Panasonic Lumix DMC FP5 User Manual

Basic Operating Instructions  
Digital Camera  
Model No.  
DMC-FP5  
Before use, please read these instructions  
completely.  
More detailed instructions  
on the operation of this  
camera are contained in  
“Operating Instructions for Advanced Features  
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install  
it on your PC to read it.  
Model number sufx “EB” denotes UK model.  
VQT3F15  
H0111AF0  
EB  
Caution for AC Mains Lead  
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.  
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your  
safety and convenience.  
A 5-ampere fuse is tted in this plug.  
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse  
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.  
Check for the ASTA mark  
or the BSI mark  
on the body of the fuse.  
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is  
retted when the fuse is replaced.  
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement  
cover is obtained.  
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.  
CAUTION!  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET  
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED  
AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.  
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT  
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.  
If a new plug is to be tted please observe the wiring code as stated below.  
If in any doubt please consult a qualied electrician.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the  
following code:  
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.  
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings  
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal  
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.  
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal  
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.  
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH  
TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE  
EARTH SYMBOL  
OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.  
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.  
Before use  
Remove the connector cover.  
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How to replace the fuse  
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug  
(gures A and B). Conrm the AC mains plug tted and follow the  
instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.  
1. Open the fuse cover with a  
screwdriver.  
2. Replace the fuse and close or  
attach the fuse cover.  
Figure A  
Figure B  
Figure A  
Figure B  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
Fuse cover  
About the battery pack  
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 ame.  
• 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 re, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above  
60°C 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.  
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH  
NEWSPAPERS,TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.  
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS  
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.  
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.  
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• The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power  
supply cord is connected.  
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is  
connected to an electrical outlet.  
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment  
and used Batteries  
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or  
accompanying documents mean that used electrical and  
electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with  
general household waste.  
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old  
products and used batteries, please take them to applicable  
collection points, in accordance with your national  
legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.  
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you  
will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential  
negative effects on human health and the environment which  
could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.  
For more information about collection and recycling of  
old products and batteries, please contact your local  
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of  
sale where you purchased the items.  
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this  
waste, in accordance with national legislation.  
For business users in the European Union  
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment,  
please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.  
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside  
the European Union]  
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If  
you wish to discard these items, please contact your local  
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.  
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):  
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical  
symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by  
the Directive for the chemical involved.  
Cd  
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Cautions for Use  
• Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.  
• 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 elds 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-AC5E: 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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Contents  
Information for Your Safety....................................................................2  
Standard Accessories...........................................................................8  
Names of the Components.................................................................10  
How to Use the Touch Panel...............................................................12  
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................14  
About the Built-in Memory / the Card .................................................17  
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) / the Battery ..................18  
Setting Date / Time (Clock Set) ..........................................................19  
• Changing the clock setting...........................................................19  
Setting the Menu ................................................................................20  
Recording Sequence..........................................................................21  
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function  
(4: Intelligent Auto Mode)............................................................22  
• Scene Detection...........................................................................23  
Tracking moving subjects and focus (AF Tracking).......................23  
Recording Motion Pictures .................................................................24  
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])................................................25  
Deleting Pictures ................................................................................25  
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ..............................26  
Specications .....................................................................................28  
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Standard Accessories  
Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.  
Product numbers are correct as of January 2011. These may be  
subject to change.  
1
Battery Packꢀ  
(Battery Pack is indicated  
as battery pack or battery  
in the text.)  
Charge the battery before  
use.  
1
3
5
NCA-YN101H 2 DE-A92A  
2
Battery Charger  
(Battery Charger is  
indicated as battery  
charger or charger in the  
text.)  
AC mains lead  
USB Connection Cable  
AV Cable  
K2CT3YY00034  
4
K1HY08YY0019  
3
4
5
6
K1HY08YY0020 6 VFF0745  
CD-ROM  
• Software:  
Use it to install the  
software to your PC.  
• Operating Instructions  
Hand Strap  
7 VFC4297  
8 VGQ0C14  
7
8
Stylus Pen  
When you purchase a spare battery, buy the optional battery (DMW-  
BCK7E).  
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are  
indicated as card in the text.  
Card is optional.  
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory  
when you are not using a card.  
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the  
supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)  
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Sales and Support Information  
Customer Care Centre  
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852  
• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333  
• E-mail: [email protected]  
Technical Support for AV Software  
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869  
• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333  
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK  
• For customers: 0844 844 3856  
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and  
condence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00  
a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)  
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at  
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.  
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided  
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.  
• It couldn’t be simpler!  
• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range  
of nished products, take a browse on our website for further details.  
Optional Accessories  
• DC Coupler: DMW-DCC10  
• AC Adaptor: DMW-AC5E  
• SDXC Memory Card  
64 GB: RP-SDW64GE1K  
SDHC Memory Card  
48 GB: RP-SDW48GE1K  
32 GB: RP-SDW32GE1K/RP-SDQ32GE1K  
24 GB: RP-SDQ24GE1K  
16 GB: RP-SDW16GE1K/RP-SDQ16GE1K/RP-SDN16GE1A  
8 GB: RP-SDW08GE1K/RP-SDQ08GE1K/RP-SDN08GE1A  
4 GB: RP-SDW04GE1K/RP-SDQ04GE1K/RP-SDN04GE1A  
SD Memory Card  
2 GB: RP-SDN02GE1A  
The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated  
Panasonic DC coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot  
be used by itself.  
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.  
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Names of the Components  
1
2
3
4
5
Flash  
Microphone  
Lens  
Lens cover  
Self-timer Indicator  
AF Assist Lamp  
Strap eyelet  
6
• Be sure to attach the  
strap when using the  
camera to ensure that  
you will not drop it.  
7
8
9
Touch Panel / LCD  
Monitor  
Camera ON / OFF  
switch  
Shutter button  
7
8 9 10  
11  
12  
10 Zoom lever  
11 Speaker  
12 [AV OUT / DIGITAL]  
socket  
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13 Tripod receptacle  
14 Card / Battery door  
15 Release lever  
16 DC coupler cover  
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure  
that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-  
DCC10; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional) are  
used.  
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E;  
optional).  
• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC mains lead supplied with  
the AC adaptor.  
• We recommend you use a battery with sufcient battery power or  
the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional) and DC coupler  
(DMW-DCC10; 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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How to Use the Touch Panel  
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.  
You can operate the camera by directly touching the icons or images  
on the LCD monitor (Touch Panel) with your nger or the supplied  
stylus pen.  
Touch  
Drag  
To touch and release the touch  
panel.  
A movement without releasing the  
touch panel.  
Use this to select icons or  
images, or to set the items.  
• It may not operate properly  
Use this to see the next/previous  
image by dragging horizontally or  
change the range of the displayed  
when multiple icons are touched image.  
simultaneously, so try to touch  
the centre of the icon.  
This can also be used to switch  
the page by operating the slide  
bar.  
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Note  
• If you use a commercially available liquid  
crystal protection sheet, please follow the  
instructions that accompany the sheet.  
(Depending on the material, visibility or  
operability may be impaired.)  
Apply a little extra pressure when  
touching if you have a commercially available protection sheet afxed  
or if you feel it is not responding well.  
Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding this unit  
is pressing on the touch panel.  
• Do not press using anything with a sharp tip or anything hard, except  
for the supplied stylus pen.  
• Do not operate with your ngernails.  
• Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with nger  
prints and others.  
• Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.  
About the Stylus pen  
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for detailed operation or if it  
is hard to operate with your ngers.  
• Do not place it where small children can reach.  
• Do not place the stylus pen on the LCD monitor when storing.  
LCD monitor may break when the stylus pen is pressed strongly  
against the LCD monitor.  
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Charging the Battery  
About batteries that you can use with this unit  
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries (DMW-BCK7E)  
can be used with this camera.  
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 re 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.  
It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature  
between 10 °C to 30 °C. (The battery temperature should also be  
the same.)  
Attach the battery making sure the  
battery direction is correct.  
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Connect the charger to the  
electrical outlet.  
• Charging starts when the  
[CHARGE] indicator A lights  
green.  
[CHARGE] indicator  
Lights on: Charging  
Lights off: Charging complete (Disconnect the charger from the  
electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is  
completed.)  
When the [CHARGE] indicator ashes  
– The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to  
charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C  
to 30 °C.  
The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. Wipe them with  
a dry cloth.  
Charging time  
Supplied battery Optional battery  
Charging time  
(When charging the  
exhausted battery)  
Approx. 115 min  
Approx. 120 min  
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Recording still pictures (By CIPA standard in Normal Picture Mode)  
Supplied battery  
660 mAh  
Optional battery  
680 mAh  
Capacity  
Number of  
recordable  
pictures  
Approx. 260 pictures  
Approx. 130 min  
Approx. 265 pictures  
Approx. 132 min  
Recording  
time  
Recording conditions by CIPA standardꢀ  
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].  
Temperature: 23 °C / 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 ash every second  
recording.  
• Moving the zoom lever 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.  
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About the Built-in Memory / the Card  
Built-in Memory  
Memory size: Approx. 70 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.)  
Type of card which can  
Remarks  
be used with this unit  
• SDHC Memory Card can be used with  
SD Memory Card  
SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory  
(8 MB to 2 GB)  
Card compatible equipment.  
• SDXC Memory Card can only be used with  
SDHC Memory Card  
SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.  
(4 GB to 32 GB)  
• Check that the PC and other equipment are  
compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards  
information/SDXC.html  
.
SDXC Memory Card  
(48 GB, 64 GB)  
• Cards other than the cards with the above capacity cannot be used.  
• Use a card with SD Speed Classwith “Class 6” or higher when  
recording motion pictures.  
The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.  
(Example) Class 6  
• Please conrm 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.  
• We recommend using a Panasonic card.  
Slide the release lever in the  
direction of the [OPEN] and  
open the card / battery door.  
• Always use genuine Panasonic  
batteries (NCA-YN101H; supplied  
or DMW-BCK7E; optional).  
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality  
of this product.  
Completely insert battery  
and card.  
A
Battery:Check the direction is  
correct and insert it  
securely to the end until  
the clicking sound is  
heard.Then, conrm the  
battery is locked by the  
lever A.  
B
Card: Check the direction is  
correct and insert it  
fully until it clicks.  
B: Do not touch the terminals!  
Face this side to the LCD side.  
To remove  
Battery:Pull the lever A in the direction of the mark ([).  
Card: Push the centre of the card.  
Close the card / battery door and slide the release  
lever in the direction of the [LOCK].  
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Setting Date / Time (Clock Set)  
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.  
Open the lens cover.  
• The camera is turned on.  
Touch the language select icon  
on the screen.  
Select the language.  
• The [Please set the clock] message appears.  
Touch [Clock Set].  
Touch the items you wish to set (Year / Month / Day /  
Hours / Minutes), and set using [e] / [r].  
Touch [Set].  
Touch [Set].  
Changing the clock setting  
Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu.  
• It can be changed in steps 5 and 6 to set the clock.  
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Setting the Menu  
Using the menu, you can select your preferred recording or playback  
functions, or can make basic settings for the camera.  
This section describes the operation method using the example of how  
to set the [AF Mode] in the recording menu to [3] (Face Detection).  
Touch [MENU].  
Touch the type of menu.  
• In Playback Mode, the playback menu  
can be selected instead of the recording  
menu.  
Touch the icon in the menu item.  
Touching the icon for a few seconds will  
display the explanation.  
• If there are many selectable items, [w]  
and [q] are displayed at both ends.  
Touch and display other items.  
Touch the setting.  
Touching the icon for a few seconds will  
display the explanation.  
• If there are many selectable items, [w]  
and [q] are displayed at both ends.  
Touch and display other settings.  
• Depending on the item, some settings  
may not be displayed or they may be displayed in a different  
way.  
To close the menu  
Touch [:] several times, or press the shutter button halfway.  
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Recording Sequence  
Open the lens cover.  
The camera is turned on in Recording  
Mode. (Recording is possible with this  
setting.)  
AShutter button  
Select Recording Mode.  
1Touch [ 1].  
w
2Touch the mode icon.  
• The description is displayed after the rst touch.  
• When operating from Playback Mode, touch [1] rst to switch  
to Recording Mode, and then perform 1.  
List of [Rec] Modes  
4
Intelligent Auto Mode  
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected  
by the camera.  
1
Normal Picture Mode  
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.  
<
Cosmetic Mode  
Takes a picture adjusting the skin texture.  
5
/
Scene Mode /  
My Scene Mode  
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being  
recorded.  
6
Motion Picture Mode  
This mode allows you to record motion pictures with audio.  
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[Rec] Mode: 4  
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function  
(4: 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.  
AShutter button  
Touch [ 1] in Recording Mode.  
w
• When operating from Playback Mode, touch [1] rst to switch  
to Recording Mode, and then touch [ 1].  
w
Touch [4].  
1
Press the shutter button  
halfway (push lightly) to focus.  
• The focus indication 1 (green)  
lights when the subject is  
focused.  
• The AF area 2 is displayed  
around the subject’s face by  
the Face Detection function. In  
2
other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is  
in focus.  
• The focus range is 10 cm (0.33 feet) (Wide) /50 cm (1.64 feet)  
(Tele) to 7.  
• The maximum close-up distance (the shortest distance at  
which the subject can be taken) differs depending on the zoom  
magnication.  
Press the shutter button fully (push it in  
further), and take the picture.  
You can also take pictures using the Touch Shutter function.  
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Scene Detection  
When the camera identies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene  
concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour  
changes to the usual red.  
4 3 [i-Portrait]  
5 [i-Night Portrait]  
• Only when [w] is selected  
4 [i-Scenery]  
1 [i-Night Scenery]  
2 [i-Macro]  
7 [i-Sunset]  
• [4] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard  
settings are set.  
• When [3] or [5] is selected, the camera automatically detects  
a person’s face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure (Face  
Detection).  
Tracking moving subjects and focus (AF Tracking)  
Just touching the screen can focus the targeted subject and adjust the  
exposure. The camera continues to focus the subject and adjust the  
exposure even if it moves afterwards.  
1
Touch the subject you wish to focus on  
the screen.  
• The AF area (AF tracking frame) is  
displayed in yellow and the camera  
determines the best suited scene.  
Touch [T] to cancel the AF Tracking.  
2
Press the shutter button halfway to x the focus  
and then press it fully to take the picture.  
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[Rec] Mode: 6  
Recording Motion Pictures  
This records motion pictures with sound. (Motion pictures cannot be  
recorded without audio.)  
Touch [ 1] in Recording Mode.  
w
Touch [6].  
Press the shutter button  
halfway to focus and  
then press it fully to start  
recording.  
A
B
AAvailable recording time  
BRecording state  
CElapsed recording time  
C
• After pressing the shutter button fully, release it straight away.  
• The focus and zoom are xed to the setting when recording  
starts (the rst frame).  
Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.  
Note  
• Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 15 minutes.  
Also, continuous recording exceeding 2 GB is not possible. (Example:  
[10m 10s] with [a])  
Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen.  
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[Playback] Mode: 5  
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])  
If the card is inserted, pictures in the card are played back. If not,  
pictures in the built-in memory are played back.  
Touch [9] in Recording Mode.  
Touching [9] in Recording Mode will automatically enter  
Normal Playback Mode.  
Forward or rewind the image by  
dragging the screen horizontally.  
Forward: drag from right to left  
Rewind: drag from left to right  
To play back motion pictures [6], touch [5].  
[Playback] Mode: 5  
Deleting Pictures  
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.  
• Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which are being played  
back will be deleted.  
Select the picture to be deleted,  
and then touch [4].  
Touch [Delete Single].  
Touch [Yes].  
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Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)  
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are  
contained in “Operating Instructions for Advanced Features  
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to  
read it.  
[Windows]  
1
2
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Operating Instructions (supplied).  
Click the  
[Operating  
Instructions].  
3
Select the desired  
language and then  
click [Operating  
Instructions] to  
install.  
ATo return to the  
install menu.  
4
Double click the “Operating Instructions” shortcut  
icon on the desktop.  
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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.  
(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 Web Site.  
To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format)  
Delete the PDF le 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.  
[Macintosh]  
1
2
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the  
Operating Instructions (supplied).  
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then  
copy the PDF le with the desired language inside  
the folder.  
3
Double click the PDF le to open it.  
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Specications  
Digital Camera:  
Information for your safety  
Power Source:  
DC 5.1 V  
Power Consumption: 1.1 W (When recording)  
0.7 W (When playing back)  
Camera Effective pixels: 14,100,000 pixels  
Image sensor:  
Total pixels:  
1/2.33˝ CCD  
14,500,000 pixels  
Primary colour lter  
Lens:  
Optical 4 × zoom, f=6.3 to 25.2 mm [35 mm  
lm camera equivalent: 35 to 140 mm] / F3.5  
(Wide) to F5.9 (Tele)  
Digital zoom:  
Max. 4 ×  
Extra optical zoom: Max. 8.4 ×  
Focus range:  
Normal :  
50 cm (1.64 feet) to 7  
Macro / Intelligent auto / Motion Picture:  
10 cm (0.33 feet) (Wide) / 50 cm (1.64 feet)  
(Tele) to 7  
Scene mode: settings may be different to  
those shown above  
Shutter system:  
Burst recording  
Burst speed:  
Number of  
Electronic shutter+Mechanical shutter  
Approx. 1.7 pictures/second  
recordable pictures: Depends on the remaining capacity of the  
built-in memory or the card.  
Hi-speed burst  
Burst speed:  
Picture size:  
Approx. 4 pictures/second  
3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2, 1:1) or 2M (16:9) is  
selected as the picture size.  
Number of  
recordable  
pictures:  
Approx. 15 to 100  
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Shutter speed:  
Exposure (AE):  
8 seconds to 1/1,600th of a second  
[Starry Sky] mode: 15 seconds,  
30 seconds, 60 seconds  
Auto (Programme AE)  
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step,  
-2 EV to +2 EV)  
Metering mode:  
LCD monitor:  
Multiple  
TFT LCD 3.0˝ (3:2) (Approx. 230,000 dots)  
(eld of view ratio about 100%)  
Touch panel  
Flash:  
Flash range:  
Approx. 0.3 m (0.99 feet) to 4.9 m (16.08 feet)  
(Wide [,])  
AUTO, AUTO / Red-eye reduction, Forced ON  
(Forced ON / Red-eye reduction), Slow sync. /  
Red-eye reduction, Forced OFF  
Monaural  
Microphone:  
Speaker:  
Monaural  
Recording media:  
Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB) /  
SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card /  
SDXC Memory Card  
Recording le format  
Still Picture:  
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File  
system”, based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF  
corresponding  
Motion pictures:  
“QuickTime Motion JPEG” (motion pictures  
with audio)  
Interface  
Digital:  
USB 2.0 (High Speed)  
Data from the PC cannot be written onto the  
camera using the USB connection cable.  
Analogue video /  
audio:  
PAL / NTSC Composite (Switched by menu)  
Audio line output (monaural)  
Terminal  
AV OUT/DIGITAL:  
Dedicated jack (8 pin)  
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Dimensions:  
Mass:  
Approx. 101.0 mm (W) × 58.9 mm (H) ×  
18.2 mm (D)  
(3.98˝ (W) × 2.32˝ (H) × 0.72˝ (D))  
(excluding the projection part)  
Approx. 141 g/0.31 lb  
(with Memory Card and battery)  
Approx. 124 g/0.27 lb  
(excluding Memory Card and battery)  
Operating  
Temperature:  
0 °C to 40 °C  
Operating Humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH  
Battery Charger  
(Panasonic  
DE-A92A):  
Information for your safety  
Input:  
Output:  
AC  
DC  
110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A  
4.2 V, 0.43 A  
Equipment mobility: Movable  
Battery Pack  
(lithium-ion)  
(Panasonic  
NCA-YN101H):  
Information for your safety  
3.6 V/660 mAh  
Voltage/capacity  
(Minimum):  
30 VQT3F15 (ENG)  
(ENG) VQT3F15 31  
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.  
• 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.  
Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)  
Panasonic Testing Centre  
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH  
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany  
VQT3F15  
H0111AF0  
© Panasonic Corporation 2011  

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