Digital Camera
Operating Manual
Thank you for purchasing 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.
This manual contains explanations on the operation of both the Optio S40 and the
Optio S30. To differentiate the two models, the S40 is referred to as the “Optio
S40” and the S30 is referred to as the “Optio S30.” Images of the liquid crystal
panel used in this manual are taken from the Optio S40.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the Optio S40/S30 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,
industrial enterprise or as items for 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
• The SD logo is a trademark.
• PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• Optio is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
• This product supports PRINT Image Matching II.
When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enables digital still
cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more
faithful to their intentions.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching II is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
• “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 form the actual product.
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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
• 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 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 swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory
Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately
if accidentally swallowed.
• 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 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.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
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
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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 batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The
battery could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this
camera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
• 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 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 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 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 eyes or in your mouth.
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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.
• 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 to drop onto a hard
surface. This can cause a malfunction.
About the AC Adapter
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• 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 taking important pictures (such as at
a wedding or during traveling). PENTAX is not responsible for
consequential damages (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss
of benefits that were to be obtained through taking pictures) arising from
failure of this product.
• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol
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.
• 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.
Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid,
wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.
• Ensure that the camera is not subjected 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 temperatures of
approximately 60°C (140°F) but will return to normal when normal
temperatures 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 every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain
high performance.
Care to be Taken During Handling
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• 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.
• 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.18) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage or malfunction.
• Be carefu l not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as th is 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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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA .............................................1
Care to be Taken During Handling ................................................... 4
Contents ........................................................................................... 6
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 t he Strap .............................................................................13
Powering the Camera ......................................................................... 14
Installing the Batteries ....................................................................14
Using the AC Adapter (optional)..................................................... 16
Installing the SD Memory Card .......................................................... 17
Recorded Pixels and Quality .......................................................... 19
Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................21
Playback Only Mode....................................................................... 21
Voice Recording Only Mode ...........................................................22
Initial Settings .....................................................................................23
Setting the Display Language.........................................................23
Setting the Date and Time .............................................................. 24
Quick Start 26
Taking Still Pictures............................................................................26
Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................28
Playing Back Images......................................................................28
Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ......................................28
Rotating the Displayed Image ........................................................29
Common Operations 30
Using the Button Functions...............................................................30
Capture Mode.................................................................................30
Playback Mode ...............................................................................31
Voice Recording Mode ...................................................................32
Using the Menus .................................................................................33
How to Use the Menus ...................................................................33
Example of Menu Operation...........................................................34
Enlarging a Menu Display...............................................................36
Menu List ........................................................................................37
Taking Pictures 39
Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................39
Letting the Camera Set the Functions (Auto Select Mode) ............39
Using the Help Function .................................................................40
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Setting the Functions (Program Mode)...........................................41
Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene
(Picture Mode)................................................................................ 42
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ....................44
Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode).................................45
Taking Portrait Pictures (Portrait Mode) .........................................45
Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode).............................46
Using the Zoom .............................................................................. 49
Using the Self-Timer....................................................................... 51
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) .......................52
Using the Remote Control Unit (optional).......................................53
Taking Pictures with Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode)...................54
Taking Two-in-One Pictures (Two-in-One Mode) ...........................55
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode).....................56
Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................58
Changing the Mode ........................................................................58
Selecting the Capture Mode ...........................................................58
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode .........................59
Selecting the Focus Mode .............................................................. 60
Selecting the Flash Mode ...............................................................62
Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................63
Selecting the Quality Level .............................................................64
Selecting the Image Quality............................................................ 65
Adjusting the White Balance...........................................................66
Changing the Focusing Area..........................................................68
Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure
(AE Metering) .................................................................................69
Setting the Sensitivity ..................................................................... 70
Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) .......................... 71
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness).....................................72
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)........................................ 73
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)............................................74
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......................................75
Saving the Settings.............................................................................76
Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ..................................................76
Recording and Playback 78
Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)......................................78
Playing Back Sound ...........................................................................79
Adding Sound (Voice Memo) to Images ...........................................80
Recording a Voice Memo ...............................................................80
Playing Back a Voice Memo...........................................................81
Playback/Deleting/Editing 82
Playing Back Images ..........................................................................82
Playing Back Still Pictures .............................................................. 82
Zoom Display.................................................................................. 82
Playing Back Moving Pictures ........................................................84
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Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode .......................85
Nine Image Display ........................................................................86
Slideshow ....................................................................................... 87
Deleting................................................................................................ 88
Deleting Single Images and Sounds ..............................................88
Deleting All Images......................................................................... 90
Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) ................. 91
Viewing Images on a TV ..................................................................... 93
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)..................................................94
Printing Single Images....................................................................94
Printing All Images..........................................................................96
Direct Printing Using PictBridge ....................................................... 97
Connecting the Camera to the Printer............................................97
Printing Single Images....................................................................98
Printing All Images..........................................................................99
Printing Using the DPOF Settings ..................................................99
Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer .................................100
Editing Images ..................................................................................101
Changing the Image Size and Quality..........................................101
Editing Pictures with Digital Filters ............................................... 103
Copying Files ....................................................................................105
Settings 108
Camera Settings................................................................................ 108
Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ..............108
Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................109
Changing the Date and Time........................................................110
Setting the World Time .................................................................110
Changing the Start-up Screen, Background Color and
Screen Effects ..............................................................................112
Changing the Display Language ..................................................114
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor................................114
Changing the Video Output Format..............................................115
Changing the USB Connection Mode...........................................116
Setting Auto Power Off .................................................................117
Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................117
Registering Functions ................................................................... 118
Appendix 120
List of City Codes .............................................................................120
Optional Accessories .......................................................................121
Messages...........................................................................................122
Troubleshooting................................................................................ 124
Main Specifications ..........................................................................126
WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................128
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This operating manual contains the following chapters.
1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the 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”, “Playback/Deleting/Editing” and “Settings” chapters.
4 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set the relevant
functions, including how to change the Capture mode.
5 Recording and Playback –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to record sound only or add a sound (voice memo) to an
image, and how to play back voice memos.
6 Playback/Deleting/Editing ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to view images on the camera or on a TV, how to delete and
resize images, and how to print images by connecting the camera directly to a 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.
Contents of the Operating Manual
1
indicates the reference page number fo r an explanation of the
related operation.
indicates information that is useful to know.
indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.
R, d, -, =,
H, ., C, O, +
The icons above the title show the Capture modes that can
activate the function.
Ex.)
R + .
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
1
3
2
4
5
6
7
8
10
Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.95).
Checking the Contents of the Package
Camera
Optio S40/S30
Strap
O-ST20 (∗)
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW16
AV cable
I-AVC7 (∗)
USB cable
I-USB7 (∗)
Two AA batteries
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Operating Manual
(PC Connection Manual)
Digital Camera
Operating Manua l
To ensure the best performance from
your camera, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.
Viewing Your Digital
Camera Images
On Your PC
(PC Connection Manual)
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Front
Back
Names of Parts
Shutter release button
Remote control receiver
Self-timer lamp
Power switch
Flash
PC/AV terminal
Lens
DC input terminal
Terminal cover
Speaker
Viewfinder
Microphone
Card cover
Viewfinder
Battery cover
Tripod socket
Focus status lamp (green)
Flash status lamp (red)
Strap lug
LCD monitor
Mode dial
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Guide Indications
A guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor
during operation.
The buttons are indicated as shown below.
Names of Operating Parts
Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom /f/y butt on
Four-way controller (3) 3 When digital zoom is enabled y
Four-way controller (4) 4 DISPLAY button
Four-way controller (5) 5i button
MENU button OK button
0 button
i button
Power switch
Zoom /w/x/f/y button
MENU button
Four-way controller
4 (b) 5 (zqs)
2 (gj) 3
DISPLAY button
Shutter release button
Q Playback button
0 button
OK button
DISP
MENU
OK
?/FN
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1
Getting Started
Getting Started
Attaching the Strap
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other
end through the loop.
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1
Getting Started
Powering the Camera
Insert the batteries in the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA
Ni-MH, AA nickel or AA nickel manganese batteries or one CR-V3
battery.
1 Open the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and
flip the cover open .
2 Insert the batteries according to the (+) and (–)
indicators on the battery chamber.
3
Close the battery cover and slide it back into place to lock it.
Installing the Batteries
If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the
AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended. (p.16)
• AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA nickel, AA nickel manganese and CR-V3
batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the
camera is turned on.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the
batteries, otherwise the batteries may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new
batteries after the camera has been left for a long time without
batteries, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.24)
• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly oriented,
malfunction may result.
(when using a CR-V3 battery)
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1
1
2
(when using AA batteries)
1
2
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Getting Started
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• Number of Recordable Images and Playback Time
(at 25°C with new batteries)
• The above figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions and may vary
depending on capture mode and shooting conditions.
• Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the # symbol on the LCD monitor.
Image Storage Capacity
(using the flash for 50% of shots)
Playback Time
CR-3V Approx. 500 pictures Approx. 330 minu tes
AA Ni-MH batte ries Approx. 250 pictures Approx. 180 minu tes
AA nickel manganese batteries
Approx. 130 pictures Approx. 120 minu tes
AA alkaline batterie s Approx. 50 pictures Approx. 35 minutes
• 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 returned to room
temperature.
• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, camera
performance may deteriorate at low temperatures. Use of other
batteries (such as CR-V3) is recommended when using the camera at
low temperatures.
• Be sure to take spare batteries with you when traveling abroad or to a
cold region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.
• You can maximize battery life by turning the LCD monitor off and using
the viewfinder to take pictures.
# (lit green) : Adequate power remains.
↓
$
(lit yellow) : Battery is running very low.
↓
%
(lit red) : Battery is exhausted.
↓
[Battery Depleted] : The camera will turn off after t he message appears.
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Getting Started
1
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-AC5 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.
3 Connect the AC power cable to the AC adapter.
4 Plug the AC power cable into the power outlet.
Using the AC Adapter (optional)
• Make sure that the camera is turned off when connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the AC power cable and connecting cable are inserted
securely. The data may be lost if the cable becomes disconnected
while you are taking pictures.
• If the terminal cover on the camera gets caught in the grooves of the
DC terminal (indicated by ∗ in the illustration), the DC terminal may
become disconnected. Take care that the grooves on the DC terminal
are not in a position to catch on the terminal cover when using the AC
adapter.
• To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the AC adapter,
be sure to read “FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA” (p.1).
• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter
D-AC5 before using the adapter.
• The batteries inside the camera cannot be recharged by connecting
the AC adapter.
3
2
1
AC adapter
AC power cable
To power outlet
DC terminal
∗
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1
Getting Started
Installing the SD Memory Card
This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded
on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted ( appears on the LCD
monitor) or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted ( appears on
the LCD monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before
inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
1 Open the card cover.
2 Insert the SD Memory Card so the label is facing toward
the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.
3 Close the card cover.
To remove the card, eject the card by pressing it in the direction
indicated by the arrow and pull it out.
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.19)
Data Backup
Very occasionally, malfunction of the camera may cause data stored in t he built-in
memory to become unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you
download important data to a PC or store the data in a med ia other than the built -in
memory.
Card cover
SD Memory Card
1
2
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Getting Started
1
Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the 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.
Y appears on the LCD monitor
when the card is write-protected.
• 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 voice memos 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.82) 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 been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected, the AC adapter is disconnected or the batteries
are removed while the data on the card is being recorded or accessed.
• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long 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 moving pictures even when there is adequate space
in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.
• For information on compatible memory cards, visit the PENTAX website or
contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center.
Write-protect switch
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Getting Started
1
Choose the number of recorded pixels 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.
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level on
the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
! Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to Use
∗ For only S40.
The default setting is 2304×1728 (S40), 2048×1536 (S30).
! Appropriate Quality According to Use
The default setting is D.
Recorded Pixels and Quality
Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.63
Selecting the Quality Level
1p.64
Selecting the Image Quality
1p.65
2304×1728∗ Suitable for printing on A4 paper (8 1/2 in. × 11 1/2 in.)
2048×1536 Suitable for printing on A5 paper
1600×1200 Suitable for printing on pap er slightly larger t han a postcard
1024×7680 Suitable for print ing on postcards
640×480 Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites
C
Best Lowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.
D Better
Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewin g the image
on a computer screen.
E Good
Highest compression rate. Suitabl e for attaching to e-mails
or creat ing websites.
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Getting Started
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! Appropriate Quality According to Use (Auto Select Mode)
The default setting is Super.
! The Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality
∗ For only S40.
• The above table indicates the approx. number of images when using a 16MB
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.
Superior
(2304×1728 C S40)
(2048×1536 C S30)
Suitable for printing on large paper (such as A4)
Super
(2048×1536 D)
Suitable for printing on paper slightly larger than a
postcard
Normal
(1600×1200 D)
Suitable for printing ordinary-sized p hotos
Economy
(640×480 D)
Suitable for viewing on a computer
The number of recorded pixels and quality are set together in - (Auto
Select) mode. (1p.65)
Quality Level
C
Best
D
Better
E
Good
Moving Picture
(320
×240)
Sound
Recorded Pixels
2304×1728∗ Approx. 5 Approx. 10 Approx. 15
Appr ox. 33 sec. Appr ox. 16 min.
2048×1536 Approx. 6 Approx. 12 Approx. 18
1600×1200 Approx. 11 Approx. 20 Approx. 28
1024×7680
Approx. 25 Approx. 47 Approx. 62
640×480 Approx. 57 Approx. 89 Approx. 119
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1
Getting Started
Turning the Camera On and Off
1
Press the power switch.
The camera turns on.
The lens cover opens and the lens extends when the camera is turned
on.
2 Press the power switch again.
The camera turns off.
When the camera is turned on in the Playback Only mode, the lens does
not extend. Use this mode when you want to play back pictures one after
another.
1 Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback
button.
The camera turns on in the Playback Only mode. The lens does not
extend.
Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
1p.58
Taking Pictures 1p.39
Playback Only Mode
To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, press the power
switch to turn the camera off, then press it again to turn it on.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.82
Q Playback button
Power switch
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Getting Started
1
Voice Recording Only mode is for recording sound only. The lens does
not extend in this mode.
You can use the camera as a voice recorder.
1 Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch.
The camera turns on in Voice Recording Only mode. The lens does not
extend.
Voice Recording Only Mode
When the mode dial is turned in Voice Recording Only mode, the lens
extends and the camera switches to capture status.
Recording Sound 1p.78
Mode Dial
Power switch
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1
Getting Started
Initial Settings
If the Initial Settings 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 Settings screen appears
1p.23, 24 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the
Date and Time”
If the Date Adjust screen appears
1p.24 “Setting the Date and Time”
You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc.
are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Russian, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese.
1 Turn the camera on.
2 Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose the display language.
The default setting is English.
3 Press the OK button.
The Date Adjust screen appears.
If neither screen appears, setting is not required.
Setting the Display Language
Power switch
Q Playback button
DISP LAY button
MENU button
Four-way controller
OK button
English
Initial Settings
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
City
DST
NYC
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Getting Started
1
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.
2 Press the four-way controller (5).
2 and 3 appear above and below [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).
2 and 3 appear above and below the
month.
5 Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the month.
6 Press the four-way controller (5).
2 and 3 appear above and below the day.
7 Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the day and press the
four-way controller (5).
2 and 3 appear above and below the year.
Setting the Date and Time
Date Adjust
mm/dd/yy
24H
Date Style
//
01
00 00
:
01 2004
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
:
24H
//
01
00 00
:
:
Date Adjust
mm/dd/yy
Date Style
01 2004
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
12H
//
01
00 00
:
AM
Date Adjust
mm/dd/yy
Date Style
01 2004
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
:
12H
//
01
00 00
:
AM
Date Adjust
mm/dd/yy
Date Style
01 2004
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
:
12H
//
01
00AM00
:
Date Adjust
mm/dd/yy
Date Style
01 2004
MENU
OK
OK
O K
OK
Exit
E x i t
Exit
:
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Getting Started
1
8 Repeat Step 7 to change the [year], [hour] and
[minutes].
Choose AM or PM if you selected [12h] in Step 3.
9 Press the OK button when you have finished the
settings.
The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time using
the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen. Press the OK
button again.
• 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 or Date Adjust screen is displayed, you can
cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing
the MENU button. In this case, the screen will appear next time you
turn the camera on.
• You can change the settings after they have been made. Refer to
“Changing the Date and Time” (p.84).
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2
Quick Start
Quick Start
Taking Still Pictures
The standard 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 Set the mode dial to R.
3
Check the image on the LCD monitor.
The focus frame in the middle of the LCD
monitor indicates the zone of automatic
focusing. You can change the captured area
by pressing the Zoom/ w/x button.
x : enlarges the subject.
w : enlarges the area captured by the camera.
You can check the captured area by looking through the viewfinder.
4 Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
5 Press the shutter release button fully.
The image appears on the LCD monitor for 0.5 second (Instant
Review) and is recorded on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in
memory. The green and red lamps on the right of the viewfinder blink
alternately while the image is being recorded.
As there is no focus frame in the viewfinder, be sure to check the
focusing area on the LCD monitor.
Zoom/f/y button
LCD monitor
DISPLAY button
Viewfinder
Mode Dial
Power switch
Shutter release button
44
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Focus frame
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2
Quick Start
The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.
Press halfway
The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release button is
pressed lightly (halfway). The shutter speed and aperture settings only
appear on the LCD monitor when the shutter release button is pressed
halfway. The following information is indicated on the LCD monitor and
by the focus status and flash status lamps when the shutter release
button is pressed halfway.
1. Focus frame
The focus frame lights green at the focus position if the subject is in
focus. The frame does not appear if the subject is out of focus.
2. Status lamps
Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging.
Press down fully
Press the shutter release button all the way down (fully) to take a picture.
The Instant Review default setting is 0.5 second. When the display time
is set to one second or longer, you can delete the image by pressing the
i button in the instant review display, selecting [Delete] when the
[Delete] menu appears and pressing the OK button. (1p.88)
Using the Shutter Release Button
Focus status lamp (green) Flash status lamp (red)
Lit Subject is in focus Flash is charged
Blinks Subject is out of focus Flash is charging
Instant Review
Setting the Instant Review Time 1p.71
[Poor focusing conditions]
The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In
this case, lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the
subject (by pressing the shutter release button halfway), then aim the
camera at your subject and press the shutter release button fully.
• Objects that lack contrast such as a blue sky or white wall
• Dark places or objects, or conditions that prevent light being reflected back
• Horizontal lines or intricate patterns
• Fast moving objects
• When there is an object in the foreground and an object in the background
in the same picture
• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)
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2
Quick Start
Quick Start
Playing Back Still Pictures
You can display the still picture you have just taken.
1 Press the Q Playback button
after taking a picture.
The image appears on the LCD monitor.
Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward
or backward.
1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.
The image appears on the LCD monitor.
2 Press the four-way controller (45).
displays the previous image.
displays the next image.
Playing Back Images
Playing Back the Previous or Next Image
Q Playback button
LCD monitor
Four-way controller
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1 0 0 - 0 0 0 4
100-0004
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