Panasonic DMC-S5 manuel d'utilisation

VQT4G44 M121 1KZ0 Owner ’ s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely .[...]

- 2 - Contents Before use Before use .............................................. 4 Standard Accessories ........................... 6 Names and Functions of Main Parts .... 7 Cursor button ................................................ 9 Preparations Charging battery .................................. 10 Guidelines for number of recordable pic[...]

- 3 - Contents Application (Record) T aking pictures with your own settings [Normal Picture] Mode ........................ 40 How to adjust focus ............................ 41 Using zoom .......................................... 43 Zoom types and use .................................... 44 T aking pictures with flash ................... 45 T aki[...]

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

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

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

- 7 - Names and Functions of Main Parts 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 17 19 20 12 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 17 19 20 12 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 17 19 20 DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2[...]

- 8 - Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Self-timer indicator ( → 47)/AF Assist Lamp ( → 62) 2 Flash ( → 45) 3 Lens 4 Lens barrel 5 LCD monitor ( → 88) 6 Power button ( → 16) 7 Microphone ( → 25) 8 Shutter button ( → 20) 9 DMC-FH6 Zoom lever ( → 43) DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Zoom button ( → 43) 10 [MODE] button ( → 18) 11 Hand stra[...]

- 9 - Names and Functions of Main Parts Cursor button [MENU/SET] (menu display/set) ( → 33) Left cursor button ( ) • Self-timer ( → 47) Down cursor button ( ) • Changing information display Up cursor button ( ) • Exposure Compensation ( → 48) Right cursor button ( ) • Flash ( → 45) ● In this manual, the button that is used is shad[...]

- 10 - Charging battery Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) ■ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with interna[...]

- 1 1 - Charging battery Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or other functions are used frequently , or in colder climates. DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S2 DMC-S[...]

- 12 - Inserting and removing the card (optional)/ the battery T urn off the power and slide the card/battery door out ( ) before opening the door ( ) as illustrated Insert the battery and card, making sure that their orientation is correct • Battery: Insert all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked ove[...]

- 13 - Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery ■ T o remove • T o remove battery: Move lever in direction of arrow . DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 • T o remove card: Press down in center . ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Remove batt[...]

- 14 - Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) ■ Built-in memory (Approx. 70 MB) ● Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory . ( → 77) ● The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. ■ Compatible memory cards (op[...]

- 15 - Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery Remaining battery and memory capacity Remaining battery (only when using battery) (flashes red) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery . Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in me[...]

- 16 - Setting the clock Press the Power button The power is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] • The [Please set the clock] message appears. Press [MENU/SET] Press to select the items (year , month, day , h[...]

- 17 - Setting the clock T o change time setting When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu. • Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is removed, provided a fully-charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hours beforehand. Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu ( ?[...]

- 18 - Sequence of operations Press the Power button Press [MODE] button Use cursor button to select the recording mode and press [MENU/SET] ■ Recording mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode ( → 22) T ake pictures with automatic settings. [Normal Picture] Mode ( → 40) T ake pictures with your own settings. [Scene Mode] ( → 49) T ake pictures accordi[...]

- 19 - Sequence of operations Holding the camera • T o avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body and standing with your feet slightly apart. • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the flash or the AF Assist Lamp. Do not look at it from close range. • T ry to hold the camera steady when you press the s[...]

- 20 - Sequence of operations Press the shutter button and take pictures Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) • For motion pictures, recording will start. T o end recording, press the shutter button again. Press the Playback button Press [MODE] button Use cursor button to select playback mode[...]

- 21 - Sequence of operations Use cursor button to select a picture to be played back • Play back motion pictures or panorama pictures • [Auto Retouch] • [Beauty Retouch] DMC-FH6 Previous Changing information display Next • Editing or performing settings for pictures using the Playback menu ( → 71) Press the Power button[...]

- 22 - T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “face”, “movement”, “brightness”, and “distance” just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually . Di[...]

- 23 - T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically . The icon of scene detected Recognizes people Recognizes landscapes Recognizes night scenes and people in them (Only when is selected) ∗ Recognizes night scenes ∗[...]

- 24 - T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Notes on setting items Only menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Normal Picture] Mode or other modes are reflected for not displayed menu items on the [Setup] menu. ● The settings for the following items are d[...]

- 25 - T aking motion pictures [Motion Picture] Mode Recording mode: ● Depending on the type of card used, a card-access display may appear for a while after motion picture recording. This is not a fault. ● In [AF Mode], (23-area-focusing) is fixed. ● In [Stabilizer], [ON] is fixed. ● When there is no space left to store the motion picture,[...]

- 26 - V iewing your pictures [Normal Play] When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory . ● It may not be possible to view pictures on this camera that were previously edited on a computer . ● After pressing the Playback button and switching it into [...]

- 27 - Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing motion pictures Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press Playback now starts. Motion picture recording time When playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed in the top right of the screen. Example: After 3 minutes and 30 seconds: [3m30s] Motion picture icon ■ Operation[...]

- 28 - Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” DMC-FH6 T urn the zoom lever to T side DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the T side of the zoom button Current zoom position (displayed for 1 sec.) 1x 2x 4x 8x 16x DMC-FH6 Turn the zoom lever to T side/ DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the T side of the zoom button DMC-FH6 T[...]

- 29 - Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” DMC-FH6 T urn the zoom lever to W side DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the W side of the zoom button Picture no./T otal no. Motion pictures Panorama pictures 1-picture screen 12-picture screen 30-picture screen Calendar Playback DMC-FH6 Turn the zoom lever to W s[...]

- 30 - Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” DMC-FH6 T urn the zoom lever to W several times DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 Press the W side of the zoom button several times Selected date (First picture from the date) 1-picture screen 12-picture screen 30-picture screen Calendar Playback DMC-FH6[...]

- 31 - Deleting pictures ● Do not turn off the power during deletion. ● Use a sufficiently charged battery . ● Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: • Protected pictures • Card switch is in “LOCK” position. • Pictures not of DCF standard ( → 26) Press to delete displayed picture • A confirmation screen is displayed.[...]

- 32 - Deleting pictures T o delete multiple (up to 50)/T o delete all pictures Press to delete displayed picture Select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] ● [Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET]. • T o cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. Use cursor button to select [OK] and press [MENU/SET]. Picture selected • Y ou [...]

- 33 - Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Normal Picture] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu selection screen is displayed. Select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [AF Mode] and press [MENU/SET] Pages The pages can also be selected wi[...]

- 34 - Setting the menu ● The operation screen examples in this manual may differ from the actual screen display or some parts of the screen display are omitted. ● The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode. ● The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ● In recording mode, the menu screen can also be ex[...]

- 35 - Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, notes [Clock Set] ( → 16) Set time, date, and display format. [World T ime] Set the local time at travel destination. Message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step . Use cursor button to select [Home] or [Destination] and press [MENU/SET] Use[...]

- 36 - Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, notes DMC-FH6 [Beep] Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. [Beep Level] / / : Low / High / Mute [Beep T one] / / : Change beep tone. [Shutter V ol.] / / : Low / High / Mute [Shutter T one] / / : Change shutter tone. DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 [Beep] Adjust volume of beep sounds. / / : Low / High / Mute [V o[...]

- 37 - Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, notes [Focus Icon] Change the focus icon. / / / / / [Auto Power Off] T urn off the power when you are not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. [2 MIN.] / [5 MIN.] / [10 MIN.] / [OFF] • T o restore → Press the Power button • Cannot be used in the following cases: When connected to compu[...]

- 38 - Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, notes [Output] Adjust the settings used when the camera is connected to a TV , etc. via the A V cable. (Playback mode only .) [Video Out] (DMC-FH6PU/DMC-FH4PU/DMC-S5PU/DMC-S2PU/ DMC-FH6PR/DMC-FH4PR/DMC-S5PR only) [NTSC] / [P AL] [TV Aspect] / [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. :[...]

- 39 - Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, notes [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/ built-in memory carefully before formatting. • This requires a sufficient[...]

- 40 - T aking pictures with your own settings [Normal Picture] Mode Recording mode: ● If a warning is displayed about jitter , use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Selftimer]. ● If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you do not have appropriate exposure. Either use the flash or change the “ISO Sensitivity” settings. Jitter alert displa[...]

- 41 - Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area with the subject Hold down halfway Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) AF area ( When focus is aligned: green When focus is not aligned: red) Return to desired composition Press fully [...]

- 42 - How to adjust focus ■ Focus range Zoom position The shortest focusing distance from the surface of the lens W end 5 cm (0.16 feet) T end 1 m (3.3 feet) ∗ When the zoom is operated from the W (wide-angle) end to the T (telephoto) end, the shortest focusing distance changes in stages. ● The focus display flashes and beep sounds when focu[...]

- 43 - Using zoom Recording mode: ● Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. ● Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming. ● The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates. ● The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever or the zoom button is operated - this is not a fault. Y ou can adjust th[...]

- 44 - Using zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. ( → 55) ■ Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 5 times DMC-FH6 /4 times DMC-FH4 DMC-S5 DMC-S2 is possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. ● Optical Zoom cannot be used in [Panorama Shot] Scene Mode. [...]

- 45 - T aking pictures with flash Recording mode: Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] T ype, operations Uses [Auto] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye] ∗ • Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce red-eye) T aking pictures of subjects in d[...]

- 46 - T aking pictures with flash ■ A vailable types in each mode ( ○ : Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○ ○ ∗ 1 ○○○ – ○○○○○ ○ – ○○ ––– ○ –– ○ ○ – ○○○ – ○○○○○ ––––– ○ ––––– ○○○○○○○○○○○ ∗ 1 Set to , , o[...]

- 47 - T aking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] T ake a picture Press the shutter button fully to star[...]

- 48 - T aking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] No compensation: ±0 • If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposur[...]

- 49 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Recording mode: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. ● Selecting a Scene Mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of your picture. ● Following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically [...]

- 50 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. T ips • The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. [Soft Skin] Smooths skin colors[...]

- 51 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] [Panorama Shot] Creates a single panorama picture by stitching multiple still pictures taken in rapid succession. Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set. Check the recording direction and press [MENU/SET] Special panorama guidelines will be display[...]

- 52 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] [Panorama Shot] (Continued) Notes • The zoom position is fixed to the W end. • Since the focus, White Balance, and Exposure Compensation are all fixed when settings are made for the first picture, recording settings such as brightness and color may not be optimal for subsequent picture[...]

- 53 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] [Sports] T akes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. T ips • Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away . Notes • Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. [Night Portrait] T akes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. T ips • Use flash. • Subje[...]

- 54 - T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] [Baby] Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors. ([Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately .) Use cursor button to select [Age] and press [MENU/SET]. Use cursor button to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET]. Set birthday with cursor button, and press [MENU/SET]. Use cursor button to select [...]

- 55 - Using the [Rec] menu [Picture Size] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: DMC-FH6 DMC-FH4 DMC-S2 DMC-S5 Recording pixel level type 14 M 4320×3240 10 M ∗ 3648×2736 5 M 2560×1920 [...]

- 56 - Using the [Rec] menu [Rec Quality] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Set the picture size of motion pictures. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Picture Quality Picture Size No. of Frames Picture Aspect Ratio [HD] 1280 × 720 pixels 24 fps ∗ 1 / 30 fps ∗ 2 16:9 [VGA] 640 × 480 pixels 30 fps 4:3 [QVGA] ∗ 3 320 × 240 pixel[...]

- 57 - Using the [Rec] menu [White Balance] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [A WB] (automatic) / (outdoor , clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor , shade) / (incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in ) / (set manual[...]

- 58 - Using the [Rec] menu [AF Mode] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: / / T aking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection) Recognizes faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly . AF area[...]

- 59 - Using the [Rec] menu [i.Exposure] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● When [i.Exposure] works, the color of changes. ● Even if [Sensitivit[...]

- 60 - Using the [Rec] menu [Burst] DMC-FH6 • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Enables still pictures to be taken in succession while the shutter button is pressed fully . ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: Item Settings [Burst] Maximum burst speed: Approx. 1.5 fps • Y ou can record a series of still pictures successively until the ca[...]

- 61 - Using the [Rec] menu ● About [Hi-Speed Burst] and [Flash Burst] • The settings can be made in [Normal Picture] Mode only . • The picture size is changed in accordance with the aspect ratios of the pictures ( → 55) prior to the setting. Picture Aspect Ratio Picture Size 4:3 3 M 3:2 2.5 M 16:9 2 M 1:1 2.5 M ● When ISO Sensitivity is [...]

- 62 - Using the [Rec] menu [Color Mode] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Set color effects. ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [ST ANDARD] / [VIVID] ∗ 1 (sharper) / [B&W] / [SEPIA] / [Happy] ∗ 2 ∗ 1 [Normal Picture] Mode and [Motion Picture] Mode only ∗ 2 [Intelligent Auto] Mode only [AF Assist Lamp] • For [Rec] menu se[...]

- 63 - Using the [Rec] menu [Stabilizer] • For [Rec] menu setting procedures ( → 33) Automatically detects and prevents jitter . ■ Recording mode: ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● Cases where Optical Image Stabilizer may be ineffective: Heavy jitter , high zoom ratio (also in the Digital Zoom range), fast-moving objects, indoors or in dark loca[...]

- 64 - Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. ● When no card is inserted, pictures are played back from the built-in memory . ● The [Playback Mode] automatically becomes [Normal Play] when switching from recording mode to playback mode. Press the Playback button Display the screen f[...]

- 65 - Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Slide Show] • For switching [Playback Mode] ( → 64) Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] Play all. [Category Selection] Select category and playback. (Select category [...]

- 66 - Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ● When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect. ● When panorama pictures are played back, the [Duration] setting is disabled. ● Part of [Effect] cannot be used when displaying pictures recorded in portrait position. ● Music effects cannot be ad[...]

- 67 - Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Calendar] • For switching [Playback Mode] ( → 64) Select the date from the calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day . ( → 30)[...]

- 68 - Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] Y ou can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. DMC-FH6 Select a still picture to retouch[...]

- 69 - Retouching pictures [Beauty Retouch] DMC-FH6 Still pictures taken by the camera that recognize the subject as a face can be retouched using the makeup effect etc., to enhance the portrait. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Beauty Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built[...]

- 70 - Retouching pictures ● Y ou cannot retouch an already-retouched subject or two or more subjects at once. T o perform such an operation, save the picture once and then select a subject that you want to retouch again. ● The brightness or color between a picture viewed before saving and the saved picture may be different. ● It may not be p[...]

- 71 - Using the [Playback] menu Y ou can set the recorded picture to upload to the image-sharing websites, edit the picture (for example, trimming), and set a protection setting in the picture. • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). • Depending on the [Playback Mode], some [Playback] menu items are not displayed. • It m[...]

- 72 - Using the [Playback] menu ■ T o clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Y es]. ● Not available on cards with less than 512 MB. [Resize] • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest record[...]

- 73 - Using the [Playback] menu ■ [MUL TI] Use cursor button to select [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] (up to 50 pictures) Resize setting Number of pixels before/ after resizing • T o cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. • T o e[...]

- 74 - Using the [Playback] menu [Favorite] • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only , or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button t[...]

- 75 - Using the [Playback] menu [Print Set] DMC-FH6 • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_1 10/white_e.htm Use [...]

- 76 - Using the [Playback] menu [Protect] • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ● [SINGLE] ● [MUL TI] Pictur[...]

- 77 - Using the [Playback] menu [Copy] • For Playback menu display and operation methods ( → 33). Y ou can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Use cursor button to select the copy method (direction) and press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card (go to step ). : Copy 1 picture at a time from card to bu[...]

- 78 - V iewing on TV screen Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the A V cable. Getting Ready: • Set [TV Aspect]. ( → 38) • T urn off both camera and TV . Connect camera to TV T urn on TV ● Set to auxiliary input. T urn on camera Press the Playback button Check socket direction and insert straight[...]

- 79 - Viewing on TV screen ● Also consult TV operating manual. ● Always use a genuine Panasonic A V cable (optional). ● Y ou can play back pictures on TVs in other countries (regions) which use the NTSC or P AL system when you set [V ideo Out] in [Setup] menu. (DMC-FH6PU/DMC-FH4PU/ DMC-S5PU/DMC-S2PU/DMC-FH6PR/DMC-FH4PR/DMC-S5PR only) ● Pic[...]

- 80 - Using with your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together . • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer . • If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to fo[...]

- 81 - Using with your PC Installing supplied software (PHOTOfunSTUDIO) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorize these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used. • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC Operating environm[...]

- 82 - Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Getting Ready: • Charge the battery sufficiently . • When importing pictures from the built-in memory , remove any memory cards. • T urn on the camera and computer Check socket direction and insert straight in. (Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty operation.) [Access] [...]

- 83 - Using with your PC ∗ 1 New folders are created in the following cases: • When pictures are taken to folders containing files numbered 999. • When using cards already containing the same folder number (for example, pictures taken with other cameras, etc.). ∗ 2 Note that pictures cannot be uploaded to image-sharing websites if the file[...]

- 84 - Using with your PC Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites Using the uploading tool ([LUMIX Image Uploader]), you can upload still pictures and motion pictures to image-sharing websites (Facebook or Y ouTube). There is no need to copy pictures to your computer or install specialized software. Uploading pictures from the camera is easy w[...]

- 85 - Printing Getting Ready: • Charge the battery sufficiently . • When copying pictures from the built-in memory , remove any memory cards. • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer , as needed. • T urn on the camera and printer Connect camera to printer • Please make sure you use the supplied USB connection cable. U[...]

- 86 - Printing Printing multiple pictures Connect camera to printer • Please make sure you use the supplied USB connection cable. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. Use cursor button on the camera to select [PictBridge (PTP)], and press [MENU/SET] Press Use cursor button to select item and press [ME[...]

- 87 - Printing Making print settings on the camera (Make settings before selecting [Print start]) Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [Paper Size] When is selected, the printer settings take priority . [Page Layout] (print[...]

- 88 - List of LCD monitor displays ■ In recording 1 Recording Mode ( → 18) 2 Picture Size ( → 55) Recording quality ( → 56) Backlight Compensation ( → 23) 3 Flash Mode ( → 45) Optical Image Stabilizer ( → 63) Jitter alert ( → 40) White Balance ( → 57) Color Mode ( → 62) 4 Battery capacity ( → 15) 5 Burst Mode ( → 60) Intell[...]

- 89 - List of LCD monitor displays ■ In playback ∗ [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”. Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . 1 Playback Mode ( → 64) 2 Protected picture ( → 76) Favorites ( → 74) Date Stamp ( → 63) Color Mode ( → 62) Picture Size ( → 55) Auto Retouch ( ?[...]

- 90 - Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor . [This memory card cannot be used] ● A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures ( → 26) cannot be deleted. ?[...]

- 91 - Message displays [Memory Card Error] [Memory card parameter error] ● Card is not of SD standard. ● When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error]/[Write Error] [Please check the card] ● Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly ( → 12). ● [...]

- 92 - Q&A T roubleshooting T ry checking these items ( → 92 - 97) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values from the time of purchase.) Battery , power Camera does not work even if power is turne[...]

- 93 - Q&A T roubleshooting Recording (Continued) Brightness or coloring of recorded picture different from real life. ● When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color . These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not ind[...]

- 94 - Q&A T roubleshooting Flash No flash emitted. ● Flash set to [Forced Flash Of f] ( → 45). ● The flash is unavailable when using [Burst] (other than [Flash Burst] DMC-FH6 ) or when using [Scenery], [Panorama Shot], [Night Scenery], [Sunset], or [Glass Through] Scene Modes. Multiple flashes are emitted. ● Red-Eye Reduction is active[...]

- 95 - Q&A T roubleshooting Playback (Continued) Blackened red areas in recorded pictures. ● When digital red-eye correction ( , ) is operating, if a subject is recorded that has skin- colored areas with red areas inside, the digital red-eye correction function may blacken the red areas. → W e recommend setting the Flash Mode to , or , or [[...]

- 96 - Q&A T roubleshooting TV , computer , printer (Continued) The card is not recognized by the computer . (Y ou are using an SDXC Memory Card.) ● Make sure your computer supports SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ● When you insert a card, a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card[...]

- 97 - Q&A T roubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting ( → 39). Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ● [AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] ( → 62). AF Assist Lamp i[...]

- 98 - Usage cautions and notes When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV , the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be [...]

- 99 - Usage cautions and notes Memory cards ● T o prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity . • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ● When disposing of/transferrin[...]

- 100 - Usage cautions and notes Lens ● If lens is dirty: Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). T urn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ● Do not leave the lens exposed to direct sunlight. ● Do not touch the lens barrier , a[...]

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