Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-SZ5 Model No. 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.
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. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc.
∫ About the battery pack CAUTION • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. •...
Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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-If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Contents Information for Your Safety ..................2 Before Use ........................6 Standard Accessories....................7 Names and Functions of Main Parts ................8 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ......... 9 Charging the Battery....................10 Sequence of operations .....................11 Smartphone operations..................... 13 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ..........
Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of July 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. AC Adaptor Can be used for charging and DMW-BCK7E...
(DMW-AC5G: optional), ensure that Charging lamp the Panasonic DC coupler Wi-Fi connection lamp (DMW-DCC10: optional) and AC [Wi-Fi] button adaptor are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC [(] (Playback) button adaptor (DMW-AC5G: optional). Cursor buttons Release lever [DISP.] button VQT4K02 (ENG)
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 arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCK7E).
When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper connections may cause malfunctions. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. •...
Sequence of operations Press power button. • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. ∫...
∫ Recording Motion Pictures Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. • Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously is 29 minutes 59 seconds. The maximum available recording time continuously is displayed on the screen. ∫...
Smartphone operations You can operate the camera from a smartphone by connecting these two devices via Wi-Fi. • The connection requires the smartphone application “LUMIX LINK”. • Refer to the “Wi-Fi connection guide” for the installation of “LUMIX LINK” and the connection with a smartphone.
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∫ Operations you can perform on a smartphone • Read the [Help] in the “LUMIX LINK” menu for further details on how to operate. 100-0001 The screen differs depending on the operating system. ¢ Feature Description of functions Wireless shooting You can record images with this unit by controlling from the smartphone.
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. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied).
Installing supplied software • The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. – PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.4 SE (Windows XP/Vista/7) – LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP/Vista/7) (This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.) • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC.
> Insert a different card. [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Centre. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.
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[Failed to connect wireless access point]/[Connection failed]/[No destination found] • Check following regarding the wireless access point. > The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. > Power of the wireless access point is not turned on. >...
Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures. • Check “Troubleshooting” in the “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”. If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
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The subject is not focused properly. • The focus range varies depending on the Recording Mode. > Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.
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Playback The picture is not played back. The recorded pictures are not displayed. • Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card? > The pictures on the built-in memory appear when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted.
Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.1 W (When recording) 0.6 W (When playing back) Camera effective 14,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens Optical 10k zoom, fl4.5 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera...
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Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding Motion pictures Audio compression format Interface Digital “USB 2.0” (High Speed) Analogue video NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu) Audio Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin)
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Wireless transmitter Compliance IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) standard Frequency range 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (11ch) used (central frequency) Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WPA /WPA2 Access method Infrastructure mode VQT4K02 (ENG)
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AC Adaptor (Panasonic VSK0776): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 5 V, 800 mA Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCK7E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/680 mAh (ENG) VQT4K02...
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This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric...
Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.
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AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net Panasonic Corporation 2012...