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Toshiba PDR-M81 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
PDR-M81
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI PDR-M81 DIGITAL STILL CAMERA...

  • Page 3: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-M81 Digital Still 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 5: Attention

    Attention For customers in the U.S.A. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M81 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 6 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 7: Before Reading This Manual

    Before Reading This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-M81 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 8: The Function Map

    The Function Map There are various ways you can take photographs on the PDR-M81, 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-M81 is provided with other handy functions. We suggest that you look at the function map below before you start using the PDR-M81.
  • Page 9 • Changing the Power OFF Time (P. 110) • Changing the LCD Monitor Display Language (P. 112) You can also do this –The PDR-M81 also has lots of other features.– • Protecting Images (P. 106) • Changing the size of Images (P. 94) •...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    ] mode ... 36 In [ ] mode ... 37 The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M81. Turning the Power On/Off ... 38 Turning the Power On ... 38 Turning the Power Off ... 38 Taking Photographs How to Hold Your Camera ...
  • Page 11 How to select the folder ... 92 Reducing the Image Size (Resize) ... 94 Compressing Images (Quality) ... 96 The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M81. Copying Images ... 98 Print Information ... 102 Protecting Images ...

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-M81. These instructions contain valuable information on safe and proper use that will prevent harm and damage to the operator and other persons. Make sure that you fully understand the following details (indications) before proceeding to the main descriptions in this manual.
  • Page 13 Safety Precautions (continued) DANGER Do not heat, disassemble or throw the batteries into fire or water. Doing might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. Do not strike the batteries with a hammer, or step on, drop or subject the batteries to strong impact.
  • Page 14 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 batteries 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 15 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 16 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 17 Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION Do not charge the supplied batteries. Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the camera. Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire, major injury or damaging the camera.

  • Page 18: Using Your Camera Correctly

    Do not expose the camera to sand or dust. The PDR-M81 is particularly sensitive to sand and dust. If the camera comes into contact with sand or dust, not only will the camera become damaged, it will also no longer be repairable.
  • Page 19 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 from these parts with a blower brush and lightly wipe with a soft dry cloth. •...

  • Page 20: Notes On Batteries

    Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Batteries • To extend the use of the camera, we strongly recommend that you only use the following types of batteries: - Nickel Metal Hydride [NiMh] (Extended Life, Rechargeable) - Lithium (Extended Life, Not Rechargeable) •...

  • Page 21: Notes On Handling Batteries

    Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling Batteries When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the warnings and cautions indicated on the battery. WARNING Failure to do this might cause battery to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire, major injury or damaging the camera.

  • Page 22: Notes On Handling The Ac Adapter

    Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling the AC Adapter Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter (PDR-ACM1A for the US/Canada, PDR-ACM1E for Europe, PDR- ACM1U for the UK) (sold separately). 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 23: Accessories

    Accessories Make sure that you have all of the items below before you start using your camera. Alkaline batteries (4) (size AA) Shoulder strap (1) Software application (1) (CD-ROM) AV cable (1) Camera case (1) • SmartMedia™ (8MB) (1) • SmartMedia™ case (1) - 19 - USB cable (1) Lens cap (1)

  • Page 24: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Mode dial For enlarged view P. 22) POWER button Shutter button Self-timer lamp Flash Lens Self-timer button Image Quality button Flash button Status display Viewfinder Built-in microphone Speaker PC/AV terminal DC IN 5V terminal - 20 - P.
  • Page 25 Names of Parts (continued) Viewfinder LED Viewfinder LCD monitor button MENU button Folder button Tripod mount Battery cover Function button 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 directions.
  • Page 26 Names of Parts (continued) Mode dial SET-UP mode P. 109) Sets basic camera settings (AUTO POWER OFF, SOUND, TIME & DATE, OSD LANGUAGE, VIDEO OUT, QUALITY, SYSTEM INFO.) Movie mode P. 75) Takes short Movies for playback on camera or computer. PC mode P.
  • Page 27 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. Self-timer photography P.

  • Page 28: 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. Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the strap attachment on the camera. Pass the shoulder strap through the loop and pull.

  • Page 29: Installing The Batteries

    Installing the batteries This camera uses four size AA batteries. For details on handling batteries, be sure to read page 16. Loading the Batteries IMPORTANT • Before you load or remove the batteries, 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.

  • Page 30: Removing The Batteries

    Installing the batteries (continued) Close the battery cover, slide it 1 , and lock 2. Battery cover lock Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed. Removing the Batteries Reverse the procedure for “Loading the Batteries” and remove the batteries. - 26 -...

  • Page 31: Battery Wear

    Installing the batteries (continued) Battery Wear When the power is ON, the remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor and the status display. LCD Monitor Status Display 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 111).

  • Page 32: Using The Power Outlet

    Using the Power Outlet If you use the AC adapter (sold separately: PDR-ACM1A for the US/Canada, PDR-ACM1E for Europe, PDR-ACM1U for the UK) 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 Using the Power Outlet (continued) Memo • When the AC adapter is connected after the batteries have been installed, the camera lens unit automatically retracts and the power turns off. Please turn on the power again to resume operation. • Batteries can be installed while the AC adapter is connected. However, if the AC adapter is disconnected after the batteries have been loaded, the camera power is automatically turned off but the lens will remain extended.

  • Page 34: About Smartmedia

    • Never remove the SmartMedia™ or turn the camera off while recording data or while erasing data (SmartMedia™ formatting). These actions might damage the SmartMedia™. • Use only the SmartMedia™ specified for use with the PDR-M81. The use of other SmartMedia™ could damage the camera.

  • Page 35: 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 36 About SmartMedia™ (continued) Slide the SmartMedia cover release knob in the direction of the arrow 1 to open the cover 2 . The cover opens 2. Gently insert the SmartMedia™ as far as it can go with the SmartMedia™ electrodes (metal contacts) facing the rear of the camera.

  • Page 37: Removing Smartmedia

    About SmartMedia™ (continued) Removing SmartMedia™ IMPORTANT • Never open the SmartMedia™ cover or remove the SmartMedia™ while data is being recorded to the SmartMedia™ (viewfinder LED is lit red). This might damage the SmartMedia™ or corrupt the data on the SmartMedia™. Press the POWER button to turn the power off.

  • Page 38: Write Protection

    About SmartMedia™ (continued) Close the SmartMedia™ cover. Write Protection To prevent valuable data from being erased, 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.

  • Page 39: 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 116.

  • Page 40: In [ ] Mode

    LCD Monitor Display (during photography) (continued) In [ ] mode Photography mode Manual photograpy Focus area (when shutter button is pressed down halfway) Macro photography Remaining battery power Slow shutter speed warning Exposure compensation * Histogram A histogram is a graphic representation of the tones of the subject. The horizontal axis of the histogram shows the brightness (increasing brightness from left to right) and the vertical axis shows the number of pixels at each brightness level.

  • Page 41: 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 42: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On Make sure that the SmartMedia™ is correctly loaded. ( Page 31) Press the POWER button to turn the power on. When the camera is turned on, set the mode dial to the desired mode.

  • Page 43: 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 Camera held with both hands with your arms firmly held against the sides of your chest Wrong Fingers held over the lens - 39 -...

  • Page 44: How To Press The Shutter Button

    • Moving the camera as you press the shutter button will result in a blurred image. • The PDR-M81 uses an accurate auto focus mechanism. However, the PDR-M81 may have difficulty focusing or not be able to focus at all for subjects and situations such as the following:...

  • Page 45: Photography (Auto 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. If you use the viewfinder to take photographs, the photography range may differ from the actual image. In this case, use the LCD monitor for photography. Press the shutter button down halfway 1 , and press it down fully 2 .
  • 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 halfway 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) <Quality> ] FINE ] NORMAL : 1/7.5 (JPEG) compression ] BASIC The more stars there are, the better image quality becomes. Higher quality images, however, take up more memory space, reducing the number of images that can be taken or the possible photographic time.

  • 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 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 page 47 through page 51: ...

  • Page 51: Taking Photographs In A Variety Of Modes ([ ] Mode)

    Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ([ Set the appropriate scene mode from: [ ] landscape, [ ] sports, [ Set the mode dial to [ Press ENTER. ] is displayed on the LCD monitor. ] automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings, [ ] night, [ ] multi photography mode options.
  • Page 52 Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ([ Press to display option menu, press select options and press ENTER. Pressing ENTER selects the setting. To cancel, press ] Automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings ] Portrait Page 49 ] Landscape ] Sports Page 50 ] Night...

  • Page 53: ] Automatically Adjusts The Focus And Exposure Settings

    Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ([ ] Automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings The camera automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings to take photographs. ] Portrait Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.

  • Page 54: ] Sports

    Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ([ ] Sports Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. ] Night Select this option to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. Memo • When the Night mode is selected, the flash mode is fixed to Slow Synchro (the flash is fired at a slower shutter speed.) •...

  • Page 55: ] 16-Frame Multi

    Taking Photographs in a Variety of Modes ([ ] 16-frame multi This mode takes 16 shots continuously at 0.13 second intervals (7.5 frames/second). The 16 photographed images are saved as one image (FULL size: 2400 x 1600 pixels). This mode is effective for continuously photographing moving subjects.

  • Page 56: Zoom Photography

    Zoom Photography Zoom photography allows you to take zoom shots up to 2.8 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 increased by a factor of 2.2.

  • Page 57: Digital Zoom Photography

    Zoom Photography (continued) Digital Zoom Photography To set the digital zoom: 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 To activate digital zoom, press the Zoom switch completely towards the "T" and hold it until the image on the LCD expands.

  • Page 58: Changing The Focus

    Changing the Focus The macro photography mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 10 cm (0.33 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.62 ft). This camera cannot focus on subjects within 10 cm (0.33 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.62 ft) unless in the macro photography mode.

  • Page 59: Self-Timer Photography

    Self-timer Photography When the self-timer is used, the camera automatically takes a picture after the preset time (2 or 10 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 in order on the LCD monitor.

  • 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 used. The effective firing distance of the flash is approximately 0.8 m (2.62 ft) to 3.0 m (9.84 ft) (WIDE side setting, ISO setting: [2X]).

  • Page 61: Forced Flash

    Photography Using the Flash (continued) [ No display ] 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 Forced Flash Use this mode to avoid the red-eye effect ( Additional Information, Glossary) when photographing people in low-light conditions.

  • Page 62: Manual Settings

    Manual Settings You can manually adjust settings such as exposure control, white balance, metering system, continuous photography mode, and take photographs at these settings. These are called “Manual settings”, which are saved even if the camera is turned off. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 63 Manual Settings (continued) Press to select the setting item. Press to display option menu, press select options and press ENTER. Pressing ENTER selects the setting. To cancel, press [EXP.] Exposure control [W.B.] White balance [A.E.] Metering system [S/C] Single, continuous or AEB photography mode Press ENTER.

  • Page 64: Exposure Control (Exp.)

    Manual Settings (continued) Exposure control (EXP.) [ PRG ] : Photography in program mode (default) ( Page 62) [ Av ] : Photography in aperture-priority mode ( Page 63) [ Tv ] : Photography in shutter speed-priority mode ( Page 65) [ M ] : Photography in full manual mode ( Page 67) White Balance (W.B.)

  • Page 65: Metering System (A.e.)

    Manual Settings (continued) Metering system (A.E.) The camera calculates the exposure level before a photograph is taken. : Multi metering (default) The exposure is measured and calculated for the entire area of the screen. By dividing the entire area of the screen, the exposure level for each unit is calculated. A well balanced exposure can be obtained.

  • Page 66: Photography In The Program Mode

    Photography in the Program Mode The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of an object. This mode enables carefree photographing similarly to selecting [ change the white balance and the metering system in program mode. Carry out steps 1 to 2 in “Manual Settings”...

  • 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 Aperture-priority Mode (continued) Press to adjust the aperture value. The setting range is as follows: F8 / F6.8 / F5.6 / F4.8 / F4.0 / F3.4 / F2.9 The aperture value and the shutter speed corresponding to that value are displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 69: 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 70 Photography in the Shutter Speed-priority Mode (continued) Press to adjust the shutter speed. The setting range is as follows: 1/1000, 1/750, 1/500, 1/350, 1/250, 1/180, 1/125, 1/90, 1/60, 1/45, 1/30, 1/20, 1/15, 1/10, 1/8, 1/6, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 0”7, 1”, 1”5, 2”, 3”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 15” The shutter speed and the aperture value corresponding to the shutter speed are displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 71: Photography In The Full Manual Mode

    Photography in the Full Manual Mode Set the aperture and shutter speed Carry out steps 1 to 2 in “Manual Settings” (page 58). Press to select [ EXP. ]. Press to display option menu, press select [ M ] and press ENTER. Pressing ENTER selects the setting.

  • Page 72: Extended Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography)

    Extended 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. Carry out steps 1 to 4 either in “Photography in the Shutter speed-priority Mode”...

  • Page 73: 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 74 Exposure Compensation (continued) Effective Subjects and Set Values Positive (+) Compensation • Copying of printed text (black characters on white paper) • Backlit portraits • Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects • Shots made up predominantly of sky Negative (–) Compensation •...

  • Page 75: Taking Shots With The Automatic Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Photography)

    Taking Shots With the Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB Photography) When it is difficult to determine the necessary exposure compensation, this mode will automatically set the camera to photograph three consecutive pictures in -0.5, 0, and +0.5 compensation. Carry out steps 1 to 2 in “Manual Settings” (page 58). Press to select [ S/C ].

  • Page 76: Taking Photographs Continuously (Burst Photography)

    Taking Photographs Continuously (Burst Photography) In this mode, photographs are taken continuously at a maximum speed of 0.8 second intervals. The maximum number of photographs that can be taken continuously is three 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 77 Taking Photographs Continuously (Burst Photography) (continued) Compose the picture, press the shutter button down halfway, and press it down fully. Page 40 The maximum number of photography that can be taken continuously is three. If you release the shutter button before the camera captures three images, the camera will stop taking pictures at that point.
  • Page 78 Taking Photographs Continuously (Burst Photography) (continued) to select [ The image is saved or erased, and the camera is then ready to take photographs. Memo • You can also carry out step 8 while verifying the image in step 7. •...

  • Page 79: 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 halfway, and press it down fully. Page 40 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 80: 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 [ modes. Set the mode dial to [ Press the MENU button. The RECORDING MENU is displayed. to select the desired item 1 and press The options 2 are displayed.

  • Page 81: Preview

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) To quit the RECORDING MENU, press the MENU button. The camera is now ready to take photographs. PREVIEW This setting allows you to display a photographed image on the LCD monitor for two seconds immediately after you have taken the shot.

  • Page 82: Iso

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) ISO [ 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 [2X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO200 (default) [4X]...

  • Page 83: Sharpness

    Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) SHARPNESS Sets the sharpness at which the image is to be recorded. [NORMAL] : Normal sharpness (default) [SOFT] : Soft effect [HARD] : Hard effect CONTRAST Sets the contrast of the image to be photographed. [NORMAL] : Automatic (standard) setting (default) [STRONG]...

  • Page 84: 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 Press to move forward and reverse.

  • Page 85: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Play back movies that you have recorded. Audio can also be played back. 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 Press to select the movie to play back.
  • Page 86 Playing Back Movies (continued) During playback 2x-speed playback • 2x-speed playback is performed for the duration that Reverse playback, 2x-speed playback • The press of playback. • Playback becomes 2x-speed reverse playback for the duration that is held down. • Playback is paused. ENTER Pressing the Zoom switch to “T”...

  • Page 87: 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 88: Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback)

    Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback) Enlarges selected portions of images being played back at two levels. Images can be displayed enlarged when being played back one image at a time. Movies and images photographed in the multi mode ( Page 51) cannot be displayed using the zoom playback feature.

  • Page 89: 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 90: Playback Of Multi Image Pictures

    Playback of Multi Image Pictures Automatically plays back the 16 images photographed in the multi photography mode in quick succession. 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 83).

  • Page 91: 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 106) or the SmartMedia™ is write-protected ( Page 34). 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 92 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 ( Page 108) or remove DPOF write-protection ( Page 102). • If you take a photograph after erasing an image, a number continuing from the last photographed image is assigned as the image number.

  • Page 93: Erasing Folders (All Images In A Folder/All Folders)

    Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Folders) Erases selected folders and all contents currently recorded to the SmartMedia™ loaded on your camera. There are two ways of erasing images, by individual folders or by all folders. Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected ( Page 106) or when the SmartMedia™ is write- protected ( Page 34).
  • Page 94 Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Folders) (continued) to select [ ] or [ ] and press ENTER. ] : Erases images in the currently selected folder and folders. ] : Erases all folders recorded on the SmartMedia™. The images or folders are erased, and the camera returns to the respective mode.

  • Page 95: Formatting The Smartmedia

    Formatting the SmartMedia™ Formatting erases all images and reformats the SmartMedia™ loaded in your camera. Protected images ( 106) 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 96: About Folders

    About Folders When playing back the photographed images (still images and movies), you can select any image in any folder as you like by the folder button. How to select the folder Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Press the folder button.
  • Page 97 About Folders (continued) Memo • When taking photographs, it is not possible to select a folder for recording images. Pressing the folder button will create a new folder. The subsequently photographed images are recorded in that new folder. • When a new folder is created, the frame No. is assigned from 0001. •...

  • Page 98: Reducing The Image Size (Resize)

    Reducing the Image Size (Resize) Changes FULL size (2400 x 1600 pixels) images to HALF size (1200 x 800 pixels), and further to SMALL size (720 x 480 pixels), and overwrites an old FULL size image with the new size image. This is called “resizing” in this manual.
  • Page 99 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 100: Compressing Images (Quality)

    Compressing Images (Quality) Compresses images down to half of their size or more, and overwrites an old size image with a newly 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 101 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. to select the image, and press ENTER to set the compression ratio.

  • Page 102: 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 103 Copying Images (continued) to select the desired image, and press ENTER. This selects the image to be copied, and [ the 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 104 Copying Images (continued) to select [OK], and press ENTER. The screen indicating that the image is being copied appears. To quit copying, select [CANCEL], and press ENTER. If the SmartMedia™ has insufficient memory space, [CARD FULL] appears on the screen. Replace the SmartMedia™...
  • Page 105 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 When there is no [xxx TOSHI] folder, a new folder is created.

  • Page 106: 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 107 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 108 Print Information (continued) Press to select [EXECUTE], and press ENTER. The DPOF information file is created, and the screen returns to the initial display when the operation ends. To continue setting, select [CHANGE SETTINGS]. To quit setting without creating a DPOF file, select [CANCEL] and press ENTER. To end setting, press to select [END], and press ENTER.
  • Page 109 Print Information (continued) Select the desired operation. [CONFIRM]: Press this to confirm the settings. 1 Press to select [CONFIRM], and press ENTER. 2 After confirming the settings, press ENTER. 3 Select [END] and press ENTER. [CLEAR ALL]: Press this button to clear all settings. 1 Press to select [CLEAR ALL], and press ENTER.

  • Page 110: 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” ( Page 34). Protecting an Image Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 111 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 [ To cancel the selection, press ENTER again. To write-protect two or more images, repeat this procedure for the necessary number of images.

  • Page 112: Removing The Protection

    Protecting Images (continued) Removing the Protection Carry out steps 1 to 3 in “Protecting An Image” ( Page 106). 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 113: Basic Settings ( Mode)

    Basic Settings ( This feature allows you to set up the default settings 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/QUALITY/SYSTEM INFO. The details set here are held in memory even if the camera is turned OFF.

  • Page 114: Auto Power Off

    Basic Settings ( mode) (continued) Press The tab menu is displayed. How to set the time ( Page 114) 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. AUTO POWER OFF If no operation is carried out for a fixed amount of time (default: about one minute), power consumption is set to its minimum state (power almost turned off) to prevent battery wear.

  • Page 115: Sound

    Basic Settings ( SOUND Sets whether or not to sound the beep tone. [ON] : Sounds the beep tone according to the operating state or operation. (default) [OFF] : Does not sound the beep tone in any state. TIME & DATE Sets the date and time.

  • Page 116: Osd Language

    Basic Settings ( OSD LANGUAGE Set the display language of menus displayed on the LCD monitor. [English] : English (default) : Japanese 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.
  • Page 117 Basic Settings ( Press to select the number you desired to set, and press The SIZE item is reversely displayed in white. Press to select the size you desired, and press or ENTER. The QUALITY item is reversely displayed in white. Press to select the quality you desired, and press The display returns to the Step 2 screen.

  • Page 118: System Info

    Basic Settings ( SYSTEM INFO. Sets whether or not to return the settings in the SETUP MENU to the original factory settings. TIME&DATE, OSD LANGUAGE will not be reset. Carry out steps 1 to 2 on page 109. Select [SYSTEM INFO.] on the SETUP MENU and press The SYSTEM INFO.

  • Page 119: 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 120: Button And Lcd Monitor Display (In Playback Mode)

    Button and LCD Monitor Display (In Playback Mode) 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 121: Button And Lcd Monitor Display (In Photography Mode)

    Button and LCD Monitor Display (In Photography Mode) This item switches the display on the LCD monitor when taking photographs. Set the mode dial to [ Press the display/info button. Each press of the format as follows: OSD full display OSD display off <OSD full display>...

  • Page 122: Definitions Of The Color Of The Viewfinder Led

    Definitions of 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 Flashing...

  • 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).

  • 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 (DC IN 5V) PDR-M81 Plug socket USB cable (provided) (PC/AV) AV cable (provided) AC adapter (sold separately) TV monitor - 123 - Printer Software application (CD-ROM) (provided)

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Body Recording medium SmartMedia™ (3.3V) 2/4/8/16/32/64/128MB compatible Compression system JPEG-compliant Image file format Exif Ver. 2.1-compliant <Still Image Mode Number of frames FULL size: 2400 x 1600 pixels HALF size: 1200 x800 pixels NORMAL SMALL size 720 x 480 pixels <Movie Image Mode>...
  • Page 129 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 Effective range flash 1/1.8” CCD sensor (total number of pixels: approx. 4.2 million) Equivalent to ISO 100/200/400 2.8X optical zoom lens F2.9 –...
  • Page 130 Specifications (continued) Date/Time Automatic calendar function LCD monitor ( DC IN 5V terminal I/O terminal PC/AV 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. The LCD monitor can be used as it is.
  • Page 131 Specifications (continued) AC adapter (PDR-ACM1A) Power supply Rated Input Capacity Rated Output Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connector Cable Length AC adapter (PDR-ACM1E) Power supply Rated Input Capacity Rated Output Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connector Cable Length AC adapter (PDR-ACM1U) Power supply Rated Input Capacity...

  • Page 132: 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 133 Warnings and Messages Displayed on LCD Monitor (continued) Display LCD monitor FOLDER ERROR ––– RECREATE DPOF FILE? ––– CLOSE THE CARD LID ––– FRAME NUMBER FULL ––– NO IMAGE AVAILABLE ––– DPOF ERROR ––– DPOF PROTECT OFF ––– LENS COVER –––...

  • Page 134: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting First check the warning displayed on the LCD monitor ( Page 128) and the color of the viewfinder LED ( Page 118). Then check the following items. Problem No power supply The batteries are exhausted. The AC adapter plug has come out of the power outlet.
  • Page 135 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 136 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 137: 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 138 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...
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  • Page 141: Global Contacts

    Global Contacts Country/Region Company name Canada Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. China Hong Kong Toshiba Hong Kong Ltd. France Toshiba Systems (France) Germany Toshiba Europe Gmbh Italy Toshiba Consumer Products (Italia) Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte. Switzerland Toshiba Europe Gmbh Swiss...
  • Page 142 * Address and telephone number are subject to change without notice. * For customers outside of the U.K. and U.S.A., please refer to the "Globel Contacts" before this page and contact the nearest Toshiba company for assistance. 9.00am to 6.00pm Mon to Fri.

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