Panasonic DC-TS7 Advance Operating Manual

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    for advanced features Digital Camera DC-TS7 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message Display Troubleshooting P181 P183 Finding the information you need P2 Contents P4 Contents by Function P8 Menu list P122
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    Finding the information you need In this "Owner's Manual for advanced features", you can find the information Search from "Menu list"  Click this icon to jump to "Menu list". Search from "Troubleshooting" P122 P183  Click this icon to jump to "Finding the information you need".  Click this
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    are examples provided to describe operations. • The product design and specifications described in this owner's manual may differ from the actual product due to improvements. About the indication of the applicable mode Applicable modes: The icons indicate the modes available for a
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    Contents Finding the information you need 2 How to use this manual 3 Contents by Function 8 1. Before Use Care of the camera 10 (Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera ...12 Names and Functions of Components 18 2. Getting Started/Basic Operations
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    Contents • Types of image effects 54 Taking Pictures that match the Scene being recorded (Scene Guide Mode)..........57 Take the Outdoors Scene Expressively 60 • Sports Mode 60 • Snow Mode 60 • Beach & Surf Mode 61 • Underwater Mode 61 Taking panorama pictures (Panorama
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    (remote recording 155 • Playing back/saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social media sites 156 • Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a smartphone 157 Sending images ...159 Sending images to a
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    motion pictures on your PC 173 • Transferring images to a PC 173 Printing the Pictures 175 13. Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display 177 Message Display 181 Troubleshooting ...183 Cautions for Use 192 7
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    Contents by Function Recording Recording Recording Mode P36 Panorama Shot Mode P62 Macro recording P69 [Time Lapse Shot P93 4K photo [4K PHOTO P76 [Post Focus P83 Focus [AF Mode P65 Adjusting the AF area position ........ P68 Drive [Drive Mode P86 [Burst P87 [Self Timer P91 Picture
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    P42 [Custom] menu P130 Playback Playback Picture playback P116 Motion picture playback P117 Playback Zoom P119 Multi Playback P119 Delete P121 [Auto Review P131 [Slide Show P139 Edit [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving P142 [Resize P145 [Cropping P146 [Location Logging P141 [Title Edit P142 [Text
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    lint-free cloth. • If any liquid such as water droplets is adhered to the camera or inner side of the side door, wipe off with a soft, dry cloth may cause malfunction in the performance or the function. After the camera is used underwater, speaker and microphone performance may be temporarily
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    dust. The fog will disappear naturally in approximately 2 hours with the side door open when the temperature of the camera gets close to the ambient temperature. • Contact Panasonic if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side may be fogged Condensation may occur and cause the
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    no destruction, no malfunction, or waterproofing in all conditions. ¢1 This means that the camera can be used underwater for specified time in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by Panasonic. ¢2 "MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock" is the test method standard of the
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    impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by Panasonic to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. • Using the camera in environments where splashing with hot spring water, oil or alcohol is likely to occur
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    of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera, the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic for related costs and other information. 3 Close the side door securely. • Lock the [LOCK] switch securely until
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    temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF and 104 oF). • Do not use the camera at a depth of over 31 m (102 feet). • Do not use it in the hot (104 oF) (in the bath or hot spring). • Do not use the camera underwater for longer than 60 minutes continuously. • Do not open or close the side door underwater.
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    or less. • Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol or cleanser, soap or detergents. • If the diopter adjustment dial, shutter button, the camera [ON/OFF] button or other parts are not moving smoothly, there may be trapped foreign objects. As continued use may cause these parts to get
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    card/battery slot or the terminal connector. Be sure to wipe any water off with a soft, dry cloth. • The water droplets may seep into the camera when the side door is closed while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure. • When particles such as salt residues from seawater are adhering
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    3 4 5 6 5 7 12 16 11 13 15 8 10 14 9 1 Camera [ON/OFF] button (P31) 2 Motion picture button (P105) 3 Shutter button (P35 15 Release lever (P20) Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. • After placing the strap around your wrist
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    mount (P197) • It may not be possible to attach and securely 32 fasten a tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more to the camera. Doing so may also damage the
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    Slide the [LOCK] switch A, and release the lock.    2: Slide the release lever B and open the side door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 2 Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, insert
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    • Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.) • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the monitor to clear before removing the card or battery. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally and the card
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    Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery only when it is inserted in the camera. Camera conditions Charge Turned off ± Turned on - ∫ About batteries that you can use with pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. 22
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    the USB connection cable F USB connection cable (supplied) (supplied) to the [USB/CHARGE] socket. • Check the direction of the terminals and • Place the camera in an upright position, and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. find the terminal at the bottom. (It may result in malfunction
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ About the charging lamp Lit: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) • When the charging lamp flashes - The battery temperature is high or low. Reconnect the USB
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    adaptor (supplied) and USB connection cable (supplied) are for this camera only. Do not use them with other devices. • The battery becomes warm after using it is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.) • If a problem occurs in the power outlet, such as a power outage, charging may
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    time and number of recordable pictures • The numbers of recordable pictures listed here are based on the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard. • When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor) Number of
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    3 • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Access to the the battery, card. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. Doing so may damage the card or recorded
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    display it by recording date. • The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc. • Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Formatting the
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    pictures and available recording time • The numbers of recordable pictures listed here are based on the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard. • When a Panasonic SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ∫ Number of recordable pictures • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of recordable pictures and available recording time vary. • Continuous motion picture recordable times [Rec Quality] Continuous recordable time Size interval for dividing files When an
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 7 When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET]. 8 When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET]. 9 Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then press [MENU/SET].  7RURQWR 1HZ
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    , keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Before using the camera, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fasten it to your wrist to avoid dropping the camera. (P18) • Do not swing around or pull forcefully on the unit with the strap attached. The
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Using the Viewfinder Diopter adjustment Rotate the diopter adjustment dial. • Adjust until you can see the characters displayed in the viewfinder clearly. Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder Press [LVF] to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder. Press [LVF]. 34
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    removed for picture-taking. • Even during menu operation or image playback, if you press the shutter button halfway, you can instantly set the camera ready for recording. ∫ About focus range The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom. The focus range may change gradually depending on
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    [MODE]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. Intelligent Auto Mode (P45) Program AE Mode (P49) Manual Exposure Mode (P50) Creative Control Mode (P52) Scene Guide Mode (P57) Sports Mode (P60) Snow Mode (P60) Beach & Surf Mode (P61) Underwater Mode (P61) Panorama Shot Mode
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information) Press [DISP.]. In Recording Mode • Viewfinder display With information MP4 60p 4:3 L 0 98 Environment information¢  IW 1     Without information • Monitor display With information
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations In Playback Mode With information 4:3 L 1/98 F3.3 60 8 0 0 AWB Detailed information display F3.3 0 WB AWB ISO 80 4:3 L 60 P STD. 10:00 DEC.1.2018 s RGB 100-0001 Histogram display F3.3 60 0 ISO80 1/98 100-0001 Environment information  IW 1
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    lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. You can also configure the settings of Wi-Fi related functions. [Playback] (P138) This menu lets you set the playback and editing settings for
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    6L]H 4XDOLW\ / 0  6HQVLWLYLW\ $872 • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera. • The description of each menu or setting item A is displayed on the menu screen. 6HWFRPSUHVVLRQOHYHORISLFW 3KRWR6W\OH 67' $VSHFW
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    be performed by pressing the shutter button. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. 41
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Custom] > [Fn Button Set] > [Setting in REC mode]/[Setting in PLAY mode] 2 Press 3/4 to select the
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    - [Auto Bracket] (P89) - [i.Dynamic] (P126) - [HDR] (P126) - [Shutter Type] (P127) - [i.Zoom] (P99) - [Digital Zoom] (P100) - [Stabilizer] (P96) - [Motion Pic. Rec Quality] (P107) - [Histogram] (P130) - [Guide Line] (P131) - [Rec Area] (P131) - [Restore to Default] ¢ Function button settings at the
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    2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Entering Text 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register. 012 $ D $D • To continuously enter the same character, move the 3456 789 :;
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    and record without thinking about them. 1 Press [MODE]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select [ ], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Hold the camera with the lens facing toward the subject. • When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned will change. (Automatic Scene Detection) 45
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    Red-Eye Removal is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. ∫ Scene Detection • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the scene detection has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be slower than normal. Take care not
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    single picture. MENU > [Rec] > [iHandheld Night Shot] > [ON]/[OFF] • The angle of view will be slightly narrower. • Do not move the camera during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • Flash is fixed to [Œ] (forced flash off). Not available in these cases: • [iHandheld Night
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    [ ] is displayed on the screen. MENU > [Rec] > [iHDR] > [ON]/[OFF] • The angle of view will be slightly narrower. • Do not move the camera during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • You cannot take the next picture until the combination of pictures is complete. • A moving
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    3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Automatically Adjusted Aperture and Shutter Speed (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing
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    3 switches the operation between setting the aperture value and shutter speed. 4 Press 2/1 to adjust. A Exposure meter B Aperture value C Shutter speed D Manual Exposure Assistance SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 3.3 10 0 +3 3.3 30 Available Aperture Value (Wide) F3.3, F10 Available Shutter Speed (Sec
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    value When the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], the camera sets the ISO sensitivity automatically so that the exposure will be appropriate 0 Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. • The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the
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    [MENU/SET]. Displaying the description of each image effect Press [DISP.] while the image effect selection screen is displayed. • When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed. Normal display
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    screen. &XVWRPL]HGVHWWLQJWRFKDQJH )LOWHU(IIHFW (;36 6LPXOWDQHRXV5HFRUGZR)LOWHU 2)) - [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]: Allows you to set the camera to take a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously. • White Balance will be fixed to [AWB], and [Sensitivity] will be
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    3. Recording Modes Types of image effects [Expressive] [High Key] [Monochrome] [Silky Monochrome] [Cross Process] [Bleach Bypass] [Fantasy] [Sunshine] [Retro] [Low Key] [Dynamic Monochrome] [Impressive Art] [Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Star Filter] [Old Days] [Sepia] [Rough Monochrome] [High
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    you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1 minute long.) • If you end motion picture recording after a short time, the camera may go on recording for a certain period. 55
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    .], you will return to step 2. • To change the setting, press [MODE], and select [One Point Color] again. The set color is memorized even if the camera is turned off. In that case, the operation starts from step 3. • Depending on the subject, the set color may not be left in. ∫ Setting the
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    Scene Switch], and then press [MENU/SET]. You can return to step 3 on P57. • The following items cannot be set in Scene Guide Mode because the camera automatically adjusts them to the optimal setting. - Items other than the picture quality adjustment in [Photo Style] - [Sensitivity] - [Metering Mode
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    tips Press [DISP.] while the scene selection screen is displayed. • When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display [Clear Portrait] [Backlit Softness] [Relaxing Tone] [Bright Blue Sky] [Vivid Sunset Glow
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    3. Recording Modes [Clear Nightscape] [Warm Glowing Nightscape] [Handheld Night Shot] • Do not move the unit during the continuous shooting after pressing the shutter button. • The angle of view will be slightly narrower. [Soft Image of a Flower] • We recommend setting the flash to [Œ] when you take
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    side door all the way until it clicks. Also, read "(Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of the Camera" (P12) before using the camera. • If the camera has been used at the beach or underwater, soak it in fresh water pooled in a shallow container for approximately 10
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    set to AF lock when [AF Mode] is set to [ ]. Underwater Mode This is optimal for recording images underwater at a depth exceeding 3 m (9.8 feet). ¢ This camera has a waterproof/dustproof function equivalent to "IP68". In addition, it can take pictures at a depth of up to 31 m (102 feet) for up to 60
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    Recording from left to right Picture size: [STANDARD] Picture size: [WIDE] • Move the camera at a constant speed. A Recording direction and Pictures may not be able to be recorded properly if the progress (Guide) camera is moved too fast or slow. 5 Press the shutter button once again to end
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    [WIDE] Horizontal Vertical 8176 pixels 1088 pixels 752 pixels 7680 pixels ∫ Technique for Panorama Shot Mode A Move the camera in the recording direction without shaking it. (If the camera shakes too much, pictures may not be able to be recorded, or the recorded panorama picture may become
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    3. Recording Modes ∫ About playback Pressing 3 will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. 1/98 • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. 3 Start panorama playback/Pause¢ 4 Stop ¢ You can perform frame-by-frame forward/rewind by
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    exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. • The camera can detect the faces of up to 14 people. The camera keeps adjusting the focus and exposure automatically to the specified moving object. (Dynamic Tracking) • Perform either of the following
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    can be focused. This is effective when a subject is not in the center of the screen. ([1-Area]) The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen. Ù ([Spot]) The camera focuses on a limited narrow area in the screen. • Press the shutter button halfway to exit the menu. 2 Press
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    Focus] - When using the Digital Zoom • For [High Speed Video] recording, the operation of [Ø] is performed. ([Face Detection]) • The camera may not detect faces in ]/ [Handheld Night Shot]/[Appetizing Food]/[Cute Dessert] (Scene Guide Mode) - Underwater Mode ([Tracking]) • AF Tracking may
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    4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting up position of the AF area Applicable modes: You can set the AF area position with or [Ù] of Auto Focus Mode. • With [š], if you move the AF area to anywhere other than detected faces, Auto Focus operates in the same way as when
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    digital zoom range) j • Keep the following points in mind when taking close-up pictures: - If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera (Creative Control Mode) - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - Panorama Shot Mode - When [HDR] is set to [
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    of the recording screen will no longer change. It is recommended to record by checking the actual brightness of the recorded image in the Auto Review or playback screen. • The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. (When [Exposure Comp. Reset] (P136) is set to [OFF]) 70
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    80 AUTO (Intelligent ISO) from 80 to 3200, H.6400¢2 The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness. • Maximum [ISO1600]¢1 The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the
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    it is dark Fast Increased Less • For information on the focus range of flash when [AUTO] is set, refer to P104. • [ ] is not available in Manual Exposure Mode. • The following settings are available when recording with the 4K Photo or Post Focus function: [AUTO]/[80] to [3200] 72
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    4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is
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    [AWB] or [Ò]. • The White Balance is only calculated for subjects within the range of the camera's flash. (P104) • In the Scene Guide Mode, settings suitable for each scene are made. • In Scene Guide Mode, changing the scene or Recording Mode will return White Balance settings (including the White
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    4. Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Finely adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. 1 Select the White Balance and then press 4. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to fine-adjust
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording 4K Photos Applicable modes: The camera allows you to take burst pictures of 8 million pixels (approx.) at 30 frames/ second. After ball is thrown) Audio recording: Not available ¢ Audio is not played back when you perform playback with the camera. 76
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    not appear as smooth as they do on the normal recording screen.    • The camera will perform burst recording of a 4K photo and save it as a 4K burst file in MP4 format. • When [Auto Review] is enabled, the picture selection screen will be displayed automatically. To continue recording, press
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    can be canceled by pressing [ [ ]. ] (4) and then selecting [ ] ([Single]) or Battery drainage and camera temperature • When [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) is set, the battery drains faster and the camera temperature rises. Select [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) only when recording. • Recording stops when the
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings ∫ The camera's setup for the 4K Photo function The camera's setup is automatically optimized for 4K photo recording. • Handheld Night Shot]/[Clear Night Portrait]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures - When using [Time Lapse Shot
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving 1 Select an image with the [ ] icon on the playback screen, and press 3. • The slide view screen, where you select pictures, is displayed. 2 Press 2/1 to select the frame to be saved as a picture. • Select [ ]/[ ] and
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Operations during selecting pictures ∫ Navigating the slide view screen Position of the displayed frame Fn2 Fn1 Button operation 2/1 Select / > [MENU/SET] Description of operation Selects a frame. • You can select a frame from 60 frames (continuous burst time of
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    operation. Saves the picture (during pause). Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen • If you display 4K burst files on a TV connected to the camera, they will be displayed only on the 4K burst playback screen. • Even if you insert the SD card to a 4K-compatible TV with an SD
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Controlling Focus After Recording (Post Focus) Applicable modes: The camera allows you to take 4K burst pictures while shifting the focus to different areas. After taking these pictures, you can select the desired focus area.
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    . (Audio will not be recorded.) • When [Auto Review] is enabled, a screen that lets you select the . For details, refer to "The camera's setup for the 4K Photo function" Motion pictures cannot be recorded. - [Digital Zoom] is disabled. - [Remaining Disp Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When using
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    ] to save the picture. • The picture will be saved in JPEG format. • You cannot choose and save the picture from a TV screen even if the camera is connected to a TV through an HDMI micro cable. 85
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. 1 Press 4 ( ). 2 Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then press [MENU/SET].    1 [Single] 2 [Burst] (P87) 3 [4K PHOTO] (
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    Number of recordable pictures¢ 11 15 Depends on the capacity of the card ¢ When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic. The burst speed will become slower halfway. However, pictures can be taken until the capacity of the card becomes full. Depending on recording
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    ]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures - When recording using the flash - When using [Time Lapse Shot] 88
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    the number of pictures that you set is taken. • The picture count is reset to [0] if you change the Auto Bracket setting or turn the camera off before all the pictures that you set are taken. 89
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    Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures - When using [Time Lapse Shot] 90
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    for the self-timer, and then press [MENU/SET].   Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 seconds intervals. Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. • When using a tripod, etc., this setting is a convenient
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    ∫ Canceling the self-timer Select [ ] ([Single]) or [ ] from among the drive modes. (P86) • The self-timer can also be canceled by turning off the camera. (When [Self Timer Auto Off] (P136) is set to [ON]) • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. • The flash output may vary
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    5. 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) Applicable modes: The camera can automatically take pictures of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses and create a motion picture. • Set the date and time settings in
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    . When the recording start time arrives, the power turns on automatically. To turn on the camera manually, press the camera [ON/OFF] button. • Operations during recording standby (The camera is turned on) Button operation Description of operation [Fn1] Displays a selection screen that lets you
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    charge on the battery runs out - Turning the camera off During pause, you can replace the battery and the card, and then turn on the camera to restart the operation. (Note that the pictures in the following cases: - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording motion pictures 95
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    (P91). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen ]/[Glittering Illuminations]/ [Clear Night Portrait] (Scene Guide Mode) - When you set to a slow shutter speed 96
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    Stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button. - When there is a lot of jitter - When the zoom magnification is high - When using the Digital Zoom - When taking pictures while following a moving subject - When the
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    range B Optical Zoom range (including the Extended Optical Zoom range) C Intelligent Zoom range D Digital Zoom range E Current zoom position (Focal lengths the same as those of a 35 mm film camera) ෱ IWದ   PP Optical Zoom Applicable modes: Zooms in without deteriorating the image
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    in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - [Impressive Art]/[Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop] (Creative Control Mode) - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) - When [HDR] is set to [ON] - When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON] - When [iHDR] is set to [ON] - When recording
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    • In the Digital Zoom range, the AF area is displayed at the center in a larger size. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - [Impressive Art]/[Toy Effect]/[Toy Pop]/[Miniature Effect] (Creative Control Mode) - [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode
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    6. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking pictures by using the flash Applicable modes: A Flash • Do not cover the flash with your fingers or other objects.  In the following cases, the flash is fixed to [Œ] (forced flash off). • When recording motion pictures • When recording 4K photos • When
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    set to [ON], [ ] appears on the flash icon. • The Red-Eye Reduction effect differs between people. Also, if the subject was far away from the camera or was not looking at the first flash, the effect may not be evident. 102
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    The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, -: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Scene Guide Mode) Recording Mode Program AE Mode Manual Exposure Mode [Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin] [Backlit Softness] [Clear in Backlight] [Relaxing Tone] [Distinct Scenery
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    flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ 1/60¢ to 1/1300 ‰ Flash setting Œ Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/16000 4 to 1/16000 ¢ The value changes to 4 seconds in Manual Exposure Mode. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene. 104
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    7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Picture/4K Motion Picture Applicable modes: You can record motion pictures and 4K motion pictures in MP4 recording format. Audio is recorded in stereo. 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Elapsed recording time B Available
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    distorted audio may be recorded and played back. Drain the water, and use the camera only after letting it dry for a while. (P17) Not available in these cases [Glistening Water]/[Glittering Illuminations]/[Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Guide Mode) - When recording with [Post Focus] - When using
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    100 Mbps 100 Mbps 28 Mbps 20 Mbps 10 Mbps • The higher the "Bit rate" value is, the higher the picture quality becomes. Since the camera employs the "VBR" recording method, the bit rate is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. As a result, the recording time is shortened when
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    operation to be performed during motion picture recording. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Continuous AF] [ON] [OFF] The camera automatically keeps focusing on subjects during recording. The camera maintains the focus position at the start of recording. • Focus is readjusted if you press the shutter
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    7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Applicable modes: You can record still pictures while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • Simultaneous
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    7. Recording Motion Pictures Recording slow motion pictures ([High Speed Video]) Applicable modes: You can record motion pictures in approximately 1/4k slow motion by performing high-speed recording at 120 frames/second. The motion is displayed slower during playback. • Recording will be
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    8. Sensor Sensors (compass/altimeter) are operated Applicable modes: • Information measured on this unit is only a rough indication. Do not use it for technical purposes. • When using this unit for full-scale mountain climbing, trekking, use the measured information (direction, altitude) only as a
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    8. Sensor Using the altimeter Applicable modes: You can check the altitude of the current location. Altimeter is not adjusted at the time of purchase. • Displaying range is j500 m (j1640 feet) to 9000 m (29530 feet). A Altitude B Current altitude  IW 1     ∫ About
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    the Altimeter You can manually adjust the altimeter. To measure altitude with greater accuracy, we recommend that you make adjustments regularly by comparing a reference altitude on a sign or other accurate altitude information with the altitude indicated by the camera. 1 Select the menu. MENU
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    • The colored portion of the needle points north. A North  • It may not measure correctly when you measure with this unit upside down. • The camera uses its magnetic compass to measure bearings. As a result, there is a difference in angle (declination) between magnetic north, the north that the
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    8. Sensor Adjusting the compass Adjust the compass when the measurement value does not match the actual bearing. 1 Select the menu. MENU > [Setup] → [Calibrate compass] 2 Securely hold the unit vertically, and adjust by turning it in a figure of 8 by rolling your wrist a few times. • An
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    press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession. ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter button halfway. • When the camera is turned off, press and hold [(]. If you turn it on this way, the playback screen will be displayed automatically. Not available in these
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    9. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the MP4 format. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon ([ ]). Press 3 to play back. 12s A Motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed
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    9. Playing Back and Editing Images Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture 1 Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. • Press 2/1 to fine-adjust the pause position while the motion picture is paused. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • Still pictures will be saved with [Aspect Ratio] set to [16:9] and [
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    the Calendar screen is first displayed. • You can display the Calendar between January 2000 and December 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera, the recording date is set as January 1st, 2018. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [World Time], the pictures are
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    9. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Group Pictures A picture group consists of multiple pictures. You can play back pictures in a group either continuously or one by one. • You can edit or delete all pictures in a group at once. (For example, if you delete a picture group, all pictures
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    9. Playing Back and Editing Images Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. ∫ To delete a single picture 1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ ]. 2 Press 3 to select [Delete Single] and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ To delete multiple pictures or all the
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    Shot] (P93) • [Panorama Settings] (P63) • [Shutter Type] (P127) • [Red-Eye Removal] (P128) • [ISO Limit Set] (P128) • [Extended ISO] (P128) • [i.Zoom] (P99) • [Digital Zoom] (P100) • [Stabilizer] (P96) [Photo Style] Applicable modes: You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to
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    picture quality, [_] is displayed beside the Photo Style icon on the screen. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. • Only picture quality adjustment can be set in the Scene Guide Mode. 123
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    printing or the playback method. MENU > [Rec] > [Aspect Ratio] [4:3] [3:2] [16:9] [1:1] [Aspect Ratio] of a 4:3 TV [Aspect Ratio] of a 35 mm film camera [Aspect Ratio] of a high-definition TV, etc. Square aspect ratio [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the
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    to measure brightness can be changed. MENU > [Rec] > [Metering Mode] [] (Multiple) [] (Center weighted) [] (Spot) This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically. Usually, we recommend using this
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    10. Using Menu Functions [i.Dynamic] Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure are compensated when the brightness difference between the background and subject is great, etc. MENU > [Rec] > [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] Not available in these cases: • Compensation effect may not be
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    the mechanical shutter mode to take a picture. Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter Description The camera starts an exposure electronically, and ends it with the mechanical shutter. The camera starts and ends an exposure electronically. Flash ± - Shutter speed (Sec.) 4 to 1/1300th 1 to
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    is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. MENU > [Rec] > ]/[Cool Night Sky]/[Warm Glowing Nightscape]/[Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Guide Mode) [Extended ISO] Applicable modes: You can extend the
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    (P110) • [AF Mode] (P65) • [Continuous AF] (P108) • [Metering Mode] (P125) • [i.Dynamic] (P126) • [i.Zoom] (P99) • [Digital Zoom] (P100) • [Wind Cut] (P129) [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: The camera will effectively reduce the wind noise when recording sound. MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Wind Cut
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    ] (P130) • [Guide Line] (P131) • [Rec Area] (P131) MENU > [Custom] • [Remaining Disp.] (P131) • [Auto Review] (P131) • [Fn Button Set] (P42) [AF Assist Lamp] AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera
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    ] This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. When [ ] is set, guideline positions recording time. • [9999i] is displayed if there are 10000 or more pictures remaining. [Auto Review] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. •
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    10. Using Menu Functions : [Setup] menu • [Precautions] (P13) • [Online Manual] (P132) • [Clock Set] (P31) • [World Time] (P133) • [Wi-Fi] (P133) • [Sensor Settings] (P111) • [Altimeter Adjust] (P113) • [Calibrate compass] (P115) • [Beep] (P133) • [Live View Mode] (P134) • [
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    10. Using Menu Functions [World Time] Sets the times for the region where you live and your holiday destination. • [Destination] can be set after setting up [Home]. After selecting [Destination] or [Home], press 2/1 to select an area, and press [MENU/SET] to set. " [Destination]: Travel
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    [Monitor Luminance] „ [AUTO] ... 1 [MODE1] ... 2 [MODE2] ... 3 [MODE3] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. Make the monitor brighter. Set the monitor to the standard brightness. Make the monitor darker. • Some subjects may appear differently
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    is not connected to a Wi-Fi network and has not been used for 15 minutes (approx.). The monitor/viewfinder is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. • Press any button to turn the monitor/viewfinder on again. • [Economy] does not work
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    , select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. [Version Disp.] It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera. • Press [MENU/SET] on the version display screen to display information about the software on the unit. [Exposure Comp. Reset] An exposure value can
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    -Fi Settings] Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings. • Always reset the camera when disposing or selling it to prevent personal information saved within the camera from being misused. • Always reset the camera after making a copy of personal information when sending the
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    capacity in advance. - [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving]/[Text Stamp]/[Time Lapse Video]/[Resize]/[Cropping] • The camera may not play back images recorded on other devices correctly, and the functions of the camera may not be available for the images. ∫ How to select an image(s) after selecting [Single] or
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    a slide show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, etc. We recommend this feature when you view your pictures by connecting the camera to a TV. MENU > [Playback] > [Slide Show] 1 Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you select [Picture
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    10. Using Menu Functions ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Duration] • [
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    it on images using a smartphone. (P157) • You need to install "Panasonic Image App" on your smartphone. (P151) • Read the [Help] in for further details on how to operate. Preparation: Sending location information to the camera from the smartphone. MENU > [Playback] > [Location Logging] 1 Press
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    10. Using Menu Functions [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] You can save pictures of a 4K burst file that were extracted from any 5 second period at once. MENU > [Playback] > [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] 1 Press 2/1 to select the 4K photo burst files and press [MENU/SET]. • If the burst time is 5 seconds or less
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    10. Using Menu Functions [Text Stamp] You can stamp recording information on recorded images. MENU > [Playback] > [Text Stamp] 1 Select the picture. (P138) • ['] appears on screen if the picture is stamped with text. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Setup], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to
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    10. Using Menu Functions [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Dividing a motion picture is permanent. Decide before you divide! MENU > [Playback] > [Video Divide] 1 Press 2/1 to
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    10. Using Menu Functions [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. MENU > [Playback] > [Resize] Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to
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    10. Using Menu Functions [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. MENU > [Playback] > [Cropping] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Use the zoom button and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. : Reduction :
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    a card, they cannot be deleted when the card's Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. • The [Protect] feature is only designed to work with this camera. • Even if you protect pictures on a card, they will be deleted if the card is formatted. 147
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    sites (P156) Writing location information on images stored in the camera (P157) Easy connection You can easily set up a direct connection to your smartphone without entering a password. When sending images to PC (P163) This owner's manual refers to both smartphones and tablets as "smartphones" from
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    Lit: When the Wi-Fi function is ON or connected by Wi-Fi Blinking: When sending image data by operating the camera ∫ About the [Wi-Fi] button In this owner's manual, a function button to which [Wi-Fi] is assigned is referred to as the [Wi-Fi] button. • For information about the function
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    11. Using the Wi-Fi function • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. • Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. •
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    remotely, play back images on the camera or save them to the smartphone. • You need to install "Panasonic Image App" (referred to as and information provided in this owner's manual may differ from your device depending on the supported OS and "Image App" version. • The service may not be able to be
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    displayed on the connection confirmation screen is the one you actually want to connect to. When a wrong device is displayed, if you select [Yes], the camera will automatically connect to that device. We recommend that you set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON] if, for example, there is another Wi-Fi device
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    Using a password to set up a connection Connecting with a password further enhances security. You can scan a QR code or manually enter a password to set up a connection. Preparations: (On the camera) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Wi-Fi Password] > [ON] ∫ Using the QR code to set up
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    11. Using the Wi-Fi function ∫ Manually entering a password to set up a connection On the camera MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Remote Shooting & View] A SSID and password B QR code • When the camera is ready to be connected to the smartphone, the QR code, SSID
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    remote recording) 1 Connect to a smartphone. (P152) 2 Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ ]. 2 Record an image. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. • Some functions, such as 4K Photo, Post Focus, and 4K motion picture recording, are not available.   Not available in these cases: • In the
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    , select [LUMIX]. (To play back the image) 2 Touch the image to enlarge it. (To save the image or upload it on a social media site or other web service) 3 Touch and hold an image, and drag it.      • When you play a motion picture, the camera transmits it to the "Image App" at a reduced
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    location information  • Location information different from that at the time of recording may be written. Keep the following points in mind: - Set the camera's [Home] setting in [World Time] to your region. - Once you start recording location information with your smartphone, do not change the
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    the smartphone. Select [ ] to stop recording the location information. ∫ Writing the location information to the images (Preparation on the camera) Connect to a smartphone. (P152) Operate the smartphone. 1 Start "Image App". (P151) 2 Select [ ]. 3 Select [Geotagging]. 4 Select [ ] to send and write
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    back or sent depending on the device. • Refer to the manual of the destination equipment for more information on how to playback pictures cannot change the sending settings while sending pictures. 55 • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording.
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    connection, press 3/4 to select [Exit], and then press [MENU/SET]. Not available in these cases: • Images recorded with a device other than the camera and images modified or edited on a PC may not be sent. ∫ Changing the settings for sending images Pressing [DISP.] after completing a connection
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    /SET]. 2 Enter the PIN code of the smartphone into the camera. 3 On the smartphone, start "Image App". (P151) [Manual Connection] Operate the smartphone. 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function To check whether your smartphone supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone. 161
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    ]. • To change the send setting, press [DISP.]. (P160) 5 When [Send Images While Recording] has been selected Take pictures. (P159) When [Send Images Stored in the Camera] has been selected Select the picture. (P160) 162
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    to use for receiving, then right-click. 2 Select [Properties], then enable sharing of the folder. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC or Help on the OS. (For Mac) Supported OS: OS X v10.5 to v10.11, macOS 10.12 Example: OS X v10.8 1 Select a folder you intend to use for
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    (PIN code)] Enter a PIN code into the wireless access point to set up a connection. 1 On the camera screen, press 3/4 to select the wireless access point you are connecting to, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 of the function, refer to the operating instructions for the wireless access point. 164
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    SET]. • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Apple Mac has been selected Take pictures. (P159) When [Send Images Stored in the Camera] has been selected Select the picture. (P160) • Folders sorted by the
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    [Set]. • Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point's radio waves may be too weak. Refer to "Message Display" (P181) and "Troubleshooting" (P183) for details. • Depending on
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    11. Using the Wi-Fi function Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Using the history or favorites list, you can easily connect with the same settings as used previously
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    ]. Change the Wi-Fi settings of the device you want to connect to so that the access point to be used is set to the camera. You can also select [New Connection] and reconnect the devices. (P152) • A connection may not be established easily when you try to connect to a network to
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    ] You can improve security by enabling password entry for a direct connection to a smartphone. [ON] [OFF] Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID and password. (P153) Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID. (P152) • When [ON] is selected, you can also set up a connection by
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    function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input screen when the Wi-Fi function is used. [Setup] [Cancel] Enter any 4-digit numbers as the password. • For information on how to enter characters, refer to P44. - • Make a copy of password. If you forget the
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    Do not connect devices to incorrect terminals. Doing so may cause malfunction. HDMI A HDMI socket (on the TV) B HDMI micro cable C [HDMI] socket (on the camera) • Use a "High Speed HDMI micro cable" with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work. "High Speed
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    cable (supplied) is connected simultaneously. • No image will be displayed on the monitor/viewfinder of the camera. In addition, no audio will be output from the speaker of the camera. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. The recorded pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory
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    PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected to any PC capable of recognizing a mass storage device. • Windows support: Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10 • Mac
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    12. Connecting to other equipment • Use a battery with sufficient battery power. If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the alarm beeps. Disconnect the USB connection cable safely. Otherwise, data may be destroyed. • Before inserting or removing a
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    12. Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera's monitor. • Group pictures will not be displayed as group pictures but as single
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    by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.) • If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the picture. • Depending on the
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    13. Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The descriptions in this section use the monitor screen as examples. In recording  MP4 60p 4:3 L  ラュン    3.3 60 0 80 AWB 98 1 2 EXPS 1 Recording Mode (P36) Photo Style (P122) A› Quality (P125) š Ø Ù AF Mode (P65) Post Focus (P83)
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    (P35) 60 Shutter speed (P35) Exposure compensation value (P70) Manual Exposure Assistance (P51) ISO sensitivity (P71) 5 White Balance Fine minute, s: second ¢2 This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching from Playback Mode
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    13. Others In playback  4:3 L 1/98  SLF  F3.3 60 8 0 0 AWB  1 å ' 8m30s Playback Mode (P140) Protected picture (P147) Location Information display (P141) Cable disconnect prohibit icon (P176) Motion picture playback (P117) Play panorama (P64) Save pictures from the 4K burst file (P80)
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    13. Others In playback Detailed information display F3.3 60 0  WB AWB ISO 80 P STD.  10:00 DEC.1.2018 4:3 L s RGB 100-0001  1 Recording information Intelligent Dynamic Range Control (P126) HDR (P126)/iHDR (P48) 2 Recorded date and time/World Time (P133) 3 4:3 L 60p 120fps A› 100-
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    necessary data on a PC, etc. [Cannot be set on this picture] • Pictures that do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be edited on the camera. [Memory Card Error Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. - Insert a different card. - Format the card again with the
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    specific time has passed. Reconnect the connection again. [Connection failed] • Change the access point to connect to in the smartphone Wi-Fi settings to this camera. 182
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    13. Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P183 to P191). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P137) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately
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    drive mode set to a mode other than [Single]? (P86) The subject is not focused properly. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P35) The recorded picture is blurred. The Image Stabilizer is not effective. • The shutter speed will become slower and the Image Stabilizer function may
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 185
    meets the rating. (P27) Sometimes it is difficult to focus with Auto Focus when recording 4K motion pictures. • This phenomenon occurs when the camera is trying to record with highly accurate focus at a reduced Auto Focus speed, and is not a malfunction. In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 186
    subject changes. This is not a malfunction. Monitor and viewfinder do not switch when [LVF] is pressed. • It is only displayed on the monitor when the camera is connected to a PC or printer. Playback The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures. • Is the card inserted? • Is this
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 187
    . • When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted. • If you place the camera on a metal table or shelf, the radio waves may be adversely affected. In such cases, you may not be able to establish a connection. Move the
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 188
    account. Be sure to use the user name and password for the local account. The PC is not recognized when I use a Wi-Fi connection. The camera cannot be connected to PC via Wi-Fi connection. • The default workgroup name is set to "WORKGROUP". If you changed the workgroup name, the PC
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    the USB connection cable after turning this unit off. The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer. • Pictures cannot be printed using a printer that does not support PictBridge. • Select [PictBridge(PTP)] when connecting. (P175) The ends of the pictures are cut at
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 190
    ). For details, refer to P13. A rattling or similar sound is heard from the camera. • This is the sound of the lens moving and not a malfunction in the following cases: or similar sound is heard when you turn on or off the camera or switch between Recording Mode and Playback Mode. The sound from the
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 191
    [LOCK] switch to the locked side. Doing so may cause damage or leaks. > Release the lock. (P20) Cannot move some parts of the camera, such as the buttons, dial, and side door. • When using the camera in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, do not leave the
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 192
    be recharged.) Charge it sufficiently in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). • If the camera gets very cold in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude, performance of the monitor may temporarily drop immediately after turning
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 193
    camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals. • If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera camera, remove the battery. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth. • When the camera , kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 194
    • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it or distorted audio may be recorded and played back. Drain the water, and use the camera only after letting it dry for a while. (P17) • Do not poke the
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 195
    the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged. • Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera. Bring charged spare batteries when going out. • Be aware that recordable time will become shorter in cold places such as ski resorts or
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 196
    the camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card, please refer to "Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the memory card". (P196) When uploading images on web services
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 197
    for a long period of time. About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods • When you use a tripod, make sure the
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 198
    LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device. ∫ Use of the Wi-Fi function of this
  • Panasonic DC-TS7 | Advance Operating Manual - Page 199
    Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DC-TS7
DVQP1681ZA
F0618HN0
Message Display
P181
Troubleshooting
P183
Finding the information you need
P2
Contents
P4
Contents by Function
P8
Menu list
P122
(U.S. customers only)