Panasonic DMC-LS6 Operating Instructions

ENGLISH
Basic Operating
Instructions
Digital Camera
DMC-LS6
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.
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© Panasonic Corporation 2012
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.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material
for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for
the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED
WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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About the batteries
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.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight
for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
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Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic
fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery. Then reinsert the
battery and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
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For the United Kingdom and Ireland customers
(Sales and Support Information)
Customer Communications Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
• 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.,
Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at
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• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by
Panasonic UK.
• It couldn't be simpler!
• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished
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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.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly,
you will help to save valuable resources and prevent
any potential negative effects on human health and
the environment which could otherwise arise from
inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of
old products and batteries, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of
sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment,
please contact your dealer or supplier for further
information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If
you wish to discard these items, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol
examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical
symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by
the Directive for the chemical involved.
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1.Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Batteries Hand strap
• LR6/AA Alkaline VFC4737
batteries
USB connection
CD-ROM
cable
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• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the
supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
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Optional Accessories
• SDXC Memory Card
[Class 10] 64 GB RP-SDU64GE1K
• SDHC Memory Card
[Class 10] 32 GB RP-SDA32GE1K/ [Class 6] 32 GB RP-SDQ32GE1K
RP-SDU32GE1K 16 GB RP-SDQ16GE1K
16 GB RP-SDA16GE1K/ 8 GB RP-SDQ08GE1K
RP-SDU16GE1K 4 GB RP-SDQ04GE1K
8 GB RP-SDA08GE1K/ [Class 4] 16 GB RP-SDN16GE1A
RP-SDU08GE1K 8 GB RP-SDN08GE1A
4 GB RP-SDN04GE1A
4 GB RP-SDU04GE1K
• SD Memory Card
[Class 4] 2 GB RP-SDN02GE1A
• Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
2.Names of parts
Shutter button
Power button
Self-timer
indicator
Microphone
We recommend using the
Speaker
supplied hand strap to
avoid dropping the camera.
Lens
Flash
[DIGITAL] socket
LCD monitor
Zoom button
[MODE] button
Cursor button
Playback button
[ / ] (Delete/Return) button
• Be careful not to block the microphone or the speaker.
3.Inserting the card (optional)/the batteries
Open the card/battery door
Insert the batteries or card
• Make sure that their orientation
is correct.
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Usable batteries
• LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (supplied)
• HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (optional)
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Do not use batteries other than those listed above.
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Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
Fully-charged Panasonic Ni-MH
Supplied batteries or optional
batteries (optional, when the
Panasonic alkaline batteries
battery capacity is 1950 mAh)
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 160 pictures Approx. 320 pictures
Recording time Approx. 80 min. Approx. 160 min.
Playback time Approx. 480 min. Approx. 640 min.
Please note that the performance of alkaline batteries significantly
decreases in low temperature conditions.
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Recording conditions by CIPA standard
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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
4.Sequence of operations
Press the Power button
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date
and time before using the camera.
Press the shutter button and
take pictures
Press halfway
(press lightly and focus)
Press fully
(press the button all the way to record)
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Selecting the Recording Mode
Press [MODE] button to select the Recording Mode.
Taking pictures with automatic settings.
Take pictures with your own settings.
Take pictures according to scene.
Take motion pictures.
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Setting the menu
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the
recording function, camera settings, and other settings.
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Viewing your pictures
Press the Playback button
Press to select the picture
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Deleting pictures
Press [ / ] to delete the displayed picture
Press to select [Yes] and then press [MENU/SET]
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In this manual, the button that is used is shaded.
Specifications
Camera effective 14,100,000 pixels
pixels
Lens Optical 5 x zoom f=4.7 mm to 23.5 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 26 mm to 130 mm)/
F2.8 (Max. W) to F6.5 (Max. T)
Image Stabiliser Optical method
LCD monitor 2.7" TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots)
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Flash Flash range: (ISO AUTO) Approx. 0.6 m (2 feet) to
4.6 m (15 feet) (Wide)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 10 MB)/
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/
SDXC Memory Card
Recording file JPEG (still picture)
format QuickTime Motion JPEG (motion pictures with audio)
Interface USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Data from the PC can not be written to the camera
using the USB connection cable.
Terminal DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions Approx. 96.5 mm (W) x 62.0 mm (H) x 27.2 mm (D)
[3.8" (W) x 2.45" (H) x 1.07" (D)]
(excluding the projection part)
Mass With card and battery: Approx. 172 (0.38 lb)
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 125 (0.28 lb)
Operating Between 0 °C and 40 °C
temperature (Operating humidity: Between 10%RH and 80%RH)
Power Source DC 3 V LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (2) (supplied)
DC 2.4 V HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel
metal hydride) batteries (2)
Power When recording: 1.4 W
Consumption When playing back: 0.8 W