Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 Technical specifications

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-SZ7

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.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

VQT3Y91

F1211MR0

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

until

2012/01/13

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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

∫Product identification marking

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

•Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

•Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

•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 Location

Digital Camera Bottom

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∫About the battery pack

•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.

∫About the AC adaptor (supplied)

•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.

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.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or

incinerate.

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.

•Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths,

curtains, and similar items.

•Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.

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∫Cautions for Use

•Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

•Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

•Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)

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). 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.

Information about the software used by this product can be viewed by pressing

[MENU/SET], selecting [Setup] >[Version Disp.], and then pressing [MENU/SET].

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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.

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

Information for Your Safety......................................................................................... 2

Before Use .................................................................................................................... 7

Accessories .................................................................................................................. 8

Names and Functions of Main Parts ........................................................................ 10

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 11

Charging the Battery.................................................................................................. 12

Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 13

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 14

Installing supplied software...................................................................................... 15

Specifications............................................................................................................. 16

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Before Use

∫Care of the camera

•Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.

•This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.

Avoid using the camera in places with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.

∫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.

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Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.

Product numbers correct as of January 2012. These may be subject to change.

1 Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery pack or battery

in the text)

Charge the battery before use.

2 AC Adaptor

Can be used for charging and

playback.

3 USB Connection Cable

4 CD-ROM

•Software

•Operating Instructions for advanced

features

Install on your PC before use.

5 Hand Strap

•SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and

SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in

the text.

•The card is 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.)

VFC4297

VFF0934K1HY08YY0025

DMW-BCK7E VSK0775

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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.

∫Optional Accessories

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Battery Pack DMW-BCK7

AV Cable DMW-AVC1

HDMI mini Cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30

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 6 32 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 6 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-SDA16GE1K/RP-SDU16GE1K

RP-SDA08GE1K/RP-SDU08GE1K

RP-SDU04GE1K

RP-SDQ32GE1K

RP-SDQ16GE1K

RP-SDQ08GE1K

RP-SDQ04GE1K

RP-SDN16GE1A

RP-SDN08GE1A

RP-SDN04GE1A

RP-SDN02GE1A

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Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 Motion picture button

2 Shutter button

3 Camera ON/OFF switch

4Flash

5 Microphone

6 Speaker

•Be careful not to cover the speaker

with your finger. Doing so may make

sound difficult to hear.

7 Zoom lever

8Lens

9 Lens barrel

10 Self-timer indicator

AF Assist Lamp

11 LCD monitor

12 [MODE] button

13 Charging lamp

14 REC/PLAY switch

15 Strap eyelet

•Be sure to attach the strap when

using the camera to ensure that you

will not drop it.

16 Cursor buttons

17 [DISP.] button

18 [MENU/SET] button

19 [Q.MENU]/[ ] (Delete/Cancel)

button

20 [HDMI] socket

21 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

22 Tripod receptacle

23 Card/Battery door

24 Release lever

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