User manual PANASONIC DMCTZ3

Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before use, please read these instructions completely. This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model. Product illustrations and screens may vary. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com EB VQT1B74-1 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. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. 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. 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 United Kingdom) ("EB" area code model only) 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. Figure B Fuse cover 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 Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, · DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. · USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. · DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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. 2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. Figure A Fuse (5 ampere) Figure B Fuse (5 ampere) 2 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 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.26). Charge the battery 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. Insert the battery and the card 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 Camera ON/OFF Switch Technical Support for AV Software · For UK, ROI: 0844 844 3869 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 extended 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 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Select the picture you want to view. . Note Example screens displayed in this manual are for DMC-TZ3 model. 1ST DAY 10:00 15.MAR.2007 3 DMC-TZ2: Previous Next 4 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 5 Record, view, save those precious moments. Record (P.24) Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. SD memory card (Optional) (Playback) on large screen (P.79) Alternatively, connect with AV cable (supplied) View On TV screen Zoomed-in pictures Close-up pictures of people in distance [10x optical zoom] (P.27) at home, or at a digital photo centre (P.68, 76) Alternatively, connect with USB connection cable (supplied) Print Clear pictures Prevents blurring from shaky hands [Optical Image Stabilizer] (P.39) With your printer Connect directly to easily print pictures at home (P.76) Use a PictBridge-compatible printer. Give card to shop assistant to print pictures. (P.68) Beautiful pictures Dark places, moving subjects [Intelligent ISO] (P.46) Alternatively, connect with USB connection cable (supplied) At digital photo centre Save and enjoy your pictures! On computer Send by e-mail, save to hard disk. Print out pictures. Motion pictures Capture moving scenes [Motion Picture Mode] (P.47) Create photos (still pictures) from your favourite motion pictures (P.63) Holiday pictures Useful features for travel ­ `TRAVEL DATE' (P.48) `WORLD TIME' (P.49) `CLIPBOARD' (P.58) Alternatively, connect with AV cable (supplied) With DVD recorder Save to DVD or hard disk 6 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 7 Contents Before use Preparations Basics 10 14 24 33 Read first (10) To prevent damage and faults (10) Before use .......................................... 10 Standard Accessories ....................... 11 Names of parts ................................... 12 Mode dial (13) Charging battery ............................... 14 Inserting battery and card ............... 15 Taking pictures ................................. 24 Adjusting the focus (25) Problems with adjusting focus (25) Checking remaining battery and memory capacity (25) Picture save destination (26) Setting the clock ............................... 16 Know the different menus ............... 17 Taking pictures with zoom ............... 27 Taking pictures with SIMPLE MODE 28 Backlight compensation (28) `SIMPLE MODE' menu (29) Using menus ..................................... 18 Using SETUP menu .......................... 20 Viewing your pictures instantly (REVIEW) ........................................... 30 Viewing your pictures (Play) ........... 31 Deleting pictures .............................. 32 Applications (Record) Changing recording information display ............................................... Making LCD monitor easier to see.. Taking pictures with self-timer ........ Taking pictures with flash ................ Taking pictures with exposure compensation ................................... Optical image stabilizer ................... Taking pictures according to the scene ................................................. Scene types (41) 33 34 35 36 38 39 40 Taking motion pictures .................... 47 Useful features for travel ................. 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your overseas destination (WORLD TIME) (49) W.BALANCE (50) SENSITIVITY (51) ASPECT RATIO (51) PICT.MODE (52) PICT.SIZE (52) QUALITY (53) AUDIO REC. (53) METERING MODE (53) AF MODE (54) Using REC menu .............................. 50 BURST (54) CONT.AF (55) AF ASSIST LAMP (56) SLOW SHUTTER (56) D.ZOOM (56) COL. MODE (57) CLOCK SET (57) Quick setting (57) Taking/viewing clipboard pictures (CLIPBOARD) .................................... 58 Taking clipboard pictures (58) Viewing clipboard pictures (59) CLIPBOARD menu (60) Avoiding subject blurring (Intelligent ISO) ................................. 46 Taking close-up pictures (MACRO mode) ................................. 46 Applications (View pictures) Connecting with other devices 61 74 80 Viewing as list (Multi playback/ Calendar playback)........................... 61 Viewing motion pictures/ pictures with audio ........................... 62 Creating still pictures from motion pictures (DMC-TZ3 only) .................. 63 Using with computer ........................ 74 Folder and file names on computer (75) Using PLAY menu ............................. 64 DUAL DISPLAY (DMC-TZ3 only) (64) SLIDE SHOW (64) FAVORITE (65) ROTATE DISP./ROTATE (66) DATE STAMP (66) DPOF PRINT (68) PROTECT (69) AUDIO DUB. (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Printing .............................................. 76 Viewing on TV screen ....................... 79 Others 8 VQT1B74 List of LCD monitor displays........... 80 Message displays ............................. 82 Q&A Troubleshooting ........................ 84 Usage cautions and notes ............... 90 Recording picture/time capacity ..... 92 Specifications ................................... 94 VQT1B74 9 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. Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. Part numbers are as of January 2007 Battery Pack CGA-S007E (P. 14) (referred to in this manual as `battery') 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. Battery Charger DE-A46A (P. 14) Optional Accessories Lithium Ion Battery: CGA-S007E AC Adaptor: DMW-AC5EB Leather Case: DMW-CT3 Semi Hard Case: DMW-CHTZ3 Marine Case: DMW-MCTZ3 SDHC Memory Card 4GB: RP-SDR04GE1K SD Memory Card 2 GB: RP-SDK02GE1A, RP-SDQ02GE1A 1 GB: RP-SDK01GE1A, RP-SDH01GE1A, RP-SDR01GE1A 512 MB: RP-SDK512E1A, RP-SDR512E1A 256 MB: RP-SDH256E1A, RP-SDR256E1A 128 MB: RP-SD128BE1A USB2.0 Reader/Writer BN-SDUSB2E 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. 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. (referred to in this manual as `charger') 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 Carrying Case VYQ3680 (P. 91) AC Mains Lead K2CT3CA00004 (P. 14) 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, switch off the power 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. Software on the CD-ROM supplied The following actions are prohibited: Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent Copying onto networks Strap VFC4090 (P. 12) 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. USB Connection Cable K1HA08CD0007 (P. 74, 76) When transporting Switch off power. We recommend using a genuine leather case (DMW-CT3, optional). Lens Do not leave in direct sunlight. If dirty, clean with soft, dry cloth. AV Cable K1HA08CD0008 (P. 79) CD-ROM The following software on the CD-ROM is referred to in this manual as `supplied software'. LUMIX Simple Viewer PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer- 10 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 11 Names of parts Camera ON/OFF switch (P.18) Optical image stabilizer button (P.39) Align to correct mode Release lever (P.15) Tripod receptacle Mode dial Card/Battery door (P.15) Shutter button (P.24) Zoom lever (P.27) Flash (P.36) Lens barrel Lens (P.10) Self-timer indicator (P.35)/AF assist lamp (P.56) Strap eyelet Speaker (P.22) Microphone (P.47, 53, 70) LCD monitor Checking remaining battery/ memory capacity, etc (P.25) Changing display (P.33) Display contents list (P.80) NORMAL PICTURE (Displayed on screen when mode changed) NORMAL PICTURE mode Take pictures (P.24). SCENE mode INTELLIGENT ISO mode Take pictures according to scene (P.40). Take pictures according to motion and brightness of subject (P.46). CLIPBOARD mode PLAYBACK mode Strap (supplied) Take/view pictures as memos (P.58). View/edit pictures previously taken (P.31, 61) PRINT mode Print (P.76). SIMPLE MODE For beginners (P.28). MOTION PICTURE mode Take motion pictures (P.47). MACRO mode Take close-up pictures (P.46). Self-timer (P.35) Up/down/left/right selection Up left down In this manual, direction buttons View previously to be pressed will be shown in taken picture white, or with . immediately right Status indicator (P.15, 24) DISPLAY/LCD MODE button (P.33, 34) FUNC (Quick setting P.57)/ delete (P.32) button DIGITAL/AV OUT socket (P.74, 76, 79) DC IN socket (P.74, 76) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional). Exposure compensation (P.38) Auto bracket (P.38) White balance fine adjustment (P.50) Backlight compensation (P.28) Flash (P.36) MENU/SET (menu display/set) (P.18) (Review) (P.30) DMC-TZ3 only VQT1B74 12 VQT1B74 13 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) Do not touch connector Charger (model-specific) Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure `LUMIX' faces outwards. The AC mains lead does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown right. Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the `OPEN' position and open the lid Completely insert battery and card (both click into place) Close lid Slide to the `LOCK' position. OPEN Connect the AC mains lead Charging light (CHARGE) On: Charging in progress (approx. 120 min.) Off: Charging complete If light is flashing... Battery temperature is too high/too low Battery may still be charged, but it will take longer as it must adjust to the room temperature. Battery/charger connector is dirty clean with dry cloth. LOCK Detach the battery after charging is complete To remove To remove battery, move lever in direction of arrow. lever After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the AC mains lead from the electrical outlet. Status indicator Approximate battery life Number of pictures: 270 [300 2] (at 30-sec intervals) 1 (equivalent to approx. 135 [150 2] mins) 1 Values based on CIPA standards. (P.91) (Number reduced if intervals longer ­ 67 [75 2] pictures if 2-minute intervals) Playback time: Approx. 260 [280 2] mins Above figures may be reduced if intervals between recording are longer; if flash, zoom, or POWER LCD are used frequently; or in colder climates (depends on actual usage). 2 DMC-TZ2 To remove card, press down in centre. Compatible memory cards (optional) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) SD memory cards, 8MB-2GB SDHC memory cards (4GB) (P.11) (4GB (or greater) cards without the SDHC logo are not of SD standard.) For recording picture/time capacity, see (P.92) For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) MultiMediaCards (still images only) SDHC memory card Note 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). Do not disassemble or modify the charger. Please purchase a new battery if battery life becomes significantly reduced. 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. Battery can be topped up even if not fully depleted. Caution SDHC logo Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. 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. VQT1B74 14 VQT1B74 15 Preparations 3 Setting the clock While this message is displayed Press Preparations 4 Know the different menus to get more out of your camera 1 /4 before turning on power. Set mode dial (P.13) to NORMAL PICTURE mode `PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. This camera contains a range of menus to enable you to set your photography and playback preferences, and to make the camera easier and more fun to use. The `SETUP' menu in particular contains important functions, such as for time and power source. Please check these settings before use. Making the camera more convenient to use (SETUP menu) (P.20) SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE Adjust year, month, date, time Select CLOCK SET 0 : 00 1 . JAN . 2007 Make settings for ease of use such as adjusting the clock and changing the beep sounds. Applicable modes (P.13): ±0 OFF SELECT EXIT DMY SELECT CANCEL SET SET Changing photography preferences (REC menu) (P.50) REC W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY 1/ 3 AWB AUTO Adjust Select to change date format Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size. Applicable modes (P.13): Power Set Press SELECT EXIT (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Using your pictures (PLAY menu) (P.64) PLAY DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE ROTATE DISP. ROTATE 1/ 3 Turn on power again and check time display. To change time setting OFF ON Make settings for using the pictures you have taken, including rotating, protecting, trimming, and handy settings for printing your pictures (DPOF). Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Note Failure to set the clock will mean correct date will not be printed (P.76) when printing pictures in digital photo centre or when using DATE STAMP (P.66). 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. Select `CLOCK SET' from SETUP menu (P.18), perform and above, and press . SELECT EXIT The following menus are also included: To set local time at overseas destination `WORLD TIME' (P.49) To make photography settings to fit certain scenes, e.g. night SCENE menu (P.40) To easily change settings such as picture quality, for beginners SIMPLE MODE menu (P.29) 16 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 17 Preparations 5 Using menus Zoom lever Explanation of settings method for SETUP menu, REC menu, and PLAY menu. (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) Here is explained an example of changing the `POWER SAVE' setting from `5 MIN.' to `2 MIN.' from SETUP menu. (`POWER SAVE' is a function to extend battery life by automatically turning the camera off if no operations are performed for a certain period.) Move across to the items Highlight `CLOCK SET' SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE 1 /4 Turn on the power ±0 OFF SELECT EXIT Select the correct item Set to Press and move beyond the bottom item SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE 1 /4 Page 2 displayed Move down to `POWER SAVE' SETUP AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP 2 /4 1SEC. 5MIN. OFF OFF ±0 OFF Bring up the menu MENU/SET SETUP menu Applicable modes: REC menu Applicable modes: PLAY menu Applicable modes: REC menu is displayed. REC W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY 1/ 3 AWB AUTO SELECT EXIT SELECT EXIT Select this item Displays settings SETUP AUTO REVIEW 2 /4 1SEC. OFF Highlight `2 MIN.' SETUP AUTO REVIEW 2 /4 1SEC. OFF SELECT EXIT First page of three currently displayed. (Zoom lever can be used to scroll through pages.) 5MIN. 1MIN. POWER SAVE OFF ZOOM RESUME 2MIN. OFF ECONOMY 5MIN. BEEP 10MIN. 5MIN. 1MIN. POWER SAVE OFF ZOOM RESUME 2MIN. OFF ECONOMY 5MIN. BEEP 10MIN. SELECT SET SELECT SET Select this setting SETUP 2 /4 1SEC. 2MIN. OFF OFF Finish Select SETUP menu Select REC W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY ASPECT RATIO PICT.SIZE QUALITY 1/ 3 AWB AUTO Select SETUP CLOCK SET WORLD TIME MONITOR GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE 1 /4 AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE ZOOM RESUME ECONOMY BEEP Press SELECT EXIT Note ±0 OFF SELECT EXIT SELECT EXIT To restore default settings `RESET' (P.22) For certain items, there may be no settings selection (step ) (e.g. `ROTATE' on PLAY menu), or actual display may differ from that above (e.g. `WORLD TIME' on SETUP menu). VQT1B74 18 VQT1B74 19 Preparations 6 1, 2 1, 2 Using SETUP menu Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method P.18) Default setting outlined: Settings also reflected in SIMPLE MODE (P.28). Settings also reflected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only. 1 2 `CLOCK SET', `AUTO REVIEW', `POWER SAVE' and `ECONOMY' are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. Item CLOCK SET Uses, operations Set the date and time. Set the local time at an overseas destination (P.49) Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor (7 levels). Change the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. Display recording information or histogram together with guide lines (P.33). 1, 2 Settings, notes Set the date/month/year and time (P.16). (DESTINATION) / -3 · · ±0 · · +3 REC. INFO.(Recording information): OFF / ON HISTOGRAM: OFF / ON PATTERN: / `PATTERN' cannot be selected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Recording information and histogram cannot be displayed. Not displayed in SIMPLE MODE. OFF / SET (P.48) OFF / 1SEC. / 3SEC. / ZOOM 3 (displays for 1 second, then at 4x zoom for 1 second) In `SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode (P.42), `AUTO BRACKET' 3 (P.38), `BURST' mode (P.54), or pictures with audio (P.53, 70), auto review performed regardless of setting. Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed. OFF / 1 MIN. / 2 MIN. / 5 MIN. / 10MIN. (Set time before POWER SAVE is initiated) 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 (exception: set to 10 minutes while slideshow is paused and during `MANUAL' slideshows) Setting fixed to `2 MIN.' in `ECONOMY', and to `5 MIN.' in SIMPLE MODE (P.28) and CLIPBOARD (P.58). OFF / ON Focus position cannot be stored. Released and cannot be set when using `SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode. (HOME) WORLD TIME MONITOR 1, 2 GUIDE LINE TRAVEL DATE Record the number of days elapsed in your travels. Automatically display pictures immediately after taking them. Select display time (seconds). `ZOOM' is useful for checking focus. AUTO REVIEW POWER SAVE Automatically shut off power while not in use. (Saves battery consumption) To restore: Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again. ZOOM RESUME 1, 2 Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off. Restrict battery consumption when recording. (Dims LCD monitor, automatically shuts off monitor when not in use.) Monitor also shut off during flash battery charging. Status indicator is illuminated while monitor is off. To restore: Press any button. ECONOMY OFF / LEVEL 1 (turned off after approx. 15 seconds of inactivity)/LEVEL 2 (turned off after approx. 15 seconds, or approx. 5 seconds of inactivity after recording) Cannot be used in the following cases: When using SIMPLE MODE, CLIPBOARD mode ,or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E, optional), when menu screen is displayed, when using self-timer setting or during motion picture recording. LCD monitor not dimmed when using `POWER LCD' or `HIGH ANGLE' (P.34). 20 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 21 Preparations 6 1, 2 1, 2 Using SETUP menu (Continued) Default setting outlined: 1 2 Settings also reflected in SIMPLE MODE (P.28). Settings also reflected in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). Item BEEP Uses, operations Change or mute beep sounds. Change or mute shutter sounds. Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). Volume: Volume: (mute) / (mute) / (low) / (low) / Settings, notes (high) (high) Tone: Tone: / / / / SHUTTER VOLUME 2 0 · · LEVEL3 · · LEVEL6 Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. YES/NO 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.73) To reset folder number to 100: First, format (P.73) the built-in memory or card, and reset the file numbers using NO. RESET. Then, select `YES' on the folder number reset screen. RESET REC. SETTINGS? (YES/NO) RESET SETUP PARAMETERS? (YES/NO) Resetting SETUP parameters causes the following to be reset: Birthdays in BABY (P.42) and PET modes (P.44), `TRAVEL DATE' (P.48), `WORLD TIME' (P.49), `ZOOM RESUME' (P.20), `FAVORITE' in PLAY menu (set to `OFF') (P.65), `ROTATE DISP.' (set to `ON') (P.66), CLIPBOARD menu (INITIAL DISP.) (set to `ON') (P.60) (Only `BEEP' is reset in the SIMPLE MODE menu.) Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. NTSC / PAL / When set to , pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor when connecting AV cable (supplied) (P.79). OFF (use previously selected scene mode) / AUTO (displays scene menu) To display scene menu when set to `OFF': Press `MENU/SET'. OFF / ON (display) ENGLISH / DEUTSCH (German) / FRANÇAIS (French) / ESPAÑOL (Spanish) / ITALIANO (Italian) / (Japanese) NO. RESET 1 Reset image file numbers and start again from `0001'. File numbers and folder numbers (P.75) RESET 2 Reset SETUP menu (P.20) and REC menu items (P.50) to their default settings. VIDEO OUT Change the video output format when connected to a TV, etc. (PLAYBACK mode only) Change the aspect ratio when connected to a TV, etc (PLAYBACK mode only). Display scene menu when mode dial is set to SCN1 or SCN2. 1, 2 TV ASPECT SCENE MENU DIAL DISPLAY LANGUAGE Display mode dial operation on screen. Change display language. 1, 2 22 VQT1B74 VQT1B74 23 Basics 1 Taking pictures Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.16). Applicable modes: Adjusting the focus Press the shutter button halfway, ensuring that the subject is aligned with the AF area. Focus Focus display Focus display AF area Sound F3.3 1/30 In focus On Green Double beep Not in focus Flashing Red/white Multiple beep Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) AF area (normal) AF area (when dark or using digital zoom) NORMAL PICTURE Display on screen Aperture value Shutter speed Images outside of the focus range may not be in full focus even if the light remains on. Adjust the focus Press halfway (If red: Could not achieve optimal exposure Use flash (P.36) or change `SENSITIVITY' (P.51).) Problems with adjusting focus (subject not in centre, etc)