Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 Technical specifications
VQT4J01
M0712KZ0
Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-LX7
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation
of this camera are contained in “Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)”
in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to
read it.
EB
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
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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
Battery charger Bottom
■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.
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Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 °C or incinerate.
■About the battery charger
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 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.
■Cautions for Use
• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC Mains Lead supplied with the AC
adaptor.
• 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 mini cable
(RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (9.8 feet)
• 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 (DMW-AC5E: 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.
For information about the software used for this product, press [MENU/SET]
and select [Setup] to display [Version Disp.] before pressing [MENU/SET]
again.
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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 or the BSI mark 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.
■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
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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.
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old
Equipment and used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical
and electronic products and batteries should not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with your
national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and
2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly,
you 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.
For more information about collection and recycling of
old products and batteries, please contact your local
municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of
sale where you purchased the items.
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]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard these items, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
Cd
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol
examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical
involved.
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Contents
Before use
Information for Your Safety .... 2
Before use ................................ 6
Standard accessories ............. 7
Names and Functions of
Main Parts .............................. 10
Attaching the lens cap and
shoulder strap........................ 13
Charging the battery ............. 14
Inserting and removing the
card (optional)/the battery .... 15
Setting the clock .................... 16
Taking pictures ...................... 17
Viewing your pictures
[Normal Play] ......................... 20
Deleting pictures ................... 20
Setting the menu ................... 21
Reading the Operating
Instructions (PDF format) ..... 22
Supplied software .................. 23
Installing supplied software
... 24
Specifications ........................ 25
■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.
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Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Part numbers are as of July 2012. These may be subject to change.
Battery pack
DMW-BCJ13E
• Charge the battery
before use.
Battery pack is indicated as
battery pack or battery in the text.
Battery charger
DE-A82A
Battery charger is indicated as
battery charger or charger in the text.
AC Mains Lead
K2CT3YY00034
Shoulder strap
VFC4901
USB connection
cable
K1HY08YY0025
CD-ROM
• Software:
Use it to install
the software on
your PC.
CD-ROM
VFF1039
•
Operating
Instructions for
advanced features
Hot shoe cover*
VKF4970
Thread protector*
VGQ1H81
Lens cap*
VYK5W85
Lens cap string
VFC4366
* Already attached to the camera at the time of purchase.
• 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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Standard accessories
■Optional Accessories
Battery pack DMW-BCJ13
DC coupler*DMW-DCC7
AC adaptor*DMW-AC5
Live view finder DMW-LVF2
External viewfinder DMW-VF1
Flash DMW-FL220
DMW-FL360
DMW-FL500
Filter adaptor kit DMW-FA1
PL filter DMW-LPLA37
MC protector DMW-LMCH37
ND filter DMW-LND37
AV cable DMW-AVC1
HDMI mini cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30
USB connection cable DMW-USBC1
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDU64GE1K
RP-SDA32GE1K
RP-SDU32GE1K
RP-SDRA32GEK
RP-SDA16GE1K
RP-SDU16GE1K
RP-SDRA16GEK
RP-SDA08GE1K
RP-SDU08GE1K
RP-SDRA08GEK
RP-SDU04GE1K
RP-SDRA04GEK
RP-SDNA16GEK
RP-SDNA08GEK
RP-SDNA04GEK
RP-SDNA02GEK
* The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic
DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
● Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
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Sales and Support Information
Customer Communications Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
• For further support on your product, please visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and
confidence by phoning our Customer Communications 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.pas-europe.com.
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by
Panasonic UK.
• 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.
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Names and Functions of Main Parts
Camera ON/OFF switch
Built-in flash (flash)
Self-timer indicator /
AF Assist Lamp
Shoulder strap eyelet
• Attach the supplied shoulder strap
and lens cap string to this eyelet.
Focus selector switch
Thread protector
Lens
Aperture ring
Aspect ratio selector switch
Zoom lever
Motion picture button
Shutter button
Mode dial
Microphone
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