Panasonic DMC-FP8 operating instructions Scene detection, AF Tracking Function

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Basic

Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the built-in memory or the card is being formatted].

Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally.

If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.

Scene detection

When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.

¦> [i-PORTRAIT]

[i-SCENERY]

[i-MACRO]

[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT]

[i-NIGHT SCENERY]

[i-BABY]¢

Only when [] is selected

[¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.

When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face detection)

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 to move the camera while taking pictures.

When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], and the face similar to the registered face is detected, [R] is displayed in the top right of [ ], [ ] and [ ].

¢When [FACE RECOG.] is set to [ON], [ ] will be displayed for birthdays of registered faces already set only when the face of a person 3 years old or younger is detected.

AF Tracking Function

It is possible to set the focus to the specified subject. Focus will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves.

1Press 3.

[

] is displayed in the upper left of the screen.

AF Tracking frame is displayed in the center of the

 

screen.

Press 3 again to cancel.

2Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and

press 4 to lock the subject.

AF tracking frame will turn yellow.

An optimum scene for the specified subject will be

chosen.

Press 3 to cancel.

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Contents Basic Operating Instructions Information for Your Safety Dear CustomerCarefully observe copyright laws About the battery pack FCC NoteDeclaration of Conformity About the battery charger Battery chargerCare of the camera About Condensation When the lens is fogged upThis symbol is only valid in the European Union About cards that can be used in this unitContents Standard Accessories Indicated as battery charger or charger in the textNames of the Components PressCard/Battery door Release lever Hand strap eyeletTripod receptacle Charging the Battery Detach the battery after charging is completedBattery life Recording conditions by Cipa standardInserting and Removing the Card optional/the Battery Do not touch the connection terminals of the cardSelect Clock SET in the REC or Setup menu, and press Setting Date/Time Clock SetChanging the clock setting Turn the camera onSetting the Menu Setting menu itemsPress Press 4 to select the Setup menu icon Press 3/4 to select AF ModePress Selecting the REC Mode REC Mode ñ Taking pictures using the automatic functionSlide the REC/PLAYBACK selector switch to !. Press a Press the shutter button halfway to focusScene detection AF Tracking FunctionREC Mode · Taking pictures with your favorite settingsFocusing Press 3/4 to select Normal PICTURE, and then press MENU/SETSlide the REC/PLAYBACK selector switch a to Playing back Pictures Normal PlayPress 2/1 to select the picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press ‚ Deleting PicturesTo delete a single picture Press 2 to select YES and then press MENU/SETExample When an English language OS For WindowsFor Macintosh Specifications Shutter speed Metering modeISO sensitivity Standard Output Sensitivity White balanceBattery Pack Lithium-ion Panasonic DimensionsMassweight Interface DigitalDigital Camera Accessory System Accessory# Illustration DescriptionDigital Camera Accessory Order Form VisaReason for requesting service Request for Service NoticeLimited Warranty Limited Warranty CoverageOne Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey Carry-In or Mail-In Service Customer Services Directory Accessory Purchases United States and Puerto Rico
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