User manual PANASONIC DMC-S3 BASIC MANUAL

[. . . ] Basic Owner's Manual Digital Camera Model No. DMC-S3 DMC-S1 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in "Owner's Manual for advanced features (PDF format)" in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. 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 VQT3E21 M1210KZ0 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. [. . . ] Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. · Use the dedicated charger and battery. · The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the clock before use. · Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C to 30 °C) (50 °F to 86 °F). Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards. 10 VQT3E21 (ENG) Connect the charger to the electrical outlet Charging light ([CHARGE]) On: Charging in progress (approx. if fully depleted)*1 *1 Charge time is approx. for DMW-BCK7PP (optional) Off: Charging complete Detach the battery after charging is completed Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) Supplied battery Capacity 660 mAh DMW-BCK7PP (optional) 680 mAh Number of recordable pictures Approx. 255*2/245*3 pictures Recording time Approx. Playback time *2 DMC-S3 *3 DMC-S1 Recording conditions by CIPA standard · CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. · [Normal Picture] Mode · Temperature: 23 °C (73. 4 °F)/Humidity: 50 %RH when LCD monitor is on. · Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). · Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. · Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this type of card. http://panasonic. net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC. html · Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported. · Using a card of SD Speed "Class 6"* or above is recommended for recording motion pictures. * SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related materials. (Example) Class 6 Latest information: http://panasonic. jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only. ) Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. (ENG) VQT3E21 13 Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Power button ( ) [Please set the clock] is displayed. Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set · To cancel Press [ / ]. Press [MENU/SET] Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET] · To return to the previous screen, press [ / ]. · Turn on the power again and check the time display. To change time setting Select [Clock Set] from [Rec] or [Setup] menu, perform and . 14 VQT3E21 (ENG) Setting the menu Refer to the procedure example below when operating the [Setup] menu, [Rec] menu and [Playback] menu. Example: Setting [AF Mode] from to in the [Normal Picture] Mode Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Switching to the [Rec] menu Select [Rec], and press [MENU/SET]. Press to select [AF Mode] and then press [MENU/SET] · Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. Press to select and then press [MENU/SET] to set Press [ / ] several times to close the menu (ENG) VQT3E21 15 Selecting the Recording Mode Press the Power button ( ) The power is turned on. Press the [MODE] button ( ) Press to select the Recording Mode Press [MENU/SET] ( ) [Intelligent Auto] Mode Taking pictures with automatic settings. [Normal Picture] Mode Take pictures with your own settings. [Scene Mode] Take pictures according to scene. [. . . ] Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty. IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. [. . . ]