User manual PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-FZ35

[. . . ] Basic Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ35 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please also refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) recorded on the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied). You can learn about advanced operation methods and check the Troubleshooting. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www. panasonic. com/contactinfo P VQT2G40 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic!You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. [. . . ] If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures decreases. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 117. ] Recording motion pictures (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) [AVCHD Lite] [MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality (Recording with picture quality set to [SH]([ ])) set to [HD]([ ])) Continuous recordable time (motion pictures) Actual recordable time (motion pictures) Approx. 80 min¢ · These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73. 4 oF) and a humidity of 50%. · The time available for recording varies depending on the environment, the interval between recordings, and the manner of use. · Actual recordable time is the time available for recording when repeating actions such as switching the power supply [ON] / [OFF], starting/stopping recording, zoom operation etc. ¢ Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen. Playback (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) Playback time Approx. 480 min The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery. (ENG) VQT2G40 15 Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery · Check that this unit is turned off. · We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card/battery door to open it. · Always use genuine Panasonic batteries · If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. (CGR-S006A). Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. Card: Push it fully until it clicks being careful about the direction 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. · The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. B 1:Close the card/battery door. 2:Slide the card/battery door to the end and then close it firmly. · If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove the card, check its direction and then insert it again. 16 VQT2G40 (ENG) Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) · The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. · The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] Mode. ) A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. , : Cancel without setting the clock. Press [MENU/SET] to set. · After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Recording Mode, and check that the display reflects the settings that were performed. · When [MENU/SET] has been pressed to complete the settings without the clock having been set, set the clock correctly by following the "Changing the clock setting" procedure below. Changing the clock setting Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1. · It can be changed in steps 3 and 4 to set the clock. · Once a charged battery has been installed for 24 hours, the clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (ENG) VQT2G40 17 Preparation Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera's clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items This section describes how to select the Program AE Mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [s] in the Program AE Mode · 3/4/2/1 in the steps can be operated with the joystick too. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch C Mode dial Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. · When selecting the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu settings, set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and proceed to step 4. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. · You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever. 18 VQT2G40 (ENG) Preparation Switching to the [SETUP] menu 1 Press 2. 2 Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ]. 3 Press 1. [. . . ] THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only. ) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. [. . . ]