Panasonic DMC-LC1GN operating instructions Focusing, Jitter Camera shake, Care for the camera

Recording pictures (basic)

ªFocusing

•The focus range is 60 cm–¶(AF). It is 30 cm–¶(AF-Macro/MF).

•If you press the shutter button fully without prefocusing, pictures may be blurry or unfocused.

•When the focus indication is blinking, the subject is not focused. Press the shutter button halfway and focus on the subject again.

•When the subject is focused, the camera beeps 2 times. If not, it beeps 4 times.

•If the camera will not focus after a few tries, turn it off and on and try again.

•Refer to P24 if you want to turn the operational sound off.

•In the following cases, you cannot focus on the subject with auto focus adequately.

–When including both near and distant subjects in a scene

–When there is a dirt on the glass between the lens and the subject

–When there are illuminated or glittering objects around the subject

–When taking a picture in a dark place

–When the subject moves fast

–When the scene is poor in contrast

–When jitter occurs

–When recording a very bright subject We recommend taking pictures using manual focus (P40) or AF/AE lock (P38).

•Even if the focus indication appears and the subject is focused, it is cancelled when you press the shutter button. Press the shutter button halfway again.

ªJitter (Camera shake)

•When jitter could occur, the jitter alert 1 appears.

P 2560

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•When the jitter alert appears, we recommend using a tripod. If you cannot use a tripod, be careful of how you hold the camera. (P37)

•Be careful of jittering when pressing the shutter button.

ªCare for the camera

•Check to make sure there is no stain or dirt on the lens.

•Do not touch the lens directly.

•Do not cause impact to the lens.

•Take care not to touch or stain the surface of the lens. When the lens becomes dirty or dust attaches to the lens, use a commercial blower brush to remove dust or dirt and wipe the lens with a dry, soft cloth. If you use solvents such as benzine, alcohol or thinner, the camera may be discoloured or broken.

•When using the camera in a sandy or dusty place, be careful not to let dirt, grit or seawater come into the camera.

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