Panasonic DMC-LZ2PP, DMC-LZ1PP operating instructions Taking Pictures, Scn

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Recording pictures (basic)

Taking Pictures

∫The Mode Dial

This camera has a mode dial to suit recording of many kinds of scenes. Select the desired mode and enjoy the variety of recording.

The mode dial can be rotated 360o. Rotate it slowly and securely to adjust to each mode. (Do not adjust the mode dial to the space between the marks of modes.)

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: Normal picture mode (P31)

Use this mode for usual recording.

: Economy mode (P54)

This mode allows you to take pictures reducing the battery power consumption.

: Macro mode (P54)

This mode allows you to take a picture closely focusing on the subject.

: Motion image mode (P55)

This mode allows you to record motion images.

: Scene mode 1

: Scene mode 2 (P57)

This mode allows you to take pictures depending on the recording scenes.

This mode also allows you to set [SCENE MENU] on the [SETUP] menu to [OFF] and set the scene modes which are frequently used to [] and [ ] on the mode dial.

It is convenient because you can select the scene mode quickly and minimize the operation.

: Simple mode (P35)

This is the recommended mode for beginners.

: Playback mode (P49)

This mode allows you to play back recorded pictures.

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Contents DMC-LZ1PP Information for Your Safety Dear CustomerFCC Note U.S. only DMC-LZ2DMC-LZ1 About Condensation When the lens Is fogged up About the LensIf you will not be using the camera for a long time About These Operating Instructions About illustrations in these operating instructionsAbout illustrations of the cursor button Contents Slide Show Rotate DispDpof Print TrimmingStandard Accessories CD-ROMNames of the Components 13 14 Quick Guide Play back the picturesAbout the Batteries When oxyride batteries are selectedWhen alkaline/Ni-MH batteries are selected Usable batteriesShapes of batteries that cannot be used Battery indicationUnusable batteries Proper Care and Handling BatteriesPreparation Recording conditions by Cipa standard When you do not use batteries for a long period of timeBattery life SecondsPlayback time Inserting/Removing the Batteries Inserting/Removing the Card Optional Slide the card door to open itAbout the Built-in Memory/the Card Built-in MemoryHttp//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs Access to the built-in memory or the card Approximate number of recordable pictures and the size CardSelect M/D/Y, D/M/Y or Y/M/D Setting Date/Time Clock SetInitial setting Set date and timeAbout the Setup Menu Battery Type Alkaline LR6/Ni-MHNo operational sound Economy Economy mode onlyPlayback mode only P84 Soft operational soundScene Menu Playback mode P49 Recording mode P31Simple mode P35 About the LCD MonitorRecording guide line HistogramExample of histogram Taking Pictures SCNTurn the camera on Select normal picture mode Take a pictureNormal recording AF/AE Lock AF Auto focus AE Auto exposure Focusing Jitter camera shakeDirection detection function Exposure Select the desired item and set the desired value Taking Pictures in Simple ModeSettings in Simple mode PICT.MODE MailOther Settings in Simple mode NO.RESET Reset USB Mode Video OUT Language PICT.SIZE QualityCOL.EFFECT PICT.ADJ Checking the Recorded Picture Review PressEnlarge and shift the picture Using the Optical Zoom To make subjects appear further away use WideTo make subjects appear closer use Tele Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash Available flash settings by recording mode ISO64ISO80 Do not stare at the photo flash from close proximity Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Select the self-timer modeTake the picture Compensating the Exposure Under exposedProperly exposed Over exposed Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket MODE2 Optical Image StabilizerOptical image stabilizer button OFFNumber of pictures recorded in burst mode Taking Pictures using Burst ModeSelect the burst mode When the burst mode setting is set to UnlimitedRecording pictures basic Playing Back Pictures Select the pictureSelect the pictures Switch to multi screenPictures Multi Playback To return to the normal playbackShift the picture Using the Playback ZoomRotate the zoom lever towards To enlarge the picture ZoomDelete the picture Deleting PicturesSelect the picture to be deleted Select Multi DeleteSelect ALL Delete Delete the picturesDelete all of the pictures To delete all picturesUsing the Mode Dial Economy modeMotion image mode Select Motion RatePress the shutter button fully to start the recording Available recording time seconds You cannot record audio on DMC-LZ1Scene mode Night Scenery P59 Night Portrait P60Technique for Portrait mode To make this mode more effective Technique for Sports modeScenery mode Technique for Night scenery modeTechnique for Night portrait mode Use the flash Technique for Fireworks modeParty mode Technique for Party modeUsing the REC mode menu White Balance W.BALANCE Auto White BalanceSetting the White Balance manually White set About the white balance fine adjustmentAbout the white balance ISO sensitivity 400 ISO Sensitivity SensitivityPicture Size PICT.SIZE HdtvAudio Recording Audio REC Quality QualityAF Mode AF Mode Slow shutter Setting Digital Zoom D.ZOOMExample Picture Adjustment PICT.ADJ Color Effect COL.EFFECTPlaying Back Pictures with Audio/Motion Images To pauseUsing the Play mode menu Rotating the Picture Rotate Example When rotating clockwiseSelect on to set it Select the picture to be rotated and set itSetting the Picture to be Printed and the Number Select SINGLE, Multi or CancelSelect the direction to rotate the picture To cancel all settings Select YES to cancel all settings To print the dateCancel Preventing Accidental Erasure of the Picture ProtectSET Select Start Playing Back with Slide ShowSet the items of the Slide Show By pressing the Menu button, the Slide Show stopsSelect the picture and start audio recording SD Slide ShowSelect the picture and set it Stop audio recordingResizing the Pictures Resize Select the size and set itTrimming the Pictures Select YES or no and set itSelect the picture to trim and set it Enlarge or decrease the picture Shift the picture and press the shutter button to setSelect pictures to be copied and set them Copying Picture Data CopySelect the direction to copy the picture data Select YES and set itInitializing the Built-in Memory Card Format Select YES to format the mediumPlayback advanced Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures with Supplied cablePlayback pictures on TV with SD Memory Card slot Select USB Mode Before Connecting to the PC or the PrinterUSB Mode Select PC or PictBridge PTPConnecting to a PC WindowsMacintosh Dcim PictBridge PTP settingFolder Composition MiscConnecting to a PictBridge-compliant Printer PICTURE. P89PICTURE. P90 Set the print settings Select a picture to be printedSingle picture Select Print Start and then print out the picture Select Dpof PictureDpof picture Setting the date printing with the Dpof print in advance Screen Display RecordingRecording in simple mode 1000001 PlaybackOthers When you go out, bring spare batteries Dispose of unusable batteriesMessage Display No Additional Delete Selections can be MadeMemory Card Error Recording Picture cannot be recorded TroubleshootingCamera cannot be operated even when it is turned on Subject is not focused properlySome pixels are inactive or always lit on the LCD monitor LCD monitorScreen is too bright or dark Noise appears on the LCD monitorClock setting is reset When connecting to a PC, pictures cannot be transferredSetting for the auto review function is disabled Others Unreadable language was selected by mistakeSpecifications Operating Temperature DimensionsWeight FlashDigital Camera Accessory System Accessory#Digital Camera Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersRequest for Service Notice For USA Only Limited Warranty For USA Only Limited Warranty CoverageCarry-In or Mail-In Service Customer Services Directory For USA Only Centralized Factory ServicenterIndex Audio Recording DMC-LZ2 onlyNumerics Playing Back Motion ImagesEncienda la cámara para tomar las imágenes Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía rápida en españolInserte las baterías Reproduzca las imágenesMemo 114 115 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc Panasonic Canada Inc