Basic Owner’s Manual Digital Camera Model No. DMC-LX100 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied disc. Install it on your PC to read it. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, visit: USA : www.panasonic.com/support Canada : www.panasonic.
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You 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. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source. Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No. Dealer Purchased From Model No.
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 only 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.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Certification and Compliance See Camera for the certification and compliance mark specific to that device. 1 Select [Wi-Fi] in the [Setup] menu 2 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] to select [Approved Regulations], and press 3 Press [MENU/SET] Contains FCC ID : VPYLBXN604 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
■ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • • • • • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
■ Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • 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.
Contents ■ Information for Your Safety .........3 Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed ([Preview] Mode) .................................. 35 Registering a combination of settings to be used during recording (Custom Set) ........................................ 36 Preparations ■ Before use ...................................10 ■ Standard accessories ................ 11 ■ Names and Functions of Main Parts ...................................13 ■ Preparations.........................
■ Setting the Shutter Type ............51 ■ Selecting a Drive Mode ..............52 Burst function ....................................... 53 Recording while exposure is changed automatically [Auto Bracket] ................. 54 Automatically changing the aspect ratio while taking pictures [Aspect Bracket] ................................... 54 Taking pictures with self-timer .............. 55 Recording panorama pictures .............. 55 ■ Using Zoom .................................
Preparations Before use ■ Camera handling ● Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● 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. ● Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can cause surface damage or coating to peel).
Preparations Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of September 2014. These may be subject to change. Battery pack DMW-BLG10PP • Charge the battery before use. Battery pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. Battery charger DE-A99B Battery charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.
Preparations • Cards are optional. • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera Accessory System”. (For U.S.A. only) • If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further information about obtaining replacement parts. (For Canada only) • If any accessories are lost, customers in Canada should visit our support page at www.panasonic.
Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 3 4 5 6 2 1 Self-timer indicator (→55) / AF Assist Lamp 2 Control ring (→25) 3 Aspect ratio selector switch (→45) 4 Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (→59) 9 8 • The hot shoe cover is already attached to the hot shoe at the time of purchase. • Keep the hot shoe cover out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Preparations (Bottom) 18 18 Speaker 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 19 Tripod mount Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer screw. Doing so may damage this unit. It may not be possible to attach certain types of tripods properly. 20 DC coupler cover • Open this cover to use an AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) in place of the battery.
Preparations 27 31 32 33 34 35 38 36 37 39 41 40 27 31 32 33 Strap eyelet (→16) 36 37 38 39 NFC antenna (→64) Wi-Fi® antenna Wi-Fi connection lamp (→61) [Wi-Fi] button (→61) / [Fn2] button (→24) 34 Motion picture button (→39) 35 [AF/AE LOCK] button (→49) [Q.MENU] button (→24) Playback button [Fn1] button (→24) / ] (Delete/Cancel) button (→38) [ 40 [DISP.] button (→37) Each time this is pressed, the display on the screen is switched.
Preparations Preparations Attaching the lens cap and shoulder strap Cover the lens with the lens cap to protect it when you are not taking pictures. We recommend attaching the lens cap to the camera using the lens cap string to prevent loss of the lens cap. We also recommend attaching the shoulder strap to prevent the camera from being dropped.
Preparations Charging the battery The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BLG10PP. The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. 1 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery 2 Connect the charger to the electrical outlet Charging light ([CHARGE]) On: Charging in progress Off: Charging complete If light is flashing: • Battery temperature is too high or too low.
Preparations ■ Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time Recording still pictures (When using monitor) Number of recordable pictures Recording time Approx. 350 pictures (Approx. 300 pictures) Approx. 175 min (Approx. 150 min) • The values when the flash (supplied) is used are provided in parentheses. Recording motion pictures (When using monitor) [Rec Format] [AVCHD] [MP4] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FHD/17M/60i] [FHD/20M/30p] [4K/100M/30p] Available recording time Approx.
Preparations Inserting and removing the battery/the card (optional) • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BLG10PP). • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 1 Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door 2 (Battery) Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery. (Card) Insert the card all the way firmly until it clicks.
Preparations ■ About the motion picture recording and speed class According to the [Rec Format] (→40) and [Rec Quality] (→40) of a motion picture, the required card differs. Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class. Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related materials.
Preparations ■ Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded.
Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 2 Turn the camera on 3 Press to select the items (year, month, day, to set hour, minute), and press • To cancel → Press [ ] button. Press [MENU/SET] To set the display order or time display format • Select [Style] and press [MENU/SET] to display the setting screen for display order and time display format. 4 Press [MENU/SET] • A confirmation screen is displayed. Press [MENU/SET].
Basics Setting the menu Example: To change the [Quality] setting from [ 1 ] to [ ] in the [Rec] menu Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu [Rec] (→81) You can perform settings for picture size and the flash. [Motion Picture] You can select the recording format and picture (→83) quality and other settings. 2 [Custom] (→83) Operation of the unit, such as displaying of the screen and button operations, can be set up according to your preferences.
Basics ■ Switching menu type Example: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu 1 2 Press 3 Press [MENU/SET] • Select the menu item and perform the setting. Press to select a menu switch icon [ ] • Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. ● The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode. ● The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) You can easily call some of the menu items and set them.
Basics Changing settings using the control ring You can use the control ring to change the settings of the unit. Items that can be set by the control ring vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings.
Basics Changing the settings assigned to the control ring Changes the settings assigned to the control ring. 1 Set the menu → 2 [Custom] → [Control Ring] Use to select the setting and press [MENU/SET] • [DEFLT] [Normal] • [Zoom] (→57) • [Step Zoom] (→58) [Sensitivity] (→50) • [White Balance] (→44) [Filter Select] (→44) • • • [OFF] [Not Set] ● To return to the default setting, select [Normal]. ● If you do not use the control ring, select [OFF] ([Not Set]).
Basics Holding the camera • To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping AF Assist Lamp your arms close to your body while standing with your Microphone feet slightly apart. • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures. • Do not block the AF Assist Lamp, or the flash when you take a picture using it. Do not look at it from close range. • Make sure that the camera does not move at the Shoulder strap moment the shutter button is pressed.
Basics Taking pictures • Press the [ 1 ] button ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ] ([Single]). Select the recording mode • Each time you press the [iA] button, the recording mode will switch and / / / . between [Intelligent Auto] Mode (→29) Take pictures with automatic settings. [Program AE] Mode (→32) Record pictures with the aperture value and shutter speed settings automatically adjusted. [Aperture-Priority] Mode (→33) Determine aperture, then record pictures.
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording mode: This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. The camera optimizes the settings and the following functions are activated automatically. • Automatic Scene Detection / Backlight Compensation / [Face/Eye Detection] / Auto White Balance / Intelligent ISO sensitivity control / [Red-Eye Removal] / [i.Zoom] / [i.
Basics ■ Flash When the [ON/OFF] switch for the flash (supplied/optional) is set to [OFF], the flash is set to [ ] (Forced Flash Off). When the [ON/OFF] switch is set to ] (AUTO). [ON], the flash is set to [ ] When the flash is turned on, the camera automatically sets [ ], [ ], or [ ] based on the type of subject and (Auto/Red-Eye Reduction), [ brightness. ■ Available menus You can set only the following menus.
Basics Taking pictures after setting the aperture value and shutter speed Recording mode: You can set the exposure using the aperture ring and shutter speed dial settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. You can also record pictures by applying picture effects. (→44) 1 Turn the aperture ring and shutter speed dial to set your preferred recording mode Align with the indicator Set the aperture ring where it clicks.
Basics Taking pictures after automatically setting the aperture value and shutter speed ([Program AE] Mode) Take pictures using automatic aperture values and shutter speed settings in accordance with the brightness of a subject. 1 2 Turn the aperture ring to select [A] (AUTO) 3 Press the shutter button halfway • If the aperture value and shutter speed flash red, you do not have the correct exposure.
Basics Taking pictures by setting the aperture value ([Aperture-Priority] Mode) When the aperture value is increased, the range of depth in focus expands, and the picture shows up clearly from the position of the camera to the background. When the aperture value is reduced, the range of depth in focus shrinks, and the background can get blurry.
Basics ■ Setting the shutter speed to values not provided on the shutter speed dial • Higher speed than 1/4000 seconds or slower shutter speed than 1 second Turn the shutter speed dial to select [4000-] or [1+] Turn the control ring or control dial to select the shutter speed • Shutter speed setting in 1/3 EV steps You can set the shutter speed from the setting value of the shutter speed dial in the range of ± 2/3 steps.
Basics About T (time) When you set the shutter speed to T (time) and fully press the shutter button, the shutter opens. (Approximately up to 120 seconds) When you press the shutter button again, the shutter closes. Use this function when you want to keep the shutter open for an extended period, for example, to record pictures of fireworks or night scenes. • You cannot use this function when the electronic shutter is used. • You can use this function only in [Manual Exposure] Mode.
Basics Registering a combination of settings to be used during recording (Custom Set) Recording mode: You can register up to three combinations of your preferred menu settings. ■ Registering the custom set Set your preferred menu settings such as [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, and [Custom] menu Set the menu → [Custom] → [Cust.Set Mem.] Use to select custom set (C1-C3) for registration and press [MENU/SET] • A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Basics Switching the display information on the recording screen 1 Press [DISP.] button to switch the display • You can use [Monitor Disp. Style] and [LVF Disp.Style] in the [Custom] ] (Monitor style display layout) or [ ] (Live menu to select either [ View Finder style display layout) for the display screen of the monitor and viewfinder.
Basics Viewing your pictures 1 2 Press the Playback button Press or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed ■ Ending Playback Press the Playback button again or press the Motion picture button. The Playback can also be ended by pressing the shutter button halfway. ■ Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” ● Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x.
Motion picture Recording motion pictures You can record full high-definition quality images that comply with the AVCHD standard, as well as motion pictures recorded in MP4. You can also record a 4K motion picture in MP4. (→42) Audio is recorded in stereo. You can record motion pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed. (→31) The camera automatically sets the aperture value and shutter speed and identifies the optimal scene to record motion pictures in [Intelligent Auto] Mode.
Motion picture Setting the format, picture size and recording frame rate Recording mode: 1 Set the menu → 2 3 4 Use [Motion Picture] → [Rec Format] to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. [MP4] This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other such devices.
Motion picture Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. 1 Select a picture with the motion picture icon ([ playback mode, and press to start playback ]) in • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen. • Some information will not be displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD].
Motion picture Recording 4K motion pictures Recording mode: You can record high-resolution 4K motion pictures by setting [Rec Quality] to [4K]. • To record 4K motion pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. (→20) • When you record 4K motion pictures, the angle of view will be narrower than motion pictures of other sizes.
Motion picture 4 Turn the aperture ring and shutter speed dial to set the recording mode • We recommend setting [Shutter-Priority] Mode and setting the shutter speed to 1/1000 seconds or higher to minimize subject blur. To record a subject that is moving quickly, set the shutter speed to 1/2000 seconds or higher.
Advanced Recording Functions Taking pictures using picture effects (Filter) Recording mode: You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the screen. 1 Press [FILTER] button 2 Press or turn the control dial to select the picture effect (Filter) Press [MENU/SET] 3 ● The flash is set to [ ] (Forced Flash Off). Switching the display of a selection screen for applying picture effects (Filter) Press the [DISP.
Advanced Recording Functions Setting the picture quality and size Changing the aspect ratio of the still pictures Recording mode: 1 Switching the aspect ratio selector switch [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV [1:1] Aspect ratio of a square image [16:9] Aspect ratio of high-definition TV, etc.
Advanced Recording Functions Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Recording mode: Set the compression rate used for storing pictures. → [Rec] → [Quality] [ ] Gives priority to picture quality and saves pictures in JPEG file format. [ ] Saves pictures in JPEG file format using standard picture quality. This setting is useful when you want to increase the number of recordable pictures without changing the number of pixels.
Advanced Recording Functions Taking pictures with Auto Focus Recording mode: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Switch the focus selector switch to [ ] or [ ] Align with the indicator. Switching [AF Mode] 1 2 Press [ Press ] button ( ) to select Auto Focus mode and press [MENU/SET] (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects.
Advanced Recording Functions Taking close-up pictures (Macro recording) Recording mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [ ] (AF Macro) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. Wide). 1 Switch the focus selector switch to [ ] • Focus range is displayed when operating the zoom, etc. (→57) Align with the indicator.
Advanced Recording Functions ■ Displaying the MF Assist • Turn the control ring to display MF Assist. • You can also display MF Assist by pressing to display the setting screen, pressing the cursor button to set the position to be enlarged, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. ■ Closing the MF Assist • To exit MF Assist, press the shutter button halfway. • You can also exit MF Assist by pressing [MENU/SET].
Advanced Recording Functions Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording mode: Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. 1 Turn the exposure compensation dial to select the compensation value Underexposed Optimum exposure Adjust the exposure to the [+] direction Over-exposed Adjust the exposure to the [-] direction Setting the ISO Sensitivity Recording mode: Set ISO Sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting) manually.
Advanced Recording Functions Setting the metering mode Recording mode: → [Rec] → [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions Whole screen Normal usage (produces balanced pictures) (Center weighted) Center and surrounding area Subject in center (Spot) Center of [+] (spot metering target) Great difference between brightness of subject and background (e.g.
Advanced Recording Functions Selecting a Drive Mode You can switch the operation to be performed when you press the shutter button. 1 2 Press [ Press ] button ( ) to select the drive mode and press [MENU/SET] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. The pictures are recorded in succession while [Burst] (→53) the shutter button is pressed.
Advanced Recording Functions Burst function Recording mode: The pictures are recorded in succession while the shutter button is pressed. • Pictures that are taken while the [Burst Rate] is set to [SH] are recorded together as a single burst group. 1 2 3 Press [ Press ] button ( ) to select the burst icon ([ Press to select the burst speed and press [MENU/SET] [SH] (Super high speed)∗ [H] (High speed) [M] (Middle speed) [L] (Low speed) 40 11 7 2 ― 6.5 6.
Advanced Recording Functions Recording while exposure is changed automatically [Auto Bracket] Recording mode: Each time the shutter button is pressed, recordings are made of up to 7 pictures with different exposure settings based on the Exposure Compensation range. Example of Auto Bracket recording when [Step] is set to [3·1/3] and [Sequence] is set to [0/–/+] 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture ±0 EV 1 2 3 4 Press [ Press –1/3 EV ] button ( ) to select the Auto Bracket icon ([ +1/3 EV ], etc.
Advanced Recording Functions Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for preventing jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. 1 2 3 Press [ Press ] button ( ) to select the self-timer icon ([ ], etc.) and press Press to select the self-timer operation setting and press [MENU/SET] The shutter is activated after 10 seconds.
Advanced Recording Functions Applying a picture effect (Filter) Press the [FILTER] button to select a picture effect (→44) Recording direction Picture effects • [Toy Effect], [Toy Pop], [Miniature Effect], and [Sunshine] are not available.
Advanced Recording Functions Using Zoom Recording mode: You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom lever Move the zoom lever Control ring Turn the control ring∗ T side: Telephoto, Enlarge the subject W side: Wide-angle, Capture a wider area Clockwise: Telephoto, Enlarge the subject Counterclockwise: Wide-angle, Capture a wider area ∗ You can perform zoom operation by assigning the [Zoom] setting to the control ring.
Advanced Recording Functions Optical Zoom You can zoom in without degrading the picture quality. Maximum magnification: 3.1x Extended optical zoom This function works when picture sizes with [ ] have been selected in [Picture Size] (→45). Extended optical zoom allows you to zoom in using a higher zoom ratio than Optical Zoom, without degrading the picture quality. Maximum magnification: 6.2x (Including the optical zoom ratio. This maximum zoom ratio varies depending on the picture size.) [i.
Advanced Recording Functions Taking pictures using the flash (supplied) Recording mode: This section describes how to take a picture using the flash (supplied). Attaching the flash The hot shoe cover is already attached to the hot shoe at the time of purchase. Attach the flash to the hot shoe after removing the hot shoe cover. Removing the hot shoe cover • Make sure that the Camera [ON/OFF] switch is set to [OFF].
Advanced Recording Functions About [Forced Flash Off] ([ ]) [ ] (Forced Flash Off) will appear on the recording screen and the flash will not fire in the following cases. Communication light emission with a wireless flash is also disabled.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® Function and NFC Function ■ About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: When the Wi-Fi function is ON Blinking blue: When sending data [Wi-Fi] button ■ About the [Wi-Fi] button You can operate the [Wi-Fi]/[Fn2] button in two ways, using it either as the [Wi-Fi] button or as a function button [Fn2]. It is set to [Wi-Fi] at the time of purchase.
Wi-Fi ● When downloading the app or sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. • Hereafter, this manual uses the term “smartphone” for both smartphones and tablets unless it is necessary to distinguish between them.
Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone If you are using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad) Use a QR code to make settings easily (→63) If you are using an Android device Is your device equipped with an NFC function? Yes No Use the NFC function to connect (→64) Read a QR code to connect (→64) ● You can also connect by manually entering the password. (→64, 65) If you are using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad) ■ When reading a QR Code to connect (Steps to are not necessary when reconnecting.
Wi-Fi ■ When connecting with SSID and password (On the camera) Press and hold the [Wi-Fi] button (On your smartphone) Select [Wi-Fi]∗ under [Settings]∗ on the smartphone Turn on [Wi-Fi]∗ and select the SSID displayed on this unit Enter the password displayed on this unit (First time connecting only) Return to the home screen and start “Image App” ∗ The display may differ depending on the system language setting.
Wi-Fi ■ When connecting with SSID and password (On the camera) Press and hold the [Wi-Fi] button (On your smartphone) Start “Image App” Select [Wi-Fi] Select the SSID displayed on this unit Enter the password displayed on this unit (First time connecting only) • If you check the item to display the password, you can confirm the password as you enter it.
Wi-Fi Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone 1 2 Connect to a smartphone (→63) Select [ ] from “Image App” • The images captured by the camera are displayed on the smartphone. • You can switch a picture to be displayed using the icon at the top left on the screen. Select [LUMIX] to display a picture saved in the camera. • When the picture is touched, it is played back at a larger size.
Wi-Fi ■ Easily transferring pictures in the camera using the NFC function This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above). (Not available in certain models) You can establish a Wi-Fi connection using the NFC function and easily transfer over Wi-Fi the picture on display simply by holding the smartphone close to the camera.
Wi-Fi When sending images to WEB service Through “LUMIX CLUB”, you can send still pictures and motion pictures to social networking services, etc. LUMIX CLUB WEB services Wireless access point When sending images to WEB services, the WEB service being used must be registered on the WEB service link settings with the “LUMIX CLUB”. ■ Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Login by entering the login ID and password already registered with your device.
Wi-Fi Performing the operation for the first time After you select [Yes] in step 2 (→68), the WEB service selection screen appears. 1 2 Use to select WEB services and press [MENU/SET] Check the setting on the confirmation screen for the transmission setting and press [MENU/SET] • To change the transmission setting for the picture, press the [DISP.] button. • After the second time, the pictures are sent using the same WEB service and the same picture transmission settings as before.
Wi-Fi ■ When using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the PC (→74) • “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” is not compatible with Mac. Create a folder that receives images with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” • To create the folder automatically, select [Auto-create]. To specify a folder, create a new folder, or set a password to the folder, select [Create manually]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (PDF). ■ When not using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (For Windows) Supported OS: Windows 8.
Wi-Fi 3 4 5 Select the PC you want to connect to • If the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], then enter the computer name (for Mac, enter the NetBIOS name). Select the folder you want to send to • When the connection is established, the confirmation screen for the transmission setting is displayed. Check the setting and press [MENU/ SET]. To change the send setting, press [DISP.] button.
Others Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI micro cable or AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). Preparation Turn off both camera and TV. 1 Connect camera to TV Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause faulty operation) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may cause damage to this unit.
Others Storing recorded still pictures and motion pictures on your PC About supplied software The supplied DVD contains the following software. Install the software on your computer before using. For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Owner’s Manual for advanced features” (PDF format) or the manuals for each software. PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.
Others Installing supplied software The software compatible with your PC will be installed. Preparations • Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software. • Before inserting the DVD (supplied), close all running applications. 1 Insert the DVD with the supplied software • If the automatic playback screen is displayed, you can display the menu by selecting and executing [Launcher.exe]. • In Windows 8.
Others Copying still pictures and motion pictures Preparations • Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→74) • Turn on the camera and computer. 1 Connect camera to computer • Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause faulty operation) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may cause damage to this unit.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ (monitor style) in the monitor.
Others Focus (Under low illumination) Wi-Fi connection status [4K PHOTO] marker (→43) [Time Lapse Shot] [Stop Motion Animation] Histogram [Quality] (→46) AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode AF Mode (→47) AFL [Face Recog.] AF Lock (→49) Burst (→53) [Auto Bracket] (→54) [Aspect Bracket] (→54) Self-timer (→55) Panorama Direction (→55) Remaining battery (→18) Picture Mode (Still picture priorities) Macro recording (→48) Stabilizer Jitter alert Recording state (Flashes red.)/Focus (Lights green.
Others ■ On-monitor recording information F1.
Others Message displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor or viewfinder, and how to respond to them. • Further information is provided in the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] • Non-DCF pictures cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera.
Others [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] • Check following regarding the wireless access point. → The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. → Power of the wireless access point is not turned on. → Setting of the wireless access point is not supported by this unit. • Check the network setting of the destination.
Others Menu list • The [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically. [Rec] [Photo Style] You can select the effects according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. Adjusts the colors of effects and picture quality.
Others [HDR] The camera can combine 3 still pictures taken with different exposures into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. [Multi Exp.] You can create an effect similar to the operation of up to four times of exposure on a single picture. [Time Lapse Shot] You can preset the recording start time, recording interval, and the number of pictures to be taken when automatically recording time lapse motion pictures of subjects such as animals and plants.
Others [Profile Setup] You can set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/ years in the picture. [Motion Picture] [4K PHOTO] You can set the motion picture mode used for creating a high-resolution still picture by capturing a single frame from a 4K motion picture. (→42) [Rec Format] Sets the file format (AVCHD, MP4) of the motion picture to be recorded. (→40) [Rec Quality] Sets the picture quality of the motion picture (size, frame rate, etc.
Others [Quick AF] Enables faster focusing when the shutter button is pressed. [Eye Sensor AF] Automatically adjusts the focus when the eye sensor is activated. [Pinpoint AF Time] Sets the time for displaying the enlarged screen if the shutter button is pressed halfway when Auto Focus ]. mode is set to [ [Pinpoint AF Display] Sets whether the assist screen is to be enlarged on a part of the screen or the entire screen when Auto Focus ].
Others [Constant Preview] (M Mode) Allows the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed on the recording screen to be checked when [Manual Exposure] Mode is set. [Expo.Meter] Sets whether to display the exposure meter. (→32) [Dial Guide] Sets whether to display the operation guide. [LVF Disp.Style] Sets the viewfinder display method. (→37) [Monitor Disp. Style] Switching the monitor display method. (→37) [Monitor Info. Disp.] Switches the recording information screen of the monitor.
Others [Setup] [Clock Set] Set time, date, and display format. (→22) [World Time] Set the local time at travel destination. [Travel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. [Wi-Fi] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Beep] Sets the beep sounds or shutter sounds. [Live View Mode] Sets the display speed and picture quality of the screen (Live View screen) when recording pictures.
Others [Playback] [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order. [Playback Mode] You can narrow down the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as categories or favorite pictures. [Location Logging] You can write location information (longitude/latitude) sent from the smartphone to the pictures. [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created still pictures are saved in JPEG format.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting • Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. • Further information is provided in the “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”. Check it together with the information in this section. Focus not aligned correctly. • • • • • Subject outside of focus range. Caused by jitter or subject movement. [Focus/Release Priority] is set to [RELEASE]. [Shutter AF] is set to [OFF]. AF Lock (→49) is set inappropriately. Recorded pictures are blurred.
Others Cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures. • A card is not inserted in the camera. • There is no picture on the card to play back. • Has the file name of the picture been changed on a computer? If so, it cannot be played back on the camera. • [Playback Mode] is set to other than [Normal Play]. → Set [Playback Mode] to [Normal Play]. Folder/file number displayed as [-]. Picture is black. • Picture edited on computer or taken with different device.
Others The Wi-Fi connection is not recognizing my PC. • By default, the Wi-Fi connection uses the default workgroup name of “WORKGROUP”. If the name of the workgroup has been changed, it will not be recognized. → Select [PC Connection] then [Change Workgroup Name] in the [Wi-Fi Setup] to change the workgroup name to match that of your PC. Transmission of the image fails midway. There is an image that could not be transmitted. • Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red.
Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source Power Consumption DC 8.4 V 2.1 W (When recording with monitor) 2.3 W (When recording with viewfinder) 1.5 W (When playing back with monitor) 1.6 W (When playing back with viewfinder) Camera effective 12,800,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 4/3″ MOS sensor, total pixel number 16,840,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 3.1x zoom f=10.9 mm to 34 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 75 mm) / Max. Wide: F1.7 to F16.
Others Monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 921,600 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Viewfinder 0.38″ Color LCD (16:9) (Approx. 2,760,000 dots equivalent) (field of view ratio about 100%) (with diopter adjustment -4.0 to +3.0 diopter) Flash mode Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Forced ON, Forced ON/Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync.
Others Operating humidity Language select 10%RH to 80%RH [ENGLISH] / [ESPAÑOL] (DMC-LX100P) [ENGLISH] / [DEUTSCH] / [FRANÇAIS] / [ESPAÑOL] / [PORTUGUÊS] / [ITALIANO] / [繁體中文] / [日本語] (DMC-LX100PC) ■ Wi-Fi Compliance standard IEEE 802.
Others Digital Camera Accessory System Description Accessory# Battery pack DMW-BLG10 AC adaptor∗1 DMW-AC10 DC coupler∗1 DMW-DCC11 Flash∗2 DMW-FL220 / DMW-FL360L / DMW-FL580L LED video light VW-LED1 Auto lens cap DMW-LFAC1 External viewfinder DMW-VF1 USB connection cable DMW-USBC1 AV cable DMW-AVC1 ∗ The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic 1 DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
Others Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied disc. Install it on your PC to read it. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the disc containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied) • If the automatic playback screen is displayed, you can display the menu by selecting and executing [Launcher.exe]. • In Windows 8.
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Others Mail-In Service--Online Repair Request Online Repair Request To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/repair. When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.
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