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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
DIGITAL STILL CAMERAPDR-M71
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-M71 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-M71 In the space provided below, please record the model and Serial No. of your camera. Model No. PDR-M71 Serial No. Please retain this information for future reference. ENGLISH
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Attention For customers in the U.S.A. DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M71 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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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Before Reading This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-M71 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. Conventions Used In This Manual Trademark Information • Macintos
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The Function Map There are various ways you can take photographs on the PDR-M71, 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-M71 is provided with other handy functions. We suggest that you look at the function map below before you start using the PDR-M71. Read these pages first. Taking photographs. STEP1 – Taking photographs. (P. 41) Let’s get ready to use the PD
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications 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. 111) • Formatting SmartMedia™ (P. 91) STEP2 – Selecting the various ways to play back images. • Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness (P. 115) • Playing Back Movies (P. 81) • Switching LCD Monitor
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Contents The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M71. Turning the Power On/Off................................................ 38 Preface Turning the Power On ..................................................... 38 Turning the Power Off ..................................................... 38 Attention ............................................................................ 1 Before Reading This Manual ............................................. 3 The Function
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Contents (continued) The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M71. Taking Shots with the Automatic Exposure Bracketing Copying Images .............................................................. 98 (AEB Photography) ......................................................... 71 Print Information ...................................................
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Safety Precautions Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-M71. 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 Graphic symbol Meaning Indication Meaning Indicates a prohibited action that This indicates th
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications 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. Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire
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Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) WARNING WARNING Should you ever notice smoke, a strange Do not place the camera on inclined or odor or excessive heat coming from the unstable surfaces. camera, immediately turn OFF the power This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over. and remove the batteries 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. Take co
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications 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 Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, strong impact. smoky or dusty places.
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications Safety Precautions (continued) (continued) (continued) CAUTION CAUTION Do not charge the supplied batteries. Do not look at the sun through the camera viewfinder. Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. This may cause injury of the eyes. Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries Do not use the flash close to anyone’s in
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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. 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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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications 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. • Clean the body of the camera with a soft dry cloth. Do not use volatile liquids such as paint thinner, benze
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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) • Battery performance in general (especially Alkaline) may vary depending on individual brand, length of storage since manufacture, temperature, and operating mode of the digital camera, such as play back using LCD and strobe. L
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Additional Getting Taking Playing Erasing Handy Other Information Ready Photographs Back Images Images Functions Applications 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. About Battery Use • Do not use batteries other than tha
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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. • Be sure that you do not allow the AC adapter to contact any other metal object
