2 3Use the NFC function to connect• If [ ] does not appear on the smartphone, the NFC function isdisabled. Refer to the instruction manual of your smartphone andfollow the steps indicated to enable the NFC function.• This function can be used on Android (OS version 2.3.3 or later)devices that support NFC. (Some devices may not be compatible.)1 Start “Image App” on your smartphone2 While [ ] is displayed on the connection screenof “Image App”, hold the smartphone close to thecameraHold the smartphone close to this area(within 5 mm (0.20 inch))3 When a message confirming connection to thesmartphone is displayed on the camera, select[Yes] and press [MENU/SET]4 Hold the smartphone close to the camera again• Steps 3 and 4 are not necessary whenreconnecting.Read a QR code to connect1 Press and hold the [Wi-Fi] button on the camera[Wi-Fi] connection lamp (lights blue)PasswordQR codeSSID2 Start “Image App” on the smartphone3 Select [QR code] on the “Image App” screen4 Read the QR code displayed on the camera instep 1 with “Image App” on the smartphoneConnecting to your smartphone (continued) Using the camera with a smartphoneIf you are using an Android™ device■You can also connect by manually enteringthe password.After performing step 1 above:Start “Image App” on the smartphoneSelect [Wi-Fi] on the “Image App” screenSelect the SSID displayed on the camera in step 1Enter the password displayed on the camera instep 1 (First time connection only)• It is not necessary to enter the password when reconnecting.If you check the item to display the password, you can confirmthe password as you enter it.Saving pictures in the camera to yoursmartphone■Playing back and saving pictures remotely1 Start “Image App” on the smartphone2 Select [ ] on the “Image App” screenThe images captured by the camera are displayed on the smartphone.3 Press and hold a picture and drag it to save it onthe smartphoneThe picture is saved on the smartphone.Switch thelocation of thepictures to bedisplayed• It is not possible to save pictures in RAW file format or AVCHD motionpictures.• 3D still pictures (MPO format) are saved as 2D still pictures (JPEG).■Use the NFC function to save picturesIf you are using an iOS device (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad),the NFC function is not supported.1 Play back pictures on the camera2 Start “Image App” on your smartphone3 While [ ] is displayed on the connectionscreen of “Image App”, hold the smartphoneclose to the cameraHold the smartphone close to this area(within 5 mm (0.20 inch))• After connecting to the smartphone with the NFC function,pictures are saved via a Wi-Fi connection.• To select and save multiple pictures, see “Playing back andsaving pictures remotely” above.Operating the camera remotely■Recording pictures remotely1 Start “Image App” on the smartphone2 Select [ ] on the “Image App” screenYou can operate the zoom and press the shutter just like using aremote control.• When you use zoom, the camera may tilt as the lens barrel extends.Make sure to secure the camera in place with a tripod or by othermeans.■Playing back pictures remotely1 Start “Image App” on the smartphone2 Select [ ] on the “Image App” screenThe images captured by the camera are displayed on thesmartphone.Closing the connectionAfter use, close the connection between the camera and smartphone.1 Press [Q.MENU/ ] button on the camera, select[Yes] on the confirmation screen, and press[MENU/SET]2 iOS From the “Image App” screen, pressthe home button on the smartphone toclose the appAndroid From the “Image App” screen, press theback button on the smartphone twice toclose the app■About the NFC function• You can still connect to the smartphone even if the camera is turnedoff. The camera lens may come out when the camera is turned onafter making connection. Be careful that vibration does not cause thecamera to drop.Is your device equipped with an NFC function?Yes NoGuide to support siteFind the latest information at our support site.http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available inEnglish only.)