Panasonic DMC-FZ48EG-K bridge camera
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1. Night Portrait Mode Use this mode to take pictures of night scenes and people against night time scenery 22 vat3R40 ENG Applicable modes P Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings Programme AE Mode The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in REC menu FR Set the mode dial to P A Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on i Press the shutter button halfway to focus Aperture value Shutter speed ISO sensitivity e The focus indication green lights when the subject is focused Z3 Press the shutter button fully push it in further and take the picture ENG VQT3R40 23 Programme Shift In Programme AE Mode you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure This is called Programme Shift You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Programme AE Mode Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen While the values are displayed about 10 seconds perform the Programme Shift by rotating the rear dial e The Programme Shift indication appears on the screen when Programme Shift is2. ccecccecessceceeeceeeceeeeeeenaeeeeeneeeseeeeeeteneeeeenaee 2 Care of the Camera is ivcceneiiecntivtniieccndiesnideian daieiediei nadie 8 ACCOSSONCS aeiaai aaa g Aa iana ah 9 Names and Functions of Main Parts 0 cece cee cece ene eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 12 Charging the Battety pranane a a 15 e Charging 15 Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures 17 About the Built in Memory the Card cccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeseeeeseneeeees 18 Inserting and Removing the Card optional the Battery 0 cee 19 Setting Date Time Clock Set ccccecceececeeceeeeeeeeeneeeeseneeeseeeeeeeseaeeeeenaeees 20 e Changing the clock setting 2s i 4cleia tale a 20 Selecting the Recording Mode c ccccceseeeeceeeeeeeeceeceeeneeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeseeees 21 Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings Programme AE Mode 23 lt Programme Shi aer ltteer edz fas denis ait vies ee Re 24 Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function Intelligent Auto Mode 25 Recording Motion PiCtUrEs iscasena daie at ada 27 Playing Back Pictures NORMAL PLAY cecceceeseetesereeeeeerereereenreerees 28 Deleting Pictlires ninesi tn Alea A a ae ee ee 28 Setting the Menu cccececcececseeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeceaneesneneeseeeaeeeseaaeeeeneeeeessaeees 29 Compensating the EXPOSUIEC ccccceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeeteeeeeeeeeaees 30 Taking Pictures by Specifying the A
3. 31 16 feet Wide ISO AUTO is set Microphone Stereo Speaker Monaural Recording media Built in Memory Approx 70 MB SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still Picture JPEG based on Design rule for Camera File system based on Exif 2 3 standard DPOF corresponding MPO Motion pictures AVCHD MP4 Audio compression AVCHD AC3 2 ch MP4 AAC 2 ch Interface Digital USB 2 0 High Speed x Data from the PC can not be written to the camera using the USB connection cable Analogue video Audio NTSC PAL Composite Switched by menu Audio line output monaural 38 VAT3R40 ENG Terminal AV OUT Dedicated jack 8 pin DIGITAL HDMI MiniHDMI TypeC Dimensions excluding the projecting parts Approx 120 3 mm W x79 8 mm H X91 9 mm D 4 74 W X3 14 H X3 62 D Mass Approx 498 g 1 10 Ib with card and battery Approx 454 g 1 00 Ib excluding card and battery Operating 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F temperature Operating humidity 10 RH to 80 RH Battery Charger Panasonic DE A84A Information for your safety Input Output Battery Pack lithium ion Panasonic DMW BMB9E AC 110 V to 240 V 50 60 Hz 0 15 A DC 8 4 V 0 43 A Information for your safety Voltage capacity 7 2 V 895 mAh ENG vaT3R40 39 e SDXC L
4. About the Built in Memory the Card Built in Memory e Memory size Approx 70 MB The access time for the built in memory may be longer than the access time for a card Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit These cards are indicated as card in the text Remarks SD Memory Card a a card with SD Speed Class with Class 4 or 8 MB to 2 GB igher when recording motion pictures SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment SDHC Memory Card SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC 4 GB to 32 GB Memory Card compatible equipment e Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards SDXC Memory Card http panasonic net ave sdcard information 48 GB 64 GB SDXC html Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing Check via the label on the card etc casse O Please confirm the latest information on the following website http panasonic jp support global cs dsc This Site is English only Note Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing 18 varT3r40 ENG Inserting and Removing the Card optional the Battery e Turn the power switch to OFF and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted e We recommend using a Panason
5. THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR BACK THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE Product identification marking Product Location Digital Camera Bottom Battery charger Bottom 2 VaT3R40 ENG Caution for AC mains lead For your safety please read the following text carefully This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer CAUTION IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
6. Terminal door Lens barrel Tripod receptacle Release lever Card Battery door DC coupler cover When using an AC adaptor ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler DMW DCC6 optional and AC adaptor DMW AC8E optional are used Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor DMW AC8E optional When using an AC adaptor use the AC Mains Lead supplied with the AC adaptor recording motion pictures 26 ri F 29 It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor is disconnected etc the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded ENG vaT3R40 13 Cursor buttons MENU SET button This document expresses the up down left and right of the cursor button as follows or as A W lt P Cursor button Selection of items or setting of values etc is performed MENU SET button Confirmation of setting contents etc is performed e g When you press the W down button or Press V Rear Dial There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial rotating left or right and deciding by pressing Rotating Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings Pressing Operations that are the same as MENU SET button such as determine settings etc are performed during the various settings Rear dial is describ
7. activated e Programme Shift is cancelled if the camera is turned off or the rear dial is rotated until the Programme Shift indication disappears M7 TY E Example of Programme Shift A Aperture value 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 12 13 14 Ey B Shutter speed p Programme Shift amount P Programme Shift line chart Programme Shift limit W i 1 dg dl ilg ihs 13o ieo 1 425 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 gt 24 VAT3R40 ENG Applicable modes Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function intelligent Auto Mode The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily FR Set the mode dial to dy Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture Focus indication e The AF area is displayed around the subject s face by the Face Detection function In other cases it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus ENG vaT3r40 25 Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds after which its colour changes to the usual red EO i PORTRAIT FA i SCENERY RA i MACRO i NIGHT PORTRAIT Pa i NIGHT SCENERY i SUNSET i BABY 2 1
8. use Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA LLC See http Awww mpegla com AVCHD HDMI Q VIELA OI DOLBY Li nK STEREO CREATOR Sueste EU Pursuant to at the directive 2004 108 EC article 9 2 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany Panasonic Corporation Web Site http panasonic net VQT3 R40 Panasonic Corporation 2011 F0711HY0 10000
9. Only when i A is selected x2 When FACE RECOG is set to ON E will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected LN is set if none of the scenes are applicable and the standard settings are set When E fia or E9 is selected the camera automatically detects a person s face and it will adjust the focus and exposure Face Detection 26 VAT3R40 ENG Applicable modes Ef P A S IM UST ss SCN sD a One Cod gt Recording Motion Pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats Start recording by pressing the motion picture button Available recording time Elapsed recording time e You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode e Release the motion picture button right after you press it e The recording state indicator red will flash while recording motion pictures Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again Note Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds Also motion picture recorded continuously in MP4 is up to 4 GB ENG VaT3R40 27 Playing Back Pictures NORMAL PLAY ED Press gt Press lt 4 or P e After selecting the motion picture press A to start playback Deleting Pictures Once deleted pictures cannot be recovered e Pictures
10. P SDU16GE1K RP SDA08GE1K RP SDU08GE1K RP SDU04GE1K RP SDQ32GE1K RP SDQ16GE1K RP SDQ08GE1K RP SDQ04GE1K RP SDN16GE1A RP SDNO8GE1A RP SDNO4GE1A RP SDLO2GE1K RP SDNO2GE1A x1 The AC Adaptor optional can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler optional The AC adaptor optional cannot be used by itself 2 The lens adapter optional is necessary to attach a tele conversion lens or close up lens Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries ENG vaT3R40 11 Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Lens 2 Self timer indicator AF Assist Lamp 3 Flash Flash open button Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder EVF LCD button AF AE LOCK button Rear dial 10 AF AF amp MF button 11 Playback button 12 MENU SET button 13 Cursor buttons A Exposure compensation Auto Bracket Flash output adjustment lt Self timer button gt ISO V Function button The following menus can be assigned PHOTO STYLE ASPECT RATIO QUALITY METERING MODE WHITE BALANCE I DYNAMIC GUIDE LINE REC AREA REMAINING DISP 14 Q MENU button Delete button 15 DISPLAY button 16 LCD monitor OONDOS 12 VAT3R40 ENG Stereo microphone Zoom lever Shutter button Motion picture button FOCUS button Power lamp Camera ON OFF switch Mode dial Speaker Do not cover the speaker with your fingers Shoulder strap eyelet HDMI socket AV OUT DIGITAL socket
11. Panasonic Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No DMC FZ48 Before use please read these instructions completely SD More detailed instructions on the Ke operation of this camera are CD contained in Operating Instructions for advanced features PDF format in the supplied CD ROM Install it on your PC to read it SURFACE COATING Web Site http www panasonic europe com Model number suffix EB denotes UK model EB VQT3R40 Dear Customer We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference Please note that the actual controls and components menu items etc of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions Carefully observe copyright laws Recording of pre recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws Even for the purpose of private use recording of certain material may be restricted Information for Your Safety WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN MOISTURE DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS e USE ONLY
12. Selecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial Align a desired mode with part e Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode E Basic P Programme AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings fa Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera ENG vaT3R40 21 E Advanced A Aperture Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set S __ Shutter Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set M Manual Exposure Mode The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted M Creative Video Mode Record motion picture with manual settings CUST Custom Mode Use this mode to take pictures with previously registered settings SCN Scene Mode This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded gt Creative Control Mode Record while checking the image effect E Advanced Scene Mode Portrait Mode Use this mode to take pictures of people 4 Scenery Mode Use this mode to take pictures of scenery Sports Mode Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events etc Close up Mode Use this mode to take pictures of a close by subject
13. and recycling of old products and used batteries please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002 96 EC and 2006 66 EC By disposing of these products and batteries correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment please contact your dealer or supplier for further information Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union These symbols are only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard these items please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Note for the battery symbol bottom two symbol examples This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved 6 VAT3R40 ENG Contents Information for Your Safety
14. ation value appears on the screen e Select 0 EV to return to the original exposure E Operate with the rear dial 1 Press the rear dial and enable E24 2 Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure Exposure compensation value 30 VAT3R40 ENG Applicable modes A S M Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture Shutter Speed Aperture Priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background d Set the mode dial to A Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value Aperture Value e It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed Shutter Priority AE Set with a faster shutter speed when you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject Set to a slower shutter speed when you want to create a trail effect FR Set the mode dial to S Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed Shutter Speed e It will switch between shutter speed setting i operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed ENG VaT3R40 31 Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure Fn Set the mode dia
15. below If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician E IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN YELLOW THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF KEEP DRY E Before use Remove the connector cover E How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug figures A and B Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug 1 Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver Figure A fn Figure B rey y Fuse cover 2 Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover Figure A Figure B Fuse Fuse 2 gt 5 ampere RA 5 ampere EA ENG VaT3R40 3 About the battery pack CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by th
16. der accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday Thursday 9 00 a m 5 30 p m Friday 9 30 a m 5 30 p m Excluding public holidays Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at Wwww pas europe com e Most major credit and debit cards accepted All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK e It couldn t be simpler Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products Take a browse on our website for further details 10 VaT3R40 ENG Optional Accessories Battery Pack DMW BMB9 AC Adaptor DMW AC8 DC Coupler DMW DCC6 MC Protector DMW LMC52 ND Filter DMW LND52 PL Filter Circular Type DMW LPL52 Tele Conversion Lens 2 DMW LT55 Close up Lens 2 DMW LC55 Lens Adapter DMW LA5 AV Cable DMW AVC1 HDMI mini Cable RP CDHM15 RP CDHM30 Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card RP SDU64GE1K RP SDA32GE1K RP SDU32GE1K RP SDA16GE1K R
17. dicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed e When the CHARGE indicator flashes The battery temperature is too high or too low It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty In this case wipe them with a dry cloth E Charging time Charging time Approx 155 min 16 VAT3R40 ENG Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures Number of recordable pictures Approx 400 pictures Recording time Approx 200 min Recording conditions by CIPA standard e CIPA is an abbreviation of Camera amp Imaging Products Association e Programme AE Mode e Temperature 23 C 73 4 F Humidity 50 RH when LCD monitor is on e Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card 32 MB e Using the supplied battery Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to ON Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases Playback time Approx 330 min ENG vaT3R40 17
18. e manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions a a a a a a AY Do not heat or expose to flame Do not leave the battery ies in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed Warning Risk of fire explosion and burns Do not disassemble heat above 60 C or incinerate 4 VQT3R40 ENG About the battery charger CAUTION e DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE BUILT IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS TABLECLOTHS CURTAINS AND SIMILAR ITEMS e DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES ON THE UNIT e DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected The primary circuit is always live as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet E Cautions for Use Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable DMW AVC1 optional Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable RP CDHM15 RP CDHM30 optional Part numbers RP CDHM15 1 5 m 5 feet RP CDHM30 3 0 m 10 feet Do not use any other USB connectio
19. ed as follows in these operating instructions e g Rotating left or right e g Pressing the rear dial Mee Wer 14 VAT3R40 ENG Charging the Battery E About batteries that you can use with this unit The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW BMB9E It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used e Use the dedicated charger and battery Charging e The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped Charge the battery before use Charge the battery with the charger indoors Attach the battery paying attention 2y to the direction of the battery 4 Connect the AC Mains Lead The CHARGE indicator lights up and charging begins ENG vaT3R40 15 E About the CHARGE indicator The CHARGE indicator turns on The CHARGE indicator is turned on during charging The CHARGE indicator turns off The CHARGE in
20. ferences in the above settings 36 VAT3R40 ENG Shutter system Electronic shutter Mechanical shutter Burst recording Burst speed Approx 3 7 pictures second Number of recordable pictures Max 7 pictures Hi speed burst Burst speed Approx 10 pictures second Speed priority Approx 7 pictures second Image priority 3M 4 3 2 5M 3 2 2M 16 9 or 2 5M 1 1 is selected as the picture size Number of Approx 15 to 100 pictures recordable pictures Minimum Approx 9 Ix when i low light is used the shutter speed Illumination is 1 25th of a second Shutter speed Still picture 60 seconds to 1 2000th of a second STARRY SKY Mode 15 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds Motion pictures 1 30 to 1 20000th of a second Creative Video Mode Manual Exposure Manual Focus 1 8 to 1 20000th of a second ENG vaT3R40 37 Exposure AE Programme AE P Aperture Priority AE A Shutter Priority AE S Manual Exposure M Exposure compensation 1 3 EV Step 3 EV to 3 EV Metering mode Multiple Centre weighted Spot LCD monitor 3 0 TFT LCD 3 2 Approx 461 000 dots field of view ratio about 100 Viewfinder Colour LCD Viewfinder Approx 202 000 dots field of view ratio about 100 with diopter adjustment 4 to 4 diopter Flash Built in pop up flash Flash range Approx 30 cm 0 99 feet to 9 5 m
21. fully and move the camera e When you start recording with the subject slightly to the right of the centre the subject will be close to the centre in the final picture E To avoid mistakes in 3D recording Take a picture of a subject that is not ENG VaT3R40 33 Reading the Operating Instructions PDF format More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in Operating Instructions for advanced features PDF format in the supplied CD ROM Install it on your PC to read it E For Windows ED Turn the PC on and insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied Click the Operating Instructions 3 Select the desired language and then click Operating Instructions to install To return to the install menu Z3 Double click the Operating Instructions shortcut icon on the desktop 34 VAT3R40 ENG E When the Operating Instructions PDF format will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 0 or later or Adobe Reader 7 0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions PDF format Insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied click and then follow the messages on the screen to install Compatible OS Windows XP SP3 Windows Vista SP2 Windows 7 You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following Web Site http get adobe com reader
22. ic card ii Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card battery door Always use genuine Panasonic batteries DMW BMBS9E e If you use other batteries we cannot guarantee the quality of this product 2 Battery Being careful about the battery orientation insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever Pull the lever in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery Card Push it securely all the way until you hear a click while being careful about the direction in which you insert it To remove the card push the card until it clicks then pull the card out upright Do not touch the connection terminals of the card 3B Close the card battery door Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow ENG vaT3R40 19 Setting Date Time Clock Set e The clock is not set when the camera is shipped Turn the camera on e The power lamp lights when you turn this unit on A Press MENU SET 3B Press lt gt to select the items year month day hour minute display sequence or time display format CANCELE SELECT e SET and press A F to set 4l Press MENU SET to set 5 Press MENU SET Changing the clock setting Select CLOCK SET in the REC or SETUP menu and press gt e The clock can be reset as shown in steps 3 and 4 20 vat3R40 ENG
23. l to M A Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed Manual Exposure Assistance e It will switch between aperture setting operation and i shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed E Manual Exposure Assistance Rete Oi The exposure is adequate Pii Oi Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value FAG ii Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value e The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen 32 VAT3R40 ENG Applicable modes SCN Taking 3D pictures 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 To view 3D pictures a television that supports 3D is required This unit will play back in 2D FR Set the mode dial to sen A Press A lt gt to select 3D PHOTO MODE and then press MENU SET E Technique for 3D Photo Mode Start the recording and then slide the camera horizontally straight from left to right A guide is displayed while recording Move the camera approximately 10 cm 0 33 feet within approximately 4 seconds moving using the guide z IUe I e Take a picture in a well lit place such as outdoors etc Fix the focus and exposure by pressing the shutter button halfway then press the shutter button
24. n cables except the supplied one 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 this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation e Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and or sound e Recorded data may be damaged or pictures may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors e Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit disturbing the pictures and or sound lf this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor DMW AC8E optional Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high voltage lines If you record near radio transmitters or high voltage lines the recorded pictures and or sound may be adversely affected ENG vaT3R40 5 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries pet A These symbols on the products packaging and or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment recovery
25. ogo is a trademark of SD 3C LLC e The AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation e Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories e 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 e HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation e QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc used under license therefrom e Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries e Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non commercial use of a consumer to i encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard AVC Video and or ii decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity and or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video No license is granted or shall be implied for any other
26. on the beach 8 VAT3R40 ENG Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera Product numbers correct as of August 2011 These may be subject to change 1 Battery Pack Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text Charge the battery before use 2 Battery Charger Indicated as battery charger or charger in the text AC Mains Lead USB Connection Cable CD ROM Software Use it to install the software to your PC Operating Instructions 6 Shoulder Strap 7 Lens Cap Lens Cap String 8 Lens Hood akw SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text e The card is optional You can record or play back pictures on the built in memory when you are not using a card Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories You can purchase the accessories separately Q DMW BMB9E DE A84A 4 A K2CT39A00002 K1HY08YY0017 5 6 VFF0839 VFC4453 N VYQ5607 VYQ7134 ENG vaT3R40 9 Sales and Support Information Customer Communications Centre e For customers within the UK 0844 844 3899 e For customers within Ireland 01 289 8333 For further support on your product please visit our website www panasonic co uk Technical Support for AV Software e For customers within the UK 0844 844 3869 e For customers within Ireland 01 289 8333 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Or
27. on the built in memory or the card which are being played back will be deleted ED Press gt Select the picture to be deleted and then press jj Confirmation screen is displayed Picture is deleted by selecting YES 28 VAT3R40 ENG Setting the Menu Example In the REC menu change AF MODE from 1 area focusing to ES Face Detection FR Press MENU SET Press A F or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item Press P or the rear dial e Depending on the menu item its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way Z3 Press A F or rotate the rear dial to select the settings SELECT s_SET Press MENU SET or the rear dial to set Close the menu Press MENU SET or press the shutter button halfway Switching to other menus e g Switching to the SETUP menu from REC Mode menu 1 Press MENU SET 2 Press lt 3 Press V or rotate the rear dial to select the SETUP menu icon 4 Press P or the rear dial Select a menu item next and set it ENG vaT3R40 29 Applicable modes P A s v Eu enen D Za ex lal Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background d Press A Ed until EXPOSURE appears Press lt gt to compensate the exposure and then press MENU SET e The exposure compens
28. otherversions E To uninstall the Operating Instructions PDF format Delete the PDF file from the Program Files Panasonic Lumix folder E For Mac FA Turn the PC on and insert the CD ROM containing the Operating Instructions supplied Open the Manual folder in the CD ROM and then copy the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder 3 Double click the PDF file to open it ENG VQT3R40 35 Specifications Digital Camera Information for your safety Power Source Power Consumption DC 8 4 V 1 7 W When recording with LCD Monitor 1 5 W When recording with Viewfinder 1 0 W When playing back with LCD Monitor 0 7 W When playing back with Viewfinder Camera effective pixels 12 100 000 pixels Image sensor 1 2 33 CCD total pixel number 12 500 000 pixels Primary colour filter Lens NANO SURFACE COATING Optical 24x zoom f 4 5 mm to 108 mm 35 mm film camera equivalent 25 mm to 600 mm Wide end F2 8 to F8 0 when recording motion pictures F2 8 to F11 Tele end F5 2 to F8 0 when recording motion pictures F5 2 to F11 Digital zoom Max 4x Extra optical zoom Max 46 9x When set to 3 000 000 pixels 3M or less Focus range AF 30 cm 0 99 feet Wide 2 m 6 57 feet Tele to AF Macro MF Intelligent Auto Motion Picture 1 cm 0 04 feet Wide 1 m 3 28 feet Tele to Scene Mode There may be dif
29. perture Shutter Speed 05 31 Aperture PriorityiAE si 0 Aniki Ava fea Secale hl a 31 e Shutter Priority AE 3d e Manual Exposure Mode 32 Taking 3D pictures 3D Photo Mode 33 Reading the Operating Instructions PDF format cceceeeeeeeeeeeeees 34 Specifications perenge Ea En E aaae EA a at 36 ENG VQT3R40 7 Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration shock or pressure The lens LCD monitor or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded Drop or hit the camera Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor e When camera is not in use or when using the playback feature ensure that the lens is in the stored position with lens cap on e There are times when rattling sounds or vibrations will come from the camera but these are due to the motion of the aperture the zoom and the motor and do not indicate a defect This camera is not dust splash water proof Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust water sand etc e Liquid sand and other foreign material may get into the space around the lens buttons etc Be Q particularly careful since it may not just cause malfunctions but it may become unrepairable Places with a lot of sand or dust Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as when using it on a rainy day or
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