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    Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FS20 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian
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    of your Camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camera information source. Model No. Serial No. RBRC A lithium ion battery that is items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. • SDHC Logo is
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    type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
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    Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FS20 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery
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    110 V and 240 V. But • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. ∫ Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the
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    the center of the composition of the picture you want to take 31 • Preventing jitter (camera shake)....... 31 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 32 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/ Using the Digital Zoom 32 • Using the Easy zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34
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    not work under some conditions 96 Troubleshooting 98 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 104 Specifications 107 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 110 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 111 Request for Service Notice (For USA Only 112 Limited
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    Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. 1 Charge the battery. (P12) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. ̌̕˃ 2 Insert
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    camera. 1 Battery Pack (Indicated as battery in the text) 2 Battery Charger (Indicated as charger in the text) 3 USB Connection Cable 4 AV Cable 5 CD-ROM • Software 6 Strap 7 Battery Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic
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    can be moved in the up, down, left and right directions to perform an operation, or it can be pressed to select. In these operating instructions, it is pictured as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. Example: When the joystick is moved toward 2 (left) Place your finger on the
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    you will not drop it. 19 19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P83, 85, 89) 20 21 [DC IN] socket (P83, 85) 21 • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) is connected to it
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    be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. • The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. • The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged
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    Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [MODE2].) • Recording
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    the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCE10PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 2 Battery: Insert it fully being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull
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    the status indicator (green) turn off as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment. • Before removing the card or battery, turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off
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    Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used.) • You panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) Note • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P24) • Keep
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    been inserted for more than 24 hours, charging of the built-in battery for the clock is completed so the clock setting will be stored (in the camera) for at least 3 months even if the battery is removed. (If you insert a battery that is not sufficiently charged, the length of time that the clock
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    tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera. • The [SETUP] menu can be set from either the [REC MODE] or that cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera's specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or
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    for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the normal picture mode 1 Turn the camera on. OFF ON A [MENU/SET] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B C [MODE] button C 2 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!], and then
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    Preparation 1 Move 2. Switching to the [SETUP] menu 2 Move 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon . 3 Move 1. • Select a menu item next and set it. 5 Move 3/4 to select [AF MODE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and move 4 to move to the second screen. 6 Move 1. • Depending on the item, its
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    items to be set and the settings are displayed. Q.MENU A Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [AUTO REVIEW] and [ECONOMY] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent auto mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [TRAVEL DATE
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    u [VOLUME] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. [GUIDE LINE] Set the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information
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    conserve the battery life by setting these menus. q [ECONOMY] p [POWER SAVE]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. o [AUTO REVIEW] [OFF] [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one any
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    y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set after or before connecting to a PC. • When [PC] is selected
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    or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca
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    ON B C A 5 Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of [REC] modes ¦ Intelligent auto mode (P27) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ! Normal picture mode (P30) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. % Scene mode1/Scene mode2 (P47) & This allows you to take
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    the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!], and then press [MODE]. 2 Move 3/4 to select [INTELLIGENT AUTO], and then press [MENU/ SET]. 3 Hold the camera gently with both hands, A keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. A Flash B AF assist lamp B 4 Press
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    • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set. • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the scene mode has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be set to a maximum of 8 seconds.Take care not
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    are fixed. Item [GUIDE LINE] (P22) Settings ([REC. INFO.]:[OFF]) [ECONOMY] ([POWER SAVE]) (P23) [5MIN.] [AUTO REVIEW] (P23) [2SEC ] (P66) [ON] • The following functions cannot be used. - [EXPOSURE]/[AUTO BRACKET]/[DIGITAL ZOOM] • The other items on the [SETUP] menu can be set in a mode such
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    Basic [REC] mode: · Taking pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal picture mode) Many more menu items can be set and you can take pictures with greater freedom than when you take pictures in the Intelligent auto mode (P27). 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!], and then
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    D EF A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is dark) D Aperture value E Shutter speed F ISO sensitivity When exposure. 2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway while moving the camera as you compose the picture. • You can repeatedly retry the
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    ] setting. ¢2 The on-screen zoom indication may momentarily stop moving when you rotate the zoom lever to the extreme Tele position. You can enter the digital zoom range by continuously rotating the zoom lever to Tele or releasing the zoom lever once and then rotating it to Tele again. 32 VQT1M59
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    pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect. Note • The digital zoom cannot be set when õ has been selected. • The indicated zoom magnification optical Zoom". • The optical zoom is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is turned on. • If you use the zoom function after focusing on the
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    A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. - When the mode was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK] - When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/ [PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(]. 2 Move 2/1 to select the picture. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play
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    the position to be displayed, the zoom A position indication appears for about 1 second. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard "Design rule for Camera File system" established by JEITA "Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association" and with Exif "Exchangeable
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    ] mode: ¸ Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Delete the pictures on the card while the card is inserted in the camera. To delete a single picture 1 Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [,]. A [DISPLAY] button B [,] button A B 2 Move 2 to select [YES] and then
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    . ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] cannot be selected if no pictures have been set as [FAVORITE].) Note • Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while [,] is displayed). Use a battery with a sufficient power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting pictures using
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    DEC. 1.2008 Note • In [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHT SCENERY], [STARRY SKY] and [FIREWORKS] in scene mode, the guide line is gray. (P47) ∫ Recording guide line When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed
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    [REC] mode: ñ·½¾ Advanced (Recording pictures) Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A Photo flash A Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. 1 Move 1 [‰]. 2 Move 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) Item Description of settings ‡: AUTO The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. ˆ: AUTO/Red-eye reduction¢ The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before
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    The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in the following cases. - When the optical image stabilizer is set to [OFF]. - When the camera has determined that there is little jitter when the optical image stabilizer is set to [MODE1] or [MODE2]. • In Intelligent auto mode, shutter speed changes
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    a picture. Take a picture after the access indication disappears. • 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. 42 VQT1M59
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    focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again. • Macro mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is more than 50 cm (1.64 feet) it takes longer to focus on it in macro mode than normal
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    . In dark places, the self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly operating as an AF assist lamp (P66) to allow the camera to focus on the subject. • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer. • The number of pictures which can be taken in [BURST
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    and the shutter speed. • The exposure compensation value appears on the lower left of the screen. • The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the subject. VQT1M59 45
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    appears on the lower left of the screen. • The auto bracket setting is canceled if you turn the camera off or [POWER SAVE] is activated. • When auto bracket is set, the auto review function is activated regardless of the auto review setting. (The picture is not enlarged.) You cannot set the auto
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    ½¾ Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (½¾: Scene mode) When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [¦/!], and then press [MODE
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    lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture. • The subject to focus. • The recorded picture automatically appears on the LCD monitor for reviewing. • If the picture is blurry due to the slow shutter speed, we
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    , [SCENERY] This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape. Note • The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to ¶. Advanced (Recording pictures) - [SPORTS] Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Note • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) 1 [FOOD] This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. Note • The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/50 cm (1.67 feet) (Tele) to ¶] 2 [PARTY] Select this
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    mode. [5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/50 cm (1.67 feet) (Tele) to ¶] • [INTELLIGENT ISO] is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO400]. • If the camera is turned on with [BABY1]/[BABY2] set, the age and name are displayed at the lower left of the screen for about 5 seconds, along with
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) 9 [HIGH SENS.] This mode minimizes the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms. (Select this for high-sensitivity processing. The sensitivity automatically switches to between [ISO1600] and [ISO6400].) ∫ Picture size
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    the number of seconds using the quick menu. (P21) 2 Take pictures. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed. When countdown finishes, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same length of time as the set shutter speed for
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    camera with wet hands. • Sand or seawater will cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or seawater does not get into the lens or the terminals. • Problems ) to ¶. • Turn the camera off when taking off or landing. • When using the camera, follow all instructions from the cabin crew. • Be
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    4 Press the shutter button fully to stop recording. • If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. Changing the settings for the aspect ratio and the picture quality 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Move 3/4 to select [ASPECT RATIO] and
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    only is displayed on the screen. • When motion pictures recorded with the camera are played back on other equipment, the quality of the picture and on the optical image stabilizer function • This unit does not support recording motion pictures on MultiMediaCards. [REC] mode:ñ·½¾n Useful Functions
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    date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the travel destination setting. • The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • If you set a departure date and then take a picture on a date before this departure date, [-] (minus) is displayed in orange and
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    SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P16) 1 Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then move 1. • When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears. Press [MENU/SET], and set the home area on the screen in step 3. 2 Move
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    is [W]. (7.5M) (5.5M )¢ (3.5M ) (2M ) 3648k2056 pixels 3072k1728 pixels 2560k1440 pixels 1920k1080 pixels Note • "EZ" is an abbreviation of "Extended optical Zoom". • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it
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    pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing. (P102) [INTELLIGENT ISO] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P19. The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided. • Movements may not be detected when a moving subject is small, when a moving subject is at the edge of the screen or when a subject has moved at the very moment when the
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    8 Incandescent light bulb 9 Sunrise and sunset 10 Candlelight KlKelvin Color Temperature 2) 3) 4) 5) 1) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Setting the white balance manually 1 Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the
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    When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other . [AF MODE] is switched to [•]. - When the face is not facing the camera - When the face is at an angle - When the face is extremely bright or
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    Advanced (Recording pictures) - When the camera is shaking - When digital zoom is used About [ƒ] • You can focus on the subject more quickly than other AF modes. • The picture may stop moving for a moment before being
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    burst is set. • Auto bracket is canceled when burst is set. ) [DIGITAL ZOOM] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P19. This can ·½¾n [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P32 for details. • If camera shake (jitter) is a problem during zooming, it is recommended that [STABILIZER] be set to [MODE
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    of jitter. - When the zoom magnification is high. - In digital zoom range. - When taking pictures while following a moving subject. settings, refer to P19. Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. Applicable
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    selected picture is now played back filling the screen (normal playback). Note • When [ROTATE DISP.] is set to [ON], pictures which were recorded with the camera held vertically or pictures which were rotated will be displayed vertically. VQT1M59 67
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    or play back only those pictures you have set as favorites as a slide show. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and then press [MODE]. 2 Move 3/4 to select
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    5 Move 3 to select [START] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Advanced (Playback) 6 Move 4 to finish the slide show. • Normal playback resumes after the slide show finishes. ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. • The menu screen is
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    Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] mode: ¸ Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY]) [CATEGORY PLAY] This mode allows you to search images by scene mode or other categories (such as [PORTRAIT], [SCENERY] or [NIGHT SCENERY]) and sort the pictures into each of the
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    performed only in the pause mode. C A D E Reduce volume level F Increase volume level B E F Note • The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG. • Please note that the bundled software includes QuickTime to play back motion picture files created with the
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    recorded on that day is 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, 2008. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [WORLD TIME], the pictures are displayed
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    Advanced (Playback) [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P74). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) 1 Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P19) 2 Move 3/4 to select [
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    Advanced (Playback) ∫ Delete the title (for [SINGLE] only) 1 In step 4 when [SINGLE] (P73) is selected, delete all the texts, select [EXIT], and press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press [,]. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Text can be scrolled if all of the registered text does not fit on the screen.
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    Advanced (Playback) [AGE] (P51) If this is set to [ON], [AGE] is stamped on the pictures. [TRAVEL DATE] If this is set to [ON], [TRAVEL DATE] is stamped on the pictures. [TITLE] Text is printed together with the image for pictures that have already been recorded with text in [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET]
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    Advanced (Playback) 3 Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting 1 Move 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Move 2/1 to select the size¢, and then press [MENU/SET]. ¢ Only the sizes to which the pictures can be resized is displayed. [MULTI] setting 1 Move 3/4 to select the
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    3 Use the zoom lever and move 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be trimmed. Reduction Advanced (Playback) Enlargement () Zoom lever (T): Enlargement Zoom lever (W): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move Move the position () 4 Press [MENU/SET]. 5 Move 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. 6 Press [,] to
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    .] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. Rotate (The picture is rotated manually) 1 Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P19) • The [ROTATE] function is disabled when
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    Advanced (Playback) Rotate display (The picture is automatically rotated and displayed) 1 Select [ROTATE DISP.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P19) 2 Move 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF]. • Refer to P34 for
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    software on the CD-ROM (supplied). O [DPOF PRINT] DPOF "Digital Print Order Format" is a system that allows the user to select to a card (P82) and then set the DPOF setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm 1 Select [DPOF PRINT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu.
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    you go to a photo printing store for digital printing, be sure to order the printing of your photo printing store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer. • The date cannot be set from 0 to 999. • With a printer supporting PictBridge, the date print settings of the printer may take
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    not copied. (P95) • It may take time to copy the picture data. • Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a Panasonic digital camera, you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a PC.) • DPOF settings
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    bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) B Align the marks, and insert. C AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status
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    [My Computer]. • When using a Macintosh, the drive is displayed on the desktop. ("LUMIX", "NO_NAME" or "Untitled" is displayed.) 4 Double-click [DCIM] folder. 5 Using is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware. Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except
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    in the PTP mode. 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 LCD monitor. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the
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    , and disconnect the USB connection cable. • You cannot switch between the built-in memory and the card while the camera is connected to the printer. Disconnect the USB connection cable, insert (or remove) the card and then connect the USB connection cable to the printer
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    want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported 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
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    mmk279.4 mm 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. [PAGE LAYOUT 1 for each of the 4 pictures. Note • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number
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    unit and the TV off. 1 A AV OUT 2 DIGITAL B 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) 1 Connect the AV cable (supplied) to camera to the TV with the AV cable (supplied). • You cannot play back pictures on SDHC cards if the TV does not support
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    ) 14 5 Picture size (P59) 6 Quality (P60) 7 Battery indication (P13) 8 Number of recordable pictures (P104) 9 Built Zoom/Extended optical zoom (P32)/ W T 1X : Digital zoom (P32, 65) 26 Exposure compensation (P45)/ the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching
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    56 7 5 Picture size (P59) Motion picture icon (P71) 6 Quality (P60) 7 Battery indication (P13) 8 Folder/File number (P84) 19 18 1 17 100_0001 8 1/6 9 ) Cable disconnection warning icon (P85) Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of
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    camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions careful when placing the camera outside or near a window. Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate
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    into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers. When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended temperature:15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF
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    or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be camera if you use excessive force when turning it. Also, the camera body and the rating label may be damaged or scratched if the camera is attached too tightly to the tripod. • Read the operating instructions
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    OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN] • This message appears when the camera is not operating properly. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. [MEMORY CARD PARAMETER ERROR] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P15) • You can only use an SDHC
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    cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera's specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions PC or a printer [AUTO REVIEW] (P23) • $ mode Extended Optical Zoom • 9 and ô in [SCENE MODE1]/[SCENE MODE2] (P32) • $ mode [DIGITAL ZOOM] (P32) 9 and
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    Others Exposure compensation • 5 in [SCENE MODE1]/[SCENE MODE2] (P45) [AUTO BRACKET] (P46) • ô and 5 in [SCENE MODE1]/[SCENE MODE2] • $ mode [PICTURE SIZE] (P59) • 9 and ô in [SCENE MODE1]/[SCENE MODE2] • $ mode [QUALITY] (P60) • $ mode [ASPECT RATIO] (P60) • 9 and ô in [SCENE MODE1]/[SCENE
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    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P98-103). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P23) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not
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    the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P30) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly. (P31) The in the middle. • Are you using a MultiMediaCard? This unit does not support MultiMediaCards. > When you set the picture quality to [÷] or [û], we
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    LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on. • The LCD monitor turns off and the status indicator lights when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P23) is selected for the [ECONOMY] mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).] If the remaining battery power is low, it may
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    which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above. (P24
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    USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera. The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer. • Pictures cannot be printed using a printer which does not support PictBridge. > Set to [PictBridge(PTP)] in [USB MODE]. (P24, 85) The ends of
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    numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P84) The file numbers are recorded in ascending order. • If the battery was inserted or removed without first turning the camera's power off, the folder and file numbers for the pictures taken will not be stored in the memory. When the power is
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    Others Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available
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    Aspect ratio Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB Card 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB Aspect ratio Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB Card 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB (9M): (3648k2432) A › 11
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    Note • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease in order. • This unit does not support recording motion pictures on MultiMediaCards. • The extended optical zoom does not work in [HIGH SENS.] or [HI-SPEED BURST] in scene mode so the
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    pixel number 10,700,000 pixels, Primary color filter Lens: Optical 4kzoom, fl5.2 mm to 20.8 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 30 mm to 120 mm)/F3.3 to F5.8 Digital zoom: Max. 4k Extended optical zoom: Max. 7.1k Focus: Normal/Macro/Face detection/9-area-focusing/1-area-focusing (High speed
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    based on "Design rule for Camera File system", based on "Exif menu), Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin) [DC IN]: Dedicated jack 132 g/4.66 oz (excluding card and battery) Approx. 154 g/5.43 oz (with card and battery) Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40
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    Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A39B): Information for your safety Input: Output: 110 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A CHARGE 4.2 V 0.8 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCE10PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V, 1000 mAh Others VQT1M59 109
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    Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# DMW-BCE10PP Figure Description Battery Pack DMW-AC5PP GB SD Memory Card 1 GB SD Memory Card • Refer to P13 for information about the battery charging time and the number of recordable pictures. • NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may
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    Ms. First Street Address City Last State 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-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO
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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 Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 112 VQT1M59
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    DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (EXCEPT ITEMS LISTED BELOW) CCD 1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR 6 (SIX) MONTHS 90 (NINETY) DAYS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK (IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE BATTERY batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in
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    or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service center. If the problem is
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    Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected] -605-1277 Product Repairs Centralized Factory Service Center Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center MAIL TO : 1590 Touhy
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    DE SERVICE QUALIFIÉ. batterie/pile identique ou du même type recommandée par le fabricant. Suivez les instructions du fabricant pour jeter les batteries Panasonic (DMW-AC5PP; en option). • Assurez-vous d'utiliser une batterie de marque Panasonic (DMW-BCE10PP). • Si vous utilisez d'autres batteries
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    CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE OU D'INCENDIE DÛ À UN SURCHAUFFEMENT, S'ASSURER QUE RIDEAUX OU TOUT OBJET QUELCONQUE NE BOUCHENT LES ÉVENTS D'AÉRATION DE L'APPAREIL. Chargeur de batterie Ce chargeur fonctionne sur le secteur entre 110 V et 240 V. Toutefois • Aux États-Unis et au Canada, le chargeur doit être branch
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    Review 23 Auto White Balance 62 AV cable 89 Available Recording Time 106 B Baby Mode 50 Backlight Compensation 28 Battery 12, 13, 14 Battery Pictures 36 Demo Mode 25 118 VQT1M59 Digital Zoom 32, 65 DPOF Print Setting 91 Food Mode 50 Formatting 24 G Guide Line 22, 38 H High Angle 22
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    Motion Picture Mode 55 Multi Playback 34 N Night Portrait Mode 49 Night Scenery Mode 49 NO.RESET 23 Normal Picture Mode 30 NTSC 24 Number of Prints 87 Number of Recordable Pictures ..... 13, 104 O Optical Image Stabilizer 66 Optical Zoom 32 P PAL 24 Paper Size 88 Party Mode 50 PC 24,
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    are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial
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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-FS20
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
VQT1M59
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or
send e-mail to: [email protected]
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