PENTAX Corporation
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(European Headquarters)
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A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
(Headquarters)
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(PENTAX Service Department)
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PENTAX Canada Inc.
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• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
57829EN
Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2006
01-200611
Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance
from your camera, please read
the Operating Manual before
using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of
all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool
in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using this PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal
enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the
Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on
taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items
on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used
outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be
taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
• PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.
•
• QuickTime™ and QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license.
SD logo and SDHC logo are trademarks.
The QuickTime logo is registered in U.S. and other countries.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
To users of this camera
• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function
correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremely high
precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you
should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate
when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still
cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their
intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching
III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Regarding PictBridge
PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified
standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the camera
through a few simple operations.
Regarding ImageLink
ImageLink and the ImageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company
used under license.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in this
manual are different form the actual product.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which
can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank
you for your cooperation.
Refer to the PC Connection Manual (bottom right on page 1) for more information.
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using
this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked
with the following symbols.
Warning This symbol indicates that violating this item could
cause serious personal injuries.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could
cause minor or medium personal injuries, or material
losses.
Caution
About the Camera
Warning
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High
voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of
electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.
• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for
example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any
circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of
receiving an electric shock.
• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory
Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately
if a card is accidentally swallowed.
• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous.
Please take care that small children do not hang the strap around their
necks.
• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and voltage specified for exclusive
use with this product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified
exclusively for use with this product may cause fire or electric shocks.
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other
irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the batteries or
unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.
Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.
• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter.
Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.
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Caution
• Never try to disassemble or short the batteries. Also, do not dispose of the
batteries in a fire, as they may explode.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The
batteries could explode or catch fire. Batteries for use with this camera
other than Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged.
• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a
risk of burns.
risk of discoloring.
• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a
• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with your eyes, do not
rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention
immediately.
• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or
begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as
there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long
periods of time.
• Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be
careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or
in your mouth.
Handling Precautions for Batteries
• This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH or AA nickel
manganese batteries. Do not use batteries other than those specified here.
Using some other type of battery may cause the camera to function poorly,
or the batteries may rupture or cause a fire.
• AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries cannot be
recharged. Do not try to take the batteries apart. The batteries may rupture
or leak if you try to charge them or take them apart.
• Do not remove the external seal of the battery. If the seal is removed, the
battery may short and may cause a fire, rupture, leak or heat.
• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or
capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Doing so may
cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.
• Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and negative (–) poles in the
wrong orientation. Doing so may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.
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About the AC Adapter
Caution
• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to
drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to
excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a
PENTAX Service Center.
• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still
• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an
plugged in.
electrical shock.
• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard
surface. This can cause a malfunction.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply
cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper,
one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified
NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female
connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or
the equivalent.
Care to be Taken During Handling
• Take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package
with you when traveling. This will be useful if you experience problems
abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still
working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at
a wedding or during traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be
guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer,
etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media
(SD Memory Card), etc.
• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or
benzene.
• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care
should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.
• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be
avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent
the camera from becoming moldy during storage.
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• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come
in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.
• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shock, or
pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera when it is subjected to the
vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).
• The LCD monitor will become black at a high temperature but will return to
normal when normal temperatures are returned to.
• The response speed of the LCD monitor becomes slow at low temperatures.
This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.
• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain
high performance.
• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation
may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the
camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the
difference in temperature has subsided.
• Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to
enter the camera as this may damage the camera. Wipe away any
raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera to dry.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.26) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Please note that formatting an SD memory card or built-in memory will
delete all data; however it may still be possible to recover that data using
off-the-shelf data recovery software. Please manage your camera’s
memory at your own risk.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage or malfunction.
• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may
damage the exterior of the camera or the LCD monitor.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the
screw in the tripod socket on the camera.
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Contents
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................3
Contents ...........................................................................................5
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................10
Camera Features.................................................................................11
Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................13
Names of Parts...............................................................................14
Names of Operating Parts ..............................................................15
Monitor Indications .........................................................................15
18
Getting Started
Attaching the Strap.............................................................................18
Powering the Camera .........................................................................19
Installing the Batteries ....................................................................19
Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply .................22
Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................24
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level of Still Pictures........................27
Recorded Pixels of Movies .............................................................28
Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................29
Playback Only Mode.......................................................................30
Initial Settings .....................................................................................31
Setting the Display Language.........................................................31
Setting the Date and Time..............................................................33
35
Quick Start
Taking Still Pictures............................................................................35
Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................37
Playing Back Images ......................................................................37
Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ......................................37
Rotating the Displayed Image ........................................................38
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Common Operations
39
Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................39
A Mode .........................................................................................39
Q Mode ........................................................................................41
Setting the Camera Functions ...........................................................43
Setting with the Menus ...................................................................43
Menu List ........................................................................................46
Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................48
Setting the Playback Mode.............................................................52
54
Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures ...................................................................................54
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings
(Program Mode) .............................................................................54
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)..........................55
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes
(Night Scene/Fireworks Mode) .......................................................57
Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)..........................58
Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) .........................................60
Using the Self-timer ........................................................................61
Taking a Series of Pictures.............................................................62
Using the Zoom ..............................................................................63
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......................................65
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode .........................66
Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................67
Selecting the Focus Mode ..............................................................67
Selecting the Flash Mode ...............................................................69
Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................71
Selecting the Quality Level .............................................................73
Adjusting the White Balance...........................................................74
Changing the Focusing Area ..........................................................76
Setting the Sensitivity .....................................................................77
Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review)..........................78
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness).....................................79
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)........................................80
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)............................................81
Setting the Date Imprint..................................................................82
Saving the Settings (Memory) ...........................................................83
Recording Movies ...............................................................................85
Recording a Movie..........................................................................85
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies ......................................87
Recording Movies in Black and White or Sepia Tones
(Color Mode)...................................................................................88
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