Panasonic Lumix DC-TZ220 User manual

DVQX1427ZA
M0218KZ0
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DC-TZ220/DC-ZS220
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and
save this manual for future use.
More detailed operating instructions are available in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”. To read it, download
it from the website. (→65)
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them
handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components,
menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those
shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast
material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright
laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be
restricted.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
• Use the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove covers.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
■ Product identification marking
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom

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■ About the battery pack
CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period
of time with doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C or
incinerate.
■ About the AC adaptor (supplied)
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
• The AC adaptor is in the standby condition when the mains plug is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the mains plug is connected to an
electrical outlet.

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■ Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
• Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D - Type A plug, up to 2 m (6.6 feet) long)
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such
as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the
pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.

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For Singapore only
Complies with
IMDA Standards
DB01017
For Thailand only
This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC/NBTC technical requirement.

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• To clean your camera, remove the battery, the DC coupler (DMW-DCC11:
optional) or a card, or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe
with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile
substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a
long period of time.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents,
etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the
coating may peel off.
• Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from
the sun may cause it to malfunction.
• Always use the supplied cords and cables.
• Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.
• While the camera is accessing the card (for an operation such as picture
writing, reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or
remove the battery, card, AC adaptor (DMW-AC10G: optional) or DC
coupler (DMW-DCC11: optional).
Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static
electricity.
• The data on the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves,
static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing
important data on a PC etc.
• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera
only to ensure proper operation.

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• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery
before use.
• The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too
high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The
camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the
power plug or near the batteries.
• Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature.
(Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F), Recommended
humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH)
• Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing the
battery for a long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove
the battery from the camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
How to use this manual
■ About the symbols in the text
Indicates that the menu can be set by pressing [MENU/SET] button.
Steps for setting a menu item are described as follows:
→ [Rec] → [Quality] → [ ]
• These operating instructions express the up, down, left, and right of the cursor
button as .
Recording mode:
• In Recording modes that show icons in black, you can select and execute
indicated menus and functions.
(Custom Mode) has different functions depending on the recording mode that
is registered.

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Contents
■ Information for Your Safety ...................... 2
Preparations/Basics
■ Before use.................................................. 9
■ Standard accessories ............................. 10
■ Names and Functions of Main Parts ......11
■ Quick Start Guide .................................... 13
Inserting the battery and/or
SD memory card (optional) ....................... 13
Charging the battery.................................. 14
Setting the clock ........................................ 16
Formatting the card (initialisation) ............. 17
[LVF] button
(Recording pictures using the viewfinder) ... 17
Mode dial (Select the recording mode) ..... 18
Holding the camera ................................... 19
Shutter button (Taking pictures) ................ 19
■ Basic operations ..................................... 20
■ Setting the menu ..................................... 24
Recording
■ Taking pictures with automatic settings
(Intelligent Auto Mode) ........................... 25
■ Recording with the 4K Photo
function .................................................... 26
■ Adjusting the focus after recording
([Post Focus] / [Focus Stacking]) .......... 30
■ Recording Motion Picture/
4K Motion Picture .................................... 33
Playback
■ Viewing your pictures ............................. 37
Menu
■ Menu list ................................................... 41
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
■ What you can do with the
Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® function .................... 45
■ Operating the camera by connecting
it to a smartphone ................................... 47
Others
■ Downloading software ............................ 54
■ List of monitor/viewfinder displays ....... 55
■ Q&A
Troubleshooting ...................................... 58
■ Specifications .......................................... 60
■ Digital Camera Accessory System ........ 64
■ Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format) ............................................ 65

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Preparations/Basics
Before use
■ Camera handling
Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.
● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the
lens, monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to
malfunction or prevent recording.
• Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface
• Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or forcing it into a full bag
• Adding accessories to the camera strap
• Pushing with excessive force on the lens or monitor
The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where
water can come into contact with the camera.
■ Condensation (When the lens, the monitor, or viewfinder, is
fogged up)
● Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden changes of
temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the lens,
monitor, or viewfinder dirty, cause mould, or damage the camera.
● If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two hours before
using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature, the fogging
will clear naturally.
■ When in use
● Do not keep objects that may be influenced magnetically close to the speaker.
• Magnetised objects such as bank cards, commuter passes, watches, may be
adversely affected by the magnetic influence of the speaker.

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Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers
are as of February 2018. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
DMW-BLG10E
• Charge the battery before
use.
• Battery pack is indicated as battery
pack or battery in the text.
AC adaptor
SAE0012D
(DC-TZ220GA)
SAE0012F
(DC-ZS220GH)
SAE0012H
(DC-TZ220GC)
USB connection cable
K1HY04YY0106
Hand strap
VFC4297
• Cards are optional. (SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC
Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.)
– This unit is compatible with UHS- UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC
memory cards.
– The following SD standard-based cards can be used.
SD Memory Card (512 MB to 2 GB)/SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)/
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB to 128 GB)
– Depending on recording conditions, the required card differs.
Latest information:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/
(This site is available in English only.)
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied
accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.