User manual PANASONIC DMC-TZ5

Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-TZ5 DMC-TZ4 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com EB VQT1P91 Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Information for Your Safety 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 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 °C or incinerate. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units. 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. 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 fitted 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 refitted 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 fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified 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 WATERPROOF­KEEP DRY. Before use Remove the connector cover. How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug. 1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver. Figure A 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. Carefully observe copyright laws. Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Figure B Fuse cover 2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. Figure A Fuse (5 ampere) Figure B Fuse (5 ampere) 2 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 3 Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly 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. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (optional), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.18). 1 2 3 4 5 6 Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Turn on the power Set REC/PLAY switch to 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 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. Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre · · · · For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 Visit our website for product information E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Set the mode dial to Technical Support for AV Software · For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869 · For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK · Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday­Thursday 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 www.panasonic.co.uk. · 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 finished products, take a browse on our website for further details. Interested in purchasing an extra guarantee? Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee. Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back the pictures Note Example screens displayed in this manual are for DMC-TZ5 model. 1. Set REC/PLAY switch to . 2. Select the picture you want to view. Previous Next 100­0001 1/9 DMC-TZ4: 10:00 15.MAR.2008 4 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 5 Record, view, save those precious Record INTELLIGENT AUTO Make ideal settings for the subject and distance just by pointing the camera! (P.28) moments. Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. SD memory card/ SDHC memory card 2 (optional) (Playback) on large screen (P.86) View Automatically reads the scene to take crisper pictures! Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! AV cable (supplied) Component cable (optional) Enjoy videos in HD 3 on TV with component terminals (1080i) by using a component cable. Zoomed-in pictures Close-up pictures of people at a distance `10x optical zoom' Rapid zoom `EASY ZOOM' (P.33) at home, or at a digital photo centre (P.78, 83) Print Motion pictures With your printer 4 1 Capture moving scenes `MOTION PICTURE Mode' (P.52) Connect directly to easily print pictures at home. Use a PictBridgecompatible printer. USB connection cable (supplied) At digital photo centre Give card to shop assistant to print pictures. Save and enjoy your pictures! Using your PC 4 Send by e-mail, save to hard disk. Print out pictures. USB connection cable (supplied) With DVD recorder 4 Save to DVD or hard disk AV cable (supplied) 1 2 3 4 6 Sounds of zoom and other operations may be recorded. Can be used on SDHC memory card-compatible devices. DMC-TZ5 only See respective products' instruction manuals for details. VQT1P91 VQT1P91 7 INDEX Before use Before use .......................... 12 · Read first/ To prevent damage and faults Standard Accessories ....... 13 Names of parts................... 14 · Mode dial ........................... 15 · Cursor button .................... 15 Basics (Record · View) 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 Taking picture with automatic settings ........ 28 Taking pictures with your own settings ......... 30 · Align focus for desired composition ....................... 31 Taking pictures with zoom ... 32 · Enlarging further `DIGITAL ZOOM' ............... 34 4 5 Viewing your pictures (Play) ................................35 Deleting pictures ............... 36 · To delete multiple (up to 50) or all pictures ..................... 36 Preparations 1 2 3 4 Charging battery ................ 16 Inserting battery and card... 17 · Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) ... 18 · Remaining battery and memory capacity ............... 18 Setting the clock ................ 19 Using menus ...................... 20 · Menu type ......................... 21 5 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Using SETUP menu ..... 22 CLOCK SET ................ 22 WORLD TIME MONITOR LCD MODE BEEP ........................... 23 VOLUME GUIDE LINE HISTOGRAM TRAVEL DATE ECONOMY .................. 24 AUTO REVIEW ZOOM RESUME ......... 25 NO.RESET RESET USB MODE VIDEO OUT ................. 26 TV ASPECT m/ft SCENE MENU DIAL DISPLAY FORMAT ...................... 27 LANGUAGE DEMO MODE Applications (Record) Changing recording information display ........... 37 Taking pictures with flash ... 38 Taking close-up pictures ... 40 · Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject `TELE MACRO function' ................... 40 Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment... 41 Taking pictures with self-timer ............................ 42 Taking pictures with exposure compensation ... 43 · EXPOSURE ...................... 43 · AUTO BRACKET .............. 43 7 Taking pictures according to the scene `SCENE MODE'............ 44 · Scene types ...................... 45 · PORTRAIT/SOFT SKIN/ SELF PORTRAIT/SCENERY/ SPORTS............................ 46 · NIGHT PORTRAIT/ NIGHT SCENERY/FOOD/ PARTY/CANDLE LIGHT ... 47 · BABY/PET/SUNSET ......... 48 · HIGH SENS./ HI-SPEED BURST ............ 49 · STARRY SKY/FIREWORKS/ BEACH/SNOW .................. 50 · AERIAL PHOTO/ UNDERWATER/MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only) .... 51 8 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 9 INDEX (Continued) Applications (Record) (Continued) Applications (View) Connecting with other devices 8 9 Taking motion pictures `MOTION PICTURE' .............................. 52 Useful features for travel ................................................................... 53 · TRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination) .................... 53 · WORLD TIME (Registering local time at your overseas destination) ................... 54 1 2 3 Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) ............................. 67 Viewing motion pictures · pictures with audio / Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ5 only) ... 68 Different playback methods... 69 · NORMAL PLAY .......... 69 · DUAL PLAY (DMC-TZ5 only) .................. 69 · SLIDE SHOW ............. 70 · CATEGORY PLAY ...... 71 · FAVORITE PLAY ........ 71 Using PLAYBACK menu ... 72 · CALENDAR ................ 72 · TITLE EDIT................. 72 · Text input method ............. 72 · TEXT STAMP ............. 73 · RESIZE ...................... 74 · TRIMMING ................. 75 · ASPECT CONV. ......... 76 · ROTATE ..................... 76 · ROTATE DISP. ........... 76 · FAVORITE .................. 77 · DPOF PRINT .............. 78 · PROTECT .................. 79 · AUDIO DUB. .............. 79 · COPY ......................... 80 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 Using with your PC............ 81 Printing ............................... 83 · Printing multiple pictures ... 84 · Print with date and text ...... 84 · Making print settings on camera ... 85 Viewing on TV screen ....... 86 · View on TV with component terminal ........... 87 55 10 Using REC menu ................................................................................ 55 · PICTURE SIZE ............................................................................. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · QUALITY ...................................................................................... 55 ASPECT RATIO ............................................................................ 56 INTELLIGENT ISO ....................................................................... 56 SENSITIVITY................................................................................ 57 WHITE BALANCE ........................................................................ 58 METERING MODE ....................................................................... 59 AF MODE ..................................................................................... 59 CONTINUOUS AF ........................................................................ 60 BURST ......................................................................................... 61 I.EXPOSURE................................................................................ 61 DIGITAL ZOOM ............................................................................ 62 COLOR MODE ............................................................................. 62 STABILIZER ................................................................................. 62 MIN. SHTR SPEED ...................................................................... 63 AUDIO REC. ................................................................................ 63 AF ASSIST LAMP ......................................................................... 63 CLOCK SET ................................................................................. 63 Others List of LCD monitor displays ... 88 Message displays .............. 90 Q&A Troubleshooting ...... 92 Usage cautions and notes... 98 Recording picture/time capacity ... 100 Specifications .................. 102 4 Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD) ...................... 11 · Taking clipboard pictures ................................................................... 64 64 · Viewing clipboard pictures ................................................................. 64 · Zoom mark ......................................................................................... 65 · CLIPBOARD menu ............................................................................ 65 12 Quick setting....................................................................................... 66 10 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 11 Before use Read first Do a test shot first! Check first to see if you can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with audio) successfully. Standard accessories To prevent damage and faults Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure · Avoid exposing the camera to strong vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or hitting the camera, or sitting down with the camera in your pocket. (Attach strap to avoid dropping camera) · Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. Do not touch the lens barrier, as this may damage lens. Be careful when removing camera from bag, etc. Camera ON/ OFF switch CD-ROM · Please dispose of all packaging appropriately. · Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P.26) · Consult the dealer or your nearest servicentre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.) We will not compensate for failed/ lost recording or for direct/indirect damage. Panasonic will not provide compensation even if damage is caused by faults with camera or card. Please also refer to `Usage cautions and notes' (P.98). Do not get the camera wet or insert foreign objects · Do not expose the camera to water, rain, or seawater. (If camera gets wet, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Wring cloth thoroughly first if wet with seawater, etc) · Avoid exposing lens and socket to dust or sand, and do not allow liquids to leak into gaps around buttons. Standard accessories Part numbers are as of January 2008 Certain pictures cannot be played back · Pictures edited on a computer · Pictures taken or edited on a different camera (Pictures taken or edited on this camera may also not be able to be played back on other cameras) Battery Pack CGA-S007E Optional Accessories · Lithium Ion Battery: CGA-S007E · AC Adaptor: DMW-AC5EB · Leather Case: DMW-CT3 · Semi Hard Case: DMW-CHTZ3 · Marine Case: DMW-MCTZ5 · Component Cable: DMW-HDC2 · SDHC Memory Card 16 GB: RP-SDV16GE1K 8 GB: RP-SDV08GE1K 4 GB: RP-SDM04GE1K, RP-SDV04GE1K · SD Memory Card 2 GB : RP-SDM02GE1A, RP-SDV02GE1A 1 GB : RP-SDR01GE1A, RP-SDV01GE1A · CardBus PC Card Adapter BN-SDPC3E · Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. SDHC memory cards · New standards set in 2006 by SD Association for high-capacity memory cards exceeding 2GB. · Can be used on SDHC memory cardcompatible devices, but not on devices only compatible with SD memory cards. When connecting to other devices or requesting printing in stores, please verify SDHC memory card compatibility in advance. VQT1P91 Avoid condensation caused by sudden changes in temperature and humidity · When moving between places of different temperature or humidity, place camera into a plastic bag and allow to adjust to conditions before use. · If the lens clouds up, turn off the camera and leave for about two hours to allow camera to adjust to conditions. · If the LCD monitor clouds up, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. (referred to in this manual as `battery') Battery Charger DE-A46A Software on the CD-ROM supplied The following actions are prohibited: · Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent · Copying onto networks (referred to in this manual as `charger') Battery Carrying Case VYQ3680 LCD monitor characteristics Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen. However there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on the built-in memory or a card. When using tripod · Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws at an angle (may damage camera, screw hole, or label.) · Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Read the tripod's instruction manual.) AC Mains Lead K2CT3CA00004 Strap When transporting · Turn off the camera. We recommend using a genuine leather case (DMW-CT3, optional). VFC4297 Unit temperature The camera may become warm during use. (Especially grip area, etc.) This does not cause a problem with the performance or quality of the camera. Lens · If lens is dirty: Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. · Do not leave in direct sunlight. USB Connection Cable K1HA08CD0019 AV Cable K1HA08CD0020 12 VQT1P91 13 Names of parts Release lever (P.17) Camera ON/OFF switch (P.19) E.ZOOM button (P.33) Tripod receptacle Mode dial Card/Battery door (P.17) Align to correct mode INTELLIGENT AUTO Shutter button (P.28) Zoom lever (P.32) Flash (P.29) Lens (P.13) Speaker (P.23) Microphone (P.52, 63, 79) (Displayed on screen when mode changed) Self-timer indicator (P.42)/ AF assist lamp (P.63) INTELLIGENT AUTO mode NORMAL PICTURE mode SCENE mode MOTION PICTURE mode CLIPBOARD mode Lens barrel Strap eyelet We recommend using the strap to avoid dropping the camera. Take pictures with automatic settings (P.28). Take pictures with customized settings (P.30). Take pictures according to scene (P.44). Take motion pictures (P.52). Take pictures as memos (P.64). Cursor button Up/down/ left/right selection Up left down In this manual, direction buttons to be pressed will be shown in grey, or with . right LCD monitor (P.22, 37, 88) REC/PLAY switch (P.28, 35) Recording Self-timer (P.42) Status indicator (P.17, 28) Playback DISPLAY button (P.37) Q.MENU (Quick setting P.66)/ Exposure compensation (P.43) Auto bracket (P.43) White balance fine adjustment (P.58) Backlight compensation (P.29) Flash (P.38) COMPONENT OUT socket (P.87) delete button (P.36) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) Macro mode (P.40) MENU/SET (menu display/set/finish) (P.20) DC IN socket (P.81, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional). This manual is based on the DMC-TZ5 model. Product illustrations and screens may vary. VQT1P91 14 VQT1P91 15 Preparations 1 Charging battery Always charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged) Battery (model-specific) Preparations 2 Inserting battery and card Battery (check orientation) Card (check orientation) SD memory card/ SDHC memory card (optional) Do not touch terminal Charger (model-specific) 1 2 Charging light (CHARGE) On: Charging in progress (approx. 120 min.) Off: Charging complete If light is flashing: · Charging may take longer than normal if battery temperature is too high or too low (charging may not be completed). · Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean with dry a cloth. Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure `LUMIX' faces outwards. Connect the AC mains lead 1 Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the `OPEN' position and open the lid OPEN The AC mains lead does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown above. LOCK Release lever Status indicator 3 Detach the battery after charging is complete Disconnect charger and battery when charging is complete. Approximate battery life · Number of pictures : 300 [330 ] (at 30-sec intervals) (equivalent to approx. 150 [165 2] mins) 1 Values based on CIPA standards. (P.99) Number reduced if intervals longer ­ 75 [82 2] pictures if 2-minute intervals · Playback time: Approx. 360 [380 ] mins Above figures may be reduced if intervals between recordings are longer; if flash, zoom, or LCD MODE are used frequently; or in colder climates (depends on actual usage). 2 DMC-TZ4 Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C-35 °C). Frequently charging up battery is not recommended. (Frequently charging battery reduces maximum usage time and can cause battery to expand.) Do not disassemble or modify the charger. If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please purchase a new battery. 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. 2 3 Lever Completely insert battery and card (both click into place) Close lid Slide to the `LOCK' position. To remove · To remove battery: move lever in direction of arrow. · To remove card: press down in centre. Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S007E). If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Do not remove card or battery while power is `ON' or while status indicator is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged). The reading/writing speed of a MultiMediaCard is slower than an SD memory card. When a MultiMediaCard is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than advertised. Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. VQT1P91 16 VQT1P91 17 Preparations 2 Inserting battery and card (Continued) if not. Preparations 3 Setting the clock before turning on power. Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory Set REC/PLAY switch to SDHC memory card The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) Switch · SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) (LOCK) · SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB) Can only be used with devices compatible with SDHC memory cards. · Cards of over 4 GB may only be used if they have the SDHC SDHC logo logo. Always format cards with this camera. (P.27) If the switch on the card is set to `LOCK', operations such as formatting, recording, and deleting cannot be performed. MultiMediaCards may also be used (for still pictures only) Compatible memory cards (optional) 1 2 REC/PLAY switch Turn on the power `PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press `MENU/SET' 3 Adjust year, month, date, time CLOCK SET Select Built-in memory (approx. 50 MB) Internal memory is slower than SD memory card. Clipboard pictures (P.64) are saved to built-in memory. Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory (P.80). 0 :00 1/JAN/2008 D/M/Y To change time setting Select `CLOCK SET' from SETUP menu (P.22), perform 3 and 4. Adjust CANCEL SELECT SET Select to change date format · To cancel Press . · [D/M/Y] 12:34 1.JAN.2008 · [M/D/Y] 12:34 JAN. 1. 2008 · [Y/M/D] 2008. 1. 1 12:34 Remaining battery and memory capacity 10 Remaining battery (only when using battery) (flashes red) To set local time at overseas destination `WORLD TIME' (P.54) (Status indicator flashes when LCD monitor is off) Recharge or replace battery (P.16). Pictures remaining (P.100) Displayed when no card inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory) 4 Set Press `MENU/SET' When in operation (Card) or (Built-in memory) are illuminated red. This means that an operation is in progress, such as the recording, reading, or deleting of pictures. Do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5E, optional) (this may cause damage to or loss of data). · Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing [DISPLAY] several times.) It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer (as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be damaged). For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) Failure to set the date and time will cause the date/time to be improperly printed when printing pictures in digital photo centre or when using `TEXT STAMP' (P.73). Time is displayed in 24-hour format. Year can be set between 2000 and 2099. Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in camera for the 24 hours beforehand. VQT1P91 18 VQT1P91 19 Preparations 4 Using menus To get more out of your camera, you can use a variety of functions and select settings from 4 different menus. (Example) Change `LCD MODE' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE mode. Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button 1 Menu type REC menu (REC/PLAY switch PICTURE SIZE QUALITY ASPECT RATIO OFF INTELLIGENT ISO AUTO SENSITIVITY SELECT EXIT Bring up the menu PICTURE SIZE QUALITY ASPECT RATIO OFF INTELLIGENT ISO AUTO SENSITIVITY SELECT EXIT ) Changing photography preferences (P.55-63) · Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. MENU (Screen example: DMC-TZ5) MENU Selecting menu type Highlight Select and return to menu items SETUP CLOCK SE WORLD TI MONITOR LCD MODE BEEP SELECT PLAYBACK MODE NORMAL PLAY DUAL PLAY SLIDE SHOW CATEGORY PLAY FAVORITE PLAY SELECT SET (Screen example: DMC-TZ5) ) Viewing recorded pictures (P.69-71) · Choose a playback type to see your pictures on dual screens , slideshows, or just your favourite pictures. DMC-TZ5 only (Screen example: DMC-TZ5) ) Using your pictures (P.72-80) · Make settings for using the pictures you have taken, including rotating, protecting, trimming, and handy settings for printing your pictures (DPOF). PLAYBACK MODE menu (REC/PLAY switch REC/PLAY switch PICTURE S QUALITY ASPECT R INTELLIGE SENSITIVI SELECT To restore default settings `RESET' (P.25) 2 3 4 Select the item SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR LCD MODE BEEP SELECT OFF ±0 OFF PLAYBACK menu (REC/PLAY switch PLAYBACK CALENDAR TITLE EDIT TEXT STAMP RESIZE TRIMMING SELECT EXIT MENU Settings Item SET Select the setting SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR LCD MODE BEEP SELECT SET ±0 Page (Zoom lever can be used to switch to next screen.) SETUP menu (REC/PLAY switch SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR LCD MODE BEEP SELECT EXIT ) Making the camera more convenient to use (P.22-27) · Make settings for ease of use such as adjusting the clock and changing the beep sounds. ±0 OFF MENU MENU Finish · When the REC/PLAY switch is set to , menu can be closed with a half-press of the shutter button. Menu items displayed vary according to mode dial setting. VQT1P91 Settings display may vary according to items. 20 VQT1P91 21 Preparations 5 Using SETUP menu Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. `CLOCK SET', `AUTO REVIEW' and `ECONOMY' are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. (Setting method : P.20) Default setting : Item CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (P.19) WORLD TIME Set the local time at an overseas destination. (P.54) MONITOR Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor (7 levels). LCD MODE Make LCD monitor easier to see. ±0 : DESTINATION: Set the local time at overseas destination (P.54). HOME: Set date and time at home area. +1 - +3: Brighter Standard -1 - -3: Darker Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. Item BEEP Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. BEEP LEVEL / / / / VOLUME Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). GUIDE LINE / / / / Settings, notes : Mute/Low/High : Change beep tone. : Mute/Low/High : Change shutter tone. BEEP TONE SHUTTER VOL. SHUTTER TONE 0 · · LEVEL3 · · LEVEL6 · Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. (We recommend setting camera volume to 0) REC. INFO. OFF /ON (Display recording information with guide lines.) PATTERN / : Change the patterns of guide lines. · Only may be used in INTELLIGENT AUTO mode and CLIPBOARD mode. OFF : Normal (cancel setting) AUTO POWER LCD: The Power LCD is automatically activated in bright places such as outdoors etc. POWER LCD : Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use). HIGH ANGLE : Makes screen easier to see when taking pictures from high positions. (becomes harder to see from the front) · `HIGH ANGLE' will be cancelled when the camera is turned off (including POWER SAVE). · Block out sunlight (with hand, etc.) if reflection makes screen difficult to see. · `AUTO POWER LCD' or `HIGH ANGLE' cannot be used in the following cases. During playback mode or menu screen display, or when connected to computer/printer. · `POWER LCD' will be deactivated if no operations are performed for 30 seconds while recording. (Brightness can be restored by pressing any button) · Brightness/colour of screen in `LCD MODE' has no effect on pictures recorded. Select recording information display and types of guidelines. (P.37) HISTOGRAM Check subject brightness on graph. (P.37) TRAVEL DATE Record the number of days elapsed in your travels. (P.53) OFF /ON TRAVEL SETUP OFF /SET (Register departure and return dates) LOCATION OFF /SET (Input name of destination.) (P. 72) 22 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 23 Preparations 5 Using SETUP menu (Continued) Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFF/2MIN./ 5 MIN. /10MIN. : Automatically turn off the camera while not in use. · To restore Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again. · Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E, optional), when connected to computer/printer, during motion picture recording/playback, during slideshows · Settings fixed to `2 MIN.' in `AUTO LCD OFF' (below), `5 MIN.' in INTELLIGENT AUTO mode or CLIPBOARD mode, or '10 MIN.' while slideshow is paused. AUTO LCD OFF OFF /15SEC./30SEC. : LCD monitor is shut off if no operations are performed for a set period while recording. (Status indicator is illuminated while monitor is off.) · Cannot be used in the following cases: When using INTELLIGENT AUTO mode, CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E, optional), when menu screen is displayed, when using self-timer setting or during motion picture recording. · Monitor also shuts off during flash battery charging. · To restore Press any button. Item ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom ratio when turning the camera off. NO.RESET Reset image file numbers. OFF / ON · Cannot be set when using `SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode. YES / NO · The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. · A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all necessary pictures to your computer, and format the built-in memory/card (P.27). · To reset folder number to 100: First, format the built-in memory or card, and reset the file numbers using NO. RESET. Then, select `YES' on the folder number reset screen. · File numbers and folder numbers. (P.82, 97) RESET REC. SETTINGS? YES/NO RESET SETUP PARAMETERS? YES/NO · Resetting SETUP parameters causes the following to be reset: Birthdays and names in `BABY' and `PET' scene modes, `TRAVEL DATE', `WORLD TIME', `ZOOM RESUME', `FAVORITE' in PLAYBACK menu (set to `OFF'), `ROTATE DISP.' (set to `ON'). · Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. · Camera movement may be audible as the lens function is reset. This is not a fault. USB MODE Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer or printer with USB connection cable. SELECT ON CONNECTION : Select `PC' or `PictBridge(PTP)' each time you connect to a computer or PictBridge-compatible printer. PictBridge (PTP) : Select when connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer PC: Select when connecting to a computer Settings, notes Item ECONOMY Turn off LCD monitor and the camera while not in use to save battery consumption. RESET Reset to the default settings. AUTO REVIEW Automatically display pictures immediately after taking them. OFF: No auto review 1 SEC./ 2 SEC. : Automatically display for 1 or 2 seconds. HOLD: Auto review screen remains until a button (other than the display button) is pressed ZOOM: Displays for 1 second, then at 4x zoom for 1 second · Fixed to `2 SEC.' in INTELLIGENT AUTO mode. · In `SELF PORTRAIT', `HI-SPEED BURST', and `MULTI ASPECT ' scene modes, `AUTO BRACKET', `BURST' mode, or pictures with audio, auto review performed regardless of setting. ( DMC-TZ5 only) · Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed. 24 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 25 Preparations 5 Using SETUP menu (Continued) Settings, notes NTSC/ PAL · Operates when AV cable is connected. Item FORMAT Use when `BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR' or `MEMORY CARD ERROR' appears. YES/NO · This requires a sufficiently charged battery (P.16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E, optional). (Only inserted card will be formatted if present; internal memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.) · Always format cards with this camera. · All picture data including protected pictures will be deleted. (P.79) · Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting. · Consult your nearest Service Centre if format cannot be successfully completed. · Formatting the built-in memory may take several minutes. ENGLISH / DEUTSCH (German) / FRANÇAIS (French) / ESPAÑOL (Spanish) / ITALIANO (Italian) / (Japanese) JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO.: (Only during recording) Extent of jitter and of subject movement are shown on graph. (Estimate) Large Small Large DISPLAY Item VIDEO OUT Change the video output format when connected to a TV, etc. (PLAYBACK mode only) TV ASPECT Change the aspect ratio when connected to a TV, etc. (PLAYBACK mode only). m/ft Change display unit for distance in focus alignment (P.41). SCENE MENU Display scene menu when mode dial is set to SCN1 or SCN2. (P.44) Settings, notes / · When set to , pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor. (Operates when AV cable is connected.) m : Display in meters ft : Display in feet LANGUAGE OFF/ AUTO (displays scene menu) · To display scene menu when set to `OFF': Press `MENU/ SET'. SCENE MODE 1 1 2 Change display language. DEMO MODE View demonstration of functions. PORTRAIT SELECT SET Jitter Movement detection DIAL DISPLAY Display mode dial operation on screen. OFF/ ON (display) NORMAL PICTURE · To stop Press display button (P.14). · Recording and zoom cannot be performed during demo. · Use the movement detection demo with objects with contrasting colouring. AUTO DEMO. :View introductory slideshow · To close Press `MENU/SET' · Demo cannot be outputted to TV. 26 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 27 Basics 1 Taking picture with automatic settings Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as `face', `movement', `brightness', and `distance' just by pointing the camera at the subject. Applicable mode : Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.19). Shutter button 1 2 Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. (brighten subject against backlight) · To cancel compensation Press again. 5 Backlight compensation BACKLIGHT Set to Displayed when compensation is on. To use flash Select either (Auto) or (forced flash off). When using , (AUTO), (Auto/red-eye reduction) and (Slow sync./red-eye reduction) will be switched between automatically (see P.38 for details). A second flash will be emitted in and for red-eye reduction. F3.3 Status indicator 3 4 Set to (INTELLIGENT AUTO mode) According to the following conditions, different scene types may be determined for the same subject. · Face contrast, conditions of subject (size, distance, colouring, movement), zoom ratio, sunset, sunrise, low brightness, jitter If desired scene type is not selected, 5 we recommend manually selecting the appropriate recording mode. (scene mode: P.44) We recommend using a tripod and the selfBACKLIGHT timer with `i NIGHT SCENERY' and `i NIGHT F3.3 PORTRAIT'. e.g. Face too large ­ `i PORTRAIT' becomes When jitter is small (e.g. using tripod) with `i `i MACRO' NIGHT SCENERY', shutter speed can reach a maximum of 8 seconds. Do not move the camera. The settings for the following functions are fixed. · AUTO REVIEW: 2 SEC. · POWER SAVE: 5 MIN. · GUIDE LINE: · WHITE BALANCE: AWB · QUALITY: (Fine) 1 · AF MODE: (Face detection) 2 · AF ASSIST LAMP: ON · METERING MODE: (Multiple) 1 0.3 M only (standard) 2 (9 points) when face cannot be recognised The following functions cannot be used. `HISTOGRAM', `EXPOSURE', `AUTO BRACKET', `WB ADJUST.', `DIGITAL ZOOM', `MIN. SHTR SPEED', `AUDIO REC.' Microphone Holding the camera (top surface) · Do not block the flash or the lamp. Do not look at them from close range. · Do not touch the lens. · Stand with your arms close to your body and with your legs apart. · Do not block the microphone when recording audio. Flash Lamp · Holding camera vertically ( P.31) Automatic scene distinction Recognises `i PORTRAIT' Follows face to take clear, bright pictures. Recognises `i SCENERY' Takes sharp pictures of near and far landscapes. Recognises `i MACRO' Reads distance to take sharp pictures of close subjects Recognises `i NIGHT PORTRAIT' Takes bright, natural pictures of people and night scenery. (Only with ) Recognises `i NIGHT SCENERY' Uses slow shutter speed to achieve natural colouring. (Only with ) Recognises movement Reads subject movement to avoid blurring when scene does not correspond to any of the above. INTELLIGENT AUTO Take a picture Press halfway (Adjust the focus) F3.3 Recognised scene icon displayed in blue for 2 sec. Press fully · Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. Focus range (P.41). In addition to automatic scene distinction, `INTELLIGENT ISO ', `I.EXPOSURE', `STABILIZER', and `CONTINUOUS AF' will operate automatically. The following menu items may be set in INTELLIGENT AUTO mode. · REC menu: `PICTURE SIZE ', `ASPECT RATIO', `BURST', `COLOR MODE ', `STABILIZER ' · SETUP menu: `CLOCK SET', `WORLD TIME', `TRAVEL DATE', `BEEP ', `LANGUAGE' Items that may be set differ from other recording modes. 28 VQT1P91 VQT1P91 29 Basics 2 Taking pictures with your own settings Shutter button Zoom lever Using REC menu (P.55) to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Applicable mode :