Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-SZ7 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. VQT3Y98 F1211MR0...
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. •...
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600. Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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-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. (ENG) VQT3Y98...
Contents Information for Your Safety..................2 Before Use ........................6 Standard Accessories ....................7 Names and Functions of Main Parts ................8 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ......... 9 Charging the Battery....................10 Sequence of operations .................... 11 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) ..........
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. AC Adaptor Can be used for charging and playback.
Names and Functions of Main Parts 12 13 14 15 16 17 Motion picture button Charging lamp Shutter button REC/PLAY switch Camera ON/OFF switch Strap eyelet • Flash Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you Microphone will not drop it.
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 Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!] and then turn the camera • 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.
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: 1.3 W (When recording) 0.9 W (When playing back) Camera effective 14,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 15,300,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens Optical 10k zoom, fl4.5 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 25 mm to 250 mm)/F3.1 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele)
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10%RH to 80%RH 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-BCK7E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/680 mAh (ENG) VQT3Y98...
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