Panasonic DMC-ZS1K manual

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    Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely . All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link, A VCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to DMC-ZS3 only . VQT1Z82-1 For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-P ANA(7262) or , contact us via the web at: http://www .panasonic.com/conta[...]

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    2 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 3 A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BA TTERY for information on how to recycle this battery . Dear Customer , Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Y ou have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today . Used properly , we’re sure[...]

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    2 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 3 A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BA TTERY for information on how to recycle this battery . Dear Customer , Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Y ou have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today . Used properly , we’re sure[...]

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    4 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 5 Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P .16). -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Un[...]

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    4 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 5 Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. When you do not use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P .16). -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Un[...]

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    Record, view , save those precious moments. VQT1Z82 7 6 VQT1Z82 V iew P .107 ● Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! A V cable HDMI mini cable (sold separately) ● Easy operation with VIERA remote control ‘VIERA Link’ support Print P .104 ● With your printer Connect directly to easily print pictures at home. Use a PictBridge-compatible pr[...]

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    Record, view , save those precious moments. VQT1Z82 7 6 VQT1Z82 V iew P .107 ● Enjoy crisp pictures on large screens! A V cable HDMI mini cable (sold separately) ● Easy operation with VIERA remote control ‘VIERA Link’ support Print P .104 ● With your printer Connect directly to easily print pictures at home. Use a PictBridge-compatible pr[...]

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    8 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 9 Contents Before use Before use ............................................ 10 Read first ..................................................... 10 T o prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ... 10 Standard Accessories ......................... 1 1 Names of parts..................................... 12 Cursor button ...........[...]

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    8 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 9 Contents Before use Before use ............................................ 10 Read first ..................................................... 10 T o prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ... 10 Standard Accessories ......................... 1 1 Names of parts..................................... 12 Cursor button ...........[...]

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    10 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 1 Before use Standard Accessories Do a test shot first! Check first to see if you can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with audio) successfully . We will not compensate for failed/ lost recording or for direct/indirect damage. Panasonic will not provide compensation for video or image damage caused by [...]

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    10 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 1 Before use Standard Accessories Do a test shot first! Check first to see if you can take pictures and record sounds (motion pictures/ pictures with audio) successfully . We will not compensate for failed/ lost recording or for direct/indirect damage. Panasonic will not provide compensation for video or image damage caused by [...]

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    12 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 13 Charging battery Always charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged) Names of parts Cursor button MENU/SET (menu display/set/finish) (P .18) Left cursor button ( ◄ ) • Self-timer (P .48) Down cursor button ( ▼ ) • Macro mode (P .45) • AF Lock (AF tracking) (P .34, 73) The appearance, specifications, and screen dis[...]

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    12 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 13 Charging battery Always charge before first use! (not sold pre-charged) Names of parts Cursor button MENU/SET (menu display/set/finish) (P .18) Left cursor button ( ◄ ) • Self-timer (P .48) Down cursor button ( ▼ ) • Macro mode (P .45) • AF Lock (AF tracking) (P .34, 73) The appearance, specifications, and screen dis[...]

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    14 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 15 Inserting battery and card Charging battery (Continued) Battery (check orientation) Card (check orientation) Do not touch terminal Status indicator Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the ‘OPEN’ position and open the lid OPEN LOCK Release lever Completely insert battery and card (both click into place) Close lid S[...]

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    14 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 15 Inserting battery and card Charging battery (Continued) Battery (check orientation) Card (check orientation) Do not touch terminal Status indicator Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the ‘OPEN’ position and open the lid OPEN LOCK Release lever Completely insert battery and card (both click into place) Close lid S[...]

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    16 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 17 Inserting battery and card (Continued) Setting the clock ( The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.) Set REC/PLA Y switch to before turning on power . T urn on the power ‘PLEASE SET THE CLOCK’ will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press ‘ MENU/SET ’ Select[...]

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    16 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 17 Inserting battery and card (Continued) Setting the clock ( The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.) Set REC/PLA Y switch to before turning on power . T urn on the power ‘PLEASE SET THE CLOCK’ will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed Press ‘ MENU/SET ’ Select[...]

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    18 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 19 T o enable optimum usage of the camera, various functions can be activated and setting can be changed from the menus. Using menus Menu type T o restore default settings ‘RESET’ (P .24) Bring up the menu The selected item is displayed with an orange background. Select SETUP menu Highlight Select and return to menu items T u[...]

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    18 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 19 T o enable optimum usage of the camera, various functions can be activated and setting can be changed from the menus. Using menus Menu type T o restore default settings ‘RESET’ (P .24) Bring up the menu The selected item is displayed with an orange background. Select SETUP menu Highlight Select and return to menu items T u[...]

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    20 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 21 Using menus (Continued) Using SETUP menu Settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode. Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily . Set to Display ‘Quick menu’ Hold Quick menu Select item and setting Press Select Item Setting CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (P .17) Set time, date, and displ[...]

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    20 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 21 Using menus (Continued) Using SETUP menu Settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode. Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily . Set to Display ‘Quick menu’ Hold Quick menu Select item and setting Press Select Item Setting CLOCK SET Set the date and time. (P .17) Set time, date, and displ[...]

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    22 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 23 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) LCD MODE Make LCD monitor easier to see. OFF: Normal (cancel setting) AUTO POWER LCD: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. POWER LCD: Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use). HIGH[...]

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    22 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 23 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) LCD MODE Make LCD monitor easier to see. OFF: Normal (cancel setting) AUTO POWER LCD: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. POWER LCD: Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use). HIGH[...]

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    24 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 25 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off. OFF / ON • Cannot be set when using ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode. NO.RESET Reset image file numbers. YES / NO • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.[...]

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    24 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 25 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom ratio when turning power off. OFF / ON • Cannot be set when using ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode. NO.RESET Reset image file numbers. YES / NO • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.[...]

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    26 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 27 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) VIERA Link Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link- compatible devices, and operability with a VIERA remote control when connecting via an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) (P .109). OFF: Operations must be performed via the camera’s o[...]

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    26 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 27 See P .18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Using SETUP menu (Continued) VIERA Link Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link- compatible devices, and operability with a VIERA remote control when connecting via an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) (P .109). OFF: Operations must be performed via the camera’s o[...]

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    28 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 29 Basic shooting operation Please set the clock before shooting (P .17). Holding the camera/Direction detection function Mode dial T urn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the de[...]

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    28 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 29 Basic shooting operation Please set the clock before shooting (P .17). Holding the camera/Direction detection function Mode dial T urn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the de[...]

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    30 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 31 Basic shooting operation Holding the camera/Direction detection function Mode dial T urn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the desired recording mode Aim the camera and shoot [...]

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    30 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 31 Basic shooting operation Holding the camera/Direction detection function Mode dial T urn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the desired recording mode Aim the camera and shoot [...]

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    32 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 33 T aking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode’ Mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as ‘face’, ‘movement’, ‘brightness’, and ‘distance’ just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manua[...]

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    32 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 33 T aking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode’ Mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as ‘face’, ‘movement’, ‘brightness’, and ‘distance’ just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manua[...]

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    34 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 35 T aking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUT O Mode’ (Continued) Mode: T aking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ Mode: Face Detection and Face Recognition If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people appear as subjects in the image ( or ), Face Detection is[...]

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    34 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 35 T aking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUT O Mode’ (Continued) Mode: T aking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ Mode: Face Detection and Face Recognition If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people appear as subjects in the image ( or ), Face Detection is[...]

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    36 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 37 T aking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ (Continued) Mode: T aking pictures/motion pictures with zoom Mode: Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Hold down halfway AF area Subjects/environments which may make focusin[...]

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    36 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 37 T aking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ (Continued) Mode: T aking pictures/motion pictures with zoom Mode: Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Hold down halfway AF area Subjects/environments which may make focusin[...]

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    38 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 39 T aking pictures/motion pictures with zoom (Continued) Mode: Maximum zoom ratios by picture size Optical zoom Extended optical zoom PICTURE SIZE 10 M 7 M 5 M 3 M 2 M 0.3 M 9.5 M 6.5 M 4.5 M 3 M 2.5 M 9 M 6 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 2 M Max. enlargement 12 x 14.3 x 17.1 x 21.4 x PICTURE SIZE 10 M 7 M 5 M 3 M 2 M 0.3 M 9 M 6 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 7[...]

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    38 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 39 T aking pictures/motion pictures with zoom (Continued) Mode: Maximum zoom ratios by picture size Optical zoom Extended optical zoom PICTURE SIZE 10 M 7 M 5 M 3 M 2 M 0.3 M 9.5 M 6.5 M 4.5 M 3 M 2.5 M 9 M 6 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 2 M Max. enlargement 12 x 14.3 x 17.1 x 21.4 x PICTURE SIZE 10 M 7 M 5 M 3 M 2 M 0.3 M 9 M 6 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 7[...]

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    40 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 41 V iewing your pictures (NORMAL PLA Y) REC/PLA Y switch: Deleting pictures REC/PLA Y switch: Set to Scroll through pictures Previous Next File number Picture number/ T otal pictures Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/ backwards. (Only file numbers change while held down; picture is displayed when released) Scroll speed increa[...]

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    40 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 41 V iewing your pictures (NORMAL PLA Y) REC/PLA Y switch: Deleting pictures REC/PLA Y switch: Set to Scroll through pictures Previous Next File number Picture number/ T otal pictures Hold down to quickly scroll forwards/ backwards. (Only file numbers change while held down; picture is displayed when released) Scroll speed increa[...]

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    42 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 43 Changing recording information display T aking pictures with flash Mode: Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms. Histogram Displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means there are several bright areas in the picture. (Guide) A peak in the center re[...]

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    42 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 43 Changing recording information display T aking pictures with flash Mode: Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as histograms. Histogram Displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means there are several bright areas in the picture. (Guide) A peak in the center re[...]

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    44 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 45 T aking pictures with flash (Continued) Mode: T aking close-up pictures/motion pictures Mode: A vailable types in each mode ( : default setting) SCENE MODE ○○ ○ ○○○○○ - ○ -- ○○○ -- ○○○○ ○ -- ○○○○ ----- ○ -------- ○ - ○ ○○○○○ - ○ -- ○○○○○○○○○ - - - --[...]

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    44 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 45 T aking pictures with flash (Continued) Mode: T aking close-up pictures/motion pictures Mode: A vailable types in each mode ( : default setting) SCENE MODE ○○ ○ ○○○○○ - ○ -- ○○○ -- ○○○○ ○ -- ○○○○ ----- ○ -------- ○ - ○ ○○○○○ - ○ -- ○○○○○○○○○ - - - --[...]

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    46 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 47 T aking close-up pictures/motion pictures (Continued) Mode: Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment In MACRO ZOOM, higher magnification results in lower picture quality . When set to MACRO ZOOM, extended optical zoom is canceled. MACRO ZOOM setting cannot be used while recording in ‘MUL TI [...]

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    46 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 47 T aking close-up pictures/motion pictures (Continued) Mode: Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment In MACRO ZOOM, higher magnification results in lower picture quality . When set to MACRO ZOOM, extended optical zoom is canceled. MACRO ZOOM setting cannot be used while recording in ‘MUL TI [...]

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    48 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 49 T aking images with self-timer Mode: T aking pictures/motion pictures with exposure compensation Mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds. When set to BURST , three pictures are taken. When set to the ‘FLASH BURST?[...]

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    48 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 49 T aking images with self-timer Mode: T aking pictures/motion pictures with exposure compensation Mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds. When set to BURST , three pictures are taken. When set to the ‘FLASH BURST?[...]

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    50 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 51 T aking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio ‘MUL TI ASPECT’ Mode: T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ Mode: In this mode, pressing the shutter button once automatically takes three pictures in each of three aspect ratios: 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. (The shutter sound is made only once.) After [...]

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    50 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 51 T aking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio ‘MUL TI ASPECT’ Mode: T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ Mode: In this mode, pressing the shutter button once automatically takes three pictures in each of three aspect ratios: 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. (The shutter sound is made only once.) After [...]

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    52 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 53 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: PORTRAIT Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). T ips • Stand as close as pos[...]

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    52 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 53 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: PORTRAIT Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). T ips • Stand as close as pos[...]

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    54 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 55 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: NIGHT PORTRAIT T akes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. • Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for 8 second af[...]

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    54 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 55 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: NIGHT PORTRAIT T akes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. • Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for 8 second af[...]

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    56 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 57 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: HIGH SENS. Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. • Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity . • Main fixed settings QUALITY : (Standard) SENSITIVI[...]

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    56 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 57 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: HIGH SENS. Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. • Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity . • Main fixed settings QUALITY : (Standard) SENSITIVI[...]

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    58 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 59 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: FIREWORKS T akes clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky . • Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 second or 2 seconds (if there is a little jitter or if optical image stabilizer is ‘OF[...]

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    58 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 59 How to select a scene (P .51) Using flash in scene modes (P .44) T aking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: FIREWORKS T akes clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky . • Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 second or 2 seconds (if there is a little jitter or if optical image stabilizer is ‘OF[...]

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    60 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 61 Setting frequently-used scene modes on the mode dial ‘MY SCN MODE/MY SCENE MODE ’ Mode: T aking motion pictures Mode: and Both represent the same function. Frequently-used scenes can be preset to each position so that you can quickly and easily switch to the desired scene mode. For details on the preset scenes, see the pag[...]

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    60 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 61 Setting frequently-used scene modes on the mode dial ‘MY SCN MODE/MY SCENE MODE ’ Mode: T aking motion pictures Mode: and Both represent the same function. Frequently-used scenes can be preset to each position so that you can quickly and easily switch to the desired scene mode. For details on the preset scenes, see the pag[...]

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    62 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 63 T aking motion pictures (Continued) Mode: Using a card of SD speed ‘Class 6’ or above is recommended for recording motion pictures. The SD speed class is a speed rating for continuous writing. Using a high-speed card with a specified speed (e.g. on packaging) of at least 10 MB/s is recommended when ‘REC QUALITY’ is set[...]

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    62 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 63 T aking motion pictures (Continued) Mode: Using a card of SD speed ‘Class 6’ or above is recommended for recording motion pictures. The SD speed class is a speed rating for continuous writing. Using a high-speed card with a specified speed (e.g. on packaging) of at least 10 MB/s is recommended when ‘REC QUALITY’ is set[...]

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    64 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 65 T aking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE Mode’ Mode: T aking pictures with the face recognition function Mode: Face Recognition function Set ‘F ACE RECOG.’ in the REC menu to ‘ON’ to use the following face recognition functions when taking pictures. Detect faces close to those that have been registered for priority [...]

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    64 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 65 T aking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE Mode’ Mode: T aking pictures with the face recognition function Mode: Face Recognition function Set ‘F ACE RECOG.’ in the REC menu to ‘ON’ to use the following face recognition functions when taking pictures. Detect faces close to those that have been registered for priority [...]

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    66 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 67 Useful features for travel Mode: ‘F ACE RECOG.’ is not available in the DMC-ZS1. T aking pictures with the face recognition function (Continued) Mode: TRA VEL DA TE (Record travel date and destination) Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • C[...]

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    66 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 67 Useful features for travel Mode: ‘F ACE RECOG.’ is not available in the DMC-ZS1. T aking pictures with the face recognition function (Continued) Mode: TRA VEL DA TE (Record travel date and destination) Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • C[...]

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    68 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 69 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC/PLA Y switch: Useful features for travel (Continued) Mode: Upon your return Go through steps , and on the upper left, and return to the original time. T o set/release summer time Press ▲ in step . (Press again to release) When summer time is set in ‘DESTINA TION’, the current time is adv[...]

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    68 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 69 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC/PLA Y switch: Useful features for travel (Continued) Mode: Upon your return Go through steps , and on the upper left, and return to the original time. T o set/release summer time Press ▲ in step . (Press again to release) When summer time is set in ‘DESTINA TION’, the current time is adv[...]

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    70 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 71 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: QUALITY Set quality of picture. MODE: → REC menu → REC menu Settings: Fine (High quality , priority to picture quality) Standard (Standard quality , priority to the number of pictures) ASPECT RA TIO Aspect ratio of picture can[...]

  • Page 71

    70 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 71 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: QUALITY Set quality of picture. MODE: → REC menu → REC menu Settings: Fine (High quality , priority to picture quality) Standard (Standard quality , priority to the number of pictures) ASPECT RA TIO Aspect ratio of picture can[...]

  • Page 72

    72 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 73 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: WHITE BALANCE Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. MODE: → REC/MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: A WB (automatic) / (outdoor , clear sky) / (outdoor , cloudy sky) / (outdoor , shade[...]

  • Page 73

    72 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 73 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: WHITE BALANCE Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. MODE: → REC/MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: A WB (automatic) / (outdoor , clear sky) / (outdoor , cloudy sky) / (outdoor , shade[...]

  • Page 74

    74 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 75 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: Determined position for focus 1-area-focusing (High speed) 1-area-focusing Spot-focusing 1-area-focusing (High speed)/ 1-area-focusing: Focuses on AF area in center of picture. (Recommended when focus is difficult to align) Spot-f[...]

  • Page 75

    74 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 75 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: Determined position for focus 1-area-focusing (High speed) 1-area-focusing Spot-focusing 1-area-focusing (High speed)/ 1-area-focusing: Focuses on AF area in center of picture. (Recommended when focus is difficult to align) Spot-f[...]

  • Page 76

    76 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 77 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: I.EXPOSURE Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. MODE: → REC/MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: OFF/ON ( displayed on [...]

  • Page 77

    76 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 77 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: I.EXPOSURE Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. MODE: → REC/MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: OFF/ON ( displayed on [...]

  • Page 78

    78 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 79 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: REC MODE is not available in the DMC-ZS1. CLOCK SET Set the clock. Same function as that in SETUP menu (P .17). REC MODE Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. MODE: → MOTION PICTURE menu Settings: Recordin[...]

  • Page 79

    78 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 79 See P .18 for menu setting procedure. Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: REC MODE is not available in the DMC-ZS1. CLOCK SET Set the clock. Same function as that in SETUP menu (P .17). REC MODE Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. MODE: → MOTION PICTURE menu Settings: Recordin[...]

  • Page 80

    80 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 81 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .18 for menu setting procedure. T aking/viewing clipboard pictures ‘CLIPBOARD Mode’ Mode: REC QUALITY Sets the picture quality of the motion picture that is recorded. MODE: → MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: ‘A VCHD Lite’ in REC MODE Setting [...]

  • Page 81

    80 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 81 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .18 for menu setting procedure. T aking/viewing clipboard pictures ‘CLIPBOARD Mode’ Mode: REC QUALITY Sets the picture quality of the motion picture that is recorded. MODE: → MOTION PICTURE menu → REC menu Settings: ‘A VCHD Lite’ in REC MODE Setting [...]

  • Page 82

    82 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 83 V iewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) REC/PLA Y switch: T aking/viewing clipboard pictures ‘CLIPBOARD Mode’ (Continued) Mode: Zoom mark Useful for enlarging and saving parts of maps, etc. T o register zoom enlarged size and position Enlarge with zoom lever and select position with ▲▼◄► Press Zoom mark[...]

  • Page 83

    82 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 83 V iewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) REC/PLA Y switch: T aking/viewing clipboard pictures ‘CLIPBOARD Mode’ (Continued) Mode: Zoom mark Useful for enlarging and saving parts of maps, etc. T o register zoom enlarged size and position Enlarge with zoom lever and select position with ▲▼◄► Press Zoom mark[...]

  • Page 84

    84 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 85 V iewing motion pictures/pictures with audio REC/PLA Y switch: Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ REC/PLA Y switch: The volume for pictures with audio can be adjusted by the speaker volume (P .21). Motion pictures and pictures with audio recorded by other cameras may not play back correctly on this camera. When us[...]

  • Page 85

    84 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 85 V iewing motion pictures/pictures with audio REC/PLA Y switch: Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ REC/PLA Y switch: The volume for pictures with audio can be adjusted by the speaker volume (P .21). Motion pictures and pictures with audio recorded by other cameras may not play back correctly on this camera. When us[...]

  • Page 86

    86 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 87 Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .85 for switching PLA YBACK MODE procedure. SLIDE SHOW Automatically play images in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select playback method • ALL : Play all • PICTURE ONL Y : Playback of pictures only • MOTION PI[...]

  • Page 87

    86 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 87 Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .85 for switching PLA YBACK MODE procedure. SLIDE SHOW Automatically play images in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select playback method • ALL : Play all • PICTURE ONL Y : Playback of pictures only • MOTION PI[...]

  • Page 88

    88 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 89 Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .85 for switching PLA YBACK MODE procedure. Using PLA YBACK menu REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) T ext input method CA TEGOR Y PLA Y Images can be classified automatically and viewed by category . Automatic classification start[...]

  • Page 89

    88 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 89 Different playback methods ‘PLA YBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: See P .85 for switching PLA YBACK MODE procedure. Using PLA YBACK menu REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) T ext input method CA TEGOR Y PLA Y Images can be classified automatically and viewed by category . Automatic classification start[...]

  • Page 90

    90 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 91 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) T o edit select ‘SINGLE’ in step → select picture with ◄► , and press ‘MENU/SET’ → correct text and select ‘EXIT’ → press to return to the menu. Cannot be set in ‘CA TEG[...]

  • Page 91

    90 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 91 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) T o edit select ‘SINGLE’ in step → select picture with ◄► , and press ‘MENU/SET’ → correct text and select ‘EXIT’ → press to return to the menu. Cannot be set in ‘CA TEG[...]

  • Page 92

    92 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 93 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) Picture quality is reduced after resizing. Cannot be set in ‘CA TEGORY PLA Y’ or ‘F A VORITE PLA Y’ Playback Mode. Cannot be used with motion pictures, pictures with audio, or pictures [...]

  • Page 93

    92 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 93 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) Picture quality is reduced after resizing. Cannot be set in ‘CA TEGORY PLA Y’ or ‘F A VORITE PLA Y’ Playback Mode. Cannot be used with motion pictures, pictures with audio, or pictures [...]

  • Page 94

    94 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 95 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) Picture size may be increased after aspect ratio is changed. Cannot be set in ‘MODE PLA Y’, ‘CA TEGORY PLA Y’, or ‘F A VORITE PLA Y’ Playback Mode. Cannot be used with motion pictur[...]

  • Page 95

    94 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 95 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) Picture size may be increased after aspect ratio is changed. Cannot be set in ‘MODE PLA Y’, ‘CA TEGORY PLA Y’, or ‘F A VORITE PLA Y’ Playback Mode. Cannot be used with motion pictur[...]

  • Page 96

    96 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 97 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) PRINT SET Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit[...]

  • Page 97

    96 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 97 For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) PRINT SET Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit[...]

  • Page 98

    98 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 99 Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Copying recorded pictures COPY Copy between built-in memory and memory card, or from memory card to clipboard folder . Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ → ‘ PLA YBACK menu’ → Select ‘COPY?[...]

  • Page 99

    98 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 99 Using PLA YBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLA Y switch: (Set mode dial to any except ) For the PLA YBACK menu setting procedure, see P .18. Copying recorded pictures COPY Copy between built-in memory and memory card, or from memory card to clipboard folder . Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ → ‘ PLA YBACK menu’ → Select ‘COPY?[...]

  • Page 100

    100 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 101 Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together . • Copied pictures can then be printed out or sent by e-mail using the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the CD-ROM (supplied). Computer specifications Windows Macintosh 98/98SE Me 2000/XP/Vista OS 9/OS X Can I use PHOT Ofun[...]

  • Page 101

    100 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 101 Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together . • Copied pictures can then be printed out or sent by e-mail using the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the CD-ROM (supplied). Computer specifications Windows Macintosh 98/98SE Me 2000/XP/Vista OS 9/OS X Can I use PHOT Ofun[...]

  • Page 102

    102 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 103 Using with your PC (Continued) New folders are created in the following cases: • When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered 999. • When using cards already containing the same folder number (including pictures taken with other cameras, etc.) • When recording after performing ‘NO. RESET’ (P .24) ?[...]

  • Page 103

    102 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 103 Using with your PC (Continued) New folders are created in the following cases: • When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered 999. • When using cards already containing the same folder number (including pictures taken with other cameras, etc.) • When recording after performing ‘NO. RESET’ (P .24) ?[...]

  • Page 104

    104 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 105 Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer . Printing Printing multiple pictures Select ‘MUL TI PRINT’ in step on the previous page Select item (See below for details) Select ‘PRINT ST ART’ • T o cancel → Press ‘MENU/SET’ • MUL TI SELECT : [...]

  • Page 105

    104 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 105 Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer . Printing Printing multiple pictures Select ‘MUL TI PRINT’ in step on the previous page Select item (See below for details) Select ‘PRINT ST ART’ • T o cancel → Press ‘MENU/SET’ • MUL TI SELECT : [...]

  • Page 106

    106 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 107 Printing (Continued) V iewing on TV screen Making print settings on camera Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the A V cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (sold separately ). Also consult TV operating manual. Set-up: • Set ‘TV ASPECT’. (P .25) • T urn off both camera and TV[...]

  • Page 107

    106 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 107 Printing (Continued) V iewing on TV screen Making print settings on camera Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the A V cable (supplied) or HDMI mini cable (sold separately ). Also consult TV operating manual. Set-up: • Set ‘TV ASPECT’. (P .25) • T urn off both camera and TV[...]

  • Page 108

    108 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 109 V iewing on TV screen (Continued) Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket An HDMI mini cable (sold separately) can be used to enable enjoyment of pictures and motion pictures in high resolution. What is HDMI? High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface for digital video devices. Digital video and audio signals can b[...]

  • Page 109

    108 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 109 V iewing on TV screen (Continued) Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket An HDMI mini cable (sold separately) can be used to enable enjoyment of pictures and motion pictures in high resolution. What is HDMI? High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an interface for digital video devices. Digital video and audio signals can b[...]

  • Page 110

    1 10 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 1 1 V iewing on TV screen (Continued) The DMC-ZS1 does not support VIERA Link. A vailable functions Use your television’s remote control to operate the camera. (1) Multiple playback Press the red button on your television’ s remote control to switch between the types of data to be played. • Playback data type options ca[...]

  • Page 111

    1 10 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 1 1 V iewing on TV screen (Continued) The DMC-ZS1 does not support VIERA Link. A vailable functions Use your television’s remote control to operate the camera. (1) Multiple playback Press the red button on your television’ s remote control to switch between the types of data to be played. • Playback data type options ca[...]

  • Page 112

    1 12 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 13 Press the display button to change display (P .12, 42). List of LCD monitor displays 5 5 F3.3 1/30 F3.3 1/30 10 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 R3 R3 COOL COOL 5s 5s 1 / 30 1 / 30 5 64 3 2 1 7 APR.15.2009 10:00 APR.15.2009 10:00 1ST DAY 1ST DAY A WB AWB F3.3 1/30 F3.3 1/30 1 / 9 100–0001 100–0001 1/9 10 AM AM 1 23 4 5 [...]

  • Page 113

    1 12 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 13 Press the display button to change display (P .12, 42). List of LCD monitor displays 5 5 F3.3 1/30 F3.3 1/30 10 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 R3 R3 COOL COOL 5s 5s 1 / 30 1 / 30 5 64 3 2 1 7 APR.15.2009 10:00 APR.15.2009 10:00 1ST DAY 1ST DAY A WB AWB F3.3 1/30 F3.3 1/30 1 / 9 100–0001 100–0001 1/9 10 AM AM 1 23 4 5 [...]

  • Page 114

    1 14 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 15 Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor . Message displays THIS MEMOR Y CARD IS LOCKED Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (P .16) NO V ALID PICTURE TO PLA Y T ake pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. THIS PICTU[...]

  • Page 115

    1 14 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 15 Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor . Message displays THIS MEMOR Y CARD IS LOCKED Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (P .16) NO V ALID PICTURE TO PLA Y T ake pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. THIS PICTU[...]

  • Page 116

    1 16 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 17 T ry checking these items (P .1 16 - 121) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. T ry using ‘RESET’ in SETUP menu in recording mode (P .24).) Q&A T roubleshooting Battery , power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. Battery is not inserted correctly (P .15), or nee[...]

  • Page 117

    1 16 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 17 T ry checking these items (P .1 16 - 121) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. T ry using ‘RESET’ in SETUP menu in recording mode (P .24).) Q&A T roubleshooting Battery , power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. Battery is not inserted correctly (P .15), or nee[...]

  • Page 118

    1 18 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 19 Q&A T roubleshooting (Continued) LCD monitor LCD monitor dims during motion picture recording. LCD monitor may dim if continuing motion picture recording for long periods. Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on. Camera set to ‘AUTO LCD OFF’ (P .23). After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture[...]

  • Page 119

    1 18 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 1 19 Q&A T roubleshooting (Continued) LCD monitor LCD monitor dims during motion picture recording. LCD monitor may dim if continuing motion picture recording for long periods. Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on. Camera set to ‘AUTO LCD OFF’ (P .23). After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture[...]

  • Page 120

    120 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 121 Q&A T roubleshooting (Continued) TV , computer , printer No image appears on TV . Image blurred or not colored. Not connected correctly (P .107, 108). TV input setting not set to auxiliary input. TV is not compatible with SDHC memory card. (When using SDHC memory card) TV screen display different to LCD monitor . Aspect [...]

  • Page 121

    120 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 121 Q&A T roubleshooting (Continued) TV , computer , printer No image appears on TV . Image blurred or not colored. Not connected correctly (P .107, 108). TV input setting not set to auxiliary input. TV is not compatible with SDHC memory card. (When using SDHC memory card) TV screen display different to LCD monitor . Aspect [...]

  • Page 122

    122 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 123 Usage cautions and notes Memory cards T o prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity . • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. When disposing of/tr[...]

  • Page 123

    122 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 123 Usage cautions and notes Memory cards T o prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity . • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. When disposing of/tr[...]

  • Page 124

    124 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 125 Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly . Recording picture/time capacity A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be recorded in MOTION JPEG format. (Even if there is more than 2 [...]

  • Page 125

    124 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 125 Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly . Recording picture/time capacity A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be recorded in MOTION JPEG format. (Even if there is more than 2 [...]

  • Page 126

    126 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 127 A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be recorded. (Even if there is more than 2 GB of available space on the card, the available recording time will be calculated for a maximum of 2 GB.) The time displayed on the left is the total time. Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card[...]

  • Page 127

    126 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 127 A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be recorded. (Even if there is more than 2 GB of available space on the card, the available recording time will be calculated for a maximum of 2 GB.) The time displayed on the left is the total time. Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card[...]

  • Page 128

    128 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 129 Specifications DMC-ZS3 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.3 W When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels 10,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 12,700,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm ([...]

  • Page 129

    128 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 129 Specifications DMC-ZS3 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.3 W When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels 10,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 12,700,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm ([...]

  • Page 130

    130 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 131 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.2 W When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels 10,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD, total pixel number 10,300,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm (35 mm film camera equiva[...]

  • Page 131

    130 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 131 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.2 W When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels 10,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD, total pixel number 10,300,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm (35 mm film camera equiva[...]

  • Page 132

    132 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 133 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Optional accessories Product name: Battery Pack Product no.: DMW-BCG10PP Product name: AC adaptor Product no.: DMW-AC5PP Performance identical to supplied battery pack. Recommended for taking on holiday , etc. Ensure that the AC adaptor and Multi Convers[...]

  • Page 133

    132 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 133 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Optional accessories Product name: Battery Pack Product no.: DMW-BCG10PP Product name: AC adaptor Product no.: DMW-AC5PP Performance identical to supplied battery pack. Recommended for taking on holiday , etc. Ensure that the AC adaptor and Multi Convers[...]

  • Page 134

    134 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 135 Request for Service Notice (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request for Service Notice: (USA and Puerto Rico Only) • Please include your proof of purchase . (Failure to do so will delay your repair .) • T [...]

  • Page 135

    134 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 135 Request for Service Notice (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request for Service Notice: (USA and Puerto Rico Only) • Please include your proof of purchase . (Failure to do so will delay your repair .) • T [...]

  • Page 136

    136 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 137 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1-800-21 1-P ANA (7262). This warranty ONL Y COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in [...]

  • Page 137

    136 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 137 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1-800-21 1-P ANA (7262). This warranty ONL Y COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in [...]

  • Page 138

    138 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 139 Merci d’avoir choisi Panasonic! V ous avez acheté l’un des appareils les plus perfectionnés et les plus fiables actuellement sur le marché. Utilisé selon les directives, il vous apportera ainsi qu’à votre famille des années de plaisir . V euillez prendre le temps de remplir la fiche ci- contre. Le numéro de sér[...]

  • Page 139

    138 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 139 Merci d’avoir choisi Panasonic! V ous avez acheté l’un des appareils les plus perfectionnés et les plus fiables actuellement sur le marché. Utilisé selon les directives, il vous apportera ainsi qu’à votre famille des années de plaisir . V euillez prendre le temps de remplir la fiche ci- contre. Le numéro de sér[...]

  • Page 140

    140 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 141 Index List of LCD monitor displays (P .1 12) A Aerial Photo Mode .................................. 58 AF Assist Lamp....................................... 78 AF Lock .................................................. 34 AF Macro ................................................ 45 AF Mode ...................................[...]

  • Page 141

    140 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 141 Index List of LCD monitor displays (P .1 12) A Aerial Photo Mode .................................. 58 AF Assist Lamp....................................... 78 AF Lock .................................................. 34 AF Macro ................................................ 45 AF Mode ...................................[...]

  • Page 142

    142 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 143 MEMO MEMO[...]

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    142 VQT1Z82 VQT1Z82 143 MEMO MEMO[...]

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    Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic W ay , Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 © Panasonic Corporation 2009 P Printed in Japan VQT1Z82-1 M0209KZ3049 P “A VCHD Lite” and “A VCHD Lite” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Co[...]