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- Page 1 Digital Still Camera Instruction Manual PDR-T30 T30-0201...
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Page 2: Attention
CAUTION If you modify the camera in any way, without getting approval from Toshiba Corporation, your camera may violate FCC regulations. Violation of FCC regulations may cause the FCC to void your right to use the modified camera. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
• Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for any damages arising from repair or modifications made by the user or an unauthorized third party. • Toshiba’s liability, with the exception of a deliberate act or gross negligence by Toshiba, shall not exceed the purchase price of the product in any circumstances. -
Page 4: When Using The Product
Safety Precautions (Continued) When using the product Should you ever notice a strange odor, smoke, or excessive heat coming from the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery and AC adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire, electric shock, or burns. -
Page 5: About The Ac Adapter
Do not wrap the camera or place it in 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. 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,... - Page 6 Safety Precautions (Continued) 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.
- Page 7 Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. If a child swallows a batteries, this might result in poisoning immediately consult a physician. Insert the battery with their elec- trodes correctly oriented. If the battery are inserted improperly, this might cause rupture, fire, or injury. About the neck strap Keep the neck strap away from infants and young children.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Ready Attention ... 2 Safety Precautions ... 3 Contents ... 8 Using Your Camera Correctly ... 9 Notes On Handling Battery ... 11 Handling the AC Adapter Correctly ... 12 Handling the SD Card Correctly ... 13 Names of the Parts ... 14 Using the Touch Panel ... -
Page 9: Using Your Camera Correctly
Using Your Camera Correctly Before using the camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions page 3) and the notes described below: Handling the Camera Avoid using or storing the camera in the following places: • Places subject to humidity, dust, and dirt •... -
Page 10: Trademark Information
• Use of the supplied software applications and Instruction Manual is allowed only on one personal computer. • Toshiba Corporation is not liable whatsoever for any damages to the user or a third party as a result of use of a device with the supplied software applications and Instruction Manual. -
Page 11: Notes On Handling Battery
Notes On Handling Battery When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions and the notes described below. * The battery is not fully charged when you buy your battery. Be sure to charge the battery before use. -
Page 12: Handling The Ac Adapter Correctly
Handling the AC Adapter Correctly Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter. Using a different AC adapter might cause the camera to malfunction. Before using the AC adapter, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions page 3) and the notes described below: •... -
Page 13: Handling The Sd Card Correctly
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. -
Page 14: Names Of The Parts
Names of the Parts Shutter button Page 28 DIGITAL terminal Page 54, 56 Battery/SD card cover SD card Battery POWER switch Page 22 Lens cover Page 23 Page 18 Page 19 DC IN 5V terminal Page 20 Flash Page 32 Flashlight adjustment sensor Lens... -
Page 15: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor Touch panel Strap attachment Attach the strap as shown. * Indicator Lights and blinks depending on the current status. When the power Color Status is off Battery charging Lights completed Green – Blinks Battery charging in Lights progress Battery charging Blinks error... -
Page 16: Using The Touch Panel
Using the Touch Panel You can use the keys on the touch panel besides the Direction and Mode (hard) buttons to perform various operations. For the individual functions, see the reference pages. ] Display key ( Tapping this key switches between display and non-display of the icons. A different set of icons appears depending on the mode. - Page 17 You can operate the touch panel using the following methods: To select an icon on the touch panel, you may highlight it using the Direction button ] and then press the Enter button. e.g. <LCD monitor> Select one Total0008 Notes •...
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Page 18: Inserting And Removing The Sd Card
Inserting and Removing the SD Card Images photographed with this camera will be stored in the SD card. Without inserting the SD card, you cannot take photographs using the camera. Before starting Before inserting or removing the SD card, make sure that the power to the camera is off. -
Page 19: Loading And Unloading The Battery
Loading and Unloading the Battery This camera must be used with dedicated rechargeable lithium-ion battery (PDR-BT3). This battery is merely called battery in this Instruction Manual. You cannot use other types of battery. Charge the battery before using the camera. Before starting Confirm that the power of the camera is off. -
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery You may also use the AC adapter when using the camera indoors for a long period of time or when transferring images to a personal computer, for example. Before starting Confirm that the power to the camera is off and then load the battery. Insert the plug from the adapter into the DC IN 5V terminal. -
Page 21: Battery Wear
Notes • Charge the battery when using this camera for the first time. To charge the battery, load them in the battery compartment of this camera. It takes approximately 4 hours to complete charging. • When loading the battery after incorrectly terminating the camera, the camera may not be correctly initiated. -
Page 22: Turning The Power On/Off
Turning the Power On/Off When the power is turned on, the camera is initiated with a different mode depending on whether the lens cover has been opened or closed. Before starting Load the battery and insert the SD card. See “Inserting and Removing the SD Card” page 18, “Loading and Unloading the Battery”... -
Page 23: Opening And Closing The Lens Cover
Opening and Closing the Lens Cover Open the lens cover when taking photographs. When not taking photographs, keep the cover closed to protect the lens. Opening the lens cover Slide the lens cover in the arrow direction. Closing the lens cover Slightly slide the lens cover in the arrow direction. -
Page 24: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time The screen shown in step 4 appears after a message when using this camera for the first time or when turning the power on after leaving the camera without battery for an extended period of time. Before starting Load the battery, insert the SD card, then turn the power on. - Page 25 Select the item, then tap the [ 2002 Tap the [ ] icon. 2002 Tap the [ ] icon. Date and time setting 前の画面に戻る 2002 . 07. 01 08 : 17 Date format Notes • You can select the [ ] icon in the menu screens displayed in both the photography and playback modes.
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Page 26: Switching Between The Photography And Playback Modes
Switching between the photography and playback modes There are two ways of switching between the photography and playback modes. Using the lens cover Each time the lens cover is opened or closed, the photography and playback modes are switched. Using the mode button Each time the mode button is pressed, the photography and playback modes are switched. -
Page 27: Taking Photographs
Taking Photographs Taking Photographs Selecting the Scene Mode Selecting the Flash Mode Using the Self-timer Zooming Images to Be Photographed Changing the Photography Menu Settings Taking Movies... -
Page 28: Taking Photographs
Taking Photographs You can take photographs while looking through the LCD monitor. Before starting Load the battery, insert the SD card, then open the lens cover. Turn the power on. POWER Use the LCD monitor to compose the picture. The LCD monitor shows an image captured through the lens. If the LCD monitor is not bright enough, adjust the brightness of the monitor. - Page 29 Switching between Display and Non-display of the Display Screen The Display shows the current photography mode settings. Tap the [ ] key in the photography mode. Display and non-display of the Display screen are switched. The Display screen automatically disappears when no operation is performed for a certain period of time.
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Page 30: Selecting The Scene Mode
Selecting the Scene Mode This camera automatically makes the optimum settings according to the types of subjects such as portrait, landscape, and night view. Tap the [ Tap the [ 0088 0088 10 . 10 Tap the icon to be selected. Movie Note •... - Page 31 Details about the scene mode The scene mode can be selected from the following 8 types: ] Auto Select this option to leave all adjustments to the camera and to take photographs casually. Flash mode: all options selectable ] Portrait Select this option to photograph people.
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Page 32: Selecting The Flash Mode
Selecting the Flash Mode You can select a flash mode according to the situation. Tap the [ Tap the [ 0088 0088 10 . 10 Tap the icon to be selected. Forced flash Notes • The effective firing distance of the flash is 0.5m to 2.8m (with ISO200 and wide edge selected). -
Page 33: Forced Flash
Details about the flash mode The flash function has the following 4 options: ] Auto The flash fires automatically according to the photographic situation. ] Forced flash The flash always fires. Select this option when the subject is backlit, or in artificial light (fluorescent lighting, etc.). -
Page 34: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-timer The self-timer allows you to be in a picture with other people in your group. Tap the [ Tap the [ 0088 10 . 10 08 : 17 0088 Tap the icon to be selected. 10 sec. Press the shutter button down halfway, then press it down fully. -
Page 35: Zooming Images To Be Photographed
Zooming Images to Be Photographed You can enlarge the subject on the LCD monitor up to a ratio of 4 times. Determine how much the image is to be zoomed. You may also tap and hold the zoom icons [ the zooming ratio. -
Page 36: Changing The Photography Menu Settings
Changing the Photography Menu Settings You can customize various settings for photography. Tap the [ Tap the icon of the menu item to be changed. Preview Tap the icon of the parameter to be selected. e.g. When setting the Preview Tap the [ The photography mode is restored. -
Page 37: Preview
Photography menu items ] Preview Specify whether or not the image just recorded is to be displayed immediately on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds. ] : Display on ] White balance The human eye adapts to changes in light so that white objects still appear white when the light changes. -
Page 38: Taking Movies
Taking Movies Has the ability to record movies. Set the scene mode to [ Movie Fully press the shutter button. Movie recording time Movies can be recorded on the SD card for approximately the following time. SD card capacity Recording time Important •... -
Page 39: Playing Back/Deleting Photographed Images
Playing Back/Deleting Photographed Images Playing Back Images Displaying a List of Images (Thumbnail Display) Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback) Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) Playing Back Movies Drawing Images (Paint) Protecting Images (Protect) Erasing Images Formatting the SD Card... -
Page 40: Playing Back Images
Playing Back Images You can review photographed images on the LCD monitor. Before starting Insert the SD card, then close the lens cover. Turn the power on. Initiating the camera with the playback mode ( last image recorded. If no image has been saved, a message that indicates the absence of images appears on the black screen. -
Page 41: Displaying A List Of Images (Thumbnail Display)
Displaying a List of Images Reduced multiple images are simultaneously displayed on the LCD monitor. This feature is useful to quickly find the desired image in such a situation where many images have been saved. Tap the [ ] icon. 100 - 0088 0088 10 . -
Page 42: Enlarging Photographed Images (Zoom Playback)
Enlarging Photographed Images You can select a photographed image to enlarge on the screen. For images photographed in the 16-frame mode, simple continuous playback (motion picture display) will be performed. Tap the [ ] icon. 100 - 0088 0088 10 . 10 Note •... -
Page 43: Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow)
Playing Back Images Continuously This feature continuously plays back images one by one. Tap the [ ] key in the playback mode. Tap the [ ] icon. Slideshow To interrupt the slideshow Pressing the ENTER button or tapping on the touch panel quits slideshow. Note •... -
Page 44: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies This feature plays back recorded movies. When in playback mode, tap the [ select a recorded movie image. The [ ] icon is displayed on recorded movie images. Tap the [ Notes • Movies can also be played back by pressing the Direction button [ the LCD monitor from the bottom to the top. - Page 45 Stopping movie playback Tap the [ ] icon. Movies will stop and go back to the beginning. Note • Movies can also be stopped by pressing the Direction button [ Pausing movie playback Tap the [ ] icon. e.g. When pausing Notes •...
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Page 46: Drawing Images (Paint)
Drawing Images Using the color pen tool you can paint letters and/or illustrations on recorded images. In the playback mode select an image to be processed, then tap the [ The Menu screen appears. Tap the [ Paint Note • Paint is not available on movies. Select the pen thickness and color by tapping the [ icon. - Page 47 Tap the [ ] icon on the palette, after a save confirmation screen appears, tap the [ Note • Tapping the [ ] key causes the menu screen to be restored. A save confirmation screen appears if the processed image is not saved. To correct letters or illustrations 1) Tap the [ ] icon on the palette to select the eraser thickness.
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Page 48: Protecting Images (Protect)
Protecting Images This feature prevents images from being deleted accidentally (Protect). Tap the [ Tap the [ Protect Tap the [ protected, then tap the [ Protect Tap the [ The settings is saved. Important • Be aware that formatting the SD card will also erase the protected images. •... -
Page 49: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can erase recorded images. Erasing unnecessary images will increase free space in the SD card. In the playback mode select an image to be erased, then tap the [ ] key. Tap the [ ] icon. 100 - 0088 0088 Tap the [ ] icon. -
Page 50: Formatting The Sd Card
Formatting the SD Card Formatting the SD card will erase all the images on the SD card. This camera may not allow an SD card formatted with another device (e.g., PC) to be used properly. You can use such an SD card properly on this camera by formatting it with the camera. Tap the [ Tap the [ 100 - 0088... -
Page 51: Connecting To The Pc
Connecting to the PC About Your Software Connecting to the PC Connecting to a Windows PC Connecting to a Macintosh Disconnecting the Camera from the PC Using ACDSee File Structure... -
Page 52: About Your Software
For the detailed operation methods, consult the Help in the application. 56 and 58 Toshiba Corporation will not assure operation of ACDSee other than this camera. For installation and operation on a different device, contact the Online Support of ACD Systems. -
Page 53: Connecting To The Pc
Connecting to the PC By connecting this camera to the PC, you can transfer images recorded on SD card to the PC in order to modify or send to another person through the Internet. Connection Flow For the operations of Windows or Macintosh, see the subsequent pages. Install ACDSee is a software application for viewing photographed images on a PC. -
Page 54: Connecting To A Windows Pc
Connecting to a Windows PC The PC must have Windows the USB driver differs depending on the Windows versions. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click the [ Click the [ While the PC and camera are on, connect the USB cable. -
Page 55: Installing Directx
Installing USB driver Follow the on-screen instructions to install the standard driver of each OS. Restart your PC after installing. Notes • When the USB cable is connected, this camera is displayed on the PC as a removable disk and automatically enters the PC mode. •... -
Page 56: Connecting To A Macintosh
Connecting to a Macintosh The Macintosh must have Mac OS 9.0 or later installed. Because this camera supports the USB Mass Storage Class, a Macintosh with Mac OS 9.0 or later does not require the installation of the USB driver. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. -
Page 57: Disconnecting The Camera From The Pc
Disconnecting the Camera from the PC ® With Windows 98 installed: Turn off the power to the camera, then remove the USB cable form the PC and the camera. ® With Windows 2000, ME or XP installed: Click the [ ] icon on the task tray located at the bottom right of the PC and then perform operations according to the displayed instructions. -
Page 58: Using Acdsee
Using ACDSee Installing ACDSee allows you to view a list of images photographed with this camera and transfer images processed on the PC to the camera. Copying Photographed Images to the PC Connect this camera to the PC using a USB cable. Select an image to be copied, then click “Copy”... - Page 59 Copying Images to This Camera You can process images photographed with this camera on the PC and then send them back to the camera. You can also make copies of images other than those photographed with this camera. Connect this camera to the PC using a USB cable. ACDSee is automatically started.
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Page 60: File Structure
File Structure When connected with a PC, images photographed with this camera are displayed as shown to the right. (When being displayed in Windows) [ XXXTOSHI ] Designates an image photographed with this camera. A folder number in the range 100 to 999 is assigned according to the situations. -
Page 61: Other Useful Information
Other Useful Information Changing the System Settings Setting the DPOF Warning Messages Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Specifications Global Contacts Index... -
Page 62: Changing The System Settings
Changing the System Settings You can customize various system settings. Tap the [ Tap the [ e.g. When in the photography mode Preview Tap the icon of the item to be changed. Auto power off Tap the icon of the parameter to be selected. e.g. -
Page 63: Auto Power Off
Setup Menu Items Auto power off If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear. ] : 1 minute (approx.) ] : 3 minutes (approx.) ] : 5 minutes (approx.) Note •... -
Page 64: Setting The Dpof
Setting the DPOF DPOF is the standard for recording printing information directly on SD cards and other media. Files saved in the DPOF format can be printed using compatible printers or through laboratory printing services. Tap the [ The menu screen appears. Tap the [ Tap the [ Select image... - Page 65 Tap [ ] or [ ] : Adds the date of photography to the print(s). ] : Does not add the date of photography to the print(s). Tap [ Create DPOF file? Notes • The maximum number of prints that you can select is 99 per image. The total number of prints that you can set is 9999.
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Page 66: Warning Messages
Warning Messages The following warning messages are displayed on the LCD monitor. Message The battery power has become low. The battery power has been nearly exhausted. The battery power has been completely exhausted. No card No SD card is present. Card full There is no empty space in the SD card. -
Page 67: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting When the camera does not operate properly, check the following items besides the warning messages ( page 66) and the indicator colors ( Problem Cause The power cannot The battery have been be turned on. exhausted. The AC adapter plug has been disconnected from a wall outlet. -
Page 68: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) The following are some frequently asked questions. Q:Pressing the shutter button does not cause the camera to immediately take a photograph. Why does this happen? A: Are you using the “half-shutter” function (pressing the shutter button down halfway)? This camera adjusts the focus and exposure when the shutter button is pressed down halfway. -
Page 69: Specifications
Specifications Pickup elements Sensitivity Lens Focal length Auto-focus Metering system Exposure control method Shutter speed White balance Focal range Self-timer Flash Date/Time Automatic calendar function Automatically adjusted until 2037 LCD monitor I/O terminal Power supply Storage medium Compression method Image file format Conversion rule Operating conditions Dimensions... -
Page 70: Global Contacts
For customers in the United States and Canada Register your product On-Line There are many advantages to being a member of the Toshiba Digital Camera community. Toshiba provides free firmware upgrades for applicable models, allowing you to get the latest technology and enhancement for your camera direct from the web site. -
Page 71: Index
Index AC adapter ... 12, 20 ACDSee ... 52 Auto ... 33 Auto power off ... 63 Battery ... 11, 19, 21 Color ... 37 Date & time setting ... 24 DC IN 5V terminal ... 14, 20 DCF ... 69 DIGITAL terminal ...