Pentax 18493 - Optio S6 Digital Camera Operating Manual

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• Specifications and external dimensions ar e subject to change without notice.

01-200510 Printed in Philippines

PENTAX Corporation

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

PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters)

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

PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Be rks

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

PENTAX France S.A.S.

12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE

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

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

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

(http://www.pentax.se)

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

(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)

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

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

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

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

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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.

• " Beau-Reflective

" is a registered trade mark of Sony Corporation.

• 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.

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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 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 swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a memory card is 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 lithium-ion battery 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 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 in your eyes or mouth.

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 modify 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.

About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter

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

• Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with 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 to drop onto a hard surface. This can cause a malfunction.

• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

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

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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 travelling). Contents of a recording 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 product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzene.

• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.

• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

• 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 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 high temperature 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.24) 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 to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may damage the exterior of the camera or the LCD monitor.

• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket on the camera.

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

Regarding Product Registration

To serve you better, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PC Connection Manual (bottom right of reverse side) for more information.

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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 ............................................................................. 16

Charging the Battery Abroad ................................................................. 19

Using the AC Adapter (optional)............................................................ 21

Installing the SD Memory Card ................................................................. 23

Image Size and Quality of Still Pictures................................................. 25

Size and Quality of Movies .................................................................... 26

Initial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)......28

Setting the Display Language ............................................................... 28

Setting the Date and Time..................................................................... 29

Quick Start 32

Taking Still Pictures ................................................................................... 32

Playing Back Still Pictures ........................................................................ 34

Playing Back an Image.......................................................................... 34

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ............................................. 34

Common Operations 36

Turning the Camera On and Off................................................................ 36

Using the My Album Function ............................................................... 36

Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode ........................................... 38

Turning the Camera On in Voice Recording Mode................................ 38

Using the Button Functions ...................................................................... 39

Capture Mode........................................................................................ 39

Playback Mode ...................................................................................... 40

Voice Recording Mode .......................................................................... 42

Setting the Menus ...................................................................................... 43

How to Set the Menus ........................................................................... 43

Menu List ............................................................................................... 46

Operating the Mode Palette....................................................................... 48

How to operate the Mode Palette .......................................................... 48

Taking Pictures 51

Taking Pictures .......................................................................................... 51

Changing the Mode ............................................................................... 51

Selecting the Capture Mode .................................................................. 51

Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode ................................ 51

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Setting the Functions (Program Mode).................................................. 54

Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene

(Picture Mode)................................................................................... 55

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes

(Night Scene Mode) .......................................................................... 58

Taking Movies (Movie Mode) ................................................................ 59

Taking Panorama Pictures

(Panorama Assist Mode) ................................................................... 61

Taking Pictures in Frame Composite mode .......................................... 63

Using the Self-timer ............................................................................... 65

Continuous Shooting

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

Using the Remote Control Unit (optional).............................................. 69

Using the Zoom to Change the Subject Size ........................................ 71

Setting the Shooting Functions................................................................ 73

Selecting the Focus Mode..................................................................... 73

Selecting the Flash Mode ...................................................................... 76

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Still Pictures...................................... 78

Selecting the Quality Level of Still Pictures ........................................... 80

Adjusting the White Balance ................................................................. 82

Selecting the Autofocus Settings........................................................... 84

Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the Exposure................ 87

Setting the Sensitivity ............................................................................ 88

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)............................................. 89

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies .............................................. 90

Setting the Instant Review Time............................................................ 93

Setting the Green Button ....................................................................... 94

Setting the Image Sharpness ................................................................ 97

Setting the Color Saturation .................................................................. 98

Setting the Image Contrast.................................................................... 99

Saving the Settings .................................................................................. 100

Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ....................................................... 100

Returning the Shooting Functions to the Default Settings .................. 102

Recording and Playback of Sound 103

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) ........................................... 103

Playing Back Sound................................................................................. 105

Adding a Voice Memo.............................................................................. 106

Recording a Voice Memo .................................................................... 106

Playing Back a Voice Memo................................................................ 107

Playback/Deleting/Editing 108

Playing Back Images ............................................................................... 108

Playing Back Still Pictures ................................................................... 108

Zoom Display ...................................................................................... 108

Playing Back Movies ........................................................................... 110

Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode ............................ 111

Nine-Image Display ............................................................................. 112

Slideshow ............................................................................................ 113

Deleting Images, Movies and Sounds.................................................... 115

Deleting a Single Image, Movie or Sound ........................................... 115

Deleting All Images ............................................................................. 117

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Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files

(from Nine-Image Display) .............................................................. 118

Protecting Images, Movies and Sounds from Deletion (Protect)......... 120

Viewing Images on AV Equipment ......................................................... 122

Playing Back an Image Using the Remote Control Unit (optional)...... 123

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ....................................................... 124

Printing Single Images ........................................................................ 124

Printing All Images .............................................................................. 126

Direct Printing Using PictBridge............................................................. 127

Connecting the Camera to the Printer................................................. 127

Printing Single Images ........................................................................ 128

Printing All Images .............................................................................. 129

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ....................................................... 130

Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer ........................................ 130

Editing Images.......................................................................................... 131

Changing the Image Size and Quality................................................. 131

Trimming Images................................................................................. 133

Rotating the Displayed Image ............................................................. 134

Editing Pictures with Color Filters........................................................ 135

Editing Pictures with the Digital Filter .................................................. 137

Editing Pictures with Brightness Filter ................................................. 139

Editing Movies ..................................................................................... 141

Red-eye Compensation....................................................................... 144

Copying Files............................................................................................ 145

Settings 147

Camera Settings ....................................................................................... 147

Setting Up the Start-up Screen ........................................................... 147

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ..................... 148

Changing the Sound Settings.............................................................. 149

Changing the Date and Time .............................................................. 152

Setting the World Time ........................................................................ 154

Changing the Display Language ......................................................... 156

Changing the USB Connection Mode ................................................. 157

Changing the Video Output Format..................................................... 157

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor....................................... 158

Setting Power Saving .......................................................................... 159

Setting Auto Power Off ........................................................................ 160

Setting the Guide Display.................................................................... 160

Resetting to Default Settings ............................................................... 161

Appendix 162

List of City................................................................................................. 162

Default Settings........................................................................................ 163

Optional Accessories .............................................................................. 169

Messages .................................................................................................. 170

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 172

Main Specifications.................................................................................. 174

WARRANTY POLICY................................................................................ 177

Index .......................................................................................................... 182

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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 of Sound”, “Playback/Deleting/Editing” and “Settings” chapters.

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

This chapter explains the various way of capturing images and how to set the relevant 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, and 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.

Contents of the Operating Manual

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

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

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Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.169).

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

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio S6

Strap

O-ST20 (∗)

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW39

AV cable

I-AVC7 (∗)

USB cable

I-USB17 (∗)

Rechargeable

lithium-ion battery

D-LI8 (∗)

Battery charger

D-BC8 (∗)

AC plug cord (∗) ACDSee for PENTAX

User Guide

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Operating Manual

(PC Connection Manual)

Enjoying Your

Digital Camera

Images On Your PC

User Guide

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.

PC Connection

Manual

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Front

Back

Names of Parts

Power switch

Flash

Self-timer lamp/ Auxiliary AF light

Remote control receiver

Strap lug

DC input terminal

Battery/card cover

Shutter release button

Microphone

Speaker

Lens

USB/AV terminal

Power indicator

LCD monitor

Tripod socket

Access lamp

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Four-way controller

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

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 button Four-way controller (3) 3 for digital zoom

Four-way controller (4) 4 for trimming Four-way controller (5) 5 Green/i button

MENU button

for operating as the Green button

Shutter release button

for deleting an image

OK button

Zoom button

OK/Display button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Power switch

Q Playback button

Green/

i button

SHUTTER

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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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Getting Started

Powering the Camera

Install the battery provided with the camera.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow 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.

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.

Installing the Battery

Removing the Battery

Battery lock lever

Battery

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Getting Started

If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. (1p.21)

• 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.

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Getting Started

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.

Charging the Battery

To power outlet

Battery

AC plug cord

Charging indicator

Battery charger

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Getting Started

• 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 the 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 batteries, as the charger may 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.

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Getting Started

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

Number of recordable images: Approx. 130 (at 23°C with the LCD

monitor on and the flash used for 50% of

shots) Playback time: Approx. 90 min. Movie recording time: Approx. 50 min. Sound recording time: Approx. 130 min.

• The number of recordable images are based on CIPA standard

measurement 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.

• Recycling Batteries

• 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.

• 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.

(lit green) : Adequate power remains.

↓

(lit green) : Battery is running low.

↓

(lit red) : Battery is exhausted.

↓

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

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

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Getting Started

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.20)) 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.

Charging the Battery Abroad

• 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

—

Adapter plug

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Getting Started

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

ABBFCS

North America U.S.A., Canada 9

Europe, Former Soviet Union

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

Asia Taiwan, Japan 9

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

Oceania Australia, Tonga, New Zealand, Fiji 9

Guam 9 Tahiti 9

Central and South America

Colombia, Jamaica, Haiti, Panama, Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Mexico

Brazil, Peru 99 Chile 99 Argentina 999

Middle East Israel, Iran 9

Kuwait 99 Jordan 99

Africa Canary Islands, Guinea, Mozambique, Morocco 9

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

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Getting Started

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

battery/card 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.

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 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.

AC adapter

AC plug cord

To power outlet

4 symbols

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Getting Started

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 176 for the specifications of the battery charger and AC adapter.

Precautions When Using the Battery Charger or AC Adapter

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Getting Started

Installing the 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.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

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

2 Insert an SD Memory Card so the label (the side 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.

• 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.148) for instructions on formatting.

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.25)

321

To remove the card, push in and pull out

SD Memory Card

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Getting Started

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.

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.148) 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 battery is

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 regularly 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 answered by your nearest PENTAX service center.

Write-protect switch

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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.

Appropriate Sizes According to Use

The default setting is 6M (2816×2112).

Appropriate Quality According to Use

The default setting is D.

Image Size and Quality of Still Pictures

How to Set the Menus 1p.43

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Still Pictures 1p.78

Selecting the Quality Level of Still Pictures 1p.80

6M (2816×2112)

5M (2592×1944)

Printing images with high-resolution settings in your printer,

4M (2304×1728)

Printing at A4 size or larger, Editing and processing images

3M (2048×1536)

2M (1600×1200)

1024 (1024×768)

Printing at postcard size

640 (640×480)

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

C Best

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

Better

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

Good

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

Clear, Fine

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Approximate Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality

•

The above table indicates the approximate number of images 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.

Choose the size and quality best suited to your purpose. The larger size and the higher quality level E are chosen, the clearer moving images are produced, but the file size is increased, so that shorter recording time can be stored on a given card. Choose the appropriate size and quality on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Appropriate Sizes (Recorded Pixels) According to Use

The default setting is 640 (640×480).

Quality Level

Best

Better

Good

Sound

Recorded Pixels

6M (2816×2112) 53 80 121

hr.

min. 21 sec.

5M (2592×1944) 67 101 151

4M (2304×1728) 81 122 183

3M (2048×1536) 96 144 216

2M (1600×1200) 134 202 303

1024 (1024×768)0 245 367 551

640 (640×480) 449 674 1011

Size and Quality of Movies

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Movies 1p.90

Selecting the Quality Level of Movies 1p.91

640 (640×480)

Viewing high-quality movies at VGA size. The recordable time is shorter.

320 (320×240) Smaller data volume allows a longer time recording.

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Approximate Recordable Time by Size (Recorded Pixels) and

Quality

The default setting is C.

• The above table indicates the approximate recording times when using a 128 MB 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.

Quality Level

S.Fine

Fine

Economy

Recorded Pixels

640 (640×480) 5 min. 11 sec. 6 min. 14 sec. 7 min. 13 sec.

320 (320×240) 14 min. 3 sec. 15 min. 51 sec. 17 min. 20 sec.

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

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.28 - 29 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the

Date and Time”

If the Date Adjust screen appears:

1p.29 - 30 “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, Portuguese, 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.

If you want to change the initial settings, refer to “Changing the Date and Time” (p.152) and “Changing the Display Language” (p.156).

Setting the Display Language

Power switch

Four-way controller

OK button

Initial Setting

OKMENU

OKCancel

English

Hometown New York

Video Out

DST

OFF

0:00

NTSC

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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

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.

Set the current date and time and the display style.

1 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to choose the date and time display style.

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [24h].

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

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

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame returns to [Date Style].

Setting the Date and Time

Date Adjust

Cancel

Date Style

mm/dd/yy

Date

01/01/2005

Time

0:00

24h

Date Adjust

Cancel

Date Style

mm/dd/yy

Date

01/01/2005

Time

0:00

24h

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6 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Date].

7 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to the month.

8 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 selected [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm

corresponding to the time.

• 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.

Date Adjust

Cancel

Date Style

mm/dd/yy

Date

01/01/2005

Time

0:00

24h

Date Adjust

Cancel

Date Style

mm/dd/yy

Date

01/01/2005

Time

0:00

24h

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• 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.156) City, World Time: “Setting the World Time” (p.154) Date and Time: “Changing the Date and Time” (p.152)

• 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 Output Format” (p.157).

Language Video Output Format

English (English) NTSC

French ( ) PAL

German (Deutsch) PAL

Spanish ( ) PAL

Portuguese ( ) 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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Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures

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 the subject smaller.

3 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera 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.

Power switch

Zoom button

Shutter release button

Green button

12:00

12 :00

12:00

09/24/2005

09 /24/2005

09/24/2005

Focus frame

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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 focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the subject is in focus while the shutter release button is pressed halfway. The frame does not appear if the subject is out of focus.

Press down fully

Press the shutter release button all the way down (fully) to take a picture.

The Instant Review default setting is one second. During this time, you can delete the image by pressing the Green button, selecting [Delete] when the [Delete] menu appears and pressing the OK button. (

1p.115)

You can also record a voice memo by pressing the OK button during Instant Review. (

1p.106)

Using the Shutter Release Button

Instant Review

Setting the Instant Review Time 1p.93

[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

• Finely patterned object

• 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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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 an Image

Zoom Display 1p.108

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image

Four-way controller

Playback button

OK button

Green button

12:00

12 :00

12:00

09/24/2005

09 /24/2005

09/24/2005

100-0010

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You can delete the image displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the Green button, using the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete] and pressing the OK button. Press the Q Playback button again or press the shutter release button halfway to return to the Capture mode.

Deleting the Displayed Image

• The last picture taken appears on the LCD monitor when you switch to the Playback mode.

• You can enlarge the image (except a rotated image) displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the zoom button.

• If there are no images stored, the [No image/sound] message appears.

Zoom Display 1p.108

Deleting a Single Image, Movie or Sound

1p.115

100-0010

Cancel

Delete

OKOKOKAll

All

File No.

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Common Operations

Turning the Camera On and Off

Press the power switch.

The power indicator is illuminated by a green light. The lens extends and the camera turns on in the Capture mode. The camera is ready to take pictures by pressing the shutter release button.

• Press the Q Playback button to switch to the Playback mode and

view pictures while the lens is extended.

• Hold down the Q Playback button for two seconds to activate the

Playback mode with the lens retracted.

• Hold down the Q Playback button for more than four seconds to

display the contents of the pictures stored in the built-in memory with the SD Memory Card inserted.

2 Press the power switch again.

The camera turns off.

This camera has a built-in memory, but the built-in memory becomes hidden when an SD Memory Card is inserted. You can activate the builtin memory using the following procedure. You can save your favorite pictures, movies, and sounds in the built-in memory and use the built-in memory as a private album.

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode 1p.51

Using the My Album Function

Power switch

Playback button

Power indicator

OK button

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Common Operations

1 Confirm the SD Memory Card is set in the camera. 2 Hold down the Q Playback button for more than four

seconds in Capture Mode.

The lens retracts two seconds after you start holding down the Q Playback button, and the contents of the built-in memory are displayed two seconds later.

• When you turn the power off and on or switch from Playback Mode to Capture Mode, the My Album function is canceled and the SD Memory Card becomes activated.

• While using the My Album function, you cannot access the SD Memory Card, so you cannot copy files between the built-in memory and the SD Memory Card. Cancel the My Album function to copy the files.

• While using the My Album function, you cannot perform formatting.

To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory 1 p.146

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Common Operations

1 Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback

button.

The power indicator lights green and the camera turns on in the Playback mode with the lens retracted.

• Press the Q Playback button to extend the lens and switch to the

Capture mode.

• Hold down the Q Playback button for more than two seconds in the Capture mode or press the Q Playback button in the Voice Recording mode to switch to the Playback mode with the lens retracted.

You can use the camera as a voice recorder.

1 Press the power switch while pressing the OK button.

The power indicator lights green and the camera turns on in the Voice Recording mode.

• Press the Q Playback button to switch to the Playback mode.

Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode

The power may be turned off when the power switch is held for a while.

Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.34

Turning the Camera On in Voice Recording Mode

• You can also select the Voice Recording mode from the Capture

Mode Palette. (1p.103)

• The power may be turned off when the power switch is held for a while.

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Common Operations

Using the Button Functions

w/x Zoom button

Changes the size of the subject. (1p.32)

Q Playback button

Switches to the Playback mode. When pressed again, returns to Capture mode. (

1p.34)

Four-way controller (425)

(qs5) Changes the focus mode. (1p.73) (gh2) Changes the drive mode. (1p.65 to p.70)

(3) Displays the Capture Mode Palette. (1p.48)

(b4) Changes the flash mode. (1p.76)

OK/Display button

Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1

p.51)

Green/ibutton

Initializes the shooting function settings. (1p.102)

You can assign a different function to the Green button by selecting [Green Button] on the [A Rec.Mode] menu. (1p.94)

MENU button

Displays the [A Rec.Mode] menus. (1

p.43)

Capture Mode

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Common Operations

w/x Zoom button

Press w/f in single-image display to switch to nine-image display. Press x/y to return to the previous display. (1p.112)

Press x/y to enlarge the image in single-image display. Press w/f to return to the previous display. (1p.108)

Q Playback button

Switches to Capture mode. When switched to the Playback mode by pressing the Q Playback button in Voice Recording mode, pressing the Q Playback button again switches to the Voice Recording mode.

Four-way controller

For playing back still images

(45) : Displays the previous or next image in single-image display.

(

1p.34)

When rotating the displayed image, the image is rotated 90

degrees clockwise each time you press the 5, and 90

° degrees

counter clockwise each time you press the 4. (

1p.134)

(3) : Displays the Playback Mode Palette. (

1p.50)

(2345) : Moves the display area of the enlarged image. (

1p.108)

Selects an image in nine-image display. (

1p.112)

For playing back movies

(2) : Plays back and pauses a movie. (1p.110)

(45) : Frame forwards, frame reverses, fast forwards and

reverses a movie during playback. (

1p.110)

(3) : Stops a movie during playback. (1p.110)

For playing back voice recording files

(2) : Starts playback. When pressed again, pauses playback.

Playback Mode

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(45) : Selects a recorded file before playback. Performs the

following operations during playback.

If there are no recorded indexes:

When (

4) is pressed during playback, rewinds five seconds.

When (

5) is pressed during playback, advances five seconds.

If there are recorded indexes:

When (

4) is pressed during playback, plays back starting from the

previous index. When (

5) is pressed during playback, plays back starting from the

next index.

OK/Display button

Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.111)

Returns to a single-image display in nine-image display. (1p.112)

Green/ibutton

Deletes the image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.115)

MENU button

Displays the [A Rec.Mode] menus

. (1p.43)

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Shutter release button

When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. When pressed for more than one second, recording continues for as long as the button is held down and stops when the button is released.

Q Playback button

Switches to Playback mode. (1p.38) When pressed again, returns to

Voice Recording mode.

OK/Display button

Turns the LCD monitor on and off.

MENU button

When pressed during recording, an index can be added. When pressed during standby or before playback, displays the [A Rec.Mode] menu. (1p.43)

Voice Recording Mode

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Common Operations

Setting the Menus

When you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and change the camera settings on these menus.

When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor.

1 Press the MENU button.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. The selected area is highlighted.

2 Press the four-way controller (45).

Changes the menu screen.

3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item.

Moves the highlight up or down.

4 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu or setting screen appears. The pull-down menu displays only those items that can be selected with the current camera settings.

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

The setting changes each time the four-way controller (23) is pressed.

6 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The setting is saved and the camera is ready to take pictures. When the shutter release button is pressed fully, the picture is taken.

How to Set the Menus

To Save the Setting and Start Taking Pictures

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Common Operations

6 Press the Q Playback button.

The setting is saved and the camera returns to playback status.

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

The setting is saved and the screen returns to Step 3.

6 Press the MENU button.

The changes are canceled and the screen returns to Step 3.

The MENU button functions differ depending on the screen. Refer to the guide indications.

Exit : Saves the current setting, exit the operation and return

to the original screen (Capture or Playback mode).

: Saves the current setting and return to Step 1.

Cancel: Cancels the current selection, exit the operation and

return to Step 3.

To Save the Setting and Begin Playback of Images

To Save the Setting and Continue with Menu Operations

To Cancel the Changes and Continue with Menu Operations

•

If you press the MENU button with the pull-down menu displayed, the setting is canceled.

• If you press the OK button, the MENU button or the four-way controller (4) with the pull-down menu displayed, the menu returns to the screen used for selecting an item.

• The menu is exited automatically one minute after the last operation.

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Common Operations

Example of Menu Operation

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Set-up

Exit

Format Sound Date Adjust

English

World Time Language/ USB Connection PC

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Cancel

100 200

400

Auto

Rec. Mode

Green Button

Exit

EV Compensation Movie Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

1sec1

±0.0

Memory

Flash Mode Drive Mode Focus Mode Zoom Position MF Position White Balance

Cancel

MENU button

To the next screen

[A Rec.Mode] Menu [B Set-up] Menu

Select Screen

4’

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Common Operations

[A Rec.Mode] Menu

Menu List

Item Description Page

Recorded Pixels For selecting the number of pixels p.78

Quality Level For selecting the image compression ratio p.80

White Balance For adjusting the color balance according to lighting p.82

AF Setting

Focusing Area For changing the area of the autofocus p.84

Focus Limiter

For limiting the moving range of the lens in accordance with the shooting conditions

p.85

Aux. AF light

For focusing with auxiliary AF light when the subject is dim and the autofocus is hard to function properly

p.86

AE Metering

For setting the metering method to determine the exposure

p.87

Sensitivity For setting the sensitivity p.88

EV Compensation

For adjusting the exposure between –2.0 and +2.0 p.89

Movie

Recorded Pixels For selecting the recorded pixels of the movie p.90

Quality Level For selecting the quality level of the movie p.91

Time-lapse Movie For setting the time-lapse setting of the movie p.92

Movie anti-shake

For compensating for camera shake of the movie automatically

p.92

Digital Zoom For taking digital zoom pictures p.71

Instant Review For setting the Instant Review time p.93

Memory

For saving the shooting function settings when the camera is turned off

p.100

Green Button

For registering a function on the Green button p.94

Sharpness

For setting the sharpness

p.97

Saturation For setting the saturation p.98

Contrast For setting the contrast

p.99

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Common Operations

[B Set-up] Menu

Item Description Page

Format For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory p.148

Sound

For adjusting the operation volume and the playback volume and setting the type and volume of start-up sound, shutter sound, key operation sound, self-timer sound.

p.149

Date Adjust For adjusting the date, time, and display style p.152

World Time For setting the world time p.154

Language/

For changing the language in which menus and messages appear

p.156

USB Connection For changing the USB connection mode p.157

Video Out For setting the video output format p.157

Brightness Level For changing the brightness of the LCD monitor p.158

Power Saving For setting the Power Saving function p.159

Quick Zoom

For displaying the image at specified magnification by pressing the zoom button once

p.109

Quick Delete

For displaying the Delete screen with [Delete] highlighted when On is selected

p.116

Auto Power Off For turning off the power automatically p.160

Guide Display

For showing the mode selected on the screen in Capture mode, the status of the four-way controller, and assignment of the Green button.

p.160

Reset For returning the camera settings to defaults p.161

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Common Operations

Operating the Mode Palette

Once you press the four-way controller (3), the Mode Palette appears on the LCD monitor. You can edit an image or change the settings of the camera.

The guide display is indicated while using the Mode Palette.

1 Press the four-way controller (3).

In Capture mode, the Capture Mode Palette appears and in Playback mode, the Playback Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an

item.

3 Press the OK button.

The screen for each mode appears.

Capture Mode Palette

How to operate the Mode Palette

Mode Palette List

Icon Item Description

Page

Program mode The basic picture-taking mode.

p.54

Night Scene mode

Lets you take dark scenes such as night views.

p.58

Movie mode Lets you take movies and sounds.

p.59

Voice Recording Mode Records audio, such as voices.

p.103

Panorama Assist mode

Lets you take a number of images to be joined into a panorama picture using the software supplied with the camera.

p.61

Program

OKMENU

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Common Operations

Picture mode

Landscape mode

Lets you capture the natural colors of landscape views.

p.55

Flower mode Lets you take brightly colored flower pictures.

Portrait mode

Lets you take portraits with spatial effect, by emphasizing the person.

Candlelight mode Ideal for capturing a candlelit atmosphere.

Surf & Snow mode

Lets you take photos against dazzling backgrounds like beaches or snow-covered mountains.

Sport mode

Lets you take clear pictures of moving subjects with a high shutter speed to prevent motion blur.

Pet mode

Lets you take clear pictures of pets to fit the hair color.

Text mode

Lets you take clear pictures of text or writing. Also lets you turn colored text black/white or reverse color.

Food mode

Lets you take appetizing pictures of prepared food.

Frame Composite mode

Lets you take pictures with a decorative frame.

p.63

Icon Item Description

Page

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Common Operations

Playback Mode Palette

Icon Item Description Page

Slideshow For playing recorded images successively

p.113

Resize For changing the size and quality level of images p.131

Trimming

For trimming images and saving them as separate images

p.133

Image/ Sound Copy

For copying files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa

p.145

Image Rotation

For displaying rotated still pictures p.134

Color Filter For processing images using the color filter

p.135

Digital Filter

For applying special effects such as the illustration effect or the slim effect to still pictures according to your taste

p.137

Brightness Filter

For adjusting the brightness of images using a filter

p.139

Movie Edit For editing movies

p.141

Red-eye Compensation

For retouching red-eyes, a phenomenon that can happen when shooting with a flash

p.144

Voice Memo

For adding a voice memo to an image

p.106

Protect

For protecting images and sounds to avoid accidental erasure

p.120

DPOF

For printing images from a DPOF compatible printer or at a printing service

p.124

Start-up screen

For setting the Start-up screen

p.147

Slideshow

OKMENU

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Taking Pictures

Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images.

• To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the

Q Playback button.

• To change from Playback mode to Capture mode, press the

Q Playback button or press the shutter release button halfway.

Select the Capture Mode from the Mode Palette. (1p.48)

You can display shooting information on the LCD monitor when taking pictures. The display mode can be changed by pressing the OK/Display button.

Normal Display

Shooting information is displayed when the power is turned on.

1 Capture mode 2 Flash mode 3 Drive mode 4 Focus mode 5 Focus frame 6 Zoom 7 Card/Built-in memory 8 Battery indicator 9 Remaining number of recordable images 10

Date and time

World Time setting

12 Anti-shake warning 13 Aperture 14 Shutter speed

Changing the Mode

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode

Selecting the Capture Mode

Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode

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Histogram Display

The brightness distribution of the image is displayed. The horizontal axis shows the brightness (darkest at the left end and brightest at the right end) and the vertical axis shows the number of pixels.

1 Recorded Pixels 2 Quality Level 3 White Balance 4 AE Metering 5 Sensitivity 6 Histogram

Guide Display

The grids divided into three parts are displayed. These grids will help you to improve composition.

No icons

No shooting information is displayed.

• The focus frame appears in Autofocus mode.

• If any of the modes are changed, the mode you have changed appears for a few seconds.

Backlight Off

The LCD monitor is turned off.

Saving the Display Mode 1p.100

• Under shooting conditions where camera shake is likely to occur,

(Anti-shake warning) will be displayed. Take pictures with the

camera secured on a tripod or other stable surface.

• All the camera buttons function as normal even when the backlight is off. Press the shutter release button to take pictures as normal.

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A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image on the horizontal axis and the number of pixels on the vertical axis (distribution chart of the brightness). The histogram will help you detect the brightness of the image you have taken. For instance, the graph peak tends to appear on the left side for a darker image, and the graph peak tends to appear on the right side for a brighter image. In general, when the exposure meter of your image is wellbalanced, the graph peaks tend to appear in the middle. On the contrary, when the exposure meter gets imbalanced tending dark and bright without showing a neutral brightness, the peaks appear not in the middle but on both sides.

Using Histogram

Number of pixels

Brightness

(Dark) (Bright)

Dark Neutral Bright

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In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other functions such as the Flash Mode or Continuous Shooting mode.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select R (Program mode).

3 Press the OK button. 4 Set the functions you want to use.

Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions” (p.73 - 99) for details of how to set the functions.

5 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

6 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Setting the Functions (Program Mode)

Taking Still Pictures 1p.32

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Program

OKMENU

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You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are nine available modes in Picture mode.

Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (

2345

)

to choose the desired mode.

For example, select H (Landscape mode).

Press the OK button.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode)

Landscape

Lets you capture the natural colors of landscape views.

Flower

Lets you take brightly colored flower pictures.

Portrait

Lets you take portraits with spatial effect, by emphasizing the person.

Candlelight

Ideal for capturing a candlelit atmosphere.

Surf & Snow

Lets you take photos against dazzling backgrounds like beaches or snow-covered mountains.

Sport

Lets you take clear pictures of moving subjects with a high shutter speed.

Pet

Lets you take clear pictures of pets to fit the hair color.

Text

Lets you take clear pictures of text or writing. Also lets you turn colored text black/white or reverse color.

Food

Lets you take appetizing pictures of prepared food.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Program

OKMENU

Landscape

OKMENU

Picture mode

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In Pet mode, you can take pictures that shows natural hair color of your pet. Choose the appropriate icon depending on what color your pet is (closer to black or white or in between).

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select E. 3 Press the OK button.

The screen for selecting the pet mode appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select E, F, F, H, G or G.

There are two icons of a cat and a dog. (Choosing either the cat or dog icon does not affect the resulting picture. Choose whichever you prefer.)

5 Press the OK button.

The Pet mode is selected and the camera is ready to take the picture.

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame turns green when the subject is in focus.

7 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

• When the (Sport) or E (Pet) mode is selected, the automatic tracking AF function operates and the camera continues to adjust the focus on the moving subject even after the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

• In Picture mode, Saturation, Contrast, Sharpness and White Balance are automatically set to their default settings. You cannot change the settings.

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode)

When the E (Pet) mode is selected, the automatic tracking AF function operates and the camera continues to adjust the focus on the moving subject even after the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

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This mode allows you to take clear pictures of written text. This is convenient for capturing a digital copy of an important document or enhancing legibility of small print.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select . 3 Press the OK button.

The screen for selecting the Text mode appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select , , , .

Press the four-way controller (45) to adjust the contrast.

5 Press the OK button.

The text mode is selected and the camera is ready to take the picture.

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame turns green when the subject is in focus.

7 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode)

Color Maintains original colored text.

Neg. Color Reverses colored text.

B&W Turns colored text black/white.

Neg. B&W Reverses black/white text.

Text Contrast

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You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select

A (Night-

Scene mode).

3 Press the OK button. 4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene Mode)

Total recording time will be longer when the picture is taken at slower shutter speed (approximately 1/4 second or slower), because the noise reduction activates to reduce noise.

The shutter speed is slower when taking pictures of dark scenes. To prevent camera shake, secure the camera on a tripod or other stable surface.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Night Scene

OKMENU

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This mode enables you to take movies and sounds.

1 Press the four-way controller (3)

in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select

C (Movie

mode).

3 Press the OK button.

The following shooting information appears on the LCD monitor and the camera is ready to take movies.

1 Movie mode icon 2

Flash Off icon

Card/Built-in memory

4 Recordable time

5 Movie anti-shake (On)

4 Press the shutter release button.

Shooting starts. You can change the size of the image using the zoom button.

: makes the subject bigger.

w : makes the subject smaller.

5 Press the shutter release button.

Shooting ends.

Taking Movies (Movie Mode)

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Zoom button

Program

OKMENU

Movie

OKMENU

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If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second, the movie will be taken for as long as you keep the button pressed. Shooting stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button.

Keeping the Shutter Release Button Pressed

• The flash will not discharge in Movie mode.

• Continuous shooting is not possible in Movie mode.

• You cannot use the remote control unit in Movie mode.

• Sound cannot be recorded when [Time-lapse Movie] is set to On.

• Set the Movie anti-shake to Off to use the digital zoom in Movie mode.

• The optical zoom cannot be used while taking movies in Movie mode.

• The Focusing Area is fixed to Spot, and the Focus Limiter and the auxiliary AF light are set to Off in Movie mode. When Focus Mode is set to Autofocus or Macro, the AF operation is performed once right before starting taking a movie.

Taking Time-lapse Movies 1p.92

Playing Back Movies

1p.110

When you register [Movie] on the Green Button, press the Green Button in Capture mode to switch to Movie mode. (1 p.94).

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You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX) and a computer are necessary for joining the images. The Panorama Assist mode enables you to overlap the edges of the images so that they are easier to join together later into a panorama picture.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select

F (Panorama

Assist mode).

3 Press the OK button. 4 Use the four-way controller to

choose the direction in which the images will be joined.

4 Joins the images at the left. 5 Joins the images at the right. 2 Joins the images at the top. 3 Joins the images at the bottom.

The example shows the images when

5 is selected.

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Panorama Assist

OKMENU

Set shift direction

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5 Take the first image.

Press the shutter release button to take the first image. The right edge of the image appears in half-transparent form on the left of the LCD monitor.

6 Move the camera to the right and

take the second image.

Move the camera until the half-transparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to take the third and subsequent images.

To cancel Panorama Assist mode, change to another mode.

• The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX, ACD photostitcher). Refer to “ACDSee for PENTAX Users Guide” for instructions on creating panorama pictures.

• Continuous shooting is not possible in Panorama Assist mode.

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You can take pictures with a decorative frame added using the Frame Composite function. There are three frames already stored in the camera.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select Y (Frame Composite).

3 Press the OK button.

The frame selection screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (45)

to choose a frame.

5 Press the OK button.

The subject appears in the selected frame.

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

Taking Pictures in Frame Composite mode

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Frame Composite

OKMENU

Select the frame

for composite

Select the frame

for composite

Change

OKOKOK

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7 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

To switch to the screen for registering a frame, press the Green button in Step 3. You can register frames which you have downloaded from the internet, etc. When you register a new frame, it replaces one of the existing frames in the built-in memory. Before you can register a new frame, copy it first to the SD Memory Card.

1 In the frame selection screen, choose the frame you

want to remove and press the Green button.

A message appears and the frames on the SD Memory Card that you can register in the built-in memory appear.

2 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the frame

you want to register and press the OK button.

The frame is registered in the built-in memory instead of the frame selected in Step 1.

• The Recorded Pixels is fixed to 3M, and cannot be changed to any other size.

• Continuous Shooting is not possible in Frame Composite mode.

To Register a New Frame

When a new frame on the SD Memory Card is registered in the builtin memory, it replaces one of the existing frames in the built-in memory. The replaced frame is deleted from the built-in memory.

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In self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. 2 Press the four-way controller

(45) to select g or r.

3 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take pictures using the Self-timer.

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

g The self-timer is engaged and the self-timer lamp lights for about

seven seconds. The picture is taken approximately three seconds after the self-timer lamp starts to blink.

r The self-timer is engaged and the picture is taken approximately

two seconds after the self-timer lamp starts to blink.

Using the Self-timer

Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-timer is running.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Drive Mode

Self-timer

Drive Mode

Self-timer

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• The countdown is displayed on the LCD monitor when you press the shutter release button.

• If you press the shutter release button halfway while the camera is counting down, it stops counting down. And if you press the shutter release button fully, it starts counting down again from the beginning.

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You can switch the Drive mode to Continuous Shooting mode. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed.

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. 2 Press the four-way controller

(45) to select j.

3 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take pictures continuously.

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. Shooting stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button.

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)

• You can continue shooting until the SD Memory Card or the builtin memory is full.

• The interval will vary according to the [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level] settings.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

OK button

Drive Mode

Continuous Shooting

Drive Mode

Continuous Shooting

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• The flash will not discharge in Continuous Shooting mode.

• Continuous shooting is not available for Movie, Panorama Assist or Frame Composite mode.

• The focus, exposure and white balance are locked with the first image.

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You can switch the Drive mode to Remote Control mode and take pictures using the remote control unit E or F (optional).

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. 2 Press the four-way controller

(45) to select i or h.

3 Press the OK button.

The self-timer lamp blinks slowly and the camera is ready to take the picture.

4 Press the shutter release button

on the remote control unit.

i The self-timer lamp blinks quickly and the picture is taken after

approximately three seconds.

h The picture is taken immediately.

Using the Remote Control Unit (optional)

Taking Pictures Using the Remote Control

• Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-timer lamp is blinking.

• You cannot use the remote control unit in Movie mode.

Shutter release button

Zoom button

Remote control unit E (Remote control unit F has no zoom button.)

Four-way controller

OK button

Drive Mode

0 sec remote control

Drive Mode

0 sec remote control

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You can not only change the zoom magnification with the zoom button, but also shoot images with the shutter button using the remote control unit E (optional).

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. 2 Press the four-way controller (45) to select i or h.

The function is same either in i or h.

3 Press the zoom button on the remote control unit.

Each time you press the zoom button, the zoom position will change among tele, middle, and wide.

Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit

A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately 30,000 times. Contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center if the battery needs changing. (A charge is made for changing the battery.)

Changing the Magnification Using the Remote Control Unit

The zoom position will not change in Macro mode, even if you press the zoom button. If the camera is in the optical zoom range, the zoom magnification is cancelled when you press the zoom button.

• The buttons on the camera can be used in the normal way.

• Ensure that the remote control unit is no more than about four meters away from the front of the camera.

• You cannot change the digital zoom range with the remote control unit; you can change only the optical zoom range.

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You can use the zoom to change the size of the subject and take pictures in Tele or Wide mode.

1 Press the zoom button in Capture

mode.

x Tele: makes the subject bigger. w Wide: makes the subject smaller.

When the digital zoom function is disabled, you can take pictures at up to three times magnification using the optical zoom. When the digital zoom function is enabled, you can further enlarge the subject to a maximum magnification equivalent to 12 times.

Using the Zoom to Change the Subject Size

Saving the Zoom Position 1p.100

You cannot use the optical zoom when taking movies.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

MENU button

Zoom button

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19 8

198

19 8

198

Zoom bar

Digital zoom range

When digital zoom is enabled

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The digital zoom is set to O(On) in the default settings. To take pictures using only the optical zoom, set the digital zoom to P(Off).

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Digital Zoom].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On)/P (Off).

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take pictures.

Setting the Digital Zoom

Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting 1p.100

Set the Movie anti-shake to Off to use the digital zoom in Movie mode.

Rec. Mode

Green Button

Exit

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Setting the Shooting Functions

Focus mode

Selecting the Focus Mode

Autofocus mode

The camera focuses on the object in the autofocus area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Use this mode when the distance to the subject is more than 40 cm (16 in.).

Macro mode

This mode is used when the distance to the subject is approx. 15 cm – 50 cm (5.9 in. – 19.7 in.). The camera focuses on the object in the autofocus area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Pan Focus mode

This mode is used when shooting close and distant subjects together or the subject is hard to focus on. You can adjust the focus on a subject in the following ranges. When taking still pictures: approx. 1.1 m (3.6 ft.) to

∞ (wide end), approx. 4.5 m

(15 ft.) to

∞ (tele end)

When taking movies: approx. 0.6 m (1.97 ft.) to

∞ (wide end), approx. 2.5 m (8.2

ft.) to

∞ (tele end)

Infinity-Landscape mode

This mode is used for taking distant objects.

Manual Focus mode Adjust the focus manually with the four-way controller.

Saving the Focus Mode 1p.100

Four-way controller

OK button

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1 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode. 2 Press the four-way controller

(23) to select the focus mode.

3 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected focus mode.

When the mode is set to (Manual Focus), press the OK button to make the central portion of the picture enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus adjustment. Use the four-way controller (23) to adjust the focus while watching the indicator on the LCD monitor.

Auxiliary AF light

• The auxiliary AF light may be activated under low lighting in Autofocus mode.

• The auxiliary AF light of this camera conforms to the safety standard (IEC60825-1) for Class 1 LED product. Looking at the light directly will not create safety hazard. However, do not look into the emitter from a very short distance since you may feel dazzled.

• The default setting is Autofocus mode.

• When Focus Mode is set to Autofocus or Macro in Movie mode, the AF operation is performed once just right before starting taking a movie.

Manual Focus

For distant focus

For closer focus

Focus Mode

Standard

Focus Mode

Standard

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After the focus is set, press the OK button to determine the focus position and return to the normal capture screen. Press the OK button again to change the previously determined focus position.

• When focusing, hold down the four-way controller (23) to focus quickly.

• When you use Manual Focus in Movie mode, adjust the focus right before starting taking a movie. You cannot adjust the focus while taking the movie.

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Flash Modes

1 Press the four-way controller (4)

in Capture mode.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select the flash mode.

Selecting the Flash Mode

Auto

The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions.

Flash Off

The flash will not discharge, regardless of the brightness. Use this mode to take pictures at dusk or in museums etc. where flash photography is prohibited.

Flash On The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.

Auto + Red-eye

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused by the light from the flash being reflected in the subject’s eyes. The flash discharges automatically.

Flash On + redeye

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused by the light from the flash being reflected in the subject’s eyes. The flash will discharge regardless of lighting conditions.

Soft Flash

This mode reduces the intensity of the flash so that the flash is not too bright even when fired at close range. The flash will discharge regardless of the light conditions.

• The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to C (Movie mode), Continuous Shooting, or Infinity-Landscape.

• The flash discharges a total of three times, two pre-flashes (It may look like one flash to your eye) and the third time to take the pictures. (In the red-eye reduction modes, the interval between the pre-flashes and the last flash is longer.)

Four-way controller

OK button

Flash Mode

Auto

Flash Mode

Auto

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3 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected flash mode.

Saving the Flash Mode 1p.100

• Using the flash in Macro mode may cause the image to be overexposed.

• The shutter speed is slower when taking pictures of dark scenes using a flash in Night Scene mode. To prevent camera shake, secure the camera on a tripod or other stable surface.

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You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [6M], [5M], [4M], [3M], [2M], [1024] and [640]. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The data volume also varies depending on the quality level setting (1p.80).

Number of Recorded Pixels

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Recorded Pixels].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Still Pictures

6M (2816×2112)

5M (2592×1944)

Printing images with high-resolution settings in your printer,

4M (2304×1728) Printing at A4 size or larger, Editing and processing images

3M (2048×1536)

2M (1600×1200)

1024 (1024×768)

Printing at postcard size

640 (640×480)

For use as images on websites, For attaching images to

e-mail

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

MENU button

Clear, Fine

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

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4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the recording pixels.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

•

Selecting a large size produces a clear picture when it is printed out.

•

The Recorded Pixels setting is saved when the camera is turned off.

Image Size and Quality of Still Pictures 1p.25

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Cancel

5M 4M 3M 2M

1024

640

Copies

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You can choose the image compression ratio. The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The Recorded Pixels setting also changes the picture volume (1p.78).

Quality Levels

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Quality Level].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

Selecting the Quality Level of Still Pictures

Best Lowest compression ratio. Suitable for photo prints.

Better

Standard compression ratio. Suitable for viewing the image on a computer screen.

E Good

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

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level

White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

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4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the quality level.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

The Quality Level setting is saved when the camera is turned off.

Image Size and Quality of Still Pictures 1p.25

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level

White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Cancel

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You can select a white balance function best suited to the light conditions at the time of shooting. The Auto adjusts a white balance automatically and reproduces natural colors. The Manual allows you to decide a white balance based on the subject you want to make appear white. You can also choose other white balance functions to reproduce colors more accurately depending on the weather or a type of light source.

White Balance

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [White

Balance].

Adjusting the White Balance

Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.

Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

Shade Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.

Tungsten Light

Use this mode when taking pictures under electric or other tungsten light.

Fluorescent Light

Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescent light.

Manual

Use this mode when taking pictures by adjusting the white balance manually.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

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3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The White Balance screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to change the setting.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Place a white material such as a piece of white paper in front of your camera to adjust white balance.

1 Select [K] (Manual) on the White

Balance screen.

2 Point the camera at the white

material so that it fills the screen.

3 Press the Green button.

The white balance is automatically adjusted. [Complete] appears on the LCD monitor.

4 Press the OK button.

The setting now adjusted is saved and the screen returns to the [A Rec.Mode] menu.

5 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Saving the White Balance 1p.100

Manual Setting

White Balance

AWB

Auto

AWB

Auto

Cancel

White Balance

AWB

Cancel

Adjust

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You can set the autofocus area and focusing method.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select

[AF Setting].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The AF Setting screen appears.

You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).

Focusing Area

Selecting the Autofocus Settings

Changing the Focusing Area

[ ] Multiple

The camera measures a wide range in the center of the monitor (within the focusing area) and focuses on the nearest subject.

[ ] Spot

The camera measures a narrow range in the center of the monitor (the spot focusing area) making easier for you to focus on a specific subject.

Automatic tracking

The camera always continues to focus on a specified subject while the LCD monitor is on.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

AF Setting

Focusing Area Focus Limiter Aux. AF Light

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4 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

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

Focusing Area.

6 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

You can limit the moving range of the lens in accordance with the shooting conditions. When you set the Focus Limiter to On, the moving range of the lens is limited to the long range side for normal shooting, and to the close-up side for macro shooting. You can adjust the focus on the subject quickly.

4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select

[Focus Limiter].

5 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On)/P (Off).

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Saving the Focusing Area Setting 1p.100

Setting the Focus Limiter

AF Setting

Focusing Area Focus Limiter Aux. AF Light

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The auxiliary AF light is convenient when you shoot a dark subject. The function helps you to focus on the subject under the conditions that the auto focus does not work properly.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Aux. AF Light].

5 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On)/P (Off).

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Auxiliary AF Light

The auxiliary AF light of this camera conforms to the safety standard (IEC60825-1) for Class 1 LED product. Looking at the light directly will not create safety hazard. However, do not look into the emitter from a very short distance since you may feel dazzled.

The camera does not emit the auxiliary AF light under the following condition: the recording mode is set to C (Movie), H (Landscape) or x (Candlelight), or the focus mode is set to pan focus, infinitylandscape mode, or manual focus. In the H (Landscape) and x (Candlelight) mode, however, you can let the camera emit the auxiliary AF light by setting [Aux. AF Light] to On.

AF Setting

Focusing Area Focus Limiter Aux. AF Light

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You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure.

AE Metering Modes

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [AE Metering].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the AE metering mode.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the Exposure

Multi-segment The exposure is determined by the entire screen.

Center-weighted

The exposure is determined mainly by the center of the screen.

Spot

The exposure is determined by the small area in the center of the screen only.

Saving the AE Metering Mode 1p.100

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Cancel

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You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.

Sensitivity

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Sensitivity].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the sensitivity.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Sensitivity

Auto

The sensitivity is automatically set in the range from 64 to 200.

• The lower the sensitivity (the lower values), the sharper the image and the less noise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.

• The higher the sensitivity (the higher values), the faster the shutter speed in low light conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may be affected by noise.

100

200

400

Saving the Sensitivity 1p.100

You can select 800 for Sensitivity in Candlelight mode.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Cancel

100 200 400

Auto

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You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture. Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or underexposed.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [EV Compensation].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to change the EV setting.

To brighten, set a positive (+) value. To darken, set a negative (–) value. You can choose the EV setting in the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)

Saving the EV Compensation Value 1p.100

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Green Button

Exit

EV Compensation Movie

Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

1sec1sec

±0.0

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You can select the recorded pixels and quality level for taking movies.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Movie].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The Movie setting menu appears.

You can choose the number of recorded pixels from 640 (640×480) and 320 (320×240). The more pixels are selected, the larger the file size. The data volume also varies depending on the quality level setting.

Recorded Pixels

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Movies

640 (640×480)

You can view high-quality movies at VGA size. The recordable time is shorter.

320 (320×240) The file size is small and the recordable time is longer.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

EV Compensation Movie Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

1sec1sec

±0.0

Green Button

Recorded Pixels Quality Level Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

Movie

640

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4 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

5 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Recorded Pixels].

The recordable time for the selected Recorded Pixels appears.

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

You can choose the quality level from C, D and E. The more E, the clearer the movie appears and the larger the data volume.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Quality Level].

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select Quality Level.

The recordable time for the selected quality level appears.

7 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Size and Quality of Movies 1p.26

Selecting the Quality Level of Movies

Size and Quality of Movies 1p.26

Recorded Pixels Quality Level Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

30fps30fps

Movie

640

Cancel

640 320

Rec. time

00:05:11

Recorded Pixels Quality Level

Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

Movie

640

Recorded Pixels Quality Level

Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

Movie

640

Cancel

Rec. time

00:05:11

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This mode lets you take movies at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back, the action appears speeded up.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Time-lapse Movie].

5 Press the four-way controller

(5).

A pull-down menu appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the time-lapse setting.

You can choose from [Off], [×2], [×5], [×10], [x15] and [x30].

7 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to record a time-lapse movie.

When you set Movie anti-shake to On, you can compensate for camera shake, which is more likely to occur while taking movies.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Movie anti-shake].

5 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On)/P (Off).

Taking Time-lapse Movies

• Off (×1) is the normal setting for movies (approximately 30 frames per second). When ×2 or ×5 is selected, the number of frames taken per second is reduced to 1/2 or 1/5.

• As movies are normally played back at the rate of approximately 30 frames per second, movies taken at ×2 appear to be played back at twice the normal speed and movies taken at ×5 appear to be played back at five times the normal speed.

• Sound cannot be recorded.

Compensating for Camera Shake

Recorded Pixels Quality Level Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

Movie

640

Recorded Pixels Quality Level Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

30fps30fps

Movie

640

Cancel

x30 x15 x10 x5 x2 OffOff

Recorded Pixels Quality Level Time-lapse Movie Movie anti-shake

Off

Movie

640

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You can choose the Instant Review time from Off (no display), 1 sec., 2 sec., 3 sec., 4 sec., and 5 sec.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Instant Review].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the display time.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Instant Review Time

The Instant Review setting is saved when the camera is turned off.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Green Button

Exit

EV Compensation Movie Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

1sec1sec

±0.0

Rec. Mode

Green Button

EV Compensation Movie

Digital Zoom Instant Review

Memory

1sec1sec

±0.0

Cancel

2sec 1sec Off

3sec

4sec

5sec

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You can register one of the three functions: Initialize Rec. Mode (p.102), Movie (p.59) or Fn Setting (p.95) on the Green button. The function can be activated simply by pressing the Green button.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Press the four-way controller

(23) to select [Green Button].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The Green button setting screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select the function you want to register.

5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Green Button

Registering a Function (Initialize Rec. Mode) · (Movie)

As the initial setting, the Initialize Rec. Mode function is registered.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

EV Compensation Movie Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

1sec1sec

±0.0

Green Button

Cancel

Initialize Rec. Mode Movie Fn Setting

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You can register frequently used functions on the four-way controller. Using this function, you can directly set the functions by pressing the four-way controller without displaying the menu in Capture mode. In Fn Setting, still picture mode and Movie mode have different settings. To excute Fn Setting for Movie mode, press MENU button in Movie mode in Step 1 on page 94.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Fn Setting].

5 Press the OK button.

The Fn Setting screen appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select a key you want to assign a function to.

7 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

8 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select a function you want to assign.

9 Press the OK button. 10 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Registering Frequently Used Functions (Fn Setting)

This function is activated only when assigning the Fn Setting to the Green button.

You can assign only one function to each key.

+ +

Green Button

Cancel

Recorded Pixels EV Compensation White Balance

Quality Level

Initialize Rec. Mode Movie Fn Setting

Green Button

Fn Setting

Recorded Pixels EV Compensation White Balance

+ +

Quality Level

+ +

Green Button

Cancel

Recorded Pixels EV Compensation White Balance Sensitivity

WB ISO

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area Focus Limiter AE Metering

WB AF

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The initial settings for Fn Setting

Functions that can be registered on Fn Setting

still picture mode Movie mode

Initial settings (2) Recorded Pixels (2) Recorded Pixels

(3) EV Compensation (3) EV Compensation (4) White Balance (4) Quality Level (5) Quality Level (5) Time-lapse Movie

still picture mode Movie mode

Setting items Recorded Pixels Recorded Pixels

Quality Level Quality Level

White Balance Time-lapse Movie

Focusing Area Movie anti-shake

Focus Limiter White Balance

AE Metering EV Compensation

Sensitivity Sharpness

EV Compensation Saturation

Sharpness Contrast

Saturation Off

Contrast

Off

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You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Sharpness].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to adjust sharpness.

To soften the contours, choose (–) and to sharpen the contours, choose (+).

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Image Sharpness

The Sharpness setting is saved when the camera is turned off.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

Sharpness Saturation Contrast

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You can set the color saturation.

1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [Saturation].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to adjust saturation.

To reduce the saturation, choose (–) and to increase the saturation, choose (+).

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The camera is ready to take the picture.

Setting the Color Saturation

The Saturation setting is saved when the camera is turned off.

Rec. Mode

Exit

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance AF Setting AE Metering Sensitivity

AWB

Auto

Shutter release button

MENU button

Four-way controller

Rec. Mode

Exit

Sharpness Saturation Contrast