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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ40 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.
GN

Digital Camera

DMC-TZ40
Model No.
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.
VQT4T06
M0213KZ0

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-TZ40 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”...

  • 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

    • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
  • Page 4 -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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ..2 Recording motion pictures ... 18 Before use ........ 6 Viewing your pictures ... 20 Standard accessories ..... 7 Deleting pictures ....20 Names and Functions of GPS and map functions ..21 Main Parts ........ 8 Recording/viewing pictures Touch operations ....

  • 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 2013. These may be subject to change. Battery pack USB connection DMW-BCM13E cable • Charge the battery K1HY08YY0031 before use. Battery pack is indicated as VFF1149 battery pack or battery in the •...

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm or longer screw. Doing so may damage this unit. ● Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G: optional). ● When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC14: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G: optional) are used. VQT4T06 (ENG)

  • Page 9: Cursor Buttons

    [EXPOSURE] button [MAP] button [Wi-Fi] button Playback button Cursor buttons [MENU/SET] Charging lamp/ Wi-Fi connection lamp LCD monitor [Q.MENU]/ ] (Delete/Cancel) button [DISP.] button We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera. [HDMI] socket * [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket •...

  • 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. Drag To “drag”...
  • Page 11 ● If the type of sheet made to protect LCD screens that are available in the market is to be used, observe the precautions that are contained with the sheet. (Some types of protective sheets may impair the screen’s appearance and ease of operation.) ●...

  • Page 12: Inserting And Removing The Battery Or Sd Memory Card (Optional)

    Lever Pull out Press ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCM13E). ● 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.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper connections may cause malfunctions. ● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). ● Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

  • Page 14: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set...
  • Page 15 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. ■ Changing time settings Select [Clock Set] from [Rec] or [Setup] menu, perform Please see the next page on how to set the menu.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Taking Pictures

    Taking pictures Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button Shutter button Set to the desired recording mode ■ Recording mode Take pictures with automatic settings. Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Determine aperture, then record pictures. Determine shutter speed, then record pictures. Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record pictures.

  • Page 18: Recording Motion Pictures

    Recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). Zoom can also be used during recording. Press the motion picture button ( ) to start recording Press the motion picture button ( ) again to end recording Remaining recording time (approx.) Elapsed recording time VQT4T06 (ENG)
  • Page 19 ● Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it all the way. ● You can continuously record a motion picture in [MP4] for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds or approx. 4 GB. (Since recording in [MP4] with [FHD/25p] creates larger files, the recording time for such motion pictures will be shorter than 29 minutes 59 seconds.) ●...

  • Page 20: Viewing Your Pictures

    Viewing your pictures Press the Playback button ( ) Drag your finger across the screen, and select the picture to be played back ● By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode. ●...

  • Page 21: Gps And Map Functions

    GPS and map functions 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 22: Displaying The Status And Result Of Positioning

    GPS and map functions ■ Displaying the status and result of positioning The icons that indicate the status and result of positioning will appear on the LCD monitor. When positioning is successful, camera will search the place name information (name of place and landmark) inside its internal database and display it.

  • Page 23: Playback Mode

    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 24: Recording/Viewing Pictures With A Smartphone/Tablet

    • “Google Play™ Store” (for Android) • “App Store ” (for iOS) • In the search field of each site, search by entering “Panasonic Image App” to find it quickly. • When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract.
  • Page 25 Easily connect to a smartphone/tablet Use the NFC (Near Field Communication) function to easily connect this unit to a smartphone/tablet with Wi-Fi for remote recording and to send pictures to the smartphone/tablet. • This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above).
  • Page 26 Recording/viewing pictures with a smartphone/tablet Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Start up “Image App” on your smartphone/ tablet Place your smartphone/tablet to the side of this unit Place over this area (within 5 mm) • Do not bump your smartphone/tablet strongly against this unit. (The smartphone/tablet or this unit may get scratched) •...
  • Page 27 Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Some settings are not available. • The screen differs depending on the operating system. ● Cannot be set for recording AVCHD motion pictures at [50p] in [FHD].
  • Page 28 Recording/viewing pictures with a smartphone/tablet Transferring a still picture easily to your smartphone/tablet When transferring just 1 still picture to your smartphone/tablet with “Image App” installed, you can use the NFC function to easily send the picture. Start up “Image App” on your smartphone/ tablet Display the still picture to be transferred to your smartphone/tablet on the 1-picture screen (full...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Supplied Software

    Supplied software The supplied disc contains the following software. Install the software on your computer to use. Pictures can be captured to a PC, and can be viewed, PHOTOfunSTUDIO organised, printed, etc. Also, still pictures can be 9.1 PE corrected and motion pictures can be edited. •...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power When recording: 1.7 W Consumption When playing back: 1.1 W Camera effective 18,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.3″ MOS sensor, total pixel number 18,900,000 pixels Primary colour filter Lens...
  • Page 32 Specifications LCD monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 921,600 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) / Touch screen Microphones Stereo Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 12 MB) SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still picture...
  • Page 33 Encryption Wi-Fi compliant WPA™ / WPA2™ method Access method Infrastructure mode AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0776): 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-BCM13E): Information for your safety Voltage / capacity 3.6 V / 1250 mAh...

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty (Only For Australia)

    Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.
  • Page 35 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the...
  • Page 36 • This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc. • Other names, company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. Web Site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2013...

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