Black Box Optio S5z User Manual

PENTAX Corporation

PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters)

PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks

PENTAX France S.A.S. PENTAX Benelux B.V. (for Netherlands)

PENTAX (Schweiz) AG

PENTAX Scandinavia AB P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN

PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.

PENTAX Canada Inc. 1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7,

2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.co.jp/)

Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de)

SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk)

12/14, rue Jean Po ulmarch, 95106 Argente uil Cede x, FRA NCE

Spinveld 25, 4815 HR Breda, NETHERLANDS (http://www.pentax.nl) (for Belgium & Luxembourg) Weiveldlaan 3-5, 1930 Zaventem, BELGIUM (http://www.pentax.be)

Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch)

(http://www.pentax.se)

(Headquarters) 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A. (Distribution & Service Center ) 16163 West 45th Drive, Unit H Golden, Colorado 80403, U.S.A. (http://www.pentaximaging.com)

CANADA (http://www.pentaxcanada.ca)

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

http://www.pentax.co.jp/english

01-200505 Printed in Philippines

To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

Thank you for buying the 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 the 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, performance 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.

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.

Regarding trademarks

• PENTAX, Optio and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.

• The SD logo is a trademark.

• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in this manual are different from the actual product.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbols during use.

Warning

These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience serious difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

Caution

These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience minor or middling difficulties or physical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

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 theref ore 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.

• 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.

• To avoid the risk of it being swa llowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medica l attention immediately if a memory card is accidentally swallowed.

• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and vol tage specified fo r 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 o r a st ra nge s mell, or in the even t of a ny ot her irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

Caution

• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode.

• Do not charge any batterie s other than rech argeable l ithium-io n batte ry DLI8. The battery could explode or catch fire.

• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.

• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a risk of discoloring.

• If any of the battery leakage shou ld come in contac t with your eye s, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any of the battery leakage sh ould come in contact with skin or clothes, wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Remove the battery 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 l ong 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 mouth.

About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter

Warning

• Do not use the product at a voltage other than the specified voltage. Use with a power source or voltage other than that designed can cause a fire or electrical shock. The specified voltage is 100-240 V AC.

• Do not disassemble or modif y the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If lightning should be present during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use. Conti nuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the power cord i f it should be come covered wit h dust. This can cause a fire.

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 plugged in.

• Remove the battery and unplug the AC plug cord when not using the battery charger.

• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an electrical shock.

• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it t o 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.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the ones specified. This can cause overheating or malfunctions.

Care to be Taken During Handling

• Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. 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 taki ng imp ortant picture s (such as at a wedding or during travelling). Contents of a recordi ng such as images and sounds cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or data transfer from your camera to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording medium (SD Memory Card), etc.

• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not removable.

• Do not clean the produ ct with o rgani c so lve nts su ch a s t hinner, al cohol 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 whe re pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-venti lated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjec ted to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The liquid crystal display will become black at high temperature but will return to normal when normal tem p eratures are returned to.

• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Periodic checks are recommended eve ry 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 th e camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.

• Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc. as this may cause damage to the camera. If rain or drops of water get onto the camera, please wipe dry.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.22) regarding the SD Memory Card.

• The AC plug cord supplied with the camera is for exclusive use with the Battery charger D-BC8. Do not use it with any other equipment.

• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause breakage or malfunction.

• Be careful not t o sit down wit h the camera in your back po cket as this ma y 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.

LED Safety Standard This device is a digital still camera that conforms to the safety standard (IEC60825-1) for a Class 1 LED product.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA....................................................1

Care to be Taken During Handling..........................................................4

Contents of the Operating Manual..........................................................9

Checking the Contents of the Package.................................................10

Names of Parts......................................................................................11

Names of Operating Parts.....................................................................12

Getting Started 13

Attaching the Strap....................................................................................13

Powering the Camera .................................................................. ..............14

Installing the Battery................................................................ ..............14

Removing the Battery............................................................................14

Charging the Battery ............................................................ ... .... ..........15

Charging the Battery Abroad.................................................................17

Using the AC Adapter (optional)............................................................19

Installing the SD Memory Card.................................................................21

Image Size and Quality...................................... .... ... ............................23

Initial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date

and Time)........................................ ............................................................25

Setting the Display Language...............................................................25

Setting the Date and Time.....................................................................26

Quick Start 28

Taking Still Pictures...................................................................................28

Playing Back Still Pictures ........................................................................30

Playing Back an Image..........................................................................30

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image.............................................30

Rotating the Displayed Image...............................................................31

Common Operations 32

Turning the Camera On and Off................................................................32

Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode ...........................................33

Turning the Camera On in Voice Recording Mode................................33

Using the Button Functions......................................................................34

Capture Mode........................................................................................34

Playback Mode......................................................................................35

Voice Recording Mode..........................................................................37

Setting the Menus......................................................................................38

How to Set the Menus...........................................................................38

Menu List...............................................................................................41

Operating the Mode Palette.......................................................................43

How to operate the Mode Palette..........................................................43

Taking Pictures 46

Taking Pictures ..........................................................................................46

Changing the Mode...............................................................................46

Selecting the Capture Mode..................................................................46

Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode................................46

Taking Pictures by the Simplest Procedure (Green Mode)...................49

Setting the Functions (Program Mode)..................................................50

Selecting the Picture Mode Accordi ng to the Shooting Scene (Picture

Mode)................................................................................................51

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes

(Night Scene Mode) .................................................. ........................54

Taking Movies (Movie Mode)................................................................55

Taking Panorama Pictures

(Panorama Assist Mode)...................................................................57

Taking Pictures with Special Effect .......................................................59

Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode)........................................63

Using the Self-Timer..............................................................................64

Using the Remote Control Unit (optional)..............................................65

Continuous Shooting

(Continuous Shooting Mode).............................................................67

Using the Zoom to Change the Subject Size ........................................68

Taking Time-lapse Movies.................... .... .......................................... ...70

Setting the Shooting Functions................................................................72

Selecting the Focus Mode.....................................................................72

Selecting the Flash Mode......................................................................75

Selecting the Recorded Pixels..............................................................76

Selecting the Quality Level....................................................................78

Adjusting the White Balance ................................................ .................80

Changing the Focusing Area.................................................................82

Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the Exposure................83

Setting the Sensitivity................................................ .... ........................85

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation).............................................86

Setting the Auxiliary AF Light ................................................................87

Setting the Instant Review Time............................................................88

Setting the Color Mode (Color Mode)....................................................89

Registering Frequently Used Functions

(Fn Setting)........................................................................................90

Setting the QUICK Button .....................................................................92

Setting the Image Sharpness.................................... .... ... .....................93

Setting the Color Saturation..................................................................94

Setting the Image Contrast................................. ...................................95

Saving the Settings....................................................................................96

Saving the Menu Items (Memory).........................................................96

Registering Functions in User Mode.....................................................97

Returning the Shooting Functions to the Default Settings.................... 99

Recording and Playback of Sound 100

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)...........................................100

Playing Back Sound.................................................................................101

Adding a Voice Memo............................................. .... .............................102

Recording a Voice Memo....................................................................102

Playing Back a Voice Memo................................................................103

Playback/Deleting/Editing 104

Playing Back Images ...............................................................................104

Playing Back Still Pictures...................................................................104

Zoom Display ......................................................................................104

Playing Back Movies...........................................................................106

Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode............................ 108

Nine-Image Display.............................................................................109

Slideshow............................................................................................110

Deleting Images, Movies and Sounds....................................................111

Deleting a Single Image, Movie or Sound...........................................111

Deleting All Images .............................................................................113

Protecting Images, Movies and Sounds from Deletion (Protect).........114

Viewing Images on a TV ..........................................................................116

Playing Back an Image Using the Remot e Control Unit

(optional) .........................................................................................117

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF).......................................................118

Printing Single Images ........................................................................118

Printing All Images ..............................................................................120

Direct Printing Using PictBridge......................... ... .................................121

Connecting the Camera to the Printer.................................................121

Printing Single Images ........................................................................122

Printing All Images ..............................................................................123

Printing Using the DPOF Settings.......................................................124

Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer ........................................124

Editing Images.......................................................................................... 125

Changing the Image Size and Quality.................................................125

Trimming Images.................................................................................127

Editing Pictures with Color Filters........................................................128

Editing Pictures with Brightness Filter.................................................129

Editing Movies........................................................... ..........................131

Copying Files............................................................................................134

Settings 136

Camera Settings.......................................................................................136

Setting Up the Start-up Screen ...........................................................136

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory.....................138

Changing the Sound Settings..............................................................139

Changing the Date and Time..............................................................141

Setting the World Time....................................................................... .143

Changing the Display Language.........................................................145

Changing the USB Connection Mode .................................................146

Changing the Video Output Format.....................................................146

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor.......................................147

Sleep Timeout.....................................................................................148

Setting Auto Power Off........................................................................149

Setting the Guide Display....................................................................150

Resetting to Default Settings...............................................................151

Appendix 152

List of City......................................................... .... ....................................152

Optional Accessories ..............................................................................153

Messages..................................................................................................154

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................156

Main Specifications..................................................................................158

WARRANTY POLICY................................................................................161

Index..........................................................................................................165

Contents of the Operating Manual

This operating manual contains the following chapters.

1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing th e camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

2 Quick Start ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you want to start taking pictures straightaway.

3 Common Operations ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the buttons and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to the respective “Taking Pictures”, “Recording and Playback of Sound”, “Playback/Deleting/Editing” and “Settings” chapters.

4 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the various way of capturing images and how to set t he releva nt functions, including how to use the Capture Mode screen to select the capture mode best suited to the situation.

5 Recording and Playback of Sound–––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to record sound only or add a voice memo to an image, a nd how to play back voice memos.

6 Playback/Deleting/Editing ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to play back images on the camera or on a TV, how to delete, resize and trim images, and how to print images directly to the printer.

7 Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.

8 Appendix––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This tells you about the messages displayed on the LCD monitor and what to do in the event of trouble.

The meanings of the symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.

indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related operation.

indicates information that is usef ul to kno w.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio S5z

AV cable

I-AVC7 (∗)

Strap

O-ST20 (∗)

USB cable

I-USB17 (∗)

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW35

Rechargeable

lithium-ion battery

D-LI8 (∗)

Battery charger

D-BC8 (∗)

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operatin Manual before using the camera.

Operating Manual

(this manual)

AC plug cord (∗) ACDSee for PENTAX

User Guide

PC Connection

Manual

You can transfer images and movies captured with a digital camera to your computer and then organize, display, edit, print, and share them by installing the software recorded on the provided CD-ROM to your computer and connecting your digital camera to your computer with the USB cable. This section explains how to install the provided software “ACDSee for PENTAX” and the other necessary preparations for enjoying your digital camera pictures and movies on your computer. Refer to your manual for the instructions of your computer and OS.

Operating Manual

(PC Connection Manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.153).

Type of AC plug cord D-CO2A Australia/D-CO2E Europe/D-CO2H Hong Kong, United Kingdom/ D-CO2J Japan/D-CO2K Korea/D-CO2U North America, Canada

User Guide

Enjoying Your Digital Camera

Images On Your PC

Names of Parts

Front

Back

Shutter release button Power indicator Power switch

Flash

Self-timer lamp/ Auxiliary AF light

Microphone Remote control receiver Lens

USB/AV terminal

Strap lug DC input terminal Terminal covers

Flash status lamp (red) Focus status lamp (green)

LCD monitor

Speaker

Battery/card cover Tripod socket

Names of Operating Parts

Power switch

Zoom button

i button

QUICK/ Q Playback button

Four-way controller

OK/Display button ( )

MODE button MENU button

Four-way controller

In this operating manual, the four-way controller is described as shown below.

Four-way controller (2) Four-way controller (5) Four-way controller (3)

Four-way controller (4)

Guide Indications

A guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below.

Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom button Four-way controller (3) 3 for digital zoom Four-way controller (4) 4 for trimming Four-way controller (5) 5 QUICK/i button

MENU button

Shutter release button OK button

SHUTTER

for operating as the QUICK button

for deleting an image

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.

Getting Started

Powering the Camera

Getting Started

Battery lock lever

Battery

Battery/card cover

Installing the Battery

Install the battery provided with the camera.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arro w and flip the cover open .

Insert the battery with the 2 symbol facing toward the LCD

monitor while using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

3 Close the battery/card cover.

Removing the Battery

1 Open the battery/card cover. 2 Release the battery by using your finger to press the

battery lock lever in the same direction as when you inserted the battery.

Pull the battery out.

If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. (1p.19)

• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, it may cause a malfunction.

• Do not remove the battery when the camera is turned on.

• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the battery.

• If the camera is left without the battery for a long time, the date will be reset.

Charging indicator

Battery charger

Battery

To power outlet

Getting Started

AC plug cord

Charging the Battery

Use the battery charger D-BC8 supplied with the camera to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery depleted] message appears.

1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. 3 Place the battery in the battery charger so that the

PENTAX name is visible.

The charging indicator on the charger lights red while the battery is being charged and changes to green when charging is completed.

4 Remove the battery from the battery charger when

charging is completed.

• The time required for full charge is about 100 minutes. The appropriate ambient temperature range for charging the battery is 0°C – 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and charging conditions.

• When the battery reaches the end of its service life, the time that the camera can be operated becomes shorter even when the battery is fully charged. In this event, replace th e battery.

• Always charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or when the battery has not been used for a long time.

• Do not use the battery charger D-BC8 to charge batteries other than D-LI8 rechargeable lithium-ion batt eries, as the charge r may

Getting Started

overheat or be damaged as a result.

• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator blinks, the battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.

• Approximate Operating Time (when the D-LI8 battery is fully charged)

Number of recordable images: A pprox. 180 (at 23°C with the LCD

monitor on and the flash used for 50% of

shots) Playback time: Approx. 150 min. Movie recording time: Approx. 70 min. Sound recording time: Approx. 250 min.

• The number of recordable images are based on CIPA standard

measurement and may vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions.

• In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in a cold environment, keep it warm by putting it in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that has deteriorated due to low temperature will be restored when the battery is return ed to room temperature.

• Be sure to take a spare battery with you when traveling abroad or to a cold region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.

• Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the symbol on the LCD monitor.

(lit green) : Adequate power remains.

↓

(lit green) : Battery is running low.

↓

(lit yellow) : Battery is running very low.

↓

(lit red) : Battery is exhausted.

↓

[Battery depleted] : The camera will turn off after the message appears.

• Recycling Batteries

This symbol indicates that the battery is recyclable. Cover the terminals with insulating tape and take the battery to a store displaying this symbol.

Charging the Battery Abroad

The battery charger supplied with the camera is designed to switch automatically to the voltage (100-240V) and frequency (50Hz, 60Hz) of the electricity supply in the country or region where used. However, electrical socket shapes differ depending on the country or region. Before traveling abroad, you are advised to check the socket shape in your destination (see “Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the World” (p.18)) and take an appropriately shaped off-the-shelf adapter plug with you. (Electrical socket shapes may vary depending on every region in the country. Check the socket shape used in the region.) The socket shape does not affect the charging method.

Adapter plug

Getting Started

• Use of an off-the-shelf transformer may lead to defective operation.

• Unplug the adapter plug from the power outlet when the battery charger is not in use.

Type A B BF C S

Shape

Adapter

plug

—

Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the World

North America U.S.A., Canada 9

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Europe, Former Soviet Union

Asia Taiwan, Japan 9

Oceania Australia, Tonga, New Zealand, Fiji 9

Central and South America

Middle East Israel, Iran 9

Africa Canary Islands, Guinea, Mozambique, Morocco 9

Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Ukraine, Austria, Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Greece, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Hungary, Finland, France, Belarus, Belgium, Rumania, Russia

U.K. 99 Spain 99 Switzerland, Poland, Portugal 99

Sri Lanka, Maldives 9 Nepal, Bangladesh, Mongolia 9 Vietnam 99 India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Macau 99 Thailand 999 Korea 99 9 Philippines 999 Singapore, Hong Kong 99 China 99999 Malaysia 999

Guam 9 Tahiti 9 Colombia, Jamaica, Haiti, Panama, Bahamas,

Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Mexico Brazil, Peru 99 Chile 99 Argentina 999

Kuwait 99 Jordan 99

Kenya, South Africa 99 Algeria 999 Egypt 999 Zambia, Tanzania 99

ABBFCS

AC plug cord

To power outlet

Getting Started

4 symbols

AC adapter

Using the AC Adapter (optional)

If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended.

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the

terminal cover.

2 Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal on the camera, being sure to match the 4 symbols.

3 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. 4 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off when connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure that the AC plug cord and connecting cable are inserted securely. The data may be lost if the cable becomes disconnected while you are taking pictures.

• Be sure to read the operating manual accompanying the AC adapter before using the adapter.

•

Be sure to match the 4 symbols when connecting the DC terminals. Inserting the plugs with too much force may damage them.

Precautions When Using the Battery Charger or AC Adapter

To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the battery charger or AC adapter, be sure to read the section on “FOR SAFE USE OF

YOUR CAMERA” on page 1. Refer to page 160 for the specifications of

Getting Started

the battery charger and AC adapter.

Installing the SD Memory Card

SD Memory Card

An SD Memory Card can be used with this camera . Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.

• Be sure to format unused cards or cards that have been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.138) for instructions on formatting.

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To remove the card, push in and pull out

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arro w and flip the cover open .

2 Insert an SD Memory Card so the label (the s ide with the

2 symbol) is facing toward the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.

3 Close the battery/card cover.

To remove the card, eject the card by pressing it in the direction indicated by the arrow and pull it out.

Getting Started

The number of recordable images varies depending on the capacity of the SD Memory Card or built-in memory and the selected image size and quality. (1p.23)

Data Backup

Very occasionally, data stored in the built-in memory becomes unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you download important data to a PC or store the data in a medium other than the built-in memory.

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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the battery/card cover.

• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to [LOCK] protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card.

• Care should be taken if you remove the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being recorded on the card, images or sound are being played back, or the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature.

• Be sure to format unused cards or cards that have been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.138) for instructions on formatting.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable.

• The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted (1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. (2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical

interference. (3) when the card has not bee n used for a long time. (4) when the card is eject ed, the AC adapter is disconnected or the battery is

removed while the data on the car d is being recorded or accessed.

• The SD Memory Card has a limited ser vice lif e. If it is not us ed for a lo ng time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to make a backup of important data on a PC.

• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording may stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.

• When you purchase the SD Memory Card, access the PENTAX website and confirm beforehand if they have compatibility with your camera. Inquiries on the card compatibility can also be an swered by your nearest PENTAX service center.

Write-protect switch

Image Size and Quality

Choose the image size and quality best suited to your purpose. Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer images for printing, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the total number of pictures that can be taken. When you choose high image quality as well as a large image size, it may take ten seconds or more for the camera to finish recording after shooting.

Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

How to Set the Menus 1p.38 Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.76 Selecting the Quality Level 1p.78

Appropriate Sizes According to Use

5M (2560×1920) 4M (2304×1728) 3M (2048×1536) 2M (1600×1200)

1024 (1024×768)

640 (640×480)

The default setting is 5M (2560×1920).

Appropriate Quality According to Use

C Best

Better

Good

The default setting is D.

Printing images with high-resolution settings in your printer,

Printing at A4 size or larger, Editing and pr oc essing images

Printing at postcard size

Clear, Fine

For use as images on websites, For attaching images to e-mail

Lowest compression ratio. Suitable for large A4-size photo prints.

Standard compression ratio. Suitable for photo prints or viewing images on a computer screen.

Highest compression ratio. Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites.

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Approximate Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality

Quality Level

Recorded Pixels

5M (2560×1920) 37 73 104

4M (2304×1728) 44 83 125

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3M (2048×1536) 62 113 166 2M (1600×1200) 104 178 250

1024 (1024×768)0 227 417 544

640 (640×480) 500 782 10 43

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The above table indicates the approximate num ber of imag es and recording time when using a 128MB SD Memory Card.

• The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture mode, SD Memory Card, etc.

Best

Better

Good

Movie

(640×480)

5 min. 30 sec.

12 min. 17 sec.

Sound

3 hr.

Initial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)

Power switch

Q Playback button Four-way controller

OK button MODE button

MENU button

If the Initial Setting screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current date and time.

If the Initial Setting screen appears:

1p.25 - 27 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the

Date and Time”

If the Date Adjust screen appears:

1p.26 - 27 “Setting the Date and Time”

If you want to change the initial settings, refer to “Changing the Date and Time” (p.141) and “Changing the Display Language” (p.145).

Setting the Display Language

You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese.

1 Press the four-way controller (5).

The Language/ screen appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to choose a language.

The default setting is English.

Initial Setting

New York

DST

English

OKMENU

OKCancel

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3 Press the OK button. 4 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [W].

5 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the desired

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city (Hometown).

6 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).

7 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or

P (Off).

8 Press the OK button.

The Date Adjust screen appears.

Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time and the display style.

1 Use the four-way controller (23)

to choose the date and time display style.

Date Adjust Date Style Date Time

mm/dd/yy

1/ 1/2005 0:00

24h

OKMENU

OKCancel

2 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [24h].

3 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display).

4 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to month.

Date Adjust Date Style Date Time

mm/dd/yy 1/ 1/2005 0:00

OKMENU

mm/dd/yy 1/ 1/2005 0:00

OKMENU

24h

OKCancel

24h

OKCancel

5 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month.

Change the day and year in the same manner. Next, change the time. If you select [12h] in Step 3, the setting switches between am and pm corresponding to the time.

6 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take pictures.

• When you finish the settings and press the OK button, the camera clock is reset to 00 seconds.

• To set the exact time, press the OK button when the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.

• When the Initial Settings screen is displayed, you can cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing the MENU button. In this case, the Initial Settings or Date Adjust screen will appear next time you turn the camera on.

• You can change the settings on the menu. Refer to the pages below for details. Language: “Changing the Display Language” (p.145) City, World Time: “Setting the World Time” (p.143) Date and Time: “Changing the Date and Time” (p.141)

• The video output format is automatically set in conjunction with the language you have chosen as listed below. If the output format is different from the one used in your country or region, change the format following the steps in “Changing the Video Outp ut Format” (p.146).

Language Video Output Format

English (English) NTSC French ( ) PAL German (Deutsch) PAL Spanish ( ) PAL Italian (Italiano) PAL Sweden (Svenska) PAL Netherlands (Nederlands) PAL Russian ( ) PAL Korean ( ) NTSC Chinese (traditional) ( ) PAL Chinese (simplified) ( ) PAL Japanese NTSC

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Taking Still Pictures

Power switch Shutter release button

Quick Start

QUICK button

LCD monitor

Zoom button

The simplest procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions.

1 Press the power switch.

The camera turns on.

2 Confirm the subject and shooting

information on the LCD monitor.

The focus frame in the middle of the LCD monitor indicates the zone of automatic focusing. You can change the size of the subject by pressing the zoom button.

x :makes the subject bigger. w : makes th e s ub j ec t sm a ll er.

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To switch to the Green mode and let the camera set all th e shooting functions automatically, press the QUICK button. Selecting the Green mode is the easiest way to ensure that pictures come out well. “Taking Pictures by the Simplest Procedure” (

p.49)

Focus frame

3 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light g reen when the ca mera is in focus.

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

The image appears on the LCD monitor for one second (Instant Review) and is recorded on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory. (The green and red lamps above the zoom button blink alternately while the image is being recorded.)

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