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    Digital Camera Operating Instructions Model No.DMC-FX5PP Before use, please read these instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : [email protected] For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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    this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED INSTALLED NEAR THE SERVICE
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    TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003
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    Names of the Components 8 Quick Guide 10 Charging the Battery 12 About Setting the White Balance 58 Setting the White Balance manually (White set 59 Finely Adjusting the White Balance... with Audio 65 Using the AF Trigger 66 Using the Digital Zoom 68 Using the Color Effect 69 Adjusting the
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    90 Formatting the Card 92 Playing Back Pictures with a TV Screen 93 Before Connecting with USB Connection Cable 94 Connecting to Troubleshooting 115 Specifications 117 Digital Camera Accessory System 119 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)......... 120 Request for Service
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    Preparation Preparation Standard Accessories Before using your camera, check the contents. ∫ SD Memory Card (16 MB) RP-SD016B (In the text, it is indicated as "Card") ∫ AC Cable K2CA2EA00002 ∫ Battery Pack CGA-S001A (
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    ∫ USB Connection Cable K1HB08CD0004 Preparation ∫ CD-ROM ∫ Strap VFC4033 7
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    Preparation Preparation Names of the Components 1 2 34 1 Strap Eyelet (P20) 2 Flash 3 Lens 4 Self-timer Indicator (P43, 55) 5 Lens Cover 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 14 13 12 6 Optical Finder 7 Flash/Access Indicator (P17, 31, 40) 8 Status Indicator (P31) 9 [DISPLAY] Button (P24, 27, 35, 82) 10 Mode Dial
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    AV OUT DC IN EXT. Preparation 22 Terminal Door 23 [DIGITAL] (P96, 97, 99)/ [AV OUT] (P93) Socket 24 [DC IN/EXT.] Socket (P16) 23 24 25 Card/Battery Door (P14, 18) 25 26 26 Tripod
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    Quick Guide Preparation • Charge the battery before using. • Prepare the Camera/AC cable/Battery/AC adaptor/Card. • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. ª Preparation 1 Charge the battery. (P12) 3 1 Insert the card. (P18) 2 Close the card/battery door. 1 • The
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    ª Recording Preparation ª Playback 4 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Set the clock. (P21) 3 Select Normal picture mode [ ]. 6 1 Select Playback mode [ ]. 2 Select the picture you want to view. (P45) OFF ON 5 Take a picture. (P30) WB REVIEW SET 11
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    The battery becomes warm after use/ charge or during charge. The camera also becomes warm during use. However, it is not a malfunction. • The battery and AC adaptor are designed only for this camera. Do not use them with any other equipment. • Do not disassemble or
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    electrical outlet, remove the battery and ensure both room and battery temperature are not too low or high and then charge it again. If the problem persists, consult the dealer or your nearest servicenter. 13
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    Preparation Inserting the Battery Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. 1 Open the card/battery door. 3 Close the card/battery door. 2 Insert the charged battery until it clicks. 14
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    the lens is retracted. 1 Open the card/battery door. 2 Slide the lock 1 to remove the battery. ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • If you will not be using the camera for a long time, remove the battery. • After the fully charged battery has been inserted for more than 48 hours, the clock setting is stored (in
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    worrying about battery discharge by connecting to an AC adaptor. Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. 1 Connect the AC cable. 3 Connect the DC cable. 2 Open the terminal door. DIGITAL AV OUT DC IN EXT. • Align the [2] mark 1 on the DC cable and the
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    switch is unlocked, these functions become available.) SD Memory Card 16 When the flash/access indicator 1 and card access indication 2 light, do not: • turn the camera off. • remove the battery or the card. • disconnect the DC cable if you use the AC adaptor. The card and the card contents may be
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    Preparation Inserting the Card Preparation • Check that the camera is turned off and that the lens is retracted. 1 Open the card/battery door. 3 Close the card/battery door. 2 Insert the card all the way
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    /Tips ¬ • The card may be damaged if it is removed while the camera is on. • If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove cannot be fully inserted, check the direction of the card. • We recommend using Panasonic's SD Memory Card. (Use only the genuine card.) • The card may be
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    Preparation Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the top of the strap through the strap eyelet 1. 3 Pull the strap. 2 Pass the opposite side of the strap through its ring shaped part. 20
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    Preparation Setting the Date/Time (Clock Set) ª Initial setting The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. When you turn the camera on, the clock setting screen appears. PLEASE SET THE CLOCK CLOCK SET MENU 1 Select [CLOCK SET] from the [SETUP] menu. (P23) REC BEEP NO.RESET
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    You can set the date printing in DPOF print setting on this camera. (P82) • Using the supplied software, [SD Viewer for DSC], it is possible to have the date imprinted on the picture. For details, please read the supplied operating instructions for PC connection. • When you go to a photo studio for
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    Setup Menu Preparation 1 Turn the camera on. OFF ON 4 Select the desired item. REC SETUP 1/3 WB REVIEW SET MONITOR AUTO REVIEW OFF 1SEC. 3SEC. ZOOM POWER SAVE 2MIN. ECO ECONOMY OFF
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    audio or the data into the card regardless of the setting on the auto review function. (The picture is not enlarged.) • [2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]: The camera is automatically turned off if it has not been used for a predetermined amount of time. (Press the shutter button or turn the
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    . We recommend formatting the card after saving the data on a PC or other. • The file number reset is also reflected on Simple mode [ ]. The camera is reset to the initial settings. However, the folder number, the clock setting and the setting on Simple mode [ ] are not changed. CLOCK SET Change
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    The language setting is also reflected on Simple mode [ ]. The volume of speakers can be adjusted in 7 steps. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the speakers of the TV is not changed. • [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. • [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. (P93
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    1600 100_0001 1/19 F2.8 1/200 ISO100 AUTO 10:00 JAN. 1.2004 1600 1 19 1600 1 19 F Display G Display with recording information and histogram H Non-display ª Recording guide line You can achieve balanced pictures by aligning the subject on the cross point of the horizontal and vertical
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    displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. • It allows the camera user to easily check the way a picture is being exposed. • When the values are concentrated to the left as A, the picture is under exposed
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    The Mode Dial Preparation Select the desired mode turning the mode dial. : Normal Picture mode (P30) The aperture value and the shutter speed are automatically adjusted. : Self-portrait mode (P55) Use this mode when you want to take a picture of yourself. : Macro mode (P51) This allows you to
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    Pictures Recording pictures (basic) Preparation • Insert the charged battery (P14) or connect the AC adaptor (P16). • Insert the card. (P18) 1 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Select Normal Picture mode [ ]. 3 Focus on the subject to take the picture. 1600 1 19 OFF ON F2.8 1/25 2 Aim the AF area
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    power is low. (blinking slowly) ª Flash/Access Indicator B • Hold the camera firmly with your right hand. • Do not cover the flash with your finger or other objects. • Hold the lower left of the camera with your left hand. • Do not cover the microphone with your finger or
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    lock (P33). • Even if the focus indication appears ª Care for the camera and the subject is focused, it is canceled when you release the shutter impact to the lens or lens barrel (P8). ª Exposure • When turning the camera on in the • If the exposure is not adequate, the indication of the
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    to fix the focus and the exposure. • When the subject is focused, the focus indication lights. 3. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway, move the camera as you compose the picture. 4. Press the shutter button fully. picture will not be influenced. This function make it easy to adjust the focus
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    ON CLOCK SET SELECT SET WB EXIT MENU REVIEW SET • [ENLARGE]: This selection is intended for situations when large printing is desired. The camera is preset to [2304a1728] in [Fine] picture mode. • [4qa6q/10a15cm]: This selection will offer an easy way to produce small "general purpose" prints
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    settings in Simple mode MONITOR (P24): • Fixed to [0] (standard). POWER SAVE (P24): • Fixed to [2MIN.]. • When you want to turn the camera on again, press shutter button or turn the camera off and then on. • When you use the AC adapter, the power save mode is not activated. ECONOMY (P25): • Fixed to
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    Recording pictures (basic) Checking the Recorded Picture (Review) Preparation • In Motion image mode [ ], review function is not activated. 1 Press 4. REVIEW1X 2 Enlarge and shift the picture. REVIEW4X EXIT 4X DELETE WB 1X 8X DELETE W T WB REVIEW SET • The last recorded picture appears
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    Recording pictures (basic) Using the Optical Zoom With this feature, you can make people and subjects appear closer with the 3 times optical zoom, and landscapes can be recorded in wide angle. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]. (P29) ª To make subjects appear closer 1X (Tele)
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    Recording pictures (basic) Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash Preparation • Set the mode dial except for P29) ª Switching the flash setting WB : Forced OFF Even in dark places, the flash is not activated. Use this when taking pictures in places where use of the flash is not allowed. ª
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    from ISO100 to 200. To avoid noises, decrease the ISO sensitivity. • Do not stare at the photo flash from close proximity (a few centimeters from the camera) when using the flash. • If you bring the flash too close to the subjects, they may be distorted or discolored by its heat and lighting
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    Recording pictures (basic) • The flash icon turns red when activating the flash and pressing the shutter button halfway. • When the flash is being charged, the flash/access indicator and the flash icon blink red, and you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully. • When
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    the brightness of the subject. • The exposure compensation value appears on the lower left of the screen. • The exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. REVIEW SET REVIEW SET REVIEW SET • You can compensate from j2 EV to i2 EV in steps of 1/3 EV. 41
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    Recording pictures (basic) Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded by each press of the shutter button according to the compensation range of the exposure. You can select the desired exposure among the 3 types of pictures. Preparation • Set the mode
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    Recording pictures (basic) Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P29) 1 Switch the self-timer setting. 1600 1 19 WB REVIEW SET : Self-timer set to 10 seconds ; : Self-timer set to 2 seconds ; No display (canceled) 2 Focus on the subject to
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    Recording pictures (basic) Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]. (P29) 1 Switch the burst mode setting. 1600 1 19 H H : High speed ; L : Low speed ; No display (canceled) 2 Take pictures. ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ ª Number of pictures recorded in
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    the folder name or file name on PC, the pictures may not be played back. • The file format that can be played back with this camera is JPEG. (There are also pictures that cannot be played back in JPEG format.) • When playing back pictures that have been recorded with other equipment
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    Playback (basic) 9 Pictures Multi Playback Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Switch to multi screen. 1600 100_0001 1/19 10:00 JAN. 1.2004 W T 1 4 7 SELECT 2 3 5 6 8 9 CANCEL 2 Select the pictures. 1 4 7 SELECT WB 2 3 5 6 8 9 CANCEL REVIEW SET 10 11 12 SELECT
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    Playback (basic) Using the Playback Zoom Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Enlarge the picture. 2X 4X CANCEL W DELETE T ª To delete a picture during the playback zoom Press the [ ] button. When the confirmation screen appears, press 2 to select [YES], and press 4. (P48) ¬
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    Playback (basic) Deleting Pictures Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) ª To delete single picture 1 Select the picture to be deleted. 1600 100_0001 1/19 10:00 JAN. 1.2004 2 Delete the picture. DELETE SINGLE DELETE THIS PICTURE? YES NO SELECT SET MULTI/ALL WB REVIEW SET • Press 2
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    ª To delete multi pictures 1 Select [MULTI DELETE]. MULTI/ALL DELETE MULTI DELETE ALL DELETE Playback (basic) 3 Delete the pictures. MULTI DELETE DELETE THE PICTURES YOU MARKED? YES NO SELECT SET CANCEL SELECT SET WB /FOCUS 2 times REVIEW SET 2 Select the pictures to be deleted. MULTI
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    double-check before deleting pictures. • Pictures that are protected (P83) or not of DCF standards (P45) are not deleted. • Do not turn off the camera or remove the card while deleting. • When the remaining battery power (P13) is low, use the AC adaptor. WB WB /FOCUS 2 times REVIEW SET REVIEW
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    (10 cm()50 cm) • Macro mode [ ] 0.98 feet (30 cm) 0.33 feet (10 cm) ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • In Macro mode, we recommend using a tripod. • When the camera lens is at a distance beyond the available range from the subject, the subject may not be focused even if the focus indication lights. • In Macro
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    , rotate the zoom lever to Tele as far as possible to be close to the subject, and then select a background which is far from the camera. 1600 1 19 ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • This mode is suitable for outdoors in the daytime. • [AUTO] setting in white balance works best when recording outdoors in the
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Taking Pictures using Landscape Mode In Landscape mode the camera is adjusted to produce the greatest depth of field. This mode works best outdoors under direct sunlight at distances exceeding 9.84 feet (3 m). Preparation • Set the
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    1/2000th Stabilizer function 1 - 1/2000th [OFF] 8 - 1/2000th ª Technique for Night portrait mode • When you record pictures holding the camera with your hands, keep the camera firmly with activating the stabilizer function. (Shutter speed: max. 1/8th) When you turn the stabilizer function to [OFF
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    firmly and then press the shutter button fully. ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • The available focus range is 0.98 feet (30 cm) - 2.30 feet (70 cm). When the camera lens is at a distance over the range, the subject may not be focused even if the focus indication appears. • When you take a picture of yourself
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    . 3 Press the shutter button fully to start the recording. 1 35S • The audio recording starts simultaneously from the built-in microphone 2 of the camera. • By pressing the shutter button fully again, the recording stops. • If the memory of the card becomes full during recording, the recording
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    when recording motion images. • When the motion images recorded with this camera is played back on other equipment, the quality of pictures and sounds setting [MOTION RATE] to [30fps] cannot be played on the camera which does not support [30fps] of motion rate. • The review function cannot be used.
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    or bluish. This can occur when shooting under early or late day sunlight, on a cloudy day, or under halogen lighting. By using the manual White Balance feature you can achieve a more accurate reproduction of the color white. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ ]. (P29) 1 Select
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    In this case, set the white balance to the mode except [AUTO] manually. 1 The range that is controlled by the auto white balance adjustment mode of this camera 2 Blue sky 3 Cloudy sky (Rain) 4 TV screen 5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent light 7 Incandescent light bulb 8 Sunrise and sunset 9 Candlelight
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Finely Adjusting the White Balance If you cannot acquire the desirable hue with white balance because of too many different light sources, etc., adjust the fine white balance as follows. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ • Set the white balance to
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    size (2304k1728 pixels), the printed picture will be clearer, especially with larger sized prints. • If you playback pictures recorded using [HDTV] mode on a High-Definition TV, (HDTV has 16:9 aspect) the picture quality will be higher. An SD Memory Card can be played on
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Changing the Quality "Quality" refers to the amount each image is compressed. Lower compression results in superior picture quality. Higher compression allows you to store more images on your SD Memory card. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ ]. (
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    and exposure is decreased. It is useful when you may be shooting through a group of people and want to designate where in the group the camera will calculate the exposure. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for P29) 1 Select [SPOT MODE] and set it to [ON]. REC 1/3 W.BALANCE PICT.SIZE QUALITY
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Setting ISO Sensitivity The ISO setting sets the cameras sensitivity to light. The ISO setting can be increased when you need to take pictures in places where a flash may not be allowed. The overall
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    MENU ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • It is not necessary to keep pressing the shutter button. • Audio is recorded from the built-in microphone 1 of the camera. MENU WB WB REVIEW SET REVIEW SET • Close the menu by pressing the [MENU] button after finishing the setting. 2 Take the picture. 1600 1 19
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    in advance, and it is used when taking a picture of the subject with quick motion. This function is suitable when the distance between the camera and the subject is certain. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for P29) 1 Select [AF TRIGGER] and set it to [FOCUS]. REC 2/3 SETUP SENSITIVITY
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    3 Take the picture. 1600 1 Recording pictures (advanced) 19 AF FOCUS ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • When the AF Trigger is set to [FOCUS], you cannot focus on the subject by only pressing the shutter button halfway. Be sure to press the [FOCUS] button before taking pictures. • When taking pictures
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    to continuously rotate the zoom lever to Tele or to release the zoom lever once and then rotate it to Tele again. W T 9X W T 1 Optical zoom 2 Digital zoom 1 Select [D.ZOOM] and set it to [ON]. REC 2/3 SENSITIVITY AUDIO REC. AF TRIGGER D.ZOOM OFF SELECT SET SETUP AUTO OFF ON EXIT MENU MENU
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Using the Color Effect You can use 3 types of color effects depending on the image of the picture. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ ]. (P29) 1 Select [COL.EFFECT] and set the color. REC 3/3 SETUP COL.EFFECT OFF COOL WARM B/W PICT.ADJ.
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Adjusting the Quality of the Picture (Picture Adjustment) Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ ]. (P29) 1 Select [PICT.ADJ.] and set it. REC 3/3 SETUP COL.EFFECT OFF PICT.ADJ. NATURAL STANDARD STABILIZER MODE1 FLIP ANIM. SELECT SET EXIT MENU
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    the optical image stabilizer icon turns yellow soon after you turn the camera on to keep the stabilizer function activated. • While the optical image in the following cases. - When too much jitter occurs. - In digital zoom range. - When taking pictures while following subjects in motion. -
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    Recording pictures (advanced) Creating Flip Animation You can create motion image files by arranging pictures taken frame-by-frame. Preparation • Set the mode dial except for [ ]/[ ]/[ ]. (P29) Example: When capturing images of the subject in sequence moving it little by little and aligning the
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    Recording pictures (advanced) ª Creating motion images 3 Capture images for flip animation. 5 Select [CREATE MOTION IMAGE]. 320 1 2 REMAIN 98 FLIP ANIM. IMAGE CAPTURE CREATE MOTION IMAGE DELETE STILL IMAGES EXIT MENU SELECT SET EXIT MENU MENU WB WB • You can take up to 100 pictures. 4
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    not be played by other equipment. • The flip animations recorded with setting [FRAME RATE] to [5fps] cannot be played back on the camera which does not support [5fps] of motion rate. • Audio cannot be recorded on flip animations. However, you may hear noises when playing back with other equipment
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    Playback (advanced) Playback (advanced) Playing Back Pictures with Audio Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Select the picture with audio icon [ ]. PLAY AUDIO 1600 100-0001 1/19 ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • The picture with audio cannot be resized (P88) or trimmed (P90). 10:00 JAN. 1.
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    motion images. • The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG. • Some QuickTime Motion JPEG files recorded by a PC or other equipment may not be played back with this camera. • When playing back motion images that have been recorded with other
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    (advanced) Rotating the Picture You can rotate the recorded pictures in increments of 90°. This is a convenient function to play back pictures on TV. Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Select [ROTATE]. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT
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    and the Number of Prints (DPOF Print Setting) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a system that allows the user picture will be printed. Many commercial photo printing services now use DPOF. For more information please visit: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/avc/video/dpof/dpof_110/white_e.htm
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    ª Multi setting/cancel Playback (advanced) 1 Select [DPOF PRINT]. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU MENU WB WB 3 Select the pictures and set the number of prints. DPOF SET MULTI 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 COUNT 001 SELECT DATE DISPLAY EXIT MENU
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    ª To cancel all settings 1 Select [DPOF PRINT]. Playback (advanced) 3 Select [YES] to cancel all settings. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU CANCEL ALL DPOF CANCEL ALL DPOF PRINT SETTINGS? YES NO SELECT SET MENU WB WB WB WB REVIEW SET
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    ª Index setting/cancel 1 Select [DPOF PRINT]. Playback (advanced) 3 Select [YES] to index setting. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU DPOF INDEX SET INDEX PRINT? YES NO SELECT SET MENU WB WB WB WB REVIEW SET REVIEW SET 2 Select [INDEX].
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    function when you print pictures with printers supporting DPOF printing. • DPOF is the abbreviation for Digital Print Order Format. This feature allows you Technology Industries Association]. • When setting the DPOF print, this camera will overwrite any previous DPOF print settings made by other
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    Playback (advanced) Preventing Accidental Erasure of the Picture Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) ª Single setting/cancel 1 Select [PROTECT]. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU MENU WB WB REVIEW SET REVIEW SET 2 Select [SINGLE].
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    Playback (advanced) ª Multi setting/To cancel all settings Perform the same operation as in [Setting the Picture to be Printed and the Number of Prints (DPOF Print Setting)]. (P78- 80) ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • While this feature protects the pictures from accidental erasure, formatting the card will
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    Playback (advanced) Playing Back with Slide Show Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Select [SLIDE SHOW]. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU MENU WB WB 3 Select the following items. START DURATION 1SEC. 2SEC. 3SEC. 5SEC. AUDIO
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    Show. • DPOF setting with the [SD Viewer for DSC] in the supplied CD-ROM is only for printing. Please set DPOF Slide Show with this camera to play back pictures in DPOF Slide Show. • When setting the DPOF Slide Show, this
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    Playback (advanced) Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures (Audio Dubbing) Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Select [AUDIO DUB.]. PLAY 1/2 SETUP ROTATE PROTECT DPOF PRINT SLIDE SHOW AUDIO DUB. SELECT SET EXIT MENU • The audio dubbing cannot be used with motion images or protected
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    Playback (advanced) Resizing the Pictures This function is useful if you want to reduce the file size of the picture, in those cases when it needs to be attached to an e-mail or uploaded to a website. Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 1 Select [RESIZE]. PLAY 2/2 RESIZE TRIMMING
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    Playback (advanced) 4 Select [YES] or [NO] and set it. RESIZE DELETE ORIGINAL PICTURE? YES NO SELECT SET CANCEL MENU WB WB REVIEW SET REVIEW SET • When you select [YES], the picture is overwritten. • When the original picture is protected, you cannot overwrite the resized picture. • Close the
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    Playback (advanced) Trimming the Pictures Preparation • Set the mode dial to [ ]. (P29) 2 Select the picture to trim. TRIMMING 1600 100-0001 1/19 1 Select [TRIMMING]. PLAY 2/2 RESIZE TRIMMING FORMAT SETUP SELECT SET EXIT MENU MENU WB WB REVIEW SET REVIEW SET SELECT SET WB EXIT MENU
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    Playback (advanced) 4 Shift the picture and press the shutter button fully to set. ¬Suggestions/Tips ¬ • The following pictures cannot be trimmed. TRIMMING 1600 100_0001 1/19 - Pictures equal to or smaller than 640k480 pixels - Pictures recorded with setting the picture size to [HDTV] - Motion
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    card, please copy them to your PC before proceeding. • During formatting, do not turn the camera off. • When the remaining battery power (P13) is low, use the AC adaptor. • If or send e-mail to : [email protected] For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www
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    ª Playing back pictures with AV cable (supplied) • Turn the camera and the TV off. DIGITAL 1 AV OUT DC IN 2 EXT. 1 Connect the AV cable to the [AV OUT] socket of the camera. • Align the [2] mark on the AV cable and the [1] mark on the [AV OUT] socket. 2 Connect the AV cable to the video
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    the USB communication system according to the OS of your PC or your printer before connecting them to the camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). Set the items on [USB MODE] in the [SETUP] XP Professional or Mac OS X Printer to be connected Printers supporting USB Direct-Print. Printers
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    above-mentioned OS with setting the [USB MODE] to [PTP], USB MODE the messages shown on the right appear on the LCD monitor of the camera. PTP The following messages appear for each OS on the display of the PC. Select [Cancel] to close the window and disconnect the PC. OS
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    Playback (advanced) Connecting to a PC (Mass Storage) DIGITAL AV OUT DC IN EXT. 1 Turn the camera on and then set [USB MODE] to [Mass Storage]. (P94) 2 Connect the camera to a PC via the USB connection cable (supplied). ACCESS [Windows] The drive appears on the [My Computer] folder. • If it is the
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    below on the OS except for Windows XP and Mac OS X. DIGITAL AV OUT DC IN EXT. 1 Turn the camera on and then set [USB MODE] to [PTP]. (P94) 2 Connect the camera to a PC via the USB connection cable (supplied). ACCESS [Windows] The camera icon appears on the [My Computer] folder. • If it is
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    the alarm beeps. In this case, stop the communication. Then turn the camera off and charge the battery. • It may take time to display the communication screen depending on the PC. • You can only load pictures from the camera and cannot write them on the card or delete them. • Use the supplied USB
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    (advanced) Connecting to a Printer By connecting the camera directly to a printer supporting PictBridge or USB Direct-Print via the USB connection cable (supplied), you can select the pictures to be printed or start printing. DIGITAL AV OUT DC IN EXT. 1 Turn the camera on and then set the [USB MODE
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    • Connect the camera to a printer. (P99) • Set the paper size and print quality. (Read the printer operating instructions.) ª Single picture step 2 appears when DPOF print is not set or the printer does not support DPOF print. 2 Select the picture to print. PictBridge 1600 100_0001 1/19 PLEASE
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    DPOF print with this camera in advance. (P78) • Set the paper size and print quality. (Read the printer operating instructions.) ª DPOF picture 1 if there is no malfunction on the printer. • When the printer does not support the date printing by DPOF setting, the date may not be printed as it is
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    Playback (advanced) Using a Printer (USB Direct-Print) Preparation • Connect the camera to a printer. (P99) • Set the paper size and print quality. (Read the printer operating instructions.) ª Single picture 1 Select [SINGLE PICTURE]. DIRECT PRINT SINGLE DPOF PICTURE PICTURE SELECT SET 3
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    the DPOF print with this camera in advance. (P78) • Set the paper size and print quality. (Read the printer operating instructions.) ª DPOF picture 1 Select date print setting on DPOF setting. (P82) • If the printer does not support the date printing by DPOF setting, the date may not be printed as
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    where it will be subjected to high temperatures, high humidity or soot. Fungus may be attached to the lens or condensation may occur. - Keep the camera in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place and avoid storing near dust or chemicals. - We recommend keeping it in a closed case with the desiccant
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    and time (P21) • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when turning the camera on, setting the clock and after switching from the Playback mode to the Recording mode 23 Spot metering target (P63) 24 Zoom (P37) : Digital zoom ON (P68) 25 Focus indication (P30) 26 Burst (P44) 27 Color effect
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    (P43) 10 Card access indication (P17) 11 AF area (P30) 12 Current date and time (P21) • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when turning the camera on, setting the clock and after switching from the Playback mode to the Simple mode. 13 Burst (P44) 86 7 8 9 10 11 12 106
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    Others 12 34 5 6 7 1 14 13 PLAY AUDIO 1600 100-0001 8 1/19 9 10 F2.8 1/25 ISO100 AUTO 11 10:00 JAN. 1. 2004 12 ª In playback 1 Playback mode 2 DPOF (P78, 85) 1 (White): DPOF setting for printing 1 (Green): DPOF setting for Slide Show 1 (Green with number of prints): DPOF setting for
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    The Menu Items ª [REC] mode menu REC 1/3 SETUP 1 W.BALANCE AUTO 2 PICT.SIZE 1600 3 QUALITY 4 SPOT MODE OFF SELECT SET EXIT MENU 1 W.BALANCE (P58) 2 PICT.SIZE (P61) 3 QUALITY (P62) 4 SPOT MODE (P63) REC 2/3 SETUP 5 SENSITIVITY AUTO 50 100 200 6 AUDIO REC. OFF 7 AF TRIGGER 8 D.
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    ª Simple mode menu • For items without numbers, refer to those with the same name in [REC] mode menu. Others 32 PLAY SETUP 1/2 MONITOR VOLUME BEEP POWER SAVE 2MIN. 23 PICT.MODE ENLARGE 4"t6"/10t15cm E-MAIL AUTO REVIEW ON BEEP ON CLOCK SET SELECT SET 32 VOLUME (P26) EXIT MENU PLAY
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    away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). • If you use the camera on or near a TV, pictures and sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the camera near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely
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    a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. [Recommended temperature: 59oF to 77oF (15oC to 25oC), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%] Battery • Do not leave the camera and the battery at the place where the temperature is too high, such as inside a car during the summer. • Extremely high or low
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    or the recorded content may be damaged. • After use, be sure to remove the card from the camera. • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt • The feature depends on the printer used. Refer to the operating instructions of the printer for details. 112
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    Others Approximate number of recordable pictures and the size Picture size Quality 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 2304k1728 8 16 17 34 35 70 72 142 144 283 291 571 1600k1200 1280k960 640k480 17 34 22 43 69 129 36 72 47 90 145 270 74 149 96 184 298 553 150 301 195 372
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    CAN'T BE DELETED] The pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. [SYSTEM ERROR] This message appears when the camera does not operate properly. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest servicenter. [MEMORY CARD ERROR] Failed access to
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    Others Troubleshooting 1: The camera is not turned on. 6: The screen is too bright or dark. battery. 7: The flash mode is set to forced OFF. Change the flash mode. 2: As the camera is turned on, it turns off immediately. 8: Unreadable language was 2: Is the battery charge insufficient to
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    on the television. 11-1: Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? Check it. 11-2: Set the TV to video input mode. 12: When connecting to a PC, pictures cannot be transferred. 12-1: Is the camera connected to the PC correctly? Check it. 12-2: Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly? 12
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    Specifications Digital Camera Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 4.7 V 2.2 W (When recording with LCD Monitor to on) 1.0 W (When recording with LCD Monitor to off) 1.3 W (When playing back with LCD monitor) Camera Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Digital zoom
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    (0oC - 40oC) 10% - 80% Battery Charger/AC Adaptor (Panasonic DE-929A) Information for your safety Input Output 110 - 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.22 A DIGITAL CAMERA 4.7 V 1.5 A CHARGE 4.2 V 0.65 A Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGA-S001A) Information for your safety Voltage/capacity 3.6 V, 680
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    Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGA-S001A Figure Description Lithium Ion Battery RP-SDH512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SD128BU1A RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA BN-SDCAPU/1B BN-SDABPU/
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    Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES
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    what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Digital Camera Repair 121
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    San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Digital Still Camera Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended
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    Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750 which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your
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    (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check) Product Repairs MAIL TO : Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123-7847 Attention: Digital Camera Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin Centralized
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    Creating Motion Images 73 D Date Printing 22, 82 Deleting Pictures 48 Digital Zoom 68 DPOF Print Setting 78 E Economy Mode 25 Exposure 32 100 Picture Size 61 Pictures with Audio 65 Playback 45 Playback Pictures on TV 93 Playback Zoom 47 Playing Back Motion Images ...... 76 Playing Back
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    Others R Recording Guide Line 27 Reset of setting 25 Resizing 88 Review 36 Rotate 77 S Self-portrait Mode 55 Self-timer 43 Setup Menu 23, 24, 25, 26
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    Others Others Guía española de uso rápido • Cargue la batería antes del uso. • Prepare la cámara, el cable de CA, la batería, el adaptador de CA y la tarjeta. • Verifique que la cámara esté apagada y que el objetivo esté retraído. ª Preparaciones 1 Cargue la batería. 3 1 Inserte la tarjeta. 2
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    ª Grabación Others ª Reproducción 4 1 Encienda la cámara. 2 Ajuste el reloj. 3 Seleccione el modo de imagen normal [ ]. 6 1 Seleccione el modo de reproducción [ ]. 2 Seleccione la imagen que quiere ver. OFF ON 5 Saque una imagen. WB REVIEW SET 128
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    MEMO 129
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    MEMO 130
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    MEMO 131
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    PSC") Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 C 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. P VQT0G12 F1203Mr0 ( C 1000A )
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Digital Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No.
DMC-FX5PP
Before use, please read these
instructions completely.
VQT0G12
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : [email protected]
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca