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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

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Instructions (PDF format)
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You can learn about advanced operation methods
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DMC-FX700
Model No.

Digital Camera

VQT2X83

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    Please also refer to the Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo VQT2X83...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camera.

  • Page 3: Information For Your Safety

    Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. •...
  • Page 4 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FX700 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is...
  • Page 5 DMC-FX700 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.

  • Page 6: Battery Charger

    ∫ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ................3 Standard Accessories ................... 8 Names of the Components ................9 How to Use the Touch Panel ..............11 Charging the Battery ................... 13 About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............15 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ......16 Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..............

  • Page 8: Standard Accessories

    For information about optional VGQ0D56 VGQ0C14 “ accessories, refer to the Digital Camera ” Accessory System • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts. VQT2X83 (ENG)

  • Page 9: Names Of The Components

    Names of the Components Flash Lens Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp Hand strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the hand strap   when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. Touch panel/LCD monitor [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch [MODE] button [MENU] button Speaker...
  • Page 10 When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.

  • Page 11: How To Use The Touch Panel

    How to Use the Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Operation or settings are performed by directly touching the icons displayed on the LCD monitor (touch panel) or by moving while touching the touch panel (dragging) using your fingers or the supplied stylus pen.
  • Page 12 Note • The touch panel does not operate when the LCD monitor is turned off. • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) •...

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BCF10PP) supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic.

  • Page 14: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Program AE Mode Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].)

  • Page 15: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    (4 GB to 32 GB) • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDXC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/ (48 GB, 64 GB) SDXC.html • Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD video standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards.

  • Page 16: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCF10PP).

  • Page 17: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. Touch [CLOCK SET]. Touch the items you wish to set (Year/ Month/Day/Hours/Minutes), and set using [3]/[4]. • Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date and time.

  • Page 18: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu This section describes how to select the Program AE Mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, [PLAYBACK] Mode menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Program AE Mode Press [MENU] to display the menu.

  • Page 19: Selecting The [Rec] Mode

    Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode Turn the camera on. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B [MODE] button Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch the mode. ∫ List of [REC] Modes ¦ [INTELLIGENT AUTO] The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.

  • Page 20: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)

    ñ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function ñ : Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.

  • Page 21: Scene Detection

    Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. > ¦ [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] • [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] Only when [ ] is selected [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-SUNSET]...

  • Page 22: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (³: Program Ae Mode)

    ³ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings ³ : Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [REC] menu.

  • Page 23: Compensating The Exposure

    [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Touch [ Adjust the exposure by touching the slide bar. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure. Touch [EXIT] to finish.

  • Page 24: Taking Pictures With Set Aperture (±: Aperture-Priority Ae)

    ± [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Set Aperture : Aperture-priority AE) ± Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background.

  • Page 25: Taking Pictures With Set Shutter Speed (´: Shutter-Priority Ae)

    ´ [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Set Shutter Speed : Shutter-priority AE) ´ When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set to a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter speed.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures With Exposure Set Manually (²: Manual Exposure)

    ² [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually : Manual exposure) ² Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Touch [MANUAL EXPOSURE]. Touch [APERTURE VALUE] A or [SHUTTER SPEED] B.

  • Page 27: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

    [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. Pictures recorded in Burst Mode will be recorded as a burst picture group.

  • Page 28: Recording Motion Pictures

    [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE].

  • Page 29: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    ¸ [PLAYBACK] Mode: Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. Forward or rewind the image by dragging the screen horizontally. • After selecting the motion picture, touch [ to start playback. ¸ [PLAYBACK] Mode: Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.

  • Page 30: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) • You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating instructions and want to progress to advanced operations. • You want to check the Troubleshooting. In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained on the CD-ROM (supplied).
  • Page 31 OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.4 W (When recording) 1.0 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels: 14,100,000 pixels Image sensor: 1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 15,100,000 pixels, Primary color filter Lens: Optical 5kzoom, fl4.3 mm to 21.5 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm)/...
  • Page 33 Burst recording Burst speed (Burst number/maximum recordable pixels) For mechanical 2 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M), shutter: 5 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M), 10 frames/sec (Max. 15 frames/14 M) For electronic 40 frames/sec (Max. 50 frames/5 M), shutter: 60 frames/sec (Max. 60 frames/3.5 M) During motion 2 frames/sec (Max.
  • Page 34 Interface Digital: “USB 2.0” (High Speed) Analog video/ audio: NTSC Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin) [HDMI]: MiniHDMI TypeC Dimensions: Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k55.8 mm (H)k24.5 mm (D) [4.08q (W)k2.20q(H)k0.97q (D)] (excluding the projecting parts) Mass (weight): Approx.
  • Page 35 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A59B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 4.2 V 0.65 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCF10PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/940 mAh (ENG) VQT2X83...

  • Page 36: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Class 2 2 GB SD Memory Card Product numbers correct as of July 2010. These may be subject to change. ¢ The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

  • Page 37: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    THE FOLLOWING: 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 (ENG) VQT2X83...

  • Page 38: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)
  • Page 39 Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McVay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare us.panasonic.com When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
  • Page 40 THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.
  • Page 41 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 42 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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