Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15EG-A Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsDigital CameraModel No. DMC-FS15 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,please read the instructions completely.

VQT1W2610Before UseNames of the Components1 Flash (P38)2 Lens (P91)3 Self-timer indicator (P42)AF assist lamp (P67)4 LCD monitor (P37, 89)5 Status ind

VQT1W26100Others• Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P17)• When pictures edited using a PC or pictures taken by other equipment are searched, t

101VQT1W26Others> Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera.•Pictures cannot be printed using

VQT1W26102Others• When using the extended optical zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily near [W]. This is not a malfunction.• Is the camera s

103VQT1W26OthersNumber of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time•The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an a

VQT1W26104OthersAspect ratio X Picture size () ()Quality A › A › Built-in Memory(Approx. 50 MB)51 96 240 400Card32 MB29 56 145 23064 MB61 115 290

105VQT1W26OthersAspect ratio W Picture size () () ()Quality A › A › A › A › Built-in Memory(Approx. 50 MB)10 22 16 33 27 52 47 91Card32 MB6

VQT1W26106Others∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures)Note• The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time di

107VQT1W26OthersOthersSpecificationsDigital Camera: Information for your safetyPower Source: DC 5.1 VPower Consumption: 1.35 W (When recording)0.6 W (

VQT1W26108OthersShutter speed: 8 seconds to 1/2000th of a second[STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 secondsWhite balance: Auto white balance

109VQT1W26OthersLanguage select: [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL] (DMC-FS15P)[ENGLISH]/[DEUTSCH]/[FRANÇAIS]/[ESPAÑOL]/[ITALIANO]/[繁體中文]/[¢] (DMC-FS15PC)Battery Cha

11VQT1W26Before Use12 Camera ON/OFF switch (P17)13 Zoom lever (P32)14 Speaker (P71)15 Microphone (P55)16 Shutter button (P27, 55)17 Intelligent auto b

VQT1W26110OthersOthersDigital Camera Accessory System¢ Ensure that the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) are purcha

111VQT1W26OthersDigital Camera Accessory Order Form(For USA and Puerto Rico Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information

VQT1W26112OthersRequest for Service Notice (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:

113VQT1W26OthersLimited Warranty (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMER

VQT1W26114OthersCarry-In or Mail-In ServiceFor Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call1-800-211-PANA (7262).This warrant

115VQT1W26OthersCustomer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)As of October 2008Product Repairs (United States and Puerto Rico)MAIL TO :C

VQT1W26116OthersOthersPrécautions à prendre (pour le Canada)∫ À propos du bloc-batterie•N’exposez pas la batterie à la chaleur et tenez-la éloignée de

117VQT1W26Others∫ À propos du chargeur de batterie•Assurez-vous d’utiliser un adaptateur secteur de marque Panasonic (DMW-AC5PP; en option).•Assurez-v

VQT1W26118OthersOthersIndexAAC Adaptor ...15, 82, 84Access indication ...16Aerial Photo M

119VQT1W26OthersNNight Portrait Mode ...48Night Scenery Mode ...48NO.RESET ...

VQT1W2612PreparationPreparationCharging the Battery∫ About batteries that you can use with this unitThe battery that can be used with this unit is DMW

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13VQT1W26Preparation∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes•The battery temperature is excessively high or low. The charging time will be longer than no

VQT1W2614PreparationThe number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the b

15VQT1W26Preparation1: Close the card/battery door.2: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow.• If the card/battery door cannot be compl

VQT1W2616PreparationAbout the Built-in Memory/the Card• Memory size: Approx. 50 MB• Recordable motion pictures: QVGA (320k240 pixels) only• The built-

17VQT1W26PreparationNote• Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) when the access ind

VQT1W2618PreparationPress [MENU/SET] to set.• After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on, switch to Record

19VQT1W26PreparationNoteDue to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some

VQT1W262Before UseBefore UseDear Customer,Thank you for choosing Panasonic!You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on t

VQT1W2620PreparationPress [MENU/SET] to close the menu.Switching to the [SETUP] menuPress 2.Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon .Press 1.• Select

21VQT1W26PreparationBy using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found.•Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes.•When [D

VQT1W2622Preparation• When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change.• High angle mode is also canceled if you tur

23VQT1W26Preparation•Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel [POWER SAVE].•[POWER SAVE] is set to [5MIN.] in the Inte

VQT1W2624Preparation• The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. (P83)• A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned.Wh

25VQT1W26Preparation•Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) and DC coupler (DMW-DCC4; optional) when form

VQT1W2626PreparationSelecting the [REC] ModeWhen the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which the optimal s

27VQT1W26Basic[REC] mode: ñBasicTaking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode)The camera will set the most appropriate settin

VQT1W2628Basic∫ When taking pictures using the flash (P38)∫ When taking pictures using the zoom (P32)Note• Be careful not to move the camera when you

29VQT1W26BasicIt is possible to set the focus to the specified subject. Focus will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves.1 Press 3

3VQT1W26Before UseTHE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian I

VQT1W2630Basic[REC] mode: ·Taking pictures with your favorite settings (·: Normal picture mode)The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the

31VQT1W26BasicAim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway.A Focus indicationB AF area (normal)C AF area (when using the

VQT1W2632BasicPictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.] (P77) is set to [ON])•

33VQT1W26Basic∫ Extended optical zoom mechanismWhen you set the picture size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 12M (12.1 million pixels) CCD area is crop

VQT1W2634Basic∫ Fast forwarding/Fast rewindingPress and hold 2/1 during playback.• The file number A and the picture number B only change one by one.

35VQT1W26Basic[PLAYBACK] mode: ¸Deleting PicturesOnce deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. •Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is be

VQT1W2636Basic∫ When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P78) settingThe selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or [

37VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Advanced (Recording pictures)About the LCD MonitorPress [DISPLAY] to change.A LCD monitorB [DISPLAY] button•When

VQT1W2638Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: ñ· ¿Taking Pictures using the Built-in FlashSet the flash to match the recording.Press 1 [‰].Press 3

39VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)∫ About the digital red-eye correctionWhen the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) selected

VQT1W264Before Use∫ About the battery pack•Do not heat or expose to flame.•Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight f

VQT1W2640Advanced (Recording pictures)• In [HIGH SENS.] (P50) in Scene mode, the ISO sensitivity automatically switches to between [ISO1600] and [ISO6

41VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: ·nTaking Close-up Pictures This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when ta

VQT1W2642Advanced (Recording pictures)• Macro mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and

43VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: ·¿nCompensating the ExposureUse this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to th

VQT1W2644Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: ·¿Taking Pictures using Auto BracketIn this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selec

45VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: ¿Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene mode)When you select a Scene mode to ma

VQT1W2646Advanced (Recording pictures)In [SCENE MODE], you can select the Scene mode each time you make a recording.1 In step 2, select [SCENE MODE] a

47VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Subject can be recorded either slim or stretched, and at the same time, skin can be recorded smoothly.1 Press 3/

VQT1W2648Advanced (Recording pictures)Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events.Note• This mode is suitable

49VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take

5VQT1W26Before Use∫ Care of the camera•Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping or hitting it. Do not subject to strong pressure.The camer

VQT1W2650Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• The age and name can be printed out using the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied).•

51VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment.∫ Picture size and aspect ratio1Press

VQT1W2652Advanced (Recording pictures)This allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject.∫ Setting the shutter speedSelect a shu

53VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)This allows you to take pictures that show the snow as white as possible at a ski resort or a snow-covered mount

VQT1W2654Advanced (Recording pictures)Picture is taken with a grainy texture as though blasted with sand.∫ Picture size and aspect ratio1 Press 3/4 to

55VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)[REC] mode: nAdvanced (Recording pictures)Motion Picture Mode•When you set the recording quality to [ ] or [ ],

VQT1W2656Advanced (Recording pictures)Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.Note• The f

57VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)∫ Canceling the travel dateThe travel date is automatically canceled if the current date is after the return dat

VQT1W2658Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• The travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set. If you s

59VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• Return the setting to [HOME] when the vacation is finished by performing steps 1, 2 and 3.•If [HOME] is al

VQT1W266ContentsBefore UseInformation for Your Safety...2Quick Guide...8Standard Access

VQT1W2660Advanced (Recording pictures)∫ When the aspect ratio is [Y].∫ When the aspect ratio is [W].Note• “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical

61VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing. (P101)For details on [R

VQT1W2662Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• When setting to [AUTO], the ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted to a maximum of [ISO400] according t

63VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Setting the white balance manually 1 Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET].2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white p

VQT1W2664Advanced (Recording pictures)Note• The camera is focusing on all the AF areas when multiple AF areas (max. 11 areas) light at the same time i

65VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)•If it fails to lock, AF area will flash in red, and disappear. Press 4 again.•AF Tracking will not operate when

VQT1W2666Advanced (Recording pictures)For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P19.This can enlarge subjects even more than the optical zoom

67VQT1W26Advanced (Recording pictures)Note•The Stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases.– When there is a lot of jitter.– When

VQT1W2668Advanced (Playback)[PLAYBACK] mode: ¸Advanced (Playback)Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show)You can play back the pictures you have

69VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)∫ Operations performed during slide showThe cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1.•The menu screen is re

7VQT1W26• [FILM GRAIN]...54• [PHOTO FRAME]...54Motion Picture Mode...55Use

VQT1W2670Advanced (Playback)[PLAYBACK] mode: ¸Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY])This mode allows you to search

71VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)You can play back the pictures you have set as [FAVORITE] (P78) (Only when [FAVORITE] is set to [ON] and there are picture

VQT1W2672Advanced (Playback)[PLAYBACK] mode: ¸Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menuYou can use various functions in Playback mode to rotate pictures, set pro

73VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (

VQT1W2674Advanced (Playback)[MULTI] setting1 In step 4, delete all the texts, select [EXIT], and press [MENU/SET].2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu

75VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)[TRAVEL DATE]If this is set to [ON], [TRAVEL DATE] is stamped on the pictures.[TITLE]Text is printed together with the ima

VQT1W2676Advanced (Playback)Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.¢¢The menu screen is automaticall

77VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)Press [MENU/SET].Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.• Press [MENU/SE

VQT1W2678Advanced (Playback)Note• When you play back pictures on a PC, they cannot be displayed in the rotated direction unless the OS or software is

79VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of e

VQT1W268Before UseBefore UseQuick GuideThis is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to

VQT1W2680Advanced (Playback)∫ To print the dateAfter setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISPLAY].•

81VQT1W26Advanced (Playback)Note•The protect setting may not be effective on other equipment.•Even if you protect pictures in the built-in memory or a

VQT1W2682Connecting to other equipmentConnecting to other equipmentConnecting to a PCYou can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camer

83VQT1W26Connecting to other equipmentUsing a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to a

VQT1W2684Connecting to other equipmentPrinting the PicturesIf you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures t

85VQT1W26Connecting to other equipment¢ Only when [FAVORITE] is at [ON] and when there are pictures set as favorites. (P78)Selecting a single picture

VQT1W2686Connecting to other equipmentSelect and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in

87VQT1W26Connecting to other equipment•Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.•An item cannot be selected if the printer does

VQT1W2688Connecting to other equipment[PLAYBACK] mode: ¸Playing Back Pictures on a TV ScreenPreparations:Set the [TVASPECT]. (P24)Turn this unit and t

89VQT1W26OthersOthersScreen Display∫ In recordingRecording in normal picture mode [!] (Initial setting)1 Recording mode2 Flash mode (P38)3 AF area (P3

9VQT1W26Before UseStandard AccessoriesCheck that all the accessories are included before using the camera.1Battery Pack(Indicated as battery in the te

VQT1W2690Others∫ In playback1 Playback mode (P33)2 Protected picture (P80)3 Favorites (P78)4 Stamped with text indication (P74)5 Picture size (P59)Mot

91VQT1W26Others•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.•If the

VQT1W2692OthersThe battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place insi

93VQT1W26OthersPersonal information is included in the recorded image when the name or birthday is set in [BABY1]/[BABY2] in Scene mode.Disclaimer•Inf

VQT1W2694OthersMessage DisplayConfirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases.The major messages are described b

95VQT1W26Others[MEMORY CARD ERRORFORMAT THIS CARD?]•This card has a format which is not recognized by the camera.> Format the card again with the c

VQT1W2696OthersTroubleshootingFirst, try out the following procedures (P96–102).• The battery is not inserted correctly. (P14)• The battery is exhaust

97VQT1W26Others•The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens.> If the lens is dirty, turn on the camera, eject the

VQT1W2698Others• Depending on the type of the card, recording may stop in the middle.> When you set the recording quality to [ ] or [ ], we recomme

99VQT1W26Others•This is not a malfunction.These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.•In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightnes