Panasonic DMC-XS3 Basic Operating Instructions

[ENGLISH]
Basic Operating
Instructions
Digital Camera
DMC-XS3
Model No.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this
manual for future use.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
More detailed operating instructions are
available in "Operating Instructions for
advanced features (PDF format)". To
read it, download it from the website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/
index.html?model=DMC-XS3&dest=EB
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation
Kadoma, Osaka, Japan
Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
 Panasonic Corporation 2013
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EB
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waste electrical and electronic equipment or
waste batteries.
More detailed information is contained in
"Operating Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)".
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. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those
shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
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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.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
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Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
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Use only the recommended accessories.
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Do not remove covers.
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Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
∫ Product identification marking
Product
Digital Camera Bottom
∫ About the battery pack
CAUTION
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
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When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
for the correct method of disposal.
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Do not heat or expose to flame.
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Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car 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 xC or
incinerate.
∫ About the AC adaptor (supplied)
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
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Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
EU confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
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The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary
circuit is always "live" as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
∫ Cautions for Use
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Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
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Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
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Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
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Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCL7E).
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If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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 use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
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Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
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Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
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Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this
unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
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If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning
properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (supplied).
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
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If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or
sound may be adversely affected.
Features of the Camera
The body of an ultra-thin classical design is equipped an
optical zoom lens ranging from 24 mm in wide angle to
120 mm in telephoto.
Equipped with a 14-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS
sensor, the camera enables you to take clear pictures,
even those of night scenery or a dark room. The camera
is also capable of recording full high-definition motion
pictures.
Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Location
Product numbers correct as of July 2013. These may be subject to change.
Battery Pack (DMW-BCL7E)
USB Connection Cable
(K1HY08YY0031)
Hand Strap (VFC4297)
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Consult the dealer or Panasonic if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase
the accessories separately.)
∫ Optional Accessories
Battery Pack: DMW-BCL7
USB Connection Cable: DMW-USBC1
AV Cable: DMW-AVC1
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Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.
Names of Main Parts
Preparations
AC Adaptor
To power outlet
USB Connection Cable
microSD Memory Card (optional)
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The following cards, which conform to the SD standard, can be used with this unit.
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
microSD Memory Card (64 MB to 2 GB)
microSDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)
Charging time
Tips for taking good pictures
Hold the camera gently with
both hands, keep your arms
AC Adaptor (VSK0775) still at your side and stand
with your feet slightly apart.
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Be careful not to put your fingers
on the flash, AF assist lamp,
microphone, speaker or lens etc.
Selecting the Recording Mode
Flash
1
Press [MODE].
2
Self-timer indicator/ Press 3/4/2/1 to select the
AF Assist Lamp
Recording Mode.
3
Press [MENU/SET].
Lens
LCD monitor
∫ List of Recording Modes
[MODE] button
Intelligent Auto Mode
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The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Charging lamp
Normal Picture Mode
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Zoom button
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
Motion picture button Creative Control Mode
Record while checking the image effect.
Cursor buttons
This mode allows you to select any of the 13 image effects including
3(È)/4(DISP.)/2(ë)/1(‰)
[Old Days], [High Key], and [Dynamic Monochrome].
[(] (Playback) button
Panorama Shot Mode
This mode allows you to take panorama pictures.
[MENU/SET] button
This mode allows you to select any of the 11 image effects including
[Q.MENU]/
[Old Days], [High Key], and [Dynamic Monochrome].
[ ] (Delete/Cancel) button
Scene Mode
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This mode allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
This mode allows you to select any of the 16 scenes including [Portrait], [Scenery],
Strap eyelet
and [Starry Sky].
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Speaker When the mode has been switched from Playback Mode to Recording Mode, the
previously set Recording Mode will be set.
Taking pictures using the automatic function
Camera [ON/OFF] button
(Intelligent Auto Mode)
Microphone
We recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to
the camera and record casually.
Shutter button
Tripod mount
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
Release lever
Card/Battery door
ISO
F2 .8 F2 .8 F2 .8
1/6 0 1/6 0 1/6 0
Charging lamp
Strap eyelet
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To prevent dropping,
be sure to attach the
supplied strap and fit it
to your wrist. ∫ Scene Detection
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is
displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red.
> [i-Portrait]
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[i-Macro]
[i-Night Scenery]
[i-Sunset]
Battery Pack Hand Strap
¢1 Only displayed when the flash is set to [
¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Nite Shot] is set to [ON].
Approx. 150 min
Microphone
Flash
AF Assist Lamp
Speaker
Lens
Tripod mount
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A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm
(0.22 inch) or more may damage this
unit if attached.
[MODE] button
Cursor buttons
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Press 3/4/2/1 to select
[Intelligent Auto], and then press [MENU/
SET].
Shutter button
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Press the shutter button halfway to focus,
and then press the shutter button fully
(push it in further), and take the picture.
[i-Scenery]
¢1
[i-Night Portrait]
¢2
[iHandheld Nite Shot]
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