GPS and map functions
DMC-ZS30
Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture
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[GPS Setting]
When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the camera periodically receives radio signals from the GPS
satellites and executes positioning. When positioning is executed successfully, the place
name and position (latitude and longitude) information are recorded in still pictures and
motion pictures (excluding certain picture quality settings
(→161)
).
•If you select automatic time adjustment using the GPS function when you set the clock
of this camera for the first time, [GPS Setting] is set to [ON].
Select [GPS Setting] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET]
Use cursor button to select [ON] and press [MENU/SET]
•A message appears on the screen. After confirming the message, press
[MENU/SET].
[GPS Setting]
Description
[ON]
The camera periodically executes positioning. Even if the camera is
turned off, positioning will be continued. (Positioning will stop after a
certain period of time has elapsed.)
[OFF]
The GPS function is set to OFF.
[INFO]
You can check the current reception status.
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About operations during positioning
The GPS status indicator lights up while positioning
is being executed and the GPS reception icon
appears on the screen.
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GPS status
indicator
Built-in GPS antenna
