User manual PANASONIC LUMIX DMC-LX1

[. . . ] Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. DMC-LX1PP Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic. com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www. panasonic. ca VQT0S19 Before Use Dear 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 OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES AND DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Carefully observe copyright laws. [. . . ] · You can also use the [LUMIX Simple Viewer] or [PHOTOfunSTUDIO] software on the included CD-ROM to print your baby's age. (For details, refer to the separate operating instructions for PC connection. ) BABY WITH AGE WITHOUT AGE BIRTHDAY SET. SELECT SET MENU MENU n Age display setting · To show age, first enter the birthday, select [WITH AGE], and press q. · To not show age, select [WITHOUT AGE], and press q. 65 VQT0S19 Recording pictures (advanced) e Soft skin mode g Candle light mode This mode helps you take pictures that make the skin of your subject appear smoother. Use this mode when taking portraits from the chest up. Use this mode to get the most from the mood created by candlelight. 19 19 n Technique for Soft skin mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever to Tele as far as possible. · The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimal value. · If there are other flesh-colored elements in the shot, they will also be softened. · The effect may not be as obvious if there isn't enough light. n Technique for Candle light mode · This is most effective if you don't use the flash. · The flash mode can be set to Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction [q] or Slow sync. / Red-eye reduction [u]. · The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimal value. 66 VQT0S19 Recording pictures (advanced) a Party mode Z Fireworks mode Select this mode when you want to take pictures at wedding receptions, indoor parties, etc. Both the people and the background can be recorded with brightness in real life by using the flash and slowing down the shutter speed. This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky. The shutter speed or the exposure is automatically adjusted for taking pictures of fireworks. 19 19 n Technique for Fireworks mode · We recommend using a tripod. (P40) · Due to the slow shutter speed, use a tripod and the self-timer (P44) for best results. · We recommend taking pictures by rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1×), and being at a distance about 4. 92 feet (1. 5 m) from the subject. · The flash mode can be set to Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction [q] or Slow sync. / Red-eye reduction [u]. · The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimal value. · This mode is most effective on subjects that are 32. 8 feet (10 m) or more from the camera. · The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimal value. · You cannot use [CONT. AF] while in this mode. 67 VQT0S19 Recording pictures (advanced) b Snow mode n Setting the shutter speed STARRY SKY 15 SEC. SELECT SET MENU MENU This mode allows you to take a picture in locations such as skiing resorts and locations near snowy mountains. The exposure and the white balance are adjusted to make the white color of the snow stand out. 19 15 CANCEL MENU · The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimal value. d · Press e/r to select the shutter speed, then press q. · The countdown screen appears when you press the shutter button. After the countdown is finished, [PLEASE WAIT···] is displayed for the same amount of time as the shutter speed you used. · The shooting is canceled when you press the [MENU] button while the countdown screen is displayed. [. . . ] During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is". A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. 128 VQT0S19 Others Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-272-7033. [. . . ]