Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 DMC-TZ27 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before use Basics Before use............................................... 6 About GPS DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 . ..........8 Standard Accessories............................ 9 Names and Functions of Main Parts.... 10 Cursor button............................................... 11 Touch operations..........................................12 Preparations Charging battery................................... 13 Inserting the battery.....................................14 Charging the battery............
Contents Using the [Setup] menu....................... 54 [Clock Set]....................................................54 [Auto Clock Set] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 . ...........................54 [World Time].................................................54 [Travel Date].................................................54 [Beep]...........................................................54 [Volume].......................................................55 [Cust.Set Mem.]..........................................
Contents Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode..................................... 85 [Cust.Set Mem.]...........................................85 [Custom].......................................................86 Burst function....................................... 87 Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.]........................................ 89 Registering face pictures ............................90 Editing or deleting information about registered persons .........
Contents GPS and map functions Connecting with other devices DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture........................... 128 Viewing on TV screen........................ 156 VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)......158 Viewing 3D still pictures.............................160 Using the GPS function to execute positioning..................................................129 Executing the positioning function right away to update the current location..........
Before use ■■Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ●●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
Before use ■■Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■■No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.
Before use About GPS DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 ■■About the camera’s location name information Before using the camera, be sure to read “Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data”. (→190) ■■When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the GPS function works even if the camera is turned OFF. ••Electromagnetic waves from the camera can affect instruments and meters.
Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ●●The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. ●●Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. ●●SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. ●●Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
Names and Functions of Main Parts Mode dial (→25) Use this to select the recording mode. Flash (→66) DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Built-in GPS antenna (→128) Self-timer indicator (→70) / AF Assist Lamp (→103) Lens barrel Lens (→6, 188) DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 GPS status indicator (→129) Speaker (→55) Zoom lever (→63) Operate this when zooming in on a distant subject to record it larger. Motion picture button (→37) Record motion pictures. Camera ON/OFF switch Use this to turn the camera’s power on and off.
Names and Functions of Main Parts LCD monitor REC/PLAY switch (→25) Use this to select the recording mode or playback mode. (→55, 62, 172) We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera. [EXPOSURE] button (→73) In the recording mode: Operate this when setting the shutter speed or aperture value. (Only in the mode) DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 [MAP] button (→146) In the playback mode: Map is displayed. [DISP.] button (→62) Use this to change display.
Names and Functions of Main Parts Touch operations This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen. Touch To “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull the finger back again. Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions. •• Touch an icon near its centre. If multiple icons are touched simultaneously, the camera may not operate normally. Drag To “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the touch screen surface.
Charging battery ••Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) ••Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Turn off (also in [Sleep Mode] (→57)) Charge Yes Turn on No∗ ∗ During playback only, the camera operates using power supplied from the electrical outlet via the USB connection cable (supplied). (The battery is not charged.
Charging battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. ••Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/ battery door Release lever [OPEN] [LOCK] Insert the battery all the way ••Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation. ••Insert all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery.
Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF AC adaptor (supplied) Align the marks ( to ) and insert the plug. Charging lamp (→16) USB connection cable (supplied) •• Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug straight to insert or remove it.
Charging battery ■■Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer.) ■■Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 260 min ••The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
Charging battery Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates. ■■Recording still pictures Number of recordable pictures Approx. 260 pictures Recording time Approx.
Charging battery ■■Recording motion pictures [Rec Mode] [Rec Quality] Available recording time*2 Actual available recording time*3 [GPH]*1 [PSH] [AVCHD] [GFS]*1 [FSH] [MP4] [FHD] Approx. 55 min Approx. 65 min Approx. 70 min Approx. 30 min Approx. 35 min Approx. 40 min *1 DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 ●●Recording conditions ••Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50%RH ••[GPS Setting] is set to [OFF] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 *2 Motion pictures can be recorded continuously for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds.
Inserting and removing the card (optional) ••Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF Slide to the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/ battery door Release lever [OPEN] [LOCK] Insert the card all the way ••Push in until it clicks. Close the card/battery door ••Slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position. Card (Check orientation) Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory ■■Built-in memory (approx. 12 MB) (approx. 70 MB) if not. DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 DMC-TZ27 ●●You can store only still pictures. DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 ●●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→127) ●●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.
Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Displaying the picture recording capacity Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press [DISP.] button to switch display) Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory) While the camera is accessing the card or built-in memory (for an operation such as picture writing, reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, or AC adaptor (supplied).
Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory) Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). ■■Recording picture capacity (still pictures) Built-in memory [Picture Size] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 DMC-TZ27 14M 1 12 5M 3 25 0.
Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set REC/PLAY switch to before turning on the power. Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Turn on the power The power is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] The [Please set the clock] message appears.
Setting the clock Press to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] if automatically correcting time of day using the GPS function ••To manually set date and time → select [No]. ••When you select automatic time adjustment using the GPS function, [GPS Setting] is set to [ON].
Sequence of operations 1 Turn on the power Set to 2 Set to the desired recording mode Align the mode dial correctly to → the mode that you want to use. [Intelligent Auto] Mode 3 [Program AE] Mode [Aperture-Priority] Mode [Shutter-Priority] Mode [Manual Exposure] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. (→31) Record pictures with your own settings. (→27) Determine aperture, then record pictures. (→73) Determine shutter speed, then record pictures.
Sequence of operations Aim the camera and shoot ■■Taking still pictures Motion picture button Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■■Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording Microphone Shutter button 4 ■■Holding the camera ••To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet sligh
Taking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode Recording mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. ••Slide the REC/PLAY switch to . Set to ([Program AE] Mode) Take a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) ●●If a warning is displayed about jitter, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Selftimer]. ●●If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you do not have appropriate exposure.
How to adjust focus When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the centre of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the centre, follow the steps below.
Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function) This function enables you to focus and record still pictures simply by touching the subjects that appear on the screen. Touch on the screen ••The icon changes to , and you can now proceed with touch shutter recording. Touch the subject you want to record ••The subject is recorded by setting the focus on the place that you touched. ••To release the touch shutter function → Touch . ●●Motion pictures cannot be recorded.
Touching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure (Touch AF/AE function) This function enables the focus and exposure to be set when you touch the subject displayed on the screen. ••Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→29) released. Touch the place where you want to set the focus and exposure ••When [AF Mode] is set to (Face Detection), the Face Detection function continues to operate, but the focus is adjusted to the place where you touched.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “face”, “movement”, “brightness”, and “distance” just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually. ••Slide the REC/PLAY switch to .
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. The icon of scene detected Recognises people Recognises babies*1 Recognises landscapes Recognises night scenes and people in them (Only when is selected)*2 Recognises night scenes*2 Recognises night scenes without a tripod.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Motion Deblur] The camera automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimise the blur of the subject. ■■Settings Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Motion Deblur] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [ON] and press [MENU/SET] ●●When [Motion Deblur] is set to [ON], appears on the screen.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [iHDR] (intelligent High Dynamic Range) When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation.
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode AF Tracking This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. ■■With touch screen operations Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→29) released. Touch the subject ••When switching to lock on to another subject → Touch the other subject. ••To release AF Tracking → Touch .
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions Only the menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed.
Taking motion pictures Recording mode: You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). ••Slide the REC/PLAY switch to . ••Motion pictures cannot be recorded in the built-in memory. DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures. Press the motion picture button to start recording [Rec Mode] (→106)/[Rec Quality] (→107) Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time (approx.) ●●Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it.
Taking motion pictures ■■About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a large format TV or for saving to disc. AVCHD Progressive: The [GPH] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 or [PSH] in [AVCHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920 x 1080/50p, the highest quality* that complies with the AVCHD standard.
Taking motion pictures ■■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. ••Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■■Recording motion pictures in The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings. hen scene does not W correspond to any on the right. ••In mode, focus and exposure will be set according to the face detected. •• will be selected for nightscapes and other dark scenes.
Taking motion pictures ●●If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera. (Only when [Rec Quality] is set to [GPH] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 , [PSH], [GFS] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 or [FSH]) ●●Use a sufficiently charged battery. ●●The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.
Taking motion pictures Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording Still pictures are recorded with [Aspect Ratio] setting of 16:9 and [Picture Size] setting of 3.5M. (Max.15 pictures) Motion picture recording continues unchanged. ••The clicking sound made when the shutter button is operated may be recorded.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. ••Slide the REC/PLAY switch to . Drag your finger across the screen, and select the picture to be played back Scrolling to the next picture: Drag your finger across the screen from right to left. Returning to the previous picture: Drag your finger across the screen from left to right.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Touch the area that you want to magnify Each time you touch an area, the camera magnifies the selected area by 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x in succession. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.) ••The area can also be magnified by moving the zoom lever toward T.
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Move the zoom lever toward W side several times Touch the recording date to be displayed, and touch [Set] to enter the date Select the month The pictures recorded on the selected date appear on the 12-picture screen. ••The recording date can also be selected by using the cursor button, and press [MENU/SET]. ●●Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. ••Slide the REC/PLAY switch to . Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and touch Playback now starts. ••You can also press to play back motion pictures.
Viewing motion pictures ●●You can also use the cursor button to perform playback operations. : Pause/play : Stop : Fast rewind (2 steps)/Single-frame rewind (while paused) : Fast forward (2 steps)/Single-frame forward (while paused) [MENU/SET]: Capturing still pictures from motion pictures (→47) ••Volume can be adjusted with the zoom lever. ●●It may not be possible to properly play back the motion pictures recorded using other cameras.
Viewing motion pictures Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback Touch ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ••You can also capture still pictures from motion pictures by pressing [MENU/SET].
Viewing motion pictures [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when travelling. Select a motion picture to be split and then touch ••You can also press a motion picture. to move to the function for splitting Pause at the place to split Touch ••A confirmation screen is displayed.
Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press to delete displayed picture ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ●●Do not turn off the power during deletion. ●●Use a sufficiently charged battery. ●●Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: ••Protected pictures ••Card switch is in “LOCK” position.
Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 100)/To delete all pictures A burst group is handled as one picture. (All the pictures in the selected burst group are deleted.) Press to delete displayed picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/ [Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ●●[Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [DISP.] button Picture selected ••To cancel → Press [DISP.] button again. ••To execute → Press [MENU/SET].
Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu selection screen is displayed. Use cursor button to select a menu, and then press [MENU/SET] ••The menu type can also be selected by touch operations. Use to select the menu item, and then press [MENU/SET] Menu items Pages (The pages can also be selected with the zoom lever.
Setting the menu Menu type [Rec] menu (→95) (Recording mode only) ••You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. [Motion Picture] menu (→106) (Recording mode only) ••You can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings. [GPS] menu DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 (→128) ••You can select the GPS setting, location name display and other settings.
Setting the menu Using Quick menu During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button Press to select a menu item ••The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.
Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Clock Set] Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format. (→23) DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 [ON] / [OFF] [Auto Clock Set] Setting the clock automatically using GPS. (→140) [Destination]: Set the local time at travel destination. [World Time] [Home]: Set date and time at home area.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Volume] Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). [Cust.Set Mem.] Settings, notes [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] ••Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. [C1] / [C2-1] / [C2-2] / [C2-3] Register settings on current camera. (→85) [LCD Display] Adjust brightness and colour of the LCD monitor. [LCD Mode] Make LCD monitor easier to see.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Guide Line] Select recording information display and types of guidelines. Settings, notes [Rec. Info.] [ON] (Display recording information with guidelines.) [OFF] [Pattern] / : Change the patterns of guidelines. ••When [Intelligent Auto] Mode has been selected, only is displayed. Also, recording information and guidelines cannot be displayed simultaneously.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Economy] Turn off the power or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimise battery consumption. Settings, notes [Sleep Mode] [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF]: Automatically shut off power while not in use. ••To restore → Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the power again.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. [Reset] Reset to the default settings. Settings, notes ••The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. ••A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all necessary pictures to your computer, and format the built-in memory/card (→60).
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Output] Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device. Settings, notes [Video Out] [NTSC] / [PAL] If the default setting is changed, AVCHD motion pictures may not be played correctly. [TV Aspect] (This setting performs when an AV cable (optional) is connected.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item Settings, notes [Rotate Disp.] : Rotate and display pictures displayed on a TV screen as well as those displayed on the LCD monitor of the camera in portrait orientation. : Rotate and display only pictures displayed on a TV screen in portrait orientation. [OFF] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. ••[Rotate Disp.] cannot be used with motion pictures.
Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→51) Item [Language] Settings, notes Set the language displayed on the screen. Change display language. [Demo Mode] View demonstration of functions. [Stabilizer Demo.] Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) Extent of jitter Extent of jitter after correction ••During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabiliser switches ON and OFF every time [MENU/SET] is pressed. ••Cannot display during playback mode.
Changing recording information display Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as Histograms. Press [DISP.] button to change display ●●In Recording Mode Recording information∗1 Motion picture recording information∗1,∗2 No display ●●In Playback Mode Picture information Recording information∗1 Guide lines∗1,∗3 No display ∗1 Set [Histogram] to display a histogram. (→56) ∗2 Return to the “Recording information” display by pressing the shutter button halfway.
Using Zoom Recording mode: You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom In/Out Capture a wider area (wide-angle) Enlarge the subject (telephoto) ••The zoom speed can be set to one of 2 levels using the angle at which the zoom lever is moved. Focus range When Extra optical zoom is set Zoom ratio Digital Zoom range Optical Zoom range Zoom bar i.Zoom range ●●Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. ●●Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.
Using Zoom Using the zoom by performing touch operations Touch The zoom bar appears on the screen. Touch the T or W edge of the zoom bar on the screen Fast zooming all the way to the T end* Fast zooming Fast zooming all the way to the W end* Slow zooming * When or is touched again while zooming, zooming will stop.
Using Zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. ■■Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 20x is possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. (→95) ●●Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: ••Scene Mode ([Panorama Shot]) ••[Macro Zoom] ■■Extra optical zoom Zooming in up to 42.2x is possible when pictures with have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu (→95). EZ is short for “Extra optical zoom”.
Taking pictures with flash Recording mode: Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] Type, operations ∗1 Uses [Auto] •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye]∗2 Taking pictures of subjects in dark •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash places (reduce red-eye) [Forced Flash On] Taking pictures with backlight or •• Always flash under bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent) [Slow Sync.
Taking pictures with flash ■■Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○∗1 – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ – ○ – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ – ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ∗1 Set to , , or depending on the subject and brightness. ••The flash cannot be used when recording motion pictures or in the , , , and Scene Modes. ○ ○ ○ ○ , , ○ , ■■The available flash range when [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO] Max.
Taking close-up pictures 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. W).
Taking close-up pictures [Macro Zoom] To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro]. Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [Macro Zoom] and press [MENU/SET] Adjust the Digital Zoom magnification with the zoom lever Return The zoom position is fixed at the Wide end. Focus range is 3 cm (0.098 feet) - .
Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.
Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. ■■Recording mode: Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] ••If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction. ••If the picture is too bright, adjust the exposure to the “-” direction. ••After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value ( for example) is displayed in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([Auto Bracket]) Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically. After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard.
Determine aperture and shutter speed and record Recording mode: [Aperture-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the aperture value to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value.
Determine aperture and shutter speed and record [Manual Exposure] Mode This mode of recording lets you set any aperture value and shutter speed when exposure adjustment prevents you from recording at the desired exposure (brightness/darkness). Also, long-exposure recording of up to 15 seconds is possible. Set mode dial to ([Manual Exposure] Mode) ••Manual exposure assist is displayed.
Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode Recording mode: You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor. Set mode dial to Press to select a setting, and press [MENU/SET] Setting Effect [EXPS] [Expressive] This picture effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the colour. [RETR] [Retro] This picture effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture.
Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode ■■Changing the selected picture effects ([Creative Control] menu) Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Creative Control] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select a setting, and then press [MENU/SET] ■■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at the optimum settings for the selected effects. ●●A setting that was selected in [Creative Control] mode is retained even after the camera is turned off.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Recording mode: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, colouring, etc.) for given scenes.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. [Portrait] Tips •• The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. Smooths skin colours in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) Tips •• Pan the camera in the recording direction as steadily as possible. If the camera shakes too much, it may not be able to take pictures or may end up creating a narrow (small) panorama picture. The subjects that are displayed in this range are recorded. (guideline) [Panorama Shot] (Continued) Notes •• The zoom position is fixed to the W end.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. [Sports] Tips •• Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. Notes •• Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. [Night Portrait] Tips •• Use flash. •• Subject should not move. •• Tripod, self-timer recommended. Notes •• Shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) The camera can combine several still pictures taken with different exposures into a single properly exposed picture with rich gradation. Tips •• After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the burst operation.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) Takes clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets. [Sunset] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. [High Sens.] Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/ SET]. Most suitable for taking pictures such as a landscapes through the transparent glass of a train/vehicle or building.
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→77) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→66) Records rapid movements at a high speed of 220 fps. Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording •• Motion picture recording can also be started or finished by pressing the shutter button. (The touch shutter function will be disabled.
Taking 3D pictures [3D Photo Mode] Recording mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will play back in 2D). (→160) Set mode dial to ••Description of recording method is displayed. Check the instructions, and then press [MENU/SET].
Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to / allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered. ■■Recording mode: Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc. Select [Cust.Set Mem.
Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode [Custom] Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to / . ■■Recording mode: Set mode dial to / ([Custom] mode) ••When set to → The camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in ••When set to → Perform steps - . Use cursor button to select custom set ••Use and to confirm the registered settings. ••Only the main menu items are displayed.
Burst function Recording mode: A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully. Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu (→51) Use cursor button to select the burst setting, and press [MENU/SET] Setting *1 Speed Description No. of pictures Approx. 2 - 10 pictures/sec. •• The burst speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the movements of people, pets or other subjects.
Burst function ■■Note on the picture size setting [Aspect Ratio] 4:3 5 M, 3 M, 0.3 M 2.5 M, 0.3 M 3M 3:2 4.5 M, 2.5 M, 0.3 M 3 M, 0.3 M 2.5 M 16:9 3.5 M, 2 M, 0.2 M 3.5 M, 0.2 M 2M 1:1 3.5 M, 2.5 M, 0.2 M 2 M, 0.2 M 2.5 M ●●Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (burst group). (→109) ●●Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the , , or setting.
Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Recording mode: ••Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. ••When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically. ■■How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is (Face Detection)) •• The camera recognises a registered face and adjusts focus and exposure. •• When registered faces that have set names are recognised, the names are displayed (up to 3 people).
Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration). Select [Face Recog.
Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered people can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→51) Select [MEMORY] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the face picture to be edited or deleted Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [Info Edit] Edit name or other registered information.
Useful features for travel [Travel Date] ••For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→51) If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. ■■Recording mode: ∗ ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.
Useful features for travel [World Time] ••For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→51) Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. ■■Recording mode: ■■Preparation: Set [Auto Clock Set] to [OFF]. (→140) Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu (→51) ••Message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step .
Entering Text Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. Use cursor button to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Text is inserted at the cursor position. ••To change the character type → Select , and press [MENU/SET]. Cursor position ■■Editing text Use cursor button to select and press [MENU/SET].
Using the [Rec] menu [Aspect Ratio] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Set the aspect ratio of still pictures. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: / / / ●●Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. [Picture Size] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on [Quality].
Using the [Rec] menu [Quality] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Set quality of picture. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: ([Fine]) High quality, priority to picture quality ([Standard]) Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures ●●The setting is fixed to , in [High Sens.] Scene Mode. ●●When [3D Photo Mode] is selected, the displayed icons are different: ([3D+Fine]): An MPO picture and a high quality JPEG picture are recorded simultaneously.
Using the [Rec] menu [White Balance] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Adjust colouring to suit light source if colours otherwise appear unnatural. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (Incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in )/ (set manually) ●●When [AWB] (Automatic White Balance) is set, the colouring is adjusted in accordance with the light source.
Using the [Rec] menu ■■Setting White Balance manually ( ) Select and press [MENU/SET] Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET] White Balance is set to . ••Even if the camera’s power is OFF, the set White Balance is remembered. ••It may not be possible to set the correct White Balance if subjects are too bright or too dark. In this case, adjust the brightness and try to set the White Balance again.
Using the [Rec] menu [AF Mode] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: / / / Taking front-on pictures of people / Recognises faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly. AF area Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected.
Using the [Rec] menu ●●Focus is fixed to (1-area-focusing) in the following cases: ••[High Speed Video] scene mode ••[Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] mode ●●Use (1-area-focusing) if focus is difficult to align with (Spot-focusing).
Using the [Rec] menu [Face Recog.] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) For details (→89). [Metering Mode] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) You can change the position for measuring brightness when correcting exposure.
Using the [Rec] menu [Min. Shtr Speed] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] [1] ●●Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.
Using the [Rec] menu [Burst] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) For details (→87). [Color Mode] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Set colour effects. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [STANDARD] / [VIVID]*1 (sharper) / [B&W] / [SEPIA] / [Happy]*2 *1 Except [Intelligent Auto] Mode *2 [Intelligent Auto] Mode only [AF Assist Lamp] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment.
Using the [Rec] menu [Red-Eye Removal] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ( ). ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●This setting will work only when [AF Mode] is (Face Detection). ●●Depending on the circumstance, it may not be possible to correct red-eye. ●●When the function setting is [ON], a appears with the flash icon.
Using the [Rec] menu [Date Stamp] ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→51) Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF] ●●Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased. ●●The date cannot be stamped when [Auto Bracket] or [Burst] is set, when recording a motion picture, or when the [Panorama Shot] or [High Speed Video] Scene Modes are set.
Using the [Motion Picture] menu [Rec Mode] ••For [Motion Picture] menu setting procedures (→51) Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [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.
Using the [Motion Picture] menu [Rec Quality] ••For [Motion Picture] menu setting procedures (→51) Sets the picture quality of the motion picture that is recorded. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [AVCHD] in [Rec Mode] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Item Picture size/Bit rate fps [Aspect Ratio] [GPH] 1920×1080 pixels/Approx. 28 Mbps 50p [PSH]* [GFS] 16:9 1920×1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50i [FSH]* [GS] 1280×720 pixels/Approx.
Using the [Motion Picture] menu [Continuous AF] ••For [Motion Picture] menu setting procedures (→51) Either allow the focus to be constantly adjusted during motion picture recording, or fix the focus position at the start of recording. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [ON] [OFF]: Fix focus position at the start of motion picture recording.
Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (burst group). ■■Representative picture display A representative picture (first burst picture) is displayed when it is displayed together with other still pictures or with motion pictures. ••All the still pictures in a burst group can be deleted or edited together. ••Continuous playback can be performed using the same operations as for motion pictures.
Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function ●●[Playback] menu items cannot be used while the display appears within each burst group. ●●Burst pictures cannot be displayed as a burst group during [GPS Area Play] DMC-TZ31 or [Favorite] playback with [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play]. DMC-TZ30 ●●The following operation cannot be performed while a representative first burst picture is being displayed.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode The menu selection screen is displayed. Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET] ••The menu type can also be selected by touch operations. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [Normal Play] Plays back all pictures. (→42) [2D/3D Settings] Switches the output format between 2D and 3D pictures.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Slide Show] ••For switching [Playback Mode] (→111) Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] Play all. [Picture Only] Plays back still pictures. [Motion Pic. Only] Plays back motion pictures. [3D Play] Plays back only 3D still pictures that were recorded in [3D Photo Mode].
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ■■Operations during Slide Show The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the LCD monitor. ••If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off. To display the guide again, press the [DISP.] button.
Different playback methods [Playback Mode] [Filtering Play] ••For switching [Playback Mode] (→111) You can refine the selection of pictures to be viewed by narrowing them down to pictures in selected categories or to favourite pictures, and then view those pictures. Select the filtering method using cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only] Play back still pictures [Video Only] Play back motion pictures [3D Play] Play back only 3D still pictures that were recorded in [3D Photo Mode].
Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] You can adjust the colour and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Retouching pictures [Creative Retouch] You can retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you want to apply. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Using the [Playback] menu You can set the recorded picture to upload to the image-sharing websites, edit the picture (for example, trimming), and set a protection setting in the picture. ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51) ••Depending on the [Playback Mode], some [Playback] menu items are not displayed. ••It may not be possible to set or edit pictures taken with other cameras. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with tools such as [Text Stamp], [Resize] and [Cropping].
Using the [Playback] menu ■■Uploading to image-sharing websites When setting [Upload Set], the built-in uploading tool automatically makes copies on the card inside the camera. Connect the camera to your computer (→165) before performing uploading operations. For more details, refer to (→167). ■■To clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Yes]. ●●Not available on cards with less than 512 MB. [Title Edit] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). You can give titles, etc.
Using the [Playback] menu [Text Stamp] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). The recording date and time, location name information and the text registered in the [Baby], [Pet] Scene Modes, [Travel Date] and [Title Edit] are stamped on the still picture. DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 The recording date and time, the text registered by [Baby] or [Pet] Scene Mode, [Travel Date] and [Title Edit] are stamped on the still picture.
Using the [Playback] menu ■■Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [Name] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Travel Date] Stamp Travel Date set in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Title] Stamp text registered in [Title Edit] [Country/Region] [State/Prov.
Using the [Playback] menu [Resize] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.
Using the [Playback] menu [Cropping] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ●●Picture quality is reduced after cropping. ●●Cannot crop the following pictures.
Using the [Playback] menu [Favorite] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). By labelling your favourite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favourite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favourites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●●[SINGLE] ●●[MULTI] Favourite picture setting Favourite picture setting ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again.
Using the [Playback] menu [Print Set] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility.
Using the [Playback] menu [Protect] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●●[SINGLE] ●●[MULTI] Picture protected Picture protected ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. ■■To clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Yes].
Using the [Playback] menu [Face Rec Edit] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Use cursor button to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a person and press [MENU/SET] ••If [DELETE], go to step . ••People whose Face Recognition information has not been registered cannot be selected.
Using the [Playback] menu [Copy] ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→51). You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Use cursor button to select the copy method (direction) and press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card (go to step : Copy 1 picture at a time from card to built-in memory. ). Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET].
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Before using the GPS function, read “About GPS” (→8) and “Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data” (→190). GPS stands for Global Positioning System. You can check your current location using GPS satellites. The camera receives radio signals that contain orbital information and time information from multiple GPS satellites, and uses them to calculate its current position.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Using the GPS function to execute positioning When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the camera periodically receives radio signals from the GPS satellites and executes positioning. When positioning is executed successfully, the place name and position (latitude and longitude) information are recorded in still pictures and motion pictures (except for the picture quality settings of [PSH], [FSH], and [SH]).
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Displaying the status and result of positioning The icons that indicate the status and result of positioning will appear on the LCD monitor. When positioning is successful, camera will search the place name information (name of place and landmark) inside its internal database and display it.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Information to be recorded on the pictures When the camera successfully executes positioning, it records the following information in still pictures and motion pictures* (except for the picture quality settings of [PSH], [FSH], and [SH]).
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Executing the positioning function right away to update the current location If the displayed place name is different from the current location or a previous location is displayed, update the positioning information. If some time has elapsed since the last time positioning was executed successfully ( , , , or is displayed), we recommend updating the positioning information.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Interval between positioning operations Even if the positioning information is not updated, the camera automatically tries to execute positioning immediately after it is turned on and subsequently at regular intervals when [GPS Setting] is [ON]. Also, when [Airplane Mode] is set to [OFF], the camera automatically tries to execute positioning periodically according to the environment, even if the camera is turned off.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Changing place name information to be displayed You can change the recorded place name information items to be displayed on the screen. Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Area Info.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Disabling the positioning function when the camera is turned off When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the GPS function remains activated even if the camera is turned off. To disable the positioning function when the camera is turned off, set [Airplane Mode] to [ON].
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Changing the place name information to be recorded When there are other candidate locations as a result of positioning, you can change the location information to another place name or landmark in the neighbourhood. ••When there is a choice for differing place name information, appears in front of the place name information. ••You can also perform this operation by touching [GPS Area Select] after touching the GPS icon.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Changing the recorded GPS information [Edit Location] You can edit the location information (latitude and longitude) recorded on still pictures and motion pictures. ••You can edit the location information only on a picture ( appears on the screen when this picture is played back) recorded with GPS information (location and place name information) when it was taken. ••When you edit the location information, the place name information is deleted.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Changing the recorded GPS information ■■Using the location information of another picture for reference Use cursor button to select [Use another picture] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a picture to be used as a reference for the recording location and press [MENU/SET] A map is displayed with the location recorded on a picture at the centre.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Changing the recorded GPS information ■■Selecting a place name from candidates Use cursor button to select [Candidate] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select an item to be edited and press [MENU/SET] Place names or landmark names near the location information recorded in a picture are searched. Select a place name or landmark name and press [MENU/SET] ••A confirmation screen will appear. Select [Yes] to overwrite the place name information.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Adjusting the time using GPS You can automatically update the [Clock Set] of the camera using the date and time information contained in GPS radio signals. When you move to a different time zone from your home area and positioning is executed successfully, the camera automatically adjusts the time to the local time.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Reducing the time required for positioning You can reduce the time required for positioning by copying in advance the predicted satellite information (GPS assist data) of GPS satellites required for positioning to the camera. ••A computer that can be connected to the Internet is required to download the GPS assist data. ••If the camera’s clock is not set, the GPS assist data cannot be used. ●●The GPS assist data is valid for 30 days. ●●The GPS assist data is updated once a day.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Reducing the time required for positioning Using the “GPS Assist Tool” ■■Using “GPS Assist Tool” by connecting the camera and computer Preparation: Turn on the computer and close all other open application programs.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Reducing the time required for positioning ■■Using a card reader/writer (commercially available) Preparation: ••Turn on the computer that is connected to a card reader/writer (commercially available) and close all other open application programs. ••Insert a memory card in the camera before starting the updating procedure.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Reducing the time required for positioning Updating the GPS assist data Start up the “GPS Assist Tool” on the computer ■■Windows Double-click [GPSASIST.EXE] stored in the connected camera or memory card The “GPS Assist Tool” will start up. ••When the “GPS Assist Tool” is copied to the memory card, [GPSASIST.EXE] is stored in the [AD_LUMIX] folder. ■■Mac Double-click [GPSASIST.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Reducing the time required for positioning Checking the expiration date of the GPS assist data The GPS assist data expires in 30 days. We recommend using new GPS assist data. Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Assist Data] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Expiry Date] and press [MENU/SET] ●●You can also check the expiration date on the screen when the “GPS Assist Tool” is started up on the computer.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map function You can display a map showing the location where a picture was taken or your current location. ●●If you copy the map data stored on the supplied DVD to a memory card, you can display more detailed maps. (→150) ●●The place name information recorded on a picture and the place name displayed on a map may not be exactly the same.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map function Displaying your current location on a map When positioning is executed successfully using GPS, you can display your current location on a map. ••Make sure to set [GPS Setting] to [ON]. (→129) Press [MAP] button in playback mode Touch [My Location] Time elapsed after positioning was executed successfully Touch the +/- button to enlarge or reduce the map size. (You can also enlarge or reduce the map size using the zoom lever.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map function Displaying only pictures taken in the same area You can select the area of a picture on a map to narrow down the pictures to be displayed. Press [MAP] button in playback mode Display the map so that the place where you took the pictures is moved within the display range of the frame Display range Touch the +/- button to enlarge or reduce the map size. (You can also enlarge or reduce the map size using the zoom lever.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map function Displaying a map by selecting a country or region You can select a place name that you want to display and show it on a map.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map data on the DVD (supplied) You can use “LUMIX Map Tool” to copy the map data on the DVD (supplied) to a memory card. When the map data is copied to the memory card, detailed maps can be displayed on the camera. ●●Install “LUMIX Map Tool” on your computer before starting the detailed map display procedure. Installing “LUMIX Map Tool” Close all other open application programs before inserting a DVD in the computer drive.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map data on the DVD (supplied) Copying the map data to a memory card Preparation: ••Install “LUMIX Map Tool” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→150) ••Turn on the computer and close all other open application programs. ••Insert the supplied DVD in your computer drive before starting the copying procedure. (Windows: Close the installation menu that starts automatically.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Using the map data on the DVD (supplied) ■■Copying map data directly to a memory card in the camera from the computer instead of a card reader/writer (commercially available) You can copy the map data to a memory card inserted in the camera by connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied USB connection cable. ••Select the connected camera in step (→151). ••For details on making the connection with a computer (→165).
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Registering my landmark You can register a user-defined location that is not registered in this camera as my landmark in order to display it when positioning is executed or to record it on a picture. (Up to 50 landmarks) ●●You can only register the landmark name as My landmark. (You cannot register place names such as city, town, or village names.) ●●Unless the map data is copied to a memory card, My landmark cannot be registered.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Registering my landmark Registering the recording location as my landmark You can use the location information of a picture to register it as My landmark.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Registering my landmark Selecting My landmark and displaying it on a map You can display a map by moving the registered My landmark to the centre.
Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI mini cable (optional) or AV cable (optional). ●●Also consult TV operating manual. Preparation: ••Set [Output] to connect your camera to a TV using the AV cable (optional) (→59) ••Turn off both camera and TV. Connect camera to TV ■■To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) An HDMI mini cable (optional) can be used to enable viewing of still and motion pictures in high resolution.
Viewing on TV screen ■■To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) ●●Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional). ●●Some of the playback functions cannot be performed. ●●[Playback], [GPS] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 , [Map] DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 , and [Setup] menus cannot be used. ●●Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the aspect ratio setting. ●●When an HDMI mini cable is connected, pictures are not displayed on the LCD monitor.
Viewing on TV screen VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ●●VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Linkcompatible devices by connecting HDMI mini cables (optional) for enabling easy operation with the VIERA remote control. (Some operations are not available.) ●●VIERA Link (HDMI) is an exclusive Panasonic function added to the industrystandard HDMI control functions known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
Viewing on TV screen Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON] (→59). Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI mini cable (optional) (→156) Turn on camera Set REC/PLAY switch to Proceed with the operation while referring to what is displayed on the TV screen ••When operating, refer to the VIERA Link operating panel.
Viewing on TV screen Viewing 3D still pictures If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV, and play back still pictures that you recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV. If a 3D-capable TV has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures that you recorded by inserting the card into the slot. For the latest information about devices that can play back 3D still pictures recorded with this camera, please refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.
Viewing on TV screen ■■To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D Select the picture recorded in 3D Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback Mode] menu and then press [MENU/SET] (→111) ••Playback method will switch to 3D if it is playing back in 2D (conventional image), or it will switch to 2D if it is playing back in 3D. ••If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when playing back pictures recorded in 3D, set to 2D.
Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures The methods for copying still and motion pictures recorded with this camera to other devices vary according to the file format (JPEG, MPO, AVCHD, MP4, Motion JPEG). Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder You can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format.
Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy to your computer Using the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” software on the supplied disc, you can save still pictures and motion pictures recorded with this camera in all file formats to a computer. Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to your computer ••For details about the software on the supplied disc, operation environment and installation, refer to Basic Operating Instructions.
Using with your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. ••Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. ••If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognised, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.
Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [MP4] and [High Speed Video] Scene Mode (except AVCHD motion pictures) Preparation: ••Charge the battery sufficiently. ••When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. ••Turn on the camera and computer. Check socket direction and insert straight in.
Using with your PC ■■Folder and file names on computer ●●Windows Drives are displayed in “My Computer” or “Computer” folder. ●●Mac Drives are displayed on the desktop. (Displayed as “LUMIX”, “NO_NAME”, or “Untitled”.) DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001.JPG JPG: Still pictures : MP4: [MP4] Motion Pictures P1000999.JPG MOV: [High Speed Video] 101_PANA ∗1 MPO: 3D still pictures : 999_PANA MISC (DPOF files, Favourite) AD_LUMIX∗2 ∗3 LUMIXUP.
Using with your PC Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites Using the uploading tool ([LUMIX Image Uploader]), you can upload still pictures and motion pictures to image-sharing websites (Facebook or YouTube). There is no need to copy pictures to your computer or install specialised software. Uploading pictures from the camera is easy with a computer connected to a network, even when you are away from your regular computing environment.
Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. ••Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Preparation: ••Charge the battery sufficiently. ••When printing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. ••Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. ••Turn on the camera and printer.
Printing ●●Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. ●●Disconnect USB connection cable after printing. ●●Turn off power before inserting or removing memory cards. ●●When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable. Use a sufficiently charged battery. ●●Motion pictures cannot be printed.
Printing Printing multiple pictures Use cursor button to select [Multi Print] in step (→168) Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET] ••[Multi Select]: croll between pictures with cursor button, select pictures S to print with the [DISP.] button. (Press [DISP.] button again to release selection.) Press [MENU/SET] when selection is complete. ••[Select All]: Print all pictures. ••[Print Set (DPOF)]: Print pictures selected in [Print Set].
Printing Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON]/[OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [Paper Size] When [Page Layout] is selected, the printer settings take priority.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display.
List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display.
Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [This memory card cannot be used] ●●A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ●●Non-DCF pictures (→42) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera.
Message displays [Memory card parameter error] ●●Card is not of SD standard. ●●When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ●●Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly (→19). ●●Data write has failed. → Turn off power and remove card, before re-inserting and turning on power again. ●●Card may possibly be damaged. ●●Try with a different card.
Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→178 - 185) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→58). (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values from the time of purchase.) Battery, power The charging lamp turns off before the battery is fully charged. ●●Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperature.
Q&A Troubleshooting GPS (continued) DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Positioning takes time. ●●When using the camera for the first time or after not using it for a while, positioning may take several minutes. ●●Positioning usually takes less than two minutes, but because the positions of the GPS satellites change, it may take longer depending on the recording location and environment. → Positioning can be executed faster when you download GPS assist data to the camera using the “GPS Assist Tool”.
Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Some pictures are taken when I press the shutter button just once. ●●Camera is set to use [Auto Bracket] or [Burst]. Focus not aligned correctly. ●●Not set to mode appropriate for distance to subject. (Focus range varies according to recording mode.) ●●Subject outside of focus range. (→68) ●●Caused by jitter or subject movement. (→27) Recorded pictures are blurred. Optical Image Stabiliser ineffective.
Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Panorama picture recording stops before finishing. ●●If the pan motion of the camera is too slow, the camera assumes that the operation has been aborted and stops recording. ●●If the pan motion of the camera is too shaky when it is moved toward the recording direction, the camera stops recording. → To record panorama pictures, pan the camera in a small circular motion parallel to the recording direction at a speed of approx. 8 seconds per revolution (guideline).
Q&A Troubleshooting Playback Pictures have been rotated. ●●[Rotate Disp.] is activated (→60) Cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures. ●●REC/PLAY switch is not set to (play). ●●No pictures in built-in memory or card (pictures played from card if inserted, from built-in memory if not). ●●Has the file name of the picture been changed on a computer? If so, it cannot be played back on the camera. ●●The [Playback Mode] has been changed. → Set [Playback Mode] to [Normal Play] (→111).
Q&A Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not coloured. ●●Not connected correctly (→156). ●●The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. ●●Check the [Video Out] setting (NTSC/PAL) on the camera. (→59) TV screen display different to LCD monitor. ●●Aspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televisions. Cannot play motion pictures on TV. ●●Card is inserted into TV.
Q&A Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer (continued) Cannot print when connecting to printer. ●●Printer not compatible with PictBridge. ●●Set [USB Mode] to [PictBridge(PTP)] (→58). The edges of pictures are cut off when printing. ●●Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) aspect ratio. ●●The pictures were recorded in → If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Cannot print panorama pictures properly.
Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ●●Change [Language] setting (→61). Camera rattles if shaken. ●●This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] (→103). AF Assist Lamp is not illuminated. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [OFF] (→103). ●●Not illuminated in bright locations. Camera is hot.
Usage cautions and notes When in use ●●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●●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.
Usage cautions and notes When not using for a while ●●Turn off camera power before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through over-discharge). ●●Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ●●Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)) places with low humidity (40%RH to 60%RH) and no major temperature changes.
Usage cautions and notes About charging the battery ●●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ●●Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. ●●Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. ●●Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Usage cautions and notes About 3D viewing ●●Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D contents. •• Viewing 3D contents may have an adverse effect to the individual. ●●If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D contents, stop viewing at once. •• Continuing to view may cause illness. •• After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes Important! Be sure to read the following before using the location names that are stored in this product. Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data Personal Use Only. You agree to use this Data together with this digital camera for the solely personal, non-commercial purposes for which you were licensed, and not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes No Warranty. This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes Export Control. Panasonic Corporation shall not export from anywhere any part of the Data or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under, applicable export laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to the laws, rules and regulations administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes About Location Information, Place Name Information, and Maps About the geographical coordinate system The latitude and longitude standard (geographical coordinate system) recorded with this camera is WGS84.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes Territory Notice Australia © Hema Maps Pty. Ltd, 2011. Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). Product incorporates data which is © 2011 Telstra Corporation Limited, GM Holden Limited, Intelematics Australia Pty Ltd, NAVTEQ International LLC, Sentinel Content Pty Limited and Continental Pty Ltd.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes Territory Notice Sri Lanka This product incorporates original source digital data obtained from the Survey Department of Sri Lanka © 2009 Survey Department of Sri Lanka The data has been used with the permission of the Survey Department of Sri Lanka Sweden “Based upon electronic data © National Land Survey Sweden.” Switzerland “Topografische Grundlage: © Bundesamt für Landestopographie.
DMC-TZ30 DMC-TZ31 Usage cautions and notes ■■Landmark types Although approx. 1,000,000 landmarks are registered in the built-in memory, there are also some unregistered landmarks. (The registered information is current as of December 2011 and will not be updated.) ••It differs from that registered on our GPS-equipped models before 2011.
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