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Panasonic Lumix DMC-CM1 Basic Owner's Manual

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Digital Camera

DMC-CM1
SQT0433
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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following website. (As of March 2015) http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html (U.S. customers only) Register online at www.panasonic.com/register If you have any questions, visit: USA : www.panasonic.com/support SQT0433...
  • 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 located on the nameplate inside the card slot cover.

  • 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 unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
  • Page 4 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 5: About The Battery

    About the battery ∫ ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the unit (including built-in battery) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Using hearing aids with mobile devices ∫...

  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    Hearing aid compatibility ∫ This mobile device has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this mobile device that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this mobile device thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise.

  • Page 7: Additional Safety Precautions

    Additional safety precautions Posted facilities ∫ Turn off the product when in hospitals, health care facilities, or any facility where posted notices require you to do so. Hospitals and health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
  • Page 8 Potentially explosive atmosphere ∫ ≥ Turn off the product in areas where a potentially explosive atmosphere exists and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in injury or even death. ≥ Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere may include fueling areas, chemical plants, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using petroleum or natural gas, or areas where the atmosphere contains particles such as grain, dust, or metallic powders, and any other area where you would normally be...

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    Panasonic will not be responsible for any liability resulting from the use of this product arising out of the foregoing uses. ¢1 Aircraft cockpit equipment/systems include Class 2 Electrical Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class 1 EFB Systems when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Email/Web browser/Phone People..........38 Information for Your Safety....3 Email/Gmail™........39 Regulatory information ...... 6 Launching the web browser.....41 Additional safety precautions .... 7 Phone ..........42 Preparation Others Standard Accessories...... 11 Troubleshooting .......44 Names and Functions of System updates .......46 Main Parts ........12 Cautions for Use ......47 Inserting/Removing the microSIM FCC RF exposure information ..53...

  • Page 11: Preparation

    ≥ microSD Memory Card, microSDHC Memory Card and microSDXC Memory Card are indicated as microSD card in the text. ≥ microSIM card and microSD card are optional. ≥ If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (ENG) SQT0433...

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Preparation Names and Functions of Main Parts 13 14 15 19 20 Shutter button (P32) Light sensor/Proximity sensor Do not cover the sensor area with Camera selector switch (P29) your hand or paste stickers over it in Flash/AF Assist Lamp order to prevent incorrect operation of the sensor.
  • Page 13 Preparation Stereo headset (optional) You can use a headset (optional) to listen to music or watch videos. If the headset (optional) has a microphone, you can also use it to talk on the phone. ≥ Check that the headset (optional) plug is completely inserted into the earphone terminal.

  • Page 14: Inserting/Removing The Microsim Card (Optional)

    Preparation Inserting/Removing the microSIM card (optional) A microSIM card is an integrated circuit that stores the customer’s phone number and other information. Calls and messages (SMS) cannot be sent or received unless the microSIM card is inserted. If you have inserted/removed the microSIM card, do not deliberately touch or damage the IC terminals.
  • Page 15 Preparation ≥ Keep the microSIM Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ≥ Keep the microSIM Card Tray out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. About the mobile identification number ∫ This unit has a specific mobile identification number A. The mobile identification number is verified as follows.

  • Page 16: About The Built-In Memory/The Microsd Card (Optional)

    ≥ microSDXC Memory Card (64 GB to 128 GB) ≥ Check the corresponding manufacturer, capacity and other latest compatibility information from the following support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note that this does not guarantee compatibility with all operations.
  • Page 17 Preparation About the motion picture recording and SD speed class ∫ According to the [Rec Quality] (P36) of a motion picture, the required microSD card differs. Use a microSD card that meets the following rating of the SD Speed Class. ≥...

  • Page 18: Charging

    Preparation Charging Connect the unit and AC adaptor to charge. ≥ The battery is not charged when this unit is shipped. Charge the battery before use. ≥ For details on charging time, refer to P54. microUSB terminal To power outlet Charging lamp Charging.

  • Page 19: Basic

    Basic Turning the unit on/off Turn on the unit by pressing [ ] for 2 seconds or more. ≥ The lock screen will be displayed after a short time. ≥ The default settings screen will be displayed when you turn the unit on for the first time.

  • Page 20: Using The Touch Screen

    Basic Using the touch screen The unit features a touch screen, which you can operate by touching directly with your fingers. ≥ Peel off the sheet pasted to the touch screen when first bought before use. ≥ The touch screen is designed to be lightly touched with a finger. Do not press the touch screen strongly with your finger or press objects with sharp tips (claws/ ball point pens/pins etc.) against it.

  • Page 21: Home Screen

    Basic Home screen The Home screen is the main screen for launching apps. Tapping [ ] when other screens are displayed will return to the Home screen. Control icons ∫ Control icons are displayed at the bottom of the screen. 1 Return to the previous screen.

  • Page 22: Status Bar

    Basic Status bar The status bar displays icons that let you know the status of the unit, and other indicators. List of main status icons List of main notification icons Network strength New Gmail™ received Battery level New email received Battery is charging New SMS message received Airplane mode is on...

  • Page 23: Using Apps

    Basic Using apps From the Home screen > [ Tap the app that you want to launch. List of main app ∫ [Camera] [Settings] Google Calendar™ [Phone] [Gallery] [People] Google Maps™ Google Chrome™ [Email] Google Search™ Google Voice Search™ Google Play™ Store [Clock] ≥...

  • Page 24: Entering Text

    Basic Entering Text The keyboard is displayed automatically when you tap a text entry field. 1 Tap to enter text. 2 Tap to change the character case. Double-tap to turn on the caps lock. 3 Tap to switch the type of text entered. 4 Tap to enter text.

  • Page 25: Android™ Default Settings

    Basic Android™ default settings The first time you turn the unit on after purchase, follow the on-screen instructions and configure the language and Wi-Fi settings. Select language > [ Follow the on-screen instructions to configure various settings. After configuring various settings, read through description on diagnosis information >...

  • Page 26: Accessibility Settings

    Basic Accessibility settings The unit provides a variety of settings that allow you to change how the user and unit interact. From the Home screen > [ ] > [ ] > [Accessibility]. Select the desired feature or option and configure it as desired.

  • Page 27: Connecting To Networks

    Connecting to networks Connecting to mobile networks 2G/3G/LTE networks can be used to access email, messages and the internet. For most mobile network operators, the connection is configured automatically when a microSIM card is inserted. If the connection is not configured automatically, an access point must be configured manually.

  • Page 28: Connecting To Wi-Fi Networks

    Connecting to networks ® Connecting to Wi-Fi networks This unit is compatible with Wi-Fi networks. You can use email and the internet with wireless LAN services. Turning on the Wi-Fi function From the Home screen > [ ] > [ Turn on [Wi-Fi].

  • Page 29: Camera

    Camera Launching the camera Slide and release the camera selector switch. ≥ Home screen > [ ] also starts the camera. To end the camera ∫ Releasing the camera selector switch after sliding it, or using the steps below returns to the Home screen.
  • Page 30 Camera Recording Mode (P31) Storage location/Number of recordable pictures/Available recording time ≥ m: minute, s: second Indicates the setting status. ≥ An explanation of the main icons is given here as an example. Refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” for details. Photo Style Flash Mode Touch Settings...

  • Page 31: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Camera Selecting the Recording Mode From the Recording screen AF AF 30 p > Recording Mode icon. 0500 0500 0500 60 60 MENU DISP. DISP. DISP. DISP. MENU Select the Recording Mode. ≥ It can also be selected by rotating the control ring. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by this unit.

  • Page 32: Taking A Still Picture

    Camera Taking a Still picture ≥ Make sure that your fingers or hair do not cover the lens when taking pictures. ≥ Be careful not to move the unit when you press the shutter button. If the unit moves, it may cause blurry images. Dim areas become blur easily in particular.

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With The Zoom

    Camera Taking Pictures with the Zoom You can zoom-out to record landscapes etc. in wide angle (Wide) or zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer (Tele). (Maximum magnification: 4k) Pinching in/pinching out the screen. Operating with the control ring. ≥...

  • Page 34: Drive Mode

    Camera Menus convenient for taking pictures From the Recording screen > [ ] > [Rec] > menu item. [Drive Mode] ∫ You can change what this unit will do when you press the shutter button. When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is ([Single]) recorded.

  • Page 35: Metering Mode

    Camera [Quality] ∫ Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. ([Fine]) A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. [›] ([Standard]) A standard image quality JPEG image. You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A]) ([RAWiFine]) simultaneously.

  • Page 36: Recording Motion Picture

    Camera Recording Motion Picture Motion pictures can be recorded in the MP4 format. Audio will be recorded in stereo. ≥ When recording a motion picture, do not cover the microphone with your fingers or other objects. ≥ You can operate the zoom even when recording motion pictures. ≥...

  • Page 37: Viewing Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Camera Viewing pictures and motion pictures From the Home screen > ] > [ ≥ The Album list screen is displayed. ≥ During initial start-up, a screen to confirm whether to turn on the automatic backup to the Google drive is displayed.

  • Page 38: Email/Web Browser/Phone

    Email/Web browser/Phone People Importing contacts from storage ≥ Data can be synchronized using your Google account. From the Home screen > [ ] > [ ] > [Import/export] > [Import from storage] > [OK]. ≥ Select the account and file if there are several accounts and files. Displaying contacts From the Home screen >...

  • Page 39: Email/Gmail

    Email/Web browser/Phone Email/Gmail™ Configuring an email account From the Home screen > [ ] > [ Enter the email address and password > [Next]. Follow the guidance on the screen. Creating an email and sending From the Home screen > [ ] >...
  • Page 40 Email/Web browser/Phone Reading received email From the Home screen > [ ] > [ ≥ The Email inbox list screen is displayed. ] > [Refresh]. ≥ To update the email inbox, tap [ Tap the email to display. Replying to emails ∫...

  • Page 41: Launching The Web Browser

    Email/Web browser/Phone Launching the web browser The unit can be used to browse web pages, manage bookmarks and download images and other files. Viewing a web page From the Home screen > [ ] > [ Enter the web address in the address bar > [Go]. Returning to the previous page ∫...

  • Page 42: Phone

    Email/Web browser/Phone Phone Making a call From the Home screen > [ ] > [ Enter the telephone number > [ ≥ If the incorrect telephone number has been entered, tap [ ] to clear the entered number. Tap [ ] after the call has ended.

  • Page 43: Answering A Call

    Email/Web browser/Phone Entering numbers during a call ∫ Operation required if numbers need to be entered during a call, such as when sending a key signal to navigate through voice guidance menus or other purposes. When during a call > [ ] >...

  • Page 44: Others

    Others Troubleshooting ≥ Please also refer to the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”, which describes more detailed information. Cannot turn the unit on. ≥ Check that the battery is adequately charged. Touch screen does not operate even when tapping it. ≥...
  • Page 45 Others The battery usage time is short. ≥ The usage time becomes shorter due to various factors, including how often the unit is used, the configuration settings in the unit, the network status, and the apps used. > In such cases, please check the [Battery] setting (From the Home screen > [ ] >...

  • Page 46: System Updates

    ≥ During system update, information specific to this unit (e.g. model, manufacturing number etc.) will be sent to the system update server of Panasonic. Panasonic will not use the information sent for purposes other than system update. ≥ The unit will restart after a system update.

  • Page 47: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use About the operating environment ∫ Do not leave the unit in the following areas, as there is the risk of damage. ≥ Near electronic products. The image may become distorted, and static may be introduced. ≥ Extremely hot or cold areas. Optimal use of this unit ∫...
  • Page 48 ≥ This unit is equipped with GPS functionality, however must not be used as aircraft, vehicle or personal navigation device, or precision surveying device. Panasonic shall not be liable for all damages suffered as a result of inaccurate measurements and information that are caused by external factors (including running out of battery power) e.g.
  • Page 49 Contact the dealer or Panasonic for replacement of the battery. ≥ When the battery is replaced, your personal information will be deleted and settings will return to their default settings.
  • Page 50 Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. USA Only: Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental/ or call 1-888-769-0149. SQT0433 (ENG)
  • Page 51 ≥ Disassemble after the battery runs out. ≥ Wearing gloves is recommended during disassembly to prevent injury. ≥ If it cannot be removed smoothly, contact the dealer or Panasonic. ≥ Keep disassembled parts out of reach of children. Use a suction cap (commercially...
  • Page 52 Others When used during overseas travel etc. ∫ ≥ The usage of GPS etc., may be restricted depending on the country or the region. This unit has a GPS function, so check with the embassies or travel agencies etc. prior to your overseas travel regarding any restrictions on cameras with a built-in GPS function.

  • Page 53: Fcc Rf Exposure Information

    1.511 W/kg. For body-worn operation, this product has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Panasonic accessory designated for this product and when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the mobile device a minimum of 1.0 cm (0.033 feet) from the body.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Others Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: 3.8 V (when using the battery) 5.0 V/9.0 V (when using the supplied AC adaptor) Power Consumption: 3.1 W (When recording) 2.4 W (When playing back) Dimensions Approx.
  • Page 55 Others Outward Effective Approx. 20,100,000 pixels facing pixels camera Picture size Approx. 20,000,000 pixels (Max.) Zoom Still picture Max. 4k Motion Max. 4k pictures Image sensor 1q MOS sensor, total pixel number 20,900,000 pixels, Primary color filter Lens fl10.2 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm) F2.8 to F11 10 cm (0.33 feet) to ¶...
  • Page 56 Others Inward facing Effective Approx. 1,070,000 pixels camera pixels Picture size Approx. 920,000 pixels (Max.) Recording Still picture JPEG (based on “Exif 2.2” standard) file format Motion pictures [Audio compression format: AAC (2 ch)] Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural Operating temperature 5 oC to 35 oC (41 oF to 95 oF) Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH...
  • Page 57 , 50/60 Hz, 0.5 A Output ¢5 5.0 V 1.8 A, 9.0 V 1.8 A, 12.0 V 0.9 A (for Panasonic system) ¢5 When connected to the unit, the AC adaptor supports 5.0 V 1.8 A and 9.0 V 1.8 A. (ENG) SQT0433...

  • Page 58: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER YOU MAY CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT: 1-800-237-9080 (FAX ONLY) MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 SQT0433 (ENG)

  • Page 59: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (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 60 Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Corporation of North America 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
  • Page 61 Others As of November 2014 (ENG) SQT0433...
  • Page 62 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ≥ The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a ®...

  • Page 63: From The Home Screen

    GPL v2 or LGPL as published by the Free Software Foundation. At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic Corporation will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no...
  • Page 64 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 http://www.panasonic.com  Panasonic Corporation 2015 Printed in China...

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