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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Product illustrations and screens may vary. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@us.panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT1B61-2 DMC-TZ2 DMC-TZ3 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Product illustrations and screens may vary. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. This manual is based on the DMC-TZ3 model.
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... of your family years of certain material may infringe copyright laws. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your Camera. Serial No. Even for the purpose of private use may be restricted. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by... No. Be sure to recycle this manual as your own private use , recording of enjoyment. Carefully observe copyright laws. Information for choosing Panasonic! CAUTION Danger of fire, explosion and burns. Recording of the unit. Please take time to the manufacturer's instructions. Marking sign is recyclable...
... of your family years of certain material may infringe copyright laws. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your Camera. Serial No. Even for the purpose of private use may be restricted. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by... No. Be sure to recycle this manual as your own private use , recording of enjoyment. Carefully observe copyright laws. Information for choosing Panasonic! CAUTION Danger of fire, explosion and burns. Recording of the unit. Please take time to the manufacturer's instructions. Marking sign is recyclable...
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Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back the pictures 1. Set the mode dial to view. Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Camera ON/OFF Switch Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.26). Select the picture you do not use . Previous Next 5 VQT1B61 When you want to . 2. Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped.
Charge the battery and set the clock before use the card (sold separately), you can record or play back the pictures 1. Set the mode dial to view. Charge the battery Insert the battery and the card Camera ON/OFF Switch Set the mode dial to Press the shutter button and take pictures To play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.26). Select the picture you do not use . Previous Next 5 VQT1B61 When you want to . 2. Quick start guide The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped.
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... (69) AUDIO DUB. (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your pictures (Play 31...
... (69) AUDIO DUB. (70) RESIZE (70) TRIMMING (71) ASPECT CONV. (72) COPY (73) FORMAT (73) Viewing on TV screen 79 Specifications 94 Optional accessories 96 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 97 Request for travel 48 Recording holiday duration (TRAVEL DATE) (48) Registering local time at your pictures (Play 31...
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Panasonic will not provide compensation even if damage is caused by sudden changes in temperature and humidity When moving between places of the pixels inactive or always lit. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with the camera in memory or a card. If the lens ...LCD monitor screen. Check first to conditions before use Read first Do a test shot first! We will not be played back on other cameras) Software on the CD-ROM supplied The following actions are prohibited: Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent Copying onto networks LCD monitor...
Panasonic will not provide compensation even if damage is caused by sudden changes in temperature and humidity When moving between places of the pixels inactive or always lit. The LCD monitor screen has more than 99.99% effective pixels with the camera in memory or a card. If the lens ...LCD monitor screen. Check first to conditions before use Read first Do a test shot first! We will not be played back on other cameras) Software on the CD-ROM supplied The following actions are prohibited: Making duplicates (copying) for sale or rent Copying onto networks LCD monitor...
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...as 'charger') Battery Carrying Case VYQ3680 (P.91) If lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc). Lens (P.12) Do not leave in Canada should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in direct sunlight. AV Cable K1HA08CD0008 (P.79) CD-ROM The following software on , hold...26) If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-9958649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Standard Accessories Part numbers are as of January 2007 Camera ON/OFF switch Battery Pack CGA-S007A (P.14) (referred to in this manual as '...
...as 'charger') Battery Carrying Case VYQ3680 (P.91) If lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc). Lens (P.12) Do not leave in Canada should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in direct sunlight. AV Cable K1HA08CD0008 (P.79) CD-ROM The following software on , hold...26) If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-9958649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. Standard Accessories Part numbers are as of January 2007 Camera ON/OFF switch Battery Pack CGA-S007A (P.14) (referred to in this manual as '...
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Names of parts Camera ON/OFF switch (P.18) Optical image stabilizer button (P.39) Shutter button (P.24) Zoom lever (P.27) Flash (P.36) Lens barrel Lens (P.11) Release lever (P.15) Tripod ...;Changing display (P.33) ●Display contents list (P.80) Status indicator (P.15, 24) DISPLAY/LCD MODE button (P.33, 34) FUNC (Quick setting P.57)/ delete (P.32) button DIGITAL/AV OUT socket (P.74, 76, 79) DC IN socket (P.74, 76) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). 12 VQT1B61
Names of parts Camera ON/OFF switch (P.18) Optical image stabilizer button (P.39) Shutter button (P.24) Zoom lever (P.27) Flash (P.36) Lens barrel Lens (P.11) Release lever (P.15) Tripod ...;Changing display (P.33) ●Display contents list (P.80) Status indicator (P.15, 24) DISPLAY/LCD MODE button (P.33, 34) FUNC (Quick setting P.57)/ delete (P.32) button DIGITAL/AV OUT socket (P.74, 76, 79) DC IN socket (P.74, 76) Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). 12 VQT1B61
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...quality of certain features may be slightly slower than an SD memory card. Compatible memory cards (sold separately) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) ●SD memory cards, 8MB-2GB ●SDHC memory cards (4GB) → (P.96) (4GB (or greater) cards without...see (P.92) → For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged). If you use genuine Panasonic batteries. When a MultiMediaCard is slower than advertised. OPEN LOCK To ...
...quality of certain features may be slightly slower than an SD memory card. Compatible memory cards (sold separately) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) ●SD memory cards, 8MB-2GB ●SDHC memory cards (4GB) → (P.96) (4GB (or greater) cards without...see (P.92) → For model numbers and types, see http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged). If you use genuine Panasonic batteries. When a MultiMediaCard is slower than advertised. OPEN LOCK To ...
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... on power. 'PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be set between 2000 and 2099. Example of SETUP menu setting (P.18) While this message is displayed in digital photo center or when using DATE STAMP (P.66). Year can be displayed when power is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in... camera for the first time. Note Failure to set the clock will mean correct date will be printed (P.76) when printing pictures in 24-hour format. ...
... on power. 'PLEASE SET THE CLOCK' will be set between 2000 and 2099. Example of SETUP menu setting (P.18) While this message is displayed in digital photo center or when using DATE STAMP (P.66). Year can be displayed when power is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in... camera for the first time. Note Failure to set the clock will mean correct date will be printed (P.76) when printing pictures in 24-hour format. ...
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... for printing your pictures (DPOF). Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more fun to use. Applicable modes (P.13): SELECT EXIT Changing photography preferences (REC menu) (P.50) REC 1/3 W.BALANCE AWB ...(P.64) PLAY 1/3 DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE OFF ROTATE DISP. 4 Preparations Know the different menus to get more out of your camera This camera contains a range of menus to enable you have taken, including rotating, protecting, trimming, and handy settings for ease of use such as...
... for printing your pictures (DPOF). Applicable modes (P.13): (Screen example: DMC-TZ3) The following menus are also included: To make the camera easier and more fun to use. Applicable modes (P.13): SELECT EXIT Changing photography preferences (REC menu) (P.50) REC 1/3 W.BALANCE AWB ...(P.64) PLAY 1/3 DUAL DISPLAY SLIDE SHOW FAVORITE OFF ROTATE DISP. 4 Preparations Know the different menus to get more out of your camera This camera contains a range of menus to enable you have taken, including rotating, protecting, trimming, and handy settings for ease of use such as...
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from SETUP menu. ('POWER SAVE' is a function to extend battery life by automatically turning the camera off if no operations are performed for a certain period.) Zoom lever Turn on the power Set to MENU/SET SETUP menu Applicable modes: REC menu ...
from SETUP menu. ('POWER SAVE' is a function to extend battery life by automatically turning the camera off if no operations are performed for a certain period.) Zoom lever Turn on the power Set to MENU/SET SETUP menu Applicable modes: REC menu ...
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... Set the date/month/year and time (P.16). (DESTINATION) / (HOME) -3 · · ±0 · · +3 REC. in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings also reflected...
... Set the date/month/year and time (P.16). (DESTINATION) / (HOME) -3 · · ±0 · · +3 REC. in CLIPBOARD mode (P.58). 3 DMC-TZ3 only. Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. (Settings method → P.18) Default setting outlined: 1 Settings also reflected...
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... power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Basics 1 Taking pictures Turn on screen Press halfway Zoom lever Status indicator Holding the camera Horizontally Vertically Flash Lamp Take a picture Take care not to shake the camera. When (jitter alert) is displayed Use the Optical image stabilizer (P.39), a tripod, or the self-timer (P.35).
... power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Basics 1 Taking pictures Turn on screen Press halfway Zoom lever Status indicator Holding the camera Horizontally Vertically Flash Lamp Take a picture Take care not to shake the camera. When (jitter alert) is displayed Use the Optical image stabilizer (P.39), a tripod, or the self-timer (P.35).
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... a temporary save destination Pictures will be damaged). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. If the switch on the card is in addition to the capacity of pictures that you have no card. Basics 1 Taking pictures...
... a temporary save destination Pictures will be damaged). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (DMWAC5PP, sold separately) (this camera before first use. If the switch on the card is in addition to the capacity of pictures that you have no card. Basics 1 Taking pictures...
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...enlarged further. 3 DMC-TZ2: 6M Entering digital zoom area Once the bar stops before the digital zoom area, continue to hold the zoom lever, or release it once Digital zoom area Bar stops momentarily then push it again. When using digital zoom. The camera may stop momentarily near maximum W (1x),...3M-sized central part of enlargement Select picture size (P.52) marked with 'Extended optical zoom'. 'Digital zoom' can then be used to multiply this effect by four times further. (28-280 mm: 35 mm film camera equivalent) DMC-TZ2 Enlarge (Tele) Restore (Wide) Turn to T side Turn to W ...
...enlarged further. 3 DMC-TZ2: 6M Entering digital zoom area Once the bar stops before the digital zoom area, continue to hold the zoom lever, or release it once Digital zoom area Bar stops momentarily then push it again. When using digital zoom. The camera may stop momentarily near maximum W (1x),...3M-sized central part of enlargement Select picture size (P.52) marked with 'Extended optical zoom'. 'Digital zoom' can then be used to multiply this effect by four times further. (28-280 mm: 35 mm film camera equivalent) DMC-TZ2 Enlarge (Tele) Restore (Wide) Turn to T side Turn to W ...
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... scenes is set to 'NIGHT PORTRAIT', you can easily switch between settings depending on whether or not there will be adjusted using SCENE MODE, the camera remembers the previously selected scene. For example, if SCN1 is set to 'NIGHT SCENERY' and SCN2 is available for each scene: Select scene, and press...
... scenes is set to 'NIGHT PORTRAIT', you can easily switch between settings depending on whether or not there will be adjusted using SCENE MODE, the camera remembers the previously selected scene. For example, if SCN1 is set to 'NIGHT SCENERY' and SCN2 is available for each scene: Select scene, and press...
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... as for 'BABY' (P.43) FLASH: FORCED OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be stamped onto picture using the supplied software (P.11). Focus: Max. To change shutter speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, ...SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. For fast moving subjects, align with 'white balance fine adjustment' (P.50). Press ◄ again to ...
... as for 'BABY' (P.43) FLASH: FORCED OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 FLASH: FORCED OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO3200 Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be stamped onto picture using the supplied software (P.11). Focus: Max. To change shutter speed, press 'MENU/SET', then ►, ...SKY'. 'EXPOSURE', 'AUTO BRACKET' (DMC-TZ3 only), and 'BURST' cannot be set Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. For fast moving subjects, align with 'white balance fine adjustment' (P.50). Press ◄ again to ...
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... least 5 cm (0.16 feet) from more distant locations (Tele Macro function) Zoom to Take a picture (P.24) We recommend using the flash. Moving the camera after zooming by pressing shutter halfway. Using tripod is likely to result in Intelligent ISO mode, MACRO mode Max. Resolution may be used. Blurring may... speed according to '640' when using a tripod, the self-timer (P.35), and flash 'FORCED OFF' (P.36). If the maximum level is close to camera, due to margin for ISO sensitivity can also be set to '800' or '1250', this will be detected if subject is too small, is pressed...
... least 5 cm (0.16 feet) from more distant locations (Tele Macro function) Zoom to Take a picture (P.24) We recommend using the flash. Moving the camera after zooming by pressing shutter halfway. Using tripod is likely to result in Intelligent ISO mode, MACRO mode Max. Resolution may be used. Blurring may... speed according to '640' when using a tripod, the self-timer (P.35), and flash 'FORCED OFF' (P.36). If the maximum level is close to camera, due to margin for ISO sensitivity can also be set to '800' or '1250', this will be detected if subject is too small, is pressed...
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... can be adjusted to red White balance fine adjustment (excluding 'AWB') (blue) when making Press ▲ several times until 'WB ADJUST.' WHITE SET Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. is useful to 'AWB' or ' ' when under red (e.g. paper) and press 'MENU/SET'. W.BALANCE The same color may not function normally in...
... can be adjusted to red White balance fine adjustment (excluding 'AWB') (blue) when making Press ▲ several times until 'WB ADJUST.' WHITE SET Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. is useful to 'AWB' or ' ' when under red (e.g. paper) and press 'MENU/SET'. W.BALANCE The same color may not function normally in...
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... be adjusted independently. Even though the 'AWB' setting is set with range up to 200 (640 when using flash photography. Items vary depending on computer camera widescreen/high definition TV Edges may still be made. Applicable modes: Settings: AUTO (automatic) /100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1250 (if mode: 'ISO LIMIT' 400 / 800...
... be adjusted independently. Even though the 'AWB' setting is set with range up to 200 (640 when using flash photography. Items vary depending on computer camera widescreen/high definition TV Edges may still be made. Applicable modes: Settings: AUTO (automatic) /100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1250 (if mode: 'ISO LIMIT' 400 / 800...