Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-FX80 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.
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.
∫ About the battery pack CAUTION • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. •...
Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) The optional HDMI mini cable and AV cable are available only for DMC-FX80GC/ DMC-FX80GA/DMC-FX80GH.
Contents Information for Your Safety..................2 Before Use ........................5 Standard Accessories ....................6 Names and Functions of Main Parts ................7 How to Use the Touch Screen ..................8 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ......... 9 Charging the Battery....................10 Sequence of operations ....................
Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2012. These may be subject to change. Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. DMW-BCK7E AC Adaptor Can be used for charging and...
Names and Functions of Main Parts 11 12 Zoom lever Playback button Shutter button [HDMI] socket Power button [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket Flash Tripod receptacle Self-timer indicator Speaker • AF Assist Lamp Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger.
How to Use the Touch Screen This touch screen is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen To touch and release the touch screen. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch screen. •...
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).
Charging the Battery Use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied) and 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 oC to 30 oC). •...
Sequence of operations Press 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 halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
∫ Setting the Menu Touch [ ] to display the menu screen to change the recording function, camera settings, and other settings. ∫ Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. Touch [ ] or drag the screen horizontally. ∫ Deleting Pictures In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and touch [ Touch [Delete Single].
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).
Installing supplied software • The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. – PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.0 AE (Windows XP/Vista/7) – LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP/Vista/7) (This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.) • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC.
Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.6 W (When recording) 0.9 W (When playing back) Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 12,500,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens Optical 5k zoom, fl4.3 mm to 21.5 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm)/F2.5 (Wide) to F6.4 (Tele)
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Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding/MPO Motion pictures AVCHD/MP4 Audio compression AVCHD: Dolby Digital (2ch) format MP4: AAC (2ch) Interface Digital “USB 2.0” (High Speed) Analogue video NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu) Audio Audio line output (monaural)
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AC Adaptor (Panasonic VSK0775) (DMC-FX80GC/DMC-FX80GH): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 5 V, 800 mA AC Adaptor (Panasonic VSK0772) (DMC-FX80GA): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A...
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• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • “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.
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