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... Auto Mode)....... 48 Deleting Pictures 52 Setting the Menu 54 • Setting menu items 55 Setting the Quick Menu 56 About the Setup Menu 58 Recording Switching the Display of the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder 63 • Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen 63 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 66 • Using the Optical Zoom/ Using the Extended Tele Conversion (EX)/Using the Digital Zoom 66 Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash 68 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 68 • Adjust the flash output...
... Auto Mode)....... 48 Deleting Pictures 52 Setting the Menu 54 • Setting menu items 55 Setting the Quick Menu 56 About the Setup Menu 58 Recording Switching the Display of the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder 63 • Switching the Information Displayed on the recording screen 63 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 66 • Using the Optical Zoom/ Using the Extended Tele Conversion (EX)/Using the Digital Zoom 66 Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash 68 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 68 • Adjust the flash output...
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... 101 Taking Pictures while Adjusting Color ( : My Color Mode 102 Taking Pictures in Custom Mode ..........104 Selecting the Mode and Recording Motion Pictures ( : Creative Motion Picture Mode)......105 • [MANUAL MOVIE MODE] ........105 • [24P CINEMA 105 • [VARIABLE MOVIE MODE] ..... 106 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures 107 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function 108 Useful Functions at Travel Destinations 114 Entering Text 116 Using the [REC] Mode Menu 117 • [FILM MODE 117 • ? [ASPECT RATIO 119 • @ [PICTURE SIZE 119...
... 101 Taking Pictures while Adjusting Color ( : My Color Mode 102 Taking Pictures in Custom Mode ..........104 Selecting the Mode and Recording Motion Pictures ( : Creative Motion Picture Mode)......105 • [MANUAL MOVIE MODE] ........105 • [24P CINEMA 105 • [VARIABLE MOVIE MODE] ..... 106 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures 107 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function 108 Useful Functions at Travel Destinations 114 Entering Text 116 Using the [REC] Mode Menu 117 • [FILM MODE 117 • ? [ASPECT RATIO 119 • @ [PICTURE SIZE 119...
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... checked on the lens used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto Aperture Operation (As of October 2010) (±: Usable, ¥: Some functions/features limited, -: Not usable) Lens type when recording still pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting while recording motion pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Micro Four Thirds HD motion picture mount specification compatible lens lens supplied with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R; For lens operations, please see our website. ¢4 When recording motion pictures, the focus...
... checked on the lens used with this unit and Auto Focus/Auto Aperture Operation (As of October 2010) (±: Usable, ¥: Some functions/features limited, -: Not usable) Lens type when recording still pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting while recording motion pictures Auto Focus Auto aperture setting Micro Four Thirds HD motion picture mount specification compatible lens lens supplied with this unit. ¢2 A Leica lens mount adaptor (DMW-MA2M or DMW-MA3R; For lens operations, please see our website. ¢4 When recording motion pictures, the focus...
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... remaining battery level. (P25) • Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [9999i] is displayed on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is up to the capacity of the card. (These vary depending on the screen. 30 VQT3A36 Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and operating time ∫...
... remaining battery level. (P25) • Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is 13 hours 3 minutes 20 seconds. A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [9999i] is displayed on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is up to the capacity of the card. (These vary depending on the screen. 30 VQT3A36 Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and operating time ∫...
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...;] (Program AE Mode). Direction Detection Function - [FACE RECOG.]/[ISO LIMIT SET] • It is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded. 44 VQT3A36 C Elapsed recording time D Available recording time • Sound will be heard when pressing the motion picture button indicating start of motion picture recording. • The recording state indicator (red) E will flash while recording motion pictures. CE D Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button. optional) is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor...
...;] (Program AE Mode). Direction Detection Function - [FACE RECOG.]/[ISO LIMIT SET] • It is disconnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will not be recorded. 44 VQT3A36 C Elapsed recording time D Available recording time • Sound will be heard when pressing the motion picture button indicating start of motion picture recording. • The recording state indicator (red) E will flash while recording motion pictures. CE D Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button. optional) is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor...
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... also adjust the volume level by -frame forward: [ ] • About fast forward/rewind playback - Touch [ ] during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by -frame rewind: [ ] - Frame-by using the rear dial. ¢2 These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode and the following icons are [AVCHD] motion pictures that fast rewinding may be played back on this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras...
... also adjust the volume level by -frame forward: [ ] • About fast forward/rewind playback - Touch [ ] during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by -frame rewind: [ ] - Frame-by using the rear dial. ¢2 These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode and the following icons are [AVCHD] motion pictures that fast rewinding may be played back on this unit, AVCHD format (including [AVCHD Lite]) motion pictures recorded with Panasonic digital cameras...
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... nearest Service Center. A reset screen for [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P100) and [PET] (P101) in order with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; w [RESET] The [REC] or [SETUP]/[CUSTOM] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. • When the [REC] Mode settings are reset, data registered with [FACE RECOG.] will then appear. optional) when formatting. v [NO.RESET] Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated...
... nearest Service Center. A reset screen for [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P100) and [PET] (P101) in order with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; w [RESET] The [REC] or [SETUP]/[CUSTOM] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. • When the [REC] Mode settings are reset, data registered with [FACE RECOG.] will then appear. optional) when formatting. v [NO.RESET] Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated...
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.../F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H. • There is no [O.I .S.] switch is adjusted. Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. 1 Select [FLASH ADJUST.] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) 2 Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET] . • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in the [REC] Mode menu. When using a lens with an [O.I.S.] switch, it is possible to set to [MODE1...
.../F3.5 - 5.6 lens supplied in DMC-GH2H. • There is no [O.I .S.] switch is adjusted. Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. 1 Select [FLASH ADJUST.] in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) 2 Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET] . • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in the [REC] Mode menu. When using a lens with an [O.I.S.] switch, it is possible to set to [MODE1...
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... disabled during recording of the motion pictures. 80 VQT3A36 Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the self-timer. • Depending on the Multi Film Bracket setting, when the shutter button is pressed once during the recording with Multi Film Bracket. • Use the Quick Menu (P56) to set when in Intelligent Auto Mode. • [ ] is disabled in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) 2 Press 3/4 to select the mode and then press [MENU/SET]. Item 10 seconds Settings...
... disabled during recording of the motion pictures. 80 VQT3A36 Recording [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the self-timer. • Depending on the Multi Film Bracket setting, when the shutter button is pressed once during the recording with Multi Film Bracket. • Use the Quick Menu (P56) to set when in Intelligent Auto Mode. • [ ] is disabled in the [REC] Mode menu. (P55) 2 Press 3/4 to select the mode and then press [MENU/SET]. Item 10 seconds Settings...
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... using an external flash. (P170) • When a fast shutter speed is set, the effect of burst and continuous recording becomes slower when [EXTENDED] is set when in Scene Mode. settings are also effective when using a slow shutter speed. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH]/[EXTENDED] Note • [EXTENDED] allows you set with [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS] in Creative Motion Picture Mode. 122 VQT3A36 Note • Set it to [1ST] for details. [FLASH ADJUST.] [I.RESOLUTION] Pictures...
... using an external flash. (P170) • When a fast shutter speed is set, the effect of burst and continuous recording becomes slower when [EXTENDED] is set when in Scene Mode. settings are also effective when using a slow shutter speed. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH]/[EXTENDED] Note • [EXTENDED] allows you set with [PERIPHERAL DEFOCUS] in Creative Motion Picture Mode. 122 VQT3A36 Note • Set it to [1ST] for details. [FLASH ADJUST.] [I.RESOLUTION] Pictures...
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... feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation • Recording motion pictures¢1 • [DYNAMIC ART] in My Color Mode • Monitor output (P158) ¢1 The motion picture button, Creative Motion Picture Mode and the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu will be safely viewed, pay attention to shake the camera while in MPO format (3D). optional), the following points when recording. • Where possible, record with the 3D interchangeable lens attached are saved in a vehicle...
... feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Aperture setting • Zoom operation • Recording motion pictures¢1 • [DYNAMIC ART] in My Color Mode • Monitor output (P158) ¢1 The motion picture button, Creative Motion Picture Mode and the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu will be safely viewed, pay attention to shake the camera while in MPO format (3D). optional), the following points when recording. • Where possible, record with the 3D interchangeable lens attached are saved in a vehicle...
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... screen display. Playback burst pictures (when burst picture is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. 3/4/2/1: Select the image. [OK]: Go to Multi Playback. [OK]: Playback the motion picture (when motion picture is selected). Multi Playback One screen display A This is selected). Select the image while in the order of the remote control varies depending on screen. ∫ Usable functions Operate with Multi Playback. (When Burst Picture Group is selected) Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [SUB MENU]: Display...
... screen display. Playback burst pictures (when burst picture is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. 3/4/2/1: Select the image. [OK]: Go to Multi Playback. [OK]: Playback the motion picture (when motion picture is selected). Multi Playback One screen display A This is selected). Select the image while in the order of the remote control varies depending on screen. ∫ Usable functions Operate with Multi Playback. (When Burst Picture Group is selected) Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [SUB MENU]: Display...
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... connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of this unit is set to [ON], operation using the button on this unit will turn off . optional). If the TV's power is in the Slide Show setting screen to [AUTO] or [AUDIO]. ¢1 This is displayed only when 3D playback is possible. ¢2 This is not displayed during one screen display. 2/1: Go to previous/next image (when Slide Show is paused/when motion picture is played...
... connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of this unit is set to [ON], operation using the button on this unit will turn off . optional). If the TV's power is in the Slide Show setting screen to [AUTO] or [AUDIO]. ¢1 This is displayed only when 3D playback is possible. ¢2 This is not displayed during one screen display. 2/1: Go to previous/next image (when Slide Show is paused/when motion picture is played...
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... at this time. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A AV cable (supplied) 1 Connect this unit with the recording equipment with an AV cable (supplied). 2 Start the playback of copying and playing back. • Note that the equipment described may not be used : [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using an AV cable File formats that...
... at this time. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A AV cable (supplied) 1 Connect this unit with the recording equipment with an AV cable (supplied). 2 Start the playback of copying and playing back. • Note that the equipment described may not be used : [AVCHD], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using an AV cable File formats that...
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... the USB connection cable safely • Proceed with [USB MODE] set to [PC] in the [SETUP] menu in [My Computer]. • When using "Safely Remove Hardware" on the PC's screen. Note • Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, data may appear on the task tray of the digital camera before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; If the icon is not displayed, check that [ACCESS] is displayed...
... the USB connection cable safely • Proceed with [USB MODE] set to [PC] in the [SETUP] menu in [My Computer]. • When using "Safely Remove Hardware" on the PC's screen. Note • Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, data may appear on the task tray of the digital camera before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; If the icon is not displayed, check that [ACCESS] is displayed...
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... out and instruct that printing be started on the camera and the printer. Do not disconnect the USB cable while [å] is connected to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET]. optional). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off before printing the pictures. If not printing, disconnect the USB connection cable. Preparations: Turn on the camera's LCD monitor. • Burst pictures taken with sufficient battery power or...
... out and instruct that printing be started on the camera and the printer. Do not disconnect the USB cable while [å] is connected to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET]. optional). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off before printing the pictures. If not printing, disconnect the USB connection cable. Preparations: Turn on the camera's LCD monitor. • Burst pictures taken with sufficient battery power or...
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... [RESET] (P62) on . Recording Taking pictures is turned on the [SETUP] menu. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • Is the subject focused? > [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set [VIERA Link] to a TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) and turn the camera off automatically. • If you are not using a dry cloth. Battery and power source The camera cannot be exhausted. > Turn the camera off the power...
... [RESET] (P62) on . Recording Taking pictures is turned on the [SETUP] menu. The shutter will not operate immediately when the shutter button is pressed. • Is the subject focused? > [FOCUS PRIORITY] is set [VIERA Link] to a TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI mini cable (optional) and turn the camera off automatically. • If you are not using a dry cloth. Battery and power source The camera cannot be exhausted. > Turn the camera off the power...
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... the operating instructions of the TV for the TV.) > Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device. > Turn the power to the unit off . Others Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black. • When Digital Red-Eye Correction is in operation, if you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable...
... the operating instructions of the TV for the TV.) > Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device. > Turn the power to the unit off . Others Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black. • When Digital Red-Eye Correction is in operation, if you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable...
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.../sec.)/ When set to [QVGA]: 320k240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Quality: RAW/RAWiFine/RAWiStandard/Fine/Standard/MPOiFine/ MPOiStandard Recording file format Still Picture: RAW/JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.3" standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO Motion pictures with audio: AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG Interface Digital: "USB 2.0" (High Speed) Analog video/audio: NTSC Audio line output (stereo) Terminal [MIC/REMOTE]: φ 2.5 mm jack [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack...
.../sec.)/ When set to [QVGA]: 320k240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Quality: RAW/RAWiFine/RAWiStandard/Fine/Standard/MPOiFine/ MPOiStandard Recording file format Still Picture: RAW/JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.3" standard, DPOF corresponding)/MPO Motion pictures with audio: AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG Interface Digital: "USB 2.0" (High Speed) Analog video/audio: NTSC Audio line output (stereo) Terminal [MIC/REMOTE]: φ 2.5 mm jack [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack...
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.../ Shutter Settings 92 Photography the Built In Flash 68 Photography Using Aperture Priority ...... 92 Photography Using Auto Bracket Mode 78 Photography Using Automatic Modes .... 48 Photography Using Burst Mode 76 Photography Using Custom Modes...... 104 Photography Using Favorite Settings Mode 35 Photography Using Manual Focus ......... 84 Photography Using Zoom 66 Photography While Adjusting Color...... 102 Photography Using Scene Detection 48 Picture Aspect Conversion 147 Picture Playback on TV w/HDMI .......... 157 Picture Playback on LCD Screen 40, 63 Change or Remove Guide...
.../ Shutter Settings 92 Photography the Built In Flash 68 Photography Using Aperture Priority ...... 92 Photography Using Auto Bracket Mode 78 Photography Using Automatic Modes .... 48 Photography Using Burst Mode 76 Photography Using Custom Modes...... 104 Photography Using Favorite Settings Mode 35 Photography Using Manual Focus ......... 84 Photography Using Zoom 66 Photography While Adjusting Color...... 102 Photography Using Scene Detection 48 Picture Aspect Conversion 147 Picture Playback on TV w/HDMI .......... 157 Picture Playback on LCD Screen 40, 63 Change or Remove Guide...