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Panasonic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-TZ5 Model No. DMC-TZ4 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. _II_"Y:II';. !-!-1 I-1 I:;.i I[i_ ;N o] [ ;.;';t-l;l_ II I_ I!;{!]l_] i II _.| IT',| _ !o] IK o(S]ll _...
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Dear Customer, THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE Thank you for choosing Panasonic! INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT You have purchased one of the most AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure...
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Class B digital device, pursuant to Corporation of North Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits America are designed to provide reasonable One Panasonic Way, protection against harmful interference Secaucus, NJ 07094 in a residential installation. This Support Contact: PanasonicConsumer...
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-If you see this symbol- About the battery charger CAUTION! Information on Disposal in other DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS Countries outside the European Union UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER This symbol is only valid in the CONFINED SPACE.
The battery is not charged when the camera is Charge the battery shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.18).
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Record, v iew,savethoseprecious Automatically reads the scene to take crisper pictures! INTELLIGENT AUTO_ • Make ideal settings for the subject and distance just by pointing the camera! Zoomed-in pictures Close-up pictures of people at a distance '10x optical zoom' Rapid zoom 'EASY ZOOM' (R33)
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moments. Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! • SD memory card/ SDHC memory • AV cable (supplied) card ,2 • Component cable (sold separately) (sold separately) Enjoy videos in HD*3 on TV with component terminals (1080i) by using a component...
INDEX Before Before use ......Standard Accessories ..13 • Read first/ Names of parts ....14 • Mode dial ......To prevent damage and faults • Cursor button ....15 Charging battery ....16 Using SETUP menu ..22 (_ CLOCK SET ....
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BSSiCS (Record o View) I_ Taking picture with Viewing your pictures (Play) ........ automatic settings ..28 Deleting pictures ....36 I_1 Taking pictures with • To delete multiple (up to 50) your own settings ..30 or all pictures ..... 36 •...
INDEX ooo,,o°o0> Applications (Record) (Continued) Taking motion pictures 'MOTION PICTURE'......Useful features for travel ..............• I_IITRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination) ....53 • (@ WORLD TIME (Registering local time at your overseas destination) ....54 Using REC menu ................I| PICTURE SIZE ................
Applications (View) Connectingwith other devices Viewing as list Using with your PC .... 81 (Multi playback/Calendar playback) ......Printing ....... • Printing multiple pictures ... 84 Viewing motionpictures• • Print with date and text ..84 pictureswithaudio / • Making printsettingson camera...85 Creatingstill picturesfrom motionpictures(DMC-TZ5 only)...
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(Attach strap to avoid dropping camera) damage. • Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. Panasonic will not provide compensation ==Do not get the camera wet or insert even if damage is caused by faults with camera or card.
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(P.18) Switch off power. • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic's We recommend using a genuine leather case (DMW-CT3, sold separately). parts department at 1 800 833-9626...
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Status ind Playback (R17, 28) DISPLAY button (P,37) COMPONENT Q.MENU (P.87) (Quick setting P,66)/ delete button (P.36) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) DC IN socket (P.gl, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-ACSPP: optional), VQT1 P79...
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Align to correct mode-_÷ (Displayed on screen when mode changed) Take pictures with customized NORMAL PICTURE mode settings (P.30). MOTION PICTURE mode Take motion pictures (P.52). compensation (R43) Self-timer (P.42) @Auto bracket (R43) @White balance fine adjustment (P.58) @Backlight left compensation (P.29) down •...
@ If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please purchase a new battery. @ For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera, do not attempt to operate this camera with any non-Panasonic "after-market" brand battery. VQT1 P79...
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@Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. (CGA-S007A) @ 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 cardlrecorded contents may be damaged).
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Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory ri_ if not. IlCompatible memory cards (sold separately) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand SDHC memory card recommended) • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) Switch -- • SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB)
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Set REC/PLAY switch to _ before turning on power. urn on the power 'PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press 'MENU/SET' Adjust year, month, date, time REC/PLAY switch Select : ......
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Using menus (Example) Change 'LCD MODE' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE mode. (REC/PLAY switch O, Mode dial O) Bring up the menu Camera ON,OFF switch _I =!= QUALITY ='== _1 _ASPECT R ATIO IZl I Mode dial SENSITIVITY AUTO Shutter button SELECT_...
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_oet _,_re°_t°'e_n°_ °amera Y°° can use a var'etY °f f unoti°ns and se'eot sett'nos "1 REC menu (REC/PLAY switch 0) Changing photography preferences (P.55-63) _'___ • Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect d| OUALITY ratio, and picture size. P_qASPECT RATIO D!ii INTELiIGENT !S_ L1F E...
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4L, Using SETUP menu 'CLOCK SET', 'AUTO REVIEW' and 'ECONOMY' are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. (Setting method : P.20) Default setting::: Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. DESTINATION: Set the local time at overseas destination (P.54).
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Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. Settings, notes BEEP LEVEL :Mute/Low/High DEEP TONE : Change beep tone. SHUTTER VOL. __xx/_/_._ : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE _/_O/._O : Change shutter tone. 0,•...
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Using SETUP menu (Co.t o.÷d) Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFFI2MIN.I _ _i_ IIOMIN. : Automatically shut off power while not in use, • To restore -_ Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again, • Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/printer,...
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Settings, notes I ON • Cannot be set when using 'SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode. YES / NO • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999.
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41_Using SETUP menu (Co.t_o.÷d) Settings, notes • Operates when AV cable is connected, • When set to _1_, pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor. (Operates when AV cable is connected.) m:Oisp,ay in meters DispUy infeet (displays scene menu) •...
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Settings, notes YES/NO • This requires a sufficiently charged battery (R 16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Only inserted card will be formatted if present; internal memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.) • Always format cards with this camera. •...
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Taking picture with automatic settin Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.19). Turn on the power OF_ ON Shutter button 1 Status indicator illuminated approx. 1 second. Set to O Status indicator mode) Set to _ (INTELLIGENTAUTO Recognizes 'i PORTRAIT' Follows face to take clear, bright pictures.
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Optimum settings are made automatically from information such a s'face', 'movement', 'brightness', and 'distance' just b ypointing the camera atthe subject, meaning that c lear _ pictures can betaken w ithout the need t omake s ettings manually. IIBacklight compensation (brighten subject against...
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Taking pictures with your own settin Turn on the power Oi::_ON Status indicator illuminated for button approx. 1 second, Zoom lever Set to I_1 Set to O (NORMAL mode) PICTURE use zoom ==To use flash Take a picture ==To adjust image -Focus display brightness (when focus...
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Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject @Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult: • Fast-moving or extremely bright Hold down objects, or objects with no color halfway contrast. • Taking pictures through glass or near AF area objects emitting light.
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Taking pictures with zoom Do not block the lens barrel movement Zoom In/Out while zooming. E.ZOOM Turn to W side Turn to T side iFocus irange (P,41) ratio Zoom bar (approx,) @Zoom speed can be adjusted, Zoom slowly -* turn slightly Zoom quickly -_ turn completely @Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom.
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You can zoom in up to 10 times with 'optical zoom', and up to 16.9 (DMC-TZ4: 15.9) times with 'EX optical zoom' with lower picture quality. You can also use 'digital zoom' to_ zoom in even further. =inTo enlarge quickly to max.
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Taking pictures with zoom Zoom 4 times further than optical/extended optical zoom (maximum 40x - 67.5x_). (Note that, with digital zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.) DMC-TZ4:63.8 x Display REC menu Select 'ON' 111QUALITY 111 / ASPECT RATIO rlls0,NTELUGENT !_@ _M_,SH t_SPEED_1 [_] SENSITIVITY AUTO...
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When there is no card inserted, the pictures played back from the built-in memory. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in CLIPBOARD mode (P.64).) Set to (_ Zoom lever Scroll through pictures number Total pictures DISPLAY Previous Next =inTo enlarge (playback zoom) @Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/...
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Pictures deleted will be from card if card is inserted, or from built-in memory if the card is not inserted, Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Set to I_ Mode dial oe,e,e oi ,a,eo ic,or e the pwer during deletion. @Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adat_r (DMW- AC5PP, sold seprately).
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Changing recording information' Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms. DISPLAY Press to change display @ In recording mode Recording Guide lines .1,2 information No display .1 Set 'HISTOGRAM' to 'ON' to display histogram (R23). *2 Select guide line pattern and recording information display on/off with 'GUIDE LINE' setting (R23).
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Taking pictures with flash (Screen eaml_: DMC-TZ5) @Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) Disl_yed for apox5 sec. away when using flash to take 3ictures of infants, @Can also be selected with I_. Tyh_i _!6ffS Ug_g AUTO Normal use • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Taking pictures of subjects in dark AUTO/RED-EYE...
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To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus range allows (up to 5 cm [0,17 feet] for max. W) by using 'MACRO (AFt)'. Set to I_1 Mode dial Set to I_ (NORMAL mode)or PICTURE (MOTION PICTURE mode)
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Positioningcameraand subject within"} Accessible distance from subject depends on zoom ratio• Ranges for each mode dial setting are listed below• Focus range ..Outside focus range ==Mode dial set to: _ If_ "1 _ "1 [_ • 1 When using MACRO AF_ I Zoom ratio I I Focus ran.qe I 1 x (max•W)
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We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds, Display 'SELFTIMER' duration ..Dismayed for apox5 sec. @Can also be selected with 4. Take a picture •...
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scN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' Set to I_ Set to 'SCNI' or 'SCN2' Select scene (Press 'MENU/SET' if scene menu is not displayed) Zoom lever @ SCENE MENU DISPLAY _O¢SI_S[_':!_ _ [_ can also be MENU/SET _Zoom lever I:_ _ : _i_ SCENENODE1 used to switch...
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Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. VQT1P79...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Improves the skin tone of subjects for a • 'AF MODE' default setting is :A: (face detection). healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. PORTRAIT • Stand as close as possible to subject •...
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of people and nightscapes with • Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. close to actual brightness. • Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture. • Subject should not move for at least 1 second. •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) • Age and name will be displayed Uses weak [lash to bring out skin colors. for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • To record age and name • Age display format depends on ('BABY1' and 'BABY2' can be set separately.) LANGUAGE setting.
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How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor • Pictures may appear slightly conditions. grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings QUALITY: [] (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark • Main fixed settings FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF subjects. AUDIO REC.: OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF • Shutter speed settings STABILIZER: Select with • T, and press 'MENU/SET'. SENSITIVITY: ISO100 mSTA_R'_X ....
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of the view from aircraft • Main fixed settings windows, FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Turn the camera off when AERIAL • Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting taking off or landing.
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Taking motion pictures "} Record motion pictures and sound (motion pictures cannot be recorded without sound). You can take a motion picture while zooming, (We recommend using a card of at least 10 MB/s (as marked on its packaging, etc.),) ==Aspect and picture quality...
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Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (R19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_,SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.20) Select 'LOCATION' ¢ ,,,2 v_j_, _./'.[_ CANCEL_...
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Useful features for travel Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (P19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'WORLD TIME' (1>.20) 'PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA' will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press 'MENU/SET' and skip to step 2.
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Using REC menu Default setting: 'Quick setting' (P.66) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. Set size of picture. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on 'QUALITY' (see below). (P.100) ==Set-up: Mode dial I[_ _ SON1 SON2 -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Aspect ratio of picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. • Set-up: Mode dial I_ O SON1 S ON2 B -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'ASPECT RATIO' (R20) •Settings: (Still pictures only) I_1_ Same as 4:3 TV or computer Same as normal film camera For playback on widescreen/...
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@Shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are displayed in the screen for a few seconds after recording. @ If interference becomes noticeable, we recommend reducing the setting, or selecting 'NATURAL' in the 'COLOR MODE' (R62). @Blurring may occur depending on brightness, and size, position, and speed of movement of the subject (e.g.
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Using REC menu (Continu÷d) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. IISet-up: Mode dial I_1 SON1 SON2 B -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'WHITE BALANCE' (P.20) ==Settings: (automatic) / 4_ (outdoor, clear sky) / _IL (outdoor, cloudy sky) / I_L (outdoor, shade)
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You can change the position formeasuring brightness when c orrecting exposure. • Set-up: Mode dial -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'METERING MODE' (1=.20) ,Settings: B_i_!_ _i_i_, _i_i Normal usage (produces balanced Multiple Whole screen pictures) Center Center and surrounding area Subject in center weighted Spot...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Determined position for 1-area-focusing (High speed)t Spot-focusing: focus Focuses on smaller, limited 1 area-focusing: Focuses on AF area in center area 1-area-focusing (High of picture speed) (Recommended for when 1-area-focusing focus is difficult to align) Spot-focusing @When using _ or _, picture may freeze momentarily...
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Enables a rapid succession of photographs to be taken. Succession of photographs taken while shutter button is held down. SON1SCN2 ,Set-up: Mode dial _ -, Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'BURST' (P.20) ,Settings BURST setting _peed No. of pictures _1 No burst 2.5 pictures/sec.
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Multiplies effect of optical zoom or extended optical zoom by up to 4 times. (See P.34 for details) • Set-up: Mode dial O SCN1 SON2 IBI -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'DIGITAL ZOOM' (P.20) =Settings: Set color effects. •...
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Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. • Set-up: Mode dial I_1 -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'MIN. SHTR SPEED' (P.20) ==Settings: 1/200 1/125 1/60 1/30 1!15 1/4 1/2 1 @Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
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Set to 101 Set to [[_ (clipboard) _ii_ _ ili i li# Take a clipboard picture @Representsbuilt-in memory used entirelyfor clipboardpictures (approx.) Pi_!_ 2 M [] 1 M [] Press halfway Press fully (align focus) (take picture) Set REC/PLAY switch to I_ Set mode dial to[_ (CLIPBOARD mode) @Can be viewed with same operations as with still pictures taken in other modes...
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Useful for taking pictures of timetables and maps instead of taking memos. Regardless of presence of card, pictures will always be saved to clipboard folder of built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately. Beware of copyrights, etc.
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REC menu items can be called up easily (settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode), Set to 101 Display 'Quick setting' Q.MENU Hold Quick setting Select item and setting Select Press @Example) NORMAL PICTURE mode • STABILIZER _1 (P62) •...
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Viewing as list You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (calendar playback). Set to • To view pictures: press 4 • Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no. Scrolls with each Picture type...
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Set-up: REC/PLAY switch: I_ (Set mode dial to any except [_) • Operations during motion picture Select and play picture playback Motion • :Pause/play picture • :Stop mode icon 4 :Hold to fast rewind (single frame step while paused) Motion I_ :Hold to fast forward (single picture frame step while paused)
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Different playback methods @Various playback modes for your pictures. @Pictures will be selected from built-in memory (not clipboard) if no card is inserted. @Playback mode is automatically set to 'NORMAL PLAY' when power is turned on with REC/PLAY switch set to _, or when switching from REC mode to playback mode. Displays one picture.
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Different playback methods Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended for when viewing on TV screen. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'SLIDE SHOW' (P.20) Select playback method ,i/,J, _,'_ • t./&l I-bUKY blr-LLI_/IUIM CATEGORYSELECTION .Select category, and playback slideshow. FAVORITE ..........
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Pictures can be classified automatically and viewed by category. Automatic classification starts when 'CATEGORY PLAY' is selected from the playback mode selection menu. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'CATEGORY PLAY' (R20) _ATE_RY Select the category CATEGORY PORTRAIT/i-PORTRAIT/ SOFT SKIN/SELF PORTRAIT/ (Portrait etc.) NIGHT PORTRAIT/ i-NIGHT PORTRAIT/BABY...
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Using PLAYBACK menu Select date from calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day (R67). Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -, '0_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'CALENDAR' (R20) @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback modes (P,71). You can edit names from 'BABY' and 'PET' scene modes or destination in 'TRAVEL DATE', or give titles to your favorite pictures.
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• To edit _ select 'SINGLE' in step select picture with @ @, and press 'MENU/ SET' -+ correct text and press 'EXIT' @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback mode (R71). @Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, protected pictures, or motion pictures.
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) check stamped text _ 'playback zoom' (P.35) @Picture size will be reduced if greater ASPECT After T ExY than 3M. Picture will become slightly grainier. 4 : 3 9 M $1, 8 M $2, 7 M $1, @Cannot be used with pictures taken on 3 : 2 2.5 M...
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==MULTI Select 'MULTI' in step 1 on Select picture (up to 50 pictures) the left page -Resize setting DISPLAY Select size /.,_/_ ' _ REDUCED SjzE i _L Tosee _M 4_M _, description "_\_</ of resize: Number of pixels before/after _M ...
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Convert pictures taken in _ to _ or _ for printing. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ ' _ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'ASPECT CONV.' (P.2O) Select_ or LmJ[_l Select horizontal position and convert P_AYBAc_ ,{.;Odi / I_ s,_S{5 Iml (Moveportrait _J@L,"...
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@'ROTATE DISR' and 'ROTATE' cannot be used with motion pictures. @'ROTATE' cannot be used with protected pictures (R79). @Some pictures taken facing up or facing down may not be rotated automatically. It may not be possible to rotate pictures taken with certain other devices. @Pictures cannot be rotated during multi playback.
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers, (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://pa na sonic,jp/dc/d pof 11O/white e.htm Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '(]_ PLAYBACK menu' -_ Select 'DPOF PRINT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI'...
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Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ '_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'PROTECT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI' .,)\J__J5 .......... L_ ,it( D]O f)U[i MULTI c'_I SELECT€ Select picture and make setting @ SINGLE @ MULTI •...
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( R-_."41 ). @DPOF settings will not be copied. @Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras may be copied. @Original pictures will not be deleted after copying (to delete pictures -_ R36).
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Turn on power of Connect the camera to your computer to save, play, print, and e-mail your pictures. both camera and computer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW- AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a switch to (_ sufficiently-charged battery.)
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==Folder and file names on computer You can save images to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. DClM (Still/motion pictures) IO0-PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001 .JPG Built-in @Windows P1000999.JPG ;,Tp ctu es memory/ Drives are displayed...
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Turn on power of both You can connect directly to a PictBridge- compatible printer for printing. camera and printer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY switch to • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a sufficiently-charged Connect camera to battery.) printer...
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Printing (coati,u÷€ d) Select 'MULTI PRINT' ® Select item ® Select 'PRINT START' in step 5 on the (See below for details) previous page i k_ \/_ _J'_ PRINT WffH DATE 2L/') SELECTALL D_O# # ic,_Qd_ ..... "_ F_if_ ......('Y_b,_'(_'_' LCANCEL_ SELECT: SET_ \c_y...
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(Make settings before selecting 'PRINT START') d) Select item ® Select setting ... PRENT WETHDATE _OAT_ _:b_ _A¥_ ....¢ _ / _IP_"_ _ ...._¢._ IDA"DE_ SELECT: SETm I ::T_ bE_EDT¢' SET_J PRINT WITH OFF/ON DATE NUM. OF PRINTS Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) _1_ (printer takes priority)
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Viewing on TV screen Connect camera to TV You can view _tures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the AV cable (sued) or compnent cable (sold seprately: DMW-HDC2). Turn on TV @Also consult TV operating manual, @Set to auxiliary input, Set-up: •...
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Use component cable (sold separately: DMW-HDC2) to enjoy still and motion pictures in high definition _. Please check that the TV you are connecting to has a 1080i input terminal. DMC-TZ5 Only Connect the camera (COMPONENT OUT terminal) to a TV with a component cable, and set the TV to receive component terminal input.
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List of LCD monitor dispmays Save destination (P,18) Recording state Histogram (R37) Travel date (R53) 10 _Aperture value (R30) Shutter speed (R30) ISO sensitivity (P.57) Intelligent ISO (R56) 11 Current datettime Focus range (R41) Zoom (P,32) 12 _ Burst mode (R61) _Auto bracket...
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Press the display button to change display (P.14). 6 Exposure compensation (P.43) Favorites settings (P.77) Recorded date and time Travel destination setting (R53)/Name (P.48)/ Title (P.72) Destination settings (P.54) 10 Recording information _Age in years/months (P.48) 11 Travel elapsed days (R53) 12 _ Power LCD (P.22) 13 _...
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Message displays @Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (R 18) P EAY @Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. @Release the protection before deleting, etc. (P.79) @Non-DCF images (R35) cannot be deleted. -_ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device),...
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iiii!_;i ¸_MiiE!M_RY_;_!R!b_i_!E_R_R_e!R!!i_i!_!_!!i!_i_E_A_s!E_i_iH_iE_K!!_TH_iE_!_AiRb @Access to card has failed. -* Insert card again. @Card is not of SD standard. Only SDHC memory cards can be used for capacities of 4GB or greater. ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; @Data read has failed. -, Check whether card has been inserted correctly (E 17). @Data write has failed.
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Q&A • FAQ Which cards can I use? @Using Panasonic cards is recommended. • SD memory card (8 MB - 2 GB) • SDHC memory card (4 GB - 16 GB) For more details (R18, 104) rHow can I easily send pictures to...
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Try checking these items (P.93-97) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using 'RESET' in SETUP menu in recording mode (P.25).) Camera does not work even if power is turned @Battery is not inserted correctly (El 7), or needs recharging (P.16). LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on.
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. @ISO sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default SENSITIVITY setting is 'AUTO' - interference may appear with indoor pictures.) -* Lower 'SENSITIVITY' (P.57). -_ Set 'COLOR MODE' to 'NATURAL' (P.62) -, Take pictures in brighter locations.
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Date/age is not displayed. @Current date, 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.53), and ages in 'BABY' and 'PET' (P.48) scene modes are only displayed for approx. 5 sec. after start-up, setting changes, or mode changes. They cannot be always displayed. No flash emitted. @Flash set to 'FORCED FLASH OFF _' (P.38).
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. @If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a fault.
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Edges cut off pictures when printing. @Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) @Pictures taken on _ 'ASPECT RATIO'. -_ If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Menu not displayed in desired language.
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Usage cautions and notes Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault, @To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location (Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer) @Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment...
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,1 DMC-TZ4 CIPA standards: • Using Panasonic SD memory card (16 MB) • Using the supplied battery • Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50 % • NORMAL PICTURE mode • LCD monitor ON (The number of recordable pictures decreases in AUTO POWER LCD, POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE mode) •...
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@ Figures given a re estimates. May vary a ccording toconditions, card type, and subject. _ @ Recording capacities/times displayed onLCD monitor may n ot b ereduced regularly. •1DMC-TZ5 ,2DMC-TZ4 115 220 150 t10 210 170 330 130 250 220 430 220 135 260 150 300 210 430 340 650 125 240...
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Digital Camera: Information for your safety DC5.1 V When recording: 1.3 W (DMC-TZ5)/1.2 W (DMC-TZ4) When playing back: 0.6 W @DMC-TZ5: 9,100,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 8,1OO,0OOpixels @DMC-TZ5: 1/2.33" CCD, total pixel number 10,700,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 1/2.5" CCD, total plxel number 8,320,000 pixels Primary color filter Optical 10 x zoom f=4.7 mm to 47 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3to F4.9 igit...
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0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operati6 dity 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for your safety CHARGE 4.2 V ---==0.8 A 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A Equipment...
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Product name: Battery Pack Product name: AC adaptor Product no,: CGA-SOO7A Product no,: DMW-AC5PP @Performance identical to supplied battery pack, @Recommended for taking on holiday, etc. Product name: Leather Case Product name: Marine Case Product no.: DMW-CT3 Product no.: DMW-MCTZ5 Product name: Semi Hard Case Product name: Component Cable Product no.:...
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VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.
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Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 VQT1P79...
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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Digital Still Camera...
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Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211 -PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or...
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Customer Se ices Directo USA On_y) Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: httD://www.Dstc.Danasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: I_DCDarts @ US. Danasonic. corn You may also contact us directly at:...
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@ Utilisez toujours une batterie de marque PLACEZ SUR L'APPAREIL AUCUN Panasonic. (CGA-SOO7A) OBJET REMPLI DE LIQUlDE, TEL @Si une batterie autre que Panasonic est UN VASE. utilisee, nous ne pouvons garantir le bon • UTILISEZ EXCLUSIVEMENT fonctionnement de rappareil.
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I_loignez I'appareil le plus possible Apropos du bloc-batterie de tout dispositif _mettant un champ Batterie (batterie au lithium-ion) _lectromagn_tique (tel un four & micro- • Utilisez I'unite specifiee pour recharger ondes, un t_l_viseur, une console la batterie. jeux video, etc.). •...
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@List of LCD monitor displays (P.88) Dial Display (Mode dial display) ..... 26 Digital Zoom ........34, 62 Aerial Photo Mode ........DPOF Print Setting ......... AF Assist Lamp ........Dual play (DMC-TZ5 only) ...... AF Lock ..........AF Mode ..........Aspect Conversion .........
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Panasonic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-TZ5 Model No. DMC-TZ4 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. _II_"Y:II';. !-!-1 I-1 I:;.i I[i_ ;N o] [ ;.;';t-l;l_ II I_ I!;{!]l_] i II _.| IT',| _ !o] IK o(S]ll _...
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Dear Customer, THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE Thank you for choosing Panasonic! INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT You have purchased one of the most AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure...
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Class B digital device, pursuant to Corporation of North Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits America are designed to provide reasonable One Panasonic Way, protection against harmful interference Secaucus, NJ 07094 in a residential installation. This Support Contact: PanasonicConsumer...
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-If you see this symbol- About the battery charger CAUTION! Information on Disposal in other DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS Countries outside the European Union UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER This symbol is only valid in the CONFINED SPACE.
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The battery is not charged when the camera is Charge the battery shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.18).
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Record, v iew,savethoseprecious Automatically reads the scene to take crisper pictures! INTELLIGENT AUTO_ • Make ideal settings for the subject and distance just by pointing the camera! Zoomed-in pictures Close-up pictures of people at a distance '10x optical zoom' Rapid zoom 'EASY ZOOM' (R33)
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moments. Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! • SD memory card/ SDHC memory • AV cable (supplied) card ,2 • Component cable (sold separately) (sold separately) Enjoy videos in HD*3 on TV with component terminals (1080i) by using a component...
INDEX Before Before use ......Standard Accessories ..13 • Read first/ Names of parts ....14 • Mode dial ......To prevent damage and faults • Cursor button ....15 Charging battery ....16 Using SETUP menu ..22 (_ CLOCK SET ....
BSSiCS (Record o View) I_ Taking picture with Viewing your pictures (Play) ........ automatic settings ..28 Deleting pictures ....36 I_1 Taking pictures with • To delete multiple (up to 50) your own settings ..30 or all pictures ..... 36 •...
INDEX ooo,,o°o0> Applications (Record) (Continued) Taking motion pictures 'MOTION PICTURE'......Useful features for travel ..............• I_IITRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination) ....53 • (@ WORLD TIME (Registering local time at your overseas destination) ....54 Using REC menu ................I| PICTURE SIZE ................
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Applications (View) Connectingwith other devices Viewing as list Using with your PC .... 81 (Multi playback/Calendar playback) ......Printing ....... • Printing multiple pictures ... 84 Viewing motionpictures• • Print with date and text ..84 pictureswithaudio / • Making printsettingson camera...85 Creatingstill picturesfrom motionpictures(DMC-TZ5 only)...
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(Attach strap to avoid dropping camera) damage. • Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. Panasonic will not provide compensation ==Do not get the camera wet or insert even if damage is caused by faults with camera or card.
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(P.18) Switch off power. • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic's We recommend using a genuine leather case (DMW-CT3, sold separately). parts department at 1 800 833-9626...
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Status ind Playback (R17, 28) DISPLAY button (P,37) COMPONENT Q.MENU (P.87) (Quick setting P,66)/ delete button (P.36) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) DC IN socket (P.gl, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-ACSPP: optional), VQT1 P79...
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Align to correct mode-_÷ (Displayed on screen when mode changed) Take pictures with customized NORMAL PICTURE mode settings (P.30). MOTION PICTURE mode Take motion pictures (P.52). compensation (R43) Self-timer (P.42) @Auto bracket (R43) @White balance fine adjustment (P.58) @Backlight left compensation (P.29) down •...
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@ If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please purchase a new battery. @ For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera, do not attempt to operate this camera with any non-Panasonic "after-market" brand battery. VQT1 P79...
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@Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. (CGA-S007A) @ 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 cardlrecorded contents may be damaged).
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Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory ri_ if not. IlCompatible memory cards (sold separately) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand SDHC memory card recommended) • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) Switch -- • SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB)
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Set REC/PLAY switch to _ before turning on power. urn on the power 'PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press 'MENU/SET' Adjust year, month, date, time REC/PLAY switch Select : ......
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Using menus (Example) Change 'LCD MODE' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE mode. (REC/PLAY switch O, Mode dial O) Bring up the menu Camera ON,OFF switch _I =!= QUALITY ='== _1 _ASPECT R ATIO IZl I Mode dial SENSITIVITY AUTO Shutter button SELECT_...
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_oet _,_re°_t°'e_n°_ °amera Y°° can use a var'etY °f f unoti°ns and se'eot sett'nos "1 REC menu (REC/PLAY switch 0) Changing photography preferences (P.55-63) _'___ • Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect d| OUALITY ratio, and picture size. P_qASPECT RATIO D!ii INTELiIGENT !S_ L1F E...
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4L, Using SETUP menu 'CLOCK SET', 'AUTO REVIEW' and 'ECONOMY' are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. (Setting method : P.20) Default setting::: Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. DESTINATION: Set the local time at overseas destination (P.54).
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Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. Settings, notes BEEP LEVEL :Mute/Low/High DEEP TONE : Change beep tone. SHUTTER VOL. __xx/_/_._ : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE _/_O/._O : Change shutter tone. 0,•...
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Using SETUP menu (Co.t o.÷d) Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFFI2MIN.I _ _i_ IIOMIN. : Automatically shut off power while not in use, • To restore -_ Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again, • Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/printer,...
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Settings, notes I ON • Cannot be set when using 'SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode. YES / NO • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999.
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41_Using SETUP menu (Co.t_o.÷d) Settings, notes • Operates when AV cable is connected, • When set to _1_, pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor. (Operates when AV cable is connected.) m:Oisp,ay in meters DispUy infeet (displays scene menu) •...
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Settings, notes YES/NO • This requires a sufficiently charged battery (R 16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Only inserted card will be formatted if present; internal memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.) • Always format cards with this camera. •...
Taking picture with automatic settin Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.19). Turn on the power OF_ ON Shutter button 1 Status indicator illuminated approx. 1 second. Set to O Status indicator mode) Set to _ (INTELLIGENTAUTO Recognizes 'i PORTRAIT' Follows face to take clear, bright pictures.
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Optimum settings are made automatically from information such a s'face', 'movement', 'brightness', and 'distance' just b ypointing the camera atthe subject, meaning that c lear _ pictures can betaken w ithout the need t omake s ettings manually. IIBacklight compensation (brighten subject against...
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Taking pictures with your own settin Turn on the power Oi::_ON Status indicator illuminated for button approx. 1 second, Zoom lever Set to I_1 Set to O (NORMAL mode) PICTURE use zoom ==To use flash Take a picture ==To adjust image -Focus display brightness (when focus...
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Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject @Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult: • Fast-moving or extremely bright Hold down objects, or objects with no color halfway contrast. • Taking pictures through glass or near AF area objects emitting light.
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Taking pictures with zoom Do not block the lens barrel movement Zoom In/Out while zooming. E.ZOOM Turn to W side Turn to T side iFocus irange (P,41) ratio Zoom bar (approx,) @Zoom speed can be adjusted, Zoom slowly -* turn slightly Zoom quickly -_ turn completely @Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom.
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You can zoom in up to 10 times with 'optical zoom', and up to 16.9 (DMC-TZ4: 15.9) times with 'EX optical zoom' with lower picture quality. You can also use 'digital zoom' to_ zoom in even further. =inTo enlarge quickly to max.
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Taking pictures with zoom Zoom 4 times further than optical/extended optical zoom (maximum 40x - 67.5x_). (Note that, with digital zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.) DMC-TZ4:63.8 x Display REC menu Select 'ON' 111QUALITY 111 / ASPECT RATIO rlls0,NTELUGENT !_@ _M_,SH t_SPEED_1 [_] SENSITIVITY AUTO...
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When there is no card inserted, the pictures played back from the built-in memory. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in CLIPBOARD mode (P.64).) Set to (_ Zoom lever Scroll through pictures number Total pictures DISPLAY Previous Next =inTo enlarge (playback zoom) @Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/...
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Pictures deleted will be from card if card is inserted, or from built-in memory if the card is not inserted, Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Set to I_ Mode dial oe,e,e oi ,a,eo ic,or e the pwer during deletion. @Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adat_r (DMW- AC5PP, sold seprately).
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Changing recording information' Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms. DISPLAY Press to change display @ In recording mode Recording Guide lines .1,2 information No display .1 Set 'HISTOGRAM' to 'ON' to display histogram (R23). *2 Select guide line pattern and recording information display on/off with 'GUIDE LINE' setting (R23).
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Taking pictures with flash (Screen eaml_: DMC-TZ5) @Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) Disl_yed for apox5 sec. away when using flash to take 3ictures of infants, @Can also be selected with I_. Tyh_i _!6ffS Ug_g AUTO Normal use • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Taking pictures of subjects in dark AUTO/RED-EYE...
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To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus range allows (up to 5 cm [0,17 feet] for max. W) by using 'MACRO (AFt)'. Set to I_1 Mode dial Set to I_ (NORMAL mode)or PICTURE (MOTION PICTURE mode)
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Positioningcameraand subject within"} Accessible distance from subject depends on zoom ratio• Ranges for each mode dial setting are listed below• Focus range ..Outside focus range ==Mode dial set to: _ If_ "1 _ "1 [_ • 1 When using MACRO AF_ I Zoom ratio I I Focus ran.qe I 1 x (max•W)
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We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds, Display 'SELFTIMER' duration ..Dismayed for apox5 sec. @Can also be selected with 4. Take a picture •...
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scN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' Set to I_ Set to 'SCNI' or 'SCN2' Select scene (Press 'MENU/SET' if scene menu is not displayed) Zoom lever @ SCENE MENU DISPLAY _O¢SI_S[_':!_ _ [_ can also be MENU/SET _Zoom lever I:_ _ : _i_ SCENENODE1 used to switch...
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Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. VQT1P79...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Improves the skin tone of subjects for a • 'AF MODE' default setting is :A: (face detection). healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. PORTRAIT • Stand as close as possible to subject •...
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of people and nightscapes with • Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. close to actual brightness. • Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture. • Subject should not move for at least 1 second. •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) • Age and name will be displayed Uses weak [lash to bring out skin colors. for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • To record age and name • Age display format depends on ('BABY1' and 'BABY2' can be set separately.) LANGUAGE setting.
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How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor • Pictures may appear slightly conditions. grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings QUALITY: [] (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark • Main fixed settings FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF subjects. AUDIO REC.: OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF • Shutter speed settings STABILIZER: Select with • T, and press 'MENU/SET'. SENSITIVITY: ISO100 mSTA_R'_X ....
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of the view from aircraft • Main fixed settings windows, FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Turn the camera off when AERIAL • Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting taking off or landing.
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Taking motion pictures "} Record motion pictures and sound (motion pictures cannot be recorded without sound). You can take a motion picture while zooming, (We recommend using a card of at least 10 MB/s (as marked on its packaging, etc.),) ==Aspect and picture quality...
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Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (R19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_,SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.20) Select 'LOCATION' ¢ ,,,2 v_j_, _./'.[_ CANCEL_...
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Useful features for travel Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (P19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'WORLD TIME' (1>.20) 'PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA' will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press 'MENU/SET' and skip to step 2.
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Using REC menu Default setting: 'Quick setting' (P.66) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. Set size of picture. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on 'QUALITY' (see below). (P.100) ==Set-up: Mode dial I[_ _ SON1 SON2 -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Aspect ratio of picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. • Set-up: Mode dial I_ O SON1 S ON2 B -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'ASPECT RATIO' (R20) •Settings: (Still pictures only) I_1_ Same as 4:3 TV or computer Same as normal film camera For playback on widescreen/...
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@Shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are displayed in the screen for a few seconds after recording. @ If interference becomes noticeable, we recommend reducing the setting, or selecting 'NATURAL' in the 'COLOR MODE' (R62). @Blurring may occur depending on brightness, and size, position, and speed of movement of the subject (e.g.
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Using REC menu (Continu÷d) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. IISet-up: Mode dial I_1 SON1 SON2 B -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'WHITE BALANCE' (P.20) ==Settings: (automatic) / 4_ (outdoor, clear sky) / _IL (outdoor, cloudy sky) / I_L (outdoor, shade)
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You can change the position formeasuring brightness when c orrecting exposure. • Set-up: Mode dial -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'METERING MODE' (1=.20) ,Settings: B_i_!_ _i_i_, _i_i Normal usage (produces balanced Multiple Whole screen pictures) Center Center and surrounding area Subject in center weighted Spot...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Determined position for 1-area-focusing (High speed)t Spot-focusing: focus Focuses on smaller, limited 1 area-focusing: Focuses on AF area in center area 1-area-focusing (High of picture speed) (Recommended for when 1-area-focusing focus is difficult to align) Spot-focusing @When using _ or _, picture may freeze momentarily...
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Enables a rapid succession of photographs to be taken. Succession of photographs taken while shutter button is held down. SON1SCN2 ,Set-up: Mode dial _ -, Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'BURST' (P.20) ,Settings BURST setting _peed No. of pictures _1 No burst 2.5 pictures/sec.
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Multiplies effect of optical zoom or extended optical zoom by up to 4 times. (See P.34 for details) • Set-up: Mode dial O SCN1 SON2 IBI -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'DIGITAL ZOOM' (P.20) =Settings: Set color effects. •...
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Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. • Set-up: Mode dial I_1 -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'MIN. SHTR SPEED' (P.20) ==Settings: 1/200 1/125 1/60 1/30 1!15 1/4 1/2 1 @Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
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Set to 101 Set to [[_ (clipboard) _ii_ _ ili i li# Take a clipboard picture @Representsbuilt-in memory used entirelyfor clipboardpictures (approx.) Pi_!_ 2 M [] 1 M [] Press halfway Press fully (align focus) (take picture) Set REC/PLAY switch to I_ Set mode dial to[_ (CLIPBOARD mode) @Can be viewed with same operations as with still pictures taken in other modes...
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Useful for taking pictures of timetables and maps instead of taking memos. Regardless of presence of card, pictures will always be saved to clipboard folder of built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately. Beware of copyrights, etc.
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REC menu items can be called up easily (settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode), Set to 101 Display 'Quick setting' Q.MENU Hold Quick setting Select item and setting Select Press @Example) NORMAL PICTURE mode • STABILIZER _1 (P62) •...
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Viewing as list You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (calendar playback). Set to • To view pictures: press 4 • Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no. Scrolls with each Picture type...
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Set-up: REC/PLAY switch: I_ (Set mode dial to any except [_) • Operations during motion picture Select and play picture playback Motion • :Pause/play picture • :Stop mode icon 4 :Hold to fast rewind (single frame step while paused) Motion I_ :Hold to fast forward (single picture frame step while paused)
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Different playback methods @Various playback modes for your pictures. @Pictures will be selected from built-in memory (not clipboard) if no card is inserted. @Playback mode is automatically set to 'NORMAL PLAY' when power is turned on with REC/PLAY switch set to _, or when switching from REC mode to playback mode. Displays one picture.
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Different playback methods Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended for when viewing on TV screen. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'SLIDE SHOW' (P.20) Select playback method ,i/,J, _,'_ • t./&l I-bUKY blr-LLI_/IUIM CATEGORYSELECTION .Select category, and playback slideshow. FAVORITE ..........
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Pictures can be classified automatically and viewed by category. Automatic classification starts when 'CATEGORY PLAY' is selected from the playback mode selection menu. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'CATEGORY PLAY' (R20) _ATE_RY Select the category CATEGORY PORTRAIT/i-PORTRAIT/ SOFT SKIN/SELF PORTRAIT/ (Portrait etc.) NIGHT PORTRAIT/ i-NIGHT PORTRAIT/BABY...
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Using PLAYBACK menu Select date from calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day (R67). Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -, '0_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'CALENDAR' (R20) @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback modes (P,71). You can edit names from 'BABY' and 'PET' scene modes or destination in 'TRAVEL DATE', or give titles to your favorite pictures.
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• To edit _ select 'SINGLE' in step select picture with @ @, and press 'MENU/ SET' -+ correct text and press 'EXIT' @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback mode (R71). @Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, protected pictures, or motion pictures.
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) check stamped text _ 'playback zoom' (P.35) @Picture size will be reduced if greater ASPECT After T ExY than 3M. Picture will become slightly grainier. 4 : 3 9 M $1, 8 M $2, 7 M $1, @Cannot be used with pictures taken on 3 : 2 2.5 M...
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==MULTI Select 'MULTI' in step 1 on Select picture (up to 50 pictures) the left page -Resize setting DISPLAY Select size /.,_/_ ' _ REDUCED SjzE i _L Tosee _M 4_M _, description "_\_</ of resize: Number of pixels before/after _M ...
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Convert pictures taken in _ to _ or _ for printing. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ ' _ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'ASPECT CONV.' (P.2O) Select_ or LmJ[_l Select horizontal position and convert P_AYBAc_ ,{.;Odi / I_ s,_S{5 Iml (Moveportrait _J@L,"...
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@'ROTATE DISR' and 'ROTATE' cannot be used with motion pictures. @'ROTATE' cannot be used with protected pictures (R79). @Some pictures taken facing up or facing down may not be rotated automatically. It may not be possible to rotate pictures taken with certain other devices. @Pictures cannot be rotated during multi playback.
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers, (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://pa na sonic,jp/dc/d pof 11O/white e.htm Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '(]_ PLAYBACK menu' -_ Select 'DPOF PRINT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI'...
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Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ '_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'PROTECT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI' .,)\J__J5 .......... L_ ,it( D]O f)U[i MULTI c'_I SELECT€ Select picture and make setting @ SINGLE @ MULTI •...
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( R-_."41 ). @DPOF settings will not be copied. @Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras may be copied. @Original pictures will not be deleted after copying (to delete pictures -_ R36).
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Turn on power of Connect the camera to your computer to save, play, print, and e-mail your pictures. both camera and computer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW- AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a switch to (_ sufficiently-charged battery.)
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==Folder and file names on computer You can save images to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. DClM (Still/motion pictures) IO0-PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001 .JPG Built-in @Windows P1000999.JPG ;,Tp ctu es memory/ Drives are displayed...
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Turn on power of both You can connect directly to a PictBridge- compatible printer for printing. camera and printer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY switch to • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a sufficiently-charged Connect camera to battery.) printer...
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Printing (coati,u÷€ d) Select 'MULTI PRINT' ® Select item ® Select 'PRINT START' in step 5 on the (See below for details) previous page i k_ \/_ _J'_ PRINT WffH DATE 2L/') SELECTALL D_O# # ic,_Qd_ ..... "_ F_if_ ......('Y_b,_'(_'_' LCANCEL_ SELECT: SET_ \c_y...
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(Make settings before selecting 'PRINT START') d) Select item ® Select setting ... PRENT WETHDATE _OAT_ _:b_ _A¥_ ....¢ _ / _IP_"_ _ ...._¢._ IDA"DE_ SELECT: SETm I ::T_ bE_EDT¢' SET_J PRINT WITH OFF/ON DATE NUM. OF PRINTS Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) _1_ (printer takes priority)
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Viewing on TV screen Connect camera to TV You can view _tures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the AV cable (sued) or compnent cable (sold seprately: DMW-HDC2). Turn on TV @Also consult TV operating manual, @Set to auxiliary input, Set-up: •...
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Use component cable (sold separately: DMW-HDC2) to enjoy still and motion pictures in high definition _. Please check that the TV you are connecting to has a 1080i input terminal. DMC-TZ5 Only Connect the camera (COMPONENT OUT terminal) to a TV with a component cable, and set the TV to receive component terminal input.
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List of LCD monitor dispmays Save destination (P,18) Recording state Histogram (R37) Travel date (R53) 10 _Aperture value (R30) Shutter speed (R30) ISO sensitivity (P.57) Intelligent ISO (R56) 11 Current datettime Focus range (R41) Zoom (P,32) 12 _ Burst mode (R61) _Auto bracket...
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Press the display button to change display (P.14). 6 Exposure compensation (P.43) Favorites settings (P.77) Recorded date and time Travel destination setting (R53)/Name (P.48)/ Title (P.72) Destination settings (P.54) 10 Recording information _Age in years/months (P.48) 11 Travel elapsed days (R53) 12 _ Power LCD (P.22) 13 _...
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Message displays @Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (R 18) P EAY @Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. @Release the protection before deleting, etc. (P.79) @Non-DCF images (R35) cannot be deleted. -_ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device),...
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iiii!_;i ¸_MiiE!M_RY_;_!R!b_i_!E_R_R_e!R!!i_i!_!_!!i!_i_E_A_s!E_i_iH_iE_K!!_TH_iE_!_AiRb @Access to card has failed. -* Insert card again. @Card is not of SD standard. Only SDHC memory cards can be used for capacities of 4GB or greater. ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; @Data read has failed. -, Check whether card has been inserted correctly (E 17). @Data write has failed.
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Q&A • FAQ Which cards can I use? @Using Panasonic cards is recommended. • SD memory card (8 MB - 2 GB) • SDHC memory card (4 GB - 16 GB) For more details (R18, 104) rHow can I easily send pictures to...
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Try checking these items (P.93-97) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using 'RESET' in SETUP menu in recording mode (P.25).) Camera does not work even if power is turned @Battery is not inserted correctly (El 7), or needs recharging (P.16). LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on.
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. @ISO sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default SENSITIVITY setting is 'AUTO' - interference may appear with indoor pictures.) -* Lower 'SENSITIVITY' (P.57). -_ Set 'COLOR MODE' to 'NATURAL' (P.62) -, Take pictures in brighter locations.
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Date/age is not displayed. @Current date, 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.53), and ages in 'BABY' and 'PET' (P.48) scene modes are only displayed for approx. 5 sec. after start-up, setting changes, or mode changes. They cannot be always displayed. No flash emitted. @Flash set to 'FORCED FLASH OFF _' (P.38).
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. @If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a fault.
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Edges cut off pictures when printing. @Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) @Pictures taken on _ 'ASPECT RATIO'. -_ If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Menu not displayed in desired language.
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Usage cautions and notes Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault, @To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location (Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer) @Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment...
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,1 DMC-TZ4 CIPA standards: • Using Panasonic SD memory card (16 MB) • Using the supplied battery • Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50 % • NORMAL PICTURE mode • LCD monitor ON (The number of recordable pictures decreases in AUTO POWER LCD, POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE mode) •...
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@ Figures given a re estimates. May vary a ccording toconditions, card type, and subject. _ @ Recording capacities/times displayed onLCD monitor may n ot b ereduced regularly. •1DMC-TZ5 ,2DMC-TZ4 115 220 150 t10 210 170 330 130 250 220 430 220 135 260 150 300 210 430 340 650 125 240...
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Digital Camera: Information for your safety DC5.1 V When recording: 1.3 W (DMC-TZ5)/1.2 W (DMC-TZ4) When playing back: 0.6 W @DMC-TZ5: 9,100,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 8,1OO,0OOpixels @DMC-TZ5: 1/2.33" CCD, total pixel number 10,700,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 1/2.5" CCD, total plxel number 8,320,000 pixels Primary color filter Optical 10 x zoom f=4.7 mm to 47 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3to F4.9 igit...
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0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operati6 dity 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for your safety CHARGE 4.2 V ---==0.8 A 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A Equipment...
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Product name: Battery Pack Product name: AC adaptor Product no,: CGA-SOO7A Product no,: DMW-AC5PP @Performance identical to supplied battery pack, @Recommended for taking on holiday, etc. Product name: Leather Case Product name: Marine Case Product no.: DMW-CT3 Product no.: DMW-MCTZ5 Product name: Semi Hard Case Product name: Component Cable Product no.:...
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VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.
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Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 VQT1P79...
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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Digital Still Camera...
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Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211 -PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or...
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Customer Se ices Directo USA On_y) Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: httD://www.Dstc.Danasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: I_DCDarts @ US. Danasonic. corn You may also contact us directly at:...
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@ Utilisez toujours une batterie de marque PLACEZ SUR L'APPAREIL AUCUN Panasonic. (CGA-SOO7A) OBJET REMPLI DE LIQUlDE, TEL @Si une batterie autre que Panasonic est UN VASE. utilisee, nous ne pouvons garantir le bon • UTILISEZ EXCLUSIVEMENT fonctionnement de rappareil.
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I_loignez I'appareil le plus possible Apropos du bloc-batterie de tout dispositif _mettant un champ Batterie (batterie au lithium-ion) _lectromagn_tique (tel un four & micro- • Utilisez I'unite specifiee pour recharger ondes, un t_l_viseur, une console la batterie. jeux video, etc.). •...
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@List of LCD monitor displays (P.88) Dial Display (Mode dial display) ..... 26 Digital Zoom ........34, 62 Aerial Photo Mode ........DPOF Print Setting ......... AF Assist Lamp ........Dual play (DMC-TZ5 only) ...... AF Lock ..........AF Mode ..........Aspect Conversion .........
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Panasonic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-TZ5 Model No. DMC-TZ4 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. _II_"Y:II';. !-!-1 I-1 I:;.i I[i_ ;N o] [ ;.;';t-l;l_ II I_ I!;{!]l_] i II _.| IT',| _ !o] IK o(S]ll _...
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Dear Customer, THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE Thank you for choosing Panasonic! INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT You have purchased one of the most AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure...
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Class B digital device, pursuant to Corporation of North Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits America are designed to provide reasonable One Panasonic Way, protection against harmful interference Secaucus, NJ 07094 in a residential installation. This Support Contact: PanasonicConsumer...
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-If you see this symbol- About the battery charger CAUTION! Information on Disposal in other DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS Countries outside the European Union UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER This symbol is only valid in the CONFINED SPACE.
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The battery is not charged when the camera is Charge the battery shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.18).
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Record, v iew,savethoseprecious Automatically reads the scene to take crisper pictures! INTELLIGENT AUTO_ • Make ideal settings for the subject and distance just by pointing the camera! Zoomed-in pictures Close-up pictures of people at a distance '10x optical zoom' Rapid zoom 'EASY ZOOM' (R33)
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moments. Cards may be inserted directly into devices with SD memory card slots. Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! • SD memory card/ SDHC memory • AV cable (supplied) card ,2 • Component cable (sold separately) (sold separately) Enjoy videos in HD*3 on TV with component terminals (1080i) by using a component...
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INDEX Before Before use ......Standard Accessories ..13 • Read first/ Names of parts ....14 • Mode dial ......To prevent damage and faults • Cursor button ....15 Charging battery ....16 Using SETUP menu ..22 (_ CLOCK SET ....
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BSSiCS (Record o View) I_ Taking picture with Viewing your pictures (Play) ........ automatic settings ..28 Deleting pictures ....36 I_1 Taking pictures with • To delete multiple (up to 50) your own settings ..30 or all pictures ..... 36 •...
INDEX ooo,,o°o0> Applications (Record) (Continued) Taking motion pictures 'MOTION PICTURE'......Useful features for travel ..............• I_IITRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination) ....53 • (@ WORLD TIME (Registering local time at your overseas destination) ....54 Using REC menu ................I| PICTURE SIZE ................
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Applications (View) Connectingwith other devices Viewing as list Using with your PC .... 81 (Multi playback/Calendar playback) ......Printing ....... • Printing multiple pictures ... 84 Viewing motionpictures• • Print with date and text ..84 pictureswithaudio / • Making printsettingson camera...85 Creatingstill picturesfrom motionpictures(DMC-TZ5 only)...
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(Attach strap to avoid dropping camera) damage. • Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. Panasonic will not provide compensation ==Do not get the camera wet or insert even if damage is caused by faults with camera or card.
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(P.18) Switch off power. • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic's We recommend using a genuine leather case (DMW-CT3, sold separately). parts department at 1 800 833-9626...
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Status ind Playback (R17, 28) DISPLAY button (P,37) COMPONENT Q.MENU (P.87) (Quick setting P,66)/ delete button (P.36) AV OUT / DIGITAL socket (P.81, 83, 86) DC IN socket (P.gl, 83) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-ACSPP: optional), VQT1 P79...
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Align to correct mode-_÷ (Displayed on screen when mode changed) Take pictures with customized NORMAL PICTURE mode settings (P.30). MOTION PICTURE mode Take motion pictures (P.52). compensation (R43) Self-timer (P.42) @Auto bracket (R43) @White balance fine adjustment (P.58) @Backlight left compensation (P.29) down •...
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@ If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please purchase a new battery. @ For your safety and to prevent damage to this camera, do not attempt to operate this camera with any non-Panasonic "after-market" brand battery. VQT1 P79...
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@Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. (CGA-S007A) @ 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 cardlrecorded contents may be damaged).
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Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory ri_ if not. IlCompatible memory cards (sold separately) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand SDHC memory card recommended) • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) Switch -- • SDHC memory cards (4 GB - 16 GB)
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Set REC/PLAY switch to _ before turning on power. urn on the power 'PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press 'MENU/SET' Adjust year, month, date, time REC/PLAY switch Select : ......
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Using menus (Example) Change 'LCD MODE' in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE mode. (REC/PLAY switch O, Mode dial O) Bring up the menu Camera ON,OFF switch _I =!= QUALITY ='== _1 _ASPECT R ATIO IZl I Mode dial SENSITIVITY AUTO Shutter button SELECT_...
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_oet _,_re°_t°'e_n°_ °amera Y°° can use a var'etY °f f unoti°ns and se'eot sett'nos "1 REC menu (REC/PLAY switch 0) Changing photography preferences (P.55-63) _'___ • Make settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect d| OUALITY ratio, and picture size. P_qASPECT RATIO D!ii INTELiIGENT !S_ L1F E...
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4L, Using SETUP menu 'CLOCK SET', 'AUTO REVIEW' and 'ECONOMY' are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. (Setting method : P.20) Default setting::: Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. DESTINATION: Set the local time at overseas destination (P.54).
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Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. Settings, notes BEEP LEVEL :Mute/Low/High DEEP TONE : Change beep tone. SHUTTER VOL. __xx/_/_._ : Mute/Low/High SHUTTER TONE _/_O/._O : Change shutter tone. 0,•...
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Using SETUP menu (Co.t o.÷d) Settings, notes POWER SAVE OFFI2MIN.I _ _i_ IIOMIN. : Automatically shut off power while not in use, • To restore -_ Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again, • Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately), when connected to computer/printer,...
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Settings, notes I ON • Cannot be set when using 'SELF PORTRAIT' scene mode. YES / NO • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999.
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41_Using SETUP menu (Co.t_o.÷d) Settings, notes • Operates when AV cable is connected, • When set to _1_, pictures will be displayed vertically long on LCD monitor. (Operates when AV cable is connected.) m:Oisp,ay in meters DispUy infeet (displays scene menu) •...
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Settings, notes YES/NO • This requires a sufficiently charged battery (R 16) or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Only inserted card will be formatted if present; internal memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.) • Always format cards with this camera. •...
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Taking picture with automatic settin Please set the clock before taking pictures (P.19). Turn on the power OF_ ON Shutter button 1 Status indicator illuminated approx. 1 second. Set to O Status indicator mode) Set to _ (INTELLIGENTAUTO Recognizes 'i PORTRAIT' Follows face to take clear, bright pictures.
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Optimum settings are made automatically from information such a s'face', 'movement', 'brightness', and 'distance' just b ypointing the camera atthe subject, meaning that c lear _ pictures can betaken w ithout the need t omake s ettings manually. IIBacklight compensation (brighten subject against...
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Taking pictures with your own settin Turn on the power Oi::_ON Status indicator illuminated for button approx. 1 second, Zoom lever Set to I_1 Set to O (NORMAL mode) PICTURE use zoom ==To use flash Take a picture ==To adjust image -Focus display brightness (when focus...
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Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject @Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult: • Fast-moving or extremely bright Hold down objects, or objects with no color halfway contrast. • Taking pictures through glass or near AF area objects emitting light.
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Taking pictures with zoom Do not block the lens barrel movement Zoom In/Out while zooming. E.ZOOM Turn to W side Turn to T side iFocus irange (P,41) ratio Zoom bar (approx,) @Zoom speed can be adjusted, Zoom slowly -* turn slightly Zoom quickly -_ turn completely @Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom.
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You can zoom in up to 10 times with 'optical zoom', and up to 16.9 (DMC-TZ4: 15.9) times with 'EX optical zoom' with lower picture quality. You can also use 'digital zoom' to_ zoom in even further. =inTo enlarge quickly to max.
Taking pictures with zoom Zoom 4 times further than optical/extended optical zoom (maximum 40x - 67.5x_). (Note that, with digital zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.) DMC-TZ4:63.8 x Display REC menu Select 'ON' 111QUALITY 111 / ASPECT RATIO rlls0,NTELUGENT !_@ _M_,SH t_SPEED_1 [_] SENSITIVITY AUTO...
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When there is no card inserted, the pictures played back from the built-in memory. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in CLIPBOARD mode (P.64).) Set to (_ Zoom lever Scroll through pictures number Total pictures DISPLAY Previous Next =inTo enlarge (playback zoom) @Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/...
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Pictures deleted will be from card if card is inserted, or from built-in memory if the card is not inserted, Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Set to I_ Mode dial oe,e,e oi ,a,eo ic,or e the pwer during deletion. @Use a sufficiently charged battery or an AC adat_r (DMW- AC5PP, sold seprately).
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Changing recording information' Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms. DISPLAY Press to change display @ In recording mode Recording Guide lines .1,2 information No display .1 Set 'HISTOGRAM' to 'ON' to display histogram (R23). *2 Select guide line pattern and recording information display on/off with 'GUIDE LINE' setting (R23).
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Taking pictures with flash (Screen eaml_: DMC-TZ5) @Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) Disl_yed for apox5 sec. away when using flash to take 3ictures of infants, @Can also be selected with I_. Tyh_i _!6ffS Ug_g AUTO Normal use • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Taking pictures of subjects in dark AUTO/RED-EYE...
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To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus range allows (up to 5 cm [0,17 feet] for max. W) by using 'MACRO (AFt)'. Set to I_1 Mode dial Set to I_ (NORMAL mode)or PICTURE (MOTION PICTURE mode)
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Positioningcameraand subject within"} Accessible distance from subject depends on zoom ratio• Ranges for each mode dial setting are listed below• Focus range ..Outside focus range ==Mode dial set to: _ If_ "1 _ "1 [_ • 1 When using MACRO AF_ I Zoom ratio I I Focus ran.qe I 1 x (max•W)
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We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds, Display 'SELFTIMER' duration ..Dismayed for apox5 sec. @Can also be selected with 4. Take a picture •...
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scN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' Set to I_ Set to 'SCNI' or 'SCN2' Select scene (Press 'MENU/SET' if scene menu is not displayed) Zoom lever @ SCENE MENU DISPLAY _O¢SI_S[_':!_ _ [_ can also be MENU/SET _Zoom lever I:_ _ : _i_ SCENENODE1 used to switch...
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Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. VQT1P79...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according the scene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Improves the skin tone of subjects for a • 'AF MODE' default setting is :A: (face detection). healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. PORTRAIT • Stand as close as possible to subject •...
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of people and nightscapes with • Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. close to actual brightness. • Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture. • Subject should not move for at least 1 second. •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) • Age and name will be displayed Uses weak [lash to bring out skin colors. for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • To record age and name • Age display format depends on ('BABY1' and 'BABY2' can be set separately.) LANGUAGE setting.
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How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor • Pictures may appear slightly conditions. grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings QUALITY: [] (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with •...
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ScN2SCN1 Taking pictures according thescene 'SCENE MODE' (Continued) Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark • Main fixed settings FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF subjects. AUDIO REC.: OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF • Shutter speed settings STABILIZER: Select with • T, and press 'MENU/SET'. SENSITIVITY: ISO100 mSTA_R'_X ....
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How toselect ascene (P.44) Using flash inscene modes (P.39) Take pictures of the view from aircraft • Main fixed settings windows, FLASH: [] FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Turn the camera off when AERIAL • Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting taking off or landing.
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Taking motion pictures "} Record motion pictures and sound (motion pictures cannot be recorded without sound). You can take a motion picture while zooming, (We recommend using a card of at least 10 MB/s (as marked on its packaging, etc.),) ==Aspect and picture quality...
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Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (R19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_,SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.20) Select 'LOCATION' ¢ ,,,2 v_j_, _./'.[_ CANCEL_...
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Useful features for travel Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (P19). • Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '_SETUP MENU' -_ Select 'WORLD TIME' (1>.20) 'PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA' will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press 'MENU/SET' and skip to step 2.
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Using REC menu Default setting: 'Quick setting' (P.66) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. Set size of picture. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on 'QUALITY' (see below). (P.100) ==Set-up: Mode dial I[_ _ SON1 SON2 -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Aspect ratio of picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. • Set-up: Mode dial I_ O SON1 S ON2 B -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'ASPECT RATIO' (R20) •Settings: (Still pictures only) I_1_ Same as 4:3 TV or computer Same as normal film camera For playback on widescreen/...
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@Shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are displayed in the screen for a few seconds after recording. @ If interference becomes noticeable, we recommend reducing the setting, or selecting 'NATURAL' in the 'COLOR MODE' (R62). @Blurring may occur depending on brightness, and size, position, and speed of movement of the subject (e.g.
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Using REC menu (Continu÷d) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. IISet-up: Mode dial I_1 SON1 SON2 B -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'WHITE BALANCE' (P.20) ==Settings: (automatic) / 4_ (outdoor, clear sky) / _IL (outdoor, cloudy sky) / I_L (outdoor, shade)
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You can change the position formeasuring brightness when c orrecting exposure. • Set-up: Mode dial -+ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'METERING MODE' (1=.20) ,Settings: B_i_!_ _i_i_, _i_i Normal usage (produces balanced Multiple Whole screen pictures) Center Center and surrounding area Subject in center weighted Spot...
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Determined position for 1-area-focusing (High speed)t Spot-focusing: focus Focuses on smaller, limited 1 area-focusing: Focuses on AF area in center area 1-area-focusing (High of picture speed) (Recommended for when 1-area-focusing focus is difficult to align) Spot-focusing @When using _ or _, picture may freeze momentarily...
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Enables a rapid succession of photographs to be taken. Succession of photographs taken while shutter button is held down. SON1SCN2 ,Set-up: Mode dial _ -, Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'BURST' (P.20) ,Settings BURST setting _peed No. of pictures _1 No burst 2.5 pictures/sec.
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USing REC menu (Contin.ed) Multiplies effect of optical zoom or extended optical zoom by up to 4 times. (See P.34 for details) • Set-up: Mode dial O SCN1 SON2 IBI -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'DIGITAL ZOOM' (P.20) =Settings: Set color effects. •...
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Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. • Set-up: Mode dial I_1 -_ Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'MIN. SHTR SPEED' (P.20) ==Settings: 1/200 1/125 1/60 1/30 1!15 1/4 1/2 1 @Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
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Set to 101 Set to [[_ (clipboard) _ii_ _ ili i li# Take a clipboard picture @Representsbuilt-in memory used entirelyfor clipboardpictures (approx.) Pi_!_ 2 M [] 1 M [] Press halfway Press fully (align focus) (take picture) Set REC/PLAY switch to I_ Set mode dial to[_ (CLIPBOARD mode) @Can be viewed with same operations as with still pictures taken in other modes...
Useful for taking pictures of timetables and maps instead of taking memos. Regardless of presence of card, pictures will always be saved to clipboard folder of built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately. Beware of copyrights, etc.
REC menu items can be called up easily (settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode), Set to 101 Display 'Quick setting' Q.MENU Hold Quick setting Select item and setting Select Press @Example) NORMAL PICTURE mode • STABILIZER _1 (P62) •...
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Viewing as list You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (calendar playback). Set to • To view pictures: press 4 • Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no. Scrolls with each Picture type...
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Set-up: REC/PLAY switch: I_ (Set mode dial to any except [_) • Operations during motion picture Select and play picture playback Motion • :Pause/play picture • :Stop mode icon 4 :Hold to fast rewind (single frame step while paused) Motion I_ :Hold to fast forward (single picture frame step while paused)
Different playback methods @Various playback modes for your pictures. @Pictures will be selected from built-in memory (not clipboard) if no card is inserted. @Playback mode is automatically set to 'NORMAL PLAY' when power is turned on with REC/PLAY switch set to _, or when switching from REC mode to playback mode. Displays one picture.
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Different playback methods Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended for when viewing on TV screen. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ Select 'SLIDE SHOW' (P.20) Select playback method ,i/,J, _,'_ • t./&l I-bUKY blr-LLI_/IUIM CATEGORYSELECTION .Select category, and playback slideshow. FAVORITE ..........
Pictures can be classified automatically and viewed by category. Automatic classification starts when 'CATEGORY PLAY' is selected from the playback mode selection menu. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ Select 'CATEGORY PLAY' (R20) _ATE_RY Select the category CATEGORY PORTRAIT/i-PORTRAIT/ SOFT SKIN/SELF PORTRAIT/ (Portrait etc.) NIGHT PORTRAIT/ i-NIGHT PORTRAIT/BABY...
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Using PLAYBACK menu Select date from calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day (R67). Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -, '0_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'CALENDAR' (R20) @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback modes (P,71). You can edit names from 'BABY' and 'PET' scene modes or destination in 'TRAVEL DATE', or give titles to your favorite pictures.
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• To edit _ select 'SINGLE' in step select picture with @ @, and press 'MENU/ SET' -+ correct text and press 'EXIT' @Cannot be set in 'CATEGORY PLAY' or 'FAVORITE PLAY' playback mode (R71). @Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, protected pictures, or motion pictures.
Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) check stamped text _ 'playback zoom' (P.35) @Picture size will be reduced if greater ASPECT After T ExY than 3M. Picture will become slightly grainier. 4 : 3 9 M $1, 8 M $2, 7 M $1, @Cannot be used with pictures taken on 3 : 2 2.5 M...
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==MULTI Select 'MULTI' in step 1 on Select picture (up to 50 pictures) the left page -Resize setting DISPLAY Select size /.,_/_ ' _ REDUCED SjzE i _L Tosee _M 4_M _, description "_\_</ of resize: Number of pixels before/after _M ...
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Convert pictures taken in _ to _ or _ for printing. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ ' _ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'ASPECT CONV.' (P.2O) Select_ or LmJ[_l Select horizontal position and convert P_AYBAc_ ,{.;Odi / I_ s,_S{5 Iml (Moveportrait _J@L,"...
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@'ROTATE DISR' and 'ROTATE' cannot be used with motion pictures. @'ROTATE' cannot be used with protected pictures (R79). @Some pictures taken facing up or facing down may not be rotated automatically. It may not be possible to rotate pictures taken with certain other devices. @Pictures cannot be rotated during multi playback.
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Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers, (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://pa na sonic,jp/dc/d pof 11O/white e.htm Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -_ '(]_ PLAYBACK menu' -_ Select 'DPOF PRINT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI'...
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Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press 'MENU/SET' -+ '_ PLAYBACK menu' -+ Select 'PROTECT' (P.20) Select 'SINGLE' or 'MULTI' .,)\J__J5 .......... L_ ,it( D]O f)U[i MULTI c'_I SELECT€ Select picture and make setting @ SINGLE @ MULTI •...
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( R-_."41 ). @DPOF settings will not be copied. @Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras may be copied. @Original pictures will not be deleted after copying (to delete pictures -_ R36).
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Turn on power of Connect the camera to your computer to save, play, print, and e-mail your pictures. both camera and computer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW- AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a switch to (_ sufficiently-charged battery.)
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==Folder and file names on computer You can save images to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. DClM (Still/motion pictures) IO0-PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001 .JPG Built-in @Windows P1000999.JPG ;,Tp ctu es memory/ Drives are displayed...
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Turn on power of both You can connect directly to a PictBridge- compatible printer for printing. camera and printer Set-up: Set REC/PLAY switch to • Connect the camera to the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately). (Alternatively, use a sufficiently-charged Connect camera to battery.) printer...
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Printing (coati,u÷€ d) Select 'MULTI PRINT' ® Select item ® Select 'PRINT START' in step 5 on the (See below for details) previous page i k_ \/_ _J'_ PRINT WffH DATE 2L/') SELECTALL D_O# # ic,_Qd_ ..... "_ F_if_ ......('Y_b,_'(_'_' LCANCEL_ SELECT: SET_ \c_y...
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(Make settings before selecting 'PRINT START') d) Select item ® Select setting ... PRENT WETHDATE _OAT_ _:b_ _A¥_ ....¢ _ / _IP_"_ _ ...._¢._ IDA"DE_ SELECT: SETm I ::T_ bE_EDT¢' SET_J PRINT WITH OFF/ON DATE NUM. OF PRINTS Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) _1_ (printer takes priority)
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Viewing on TV screen Connect camera to TV You can view _tures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the AV cable (sued) or compnent cable (sold seprately: DMW-HDC2). Turn on TV @Also consult TV operating manual, @Set to auxiliary input, Set-up: •...
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Use component cable (sold separately: DMW-HDC2) to enjoy still and motion pictures in high definition _. Please check that the TV you are connecting to has a 1080i input terminal. DMC-TZ5 Only Connect the camera (COMPONENT OUT terminal) to a TV with a component cable, and set the TV to receive component terminal input.
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List of LCD monitor dispmays Save destination (P,18) Recording state Histogram (R37) Travel date (R53) 10 _Aperture value (R30) Shutter speed (R30) ISO sensitivity (P.57) Intelligent ISO (R56) 11 Current datettime Focus range (R41) Zoom (P,32) 12 _ Burst mode (R61) _Auto bracket...
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Press the display button to change display (P.14). 6 Exposure compensation (P.43) Favorites settings (P.77) Recorded date and time Travel destination setting (R53)/Name (P.48)/ Title (P.72) Destination settings (P.54) 10 Recording information _Age in years/months (P.48) 11 Travel elapsed days (R53) 12 _ Power LCD (P.22) 13 _...
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Message displays @Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (R 18) P EAY @Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. @Release the protection before deleting, etc. (P.79) @Non-DCF images (R35) cannot be deleted. -_ Save all necessary data to computer (or other device),...
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iiii!_;i ¸_MiiE!M_RY_;_!R!b_i_!E_R_R_e!R!!i_i!_!_!!i!_i_E_A_s!E_i_iH_iE_K!!_TH_iE_!_AiRb @Access to card has failed. -* Insert card again. @Card is not of SD standard. Only SDHC memory cards can be used for capacities of 4GB or greater. ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; @Data read has failed. -, Check whether card has been inserted correctly (E 17). @Data write has failed.
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Q&A • FAQ Which cards can I use? @Using Panasonic cards is recommended. • SD memory card (8 MB - 2 GB) • SDHC memory card (4 GB - 16 GB) For more details (R18, 104) rHow can I easily send pictures to...
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Try checking these items (P.93-97) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using 'RESET' in SETUP menu in recording mode (P.25).) Camera does not work even if power is turned @Battery is not inserted correctly (El 7), or needs recharging (P.16). LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on.
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. @ISO sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default SENSITIVITY setting is 'AUTO' - interference may appear with indoor pictures.) -* Lower 'SENSITIVITY' (P.57). -_ Set 'COLOR MODE' to 'NATURAL' (P.62) -, Take pictures in brighter locations.
Date/age is not displayed. @Current date, 'TRAVEL DATE' (P.53), and ages in 'BABY' and 'PET' (P.48) scene modes are only displayed for approx. 5 sec. after start-up, setting changes, or mode changes. They cannot be always displayed. No flash emitted. @Flash set to 'FORCED FLASH OFF _' (P.38).
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Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. @If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a fault.
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Edges cut off pictures when printing. @Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) @Pictures taken on _ 'ASPECT RATIO'. -_ If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Menu not displayed in desired language.
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Usage cautions and notes Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault, @To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location (Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer) @Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment...
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,1 DMC-TZ4 CIPA standards: • Using Panasonic SD memory card (16 MB) • Using the supplied battery • Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50 % • NORMAL PICTURE mode • LCD monitor ON (The number of recordable pictures decreases in AUTO POWER LCD, POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE mode) •...
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@ Figures given a re estimates. May vary a ccording toconditions, card type, and subject. _ @ Recording capacities/times displayed onLCD monitor may n ot b ereduced regularly. •1DMC-TZ5 ,2DMC-TZ4 115 220 150 t10 210 170 330 130 250 220 430 220 135 260 150 300 210 430 340 650 125 240...
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Digital Camera: Information for your safety DC5.1 V When recording: 1.3 W (DMC-TZ5)/1.2 W (DMC-TZ4) When playing back: 0.6 W @DMC-TZ5: 9,100,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 8,1OO,0OOpixels @DMC-TZ5: 1/2.33" CCD, total pixel number 10,700,OOOpixels @DMC-TZ4: 1/2.5" CCD, total plxel number 8,320,000 pixels Primary color filter Optical 10 x zoom f=4.7 mm to 47 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 280 mm)/F3.3to F4.9 igit...
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0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operati6 dity 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A45B): Information for your safety CHARGE 4.2 V ---==0.8 A 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A Equipment...
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Product name: Battery Pack Product name: AC adaptor Product no,: CGA-SOO7A Product no,: DMW-AC5PP @Performance identical to supplied battery pack, @Recommended for taking on holiday, etc. Product name: Leather Case Product name: Marine Case Product no.: DMW-CT3 Product no.: DMW-MCTZ5 Product name: Semi Hard Case Product name: Component Cable Product no.:...
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VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.
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Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 VQT1P79...
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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Digital Still Camera...
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Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211 -PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or...
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Customer Se ices Directo USA On_y) Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: httD://www.Dstc.Danasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: I_DCDarts @ US. Danasonic. corn You may also contact us directly at:...
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@ Utilisez toujours une batterie de marque PLACEZ SUR L'APPAREIL AUCUN Panasonic. (CGA-SOO7A) OBJET REMPLI DE LIQUlDE, TEL @Si une batterie autre que Panasonic est UN VASE. utilisee, nous ne pouvons garantir le bon • UTILISEZ EXCLUSIVEMENT fonctionnement de rappareil.
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I_loignez I'appareil le plus possible Apropos du bloc-batterie de tout dispositif _mettant un champ Batterie (batterie au lithium-ion) _lectromagn_tique (tel un four & micro- • Utilisez I'unite specifiee pour recharger ondes, un t_l_viseur, une console la batterie. jeux video, etc.). •...
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@List of LCD monitor displays (P.88) Dial Display (Mode dial display) ..... 26 Digital Zoom ........34, 62 Aerial Photo Mode ........DPOF Print Setting ......... AF Assist Lamp ........Dual play (DMC-TZ5 only) ...... AF Lock ..........AF Mode ..........Aspect Conversion .........