Panasonic DMC-LZ40 Leaflet

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Basic Owner’s Manual
Digital Camera
Model No. 
DMC-LZ40
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual 
for future use.
More detailed owner’s manual are available in “Owner’s Manual for 
advanced features (PDF format)”. To read it, download it from the 
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/dsc/oi/index.html?model=
DMC-LZ40&dest=P
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If you have any questions, visit: 
USA and Puerto Rico : www.panasonic.com/support
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Panasonic Corporation of North America
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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 on the 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.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital 
Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in this 
Owner’s Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for 
purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose 
of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.
∫ Product identification marking
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you 
have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information 
on how to recycle this battery.
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.
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
Location
Digital Camera
Bottom
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
∫ About the AC adaptor (supplied)
∫ About the battery pack
Do not heat or expose to flame.
Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with 
doors and windows closed.
Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine 
Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).
Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCM13PP).
If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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 may adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, 
turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. 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 affected.
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 guarantee that interference will not occur in a 
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation 
instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting 
to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Panasonic
Model No.:
DMC-LZ40
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America 
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 110 V and 240 V.
But
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.
When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to 
suit the AC outlet configuration.
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 (i and j) 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 
thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse 
eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type 
recommended by the manufacturer.
When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask 
for the correct method of disposal.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC (140 oF) or incinerate.
Cautions for Use
DMC-LZ40
Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the 
outlet.
Do not press the monitor with excessive force.
Do not press the lens with excessive force.
Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals.
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the camera for a long period of time.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the 
camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may 
cause it to malfunction.
Always use the supplied cords and cables.
Do not extend the cords or the cables.
During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this 
unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). 
Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost due to electromagnetic 
waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing 
important data on a PC etc.
Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to 
ensure proper operation.
The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
Charge the battery only when it is inserted in the camera.
Do not remove or damage the external label on the battery.
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. If the temperature is too high or too 
low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug 
or near the batteries.
Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended 
temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH]
Do not store the battery for a long time while fully charged. When storing the battery for 
a long period of time, we recommend charging it once a year. Remove the battery from the 
camera and store it again after it has completely discharged.
-If you see this symbol-
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of January 2014. These may be subject to change.
If accessories are lost, customers can visit us at www.panasonic.com/support for further 
information about obtaining replacement parts.
Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Standard Accessories
Battery Pack (DMW-BCM13PP)
Lens Cap/Lens Cap String (VYQ8537)
USB Connection Cable (K1HY08YY0037)
AC Adaptor (VSK0768)
Shoulder Strap (VFC4903)
∫ Optional Accessories
Battery Pack:
DMW-BCM13
USB Connection Cable:
DMW-USBC1
AV Cable:
DMW-AVC1
Names of Main Parts
Motion picture button
Shutter button
Zoom lever
Self-timer indicator/
AF Assist Lamp
Lens
Flash
Lens barrel
Microphone
[
] (Flash open) button
Speaker
Shoulder strap eyelet
Camera [ON/OFF] button
Mode dial


∫ Attaching the Lens Cap
∫ Attaching the Shoulder Strap
When charging is complete, the charging lamp will go off - then you may disconnect 
the camera from the power outlet or computer.
Monitor
[DISP.] button
[EXPOSURE] button
[(] (Playback) button
Charging lamp
[Q.MENU] button/
[
] (Delete/Cancel) button
Cursor buttons
3(È)/4(#)/2(ë)/1()
[MENU/SET] button
Tripod mount
Card/Battery door
Release lever
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
Preparations
SD Memory Card (optional)
The following cards, which conform to the SD standard, can be used with this unit.
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)
SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)
Charging time
Approx. 210 min
Tips for taking good pictures
Hold the camera gently with 
both hands, keep your arms 
still at your side and stand 
with your feet slightly apart.
Be careful not to put your 
fingers on the flash, AF Assist 
Lamp 
A, microphone B
speaker or lens etc.
Tripod mount
A tripod with a screw length of 
5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or more may 
damage this unit if attached.
To power 
outlet
Battery Pack
AC Adaptor
Charging lamp
USB 
Connection 
Cable
until 
2014/2/7
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