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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ30 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Digital camera model no. dmc-tz30; dmc-tz27
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Basic Operating Instructions

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 disc. Install it on your PC to read it.
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EB
Model No.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Digital Camera

DMC-TZ30
DMC-TZ27
VQT4B83
M0212KZ0

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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 disc. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT4B83 M0212KZ0...

  • 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: Cautions For Use

    (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (9.8 feet) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 4 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...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ..2 Taking pictures ......16 Before use ........6 Taking motion pictures ....17 Standard accessories ....7 Viewing your pictures Names and Functions of [Normal Play] ......19 Main Parts ........9 Deleting pictures ......19 Touch operations ......10 GPS and map functions Inserting and removing the ........20 DMC-TZ30...

  • Page 6: Before Use

    Before use ■ Camera handling ● Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the camera. ■...

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of January 2012. Battery pack DMC-TZ30 DMW-BCG10E VFF0975 • Charge the battery before use. • Software: Battery pack is indicated as Use it to install the software battery pack or battery in the on your PC.

  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    • For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 • For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK • Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.,...

  • Page 9: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button Mode dial Flash Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp Lens barrel Lens Zoom lever DMC-TZ30 Built-in GPS antenna DMC-TZ30 GPS status indicator Microphone Speaker [EXPOSURE] button Motion picture button DMC-TZ30 REC/PLAY switch [MAP] button [HDMI] socket LCD monitor...

  • Page 10: Touch Operations

    Touch operations This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen. Touch To “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull the finger back again. Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions.

  • Page 11: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10E). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● We recommend using a Panasonic Memory card. (ENG) VQT4B83...

  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)). • Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery.

  • Page 13: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set REC/PLAY switch to before turning the camera on. Turn the camera on ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set...
  • Page 14 Setting the clock When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] Press to set your home area and press [MENU/SET] The current time and home area are set. ■ To change the time setting Select [Clock Set] from [Rec] or [Setup] menu, perform VQT4B83 (ENG)

  • Page 15: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Example: Setting [AF Mode] from in the [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Switching to the [Rec] menu Use cursor button to select [Rec] and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 16: Taking Pictures

    Taking pictures Shutter button Turn the camera on ( ) Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Set to the desired recording mode ■ Recording mode Take pictures with automatic settings. The subjects are recorded using your own settings. The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

  • Page 17: Taking Motion Pictures

    Taking motion pictures Recording mode: You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). Zoom can also be used during recording. Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Press the motion picture button ( ) to start recording Press the motion picture button ( ) again to end recording Remaining recording time (approx.) Elapsed recording time...
  • Page 18 Taking motion pictures ● We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power when recording motion pictures. ● Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it all the way. ● Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.

  • Page 19: Viewing Your Pictures [Normal Play]

    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Slide the REC/PLAY switch ( ) Drag your finger across the screen, and select the picture to be played back ● To play back a motion picture, touch or press after selecting a picture. ● You can print pictures by connecting a camera to your computer or printer, or by giving an SD card to a shop assistant at a photo shop.

  • Page 20: Gps And Map Functions

    GPS and map functions DMC-TZ30 Before using the camera, be sure to read “Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data” (Operating Instructions for advanced features). This camera can record the location information of a place where a picture was taken on the pictures. The camera can also automatically adjust the time or display a place where a picture was taken on a map during playback.

  • Page 21: Displaying The Status And Result Of Positioning

    ■ Displaying the status and result of positioning The icons that indicate the status and result of positioning will appear on the LCD monitor. When the camera successfully executes positioning, it records the current location and displays the place name information on the screen.
  • Page 22 GPS and map functions DMC-TZ30 Confirming the place where you took a picture using a map You can display a map showing the location where a picture was taken or your current location. ● If you copy the map data stored on the supplied DVD to a memory card, you can display more detailed maps.

  • Page 23: 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 disc. Install it on your PC to read it. To read the supplied DVD, use a DVD drive with single-sided dual layer support.

  • Page 24: Installing Supplied Software

    Installing supplied software This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorise these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used. • Before inserting the disc, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC Operating environment of PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.1 PE Windows XP (32 bit) SP3...

  • Page 25: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power When recording: 1.4 W Consumption When playing back: 1.1 W Camera effective 14,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33” MOS sensor, total pixel number 15,300,000 pixels Primary colour filter Lens Optical 20 x zoom [NANO SURFACE...
  • Page 26 Specifications LCD monitor 3.0” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 460,800 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) / Touch screen Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 12 MB) DMC-TZ30 (Approx. 70 MB) DMC-TZ27 SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card Recording file format...
  • Page 27 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) temperature Operating 10%RH to 80%RH humidity AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0775): Information for your safety Input ~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V, 800 mA Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCG10E): Information for your safety Voltage / capacity 3.6 V / 895 mAh...
  • Page 28 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “AVCHD Progressive”, “AVCHD”, the “AVCHD Progressive” Logo and the “AVCHD” Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

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