Toshiba PDR-M25 - 2MP Digital Camera User manual

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For customers in the U.S.A.
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
Tested To Comply 
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
PDR-M25
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.
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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.
TOSHIBAAMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.
Imaging Systems Division
9740 Irvine Boulevard,
Irvine, California 92618-1697
Phone Number: [phone]
For customers in Canada
CAUTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-M25 Digital Still Camera.
To ensure that you use this camera safely and correctly, read this Instruction Manual carefully before you start using
the camera. Once you have finished reading this Instruction Manual, keep it handy at all times.
Trademark Information
•MS-DOS, Windows, Windows 98, Windows 2000,
Windows ME are registered trademarks of the
Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. registered in the
USA and other countries.
Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the
Microsoft Windows Operating System.
•Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
•Image Expert is a registered trademark of Sierra
Imaging, Inc.
•SmartMedia is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
•Other companies or product names are trademarks
or registered trademarks of the respective
companies.
IMPORTANT
•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.
Memo
•Indicates extra useful information.
☞Indicates another page to refer to for extra
information.
About OS Abbreviations
• Windows 98
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows®98 operating system.
•Windows 2000
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows®2000 operating system.
•Windows ME
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows®ME operating system.
Conventions Used In This Manual
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Preface
■Attention ................................................................1
■Before Reading This Manual .................................3
■Contents ................................................................4
■Safety Precautions ................................................6
■Using Your Camera Correctly ..............................12
■Features ..............................................................15
■The Function Map................................................16
Getting Ready
■Accessories .........................................................17
■Names of Parts....................................................18
■Attaching the Strap ..............................................22
■Installing the Batteries .........................................23
Loading the Batteries ...........................................23
Removing the Batteries ........................................24
■Using the Power Outlet........................................26
■About SmartMedia™ ...........................................27
Notes on SmartMedia™ .......................................27
Loading SmartMedia™.........................................28
Removing SmartMedia™ .....................................29
Write Protection ....................................................31
■Turning the Power ON/OFF.................................32
Turning the Power ON ..........................................32
Turning the Power OFF ........................................32
■LCD Monitor Display............................................33
In Photography Mode ...........................................33
In Playback Mode .................................................35
Basic Photography
■How to Hold Your Camera ................................... 36
■How to Press the Shutter Button .........................37
■About the Viewfinder Lamp .................................39
■Photography (Auto Photography) ........................ 40
Using the Viewfinder.............................................40
Using the LCD Monitor .........................................41
■Setting the Image Size and Quality ..................... 43
■Zoom Photography ..............................................45
■Digital Zoom Photography ................................... 46
■Close-up Photography
(Macro Photography)...........................................47
■Photography Using the Self-timer
(Self-timer Photography) .....................................48
■Photography Using the Flash
(Flash Photography) ............................................49
■Multi Image Photography
(Multi Photography) ............................................. 52
■Long Exposure Photography
(Bulb Photography)..............................................53
■Taking Photographs Manually
(Manual Photography) .........................................54
W.B. (White Balance) ...........................................55
E.V. (Exposure Compensation) ............................56
■Changing the Preset Conditions
(REC MENU) .......................................................57
REC. MODE .........................................................58
PREVIEW .............................................................59
The name in parentheses ( ) is the function name on the PDR-M25.
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ISO .......................................................................59
BULB ....................................................................59
SELF TIMER ........................................................59
DISPLAY...............................................................60
LCD ......................................................................60
Playing Back/Erasing Images
■Playing Back Photographed Images
(Single-Frame Playback) ..................................... 61
■Enlarging Photographed Images
(Zoom Playback) ................................................. 62
■Displaying a List of Images
(Thumbnail Display).............................................63
■Auto Playback (Slideshow)..................................64
■Reducing the Image Size (Resize) ......................65
■Compressing Images (Quality) ............................67
■Selecting the Folder to Play Back........................69
■Erasing Images (Erase Frame) ........................... 71
■Erasing All Images in a Folder (Erase All) ...........73
■Formatting the SmartMedia™ .............................74
■Protecting Images................................................75
Protecting an Image .............................................75
Removing the Protection ......................................77
■Changing the Display Setting in Playback Mode.78
■Changing the LCD Setting in Playback Mode .....79
Other Applications
■Basic Photographic Settings
(SET-UP mode) ................................................... 80
LANGUAGE ..........................................................81
SOUND ................................................................81
TIME .....................................................................82
AUTO-OFF ...........................................................82
TV .........................................................................83
IMAGE No. ...........................................................83
DEFAULT ..............................................................84
■Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness.................85
■Taking and Playing Back
Photographs on a TV...........................................86
■Transferring Images to a PC................................88
■Installing the USB driver ......................................89
■Separately Sold Accessories ............................... 91
■Connecting to Other Devices...............................92
Additional Information
■Specifications ......................................................93
■Warnings and Messages Displayed on
LCD Monitor ........................................................97
■Troubleshooting ................................................... 98
■Glossary ............................................................101
■Global Contacts ................................................. 102
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Indication definitions
Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-M25. 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.
*1: “Bodily injury” means injuries, burns, and shock which
does not require hospitalization or prolonged
treatment.
*2: “Physical damage” means extended harm to home,
household effects, domesticated animals, and pets.
Graphic symbol definitions
Indication Meaning
This indicates the existence of a
hazard that could result in death or
serious bodily injury, if the safety
instruction is not observed.
This indicates the existence of a
hazard that could result in bodily
injury, if the safety instruction is not
observed.
This indicates the existence of a
hazard that could result in bodily injury
*1 or property damage *2.
Graphic symbol Meaning
Indicates a prohibited action that must
not be carried out.
The actual prohibited action is indicated
in the symbol or nearby graphically or
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 described in text.
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Exemption Clauses
•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility in the case of
damages arising from earthquakes, fire not liable to
Toshiba Corporation, operating by third parties, other
accidents, or use under abnormal conditions including
erroneous or improper operation and other problems.
•Toshiba Corporation bears no responsibility for incidental
damages (lost profit, work interruption, corruption or loss
of the memory contents, etc.) arising from the use of or
the inability to use this unit.
•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for
any damages arising from not having followed the
descriptions in this Instruction Manual.
•Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for
any damages arising from malfunctions arising from
combination with equipment or software that is not related
to Toshiba Corporation.
Do not heat, disassemble or throw the
batteries into fire or water.
Doing this might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat
up, resulting in fire or major injury.
Do not strike the batteries with a hammer,
or step on, drop, or subject the battery to
strong impact.
Doing so might cause it to rupture, ignite or heat
up, resulting in fire or major injury.
Should you ever notice smoke, a strange
odor or excessive heat coming from the
camera, immediately turn OFF the power
and remove the batteries and AC adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire,
electric shock or burns. For details on repair,
consult the store of purchase, or please contact
the technical support number.
If foreign objects or water have entered the
camera, immediately turn the power OFF
and remove the batteries and AC adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or
electric shock. For details on repair, consult the
store of purchase, or please contact the technical
support number.
If the camera has fallen or its case is
damaged, immediately turn the power OFF
and remove the batteries and AC adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or
electric shock. For details on repair, consult the
store of purchase, or please contact the technical
support number.
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Do not place the camera on wobbly,
inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over.
Do not use 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 a fire or electric shock.
Do not allow metallic objects or other
flammable foreign matter inside the
camera.
This might cause a fire or electric shock. Do not
open the SmartMedia™ cover, and insert or allow
such objects to fall inside.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the
camera.
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.
Do not touch power or TV antenna cords
during a thunderstorm.
This might cause electric shock.
Do not use the camera while you are
walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in a
traffic accident.
Use only the specified batteries or the
specified AC adapter.
Use of a battery or AC adapter other than
specified, might cause fire, defects or
malfunctions.
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Keep the batteries out of the reach of
children.
If a child swallows a battery, this might result in
poisoning. If a child swallows a battery,
immediately consult a physician.
If battery fluid enters the eyes, immediately
rinse with fresh water and consult with a
physician to receive treatment.
If left untreated, damage to the eye could be
permanent.
Use the AC adapter only with the indicated
power supply voltage (120V, 230V AC).
Use with any other power supply voltage might
cause fire or electric shock.
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.
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 parts
inside, resulting in fire.
Do not place or wrap the camera 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.
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Before you move the camera, disconnect
cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and
cables, resulting in fire or electric shock.
Do not drop or subject the camera to strong
impact.
This might cause fire, electric shock or
malfunctions.
Before you carry out maintenance on the
camera, remove the batteries and AC
adapter.
Leaving these attached might cause electric
shock.
Remove the batteries and AC adapter if
you plan not to use the camera for a long
time.
This might cause fire.
Insert the batteries paying careful attention
to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with polarities inverted
might cause fire and injury, or damage the
surrounding areas.
Do not look at the sun through the camera
viewfinder.
This may cause injury of the eyes.
Do not use the flash close to eyes.
This might cause temporary damage to the
eyesight.
Do not walk around with the camera
swinging from the strap.
This might subject the camera to shock as it
bumps into a person or an object, damaging the
camera or causing an injury.
Before you store or dispose of used
batteries tape the plus (+) and (–) terminals
with insulating tape.
If stored or disposed of without doing this, the
batteries may make contact with metal objects,
resulting in fire or injury due to leaking of battery
fluid, overheating or bursting of the battery.
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Do not subject the status display to impact.
If the status display is impacted, the glass on the
screen may be broken and internal fluid may
leak.
If the internal fluid enters your eyes or sticks to
your body or clothes, immediately rinse with fresh
water. If the internal fluid enters your eyes,
immediately consult a physician to receive
treatment.
Consult your dealer regarding the internal
cleaning of the camera once every two
years.
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.
When replacing the batteries, replace all
four batteries with new ones.
Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or
heat up, resulting in fire or major injury or
damaging the camera.
The new batteries mean “unused batteries
recently purchased” for alkaline batteries or
lithium batteries, and “batteries recently
recharged at the same time” for nickel metal
hydride batteries or nickel-cadmium batteries.
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Do not use different types of batteries
together, or mix old and new batteries.
Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or
heat up, resulting in fire or major injury or
damaging the camera.
Do not remove the batteries immediately
after a prolonged use of the camera.
This might cause burns.
Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries
in the camera.
Doing so might cause them to rupture, ignite or
heat up, resulting in fire, major injury or damaging
the camera.
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Notes On Handling Your Camera
When you use your camera, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 6 onwards and the
notes described below.
●Avoidusingorstoring thecamerainthe followingplaces:
• Places subject to humidity, dust and dirt
•Places subject to direct sunlight
•Places subject to high or low temperature
•Places filled with highly flammable gas
•Places near gasoline, benzene or paint thinner
•Places subject to strong vibrations
•Places subject to smoke or steam
•Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near motors, transformers or magnets)
• Places contacting chemicals such as pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products for long periods
●Do not expose the camera to sand.
The PDR-M25 is particularly sensitive to sand. If the camera comes into contact with sand, not only will
the camera become damaged, it will also no longer be repairable.
Pay special attention when using the camera at the beach or where sand or sand dust is likely to be
present.
●NotesOnCondensation
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. When this
occurs, switch the camera OFF, and wait an hour before using the camera. Condensation may also form
on the SmartMedia™ card. If this happens, remove the SmartMedia™, wipe off any water droplets and
wait a short time before using it again.
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●CarryingOut MaintenanceonYourCamera
•To prevent the lens, surface of the status display 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.
Recommended Battery Options for Maximum Performance and Enjoyment
To extend the use of the camera, we strongly recommend that you only use the following types of batteries:
- Nickel Metal Hydride [NiMh](Extended Life, Rechargeable)
- Lithium (Extended Life, Not Rechargeable)
- Alkaline (Not Rechargeable)
Battery performance in general (especially Alkaine) may vary depending on individual brand, length of
storage since manufacture, temperature, and operating mode of the digital camera, such as play back
using LCD and strobe. The use of mangnese type batteries is nut suitable for this product due to the low
number of pictures that can be taken with this type of battery. Low temperatures (50 degrees Fahrenheit/
10 degrees Celsius or below) can also affect the performance of the battery and decrease the number of
pictures taken when compared to picture taking in warmer conditions. When the camera is not in use for
an extended period, please remove the batteries from the camera to extend battery life, and to prevent
damage from battery leakage. (Once the batteries have been removed from the camera, you will need to
re-set the date and time within the SET-UP menu.)
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Notes On Handling the AC Adapter
Be sure to use only the specified AC adapter (sold separately). Using a different AC adapter might cause the camera
to malfunction.
When you use the AC adapter, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Precautions from page 6 onwards and
the notes described below.
• Use the AC adapter with the rating of the country/region where the camera is used.
• Be sure that you do not allow the AC adapter to contact any other metal object as this might cause a
short circuit.
•To connect the AC adapter, firmly insert the plug on the end of the cable into the DC IN 5V terminal. Do
not insert the plug into other terminals. This might cause the camera to malfunction.
• Before you disconnect the connector cable, turn the camera OFF and then disconnect the cable holding
it by its plug. Do not disconnect the connector 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 locations.
•Do not plug in the AC adapter while you are using the battery. Switch the camera OFF first.
•The AC adapter is for indoor use only.
•Use only the specified AC adapter. Do not use other AC adapters.
• The AC adapter may sometimes become warm during use. This is normal and not a malfunction.
•Buzzing or whirring noises may come from inside the camera. This is normal and not a malfunction.
• Do not use the AC adapter near a radio as it could interfere with radio signal reception.
•If you remove the battery or AC adapter while the camera is in operation, the date may be lost from
memory. If this happens, reset the date.
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●3X zoom lens
●USBinterfacecompatible
●Highdefinition2.2millionpixels
●Extensivephotographicfunctions
• Auto/Flash/Macro/Self-timer
• Multi mode (16 continuous images in one frame)
•Bulb mode for night and creative photography
•Color/Black-and-white photography etc.
●Imagesizeandquality easilyselectable
•Size (1792 x 1200 or 896 x 600 pixels)
• Quality (FINE/NORMAL/BASIC)
●Statusdisplay
• Settings can be verified even when LCD monitor is OFF.
●SmartMedia™
•Expandable up to 128MB
●Compatibility
•Image recording method compliant with DCF.
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Read these pages first.
Let's get ready to use the PDR-M25
(P.17 – 35)
Let's learn about basic operation.
First, let's learn about the basic way of using the
PDR-M25. Photography (P.40)
Playing Back Photographed Images (P.61)
Erasing Images (P.71)
Zoom Photography (P.45)
Digital Zoom Photography (P.46)
Close-up Photography (P.47)
Photography Using the Self-timer (P.48)
Photography Using the Flash (P.49)
Multi Image Photography (Multi Photography) (P.52)
Long Exposure Photography (Bulb Photography) (P.53)
Utilizing the various photography modes.
You can choose various photography modes on the
PDR-M25.
Enlarging Photographed Images (P.62)
Auto Playback (P.64)
Playing back your photographed images
You can choose various ways of playing back images
on the LCD monitor.
Setting the Image Size and Quality (P.43)
Manually setting the PDR-M25 (P.54)
Changing the Preset Conditions (P.57)
Changing the photography settings.
You can change the settings for the image that you are
going to take according to your particular requirements,
location and other conditions.
You can also do this.
The PDR-M25 also has lots of other features.
Displaying a List of Images (P.63)
Changing the size of Images (P.65)
Compressing Images (P.67)
Erasing All Images at once (P.73)
Protecting Images (P.75)
Changing PDR-M25 camera Settings (P.80)
Taking and Playing Back Photographs on a TV (P.86)
Transferring Images to a PC (P.88)
It is suggested that you look at the function map, below before using the PDR-M25.
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Make sure that you have all of the items below before you start using your camera.
Batteries (4 size AA)
Alkaline
SmartMedia™
(8MB, 3.3V) (1)
•Anti-static case (1)
• Index labels (2)
• Write-protect stickers (4)
USB cable
Wrist strap
Video cable
CD-ROM
• USB driver
(for Windows 98)
• Software application
PDR-M25
•ImageExpert
•USB driver
M25-0001
Image Expert and Camio are trademarks of Sierra Imaging, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Other Product and company names mentioned herein
may be the trademarks of their
respective owners.
Sold separately
•AC adapter
Lens cap
(with Lens strap)
Soft case
Accessories

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Names of Parts (continued)
Zoom key (➲P. 45)
SmartMedia™ door (➲P. 28)
SmartMedia™ door release knob
Battery cover (➲P. 23)
Tripod mount
Erase button (➲P. 71)
Power knob
LCD monitor
(➲P. 33)
Strap attachment (➲P. 22)
Telephoto (zoom)
Press "T".
Wide
Press "W".
Viewfinder lamp (➲P. 39)
Viewfinder
ENTER button
Press the center of the button.
(Use this button to fix a selection.)
(cross pad) button
Press the button on the required side.
(Use these buttons to select an item
or an image.)
MENU button
In Manual Photography mode, Auto
Photography mode or Playback
mode, press the (MENU)
button to display MENU.

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Modedial
Names of Parts (continued)