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Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FX33
Before use, please read these
instructions completely.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
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Before Use
Before UseDear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to
thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
Digital Camera. Please read these
Operating Instructions carefully and keep
them handy for future reference.
Information for Your
Safety
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR
BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• Please note that the actual controls and
components, menu items, etc. of your
Digital Camera may look somewhat
different from those shown in the
illustrations in these Operating
Instructions.
SDHC Logo is a trademark.
Leica is a registered trademark of Leica
Microsystems IR GmbH.
Elmarit is a registered trademark of Leica
Camera AG.
Other names, company names, and
product names printed in these
instructions are trademarks or registered
trademarks of the companies concerned.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE
INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT
AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or
discs or other published or broadcast
material for purposes other than your
own private use may infringe copyright
laws. Even for the purpose of private
use, recording of certain material may
be restricted.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
disassemble, heat above 60 xC or
incinerate.
Product Identification Marking is located
on the bottom of units.
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Caution for AC mains lead
For your safety, please read the following
text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced
please ensure that the replacement fuse
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI
mark Ì on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse
cover you must ensure that it is refitted
when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED
OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-
AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please
observe the wiring code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified
electrician.
Before Use
∫ IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER
WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL
WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR
COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF-
KEEP DRY.
∫ Before use
Remove the connector cover.
∫ How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to
the type of AC mains plug (figures A and
B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC
mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse cover
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach
the fuse cover.
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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Before Use
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(private households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents
means that used electrical and electronic products should not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these
products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted
on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be
able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase
of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please
contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or
supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
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∫ About the battery charger
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS
UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN
CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED
SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD
DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S
VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH
NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED
FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED
CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.
The battery charger is in the standby
condition when the AC power supply cord
is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long
as the power cord is connected to an
electrical outlet.
∫ Care of the camera
Do not strongly shake or bump the
camera by dropping it etc.
This unit may malfunction, recording
pictures may no longer be possible or the
lens or the LCD monitor may be
damaged.
We strongly recommend
you do not leave the
camera in your trousers
pocket when you sit down
or forcefully insert it into a
full or tight bag etc.
Damage to the LCD
monitor or personal injury
may result.
Be particularly careful in the following
places as they may cause this unit to
malfunction.
Before Use
– Places with a lot of sand or dust.
– Places where water can come into
contact with this unit such as when
using it on a rainy day or on a beach.
Do not touch the lens or the sockets
with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to
allow liquids to get into the space
around the lens, buttons etc.
If water or seawater splashes on the
camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the
camera body carefully.
∫ About Condensation (When the lens
is fogged up)
Condensation occurs when the ambient
temperature or humidity changes. Be
careful of condensation since it causes
lens stains, fungus and camera
malfunction.
If condensation occurs, turn the camera
off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog
will disappear naturally when the
temperature of the camera becomes close
to the ambient temperature.
∫ Read together with the “Cautions for
Use”. (P103)
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Before Use
∫ About cards that can be used in this
unit
You can use an SD Memory Card, an
SDHC Memory Card and a
MultiMediaCard.
When the term card is used in these
operating instructions this refers to the
following types of Memory Cards.
– SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
– SDHC Memory Card (4 GB)
– MultiMediaCard (still pictures only)
More specific information about memory
cards that can be used with this unit.
You can only use an SDHC Memory Card
if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.
A 4 GB Memory Card without an SDHC
logo is not based on the SD Standard and
will not work in this product.
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Please confirm the latest information on the
following website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This Site is English only.)
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Contents
Before Use
Information for Your Safety....................... 2
Preparation
Accessories .............................................. 9
Names of the Components ..................... 10
Quick Guide ............................................ 11
Charging the Battery with
the Charger............................................. 11
About the Battery (charging/number of
recordable pictures) ................................ 12
Inserting and Removing the Card
(optional)/the Battery .............................. 13
About the Built-in Memory/the Card
(optional)................................................. 14
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................ 15
Changing the clock setting................ 16
About the Mode Dial ............................... 16
Setting the Menu..................................... 17
About the Setup Menu ............................ 19
LCD Monitor Display/Switching the LCD
Monitor Display ....................................... 22
Basic
Taking Pictures ....................................... 23
Taking pictures using the automatic
function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .............. 25
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ............... 27
Using the Optical Zoom/Using the
Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)................... 27
Using the Digital Zoom
Further extending the zoom ............. 28
Checking the Recorded
Picture (Review) ..................................... 29
Playing back/Deleting Pictures ............... 29
Advanced (Recording pictures)
About the LCD Monitor ........................... 32
Changing the information
displayed .......................................... 32
Brightening the LCD Monitor ............ 34
Taking Pictures using the
Built-in Flash ........................................... 35
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 39
Compensating the Exposure .................. 40
Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........ 41
Taking Close-up Pictures........................ 41
Taking pictures that match the scene
being recorded (Scene mode) ................ 42
[PORTRAIT]...................................... 43
[SOFT SKIN]..................................... 43
[SELF PORTRAIT]............................ 44
[SCENERY] ...................................... 44
[SPORTS] ......................................... 44
[NIGHT PORTRAIT] ......................... 44
[NIGHT SCENERY] .......................... 45
[FOOD] ............................................ 45
[PARTY]............................................ 45
[CANDLE LIGHT].............................. 45
[BABY1]/[BABY2].............................. 46
[PET]................................................. 47
[SUNSET] ......................................... 47
[HIGH SENS.] ................................... 47
[HI-SPEED BURST].......................... 48
[STARRY SKY] ................................. 48
[FIREWORKS] .................................. 49
[BEACH] ........................................... 49
[SNOW]............................................. 50
[AERIAL PHOTO] ............................. 50
[UNDERWATER] .............................. 50
Motion Picture Mode............................... 51
Recording which Day of the Vacation
You Take the Picture .............................. 52
Displaying the Time at the Travel
Destination (World Time) ........................ 54
Using the [REC] Mode Menu .................. 56
[W.BALANCE]................................... 57
[INTELLIGENT ISO] ......................... 59
[SENSITIVITY].................................. 60
[ASPECT RATIO] ............................. 60
[PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY] .................... 61
[AUDIO REC.]................................... 62
[AF MODE] ....................................... 62
[STABILIZER] ................................... 64
[BURST]............................................ 64
[AF ASSIST LAMP]........................... 65
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Specifications........................................ 117
Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
For customers within the UK:
0844 844 3852
For customers within the Republic of
Ireland: 01 289 8333
Visit our website for product information
E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk
Technical Support for AV Software
For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869
For customers within the Republic of Ireland:
01 289 8333
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
Order accessory and consumable items for
your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Care Centre
Monday – Thursday 9.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.,
Friday 9.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.
(Excluding public holidays)
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory
ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk.
Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
All enquiries transactions and distribution
facilities are provided directly by Panasonic
UK Ltd.
It couldn’t be simpler!
Also available through our Internet is direct
shopping for a wide range of finished
products, take a browse on our website for
further details.
Interested in purchasing an extended
guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website
www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.
[SLOW SHUTTER] ........................... 66
[COL.MODE] .................................... 66
Taking and viewing clipboard pictures
(Clipboard mode) .................................... 67
Advanced (Playback)
Displaying Multiple Screens
(Multi Playback) ...................................... 70
Displaying Pictures by Recording Date
(Calendar Playback) ............................... 70
Using the Playback Zoom....................... 72
Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures
with Audio ............................................... 73
Creating still pictures from a
motion picture ......................................... 74
Using the [PLAY] mode menu ................ 75
[SLIDE SHOW] ................................. 76
[CATEGORY] ................................... 77
[ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE] ............. 79
[FAVORITE]...................................... 80
[TITLE EDIT]..................................... 81
[TEXT STAMP] ................................. 83
[DPOF PRINT] .................................. 85
[PROTECT] ...................................... 86
[AUDIO DUB.] .................................. 87
[RESIZE]........................................... 88
[TRIMMING] ..................................... 88
[ASPECT CONV.] ............................. 89
[COPY] ............................................. 90
[FORMAT] ........................................ 91
Connecting to other equipment
Connecting to a PC................................. 93
Printing the Pictures................................ 96
Playing Back Pictures on a
TV Screen............................................... 99
Others
Screen Display...................................... 101
Cautions for Use ................................... 103
Message Display .................................. 106
Troubleshooting .................................... 108
Number of Recordable Pictures and
Available Recording Time..................... 113
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