Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FP2 DMC-FP1 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (optional), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (→11). Do not touch the lens. Contents Charge the battery Before use Before use .............................................. 5 Read first .......................................................5 To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults .....5 Standard Accessories ................
Contents (Continued) Application (Record) Application (View) Changing recording information display .................................................. 33 Taking pictures with self-timer ........... 34 Taking pictures with flash................... 35 Taking close-up pictures .................... 37 Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback)... 61 Watching motion pictures .................. 62 Different playback methods (Playback Mode) ..................................
Before use (Continued) To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ■ Lens • Do not leave the lens exposed to direct sunlight. ■ When using a tripod or unipod • Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws when they are crooked. (This may damage the camera, screw hole, or label.) • Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Refer to the tripod instructions.) ■ When transporting Switch off power.
Charging battery Always charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged) ■About batteries that you can use with this unit Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and recording time It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards.
Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery Turn the camera off and slide the release lever to [OPEN] before opening the lid Release lever Do not touch terminal [OPEN] [LOCK] Completely insert battery and card (both click into place) Charged battery (check orientation) Card (check orientation: terminals face LCD) Close lid Slide to the [LOCK] position. Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not.
Setting the clock Do not touch the lens. The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Open the lens cover The power is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Lens cover Press ◄► to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press ▲▼ to set Select the setting item Change the values and settings Select either [24HRS] or [AM/ PM] for the time display format.
Settings display may vary according to items. Menu items displayed vary according to the mode. Setting the menu Refer to the procedure example below when operating the [SETUP] menu, [REC] menu and [PLAYBACK] menu. (Example) Change [LCD MODE] in [SETUP] menu when in [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode. Do not touch the lens. Select the setting Settings Selected setting Open the lens cover The power is turned on. Select [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode Press the [MODE] button.
Setting the menu (Continued) Using [SETUP] menu Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily. In Recording Mode, display the Quick menu Press the button until the Quick menu is displayed For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. [CLOCK SET], [AUTO REVIEW] and [AUTO POWER OFF] are important for clock setting and battery life.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) Item [LCD MODE] Settings, notes [OFF]: Normal (cancel setting) Make LCD monitor easier to see. [AUTO POWER LCD]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [POWER LCD]: Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) Item [RESET] Reset to the default settings. Settings, notes [RESET REC. SETTINGS?] [YES]/[NO] [RESET SETUP PARAMETERS?] [YES]/[NO] • Resetting the setup parameters will also reset the following.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→14) Item [LANGUAGE] Sequence of Recording Please set the clock before recording. (→12) Settings, notes Do not touch the lens. Set the language displayed on the screen. [DEMO MODE] The power is turned on. Select the desired Recording Mode and record ■ To use settings automatically selected by Change display language. View demonstration of functions. Open the lens cover [STABILIZER DEMO.
Sequence of Recording (Continued) ■Holding the camera AF assist lamp Flash • If jitter becomes noticeable, use both hands, keep your arms close to your body, and stand with your feet at shoulder width. • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording motion picture. (→7) • Do not block the flash or the AF assist lamp. Do not look at it from close range. • Try to hold the camera steady when you press the shutter button.
Taking pictures with automatic settings Taking pictures with your own settings [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode (Continued) [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: Recording Mode: ■To use flash Using [REC] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Select either (i Auto) or (Forced flash off). • When is used, , (Auto/red-eye reduction), (Slow sync.) are selected (Slow sync./red-eye reduction) and automatically according to the subject type and brightness.
Taking pictures with your own settings [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode (Continued) Recording Mode: Taking pictures with zoom Recording Mode: Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. ‘Optical Zoom’ offers 4 x magnification. At a lower recording pixel level, ‘Extended Optical Zoom’ can be used to zoom up to 8.4 x (DMC-FP2) or 7.8 x (DMC-FP1). For zooming in even closer, ‘Digital Zoom’ is available.
Taking pictures with zoom (Continued) Viewing your pictures [NORMAL PLAY] Recording Mode: Playback Mode: Enlarging further [DIGITAL ZOOM] When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Zoom 4 times further than Optical/Extended Optical Zoom. (Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.
Deleting pictures Changing recording information display Playback Mode: Pictures deleted will be from the card if card is inserted, or from built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) You can switch between various information shown on the LCD monitor, such as guide lines and recording information. Press to delete displayed picture Press to change display Select [YES] • Do not turn off the power during deletion.
Taking pictures with self-timer Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Recording Mode: Display [FLASH] 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. Display [SELFTIMER] Select the desired type Select time duration (Can also be selected with ►.) (Can also be selected with ◄.) ●Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) The menu screen is displayed for approx. 5 sec.
Taking pictures with flash (Continued) Taking close-up pictures Recording Mode: Recording Mode: ■Available types in each mode (○: Available, —: Not available, ○ : Default setting) [SCENE MODE] ○ ○ ○ ○ ○∗ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ∗ Set to (Auto), (Auto/red-eye reduction), (Slow sync.) according to the subject and brightness. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ISO80 ISO100 [SENSITIVITY] (→54) ISO200 ISO400 ISO800 ISO1600 [HIGH SENS.
Taking close-up pictures (Continued) Recording Mode: Recording Mode: Taking pictures at even closer range [MACRO ZOOM] To take even larger pictures of the subject, setting to [MACRO ZOOM] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF MACRO]. Zoom lever Taking pictures with exposure compensation Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases.
Taking pictures according to the scene Using flash in Scene Modes (→36) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Using [SCENE MODE] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Scene Display the screen for Recording Mode selection [PORTRAIT] Zoom lever Select [SCENE MODE] [SOFT SKIN] [DISPLAY] [MENU/SET] ■Registering commonly used scenes [MY SCENE MODE] (→48) Scene menu To see description of each scene: Select scene, and press [DISPLAY] button.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Take pictures of yourself. Notes 42 VQT2M98 Scene • Main fixed settings [STABILIZER]: [MODE 2] [AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF] [SELFTIMER]: [OFF]/[2SEC.] • [AF MODE] default setting is (Face Detection). Tips • Press shutter button halfway → self-timer indicator illuminates → press shutter button fully → review (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) • Focus: 30 cm - 1.2 m (0.99 - 3.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes • Age and name will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • To record age and name ([BABY1] and [BABY2] can be set separately.) • When the camera is set to [STABILIZER] and there is very little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is set to [OFF], shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. • Age display format depends on [LANGUAGE] setting.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Enables continuous recording in dim locations. Use ▲▼to select the picture size and aspect ratio, and press [MENU/SET] to set. [FLASH BURST] Take pictures (Hold shutter button). Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is held down. Number of continuous shots: Max. 5 Tips • Use within the effective range of the flash. (→36) • Focus: Max. W: 10 cm (0.33 feet) and above Max. T : 50 cm (1.
Registering commonly used scenes Taking motion pictures [MY SCENE MODE] [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: Recording Mode: You can register commonly used Scene Mode in . After you register it, simply switch to [MY SCENE MODE] and you can record in the registered Scene Mode. Zoom lever Record motion picture with audio as follows. (Note that recording without audio is not possible.
Taking motion pictures Useful features for travel [MOTION PICTURE] Mode (Continued) Recording Mode: Recording Mode: ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.) [TRAVEL DATE] (Record travel date and destination) [REC QUALITY] When recording motion picture, use a card rated with an SD speed class∗ of ‘Class 6’ or higher. ∗ SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds.
Useful features for travel (Continued) Recording Mode: ∗ Using [REC] menu ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.) [WORLD TIME] (Registering local time at your travel destination) Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (→12). [SETUP] menu → Select [WORLD TIME] • Press [MENU/SET] → [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step .
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→14) [WHITE BALANCE] [SENSITIVITY] Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting) manually. We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→14) [AF MODE] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: / / Taking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection) Subject not centered in picture (AF area not displayed until focused) Recognized faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→14) [AF ASSIST LAMP] [COLOR MODE] Set color effects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [STANDARD] / [NATURAL] (soft) / [VIVID] (sharp) / [B/W] / [SEPIA] / [COOL] (more blue) / [WARM] (more red) ●If interference is noticeable in dark locations: Set to [NATURAL]. ●In ([INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode), [STANDARD], [B/W], and [SEPIA] only can be set. Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment.
Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) Entering Text Playback Mode: Use the cursor buttons to enter names in Scene Modes [BABY] and [PET], or to enter [LOCATION] names in [TRAVEL DATE]. You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (Multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (Calendar playback).
Watching motion pictures Different playback methods (Playback Mode) Playback Mode: Playback Mode: Motion pictures can be played back just as you view still pictures. Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways.
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) For details about the switching Playback Mode procedure (→63) (Continued) Playback Mode: ■Operations during Slide Show [SLIDE SHOW] Pause/play Automatically play still pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select playback method • [ALL] : Playback of all still pictures • [CATEGORY SELECTION] : Select a category and play. (Select category with ▲▼◄► and press [MENU/SET].
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) (Continued) Playback Mode: Playback Mode: For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→14) [CATEGORY PLAY] Pictures can be classified automatically and viewed by category. Automatic classification starts when [CATEGORY PLAY] is selected from the Playback Mode selection menu. Select the category [CATEGORY] Icons of categories with pictures (dark blue) No.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→14) Playback Mode: ■Items that can be stamped [SHOOTING DATE] [NAME] [LOCATION] [TRAVEL DATE] ■[MULTI] [W/O TIME]: Stamp the recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp the recording time Stamp names registered in [BABY] or [PET] Stamp destinations registered in [TRAVEL DATE] Stamp travel dates registered in [TRAVEL DATE] Select [MULTI] in step the previous page on Select size To see description of resize: Press
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→14) Playback Mode: [ROTATE DISP.] [PRINT SET] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. [PLAYBACK] menu → Select [ROTATE DISP.] Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] → Select [ON] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→14) Playback Mode: [PROTECT] [COPY] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. [PLAYBACK] menu → Select [PROTECT] Set-up: Press [MENU/SET]→ Select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card.
Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. Using with your PC Pictures and motion pictures can be imported from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. • 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.
Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridgecompatible printer for printing. Getting Ready: • Use a fully charged battery or connect an AC adaptor (optional). • When printing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. Check socket direction and insert straight in.
Printing (Continued) Viewing on TV screen You can view still pictures and motion pictures on a TV by connecting the camera to your TV with the AV cable (supplied). ●Also consult TV operating manual. Making print settings on camera (Make settings before selecting [PRINT START]) Select item Select setting Getting Ready: • Complete the [TV ASPECT] setting. • Turn off both the camera and television. Connect camera to TV Turn on TV ●Set to auxiliary input.
List of LCD monitor displays Press the [DISPLAY] button to change display (→7, 33).
Message displays Meanings and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [THIS MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE USED] [MEMORY CARD ERROR] ● A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [FORMAT] on the camera. (→21) [THIS MEMORY CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED] [INSERT SD CARD AGAIN] ● Unlock the write-protect switch on the card.
Q&A Troubleshooting Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. ● Battery is not inserted correctly (→10), or needs recharging. The power cuts off during use. ● Battery needs recharging. ● Camera is set to [AUTO POWER OFF]. (→19) → Press the Power button to turn the power on again. Recording Cannot record pictures. Try checking these items (→84 - 89) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems.
Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) LCD monitor LCD monitor dims during Motion picture recording. ● LCD monitor may dim if continuing Motion picture recording for long periods. Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on. ● After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture can be recorded. (Approx. 6 seconds (Max.) when recording to the built-in memory) Brightness is unstable. ● Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not affect recorded picture.
Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. ● Not connected correctly. (→79) ● The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. ● The television does not support the type of card used. TV screen display different to LCD monitor. ● Aspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televisions. Cannot play motion pictures on TV. Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [LANGUAGE] setting (→22).
Usage cautions and notes When in use ●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location. (Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer) ●Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
●Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. ●Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly. Recording picture/time capacity Recording picture capacity (still pictures) ●The number of pictures that can be stored varies depending on the [PICTURE SIZE] setting. (→53) ●When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, ‘+99999’ is displayed.
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