User Guide for Panasonic DMC Camera, Free Instruction Manual - 3
Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-SZ9 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in "Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)" in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model. VQT4P96 EB F0113SM0 Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. Carefully observe copyright laws. · Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. Information for Your Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, · Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. · Use only the recommended accessories. · Do not remove covers. · Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Product identification marking Digital Camera Product Location Bottom 2 VQT4P96 (ENG) Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, "Panasonic Corporation" declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.de Contact to Authorized Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3) This product on purpose to connect to access point of 2.4 GHz WLAN. About the battery pack CAUTION · Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. · When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. · Do not heat or expose to flame. · Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate. 3 (ENG) VQT4P96 About the AC adaptor (supplied) CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, · Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated. · The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always "live" as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Cautions for Use · Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). · Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). · Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet) Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). · If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. · Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound. · Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors. · Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound. · If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (supplied)/AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on. Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines. · If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected. 4 VQT4P96 (ENG) Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/ 96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. [Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union] These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Cd 5 (ENG) VQT4P96 Contents Information for Your Safety ......................................................................................... 2 Before Use .................................................................................................................... 6 Accessories .................................................................................................................. 7 Names and Functions of Main Parts .......................................................................... 9 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 10 Charging the Battery...................................................................................................11 Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 12 Remote Shooting ....................................................................................................... 14 · Installing the smartphone/tablet app "Image App" ............................................. 14 · Connecting to a smartphone/tablet..................................................................... 15 · Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)............................... 17 · Playing back pictures in the camera ................................................................... 17 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 18 Installing supplied software ...................................................................................... 19 Specifications ............................................................................................................. 20 Before Use Care of the camera · Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. · This camera is not dust/splash/water proof. Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc. About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up) · Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction. · If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature. 6 VQT4P96 (ENG) Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of January 2013. These may be subject to change. 1 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. 2 AC Adaptor Can be used for charging and playback. 3 USB Connection Cable 4 CD-ROM · Software · Operating Instructions for advanced features Install on your PC before use. 5 Hand Strap · SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. · The card is optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. · Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.) 1 2 DMW-BCL7E 3 VSK0775 4 K1HY08YY0032 5 VFF1140 VFC4297 7 (ENG) VQT4P96 Sales and Support Information Customer Communications Centre · For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899 · For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 · Monday Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays). · For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK · Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm (Excluding public holidays). · Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. · Most major credit and debit cards accepted. · All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. · It couldn't be simpler! · Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse on our website for further details. Optional Accessories Battery Pack AC Adaptor¢ DC Coupler¢ DMW-BCL7 DMW-AC5 DMW-DCC13 USB Connection Cable DMW-USBC1 AV Cable DMW-AVC1 HDMI micro Cable RP-CHEU15 ¢ The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. 8 VQT4P96 (ENG) Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 34 5 6 10 11 12 131415 7 89 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 1 Motion picture button 2 Shutter button 3 Flash 4 Camera [ON/OFF] button 5 Microphone 6 Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp 7 Zoom lever 8 Lens 9 Lens barrel 10 LCD monitor 11 [(] (Playback) button 12 Charging lamp Wi-Fi® connection lamp 13 Speaker · Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 14 [Wi-Fi] button 15 Strap eyelet · Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 16 [MODE] button 17 Cursor buttons 18 [DISP.] button 19 [MENU/SET] button 20 [Q.MENU] button/ [ ] (Delete/Cancel) button 21 [HDMI] socket · Do not connect with any cable other than an HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). Doing so may cause malfunction. 22 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket · This socket is also used when charging the battery. 23 Tripod mount · A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more may damage this unit if attached. 24 Card/Battery door 25 DC coupler cover · When using an AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional), ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC13: optional) and AC adaptor are used. · Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5E: optional). 26 Release lever 9 (ENG) VQT4P96 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery · Check that this unit is turned off. · We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. · Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCL7E). · If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, securely insert it all the way in, and then check that it is locked by the lever A. To remove the battery, move the lever A in the direction of the arrow. Card: Push it securely all the way until you hear a "click" while being careful about the direction in which you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card. 1:Close the card/battery door. 2:Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. Note · Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 10 VQT4P96 (ENG) Charging the Battery · The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCL7E. · The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. · Charge the battery with the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors [10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF)]. · Check that this unit is turned off. Insert the battery to this unit, and then connect this unit to the AC adaptor A (supplied) or a PC B. C To power outlet D USB connection cable (supplied) About the charging lamp (E) Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (Charging time: Approx. 150 min) When using the AC adaptor (supplied), observe the following points as improper connections may cause malfunctions. · Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). · Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one. · Do not use the AC adaptor (supplied) or the USB connection cable (supplied) with other devices. 11 (ENG) VQT4P96 Sequence of operations Press camera [ON/OFF] button. · The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. Recording Motion Pictures 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. 2 Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. · Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds. · Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB. You can check the recordable time on the screen. (For [FHD/25p] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.) Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE] to select the Recording Mode. ¦: Take pictures with automatic settings. !: Take pictures with your own settings. : Record while checking the image effect. : This mode allows you to take panorama pictures. Û: Take pictures according to scene. 12 VQT4P96 (ENG) Playing Back Pictures Press [(]. · Press 2/1 to select the picture. Deleting Pictures Select the picture, and then press [ ]. · Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes]. Setting the Menu Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the recording function, camera settings, and other settings. 13 (ENG) VQT4P96 Remote Shooting You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet. You need to install "Image App" on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app "Image App" The "Image App" is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/ tablet to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX. For AndroidTM apps For iOS apps Version OS Installation procedure 1.1 or higher Android 2.2~Android 4.2¢ 1 Connect your Android device to a network. 2 Select "Google PlayTM Store". 3 Enter "Image App" into the search box. 4 Select "Image App" and install it. · The icon will be added to the menu. iOS 4.3~iOS 6.0 1 Connect the iOS device to the network. 2 Select "App StoreSM". 3 Enter "Image App" into the search box. 4 Select "Image App" and install it. · The icon will be added to the menu. · The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone/tablet being used. For compatible devices, see the following support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) · When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. ¢ Connecting to this unit with [Wi-Fi Direct] requires Android OS 4.0 or higher and Wi-Fi DirectTM support. 14 VQT4P96 (ENG) Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Preparations: · Install the "Image App" in advance. (P14) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. · When connecting with the setting you used before, you can select the connection destination from [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection]. Press 3/4 to select [Remote Shooting], and then press [MENU/SET]. · The information (SSID and password) required for directly connecting your smartphone/tablet to this unit is displayed. · To change the connection method, press [DISP.], and then select the connection method. For details, refer to "Changing the connection method". On your smartphone/tablet (The default connection method is set to [Manual Connection].) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the sceen of this unit, and then enter the password. Start "Image App" on your smartphone/tablet. (P14) · When the connection is complete, live images being captured by the camera are displayed on the smartphone/tablet. 15 (ENG) VQT4P96 Changing the connection method · When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) 1 Press 3/4 to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set. (On your smartphone/tablet) 3 On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. 4 Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set. 5 Start "Image App" on your smartphone/tablet. (P14) · When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] (On the camera) 1 Press 3/4 to select [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET]. Connection method 1 2 [Wi-Fi Direct] 3 Description of settings Set the device to Wi-Fi DirectTM mode. Press 3/4 to select [Wi-Fi Direct] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the device to connect to, and then press [MENU/SET]. · Read the operating instructions of your device for details. [WPS Connection] [WPS (Push-Button)] 1 Press 3/4 to select [WPS (Push-Button)] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Set the device to WPS mode. · You can wait longer for a connection by pressing the [DISP.] button on this unit. [WPS (PIN code)] 1 Press 3/4 to select [WPS (PIN code)] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the PIN code of the device into this unit. (On your smartphone/tablet) 2 Start "Image App" on your smartphone/tablet. (P14) 16 VQT4P96 (ENG) Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Select [ ] on the smartphone/tablet. · The recorded images are saved in the camera. · Motion pictures cannot be recorded. · Some settings are not available. · The screen differs depending on the operating system. Playing back pictures in the camera Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet. · You can save pictures on the smartphone/tablet. · Motion pictures cannot be played back. · You can send pictures to a WEB service, etc. · The screen differs depending on the operating system. 17 (ENG) VQT4P96 Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in "Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)" in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). Click the [Operating Instructions]. Select the desired language and then click [Operating Instructions] to install. A To return to the install menu. Double-click the "Operating Instructions" shortcut icon on the desktop. When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format). · You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with your OS from the following website. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/ 18 VQT4P96 (ENG) Installing supplied software · The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8) LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows XP/Vista/7/8) (This will only install a shortcut to the trial version download site.) · Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. · For details about information such as the operating environment or operating method, refer to the "Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)" or the operating instructions for the respective software programmes. Insert the CD-ROM with the supplied software. · When you insert the supplied CD-ROM, the install menu will start. Click on the [Applications] on the install menu. Click on the [Recommended Installation]. · Proceed with installation according to messages appearing on the screen. Note · The software compatible with your PC will be installed. · "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" and "LoiLoScope" are not compatible with Mac. 19 (ENG) VQT4P96 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.3 W (When recording) 0.9 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels Image sensor Lens Image stabiliser Focus range Shutter system Minimum Illumination Shutter speed Exposure (AE) Metering mode LCD monitor Microphone Speaker 16,100,000 pixels 1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 17,500,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Optical 10k zoom, fl4.5 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 25 mm to 250 mm)/F3.1 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele) Optical method Normal 50 cm (1.6 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet) (Tele) to ¶ [9k is 2 m (6.6 feet) to ¶] Macro/ Intelligent auto/ Motion picture 5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet) (Tele) to ¶ [9k is 2 m (6.6 feet) to ¶] Scene Mode There may be differences in the above settings. Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter Approx. 10 lx (when i-low light is used, the shutter speed is 1/25th of a second) 4 seconds to 1/1600th of a second [Starry Sky] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds Auto (Programme AE) Multiple 3.0q TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 460,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Stereo Monaural 20 VQT4P96 (ENG) Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 60 MB)/SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif 2.3" standard)/DPOF corresponding/MPO Motion pictures AVCHD/MP4 Audio compression AVCHD: Dolby® Digital (2ch) format MP4: AAC (2ch) Interface Digital "USB 2.0" (High Speed) ¢ Data from the PC can not be written to the camera using the USB connection cable. Analogue video NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu) Audio Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin) [HDMI] MicroHDMI TypeD Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) Approx. 96.5 mm (W)k56.8 mm (H)k21.2 mm (D) [3.8q(W)k2.23q(H)k0.83q(D)] Mass Approx. 134 g/0.29 lb (with card and battery) Approx. 119 g/0.26 lb (excluding card and battery) Operating temperature 0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF) Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH 21 (ENG) VQT4P96 Wireless transmitter Compliance standard Frequency range used (central frequency) Encryption method Access method IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch) Wi-Fi compliant WPATM/WPA2TM Infrastructure mode AC Adaptor (Panasonic VSK0775): Information for your safety Input: Output: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A 5 V, 800 mA Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCL7E): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/690 mAh 22 VQT4P96 (ENG) This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). For the software categorised as (1) and (2), please view the information by pressing [MENU/SET], displaying [Setup] > [Version Disp.], and then pressing [MENU/SET]. For the software categorised as (3), please refer to the applicable license terms in the following "Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)". · SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. · Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. · HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. · HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. · Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. · Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. · App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. · Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc. 23 (ENG) VQT4P96 · "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. · QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. · The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. · The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. · "Wi-Fi", "Wi-Fi Protected Setup", "Wi-Fi Direct", "WPA" and "WPA2" are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. · DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. · This product uses "DynaFont" from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc. · Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned. This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard ("AVC Video") and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. EU Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net Panasonic Corporation 2013