Panasonic Dmc Fz70 Owners Manual

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When in use
 ●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●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 af

fected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly , turn 
this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (optional). 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 af

fected.
 ●Do not extend the supplied cord or cable. ●Do not allow camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (can cause surface 
damage or coating to peel).
 ●Never leave the camera and the battery in a car or on a car hood in the summer . 
It may cause leakage of the battery electrolyte, a generation of heat, and may cause a fire and the 
battery to burst due to the high temperature.
Caring for your camera
Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler , or disconnect the power plug from 
the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth.
 ●Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth. ●Do not use benzine, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the outer casing 
and finish of the camera.
 ●If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully .    
						

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When not using for a while
 ●Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. ●If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned of f. If the 
battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable 
even if charged.
 ●Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ●Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer , etc. Store batteries in cool (15   °C 
to 25   °C (59   °F to 77   °F)) places with low humidity (40%RH to 60%RH) and no major temperature 
changes.
 ●Charge battery once per year and use completely before storing again.
Memory cards/Data
 ●About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling.  Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suf
fered due to loss of recorded data.
 • Pictures recorded or edited using this unit may not be played back properly or the selected effect may not be reflected in these pictures when you use other devices. Similarly , pictures that were 
recorded using other devices may not be played back properly or may not be able to use the 
functions of this unit.
 ●To prevent damage to cards and data • A void high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity .
 • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch terminals on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ●When disposing of/transferring memory cards • If using the “format” or “delete” functions on your camera or computer, this only changes the file 
management information, and does not completely delete the data from within the memory card. 
When disposing of or transferring your memory cards, we recommend physically destroying the 
memory card itself, or using commercially available computer data erasing software to completely 
delete the data from the card. Data within memory cards should be managed responsibly .
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder
 ●Do not press hard on the LCD monitor. This may cause uneven display and damage the monitor.  ●In cold climates or other situations when the camera becomes cold, the LCD monitor or the 
viewfinder may appear slightly darker than normal immediately after the camera is turned on. 
Normal brightness will return once the internal components have warmed up.
The LCD monitor and viewfinder are made with extremely high precision technology. However 
there may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen.  This is not a 
malfunction. The LCD monitor and viewfinder screens are controlled with extremely high precision 
(greater than 99.99%), but some pixels (under 0.01%) may be inactive.  The spots will not be 
recorded on pictures on the built-in memory or a card.    
						

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About charging the battery
 ●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes 
longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time.
 ●Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter . ●Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. ●Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.   
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat 
generated.
 ●Frequently charging up battery is not recommended. 
(Frequently charging battery reduces maximum usage time and can cause battery to expand.)
 ●If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan. Please 
purchase a new battery.
 ●When charging: • Wipe dirt from the battery terminal with a dry cloth. • Keep at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from 

AM radio (may cause radio interference).
 ●Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially connectors), e.g. by dropping (can cause 
faults).
Charger
 ●Depending on the environment while charging, the charging light may flicker due to static electricity 
or electromagnetic radiation, etc. This has no effect on charging.
 ●Keep at least 1 m (3.3 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference). ●The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used.  This is not a malfunction. ●After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. (A  very small 
amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.)
Lens
 ●Do not press the lens with excessive force. ●Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to 
malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
 ●Do not leave the lens exposed to direct sunlight. ●When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may be 
affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures.
 ●Retract the lens when carrying the camera.
When using a tripod or unipod
 ●Do not apply excessive force or tighten screws when they are crooked. (This may damage the 
camera, screw hole, or label.)
 ●Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Refer to the tripod instructions.) ●You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.    
						

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About 3D viewing
 ●Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid 
viewing 3D pictures.
 • V
iewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual.
 ●If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop viewing at once. • Continuing to view may cause illness. • After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately
 .
 ●When viewing 3D pictures, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes. • Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue.
 ●Short-sighted or long-sighted persons, those with differences in the sight of their right and left eyes, 
and those with astigmatism are advised to correct their vision by wearing glasses etc.  
Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double image while viewing 3D pictures.
 • There are dif

ferences in the way that different people experience 3D pictures. Please correct your 
sight appropriately before viewing 3D pictures.
 • Y

ou can change the 3D setting of your television or 3D output setting of the unit to 2D.
Personal Information
If names or birthdays are set in [Baby] Mode or in the [Face Recog.] function, keep in mind that the 
camera and recorded pictures will contain personal information.
 ●Disclaimer • Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. 
Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the 
alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
 ●When ordering repairs or transferring/disposing of the camera • T o protect your personal information, please reset the settings.  (→70)
 • If any pictures are contained in the built-in memory

, copy (→182) them to a memory card if 
necessary, and then format (→73) the built-in memory.
 • Remove the memory card from the camera. • When ordering repairs, the built-in memory and other settings may be returned to the initial  purchase state.
 • If the above operations cannot be performed because of a camera malfunction, consult with the dealer or nearest Service Center

.
 ●When transferring or disposing of your memory card, see “When disposing of/transferring 
memory cards” in the previous section (→222).
 ●Uploading pictures to Web services • Pictures may contain personal information that can be used to identify the user, such as titles, recording dates and times, and location information. Before uploading the pictures to W eb 
services, check the pictures carefully for information that should not be disclosed.    
						

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 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
 • HDMI, 
the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface 
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing 
LLC in the United States and other countries.
 • HDA

VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
 • “A

VCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic 
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
 • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.
 • Windows and Windows V

ista are either registered trademarks 
or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States 
and/or other countries.
 • iMovie, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of 

Apple Inc., 
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
 • QuickT

ime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license 
therefrom.
 • This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation.  DynaFont is a registered trademark of DynaComware 

Taiwan 
Inc.
 • Other names, company names, and product names mentioned  in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
the companies concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial 
use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or 
(ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial 
activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide  AVC Video. No license is 
granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG 
LA, LLC. 
See http://www.mpegla.com.    
						

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This product incorporates the following software:
(1)  
the software developed independ
 ently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2)
  
the software owned by third party
  and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, and/or
(3)
  
open source software
The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,   
but WITHOUT

 ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of 
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 
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