Operating Instructions Home Photo Printer Model No. KX-PX10M Home Photo Printer KX-PX10M Operating Instructions Warranty provided separately Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Home Photo Printer. Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper operation. Especially, be sure to read the "Important Safety Instructions" (pages 6 ­ 9) before using this product. Store this manual and warranty in the safe place for future references. Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Home Photo Printer. For your future reference Date of purchase Serial number (found on the rear of the unit) Dealer's name and address Dealer's telephone number Attach your sales receipt here. Caution: Note that the images of printed documents will remain on the used ink sheet. Use discretion when disposing of the used ink cassette. 2 Table of Contents Before Use Before Use Important Safety Instructions .................................................. 6 Notes on Use ........................................................................... 10 · Usage locations .................................................................. 10 · Storage ............................................................................... 11 · Copy-prohibited items ......................................................... 11 · When disposing of, transferring ownership or returning the printer ........................................................ 11 Package Contents................................................................... 12 Names and Functions of Each Part ...................................... 13 Preparation Preparation Connecting a Power Source .................................................. 15 Inserting Battery into the Remote Control ........................... 16 Paper and Ink Cassettes (Sold Separately) .......................... 18 · Handling of paper and ink cassettes ................................... 19 Inserting the Paper ................................................................. 20 Inserting the Ink Cassette ...................................................... 22 Connecting .............................................................................. 24 · Connecting the printer to a digital camera .......................... 24 · Connecting the printer to a TV ............................................ 25 · Connecting the printer to a computer .................................. 25 Printing Changing Settings Printing PictBridge Printing with a Digital Camera ............................ 26 Printing with a TV ................................................................... 28 · Checking the connection to a TV ........................................ 28 · Inserting a memory card ..................................................... 29 · Turning the power on .......................................................... 29 · Changing the language ....................................................... 30 · Printing single image ........................................................... 32 · Printing multiple images ...................................................... 34 · Printing all images on a memory card ................................. 36 · Printing an index ................................................................. 38 · Printing using DPOF settings .............................................. 40 Advanced Operations With PC Others 3 Changing Settings Print Settings .......................................................................... 42 · Printing date ........................................................................ 42 · Borderless printing .............................................................. 44 · Rotating image 180° ........................................................... 46 Image Adjustment ................................................................... 48 Device Settings ....................................................................... 53 Saving Settings ....................................................................... 55 Restoring Default Settings..................................................... 56 Advanced Operations Searching for Images ............................................................. 57 · Searching for images by date ............................................. 57 · Exiting search mode ........................................................... 59 Selecting All Images ............................................................... 60 Slide Show............................................................................... 62 · Starting a slide show ........................................................... 62 · Slide show of selected images ............................................ 64 · Slide show settings ............................................................. 65 Trimming/Rotating Images..................................................... 67 Creating Calendars ................................................................. 69 Composite Printing................................................................. 76 LUMIX Baby Mode .................................................................. 82 With PC Printing with a Computer ....................................................... 84 · System requirements .......................................................... 84 · Installing the printer driver ................................................... 85 · Printing from the computer .................................................. 89 · Status monitor ..................................................................... 89 · License agreement ............................................................. 90 4 Before Use Others If a Paper Jam Occurs ............................................................ 91 LED Indicators ........................................................................ 93 Troubleshooting...................................................................... 94 Message Display ................................................................... 100 Maintenance .......................................................................... 103 Specifications ....................................................................... 104 List of Factory Settings ........................................................ 105 Additional Information ......................................................... 106 Index ...................................................................................... 108 Customer Services .............................................................. 109 5 Important Safety Instructions When using this unit, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the unit. 3. Unplug this unit from wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this unit near water, for example near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, etc. 5. Place the unit securely on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls. 6. Do not cover air vents on the unit. They are provided for ventilation and protection against overheating. Never place the unit near radiators, or in a place where proper ventilation is not provided. 7. Use only the power source marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the unit where no one can step or trip on the cord. 9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electrical shock. 10.Do not damage the power cord, plug or AC adaptor. Consult your dealer in case where these items need to be repaired. 11. Do not touch the plug with wet hands. 12.Do not use a damaged plug or AC adaptor or slack cord. Insert the power plug fully and firmly. 13.Regularly clear away dust from the power plug. 14.Never push any objects through slots in this unit. This may result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill any liquid on the unit. 15.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this unit. Take the unit to an authorized service center when service is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used. 16.Unplug this unit from wall outlets and refer servicing to an authorized service center when the following conditions occur: A. When the power cord is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the unit. C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the unit does not work normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only controls covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment may require extensive work by an authorized service center. E. If the unit has been dropped or physically damaged. F. If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance. 17.During thunderstorms, avoid using the unit. There may be a remote risk of an electric shock from lightning. 18.Do not place memory cards within reach of infants. If you believe a child has swallowed a memory card, contact a physician immediately. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 Before Use WARNING: · To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture. · Unplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211PANA (1-800-211-7262). CAUTION: · The wall outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the power plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable. · Although the power button is in the "OFF" position, the unit is not completely disconnected from the power supply. Remove the plug from the wall outlet if you will not be using the unit for an extended period of time. Place the unit so the plug can be easily removed. · Be sure to remove the memory card from the unit before disconnecting the power cord. · When moving the unit, disconnect the power cord. · Do not place heavy object on the unit, or sit on it. · Do not use the unit in a location exposed to sooty or steamy emissions, dampness or excessive dust. · Avoid placing the unit in locations subject to high temperatures. In particular, avoid placing the unit in locations subject to direct sunlight or close to stoves. · Take care not to catch your fingers in the opening for the ink cassette and paper cassette. · Do not touch the paper during printing. Paper moves back and forth 4 times during printing. Do not touch the paper until the printing process has finished. · Do not touch the thermal head located inside the unit as this may lead to burn injury. Battery To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. · Use only the battery specified. · Keep coin battery out of the reach of small children. · Do not charge, disassemble or remodel the coin battery, subject it to pressure or heat, or place it in water or fire. · Be sure to check the + and ­ terminals of the coin battery and insert it correctly. · Do not allow any metallic object (such as necklace or hair pin) to contact the +/­ terminals of the coin battery. Place the battery in a plastic bag or other safe container to ensure that it does not come in contact with any metallic objects. · If fluid leaks from the battery: If fluid should for some reason leak from the battery and it comes in contact with your skin or clothes, be sure to flush the affected area thoroughly with water. Avoid getting any battery leakage in your eyes as this may cause eye damage or loss of eyesight. If you get any battery leakage in your eyes, immediately wash the area with water and consult a physician. 7 Continued on next page Important Safety Instructions FCC NOTE: (U.S. only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installatio ...