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Toshiba PDR PDR-M70 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
PDR-M70
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI PDR-M70 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA...

  • Page 2: Instruction Manual

    In the space provided below, please record the model and Serial No. of your camera. Model No. PDR-M70 Please retain this information for future reference. To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-M70 Digital Still Camera safely and correctly, read this Instruction Manual carefully before you start using the camera.

  • Page 3: Attention

    Attention For customers in the U.S.A. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M70 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE FCC Statement 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.
  • Page 4 Attention (continued) CAUTION If you modify the camera in any way, without getting approval from Toshiba Corporation, your camera may violate FCC regulations. Violation of FCC regulations may cause the FCC to void your right to use the modified camera.

  • Page 5: Before Reading This Manual

    Before Reading This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-M70 Digital Still Camera. To ensure that you use this camera safely and correctly, read this Instruction Manual carefully before you start using the camera. Once you have finished reading this Instruction Manual, keep it handy at all times.

  • Page 6: The Function Map

    The Function Map There are various ways you can take photographs on the PDR-M70, by using the settings provided by the camera itself or by adjusting the settings to suit your particular photographic requirements. In addition to photographic functions, the PDR-M70 is provided with other handy functions. We suggest that you look at the function map below before you start using the PDR-M70.
  • Page 7 The Function Map (continued) Playing back your photographed images STEP1 – Let’s play back some images. (P. 80) STEP2 – Selecting the various ways to play back images. • Playing Back Movies (P. 81) • Enlarging Photographed Images (P. 85) •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface Attention ... 1 Before Reading This Manual ... 3 The Function Map ... 4 Contents ... 6 Safety Precautions ... 8 Indication definitions ... 8 Graphic symbol definitions ... 8 Exemption Clauses ... 8 Using Your Camera Correctly ... 14 Notes On Handling Your Camera ...
  • Page 9 Contents (continued) Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) ... 76 PREVIEW ... 77 COLOR ... 77 ISO ... 78 SHARPNESS ... 78 CONTRAST ... 78 DIGITAL ZOOM ... 79 LCD DISPLAY ... 79 ... 79 Playing Back Images Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback) ...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Graphic symbol definitions Graphic symbol Meaning Exemption Clauses • Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility in the case of damages arising from earthquakes, fire not liable to Toshiba Corporation, operating by third parties, other accidents, or use under abnormal conditions including erroneous or improper operation and other problems.
  • Page 11 Safety Precautions (continued) DANGER Do not heat, disassemble or throw the battery into fire or water. Doing might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. Do not strike the battery with a hammer, or step on, drop or subject the battery to strong impact.
  • Page 12 Safety Precautions (continued) WARNING Should you ever notice smoke, a strange odor or excessive heat coming from the camera, immediately turn OFF the power and remove the battery and AC adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock or burns. For details on repair, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical support number.
  • Page 13 Safety Precautions (continued) WARNING Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera. This might cause fire or electric shock. For details on repair and internal inspection, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical support number. Do not touch power or TV antenna cords during a thunderstorm.
  • Page 14 Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION If you want to use the camera on an airplane, consult with the airline and follow their instructions. Use of this camera is sometimes restricted due to potential radio interference. Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky or dusty places.
  • Page 15 Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION Do not look at the sun through the camera viewfinder. This may cause injury of the eyes. Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This might cause temporary damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not walk around with the camera swinging from the shoulder strap.

  • Page 16: Using Your Camera Correctly

    Using Your Camera Correctly Notes On Handling Your Camera When you use your camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 8 onwards and the notes described below. Avoid using or storing the camera in the following places: •...
  • Page 17 Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Carrying Out Maintenance on Your Camera • To prevent the lens, surface of the LCD monitor or viewfinder from being scratched, blow off any dust on these parts with a blower brush and lightly wipe with a soft dry cloth. •...

  • Page 18: Notes On Handling Batteries

    Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling Batteries The PDR-M70 camera uses a lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT2). (PDR-BT1 can also be used.) (This manual simply refers to this battery pack as the “battery”.) Other batteries cannot be used. When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 8 onwards and the notes described below.
  • Page 19 Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) • When the battery is not in use, be sure to remove it from the camera body or battery charger (sold separately). If the battery is left attached to the camera body or battery charger, a minute current will flow even if the power is turned OFF.

  • Page 20: Notes On Handling The Ac Adapter

    Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling the AC Adapter Be sure to use only the AC adapter provided with your camera. Using a different AC adapter might cause the camera to malfunction. When you use the AC adapter, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 8 onwards and the notes described below.

  • Page 21: Accessories

    Accessories Make sure that you have all of the items below before you start using your camera. Lithium-ion battery pack (1) (for U.S.A. and Canada) Shoulder strap (1) Strap attachment fitting SmartMedia™ Software application (16MB, 3.3V) (1) (CD-ROM) • Anti-static case (1) •...

  • Page 22: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Mode dial For enlarged view Shutter button Power switch Status display P. 23) Viewfinder window Lens Self-timer button P. 22) Adapter ring attachment - 20 - Image Quality button Flash button Flash Self-timer lamp Shoulder strap attachment Earphone jack terminal Flash control sensor Terminal cover...
  • Page 23 Names of Parts (continued) Diopter adjustment knob LCD monitor MENU button macro/info button Speaker Erase button MODE button Tripod mount Viewfinder LED Function button Viewfinder Battery cover - 21 - ENTER button Press the center of the button. (Use this button to fix a selection.) Press the side of the ENTER button with the proper to select options or change...

  • Page 24: Mode Dial

    Names of Parts (continued) Mode dial SET-UP mode ( P. 113) Sets basic camera settings (AUTO POWER OFF, SOUND, TIME & DATE, OSD LANGUAGE, VIDEO OUT, FRAME NUMBER, RESET). Voice recorder mode ( P. 110) Records and plays back only voice data.

  • Page 25: Status Display

    Names of Parts (continued) Status display This display indicates the camera’s status. You can verify the camera’s status even if the LCD monitor is not on. The text, numbers and icons that are displayed in the status display vary according to the setting. The status display backlight lights for about five seconds in the following instances: •...

  • Page 26: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Shoulder Strap This shoulder strap is handy for carrying your camera around. To prevent your camera from dropping during photography, hang the shoulder strap around your neck. Attach the shoulder strap attachment fitting onto the shoulder strap attachment on both ends.
  • Page 27 Attaching the Shoulder Strap (continued) Pass the leading end through the fastener and pull tight. Fastener Attach the shoulder strap in the same way on the shoulder strap attachment fitting on the opposite side of the camera. - 25 -...

  • Page 28: Preparing The Battery

    Preparing the Battery This camera uses a lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT2). (PDR-BT1 can also be used.) Other batteries cannot be used. For details on handling batteries, be sure to read page 16. Loading the Battery IMPORTANT • Before you load or remove the battery, be sure to turn the camera OFF. If the battery is loaded or removed with the power ON, the date setting may return to its default or the camera settings may be reset (SET-UP Remove the battery cover from the battery.

  • Page 29: Removing The Battery

    Preparing the Battery (continued) Load the battery in the battery compartment making sure that it is loaded in the correct direction as shown in the figure on the right. Insert the terminal (metal-colored part) first when loading the battery. Close the battery cover 1 , and slide the battery cover Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.

  • Page 30: Charging The Battery

    Preparing the Battery (continued) Charging the Battery When you use the battery for the first time or when the battery has not been used for a long time, be sure to charge the battery before use. The following describes how to charge the battery in the camera body. Set the Power switch to [OFF].

  • Page 31: Battery Wear

    Preparing the Battery (continued) Battery Wear When the power is ON, the remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor and the status display. LCD Monitor No indication Memo • When you use the camera for the first time or if you have left the camera for a long time without the battery loaded, set the date ( •...

  • Page 32: Using The Power Outlet

    Using the Power Outlet If you use the AC adapter provided with the camera in a room with a power outlet, you can take photographs for an extended period of time. This also prevents failed photographs due to battery wear or failed transfer of data to a PC.

  • Page 33: About Smartmedia

    • Remove and insert SmartMedia™ with the camera’s power turned OFF. • Recorded data may be erased (destroyed) in the situations listed below. Note that Toshiba Corporation accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the loss (destruction) of recorded data in these situations: - When the SmartMedia™...

  • Page 34: Loading Smartmedia

    About SmartMedia™ (continued) • Take care not to touch the SmartMedia™’s electrodes (metal contacts) or allow the electrodes to become soiled. Use a dry lint-free cloth to wipe away any dirt. • To avoid damage caused by static electricity during transportation or storage, always use the special static-free case provided.

  • Page 35: Removing Smartmedia

    About SmartMedia™ (continued) Gently insert the SmartMedia™ as far as it can go with the SmartMedia™ electrodes (metal contacts) facing the rear of the camera. Close the SmartMedia™ cover. Before you use a new SmartMedia™, be sure to format the SmartMedia™...
  • Page 36 About SmartMedia™ (continued) Open the SmartMedia™ cover. Hold the SmartMedia™ firmly with your fingers and pull the SmartMedia™ out of the camera. Close the SmartMedia™ cover. - 34 -...

  • Page 37: Write Protection

    About SmartMedia™ (continued) Write Protection To prevent valuable data from being erased inadvertently, attach the write-protect sticker at the write-protect area. Data can no longer be recorded or erased from SmartMedia™. To write or erase data from SmartMedia™, peel off the sticker. IMPORTANT •...

  • Page 38: Lcd Monitor Display (During Photography)

    LCD Monitor Display (during photography) The text, numbers and icons that are displayed on the LCD monitor vary according to the current settings. The LCD monitor automatically turns ON if necessary even if it is set to OFF. For details on the [ ] playback mode, see page 88.

  • Page 39: In [ ] And [ ] Mode

    LCD Monitor Display (during photography) (continued) In [ ] and [ ] mode Photography mode Mode dial setting Manual photograpy Focus area (when shutter button is pressed down half way) Remaining battery power Slow shutter speed warning Macro photography * Histogram A histogram is a graphic representation of the tones of the subject.

  • Page 40: In [ ] Mode

    LCD Monitor Display (during photography) (continued) In [ ] mode Mode dial setting Macro photography Remaining battery power Memo • The size of the data to be recorded varies according to the amount of detail in the subject image. So, the number of images that can be photographed after an image is recorded sometimes doesn’t decrease.

  • Page 41: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power ON/OFF Turning the Power ON Make sure that the SmartMedia™ is correctly loaded. ( Set the Power switch to [ON]. When the camera is turned ON, set the mode dial to the desired mode. In the photography modes ([ the lens extends from the camera body.

  • Page 42: How To Hold Your Camera

    How to Hold Your Camera When taking a photograph, hold the camera firmly and prevent your finger or shoulder strap from covering the lens, flash or flash sensor. Right Wrong Camera held with both hands with your arms firmly held Fingers held over the lens against the sides of your chest - 40 -...

  • Page 43: How To Press The Shutter Button

    How to Press the Shutter Button The shutter button can be pressed down in two stages: half way down and fully down. When pressed half way down, AF (auto-focus) and AE (auto exposure) are carried out. When pressed fully down, the camera takes a picture.
  • Page 44 How to Press the Shutter Button (continued) Memo • If the shutter button is pressed down fully and held, photographs cannot be taken until AF and AE are locked. • The image in the LCD monitor sometimes darkens from the time that the shutter button is pressed down half way until the image becomes focused.

  • Page 45: Photography

    Photography (Auto Photography) This is the most commonly used photography mode. In this mode, exposure (combination of shutter speed and aperture) is automatically controlled to facilitate photography. There are two ways of taking photographs in this mode: using the viewfinder and using the LCD monitor.

  • Page 46: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Photography (Auto Photography) (continued) Look through the viewfinder to compose the picture. Press the shutter button down half way 1 , and press it down fully 2 . • Pressing the shutter button down half way adjusts the exposure, and pressing the shutter button down fully takes the shot. •...
  • Page 47 Photography (Auto Photography) (continued) Set the mode dial to [ Look at the image on the LCD monitor to compose the picture. To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor Press the shutter button down half way 1 , and press it down fully 2 .

  • Page 48: Setting The Image Size And Quality

    Setting the Image Size and Quality Set the size (number of pixels) and quality (compression ratio) of the image to be photographed. Change the setting according to how the image is to be used and the remaining amount of space in the SmartMedia™.
  • Page 49 Setting the Image Size and Quality (continued) Take the photograph. For details on how to take photographs Memo • To make the image smaller, it is more effective to reduce the size 1 and then reduce image quality 2 . •...

  • Page 50: Taking Photographs In [ ] Mode (Auto Select Mode)

    Taking Photographs in [ This mode enables automatic photography according to the photographic conditions. Photographs can be taken easily in this mode as the camera automatically makes the setting suitable to the photographic conditions. The Auto Select mode has the following options. Choose the option to suit the image you want to photograph. For a detailed description of each option, refer to the following pages: ...

  • Page 51: Mode

    Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select [ ] while viewing the LCD monitor. ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.

  • Page 52: Mode

    Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select [ ] while viewing the LCD monitor. ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.

  • Page 53: Taking Photographs In The [ ] Mode

    Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select [ ] while viewing the LCD monitor. ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.

  • Page 54: Taking Photographs In The [ ] Mode

    Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select [ ] while viewing the LCD monitor. ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.

  • Page 55: (36-Frame Multi Photography)

    Taking Photographs in the [ This mode takes 36 shots continuously at 0.07 second intervals (15 frames/second). The 36 photographed images are saved as one image (FULL size: 2048 x 1536 pixels). This mode is effective for continuously photographing moving subjects. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select [...

  • Page 56: Zoom Photography

    Zoom Photography Zoom photography allows you to take zoom shots up to three times the size or wide-angle photography depending on the distance up to the subject. You can also enlarge the center of the screen and take photographs in the digital zoom mode with the focal distance apparently increased by a factor of two.
  • Page 57 Zoom Photography (continued) Digital Zoom Photography Set digital zoom as follows. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Use to select [DIGITAL ZOOM] and press 3 Use to select [APPROVED] and press ENTER. 4 Press the MENU button. 5 Pressing the Zoom switch towards the “T” to set the zoom to maximum, and continue to hold down the Zoom switch.

  • Page 58: Close-Up Photography (Macro Photography)

    Close-up Photography (Macro Photography) The macro photography mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 9 cm (0.3 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.6 ft). This camera cannot focus on subjects within 9 cm (0.3 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.6 ft) unless in the macro photography mode.

  • Page 59: Photography Using The Self-Timer (Self-Timer Photography)

    Photography Using the Self-timer (Self-timer Photography) When the self-timer is used, the shutter automatically closes after the preset time (two or ten seconds). Set the mode dial to [ Press the self-timer button while viewing the status display area. When you press the self-timer button, the following are displayed on the LCD monitor and status display area in the following order: [No display] setting OFF Compose the picture.

  • Page 60: Photography Using The Flash

    Photography Using the Flash In the default setting, the flash will be automatically set to function in dark places. No special setting is needed to set off the flash. The flash firing mode can be set to suit the conditions where the flash is to be fired. The effective firing distance of the flash is approximately 0.8 m (2.62 ft) to 4.0 m (13.12 ft) (WIDE side setting).
  • Page 61 Photography Using the Flash (continued) ] Auto In this mode, the flash fires automatically according to the photography conditions. This mode is ideal for general photography where you are not trying to achieve any particular effect. ] Red-Eye Auto/[ Use this mode to avoid the red-eye effect ( low-light conditions.
  • Page 62 Photography Using the Flash (continued) Memo • If you take a photograph in the [ Suppressed Flash mode at a dark place, the shutter speed slows down, and the slow shutter speed warning is displayed. (When the shutter is pressed half way down, the viewfinder LED blinks green and the slow shutter speed mark [ ] is displayed in the LCD monitor.) We recommend using a tripod to keep the camera stable and prevent distorted images.

  • Page 63: Taking Photographs Continuously

    Taking Photographs Continuously In this mode, photographs are taken continuously at a maximum speed of 0.8 second intervals (five images per 4 seconds). The maximum number of photographs that can be taken continuously is eight photographs. Images are not recorded directly to SmartMedia™ but are stored temporarily within the buffer memory. After photography is finished, check the images and record the selected ones to SmartMedia™.
  • Page 64 Taking Photographs Continuously (continued) Press to verify the image. You will be allowed to choose which image to save before it is recorded to the SmartMedia™. The number of photographs stored in the memory is displayed at the bottom right of the screen, and the number in green is the image currently displayed.
  • Page 65 Taking Photographs Continuously (continued) to select [ The image is saved or erased, and the camera is then ready to take photographs. Memo • You can also carry out steps 5 and 6 while verifying the image in step 4. •...

  • Page 66: Making Movies

    Making Movies Make a movie of moving images. Audio can also be recorded. Set the mode dial to [ Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. Page 41 Photography begins. The maximum photography time (seconds) appears on the LCD monitor and on the status display. To stop making movies, press the shutter button down fully again.

  • Page 67: Photography In The Aperture-Priority Mode

    Photography in the Aperture-priority Mode In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to aperture. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the aperture. A small aperture value produces a portrait photo with an out-of-focus background. The smaller the aperture value, the more out-of-focus the background becomes.

  • Page 68: Photography In The Shutter Speed-Priority Mode

    Photography in the Shutter speed-priority Mode In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to shutter speed. The camera automatically sets the aperture value according to the shutter speed. A fast shutter speed produces a photograph that looks as if a moving subject is still. A slow shutter speed produces as photograph that makes you feel that it is flowing.
  • Page 69 Photography in the Shutter speed-priority Mode (continued) Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. Page 41 Memo • When the shutter speed is set to a speed of 1 sec. or slower, burst photography is not possible as photographs are taken at a long exposure ( •...

  • Page 70: Long Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography)

    Long Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography) This mode is used for taking subjects that require several seconds to photograph such as firework displays at night. When using this mode, be sure to use a tripod to keep the camera stable and prevent distortion of images. Set the mode dial to [ to display the shutter speed to [1sec] or more ] is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 71: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation This setting allows you to intentionally lighten or darken the entire image. Use this setting when the optimum brightness (exposure) cannot be obtained, for example, when the brightness between the subject and the background is not balanced or when the subject to photograph occupies only an extremely small part of the screen.
  • Page 72 Exposure Compensation (continued) Effective Subjects and Set Values Positive (+) Compensation • Copying of printed text (black characters on white paper) (+1.5) • Backlit portraits (+0.6 to +1.5) • Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects (+0.9) •...

  • Page 73: Automatic Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Photography)

    Taking Shots With the Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB Photography) The exposure is automatically switched in three stages (–0.3/0/+0.3) when taking photographs. Set the mode dial to either of [ Press the MODE button, and select AEB photography. Each press of the MODE button switches the photography mode as follows: ] 1-shot If AEB photography is selected when the shutter speed is set to a...

  • Page 74: Other Manual Settings

    Other Manual Settings You can manually adjust settings such as white balance, AF/AE area (auto-focus/ exposure positions), focus (focal distance) and external flash setting (in [ this mode are saved even if the camera is turned OFF. IMPORTANT • Do not remove or insert the battery or disconnect or connect the AC adapter while the camera is ON. This might return the manual settings to their defaults.
  • Page 75 Other Manual Settings (continued) Press to select the setting item. Press , press ENTER. Pressing ENTER fixes the setting. To cancel, press [W.B.] White balance [AREA] AF/AE area [FOCUS] Focus [FLASH] Strobe Press ENTER. The camera is ready to take photographs. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.

  • Page 76: White Balance (W.b.)

    Other Manual Settings (continued) White Balance (W.B.) White Balance Additional Information, Glossary The camera determines the white balance by averaging the various kinds of light that actually enters the lens. This setting allows you to set in advance the white balance when taking photographs under specific lighting conditions.

  • Page 77: Focus (Focus)

    Other Manual Settings (continued) Focus (FOCUS) Sets the focusing method. [AF] : Automatically adjusts the focus. (default) ] : Fixes the focus at infinity. Strobe (FLASH) Change this setting when an external flash (sold separately) is to be used. This setting is displayed in the ] mode.

  • Page 78: Changing The Preset Conditions (Recording Menu)

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) This menu is for setting the basic settings to be used for photography in the [ photography modes. Set the mode dial to one of [ Press the MENU button. The RECORDING MENU is displayed. to select the desired item 1 and press The options 2 are displayed.

  • Page 79: Preview

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) PREVIEW This setting allows you to display a photographed image on the LCD monitor for two seconds immediately after you have taken the shot. This allows you to check the composition and brightness of the photographed image. Note, however, that detailed areas are sometimes not sharp as the resolution of preview images is low.

  • Page 80: Iso

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) Sets the color mode and photographic sensitivity at which the image is to be recorded. Warning: Noise increases when the ISO is changed to higher settings. [NORMAL] : Equivalent to color ISO100 (default) [2X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO200 [4X]...

  • Page 81: Digital Zoom

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) DIGITAL ZOOM Enlarges the center of the screen and takes photographs with apparent effect that the focal distance is set to twice the distance. Zoom Photography [ON] : Enables digital zoom photography. [OFF] : Disables digital zoom photography.

  • Page 82: Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback)

    Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback) Play back photographed still images one image at a time. Set the mode dial to [ The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor Changing the LCD monitor display Memo •...

  • Page 83: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Play back movies that you have recorded. Audio can also be played back. Set the mode dial to [ Movies are displayed as thumbnails on the LCD monitor. ( To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 84 Playing Back Movies (continued) Press Playback of the movie begins. The user can control playback by pressing various buttons during playback or during a pause. - 82 -...
  • Page 85 Playing Back Movies (continued) • 2x-speed playback is performed for the • Playback becomes 2x-speed reverse • Playback is paused in any playback ENTER Pressing the Zoom switch to “T” Pressing the Zoom switch to “W” To play back another movie, press ENTER. The LCD monitor returns to the thumbnail display.

  • Page 86: Displaying A List Of Images (Thumbnail Display)

    Displaying a List of Images (Thumbnail Display) Nine reduced images are simultaneously displayed on the LCD monitor. This manual calls this display “thumbnail display.” This feature is useful, for example, when there are many images recorded in the SmartMedia™. After you have displayed the thumbnail display, you can select the desired image and display it in the regular display.

  • Page 87: Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback)

    Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback) Enlarges selected portions of images being played back 1.6 times or 3.2 times actual size. Images can be displayed enlarged when being played back one image at a time. Movies and images photographed in the multi mode ( feature.

  • Page 88: Auto Playback (Slideshow)

    Auto Playback (Slideshow) Automatically play back one image at a time in order. This feature is not supported in the movie mode. Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed.

  • Page 89: Playback Of Multi Image Pictures

    Playback of Multi Image Pictures Automatically plays back the 36 images photographed in the multi photography mode like an animation. Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. to select the images photographed in the multi photography mode. You can also select the image by the same operation as for thumbnail display ( Page 84).

  • Page 90: Switching Displays/Displaying Image Information

    Switching Displays/Displaying Image Information This item switches the display on the LCD monitor when playing back photographed images. You can switch the display to show a list of detailed information (size, compression ratio, shutter speed, aperture, etc.) or you can display histograms, etc.

  • Page 91: About Folders

    About Folders Images photographed on this camera are recorded to the [100TOSHI] folder in the case of still images and to the [ ] folder in the case of moving images (movies). You cannot set which folder to store images to as you like. The [100TOSHI] folder is created when you have photographed still images, and the [ ] folder is created when you have photographed moving images.

  • Page 92: Erasing Images (Erase Frame)

    Erasing Images (Erase Frame) Erases images one image at a time. Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected ( Page 35). Set the mode dial to [ When [ ] is selected, the last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor. When [ ] is selected, use When [...
  • Page 93 Erasing Images (Erase Frame) (continued) To continue erasing images, repeat the above procedure from step 2. Memo • When [PROTECTED] is displayed on the LCD monitor, cancel the protection ( DPOF write-protection ( • If you take a photograph after erasing an image, a number continuing from the last photographed image is assigned as the image number.

  • Page 94: Erasing Folders (All Images In A Folder/All Still Images)

    Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Still Images) Erases images in image folders currently recorded to the SmartMedia™ loaded on your camera. There are two ways of erasing images, by individual folders or by all folders (still images only). Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected ( protected ( Page 35).
  • Page 95 Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Still Images) (continued) to select [ ] or [ ] and press ENTER. ] : Erases images in the currently selected folder and folders. ] : Erases all still image folders. The images or folders are erased, and the camera returns to the respective mode.

  • Page 96: Formatting The Smartmedia

    Formatting the SmartMedia™ Formatting erases all images currently recorded on the SmartMedia™ loaded on your camera. Protected images Page 107) are also erased. SmartMedia™ cannot be formatted if it is write-protected ( IMPORTANT • The SmartMedia™ must be formatted on the camera before use. Set the mode dial to [ When [ ] is selected, the last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 97: Reducing The Image Size (Resize)

    Reducing the Image Size (Resize) Changes the size of FULL size (2048 x 1536 pixels) images to half the size (1024 x 768 pixels) in the horizontal and vertical directions, and overwrites the old FULL size image with the new size image. This is called “resizing” in this manual.
  • Page 98 Reducing the Image Size (Resize) (continued) to select [RESIZE] and press The RESIZE menu is displayed. If there are no images that can be resized, or if a movie folder is selected, a message appears on screen and the screen returns to the PLAYBACK MENU.

  • Page 99: Compressing Images (Quality)

    Compressing Images (Quality) Compresses images to half their size, and overwrites the old size image with the new compressed image. Compressing a previously saved image when the SmartMedia™ has run out of storage space during photography increases space on SmartMedia™ so that you can continue taking photographs. The following images cannot be compressed: •...
  • Page 100 Compressing Images (Quality) (continued) to select [QUALITY], and press The SET-UP menu is displayed. If there are no images that can be compressed, or if a movie folder is selected, a message appears on screen and the screen returns to the PLAYBACK MENU. Selecting Folders ( to select the image, and press ENTER to set the compression ratio.

  • Page 101: Copying Images

    Copying Images Copies images stored on the SmartMedia™. This feature is useful when you want to copy an image from one SmartMedia™ to another. Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed.
  • Page 102 Copying Images (continued) to select the desired image, and press ENTER. This fixes the image to be copied, and [ image. To cancel a selection, press ENTER again. If you want to copy two or more images, repeat the procedure for the necessary number of images.
  • Page 103 Copying Images (continued) to select [OK], and press ENTER. The screen indicating that the image is being copied appears. To quit copying, select [CANCEL]. If the SmartMedia™ has insufficient memory space, [CARD FULL] appears on the screen. Replace the SmartMedia™ with another one. When copying is completed, the above screen is displayed.
  • Page 104 Copy Images (continued) The image No. for copying When images are copied, the frame No. is not copied. The frame No. becomes: • Still images: When the SmartMedia™ at the copy destination contains the folder [xxxTOSHI], a folder having the largest number of “xxx” incremented by 1 is created. Example: When there are folders [101TOSHI] and [102TOSHI], the folder [103TOSHI] When there is no [xxx TOSHI] folder, a new folder is created.

  • Page 105: Print Information

    Print Information The number of prints or the image date can be set in a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) file for images to be printed (developed). ( Additional Information, Glossary.) This feature applies to still images only. Printing can be done easily if you just take the SmartMedia™...
  • Page 106 Print Information (continued) Press to select [SELECT] or [ALL], and press ENTER. [SELECT] : Sets one image at a time. [ALL] : Sets all images at once. Set the number of prints and date. 1 Press to select the image, and press set the number of copies.
  • Page 107 Print Information (continued) Press to select [EXECUTE], and press ENTER. To continue setting, select [CHANGE SETTINGS]. To quit setting without creating a DPOF file, select [CANCEL]. The DPOF information file is created, and the screen returns to the initial display when the operation ends. To end setting, press press ENTER.
  • Page 108 Print Information (continued) Memo • When the SmartMedia™ already contains a DPOF information file, the message “RECREATE DPOF FILE?” is sometimes displayed. Note that if you select [YES], the file is overwritten, and the information of the existing DPOF information file is erased. The same also applies when the DPOF information file is overwritten on a personal computer and values not supported by this camera were set.

  • Page 109: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images This feature prevents images from being erased. IMPORTANT • Formatting erases all the images on a SmartMedia™, regardless of whether they are protected or not. • To protect the entire SmartMedia™, see “Write Protection” ( Protecting an Image Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 110 Protecting Images (continued) to select [PROTECT] and press The PROTECT menu is displayed. to select the desired image to protect, and press ENTER. This fixes the image to be protected, and [ the image. To cancel the selection, press ENTER again. To write-protect two or more images, repeat this procedure for the necessary number of images.

  • Page 111: Removing The Protection

    Protecting Images (continued) Removing the Protection Carry out steps 1 to 3 in “Protecting An Image”. to select the image to unprotect, and press ENTER. This fixes the images whose protection is to be removed, and [ under the image changes to [ To unprotect an image, press ENTER again.

  • Page 112: Recording/Playing Back Audio

    Recording/Playing Back Audio This item is for recording or playing back audio only. This is a handy function, for example, to record messages instead of noting them down. Set the mode dial to [ The file information of the largest track number is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 113: Playing Back Audio

    Recording/Playing Back Audio (continued) Playing Back Audio Press to select the file. Press Playback starts. Buttons and keys function as follows when pressed. Button ENTER macro/info button Pressing the Zoom switch to “T” Pressing the Zoom switch to “W” Memo •...

  • Page 114: Erasing Files

    Recording/Playing Back Audio (continued) Erasing Files Files can be erased in either of two ways, either one file at a time or all files at once in folder units. To Erase One File At a Time Press to select the file to erase. Press the erase button.

  • Page 115: Resetting The Frame No. (P

    Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) This feature allows you to set up the environment for using your camera in addition to image-related settings. This is called “setup”. The following items can be changed in the SET-UP mode: AUTO POWER OFF/SOUND/TIME & DATE/OSD LANGUAGE/VIDEO OUT/FRAME NUMBER/RESET The details set here are held in memory even if the camera is turned OFF.

  • Page 116: Auto Power Off

    Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) Press The tab menu is displayed. How to set the time ( For details on how to reset the frame number ( to change the setting in the tab menu, and press ENTER. To cancel changing of settings, press To quit the SETUP MENU, change the mode dial setting.

  • Page 117: Sound

    Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) SOUND Sets whether or not to sound the beep tone. [ON] (default) : Sounds the beep tone according to the operating state or operation. [OFF] : Does not sound the beep tone in any state. TIME &...

  • Page 118: Osd Language

    Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) OSD LANGUAGE Set the display language of menus displayed on the LCD monitor. All descriptions in this Instruction Manual are for when the display language is set to [ENGLISH]. VIDEO OUT Sets the video output system according to the country in which your camera is used. [NTSC]: NTSC system ( PAL system (...
  • Page 119 Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) About Still Image Numbers and Folder Numbers • When the image number is reset, a number starting from 0001 is assigned to an empty folder having the smallest number of the SmartMedia™ that is inserted. The folder number varies according to the state of the inserted SmartMedia™.

  • Page 120: Reset

    Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) RESET Sets whether or not to return the settings in the SETUP MENU to their defaults. The settings of TIME&DATE, OSD LANGUAGE and VIDEO OUT cannot be changed. [CANCEL] : Does not return settings to their defaults. [EXECUTE] : Returns settings to their defaults.

  • Page 121: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor Brightness

    Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness This adjustment adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor and not the brightness of the recorded image. Set the mode dial to [ Press the MENU button. The RECORDING MENU or PLAYBACK MENU is displayed. You can set the LCD monitor brightness in either of these menus.

  • Page 122: About The Color Of The Viewfinder Led

    About the Color of the Viewfinder LED The color of the viewfinder LED indicates the state of the camera. The meaning of the LED color may differ according to the mode dial setting. Viewfinder LED Color State Green Flashing Flashing Orange ], [ ], [...

  • Page 123: Taking And Playing Back Photographs On A Tv

    Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV Television sets can be used to compose images for photography or playback. To do this, the camera must first be connected to the TV. We recommend using the AC adapter on an indoor power outlet when available. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 124 Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV (continued) Take photographs or play them back. Details of operation are the same as taking photographs and playing them back on the LCD monitor. How to take photographs How to play back images Memo •...

  • Page 125: Transferring Images To A Pc

    Transferring Images to a PC You can transfer images photographed on your camera to a PC using the packaged CD-ROM and USB cable. Images recorded on SmartMedia™ can also be transferred to a PC using the PC card adapter (sold separately) or floppy disk adapter (sold separately, PDR-FLP2).

  • Page 126: Separately Sold Accessories

    Separately Sold Accessories The following items are also available as separately sold items. Relationship between your camera and accessories For details on these accessories, refer to the Instruction Manual for the accessory you are using. (information current as of March 2000) SmartMedia™...

  • Page 127: Connecting To Other Devices

    Connecting to Other Devices PC card adapter SmartMedia™ Floppy disk adapter External flash (SYNC) (DC IN 5V) PDR-M70 Plug socket USB cable (provided) (PC/AV) AV cable (provided) AC adapter (provided) TV monitor - 125 - Printer Software application (CD-ROM) (provided)

  • Page 128: Demo Mode

    Demo Mode In the Demo Mode, you will have the ability to temporarily take/save a limited number of images without the SmartMedia™ card in place. The playback and downloading functions will be operational the same as in the normal mode. How to enter the Demo Mode Set the mode dial to “SET-UP”.

  • Page 129: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Body Recording medium Compression system Image file format <Still Image Mode> Number of frames FULL size: 2048 x 1536 pixels HALF size: 1024 x 768 pixels <Movie Image Mode> Standard movie photography time FULL size: 320 x 240 pixels HALF size: 160 x 120 pixels Conversion rules...
  • Page 130 Specifications (continued) Pickup elements Sensitivity Lens Focal length Viewfinder Auto-focus Metering system Exposure Control system Control Exposure compensation Aperture Shutter speed White balance Standard Focal range Macro Self-Timer Modes Built-in flash Flash intensity control Effective range 1/1.8” CCD sensor (total number of pixels: approx. 3.37 million) Equivalent to ISO 100/200/400 3X optical zoom lens F2 –...
  • Page 131 Specifications (continued) Date/Time Automatic calendar function LCD monitor ( DC IN 5V terminal PC/AV terminal I/O terminal Earphone jack terminal SYNC terminal Power supply Temperature Operating conditions Humidity Camera dimensions Weight The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Though fine spots may appear on the LCD monitor, this is not a malfunction.
  • Page 132 Specifications (continued) AC adapter (PDR-AC10) Power supply Rated Input Capacity Rated Output Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connector Cable Length AC adapter (PDR-AC10U) Power supply Rated Input Capacity Rated Output Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connector Cable Length AC adapter (PDR-AC10E) Power supply Rated Input Capacity...
  • Page 133 Specifications (continued) Lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT2) Nominal voltage Nominal capacity Operating temperature Dimensions Weight High-speed charging SmartMedia™ Type Type of memory Operating voltage Operating conditions Dimensions Accessories These specifications are subject to change without notice. 3.7V 1300mAh 0 C (+32 F) ~ +40 C (+104 F) 19.8 mm ( ”) (W) x 20.4 mm ( ”) (H) x 55.5 mm (2-...

  • Page 134: Warnings And Messages Displayed On Lcd Monitor

    Warnings and Messages Displayed on LCD Monitor The following warnings, messages and icons are displayed on the LCD monitor and the status display. Display LCD monitor CARD ERROR Flashing CARD LID OPEN ––– CARD FULL Display 0 NO CARD ––– CARD ISN’T FORMATED –––...
  • Page 135 Warnings and Messages Displayed on LCD Monitor (continued) Display LCD monitor FRAME NUMBER FULL ––– NO IMAGE AVAILABLE ––– DPOF ERROR ––– DPOF PROTECT OFF ––– NO FILE AVAILABLE ––– ––– ––– ERROR*** ––– ––– Status display The maximum number of images (999 frames) that can be set is exceeded when setting DPOF setting files.

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting First check the warning displayed on the LCD monitor ( 120). Then check the following items. Problem No power supply The battery is exhausted. The AC adapter plug has come out of the power outlet. The camera turns OFF The battery is exhausted.
  • Page 137 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem I cannot use the flash to The mode dial has been changed take pictures. to another setting. The flash is set to Suppressed Flash mode. You pressed the shutter button while the flash was charging. The flash will not charge. The camera is set to Suppressed Flash mode.
  • Page 138 Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Nothing is displayed The camera is in the PC mode. even through the LCD monitor is set to ON. The set date and time Both the battery and AC adapter are disappears. removed with the power still ON. Causes Change the camera to the photography or playback mode.

  • Page 139: Glossary

    Glossary AF/AE AF (auto-focus) ··· A function for automatically focusing your camera. AE ··· A function for automatically setting your camera’s exposure. AF/AE lock ··· Locking of the focus and exposure settings. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) A standard for directly writing print information to the SmartMedia™.
  • Page 140 Glossary (continued) SmartMedia™ Name of a recording medium defined by the SSFDC Forum. This recording medium can be used over and over again. Formatting Transforming the contents of the SmartMedia™ to a recordable state. (This is sometimes called “initialization”.) Exposure Compensation When the screen contains an extremely bright or dark object, the camera automatically adjusts the brightness, resulting in the subject being reproduced...

  • Page 141: Contact Numbers

    Toshiba (UK) Ltd. Germany Toshiba Europe Gmbh Italy Toshiba Consumer Products (Italia) France Toshiba Systems (France) Switzerland Toshiba Europe Gmbh Swiss Branch Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte Hong Kong Toshiba Hong Kong Ltd Numéros à appeler Pays Nom de la compagnie Royaume-Uni Toshiba (UK) Ltd.
  • Page 142 For customers in the U.S.A. For technical support, please contact: (800)829-8318 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST, Monday to Friday except holidays, or e-mail us at: dsc.support@tais.toshiba.com Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Imaging Systems Division 9740 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, Carifornia 92618-1697 * Address and telephone number are subject to change without notice.

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