Toshiba Camileo BW10 Quick Start Guide

CAMILEO® BW10 Quick Start Guide

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Introduction

For more detailed information please refer to the User's Guide on the included CD.

Safety instructions

1 Do not drop, puncture or disassemble the camcorder; otherwise the

warranty will be voided.

2 Do not expose the camcorder to high temperature or leave it in direct

sunlight. Doing so may damage the camcorder.

3 Use the camcorder with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camcorder

body.

4 For your own safety, avoid using the camcorder when there is a storm

or lightning.

5 Do not use batteries of different specifications. Doing so may lead to

the potential for serious damage.

6 Remove the battery during long periods between usages, as a

deteriorated battery may affect the functionality of the camcorder.

7 Remove the battery if it shows signs of leaking or distortion. 8 Use only the accessories supplied by the manufacturer. 9 Keep the camcorder out of the reach of infants. 10 Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 11 Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

About the battery

❖ Only use batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. The

battery is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not replaced, used, handled or disposed of properly. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

❖ Only charge the battery in ambient temperatures between 41 and 95

degrees Fahrenheit (5 and 35 and degrees Celsius). Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened.

Waterproof* feature

❖ Never install or remove the battery without first turning off the power

and disconnecting the USB cable.

❖ Only use the supplied USB cable or a generic standard USB AC

adaptor (not supplied by Toshiba). Never attempt to charge the battery with anything other than the above chargers specified.

Waterproof* feature

This camcorder complies with Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) IPX8 (formerly JIS protection grade 8) waterproof standard and can be used in water. Note, however, that failing to heed the following precautions may result in damage or injury that is not covered by the warranty. Please take the time to carefully read and heed the following cautions.

*Can be submerged up to a maximum depth of 6.56 ft. (2.0m), for up to 60

minutes.

Before using the camcorder

❖ When closing the slot cover and port cover, make sure that no

foreign object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.

❖ Make sure that the slot cover and port cover are completely and

securely closed to prevent water from getting inside the camcorder and damaging it.

❖ Please note that the camcorder accessories are not waterproof.

Waterproof* feature

Cautions concerning use in water

❖ The waterproof properties of the camcorder apply to fresh water

and saltwater only; they do not apply to cleaning substances, chemicals or water from spas, etc. In case of a splash, immediately wipe off any moisture.

❖ Do not immerse in water at a depth greater than 6.56 ft. (2.0m). ❖ Do not subject the camcorder to high-pressure water. ❖ Do not immerse in water for longer than 60 minutes. After 60

minutes of use in water, allow it to dry for at least 10 minutes.

❖ Do not immerse in water that is warmer that 104 °F

(40 °C).

❖ Do not open and close the slot cover or port cover when the

camcorder is wet or while it is immersed in water.

❖ Do not open and close the slot cover or port cover with wet

hands.

❖ Do not open the slot cover or port cover on the beach or at the

pool side.

❖ Do not jolt the camcorder while it is immersed in water. Doing so

may cause the slot cover or port cover to open.

Waterproof* feature

Storing and maintaining your camcorder

❖ Do not leave the camcorder unwashed after it has been immersed

in salt water or if salt water is adhering to it. Doing so may cause corrosion and discoloration of the plating, as well as deterioration of the camcorder’s waterproof capability.

❖ After the camcorder has been used in water, use fresh water to

wash it. Never use soap or detergent to clean the camcorder, as doing so will cause deterioration of the camcorder’s waterproof capability.

❖ After washing the camcorder, take care to completely drain it, and

use a dry cloth to wipe off any drops of water adhering to it.

❖ Do not leave the camcorder in an environment colder than 32 °F

(0 °C) or warmer than 104 °F (40 °C), as doing so may cause deterioration of the camcorder’s waterproof capability.

Other cautions

❖ Do not subject the camcorder to severe jolts, as doing so may

deform the slot cover, port cover or the camcorder body, thus compromising its waterproof capability.

What is “JIS IPX8” (formerly “JIS protection grade 8”)?

❖ “JIS IPX8” specifies that a device is protected against the effects

of continuous immersion in water for a limited period of time.

Waterproof* feature

Before recording in water

Make sure that the slot cover and the port cover are closed. If a cover is open, water will get inside the camcorder and damage it. When closing the slot cover and port cover, make sure that no foreign object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.

There are places in the camcorder where water might accumulate, but this will not affect its waterproof properties. To care for your camcorder after using it in water, please refer to the User's Manual on the supplied DVD-ROM.

Regulatory Information

TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards:

FCC Conditions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part

15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received. Including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE compliance

This product is CE marked in accordance with the requirements of the applicable EU Directives. Responsible for CE marking is Toshiba Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. A copy of the official Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com.

Model number: CAMILEO

BW10

Waterproof* feature

Contact

Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618-1697

Telephone: (949) 583-3000

Additional Information

© Copyright 2011 TOSHIBA CORPORATION. All rights reserved. TOSHIBA reserves the right to make technical changes. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between this product and the documentation.

Trademarks

CAMILEO is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.

YouTube and the YouTube logo are registered trademarks of Google, Inc.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Getting Started

Loading the battery

Before using the camcorder, remove the protective film from the battery as shown below.

(Sample Illustration) Removing the protective film from the battery

Inserting the battery

To install the supplied battery: 1 While pressing down on the slot cover release latch, slide the

slot cover out and open.

(Sample Illustration) Opening the battery/media card slot cover

Getting Started

2 Insert the battery until it locks into place.

(Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery

3 Close the battery/media card slot cover. Secure it by sliding it

back into place.

(Sample Illustration) Closing the battery/media card slot cover

Close the slot cover and port cover securely.

If any cover is not closed or is not closed completely, the camcorder will no longer be waterproof. When closing a cover, make sure that no foreign object such as sand, hair, dust, etc. is caught in the rubber seal.

Inserting and removing a media card

Your camcorder comes with internal memory that allows you to store photos and videos. The images you capture are saved to the camcorder’s internal memory.

You can expand the memory capacity by using an optional media card. The Media card reader supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™), SDHC™ (High Capacity), and SDXC™ (Extended Capacity) Memory Cards. When a card is installed, images are recorded to and played back from the card.

An SD™ Card must be purchased separately.

To install a media card: 1 While pressing down on the slot cover release latch, slide the

slot cover out and open.

2 Insert a memory card into the slot until it locks into place as

shown below.

(Sample Illustration) Inserting the media card

Inserting and removing a media card

3 To remove an installed media card, gently press the card

inward to release it.

The card pops out slightly.

4 Pull the card straight out.

(Sample Illustration) Removing the media card

5 Close the battery/media card slot cover. Secure the cover by

sliding it back into place.

Close the slot cover and port cover securely.

Charging the battery

You must use the supplied USB cable or a generic standard USB AC adaptor (not supplied by Toshiba) to charge your camcorder before use. The camcorder should be OFF. A solid light will indicate active charging. When the light turns off, charging is complete.

❖ Do not turn on the camcorder while the battery is

charging. It is not possible to charge the battery while the camcorder is on.

❖ Do not turn off the computer while the battery is charging.

It is not possible to charge the battery while the computer is off.

❖ With certain computers, it may be possible to charge the

battery even when the computer is turned off.

You must use the supplied USB cable or a generic standard USB AC adaptor (not supplied by Toshiba) to charge your camcorder before use.

Recharging takes place only when the camcorder is turned off, or when the power save function or the sleep function has been activated. Recharging does not take place when the camcorder is in record mode or playback mode.

Charging the battery

1 To charge the battery, the camcorder must be OFF. If the

camcorder is ON, press the Power button for at least one second to turn it off.

Power button

(Sample Illustration) The Power button

2 Slide the port cover latch to the open position.

The port cover swings open.

(Sample Illustration) Opening the port cover

Charging the battery

3 Use the dedicated USB interface cable (supplied) to connect

the camcorder to a computer.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting to a computer

4 Turn on the computer to begin charging the camcorder.

The multi-indicator light glows orange.

❖ The indicator light turns off when charging is complete ❖ Charge time is approximately 220 minutes

5 When charging is complete close the port cover, ensuring that

it closes tightly.

Your camcorder was supplied with a USB cable, providing the ability to charge the battery via USB connection on your computer. To charge your battery via AC power, you may purchase a standard USB AC adaptor (not supplied by Toshiba) with the following minimum specifications:

Output DC5V more than 500mA.

Close the slot cover and port cover securely.

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