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Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
DMC-FX77
Model No.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the
operation of this camera are
contained in "Operating
Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)" in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it
on your PC to read it.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
VQT3G26
EB
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Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT3G26... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. -
Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
Caution for AC mains lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. -
Page 4: About The Battery Pack
∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. • Do not heat or expose to flame. •... -
Page 5: Cautions For Use
∫ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) •... - Page 6 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety ... 2 Accessories... 8 Names of the Components ... 10 How to Use the Touch Panel ... 12 Charging the Battery ... 14 • Charging ... 14 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ... 15 About the Built-in Memory/the Card ... -
Page 8: Accessories
Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change. Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. Battery Charger (Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text) -
Page 9: Optional Accessories
SD Memory Card 2 GB: RP-SDN02GE1A ¢ The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. -
Page 10: Names Of The Components
Names of the Components Flash Lens Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp Touch panel/LCD monitor Speaker Microphone Camera ON/OFF switch Motion picture button Shutter button 10 Zoom lever VQT3G26 (ENG) 9 10... - Page 11 When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC10; optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E; optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC Mains Lead supplied with the AC adaptor.
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Page 12: How To Use The Touch Panel
How to Use the Touch Panel This touch panel is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen To touch and release the touch panel. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch panel. •... - Page 13 Note • If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) • Apply a little extra pressure when touching if you have a commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it is not responding well.
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Page 14: Charging The Battery
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. -
Page 15: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures
Normal Picture Mode • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].) -
Page 16: About The Built-In Memory/The Card
¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Note • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. -
Page 17: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCK7E). -
Page 18: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. Touch [Clock Set]. Touch the items you wish to set (Year/Month/Day/Hours/ Minutes), and set using [3]/[4]. • Touch [ ] to cancel the date and time settings without setting a date and time. -
Page 19: Selecting The [Rec] Mode
Basic Selecting the [Rec] Mode Touch [ Touch the mode icon. ∫ List of [Rec] Modes Normal Picture Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode ¦ The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Scene Mode Û... -
Page 20: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function ( Ñ : Intelligent Auto Mode)
ñ [Rec] Mode: Taking pictures using the automatic function ñ The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Touch [ Touch [ Press the shutter button halfway... -
Page 21: Scene Detection
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red. > [i-Portrait] ¦ [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] [i-Night Scenery] [i-Sunset] [i-Baby] •... -
Page 22: Recording Motion Pictures
ñ·¿ [Rec] Mode: Recording Motion Pictures This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in monaural. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time •... -
Page 23: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])
¸ [Playback] Mode: Playing Back Pictures Touch [ • The display switches to normal playback. Drag the screen horizontally. • After selecting the motion picture, touch [ to start playback. ¸ [Playback] Mode: Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. •... -
Page 24: Setting The Menu
Setting the Menu Touch [ Touch the menu icon. Touch the menu item. • Screen at right is an example of selecting [AF Mode] in [Rec] mode Menu. Touch the Settings. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. -
Page 25: Taking 3D Pictures (3D Photo Mode)
[Rec] mode: Taking 3D pictures Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two picutres selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will playback in 2D). -
Page 26: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). - Page 27 OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. • When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the [Show the contents of this folder] to display them.
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Page 28: Specifications
Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: Camera effective pixels Image sensor Lens Digital zoom Extra optical zoom Focus range Shutter system VQT3G26 (ENG) DC 5.1 V 1.6 W (When recording) 0.9 W (When playing back) 12,100,000 pixels 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,500,000 pixels,... - Page 29 Burst recording Burst speed Number of recordable pictures Hi-speed burst Burst speed Number of recordable pictures Minimum Illumination Shutter speed Exposure (AE) Metering mode LCD monitor Flash range Microphone Speaker Approx. 3.7 pictures/second Max. 7 pictures Approx. 10 pictures/second (Speed priority) Approx.
- Page 30 Recording media Recording file format Still Picture Motion pictures with audio Interface Digital Analogue video Audio Terminal [AV OUT/ DIGITAL] [HDMI] Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Mass Operating temperature Operating humidity VQT3G26 (ENG) Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB)/SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.3”...
- Page 31 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A92A): Information for your safety Input: Output: Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCK7E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A 4.2 V, 0.43 A 3.6 V/680 mAh (ENG) VQT3G26...
- Page 32 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.