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[Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. P53
[Version Disp.]It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the 
camera.
P54
[Exposure Comp. Reset]An exposure value can be reset when the Recording Mode 
is changed or the camera is turned off.
P54
[No.Reset]
Returns the image file number to 0001. P54
[Reset]The recording or setup/custom settings are reset to the 
default.
P54
[Reset Wi-Fi Settings]Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default 
settings.
(Excluding [LUMIX CLUB] )
P54
[Format]
The card is formatted. P31 
						

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This menu lets you set the Protection, Cropping or Print Settings, etc. of recorded pictures.
[Playback]
[Slide Show] Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back in order. P228
[Playback Mode]Selects the type etc. of the images and plays back only 
particular images. P230
[Location Logging]
You can write location information (longitude/latitude) on 
images sent from the smartphone. P231
[RAW Processing]You can convert the pictures taken in the RAW format into 
the JPEG format on the camera.
P232
[Title Edit]
Input texts (comments) on the recorded pictures. P235
[Text Stamp]Stamps the recorded pictures with recording date and time, 
names, travel destination, travel date, etc.
P236
[Video Divide]
Splits the recorded motion picture in two. P239
[Time Lapse Video]Creates a motion picture from a set of group pictures 
recorded with the [Time Lapse Shot].
P240
[Stop Motion Video]Creates a motion picture from the Stop Motion Animation 
group.
P240
[Resize]
Reduces the image size (number of pixels). P241
[Cropping]Crops the recorded image. P242
[Rotate]Rotate pictures manually in 90 o steps. P243
[Rotate Disp.]This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they 
were recorded holding the camera vertically.
P243
[Favorite]Marks can be added to images, and images can be set as 
favorites.
P244
[Print Set]
Sets the images for printing and the number of prints. P245
[Protect]Protects images to prevent deletion by mistake. P247
[Face Rec Edit]Removes or changes information relating to personal 
identity.
P248
[Picture Sort]Sets the display order of the images you play back on the 
camera.
P248
[Delete Confirmation]This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first 
when the confirmation screen for deleting a picture is 
displayed.
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Troubleshooting
First, try out the following procedures (P343 –P359) .
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The battery is exhausted. > Charge the battery.
•If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted.
> Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] etc.  (P51)
•Is the linked operation of VIERA Link enabled?
> If you are not using VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to [OFF].  (P53)
•Insert the battery securely all the way in. (P28)
•Is a Wi-Fi connection being used for a long period of time?
The battery can become flat quickly when connected to Wi-Fi.
> Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] etc.  (P51)
•Is the subject focused?
> Is [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] menu set to [FOCUS]?  (P149)
You cannot take a picture until the subject is brought into focus.
If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset]  (P54) on the 
[Setup] menu.
Battery and power source
The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on.
The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
This unit is turned off automatically.
The card/battery door does not close.
The battery becomes flat too quickly.
Recording
Taking pictures is not possible.
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•Picture might look whitish when lens gets dirty with fingerprints or similar.
> If the lens is dirty turn the camera off and then gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry 
cloth.
•Check that the exposure is correctly compensated.  (P159)•Is the AE Lock (P157) applied incorrectly?
•Cancel the following settings:–Burst/Auto Bracket/[ ] of the self-timer  (P166)–White Balance Bracket (P130)
•The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera.  (P60)•There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.  (P195)•Is [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] menu set to [RELEASE]?  (P149)
•Is [Shutter AF] in the [Custom] menu set to [OFF]? (P148)•Is the AF Lock (P157) applied incorrectly?
The recorded picture is whitish.
The recorded picture is too bright or dark.
Multiple pictures are taken at one time.
The subject is not focused properly. 
						

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•The shutter speed will become slower and the Optical Image Stabilizer function may not work 
properly when taking pictures especially in dark places.
> We recommend holding the camera firmly with both hands when taking pictures.  (P56)
> We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer  (P174) when taking pictures with a slow 
shutter speed.
•Is there any memory remaining on the card?
•Try the following: > Take pictures in bright places.
> Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P160)
> Increase the setting for [Noise Reduction] in [Photo Style] or lower the setting for each of 
the items other than [Noise Reduction].  (P123)
> Set the [Long Shtr NR]  to [ON].   (P136)
•Is the [Picture Size] (P131)  or the [Quality]  (P132)  set low?•Is the [Digital Zoom] set?  (P199)
The recorded picture is blurred.
The Optical Image Stabilizer is not effective.
Taking pictures using White Balance Bracket is not possible.
The recorded picture looks rough.
Noise appears on the picture.
Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and 
LED lighting fixture.
•
This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s 
pickup sensors.
This is not a malfunction.
•Are you taking pictures with the electronic shutter?  (P164)
> When using the electronic shutter, lowering the shutter speed may 
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•When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture, etc., increasing the shutter speed 
may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics 
of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
•When recording subjects in extremely bright lo cations or recording under fluorescent lighting, 
LED lighting fixture, mercury lamp, sodium lighting, etc., the colors and screen brightness may 
change or horizontal striping may appear on the screen.
•Set the AF area to the distinctive color of the subject if there is a part that is different from the 
surrounding color.  (P141)
 
•Is your finger covering up the speaker?  (P15)
•You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large 
capacity card.
The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual 
scene.
Subject cannot be locked.
(AF tracking not possible)
Operation sound is small.
Motion pictures
Recording motion pictures is not possible. 
						

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•Depending on the [Rec Format] and [Rec Quality]  of a motion picture, the speed class rating 
required for the card differs. Use a card that meets the rating. For details, refer to “About the 
motion picture recording and speed class
” on  P30 .•When a card with a slow data writing speed is used, motion picture recording may stop midway.
> If a card on which recording and deleting have been repeated many times or a card that 
has been formatted on a PC or other equipment is being used, we recommend that you 
make a backup of the data and format  (P31) the card on the unit.
•When recording a motion picture, the screen may go dark after a certain period to reduce 
battery consumption, but this will not affect the recorded motion picture.
•Depending on the environment at the time of motion picture recording, the screen may be 
blacked out momentarily or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or powerful 
electromagnetic waves (radio towers, high voltage power lines, etc.).
•This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors.
This is not a malfunction.
When a subject moves across the image very fast, the subject may appear slightly distorted.
•When noticeable flicker or striping is seen under lighting such as a fluorescent or LED lighting 
fixture, you can reduce the flicker or striping by setting up [Flkr Decrease] (P222)  and fixing the 
shutter speed. It is possible to select a shutter speed from [1/50], [1/60], [1/100], or [1/120].
You can set the shutter speed manually in the Creative Video Mode.  (P118)
•When recording in a quiet environment, the sound of aperture, focus or zoom operation may be 
recorded in motion pictures.
Focus operation can be set to [OFF] in [Continuous AF] (P214).
•While recording motion pictures, plugging the aperture of the microphone with a finger may 
reduce the level of audio recording or audio may not record at all. Also be careful because the 
operation sound of lenses can easily be recorded at this time.
Motion picture recording stops in the middle.
When recording a motion picture, the screen may go dark.
The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise.
Striping or flicker appears under lighting such as a fluorescent or LED lighting 
fixture.
The subject appears distorted.
In motion pictures, abnormal clicking and buzzing sounds are recorded.
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Since motion picture recording stops only after you press the motion picture button, the 
sound of the operation may be noticeable. If the sound bothers you, try the following:
> Divide the last part of the motion picture using [Video Divide]  (P239) in the [Playback] 
menu. 
The motion picture may not be divided near the very end of it. To avoid this, record 
approximately 3 seconds longer.
> Set the camera to Creative Video Mode, and use a shutter remote control (optional) to 
record motion pictures.  (P321)
•Is the flash closed?
> Open the flash.  (P201)
•When the electronic shutter is used, the flash is not activated.  (P164)
> Set [Shutter Type] to [AUTO] or [MSHTR].
•When [Silent Mode]  is set to  [ON] , the flash is not activated.  (P186)
> Set [Silent Mode] to [OFF].
•(Except for when [Firing Mode] in [Flash] is set to [MANUAL]) The flash is activated 2 times. 
The interval between the first and second flash is longer when Red-Eye Reduction  (P203) is 
set so the subject should not move until the second flash is activated.
An operation sound is recorded at the end of a motion picture.
Flash
The flash is not activated.
The flash is activated 2 times. 
						

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•If no operations are performed during the set time period, [Auto LVF/Monitor Off]  (P51) is 
activated, and the Monitor/Viewfinder turns off.
•When an object or your hand is positioned near the eye sensor, the Monitor display may switch 
to the Viewfinder display.  (P57)
•Check [Monitor Luminance] setting. (P50)•Perform [Monitor Display]/[Viewfinder].  (P49)
•This occurs due to the aperture of the lens changing when the shutter button is pressed 
halfway, or when the brightness of the subject changes. This is not a malfunction.
•Does the picture appear on the viewfinder?
> Press [LVF] to switch to monitor display.  (P57)
•Is the monitor switched off?
> Switch the display by pressing [DISP.].  (P64)
•It is only displayed on the monitor when the camera is connected to a PC or printer.
•This is not a malfunction.
These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.
•In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the monitor.
Monitor/Viewfinder
The Monitor/Viewfinder turns off although the camera is turned on.
The Monitor/Viewfinder is too bright or dark.
It may flicker for an instant or the brightness of the screen may change 
significantly for an instant.
The picture is not displayed on the monitor.
Monitor and viewfinder do not switch when [LVF] is pressed.
Black, white, red, blue and green dots appear on the Monitor/Viewfinder.
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•Viewfinder of this unit adopts OLED. Screen burn-in may occur on the screen/viewfinder when 
a same image is displayed for a long period of time, but it does not affect the recorded images.
•You can display the pictures without being rotated when [Rotate Disp.]  (P243) is set to [OFF].•You can rotate pictures with the [Rotate] function.  (P243)
•Is the card inserted?•Is there a picture on the card?
•Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC?
If it is, it cannot be played back by this unit.
> It is recommended to use the “ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” software in the DVD (supplied) to write 
pictures from PC to card.
•Has [Playback Mode] been set for playback?
> Change to [Normal Play].  (P230)
Unevenly bright parts or irregular colors appear on the Viewfinder.
Playback
The picture being played back is not rotated, or is rotated in an unexpected 
direction, when displayed.
The picture is not played back.
There are no recorded pictures.