INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M70
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.
Attention For customers in the U.S.A. Getting Ready DIGITAL STILL CAMERA PDR-M70 Taking Photographs Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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.
Attention (continued) 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.
Before Reading This Manual IMPORTANT Memo Playing Back Images • Indicates items or details that you should observe to prevent loss of data, malfunction and impaired performance. Also indicates information relating to specifications and functions. Taking Photographs Conventions Used In This Manual Trademark Information • Indicates extra useful information. ☞ Indicates another page to refer to for extra information. Erasing Images • Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready 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.
The Function Map (continued) • Setting the Date and Time (P. 115) • Formatting SmartMedia™(P. 94) • Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness (P. 119) • Turning the LCD Monitor Display OFF (P. 79) • Turning the Beep OFF (P. 115) • Switching the Folder (P. 89) • Setting the Color of Images (Color/Black and White/Sepia) (P. 77) • Changing the Power OFF Time (P. 114) • Changing the LCD Monitor Display Language (P. 116) • Resetting the Frame No. (P. 116) STEP2 – Selecting the various ways to play back images.
Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Contents The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M70. Turning the Power OFF ..................................................... 39 Preface ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Attention ............................................................................ 1 Before Reading This Manual ............................................ 3 The Function Map ............................................................. 4 Contents .............................
Contents (continued) The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M70. ■ Print Information ........................................................... 103 ■ Protecting Images ......................................................... 107 PREVIEW ......................................................................... 77 COLOR ............................................................................. 77 ISO ..................................................................................
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.
Safety Precautions (continued) Doing might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. Do not carry the battery or store it together with other metallic objects such as a ballpoint pen or necklace. This might short-circuit the battery’s + and – terminals. This might cause the battery to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury. Doing so might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat up, resulting in fire or major injury.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Safety Precautions (continued) WARNING WARNING (continued) Should you ever notice smoke, a strange odor or excessive heat coming from the camera, immediately turn OFF the power and remove the battery and AC adapter. Do not place the camera on wobbly, inclined or unstable surfaces. Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock or burns.
Safety Precautions (continued) WARNING (continued) Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. This might cause fire or electric shock. For details on repair and internal inspection, consult the store of purchase, or please contact the technical support number. If a child swallows a battery, this might result in poisoning. If a child swallows a battery, immediately consult a physician. This might cause electric shock. This might cause you to fall over or result in a traffic accident.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION If you want to use the camera on an airplane, consult with the airline and follow their instructions. Use of this camera is sometimes restricted due to potential radio interference. Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky or dusty places. CAUTION (continued) Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Safety Precautions (continued) CAUTION (continued) This may cause injury of the eyes. Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes. Do not walk around with the camera swinging from the shoulder strap. If dust is allowed to accumulate inside the camera for a long time, this might result in fire or defects. Consult your dealer regarding the cleaning costs.
Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready 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.
Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Taking Photographs • 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 or insecticide, as these may react with the camera body and cause deformation or remove the coating.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready 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.
Using Your Camera Correctly (continued) Handy Functions Other Applications Batteries are included with this product. When they are no longer useable, you should not throw them away. Instead, properly dispose of them as small chemical waste. Erasing Images Caution when disposing a battery Playing Back Images • When you use the battery for the first time or when the battery has not been used for a long time, be sure to charge the battery before use.
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.
Accessories Make sure that you have all of the items below before you start using your camera. Getting Ready Lithium-ion battery pack (1) AC adapter (1) (PDR-AC10, PDR-AC10E or PDR-AC10U) Taking Photographs Shoulder strap (1) PDR-AC10E (for European Continent) Strap attachment fitting PDR-AC10U (for U.K.) USB cable (1) Soft case Lens cap Erasing Images AV cable (1) Playing Back Images PDR-AC10 (for U.S.A.
Getting Ready Names of Parts Self-timer button Mode dial For enlarged view ( P. 22) Image Quality button Flash button Power switch Flash Self-timer lamp P.
Names of Parts (continued) Getting Ready Viewfinder LED Function button Viewfinder Diopter adjustment knob Zoom switch Adjusts the zoom. macro/info button Handy Functions Speaker Erasing Images MENU button Playing Back Images LCD monitor Taking Photographs ENTER button Press the center of the button. (Use this button to fix a selection.) Press the side of the ENTER button with the proper to select options or change directions. (Use these buttons to select an item or an image.
Mode dial PC mode ( P. 123) Transfers images to a PC. For details, refer to the Manual for the Software Application. SET-UP mode ( P. 113) Sets basic camera settings (AUTO POWER OFF, SOUND, TIME & DATE, OSD LANGUAGE, VIDEO OUT, FRAME NUMBER, RESET). Playback mode ( P. 80) In this mode, you can select image playback, copy, size change, compression, protect mode, and writing of development (printing) information. Movie mode ( P. 64) Takes photographs as movies. Aperture-priority mode ( P.
Names of Parts (continued) In [ ] or [ Possible number of shots: In [ ] or [ ], [ Possible photographic time: In [ PC indication: In [ ] mode ] mode Recording/playback elapsed time: In [ Remaining battery power [ Burst photography ( Additional Information - 23 - Other Applications Macro photography ( P. 56) Self-timer time 10s : After 10 seconds 2s : After 2 seconds Self-timer photography ( P. 57) P. 61) Handy Functions 1-shot photography Image size ( P.
This shoulder strap is handy for carrying your camera around. To prevent your camera from dropping during photography, hang the shoulder strap around your neck. Attach the shoulder strap attachment fitting onto the shoulder strap attachment on both ends. Shoulder strap attachment Shoulder strap attachment fitting Pass the leading end of the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap attachment fitting 1 , and then pass through both ends of the shoulder strap adjuster 2 .
Attaching the Shoulder Strap (continued) Fastener Getting Ready Pass the leading end through the fastener and pull tight. Taking Photographs Playing Back Images Attach the shoulder strap in the same way on the shoulder strap attachment fitting on the opposite side of the camera.
This camera uses a lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT2). (PDR-BT1 can also be used.) Other batteries cannot be used. For details on handling batteries, be sure to read page 16. Loading the Battery IMPORTANT • Before you load or remove the battery, be sure to turn the camera OFF. If the battery is loaded or removed with the power ON, the date setting may return to its default or the camera settings may be reset (SET-UP ➲ Page 113, Manual Photography ➲ Page 72). Remove the battery cover from the battery.
Preparing the Battery (continued) Playing Back Images Close the battery cover 1 , and slide the battery cover 2 . Taking Photographs Insert the terminal (metal-colored part) first when loading the battery. Getting Ready Load the battery in the battery compartment making sure that it is loaded in the correct direction as shown in the figure on the right. Make sure that the battery cover is firmly closed.
Charging the Battery When you use the battery for the first time or when the battery has not been used for a long time, be sure to charge the battery before use. The following describes how to charge the battery in the camera body. Set the Power switch to [OFF]. ☞ Turning the Power OFF ➲ Page 39 Connect the AC adapter to the camera and to the power outlet. ☞ Connecting the AC Adapter ➲ Page 30 While the battery is being charged, the viewfinder LED turns red.
Preparing the Battery (continued) When the power is ON, the remaining battery power is displayed on the LCD monitor and the status display. Status Display Remaining Battery Power Sufficient battery power Half battery power or less No indication No battery power left (Power does not turn ON.) Either charge, or replace with a new battery. Erasing Images Blinks twice Playing Back Images Little battery power left (Power is cut.) Either recharge, or replace with a new battery.
Getting Ready Using the Power Outlet If you use the AC adapter provided with the camera in a room with a power outlet, you can take photographs for an extended period of time. This also prevents failed photographs due to battery wear or failed transfer of data to a PC. For details on handling the AC adapter, be sure to read page 18. • Before you connect or disconnect the AC adapter, be sure to turn the camera OFF.
About SmartMedia™ Erasing Images Handy Functions Other Applications Additional Information - 31 - Playing Back Images • Remove and insert SmartMedia™ with the camera’s power turned OFF. • Recorded data may be erased (destroyed) in the situations listed below.
• Take care not to touch the SmartMedia™’s electrodes (metal contacts) or allow the electrodes to become soiled. Use a dry lint-free cloth to wipe away any dirt. • To avoid damage caused by static electricity during transportation or storage, always use the special static-free case provided. • If you are not using the camera for a long period of time, remove the SmartMedia™ and store it in a safe place.
About SmartMedia™ (continued) Getting Ready Gently insert the SmartMedia™ as far as it can go with the SmartMedia™ electrodes (metal contacts) facing the rear of the camera. Before you use a new SmartMedia™, be sure to format the SmartMedia™ (➲ Page 94). Playing Back Images Close the SmartMedia™ cover. Taking Photographs Electrodes Erasing Images Handy Functions Removing SmartMedia™ Set the Power switch to [OFF].
Open the SmartMedia™ cover. Hold the SmartMedia™ firmly with your fingers and pull the SmartMedia™ out of the camera. Close the SmartMedia™ cover.
About SmartMedia™ (continued) Write-protect area IMPORTANT Erasing Images • The write protection may not function if the write-protect sticker becomes dirty. Use a soft dry cloth to wipe away any dirt. Once a sticker is peeled off it cannot be used again. Playing Back Images Sticker Taking Photographs To prevent valuable data from being erased inadvertently, attach the write-protect sticker at the write-protect area. Data can no longer be recorded or erased from SmartMedia™.
Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready LCD Monitor Display (during photography) The text, numbers and icons that are displayed on the LCD monitor vary according to the current settings. The LCD monitor automatically turns ON if necessary even if it is set to OFF. For details on the [ ] playback mode, see page 88.
LCD Monitor Display (during photography) (continued) ] and [ ] mode Photography mode Zoom state Flash state Size Quality Playing Back Images Manual photograpy Taking Photographs Mode dial setting Possible number of shots (at currently preset size and quality) Getting Ready In [ Self-timer photography Macro photography Shutter speed Aperture Exposure compensation - 37 - Additional Information * Histogram A histogram is a graphic representation of the tones of the subject.
In [ ] mode Mode dial setting Zoom state Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready LCD Monitor Display (during photography) (continued) Possible photographic time (seconds) (at currently preset size and quality) Size Quality Handy Functions Erasing Images Self-timer photography Date (year/month/day) Macro photography Time Additional Information Other Applications Remaining battery power Memo • The size of the data to be recorded varies according to the amount of detail in the sub
Turning the Power ON/OFF Make sure that the SmartMedia™ is correctly loaded. (➲ Page 32) IMPORTANT Handy Functions • If no operation is carried out for a fixed amount of time (default: about 1 minute), the power is turned OFF to prevent battery wear. This is called “Auto Power OFF”. To return to the normal state, either change the mode dial or press the shutter down half way (➲ Page 41).
Getting Ready How to Hold Your Camera When taking a photograph, hold the camera firmly and prevent your finger or shoulder strap from covering the lens, flash or flash sensor.
How to Press the Shutter Button Glossary) start to function. When AF or AE are locked, the beep tone (➲ Page 115) sounds and the viewfinder LED turns green. Press down half way. Press down fully. The camera takes a picture. The viewfinder LED turns red while image data is being recorded onto the SmartMedia™. • Never open the SmartMedia™ cover or remove the SmartMedia™ while an image is being recorded. This may corrupt the data on the SmartMedia™ or damage the SmartMedia™ itself.
How to Press the Shutter Button (continued) • If the shutter button is pressed down fully and held, photographs cannot be taken until AF and AE are locked. • The image in the LCD monitor sometimes darkens from the time that the shutter button is pressed down half way until the image becomes focused. • To focus or expose a position outside the center of the screen frame, move the subject you are taking to the center of the screen frame, and press down the shutter button half way.
Photography (Auto Photography) Set the Power switch to [ON]. ☞ Turning the Power ON ➲ Page 39 Set the mode dial to [ Playing Back Images Get ready to take the photograph. Load the battery (➲ Page 26) and the SmartMedia™ (➲ Page 32) into the camera. Taking Photographs Using the Viewfinder Getting Ready This is the most commonly used photography mode. In this mode, exposure (combination of shutter speed and aperture) is automatically controlled to facilitate photography.
Look through the viewfinder to compose the picture. Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Photography (Auto Photography) (continued) Press the shutter button down half way 1 , and press it down fully 2 . Press down half way. • Pressing the shutter button down half way adjusts the exposure, and pressing the shutter button down fully takes the shot.
Photography (Auto Photography) (continued) ]. Getting Ready Set the mode dial to [ Taking Photographs Look at the image on the LCD monitor to compose the picture. ☞ To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor ➲ Page 119 Playing Back Images Press down fully. - 45 - Additional Information • The LCD monitor sometimes displays bright, dark or colored spots at all times. This is not a malfunction. These spots do not appear in the photographed image.
Set the size (number of pixels) and quality (compression ratio) of the image to be photographed. Change the setting according to how the image is to be used and the remaining amount of space in the SmartMedia™. Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]. Press the image quality button to set the required quality and size while viewing the image on the status display. Pressing the image quality button displays the available qualities and sizes in order.
Setting the Image Size and Quality (continued) Getting Ready Take the photograph. ☞ For details on how to take photographs ➲ Photograph Memo To make the image smaller, it is more effective to reduce the size 1 and then reduce image quality 2 . After you have taken a photograph, you can change its size (➲ Page 95) and quality (➲ Page 97). The memory size of the image varies according to the subject. The compression ratio is given for reference only.
Taking Photographs Getting Ready Taking Photographs in [ ] Mode (Auto Select mode) This mode enables automatic photography according to the photographic conditions. Photographs can be taken easily in this mode as the camera automatically makes the setting suitable to the photographic conditions. The Auto Select mode has the following options. Choose the option to suit the image you want to photograph. For a detailed description of each option, refer to the following pages: ........
Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. [ to select [ ]. ] while viewing the LCD ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Taking Photographs Press or monitor. Getting Ready Set the mode dial to [ Playing Back Images Erasing Images Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.
Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Set the mode dial to [ Press or monitor. [ to select [ ]. ] while viewing the LCD ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. ➲ Page 41 Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Select this option to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.
Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. [ to select [ ]. ] while viewing the LCD ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Taking Photographs Press or monitor. Getting Ready Set the mode dial to [ Playing Back Images Erasing Images Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.
Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode Set the mode dial to [ Press or monitor. [ to select [ ]. ] while viewing the LCD ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. ➲ Page 41 Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Select this option to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background.
Taking Photographs in the [ ] Mode (36-frame multi photography) Press or monitor. ] while viewing the LCD ] in the LCD monitor is displayed in green. Memo Other Applications • Though zoom playback is not possible, playback of multi image pictures (➲ Page 87) is possible. • Photographs cannot be taken at HALF size. When HALF size is set before you set multi photography, the setting is automatically changed to FULL size. When multi photography is canceled, the setting returns to HALF size.
Zoom photography allows you to take zoom shots up to three times the size or wide-angle photography depending on the distance up to the subject. You can also enlarge the center of the screen and take photographs in the digital zoom mode with the focal distance apparently increased by a factor of two. Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ] or [ ]. Compose the picture using the Zoom switch key. • Pressing the Zoom switch towards the “T” zooms in on the subject, and enlarges the subject on the LCD monitor.
Zoom Photography (continued) • The Zoom switch setting is automatically canceled by either turning the camera OFF or by activation of the Auto Power OFF function. • You can check the zoom status in the LCD monitor. Erasing Images Memo Playing Back Images Press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. ➲ Page 41 Taking Photographs Set digital zoom as follows. 1 Press the MENU button. or to select [DIGITAL ZOOM] and press . 2 Use or to select [APPROVED] and press ENTER.
The macro photography mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 9 cm (0.3 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.6 ft). This camera cannot focus on subjects within 9 cm (0.3 ft) (WIDE side setting) to 80 cm (2.6 ft) unless in the macro photography mode. Though photographs can be taken even at a distance of about 80cm (2.6 ft) or more in the macro photography mode, it may take time for the camera to focus. In the macro photography mode, the LCD monitor automatically turns ON.
Photography Using the Self-timer (Self-timer Photography) When the self-timer is used, the shutter automatically closes after the preset time (two or ten seconds). ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]. When you press the self-timer button, the following are displayed on the LCD monitor and status display area in the following order: [ 10s] 10 seconds [ 2s] 2 seconds Playing Back Images [No display] setting OFF Taking Photographs Press the self-timer button while viewing the status display area.
Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Photography Using the Flash In the default setting, the flash will be automatically set to function in dark places. No special setting is needed to set off the flash. The flash firing mode can be set to suit the conditions where the flash is to be fired. The effective firing distance of the flash is approximately 0.8 m (2.62 ft) to 4.0 m (13.12 ft) (WIDE side setting).
Photography Using the Flash (continued) ] Auto In this mode, the flash fires automatically according to the photography conditions. This mode is ideal for general photography where you are not trying to achieve any particular effect. ] Red-Eye Auto/[ ] Red-Eye Forced Flash [ ] Forced Flash ] Slow Synchro The flash is fired at a slower shutter speed.
Photography Using the Flash (continued) • If you take a photograph in the [ ] Slow Synchro mode at a place with a dark background or in the [ ] Suppressed Flash mode at a dark place, the shutter speed slows down, and the slow shutter speed warning is displayed. (When the shutter is pressed half way down, the viewfinder LED blinks green and the slow shutter ] is displayed in the LCD monitor.) We recommend using a tripod to keep the camera stable speed mark [ and prevent distorted images. ] or [ ] modes.
Taking Photographs Continuously ], [ ] or [ Burst photography is not possible when [ ] or [ Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ ]. ] is selected in the [ ] mode. Playing Back Images Press the MODE button, and select burst photography.
Press or to verify the image. You will be allowed to choose which image to save before it is recorded to the SmartMedia™. The number of photographs stored in the memory is displayed at the bottom right of the screen, and the number in green is the image currently displayed. The green indication also moves as you move the image to be displayed. Use or to select the recording method. The camera is set to erase all images immediately after photography.
Taking Photographs Continuously (continued) to select [ ] and press ENTER. The image is saved or erased, and the camera is then ready to take photographs. Getting Ready Use Memo Taking Photographs Playing Back Images • You can also carry out steps 5 and 6 while verifying the image in step 4. • Even if photography is terminated midway before capturing eight images by releasing the shutter button, images already photographed can be saved and erased by the above method.
Making Movies Set the mode dial to [ ]. Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. ➲ Page 41 Photography begins. The maximum photography time (seconds) appears on the LCD monitor and on the status display. To stop making movies, press the shutter button down fully again.
Photography in the Aperture-priority Mode ]. Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Getting Ready In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to aperture. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the aperture. A small aperture value produces a portrait photo with an out-of-focus background. The smaller the aperture value, the more out-of-focus the background becomes.
In this mode, photographs are taken with the priority given to shutter speed. The camera automatically sets the aperture value according to the shutter speed. A fast shutter speed produces a photograph that looks as if a moving subject is still. A slow shutter speed produces as photograph that makes you feel that it is flowing. Set the mode dial to [ ].
Photography in the Shutter speed-priority Mode (continued) Getting Ready Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully. ➲ Page 41 Memo Taking Photographs Playing Back Images • When the shutter speed is set to a speed of 1 sec. or slower, burst photography is not possible as photographs are taken at a long exposure (➲ Page 68). • In AEB photography (➲ Page 71), the shutter speed cannot be set at 1 second or longer.
Getting Ready Long Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography) This mode is used for taking subjects that require several seconds to photograph such as firework displays at night. When using this mode, be sure to use a tripod to keep the camera stable and prevent distortion of images. Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Use [ or ]. to display the shutter speed to [1sec] or more ] is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Exposure Compensation ], [ ] or [ Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ ]. In the [ ] mode, exposure compensation is possible at the [ Press or ] setting. Playing Back Images to adjust the exposure. Erasing Images The setting range is as follows. A larger value lightens the exposure, and a smaller value darkens the exposure. The value that you set is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press to increase (brighten) exposure, and to decrease (darken) exposure.
Effective Subjects and Set Values ● Positive (+) Compensation • Copying of printed text (black characters on white paper) (+1.5) • Backlit portraits (+0.6 to +1.5) • Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly reflective subjects (+0.9) • Shots made up predominantly of sky (+0.9) ● Negative (–) Compensation • Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds (–0.6) • Copying of printed text (white characters on black paper) (–0.
Taking Shots With the Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB Photography) The exposure is automatically switched in three stages (–0.3/0/+0.3) when taking photographs. ] or [ Getting Ready Set the mode dial to either of [ ]. Taking Photographs Press the MODE button, and select AEB photography.
Getting Ready Other Manual Settings You can manually adjust settings such as white balance, AF/AE area (auto-focus/ exposure positions), focus (focal ] mode only), and take photographs at these settings. Settings made in distance) and external flash setting (in [ this mode are saved even if the camera is turned OFF. • Do not remove or insert the battery or disconnect or connect the AC adapter while the camera is ON. This might return the manual settings to their defaults.
Other Manual Settings (continued) to select the setting item. or Playing Back Images Press , press ENTER. Taking Photographs Setting items or Getting Ready Press to select options and press . Erasing Images Pressing ENTER fixes the setting. To cancel, press ☞ [W.B.] White balance ➲ Page 74 [AREA] AF/AE area ➲ Page 74 [FOCUS] Focus ➲ Page 75 [FLASH] Strobe ➲ Page 75 Compose the picture, press the shutter button down half way, and press it down fully.
White Balance (W.B.) ☞ White Balance ➲ Additional Information, Glossary The camera determines the white balance by averaging the various kinds of light that actually enters the lens. This setting allows you to set in advance the white balance when taking photographs under specific lighting conditions.
Other Manual Settings (continued) Erasing Images Change this setting when an external flash (sold separately) is to be used. This setting is displayed in the ] mode. When [EXT.] is set, the built-in flash does not fire. [ When an external flash is used, the camera’s shutter speed is fixed to 1/125 sec. Referring to the instruction manual for the external flash you are using, adjust the camera’s aperture and take photographs with the distance up to the subject adjusted. [INT.
This menu is for setting the basic settings to be used for photography in the [ photography modes. Set the mode dial to one of [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ], [ ] or [ ] ]. Press the MENU button. The RECORDING MENU is displayed. Additional Information Other Applications to select the desired item 1 and The options 2 are displayed. Note: The image appearing through the lens will be displayed for [LCD ].
Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) Erasing Images Handy Functions Set the color of the image to be photographed. [STANDARD] : Standard color (default) [VIVID] : Vivid color [MONOCHROME] : Black and white [SEPIA] : Sepia Playing Back Images COLOR Taking Photographs This setting allows you to display a photographed image on the LCD monitor for two seconds immediately after you have taken the shot. This allows you to check the composition and brightness of the photographed image.
ISO Sets the color mode and photographic sensitivity at which the image is to be recorded. Warning: Noise increases when the ISO is changed to higher settings. [NORMAL] : Equivalent to color ISO100 (default) [2X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO200 (*) [4X] : High-sensitive photography equivalent to color ISO400 (*) ( ) * In the [ ] mode The ISO setting will be automatic between ISO100 and ISO200. During [4X], ISO will be automatic between ISO100 to ISO400.
Changing the Preset Conditions (RECORDING MENU) (continued) Other Applications Adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor. This adjustment does not adjust the brightness of the image to be recorded. [–5] to [+5] ☞ To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor ➲ Page 119 Handy Functions LCD Erasing Images Sets whether or not to display images on the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor automatically turns ON in macro photography, digital zoom photography and movie photography.
Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback) Set the mode dial to [ ]. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. ☞ To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor ➲ Page 119 Changing the LCD monitor display ➲ Page 88 Memo • When the mode dial setting is changed to [ ] immediately after taking a moving image, press the MODE button to change the selection of the folder to play back.
Playing Back Movies Play back movies that you have recorded. Audio can also be played back. ]. Movies are displayed as thumbnails on the LCD monitor. (➲ Page 84) ☞ To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor ➲ Page 119 Getting Ready Set the mode dial to [ Taking Photographs Playing Back Images IMPORTANT , , or to select the movie to play back. The cursor is at the image surrounded by the green frame. Pressing the buttons continuously moves the cursor continuously.
Press . Playback of the movie begins. The user can control playback by pressing various buttons during playback or during a pause.
Playing Back Movies (continued) Decreases the volume. The LCD monitor returns to the thumbnail display. • The image size displayed on the LCD monitor becomes Full (320 x 240) or HALF (160 x 120). So, the image is not displayed on the entire LCD monitor but in the center of the screen. - 83 - Additional Information Memo Other Applications To play back another movie, press ENTER. Handy Functions Increases the volume.
Nine reduced images are simultaneously displayed on the LCD monitor. This manual calls this display “thumbnail display.” This feature is useful, for example, when there are many images recorded in the SmartMedia™. After you have displayed the thumbnail display, you can select the desired image and display it in the regular display. In the movie playback mode, the thumbnail display is the standard display. (➲ Page 81) Set the mode dial to [ ]. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Press ENTER.
Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback) ]. Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Use or to select the frame you want to enlarge. Adjust the zoom ratio by the Zoom switch. , or to select the area to enlarge. To return to the regular display, press ENTER. • The scale applied during zoom playback is the scale applied when the photograph is taken on this camera.
Auto Playback (Slideshow) Set the mode dial to [ ]. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed. Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Automatically play back one image at a time in order. This feature is not supported in the movie mode. Use or to select [SLIDE SHOW] and press . The slideshow begins and [ ] is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Playback of Multi Image Pictures Automatically plays back the 36 images photographed in the multi photography mode like an animation. ]. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. or to select the images photographed in the multi photography mode. You can also select the image by the same operation as for thumbnail display (➲ Page 84). Press the Zoom switch towards “T” to begin playback. Playing Back Images Automatic playback begins.
Getting Ready Switching Displays/Displaying Image Information This item switches the display on the LCD monitor when playing back photographed images. You can switch the display to show a list of detailed information (size, compression ratio, shutter speed, aperture, etc.) or you can display histograms, etc. Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Press or Press the ]. to select the image. macro/info button.
About Folders Playing Back Images Erasing Images When a SmartMedia™ that is formatted or contain images taken with another camera is used on this camera, [xxxTOSHI] or [ ] is created, and the data of the photographed images is recorded to this folder. Taking Photographs In the case of still images, when the images number reaches the largest number (9999), a new folder [101TOSHI] is created.
Erases images one image at a time. Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected (➲ Page 107) or the SmartMedia™ is write-protected (➲ Page 35). Set the mode dial to [ When [ When [ When [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] is selected, use ], [ Press the ], [ ] or [ or to select the image to be erased. erase button. Handy Functions or to select [ ], and press ENTER. This erases the image and returns to the previous mode. To cancel erasing of image data, select [ ].
Erasing Images (Erase Frame) (continued) Memo Taking Photographs • When [PROTECTED] is displayed on the LCD monitor, cancel the protection (➲ Page 109) or remove DPOF write-protection (➲ Page 103). • If you take a photograph after erasing an image, a number continuing from the last photographed image is assigned as the image number. • Images can also be erased in the thumbnail mode.
Erases images in image folders currently recorded to the SmartMedia™ loaded on your camera. There are two ways of erasing images, by individual folders or by all folders (still images only). Note: Images cannot be erased when they are protected (➲ Page 107) or when the SmartMedia™ is writeprotected (➲ Page 35). The folder to be erased differs according to the position of the mode dial.
Erasing Folders (All Images in a Folder/All Still Images) (continued) to select [ ] or [ ] and press • When all images in a folder are erased, that folder also is erased. Playing Back Images Memo Taking Photographs [ ] : Erases images in the currently selected folder and folders. ] : Erases all still image folders. [ The images or folders are erased, and the camera returns to the respective mode. To cancel erasing of image data, select [ ].
Getting Ready Formatting the SmartMedia™ Formatting erases all images currently recorded on the SmartMedia™ loaded on your camera. Protected images (➲ Page 107) are also erased. SmartMedia™ cannot be formatted if it is write-protected (➲ Page 35). IMPORTANT Set the mode dial to [ When [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ Hold down the erase button for two seconds. The erase icon is displayed at the left of the screen. Handy Functions or to select [ To cancel formatting, select [ ], and press ENTER. ].
Reducing the Image Size (Resize) Playing Back Images ]. Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Getting Ready Changes the size of FULL size (2048 x 1536 pixels) images to half the size (1024 x 768 pixels) in the horizontal and vertical directions, and overwrites the old FULL size image with the new size image. This is called “resizing” in this manual.
Use or to select [RESIZE] and press . The RESIZE menu is displayed. If there are no images that can be resized, or if a movie folder is selected, a message appears on screen and the screen returns to the PLAYBACK MENU. ☞ Selecting Folders (➲ Page 89) Use or to select the image and press ENTER. This fixes the image to be displayed, and [ ] is displayed under the image. To cancel the selection, press ENTER again.
Compressing Images (Quality) Press the MENU button. Playing Back Images ]. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Getting Ready Compresses images to half their size, and overwrites the old size image with the new compressed image. Compressing a previously saved image when the SmartMedia™ has run out of storage space during photography increases space on SmartMedia™ so that you can continue taking photographs.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Compressing Images (Quality) (continued) Use or to select [QUALITY], and press . The SET-UP menu is displayed. If there are no images that can be compressed, or if a movie folder is selected, a message appears on screen and the screen returns to the PLAYBACK MENU. ☞ Selecting Folders (➲ Page 89) Use or to select the image, and press ENTER to set the compression ratio.
Copying Images Set the mode dial to [ ]. Getting Ready Copies images stored on the SmartMedia™. This feature is useful when you want to copy an image from one SmartMedia™ to another. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. Taking Photographs Press the MENU button. The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed. Playing Back Images or to select [COPY], and press . Erasing Images Use The COPY menu is displayed.
Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Copying Images (continued) Use or ENTER. to select the desired image, and press This fixes the image to be copied, and [ ] is displayed under the image. To cancel a selection, press ENTER again. If you want to copy two or more images, repeat the procedure for the necessary number of images.
Copying Images (continued) or to select [OK], and press ENTER. • Do not remove the SmartMedia™ or turn the camera OFF while images are being copied. This might damage the SmartMedia™. - 101 - Additional Information The screen returns to the PLAYBACK MENU. To quit the PLAYBACK MENU, press the MENU button. Other Applications Press ENTER. Handy Functions IMPORTANT Erasing Images When copying is completed, the above screen is displayed.
Copy Images (continued) When images are copied, the frame No. is not copied. The frame No. becomes: • Still images: When the SmartMedia™ at the copy destination contains the folder [xxxTOSHI], a folder having the largest number of “xxx” incremented by 1 is created. Example: When there are folders [101TOSHI] and [102TOSHI], the folder [103TOSHI] is created. When there is no [xxx TOSHI] folder, a new folder is created. In each case, the frame No. is assigned from 0001. ] folder, the image No.
Print Information ]. Taking Photographs Set the mode dial to [ Press the MENU button. The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed. or to select [DPOF] and press . Playing Back Images Press Getting Ready The number of prints or the image date can be set in a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) file for images to be printed (developed). (➲ Additional Information, Glossary.) This feature applies to still images only.
Press or ENTER. to select [SELECT] or [ALL], and press [SELECT] : Sets one image at a time. [ALL] : Sets all images at once. Set the number of prints and date. or to select the image, and press or to 1 Press set the number of copies. Up to 99 copies can be set for a single image. When the Zoom switch is pressed toward “T” during image selection, the image is displayed to fit the entire screen. To redisplay the original image, move the Zoom switch towards the “W”.
Print Information (continued) or to select [EXECUTE], and press ENTER. or to select [END], and To cancel confirmation of settings, proceed to step 9. Playing Back Images To end setting, press press ENTER. Taking Photographs To continue setting, select [CHANGE SETTINGS]. To quit setting without creating a DPOF file, select [CANCEL]. The DPOF information file is created, and the screen returns to the initial display when the operation ends.
Print Information (continued) • When the SmartMedia™ already contains a DPOF information file, the message “RECREATE DPOF FILE?” is sometimes displayed. Note that if you select [YES], the file is overwritten, and the information of the existing DPOF information file is erased. The same also applies when the DPOF information file is overwritten on a personal computer and values not supported by this camera were set. • Images set in the DPOF format are automatically protected.
Protecting Images This feature prevents images from being erased. • Formatting erases all the images on a SmartMedia™, regardless of whether they are protected or not. • To protect the entire SmartMedia™, see “Write Protection” (➲ Page 35). Taking Photographs Protecting an Image ]. The last image frame or the thumbnail display appears on the LCD monitor. Press the MENU button. Playing Back Images Set the mode dial to [ Getting Ready IMPORTANT The PLAYBACK MENU is displayed.
Use or to select [PROTECT] and press . The PROTECT menu is displayed. Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Protecting Images (continued) Use or to select the desired image to protect, and press ENTER. This fixes the image to be protected, and [ ] is displayed under the image. To cancel the selection, press ENTER again.
Protecting Images (continued) Getting Ready Removing the Protection Carry out steps 1 to 3 in “Protecting An Image”. ] Erasing Images Carry out step 5 in “Protecting An Image”. Playing Back Images This fixes the images whose protection is to be removed, and [ under the image changes to [ ]. To unprotect an image, press ENTER again. To remove the protection from two or more images, repeat this procedure for the necessary number of images.
This item is for recording or playing back audio only. This is a handy function, for example, to record messages instead of noting them down. Set the mode dial to [ ]. The file information of the largest track number is displayed on the LCD monitor. If there are no recorded files, the value “0” is displayed. Set the mode dial to [ ] and then perform the following procedures as required. Recording Audio Press the shutter button down fully. This starts recording.
Recording/Playing Back Audio (continued) or Press . to select the file. Playback starts. Buttons and keys function as follows when pressed. Button Other Applications Memo Handy Functions Decreases the volume. Erasing Images macro/info button Pressing the Zoom switch to “T” Pressing the Zoom switch to “W” Playing Back Images ENTER During Playback During Stop Pauses playback. Playback audio file. Stops playback (returns to the beginning of the playback file).
Getting Ready Recording/Playing Back Audio (continued) Erasing Files Files can be erased in either of two ways, either one file at a time or all files at once in folder units. Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs To Erase One File At a Time Press or Press the to select the file to erase. erase button. The erase icon is displayed on the left of the screen. Press or to select [ ], and press ENTER. The selected file is erased. To cancel this operation, select [ ].
Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) AUTO POWER OFF/SOUND/TIME & DATE/OSD LANGUAGE/VIDEO OUT/FRAME NUMBER/RESET Taking Photographs The details set here are held in memory even if the camera is turned OFF. Set the mode dial to [ Getting Ready This feature allows you to set up the environment for using your camera in addition to image-related settings. This is called “setup”. The following items can be changed in the SET-UP mode: ]. The SETUP MENU appears.
. Use or to change the setting in the tab menu, and press ENTER. To quit the SETUP MENU, change the mode dial setting. To cancel changing of settings, press . AUTO POWER OFF If no operation is carried out for a fixed amount of time (default: about one minute), power consumption is set to its minimum state (power almost turned OFF) to prevent battery wear. This is called the Auto Power OFF. This setting allows you to set the time when the camera turns off automatically.
Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) Sets whether or not to sound the beep tone. [ON] (default) : Sounds the beep tone according to the operating state or operation. [OFF] : Does not sound the beep tone in any state. Taking Photographs TIME & DATE Using or to select the item you want to set, and or to set the value for each item. use MONTH DAY Hour Minute OK CANCEL Erasing Images YEAR advances the selection in the following order: Playing Back Images Sets the date and time.
OSD LANGUAGE Set the display language of menus displayed on the LCD monitor. All descriptions in this Instruction Manual are for when the display language is set to [ENGLISH]. VIDEO OUT Sets the video output system according to the country in which your camera is used. [NTSC]: NTSC system (➲ Additional Information, Glossary) [PAL]: PAL system (➲ Additional Information, Glossary) FRAME NUMBER Sets whether or not to reset the image number when you take photographs. When the frame No.
Basic Photographic Settings (SET-UP mode) (continued) Erasing Images Handy Functions Other Applications • The image number assigned to the [ ] of the inserted SmartMedia™ starting from 0001. • The image number is assigned as a continuous number from the next number following the largest number in the [ ] folder. • The largest image number is 9999. When this number is reached, format the SmartMedia™. • All moving image data is recorded to the [ ] folder.
RESET Sets whether or not to return the settings in the SETUP MENU to their defaults. The settings of TIME&DATE, OSD LANGUAGE and VIDEO OUT cannot be changed. [CANCEL] : Does not return settings to their defaults. [EXECUTE] : Returns settings to their defaults.
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness This adjustment adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor and not the brightness of the recorded image. ], [ ], [ ], [ ] or The RECORDING MENU or PLAYBACK MENU is displayed. You can set the LCD monitor brightness in either of these menus. Taking Photographs Press the MENU button. Getting Ready Set the mode dial to [ ]. [ Playing Back Images or to select [LCD ] and press . The image and the LCD menu are displayed.
The color of the viewfinder LED indicates the state of the camera. The meaning of the LED color may differ according to the mode dial setting. Viewfinder LED Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready About the Color of the Viewfinder LED Viewfinder LED Erasing Images Color Meaning State ON Handy Functions Green Flashing Additional Information Other Applications ON Red Flashing Orange ON [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] AE or AF are locked with the shutter button held half down.
Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV IMPORTANT Playing Back Images Connect the plug of the AV cable (provided) to the PC/ AV terminal on the camera. Taking Photographs • Before you connect your camera to other equipment, be sure to turn all other connected equipment OFF. If you connect your camera to other equipment with the power still ON, the screen may flicker or the image may not be displayed normally. Getting Ready Television sets can be used to compose images for photography or playback.
Take photographs or play them back. Details of operation are the same as taking photographs and playing them back on the LCD monitor. ☞ How to take photographs ➲ Page 43 How to play back images ➲ Page 80 Memo • The image before the photograph is taken is slightly less clear than playback images. (This is because they are displayed at a lower resolution.) • The display unit varies according to the output system.
Transferring Images to a PC Playing Back Images • When you use SmartMedia™, do not change or erase folders or file names (image data) on the SmartMedia™. Doing so might prevent the SmartMedia™ from being used on the camera. • Format the SmartMedia™ only on your camera. • To edit image data, copy the image data to hard disk on the PC, and edit the copied image data.
The following items are also available as separately sold items. ☞ Relationship between your camera and accessories ➲ Connecting to Other Devices (page 125) For details on these accessories, refer to the Instruction Manual for the accessory you are using. (information current as of March 2000) ● SmartMedia™ (3.
Connecting to Other Devices Getting Ready PC card adapter Floppy disk adapter Printer Playing Back Images External flash PC (SYNC) Software application (CD-ROM) (provided) Erasing Images USB cable (provided) Taking Photographs SmartMedia™ (PC/AV) Handy Functions AV cable (provided) (DC IN 5V) PDR-M70 Other Applications TV monitor Plug socket - 125 - Additional Information AC adapter (provided)
Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Demo Mode In the Demo Mode, you will have the ability to temporarily take/save a limited number of images without the SmartMedia™ card in place. The playback and downloading functions will be operational the same as in the normal mode. How to enter the Demo Mode Set the mode dial to “SET-UP”. Return the settings in the SET-UP menu to their defaults.
Specifications Camera Body Playing Back Images Erasing Images Handy Functions Conversion rules Taking Photographs Standard movie photography time FULL size: 320 x 240 pixels HALF size: 160 x 120 pixels SmartMedia™ (3.3V) 2/4/8/16/32/64MB compatible JPEG-compliant Exif Ver.2.1-compliant Compression Image Quality File Size 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB Ratio Mode Size 1/5 FULL Approx. 1.2MB 6 13 26 53 FINE HALF Approx. 300KB 27 55 110 221 ★★★ 1/7.5 FULL Approx.
Getting Ready Viewfinder Auto-focus Metering system Exposure Control system Control Exposure compensation Aperture Shutter speed White balance Focal range Standard Macro Self-Timer Modes Built-in flash Flash intensity control Effective range 1/1.8” CCD sensor (total number of pixels: approx. 3.37 million) Equivalent to ISO 100/200/400 3X optical zoom lens F2 – F2.5 f=7.
Specifications (continued) Temperature Weight The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Though fine spots may appear on the LCD monitor, this is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor can be used as it is.
Specifications (continued) Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready AC adapter (PDR-AC10) Power supply Rated Input Capacity Rated Output Operating temperature Storage temperature Dimensions Weight Connector Cable Length AC100V – 120V 50/60Hz 29VA DC5.0V 2A 0°C (+32°F) ~ +40°C (+104°F) –20°C (–4°F) ~ +70°C (+158°F) 70 mm (2.8”) (W) x 30 mm (1.2”) (H) x 50 mm (2”) (D) Approx. 120 g (4.2 oz) Approx. 2 m (6.
Specifications (continued) Lithium-ion battery pack (PDR-BT2) Dimensions Accessories These specifications are subject to change without notice. Handy Functions Image memory card for digital cameras (SmartMediaTM) NAND flash memory 3.3V Temperature 0°C (+32°F) ~ +40°C (+104°F) Humidity 80% or less (no condensation) 37 mm (1-4/9”) (W) x 0.
Warnings and Messages Displayed on LCD Monitor Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready The following warnings, messages and icons are displayed on the LCD monitor and the status display.
Warnings and Messages Displayed on LCD Monitor (continued) Display ––– ––– DPOF PROTECT OFF ––– NO FILE AVAILABLE ––– ––– ––– ––– Handy Functions ERROR*** Erasing Images ––– Playing Back Images NO IMAGE AVAILABLE DPOF ERROR Other Applications The maximum number of images (999 frames) that can be set is exceeded when setting DPOF setting files. No images are recorded to the SmartMedia™. There is a parameter that is not supported in the DPOF setting file.
Additional Information Other Applications Handy Functions Erasing Images Playing Back Images Taking Photographs Getting Ready Troubleshooting First check the warning displayed on the LCD monitor (➲ Page 132) and the color of the viewfinder LED (➲ Page 120). Then check the following items. Problem No power supply The camera turns OFF during operation. The battery runs out quickly. Causes The battery is exhausted. The AC adapter plug has come out of the power outlet. The battery is exhausted.
Troubleshooting (continued) The lens is not clean. The image is out of focus. I cannot format the SmartMedia™. I cannot erase all the frames. The SmartMedia™ is write-protected. The frame is protected. Clean the lens. Set macro photography to ON or OFF according to the distance up to the subject. Remove the write-protection. Remove the write-protection. Cancel the DPOF setting. Remove the write-protection. - 135 - P.58 P.26 P.58 P.89 – P.56 P.35 P.109 P.103 P.35 – – P.
Problem Nothing is displayed even through the LCD monitor is set to ON. Causes The camera is in the PC mode. Remedy Change the camera to the photography or playback mode. See Page P.43 P.64~66 P.80 The set date and time disappears. Both the battery and AC adapter are removed with the power still ON. Set the date and time again. P.
Glossary ● Red-Eye Effect The phenomenon where people’s eyes sometimes appear red in the picture when you use a flash to photograph them in low-light conditions. This is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the inside of the eye. - 137 - Additional Information ● White Balance When the brightness of the light changes, the human eye adapts so that a white object still looks white.
● SmartMedia™ Name of a recording medium defined by the SSFDC Forum. This recording medium can be used over and over again. ● Formatting Transforming the contents of the SmartMedia™ to a recordable state. (This is sometimes called “initialization”.) ● Exposure Compensation When the screen contains an extremely bright or dark object, the camera automatically adjusts the brightness, resulting in the subject being reproduced darker or lighter. Exposure compensation adjusts for this.
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