Attention
For Customers in the U.S.A.
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FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Change the direction of the radio or TV antenna.
Move the equipment or the radio or TV. For example, if the equipment is to the right of the TV, move it to the left of
the TV.
Or, move the equipment farther away from the radio or TV.
• Plug the equipment into a different outlet. Don’t plug your radio or TV into the same circuit as your equipment.
• Ensure that all expansion slots 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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Attention (continued)
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.
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.
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Before Reading This Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Toshiba PDR-2300 Digital Still Camera.
To ensure that you use this camera safely and correctly, read this Instruction Manual carefully before using the camera.
Once you have finished reading this Instruction Manual, keep it handy at all times.
The Design, Specifications, Software and Contents of Instruction manual are subject to change without prior notice for
improvement.
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Trademark Information
• Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks in the
U.S. and other countries by the U.S. Microsoft Corporation.
Windows® is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft
Software Version Update
For better use, the firmware of the camera may be
upgraded after shipment. The methods of version
upgrade are available in our website on page 97.
Windows Operating System.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• ACDSee™ is a trademark of ACD Systems Ltd.
• SD™ is a trademark.
™
• Other companies or product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the respective owners.
Notes on Copyright
Images taken with digital still cameras are for personal
enjoyment only and should not be used, indicated, distributed
or exhibited, etc. without the permission of the copyright holder
as per copyright laws.
Note that photographing some performances, exhibitions, etc.,
is restricted, even when photographs are taken for personal
enjoyment. In addition, the transfer of memory cards (SD
memory cards, etc.) containing copyrighted images and files
is limited to purposes within the range permitted by copyright
laws.
About OS Abbreviations
• Windows 98
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows® 98 operation system.
• Windows 2000
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows® 2000 operation system.
• Windows Me
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows® Me operation system.
• Windows XP
This abbreviation stands for the Microsoft®
Windows® XP operation system.
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Safety Precautions
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Read these safety precautions carefully before using the PDR-2300. 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.
Graphic Symbol Definitions
Indication Definitions
Indication Meaning
Graphic Symbol Meaning
Indicates a prohibited action that must
not be carried out.
The prohibited action is indicated
graphically in or near the symbol or
described in text.
Indicates a necessary action that must
be carried out.
The necessary action is indicated
graphically in or near the symbol or
described in text.
This indicates the existence of an
imminent hazard that could result in
death or serious bodily injury*1, if the
safety instruction is not observed.
This indicates the existence of a
hazard that could result in death or
serious bodily injury*1, if the safety
instruction is not observed.
This indicates the existence of a
hazard that could result in bodily
injury*2 or property damage*3.
*1“Serious bodily injury” means loss of eyesight, injuries,
burns (high and low temperature), electric shock,
fracture, and poisoning, which leaves a sequela and
requires hospitalization or prolonged treatment.
*2“Bodily injury” means injuries, burns, and electric shock,
which does not require hospitalization or prolonged
treatment.
*3“Property damage” means extended harm to home,
household effects, domesticated animals, and pets.
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Safety Precautions (continued)
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 suspension of business activities,
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 the incorrect use not in
compliance with instructions 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.
• Toshiba Corporation accepts no liability whatsoever for
any damages arising from repair or modifications made
by the user or cause to be made by the user and carried
out by 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.
When Using the Product
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 power
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 power
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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Safety Precautions (continued)
(continued)
(continued)
If the camera has fallen or its case is
damaged, immediately turn the power OFF
and remove the batteries and AC power
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.
Do not allow the camera having metallic
objects or other flammable foreign matter
inside.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Do not
insert or drop foreign objects in the SD memory
card slot, jacks, other holes or openings.
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 fire or electric shock.
Do not place the camera on inclined or
unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over.
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.
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Safety Precautions (continued)
If you want to use the camera on an
airplane, consult with the airline and follow
their instructions.
Use of the 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 increase significantly,
such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts
inside, resulting in fire.
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM with a
music CD player or a similar device.
This might damage the headphone or speaker,
and /or may damage your ears.
Do not look at the sun through the camera
viewfinder.
This may cause injury of the eyes.
(continued)
Do not drop or subject the camera to
strong impact.
This might cause fire, electric shock or
malfunctions.
Before moving the camera, disconnect the
cables.
Not doing this might damage the cables, resulting
in fire or electric shock.
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.
Before cleaning the camera, remove the
batteries and AC power adapter.
Not doing this might cause fire.
Do not use the flash near the eyes.
This might cause temporary damage to the
eyesight.
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Safety Precautions (continued)
(continued)
About the AC Power Adapter
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or
cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal
fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with
your body or clothes, immediately rinse them
with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered
your eyes, immediately consult a physician to
receive treatment.
For the internal cleaning of the camera,
consult the store of purchase every two
years.
If dust accumulates inside the camera, this might
result in fire or malfunction. Consult the store of
purchase regarding the cleaning costs.
Do not swing the camera while walking.
If you hold the strap and swing the camera, the
camera might come into contact to other people
or any object, resulting in injury or malfunction.
Use the AC power adapter only with the
indicated power supply voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might
cause fire or electric shock.
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair the
AC power adapter.
This might case fire or electric shock.
If dirt or dust has adhered to the plug on
the AC power adapter cable or the plug
joints, remove the plug from the power
source and clean it.
The insulation decrease of the plug might result
in fire.
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