Panasonic DMC-ZS27 manual

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    VQT4T08-1 M01 13KZ1013 Owner ’ s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-ZS30 DMC-ZS27 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www .panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)[...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 2 - Before use Before use .............................................. 8 About GPS DMC-ZS30 ............................. 10 About the compass DMC-ZS30 ................. 1 1 Standard Accessories ......................... 12 Names and Functions of Main Parts ... 13 Cursor button .............................................. 14 [...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 3 - Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 57 [Clock Set] ................................................... 57 [Auto Clock Set] DMC-ZS30 ...................... 57 [World T ime] ................................................ 57 [T ravel Date] ................................................ 57 [Airplane Mode] ..........[...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 4 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ....................................... 95 [Portrait] ....................................................... 96 [Soft Skin] .................................................... 96 [Scenery] ..................................................... 96 [Sports] .................[...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 5 - Application (View) Changing the picture information display , etc. ........................................ 129 Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function ................... 130 Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ................................ 132 [2D/3D Settings] ................................[...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 6 - Using the map function ..................... 175 Confirming the place where you took a picture using a map ................................... 175 Displaying your current location on a map ................................................... 176 Displaying only pictures taken in the same area ..................................[...]

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    Contents VQT4T08 - 7 - Send Images Stored in the Camera ............................................... 224 When sending images to smartphone/tablet ..................................... 224 When sending images to PC ..................... 227 When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] ................................ 229 When sending images to WE[...]

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    Before use Before use VQT4T08 - 8 - Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor , or camera body . This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording. • Dropping or hitting the cam[...]

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    Before use Before use VQT4T08 - 9 - ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly . ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or car[...]

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    Before use Before use VQT4T08 - 10 - About GPS DMC-ZS30 Y our Panasonic Lumix digital still camera is GPS-equipped which can automatically record the precise location coordinates of where the photo was taken. The specific physical address of this location can easily be derived from this information. If you upload such “geotagged” photos to the [...]

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    Before use Before use VQT4T08 - 1 1 - About the compass DMC-ZS30 ■ Information measured with this unit is simply a rough estimate. • Please do not use for professional applications. • When using this unit for mountain climbing, trekking, or underwater , in addition to using the measured direction as a rough estimate, please make sure to bring[...]

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    Before use Standard Accessories VQT4T08 - 12 - Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ● The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner ’s Manual. ● Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or batter[...]

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    Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT4T08 - 13 - Mode dial (→28) Use this to select the recording mode. Flash (→74) DMC-ZS30 Built-in GPS antenna (→158) Self-timer indicator (→79) / AF Assist Lamp (→123) NFC antenna (→203) Lens barrel Card/Battery door (→17, 22) Release lever (→17, 22) Speaker (→58) Zoom lever (→70) U[...]

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    Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT4T08 Cursor button - 14 - ● The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. [MENU/SET] • Use this button to display the menus, enter the settings, etc. (→54) Left cursor button ( ) • Self-timer (→79) Down cursor button ( ) • Macro Mode etc. (→76) Up curso[...]

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    Before use T ouch operations VQT4T08 - 15 - This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen. T ouch T o “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull the finger back again. T ouching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions. Drag T o “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the touch sc[...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 16 - Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. • Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) • Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Charge T urn off Y es T urn on No * * During playback only , the ca[...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 17 - Inserting the battery T o charge the battery , insert it into the camera. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Insert the battery all the way • Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation. • Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking [...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 18 - Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Make sure that the camera is turned off. USB connection cable (supplied) • Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug [...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 19 - ■ Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer .) ■ Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 210 min • The charging time indicated above is the[...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 20 - Remaining battery When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed. Remaining battery (only when using battery) (flashes red) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery . Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures [...]

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    Preparations Charging battery VQT4T08 - 21 - ■ Recording motion pictures [Rec Format] [A VCHD] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FHD/60p] [FHD/60i] [FHD/30p] A vailable recording time Approx. 75 min Approx. 80 min Approx. 90 min Actual available recording time * Approx. 30 min Approx. 35 min Approx. 40 min * The time you can actually record when repeatedly tu[...]

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    Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) VQT4T08 - 22 - ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● T o remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the LCD monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.) ?[...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) VQT4T08 - 23 - Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not. ■ Built-in memory (approx. 12 MB) DMC-ZS30 (approx. 70 MB) DMC-ZS27 ● Y ou can store only still pictures. DMC-ZS30 ● Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory . [...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) VQT4T08 - 24 - Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (switch [...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) VQT4T08 - 25 - ■ Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) When [Rec Format] is [A VCHD] [Rec Quality] 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB [FHD/60p] 8m00s 2h31m00s 5h07m00s [FHD/60i] [HD/60p] 14m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s When [Rec Format][...]

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    Preparations Setting the clock VQT4T08 - 26 - The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. • Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the languag[...]

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    Preparations Setting the clock VQT4T08 - 27 - Press to select [Y es] and press [MENU/SET] if automatically correcting time of day using the GPS function • T o manually set date and time → select [No]. • When you select automatic time adjustment using the GPS function, [GPS Setting] is set to [ON]. • For details about [Auto Clock Set] (→16[...]

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    Basics Sequence of operations VQT4T08 - 28 - Basics 1 Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn on the camera 2 Set to the desired recording mode Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use. → [Intelligent Auto] Mode T ake pict ures with autom atic sett ings. (→34) [Program AE] Mode T ake pictures with automatic shutter speed [...]

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    Basics Sequence of operations VQT4T08 - 29 - 3 Aim the camera and shoot ■ T aking still pictures Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■ Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording Motion picture b[...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode VQT4T08 - 30 - T ake pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Set to ([Program AE] Mode) T ake a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button al[...]

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    Basics How to adjust focus VQT4T08 - 31 - When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the center of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the center , follow the steps below . First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area with the subject Hold down halfway Focus display ( When focus is aligned: i[...]

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    Basics T ouching the screen and recording (T ouch Shutter function) VQT4T08 - 32 - This function enables you to focus and record still pictures simply by touching the subjects that appear on the screen. T ouch on the screen • The icon changes to , and you can now proceed with touch shutter recording. T ouch the subject you want to record • The [...]

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    Basics T ouching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure (T ouch AF/AE function) VQT4T08 - 33 - This function enables the focus and exposure to be set when you touch the subject displayed on the screen. • Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→32) released. T ouch the place where you want to set the focus and exposur[...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 34 - This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set to ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) T ake a picture Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When f[...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 35 - Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically . The icon of scene detected Recognizes people Recognizes babies * 1 Recognizes landscapes Recognizes night scenes and people in them * 2 (Only when is [...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 36 - [Motion Deblur] [Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimize the blur of the subject. It is preset to [ON] with this unit. ■ Settings Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Rec] [...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 37 - [iHDR] When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. It is preset to [ON] with this unit. ?[...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 38 - AF T racking This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. ■ With touch screen operations Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→32) released. T[...]

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    Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT4T08 - 39 - [Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions Only the menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed. ● The set[...]

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    Basics Recording motion pictures VQT4T08 - 40 - Y ou can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). • Motion pictures cannot be recorded in the built-in memory . DMC-ZS30 Press the motion picture button to start recording Microphones [Rec Format] (→126) / [Rec Quality] (→126) Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time (approx.) ● Do n[...]

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    Basics Recording motion pictures VQT4T08 - 41 - About recording modes ■ Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. • Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■ Recording motion pictures in The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings. When scene does[...]

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    Basics Recording motion pictures VQT4T08 - 42 - ■ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either A VCHD or MP4 formats. A VCHD: Y ou can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc. A[...]

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    Basics Recording motion pictures VQT4T08 - 43 - ● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously , is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera. ● The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly . ● If data is repeatedly recorded and delet[...]

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    Basics Recording motion pictures VQT4T08 - 44 - Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording Still pictures can be taken while a motion picture is being recorded. [Still Picture Size] [...]

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    Basics Viewing your pictures VQT4T08 - 45 - When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory . Press the Playback button • By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode. Drag your finger across the [...]

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    Basics Viewing your pictures VQT4T08 - 46 - Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers where you want to zoom in On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out. • Y ou can also zoom in by quickly touching the touch screen twice. (If the display w[...]

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    Basics Viewing your pictures VQT4T08 - 47 - Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” Move the zoom lever toward W side Picture no./T otal no. Slide bar (drag this to change display) Motion pictures Panorama pictures • Move the zoom lever toward the W side and you can switch the display methods in the following order: 1-picture screen (full[...]

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    Basics Viewing your pictures VQT4T08 - 48 - Viewing pictures by their recording date [Calendar] Move the zoom lever toward W side several times T ouch the recording date to be displayed, and touch [Set] to enter the date Select the month • Pictures recorded on the selected date will appear on the 30-picture screen. • The recording date can also[...]

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    Basics Viewing motion pictures VQT4T08 - 49 - This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the A VCHD, MP4 and QuickT ime Motion JPEG formats. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and touch Playback now starts. • Y ou can also press to play back motion pictures. Motion picture recording time Motion picture icon (differs dependin[...]

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    Basics Viewing motion pictures VQT4T08 - 50 - ● Y ou can also use the cursor button to perform playback operations. : Pause/play : Stop : Fast rewind (2 steps)/Single-frame rewind (while paused) : Fast forward (2 steps)/Single-frame forward (while paused) [MENU/SET]: Capturing still pictures from motion pictures (→51) • V olume can be adjuste[...]

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    Basics Viewing motion pictures VQT4T08 - 51 - Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback T ouch • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Y es] with cursor button and then press [...]

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    Basics Deleting pictures VQT4T08 - 52 - Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press [ ] button to delete displayed picture • A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Y es] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ● [...]

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    Basics Deleting pictures VQT4T08 - 53 - T o delete multiple (up to 100)/T o delete all pictures A picture group (→130) is handled as 1 picture . (All the pictu res in the select ed picture group are deleted) Press [ ] button while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ● [Delete Multi] Use cursor button[...]

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    Basics Setting the menu VQT4T08 - 54 - Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] • The menu type can also be selected by touch operations. Press to select [AF Mode] and then[...]

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    Basics Setting the menu VQT4T08 - 55 - Menu type ● In recording mode ● In playback mode [Rec] Y ou can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity , Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. [Motion Picture] Y ou can select the recording format and picture quality and other settings. [GPS] DMC-ZS30 Y ou can select the GPS setting, location name display a[...]

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    Basics Setting the menu VQT4T08 - 56 - Using Quick menu During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button Press to select a menu item • The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode. Press to select the settings Press [MENU/SET][...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 57 - [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) ● In [Intelligent Auto] Mode, only [Clock Set], [World T ime], [Airplane Mode], [Beep] and [Stabilizer Demo.] are set. [Clock Set[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 58 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Beep] Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. ■ Settings [Beep Level] / / : Low / High / Mute [Beep T one] / / : Change beep tone. [Shutter V ol.] / / : Low / High / Mute [Shutter T one] / / : Change shutter tone. [Speaker V olume] Adjust volume of s[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 59 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Monitor Display] Adjust brightness and color of the LCD monitor . It is suggested to use the default settings. These are intended to provide a preview of the actual picture, as accurately as possible. Press to select the setting item and press to make [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 60 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Guide Line] Select types of guidelines. ■ Settings: / / [OFF] ● In [Panorama Shot] Mode, a dedicated guideline will display to match the recording direction. This setting can be set to [ON] or [OFF]. [Histogram] Displays distribution of brightness [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 61 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Video Rec Area] Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● Recordable area displayed for motion pictures should be interpreted as a guideline. ● When using Extended optical zoom, [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 62 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Economy] T urn off the camera or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. [Auto Power Off] Automatically shut off the camera while not in use. ■ Settings : [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF] ● T o r[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 63 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. ● The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. ● A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all necessa[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 64 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [USB Mode] Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer or printer with USB connection cable (supplied). Update the GPS assist data. DMC-ZS30 ■ Settings [Select on connection]: Select communication method each time you connect [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 65 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [3D Playback] Set how 3D still picture is output. ■ Settings: [3D] / [2D] ● If you want to play back a picture in 2D (conventional picture) on a 3D television, set to [2D]. ● This item of the menu functions when an HDMI micro cable (optional) is c[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 66 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/built-in memory carefully befo[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT4T08 - 67 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Demo Mode] View demonstration of functions. [Stabilizer Demo.]: Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) Extent of jitter Extent of jitter after correction ● During demo screen display , the Optical Image Stabilizer switches ON and OFF every tim[...]

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    Application (Record) Switching the display of recording information, etc. VQT4T08 - 68 - Application (Record) Y ou can also turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings). Press [DISP .] button to change display With information * 1 Without information With information and with level gauge * 1 * 2 Without information and wi[...]

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    Application (Record) Using the level gauge DMC-ZS30 VQT4T08 - 69 - If you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference. Press [DISP .] button to switch the display Press the button to switch the display . Press the button until the leve[...]

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    Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT4T08 - 70 - Y ou can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom In/Out Capture a wider area (wide-angle) Enlarge the subject (telephoto) • The zoom speed can be set to one of 2 levels using the angle at which the zoom lever is moved. When Extended optical zoom is set Optical Zoom range Zoom bar Di[...]

  • Page 71

    Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT4T08 - 71 - Using the zoom by performing touch operations T ouch The zoom bar appears on the screen. T ouch the T or W edge of the zoom bar on the screen Fast zooming all the way to the T end * Fast zooming Fast zooming all the way to the W end * Slow zooming * When or is touched again while zooming, zooming will [...]

  • Page 72

    Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT4T08 - 72 - Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. ■ Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 20x is possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. (→1 15) ● Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: • [Macro Zoom] • [...]

  • Page 73

    Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT4T08 - 73 - T o increase the zoom ratio further , the following zoom can be used in combination. ■ [i.ZOOM] Y ou can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality . Set [i.Resolution] to [[...]

  • Page 74

    Application (Record) T aking pictures with flash VQT4T08 - 74 - Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] T ype, operations Uses * 1 [Auto] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye] * 2 • Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce red-eye) T aking pictures[...]

  • Page 75

    Application (Record) T aking pictures with flash VQT4T08 - 75 - ■ A vailable types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○ * 1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○○○○○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ ––– ○ ––– – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○○○○○ – ○ – – – – ○ ––––– ○[...]

  • Page 76

    Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures VQT4T08 - 76 - When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. Wide). Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [AF Macro] ( ) and press [MENU/SET] displ[...]

  • Page 77

    Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures VQT4T08 - 77 - [Macro Zoom] T o take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( ) enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ( ). Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [Macro Zoom] ( ) and press [MENU/SET] Adjust the magnification with the[...]

  • Page 78

    Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures VQT4T08 - 78 - Focus range When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. The shortest recording distance differs depending on the zoom ratio and the setting in macro recording mode. ■ Shortest recording distance The shortest recording distance is the distance fro[...]

  • Page 79

    Application (Record) T aking pictures with self-timer VQT4T08 - 79 - 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. Press to display [Self Timer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] T ake a picture Press the shutter button[...]

  • Page 80

    Application (Record) T aking pictures with Exposure Compensation VQT4T08 - 80 - Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] • If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction. • If the p[...]

  • Page 81

    Application (Record) T aking pictures with Exposure Compensation VQT4T08 - 81 - Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([Auto Bracket]) Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically . After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard. Press several times to display [Auto Bracket][...]

  • Page 82

    Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record VQT4T08 - 82 - [Aperture-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the aperture value to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value. Set mode dial to ([Aperture-Priority] Mode) Press [EXPOSURE] button and[...]

  • Page 83

    Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record VQT4T08 - 83 - [Shutter-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes. Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed. Set mode dial to ([Shutter-Priority] Mode) Press [EXPOSURE] button and use curs[...]

  • Page 84

    Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record VQT4T08 - 84 - [Manual Exposure] Mode This mode of recording lets you set any aperture value and shutter speed when exposure adjustment prevents you from recording at the desired exposure (brightness/darkness). Set mode dial to ([Manual Exposure] Mode) • Manual exposure assist i[...]

  • Page 85

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 85 - Y ou can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor . Set mode dial to Press to select an effect, and then press [MENU/SET] • If you press the [DISP .] button, an explan[...]

  • Page 86

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 86 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Expressive] This picture effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color . [Retro] This picture effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture. [High Key] [...]

  • Page 87

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 87 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Low Key] This picture effect creates a darker somber appearance for the entire picture to emphasize the bright portions. [Sepia] This picture effect creates a picture with sepia ton[...]

  • Page 88

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 88 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Impressive Art] A picture effect with strong contrast that illustrates a surreal and dramatic atmosphere. [High Dynamic] This picture effect creates a picture with a well-balanced b[...]

  • Page 89

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 89 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [T oy Effect] This picture effect creates a picture that resembles pictures taken by a toy camera with a reduced amount of peripheral light. ■ Adjusting color Use cursor button to [...]

  • Page 90

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 90 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. ● The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight del[...]

  • Page 91

    Application (Record) T aking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT4T08 - 91 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [One Point Color] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture by retaining the color you selected only , and adds memorable emphasis to it. ■ Selecting color Select the col[...]

  • Page 92

    Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT4T08 - 92 - Y ou can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera towards the direction you want to record, and automatically combining the burst of pictures taken during that time. Set mode dial to [ ] Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [[...]

  • Page 93

    Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT4T08 - 93 - Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion in the selected direction to start recording • T aking pictures from left to right Recording direction and progress status (approximate) 1 sec. 2 sec. 3 sec. 4 sec. • Pan the camera so[...]

  • Page 94

    Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT4T08 - 94 - ● The zoom position is fixed to the W end. ● The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the first picture are significantly [...]

  • Page 95

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 95 - Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Set mode dial to Use cursor button to select the scene and press [MENU/SET] ■ Changing the selected scene mode ([Scene Mode] menu) Press [MENU/S[...]

  • Page 96

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 96 - • How to select a scene (→95) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■ Tips • The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the[...]

  • Page 97

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 97 - • How to select a scene (→95) [Sports] T akes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. ■ Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away . ● Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. [Night Portrait] T akes pictures of people and nightscapes wit[...]

  • Page 98

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 98 - • How to select a scene (→95) [Handheld Night Shot] T akes clear still pictures of night scenes with less jitter and less noise by combining a burst of still pictures. ■ Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away . • After the shutter button has been pr[...]

  • Page 99

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 99 - • How to select a scene (→95) [Baby] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. ■ T o record age and name [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately . Use cursor button to select[...]

  • Page 100

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 100 - • How to select a scene (→95) [High Sens.] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] ■ Settings: [3M] / [2.5M] / [2M] / [2.5M] [Starry Sky] Gives starry s[...]

  • Page 101

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 101 - • How to select a scene (→95) [Underwater] Adjusts the color characteristics of the camera to improve the pictures in an underwater environment. ■ About [White Balance] Y ou can adjust colors according to your preference by using the “White Balance fin[...]

  • Page 102

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 102 - • How to select a scene (→95) [High Speed Video] Motion pictures are recorded by greatly increasing frames per second, so movement can be displayed in slow motion during playback. Use cursor button to select motion picture quality (frame rate), then press [...]

  • Page 103

    Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT4T08 - 103 - • How to select a scene (→95) [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally , and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. T o view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is[...]

  • Page 104

    Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode VQT4T08 - 104 - Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to / allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered. Select the recording mode y[...]

  • Page 105

    Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode VQT4T08 - 105 - [Custom] Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to / . Set mode dial to / ([Custom] mode) • When set to → The camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in . • When set to → Perform st[...]

  • Page 106

    Application (Record) Burst function VQT4T08 - 106 - A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully . Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu (→54) Use cursor button to select the burst setting, and press [MENU/SET] Setting Speed Description No. of pictures * 1 Approx. 2 - 10 pictures/sec. • The burst speed is adj[...]

  • Page 107

    Application (Record) Burst function VQT4T08 - 107 - ■ Note on the picture size setting [Aspect Ratio] 5M, 3M, 0.3M 2.5M, 0.3M 3M 4.5M, 2.5M, 0.3M 3M, 0.3M 2.5M 3.5M, 2M, 0.2M 3.5M, 0.2M 2M 3.5M, 2.5M, 0.2M 2M, 0.2M 2.5M ● Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). (→130) ● Depending on changes in th[...]

  • Page 108

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT4T08 - 108 - • Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. • When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically . ■ How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is (Face Detection)) • The camera recognizes a [...]

  • Page 109

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT4T08 - 109 - ● When Burst is performed, recording information relating to Face Recognition is only added to the first picture. ● If you press the shutter button halfway , then point the camera at a different subject and record, recording information for a differe[...]

  • Page 110

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT4T08 - 1 10 - Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. Y ou can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same [...]

  • Page 111

    Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT4T08 - 1 1 1 - Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered people can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→54) Select [MEMOR Y] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to s[...]

  • Page 112

    Application (Record) Useful features for travel VQT4T08 - 1 12 - [T ravel Date] • For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→54) If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. Select [T ravel Date] from the [Setup] menu (→54) Use cursor button to select [T ravel Setup] and[...]

  • Page 113

    Application (Record) Useful features for travel VQT4T08 - 1 13 - [World T ime] • For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→54) Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Preparation: Set [Auto Clock Set] to [OFF]. (→168) Select [World T ime] from the [Setup] menu (→54) • Message will be displayed when setting for[...]

  • Page 114

    Application (Record) Entering T ext VQT4T08 - 1 14 - Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [T ravel Date] etc. Use cursor button to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Cursor position T ext is inse[...]

  • Page 115

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 1 15 - Y ou can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity , Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Aspect Ratio] Set the aspect ratio of still pictures. ■ Settings: / / / ● Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. ● T[...]

  • Page 116

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 1 16 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Quality] Set quality of picture. ■ Settings: ([Fine]) High quality , priority to picture quality ([Standard]) Standard quality , priority to the number of pictures ● The setting is fixed to , in [High Sens.] Scene Mode. ● When [3D P[...]

  • Page 117

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 1 17 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Extended ISO] The [Sensitivity] setting will become configurable up to [H.6400]. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] [White Balance] Adjust the color depending on the light source to ensure natural color . ■ Settings: [A WB] (automatic) / (outdo[...]

  • Page 118

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 1 18 - ■ Setting White Balance manually ( ) T ake a picture of a white object under the target light source to adjust colors. Select and press [MENU/SET] Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET] White Balance is set to . • Even if the camera is turned off, the [...]

  • Page 119

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 1 19 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [AF Mode] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Settings: / / / / T aking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection) Recognizes faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus ac[...]

  • Page 120

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 120 - ● Focus is fixed to (1-area-focusing) in the following cases: • Scene Modes ([Starry Sky], [High Speed Video]) • [Creative Control] Mode ([Miniature Effect]) ● Use (1-area-focusing) if focus is difficult to align with (Spot-focusing). ● Cannot set to (Face Detection) in the followi[...]

  • Page 121

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 121 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Face Recog.] For details (→108) . [Metering Mode] Y ou can change the position for measuring brightness when correcting exposure. ■ Settings [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions [Multi Metering] Whole screen Norma[...]

  • Page 122

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 122 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Min. Shtr Speed] Sets the minimum value for the shutter speed. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. ■ Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] * 1 [1] * 1 * [...]

  • Page 123

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 123 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Burst] For details (→106) . [Color Mode] Set color effects. ■ Settings: [ST ANDARD] / [VIVID] * 1 (sharper) / [Happy] * 2 / [B&W] / [SEPIA] * 1 Except [Intelligent Auto] Mode * 2 [Intelligent Auto] Mode only [AF Assist Lamp] Illumi[...]

  • Page 124

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 124 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Red-Eye Removal] Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ( ). ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● This setting will work only when [AF Mode] is (Face Detection). ● Depending on[...]

  • Page 125

    Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT4T08 - 125 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Stabilizer] Automatically detects and prevents jitter . ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● The setting is fixed to [ON] in [Handheld Night Shot] Scene Mode. ● The setting is fixed to [OFF] in the following Scene Modes: [Starry Sky], [High Sp[...]

  • Page 126

    Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT4T08 - 126 - Y ou can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Rec Format] Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. ■ Settings [A VCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-defini[...]

  • Page 127

    Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT4T08 - 127 - ● What is bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger . This unit is using the “VBR” recording method. “VBR” is an abbreviation of “V ariable Bit Rate”, and the bit rate (volume of data[...]

  • Page 128

    Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT4T08 - 128 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) Level Shot function DMC-ZS30 Level Shot function automatically detects the camera’s tilt while recording motion pictures, and horizontally corrects the recording motion picture so it will not be tilted. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OF[...]

  • Page 129

    Application (View) Changing the picture information display , etc. VQT4T08 - 129 - Application (View) Y ou can disable the display of picture information (file number , etc.) and recording information (settings used for recording, etc.) when a picture is played back. Press [DISP .] button to change display Has picture information (recording date an[...]

  • Page 130

    Application (View) Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function VQT4T08 - 130 - Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). ■ Representative picture display A representative picture (first burst picture) is displayed when it is displayed together with other still pictures or with motion pi[...]

  • Page 131

    Application (View) Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function VQT4T08 - 131 - ● Burst pictures cannot be displayed as a picture group during [GPS Area Play] DMC-ZS30 or [Favorite] playback with [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play]. ● The following operation cannot be performed while a representative first burst picture is being d[...]

  • Page 132

    Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT4T08 - 132 - Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. T o change the Playback Mode, refer to and perform the following steps. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode The menu selection screen is displayed. Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SE[...]

  • Page 133

    Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] VQT4T08 - 133 - Y ou can narrow down the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as recording dates, categories, or favorite pictures. Select [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) Select the filtering method using cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] [Pictu[...]

  • Page 134

    Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] VQT4T08 - 134 - Narrowing down by selecting picture type Select picture type, such as still pictures only or motion pictures only , then play them back. Select [Picture Only] / [Video Only] / [3D Play] in [Filtering Play] and press [MENU/SET] (→133) [Picture Only] Play back still[...]

  • Page 135

    Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] VQT4T08 - 135 - Narrowing down by selecting the location where the pictures were taken DMC-ZS30 Specify place on the map, then select from pictures with nearby location information recorded and play back. Preparation: T o use a detailed map to specify a place, copy the map data rec[...]

  • Page 136

    Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] VQT4T08 - 136 - Narrowing down by selecting pictures recorded at a destination Play back pictures with [T ravel Date] (→1 12) that have been set at the time of their recording. Select [T ravel] in [Filtering Play] and press [MENU/SET] (→133) Use cursor button to select the sett[...]

  • Page 137

    Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] VQT4T08 - 137 - Narrowing down by selecting recording date Select the recorded date, and play the pictures back. Select [Select Date] in [Filtering Play] and press [MENU/SET] (→133) Use cursor button to select recording date and press [MENU/SET] ■ T o change the date to display[...]

  • Page 138

    Application (View) Playing back pictures in order automatically [Slide Show] VQT4T08 - 138 - Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select [Slide Show] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) Use cursor button to select [Start] and press [MENU/SET] ■ T o select pictures for automatic play back If [...]

  • Page 139

    Application (View) Playing back pictures in order automatically [Slide Show] VQT4T08 - 139 - ■ Operations during Slide Show The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the LCD monitor . Pause/play Previous Next Stop V olume down V olume up • If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off. T o[...]

  • Page 140

    Application (View) Searching by recording date [Calendar] VQT4T08 - 140 - Y ou can search for pictures by the date they were recorded. Select [Calendar] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) T ouch the recording date to be displayed Select the month • Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen. T ouch [Set] to display [...]

  • Page 141

    Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT4T08 - 141 - [Auto Retouch] Y ou can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. • Example p[...]

  • Page 142

    Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT4T08 - 142 - [Creative Retouch] Y ou can retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you want to apply . • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. Sel[...]

  • Page 143

    Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT4T08 - 143 - Setting Effect [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. [Star Filter] This picture effect creates a picture with the light from the light so[...]

  • Page 144

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 144 - Y ou can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) • The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ● In the following cases, new pictures are created after they have [...]

  • Page 145

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 145 - ■ Abort writing location information Press [MENU/SET] while location information is being written • [ ] is displayed for the period of the abort operation. If selected again while [ ] is displayed, writing location information will resume where it left off. ■ Delete received locatio[...]

  • Page 146

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 146 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Title Edit] Y ou can give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ● [SINGLE] Use cursor button to select a still picture and pres[...]

  • Page 147

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 147 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [T ext Stamp] Stamps the recorded pictures with recording date and time, place name information, names, travel destination, [T ravel Date], recording direction etc. DMC-ZS30 The recording date and time, the text registered by [Baby] or [[...]

  • Page 148

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 148 - ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time [Name] : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [T ravel Date] [[...]

  • Page 149

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 149 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Retouch] [Auto Retouch]: For details (→141) [Creative Retouch]: For details (→142) [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish [...]

  • Page 150

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 150 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) ■ [SINGLE] Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] [...]

  • Page 151

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 151 - ■ [MUL TI] Use cursor button to select [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [DISP .] button (up to 100 pictures) Number of pixels before/after resizing Resize setting • T o cancel → [...]

  • Page 152

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 152 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position • Confirmation screen is displayed. [...]

  • Page 153

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 153 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Favorite] By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only , or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Us[...]

  • Page 154

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 154 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility .) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_1 [...]

  • Page 155

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 155 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ● [SINGLE] Pi[...]

  • Page 156

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 156 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Face Rec Edit] Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Use cursor button to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the picture and press [MENU/SET] U[...]

  • Page 157

    Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT4T08 - 157 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Copy] Y ou can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Use cursor button to select the copy method (direction) and press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card (go to step ). : Copy 1 picture at a tim[...]

  • Page 158

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 158 - GPS and map functions Before using the GPS function, read “About GPS” (→10) and “License Agreement for Place Name and Map Data” (→296) . GPS stands for Global Positioning System. Y ou can check your current location using GPS satell[...]

  • Page 159

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 159 - [GPS Setting] When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the camera periodically receives radio signals from the GPS satellites and executes positioning. When positioning is executed successfully , the place name and position (latitude and longitude) informat[...]

  • Page 160

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 160 - ■ 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 l[...]

  • Page 161

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 161 - ■ Information to be recorded on the pictures When the camera successfully executes positioning, it records the following information in still pictures and motion pictures * . • Location information (latitude and longitude) • Place name in[...]

  • Page 162

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 162 - Executing the positioning function right away to update the current location If the displayed place name is different from the current location or a previous location is displayed, update the positioning information. If some time has elapsed si[...]

  • Page 163

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 163 - ■ Interval between positioning operations Even if the positioning information is not updated, the camera automatically tries to execute positioning immediately after it is turned on and subsequently at regular intervals when [GPS Setting] is [...]

  • Page 164

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture VQT4T08 - 164 - [Area Info. Set] Y ou can change the recorded place name information items to be displayed on the screen. Select [Area Info. Set] from [GPS] menu and press [MENU/ SET] Use cursor button to select an item to be changed and press [MENU/SET] Use c[...]

  • Page 165

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the place name information to be recorded VQT4T08 - 165 - When there are other candidate locations as a result of positioning, you can change the location information to another place name or landmark in the neighborhood. • When there is a choice for differing place name information, appears in front of the[...]

  • Page 166

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the recorded GPS information VQT4T08 - 166 - [Edit Location] Y ou can edit the location information (latitude and longitude) recorded on still pictures and motion pictures. • When you edit the location information, the place name information is deleted. Preparation: Before editing the location information u[...]

  • Page 167

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the recorded GPS information VQT4T08 - 167 - [Edit Place Name] Y ou can edit a place name or landmark name recorded in a picture. Select [Edit GPS Data] from the [Playback] menu or [Map] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Edit Plac[...]

  • Page 168

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Adjusting the time using GPS VQT4T08 - 168 - Y ou can automatically update the [Clock Set] of the camera using the date and time information contained in GPS radio signals. When you move to a different time zone from your home area and positioning is executed successfully , the camera automatically adjusts the time to[...]

  • Page 169

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 169 - Y ou can reduce the time required for positioning by copying in advance the predicted satellite information (GPS assist data) of GPS satellites required for positioning to the camera. • For downloading/updating GPS assist data, there is a method to use the ?[...]

  • Page 170

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 170 - ■ Using “GPS Assist T ool” by connecting the camera and computer Preparation: T urn on the computer and close all other open application programs. Select [Assist Data] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Update] and press [MEN[...]

  • Page 171

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 171 - ■ Using a card reader/writer (commercially available) Preparation: • Turn on the computer that is connected to a card reader/writer (commercially available) and close all other open application programs. • Insert a memory card in the camera before starti[...]

  • Page 172

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 172 - ■ Operating the “GPS Assist T ool” Start up the “GPS Assist T ool” on the computer • Windows: Double-click [GPSASIST .EXE] stored in the connected camera or memory card • Mac: Double-click [GPSASIST .DMG] stored in the connected camera or memory [...]

  • Page 173

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 173 - Using the Wi-Fi function to update Y ou can connect to a wireless access point that is hooked up to the Internet and update GPS assist data. Select [Assist Data] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Update] and press [MENU/SET] Use c[...]

  • Page 174

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning VQT4T08 - 174 - Checking the expiration date of the GPS assist data The GPS assist data expires in 30 days. We recommend using new GPS assist data. Select [Assist Data] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Expiry Date] and press [MENU/SET] ● Y ou [...]

  • Page 175

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function VQT4T08 - 175 - Y ou 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 disc to a memory card, you can display more detailed maps. (→179) ● The place name information recorded on a picture and the pla[...]

  • Page 176

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function VQT4T08 - 176 - Displaying your current location on a map When positioning is executed successfully using GPS, you can display your current location on a map. • Make sure to set [GPS Setting] to [ON]. (→159) Press [MAP] button in playback mode T ouch [My Location] T ime elapsed after positio[...]

  • Page 177

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function VQT4T08 - 177 - Displaying only pictures taken in the same area Y ou can select the area of a picture on a map to narrow down the pictures to be displayed. Press [MAP] button in playback mode Display the map so that the place where you took the pictures is moved within the display range of the f[...]

  • Page 178

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function VQT4T08 - 178 - Displaying a map by selecting a country or region Y ou can select a place name and display a map of the area it is located in. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode Use cursor button to select [Map] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Select Area] and press [MENU/S[...]

  • Page 179

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) VQT4T08 - 179 - Y ou can use “LUMIX Map T ool” to copy the map data on the disc (supplied) to a memory card. When the map data is copied to the memory card, detailed maps can be displayed on the camera. The disc supplied with your camera contains more detailed map data and[...]

  • Page 180

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) VQT4T08 - 180 - Copying the map data to a memory card Preparation: • Install “LUMIX Map T ool” on your computer b efore starting the copying procedure. (→179) • Turn on the computer and close all other open application programs. • Insert the supplied disc in your c[...]

  • Page 181

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) VQT4T08 - 181 - ■ Copying map data directly to a memory card in the camera from the computer instead of a card reader/writer (commercially available) Y ou can copy the map data to a memory card inserted in the camera by connecting the camera to a computer using the USB conne[...]

  • Page 182

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark VQT4T08 - 182 - Y ou can register a user-defined location that is not registered in this camera as my landmark in order to display it when positioning is executed or to record it on a picture. (Up to 50 landmarks) ● Y ou can only register the landmark name as My landmark. (Y ou cannot registe[...]

  • Page 183

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark VQT4T08 - 183 - Registering the recording location as my landmark Y ou can use the location information of a picture to register it as My landmark. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode Use cursor button to select [Map] menu or [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [My Landmar[...]

  • Page 184

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark VQT4T08 - 184 - Selecting My landmark and displaying it on a map Y ou can display a map by moving the registered My landmark to the center . Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode Use cursor button to select [Map] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Select Area] and press [MENU/SE[...]

  • Page 185

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the compass VQT4T08 - 185 - Measures the 16 cardinal directions based on the orientation of this unit’s lens. • The colored part of the compass needle points north. • If [GPS Setting] is set to [OFF], declination correction is not performed. North About declination correction Earth is a large magnet that h[...]

  • Page 186

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the compass VQT4T08 - 186 - Adjusting the compass When the [×] appears on the compass, please perform [Calibrate compass]. Select [Calibrate compass] from [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET] Hold this unit vertically , and circle it in a figure 8 a few times by twisting your wrist • When adjustment is successfu[...]

  • Page 187

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log VQT4T08 - 187 - Location information positioned using GPS can be recorded as a “GPS log”. When the GPS log is used, 1 day of traveling can be displayed with this unit’s map. An output of the GPS log file can also be utilized on compatible websites, etc. Recording the GPS log Y ou can set the GP[...]

  • Page 188

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log VQT4T08 - 188 - Displaying the GPS log on the map T ouch [ ] while map is displayed • Y ou can also perform this operation from [Display GPS Log] in the [Map] menu. T ouch the date of the GPS log you want to display , then touch [Set] • Y ou can also use cursor button to select recording date and[...]

  • Page 189

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log VQT4T08 - 189 - Outputting the GPS log file Convert GPS log files (NMEA format) to KML format and output to use it on a website, etc., that supports the KML format. Select [GPS Log] from [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [KML File Output] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor butt[...]

  • Page 190

    GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log VQT4T08 - 190 - Deleting the GPS log Select [GPS Log] from [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Delete Log] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [1 DA Y] / [ALL] and press [MENU/SET] ● For [1 DA Y] Use cursor button to select the date, and press [MENU/SET] • Di[...]

  • Page 191

    Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ® function VQT4T08 - 191 - Wi-Fi ■ Use the camera as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damag[...]

  • Page 192

    Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ® function VQT4T08 - 192 - ■ Images that can be sent Images to send JPEG MP4 * 1 A VCHD * 1 * 2 3D Destination [Smartphone] ○ ○ – – [PC] ○ ○ ○ ○ [Cloud Sync. Service] ○ ○ – ○ [Web service] ○ ○ – ○ [A V device] [Home] ○ – – ○ [External] ○ – – ○ [Printer] ○ – – – * 1 Sending by [S[...]

  • Page 193

    Wi-Fi Wi-Fi ® function VQT4T08 - 193 - ● The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ● Use a IEEE802.1 1b, IEEE802.1 1g or IEEE802.1 1n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ● We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security . ● When the battery indicator is fla[...]

  • Page 194

    Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function VQT4T08 - 194 - Linking with the Wi-Fi compatible equipment allows you to remotely operate the camera, or share pictures with people in distant places even during recording or playing back. [Remote Shooting] (→197) [Playback on TV] (→209) Linking with a smartphone/tablet enables the following: • R[...]

  • Page 195

    Wi-Fi Sequence of connecting operation VQT4T08 - 195 - The operation to connect this unit to other devices by Wi-Fi differs by function, connection method, etc. Perform operation by following the screen display and refer to the manual, etc. for the connecting device or WEB service. Preparation: Y ou may be requir ed to configure settings on applica[...]

  • Page 196

    Wi-Fi Sequence of connecting operation VQT4T08 - 196 - What you can do with the [Wi-Fi] button when connected to Wi-Fi Press [Wi-Fi] button when connected to Wi-Fi Use cursor button to select the item, and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [T erminate the Connection] T erminates the Wi-Fi connection. [Change the Destination] T erminates the Wi-Fi c[...]

  • Page 197

    Wi-Fi Remote Shooting VQT4T08 - 197 - Y ou can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet. Y ou need to install “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” The “Panasonic Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/tablet to perform the f[...]

  • Page 198

    Wi-Fi Remote Shooting VQT4T08 - 198 - Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Y ou can easily connect using the NFC function. For details (→202) . Preparations: Install the “Image App” in advance. (→197) Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection] and press [MENU/SET] • Y ou can also select it by touch operations. • When[...]

  • Page 199

    Wi-Fi Remote Shooting VQT4T08 - 199 - ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) After performing step , press the [DISP .] button (→198) Use cursor button to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set • For details (→205) . (On your smartphone/tablet) On th[...]

  • Page 200

    Wi-Fi Remote Shooting VQT4T08 - 200 - T aking 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 A VCHD motion pictures at [60p] in [FHD]. [...]

  • Page 201

    Wi-Fi Remote Shooting VQT4T08 - 201 - Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet Y ou can acquire location information from a smartphone/tablet, and write it on images afterwards. Refer to (→144) for how to write the location information on the images recorded by this unit. Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet • The screen[...]

  • Page 202

    Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) VQT4T08 - 202 - Use the NFC (Near Field Communication) function to easily connect this unit to a smartphone with Wi-Fi, to record remotely , and send pictures to a smartphone. • This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above). (Not available in certain models) ■ Prep[...]

  • Page 203

    Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) VQT4T08 - 203 - Connecting easily to a smartphone for remote control If you use the NFC function, the operation for “Connecting to smartphone/tablet” becomes quicker (→198) Start “Image App” on the smartphone Place your smartphone to the side of this unit Place the NFC area of your smartphone ove[...]

  • Page 204

    Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) VQT4T08 - 204 - T ransferring a still picture easily to your smartphone Y ou can use the NFC function to easily transfer a still picture displayed on this unit to a smartphone with “Image App” installed. Start “Image App” on the smartphone Display the still picture to be transferred to your smartph[...]

  • Page 205

    Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point VQT4T08 - 205 - This section describes how to use the Wi-Fi connection to connect to compatible devices and other equipment via a wireless access point. Camera Wireless access point Compatible devices, etc., on network Use cursor button to select [Via Network] in the connection method settings screen, an[...]

  • Page 206

    Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point VQT4T08 - 206 - When connecting with [WPS (PIN code)] Use cursor button to select the wireless access point you are connecting to, and press [MENU/SET] Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the wireless access point Press [MENU/SET] • Refer to the wireless access point instruction manu[...]

  • Page 207

    Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point VQT4T08 - 207 - ■ When connecting with [Manual Input] If the wireless access point does not appear , you can directly enter the SSID. In step (→206) , use cursor button to select [Manual Input], and then press [MENU/SET] Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, then select [[...]

  • Page 208

    Wi-Fi Connecting directly VQT4T08 - 208 - Directly connect this unit to the device you are using as a wireless access point. Y ou can connect this unit and your device in a method supported by your device. Camera Wi-Fi compatible devices Use cursor button to select [Direct] in the connection method settings screen, and then press [MENU/SET] Use cur[...]

  • Page 209

    Wi-Fi Playback on TV VQT4T08 - 209 - Y ou can use the Wi-Fi function [Playback on TV] to display pictures on a television that is compatible with a DLNA certified digital media renderer (DMR). Displaying the picture on TV right after taking it/ Displaying the picture on TV by playing it back on the camera • For details about compatible devices, r[...]

  • Page 210

    Wi-Fi Playback on TV VQT4T08 - 210 - T ake or play back pictures on this unit • T o change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) ● Motion pictures cannot be displayed on a TV . ● During the multi/calendar playback, pictures displayed on the screen of this unit are not displayed on TV . ● When a TV is connected to this un[...]

  • Page 211

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 21 1 - A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer . • Motion pictures cannot be sent. • If you turn off this unit or the Wi-Fi connection before sending is complete, unsent pictures will not be[...]

  • Page 212

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 212 - Select a connection method ■ When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set Start “Image App” on[...]

  • Page 213

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 213 - Use cursor button to select the device you want to connect to, and then press [MENU/SET] • When the connection is established, the screen is displayed. T o change the send setting, press the [DISP .] button. (→214) T ake pictures • The pictures are sent automatically after taking them. • T o[...]

  • Page 214

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 214 - Changing the settings for sending images Press the [DISP .] button on the confirmation screen of destination Use cursor button to select the item, and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [Size] Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Auto] * 1 /[Change] • If you select [Auto], the image size is determ[...]

  • Page 215

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 215 - When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (→217) • If the standard settings are changed for the workgroup on the connected PC, you must change settings in [PC Connection] on this unit. [...]

  • Page 216

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 216 - Use cursor button to select the folder you want to send to, and then press [MENU/SET] • When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. T o change the send setting, press [DISP .] button. (→214) T ake pictures • T o change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) Y o[...]

  • Page 217

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 217 - T o create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account (account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)) consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. ■ When using “[...]

  • Page 218

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 218 - When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: Y ou need to regist er to “LUMI X CLUB ” (→2 43) and conf igure the Cloud Syn c. setting (→21 9) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder . Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] • Y[...]

  • Page 219

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 219 - ■ About the images sent to a Cloud Folder by the use of [Cloud Sync. Service] (As of January 2013) T o send images to a PC, Cloud Sync. setting is required. Configure the settings on a PC with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” or on a smartphone/tablet with “Image App”. • If you set the picture destinati[...]

  • Page 220

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 220 - When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: Y ou need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or Y ouT ube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WE[...]

  • Page 221

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 221 - ● Images uploaded to the WEB Service cannot be displayed or deleted with this camera. Check images by accessing the WEB Service with your smartphone/tablet or computer . ● If sending images fails, a report email outlining the failure will be sent to the email address registered with “LUMIX CLU[...]

  • Page 222

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 222 - When sending images to A V device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: • Registration to “LUMIX CLUB”. (→243) • Ad[...]

  • Page 223

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording VQT4T08 - 223 - Use cursor button to select a device you want to connect, and then press [MENU/SET] • When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. T o change the send setting, press [DISP .] button. (→214) T ake pictures • T o change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) Y ou [...]

  • Page 224

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 224 - • When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. • Details of the playback menu [Favorite] or [Print Set] settings will not be sent. • Some images taken with a different camera may not be able to be sent. [...]

  • Page 225

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 225 - Select a connection method ■ When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set Start “Image App?[...]

  • Page 226

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 226 - Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and then press [MENU/SET] Select and send the images ■ [SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Y es], the operation is executed. ■ [MUL TI] setting Use cur[...]

  • Page 227

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 227 - When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (→217) • If the standard settings are changed for the workgroup on the connected PC, you must change settings in [PC Connection] on this u[...]

  • Page 228

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 228 - Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and then press [MENU/SET] • T o change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) Select and send the images ■ [SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] • Confirmation screen is displayed. If y[...]

  • Page 229

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 229 - When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: Y ou need to regist er to “LUMI X CLUB ” (→2 43) and conf igure the Cloud Syn c. setting (→21 9) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder . Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] [...]

  • Page 230

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 230 - Select and send the images ■ [SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Y es], the operation is executed. ■ [MUL TI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP .] button to set (re[...]

  • Page 231

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 231 - When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: Y ou need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or Y ouT ube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multip[...]

  • Page 232

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 232 - Select and send the images ■ [SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Y es], the operation is executed. ■ [MUL TI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP .] button to set (re[...]

  • Page 233

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 233 - When sending images to A V device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: • Registration to “LUMIX CLUB”. (→243) ?[...]

  • Page 234

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 234 - Use cursor button to select a device you want to connect, and then press [MENU/SET] • When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. T o change the send setting, press [DISP .] button. (→214) Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and then press [MENU/SET] • T o chang[...]

  • Page 235

    Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera VQT4T08 - 235 - When sending images to Printer Y ou can print out recorded pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN- compatible) * printer . * Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. See the following website for information on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer . http://panasonic.jp[...]

  • Page 236

    Wi-Fi Connecting with a setting you used before (Connect from History) VQT4T08 - 236 - If you want to make a Wi-Fi connection with the setting you used before, you can select it from the history , and connect. • The number of settings that can be saved in the history is limited. It is recommended that you save frequently used Wi-Fi connection set[...]

  • Page 237

    Wi-Fi Connect from Favorites VQT4T08 - 237 - Y ou can register a frequently used connection method from your History . • For details on how to register , (→236) . Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [Favorite Connection] and press [MENU/SET] • Y ou can also select it by touch operations. Use cursor button to select the desired co[...]

  • Page 238

    Wi-Fi T ransferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] VQT4T08 - 238 - T ransfer recorded images to a PC, an A V device or a Cloud Folder automatically . • When [Auto T ransfer] is set to [ON], the camera automatically uploads recorded pictures. For this reason pictures may be uploaded unintentionally if, for example, you share this unit wit[...]

  • Page 239

    Wi-Fi T ransferring pictures automatically [Smart T ransfer] VQT4T08 - 239 - Setting [Smart T ransfer] Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart T ransfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select transfer destination and press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless[...]

  • Page 240

    Wi-Fi T ransferring pictures automatically [Smart T ransfer] VQT4T08 - 240 - [Smart T ransfer] Preparation: Set [Smart T ransfer]. (→239) T urn off the camera (When using a power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and the camera using the USB connection cable (supplied), and plug the AC adaptor (supplied) into the electrical outlet (When u[...]

  • Page 241

    Wi-Fi T ransferring pictures automatically [Smart T ransfer] VQT4T08 - 241 - Changing transfer destination and settings of pictures Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart T ransfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Set Destination] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to[...]

  • Page 242

    Wi-Fi T ransferring pictures automatically [Smart T ransfer] VQT4T08 - 242 - ■ T o change priority settings for charging and picture transfer [Charge Priority] Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart T ransfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Charge Priority] and press [[...]

  • Page 243

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 243 - About the [LUMIX CLUB] Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” login ID (free). If you register this unit to the “LUMIX CLUB”, you can synchronize images between the devices you are using, or transfer these images to WEB services. Use the “LUMIX CLUB” when uploading pictures to WEB services or external A V de[...]

  • Page 244

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 244 - Use cursor button to select [New account], and press [MENU/SET] • Connect to the network. Proceed to the next page by pressing [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen will be displayed if a login ID has already been acquired for the camera. Select [Y es] to acquire a new login ID, or [No] if you do not n[...]

  • Page 245

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 245 - Check or change the acquired login ID/password Preparation: T o change the “LUMIX CLUB” password on the camera, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone/tablet or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB” password in advance. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to sele[...]

  • Page 246

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 246 - T o set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphone/tablet Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone/tablet is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or WEB services. ■ When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID Connect this un[...]

  • Page 247

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 247 - Delete your login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the login ID from the camera when transferring it to another party or disposing of it. Y ou can also delete your “LUMIX CLUB” account. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select [LUMIX CLUB], and press [MENU/S[...]

  • Page 248

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 248 - Using WEB services When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or Y ouT ube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously . • Check the “F AQ/Contact us” on the following site for[...]

  • Page 249

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 249 - Configuring the external A V device settings Images can be sent to the A V device of relatives and acquaintances via “LUMIX CLUB”. • See the following site for A V device that is compatible with “LUMIX CLUB”. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only .) [...]

  • Page 250

    Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” VQT4T08 - 250 - ■ Change or delete information on registered A V device Information on A V device that has already been saved can be changed or deleted. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select [External A V device], and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the A V device you want t[...]

  • Page 251

    Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu VQT4T08 - 251 - Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. (excluding [Network Address]) • For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→54) . Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select ite[...]

  • Page 252

    Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu VQT4T08 - 252 - Item Description [Wi-Fi Password] T o prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input scr[...]

  • Page 253

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 253 - Connecting with other devices Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI micro cable (optional) or A V cable (optional). ● Also consult TV operating manual. Preparation: • Set [TV Aspect] to connect your camera to a TV using the A V [...]

  • Page 254

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 254 - ■ T o connect with an HDMI micro cable (optional) ● Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (optional). ● Some of the playback functions cannot be performed. ● The following menus cannot be used: [Setup], [Playback], [GPS] DMC-ZS30 , [Map] DMC-ZS30 , and [Wi-Fi]. ●[...]

  • Page 255

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 255 - VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDA VI Control™) What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ● VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Link- compatible devices by connecting HDMI micro cables (optional) for enabling easy operation with the VIERA remote control. (Some operations[...]

  • Page 256

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 256 - Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON] (→64) . Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI micro cable (optional) (→253) T urn on the camera and press the playback button • By holding down the Playback button while the camera i[...]

  • Page 257

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 257 - Viewing 3D still pictures If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV , and play back still pictures that you recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV . If a 3D-capable TV has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures that you recorded by ins[...]

  • Page 258

    Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT4T08 - 258 - ● On the LCD monitor of this camera, 3D still pictures will be played back in 2D (conventional pictures). ● If you switch between 3D still pictures and normal still pictures while playing back pictures, a black screen will be displayed for a few seconds. ● If you select a thum[...]

  • Page 259

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures in the recorder VQT4T08 - 259 - The methods for copying still and motion pictures recorded with this camera to other devices vary according to the file format (JPEG, MPO, A VCHD, MP4). Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the SD card into the record[...]

  • Page 260

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 260 - Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together . • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer . • If your computer does [...]

  • Page 261

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 261 - About supplied softwares The following softwares are provided on the disc (supplied). Install the software on your computer before using. • T o read the supplied DVD, use a DVD drive with single-sided dual layer support. DMC-ZS30 ■ PHOTOfunST[...]

  • Page 262

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 262 - ■ LUMIX Map T ool 1.1 DMC-ZS30 Y ou can copy the map data recorded on the disc (supplied) to your card. If map data is copied to the card, you can display a detailed map with this unit. • For information about using it (→179) • Operating [...]

  • Page 263

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 263 - Installing supplied software The software compatible with your PC will be installed. Preparation: • Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software. • Before inserting disc (supplied), please terminate all other a[...]

  • Page 264

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 264 - Connect camera to computer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Use cursor button on the camera t[...]

  • Page 265

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 265 - ■ Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (except A VCHD motion pictures) Y ou can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer . DCIM (Still/motion [...]

  • Page 266

    Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT4T08 - 266 - ■ For PTP mode The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→64) is set to [PictBridge(PTP)]. • Only picture output can be performed. • If you cannot connect to your PC in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and reconnect[...]

  • Page 267

    Connecting with other devices Printing VQT4T08 - 267 - Preparation: • When printing pictures from the built-in memory , remove any memory cards. • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer , as needed. • Turn on the camera and printer . Connect camera to printer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the suppli[...]

  • Page 268

    Connecting with other devices Printing VQT4T08 - 268 - ● Disconnect USB connection cable (supplied) after printing. ● Turn of f the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ● When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable (supplied). ● Motion pictu[...]

  • Page 269

    Connecting with other devices Printing VQT4T08 - 269 - Printing multiple pictures Use cursor button to select [Multi Print] in step (→267) Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET] • [Multi Select] : Scroll between pictures with cursor button, select pictures to print with the [DISP .] button. (Press [DISP .] button again to release[...]

  • Page 270

    Connecting with other devices Printing VQT4T08 - 270 - Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures [...]

  • Page 271

    Others Using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) instead of the battery VQT4T08 - 271 - Others By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and play back without worrying about the remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor . DC IN socke[...]

  • Page 272

    Others List of LCD monitor displays VQT4T08 - 272 - Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In recording Recording Mode (→28) Ba ckl ig ht Co mp ens at ion (→ 35, 37 ) 60 p Rec Format (→126) Rec Quality (→126) Picture Size (→1 15) Quality (→1 16) Flash Mode (→74) Stabilizer (→125) Motion Deblur (→36) Ji[...]

  • Page 273

    Others List of LCD monitor displays VQT4T08 - 273 - Custom Set (→105) Level Shot function (→128) DMC-ZS30 GPS reception icon (→160) DMC-ZS30 Upda ting GPS posi tion ing (→160 ) DMC-ZS30 Exposure Compensation (→80) AF T racking (→38, 1 19) AF Assist Lamp (→123) Metering Mode (→121) ISO Sensitivity (→1 16) F4.0 Aperture value (→30[...]

  • Page 274

    Others List of LCD monitor displays VQT4T08 - 274 - Current date/time World time (→1 13) Name * (→99) Age in years/months * (→99, 108) Place name information * (→165) DMC-ZS30 Changing the GPS place name (→165) DMC-ZS30 Destination settings * (→1 12) T ravel elapsed days * (→1 12) Focus range (→78) Zoom (→70) * • The displaying [...]

  • Page 275

    Others List of LCD monitor displays VQT4T08 - 275 - Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In playback Playback Mode (→132) Protected picture (→155) Favorites (→153) Date/text stamped display (→125, 147) Color Mode (→123) Retouched picture (→141, 142) Picture Size (→1 15) Quality (→1 16) Battery capacity[...]

  • Page 276

    Others List of LCD monitor displays VQT4T08 - 276 - Print settings (→154) With location information (→161) With place name information (→161) DMC-ZS30 Acq uir ing info rmatio n icon (→1 30) Monitor Luminance (→59) Recording Mode (→28) Flash Mode (→74) White Balance (→1 17) Exposure Compensation (→80) ISO Sensitivity (→1 16) F4.0[...]

  • Page 277

    Others Message displays VQT4T08 - 277 - Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor . [This memory card cannot be used] ● Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures (→45) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data o[...]

  • Page 278

    Others Message displays VQT4T08 - 278 - [Memory card parameter error] ● Card is not of SD standard. ● When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ● Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly (→22) . ● Dat[...]

  • Page 279

    Others Message displays VQT4T08 - 279 - [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] ● Check following regarding the wireless access point. → The wireless ac cess point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key . (→206) → Power of the[...]

  • Page 280

    Others Message displays VQT4T08 - 280 - [Unavailable. Please set Login settings on LUMIX CLUB web site.] ● Login to the “LUMIX CLUB” from your smartphone/tablet or PC, and set the login details of the destination WEB service. [Both picture and video sharing service cannot be selected together] ● WEB services designed only for pictures, and [...]

  • Page 281

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 281 - T ry checking these items (→281 - 291) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→63) . (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery , power The charging lamp tu[...]

  • Page 282

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 282 - GPS (continued) DMC-ZS30 Positioning takes time. ● When using the camera for the first time or after not using it for a while, positioning may take several minutes. ● Positioning usually takes less than two minutes, but because the positions of the GPS satellites change, it may take longer dependi[...]

  • Page 283

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 283 - Recording Cannot record pictures. ● Built-in memory/card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→52) . Recorded pictures look white. ● Lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). → Turn the camera on to extract lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ● Lens is fog[...]

  • Page 284

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 284 - Recording (continued) Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the LCD monitor during recording. ● This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. It appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malf[...]

  • Page 285

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 285 - Flash No flash emitted. ● Flash set to [Forced Flash Off] (→74) . ● The flash becomes unavailable in the following cases : • [Auto Bracket] • [Burst] (Excluding [Flash Burst]) • Scene Modes ([Scenery], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Sunset], [Starry Sky], [Glass Through], [...]

  • Page 286

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 286 - Playback (continued) Blacken red areas of recorded pictures. ● When digital red-eye correction ( , ) is operating, if a subject is recorded that has skin- colored areas with red areas inside, the digital red-eye correction function may blacken the red areas. → We recommend setting the flash to , o[...]

  • Page 287

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 287 - About the Wi-Fi function (continued) It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone/tablet. ● It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting of the smartphone/ tablet, but it is not a malfunction. This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the s[...]

  • Page 288

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 288 - About the Wi-Fi function (continued) Y our “LUMIX CLUB” login ID and password were deleted after sending the camera in to be repaired. ● The settings stored in the camera may be deleted depending on the type of repair . → Always make a copy of important settings. There is an image that could n[...]

  • Page 289

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 289 - TV , computer , printer No image appears on TV . Image blurred or not colored. ● Not connected correctly (→253) . ● The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. TV screen display different to LCD monitor . ● Aspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televis[...]

  • Page 290

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 290 - TV , computer , printer (continued) Computer does not recognize card (only reads built-in memory). ● Disconnect USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect with card in place. Computer does not recognize card. (When using an SDXC Memory Cards) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDX[...]

  • Page 291

    Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT4T08 - 291 - Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→66) . Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ● [AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] (→123) . A[...]

  • Page 292

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 292 - When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● 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 t[...]

  • Page 293

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 293 - When not using for a while ● T urn off the camera before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through over-discharge). ● Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ● Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer , etc. Store[...]

  • Page 294

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 294 - About charging the battery ● The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ● Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter . ● Battery will[...]

  • Page 295

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 295 - About 3D viewing ● Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D pictures. • Viewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual. ● If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop[...]

  • Page 296

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 296 - Important! Be sure to read the following before using the location names that are stored in this product. License Agreement for Place Name and Map Data Personal Use Only . Y ou agree to use this Data together with this digital camera for the solely personal, non-commercial purposes for which [...]

  • Page 297

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 297 - No W arranty . This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk. Panasonic Corporation and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, includ[...]

  • Page 298

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 298 - Export Control. Panasonic Corporation shall not export from anywhere any part of the Data or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under , applicable export laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to the laws, rules a[...]

  • Page 299

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 299 - Notices related to licensed software copyright holders © 2012 NA VTEQ. All rights reserved. “MAPPLE” is a trademark of Shobunsha Publications, Inc. This data includes information taken with permission from Canadian authorities, including © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, © Qu[...]

  • Page 300

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 300 - T erritory Notice Austria © Bundesamt für Eich- und V ermessungswesen Croatia © EuroGeographics Belgium (If using T raffic Codes for Belgium) T raffic Codes for Belgium are provided by the Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap and the Ministèrie de l’Equipement et des T ransports. Cypru[...]

  • Page 301

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 301 - T erritory Notice Australia (If using RDS-TMC T raffic Codes for Australia) Product incorporates traffic location codes which is © 2012 T elstra Corporation Limited and its licensors. Australia (If using Actual Address Range Content for Australia) Copyright. Based on data provided under lice[...]

  • Page 302

    Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 302 - ■ Landmark types Although approx. 1,000,000 landmarks are registered in the built-in memory , there are also some unregistered landmarks. (The registered information is current as of October 2012 and will not be updated.) • It differs from that registered on our GPS-equipped models before[...]

  • Page 303

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 303 - • HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “A VCHD”, “A VCHD Progressive” and the “A VCHD Progress[...]

  • Page 304

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 304 - • The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • “Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WP A” and “WP A2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • DLNA, th[...]

  • Page 305

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 305 - 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 t[...]

  • Page 306

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 306 - This product includes software written by T im Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). Original SSLeay License Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conf[...]

  • Page 307

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 307 - This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Y oung, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementatio[...]

  • Page 308

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 308 - This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris T orek. Redistribution and use in source and binary [...]

  • Page 309

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 309 - This product contains OpenSSL software developed by the OpenSSL Project, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1999-2002 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided t[...]

  • Page 310

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 310 - This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Y oung, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Y oung (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementatio[...]

  • Page 311

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 31 1 - This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris T orek. Redistribution and use in source and binary[...]

  • Page 312

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 312 - This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1989 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by T om T ruscott. Redistribution and use in source and binar[...]

  • Page 313

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 313 - This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990, 1993 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris T orek. Redistribution and use in source and b[...]

  • Page 314

    Others Usage cautions and notes VQT4T08 - 314 - This product contains XML parser library , and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the[...]