TOSHIBA PDR-5300 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-5300 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-5300

Attention

For customers in the U.S.A.

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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.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

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 interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Change the direction of the radio or TV antenna.

Move the equipment or the radio or TV. For example, if the equipment is to the right of the TV, move it to the left of the TV.

Or, move the equipment farther away from the radio or TV.

•Plug the equipment into a different outlet. Don’t plug your radio or TV into the same circuit as your equipment.

•Ensure that all expansion slots (on the back or side of the equipment) are covered. Also, ensure that all metal retaining brackets are tightly attached to the equipment.

•If these suggestions don’t help, consult your equipment dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

Changes or modification made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user 's authority to operate the equipment.

TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.

Imaging Systems Division

9740 Irvine Boulevard,

Irvine, California 92618-1697

Phone Number: [phone]

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

In the space provided below, please record the model and

Serial No. of your camera.

Model No.

Serial No.

Please retain this information for future reference.

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Preface

Before Using Your Camera

Accessories

Safety Precautions

Contents

Handling Your Camera

Notes On Handling Battery

Handling the AC Adapter Correctly Handling the Supplied SD Card Correctly

Before Using Your Camera

	Thank you for purchasing this TOSHIBA Digital Still Camera.
Preface	To ensure that you use the Toshiba PDR-5300 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.
	The design, specifications, software and contents of this Instruction Manual are subject to
	change without notice in the interest of product improvement.

The illustrations in this manual are exaggerated and simplified for ease of viewing, so there can be slight differences between them and the actual product.

Getting	Ready	Trademark Information
		• Microsoft, Windows, DirectX and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks
			in the U.S. and other countries by the U.S. Microsoft Corporation. Windows is an abbrevi-
			ated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operating System.
Taking	Photographs	• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks or registered
			trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
		• ACDSee is a trademark of ACD Systems Co.
		• SD logo is a trademark.
		• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG in Germany.
		• Other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respec-
			tive companies.
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		Images taken with digital still cameras are for personal enjoyment only and must not be
		used, indicated, distributed, or exhibited, etc. otherwise without the permission of the
		copyright holder as per copyright laws.
		Note that photographing some performances, exhibitions, etc., is restricted even when
		photographs are taken for personal enjoyment. In addition, the transfer of memory cards
to	thePC	(SD cards, etc.) containing copyrighted images and files is limited to purposes within the
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		range permitted by copyright laws.
		About the Used Terms
			Windows 98 refers to Microsoft® Windows® 98 Operating System.
UsefulOther		•	Windows 2000
	Information		Windows 2000 refers to Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Operating System.
		•	Windows Me
			Windows Me refers to Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Operating System.
		•	Windows XP
			Windows XP refers to Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System.
		U.S.A. Only
Additional	Information	“WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories

sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause [cancer, and] birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.”

This digital still camera supports Exif Print.

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Accessories

Make sure that you have all of the items below. If any item is missing, damaged or
mismatched, promptly contact your dealer.	Preface
In addition to the accessories below, printed materials such as notices or product
descriptions may also be included.

AC adapter: (CEX0107A) or (ADP-15HH A) included.

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USB driver (for Windows 98)
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Safety Precautions

		● Read these safety precautions carefully before using this product.
Preface		● These precautions provide valuable safety instructions that you must observe.
		● The indications used for the precautions have the following meanings:
				Indication definitions
				Indication			Meaning
				DANGER			Indicates the existence of an imminent hazard such that death or
Getting	Ready						serious bodily injury (*1) may result from improper use.
							injury (*1) may result from improper use.
							Indicates the existence of a hazard such that death or serious bodily
				CAUTION			Indicates the existence of a hazard such that bodily injury (*2) or
							property damage (*3) may result from improper use.
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							*2: “Bodily injury” means injuries, burns, electric shock, etc. which does
							*1: “Serious bodily injury” means loss of eyesight, injuries, burns (high
							and low temperature), electric shock, fracture, poisoning, etc. which
							leaves a sequela and requires hospitalization or prolonged
							treatment.
							not require hospitalization or prolonged treatment.
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							effects, domesticated animals, pets, etc.
				Graphic symbol definitions
			Graphic symbol				Meaning
							Indicates a prohibited action that must not be carried out. The actual
to							prohibited action is indicated in the symbol or nearby graphically, or
							described in text.
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							described in text.
							Indicates a necessary action that must be carried out. The actual
							necessary action is indicated in the symbol or nearby graphically, or
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			intentional or negligent misuse by the user, or use under other abnormal operating conditions.
		Liability of Disclaimer
		•	Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility in the case of damages arising from natural
			disasters such as earthquakes, lightning, fire, acts by third parties, other accidents, either
		• Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for incidental damages (lost profit, suspension
			of business activities, corruption or loss of the memory contents, etc) arising from the use
Additional	Information	•	of or the inability to use this product.
			Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from repair or

• Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damage arising from not having followed the descriptions in the Instruction Manual.

• Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from malfunctions resulting from combination with equipment or software that is not related to Toshiba Corporation.

modifications made by the user or an unauthorized third party.

• Toshiba’s liability for the product shall not exceed the purchase price of the product under any circumstances within the limits of the law.

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When using the product

WARNING

Should you ever notice a strange odor, smoke, or excessive heat coming from the camera, remove the batteriy and AC adapter.

Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock, or burns. Take care not to burn yourself if the battery gets hot. For details on repair, consult the store of purchase.

If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteriy and AC adapter.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteriy and AC adapter.

Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.

Do not allow metallic objects or flammable foreign matter inside the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Do not insert or drop foreign objects in the battery/SD card slot, terminals, other holes or openings.

Do not use the camera in areas near water.

This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.

Do not use the camera in the bath or shower.

This might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.

This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.

Do not disassemble, change, or repair the camera.

This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.

Do not touch power cables and TV cables during a thunderstorm.

This might cause electric shock.

Do not use the camera while walking, driving, or riding a motorcycle.

This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident.

CAUTION

If you want to use the camera on an airplane, consult the airline company and follow their instructions.

Use of the camera is sometimes restricted because of potential radio interference.

Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.

This might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside a car.

This might adversely affect the case or the internal parts, resulting in fire.

Do not play the supplied CD-ROM with a music CD player or a similar device.

This might damage the headphone or speaker, and/or may damage your ears.

Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impact.

This might cause fire, electric shock.

Before moving the camera, disconnect the cables.

Neglecting this might damage the cables, resulting in fire or electric shock.

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Safety Precautions (Continued)

Do not wrap the camera or place it cloth or blankets.

This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-ventilated place.

CAUTION (Continued)

Do not fire the flash near the eyes.

This might cause temporary damage to the eyesight.

Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.

Do not swing the camera while walking.

If you hold the strap and swing the camera, the camera might come into contact to other people or any object, resulting in injury.

Before cleaning the camera, remove the batteriy and AC adapter.

Neglecting this might cause electric shock.

This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.

For the internal cleaning of the camera, consult the store of purchase every two years.

Do not look at the sun through the		If dust accumulates inside the camera,
viewfinder.		this might result in fire. Consult the
This might cause damage to the		store of purchase regarding the
		cleaning costs.
eyesight.

About the AC adapter

Use the supplied AC with the indicated power voltage.

Use with any other power

voltage might cause fire or electric shock.

Do not disassemble, repair the AC adapter.

This might cause fire or

If dirt or dust has adhered plug on the AC adapter plug joints, remove the the power source and

The insulation decrease of the plug might result in fire.

blankets over connected with

place the adapter an electric

This might cause fire.

Do not damage, modify heat the AC

the AC adapter

heavy on it, or pinch it. twist, or bundle the AC with an excessive force.

cause fire or electric

CAUTION

Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter plug with a wet hand.

This might cause electric shock.

Do not remove the AC adapter plug from a wall outlet by pulling the actual cable.

This might damage the cable or plug, resulting in fire or electric shock. Make sure to hold the plug when removing it.

Use only the supplied AC adapter and power cable.

Use of an AC adapter other than specified might cause fire.

If you plan not to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the AC adapter plug from a wall outlet.

Malfunction on the camera, if it happens, might result in fire.

Do not use the AC adapter with another model or device.

This might cause fire or malfunction.

Firmly insert the AC adapter plug into a wall outlet.

Neglecting this might cause fire or electric shock.

About batteries

DANGER

Do not hit the batteries with a hammer, or step, drop, or subject the batteries to strong impact.

This might cause the batteries to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or serious injury.

Do not heat, disassemble or throw the batteries into fire or water.

This might cause the batteries to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or serious injury.

Do not charge the battery by a method other than the specified charging method.

Failing to do so may cause an explosion or fire.

Cover the electrodes (+ and - terminals) with insulating tape before taking the batteries to a recycling service.

Short-circuiting of the electrodes could cause an explosion or fire.

Use the batteries only for specified applications.

Use of the batteries for other applications might cause them to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or serious injury.

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

Do not leave batteries within the reach of small children.

Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If you accidentally swallow the battery, contact a doctor immediately.

If fluid leaks from the batteries and comes into contact with your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with clean, running water, and ask a physician for treatment.

Leaving your eyes in this condition might cause eye damage.

Use only the specified batteries (PDR-BT3).

Use of a battery other than specified might cause fire.

Do not connect the battery electrodes (+ or - terminals) with wire or other metallic objects. Also, do not carry or store batteries together with metallic necklaces, or pins or other metallic objects.

Short-circuiting of the electrodes might cause the batteries to heat up, rupture or ignite.

CAUTION

Insert the battery carefully making sure that their polarities (marked by + and -) are facing the correct way.

Inserting the battery with its polarities facing the wrong way, this might cause fire or injury, or damage to the surrounding area due to the battery rupturing or leaking.

Apply tape or otherwise cover the electrodes and then store or dispose of the used batteries.

Storing or disposing of batteries as they are might cause the batteries to leak fluid, heat up or rupture, resulting in burns or injury.

Do not leave unusable or discharged battery in the camera.

Doing so could result in the battery exploding, catching fire, or heating and could cause fire, burns or injury.

Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.

The battery become hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.

Contents

Attention .......................................................

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Preface

Before Using Your Camera ..........................	4
Accessories ..................................................	5
Safety Precautions .......................................	6
Contents .....................................................	11
Handling Your Camera ...............................	12
Notes On Handling Battery ........................	13
Handling the AC Adapter Correctly ............	14
Handling the Supplied SD Card Correctly ..	15

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Names of the Parts ....................................	18
Inserting and Removing the Battery ...........	20
Charging the Battery ..................................	22
Inserting and Removing the SD Card ........	24
Turning the Power On/Off ..........................	25
Setting the Language and Date .................	26

Taking Photographs

[	] Taking Photographs in Auto
Photography Mode .....................................		28
LCD Monitor Indications When Photographing ...		30
Zoom Photography .....................................		31
Setting the Flash ........................................		32
Setting the Focus .......................................		34
Self-timer/Photographing at Intervals .........		36
Setting the Scene Mode .............................		38
[	] Taking Photographs in Program
(Automatic Exposure) Mode .......................		39
[	] Taking Photographs in Shutter Speed
Priority Mode ..............................................		40
[	] Taking Photographs in Aperture
Priority Mode ..............................................		42
[ ] Taking Photographs in Manual Mode ...		43
Exposure Compensation/Backlight Correction ....		44
Taking Movies ............................................		45
Changing the Settings of the Photography
Menu (Picture) ............................................		46
•	Size .............................................................	47
•	Quality ........................................................	48
•	Sharpness ..................................................	48
•	Contrast ......................................................	49
•	Color ...........................................................	49
Changing the Settings of the Photography
Menu (Function) .........................................		50
•	Capture Mode .............................................	51
•	Voice Memo ................................................	51
•	LCD Bright. .................................................	52
•	Digital Zoom ...............................................	52
•	Preview .......................................................	53
•	Interval ........................................................	54
Changing the Settings of the Photography
Menu (AE/AWB) .........................................		55
•	White Balance ............................................	56

•	Metering .....................................................	56
•	ISO .............................................................	57
•	Manual WB .................................................	58
Playing Back/Deleting Photographed Images
Playing Back Photographed Images ..........		60
Displaying Image Information .....................		61
Displaying a List of Images
(Thumbnail Display) ...................................		62
Displaying Images Enlarged ......................		63
Playing Back Movies ..................................		64
Changing the Playback Menu Settings ......		66
•	Slide Show ..................................................	67
•	DPOF .........................................................	67
•	Protect ........................................................	67
•	LCD Bright. .................................................	67
Protecting Images ......................................		68
DPOF Settings ...........................................		70
Recording Voice Memos ............................		73
Erasing Images ..........................................		74
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About Your Software ..................................		78
Connecting to the PC .................................		79
Connecting to a Windows PC ....................		80
Connecting to a Macintosh .........................		84
Changing the Image Size ...........................		87
Copying Computer Images to the
Camera ......................................................		88
Disconnecting the Camera from the PC .....		89
	Other Useful Information
Changing the System Settings (Basic) .......		92
•	Card Info. ....................................................	93
•	Fr. No. Reset ..............................................	93
•	Format ........................................................	94
•	Sound .........................................................	94
•	Beep ...........................................................	95
•	Auto OFF ....................................................	95
Changing the System Settings (Custom) ...		96
•	Date/Time ...................................................	97
•	Sys. Reset ..................................................	97
•	Language ...................................................	98
•	Video Output ...............................................	98
•	System Info. ...............................................	99
LED Color .................................................		100
Taking and Playing Back
Photographs on a TV ...............................		101
	Additional Information
Specifications ...........................................		104
Warning Messages ...................................		105
Troubleshooting ........................................		106
Q&A ..........................................................		108
Glossary ...................................................		109
Global Contacts ........................................		110
Index ........................................................		111

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Handling

Your

Camera

Before using the camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions

Preface

( page 6) 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

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• Places filled with highly flammable gas

• Places near gasoline, benzene, or paint thinner

• Places subject to strong vibration

• Places subject to smoke or steam

• Places subject to strong magnetic fields (near electric motors, transformers, magnets, etc.)

• Places contacting chemicals (such as pesticides), rubber or vinyl products for a long period

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of time

it will also no longer be repairable.

Do not Expose the Camera to Sand

If the camera comes into contact with sand, not only will the camera become damaged,

Take special care when using the camera at the seaside, sandy areas or places where

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sand dust is likely to occur.

Pay Attention to Condensation

Due to a sudden change in temperature, such as when you move the camera from a

cold location to a warm one, water droplets (condensation) may form on the inside of

the camera or on the lens.

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When Cleaning the Camera

condensation forms on the SD Memory card, remove the SD card, wipe off any

condensation and wait a short time before using it again.

• To prevent the lens and the surface of the LCD monitor from being scratched, blow off any

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dust from them 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 because these may react with the camera body and cause

deformation or remove the coating.

Be Careful of Magnetic Fields

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Information

Please do not allow items that are easily affected by magnetic fields to come close to

the speaker of the camera; these include credit and cash cards, magnetic passes,

computer diskettes, etc. Doing so could result in data loss and render the item

unusable.

Firmware Version Upgrade

For better use, the firmware of the camera may be upgraded after shipment. The

methods of version upgrade are available in our website.

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“Global Contacts” page 110.

Notes On Handling Battery

When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions
( page 6) and the notes described below.	Preface
* The battery is not fully charged when you buy your battery. Be sure to charge the
battery before use.

About Battery Use

• The battery gradually discharges even when not used. Charge the battery one or two days

before use.
• To maximize the battery life, switch the camera OFF as often as possible when it is not	Ready Getting
fully charged battery. You can also increase the amount of power produced by putting the
being used.
• In cold locations, the number of frames that can be taken decreases. Take along a spare
battery in your pocket or another warm place to heat it and then loading it into the camera
just before you take a picture.
• Always keep the terminals in a clean state.	Photographs Taking
• If the battery is used for a long time, the battery itself will become warm. This is normal and
not a malfunction.
• The batteries are consumable products. At normal temperatures (+77°F <+25°C>), this
battery can be recharged for use about 300 times. If the battery runs out quickly, this
indicates that the battery has reached the end of its effective life and should be replaced.

When Not Using the Battery for a Long Time

	• When the battery is not in use, be sure to remove it from the camera body. If the battery is	PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
	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 over discharge and the battery may no longer be
	useable.
	• If the battery is not to be used for a while, store it after there is no power left. If the battery
	is stored for a long time in a fully charged state, its performance may be impaired.
	• When the battery is to be stored for a long time, fully charge the battery and then use the
	battery until there is no power left once every year and then store it.
	• Store the battery in a cool place. We recommend a dry place with a surrounding temperature	thePC	Connecting
	of +59°F (+15°C) to +77°F (+25°C). Avoid storing the battery in extremely hot or cold places.

Charging the Battery

• When you use the battery for the first time or when the battery has not been used for a long		to
time, be sure to charge the battery before use.
• Use only the specified AC adapter.		Information UsefulOther
• This battery does not need to be fully discharged or exhausted before being charged.
• The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after being used. This
is normal and not a malfunction.
• The battery can be charged at temperatures between +41°F (+5°C) and +104°F (+40°C),
but should be charged between +50°F (+10°C) and +86°F (+30°C) to obtain maximum
battery performance.
• Do not recharge a fully charged battery.		Information Additional
Nominal voltage	: 3.7V
Specifications
Lithium-ion battery (PDR-BT3)
Nominal capacity	: 1035 mAh
Operating Temperature : +41°F (+5°C) to +104°F (+40°C)
Dimensions	: 35.2 mm (W) x 53.0 mm (H) x 7.0 mm (D)
Weight	: Approx. 28g

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Handling the AC Adapter Correctly

Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter (CEX0107A or ADP-15HH A). Using a different AC adapter might cause the camera to malfunction.

	Preface		Before using the AC adapter, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions
			( page 6) and the notes described below:
			• Do not allow the connectors on the AC adapter to contact any other metal object because
			this might cause a short circuit.
			• To connect the AC adapter, fully insert the plug on the AC adapter into the DC IN 5V
			terminal on the camera.
	Getting	Ready	• When removing the AC adapter cable, turn the camera off, then disconnect the cable while
			holding its plug. Do not disconnect the cable by pulling the actual cable.
			• Do not drop the AC adapter or subject it to strong impacts.
			• Do not use the AC adapter in very hot and humid places.
			• Do not insert the plug on the AC adapter while the battery is being used. Switch the camera
			off first.
	Taking	Photographs	• The AC adapter is for indoor use only.
			• If you remove the battery or AC adapter while the camera is in operation, the date may be
			• Do not connect the supplied AC adapter to a device other than this camera.
			• The AC adapter may sometimes become warm during use. This does not designate
			malfunction.
			• Buzzing noises may come form inside the camera. This does not designate malfunction.
			• Do not use the AC adapter near a radio because it could interfere with the radio.
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			Specifications	AC adapter (CEX0107A)		AC adapter (ADP-15HH A)
			Input	100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
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			Rated output	5 V DC, 3 A
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			Operating temperature	32°F (0°C) to +104°F (+40°C)
			Storage temperature	-4°F (-20°C) to +149°F (+65°C)
			Dimensions (W x H x D)	40mm X 30.5mm X 94.2mm		50mm X 28.0mm X 65.0mm
			Weight	Approx.150g
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			Memo • Use the power supply indicated on the supplied AC cable. When using power supply
			other than the displayed voltage in other countries/region, please purchase the AC
	Additional	Information	cord that applies to the standard of the country/region.
			• The AC adapter can be used with 100V to 240V.

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Handling the Supplied SD Card Correctly

In this Instruction Manual, the SD memory card is called an SD card. Read and observe the following when handling the supplied SD card.

Cautions

•The SD card includes a non-volatile semiconductor memory (NAND Flash memory). Under normal use data saved in the SD card is not damaged or lost. If used improperly, however, the data may be damaged or lost. Please be aware that Toshiba Corporation will accept no responsibility whatsoever for damaged or lost data, regardless of the type or cause of the problem or damage.

•The SD card uses part of the memory as its system area. The actually usable memory capacity is therefore lower than the indicated capacity.

•The supplied SD card has been already formatted for image storage. Always use this camera when reformatting the card to erase images or folders. Formatting the SD card on other devices (PC, etc.) may result in problems such as inability to read or write data.

•We strongly recommend that you make backups of important data.

•When the SD card comes to the end of its life, it does not allow image data to be written or deleted. If this happens, purchase a new SD card.

•This camera conforms to the SD standard Ver. 1.01.

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Write Protection

	To prevent valuable data from being erased
	accidentally, switch the write protection tab at the
	side of the SD card to “LOCK.” To save, edit, or		LOCK	LOCK
	erase data in the card, cancel the write protection			PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
	state.	Write protection
				Write protection
		tab		state	Connecting
	Specifications			thePC
					to
	Memory type	: NAND Flash memory
	Operating temperature	: +32°F (0°C) to +131°F (+55°C)
	Storage temperature	: –4°F (–20°C) to +149°F (+65°C)		Information	OtherUseful
	Operating/Storage humidity : 30% to 80% (no condensation)
	Dimensions	: 24.0 mm × 32.0 mm × 2.1 mm (W × H × D)
	Weight	: Approx. 2g

Important

• They are checked up with SD card published by June 2003.

• The operation of all SD cards available on the market cannot be guaranteed.

Information

Additional

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Getting Ready

Names of the Parts

Inserting and Removing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Inserting and Removing the SD Card

Turning the Power On/Off

Setting the Language and Date

Names of the Parts

Preface
Getting	Ready
Taking	Photographs
PlayingBack/Deleting	PhotographedImages
Connectingto	thePC
OtherUseful	Information
Additional	Information

Mode dial

Shutter button

Page 28

POWER button

Page 25

Lens

Viewfinder

Diopter adjustment dial

Page 28

LCD monitor

MENU Button

(Erase) Button

Page 74, 75

DISP button

Page 61

Tripod mount

Attaching the Hand Strap

Attach the strap as illustrated in the diagram below.

Microphone

Self-timer LED (AF auxiliary light)

Viewfinder window

Flash

Page 32

A/V OUT/DIGITAL terminal Page 80, 84, 101

DC IN 5V terminal

Page 22

Viewfinder LED

Page 28, 100

T(Tele) W(Wide) button

Page 31, 63 Speaker Search dial

OK/Direction button

Strap holder

Battery/SD card cover Page 20

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OK/Direction button

	(Exposure compensation		(Focus) button
			Page 34
	button Page 44
			(Flash) button
			Page 32
	OK button		/INT. (Self-timer) button
			Page 36
Mode dial
Aperture priority mode			Manual photography mode
	Page 42		Page 43
Shutter speed priority mode			Portrait mode
	Page 40		Page 38
Program (auto exposure) mode			Sports mode
	Page 39		Page 38
Auto photography mode			Night scene mode
	Page 28		Page 38
Playback mode			Movie mode
	Page 60, 64		Page 45
PC mode			SET-UP mode
	Page 80, 84		Page 92
	: photography mode
Icon	Mode	Description		Page
	SET-UP	Performs basic settings of the camera.		92
	Movie	Takes movies.		45
	Night scene	Select this when photographing evening or night scenes.		38
	Sports	Select this when photographing fast-moving subjects.		38
	Portrait	Select this when you wish to photograph a person		38
		and blur the background.
	Manual photography	Select this when you wish to manually set the		43
		shutter speed and aperture.
	Aperture priority	Select this when you wish to photograph with		42
		aperture priority.
	Shutter speed priority	Select this when you wish to photograph with		40
		shutter speed priority.
	Program (auto exposure)	This permits the shutter speed and aperture to be		39
		set automatically and other factors to be set manually.
	Auto photography	The camera is automatically set for exposure, etc.		28
	Playback	Performs image playback, deletion, and writing of		60,64
		the print information.
	PC	Downloads the image to the personal computer.		80,84

	Preface
Ready	Getting
Photographs	Taking
PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
thePC	Connecting
	to
Information	OtherUseful
Information	Additional

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Inserting

and

Removing

the

Battery

This camera must be used with dedicated rechargeable lithium-ion battery (PDR-BT3).

Preface

This battery is merely called battery in this Instruction Manual. You cannot use other types

Before starting

of battery. Charge the battery before using the camera. ( page 22)

Confirm that the power of the camera is off.

Getting Ready

Inserting the Battery

Open the battery/SD card cover.

Taking Photographs	1
	2

Slide the battery/SD cover in the arrow direction 1, then open it 2.

Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown.

Back/DeletingPlaying ImagesPhotographed	Tilt the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow
	and orient the battery so that the label is at the LCD
	monitor side, then insert the battery.
	You should insert the battery as far as they go.

to	thePC		Battery lock lever
Connecting		Close the battery/SD card cover.
			Close the battery/SD card cover 1, then slide it in
		2	the arrow direction 2.
UsefulOther	Information		Make sure that the cover is firmly closed.
		1

	Additional Information	Important • When the battery is inserted without having properly performed the completion
		operation, the camera might not operate properly. Should this happen, please switch
		the power on one more time.

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Removing the Battery

Open the battery/SD card cover and then release the battery lock lever. When the battery has come out a little, slowly pull it out the rest of the way.

Important • When removing the battery, be sure to turn off the power of the camera beforehand. Removing the battery while the power is on could cause breakdown or the loss of important data.

•Removing the battery while the power is on could result in the camera settings returning to the initial default settings. Should this happen, please perform the settings again.

•When removing the battery, please be careful not to drop it by mistake.

	Preface
Ready	Getting
Photographs	Taking
PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
thePC	Connecting
	to
Information	OtherUseful
Information	Additional

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Charging the Battery

Charge the battery before the camera is used for the first time or when the battery reserve is low. It takes approximately 4 hours to complete charging.

	Preface		Before starting
			Confirm that the power of the camera is off and then load the battery ( page 20).
	Getting	Ready
	Taking	Photographs
	Back/DeletingPlaying	ImagesPhotographed	Insert the AC plug on the AC adapter to an wall outlet.
			Insert the appropriate end of the AC cable into the AC
	to		adapter.
		thePC
	Connecting		Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN 5 V
			connector of the camera.
			The Viewfinder LED lights green when charging is started and goes off when
	UsefulOther	Information	charging is completed. It lights orange when a charging error occurs.
			If you wish to use the camera when the battery charging is in progress, use the
			camera with the AC adapter connected.
			Important •	If any problem occurs during charging, pull the AC adapter plug out from the wall
				outlet, then remove the battery from the camera.
	Additional	Information	•	Before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter, make sure to turn the camera
				off. Neglecting this could cause malfunction and/or damage the saved image data
				even with the battery loaded.
			•	When using the AC adapter after incorrectly terminating the camera, the camera may
				not be correctly initiated. If this happens, turn the power off, then turn it on again.
			•	If the camera has been used at high temperatures, for example, under the blazing
				sun, charging may not start immediately because heat piled up inside the camera
				causes the internal sensor to operate. If this happens, wait until the camera cools off
				and then perform charging.

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Memo • Use of the AC adapter is recommended when the camera will be used indoors over an extended period, or when images will be transferred to a personal computer, etc.

•The battery must be charged when the ambient temperature is in the range from +50°F (+10°C) to +86°F (+30°C).

Battery Wear

When the power is turned on, the camera shows the remaining battery power on the LCD monitor.

Display
Meaning Sufficient amount left	Fairly consumed	Nearly exhausted

About battery wear

The battery wear may vary depending on length of storage since manufacture of the battery, temperature of the camera and battery, and operating condition such as flash. Moreover, if the polarities of the battery (+ or –) and the terminal of the camera that come in contact with the electrodes are contaminated, electricity will not flow properly and the camera will decide that the battery are exhausted. When removing and loading the battery, be careful not to tap these parts. If the parts are contaminated, clean with a dry cloth.

When using the supplied Lithium-ion battery pack, the number of photographs that can be taken are shown as below.

Photography mode
Conditions	: +77°F (+25°C), Flash use rate 100%
Photography interval	: 1 frame every 30 seconds
Possible number of frames	: Approx. 130 frames
Playback mode
Conditions	: +77°F (+25°C), Slideshow executed
Playback time	: Approx. 90 minutes

*The number of frames and playback time mentioned here are only reference values, they are not guaranteed.

Using the battery efficiently

•This camera consumes electricity even with the power off while the amount is extremely small. We therefore recommend that the battery be removed when not using the camera for a long period of time. If the camera is left without battery about four hours, the date, time and other settings may be reset to the factory defaults. If this happens, set the correct date and time again before using the camera.

•When using the camera in cold areas, keep the camera and battery warm by holding them inside your outer cloth.

Battery performance lowered through low temperature will return to normal when a normal temperature is restored (+77°F <+25°C>).

	Preface
Ready	Getting
Photographs	Taking
PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
thePC	Connecting
	to
Information	OtherUseful
Information	Additional

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Inserting and Removing the SD Card

		Images photographed with this camera will be stored in the SD card. Without inserting the
	Preface	SD card, you cannot take photographs using the camera.
		Before starting
		Before inserting or removing the SD card, make sure that the power of the camera
		is off.

Inserting the SD card

	Getting	Ready	Open the battery/SD card cover.
	Taking	Photographs	Insert the SD card in the correct orientation shown.
			Hold the SD card with its metal contact end surface
			facing the LCD monitor side, then insert the card as
			far as it can go.
	PlayingBack/Deleting	PhotographedImages	Close the battery/SD card cover.
	to	thePC
	Connecting		Removing the SD card
			Open the battery/SD card cover, push the card once so that
	OtherUseful	Information	the card is slightly ejected, then remove the card slowly.
			Important • Never open the battery/SD card cover or remove the card while the card is being
			recorded (the viewfinder LED lights red). Neglecting this could damage the SD
			card or the data in the SD card.
			• An SD card used with another model or device cannot be used with this camera
	Additional	Information	as it is. Reformat it by this camera before taking photographs (	page 94).
			• This camera does not support MultiMediaCardTM.

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Turning the Power On/Off

Before starting

Load the battery and insert the SD card. See “Inserting and removing the Battery”	Preface
page 20, “Charging the Battery” page 22 and “Inserting and Removing the SD
Card” page 24

Turning the power on

Press the POWER button to turn the power ON.				Ready	Getting
			initiated.
			The Viewfinder LED lights green and the camera is
			When the power is turned on, the camera will start in
			the mode that was set with the mode dial.
				Photographs	Taking
Memo •		The power is turned off automatically when the camera has not been operated for a
		fixed period of time. This function is called Auto OFF. To return to the operating
		condition, turn the power on again.		PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
		“Auto OFF” page 95
	•	After the power is turned on, it may take several seconds to charge the flash. While
		the flash is being charged, the Viewfinder LED lights orange, then the camera is not
		yet ready for photography. Start photography after the Viewfinder LED is turned off.
Turning the Power OFF				thePC	Connecting
The power turns OFF.
Press the POWER button to turn the power OFF.
					to
				Information	OtherUseful
				Information	Additional

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Setting the Language and Date

		When the camera is used for the first time, the message [Date/Time data has been lost] is
	Preface	displayed on the LCD monitor. Please set the display language and the date and time.
		The same message will also be displayed when the camera is used after being left for a
		long time without the battery installed. Please set the date and time.

Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the button.

Getting						[Custom] of the set-up menu is displayed.
	Ready
Taking	Photographs	Select the [Language] with the					buttons and
		press the OK button.
		Basic	Custom			The Language setting screen will be displayed.
		Date/Time		English		Select the display language with the		buttons
Back/DeletingPlaying	ImagesPhotographed	Sys. Reset		Français
		Language		Deutsch		and press the OK button.
		Video Output		Español
		System Info.				The setting will be stored.
				or : Select Page
		OK : Adjust		or : Select Item
to	PCthe	Select the [Date/Time] with the					buttons and
Connecting		press the OK button.
		The Date/Time setting screen will be displayed.
		Select the setting items with the					buttons and set
UsefulOther	Information	the date and time with the					buttons.
		Basic	Custom
		Date/Time YYYY/MM/DD
		2003	01		01
			00	:	15
Additional	Information			or	: Select Item
		OK : Adjust		or	: Change Value

Check the setting contents and press the OK button.

The setting will be stored and the screen will return to the set-up menu.

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Taking Photographs

[ ] Taking Photographs in Auto Photography Mode LCD Monitor Indications When Photographing

Zoom Photography

Setting the Flash

Setting the Focus

Self-timer/Photographing at Intervals

Setting the Scene Mode

[ ] Taking Photographs in Program (Automatic Exposure) Mode [ ] Taking Photographs in Shutter Speed Priority Mode [ ] Taking Photographs in Aperture Priority Mode [ ] Taking Photographs in Manual Mode Exposure Compensation/Backlight Correction

Taking Movies

Changing the Settings of the Photography Menu (Picture)

Changing the Settings of the Photography Menu (Function)

Changing the Settings of the Photography Menu (AE/AWB)

[ ] Taking Photographs in Auto Photography Mode

		Auto photography is a typical method of photography. Photographs can be taken simply
	Preface	because the exposure (i.e., the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting) is
		controlled automatically to suit the photographic conditions.
		Prepare for photography.

Insert the battery ( page 20) and the SD card ( page 24) into the camera.

	Getting Ready	Press the POWER button to turn the power on.
		Set the mode dial to [	].
	Taking Photographs

Back/DeletingPlaying ImagesPhotographed	Compose the picture while viewing the LCD monitor or
	the viewfinder.
	When using the viewfinder, turn the “diopter adjustment dial” until the viewfinder
	image is displayed clearly.

When the LCD monitor is too bright or too dark, adjust the brightness.

to		“LCD Bright.”	page 52
Connecting	thePC			automatically focuses and calculates the exposure, and at
		Press the shutter button halfway 1, and press it fully 2.
		1Press down halfway.		At the shutter button halfway down position, the camera
				the fully pressed position the camera takes the photograph.
				The focus area frame turns light blue and the viewfinder
UsefulOther	Information			LED lights green when the camera is in focus and the
				exposure is calculated.
				When the focus or exposure is not suitable, the frame of the
				focus area turns yellow and the viewfinder LED flashes red.
				If the photographic preview is set to “ON”, the
		2Press down fully.		preview image (captured image) will be displayed
				while the image is being recorded onto the SD card.
Additional	Information			“Preview”	page 53
		Important• After you have taken photographs, the viewfinder LED stays flash red while the image
		When the voice memo is set to “ON”, [VOICE RECORDING] will be displayed on the
		screen immediately after the photography, and the voice memo recording will start.
		“Recording Voice Memos”		page 51, 73
		is recorded onto the SD card. While the viewfinder LED is flashing red, do not open the
		battery/ SD card cover, nor remove the battery or SD card. Doing so might damage the
		SD card or destroy the data of the SD card.

•When taking photographs, be careful not to allow the strap or your fingers to come in contact with the lens or flash.

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Focusing

•If you want to focus and set exposure for a subject which is not in the center of the screen, move the camera so that the subject is located at the center of the screen, press the shutter button down halfway (to engage the Auto Focus/Auto Exposure lock) and keep the shutter button in this position while you reframe your picture and press the shutter button the rest of the way to complete the photograph.

•This product uses an accurate auto-focus mechanism. However, under conditions and for subjects such as the following, auto focusing might be difficult or the subject might not be in focus:

·When there are objects in front of or behind the subject (such as animals inside cages or people in front of trees)

·Subjects with luster such as a mirror or car body

·Subjects that do not readily reflect light such as hair or fur

·When the contrast is extremely low (such as people wearing clothes that are the same color as the background)

·Subjects moving at high speed

·Subjects that lack solid form such as smoke or flame

·Subjects viewed through glass

·When subjects are far away and dark

Memo • Constantly bright or dark spots, or colored spots may be visible in the LCD monitor; however, this is not a malfunction. Also note that such spots do not exist in the recorded images.

•The image of the LCD monitor sometimes darkens during the time between pressing the shutter button down halfway and achieving focus.

•Moving the camera while pressing the shutter button will cause the photograph to blur.

•When the camera cannot focus on a subject when engaged in auto focus photography, the focus is fixed at about the 2 m position. During macro photography, depending on the position of the zoom, the focus is fixed at between about 20 cm at the Wide side

and about 70 cm at the Tele side. “Setting the Focus” page 34

•It sometimes takes several seconds for the flash to recharge. During flash recharging, the viewfinder LED lights orange. Photographs cannot be taken while the viewfinder LED is lit orange.

•When taking photographs in a dark location, the shutter speed becomes slower and

an unsteady fold warning icon [ ] is displayed when the shutter button is pressed down halfway. To prevent hand-held blur, use of a tripod is recommended.

•When the subject is dark, the self-timer LED will light as an auxiliary light for focusing.

•A press of the OK button in the photography mode permits playback of the image that was last photographed. One more press of the OK button returns the camera to the photography mode.

	Preface
Ready	Getting
Photographs	Taking
PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
thePC	Connecting
	to
Information	OtherUseful
Information	Additional

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LCD Monitor Indications When Photographing

Preface	Photography modes [ ] [ ] [	] [	]
	The indicated characters, numbers, icons, and other information will differ depending on

the contents that are set.

			Zooming status		Page 31			Voice memo icon
								Page 73
								Remaining battery
Getting		Mode icon	W		T			status
	Ready							Page 23
		Focus icon						Flash icon
		Page 34
								Page 32
		White balance icon						Image size
								Page 47
		Page 56
								Quality
Taking	Photographs	Page 44		08 . 3 0 . 2 0 03		0 0 0 6
								Page 36
		Metering icon						Page 48
		Page 56						Capture mode icon
		Backlight						Page 51
		Correction						Self-timer icon
Back/DeletingPlaying	PhotographedImages	Unsteady hold		Focus area	] [	] [	]	Possible number
		Photography modes [		] [				of shots
		warning icon		(When the shutter button
		Page 29		is pressed halfway.)

The indicated characters, numbers, icons, and other information will differ depending on

to		the contents that are set.
Connecting
	thePC			W		T
OtherUseful	Information
		Exposure	+ 0 . 3
Additional	Information	compensation
		Page 44		0 . 6 s	F 2 . 8	0 0 0 6
		Long time exposure mode icon		Shutter speed		Aperture
			Page 40	Page 40		Page 42

Memo • Each press of the DISP button switches one step in the sequence of Normal display (displaying the icons, etc.), display OFF, LCD monitor OFF.

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Zoom Photography

Using a combination of 3 times optical zoom and 4 times digital zoom permits zoom photography of up to 12 times to suit the subject and the distance.

Set the mode dial to one of the photography modes.			Preface
Adjust the degree of zoom with the T (Tele) button or
the W (Wide) button to determine the composition.		Ready	Getting
	Pressing the T button engages the zoom so that
	distant subjects can be photographed larger.
	Pressing the W button allows a wide area to be
	photographed.
	The position of the lens changes depending on the	Photographs	Taking
	condition of the T/W buttons.
	T (Tele) button
	W (Wide) button
Press the shutter button halfway, and press it fully.		PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
Memo • The digital zoom can be set on or off with the photography menu.
“Digital Zoom” page 52
• The settings of the T button and W button will be cancelled automatically when the		thePC	Connecting
power is turned off or when Auto OFF is activated.
• The digital zoom is cancelled when the DISP button is pressed and the LCD monitor
is switched off.
• You can check the zoom state in the screen.
		Information	to
Optical zoom 1X to 3X	Digital zoom 1X to 4X		OtherUseful
		Information	Additional

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Setting the Flash

Set the flash for taking photographs. The flash firing mode can be set to suit to the

	Preface	photographic conditions.
		The distance over which the flash is effective is about 0.8m to 3.0m (for sensitivity ISO 200).
		The setting will be maintained even after the power is turned off or Auto OFF is activated.

Set the mode dial to one of the photography modes.

		The flash setting is limited depending on the selected photography mode, scene
	Getting Ready	mode, and capture mode.
		“Setting the Scene Mode” page 38, “Capture Mode” page 51

Press the button and select the type of flash.

Taking Photographs		Each press of the			button moves the icon one step
		through the sequence and displays it on the screen.
	OK	For the modes of [			]:
		[ Blank ]Auto		[	]Red-eye Reduction
		[	]Suppressed Flash			[	]Forced Flash

PlayingBack/Deleting	PhotographedImages	[	]Red-eye Reduction			[	]Forced Flash
		For the modes of [			], [		], [	], and [ ]:
Connectingto			[	]Suppressed Flash
	thePC
OtherUseful	Information
Additional	Information
		32

[Blank] Auto

The flash fires automatically to suit the photographic conditions. This is only effective		Preface
when the camera is set to the [	] mode.

[		] Red-eye Reduction
Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you wish to take natural-				Ready Getting
subject (person) to look at the camera or get as close to the camera as possible.
looking pictures of people and animals in low-light conditions. (			“Glossary” page 109)
When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking the
The flash always fires twice, and the photograph is taken at the second firing.
When the camera is set to the [ ] mode, the flash will fire to suit the brightness of the
subject.				Photographs Taking
[		] Forced Flash

In this mode, the flash always fires. Use this mode for photographing under artificial light such as backlighting, fluorescent lighting, etc..

competitions, and when the subject is too far away for the flash to be effective.		PhotographedImages	PlayingBack/Deleting
[	] Suppressed Flash
Use this mode when taking pictures using indoor lighting, for stages and indoor

	Memo •	When the scene mode is [		], [	] Red-eye Reduction is fixed.	thePC	Connecting
	•	When the scene mode is [		], [	] Suppressed Flash is fixed.
	•	When the scene mode is [		], [ ] Forced Flash is fixed.
	•	The flash cannot be used in the [ ] mode and capture mode [Continuous], [Auto Exp.].					to
	•	When [	] has been set for the focus, the camera will be set for [			] Suppressed
		Flash.
						Information	OtherUseful
						Information	Additional

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Setting the Focus

	Photographs can be taken with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, [				] macro,
Preface	[	] infinity, [	] fixed at 3 m, or [	] fixed at 1 m, etc.
	mode.
	The settings will be maintained even when the power is turned off or when Auto OFF is

activated. The focus settings will be limited depending on the selected photography

Set the mode dial to one of the photography modes.

Getting Ready	Press the	button and select the type of focus.
		Each press of the			button moves the icon one step
Taking Photographs		through the sequence and displays it on the screen.
	OK	For the modes of [			], [	], [	], [	], [	],
		[	] and [	] :
		[ Blank ] Auto focus			[	] Macro	[	] Infinity
			[ ] Fixed at 1 m		[ ] Fixed at 3 m

Back/DeletingPlaying	PhotographedImages	For the modes of [	] and [	] :
		[ Blank ] Auto focus	[ ] Infinity
		[ ] Fixed at 1 m [		] Fixed at 3 m
Connectingto	thePC
OtherUseful	Information
Additional	Information
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