DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 1 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FX700 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please also refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.
VQT2X83~Safety_eng.fm 2 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午後４時４８分 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source.
VQT2X83~Safety_eng.fm 3 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午後４時４８分 Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. • USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
VQT2X83~Safety_eng.fm 4 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午後４時４８分 FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
VQT2X83~Safety_eng.fm 5 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午後４時４８分 DMC-FX700 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
VQT2X83~Safety_eng.fm 6 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午後４時４８分 Battery charger This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. ∫ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 7 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Contents Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 3 Standard Accessories ................................................................................... 8 Names of the Components ........................................................................... 9 How to Use the Touch Panel ...................................................................... 11 Charging the Battery ......
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 8 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of July 2010. These may be subject to change. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) USB Connection Cable AV Cable CD-ROM • Software: Use it to install the software to your PC.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 9 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Names of the Components 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Flash Lens Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp Hand strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the hand strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 10 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時１４分 15 Lens barrel 16 [HDMI] socket 17 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 18 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. 19 Card/Battery door 20 Release lever 21 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 11 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時１０分 How to Use the Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Operation or settings are performed by directly touching the icons displayed on the LCD monitor (touch panel) or by moving while touching the touch panel (dragging) using your fingers or the supplied stylus pen. Touch the screen To touch and release the touch panel. Drag A movement without releasing the touch panel.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 12 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Note • The touch panel does not operate when the LCD monitor is turned off. • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) • Apply a little extra pressure when touching if you have a commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it is not responding well.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 13 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCF10PP. 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.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 14 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging will start. The [CHARGE] indicator A of the charger will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 15 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 About the Built-in Memory/the Card Built-in Memory • Memory size: Approx. 40 MB • The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the card being used becomes full. • The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 16 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCF10PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 17 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. Touch [CLOCK SET]. Touch the items you wish to set (Year/ Month/Day/Hours/Minutes), and set using [3]/[4]. • Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date and time. Touch [SET] to set. Touch [SET]. • Touch [CANCEL] to return to the settings screen.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 18 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Setting the Menu This section describes how to select the Program AE Mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, [PLAYBACK] Mode menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Program AE Mode Press [MENU] to display the menu. Touch [AF MODE]. Touch [š]. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 19 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode Turn the camera on. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B [MODE] button Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch the mode. ∫ List of [REC] Modes ¦ [INTELLIGENT AUTO] The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. » [PROGRAM AE] The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 20 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 [REC] Mode: ñ Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE].
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 21 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. > ¦ [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] • Only when [ ] is selected [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-SUNSET] [i-BABY] • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 22 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 [REC] Mode: ³ Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (³: Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [REC] menu. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B [MODE] button Touch [PROGRAM AE].
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 23 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Touch [ ]. Adjust the exposure by touching the slide bar. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure. Touch [EXIT] to finish. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 24 ページ ２０１０年７月１２日 月曜日 午後７時５０分 [REC] Mode: ± Taking Pictures with Set Aperture (±: Aperture-priority AE) Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch [APERTURE PRIORITY]. Touch [APERTURE VALUE] A. A Drag the aperture set bar B. Touch [ ] to close the Quick Menu. Take the pictures.
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 25 ページ ２０１０年７月１２日 月曜日 午後７時５０分 [REC] Mode: ´ Taking Pictures with Set Shutter Speed (´: Shutter-priority AE) When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set to a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch [SHUTTER PRIORITY]. Touch [SHUTTER SPEED] A. A Drag the shutter speed set bar B. Touch [ ] to close the Quick Menu.
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 26 ページ ２０１０年７月１２日 月曜日 午後７時５０分 [REC] Mode: ² Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually (²: Manual exposure) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch [MANUAL EXPOSURE]. Touch [APERTURE VALUE] A or [SHUTTER SPEED] B. A B Drag the aperture set bar C or shutter speed set bar D. D C Touch [ ] to close the Quick Menu. Take the pictures.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 27 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. Pictures recorded in Burst Mode will be recorded as a burst picture group. Touch [ ]. Touch the item.
VQT2X83~Body1_eng.fm 28 ページ ２０１０年７月１２日 月曜日 午前９時１２分 [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. A Motion picture button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch C [MODE] button Touch the mode. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 29 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. • After selecting the motion picture, touch [ ] to start playback. [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. (For example, if you delete a burst picture group with [˜], all the pictures in that group are deleted.
VQT2X83~Body2_eng.fm 30 ページ ２０１０年７月１２日 月曜日 午後７時２２分 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) • You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating instructions and want to progress to advanced operations. • You want to check the Troubleshooting. In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied). ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 31 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 ∫ When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click B and then follow the messages on the screen to install.
VQT2X83~Body3_eng.fm 32 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１１時４０分 Specifications Digital Camera: Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels: Image sensor: Lens: Digital zoom: Extended optical zoom: Focus range: Shutter system: 32 VQT2X83 (ENG) Information for your safety DC 5.1 V 1.4 W (When recording) 1.0 W (When playing back) 14,100,000 pixels 1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 15,100,000 pixels, Primary color filter Optical 5kzoom, fl4.3 mm to 21.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 33 ページ Burst recording For mechanical shutter: For electronic shutter: During motion picture recording: Minimum illuminance: Shutter speed: Exposure (AE): Metering mode: LCD monitor: Flash: Microphone: Speaker: Recording media: ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Burst speed (Burst number/maximum recordable pixels) 2 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M), 5 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M), 10 frames/sec (Max. 15 frames/14 M) 40 frames/sec (Max. 50 frames/5 M), 60 frames/sec (Max.
VQT2X83~Body3_eng.fm 34 ページ Interface Digital: Analog video/ audio: ２０１０年７月１３日 火曜日 午後４時５０分 “USB 2.0” (High Speed) NTSC Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin) [HDMI]: MiniHDMI TypeC Dimensions: Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k55.8 mm (H)k24.5 mm (D) [4.08q (W)k2.20q(H)k0.97q (D)] (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (weight): Approx. 176 g/0.39 lb (with card and battery) Approx. 155 g/0.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 35 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A59B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V Output: 4.2 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A 0.65 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCF10PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.
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DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 37 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling 6.95 Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 38 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 39 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us.panasonic.com When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 40 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 41 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/help or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
DMC-FX700P-VQT2X83_eng.book 42 ページ ２０１０年７月８日 木曜日 午前１０時４分 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
