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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX07K Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

DMC-FX07
Model No.
DMC-FX3
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Before connecting, operating or
adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    DMC-FX07 Model No. DMC-FX3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT0Y69...

  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Before Use Before Use 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...
  • Page 3 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FX07 DMC-FX3 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics...
  • Page 4 Before Use -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
  • Page 5 ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes as described below. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction. – When the camera is taken from the cold outdoors to the warm indoors.

  • Page 6: About The Mode Dial

    Before Use About the Mode Dial Adjust part A to the desired mode. Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. : Normal picture mode (P24) Use this mode for normal recording. : Macro mode (P48) This mode allows you to take a close-up picture of a subject.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use Information for Your Safety ... 2 About the Mode Dial ... 6 Preparation Standard Accessories ... 9 Names of the Components ... 10 Quick Guide ... 11 Charging the Battery with the Charger... 12 About the Battery (charging/number of recordable pictures) ...
  • Page 8 Message Display ... 104 Troubleshooting ... 106 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time ... 111 Specifications... 114 Digital Camera Accessory System ... 117 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)... 118 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only)... 119 Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ...

  • Page 9: Preparation

    “Digital Camera Accessory System”. (P117) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1 800 561-5505 for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

  • Page 10: Names Of The Components

    18 Lens barrel 19 [DIGITAL/AV OUT] socket (P91, 94, 98) MENU 20 [DC IN] socket (P91, 94) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even though the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional) is connected to it.

  • Page 11: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and playback pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. 1 Charge the battery. (P12) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped.

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery With The Charger

    Preparation Charging the Battery with the Charger The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. 1 Attach the battery with attention to the direction of the battery. 2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet.

  • Page 13: About The Battery (Charging/Number Of Recordable Pictures)

    (Approx. 160 min) Recording conditions by CIPA standard • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/ Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB). (supplied: DMC-FX07/ optional: DMC-FX3) • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.

  • Page 14: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    1 Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. OPEN LOCK • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S005A). 2 Insert: Insert the charged battery fully being careful about the direction you insert it.

  • Page 15: Inserting/Removing The Card

    • The card and the data may be damaged if it is inserted or removed while the camera is on. • We recommend using Panasonic’s SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card. Preparation VQT0Y69...

  • Page 16: About The Card

    When the switch is unlocked, these functions become available.) VQT0Y69 Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) • Refer to P111 for information about the number of recordable pictures and the available recording time for each card.

  • Page 17: About The Built-In Memory (Dmc-Fx3)

    About the Built-in Memory (DMC-FX3) • The built-in memory is only available in DMC-FX3. ∫ Built-in Memory [ You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. • The built-in memory capacity is about 13.5 MB.

  • Page 18: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ∫ Initial setting The clock is not set so the following screen appears when you turn the camera on. PLEASE SET THE CLOCK MENU CLOCK SET A: [MENU/SET] button B: Cursor buttons 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date and time.

  • Page 19: About The Setup Menu

    About the Setup Menu • Set items as required. (Refer to P20 to 23 for each menu item.) • Menu items differ depending on the mode selected with the mode dial (P6). The following example shows how to set [AUTO REVIEW] when normal picture mode [ ] is selected.
  • Page 20 Preparation [CLOCK SET] Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu MENU /SET and select the item to set. (P19) Change date and time. (P18) [WORLD TIME] Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu MENU /SET and select the item to set. (P19) The time at your home area is set.
  • Page 21 [POWER SAVE] Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu MENU /SET and select the item to set. (P19) [1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]: Power save mode is activated (the camera is automatically turned off to save the battery life) if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
  • Page 22 Preparation [NO.RESET] Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu MENU /SET and select the item to set. (P19) Set this when you want the file number of the next recording to start from 0001. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.) •...
  • Page 23 [TV ASPECT] (Playback mode only) Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu MENU /SET and select the item to set. (P19) Select this if connecting the camera to a 16:9 screen TV. Select this if connecting the camera to a 4:3 screen TV.

  • Page 24: Basic

    Basic Basic Taking Pictures The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. 1 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Select normal picture mode 2 Aim the AF area 1 to the point you want to focus on and then press the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 25 ∫ Tips for taking good pictures • Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Make sure the camera does not shake when you press the shutter button. •...
  • Page 26 Basic ∫ Focusing • The focus range is 50 cm (1.64 feet) to ¶. Use macro mode when recording close-up pictures. (P48) • If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.

  • Page 27: Taking Pictures In Simple Mode

    Taking Pictures in Simple Mode This mode allows beginners to take pictures easily. Only the basic functions appear in the menu to make operations simple. ∫ Basic menu settings 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the desired menu item and then press 1. SIMPLE MODE PICT.MODE ENLARGE...
  • Page 28 Basic ∫ Other Settings in Simple mode In simple mode, other settings are fixed as follows. For more information about each setting, refer to the page indicated. • Focus range: 30 cm (0.98 feet) to ¶ (Tele) 5 cm (0.16 feet) to ¶ (Wide) •...

  • Page 29: Taking Pictures With The Zoom

    Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom You can make people and subjects appear closer with the 3.6k (DMC-FX07)/ 3k (DMC-FX3) optical zoom and landscapes can be recorded in wide angle. (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 102 mm) (DMC-FX07)/(35 mm film camera equivalent: 35 mm to 105 mm) (DMC-FX3) ∫...
  • Page 30 Basic ∫ Extended optical zoom mechanism When you set the picture size to [ (3M EZ) (3 million pixels), the 7M (7 million pixels) (DMC-FX07)/ 6M (6 million pixels) (DMC-FX3) CCD area is cropped to the center 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.

  • Page 31: Using The Digital Zoom Further Extending The Zoom

    Using the Digital Zoom Further extending the zoom A maximum of 14.6k (DMC-FX07)/ 12k (DMC-FX3) zoom can be achieved with the 3.6k (DMC-FX07)/ 3k (DMC-FX3) optical zoom and the 4k digital zoom when [D.ZOOM] is set to [ON] in the [REC] mode menu. However, if a picture size that can use extended optical zoom is selected, a maximum of 21.9k (DMC-FX07)/16.4k (DMC-FX3) zoom can...

  • Page 32: Checking The Recorded Picture (Review)

    Basic Checking the Recorded Picture (Review) You can check the recorded pictures while still in [REC] mode. 1 Press 4 [REV]. REVIEW1X EXIT DELETE • The last recorded picture appears for about 10 seconds. • Review is canceled when the shutter button is pressed halfway or the 4 [REV] is pressed again.

  • Page 33: Playing Back Pictures

    Playing Back Pictures The picture data on the built-in memory appears when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted. (P17) (DMC-FX3) Press 2/1 to select the picture. 10:00 DEC. 1.2006 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture •...

  • Page 34: Deleting Pictures

    Basic Deleting Pictures The picture data on the built-in memory is deleted when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card is deleted when a card is inserted. (P17) (DMC-FX3) ∫ To delete a single picture 1 Select the picture with 2/1. 100 _ 0001 10:00 DEC.
  • Page 35 3 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press 4 to set. (Only when selecting [MULTI DELETE]) MULTI DELETE SELECT DELETE MARK/UNMARK EXIT • Repeat the above procedure. • [ ] appears on the selected pictures. If 4 is pressed again, the setting is canceled.

  • Page 36: Advanced

    Advanced Advanced About the LCD Monitor Changing the information displayed DISPLAY/LCD MODE A LCD monitor (LCD) Press [DISPLAY] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During playback zoom (P67), while playing back motion pictures (P68) and during a slide show (P79), you can only select “Normal display H”...
  • Page 37 ∫ Recording guide line When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed composition by viewing the size, the slope and the balance of the subject. ]: This is used when dividing the entire screen into 3k3 for taking pictures with a well-balanced...

  • Page 38: Brightening The Lcd Monitor (Power Lcd/High Angle Mode)

    Advanced Brightening the LCD Monitor (Power LCD/High angle mode) • If the mode dial is set [ LCD function only can be used. 1 Press [LCD MODE] for 1 second. DISPLAY/LCD MODE A LCD monitor (LCD) 2 Press 3/4 to select a mode. LCD MODE POWER LCD HIGH ANGLE...

  • Page 39: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash

    ∫ Canceling High angle mode or Power • If you press and hold [LCD MODE] again for 1 second the screen shown in step is displayed. Select [OFF] to cancel Power LCD mode or High angle mode. • High angle mode is also canceled if you turn the camera off or power save mode is activated.
  • Page 40 Advanced : AUTO The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. : AUTO/Red-eye reduction The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then activated again for the actual recording.
  • Page 41 ∫ The available flash range to take pictures The available flash range to take pictures depends on the ISO sensitivity selected. ISO sensitivity Available flash range [AUTO] 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 4 m (13.1 feet) (DMC-FX07) 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 4 m (13.1 feet) (DMC-FX3) 30 cm (0.98 feet) to...
  • Page 42 Advanced • The available flash range is an approximation. • Refer to P72 for the ISO sensitivity. • Refer to P26 for the focus range. • If ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or ] (DMC-FX07) when using the flash, it will be automatically increased to a maximum of [ISO400].

  • Page 43: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Taking Pictures with the Self-timer 1 Press 2 [ 2 Press 3/4 to select a mode. SELFTIMER 10 SEC. 2 SEC. SELECT • You can also press 2 [ 3 Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. •...

  • Page 44: Compensating The Exposure

    Advanced Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Under exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards VQT0Y69 1 Press 3 [ appears, compensate the...

  • Page 45: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

    Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures. 1 Press 3 [ ] several times until [AUTO BRACKET] appears, set...

  • Page 46: Optical Image Stabilizer

    Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer This mode detects jitter and compensates for it. 1 Press and hold the optical image stabilizer button A until [STABILIZER] appears. 2 Press 3/4 to select the stabilizer function mode and then press [MENU/SET]. STABILIZER MODE1 MODE2 MENU SELECT...

  • Page 47: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

    Taking Pictures using Burst Mode 1 Press and hold the burst mode button. 2 Press 3/4 to select a mode. BURST SHOOTING HIGH SPEED LOW SPEED UNLIMITED SELECT • You can also press the burst mode button to select. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. •...

  • Page 48: Taking Close-Up Pictures

    Advanced • The focus is fixed when the first picture is taken. • When the self-timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in burst mode is fixed to 3. • Burst mode is not canceled when the camera is switched off. •...

  • Page 49: Scene Mode

    Scene Mode When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. • Refer to P50 to 57 for each scene menu. 1 Press 3/4 to select the scene mode.

  • Page 50: [Portrait]

    Advanced [PORTRAIT] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) The person stands out from the background and has a healthier complexion. ∫ Technique for Portrait mode To increase the effectiveness of this mode: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele.

  • Page 51: [Night Portrait]

    • When taking pictures of a fast-moving subject indoors, the [ automatically increases the ISO sensitivity to prevent subject blur. (DMC-FX07) • The ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ (DMC-FX07) [NIGHT PORTRAIT] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode.

  • Page 52: [Self Portrait]

    Advanced [SELF PORTRAIT] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) This mode allows you to take pictures of yourself. ∫ Technique for Self portrait mode Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self-timer indicator lights up when you are brought into focus.

  • Page 53: [Candle Light]

    ∫ Technique for Party mode • Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P43) for taking pictures. • We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from the subject when taking pictures.

  • Page 54: [Starry Sky]

    Advanced [STARRY SKY] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject that you could not take in [NIGHT SCENERY] by making the shutter speed slower.

  • Page 55: [Aerial Photo] (Dmc-Fx07)

    [AERIAL PHOTO] (DMC-FX07) Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) This mode allows you to take pictures through an airplane window. ∫ Technique for Aerial photo mode • We recommend using this technique if it is difficult to focus when taking pictures of clouds etc.

  • Page 56: [Baby1]/[Baby2]

    Advanced [BABY1]/ [BABY2] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) This mode allows you to take pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When the flash is used, the light from it is weaker than usual.

  • Page 57: [Underwater]

    [UNDERWATER] Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] MENU /SET menu and select a scene mode. (P49) This mode stops pictures becoming blue underwater. Use the marine case (DMW-MCFX01; optional) when you want to take pictures underwater. AF LOCK ∫...

  • Page 58: Recording Which Day Of The Vacation You Take The Picture

    Advanced Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture If you set the departure date in advance, you can record which day of the vacation you take the picture. • When you play back a picture, the date on which it was taken is displayed.
  • Page 59 5 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date. TRAVEL DATE PLEASE SET THE DEPARTURE DATE. DEC 12 2006 SELECT EXIT 2/1: Select the desired item. 3/4: Set the year, month and date. 6 Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu. 7 Take a picture. 1ST DAY 10:00 DEC.

  • Page 60: Displaying The Time At The Travel Destination (World Time)

    Advanced Displaying the Time at the Travel Destination (World Time) If you set your home area and the travel destination area when traveling abroad etc., the local time at the travel destination area can be displayed on the screen and recorded on the pictures taken.
  • Page 61 ∫ Finishing setting the home area • If you are setting the home area for the first time, the screen returns to the screen shown in step 1 of “Setting the home area [HOME]” after you press [MENU/ SET] to set your home area. Press 2 to return to the screen shown in step then press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

  • Page 62: Location Candidates For World Time Settings

    Advanced Location candidates for World Time settings Offset from Midway Islands Hawaii Alaska Vancouver Denver Chicago Toronto Caracas -3:30 Newfoundland Rio de Janeiro Fernando de Noronha Azores London Berlin Helsinki Moscow +3:30 Tehran Dubai +4:30 Kabul Islamabad +5:30 Delhi +5:45 Kathmandu Dacca +6:30...

  • Page 63: Motion Picture Mode

    Motion Picture Mode 1 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to start recording. • When the subject is focused, the focus indication lights. • The focus, zoom and aperture value are fixed to the setting when recording starts (the first frame).
  • Page 64 • Depending on the type of SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card, recording may stop in the middle. VQT0Y69 • We recommend using Panasonic’s SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card. • Depending on the type of SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures.

  • Page 65: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

    Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) 1 Rotate the zoom lever towards ] [W] to display multiple screens. (Screen when 9 screens are displayed) DEC . 1.2006 CANCEL • : 1 screen>9 screens> 25 screens>Calendar screen display (P66) • Rotate the zoom lever towards [ to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 66: Displaying Pictures By Recording Date (Calendar Playback)

    Advanced Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) You can display pictures by recording date using the calendar playback function. 1 Rotate the zoom lever towards ] [W] to display the calendar screen. MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2006 MONTH •...

  • Page 67: Using The Playback Zoom

    Using the Playback Zoom 1 Rotate the zoom lever towards ] [T] to enlarge the picture. CANCEL DELETE • : 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • When you rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [W] after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. When you rotate the zoom lever towards [ ] [T], the magnification becomes higher.

  • Page 68: Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures With Audio

    Advanced Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures with Audio ∫ Motion pictures Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon [ ] and then press 4 to play back. 100 _ 0001 PLAY MOTION PICTURE 10:00 DEC. 1.2006 • The motion picture recording time A is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 69: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings Using the [REC] Mode Menu Increase the variety of pictures you can take by setting color effect, picture adjustment etc. • Set the mode dial to the desired recording mode. • Menu items differ depending on the mode selected with the mode dial (P6).

  • Page 70: [W.balance]

    Menu Settings [W.BALANCE] Adjusting the hue for a more natural picture Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P69) This function allows you to reproduce a white color close to real life in pictures recorded under sunlight, halogen lighting etc.
  • Page 71 ∫ Setting the white balance manually Use this to set the white balance manually. 1 Select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 72: [Sensitivity]

    Menu Settings [SENSITIVITY] Setting the light sensitivity Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P69) ISO is a measure of sensitivity to light. The higher the sensitivity is set, the less light is needed to take a picture so the camera becomes more suitable for recording in dark places.

  • Page 73: [Aspect Ratio]

    • If you select [ ], digital zoom, auto bracket and slow shutter cannot be used. (DMC-FX07) • Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided even if [ ] is selected. (DMC-FX07) •...

  • Page 74: [Pict.size]/[Quality] Setting A Picture Size And Quality That Match Your Use Of The Pictures

    Menu Settings [PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY] Setting a picture size and quality that match your use of the pictures Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P69) A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels.

  • Page 75: [Audio Rec.]

    • The number of pixels that can be selected differs depending on the aspect ratio. If you change the aspect ratio, set the picture size. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical Zoom”. This is a function which further extends the optical zoom ratio.

  • Page 76: [Af Mode]

    Menu Settings [AF MODE] Setting the focus method Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P69) Select the mode that matches the recording conditions and the composition. 9-area-focusing (DMC-FX07): The camera focuses on any of 9 focus areas.

  • Page 77: [Af Assist Lamp] Focusing In Low Light Conditions Becomes Easier

    [AF ASSIST LAMP] Focusing in low light conditions becomes easier Press [ ] to display the [REC] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P69) Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult.

  • Page 78: [Col.effect]

    Menu Settings • This should usually be set to [1/8 –] to take pictures. (When you select a slow shutter speed other than [1/8 –], [ the lower left of the screen.) • When the shutter speed is made slower using [SLOW SHUTTER], jitter is likely to occur.

  • Page 79: Using The [Play] Mode Menu

    Using the [PLAY] mode menu You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • Refer to P79 to 90 for each menu item. 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press 1.

  • Page 80: [Favorite]

    Menu Settings • The cursor displayed during a slide show A or while a slide show is paused B or during [MANUAL] slide show C is the same as 3/4/2/1. • Press 3 to pause the slide show. Press 3 again to cancel pause. •...

  • Page 81: [Rotate Disp.]/[Rotate] To Display The Picture Rotated

    2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. 3 Press 2/1 to select the picture then press 3. 10:00 DEC. 1.2006 • Repeat the above procedure. • If 3 is pressed while the [ icon A is displayed, [ the favorites setting is canceled. •...

  • Page 82: [Dpof Print]

    (P89) and then set the DPOF setting. (DMC-FX3) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE], [MULTI] or [CANCEL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot select [CANCEL] if there are no prints that have been set in the DPOF print settings.
  • Page 83 ∫ Single setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture to print and then press 3/4 to set the number of prints. DPOF SET THIS COUNT DATE SELECT EXIT • The number of prints icon [ appears. • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999.

  • Page 84: [Protect]

    Menu Settings • DPOF is an abbreviation of “Digital Print Order Format”. This feature allows you to write print information to media and then use the information on a DPOF-compliant system. • DPOF print setting is a convenient function when printing pictures with a printer that supports PictBridge.

  • Page 85: [Audio Dub.]

    ∫ Multi setting/To cancel all settings Perform the same operation as in “[DPOF PRINT] Setting the picture to print and the number of prints”. (P82 to 84) • If you press [MENU/SET] while canceling protection, the canceling will stop halfway. •...

  • Page 86: [Resize]

    Menu Settings [RESIZE] Making the picture smaller Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P79) This function is useful if you want to reduce the file size of a picture to attach it to an e-mail or upload it to a website.

  • Page 87: [Trimming]

    [TRIMMING] Enlarging a picture and trimming it Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P79) You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press 4.

  • Page 88: [Aspect Conv.]

    Menu Settings [ASPECT CONV.] Changing the aspect ratio of a 16:9 picture Press [ ] to display the [PLAY] mode MENU /SET menu and select the item to set. (P79) You can convert pictures taken with a ] aspect ratio to a [ aspect ratio.

  • Page 89: [Copy] (Dmc-Fx3) Copying The Picture Data

    MENU built-in memory (about 13.5 MB). • It may take time to copy the picture data. • Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a Panasonic digital camera, you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a PC.)

  • Page 90: [Format]

    • If the built-in memory (DMC-FX3) or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest servicenter. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca MENU...

  • Page 91: Connecting To Other Equipment

    Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. The software [LUMIX Simple Viewer] (for ® Windows ) in the CD-ROM (supplied) allows you to easily acquire pictures recorded with the camera to a PC, print them and send them by e-mail.
  • Page 92 Connecting to other equipment [Windows] The drive appears in the [My Computer] folder. • If you are connecting the camera to a PC for the first time, the required driver is installed automatically so that the camera can be recognized by “Windows Plug and Play”.
  • Page 93 ∫ Conditions under which a different folder number is used In the following cases, the picture is not recorded in the same folder as the previously recorded picture. It is recorded in a folder with a new number. 1 When the folder just recorded to contains a picture file with the number 999 in it (example: P1000999.JPG).

  • Page 94: Printing The Pictures

    Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures By connecting the camera directly to a printer supporting PictBridge via the USB connection cable (supplied), you can select the pictures to print and start printing on the camera’s screen. Set print settings such as the print quality on the printer beforehand.

  • Page 95: Single Picture

    • To print the age in [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P56) in scene mode or the departure date for [TRAVEL DATE] (P58), use the software [LUMIX Simple Viewer] in the CD-ROM (supplied) and print from the PC. For information about this, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection.
  • Page 96 Connecting to other equipment • [NUM. OF PRINTS] Set the number of prints. • [PAPER SIZE] (Paper sizes that can be set with this unit) The paper sizes are displayed on pages 1/2 and 2/2. Press 4 to select. Settings on the printer are prioritized.
  • Page 97 ∫ Setting the date printing with the DPOF print in advance We recommend setting DPOF date printing with [DPOF PRINT] (P83) in advance when the printer supports it. If you select [DPOF PICTURE], printing starts and the recording date is printed. ∫...

  • Page 98: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen

    Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ∫ Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) • Set the aspect of the TV on the camera. (P23) • Turn the camera and the TV off. 1 Connect the AV cable A (supplied) to the [AV OUT] socket on the camera.

  • Page 99: Others

    Others Screen Display 3 4 5 6 F2.8 1/25 A In recording 1 Recording mode (P24) 2 Flash mode (P39) 3 Burst (P47) : Audio recording (P63, 75) 4 White balance (P70) 5 ISO sensitivity (P72) 6 Focus (P24) 7 Picture size (P74) 8 Quality (P74) In Motion picture mode (P63) (16:9)
  • Page 100 Others B Recording in simple mode 1 Flash mode (P39) 2 Focus (P24) 3 Picture mode (P27) : Jitter alert (P26) 4 Battery indication (P13) 5 Number of recordable pictures 6 Access indication : Card (P16) : Built-in memory (P17: DMC-FX3) 7 Recording state 8 AF area (P24) 9 Travel date (P58)
  • Page 101 100 _ 0001 PLAY AUDIO F2.8 1/25 10:00 DEC. 1.2006 C In playback 1 Playback mode (P33) 2 Number of DPOF prints (P82) 3 Protected picture (P84) 4 Picture with audio/Motion pictures (P68) 5 Picture size (P74) 6 Quality (P74) In Motion picture mode (P68) (16:9) In Simple mode (P27)

  • Page 102: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use ∫ Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • We strongly recommend you do not leave the camera in your pants pocket when you sit down or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag etc.
  • Page 103 ∫ Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card. • The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted.

  • Page 104: Message Display

    Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS PROTECTED] The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are moved to [LOCK].
  • Page 105 [PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN] This message appears when the camera is not operating properly. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest servicenter. [MEMORY CARD ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD] •...

  • Page 106: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting If you return the menu settings to the initial settings at the time of purchase, the condition may improve. Select [RESET] in the [SETUP] menu. (P22) ∫ Battery and power source 1: The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
  • Page 107 7: The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. the ISO sensitivity increases.) –...
  • Page 108 3: The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the screen turns black. • Is the picture edited with a PC or recorded with a digital camera from another manufacturer? This may also happen if the battery is removed immediately after recording or if recording with a exhausted battery.
  • Page 109 ∫ TV, PC and printer 1: The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? • Set the TV input to external input mode. 2: The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different.
  • Page 110 Others ∫ Others 1: An unreadable language was selected by mistake. • Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ] and then select the [ icon to set the desired language. (P23) 2: The setting for the auto review function is disabled.

  • Page 111: Available Recording Time

    Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the subjects. ∫...
  • Page 112 Others Aspect ratio Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (DMC-FX3) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Card 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Aspect ratio Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (DMC-FX3) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Card...

  • Page 113: Available Recording Time

    Aspect ratio Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (DMC-FX3) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Card 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB ∫ Available recording time Aspect ratio Picture quality setting Built-in Memory (DMC-FX3) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB...

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Others Specifications Digital Camera: Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels: 7,200,000 pixels (DMC-FX07)/6,000,000 pixels (DMC-FX3) Image sensor: Lens: Digital zoom: Extended optical zoom: Max. 5.5k (DMC-FX07)/4.1k (DMC-FX3) Focus: Focus range: Shutter system: Burst recording Burst speed: Number of recordable...
  • Page 115 Exposure (AE): Metering mode: LCD monitor: Flash: Microphone: Speaker: Recording media: Picture size Still picture: Motion pictures: Quality: Recording file format Still Picture: Picture with audio: Motion pictures: Interface Digital: Analog video/audio: Program AE Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV) Multiple 2.5q low-temperature polycrystalline TFT LCD (DMC-FX07)/ 2.5q TFT LCD (DMC-FX3)
  • Page 116 Operating humidity: Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A11B): Input: Output: Equipment mobility: Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGA-S005A):Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: VQT0Y69 Dedicated jack (8 pin) Dedicated jack Approx. 94.1 mm (W)k51.1 mm (H)k24.2 mm (D) [3 11/16q (W)k2 (H)k15/16q (D)] (excluding the projecting part) Approx.

  • Page 117: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGA-S005A DMW-CXA1 DMW-CXH1 DMW-MCFX01 DMW-AC5 RP-SDR04GU1K RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDR02GU1A RP-SDK01GU1A RP-SDH01GU1A RP-SDR01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SDR512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SDR256U1A RP-SD128BU1A RP-SD064BPPA • Refer to P13 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable pictures. • NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.

  • Page 118: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF 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 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.

  • Page 119: Request For Service Notice

    (Failure to do 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 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Digital Camera Repair...

  • Page 120: Limited Warranty (For Usa Only)

    Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (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 new...
  • Page 121 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. 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 workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.

  • Page 122: Customer Services Directory

    Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site. Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 123: Index

    Others Index AC Adaptor ... 91, 94 Access Indication ... 17 Aerial Photo Mode ... 55 AF Assist Lamp ... 77 AF Mode ... 76 AF/AE Lock ... 25 Aspect Ratio ... 73 Aspect Ratio Conversion ... 88 Audio Dubbing ... 85 Audio Recording ...
  • Page 124 Others Operation Tone ... 21 Operation Tone Level ... 21 Operational Sound ... 21 Optical Image Stabilizer ... 46 Optical Zoom ... 29 PAL ... 22 Paper Size ... 96 Party Mode ... 52 PC ... 22, 91 PictBridge ... 22, 94 Picture Adjustment ...

  • Page 125: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Rápida En Español

    Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía rápida en español Ésta es una visión de conjunto que trata del procedimiento para grabar y reproducir las imágenes con la cámara. Cargue la batería. • Cuando se envía la cámara, la batería está sin carga. Cárguela antes del uso.
  • Page 126 MEMO VQT0Y69...
  • Page 127 VQT0Y69...
  • Page 128 QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under license. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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