Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DMC-ZS15 Panasonic
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VQT4B27 M121 1KZ0 Basic Owner ’ s Manual Digital Camera Model No. DMC-ZS15 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely . More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner ’ s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM.
2 VQT4B27 (ENG) Dear Customer , Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Y ou have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today . Used properly , we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below .
(ENG) VQT4B27 3 FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
4 VQT4B27 (ENG) W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, • Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. • Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. • Use only the recommended accessories.
(ENG) VQT4B27 5 W arning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F) or incinerate. ■ About the AC adaptor (supplied) CAUTION! T o 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.
6 VQT4B27 (ENG) ■ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection 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) (4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.
(ENG) VQT4B27 7 -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.
8 VQT4B27 (ENG) C o n t e n t s B e f o r e u s e Information for Y our Safety ....... 2 Before use ...................................8 Standard accessories ................ 9 Names and Functions of Main Parts ................................. 10 Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery .
(ENG) VQT4B27 9 S t a n d a r d a c c es so ri es Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of January 2012. Battery pack DMW-BCG10PP • Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.
10 VQT4B27 (ENG) N a m e s a n d F u nc ti on s of M ai n Pa rt s Camera ON/OFF switch Shutter button Mode dial Flash Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp Lens barrel Lens Zoom lever T ripod receptacle • Ensure that the tripod is stable. Card/Battery door Release lever We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.
(ENG) VQT4B27 1 1 I n s e r t i n g a n d re mo vi ng t he c ar d (o pt io na l) / t h e b a t t e r y T o charge the battery , insert it into the camera.
12 VQT4B27 (ENG) C h a r g i n g t h e b at te ry • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors (10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F)). • Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery .
(ENG) VQT4B27 13 S e t t i n g t h e cl oc k The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set REC/PLA Y switch to before turning the camera on. T urn the camera on ( ) Press [MENU/SET] ( ) Press t.
14 VQT4B27 (ENG) S e t t i n g t h e me nu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Example: Setting [AF Mode] from to in the [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Switching to the [Rec] menu Select [Rec], and press [MENU/SET].
(ENG) VQT4B27 15 T a k i n g p i c t u r e s T urn the camera on ( ) Shutter button Slide the REC/PLA Y switch ( ) to Set to the desired recording mode ( ) ■ Recording mode T ake pictures with automatic settings. The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
16 VQT4B27 (ENG) T a k i n g m o t i o n p i c t u r e s Recording mode: ● We recommend you use a battery with sufficient battery power when recording motion pictures. ● Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it all the way .
(ENG) VQT4B27 17 V ie wi ng y o u r p i c t u r e s [N or m al P la y] D e l e t i n g p i c tu re s Slide the REC/PLA Y switch ( ) to Press to select the picture ● T o play back a motion picture, select a picture with or , and then press to start playback.
18 VQT4B27 (ENG) R e a d i n g t h e Ow ne r ’ s M an ua l (P DF f or ma t) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner ’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
(ENG) VQT4B27 19 I n s t a l l i n g s up pl ie d so ft wa re ( PHO TO fu n ST UD IO ) This software allows you to acquire pictures to the PC, and also categorize these acquired pictures by their recording date or the model name of the camera used. • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications.
20 VQT4B27 (ENG) S p e c i f i c a t i o ns Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V Power Consumption When recording: 1.4 W When playing back: 0.
(ENG) VQT4B27 21 LCD monitor 3.0” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 460,800 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Microphone / Speaker Monaural Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB) / SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card / SDXC Memory Card Recording file format Still picture JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.
22 VQT4B27 (ENG) Sp ec if i ca ti on s AC adaptor (Panasonic VSK0768): Information for your safety Input ~ 1 10 V to 240 V , 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V , 800 mA Battery pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCG10PP): Information for your safety V oltage / capacity 3.
(ENG) VQT4B27 23 D i g i t a l C a m e ra Ac ce ss or y S y s t e m Description Accessory# Battery Pack DMW-BCG10 A V Cable DMW-A VC1 HDMI mini cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30 Marine Case DMW-MCTZ20 Class .
24 VQT4B27 (ENG) D i g i t a l C a m e ra Ac ce ss or y O r d e r F o r m Please photocopy this form when placing an order . 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity T otal Price Shipping & Handling $6.
(ENG) VQT4B27 25 L i m i t e d W ar ra nt y ( O N L Y F OR U .S .A . AN D PU ER T O RI CO ) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America On.
26 VQT4B27 (ENG) Mail-In Service For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the product prepaid to: Panasonic Exchange Center 4900 George McV ay Drive Suite B McAllen, TX 78503 panacare@us.
(ENG) VQT4B27 27 THERE ARE NO EXPRESS W ARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED W ARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE W ARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENT AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT , OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS W ARRANTY .
28 VQT4B27 (ENG) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .
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