Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Lx3 Operating Instructions

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[REC] mode: 
Taking pictures in Custom mode
You can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the 
picture-taking conditions.
Initial setting of the program AE mode is registered as the custom settings initially.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].
A Display custom settings•When set to [ ]
>You can take pictures with the custom settings registered in 
the [ ]. ([ ] is displayed on the screen)
When set to [ ]
> To steps  3 and 4 
Press  3/4 to select the custom settings you want 
to use, and then press [MENU/SET].
In [ ], press [DISPLAY] to display the settings for each menu 
item. (Press  2/1  to change between screens, and press 
[DISPLAY] to return to the selection screen.
Only the main menu items are displayed.
Press [MENU/SET] to enter the settings.
Saving of the selected custom settings is 
displayed on the screen.
∫ When changing the menu settings
Even if the menu settings are change d temporarily with [ ], [ ], [ ] or 
[ ] selected, what has been registered will remain unchanged.
To change what has been registered, overwrit e the registered data using [CUST. SET 
MEM.]  (P60) on the setup menu.
Note

You cannot register the settings of the following menu items as a custom mode. If they are 
changed, other recording modes will also be affected.
–[CLOCK SET], [TRAVEL DATE], [SCENE MENU], [RESET] and [NO.RESET] in the [SETUP] 
menu
–[BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] birthday and name settings in scene mode
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[REC] mode: ¿
Taking pictures that match the scene being 
recorded
 ( : Scene mode)
When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera 
sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Set the mode dial to  [ ¿].
Press 3/ 4/2/1 to select the scene mode.
You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating 
the zoom lever.
Press [MENU/SET] to set.
The menu screen is switched to the recording screen in the 
selected scene mode.
∫About the information   
If you press [DISPLAY] when selecting a scene mode in step 3, 
explanations about each scene mode are displayed. (If you press 
[DISPLAY] again, the screen returns to the scene mode menu.)
Note
To change the scene mode, press [MENU/SET] and then press  1, and return to step 3 above.Refer to  P49 for information about the shutter speed.The scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the scene mode is changed.When you take a picture with a scene mode that is not adequate for the purpose, the hue of the 
picture may differ from the actual scene.
The following items cannot be set in scene mode because the camera automatically adjusts 
them to the optimal setting.
–[INTELLIGENT ISO]/[SENSITIVITY]/[ISO LIMIT SET]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[MULTI. EXPO.]/
[METERING MODE]/[FILM MODE]/[MIN. SHTR SPEED]
[I.EXPOSURE] is activated automatica lly in the following scene modes.–[PORTRAIT]/[SOFT SKIN]/[SELF PORTRAIT]/[SCENERY]/[SPORTS]/[NIGHT PORTRAIT]/
[PARTY]/[CANDLE LIGHT]/[BABY1]/[BABY2]/[SUNSET]/[HIGH SENS.]
When taking pictures of people outdoors during  the daytime, this mode allows you to 
improve the appearance of the  persons concerned and make their skin tones look 
healthier.
∫ Technique for Portrait mode
To make this mode more effective:
1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele.
* [PORTRAIT]
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2Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.
Note

The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
When taking pictures of people outdoors during  the daytime, this mode enables the texture 
of their skin to appear even softer than with [PORTRAIT]. (It is effective when taking 
pictures of people from the chest up.)
∫ Technique for Soft skin mode
To make this mode more effective:
1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele.
2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.
Note

If a part of the background etc. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed.This mode may not be effective when there is insufficient brightness.The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
Select this to take pictures of yourself.
∫Technique for Self portrait mode

Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self-timer indicator 
lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold 
the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
The subject is not focused when the self-timer indicator is 
blinking. Make sure to press the shutter button halfway again to 
focus.
The recorded picture automatically appears on the LCD monitor 
for reviewing.
If the picture is blurry due to the slow shutter speed, we 
recommend using the 2 second self-timer.
Note
The focus range is about 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 70 cm (2.29 feet).You can take a picture of yourself with audio  (P88). If you do this, the self-timer indicator will 
light up while recording the audio.
The zoom magnification is automatically moved to Wide (1 k).The self-timer can only be set to off or 2 seconds. If it is set to 2 seconds, this setting will 
remain until the camera is turned off, the scene mode is changed or [REC] mode or 
[PLAYBACK] mode is selected.
The stabilizer function mode is fixed to [MODE2].  (P87)The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].
This allows you to take pi ctures of a wide landscape.
Note

The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to  ¶.
+ [SOFT SKIN]
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Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events.
Note

This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or more.[INTELLIGENT ISO] is activated, and maxi mum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO800].
This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫ Technique for Night portrait mode

Open the flash  (the flash setting will be [ ], indicating a compulsory flash).Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for 
taking pictures.
Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture.We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1 k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from 
the subject when taking a picture.
Note
The focus range is 0.8 m (2.62 feet) (Wide)/1.2 m (3.94 feet) (Tele) to 5 m (16.4 feet).The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal 
processing. This is not a malfunction.
Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
This allows you to take vivid pictures of the nightscape.
∫Technique for Night scenery mode

When the camera is set to [STABILIZER] and there is very little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is set 
to [OFF], shutter speed may slow down up to 8 seconds. We recommend using the tripod and 
the self-timer for taking picture. 
Note
The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to  ¶.The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal 
processing. This is not a malfunction.
Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.
This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by 
the ambient light in restaurants etc.
Note

The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
- [SPORTS]
. [NIGHT PORTRAIT]
/ [NIGHT SCENERY]
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Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. 
This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫ Technique for Party mode

Use the flash. (You can set to [ ] or [ ].)We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1 k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from 
the subject when taking pictures.
Note
The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
This mode allows you to take pi ctures with a candle-lit atmosphere.
∫ Technique for Candle light mode

This is more effective when taking pictures without using the flash.We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.
Note
The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode.The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light 
from it is weaker than usual.
It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can 
select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the 
recorded image using [TEXT STAMP]  (P99).
∫ Birthday/Name setting
1 Press  3/4 to select [AGE] or [NAME] and then press  1.
2 Press  3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
3 Enter the birthday or name.
Birthday:
2/1: Select the items (year/month/day).
3/ 4: Setting.
[MENU/SET]: Exit.
Name: For details on how to enter characters, read the [TITLE EDIT] section on  P98.

When the birthday or name is set, [AGE] or [NAME] is automatically set to [ON].If [ON] is selected when the birthday or name has not been registered, the setting screen 
appears automatically.
4 Press [MENU/SET] to finish.
∫ To cancel [AGE] and [NAME]
Select the [OFF] setting in step 
2 of the “Birthday/Name setting” procedure.
Note

The age and name can be printed out using the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer-” bundled software 
on the CD-ROM (supplied).
If [AGE] or [NAME] is set to [OFF] even when the birthday or name has been set, the age or 
name will not be displayed. Before taking pictures, set [AGE] or [NAME] to [ON].
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3 [CANDLE LIGHT]
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The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
[INTELLIGENT ISO] is activated, and maxi mum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO400].If the camera is turned on with [BABY1]/[BABY2] set, the age and name are displayed at the 
lower left of the screen for about 5 seconds, along with the current date and time.
If the age is not properly displayed, check the clock and birthday settings.If the quality is set to [ ], [ ] or [ ] and pi ctures are taken, the name is not registered 
on the pictures.
The birthday setting and name setting can be reset with [RESET].The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].
Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat.
You can set your pet’s birthday and name. You c an select to have these appear at the time 
of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP]  (P99).
For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on  P65.
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The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF].[INTELLIGENT ISO] is activated, and maxi mum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO800].The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ ].Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] for other information about this mode.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
Select this when you want to take pictures of  sunset view. This allows you to take vivid 
pictures of the red color of the sun.
This mode minimizes the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these 
subjects in dimly lit rooms. (Select this fo r high-sensitivity processing. The sensitivity 
automatically switches to between [ISO1600] and [ISO6400].)

3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.
Note
[QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [ ›].You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10 k15 cm printing.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
This is a convenient mode for shooting  rapid movement or a decisive moment.
Still pictures are taken cont inuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.
3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.
í [PET]
ï [SUNSET]
9 [HIGH SENS.]
ô [HI-SPEED BURST]
Maximum Burst speed approx. 6 pictures/second (built-in memory)
Number of recordable 
picturesapprox. 35 (built-in memory)/approx. 35 to 100¢ (card)
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The burst speed changes according to the recording conditions.The number of burst recording pictures are limited by the picture-taking conditions and the type 
and/or status of the card used.
The number of burst recording pictures increase immediately after formatting.
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[QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [ ›].You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10 k15 cm printing.The shutter speed becomes 1/8th of a second to 1/2000th of a second.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
The focus, zoom, exposure, white balance, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are fixed to the 
settings for the first picture.
The ISO sensitivity automatically switches to between [ISO500] and [ISO800]. However, the 
ISO sensitivity is increased to make the shutter speed become high-speed.
Still pictures are taken continuously with flash.  It is convenient to take continuous still 
pictures in dark places.

Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.
The burst speed changes according to the recording conditions.3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.
Note
[QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [ ›].You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10 k15 cm printing.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm 
(0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
The focus, zoom, exposure, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, and flash level are fixed to the 
settings for the first picture.
[INTELLIGENT ISO] is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO3200].See the Note on  P49 when using the flash.
This allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject.
∫Setting the shutter speed
Select a shutter speed of [15 SEC.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.].
1 Press  3/4 to select the number of seconds and then 
press [MENU/SET].

It is also possible to change the number of seconds using the 
quick menu.  (P23)
 [FLASH BURST]
Number of recordable 
pictures max. 5 pictures (while pressing the shutter)
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2 Take pictures.Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do 
not move the camera after this screen is displayed. When 
countdown finishes, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same 
length of time as the set shutter speed for signal processing.
Press [MENU/SET] to stop taking the picture while the countdown 
screen is displayed.
∫Technique for Starry sky mode
The shutter opens for 15, 30 or 60 seconds. Be sure to use a tripod. We also recommend 
taking pictures with the self-timer.
Note
The optical image stabilizer function is fixed to [OFF].ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky.
∫ Technique for Fireworks mode

Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod.
Note
This mode is most effective when the subject is 10 m (32.8 feet) or more away.The shutter speed becomes the following.–Image stabiliser function [OFF]: 2 seconds–When [AUTO], [MODE1] or [MODE2] is set on the optical image stabilizer function: 1/4th of a 
second or 2 seconds (The shutter speed becomes 2 seconds only when the camera has 
determined that there is little jitter such as when using a tripod etc.)
–You can change the shutter speed by compensating the exposure.The AF area is not displayed.ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue color of the sea, sky etc. It also 
prevents under exposure of  people under strong sunlight.
Note

The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [ š].Do not touch the camera with wet hands.Sand or seawater will cause the camera to malfunct ion. Make sure that sand or seawater does 
not get into the lens or the terminals.
Problems caused by sand or seawater are not covered by the product warranty.
This allows you to take pictures that show t he snow as white as possible at a ski resort or 
a snow-covered mountain.
This mode allows you to take pictures through an airplane window.
4 [FIREWORKS]
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∫Technique for Aerial photo mode
We recommend using this technique if it is difficult to focus when taking pictures of clouds etc. 
Aim the camera at something with high contrast, press the shutter button halfway to fix the 
focus and then aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully to take the 
picture.
Note
The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to  ¶.Turn the camera off when taking off or landing.When using the camera, follow all instructions from the cabin crew.Be careful about the reflection from the window.
Picture is taken darker and with soft focus around the subjects. 

3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.
Note
[QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [ ›].You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10 k15 cm printing.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm 
(0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm (0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
Face detection may not operate normally in the dark areas around the edges of the screen.
Picture is taken with a grainy  texture as though blasted with sand.

3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size.
Note
[QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [ ›].You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10 k15 cm printing.The focus range becomes the same as AF macro mode. [1 cm 
(0.04 feet) (Wide)/30 cm (0.99 feet) (Tele) to  ¶]
ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO1600].
 [PIN HOLE]
 [FILM GRAIN]
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[REC] mode: n
Advanced (Recording pictures)Motion Picture Mode
When you set the picture quality to [ ], [ ] or [ ], we recommend using a high-speed 
card with “10MB/s” or greater displayed on the package.
Press [MENU/SET].
Press 3/4 to select [PICTURE MODE] and then 
press 1.
Press 3/ 4 to select the item and then press 
[MENU/SET]. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [ !].
Select the aspect ratio using the 
aspect ratio selector switch.
You cannot record motion picture in [3:2].
Set the mode dial to  [ n].
Press the shutter button halfway to focus 
and then press it fully to start recording.
A Audio recordingThe available recording time B is displayed on the top 
right and the elapsed recording time  C is displayed on 
the bottom right of the screen.
After pressing the shutter button fully, release it straight 
away. If the button is held down, the sound will not be 
recorded for a few seconds when recording starts.
When the subject is focused, the focus indication 
lights.
The focus and zoom are fixed to the setting when 
recording starts (the first frame).
The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the 
built-in microphone on this unit. (Motion pictures 
cannot be recorded without audio.)
Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.
If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera 
stops recording automatically.
Changing the settings for the aspect ratio and the picture quality
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