Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-TS3
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this camera are
contained in “Owner’s Manual for
advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
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Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit.
• Do not expose accessories (battery pack, battery charger, AC adaptor,
SD memory card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories.
• Use only the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
∫ Product identification marking
Product
Location
Digital camera
Battery charger
Bottom
Bottom
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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. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer
or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
Panasonic
DMC-TS3
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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∫ 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.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes,
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC
(140 oF) or incinerate.
∫ About the battery charger
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT
IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
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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.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15; optional).
Part numbers: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet)
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
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.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
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-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety ...........................................................................3
Standard Accessories ...................................................................................9
When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation) ................................10
(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera ..............................11
Names of the Components .........................................................................16
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................18
• Charging ...............................................................................................18
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ..........19
About the Built-in Memory/the Card............................................................20
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.............................21
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).....................................................................22
• Changing the clock setting....................................................................23
Selecting the [Rec] Mode............................................................................24
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode).........................................................................25
• Scene Detection....................................................................................26
Recording Motion Pictures..........................................................................27
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) ........................................................28
Deleting Pictures.........................................................................................28
• To delete a single picture......................................................................28
Setting the Menu.........................................................................................29
Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)................................................30
Specifications..............................................................................................32
Digital Camera Accessory System..............................................................36
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form .......................................................37
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) .....................38
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Please be sure to read “(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and
Anti-shock Performance of the Camera” (P11) before using this unit
underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause
water to seep in.
Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.
1
Battery Pack
1
2
(Indicated as battery pack or
battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
Battery Charger
2
(Indicated as battery charger or
charger in the text)
USB Connection Cable
AV Cable
DMW-BCF10PP
DE-A59B
3
4
3
4
5
CD-ROM
• Software:
Use it to install the software to your
PC.
• Owner’s Manual
Brush
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K1HY08YY0018
5
6
6
7
Hand Strap
• Supplied accessories are not waterproof
(excluding strap).
• Keep the Brush out of reach of children
to prevent swallowing.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated
as card in the text.
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• The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures
on the built-in memory when you are
not using a card.
VFC4393
• For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera
Accessory System”.
• If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts
department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining
replacement parts.
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When inner side of the lens is fogged
(condensation)
It is not a malfunction or failure of the camera. It may
be caused by the environment in which the camera is
used.
What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged
• Turn off the power and open the side door in a place
with constant ambient temperature, away from high
temperatures, humidity, sand and dust. The fog will
disappear naturally in 10 minutes to 2 hours with the
side door open when the temperature of the camera
gets close to the ambient temperature.
• Contact Panasonic’s Service Center if the fogging does not disappear.
Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged
Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when the
camera is used in areas that undergo a significant change in temperature or in
high humidity, such as the following:
• When the camera is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot beach
etc.
• When the camera is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as at a
ski resort or at high altitude
• When the side door is opened in a high-humidity environment
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(Important) About the Waterproof/
Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of
the Camera
Waterproof/Dustproof Performance
This camera’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the “IPX8” and
“IP6X” ratings. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines described
in this document are strictly followed, this camera can operate
underwater, to a depth not exceeding 12 m (40 feet) for a time not
exceeding 60 minutes. (¢1)
Anti-shock Performance
This camera also complies with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”.
The camera has cleared a drop test from a height of 2 m (6.6 feet) onto
3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plywood. In most cases this camera should not
sustain any damage if dropped from a height not exceeding 2 m
(6.6 feet). (¢2)
This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in
all conditions.
¢1 This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in
specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by
Panasonic.
¢2 “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test method standard of the U.S.
Defense Department, which specifies performing drop tests from a height of
122 cm (4.0 feet), at 26 orientations (8 corners, 12 ridges, 6 faces) using 5
sets of devices, and passing the 26 orientation drops within 5 devices. (If
failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to pass the drop orientation
test within a total of 5 devices)
Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method
516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4.0 feet)
to 200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick plyboard. This drop
test was passed.
(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion of the
part where drop impact is applied.)
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∫ Handling of the camera
• Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of
being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be
inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Center to verify that the
waterproofing is still effective.
• When the camera is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath additive,
sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
• Waterproof function of the camera is for sea water and fresh water only.
• Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not be covered
by the warranty.
• The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.
• Supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding strap).
• Card and battery are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not
insert wet card or battery into the camera.
• Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where temperature is
very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very high [above 40 oC
(104 °F)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a heater, on the beach, etc.
Waterproof performance may be degraded.
∫ About the [Precautions] demonstration display
• [Precautions] is displayed when the power is turned on for the first time after
purchase, with the side door completely closed.
• Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof performance.
1
Press 2 to select [Yes], and press [MENU/SET].
• It will automatically skip to the clock setting screen if [No] is selected before
it starts.
2
Press 2/1 to select the picture.
2: Return to the previous screen
1: View the next screen
• It can be forcefully ended by pressing [MENU/SET].
• When it is forcefully ended while checking by turning the power off or
pressing [MENU/SET], [Precautions] is displayed every time the power is
turned on.
After the final screen (12/12), press [MENU/SET] to finish.
• When [MENU/SET] is pressed after the final screen (12/12), [Precautions]
is not displayed from the next time the power is turned on.
3
• This can also be viewed from [Precautions] in the [Setup] menu.
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Check before using underwater
Do not open or close the side door in places with sand and dust, close to
water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may cause water leaks.
1
Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner side of the side door.
• If there is any foreign object, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the
surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing malfunction.
•
Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any liquid.
It may cause water leaks and malfunction if you use the camera with liquid adhered.
• If there is any foreign material, remove with supplied brush.
• Be extremely careful to remove the small pieces of sand etc. that may have
adhere to the sides and corners of the rubber seal.
• Remove large foreign objects, wet sand, etc., using the shorter (harder)
side of the brush.
A Brush (supplied)
B Side door
2
3
Check for cracks and deformation of the rubber seal on the side door.
• The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use
and age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera the seals should be
replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for
related costs and other information.
Close the side door securely.
• Lock the [LOCK] switch securely until the red part is no longer visible.
• To prevent water seeping into the camera, be careful not to trap foreign
objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc.
C: Red part
D: [LOCK] switch (gray part)
E: Released state
F: Locked state
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Using the camera underwater
• Use the camera underwater at a depth of up to 12 m (40 feet) with the water
temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF to 104 °F).
• Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung).
• Do not use the camera at a depth of over 12 m (40 feet).
• Do not use it in the hot water over 40 oC (104 °F) (in the bath or hot spring).
• Do not use the camera underwater for longer than 60 minutes continuously.
• Do not open or close the side door.
• Do not apply shock to the camera underwater. (Waterproof performance may not
be maintained, and there is a chance of a water leak.)
• Do not dive into the water holding the camera. Do not use the camera in a
location where the water will splash strongly, such as near rapids or waterfalls.
(Strong water pressure may be applied, and it may cause malfunction.)
• The camera will sink in the water. Take care not to drop the camera and lose it
underwater by securely placing the strap around your wrist or similar measure.
Caring of the camera after using it underwater
Do not open or close the side door until the sand and dust is removed by
rinsing the camera with water.
Make sure to clean the camera after using it.
• Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on your hands,
body, hair, etc.
• It is recommended to clean the camera indoors, avoiding places where water
spray or sand may fall.
Do not leave the camera uncared for more than 60 minutes after using it
underwater.
• Leaving the camera with foreign objects or saline matter on it may cause
damage, discoloration, corrosion, unusual odour, or deterioration of the
waterproof performance.
1
Rinse with water with the side door
closed.
• After use at the seaside or underwater,
soak the unit in fresh water pooled in a
shallow container for 10 minutes or less.
• If the zoom button or camera [OFF/ON]
button do not move smoothly, it may be
caused by an adhesion of foreign
objects. Using in such a state may cause
malfunctions, such as locking up, so wash off any foreign objects by
shaking the camera in fresh water.
• Bubbles may come out of the drainage hole when you immerse the camera
in water, but this is not a malfunction.
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2
3
Drain water by holding the camera
upside down and shaking it lightly a
few times.
• After using the camera at the seaside or
under water, or after washing it, water
will remain at the speaker site of the
camera for a while and it may cause
lower sound or sound distortion.
• Fasten the strap firmly to prevent the
camera from dropping.
Wipe off water drops on the camera
with a dry soft cloth and dry the
camera in a shaded area which is
well ventilated.
• Dry the camera by standing it on a dry
cloth. This unit incorporates drain
design, draining water in gaps in the
camera [OFF/ON] button and zoom button etc.
• Do not dry the camera with hot air from dryer or similar. Waterproof
performance will deteriorate due to deformation.
• Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser, or
soap or detergents.
Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the side door, and
wipe off any water droplets or sand left inside using a soft dry
cloth.
4
• Water droplets may adhere to the card or battery when the side door is
opened without thoroughly drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap
around the card/battery compartment or the terminal connector. Be sure to
wipe any water off with a soft dry cloth.
• The water droplets may seep into the camera when the side door is closed
while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure.
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Names of the Components
1
2
Flash
1
2
3
Self-timer indicator/
AF Assist Lamp/LED light
Lens
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
LCD monitor
Speaker
Zoom button
Playback button
[MODE] button
[MENU/SET] button
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 [Q.MENU]/Delete/Cancel button
11 [DISP.] button
10
11
12
12 Cursor buttons
A: 3/Exposure compensation
Auto Bracket
MENU
/SET
B: 4/Macro Mode
AF Tracking
C: 2/Self-timer
D: 1/Flash setting
In this Owner’s Manual, the cursor buttons are described as shown in
the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.
e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button
MENU
/SET
or
Press 4
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13 Motion picture button
14 Shutter button
131415 16 17
15 Camera [OFF/ON] button
16 GPS antenna
17 Microphone
18 GPS status indicator
18
19
19 Tripod receptacle
20 [HDMI] socket
21 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
20
21
22 Strap eyelet
22
23
24
• Be sure to attach the strap when using the
camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
23 Release lever
ロヰヤレ
24 [LOCK] switch
25
25 Side door
• 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).
• It is recommended to use a fully charged
battery or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP;
optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC4;
optional) when recording motion pictures.
• If while recording motion pictures using the
AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off
due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor
is disconnected etc., the motion picture
being recorded will not be recorded.
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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.
There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or
explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or
failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To
ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine
Panasonic battery pack is used.
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
Charging
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery
before use.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
Attach the battery paying
attention to the direction of the
battery.
Connect the charger to the
electrical outlet.
• Disconnect the charger from the
electrical socket and detach the battery
90
after charging is completed.
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∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator A will turn off once the charging has completed without
any problem.
• When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge
the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF
to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe off the
dirt with a dry cloth.
∫ Charging time
Charging time
Approx. 130 min
Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
Number of recordable
Approx. 310 pictures
pictures
Recording time
Approx. 155 min
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
• CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
• Normal Picture Mode
• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.
• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
• Using the supplied battery.
• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical
Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
• Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
• Changing the zoom magnification from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every
recording.
• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature
of the battery decreases.
• Not using the GPS function.
Playback time
Approx. 300 min
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About the Built-in Memory/the Card
Built-in Memory
• You can copy the recorded pictures to a card.
• Memory size: Approx. 19 MB
•
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.)
Type of card which
can be used with this
unit
Remarks
¢
SD Memory Card
(8 MB to 2 GB)
• Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4”
or higher when recording motion pictures in
[AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class
with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion
pictures in [Motion JPEG].
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB)
• SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC
Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible
equipment.
• SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC
Memory Card compatible equipment.
• Check that the PC and other equipment are
compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards.
SDXC.html
• Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used.
¢
SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check
via the label on the card, etc.
e.g.:
• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
(This Site is English only.)
Note
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery
• Check that this unit is turned off.
• Confirm that there is no foreign object.
• We recommend using a Panasonic card.
1:Slide the [LOCK] switch B, and
release the lock.
2:Slide the release lever A and
open the side door.
• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(DMW-BCF10PP).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
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モ ヵ リ ヨ リ
モ ヷ チ ヰ ヶ ヵ チ バ チ ュ
Battery: Being careful about the
battery orientation, insert all the way
until you hear a locking sound and
then check that it is locked by lever
C. Pull the lever C in the direction
of the arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it securely all the way
until you hear a “click” while being
careful about the direction in which you insert it. To
remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the
card out upright.
D: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.
Close the side door until it clicks,
and then lock the [LOCK] switch by
sliding it toward [1].
• Confirm that the red part on the release
lever is not showing.
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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Press the [OFF/ON] button.
• [Precautions] is displayed. Be sure to check this so that you can maintain
the waterproof performance. [Please set the clock] is displayed by
selecting [No] before it starts or by pressing [MENU/SET] after viewing
the last screen (12/12).
For details about the [Precautions] demo, refer to P12.
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 2/1 to select the items (year,
month, day, hour, minute, display
sequence or time display format), and
press 3/4 to set.
• You can cancel without setting the clock by
pressing [
].
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Press [MENU/SET] to set.
• A setting screen for automatic clock correction is displayed.
Select [Yes] to automatically correct the clock, and then
press [MENU/SET].
• [GPS Setting] will be set to [ON], and the clock is automatically corrected
to the current time.
Press [MENU/SET] in the message display screen.
Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then press
[MENU/SET].
Changing the clock setting
Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET].
• It can be changed in steps 3 and 4 to set the clock.
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Selecting the [Rec] Mode
Press [MODE].
Press 3/4/2/1 to select the mode.
Press [MENU/SET].
∫ List of [Rec] Modes
!
Normal Picture Mode
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
Intelligent Auto Mode
¦
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Sports Mode
Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc.
Snow Mode
This allows you to take pictures that show the snow as white as possible at a ski
resort or a snow-covered mountain.
Beach & Snorkeling Mode
This mode is optimal for taking pictures underwater and at the beach.
Underwater Mode
This is optimal for taking pictures underwater deeper than 12 m (40 feet) by the
use of the marine case (DMW-MCFT3; optional)
Û
Scene Mode
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
3D Photo Mode
Takes a 3D picture.
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[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.
Press [MODE].
Press 3/4/2/1 to select
[Intelligent Auto], and then press
[MENU/SET].
1
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus and then press it fully to take
the picture.
1 Focus indication
• The AF area 2is displayed around the
subject’s face by the Face Detection function.
In other cases, it is displayed at the point on
the subject which is in focus.
2
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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]
[i-Night Scenery]
[i-Sunset]
• Only when [
] is selected
[i-Baby]
• [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are
set.
• When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s
face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection)
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[Rec] Mode: ñ·
¿
Recording Motion Pictures
This can record full high definition motion pictures that are compatible with the
AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG.
Audio will be recorded in monaural.
A
Start recording by pressing the
motion picture button.
A
B
Available recording time
Elapsed recording time
• You can record motion pictures fitting each
Recording Mode.
• Release the motion picture button right after
you press it.
B C
• The recording state indicator (red) C will flash
while recording motion pictures.
Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button
again.
Note
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [GFS]/[FSH] in
[AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds.
• Motion picture recorded continuously in [Motion JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the
maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.
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[Playback] Mode: ¸
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])
Press [(].
• Normal Playback is displayed automatically
when the power is turned on by pressing and
holding the [(] button.
Press 2 or 1.
• After selecting the motion picture, press 3 to
start playback.
[Playback] Mode: ¸
Deleting Pictures
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.
• Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, that are being played back will be
deleted.
To delete a single picture
Select the picture to be deleted, and
then press [
].
• Confirmation screen is displayed.
Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].
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Setting the Menu
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 3/4/2/1 to select menu and
then press [MENU/SET].
Press 3/4 to select the menu item
and then press [MENU/SET].
• It will switch to next page when you reach the
bottom. (It will also switch by pressing the
zoom button)
• Screen to the right is an example of selecting
[AF Mode] in [Rec] mode Menu.
Press 3/4 to select the setting and
then press [MENU/SET].
• Depending on the menu item, its setting may
not appear or it may be displayed in a different
way.
• Screen at right is an example to set the
[AF Mode] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š]
(Face Detection).
∫ Close the menu
Press [
] several times or press the shutter button halfway.
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Reading the Owner’s Manual
(PDF format)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are
contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF
format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it to your PC to read it.
∫ For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the
Owner’s Manual (supplied).
Click the [Owner’s Manual].
Select the desired language
and then click [Owner’s
Manual] to install.
A To return to the install menu.
Double click the “Owner’s
Manual” shortcut icon on the
desktop.
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∫ When the Owner’s Manual (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 Owner’s Manual (PDF format).
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied), click B and then
follow the messages on the screen to install.
(Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP3/Windows Vista SP2/
Windows 7)
• You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with
your OS from the following website.
∫ To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.
• When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the
[Show the contents of this folder] to display them.
∫ For Macintosh
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the
Owner’s Manual (supplied).
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy
the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder.
Double click the PDF file to open it.
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Specifications
Digital Camera:
Information for your safety
Power Source:
DC 5.1 V
Power
Consumption:
1.4 W (When recording)
0.7 W (When playing back)
Camera effective
pixels
12,100,000 pixels
Image sensor
1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,500,000 pixels,
Primary color filter
Lens
Optical 4.6kzoom, fl4.9 mm to 22.8 mm (35 mm film
camera equivalent: 28 mm to 128 mm)/F3.3 (Wide) to
F5.9 (Tele)
Digital zoom
Max. 4k
Extended optical
zoom
Max. 9.1k (When set to 3,000,000 pixels [3M] or less)
Focus range
Normal
Macro/
30 cm (0.99 feet) to ¶
5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/30 cm
Intelligent auto/ (0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶
Motion Picture
Scene Mode
There may be differences in the above
settings.
Shutter system
Burst recording
Burst speed
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter
Approx. 3.7 pictures/second
Max. 7 pictures
Number of
recordable
pictures
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Hi-speed burst
Burst speed
Approx. 10 pictures/second (Speed priority)
Approx. 7 pictures/second (Image priority)
3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9), 2.5M (1:1) is selected as
the picture size.
Number of
recordable
pictures
When using the built-in memory:
Approx. 15 pictures (immediately after formatting)
When using a Card: Max. 100 pictures (differs depending
on the type of Card and the recording conditions)
Minimum
Illumination
Approx. 12 lx (when i-low light is used, the shutter speed
is 1/30th of a second)
Shutter speed
Exposure (AE)
8 seconds to 1/1300th of a second
[Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds
Program AE
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)
Metering mode
LCD monitor
Multiple
2.7q TFT LCD
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Flash range
Approx. 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 5.6 m (18.4 feet)
(Wide, [ISO AUTO] is set)
Microphone
Speaker
Monaural
Monaural
Recording media
Built-in Memory (Approx. 19 MB)/SD Memory Card/
SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card
Recording file
format
Still Picture
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,
based on “Exif 2.3” standard, DPOF corresponding)/
MPO
Motion pictures
with audio
AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG
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Interface
Digital
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)
Analog video
audio
NTSC,
Audio line output (monaural)
Terminal
[AV OUT/
DIGITAL]
Dedicated jack (8 pin)
MicroHDMI TypeD
[HDMI]
Dimensions
Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k64 mm (H)k26.5 mm (D)
(excluding the
projecting parts)
[4.07q(W)k2.52q(H)k1.04q(D)]
Mass (weight)
Approx. 197 g/0.434 lb (with card and battery)
Approx. 175 g/0.386 lb (excluding card and battery)
Operating
j10 oC¢ to 40 oC (14 oF¢ to 104 oF)
temperature
¢
The performance of the battery (number of
recordable pictures/operating time) may decrease
temporarily when using the camera in a temperature
between j10 oC to 0 oC (14 oF to 32 oF) (at the cold
climate such as ski resorts).
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH
Language select
Bearing sensor
[ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]
8 bearing detection (with angular position correction
function by the 3 axes acceleration sensor, with
automatic declination correction, and with automatic
offset adjustment function)
Atmospheric
pressure/altitude
sensor
Atmospheric
pressure
Measurement range 300 hPa to 1100 hPa, with 24 hour
memory function in 1 hPa unit (every 1.5 hours)
Altitude
Convert atmospheric pressure to altitude using
International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), accuracy:
j5 m (–16.4 feet) to i5 m (16.4 feet)
Depth
GPS
Displays in 3 levels (displays 0 m (0 feet) to 12 m
(40 feet) in 3 levels)
Reception frequency: 1575.42 MHz (C/A code)
Geographical coordinate system: WGS84
Waterproof
performance
Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IPX8”.
(Usable for 60 minutes in 12 m (40 feet) water depth)
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Crash resistance
perfomance
The test method of the camera is in compliance with
“MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” .
¢
¢
“MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test
method standard of the U.S. Defense Department,
which specifies performing drop tests from a height
of 122 cm (4.0 feet), at 26 orientations (8 corners,
12 ridges, 6 faces) using 5 sets of devices, and
passing the 26 orientation drops within 5 devices.
(If failure occurs during the test, a new set is used to
pass the drop orientation test within a total of 5
devices)
• Panasonic’s test method is based on the above
“MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the
drop height was changed from 122 cm (4.0 feet) to
200 cm (6.6 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet) thick
plyboard. This drop test was passed.
(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint
or distortion of the part where drop impact is applied.)
There is no guarantee of not breaking or
malfunctioning under all conditions.
Dustproof
Equivalent to IEC 60529 “IP6X”.
performance
Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A59B):
Information for your safety
Input:
110 V to 240 V
4.2 V 0.65 A
50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output:
Operating
temperature:
¢
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF¢ to 104 oF)
¢
The battery cannot be recharged in a temperature
less than 0 oC (32 oF). (The [CHARGE] indicator
blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.)
Equipment mobility:
Movable
Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCF10PP):
Information for your safety
Voltage/capacity:
3.6 V/940 mAh
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Digital Camera Accessory System
Accessory#
Illustration
Description
DMW-BCF10PP
Battery Pack
DMW-AC5PP
AC Adaptor
DMW-DCC4
RP-CHEU15
DC Coupler
HDMI micro Cable
DMW-MCFT3
Marine Case
RP-SDW64GU1K
RP-SDW48GU1K
RP-SDW32GU1K
RP-SDW16GU1K
RP-SDW08GU1K
RP-SDW04GU1K
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
RP-SDN16GU1A
RP-SDN08GU1A
RP-SDN04GU1A
RP-SDN02GU1A
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.
¢
The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic
DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
• NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries.
Consult your local dealer.
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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
Total Enclosed
6.95
3. Method of payment (check one)
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISA
Credit Card #
MasterCard
Discover
Expiration Date
Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
Phone#:
First
Last
(
)
Day
Street Address
City
(
)
Night
State
Zip
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF
THE FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER
OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY
ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
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Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name
Digital Still Camera
Parts
1 year
Labor
1 year
CCD
6 months
90 days
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable
Battery Pack (defective exchange)
90 days
Not Applicable
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
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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.
When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at
most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return
address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid
registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF
OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND
PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR
OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor,
or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage,
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service
by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or
damage that is attributable to acts of God.
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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.
The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
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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:
or, contact us via the web at:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic
Products by visiting our Web Site at:
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal
Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
As of December 2010
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• 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.
• VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
• This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a
registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.
Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions
are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.
•
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal
and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with
the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity
and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Panasonic Corporation 2011
Printed in Japan
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