Pentax EI100 User Manual
For customers in the USA
ST ATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
Pour les utilisateurs an Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the EI-100 that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according
to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on taking
pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display. Images taken with the
purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act,
and care should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
CompactFlash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation.
All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Contents
Identifying the Parts .................... 3
Top Vi e w ...................................................... 3
Front View ................................................... 3
Bottom View................................................ 4
Rear View.................................................... 4
Operating Mode Dial .................................. 5
Status LCD.................................................. 5
LCD Monitor................................................ 5
Connectors.................................................. 5
For Safe Use of your Camera ..... 6
Precaution ................................................... 7
Getting Started ............................ 9
Checking Accessories ................................ 9
Preparing the Power Supply...................... 9
Loading The CompactFlash Card (Optional) .... 10
Attaching the Strap..................................... 10
Setting the Language ................................. 10
Setting the Date and Time ......................... 10
Basic Operations ......................... 10
How to capture images? ............................ 10
How to playback images? .......................... 11
How to delete images?............................... 11
How to set the focus?................................. 12
How to set the
image resolution & quality? ....................... 12
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How to set the Flash? ................................ 13
Advanced Operation.................... 13
How to adjust the EV compensation? ....... 13
How to adjust the White Balance? ............ 13
How to set the OSD
(On-Screen Display) language? ................ 14
How to set the Self-Timer? ........................ 14
How to format the Internal Memory or
CF (CompactFlash) card?.......................... 14
Operating Modes and Menus.... 15
CAPTURE Mode......................................... 15
PLAY Mode ................................................. 16
SETUP Mode .............................................. 18
DELETE Mode ............................................ 19
PC Mode ..................................................... 20
Transferring your Images to
the Computer................................ 21
System Requirements ................................ 21
Software Installation................................... 21
Acquiring Images........................................ 21
Editing and Processing Images................. 21
Additional Information ................ 22
Names and Functions ................................ 22
Warning Messages..................................... 24
Specification ................................................ 25
Identifying the Parts
Shutter Button
Top View
Viewfinder Window
Lens
Front View
Status LCD
Power Button
Menu Button Flash Mode Button
Resolution/
Quality
Button
Operating Mode Dial
Self-timer Lamp
Built-in Flash
Jack Cover
Focus Knob
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LED-1
LED-2
LCD Monitor
Strap Lug
Viewfinder
Up/Backward/
Self-timer Button
Down/Forward
Button
OK Button/
Digital Zoom Button
Display Button
Rear View
Battery Cover CF Card CoverTripod Socket
Bottom View
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Operating Mode Dial
The camera provides 5 different operating
modes for your selection:
Capture Mode
Play Mode
Delete Mode
PC Mode
Setup Mode
Status LCD
The status LCD contains the following
indicators:
Resolution Indicator
PC Mode Indicator
Image Quality Indicator
Battery Power Indicator
Flash Mode Indicator
Images Remaining/Image Number
Indicator
Self-timer Indicator
LCD Monitor
The LCD Monitor shows the current camera
information:
Resolution Quality
Time Date
File Name
USB Port
Video Port
DC IN Port
Connectors
USB Port
Video Port
DC IN Port
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FOR SAFE USE OF
YOUR CAMERA
Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety
of this product but please pay particular
attention to the warnings indicated by the
following symbols during use.
Warning
These symbols indicate that it is
possible that the user may experience
serious difficulties if the warnings are
not heeded.
Caution
These symbols indicate that it is
possible that the user may experience
some difficulties or physical difficulties
if the warnings are not heeded.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the camera.
High voltages are present within the camera, and there
is therefore a danger of electric shocks.
If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a
result of, for example, the camera being dropped, 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, and please take care that small children
do not hang the strap around their necks.
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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.
Discontinue use of the AC adapter during thunderstorms.
This can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Do not attempt to touch the product, should the product
catch fire due to a battery short, etc., and do not attempt
to disassemble or charge the battery at such times, as
there is a danger of the product bursting into flames.
On the other hand, should the camera battery explode
or start smoking, extract the battery as soon as possible,
taking great care not to get burnt at such times.
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.
Precaution
To perform a successful photo shoot, please
follow the instructions below before starting.
On Camera Holding
Hold the camera firmly with both hands and
brace your elbows lightly against your body.
Take care to keep your fingers, hair and the
camera strap away from the camera lens.
Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor to frame
your shot .
Be sure to rest the camera against your
forehead while using the viewfinder to focus
your shot
On Shutter Button Release
Press the Shutter Button slowly and gently
with your finger on it.
Keep your camera still and do not shake
while pressing the Shutter Button.
Release your press when you hear a “Beep”
sound.
On Battery Usage
Use 4 “AA” type batteries only (Alkaline,
NI-MH, lithium battery). Ni-cd battery is not
recommended.
Do not mix battery types or it may cause a
fire or explosion. Use only one battery type
at one time.
Batteries should be inserted in the battery
compartment with the “+” and “-” sides
facing correctly.
Batteries should be replaced when the
battery indicator shows the battery-empty
icon.
To improve battery performance, replace all
installed batteries at the same time and keep
batteries away from heat.
Do not drop, puncture or disassemble
batteries.
Remove the batteries if the camera is to be
stored and not used for a long period of time.
Please note that taking pictures with the LCD
monitor screen turned on uses up the
batteries.
About LCD Monitor
The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD
monitor is manufactured using extremely
high precision technology.
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Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.
99% or better, you should be aware that 0.
01% of fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not.
However, this has no ef fect on the captured
image.
Handling of the CF Card
The CF card should only be installed or
ejected when the power for the camera is
off.
Never eject a CF card or turn off the power
during the data storage process or communication with another device. This could
cause damage to the data or the card.
Do not bend a CF card or subject it to a strong
shock. Do not expose it to water nor leave it
place of high temperature.
Be sure to format before using an unused
CF card or a card used on another camera.
Never attempt to eject a CF card while it is
being formatted. If you do so, the card would
be fatally damaged.
It is possible for data stored in the CF card
to be erased under the following conditions,
so please take care. Please be aware that
Pentax bears absolutely no responsibility for
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erased data.
*Mishandling of the CF card by the user.
*CF card located where it may be susceptible to static
electricity or electrical noise.
*If the card not used for a long period of time.
*If the card ejected or power supply disconnected while
the card access lamp is blinking.
*The CF card has a limited lifespan. The stored data
may become corrupted if the memory card is not used
for a long period of time. Ensure that necessary data
is backed up to a personal computer etc. on a regular
basis.
Avoid using or storing in places where static
electricity or electrical noise is likely to occur.
Avoid using or storing in places where there
are sudden temperature variations or
condensation, or in direct sunlight.
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