USB MODE
PTP

Playback (advanced)

ªWhen using Windows 98/98 SE

When using Windows 98/98 SE, install the USB driver before connecting. (When using Windows Me/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.x and Mac OS X, you do not have to install the USB driver.)

ªWhen using Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, Windows 98/98 SE or Mac OS 9.x

The [PTP] (PictBridge) setting is not supported on the following OS’s: Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, Windows 98/98 SE or Mac OS 9.x.

Please refer to the following information.

When connecting the camera to a PC, do not set [USB MODE] to [PTP]. (When the camera is shipped, [Mass Storage] is selected.)

When connecting to a PC which includes the

above-mentioned OS and setting the [USB MODE] to [PTP], the messages shown on the right appear on the LCD monitor of the camera.

The following messages appear for each OS on the display of the PC. Select [Cancel] to close the window and disconnect the PC.

OS

Message

Windows 2000 Professional

[Welcome to the Found New Hardware

 

Wizard]

 

 

Windows Me

[New Hardware Found]>

Windows 98/98 SE

[Add New Hardware Wizard]

 

(When you connect to the PC more than

 

2 times, only [Add New Hardware Wizard]

 

appears.)

 

 

Mac OS 9.x

[Software needed for the USB device

 

“DMC-LC80, DMC-LC70 or DMC-LC50” is not

 

available. Would you like to look for the

 

software on the Internet?]

 

 

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Panasonic DMC-LC80GN, DMC-LC50GN, DMC-LC70GN operating instructions When using Windows 98/98 SE, Message

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.

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