Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs20 Basic Owners Manual

VQT4B72
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Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-ZS20
DMC-ZS19
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, 
please read the instructions completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation of 
this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual 
for advanced features (PDF format)” in the 
supplied disc. Install it on your PC to read it.
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For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, 
contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 

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Dear Customer,  
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products 
on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your 
family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. 
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. 
Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information 
source.
Date of PurchaseDealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchased FromModel...

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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. •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...

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FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no...

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 ■About the battery pack
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
 • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. • Do not touch the plug terminals (+ and −) with metal objects. • Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, 
wash it off...

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 ■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.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110V and 240V.
But
 • In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 
120V AC power supply only

.
 • When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug...

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 ■Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. • 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...

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Contents
Information for Your Safety .......3
Before use
 ...................................9
Standard accessories
 ..............10
Names and Functions of  
Main Parts
 ................................. 11
Touch operations
 ......................12
Inserting and removing the  
card (optional)/the battery
 .......13
Charging the battery
 ................14
Setting the clock
 .......................15
Setting the menu
 ......................17
Taking pictures...

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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...

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Standard accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part 
numbers are as of January 2012.
Battery pack
DMW-BCG10PP
 • Charge the battery before use.
Battery pack is indicated as 
battery pack or battery in the 
text.
AC adaptor
VSK0768
Hand strap
VFC4297
USB connection 
cable
K1HY08YY0025
DMC-ZS20DVD
VFF0974
 • Software: Use it to install the software 
on your PC.
 • Map data • Owner’s Manual for advanced features
DVD is indicated as disc in 
the...