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Operating Instructions
DMC-LC40PP
Model No.
Before use, please read these
instructions completely.
Digital Camera
VQT9861
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Page 1: Digital Camera
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Operating Instructions DMC-LC40PP Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. Digital Camera VQT9861... - Page 2 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 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR...
- Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-LC40 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800- 272-7033 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 4: Information For Your Safety
USB Driver End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Soft Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Information for Your Safety ... 2 USB Driver End User License Agreement ... 4 Preparation Standard Accessories ... 7 Names of the Components ... 8 LCD Monitor Display ... 10 Quick Guide ... 12 Inserting the Battery ... 13 Charging the Battery ... - Page 8 The Menu Items ... 85 Cautions for Use ... 87 Warning Indications ... 91 Troubleshooting ... 92 Specifications ... 93 Digital Camera Accessory System... 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form... 97 Request for Service Notice ... 98 Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ... 99 Customer Services Directory (For USA Only) ...
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Page 9: Standard Accessories
Standard Accessories Before using your camera, check the contents. SD Memory Card (16 MB) RP-SD016B Battery Pack CGR-S602A AC Adaptor DE-877B USB Connection Kit (Consists of) USB Connection Cable K1HA05CD0001 A/V Cable K1V204C20002 Strap VFC3868 Lens Cap VYK0B77 Lens Cap String VFC3893 CD-ROM VFF0144... -
Page 10: Names Of The Components
Names of the Components 14 15 16 17 [Front View] [Up View] 10 Shutter Button (P24) 11 Zoom Lever (P32, P33) 12 Lens Ring (P58) [Back View] 13 Diopter Adjustment Dial (P19) 14 Optical Finder (P19) 15 Status Indicator (P23) 16 Flash/Access Indicator (P17, 17 Power Switch (P18) 18 DISPLAY Button (P22) - Page 11 31 32 33 [Left View] 25 Flash Open Lever (P34) 26 A/V OUT Socket (P82) 27 DC IN Socket (P14) 28 USB Socket (5pin) (P84) 29 Terminal Door (P14) [Right View] 30 Strap Hole (P20) [Bottom View] 31 Battery Door Open/Lock Lever (P13) 32 Battery Door (P13) 33 Tripod Receptacle (P21)
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Page 12: Lcd Monitor Display
LCD Monitor Display [In recording] REC mode : AUTO (P29) : Program AE (P40) : Aperture-priority AE (P41) : Shutter-priority AE (P42) : Macro mode (P56) : Portrait mode (P43) : Landscape mode (P44) : Sports mode (P45) : Night portrait mode (P46) : Spot mode (P47) : Motion image mode (P31) Flash mode (P34) - Page 13 : Daylight : Cloudy : Halogen : Fluorescent : Flash : White set 12 Zoom (P32, P33) (digital zoom ON: 13 Self-timer mode (P36) : 2 seconds : 10 seconds : Spot metering target (P47) : Spot AF area (P47, P55) : Focus area (P29) 17 Shutter speed indication (P42) 18 Aperture indication (P41)
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Page 14: Quick Guide
Quick Guide Prepare the following items. • Camera • Battery • Memory card • AC adaptor Check that the power switch is set to [OFF]. Slide the lever in the direction of the arrow to open the battery door. Insert the battery into the camera. (P13) Connect the AC adaptor to the camera to charge the battery. -
Page 15: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the Battery [Inserting] [Removing] [Preparation] • Set the power switch to [OFF]. Slide the lever in the direction of the arrow to open the battery door. Insert the battery all the way in, until it is locked. Close the battery door. Slide the lever to lock the battery door. -
Page 16: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery ª Battery indicator The remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor. (This is not displayed when using AC adaptor) : The battery power is sufficient : The remaining power is a little low : The remaining power is low : Recharge or replace the battery Set the power switch to [OFF]. -
Page 17: Connecting To An Electrical Outlet
ª Charging time and available recording time (LCD on, shooting once every 30 seconds, flash every other shot. Measured using supplied 16 MB SD Memory Card) Supplied Approx. battery pack 120 min. A Charging time B Continuous recording time (recordable number) ª... -
Page 18: Inserting The Card
• If the card cannot be fully inserted, verify whether the direction of the card is correct. • We recommend that you use a Panasonic branded SD Memory Card. (Use only the genuine card) - Page 19 ª Access to the card When the card is being accessed, the red flash/access indicator 1 lights. When the flash/access indicator lights, do not remove the battery, open the memory card door, or pull out the card. The card and the card contents may be destroyed and the camera may not operate normally.
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Page 20: Turning Power On/Off
Turning Power on/off • When switching the power on/off, do not put any obstacle in front of the lens. • Please be sure to remove the lens cap (P20) before you switch on the camera in recording mode. If not, the message “REMOVE LENS CAP AND PRESS SET BUTTON” appears on the LCD monitor. -
Page 21: Adjusting The Optical Finder (Diopter Adjustment)
Adjusting the Optical Finder (Diopter Adjustment) This camera’s optical view finder offers a diopter adjustment. It allows the user to make adjustments related to each users individual vision characteristics. Please adjust this feature before using the camera. Adjust the diopter, rotating the diopter adjustment dial. -
Page 22: Attaching The Strap/Attaching The Lens Cap
Attaching the Strap/Attaching the Lens When the camera is switched off or used in playback mode, protect the lens surface by attaching the supplied lens cap. Pass the end of the string through the lens cap eyelet. Pass the knotted end of the string through the other end of the string and pull it firmly. -
Page 23: Using The Tripod
Using the Tripod Using a tripod (customer supplied), can minimize or eliminate picture motion jitter associated with physical movement. This is especially true when in the tele position or when using slow shutter speeds. Align the camera holder 2 2 2 2 with the tripod receptacle 1 1 1 1 of the camera and attach. -
Page 24: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD Monitor • These settings are retained in the Record mode, even if the power is turned off. • When setting the digital zoom to [ON], you can not turn off the LCD monitor. • When Auto Review function is set to [ON], LCD monitor turns on after taking picture for reviewing even if you use the camera in LCD off mode. -
Page 25: The Indicators
The Indicators ª Status Indicator (Green) 1 [Blinking] Warning indication [Lighting] When turning the power switch to [ON] ª Flash/Access Indicator (Red) 2 [Blinking] When charging the flash When setting the flash mode to forced off and recording in dark places [Lighting] When accessing the card Indicating the flash fires in next capture (It... -
Page 26: The Shutter Button (Pressing Halfway/Pressing Fully)
The Shutter Button (Pressing halfway/Pressing fully) The shutter button is pressed in 2 steps: “pressing halfway” and “pressing fully”. Pressing halfway (Press lightly) A • Focus and exposure are locked. Pressing fully (Press all the way) B • The picture is captured. In motion image mode, the recording starts. -
Page 27: The Operational Mode Dial And The Rec Mode Dial
The Operational Mode Dial and the REC Mode Dial ª REC mode dial 2 You can choose among 9 REC modes, as shown below. : AUTO (P29) The shutter speed and the aperture value are automatically adjusted. Also the settings can be adjusted is limited. - Page 28 The Operational Mode Dial and the REC Mode Dial (Continued) : Macro mode: (P56) When you take the pictures from a distance closer than 1.64 feet (50 cm), set the camera in macro mode. This allows you to get closer to the subject up to 0.2 feet (6 cm). : Portrait mode: (P43) Portrait mode lets you achieve the depth of focus effect easily when you take portrait photos.
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Page 29: Operating The Menu
Operating the Menu SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SELECT EXIT SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM EXIT SELECT SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SELECT EXIT By operating the menu you can set the settings of REC or playback mode. You can also set the date and time, the operational sound and various other settings. -
Page 30: Setting The Date/Time (Clock Set)
Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set) SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO.RESET CLOCK SET SELECT CLOCK SET M/D/Y SELECT You can set the year from 2001 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to make the setup menu appear. -
Page 31: Taking Pictures (Auto Mode)
Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) • When power saving time is set, if you do not operate the camera for a while, it is automatically turned off at the set time. To operate the camera again, press the shutter button or turn the power switch first to [OFF] and then to [ON]. (P80) •... -
Page 32: Checking The Last Picture (Review)
Checking the Last Picture (Review) REVIEW DELETE REVIEW DELETE DELETE SINGLE DELETE THIS PICTURE? SELECT : After taking a picture, when auto review (P78) is set to [ON], the captured picture is displayed on the LCD monitor for about 2 seconds, but you can also check the picture by following the methods shown below. -
Page 33: Recording Motion Images
Recording Motion Images • The remaining time displayed on the LCD monitor is an approximation. • You cannot record motion images without audio. • If using the MultiMediaCard, after recording motion images, the screen may appear grey, but this is not a malfunction. •... -
Page 34: Using The Optical Zoom
Using the Optical Zoom With this function, you can make people and subjects closer, and landscapes can be captured in wide angle, with the 3 times optical zoom. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the size with the zoom lever. -
Page 35: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom SET UP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALTY D.ZOOM EXIT SELECT: It is possible to further magnify a subject already magnified 3 times with the optical zoom by 2 more times, with the digital zoom, thereby reaching a maximum of 6 times. [Preparation] •... -
Page 36: Taking Pictures With The Built-In Flash
Taking Pictures with the Built-in Flash [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Slide the flash open lever to open the Flash. Press [ • Every time you press the [ ] button, the available settings will appear as shown below. - Page 37 • The available flash range is about 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 14.8 feet (4.5 m) at a maximum wide angle and about 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 11.5 feet (3.5 m) at a maximum telephoto setting. (In macro mode, at a maximum wide angle setting it is about 0.33 feet (10 cm) - 1.64 feet (50 cm), at a maximum telephoto setting it is about 0.66 feet (20 cm) - 1.64 feet (50 cm) •...
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Page 38: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer • In AUTO mode [ ], you can only set to 10 seconds [ • In motion image mode [ • In burst mode [ ], the self-timer setting applies to the first picture only. When you set the self-timer, the picture is automatically taken after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds). -
Page 39: Taking Pictures With Audio
Taking Pictures with Audio SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SELECT : EXIT You can take a picture with audio for 5 seconds. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to set to [AUDIO REC.]. Press 2/1 to set to [ON]. -
Page 40: Changing The Picture Size
Changing the Picture Size SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SELECT : In motion image mode [ The smaller you set the picture size, the more pictures you can store on the memory card. In addition, a small data volume allows you attach the picture to an e-mail or post it on a web site more easily. -
Page 41: Changing The Quality (Data Compression Ratio)
Changing the Quality (Data Compression Ratio) SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SELECT : EXIT Approx.75 s • In AUTO mode [ ], you cannot select TIFF [ • In motion image mode [ ], quality cannot be modified. • It may happen that pictures appear like a mosaic depending on the scene characteristics. •... -
Page 42: Taking Pictures With Program Ae Mode
Taking Pictures with Program AE Mode SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: • When taking pictures in dark places, as the exposure time becomes longer and it is difficult to stabilize the camera, the use of a tripod is recommended. •... -
Page 43: Taking Pictures With Aperture-Priority Ae
Taking Pictures with Aperture-priority AE SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: EXIT • The available setting range of the aperture value is from F2.0 to F8.0. • The aperture value can change according to zoom position. •... -
Page 44: Taking Pictures With Shutter-Priority Ae
Taking Pictures with Shutter-priority AE SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: • In shutter-priority AE mode [ Slow sync./red-eye reduction [ [AUTO] ISO sensitivity (P54) • The available setting range of the shutter speed is adjustable from 8 seconds to 1/1000 th. •... -
Page 45: Taking Pictures With The Portrait Mode
Taking Pictures with the Portrait Mode Portrait mode allows you to achieve the depth of focus effect easily when you take portrait photos. The subject looks sharp and outstanding against an unfocused background. It will be best place the subject much closer and allow for proper distance between subject and background. -
Page 46: Taking Pictures With The Landscape Mode
Taking Pictures with the Landscape Mode In Landscape mode the camera is adjusted to product the greatest depth of field. This mode works best outdoors under direct sunlight at diatances exceeding 32.8 feet (10 m). [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial. (P25) Set the REC mode dial to Landscape mode [ Take a picture. -
Page 47: Taking Pictures With The Sports Mode
Taking Pictures with the Sports Mode When you take photos of outdoor sports, this mode allows you to capture a still action photo easily. Please note that this mode is suitable to take photos of the subject from distances of more than 16.4 feet (5 m) and in daylight situations. -
Page 48: Taking Pictures With The Night Portrait Mode
Taking Pictures with the Night Portrait Mode The Night Portrait mode combines the electronic flash with a “slow shutter” mode. This unique feature allows you to photograph close subjects against the natural night background. Since the shutter speed is slow, we highly recommend using a tripod to steady the camera. -
Page 49: Taking Pictures With The Spot Mode
Taking Pictures with the Spot Mode When this mode is selected, both autofocus area and exposure will be set to spot mode. This is suitable when you take pictures in delicate light conditions and intend to spot on a limited area. [Preparation] •... -
Page 50: Compensating The Exposure
Compensating the Exposure EXPOSURE Shutter speed Aperture value • When the shutter speed is faster than 1/500, the range of aperture value which is possible to compensate exposure will be limited. (A) • When recording in AUTO [ image [ ] mode, it is not possible to compensate exposure. -
Page 51: Taking Pictures With Auto (Ae) Bracket
Taking Pictures with Auto (AE) Bracket AUTO BRACKET 3 FRAMES SET: • When recording in AUTO [ cannot record using auto bracket. • Setting quality to TIFF [ ], you cannot record using auto bracket. • Setting quality to fine [ ], the number of pictures is set to 3. -
Page 52: Using The Af/Ae Lock
Using the AF/AE Lock If the subject is out of the AF target or the focus area and you press the shutter button, the subject’s focus is not adjusted. After locking focus and exposure (AF/AE lock), you can take a clear picture with adjusted focus. AF: Auto focus AE: Auto exposure [Preparation]... -
Page 53: Picture Adjustment (Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation)
Picture Adjustment (Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation) SETUP SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM PICT.ADJ. EXIT SELECT: PICTURE ADJ. STD. CONTRAST HIGH SHARPNESS STD. SATURATION STD. SELECT: EXIT • When recording in AUTO [ portrait [ ] or motion image [ [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. -
Page 54: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: • In AUTO [ ], portrait [ mode, the white balance is set to [AUTO]. Auto White Balance is designed to automatically adjust the camera to produce natural flesh tones. - Page 55 SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: EXIT WHITE SET FRAME THE CAMERA AT THE WHITE SURFACE AND PRESS SHUTTER CANCEL Here the white set mode of white balance is explained. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial.
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Page 56: Setting Iso Sensitivity
Setting ISO Sensitivity SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: • In aperture-priority AE [ ISO sensitivity. • In AUTO [ ], portrait [ motion image [ ] mode, it is set to [AUTO]. ISO sensitivity is a value that corresponds to the sensitivity to light. -
Page 57: Using The Spot Af
Using the Spot AF SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE SELECT: EXIT • In AUTO [ ] or motion image [ You can record a subject focusing on a single part with a smaller focus area than usual. This setting is particularly suitable to focus on the eye when you take portrait photos. -
Page 58: Taking Pictures With Macro Mode
Taking Pictures with Macro Mode • When selecting the macro mode, optical finder functionality is limited. Use the LCD monitor. • If you use the close-up lens (DMW-LC52, optional), you can record from a shorter distance. When using close-up lens (optional) 0.52 feet (16 cm) 0.39 feet... -
Page 59: Taking Pictures With Burst Mode
Taking Pictures with Burst Mode By continuously pressing the shutter button, it is possible to record in burst mode. (4 frames/second maximum of 8 frames) [Preparation] • Set the REC mode dial. (P25) Set the operational mode dial to burst mode [ Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus, then press it fully to... -
Page 60: Using The Conversion Lens
Using the Conversion Lens Using the tele conversion lens (DMW-LT52, optional), it is possible to zoom in much more; using the wide conversion lens (DMW-LW52, optional), it is possible to widen much more. (When attaching the conversion lens, the Close-up lens (DMW-LC52, optional) or MC protector (DMW-LMC52;... -
Page 61: Playback
Playing Back Still Pictures • This camera is based on the DCF standards (Design rule for Camera File system) which were established by the Japan Electronic Industry Technology Association (JEITA). • The file format that can be played back with this camera is JPEG. (There are also pictures that cannot be played back in JPEG format) •... -
Page 62: Playing Back Still Pictures With Audio
Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio PLAY AUDIO: PLAY SETUP MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. CLOCK SET VIDEO OUT NTSC SELECT: Set the operational mode dial to playback [ Press 2/1 to select the file with audio icon [ By pressing the [REVIEW/SET] button, audio is played back. -
Page 63: Images Multi Playback
9 Images Multi Playback SELECT: CANCEL: SELECT: CANCEL: It is possible to display 9 images at once. [Preparation] Set the operational mode dial to playback During playback, rotate the zoom lever towards [ • Multi playback (9 frames) starts. Press 3/4/2/1 to select images. •... -
Page 64: Using The Playback Zoom
Using the Playback Zoom CANCEL: DELETE: • In motion image playback, it is not possible to magnify. • The more the zoom magnification increases, the more the picture quality deteriorates. • The playback zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipment. During playback it is possible to enlarge pictures. -
Page 65: Playing Back Motion Images
Playing Back Motion Images PLAY MOTION IMAGE: • When playing back motion images that have been recorded with other equipment, the quality of images may be deteriorated and images may not be able to be played back. • The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG. •... -
Page 66: Deleting Images
Deleting Images PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: DELETE THIS CANCEL DELETE DELETE MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: MARK/UNMARK: Images recorded on the card can be deleted. Once deleted, images cannot be recovered. [Preparations] • Set the operational mode dial to playback [ •... - Page 67 PLAY SETUP DELETE SINGLE PROTECT MULTI DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: EXIT DELETE ALL DELETE ALL PICTURES? SELECT: SET: [Delete all images] Once deleted, images cannot be recovered. Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE] and then press 1.
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Page 68: Writing The Print Information In The Card (Dpof Setting)
Writing the Print Information in the Card (DPOF Setting) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: DPOF SET THIS SELECT: SET: DPOF SET THIS SELECT: COUNT: SET: It is possible to write print information (DPOF data) on the card with the images that you want to print and the number of sheets. - Page 69 SETUP PLAY DELETE PROTECT DPOF SINGLE SLIDE SHOW MULTI AUDIO DUB. CANCEL RESIZE INDEX SELECT: EXIT DPOF SET MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: COUNT: SET: DPOF SET MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: COUNT: SET: [Multi copy setting/to cancel] It is possible to set up to 50 images all at once.
- Page 70 Writing the Print Information in the Card (DPOF Setting) (Continued) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDESHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: SET: CANCEL ALL DPOF CANCEL ALL DPOF SETTINGS? SELECT: DPOF INDEX SET INDEX PRINT? SELECT: [To cancel all settings] A Press the [MENU] button.
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Page 71: Protecting Images On The Card
Protecting Images on the Card PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT SINGLE DPOF MULTI SLIDE SHOW CANCEL AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: SET: EXIT: • Formatting the card will erase all the data on the card, even if you protect the images in this procedure. -
Page 72: Playing Back With Slide Show (Automatic Playback)
Playing Back with Slide Show (Automatic Playback) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: SET: DPOF SLIDE SHOW SLIDE SHOW DURATION 1SEC. AUDIO DPOF SET CANCEL ALL SELECT: SET: CANCEL: DPOF SLIDE SHOW START SLIDE SHOW STOP: All pictures selected in the card can be played back one-by-one automatically. - Page 73 • In motion image playback, slide show is not available. • When editing with the supplied software [SD Viewer for DSC] recorded on the CD-ROM, you can play back in SD slide show with this camera. Read P90. • Images that are set DPOF with the supplied software [SD Viewer for DSC] recorded on the CD-ROM cannot be played back in DPOF slide show with this camera.
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Page 74: Adding Audio To Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing)
Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing) SETUP PLAY DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: AUDIO DUB. CANCEL START: It is possible to add a 10-second narration to a recorded picture. [Preparations] • Set the operational mode dial to playback [ •... -
Page 75: Resizing The Recorded Pictures
Resizing the Recorded Pictures PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE SELECT: EXIT RESIZE RESIZE CANCEL It is possible to reduce the recorded picture size. This function is useful if you want to reduce the volume of the picture for attaching to an e-mail or uploading on web-site. -
Page 76: Trimming The Recorded Pictures
Trimming the Recorded Pictures PLAY SETUP PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE TRIMMING SELECT: TRIMMING CANCEL TRIMMING CANCEL TRIMMING: It is possible to cut off the unnecessary parts of the picture (trimming), and enlarge the remainder parts of the picture. [Preparations] •... - Page 77 • You cannot operate trimming on pictures recorded with other equipment. • Motion images or TIFF pictures cannot be trimmed or enlarged. • Trimming is not possible for pictures with audio or pictures with a size of [640 a 480] pixels.
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Page 78: Formatting The Card
SELECT: • If the card cannot be formatted, consult your dealer. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Usually, it is not necessary to format the card (initializing). -
Page 79: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor Brightness
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT • When turning the power off, the LCD monitor brightness is returned. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to open the setup menu. Press 3/4 to select [MONITOR]. -
Page 80: Using The Auto Review
Using the Auto Review SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: • In burst mode [ ] or auto bracket, only the first recorded picture is displayed. • Even when setting the auto review to [ON], it is not available in motion image mode [ •... -
Page 81: Setting Up The Operational Sound
Setting up the Operational Sound SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT It is possible to set the sound volume when the menu operations are done. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to open the setup menu. Press 3/4 to select [BEEP]. -
Page 82: Setting Up The Power Save Mode
Setting up the Power Save Mode SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: • If you want to cancel the power save mode, turn the power switch to [ON] again after turning it to [OFF], or press the shutter button. •... -
Page 83: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT NUMBER RESET RESET FILE NO. IN THE CAMERA? SELECT: EXIT: As the file numbers are recorded sequentially by the camera, when you use some cards (SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard), it may happen that the file numbers on your cards are not in order. -
Page 84: Playing Back Images With A Tv Monitor
Playing Back Images with a TV Monitor ª Viewing images in other countries When setting [VIDEO OUT] on the menu, you can view images on the TV in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or PAL system. • Even if you set menu selection for [VIDEO OUT] to [PAL], the output signal is still NTSC system. -
Page 85: After Use
After Use After using the camera and after following steps, it is recommended to place it in the optional soft case, in order to protect it. Turn the power switch to [OFF]. (P18) Eject the card. (P16) Remove the battery. (P13) Attach the lens cap. -
Page 86: Connecting To A Pc
Connecting to a PC [Preparation] ® Only if using Windows 98 or Windows Second Edition, start the supplied CD from PC and install the USB driver. • For further information, read the supplied operating instructions for USB connection kit. Connect the camera to PC via supplied USB cable. -
Page 87: The Menu Items
The Menu Items SETUP AE MODE W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM PICT.ADJ. SELECT: EXIT SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT REC mode menu • For items without number, refer to those with the same name. - Page 88 The Menu Items (Continued) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. RESIZE TRIMMING FORMAT SELECT: PLAY SETUP MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. CLOCK SET VIDEO OUT NTSC SELECT: Playback mode menu • For items without number, refer to those with the same name.
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Page 89: Cautions For Use
(such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). • If you use the digital camera on or near a TV, images and sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the digital camera near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the images and sounds. - Page 90 Be sure to detach the battery after use. Be sure to detach the battery from the digital camera. (If it is left attached to the digital camera, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the digital camera power is off) If the battery is left attached to the digital camera for a long time, discharge takes place.
- Page 91 • In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. • If the digital camera is extremely cold when you turn the power on, the image on the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.
- Page 92 ª SD Slide Show If setting the SD slide show with the [SD Viewer for DSC] which is in the supplied CD-ROM, when playing back, the message “START SD SLIDE SHOW?” is displayed. Press 3/4 to select [YES] and press the REVIEW/SET button to start the SD slide show.
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Page 93: Warning Indications
Warning Indications [NO MEMORY CARD] Insert the memory card. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED] Cancel the memory card lock. [NO VALID IMAGE TO PLAY] Carry out playback after recording or after inserting the memory card with a recorded image. [MEMORY CARD FULL] Insert a new memory card or delete the useless data. -
Page 94: Troubleshooting
Charge the battery or replace it with charged one. 2-2: Has condensation occurred? Carrying the digital camera from a cold place to a warm place could cause condensation to form inside the camera. Wait until condensation disappears. -
Page 95: Specifications
Specifications Digital Camera Power Source: Power Consumption: Effective number of pixels Image sensor Lens Digital zoom Focus Focus range Shutter system Burst recording Motion image recording ISO sensitivity Shutter speed White balance Exposure (AE) Metering mode LCD monitor Optical finder... - Page 96 Interface Digital Analog video/audio Terminal Analog video/audio DC IN Dimensions (W a H a D) Weight AC adaptor (Panasonic DE-877B) Input USA&CANADA 120 V Foreign Output Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGR-S602A) Voltage/capacity 2240 a 1680, 1600 a 1200, 1120 a 840,...
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Page 98: Digital Camera Accessory System
Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGR-S602A/1B DMW-LA1 DMW-LW52 DMW-LT52 DMW-LC52 DMW-LMC52 RP-SDH512 RP-SDH256 RP-SD128 RP-SD064B RP-SD032B RP-SD016B RP-SD008B BN-SDCAPU/1B BN-SDABPU/1B *Please refer to page 15, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer. -
Page 99: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information on Accessories. -
Page 100: Request For Service Notice
(Failure to due so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Digital Camera Repair... -
Page 101: Limited Warranty (For Usa Only)
Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with... - Page 102 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
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Page 103: Customer Services Directory (For Usa Only)
Customer's in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985... -
Page 104: Index
Index AF/AE Lock ... 50 Aperture-priority AE ... 41 Audio Dubbing ... 72 Auto (AE) Bracket ... 49 AUTO Mode ... 29 Auto Review ... 78 Built-in Flash ... 34 Burst Mode ... 57 Clock Set ... 28 Condensation ... 88 Conversion Lens ... -
Page 105: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido Prepare las siguientes piezas. • Cámara • Batería • Tarjeta de memoria • Adaptador AC Verifique que el interruptor de alimentación esté en [OFF]. Desplace la palanca hacia la dirección para que se abra la tapa de baterías. Inserte la batería en la cámara. - Page 106 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Sales Company ("PSC") Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.