Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued)

TV, computer, printer

No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. ƔNot connected correctly ( 109).

ƔThe television has not been switched to auxiliary input.

ƔCheck the [Video Out] setting (NTSC/PAL) on the camera. (DMC-ZS8PU/DMC-TZ18PR only.) ( 23)

TV screen display different to LCD monitor.

ƔAspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televisions.

Cannot play motion pictures on TV.

ƔCard is inserted into TV.

Connect the camera and TV with the AV cable (supplied) and play motion pictures on camera ( 109)

Picture is not displayed on full TV screen.

ƔCheck [TV Aspect] settings ( 23).

Cannot send pictures to computer.

ƔNot connected correctly ( 103).

ƔCheck whether computer has recognized camera.

ƔSet [USB Mode] to [PC] ( 22).

Computer does not recognize card (only reads built-in memory).

ƔDisconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect with card in place.

The card is not recognized by the computer. (You are using an SDXC Memory Card.)

ƔMake sure your computer supports SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html

ƔWhen you insert a card, a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card, but do not format it.

If the [Access] indicator on the LCD monitor does not go off, turn off the camera’s power before disconnecting the USB connection cable.

Uploading to YouTube or Facebook cannot be performed properly.

Confirm that the login information (login ID, user name, e-mail address and password) is correct. Confirm that the PC is connected to the Internet.

Confirm that the resident software (such as anti-virus software and the firewall, etc.) is not blocking access to YouTube or Facebook.

Check the YouTube or Facebook site.

Cannot print when connecting to printer.

ƔPrinter not compatible with PictBridge.

 

ƔSet [USB Mode] to [PictBridge(PTP)] (

22).

The edges of pictures are cut off when printing.

ƔRelease any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.)

ƔThe pictures were recorded in aspect ratio.

If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed.

Others

Menu not displayed in desired language.

ƔChange [Language] setting ( 24).

Camera rattles if shaken.

ƔThis sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault.

Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations.

Ɣ[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] ( 80).

AF Assist Lamp is not illuminated.

Ɣ[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [OFF].

Camera is hot.

ƔCamera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or quality.

Lens makes a clicking noise.

ƔWhen brightness changes, the lens may make a clicking noise and the monitor brightness may also change, but this is due to aperture settings being made.

(Does not affect recording.)

Clock is incorrect.

ƔCamera has been left for a long period.

Reset the clock ( 16).

ƔIt takes too long to set (clock will be behind by the same lapse of time.).

When using zoom, picture becomes slightly warped and the edges of the subject become colored.

ƔPictures may be slightly warped or colored around the edges, depending on the zoom ratio, but this is not a fault.

Zoom movement stops momentarily.

ƔThe zoom movement stops momentarily during Extended Optical Zoom and i.Zoom operation, but this is not a malfunction.

Zoom does not reach the maximum ratio.

ƔIf the zoom ratio stops at 3 ×, [Macro Zoom] has been set. ( 43)

File numbers are not recorded in sequence.

ƔFile numbers are reset when new folders are created ( 104).

File numbers have jumped backwards.

ƔBattery was removed/inserted with power on.

(Numbers may jump backwards if folder/file numbers are not correctly recorded.)

When no operation is performed for a while, the demo is suddenly displayed.

ƔThis is the Automatic Demo Mode that introduces the features of this camera. Press [MENU/SET] to return to the previous screen.

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Panasonic DMCZS8K manual TV, computer, printer

DMCZS8K specifications

The Panasonic DMC-ZS8K is a compact digital camera that combines sophistication with user-friendly features, making it an ideal choice for both photography enthusiasts and casual users. This model stands out in the ultra-zoom category, equipped with a versatile zoom lens that caters to a wide range of shooting scenarios, from sweeping landscapes to intimate close-ups.

One of the primary features of the DMC-ZS8K is its impressive 24x optical zoom lens, which offers a focal length equivalent to 24-480mm in 35mm terms. This extensive zoom range allows users to capture stunning detail from great distances, making it perfect for wildlife photography and travel snapshots. The Intelligent Zoom feature extends this capability even further, digitally enhancing zoom functionality while maintaining image quality.

At the heart of the DMC-ZS8K lies a high-resolution 16-megapixel MOS sensor, designed to produce vivid and sharp images. This sensor, coupled with Panasonic's excellent image processing technology, ensures that photos maintain clarity even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera also supports a variety of shooting modes, including Panorama, Night Portrait, and various Scene modes, making it easy for users to achieve the right photographic effect.

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