Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 Technical specifications

Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on
the operation of this camera are
contained in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install
it on your PC to read it.
GN
VQT3G32
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX78
until
2011/2/21
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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
IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE
REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.
∫Product identification marking
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
•DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
•USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
•DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
Battery charger Bottom
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∫About the battery pack
•Do not heat or expose to flame.
•Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
∫About the battery charger
•The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord
is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is
connected to an electrical outlet.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC
or incinerate.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS
WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE
HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
•DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
•DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED
CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
•DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.
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∫Cautions for Use
•Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30;
optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m)
•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual
smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic
Customer Care Centre on 132600.
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 generated by microprocessors 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 (DMW-AC5G; optional). 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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-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety ........................................................................... 2
Standard Accessories ................................................................................... 7
Names of the Components ........................................................................... 8
How to Use the Touch Panel ......................................................................10
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................12
• Charging ............................................................................................... 12
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .......... 13
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............................................................ 14
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ............................. 15
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)..................................................................... 16
• Changing the Clock Setting .................................................................. 16
Selecting the [Rec] Mode ............................................................................ 17
Taking pictures using the automatic function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) ......................................................................... 18
• Scene Detection.................................................................................... 19
Recording Motion Pictures.......................................................................... 20
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) ........................................................ 21
Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 21
Setting the Menu......................................................................................... 22
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)....................................... 23
Specifications.............................................................................................. 25
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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.
1 Battery Pack
(Indicated as battery pack or
battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
2 Battery Charger
(Indicated as battery charger or
charger in the text)
3ACCable
4 USB Connection Cable
5AVCable
6 CD-ROM
•Software:
Use it to install the software to your
PC.
•Operating Instructions
7 Hand Strap
8 Stylus Pen
•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated
as card in the text.
•The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures
on the built-in memory when you are
not using a card.
•Consult the dealer or your nearest
Service Centre if you lose the supplied
accessories. (You can purchase the
accessories separately.)
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Names of the Components
1Flash
2Lens
3 Self-timer indicator
AF Assist Lamp
4 Touch panel/LCD monitor
5 Speaker
6 Microphone
7 Camera ON/OFF switch
8 Motion picture button
9 Shutter button
10 Zoom lever
12 3
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11 Strap eyelet
•Be sure to attach the strap when
using the camera to ensure that
you will not drop it.
12 Lens barrel
13 [HDMI] socket
14 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
15 Tripod receptacle
16 Card/Battery door
17 Release lever
18 DC coupler cover
•When using an AC adaptor, ensure that
the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC10;
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G;
optional) are used.
•Always use a genuine Panasonic AC
adaptor (DMW-AC5G; optional).
•When using an AC adaptor, use the AC
cable supplied with the AC adaptor.
•It is recommended to use a fully charged
battery or AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G;
optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC10;
optional) when recording motion pictures.
•If while recording motion pictures using the
AC adaptor and the power supply is cut off
due to a power outage or if the AC adaptor
is disconnected etc., the motion picture
being recorded will not be recorded.
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11
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OPEN LOCK
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How to Use the Touch Panel
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch panel.
Drag
A movement without releasing the
touch panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as
selecting icons or images displayed on
the touch panel.
•It may not operate properly when
multiple icons are touched
simultaneously, so try to touch the
centre of the icon.
This is used when performing tasks
such as moving to the next image by
dragging horizontally, or changing the
range of the displayed image.
This can also be used to perform tasks
such as switching the screen by
operating the slide bar.
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