Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ25 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ25 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Digital camera model no. dmc-tz25

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Basic Operating Instructions

Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation
of this camera are contained in "Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)"
in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to
read it.
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EB
Model No.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Digital Camera

DMC-TZ25
VQT4B39
M0112KZ0

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT4B39 M0112KZ0...
  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
  • Page 3: About The Battery Pack

    ■ About the battery pack CAUTION • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. •...
  • Page 4: Cautions For Use

    (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (9.8 feet) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 5 This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video.
  • Page 6 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ..2 Taking pictures ......15 Before use ........7 Taking motion pictures ....16 Standard accessories ....8 Viewing your pictures Names and Functions of [Normal Play] ......17 Main Parts .........10 Deleting pictures ......17 Inserting and removing the Reading the Operating card (optional)/the battery ..11 Instructions (PDF format) ..18 Charging the battery ....12...
  • Page 8: Standard Accessories

    Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of January 2012. Battery pack USB connection cable DMW-BCG10E • Charge the battery K1HY08YY0025 before use. Battery pack is indicated as CD-ROM battery pack or battery in the VFF0969 text.
  • Page 9: Optional Accessories

    • For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 • For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK • Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.,...
  • Page 10: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button Mode dial Flash Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp Lens barrel Lens Zoom lever Speaker Microphone Motion picture button LCD monitor REC/PLAY switch Charging lamp HDMI socket [EXPOSURE] button [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Cursor buttons socket [DISP.] button...
  • Page 11: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10E). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● We recommend using a Panasonic Memory card. (ENG) VQT4B39...
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)). • Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery.
  • Page 13: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set REC/PLAY switch to before turning the camera on. Turn the camera on ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set...
  • Page 14: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Example: Setting [AF Mode] from in the [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Switching to the [Rec] menu Select [Rec], and press [MENU/SET]. Press to select [AF Mode] and then press [MENU/SET] •...
  • Page 15: Taking Pictures

    Taking pictures Shutter button Turn the camera on ( ) Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Set to the desired recording mode ■ Recording mode Take pictures with automatic settings. The subjects are recorded using your own settings. The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
  • Page 16: Taking Motion Pictures

    Taking motion pictures Recording mode: You can record motion pictures with audio (monaural). Zoom can also be used during recording. Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Press the motion picture button ( ) to start recording Press the motion picture button ( ) again to end recording Remaining recording time (approx.) Elapsed recording time...
  • Page 17: Viewing Your Pictures [Normal Play]

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Press to select the picture ● To play back a motion picture, select a picture with , and then press to start playback. ● You can print pictures by connecting a camera to your computer or printer, or by giving an SD card to a shop assistant at a photo shop.
  • Page 18: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied) Click the “Operating Instructions”...
  • Page 19: Installing Supplied Software (Photofunstudio)

    Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorise these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used. • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC Operating environment of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.0 AE Windows XP (32 bit) SP3...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power When recording: 1.4 W Consumption When playing back: 0.9 W Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.3” MOS sensor, total pixel number 12,800,000 pixels Primary colour filter Lens Optical 16 x zoom [NANO SURFACE...
  • Page 21 LCD monitor 3.0” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 460,800 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Microphone / Monaural Speaker Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB) / SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still picture JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File...
  • Page 22 Specifications AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0775): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V, 800 mA Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCG10E): Information for your safety Voltage / capacity 3.6 V / 895 mAh...
  • Page 23 (ENG) VQT4B39...
  • Page 24 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

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