring. → Hold camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body. → Set [Sensitivity] to [ ] and [Digital Zoom] to [OFF]. (→57, 60) Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. ● ISO Sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default [Sensitivity] setting is [ ] – interference may appear with indoor pictures.
Q&A Troubleshooting LCD monitor Brightness is unstable. ● Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not affect recorded picture.) This symptom may also occur when the brightness changes because the zoom is operated or the camera is moved. This is the automatic aperture operation of the camera and is not a malfunction. Monitor flickers indoors. ● If the LCD monitor flickers when you record pictures under lighting such as fluorescent or LED lighting, use [Light Freq.
Q&A Troubleshooting Playback (continued) Incorrect date displayed in [Calendar]. ● Picture edited on computer or taken on different device. ● [Clock Set] is incorrect (→19). (Incorrect date may be displayed in [Calendar] on pictures copied to a computer and then back to the camera, if computer and camera dates differ.) The Playback volume and beep volume are low. ● The speaker is blocked. White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.
Q&A Troubleshooting Computer, printer Cannot communicate with the computer. ● Not connected correctly (→74). ● Check whether computer has recognized camera. ● Select [PC] when connecting the camera to your computer (→74). ● Turn the camera off and then on again. Computer does not recognize card (only reads built-in memory). ● Disconnect USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect with card in place. Computer does not recognize card.
Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→41). Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Camera is hot. ● Camera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or quality. Lens makes a clicking noise. ● When brightness changes, the lens may make a clicking noise and the monitor brightness may also change, but this is due to aperture settings being made.
Usage cautions and notes When in use ●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Usage cautions and notes Memory cards ●To prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity. • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch terminals on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet.
Usage cautions and notes About AC adaptor (supplied) ●Keep at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference). ●The AC adaptor (supplied) may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. ●After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. (A very small amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.) Lens ●If lens is dirty: Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.).
Usage cautions and notes Personal Information If birthdays are set in [Baby] Mode, keep in mind that the camera and recorded pictures will contain personal information. Disclaimer • Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
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