Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FP3 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 (→12). 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 ..................
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 (→12). Do not touch the lens. Contents Charge the battery Before use Before use .............................................. 5 Sequence of Recording ...................... 24 Read first .......................................................
Contents (Continued) Application (Record) Changing recording information display ... 34 Taking pictures with self-timer ........... 35 Taking pictures with flash................... 36 Taking close-up pictures .................... 38 Taking pictures at even closer range [MACRO ZOOM].....................................39 Taking pictures with the Touched Area in Focus (Touch AF Area Selection) .... 40 Taking pictures with exposure compensation ......................................
Contents (Continued) Application (Record) Changing recording information display ... 34 Taking pictures with self-timer ........... 35 Taking pictures with flash................... 36 Taking close-up pictures .................... 38 Taking pictures at even closer range [MACRO ZOOM].....................................39 Taking pictures with the Touched Area in Focus (Touch AF Area Selection) .... 40 Taking pictures with exposure compensation ......................................
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.
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.
Using theTouch Panel Charging battery This camera’s LCD monitor is a touch panel. Touch or drag your finger on the screen to record, play back and make settings. ●This touch panel detects the electrical properties of the human body (capacitive touch panel). Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. ●Touch the panel with the clean and dry finger.
Using theTouch Panel Charging battery This camera’s LCD monitor is a touch panel. Touch or drag your finger on the screen to record, play back and make settings. ●This touch panel detects the electrical properties of the human body (capacitive touch panel). Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. ●Touch the panel with the clean and dry finger.
Charging battery (Continued) Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery Turn the camera off and slide the release lever to [OPEN] before opening the lid Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and recording time Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or [LCD MODE] are used frequently; or in colder climates. Number of recordable Approx. 300 pictures pictures By CIPA standard Recording time Approx.
Charging battery (Continued) Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery Turn the camera off and slide the release lever to [OPEN] before opening the lid Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and recording time Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or [LCD MODE] are used frequently; or in colder climates. Number of recordable Approx. 300 pictures pictures By CIPA standard Recording time Approx.
Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery (Continued) 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 Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Open the lens cover if not. ■ Built-in memory (approx. 40 MB) ●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory (→77). ●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.
Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery (Continued) 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 Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Open the lens cover if not. ■ Built-in memory (approx. 40 MB) ●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory (→77). ●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.
Setting the clock (Continued) Setting the menu Touch [SET] There are a number of functions you can use and settings you can change from the various menus to help you get more use from your camera. ●Settings display may vary according to items. ●Menu items displayed vary according to the mode. Touch [SET] • To return to the previous screen → Touch [CANCEL] • Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing [DISPLAY] several times.) Do not touch the lens.
Setting the clock (Continued) Setting the menu There are a number of functions you can use and settings you can change from the various menus to help you get more use from your camera. ●Settings display may vary according to items. ●Menu items displayed vary according to the mode. Touch [SET] Touch [SET] • To return to the previous screen → Touch [CANCEL] • Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing [DISPLAY] several times.) Do not touch the lens.
Setting the menu (Continued) Touch a menu item • Touch ▲▼ on the screen to change the page. Zoom lever can be used to change the page. • Touch [EXIT] to return to the original screen. item Touch the settings you wish to change The setting is changed. • The procedure for making settings varies by menu. Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily.
Setting the menu (Continued) Touch a menu item • Touch ▲▼ on the screen to change the page. Zoom lever can be used to change the page. • Touch [EXIT] to return to the original screen. item Touch the settings you wish to change The setting is changed. • The procedure for making settings varies by menu. Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily.
Using [SETUP] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) 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. Please check these before use. Item [CLOCK SET] For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu.
Using [SETUP] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) 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. Please check these before use. Item [CLOCK SET] For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) Item [AUTO POWER OFF] The camera turns off automatically after a specified period of inactivity. [AUTO REVIEW] Automatically display still pictures immediately after taking them. Settings, notes [OFF]/[2 MIN.]/[5 MIN.]/[10 MIN.] • Not used in the following situations.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) Item [AUTO POWER OFF] The camera turns off automatically after a specified period of inactivity. [AUTO REVIEW] Automatically display still pictures immediately after taking them. Settings, notes [OFF]/[2 MIN.]/[5 MIN.]/[10 MIN.] • Not used in the following situations.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) Item [VIDEO OUT]∗ Change the video output format when connected to a TV, etc. (Playback Mode only). [TV ASPECT] Change the aspect ratio when connected to a TV, etc. (Playback Mode only). [VERSION DISP.] Settings, notes [NTSC]/[PAL] • Operates when AV cable is connected.
Using [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu. (→15) Item [VIDEO OUT]∗ Change the video output format when connected to a TV, etc. (Playback Mode only). [TV ASPECT] Change the aspect ratio when connected to a TV, etc. (Playback Mode only). [VERSION DISP.] Settings, notes [NTSC]/[PAL] • Operates when AV cable is connected.
Sequence of Recording ■Holding the camera Please set the clock before recording. (→13) Open the lens cover Do not touch the lens. AF assist lamp Flash The power is turned on. Select the desired Recording Mode and record ■ To use settings automatically selected by the camera Press the button. ■ To select the Recording Mode manually Lens cover Press the [MODE] button. Touch the desired Recording Mode.
Sequence of Recording ■Holding the camera Please set the clock before recording. (→13) AF assist lamp Open the lens cover Do not touch the lens. Flash The power is turned on. Select the desired Recording Mode and record ■ To use settings automatically selected by the camera Press the button. ■ To select the Recording Mode manually Lens cover Press the [MODE] button. Touch the desired Recording Mode.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [INTELLIGENT AUTO] 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. The power is turned on.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [INTELLIGENT AUTO] 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 your own settings [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: Using [REC] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Shutter button Open the lens cover Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. The power is turned on.
Taking pictures with your own settings [NORMAL PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: Using [REC] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Shutter button Open the lens cover Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. The power is turned on.
Taking pictures with zoom Recording Mode: ‘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. For zooming in even closer, ‘Digital Zoom’ is available. Zoom In/Out Enlarging further Zoom 4 times further than Optical/Extended Optical Zoom. (Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.
Taking pictures with zoom Recording Mode: ‘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. For zooming in even closer, ‘Digital Zoom’ is available. Zoom In/Out Enlarging further Zoom 4 times further than Optical/Extended Optical Zoom. (Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.
Viewing your pictures [NORMAL PLAY] Deleting pictures Playback Mode: Playback Mode: 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. 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.) Press the Playback button Press to delete displayed picture • Press again to enter the Recording Mode.
Viewing your pictures [NORMAL PLAY] Deleting pictures Playback Mode: Playback Mode: 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. 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.) Press the Playback button Press to delete displayed picture • Press again to enter the Recording Mode.
Changing recording information display Taking pictures with self-timer Recording Mode: You can switch between various information shown on the LCD monitor, such as guide lines and recording information. 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.
Changing recording information display Taking pictures with self-timer Recording Mode: You can switch between various information shown on the LCD monitor, such as guide lines and recording information. 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.
Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Touch on the Quick menu (→17) • You can also set by touching [FLASH] in the [REC] menu Touch the type of flash • Touch [EXIT] to return to the original screen. ●Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away when using the flash to take pictures of infants.
Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Touch on the Quick menu (→17) • You can also set by touching [FLASH] in the [REC] menu Touch the type of flash • Touch [EXIT] to return to the original screen. ●Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away when using the flash to take pictures of infants.
Taking close-up pictures Recording Mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF MACRO] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 10 cm (0.33 feet) for max. W). Touch on the Quick menu (→17) Taking pictures at even closer range To take even larger pictures of the subject, setting to [MACRO ZOOM] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF MACRO].
Taking close-up pictures Recording Mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF MACRO] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 10 cm (0.33 feet) for max. W). Touch on the Quick menu (→17) Taking pictures at even closer range To take even larger pictures of the subject, setting to [MACRO ZOOM] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF MACRO].
Taking pictures with the Touched Area in Focus (Touch AF Area Selection) Taking pictures with exposure compensation Recording Mode: Recording Mode: You can adjust the focus to the place on the screen you touch. Touch the subject • When the subject is recognized, the AF area is displayed and the camera focuses. • If is touched, Touch AF Area Selection is canceled. • Focusing may not work if you touch the edge of the screen.
Taking pictures with the Touched Area in Focus (Touch AF Area Selection) Taking pictures with exposure compensation Recording Mode: Recording Mode: You can adjust the focus to the place on the screen you touch. Touch the subject • When the subject is recognized, the AF area is displayed and the camera focuses. • If is touched, Touch AF Area Selection is canceled. • Focusing may not work if you touch the edge of the screen.
Taking pictures according to the scene Using flash in Scene Modes (→37) [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 Using flash in Scene Modes (→37) [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] (Continued) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Take pictures of yourself. Notes VQT2P49 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 [SELF indicator illuminates → press shutter button PORTRAIT] fully → review (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) • Focus: 30 cm - 1.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) How to select a scene (→42) Using flash in Scene Modes (→37) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Take pictures of yourself. Notes Tips • Press shutter button halfway → self-timer [SELF indicator illuminates → press shutter button PORTRAIT] fully → review (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) • Focus: 30 cm - 1.2 m (0.99 - 3.94 feet) (Max. W) • Do not use zoom (harder to focus). (Zoom moved to max.
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) How to select a scene (→42) Using flash in Scene Modes (→37) 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.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Enables continuous recording in dim locations. Touch a number of recording pixels (aspect ratio). [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. (→37) • Focus: Max. W: 10 cm (0.33 feet) and above Max. T : 50 cm (1.
Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] (Continued) How to select a scene (→42) Using flash in Scene Modes (→37) Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Enables continuous recording in dim locations. Touch a number of recording pixels (aspect ratio). [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. (→37) • Focus: Max. W: 10 cm (0.
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.
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.
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: ∗ ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.) ●The number of days elapsed is displayed for approx. 5 sec. when switching from Playback to Recording Mode or when power is turned on. ( displayed at bottom-right of screen) ●When destination is set in [WORLD TIME] (→54), days elapsed are calculated based on local destination time. ●If settings are made before departure date, number of days to departure are displayed in orange with a minus sign (but not recorded).
Useful features for travel (Continued) Recording Mode: ∗ ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.) ●The number of days elapsed is displayed for approx. 5 sec. when switching from Playback to Recording Mode or when power is turned on. ( displayed at bottom-right of screen) ●When destination is set in [WORLD TIME] (→54), days elapsed are calculated based on local destination time. ●If settings are made before departure date, number of days to departure are displayed in orange with a minus sign (but not recorded).
Using [REC] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) ‘Quick menu’ (→17) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. [FLASH] represent the aspect ratios of the still pictures. ● ●Extended Optical Zoom can be used for picture sizes indicated with . ●Extended Optical Zoom is not available during motion picture recording, when using [MACRO ZOOM], or in the Scene Modes [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.
Using [REC] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) ‘Quick menu’ (→17) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. represent the aspect ratios of the still pictures. ● ●Extended Optical Zoom can be used for picture sizes indicated with . ●Extended Optical Zoom is not available during motion picture recording, when using [MACRO ZOOM], or in the Scene Modes [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) [MACRO MODE] [AF MODE] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: / For details about the setting (→38) [WHITE BALANCE] / 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 (→15) [MACRO MODE] [AF MODE] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: / For details about the setting (→38) [WHITE BALANCE] / 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 (→15) [EXPOSURE] For details about the setting (→41) [BURST] Enables a rapid succession of still pictures to be taken. Succession of still pictures taken while shutter button is held down. ■ Mode: [COLOR MODE] Set color effects.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) [EXPOSURE] For details about the setting (→41) [COLOR MODE] Set color effects. ■ Mode: [BURST] Enables a rapid succession of still pictures to be taken. Succession of still pictures taken while shutter button is held down.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) [AF ASSIST LAMP] Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [OFF] : Lamp off (taking pictures of animals in dark, etc.) [ON] : Lamp illuminated with halfway press of shutter button ( and larger AF area displayed) ●Cannot be set in Motion Picture Recording Mode. The setting in other Recording Mode is applied. Lamp: Effective distance: 1.5 m (4.
Using [REC] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [REC] menu (→15) Entering Text When registering names in scene modes [BABY] and [PET] or [LOCATION] names in [TRAVEL DATE], use the following procedure to enter text. [AF ASSIST LAMP] (On the setting screen of each menu) Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [OFF] : Lamp off (taking pictures of animals in dark, etc.
Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) Watching motion pictures Playback Mode: Playback Mode: You can view 9 (or 18) pictures at once (Multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (Calendar playback). Motion pictures can be played back just as you view still pictures. Press the Playback button Press the Playback button Display the motion picture Motion picture recording time Set to multiple screen display Picture no. Total no.
Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) Watching motion pictures Playback Mode: Playback Mode: You can view 9 (or 18) pictures at once (Multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (Calendar playback). Motion pictures can be played back just as you view still pictures. Press the Playback button Press the Playback button Display the motion picture Motion picture recording time Set to multiple screen display Picture no. Total no.
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) Playback Mode: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button [SLIDE SHOW] Automatically play still pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Touch a playback method • [ALL] : Playback of all still pictures • [CATEGORY SELECTION] : Touch a category to play • [FAVORITE] : Play still pictures set as [FAVORITE] (displayed only when [FAVORITE] still pictures have been set and setting is [ON]).
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) Playback Mode: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button [SLIDE SHOW] Automatically play still pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Touch a playback method • [ALL] : Playback of all still pictures • [CATEGORY SELECTION] : Touch a category to play • [FAVORITE] : Play still pictures set as [FAVORITE] (displayed only when [FAVORITE] still pictures have been set and setting is [ON]).
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) For details about the switching Playback Mode procedure (→66) (Continued) Playback Mode: ■Operations during Slide Show Touch the screen to display the operations icon. • If there is no operation for about 2 seconds, the operations icon goes out.
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) For details about the switching Playback Mode procedure (→66) (Continued) Playback Mode: ■Operations during Slide Show Touch the screen to display the operations icon. • If there is no operation for about 2 seconds, the operations icon goes out.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: ■Items that can be stamped For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) [TEXT STAMP] Stamps the recording date or text you have registered in the [BABY] and [PET] Scene Modes or [TRAVEL DATE] on still pictures. Ideal when printing pictures at regular size.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: ■Items that can be stamped For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) [TEXT STAMP] Stamps the recording date or text you have registered in the [BABY] and [PET] Scene Modes or [TRAVEL DATE] on still pictures. Ideal when printing pictures at regular size.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: ■[MULTI] [CROPPING] Touch [MULTI] in step (→71) Select a still picture and touch [OK] (up to 50 pictures) Select the size after shrinking Resize setting • To cancel → Touch [CANCEL] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: ■[MULTI] [CROPPING] Touch [MULTI] in step (→71) Select a still picture and touch [OK] (up to 50 pictures) Select the size after shrinking Resize setting • To cancel → Touch [CANCEL] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: [ROTATE DISP.] [PRINT SET] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. Set-up: Press [MENU] → [PLAYBACK] menu → Touch [ROTATE DISP.] Touch [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 (→15) Playback Mode: [ROTATE DISP.] [PRINT SET] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. Set-up: Press [MENU] → [PLAYBACK] menu → Touch [ROTATE DISP.] Touch [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 (→15) Playback Mode: [PROTECT] [COPY] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press [MENU]→ [PLAYBACK] menu → Touch [PROTECT] Touch [SINGLE] or [MULTI] You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card.
Using [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [PLAYBACK] menu (→15) Playback Mode: [PROTECT] [COPY] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press [MENU]→ [PLAYBACK] menu → Touch [PROTECT] Touch [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 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.
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.
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, 34).
List of LCD monitor displays Press the [DISPLAY] button to change display (→7, 34).
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. (→22) [THIS MEMORY CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED] [INSERT SD CARD AGAIN] ● Unlock the write-protect switch on the card.
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. (→22) [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 (→11), or needs recharging. The power cuts off during use. ● Battery needs recharging. ● Camera is set to [AUTO POWER OFF]. (→20) → Press the Power button to turn the power on again. Recording Cannot record pictures. ● The camera is in Playback Mode. → Press the Playback button to switch to Recording Mode. ● The lens cover is closed. → Open the lens cover.
Q&A Troubleshooting Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. ● Battery is not inserted correctly (→11), or needs recharging. The power cuts off during use. ● Battery needs recharging. ● Camera is set to [AUTO POWER OFF]. (→20) → Press the Power button to turn the power on again. Recording Cannot record pictures. ● The camera is in Playback Mode. → Press the Playback button to switch to Recording Mode. ● The lens cover is closed. → Open the lens cover.
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) 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 pictures appears on TV. Pictures blurred or not colored. ● Not connected correctly. (→83) ● 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. ● Card is inserted into TV.
Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) TV, computer, printer No pictures appears on TV. Pictures blurred or not colored. ● Not connected correctly. (→83) ● 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. ● Card is inserted into TV.
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.).
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. (→56) ●When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, ‘+99999’ is displayed.
●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. (→56) ●When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, ‘+99999’ is displayed.
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