Panasonic PalmCam PV-SD4090 User manual

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Model No. PV-SD4090
For assistance, call 1-800-272-7033.
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions
thoroughly, and keep them for future reference.
®
DigitalCamera
Operating Instructions
LSQT0179A
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Thank you and congratulations
On your purchase of this state of the art
Panasonic Digital Camera. This product
has been manufactured and tested to
Panasonic’s highest standards to give you
the best in performance and reliability.
Save this operating instruction manual
as an operating and information guide.
1pc. Digital Camera
(PV-SD4090)
1pc. Camera Strap
(LSFC0013)
Please confirm that the following items are packed in the Digital Camera box.
They are provided to help you use or set up your Digital Camera.
1pc. A/V Cable
(LSJA0278)
SuperDisk and the SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corporation. The Circle-
Pyramid Logo is a registered trademark of Imation Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and
other countries.
Macintosh and iMac are registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. QuickTime is
registered in the US and other countries.
Adobe, the Adobe logo & PhotoDeluxe are trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc.
All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective
holders.
1 pc. AC Adaptor (LSSQ0219) with
AC Cable (VJAW0044)
1pc. Lithium Ion
Battery Pack
(PV-DBP5)
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
ModelNo.
Serial No.
Attach your purchase receipt here
1 pc. USB Cable
(LSJA0265) 1pc. SuperDisk
Diskette (LSFT0188)
1pc. DC POWER
Cable (LSJA0277)
Things You Should Know
Unpack your Digital Camera
1pc. CD-ROM of USB Driver Software for Windows 98
and Macintosh / File Converter for Windows 95/98 /
QuickTimeTM Software / Adobe PhotoDeluxe Software
for Windows 95/98 and Macintosh
(LSFT0189)
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GettingStarted
Safety Precautions
Note:ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywithPart15oftheFCCrules.These
limitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainstharmfulinterferencewhenoperatedina
residentialenvironment.
Ifthisequipmentdoescauseinterferencetoradioortelevisionreception,whichcanbedetermined
byturningtheequipmentoffandon,usetheequipmentinanotherlocationand/orutilizeanelectrical
outletdifferentfromthatusedbythereceiver.
Ifnecessary,consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.Youmayfindthe
booklet,‘SomethingAboutInterference’available fromFCClocalregionalofficeshelpful.
FCCWarning:
ToassurecontinuedFCCcompliance,useonlytheprovidedshieldedinterfacecablewith
ferritecorewhenconnectingdigitalcameratocomputerinaccordancewithinstructionherein.
Also,anyunauthorizedchangesormodificationstothisequipmentcouldvoidtheuser’sauthorityto
operate.
CAUTION:
UNIT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
HOWEVER THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM
WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE
THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED TO THE WALL
OUTLET. DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO
THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER
OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS
UNIT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED. HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
LASERRADIATIONWHENOPEN.
DONOTSTAREINTOBEAM.
ATTENTION:
RAYONNEMENTLASERENCAS
D’OUVERTURE.
NEPASREGARDERDANSLE
FAISCEAU.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
(inside of product)
Thissymbolwarnstheuserthat
uninsulatedvoltagewithintheunitmay
havesufficientmagnitudetocause
electricshock.Therefore,itis
dangeroustomakeanykindofcontact
withanyinsidepartofthisunit.
Thissymbolalertstheuserthatimportant
literatureconcerningtheoperationand
maintenanceofthisunithasbeen
included.Therefore,itshouldberead
carefullyinordertoavoidanyproblems.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
Declaration of Conformity
ModelNumber: PV-SD4090
TradeName: Panasonic
ResponsibilityParty: MatsushitaElectricCorporationofAmerica
Address: OnePanasonicWaySecaucusNewJersey07094
TelephoneNumber: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2)thisdevicemust
acceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesired
operation.
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11.GroundingorPolarization—Thisvideounit
maybeequippedwitheitherapolarized2-
wireAC(AlternatingCurrent)lineplug(a
plughavingonebladewiderthantheother)
or3-wiregroundingtypeplug,aplughaving
athird(grounding)pin.
The2-wirepolarizedplugwillfitintothe
poweroutlet onlyoneway. Thisisa safety
feature.Ifyouareunabletoinserttheplug
fullyintotheoutlet,tryreversingtheplug.If
theplugstillfailstofit,contactyour
electriciantoreplaceyourobsoleteoutlet.
Donotdefeatthesafetypurposeof the
polarizedplug.
The3-wiregroundingtypeplugwillfitintoa
groundingtypepoweroutlet.Thisisasafety
feature.Ifyouareunabletoinserttheplug
intotheoutlet,contactyourelectricianto
replaceyourobsoleteoutlet.Donotdefeat
thesafetypurposeofthegroundingtype
plug.
12.Power-CordProtection—Power-supply
cordsshould be routed sothatthey are not
likelytobewalkedonorpinchedbyitems
placeduponoragainstthem,paying
particularattentiontocordsofplugs,
conveniencereceptacles,andthepoint
wheretheyexitfromtheunit.
13.Lightning—Foraddedprotectionofthis
videounitreceiverduringalightningstorm,
orwhenitisleftunattendedandunusedfor
longperiodsoftime,unplugitfromthewall
outletanddisconnecttheantennaorcable
system.Thiswillpreventdamagetothe
videounitduetolightningandpower-line
surges.
14.Overloading—Donotoverloadwalloutlets
andextensioncords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
15.ObjectsandLiquids—Neverpushobjects
ofanykindintothisvideounitthrough
openingsastheymaytouchdangerous
voltagepointsorshortoutpartsthatcould
resultin a fire or electric shock. Neverspill
liquidofanykindontothevideounit.
16.Servicing—Donotattempttoservicethis
videounityourselfasopeningorremoving
coversmay expose you to dangerous
voltageorotherhazards.Referallservicing
toqualifiedservicepersonnel.
1. ReadInstructions—Allthesafetyand
operatinginstructionsshouldbereadbefore
theunitisoperated.
2. RetainInstructions—Thesafetyand
operatinginstructionsshouldberetainedfor
futurereference.
3. HeedWarnings—Allwarningsontheunit
andintheoperatinginstructionsshouldbe
adheredto.
4. FollowInstructions—Alloperatingand
maintenanceinstructionsshouldbefollowed.
5. Cleaning—Unplugthisvideounitfromthe
walloutletbeforecleaning.Donotuseliquid
or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for
cleaning.
6. Attachments—Donotuseattachmentsnot
recommendedbythevideoproduct
manufacturerastheymaybehazardous.
7. WaterandMoisture—Donotusethisvideo
unitnearwater—forexamplenearabath
tub,washbowl,kitchensink,orlaundrytub,
inawetbasement,ornearaswimmingpool,
andthelike.
8. Accessories—Donotplacethisvideounit
onanunstablecart,stand,tripod,bracket,or
table. Thevideounitmayfall,causing
seriousinjurytoachildoradult,andserious
damagetotheunit. Useonlywith acart,
stand,tripod,bracket,ortable
recommendedbythe
manufacturer,orsoldwiththe
videounit.Anymountingof
theunitshouldfollowthe
manufacturer’sinstructions
andshoulduseamounting
accessoryrecommendedby
themanufacturer. Anapplianceandcart
combinationshouldbemovedwithcare.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfacesmaycause theappliance andcart
combinationtooverturn.
9. Ventilation—Slotsandopeningsinthe
cabinetareprovidedforventilationandto
ensurereliableoperationofthevideounitand
toprotectitfromoverheating.These
openingsmustnotbeblockedorcovered.
Neverplacethevideounitonabed,sofa,
rug,or other similar surface, or near or over
aradiatororheatregister.Thisvideounit
shouldnotbeplacedinabuilt-ininstallation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilationisprovidedorthemanufacturer’s
instructionshavebeenadheredto.
10.PowerSources—Thisvideounitshouldbe
operatedonlyfromthetypeofpower source
indicatedonthemarkinglabel.Ifyouarenot
sure of the type of power supply to your
home,consultyourappliancedealerorlocal
powercompany.Forvideounitsintendedto
beoperatedfrombatterypower,orother
sources,refertotheoperatinginstructions.
Important Safeguards
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17.DamageRequiringService—Unplugthis
videounitfromthewalloutletandrefer
servicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnelunder
thefollowingconditions:
a.Whenthepower-supplycordorplugis
damaged.
b.Ifanyliquidhasbeenspilledonto,or
objectshavefallenintothevideounit.
c.Ifthevideounithasbeenexposedtorain
orwater.
d.Ifthevideounitdoesnotoperatenormally
byfollowingtheoperatinginstructions.
Adjustonlythosecontrolsthatarecovered
bytheoperatinginstructions,asan
improperadjustmentofothercontrolsmay
resultindamageandwilloftenrequire
extensiveworkbyaqualifiedtechnicianto
restorethevideounittoitsnormal
operation.
e.Ifthevideounithasbeendroppedorthe
cabinethasbeendamaged.
f. Whenthevideounitexhibitsadistinct
changeinperformance—thisindicatesa
needforservice.
18.ReplacementParts—Whenreplacement
partsare required, be sure the service
technicianhasusedreplacementparts
specifiedbythemanufacturerorhavethe
samecharacteristicsastheoriginalpart.
Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmayresultinfire,
electric shock or other hazards.
19.SafetyCheck—Uponcompletionofany
serviceorrepairs to this video unit, ask the
servicetechnicianto perform safety checks
todeterminethatthevideounitisinsafe
operatingorder.
USE& LOCATION
•TOAVOIDSHOCKHAZARD ... YourDigitalCameraandpowersupplyshouldnotbeexposedto
rainormoisture.DonotconnectthepowersupplyoroperateyourDigitalCameraifitgetswet.
YourDigitalCamerahasbeendesignedforoutdooruse,howeveritisnotdesignedtosustain
directexposure towater, rain, sleet,snow, sand,dust,or adirect splashing froma pooloreven a
cupofcoffee.ThisactioncouldpermanentlydamagetheinternalpartsofyourDigitalCamera.Do
notattempttodisassemblethisunit.Therearenouserserviceablepartsinside.Unplugyour
DigitalCamerafromthepowersupplyandhaveitserviced.
•DO NOT AIM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.
•DONOTEXPOSEYOUR DIGITALCAMERATOEXTENDEDHIGHTEMPERATURE... Such
as,indirectsunlight,insideaclosedcar,nexttoaheater, etc... Thisactioncouldpermanently
damagetheinternalpartsofyourDigitalCamera.
•AVOIDSUDDENCHANGESIN TEMPERATURE ... Iftheunitissuddenlymovedfromacold
placetoawarmplace,moisturemayforminsidetheunit.
•DONOTLEAVEYOURDIGITALCAMERAORTHEPOWERSUPPLYTURNEDONWHEN
NOTIN USE.
•STORAGEOFYOURDIGITALCAMERA... StoreandhandleyourDigitalCamerainamanner
thatwillnotsubjectittounnecessarymovement(avoidshakingandstriking).YourDigitalCamera
containsasensitivepick-updevicewhichcouldbedamagedbyimproperhandlingorstorage.
CARE
•TO CLEAN YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA ... Donot use strongorabrasive detergents when
cleaningyourDigitalCamerabody.
•TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a
commercialDigitalCameralenssolutionandlenspaperwhencleaningthelens.Impropercleaning
canscratchthelenscoating.
•TOPROTECTTHEFINISHOFYOURDIGITALCAMERA... BeforehandlingyourDigital
Camera,make sure your handsandface are free from anychemicalproducts, such as suntan
lotion,asitmaydamagethefinish.
Precautions
Important Safeguards
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Getting Started
Things You Should Know ................................................................................................. 2
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................... 3
Important Safeguards....................................................................................................... 4
Precautions ...................................................................................................................... 5
Special Digital Camera Features..................................................................................... 7
Index of Controls .............................................................................................................. 8
On Screen Display (OSD) .............................................................................................. 10
LCD Monitor Indication .................................................................................................. 11
Power Supply ................................................................................................................. 13
Attaching the Camera Strap........................................................................................... 16
Inserting the SuperDiskTM Diskette or Floppy Disk ........................................................ 17
Operating the MENU Screen ......................................................................................... 19
Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................ 21
Basic Operation
Capturing Images........................................................................................................... 22
Adjusting LCD Viewfinder Brightness............................................................................ 28
Playing Back Captured Images ..................................................................................... 29
Viewing Images on a TV Screen and Transferring Images to a VCR ............................ 33
Special Features
Using the Built-in Flash .................................................................................................. 34
White Balance ................................................................................................................ 35
Light Metering ................................................................................................................ 36
Self Timer Recording ..................................................................................................... 37
Adjusting the Iris Manually ............................................................................................. 38
Time Lapse Recording .................................................................................................. 39
To Delete Specific Images ............................................................................................. 40
Formatting the Disk Media ............................................................................................. 41
To Copy Image Pages.................................................................................................... 42
To Copy All Images ........................................................................................................ 43
Slide Show ..................................................................................................................... 44
Transferring Your Images (Windows 98) ........................................................................ 45
Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) ........................................................................... 54
SuperDisk Drive ............................................................................................................. 61
Using the SuperDisk Drive (Windows 98) ..................................................................... 62
Using the SuperDisk Drive (Macintosh) ........................................................................ 64
Using the SuperDisk Drive ............................................................................................ 65
Print Mark ....................................................................................................................... 66
ForYour Information
Digital Camera Accessory ............................................................................................. 67
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form .......................................................................... 68
Before Requesting Service ............................................................................................ 69
Warning Indications ....................................................................................................... 70
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 72
Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 73
Service Center Directory................................................................................................ 74
Index............................................................................................................................... 75
Table of Contents
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1.3 Mega Pixel CCD
Removable 120MB SuperDiskTM
Diskette (stores up to 1,500 shots
on one diskette)
Floppy Disk Compatible
Easy Connection to a PC using a
USBinterface
Use as an External StorageDevice
for a PC
2.5 in. TFT LCD Display
Audio Capability
Still image, Burst, Motion Image,
andTime Lapse Recording
Capability
DPOF Compatible
A/V Out
Lithium Ion Battery
Special Digital Camera Features
Our PV-SD4090 enables you to capture
and save a large amount of image data
using the memory storage of the
SuperDisk Drive. Image data can be
easily transferred to your Personal
Computer using the USB interface.
• Do not subject unit to a strong impact during record or playback. Unit may not function
normally.
• Do not use in extreme heat (104 °F and above). This may damage the disk. Also, in
extremely hot places (104 °F and above), remove the disk from the camera and store
to avoid damaging disk.
• Be sure to make a backup copy of important data.
Note
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VOL+
VOL
-
-
+
Front View
Rear View
Index of Controls
Light Sensor
See page 34.
FLASH Emitter
See page 34.
Lens LENS COVER
(OPEN/CLOSE)
See pages 21~23, 25.
MIC
See page 25.
Self-Timer Indicator
See page 37.
ZOOM(T/W)
See pages 22, 23,
25.
SuperDisk Slot
See pages 17, 49,
57.
POWER LED
See page 19.
ACCESS LED
See page 18.
Speaker
MENUButton
See pages 19, 20.
FLASH Button
See page 34.
LCDViewfinder
See pages 22~25,
28, 29.
REC MODE
See pages 22,
23, 25, 26.
VOL+
See pages
29, 30.
See pages
19, 20.
VOL-
See pages 29, 30.
See pages 19, 20.
-
See pages 28, 29,
31, 38.
See pages 19, 20,
32.
+
See pages 28~30,
38.
See pages 19, 20.
EJECTButton
See page 17.
TO PCTerminal
See pages 48, 49,
56, 57.
A/V OUT Jack
See page 33.
DC IN Jack
See page 15.
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Bottom View
Top View
Index of Controls
REC OFF PLAY
PC
MANUAL
REC
POWER Switch
(PC•PLAY•OFF•REC•MANUALREC)
See pages 19, 20.
SHTR(SHUTTER)
See pages 22, 25,
30, 31, 40, 41, 66
Tripod Receptacle
Used when securing
the camera to a tripod.
BatteryCompartment
See page 14.
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10 F SEP. 10 2000
10 : 00 AM
LIGHT
REC
SLOW
The indication displayed on the LCD screen will tell you the operation status of the
Digital Camera.
FlashMode
(See page 34.)
AUTO : No Indication
ON :
RED EYE:
OFF :
White Balance Mode
(See page 35.)
AUTO : No Indication
INDOOR :
OUTDOOR :
WHITESET:WS
LightMeteringMode
(See page 36.)
AUTO: No Indication
SPOT:
Self-Timer Mode
(See page 37.)
Image Pages left
in memory RecordingMode: SF(Super Fine), F(Fine), N(Normal),
ZOOM(Zoom), (Motion Image Rec Mode),
(Burst Rec Mode).
(See page 26.)
Date/TimeIndication
(See page 21.)
LowLightWarning
“LIGHT” will appear when the
light level is inadequate. In
this case, more light should be
provided or use flash to
achieve better picture quality
and color.
100-0001 F SEP. 10 2000
10 : 00 AM
10
Print Mark
(See page 66.)
Directory/
Image Number Displayed Image Page and its captured mode SF(Super Fine),
F(Fine), N(Normal), or (Motion Image Rec Mode).
• If the image is captured in ZOOM or (Burst Rec Mode), the
displayed image mode will be N(Normal).
FULL
EMPTY
Battery Condition
As the Battery is depleted, the
indication changes.
POWER LED will flash when
battery is empty.
REC OSD
PLAY OSD
On Screen Display (OSD)
Print Number
(See page 66.)
AUDIO
Displayed when image with AUDIO is played.
Not displayed when movie is played. (See
pages 29, 30.)
Audio
Displayed when image with
AUDIO is recorded.
(See pages 23, 25.)
REC
Displayed when image is
recorded.
SLOW
(See pages 22, 23.)
Displayed If SLOW
SHUTTER is set to ON
in the MENU screen.
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<REC MENU 1/2>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
1. AUDIO (See Pages 23, 25, 29, 30.)
To select audio recording on/off.
2. SELF TIMER (See Page 37.)
To set Self Timer.
3. BRIGHTNESS (See Page 28.)
To adjust LCD Viewfinder brightness.
4. OSD (See Pages 10, 12.)
To select OSD display on/off.
5. CLOCK SET (See Page 21.)
To set clock.
6. BEEP (See Page 27.)
To select beep mode when capturing
images.
7. IRIS (See Page 38.)
To adjust Iris manually.
8. WHITE BALANCE (See Page 35.)
To change to one of the 4 White Balance
modes.
9. LIGHT METER (See Page 36.)
To change to AUTO or SPOT.
10.SLOW SHUTTER (See Pages 22, 23.)
To select slow shutter. By changing the
shutter speed, you can capturing a more
beautiful image also in a comparatively
dark place.
11.TIME LAPSE (See Page 39.)
To set time lapse recording.
<REC MENU 2/2>
BEEP
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
LOW
5
6
< REC Mode>
<MANUAL REC MENU 1/3>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
IRIS
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
<MANUAL REC MENU 2/3>
WHITE BALANCE
LIGHT METER
SLOW SHUTTER
TIME LAPSE
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
OFF
8
9
10
7
< MANUAL REC Mode>
Recording Menu
LCD Monitor Indication
<MANUAL REC MENU 3/3>
BEEP
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
LOW
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<PLAY MENU 1/2>
DISPLAY MODE
DELETE
COPY
AUDIO
PRINT MARK
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
NORMAL
ON
1
2
3
4
5
1. DISPLAY MODE (See Pages 29, 30, 32.)
Select playback mode.
2. DELETE (See Pages 40, 41.)
Delete image from SuperDisk Diskette or
Floppy Disk.
3. COPY (See Pages 42, 43.)
To set copy.
4. AUDIO (See Pages 29, 30.)
To select audio on/off when playing back.
5. PRINT MARK (See Page 66.)
To set print mark.
6. SLIDE SHOW (See Page 44.)
Playback images as slide show.
100-0010 F SEP. 10 2000
10 : 00 AM
Set OSD OFF in the
MENU screen
Set OSD ON in the
MENU screen
OSD OFF
• Press MENU to display MENU screen, and then select OSD: ON. If you select OFF,
OSDs will not be displayed.
Playback Menu
On Screen Display Order
LCD Monitor Indication
<PLAY MENU 2/2>
SLIDE SHOW
OSD
BRIGHTNESS
CLOCK SET
BEEP
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
LOW
6
Note
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Power Supply
Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor
1Connect AC Cable (supplied) to AC
IN on the AC Adaptor and plug the
AC Adaptor into an AC outlet.
• POWER LED lamp will light.
• Disconnect DC Cable if it is
connected to AC Adaptor.
2Attach the battery as shown to
charge.
• Charge Lamps on the AC Adaptor
will flash and then turn solid green to
indicate current charge level. When
all 4 lamps are constantly on, the
battery is fully charged. (approx. 1
hour 20 minutes.)
3Remove the Battery.
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
• The four Charge Lamps “25%”, “50%”, “75%” and “100%” flash and then remain lit one
after another to indicate how much the Battery has been charged. When all four lamps
are lit, charging is finished.
• The Charge Lamps give a good approximate indication of the charging condition under
normal ambient temperature. However, when charging at high or low temperature, the
charge lamps may differ considerably from the actual charging condition.
Battery Charging Confirmation Marker
Use this marker as a reminder to yourself
when the battery is fully charged or in need
of a charge. This marker performs no
function and is for your reference only.
• The Battery is no longer serviceable if the
operation time is very short, even after a
sufficient charge.
About the Charge Lamps
25 50 75 100%
POWER
POWER Lamp
Charge Lamp
AC Adaptor
AC Cable
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WARNING! Do not dispose of in fire, put in backwards, disassemble, or short circuit;
otherwise battery may leak or burst, causing possible personal injury.
1Slide the Battery Compartment lid in
the direction of the arrow and swing it
open.
2While sliding Latch, insert the Lithium
Ion Battery until it locks into place.
• Be sure to use a Lithium Ion Battery.
Be sure that the direction of the arrow
on the battery is facing down when
inserting it into the camera.
3Swing the Battery Compartment lid
down and slide it shut.
Bottom View
Power Supply
Loading the Lithium Battery
Battery Notes
Caution:
• Chargeonlywithspecifiedcharger.
• TheBatterycanbechargedwithina
temperaturerangeof 32°F(0°C)and104°F
(40° C).
• TheBatterymaybewarmafterchargingor
justafteruse.Thisisnormal.
• Donotuseaninsufficientlychargedor worn
outBattery.
• Inextremecoldsurroundings,Battery
chargingtimewillincrease.
Safety precautions:
• Donotgetthe Batterynear, ordispose ofin
fire.
• Donot directly connect (shortcircuit) the
positive(+)andnegative(–)terminals.
• Neverattempttodisassembleorreassemble
theBattery.
To avoid damage to the Battery:
• Donot dropor jar theBattery.
• UsetheBatterywithspecifiedmodelsonly.
• IftheBatteryisusedinextremelyhigh
temperatures,asafetydevicewill
automaticallypreventoperation.
To insure longer battery life:
•While not in use, remove Battery from the
Digital Camera and AC Adaptor and store
in a cool, dark, dry place. If you leave the
BatteryintheDigitalCameraorontheAC
Adaptorforalongtime,theBatterywillno
longerberechargeable.
• KeeptheBatteryterminalsclean.
CAUTION
ReplacewithPanasonicPV-DBP5orCGR-B/
202A1Bonly.Useofanotherbatterymaypresent
ariskoffireorexplosion.Caution-batterymay
explodeifmistreated.
Donotrecharge,disassembleordisposeofinfire.
Keepbatteryoutofreachofchildren.
Dangerofexplosionifbatteryisincorrectly
inserted.Disposeofusedbatterypromptly.
Latch
OperationTime
WhenusingthesuppliedPanasonicLithium Ion
Batteries,youwillhaveamaximumofabout200
images(atanambient temperatureof25°C).
• Capturinganimageevery30seconds.
• UsingFlash once forevery other capture.
• RecordingmodeisFine.
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GettingStarted
1Pull up the Jack Cover.
2Connect DC POWER Cable (supplied) to DC OUT on the AC Adaptor and DC
IN on the Digital Camera.
3Connect AC Cable (supplied) to AC IN on the AC Adaptor.
4Plug the AC Adaptor into an AC outlet.
Power Supply
Using AC Adaptor
• While not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet.
• Use the supplied Panasonic AC Adaptor.
• Do not connect AC Adaptor after turning POWER on.
• When the DC Cable is connected during charging, the power supply is given priority
and charging will not be possible.
1
2
2
3
4
Note
Jack Cover
AC Cable
(supplied)
AC Adapter
(supplied)
DC POWER
Cable
(supplied)
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Attaching the Camera Strap
1Loosen the strap from the Buckle and
create a loop.
2Pull the strap firmly through the Buckle
to shorten or lengthen the strap.
OR
1
2
1Thread the strap ends through the
Strap Attachment Rings.
2Reinsert the strap ends through
theirbuckles.
• Make sure the straps are not twisted.
Adjust the Length
321
Min. 1 inch
(25.4 mm)
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GettingStarted
Inserting the SuperDiskTM Diskette or Floppy Disk
Insertingthe DiskMedia:
• The captured images will be stored on
the Disk Media.
• Be sure to insert the Disk Media before
using the camera.
1Open the cover. Insert the Disk Media.
2Push the Disk Media fully into the
SuperDisk Drive.
RemovingtheDiskMedia:
Set the POWER Switch to REC, PLAY or
PC. Push the EJECT button so the Disk
Media pops out. (Be careful not to drop
the Disk Media.)
EmergencyEjectionof theDisk Media:
If, for some reason, the Disk Media does
not eject automatically, you can eject
manually. (Turn POWER OFF before
proceeding.) Insert a straightened paper
clip, etc., (diameter = 1~1.5 mm, min.
length = 30 mm) into the Emergency
Eject hole.
SuperDisk Diskette
Floppy Disk (2HD)
120MB Format
1.44MB Format
*SuperDisk Diskette *Floppy Disk (2HD)
• OnlyDOS formatted floppy disks canbeused with this Camera. MacintoshOSformattedfloppy
disksmustbe re-formatted to DOS with this camera.
• Youcan use this unit as a SuperDisk Drive.(See pages 48,56.)
• TheSuperDiskDiskette is only used for SuperDisk Drive.
• To formattheDiskMedia,seepages 62, 64.
Note
Using a Floppy Disk
A Floppy Disk (not supplied) which has been formatted to Windows on your Floppy Disk
Drive can be used in the SuperDisk Drive. (See pages 61, 64.)
When using a new Floppy Disk, it is recommended that the Disk be inserted into the
Digital Camera and formatted (Quick Format).
If a read error occurs in the PC Floppy Disk Drive, use the Digital Camera to read the
data.
*The SuperDisk Diskette is only supported by Windows

98 or Mac OS 8.1 or later. For other
operating systems, you should use Floppy Disk.
EJECT button
Emergency Eject hole
Min. 30 mm
Paper Clip
1
2
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• Do not bend, drop, apply high pressure
or subject the Disk Media to strong
shocks.
• Do not store it in places with high
temperature, high humidity, a lot of dust,
or static electricity and strong
electromagnetic waves.
• Keep the Disk Media’s contacts free from
dust, water or other foreign substances.
Do not touch them with your fingers, etc.
• Do not disassemble or deform the Disk
Media.
• Be sure to make a backup copy of
important data.
• Make sure that you do not insert the
Disk Media in the wrong direction.
• Do not, under any circumstances, eject
the Disk Media immediately after
pressing the SHUTTER Button (during
recording of an image) or while deleting
(when “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed).
This could damage the format of the Disk
Media and make them unusable.
• When the Disk Media does not eject after
pressing the EJECT Button, push the
Disk Media fully into the slot again and
then press the EJECT Button firmly.
• “NO DISK” will appear on the LCD
Viewfinder when the Disk Media is not
inserted.
• “DISK ERROR” will appear on the LCD
Viewfinder if the Disk Media is defective.
Note
Inserting the SuperDiskTM Diskette or Floppy Disk
Caution
• The ACCESS LED lamp will flash when the Digital Camera is accessing the Disk Media.
Please never expose this unit to large vibrations or impacts while ACCESS LED lamp is
flashing.And, do not turn off the Power, take out a Disk Media, or remove the battery when
ACCESS LED lamp is flashing.
For additional information regarding Imation SuperDisk products,
please call 1-888-466-3456.
ACCESS LED
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GettingStarted
REC OFF PLAY
PC
MANUAL
REC
VOL +
VOL -
-
+
Operating the MENU Screen
How to operate the MENU screen
Please refer to pages 11~12 for explanation of each menu item.
<REC MENU 1/2>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
<REC menu>
<PLAY menu>
<PLAY MENU 1/2>
DISPLAY MODE
DELETE
COPY
AUDIO
PRINT MARK
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
NORMAL
ON
MENU
Button
2Press MENU to display MENU screen.
3Press or to select the item.
4Press or to set it.
5Press MENU to exit.
REC OFF PLAY
PC
MANUAL
REC
1
When selecting REC mode
<REC MENU 1/2>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
1Open the Lens Cover. Set POWER
Switch to REC.
• Turn the dial so that it clicks into
position.
• The POWER LED lamp lights up.
<REC MENU 1/2>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
<REC MENU 1/2>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
CLOCK SET
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
OFF
<MANUAL REC
menu>
<MANUAL REC MENU 1/3>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
IRIS
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
POWER
LED
Example of Menu Screens
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REC OFF PLAY
PC
MANUAL
REC
Note
2Press MENU to display MENU screen.
3Press or to select the item.
4Press or to set it.
5Press MENU to exit.
1
WhenselectingMANUALRECmode
1Open the Lens Cover. Set POWER
Switch to MANUAL REC.
• Turn the dial so that it clicks into
position.
• The POWER LED lamp lights up.
<MANUAL REC MENU 1/3>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
IRIS
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
<MANUAL REC MENU 1/3>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
IRIS
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
ON
<MANUAL REC MENU 1/3>
AUDIO
SELFTIMER
BRIGHTNESS
OSD
IRIS
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
ON
OFF
OFF
REC OFF PLAY
PC
MANUAL
REC
2Press MENU to display the MENU
screen.
3Press or to select the item.
4Press or to set it.
5Press MENU to exit.
1
When selecting PLAY mode
1Set POWER Switch to PLAY.
• Turn the dial so that it clicks into
position.
• The POWER LED lamp lights up.
<PLAY MENU 1/2>
DISPLAY MODE
DELETE
COPY
AUDIO
PRINT MARK
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
NORMAL
ON
<PLAY MENU 1/2>
DISPLAY MODE
DELETE
COPY
AUDIO
PRINT MARK
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
NORMAL
ON
<PLAY MENU 1/2>
DISPLAY MODE
DELETE
COPY
AUDIO
PRINT MARK
SEL : SET :
EXIT : MENU
NORMAL
OFF
• WhileREC is sufficient fornormalrecording, select MANUAL RECwhenyou want to makemore
precise settings.
•The REC,MANUALREC,and PLAY menus consistofmultiple pages.Press or repeatedly to
scroll to the next or previous menu page.
• RECand PLAY functionscannotbe operated while MENU screenisdisplayed.
Operating the MENU Screen
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