Panasonic DMC-ZS30 Technical specifications
VQT4T39
M0213KZ0
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-ZS30
Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.
More detailed
instructions on the
operation of this
camera are contained in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features
(PDF format)” in the supplied disc.
Install it on your PC to read it.
GH
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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. 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.
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.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
•Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing.
•Use only the recommended accessories.
•Do not remove covers.
•Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
■Product identification marking
Product Location
Digital camera Bottom
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■About the battery pack
CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 °C or incinerate.
■About the AC adaptor (supplied)
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
•Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
• The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The
primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an
electrical outlet.
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■Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a
genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional).
Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m)
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
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.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect
AC adaptor (supplied)/AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G: optional). Then reinsert the
battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded
pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.
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This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal
and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance
with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity
and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information
may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety .... 2
Before use ................................ 7
Standard accessories ............. 8
Names and Functions of
Main Parts ................................ 9
Touch operations ................... 11
Inserting and removing the
battery or SD memory card
(optional) ................................ 13
Charging the battery ............. 14
Setting the clock .................... 15
Setting the menu ................... 17
Taking pictures ...................... 18
Recording motion pictures ... 19
Viewing your pictures ........... 21
Deleting pictures ................... 21
GPS and map functions ........ 22
Recording/viewing pictures
with a smartphone/tablet ...... 25
Reading the Operating
Instructions (PDF format) ..... 30
Supplied software .................. 31
Specifications ........................ 32
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Before use
■Camera handling
●Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or
pressure.
●The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or
where water can come into contact with the camera.
■Condensation (When the lens or the LCD monitor is fogged up)
●Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden
changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which
may make the lens or LCD monitor dirty, cause mould, or damage
the camera.
●If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two
hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding
temperature, the fogging will clear naturally.
About the compass
■Information measured with this unit is simply a rough estimate.
• Please do not use for professional applications.
• When using this unit for mountain climbing, trekking, or
underwater, in addition to using the measured direction as a rough
estimate, please make sure to bring along a map and a dedicated
measuring instrument.
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Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Part numbers are as of January 2013. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
DMW-BCM13E
• Charge the battery
before use.
Battery pack is indicated as
battery pack or battery in the
text.
AC adaptor
VSK0775
Hand strap
VFC4297
USB connection
cable
K1HY08YY0031
DVD
VFF1149
• Software:
Use it to install the software
on your PC.
• Map data
• Operating Instructions for
advanced features
DVD is indicated as disc in
the text.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card
are indicated as card in the text.
• Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the
built-in memory when you are not using a card.
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose
the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories
separately.)
• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the
actual product.
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
* Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm or longer screw. Doing so may
damage this unit.
●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G:
optional).
●When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler
(DMW-DCC14: optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5G: optional)
are used.
Mode dial
Flash
Self-timer indicator/AF Assist Lamp
NFC antenna
Lens barrel
GPS status
indicator
Microphones
Tripod mount*
• Ensure that the tripod is stable.
Card/Battery door
Release lever
DC coupler cover
Lens
• Do not touch the lens barrier.
Speaker
Zoom lever
Motion picture
button
Camera [ON/OFF]
button
Shutter button
Built-in GPS antenna
[Wi-Fi] antenna
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
[EXPOSURE] button
[MAP] button
[Wi-Fi] button
Playback button
Cursor buttons
[MENU/SET]
Charging lamp/
Wi-Fi connection lamp
[Q.MENU]/
[] (Delete/Cancel) button
[DISP.] button
[HDMI] socket*
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]
socket
• This socket is also
used when charging
the battery.
We recommend using the supplied
hand strap to avoid dropping the
camera.
LCD monitor
* Do not connect any other cables except the HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15:
optional). Doing so may cause malfunction.
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