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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M4
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-M4 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. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M4 In the space provided below, please record the model and Serial No. of your camera. Model No. PDR-M4 Serial No. Please retain this information for future reference. ENGLISH
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Attention For customers in the U.S.A. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M4 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 subjected 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 cau
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Attention (continued) This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Before Reading This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-M4 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. Trademark Information Conventions Used In This Manual • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple
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Contents The name in paretheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M4. n LCD Monitor Display .................................. 36 Preface In Photography Mode ...................................... 36 n Attention ....................................................... 1 In Playback mode ............................................ 37 n Before Reading This Manual........................ 3 n Contents ....................................................... 4 Basic Photography n Safety Precautions
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Contents (continued) The name in paretheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M4. n Taking Photographs Manually Other Applications (Manual Photography)................................ 56 n Basic Photographic Settings n Changing the Preset Conditions (SET-UP mode) .......................................... 86 (REC MENU).............................................. 61 AUTO-OFF ...............
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Safety Precautions Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-M4. 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. Indication definitions Graphic symbol definitions Indication Meaning Graphic symbol Meaning Indicates a prohibited action that must This indicate
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) DANGER DANGER Do not carry the battery or store it together Do not heat, disassemble or throw the with other metallic objects such as a ball- battery into fire or water. point pen or necklace. Doing might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat up, This might short-circuit the battery’s + and – resulting in fire or major injury. terminals. This might cause
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Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) WARNING WARNING Do not place the camera on wobbly, Should you ever notice smoke, a strange inclined or unstable surfaces. odor or excessive heat coming from the This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over. camera, immediately turn OFF the power and remove the batteries and AC adapter. Do not use in areas near water. Continued use in this state might cause fire, This might cause fire or electric shock. Take electric shock or burns. For details on re
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) (continued) WARNING WARNING Do not disassemble, change or repair the Keep the batteries out of the reach of camera. children. This might cause fire or electric shock. For If a child swallows a battery, this might result in details on repair and internal inspection, consult poisoning. If a child swallows a battery, the store of purchase. immediately con
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Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) CAUTION CAUTION If you want to use the camera on an Before you move the camera, disconnect airplane, consult with the airline and follow cords and cables. their instructions. Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire or electric shock. Use of this camera is sometimes restricted due to potential radio interference. Do not drop or subject the camera to strong Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, impact. smoky or dusty places.
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) (continued) CAUTION CAUTION Do not subject the status display to impact. Do not look at the sun through the camera viewfinder. If the status display is impacted, the glass on the screen may be broken and internal fluid may This may cause injury of the eyes. leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or sticks to Do not use the flash close to anyone’s
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Using Your Camera Correctly Notes On Handling Your Camera When you use your camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 6 onwards and the notes described below. l Avoid using or storing the camera in the following places: • Places subject to humidity, dust and dirt • Places subject to direct sunlight • Places subject to high or low temperature • Places filled with highly flammable gas • Places near gasoline, benzene or paint thinner • Places subject to strong vib
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) l Carrying Out Maintenance on Your Camera • To prevent the lens, surface of the status display or viewfinder from being scratched, blow off any dust on these parts with a blower brush and lightly wipe with a soft dry cloth. • Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do not use volatile liquids such as paint thinner, benzene or insecticide, as t
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Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling Batteries The PDR-M4 camera uses a lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT1). (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 6 onwards and the notes described below. * The battery is not fully charged when you buy your camera. Be sure to charge the battery before you use your camera. * Before you use
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information 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. This will result in overdischarge and the battery may no longer be useable. • Store the battery in a cool place
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Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Notes On Handling the AC Adapter Be sure to use only the AC adapter (PDR-ACM1A) 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 6 onwards and the notes described below. • The AC adapter is designed for use only in the U.S.A and Canada. It cannot be used overseas. • Be sure that you do not allow the AC adapter to c
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Basic Playing Back/ Other Additional Getting Ready Photography Erasing Images Applications Information Features *1 Photography interval of 1 second *1 Replay interval of 2 seconds Startup time of 2 seconds USB interface compatible - Serial interface also compatible l High definition of 2.14 million pixels l SmartMedia l Extensive photographic functions • Expandable up to 32MB • Auto/Flash/Macro/Self-timer l Compatibility • Burst mode (4 frames in 1 second) • Image recording method compliant with
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The Function Map Let’s try using the PDR-M4 while taking a look at the Function Map below. Read these pages first. Let's change the photography settings. Let's get ready to use the PDR-M4. You can change the settings for the image that you are going to take according to your particular requirements, (P.19 – 37) location and other conditions. Setting the Image Size and Quality (P.44) Manually setting the PDR-M4 (P.56) Let's learn about basic operation. Changing the Preset Conditions (P.61) Fir
