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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC5PP Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DMC-LC5PP
Model No.
Before use, please read these
instructions completely.

Digital Camera

VQT9742

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Operating Instructions DMC-LC5PP Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. Digital Camera VQT9742...

  • 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. Information for Your Safety WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR...
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-LC5 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800- 272-7033 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 4: Usb Driver End User License Agreement

    USB Driver End User License Agreement You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Soft Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information for Your Safety ... 2 USB Driver End User License Agreement ... 4 Preparation Components... 7 Names of the Components ... 8 LCD Monitor Display ... 10 The Display ... 12 Quick Guide ... 13 Inserting the Battery ... 14 Charging the Battery ...
  • Page 6 The Menu Items ... 86 Cautions for Use ... 88 Warning Indication ... 92 Troubleshooting ... 93 Specifications ... 94 Digital Camera Accessory System... 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form... 97 Request for Service Notice ... 98 Limited Warranty ... 99 Warranty ...

  • Page 7: Components

    Components Before using your camera, check the contents. SD Memory Card (32 MB) RP-SD032 Battery Pack CGR-S602A AC Adaptor DE-877B USB Connection Kit USB Connection Cable K1HA05CD0001 A/V Cable K1V204C20002 Strap VFC3781 Lens Cap VYK0B77 Lens Cap String VFC3733 Monitor Hood VYC0878 Metal Plate CD-ROM...

  • Page 8: Names Of The Components

    Names of the Components [Front View] AF Sensor Optical Finder (P19) Flash Sensor (P34) Flash Self-timer Indicator (P35) Focus Dial (P55, P57) Lens [Up View] Display (P12) Hot Shoe (P60) Microphone (P36, P74) REC Mode Dial (P25) Operational Mode Dial (P25) Flash Mode Button (P33) Self-timer Button (P35) Shutter Button (P24)
  • Page 9 [Back View] [Left View] A / V DC IN [Bottom View] Strap Eyelet (P20) Dioptor Adjustment Dial (P19) Status Indicator (P23) Flash/Access Indicator (P18, P23) Optical Finder (P19) Button (P43, P44, P45, P46) Metering Mode Selection Button (P48) Power Switch (P19) DISPLAY Button (P23) Memory Card Door (P17) Cursor (3/4/2/1) Buttons...

  • Page 10: Lcd Monitor Display

    LCD Monitor Display [In recording] [In recording] REC mode : AUTO (P28) : Program AE (P39) : Aperture-priority AE (P40) : Shutter-priority AE (P41) : Manual exposure (P42) : Motion image mode (P30) Flash mode (P33) : AUTO : AUTO/Red-eye reduction Forced ON Forced ON/Red-eye reduction...
  • Page 11 [In playback] White balance (P50) No: AUTO : Daylight : Cloudy : Halogen : Fluorescent : Flash : White set Zoom (P31, P32) (digital zoom area: Self-timer mode (P35) : 2 seconds : 10 seconds : Spot metering indication (P48) : Spot focus area (P53) : Focus area (P28) Exposure assist (P42)

  • Page 12: The Display

    The Display The displayed contents are the same as those indicated on the LCD monitor. Read page P10, P11. Flash mode (P33) Audio REC (P36) Battery indicator (P15) (When using AC adaptor, this is not displayed) Manual focus (P57) (When using AF, this is not displayed) Spot AF (P53) (When using MF, this is not...

  • Page 13: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide PU SH TO EJ EC Prepare following items. • Camera • Battery • Memory card • AC adaptor Check that the power switch is set to [OFF]. Insert the battery into the camera. (P14) Connect the AC adaptor to the camera, in order to charge the battery.

  • Page 14: Inserting The Battery

    Inserting the Battery [Inserting] [Removing] [Preparation] • Set the power switch to [OFF]. Rotate the lever towards the [OPEN] direction to open the battery door. Insert the battery all the way in, until it is locked. Close the battery door and rotate the lever towards the [CLOSE] direction.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery ª Battery indicator The remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor. (This is not displayed when using AC adaptor) : The battery power is sufficient : The remaining power is a little low : The remaining power is low : Replace or recharge the battery Set the power switch to [OFF].

  • Page 16: Connecting To An Electrical Outlet

    ª Charging time and available recording time It records once at intervals of 30 seconds. Frash fires 1 time to 2 times. When the supplied 32 MB SD memory card is used) Supplied battery pack A Charging time B Continuous recording time (recordable number) ª...

  • Page 17: Inserting The Card

    • If the card cannot be fully inserted, verify whether the direction of the card is correct. • We recommend you to use Panasonic brand card. (Use only the genuine card)
  • Page 18 ª Access to the card When you access the card, the red flash/access indicator 1 lights at quick intervals. When the flash/access indicator lights, do not remove the battery, open the memory card door, or pull out the card. The card and the card contents may be destroyed and the camera may not operate normally.

  • Page 19: Turning Power On/Off

    Turning Power on/off • When switching the power on/off, do not put any obstacle in front of the lens. • When the operational mode dial is set to the REC mode and the power switch is set to [ON] without removing the lens cap, this message is displayed: “REMOVE LENS CAP AND PRESS SET BUTTON”.

  • Page 20: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Attaching the Lens Cap Open with the supplied metal plate 2 the triangular metal top of the strap and attach it to the eyelet 1 of the camera. Attach the strap to the other side of the camera in the same way. When you are not recording, protect the lens surface by attaching the supplied lens cap.

  • Page 21: Attaching The Monitor Hood

    Attaching the Monitor Hood If you record outdoors and the sunlight is strong, it is difficult to see the LCD monitor. In this case, by attaching the supplied monitor hood, you can see well. Let the monitor hood slide in the direction of the arrow, aligning its top with the optical finder base 1.

  • Page 22: Using The Tripod

    Using the Tripod When using the tripod (VZ-CT55, optional), you can also take pictures with low shutter speed and zoom. Align the camera holder 2 to the tripod receptacle 1 of the camera and attach. Install the camera holder into the tripod.

  • Page 23: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor DISPLAY • Only in REC mode settings are kept, even if you turn the power off. • When setting the digital zoom to [ON], the display of the LCD monitor is not set to off. • When setting the auto review to [ON], it is available even if the display of the LCD monitor is set to off.

  • Page 24: The Shutter Button (Pressing Halfway/Pressing Fully)

    The Shutter Button (Pressing halfway/Pressing fully) The shutter button is pressed in 2 steps: “pressing halfway” and “pressing fully”. Pressing halfway (Press lightly) A • Focus and exposure are locked. Pressing fully (Press all the way) B • The picture is captured in the card. In motion image mode, the recording starts.

  • Page 25: The Operational Mode Dial And The Rec Mode Dial

    The Operational Mode Dial and the REC Mode Dial ª REC mode dial 2 You can choose among 6 REC modes, as shown below. : AUTO (P28) When taking pictures, the shutter speed and the aperture value are automatically adjusted. : Program AE (P39) When taking pictures, the shutter speed and the aperture value are automatically adjusted.

  • Page 26: Operating The Menu

    Operating the Menu SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT By operating the menu it is possible to set the settings REC or playback mode. It is also possible to set the date and time, the operational sound, the shutter sound and various other settings.

  • Page 27: Setting The Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set) SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO.RESET CLOCK SET SELECT EXIT CLOCK SET EXIT SELECT It is possible to set the year from 2001 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to make the setup menu appear.

  • Page 28: Taking Pictures (Auto Mode)

    Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode) • When power saving time is set, if you do not operate the camera, it is automatically turned off at the set time. To operate the camera again, turn the power switch first to [OFF] and then to [ON], or press the shutter button. (P81) •...

  • Page 29: Checking The Last Picture (Review)

    Checking the Last Picture (Review) REVIEW DELETE REVIEW DELETE DELETE THIS DELETE THIS PICTURE? SELECT : SET : After taking a picture, when auto review (P79) is set to [ON], the captured picture is displayed on the LCD monitor for about 2 seconds, but you can also check the picture by following the methods shown below.

  • Page 30: Recording Motion Images

    Recording Motion Images • The remaining time displayed on the LCD monitor is an approximation. • It is not possible to record motion images without audio. • If using the MultiMediaCard, after recording motion images, the screen may appear grey, but this is not a malfunction. •...

  • Page 31: Using The Optical Zoom

    Using the Optical Zoom With this function, you can make people and subjects closer, and landscapes can be captured in wide angle, with the 3 times optical zoom. (P25) [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the size with the zoom lever.

  • Page 32: Using The Digital Zoom

    Using the Digital Zoom SET UP AUTO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALTY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT: It is possible to further magnify a subject already magnified 3 times with the optical zoom by 2 more times, with the digital zoom, thereby reaching a maximum of 6 times.

  • Page 33: Taking Pictures With The Built-In Flash

    Taking Pictures with the Built-in Flash [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Press [ • Every time you press, the available settings will appear as shown below. (There are settings that cannot be set according to the REC mode.
  • Page 34 • The available flash range is about 30 cm - 4.5 m at a maximum wide angle and about 30 cm - 3.5 m at a maximum telephoto setting. (In macro mode, at a maximum wide angle setting it is about 10 cm - 50 cm, at a maximum telephoto setting it is about 20 cm - 50 cm) •...

  • Page 35: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Taking Pictures with the Self-timer • In AUTO mode [ ], you can only set to 10 seconds [ • In motion image mode [ • In burst mode [ ], the self-timer setting covers only the first picture. When you set the self-timer, the picture is automatically taken after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).

  • Page 36: Taking Pictures With Audio

    Taking Pictures with Audio SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT : You can take a picture with audio for 5 seconds. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to set to [AUDIO REC.]. Press 2/1 to set to [ON].

  • Page 37: Changing The Picture Size

    Changing the Picture Size SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT : EXIT • In motion image mode [ • The smaller you set the picture size, the more pictures you can store on the memory card. In addition, a small data volume allows you attach the picture to an e-mail or post it on a web site more easily.

  • Page 38: Changing The Quality (Data Compression Ratio)

    Changing the Quality (Data Compression Ratio) SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT : Approx.160 s • In AUTO mode [ • In motion image mode [ • It could happen that pictures are like a mosaic depending on the scene characteristics.

  • Page 39: Taking Pictures With Program Ae Mode

    Taking Pictures with Program AE Mode • When taking pictures in dark places, as the exposure time becomes longer and it is difficult to stabilize the camera, the use of a tripod is recommended. If the aperture value is not properly set, the color of the F and the shutter •...

  • Page 40: Taking Pictures With Aperture-Priority Ae

    Taking Pictures with Aperture-priority AE • The available setting range of the aperture value is from F2.0 to F8.0. • The aperture value can change according to zoom position. • It is not possible to select ISO sensitivity [AUTO]. • If the aperture value is not properly set, the color of the F and the shutter speed values becomes red.

  • Page 41: Taking Pictures With Shutter-Priority Ae

    Taking Pictures with Shutter-priority AE • In shutter-priority AE mode [ listed below. Slow sync./red-eye reduction [ [AUTO] ISO sensitivity (P52) • The available setting range of the shutter speed is from 8 to 1/1000. • When the shutter speed is slow, the use of tripod is recommended. •...

  • Page 42: Taking Pictures With Manual Exposure Setting

    Taking Pictures with Manual Exposure Setting • In manual exposure mode [ Slow sync./red-eye reduction [ Exposure compensation (P43) [AUTO] ISO sensitivity (P52) • The available setting range of the aperture value is from F2.0 to F8.0. • The available setting range of the shutter speed is from 8 to 1/1000. •...

  • Page 43: Compensating The Exposure

    Compensating the Exposure EXPOSURE EXIT: Shutter speed Aperture value 8 - 1/500 2.0 - 8.0 1/750 5.6 - 8.0 1/1000 • When the shutter speed is faster than 1/500, the range of aperture value which is possible to compensate exposure will be limited. (A) •...

  • Page 44: Taking Pictures With Auto (Ae) Bracket

    Taking Pictures with Auto (AE) Bracket AUTO BRACKET 3 FRAMES AUTO BRACKET 3 FRAMES • In AUTO mode [ • Setting quality to TIFF [ • Setting quality to fine [ • When flash fires, you can take only 1 picture. Pressing the shutter button once, the camera will automatically take 3 (or 5) pictures changing exposure according to...

  • Page 45: Taking Pictures With Focus Bracket

    Taking Pictures with Focus Bracket FOCUS BRACKET 3 FRAMES EXIT : FOCUS BRACKET 3 FRAMES EXIT: • In AUTO mode [ ], you cannot record using focus bracket. • Setting quality to TIFF [ • Setting quality to fine [ •...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Adjusting the Flash Output FLASH • In AUTO [ ] or motion image [ flash output. It is possible to adjust the flash output. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Press the [ select [ Press 2/1 to set the flash output.

  • Page 47: Using The Af/Ae Lock

    Using the AF/AE Lock If the subject is out of the AF target or the focus area and you press the shutter button, the subject’s focus is not adjusted. After locking focus and exposure (AF/AE lock), you can take a clear picture with adjusted focus.

  • Page 48: Selecting The Metering Modes

    Selecting the Metering Modes • When taking pictures with spot mode [ monitor. • When recording in AUTO [ set to multiple. The camera is usually set to multiple [ but it is possible to switch to center weighted [ ] or spot [ [Preparation] •...

  • Page 49: Picture Adjustment (Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation)

    Picture Adjustment (Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation) SETUP QUALITY D.ZOOM SLOW SYNC. EXT.FLASH CONVERSION PICT.ADJ. EXIT SELECT: PICT.ADJ. CONTRAST STD. HIGH SHARPNESS STD. SATURATION STD. SELECT: EXIT • When recording in AUTO [ to adjust quality. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial.

  • Page 50: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance SETUP W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY SELECT: • In AUTO mode [ With the auto white balance you can automatically adjust the natural color tone, but in some particular situations, depending on light and environment conditions, you cannot do it and you have to adjust the white balance manually.
  • Page 51 SETUP W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY SELECT: EXIT WHITE SET FRAME THE CAMERA AT THE WHITE SURFACE AND PRESS SHUTTER CANCEL Here the white set mode of white balance is explained. [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial.

  • Page 52: Setting Iso Sensitivity

    Setting ISO Sensitivity SETUP W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY SELECT: • In aperture-priority AE [ ] mode, it is not possible to set to [AUTO] ISO sensitivity. • In AUTO[ ] or motion image [ ISO sensitivity is a value that corresponds to the sensitivity to light.

  • Page 53: Using The Spot Af

    Using the Spot AF SETUP W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY SELECT: EXIT • In AUTO [ ] or motion image [ the spot AF. You can record a subject focused in its single part with a smaller focus area than usual.

  • Page 54: Taking Pictures With 2Nd Curtain Synchro

    Taking Pictures with 2nd Curtain Synchro SETUP SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SLOW SYNC. SELECT: When recording with normal flash and setting to 1st curtain, as the flash fires the shutter curtain is simultaneously opened. When recording a moving subject and setting to 2nd curtain, the flash fires just before the shutter curtain is closed.

  • Page 55: Taking Pictures With Macro Mode

    Taking Pictures with Macro Mode • In motion image mode [ • When selecting the macro mode, optical finder functionality is limited. Use the LCD monitor. • If recording in AUTO [ F4.0 to F8.0. • If you use the close-up lens (DMW-LC52, optional), you can record from a shorter distance.

  • Page 56: Taking Pictures With Burst Mode

    Taking Pictures with Burst Mode By continuously pressing the shutter button, it is possible to record in burst mode. (4 frames/second maximum of 8 frames) [Preparation] • Set the operational mode dial and REC mode dial. (P25) Set the operational mode dial to burst mode [ Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus, then press it fully to...

  • Page 57: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus

    Taking Pictures with Manual Focus • In motion image mode [ motion image recording starts, the focus is locked. • When focus is adjusted in wide angle mode, focus cannot be adjusted properly in close-up mode. • Even when adjusting focus in tele mode, after operating zoom, it could happen that focus is not adjusted.

  • Page 58: Using The Conversion Lens

    Using the Conversion Lens SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT: Using the tele conversion lens (DMW- LT52, optional), it is possible to zoom in much more; using the wide conversion lens (DMW-LW52, optional), it is possible to widen much more. (When attaching the conversion lens to the camera, the conversion lens adaptor (DMW-LA1) is necessary)
  • Page 59 Attach the conversion lens adaptor Install the tele conversion lens B or the wide conversion lens A. • In motion image mode [ to use the conversion lens (optional). • When attaching the tele conversion lens and rotating the zoom lever towards W, a vignetting effect occurs.

  • Page 60: Using The External Flash

    Using the External Flash SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SLOW SYNC. EXT.FLASH SELECT: When attaching the external flash (DMW- FL28, optional), it is possible to record from further distances as compared to built-in flash in dark places. Install the external flash on the hot shoe.
  • Page 61 • In AUTO mode [ ], [MANUAL] mode cannot be selected. • When selecting [MANUAL] in external flash mode, set the REC mode dial to the aperture-priority AE [ aperture value with the camera, even on the flash side. (As the aperture value changes in shutter-priority AE mode [ the correct exposure.

  • Page 62: Playback

    Playing Back Still Pictures • This camera is based on the DCF standards (Design rule for Camera File system) which were established by the Japan Electronic Industry Technology Association (JEITA). • The file format that can be played back with this camera is JPEG. (There are also pictures that cannot be played back in JPEG format) •...

  • Page 63: Playing Back Still Pictures With Audio

    Playing Back Still Pictures with Audio PLAY AUDIO: PLAY SETUP MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. CLOCK SET VIDEO OUT NTSC SELECT: EXIT Set the operational mode dial to playback [ Press 2/1 to select the file with ] 2. audio icon [ By pressing the [REVIEW/SET] button, audio is played back.

  • Page 64: Images Multi Playback

    9 Images Multi Playback SELECT: CANCEL: SELECT: CANCEL: It is possible to display 9 images at once. [Preparation] Set the operational mode dial to playback During playback, rotate the zoom lever towards [ • Multi playback (9 frames) starts. Press 3/4/2/1 to select images. •...

  • Page 65: Using The Playback Zoom

    Using the Playback Zoom CANCEL: DELETE: • In motion image playback, it is not possible to magnify. • The more the zoom magnification increases, the more the picture quality deteriorates. • The playback zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipments.

  • Page 66: Playing Back Motion Images

    Playing Back Motion Images PLAY MOTION IMAGE: • When playing back motion images that have been recorded with other equipments, the quality of images may be deteriorated and images may not be played back. • The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG.

  • Page 67: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images PLAY SETUP DELETE SINGLE PROTECT MULTI SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE SELECT: EXIT DELETE THIS DELETE CANCEL DELETE MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: MARK/UNMARK: SET: Images recorded on the card can be deleted. Once deleted, images cannot be recovered. [Preparations] •...
  • Page 68 Deleting Images (Continued) PLAY SETUP DELETE SINGLE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE SELECT: DELETE ALL DELETE ALL PICTURES? SELECT: [Delete all images] Once deleted, images cannot be recovered. Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE] and then press 1.

  • Page 69: Writing The Print Information In The Card (Dpof Setting)

    Writing the Print Information in the Card (DPOF Setting) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SINGLE SLIDE SHOW MULTI AFTER DUB. CANCEL INDEX RESIZE SELECT: EXIT DPOF SET THIS SELECT: SET: EXIT: DPOF SET THIS SELECT: SET: COUNT: EXIT: It is possible to write information (DPOF data) on the card about the images that you want to print and the number of sheets.
  • Page 70 Writing the Print Information in the Card (DPOF Setting) (Continued) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE SELECT: DPOF SET MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: COUNT: DPOF SET MULTI SELECT: CANCEL: COUNT: [Multi copy setting/to cancel] It is possible to set up to 50 images all at once.
  • Page 71 PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SINGLE SLIDESHOW MULTI AFTER DUB. CANCEL RESIZE INDEX SELECT: SET: EXIT: CANCEL ALL DPOF CANCEL ALL DPOF SETTINGS? SELECT: SET: DPOF INDEX SET INDEX PRINT? SELECT: SET: [To cancel all settings] A Press the [MENU] button. Press 3/4 to select [DPOF] and then press 1.

  • Page 72: Protecting Images On The Card

    Protecting Images on the Card PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE SELECT: SET: • Even if an image is protected, it will be erased in case of formatting. • When trying to delete a protected file, these messages are displayed “THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED”...

  • Page 73: Playing Back With Slide Show (Automatic Playback)

    Playing Back with Slide Show (Automatic Playback) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. DPOF RESIZE SELECT: SET: EXIT: ALL SLIDE SHOW SLIDE SHOW DURATION 1SEC. AUDIO SELECT: SET: CANCEL: ALL SLIDE SHOW START SLIDE SHOW STOP: All pictures selected in the card can be played back one-by-one automatically.

  • Page 74: Adding Audio To Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing)

    Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE SELECT: AFTER DUB. CANCEL START: AFTER DUB. STOP : It is possible to add a 10-second narration to a recorded picture. [Preparations] • Set the operational mode dial to playback •...

  • Page 75: Resize The Recorded Pictures

    Resize the Recorded Pictures PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE EXIT SELECT: RESIZE RESIZE CANCEL It is possible to reduce the recorded picture size. We recommend that you use this setting in particular if you want to reduce the volume of the picture data in order to use it as an attachment on e-mail or in a web site.

  • Page 76: Trimming The Recorded Pictures

    Trimming the Recorded Pictures PLAY SETUP PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE TRIMMING SELECT: TRIMMING CANCEL TRIMMING TRIMMING: CANCEL It is possible to cut off the unnecessary parts of the picture (trimming), and enlarge the remainder. [Preparations] • Set the operational mode dial to playback •...

  • Page 77: Formatting The Card

    Trimming the Recorded Pictures (Continued) • You cannot operate trimming on pictures recorded with other equipments. • Motion images or TIFF pictures cannot be trimmed and enlarged. • Trimming is not possible for pictures with audio or pictures with a size of [640 a 480] pixels.

  • Page 78: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor Brightness

    Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: • When turning the power off, the LCD monitor brightness is returned. Press the [MENU] button. Press 1 to open the setup menu. Press 3/4 to select [MONITOR].

  • Page 79: Using The Auto Review

    Using the Auto Review SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT • In burst mode [ ], auto bracket or focus bracket, only the first recorded picture is displayed. • Although setting the auto review to [ON], it is not available in motion image mode [ •...

  • Page 80: Setting Up The Operational Sound

    Setting up the Operational Sound SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: BEEP BEEP LEVEL SHUTTER SELECT: SET It is possible to set the electronic shutter sound when the shutter button is pressed all the way and set the sound volume when the shutter button is pressed halfway and when the menu operations are done.

  • Page 81: Setting Up The Power Save Mode

    Setting up the Power Save Mode SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. 5 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: EXIT • If you want to cancel the power save mode, turn the power switch to [ON] again after turning it to [OFF], or press the shutter button. •...

  • Page 82: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: NUMBER RESET RESET FILE NO. IN THE CAMERA? SELECT: As the file numbers are recorded sequentially by the camera side, when you use some cards, it could happen that the file numbers on your cards are not in order.

  • Page 83: Playing Back Images With Tv Monitor

    Playing Back Images with TV Monitor Yellow: to the video in socket White: to the audio in socket ª Viewing images in other countries When setting [VIDEO OUT] on the menu, you can view images on the TV in other countries (regiones) which is used NTSC or PAL system. •...

  • Page 84: After Use

    After Use After using the camera and after following steps, it is recommended to place it in the optional soft case, in order to preserve it. Turn the power switch to [OFF]. (P19) Eject the card. (P17) Remove the monitor hood. (P21) PU SH TO EJ EC Remove the battery.

  • Page 85: Connecting To Pc

    Connecting to PC [Preparation] ® Only if using Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, start the supplied CD from PC and install the USB driver. Connect the camera to PC via the supplied USB cable. After inserting the memory card into the camera, set the operational mode dial to playback [ turn the power switch to [ON].

  • Page 86: The Menu Items

    The Menu Items SETUP AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM CONVERSION SELECT: SETUP W.BALANCE SENSITIVITY SPOT AF AUDIO REC. PICT.SIZE QUALITY D.ZOOM SLOW SYNC. EXT.FLASH CONVERSION PICT.ADJ. SELECT: SETUP CONVERSION SELECT: SETUP MONITOR AUTO REVIEW BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. NO. RESET CLOCK SET SELECT: REC mode menu...

  • Page 87: Playback Mode Menu

    The Menu Items (Continued) PLAY SETUP DELETE PROTECT DPOF SLIDE SHOW AFTER DUB. RESIZE TRIMMING FORMAT SELECT: PLAY SETUP MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE 2 MIN. CLOCK SET VIDEO OUT NTSC SELECT: EXIT Playback mode menu • For items without number, refer to those with the same name.

  • Page 88: Cautions For Use

    Keep the digital camera away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). • If you use the digital camera on or near a TV, images and sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
  • Page 89 • Before cleaning the camera, detach the battery or pull out the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet. • Wipe the digital camera with a soft dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterward finish wiping with a dry cloth.
  • Page 90 LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. • If the digital camera is extremely cold when you turn the power on, the image on the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.
  • Page 91 • Be sure to keep the lens ring attached to the digital camera so as to shut out unnecessary light. ª SD Slide Show If setting the SD slide show with the [SD Viewer for DSC] which is in the supplied CD-ROM, when playing back, the message “START SD...

  • Page 92: Warning Indication

    Warning Indication [NO MEMORY CARD] Insert the memory card. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED] Cancel the memory card lock. [MEMORY CARD DOOR OPEN] Close the memory card door. [NO VALID IMAGE TO PLAY] Carry out playback after recording or after inserting the memory card where there is the recorded image.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Charge the battery or replace it with charged one. 2-2: Has condensation occurred? Carrying the digital camera from a cold place to a warm place could cause condensation form inside the camera. Wait until condensation disappears.

  • Page 94: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera Power Source: Power Consumption: Effective number of pixels 3.9 M Image sensor Lens Digital zoom Focus Recording range Shutter system Burst recording Motion image recording ISO sensitivity Shutter speed White balance Exposure (AE) Metering mode LCD monitor...
  • Page 95 Terminal Analog video/audio DC IN Dimensions (W a H a D) 5.01 a 3.23 a 2.50 inch / 127.5 a 82 a 63.4 mm Weight AC adaptor (Panasonic DE-877B) information for your safety Input USA&CANADA 120 V, Foreign Output Battery pack (lithium-ion)

  • Page 96: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGR-S602A/1B DMW-FL28 DMW-LA1 DMW-LW52 DMW-LT52 DMW-LC52 DMW-LMC52 RP-SDH512 RP-SDH256 RP-SDH128 RP-SD064 RP-SD032 RP-SD016 RP-SD008 BN-SDCAPU/1B BN-SDABPU/1B *Please refer to page P16, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. *NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.

  • Page 97: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information on Accessories.

  • Page 98: Request For Service Notice

    (Failure to due so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Digital Camera Repair...

  • Page 99: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with...
  • Page 100 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service (as applicable) in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.

  • Page 101: Warranty

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 102 For product repairs, please contact one of the following: • Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you. • Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or www.panasonic.ca • A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below: Richmond, British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc.

  • Page 103: Servicenter List

    Westwood, MA 02090 3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood, FL 33020 Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infantera, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787)750-4300 Fax (787)768-2910 MINNESOTA...

  • Page 104: Index

    Index ...47 AF/AE Lock ...40 Aperture-priority AE ...74 Audio Dubbing ...28 AUTO Mode ...79 Auto Review ...44 Auto (AE) Bracket ...33 Built-in Flash ...56 Burst Mode ...27 Clock Set ...89 Condensation ...58 Conversion Lens ...32 Digital Zoom ...69 DPOF ...60 External Flash ...82 File Number...

  • Page 105: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido PU SH TO EJ EC Prepare las siguientes piezas. • Cámara • Batería • Tarjeta de memoria • Adaptador AC Verifique que el interruptor de alimentación esté en [OFF]. Inserte la batería en la cámara. Para cargar la batería, conecte el adaptador AC a la cámara.
  • Page 106 Memo...
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  • Page 108 Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123 Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company ("PSC")

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