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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M70
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 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. Once you have finished reading this Instruction Manual, keep it handy at all times. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M70 In the space provided below, please record the model and Serial No. of your camera. Model No. PDR-M70 Serial No. Please retain this information for future reference. ENGLISH
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information 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 in
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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. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. Imaging Systems Division 9740 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, California 92618-1697 Phone Number: (800)288-1354 For customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information 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. Trademark Information Conventions Used In This Manual • Macintos
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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. Read these pages first. Taking photographs. STEP1 – Taking photographs. (P. 43) Let’s get ready to use the PD
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information The Function Map (continued) Playing back your photographed images Setting the basic camera settings STEP1 – Let’s play back some images. (P. 80) • Setting the Date and Time (P. 115) • Formatting SmartMedia™(P. 94) STEP2 – Selecting the various ways to play back images. • Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness (P. 119) • Playing Back Movies (P. 81) • Turning the LCD Monito
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Contents The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M70. Turning the Power OFF ..................................................... 39 Preface n Attention ............................................................................ 1 Taking Photographs n Before Reading This Manual ............................................ 3 n How to Hold Your Camera .............................................. 40 n The Function Map ..........................................................
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information Contents (continued) The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M70. n Changing the Preset Conditions n Print Information ........................................................... 103 (RECORDING MENU) .................................................... 76 n Protecting Images ......................................................... 107 PREVIEW .......
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Safety Precautions Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-M70. 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 indicat
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions 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. ter
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Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) WARNING WARNING Should you ever notice smoke, a strange Do not place the camera on wobbly, odor or excessive heat coming from the inclined or unstable surfaces. camera, immediately turn OFF the power This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over. and remove the battery and AC adapter. Do not use in areas near water. Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock or burns. For details on repair, This might cause fire or electric shock. T
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions 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 p
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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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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) (continued) CAUTION CAUTION Do not subject the LCD monitor 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 fl
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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 8 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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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Information Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) l 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. • Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do not use volatile liquids such as paint thinner, benzene
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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. * The battery is not fully charged when you buy your camera. Be sure to charge the battery before you use y
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Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Additional Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions 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
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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. • Be sure that you do not allow the AC adapter to contact any other metal object as this might cause a short circuit. • To connect the AC adapter, firmly inse
