Panasonic DMC-LC80GN, DMC-LC50GN, DMC-LC70GN operating instructions Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Operational difficulties may be improved by restoring the initial settings on the [SETUP] menu. Select [RESET] on the SETUP menu and reset the Setup parameters.

1:The camera is not turned on. 1-1: Are the batteries inserted or the

AC adaptor (optional, DMW-AC2) correctly connected? Check the connection.

1-2: Are the batteries sufficiently charged? Use sufficiently charged batteries (when using Ni-MH batteries). Replace them with new batteries (when using Alkaline batteries).

2:As the power is turned on, it turns

off immediately.

2-1: Is the battery power sufficient to operate the camera? Charge the batteries (when using Ni-MH batteries). Replace them with new batteries (when using Alkaline batteries).

2-2: Are the batteries other than the recommended ones?

2-3: The remaining battery life of the Nickel Manganese battery cannot be correctly displayed because of its characteristics.

2-4: If you press the shutter button halfway without enough power remaining on the batteries, the camera may be turned off. This is a feature which helps to avoid abnormal recordings due to insufficient battery power, not a malfunction. Replace the batteries.

2-5: The Power Save is set before shipment. Therefore, the camera is turned off in 2 minutes if you do not operate it. This is not a

malfunction. You can select it on the setup menu.

3:The brightness of the screen becomes dark or bright for a

moment.

3:This phenomenon appears when pressing the shutter button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures.

4:The picture cannot be recorded. 4-1: Is the card inserted?

4-2: Is the mode dial correctly set? Check it.

4-3: There is no memory capacity left on the card. Before recording, delete some pictures.

5:The picture is not displayed on the LCD monitor. (The power

indicator is lit.)

5-1: Is the LCD monitor set to OFF?

5-2: Does the economy mode work?

5-3: Is the built-in flash charging?

6:The LCD monitor is too bright

or dark.

6:Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

7:Flash does not light.

7:The flash mode is set to forced OFF. Change the flash mode.

8:The focus range depends on

recording mode.

8-1: Set the mode dial to the mode corresponding to the distance to the subject.

8-2: Set the [AF TRIGGER] to

[ SHUTTER ].

9:The picture is not played back. 9-1: Is the card inserted?

9-2: Is there a picture in the card?

9-3: Is the mode dial set to playback [ ]?

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Contents Model No.DMC-LC80GN DMC-LC70GN DMC-LC50GN Information for Your Safety Dear CustomerSafety Contents Playing Back Pictures with Audio DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70Adding Audio to Recorded Pictures Audio Dubbing Approximate number of recordableStandard Accessories Names of the Components Strap EyeletFlash LensMode Dial Terminal CoverDC in Socket Digital P82, 84 / AV OUT P79 Socket DMC-LC80 DMC-LC70Quick Guide Check the batteries and the card Take picturesTurn the camera on Play back the recorded pictureCharge the batteries before use when using Ni-MH batteries Insert the batteries into the battery chargerCharging the Batteries Charge lamp 1 lights and charge startsAbout the Battery Batteries that should not be usedPreparation Battery indicator Recordable number under low temperature Recordable number when the LCD monitor is turned off Continuous playback timeInserting/Removing the Batteries PreparationAccess to the card About the CardSD Memory Card supplied and MultiMediaCard optional SD Memory CardInserting/Removing the Card Insert the card all the way in untilRemoving the Card It clicksSetting the Date/Time Clock Set Initial settingSelect Clock SET from the Setup menu. P20 Set date, time and orderSetup Menu Select the Setup MenuPress the Menu button Select the desired itemPower Save Menu FunctionsMonitor Auto ReviewNO.RESET ResetUSB Mode EconomyUsing the LCD Monitor Recording mode P25 Playback mode P40Recording in Simple mode P29 Selecting the screen to be usedRecording guide line About the Histogram DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70Example of histogram Under Exposed B Properly Exposed C Over Exposed ¢HistogramSelect Normal Picture mode Taking PicturesInsert the batteries. P16 Insert the card. P18 Aim the AF area 1 to the point you want to focusPower Indicator a Lit Status Indicator B LitCorrect posture for taking good pictures BlinkingFocusing When jitter could occur, the jitter alert 1 appearsExposure Jitter camera shakeAF/AE Lock AF Auto focus AE Auto exposure Taking Pictures in Simple Mode Settings in Simple mode Auto Review MenuSelf-timer setting P38 Beep MenuNumber of recordable pictures in Burst mode P39 White balance setting P51ISO sensitivity setting P53 AF trigger setting P55NO.RESET Reset USB Mode Video OUT Language Checking the Recorded Picture Review PressEnlarge and shift the picture Deleting the recorded picture during the reviewUsing the Optical Zoom To make subjects appear further away WideTaking Pictures using the Built-in Flash Switching the flash settingAvailable flash settings Flash Shutter speed Mode Available flash range to take picturesSensitivity Set the mode dial except for / . P8 Compensating the ExposureTaking Pictures using Auto Bracket TimesTaking Pictures with the Self-timer Switch the self-timer settingWe recommend using a tripod when setting the self-timer Focus on the subject to take the pictureTaking Pictures using Burst Mode Switch the burst mode settingHigh speed Low speed No display cancelled Playing Back Pictures Select the pictureFast forwarding/Fast rewinding Pictures Multi Playback To return to the normal playbackUsing the Playback Zoom Enlarge the pictureCancel the protect setting. P69 Deleting PicturesDelete the picture Button illustrated is from the DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70Delete the pictures It is possible to delete up to 50 pictures all at onceTo delete all pictures Select ALL Delete Delete all of the picturesUsing the Mode Dial Taking Pictures using Economy ModeHow to turn the camera on again Conditions OperationMacro mode, we recommend using a tripod Macro modeTaking Pictures using Portrait Mode Technique for Portrait modeTaking Pictures using Landscape Mode Taking Pictures using Night Portrait Mode Shutter speed in Night portrait mode Flash ModeTechnique for Night portrait mode When taking picture of a landscape at nightRecording Motion Images Select Motion RatePress the shutter button halfway Press the shutter button fully to start the recordingAvailable recording time seconds SD Memory Motion rate Card 10fps 30fpsRecordable time is an approximation Using REC mode menu Setting the White BalanceSetting items Setting the White Balance manually White set Finely Adjusting the White BalanceAbout the White Balance setting About the fine adjustment of the White BalanceSetting ISO Sensitivity 400ISO sensitivity 400 Changing the Picture SizeChanging the Quality Using the AF Trigger DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70 You can take a picture with audioShutter Shutter FocusWhen taking pictures normally, set Press the Focus buttonFocus button, the AF Focus indication turns to red Using the Digital Zoom Entering the digital zoom rangeUsing the Colour Effect NaturalYou can take up to 100 pictures Select Image CaptureCheck the image Create a flip animation Flip animationNumber of recordable images is an approximation Playing Back Pictures with Audio DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70 Select the picture with audio iconPlay back the audio Playing Back Motion Images Select the picture with the motion image iconPlay back the motion images Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding To pauseExample When rotating clockwise Rotating the PictureSelect Rotate Select the direction to rotate the pictureSingle setting Select Dpof Print Select SingleSelect the picture and set the number of prints Multi setting Select Dpof Print To cancel all settings Select Dpof PrintSelect Multi Select the pictures and set the number of printsSelect Cancel Select YES to cancel all settingsIndex setting Select Dpof Print Select IndexSelect YES to index setting When the index is already setTo print the date Single setting Select Protect Select the picture and set/cancel the protectionCancel Preventing Accidental Erasure of the PictureMulti setting/To cancel all settings Playing Back with Slide Show Select Slide Show Select the following itemsSelect the type of pictures to play back ALL For playing back all pictures DpofSelect Start P79Stop audio recording Select the picture and start audio recordingResizing the Pictures Select ResizeSelect the size and set it Select the picture and set itSelect YES or no and set it Trimming the Pictures Select the picture to trimEnlarge or decrease the picture 1000001 Formatting the Card Select FormatSelect YES to format Playing Back Pictures with a TV Screen AV cable DMC-LC80/DMC-LC70 Video cable DMC-LC50Viewing pictures in other countries Playback pictures on TV with an SD Memory Card slotBefore Connecting with USB Connection Cable Select USB MODE. In the recording modeUSB mode PC to be connected Printer to be Connected Select Mass Storage or PTPWhen using Windows 98/98 SE MessageConnecting to a PC When setting PTP MacintoshPTP Windows Connecting to a Printer PICTURE. P86PICTURE. P85 DpofSingle picture Select the picture to printWhen printing with PictBridge Dpof pictureSelect Dpof Picture Select YES and printTo print the date connecting to the printer Setting the date printing with the Dpof print in advanceThere are two ways About the date printingScreen Display RecordingRecording in Simple mode Compensating backlight on indication P30 Burst P39Motion image mode In Simple mode Motion image mode P63 Flip animation DMC-LC80/ DMC-LC70 P58Playback EnlargeWhen carrying this camera, take care not to drop or hit it If you will not be using the camera for a long time CondensationOptimal Use of the Batteries Be sure to remove the batteries after usePrinting pictures recorded with Hdtv mode Folder CompositionLCD monitor To print pictures with endsApproximate number of recordable pictures and the size HdtvMessage Display Troubleshooting Clock setting is reset Noise appears on the LCD monitorVertical red spectrum appears On the LCD monitor DIRECT-PRINT or PictBridgeInformation for your safety Digital CameraOperating Humidity 10% 80% Power source Charger Panasonic DE-894Input 110 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.07 a Output Ak2 VQT0M82

DMC-LC70GN, DMC-LC80GN, DMC-LC50GN specifications

The Panasonic DMC-LC50GN, DMC-LC80GN, and DMC-LC70GN are part of Panasonic's Lumix series of compact digital cameras, each bringing unique features and technologies aimed at enhancing the photography experience. These models appeal to both amateur and semi-professional photographers who appreciate the balance of portability and performance.

The DMC-LC50GN is a compact camera that boasts a powerful 5-megapixel sensor, allowing users to capture sharp and vibrant images. Its notable feature is the 3x optical zoom lens, which provides versatility for various shooting conditions. The camera is designed with a user-friendly interface, making it easy for novices to navigate. It also includes advanced image stabilization technology, which helps to minimize the effects of camera shake, a crucial feature for those shooting in low-light conditions or at longer focal lengths.

Moving to the DMC-LC80GN, this model steps up to a 6-megapixel resolution, enhancing detail and offering higher-quality prints. Its 2.5-inch LCD screen stands out, providing clear visibility in various lighting conditions. The DMC-LC80GN is equipped with a 3x optical zoom and incorporates additional shooting modes, including night scene and portrait modes, giving users more creative freedom. This camera also includes a higher ISO setting, which is beneficial for capturing images in dimly lit environments without introducing excessive noise.

The DMC-LC70GN strikes a balance between the two, featuring a 5-megapixel sensor and a practical 3x optical zoom. One of its distinct characteristics is the camera's robust video capabilities, allowing for the recording of video clips alongside standard photography. The DMC-LC70GN also introduces users to digital image processing technologies that enhance color reproduction and improve overall image clarity.

All three models share several common traits, including compatibility with SD memory cards, making it easy to expand storage. They also feature various shooting modes and custom settings, empowering users to tailor the camera to their specific needs. With their compact design, these Lumix cameras are perfect for capturing life on the go, whether it's a family gathering, a scenic landscape, or everyday moments. Panasonic has successfully combined advanced technology with ease of use, making these models appealing choices for a diverse range of photographers.
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