Pentax E50 User Manual

Digital Camera

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Operating Manual

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

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera.

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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 capabilities.

Regarding copyrights

Images taken using this PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.

Regarding trademarks

• PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.

• SDHC logo is trademark.

• 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.

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

To users of this camera

• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

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

Regarding PictBridge

PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the camera through a few simple operations.

Regarding Product Registration

In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PC Connection Manual (bottom right on page 1) for more information.

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY

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We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries.

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or material losses.

About the Camera

Warning

• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.

• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of receiving an electric shock.

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

• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and voltage specified for exclusive use with this product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified exclusively for use with this product may cause fire or electric shocks.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the batteries or unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter. Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

Caution

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

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. Batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged.

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

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

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or emit smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.

• Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or in your mouth.

• Depending on your inherent factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.

Handling Precautions for Batteries

• This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH or AA nickel manganese batteries. Do not use batteries other than those specified here. Using some other type of battery may cause the camera to function poorly, or the batteries may rupture or cause a fire.

• AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries cannot be recharged. Do not try to take the batteries apart. The batteries may rupture or leak if you try to charge them or take them apart.

• Do not remove the external seal of the battery. If the seal is removed, the battery may short and may cause a fire, rupture, leak or heat.

• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Doing so may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.

•

Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and negative (–) poles in the wrong orientation. Doing so may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.

About the AC Adapter

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Caution

• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.

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

• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard surface. This can cause a malfunction.

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

Care to be Taken During Handling

• Take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package with you when traveling. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.

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

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzene.

•

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

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

• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come

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in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shock, or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera when it is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc.

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

• The LCD monitor will become black at a high temperature but will return to normal when normal temperatures are returned to.

•

The response speed of the

LCD monitor

becomes slow at low temperatures.

This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance.

• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.

• Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to enter the camera as this may damage the camera. Wipe away any raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera to dry.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.24) regarding the SD Memory Card.

• Please note that formatting an SD Memory Card or built-in memory will delete all data; however it may still be possible to recover that data using off-the-shelf data recovery software. Please manage your camera memory at your own risk.

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

• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may damage the exterior of the camera or the LCD monitor.

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

Contents

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY.................................................... 1

Care to be Taken During Handling ................................................... 3

Contents ...........................................................................................5

Composition of the Operating Manual .............................................. 9

Camera Features.................................................................................10

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

Names of Operating Parts .............................................................. 13

Monitor Indications .........................................................................14

Getting Started 16

Checking the Contents of the Package ............................................16

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................17

Powering the Camera .........................................................................18

Installing the Batteries ....................................................................18

Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply ................. 20

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................22

Picture Storage Capacity................................................................25

Movie Storage Capacity .................................................................25

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................26

Turning the Camera On in Capture Mode ......................................26

Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode ....................................27

Initial Settings .....................................................................................28

Selecting the Display Language ..................................................... 28

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

Quick Start 31

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................31

Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................33

Playing Back Images ...................................................................... 33

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ......................................33

Rotating the Displayed Image ........................................................34

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode .................35

Common Operations 36

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................36

In Capture Mode.............................................................................36

In Playback Mode ........................................................................... 38

Using the Menu ...................................................................................40

How to Set the Menus ....................................................................40

Menu List ........................................................................................ 43

Using the Mode Palettes ....................................................................45

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How to Select the Modes................................................................45

Mode Palette List............................................................................45

Taking Pictures 48

Taking Pictures in a Selected Mode..................................................48

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)..........................48

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode

(Auto Picture Mode)........................................................................50

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings

(Program Mode) .............................................................................51

Taking Pictures of People (Portrait Mode/Kids Mode).................... 52

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 54

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene Mode) ....................55

Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring When Taking Pictures

(Digital SR Mode) ...........................................................................56

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)..........................57

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................... 59

Taking Pictures with Customized Settings ......................................62

Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................ 62

Selecting the Quality Level ............................................................. 64

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................66

Selecting the Focus Mode .............................................................. 67

Selecting the Auto Focus Mode (AF Mode)....................................69

Selecting the Flash Mode ............................................................... 70

Setting the Sensitivity .....................................................................72

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......................................73

Doing More with Useful Functions....................................................74

Displaying Shooting Information.....................................................74

Using the Self-timer ........................................................................ 75

Taking a Series of Pictures.............................................................76

Setting the Date Imprint..................................................................78

Saving Your Settings (Memory)...................................................... 79

Recording Movies ............................................................................... 81

Recording a Movie..........................................................................81

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies .......................................83

Playing Back and Deleting Images 85

Playing Back Images on the Camera ................................................85

Playing Back Still Pictures .............................................................. 85

Reviewing Shooting Information.....................................................85

Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display............86

Zoom Playback...............................................................................88

Slideshow .......................................................................................89

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Playing Back Movies ..........................................................................91

Playing Back a Movie .....................................................................91

Playing Back Images on a TV ............................................................93

Deleting Images and Sound Files......................................................94

Deleting a Single Image/Sound File ...............................................94

Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files

(from Nine-Image Display).............................................................. 95

Deleting All Images and Sound Files.............................................. 97

Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) ..........98

Editing and Printing Images 100

Editing Images ..................................................................................100

Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize)............................ 100

Cropping Images ..........................................................................102

Copying Images and Sound Files................................................. 103

Using the Digital Filter ..................................................................105

Using the Brightness Filter ...........................................................106

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite) ............................................ 107

Red-eye Compensation................................................................109

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................ 110

Printing Single Images.................................................................. 110

Printing All Images........................................................................112

Printing Using PictBridge ................................................................113

Connecting the Camera to the Printer .......................................... 113

Printing Single Images.................................................................. 114

Printing All Images........................................................................116

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ................................................117

Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer.....................................117

Recording and Playing Back Sound 118

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)....................................118

Playing Back Sound .........................................................................120

Settings 121

Camera Settings................................................................................121

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ..............121

Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................122

Changing the Date and Time........................................................ 124

Changing the Display Language ..................................................126

Changing the Image Folder Name ...............................................127

Changing the USB Connection Mode........................................... 128

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................129

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Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor................................ 130

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................131

Setting Auto Power Off ................................................................. 132

Setting the Guide Display ............................................................. 133

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................134

Changing the Start-up Screen ...................................................... 135

Appendix 136

Default Settings.................................................................................136

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................ 139

Optional Accessories .......................................................................140

Messages...........................................................................................141

Troubleshooting................................................................................143

Main Specifications ..........................................................................145

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................149

Index...................................................................................................154

Composition of the Operating Manual

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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 wish to start taking pictures or playing back images 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 chapters below.

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

This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set the relevant functions.

5 Playing Back and Deleting Images––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to view still pictures and movies on the camera or on a TV and how to delete images from the camera.

6 Editing and Printing Images –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to edit taken images using the camera and print still pictures. For saving images to a computer and installing ACDSee for PENTAX, refer to the PC Connection Manual. For details on editing and printing images with a computer, refer to ACDSee for PENTAX Help.

7 Recording and Playing Back Sound–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to record sound files (Voice Recording mode) and how to play back sound files.

8 Settings ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

9 Appendix–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This section deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.

The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.

indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related

operation.

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

Camera Features

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The Optio E50 features a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. Here we briefly describe how to make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full.

Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions!

The Optio E50 features an easy-to-see 2.4-inch LCD monitor. In addition, settings for capture, playback and editing functions are easy to navigate. Simply select icons that appear on the LCD monitor. Picture taking has never been simpler in press of a button, you can capture every smile, every moment, and every memory. (p.48) If you are unsure of which shooting mode to use, select b (Auto Picture). The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode depending on the scene. *(p.50)

* When you select b (Auto Picture mode), a shooting mode is selected from -

(Standard mode), A (Night Scene mode), q (Landscape mode) and I (Portrait mode).

(Green Mode). With just one

Let the camera choose the optimal settings. Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings.

Have Fun with Adding a Frame to a Picture or

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Taking Panoramic Pictures!

With the Optio E50, you can add a fancy frame when taking a picture of a child or your pet, for example. (p.57) You can also add frames to pictures you have taken. Taking panoramic pictures is also easy, as the camera stitches up to 3 pictures into a panoramic scene. (p.59)

For decorating your pictures

with a frame.

For capturing a panoramic

scene.

Easy Printing without Using a Computer!

By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB/AV cable, you can enjoy printing out images directly from the camera with a touch of a button. Gone are the days of not being able to print out pictures at home because operating the computer was too difficult!

Easily print out images without using a computer.

Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar Format!

The Optio E50 lets you display recorded images by date in calendar format. You can easily find the image you wish to play back as you look back at your album. (p.87)

Names of Parts

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Front

Power switch

Shutter release button

Strap lug

DC coupler cable cover

Back

LCD monitor

Speaker

USB/AV terminal

Tripod socket

Flash Self-timer lamp

Lens

Microphone

Power lamp

Battery/card cover

Names of Operating Parts

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Power switch

Shutter release button

Zoom/w/x/f/y button

Q button

Four-way controller 4/W button

Green/i button

3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.36 - p.39) for an explanation of the function of each button.

Monitor Indications

+ 1 . 0

3 8

1 4 : 2 5

0 2 / 0 2 / 2 0 0 8

F 2 . 8

1 / 2 5 0

+ 1 . 0

3 8

100

ISO

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Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions.

1 2 3 4

1 Shooting mode (p.45) 7 Memory status (p.26) 2 Flash mode (p.70) + :Built-in memory 3 Drive mode (p.75 – p.77) 4 Focus mode (p.67) a :SD Memory Card 5

Camera shake icon (p.74) (appears only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway)

6 Digital zoom icon (p.66) 10 Focus frame (p.31)

Full Display in Still Picture Capture Mode (All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)

1/250

F2.8

Shutter speed (appears only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway)

Aperture (appears only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway)

6 7

8 9

14:25

02/02/2008

+1.0

(without card)

r :Card is write-protected

8 Remaining image storage capacity 9 Battery level indicator (p.19)

11 EV compensation (p.73) 12 Date and time (p.29)

3 4

100

ISO

100

+1.0

ISO

DATE

3 Recorded pixels (p.62) 4 Quality level (p.64) 5 Sensitivity (p.72) 6 Date imprint warning (p.78)

Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode

F 2 . 8

1 / 2 5 0

1 0 0

0 0 3 8

100

ISO

1 4 : 2 5

0 2 / 0 2 / 2 0 0 8

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(All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A10 appear when [Normal Display] or [Detailed Display] is selected. B1 to B5 appear only when [Detailed Display] is selected. (p.85)

A2 A3

100

100-0038

0038

B1 B2

A5 A6 A7

B4 B5

A1 Playback mode icon (p.47) A8 Shooting date and time (p.29) A2 Folder number (p.127) A9 Four-way controller operation A3 File number A4 Protect icon (p.98) A10 Key lock icon (p.48) A5 Battery level indicator (p.19) B1 Recorded pixels (p.62) A6 Volume indicator (p.122) B2 Quality level (p.64) A7 Memory status (p.26) B3 Sensitivity (p.72)

+ :

Built-in memory (without card)

a :SD Memory Card r :Card is write-protected

In Normal Display, A5 and A8 disappear if no operation is performed for two seconds.

Button operation guide

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

Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom button Four-way controller (3) 3 Four-way controller (4) 4 Shutter release button Four-way controller (5) 5 3 button

ISO

1/250

1/250 F2.8

F2.8

100

02/02/2008

14:25

guide

B4 Shutter speed B5 Aperture

4/W button

Green/i button | or i

A8 A9

SHUTTER

Getting Started

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Checking the Contents of the Package

Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below.

Getting Started

Camera

Optio E50

USB/AV cable

I-UAV77 (*)

Quick Guide

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.140).

Strap

O-ST62 (*)

Two AA

alkaline batteries

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW77

Operating Manual (this manual)

/ PC Connection Manual

(CD-ROM)

Attaching the Strap

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Attach the strap (O-ST62) supplied with the camera.

1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and

pull tight.

Getting Started

Powering the Camera

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Getting Started

Installing the Batteries

Install the batteries into the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will automatically open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers from it.

2 Insert the batteries, making sure the (+) and (–)

terminals on the batteries match the (+) and (–) symbols inside the battery compartment.

Close the battery/card cover and slide it in the opposite

direction of

• AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries are not rechargeable.

• Do not open the battery/card cover or remove the batteries while the camera is turned on.

•

If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries. If the batteries are left in the camera for a long time, they may leak.

•

If the batteries have been removed from the camera for a long time, when they are reinserted and the camera is turned on, the message [Battery depleted] may appear. This can also happen when using the camera for the first time; however this is not a malfunction. Turn the camera off, wait a minute and then turn the camera on again to reset the camera. The date and time may also be reset.

• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result. If the ends of the batteries look dirty, wipe them before inserting into the camera.

• Use the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) if you intend to use the

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camera for a long time. (p.20)

• Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time

(at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and fresh AA alkaline batteries inserted)

Image Storage Capacity

Approx. 250 pictures Approx. 340 min.

*1: Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during

CIPA-compliant testing (with LCD monitor on, flash used for 50% of the shots, and 23°C). Actual performance may vary according to operating conditions.

*2: According to the result of in-house testing.

•

In general, battery performance may temporarily deteriorate as the

Playback Time

temperature decreases. Be sure to take spare batteries when using the camera in a cold region and keep the batteries warm by placing them in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that has deteriorated due to cold temperature will return to normal performance when the batteries reach room temperature.

•

Due to their characteristics, AA alkaline batteries and nickel manganese batteries may not allow the camera to make full use of its capabilities when used at cold temperatures. Use of AA lithium or AA Ni-MH batteries is recommended when the camera is used at cold temperatures.

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

• Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the w indicator on the LCD monitor.

Screen Display Battery Status

(green) Adequate power remains.

(green) Batteries are running low.

(yellow) Batteries are running very low.

(red) Batteries are exhausted.

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

Getting Started

Due to the characteristics of AA nickel manganese batteries, the battery level may not be displayed correctly when using these batteries. w may be displayed for the battery level even if the batteries are running low. The camera may also turn off without warning even if w is displayed.

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Getting Started

AC plug cord

DC coupler cable cover

DC coupler

DC terminal

DC coupler cable

DC input terminal

Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply

Use of the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) with a household power supply is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect it to a computer.

1 Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal of the DC coupler.

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

battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will automatically open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers from it.

3 Insert the DC coupler into the battery compartment,

making sure the (+) and (–) terminals on the coupler match the (+) and (–) symbols inside the battery compartment.

4 Open the DC coupler cable cover, pass the DC coupler

cable through the opening, and close the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the opposite direction of 1. Slide the battery/card cover all the way in to make sure it is securely closed.

5 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. 6 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or

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disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure that the AC plug cord and the power cord connecting the AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. The data may become lost if either cord becomes disconnected while data is being recorded.

• Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock. Be sure to read “USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY” (p.1) and “About the AC Adapter” (p.3) before using the AC adapter.

• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter kit K-AC62 before using the adapter.

Getting Started

Installing the SD Memory Card

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Getting Started

SD Memory Card

SD Memory Card socket

This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Captured images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is not inserted.

• Be sure to use this camera to format an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.121) for instructions on formatting.

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

The still picture storage capacity varies depending on the capacity of the SD Memory Card and the selected number of recorded pixels and quality level. (p.145)

Backing Up Data

The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in the case of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up important data in another location.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

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Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will automatically open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers from it.

2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card

socket so that the label is facing toward the LCD monitor.

Push the card in until it clicks. Images and sound may not be recorded correctly if the card is not inserted all the way.

3 Close the battery/card cover and slide it in the opposite

direction of 1.

Removing the SD Memory Card

1 Open the battery/card cover. 2 Push the card into the SD Memory Card socket to eject

it.

Pull the card out.

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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card

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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

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of existing data or formatting of the card.

appears on the LCD monitor when the

card is write-protected.

• Care should be taken when removing 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 saved to the card, images or sound files are being played back, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB/AV 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.

• 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 or the batteries are removed while the data on

the card is being recorded or accessed.

• If the SD Memory Card 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 computer.

• 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.

• For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website.

• Be sure to format an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory”. (p.121)

• Please note that formatting the SD Memory Card will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot be recovered using off-the-shelf data recovery software. There are off-the-shelf secure data deletion software programs available that will completely delete the data. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. In any case, the data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your own risk.

Write-protect switch

Picture Storage Capacity

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Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level] for still images according to how the images will be used. For [Recorded Pixels], [8M], [5M], [4M], [3M], [2M], [1024] and [640] are selectable. For [Quality Level], you can select from [C (Best)], [D (Better)] and [E (Good)]. Make your selection on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.62

Selecting the Quality Level 1p.64

Storage capacity varies depending on the recorded pixels and the quality level you select. For details, see the table on the page indicated below.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time (Still Picture) 1p.145

Movie Storage Capacity

Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Frame Rate] for movies according to how the movies will be used. For [Recorded Pixels], you can select either [640] or [320]. For [Quality Level], you can select either [30fps] or [15fps]. Make your selection in [Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies 1p.83

Storage capacity varies depending on the recorded pixels and the frame rate you select. For details, see the table on the page indicated below.

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Movie Storage Capacity 1p.146

Turning the Camera On and Off

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Power switch

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Q button

Turning the Camera On in Capture Mode

Press the power switch.

The LCD monitor turns on and the lens extends. The camera turns on in A mode (Capture mode). If [Language/ ] screen or [Date Adjust] screen appears when you turn on the camera, follow the procedures on p.28 to select the display language and/or set current date and time.

2 Press the power switch again.

The LCD monitor turns off, the lens closes, and the camera turns off.

Checking the Memory Card

The memory card is checked automatically when the camera turns on.

appears on the LCD monitor when there is no SD Memory Card inserted in the camera. In this case, images and sound files will be saved in the built-in memory.

appears instead of a when the write-protect switch on the SD Memory Card is in the locked position. Images and sound cannot be recorded when the write-protect switch is locked.

Memory status

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Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode

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You can start the Optio E50 in Playback mode with the lens retracted. This is useful when you want to play back saved images and sound straightaway without taking pictures.

Press the power switch while holding down the Q button.

The LCD monitor turns on with the lens retracted. The camera turns on in Q mode (Playback mode).

2 Press the Q button again or press the shutter release

button halfway.

The camera switches to A mode (Capture mode).

Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.33

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Initial Settings

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Set the language, time and date before you start taking pictures for the first time.

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Four-way controller

4 button 3 button

The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Follow the procedures in “Selecting the Display Language” below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.29) to set the current date and time. Go to “Setting the Date and Time” (p.29) if the [Date Adjust] screen appears.

Selecting the Display Language

1 Use the four-way controller

English

(2345) to choose the desired display language.

2 Press the 4 button.

The [Date Adjust] screen appears. Go to “Setting the Date and Time” to set the current date and time and select the display style.

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Deutsch

S uomi Polski

Magyar

Italiano Nederlands

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