Connecting

1

Using with computer

 

devices

 

with other

 

 

Preparations:Ensure that you have a sufficiently-charged battery, or an AC adaptor attached (DMW-AC5G, optional).

Remove memory card if wishing to use built-in memory.

Connect to your computer to save, print, and e-mail your pictures. (Using the supplied software is recommended. (P.11).)

Folder and file names on computer

Windows

Displayed during data

Turn on power of both camera and computer Set to any mode except

(Do not move the mode dial while connected to computer.)

Connect camera to computer

Drives are displayed in ‘My Computer’ folder.

Macintosh

Drives are displayed on the desktop.

(Displayed as ‘LUMIX’, ‘NO_NAME’, or ‘Untitled’.)

transmission.

ACCESS

USB cable

(always use cable supplied)

Folder structure

Built-in memory

Card

DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to  pictures/folder)

P1000001.JPG

To reset file or folder numbers: ‘NO. RESET’ (P.)

New folders are created in the following cases:

When pictures are taken

Align marks and insert

Hold here

If using AC adaptor, turn off camera

power before

plugging in or

removing.

Check socket direction and insert straight in. (Damage to socket shape can lead to faulty operation.)

P100000.JPG

P1000.JPG 101_PANA

_PANA

MISC (DPOF files)

PRIVATE1 (clipboard pictures, P.58) MEMO0001.JPG

to folders containing files numbered .

When using cards already containing the same folder number (including pictures taken with other cameras, etc)

When recording after performing NO. RESET (P.)

File may not be able to be played

back on camera after changing

Caution

Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

If using Windows 8/8SE, install USB driver software when connecting for first time. For more details, consult the separate ‘PC connection’ or your computer operating manual.

Folder no.

File no.

JPG: Still pictures MOV: Motion pictures

file name.

(Number can be changed without changing number of digits.)

Do not disconnect the USB cable while ‘ACCESS’ is displayed.

Turn off power and disconnect USB cable before inserting or removing memory cards.

When using USB cable with Windows 2000, use ‘ Safely Remove Hardware’ application in task tray before inserting card.

If the battery display flashes red, cancel the connection from your computer, and disconnect the USB cable. (Recharge the battery before reconnecting.)

To play motion pictures on your computer

Use the ‘QuickTime’ software on the supplied CD-ROM. (Installed as standard on Macintosh)

If using Windows 8/8SE/Me, download and install ‘QuickTime 6.5. for PC’ from the following website. http://www.apple.com/support/quicktime/

Save motion pictures to your computer before viewing.

Only built-in memory can be accessed if connecting in CLIPBOARD mode.

Connecting with PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)

If using Windows XP or Mac OS X, you can connect to your computer in PTP mode by setting to PRINT mode .

Pictures can only be read on computer from camera.

It may not be possible to read if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card.

The message (PLEASE RE-CONNECT THE PRINTER.) will be displayed if you set to after connecting to your computer. Set the mode dial to a different mode, and reconnect the camera after ‘ACCESS’ disappears.

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Panasonic DMC-TZ2 operating instructions Using with computer, Connecting, Devices With other, Connect camera to computer

DMC-TZ2 specifications

The Panasonic DMC-TZ2, introduced in 2007, marked a significant advancement in the compact digital camera market, combining portability with advanced photographic capabilities. Targeted at both amateur and seasoned photographers looking for a lightweight yet powerful option, the TZ2 offered a blend of features that made it stand out in its class.

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