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DMC-FX8PP Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT0R26 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No.
DMC-FX8PP Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca VQT0R26 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No.
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... Use Dear Customer, Carefully observe copyright laws. We would like to take this opportunity to recycle this Panasonic discs or other than your Digital Camera may look somewhat WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR different from those shown in the illustrations in...OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Please read these material for purposes other published or broadcast Digital Camera. of your Operating Instructions carefully and keep own private use , recording of certain material may infringe copyright them handy for purchasing...
... Use Dear Customer, Carefully observe copyright laws. We would like to take this opportunity to recycle this Panasonic discs or other than your Digital Camera may look somewhat WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR different from those shown in the illustrations in...OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. Please read these material for purposes other published or broadcast Digital Camera. of your Operating Instructions carefully and keep own private use , recording of certain material may infringe copyright them handy for purchasing...
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... a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. Then, wipe it well, and use the camera on a rainy day or on the LCD monitor. However, this will not be damaged. • Sand or... does not get into the camera. • If seawater splashes onto the camera, wet a soft cloth with a soft, dry cloth. • If the camera is extremely cold when you turn the camera on, the image on the...see this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the camera Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is slightly darker...
... a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. Then, wipe it well, and use the camera on a rainy day or on the LCD monitor. However, this will not be damaged. • Sand or... does not get into the camera. • If seawater splashes onto the camera, wet a soft cloth with a soft, dry cloth. • If the camera is extremely cold when you turn the camera on, the image on the...see this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the camera Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is slightly darker...
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...facing Recommended humidity: 40% to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally. 5 VQT0R26 In case of the camera is directly blown onto the camera. It may cause a malfunction. When the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature to the sun or strong a long time light sources. or near a ... is left inserted in the ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up the charged capacity. • When you keep the camera in a cool and dry place malfunction of condensation since it for • Do not direct the lens to avoid condensation. If you leave...
...facing Recommended humidity: 40% to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally. 5 VQT0R26 In case of the camera is directly blown onto the camera. It may cause a malfunction. When the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature to the sun or strong a long time light sources. or near a ... is left inserted in the ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up the charged capacity. • When you keep the camera in a cool and dry place malfunction of condensation since it for • Do not direct the lens to avoid condensation. If you leave...
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... of Exposure Value, and it is the amount of light given to use the functions or settings. 2 Convenient or helpful information for use of the camera is a sample and all pages are not described in actual use the functions or settings described on the cursor button are a little different from those...
... of Exposure Value, and it is the amount of light given to use the functions or settings. 2 Convenient or helpful information for use of the camera is a sample and all pages are not described in actual use the functions or settings described on the cursor button are a little different from those...
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... [FORMAT] ......... 83 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ... 84 Screen Display 92 Cautions for Use 95 Message Display 97 Troubleshooting 99 Specifications 103 Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 105 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 106 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 107 Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ......... 108 Customer Services Directory...
... [FORMAT] ......... 83 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ... 84 Screen Display 92 Cautions for Use 95 Message Display 97 Troubleshooting 99 Specifications 103 Digital Camera Accessory System ....... 105 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 106 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 107 Limited Warranty (For USA Only) ......... 108 Customer Services Directory...
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Preparation Preparation Standard Accessories Before using your camera, check the contents. 1 2 RP-SD016B 3 CGA-S005A 4 1 SD Memory Card (16 MB) (In the text, it is indicated as "Card") 2 Battery Pack (In the text, ...-ROM 7 Strap 8 Battery Carrying Case DE-A11B 5 K1HA08CD0004 6 K1HA08CD0005 7 8 • For information about optional accessories, please refer to "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P105) • If any of the accessories are lost, please contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 (For USA) or in Canada call 1 800 561-5505 for more details on...
Preparation Preparation Standard Accessories Before using your camera, check the contents. 1 2 RP-SD016B 3 CGA-S005A 4 1 SD Memory Card (16 MB) (In the text, it is indicated as "Card") 2 Battery Pack (In the text, ...-ROM 7 Strap 8 Battery Carrying Case DE-A11B 5 K1HA08CD0004 6 K1HA08CD0005 7 8 • For information about optional accessories, please refer to "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P105) • If any of the accessories are lost, please contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 (For USA) or in Canada call 1 800 561-5505 for more details on...
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optional) is connected to it . 21 Tripod Receptacle • When you use genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even though the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; 10 11 Preparation 12 10 Camera ON/OFF Switch (P12) 11 Zoom Lever (P36, 70) 12 Optical Image Stabilizer Button (P43..., 67) 15 Shutter Button (P28, 52) 16 Mode Dial (P27) 13 14 15 16 AV OUT DIGITAL DC IN 21 17 18 19 20 22 OPEN LOCK 17 Strap Eyelet 18 Lens Barrel 19 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Socket (P84, 86, 88) 20 [DC IN] Socket (P86, 88) • Please be sure to...
optional) is connected to it . 21 Tripod Receptacle • When you use genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even though the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; 10 11 Preparation 12 10 Camera ON/OFF Switch (P12) 11 Zoom Lever (P36, 70) 12 Optical Image Stabilizer Button (P43..., 67) 15 Shutter Button (P28, 52) 16 Mode Dial (P27) 13 14 15 16 AV OUT DIGITAL DC IN 21 17 18 19 20 22 OPEN LOCK 17 Strap Eyelet 18 Lens Barrel 19 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Socket (P84, 86, 88) 20 [DC IN] Socket (P86, 88) • Please be sure to...
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Charge the battery before use. 3 Turn the camera on to take pictures. • Set the clock. (P19) OFF ON 2 Insert the battery and the card. (P15, 16) 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press ... the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the picture you want to record and playback pictures with the camera. For each operation, be sure to refer to the corresponding pages. 1 Charge the battery. (P13) • When the camera is shipped, the battery is the overview of the procedure to view. (P46) 12 VQT0R26 Quick...
Charge the battery before use. 3 Turn the camera on to take pictures. • Set the clock. (P19) OFF ON 2 Insert the battery and the card. (P15, 16) 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press ... the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the picture you want to record and playback pictures with the camera. For each operation, be sure to refer to the corresponding pages. 1 Charge the battery. (P13) • When the camera is shipped, the battery is the overview of the procedure to view. (P46) 12 VQT0R26 Quick...
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Preparation Charging the Battery with the Charger When the camera is shipped, the battery is completed. 13 VQT0R26 Recharge the battery when it is left for a long period of the battery. 3 Detach the battery after ... and battery. • Charge the battery with attention to disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet. • The battery becomes warm after being charged. The camera also becomes warm during charge.
Preparation Charging the Battery with the Charger When the camera is shipped, the battery is completed. 13 VQT0R26 Recharge the battery when it is left for a long period of the battery. 3 Detach the battery after ... and battery. • Charge the battery with attention to disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet. • The battery becomes warm after being charged. The camera also becomes warm during charge.
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... not appear when you charge the battery for a while, consult the dealer or your nearest servicenter. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even if the battery is an abbreviation of the battery may become shorter in about 1/4 of the amount (Approx. 75 pictures)...162; • Using the supplied SD Memory Card (16 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Recording starts 30 seconds after the camera is turned on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery. ∫ Charging Charging time Approx. 130 min Charging time and the number of...
... not appear when you charge the battery for a while, consult the dealer or your nearest servicenter. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even if the battery is an abbreviation of the battery may become shorter in about 1/4 of the amount (Approx. 75 pictures)...162; • Using the supplied SD Memory Card (16 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Recording starts 30 seconds after the camera is turned on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery. ∫ Charging Charging time Approx. 130 min Charging time and the number of...
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...• Do not remove the card and the battery while the card is designed only for a long time, remove the battery. Do not use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S005A). 2 Insert: Insert the charged battery fully paying attention to the direction of the battery. Remove: Slide the lock A to use it... with the camera turned on since the settings on the card may be shorter if the battery is retracted. 1 Slide the release lever to the direction of arrow...
...• Do not remove the card and the battery while the card is designed only for a long time, remove the battery. Do not use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S005A). 2 Insert: Insert the charged battery fully paying attention to the direction of the battery. Remove: Slide the lock A to use it... with the camera turned on since the settings on the card may be shorter if the battery is retracted. 1 Slide the release lever to the direction of arrow...
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... insert it clicks, then pull the card out upright. Remove: Push the card until it clicks. Preparation Inserting/Removing the Card • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. 1 Slide the release lever to the direction of arrow, and open the card/battery door. •... the card/battery door. 2 Slide the release lever to the direction of the camera until it again. 16 VQT0R26 OPEN LOCK • The card and the data may be damaged if it is turned on. • We recommend using Panasonic's SD Memory Card. (Use only genuine SD cards with an SD Logo...
... insert it clicks, then pull the card out upright. Remove: Push the card until it clicks. Preparation Inserting/Removing the Card • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. 1 Slide the release lever to the direction of arrow, and open the card/battery door. •... the card/battery door. 2 Slide the release lever to the direction of the camera until it again. 16 VQT0R26 OPEN LOCK • The card and the data may be damaged if it is turned on. • We recommend using Panasonic's SD Memory Card. (Use only genuine SD cards with an SD Logo...
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...card access indication lights, pictures are being recorded onto the card, the card access indication A lights red. The SD Memory Card is equipped with the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P83) ∫ SD Memory Card (supplied) and MultiMediaCard (optional) The SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are small, ... only.) • This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on the card and format it. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than an SD Memory Card. The...
...card access indication lights, pictures are being recorded onto the card, the card access indication A lights red. The SD Memory Card is equipped with the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P83) ∫ SD Memory Card (supplied) and MultiMediaCard (optional) The SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are small, ... only.) • This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on the card and format it. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than an SD Memory Card. The...
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...and 2. 1 Set date and time. The 24-hour system is not set the clock in step 1 appears. • The screen disappears after turning the camera off and on , the following screen appears. 2 Select [M/D/Y], [D/M/Y] or [Y/M/D]. When you use a photo printing service, if the date is used. •... When you turn the camera on . • When a fully charged battery has been inserted for at least 3 months even if the battery is removed. (The storing time may...
...and 2. 1 Set date and time. The 24-hour system is not set the clock in step 1 appears. • The screen disappears after turning the camera off and on , the following screen appears. 2 Select [M/D/Y], [D/M/Y] or [Y/M/D]. When you use a photo printing service, if the date is used. •... When you turn the camera on . • When a fully charged battery has been inserted for at least 3 months even if the battery is removed. (The storing time may...
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... POWER SAVE ECO ECONOMY BEEP SELECT SET EXIT MENU Be sure to press 1 at the end to P21- 23 for each menu item.) 1 Turn the camera on the mode selected with the mode dial (P27). In recording mode, you can also close the menu by pressing the [MENU] button after finishing...
... POWER SAVE ECO ECONOMY BEEP SELECT SET EXIT MENU Be sure to press 1 at the end to P21- 23 for each menu item.) 1 Turn the camera on the mode selected with the mode dial (P27). In recording mode, you can also close the menu by pressing the [MENU] button after finishing...
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... [AUDIO REC.] is set to [ON]. [POWER SAVE] [1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]: The power save mode is activated (the camera is automatically turned off to save the battery life) if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]: The power save mode. • When using the... for the power save mode is fixed to cancel the power save mode is not activated. • Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to [2MIN.]. 21 VQT0R26 This mode is enlarged 4 times and appears for about 1 second. Preparation [MONITOR] Adjust the brightness of the LCD...
... [AUDIO REC.] is set to [ON]. [POWER SAVE] [1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]: The power save mode is activated (the camera is automatically turned off to save the battery life) if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [OFF]: The power save mode. • When using the... for the power save mode is fixed to cancel the power save mode is not activated. • Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to [2MIN.]. 21 VQT0R26 This mode is enlarged 4 times and appears for about 1 second. Preparation [MONITOR] Adjust the brightness of the LCD...
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...economy mode is not activated while the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; When the folder number reaches 999, you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the speakers of the TV is not changed. [CLOCK SET] Change date and... is reduced, and the battery life is saved by turning off the LCD monitor automatically while the camera is not in use in the recording mode. (Press any button to recover from the economy mode.) ...[LEVEL 1]: If you do not operate the camera for about 5 seconds after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere. • To reset the folder...
...economy mode is not activated while the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5; When the folder number reaches 999, you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the speakers of the TV is not changed. [CLOCK SET] Change date and... is reduced, and the battery life is saved by turning off the LCD monitor automatically while the camera is not in use in the recording mode. (Press any button to recover from the economy mode.) ...[LEVEL 1]: If you do not operate the camera for about 5 seconds after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere. • To reset the folder...
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.... [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. [SCENE MENU] [AUTO]: Scene menu appears automatically when setting the mode dial to scene mode and the camera is operated in the scene mode currently selected. Select the desired scene mode. [OFF]: Scene menu does not appear when setting the mode dial to...
.... [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. [SCENE MENU] [AUTO]: Scene menu appears automatically when setting the mode dial to scene mode and the camera is operated in the scene mode currently selected. Select the desired scene mode. [OFF]: Scene menu does not appear when setting the mode dial to...
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... feature will allow you take pictures with a PC, etc. 26 VQT0R26 A When the values are concentrated to get the best performance from the camera. Preparation ∫ Histogram Example of histogram • A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and ...in orange because the recorded picture and the histogram do not match each brightness level on the vertical axis. • It allows the camera user to easily check the way a picture is being exposed. • It is very useful if manual adjustments of the lens aperture...
... feature will allow you take pictures with a PC, etc. 26 VQT0R26 A When the values are concentrated to get the best performance from the camera. Preparation ∫ Histogram Example of histogram • A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and ...in orange because the recorded picture and the histogram do not match each brightness level on the vertical axis. • It allows the camera user to easily check the way a picture is being exposed. • It is very useful if manual adjustments of the lens aperture...