Pentax istDL2 User Manual
SLR Digital Camera
Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance, please read
the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX F 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.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, D FA and FA J lenses and
lenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position.
To use any other lens or accessory, see p.37 and p.184.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the F 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, 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 smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.
• The SD logo is a trademark.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
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.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled
digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more
faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not
PRINT Image Matching III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Regarding PictBridge
PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the
unified standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the
camera through a few simple operations.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor
in this manual are different from the actual product.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
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.
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Warning
Caution
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injury.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
minor or medium personal injury, or material loss.
ABOUT THE CAMERA
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present
inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the
camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is the risk of 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 memory card is accidentally swallowed.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small
children do not hang the strap over their necks.
• Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with the telephoto lens
attached, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun
directly with the telephoto lens may lead to a loss of eyesight.
• Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
assistance immediately if a battery is accidentally swallowed.
• Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this product, with the
specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this
product, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power or
voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop
use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact your
nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a 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.
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Caution
• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. Do not
disassemble the batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The
batteries could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this
camera, only the Ni-MH batteries can be recharged.
• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or
begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low
temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.
• Do not place your finger over or cover the flash with clothing when
discharging the flash. Fingers or clothing may be burned.
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE
• Only use specified batteries with this camera. Use of other batteries can
cause a fire or explosion.
• Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or
an old battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or a fire.
• The batteries should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –)
marked on the batteries and the camera. Not inserting batteries correctly
may cause explosion or a fire.
• AA lithium batteries, AA alkaline batteries and disposable CR-V3 are not
rechargeable. Do not disassemble the batteries. Recharging and
disassembling can cause explosion or leakage.
Care to be Taken During Handling
• Take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This
will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still
working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a
wedding or during traveling). Pictures 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.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol
benzene.
• Do not subject to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the
camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• Do not store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from case and
store in a dry and well-ventilated location.
• This camera is not waterproof, and should not be used in the rain or where
the camera could get wet.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a
cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles,
or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return
to normal as temperatures normalize.
• The LCD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due
to liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain
high performance.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and
outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag,
removing the camera after temperature of the camera and surroundings are
equalized.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts.
These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops
on the camera.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card” (p.30) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder.
Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage or malfunction.
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Regarding Product Registration
In order to better service you, 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 PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1
Operating Manual (Windows users: p.10, Mac OS users: p.12) for more information.
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Contents
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA..................................................1
ABOUT THE CAMERA.........................................................................1
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE............................................2
Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................2
Contents ...............................................................................................4
Composition of the Operating Manual ..................................................9
Before Using Your Camera 11
F Camera Characteristics ............................................ 12
Checking the Contents of the Package...................................... 13
Names of Working Parts ............................................................. 14
Camera...............................................................................................14
LCD Monitor Indications .....................................................................16
Viewfinder Indications.........................................................................20
LCD Panel Indications ........................................................................22
Getting Started 23
Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 24
Inserting the Batteries ................................................................. 25
Batteries..............................................................................................26
Battery Level Indicator........................................................................27
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time
(new batteries)....................................................................................27
Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ........................................................28
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................................. 29
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.....................................................31
Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................. 32
Initial Settings .............................................................................. 33
Setting the Display Language.............................................................33
Setting the Date and Time..................................................................35
Attaching the Lens....................................................................... 37
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ............................................... 39
Basic Operations 41
Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 42
Holding the Camera............................................................................42
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ..............................43
Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes............ 47
Selecting the Shooting Scene.............................................................48
Using the Zoom Lens .................................................................. 50
Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................... 51
Other Shooting Modes................................................................. 55
Continuous Shooting ..........................................................................55
Self-Timer Shooting............................................................................57
Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ........61
Using Mirror Lock Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake.................64
Playing Back Still Pictures .......................................................... 65
Playing Back Images..........................................................................65
Enlarging Playback Images ................................................................67
Nine-Image Display ............................................................................68
Slideshow ...........................................................................................70
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment................................. 72
Processing Images with Filters .................................................. 73
Deleting Images ........................................................................... 75
Deleting a Single Image......................................................................75
Deleting All Images.............................................................................76
Deleting Selected Images (from Nine-Image Display)........................77
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)..........................................79
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)........................................... 81
Printing Single Images........................................................................81
Settings for All Images........................................................................82
Printing Using PictBridge............................................................ 84
Setting [Transfer Mode]......................................................................85
Connecting the Camera to the Printer ................................................86
Printing Single Images........................................................................87
Printing All Images..............................................................................89
Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings..........................................91
Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer...........................................91
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Menu Reference 93
Using the Button Functions ........................................................ 94
Capture Mode.....................................................................................94
Playback Mode ...................................................................................96
Using the Menu ............................................................................ 98
How to Operate the Menu...................................................................98
[A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items.................................................100
[Q Playback] Menu Setting Items...................................................100
[H Set-up] Menu Setting Items ........................................................101
[A Custom Setting] menu Setting Items...........................................102
Using the Fn Menu ..................................................................... 104
Capture Mode...................................................................................104
Playback Mode .................................................................................105
Using the Mode Dial................................................................... 106
Function Reference 109
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level....................... 110
Setting the Image Tone ....................................................................110
Setting the Recorded Pixels .............................................................111
Setting the Quality Level...................................................................112
Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast ......................................113
Setting the White Balance ................................................................114
Setting the Sensitivity .......................................................................117
Setting the Color Space....................................................................119
Focusing ..................................................................................... 120
Using the Autofocus..........................................................................120
Setting the Focusing Area ................................................................123
Setting the AF Mode.........................................................................124
Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)..........................................................125
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus).................................127
Setting the Exposure ................................................................. 129
Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed...............................................129
Selecting the Metering Method.........................................................131
Changing the Exposure Mode ..........................................................133
Setting the Exposure ........................................................................142
Changing the Exposure and Shooting
(Auto Bracket)...................................................................................144
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before
Shooting ..................................................................................... 147
Displaying the Preview .....................................................................147
Selecting the Preview Method ..........................................................148
Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................. 149
Compensating Flash Output.............................................................149
Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash...........................................150
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode.................................150
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ......................151
DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility
with the Built-in Flash........................................................................153
Using an External Flash (Optional)...................................................155
Settings During Playback.......................................................... 162
Changing Playback Display Method ................................................162
Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..............................................163
Camera Settings......................................................................... 164
Formatting the SD Memory Card......................................................164
Turning the Beep On and Off............................................................165
Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style.........................165
Setting the World Time.....................................................................166
Setting the Display Language...........................................................169
Turning the Guide Display On and Off..............................................169
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor....................................170
Selecting the Video Output Format...................................................170
Setting Auto Power Off .....................................................................171
Selecting the Folder Name ...............................................................171
Resetting the File Number................................................................172
Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview ...................172
Resetting to Default Settings .................................................... 174
Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu...................................174
Resetting the Custom Function Menu ..............................................175
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Appendix 177
Default Settings.......................................................................... 178
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 182
Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ............................................... 184
Cleaning the CCD....................................................................... 185
Optional Accessories ................................................................ 187
Error Messages .......................................................................... 190
Troubleshooting......................................................................... 192
Main Specifications ................................................................... 194
Specifications for Remote Control F (Optional)................................196
Glossary...................................................................................... 197
Index............................................................................................ 202
WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................. 206
Composition of the Operating Manual
This operating manual contains the following chapters.
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1 Before Using Your Camera
Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various
parts.
2 Getting Started
Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be
sure to read it and follow the instructions.
3 Basic Operations
Explains the procedures for taking, playing back, and printing still pictures.
Read it to learn all of the basic operations about capturing, playing back,
and printing.
4 Menu Reference
Explains the functions of F by buttons and menus.
5 Function Reference
Introduces functions to further enhance your F experience.
6 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides
various resources.
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2
3
4
5
6
The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.
1
Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.
Shows useful information.
Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.
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Memo
1 Before Using Your
Camera
Check the package contents and names of working parts
before use.
F Camera Characteristics ....................12
Checking the Contents of the Package ..............13
Names of Working Parts ......................................14
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F Camera Characteristics
• Features a 23.5×15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high
precision and a wide dynamic range.
• Uses CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or
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Before Using Your Camera
AA alkaline batteries.
• Features a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixels and a
brightness adjusting function for high-precision viewing performance.
• Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure that
the desired result is achieved.
• A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the
camera. The large, high-resolution LCD monitor and easy-to-use menus
make the camera easier to operate.
The captured area (view angle) will differ between the F and 35 mm
SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35 mm
film and CCD are different.
Sizes for 35 mm film and CCD
35 mm film : 36×24 mm
F CCD : 23.5×15.7 mm
Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera
must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of F. To obtain a
focal length framing the same area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by
1.5.
Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm
camera
150÷1.5=100
Use a 100 mm lens with the F.
Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with F by 1.5 to
determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras.
Example) If 300 mm lens is used with F
300×1.5=450
Focal length is equivalent to 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.
Checking the Contents of the Package
The following accessories are packaged with your camera.
Check that all accessories are included.
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Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW43
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Eyecup F
(Installed on camera)
USB cable
I-USB17
O-ST10
PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/
PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1
Operating Manual
N
Strap
ME Viewfinder cap
Video cable
I-VC28
AA Alkaline batteries*
(four)
* The batteries packaged with the camera are for checking the camera's
functionality.
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Names of Working Parts
Camera
1
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Lens mount index
Shutter release
button
Main switch
Self-Timer lamp/
Remote control receiver
Lens unlock button
3 button
i button
Mirror
AF coupler
Focus
mode lever
Lens information
contacts
e-dial
L/Z
button
Four-way
controller
4 button
{ button
M button
Q button
Battery cover
Tripod socket
15
K button
Mode dial
Strap lug
Cable switch
terminal
USB/Video terminal
DC input terminal
Terminal cover
LCD monitor
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
mc button
LCD panel
Diopter
adjustment lever
Card cover
Card cover
unlock lever
Card access
lamp
Viewfinder
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Before Using Your Camera
16
1600
25
AF-S
2006
Night Scene
LCD Monitor Indications
The following indicators appear on the
LCD monitor depending on the status of
the camera.
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Before Using Your Camera
LCD monitor
While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial
Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when powered on or
setting dial mode.
Select Off for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.101)
182345 6 7
AF-S
AF-S
Night Scene
Night Scene
2525//
25 //
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1414: 25
:2006
14 25010101 2006
1600
1600
1 Flash mode
(Active mode appears) (p.51)
2 Drive mode (p.104)
3* AE metering (p.131)
4 AF mode (p.124)
5* Focusing area (p.123)
6* White balance (p.114)
7* Sensitivity (p.117)
8 Shooting mode, Scene mode
(p.106)
9* World time warning display (p.166)
10 Date and time (p.165)
* Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear
when the setting other than the
default setting is selected. 9 only
appears when World Time is On.
Capture Mode
Detailed In fo
25
AF-S
sRGB
mm
ISO
800
2006
Detailed In fo
Use d f or n i g ht s c ene s .
Use a tr i p o d , e t c . t o
pre v e n t s h a k in g .
Night Scene
Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function
settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds.
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Detailed Information
Detailed Info
Detailed Info
AF-S
AF-S
ISO
800
ISO
800
sRGB
sRGB
2006//
4040mm
40
1414: 25
14 : 25252525 ///010101 2006
mm
1 AF mode (p.124) 11 Color space (p.119)
2 Mode dial position (p.106) 12 White balance (p.114)
3 AE metering (p.131) 13 Date and time (p.165)
4 Flash mode (p.51) 14 Focusing area (p.123)
5 Drive mode (p.104) 15 Saturation (p.113)
6 Auto bracket (p.146) 16 Sharpness (p.113)
7 ISO sensitivity (p.117) 17 Contrast (p.113)
8 Image tone (p.110) 18 Lens focal length
9 Quality level (p.112) 19* Scene mode (p.47)
10 Recorded pixels (p.111)
* Only displayed in Scene mode.
Detailed Info
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109
12
13
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1
15
1665432
1787
1811
Press the four-way controller (5) to view explanation of set Shooting mode.
Explanation of Set Shooting Mode
Detailed Info
Detailed Info
Night Scene
Used for night scenes.
Used for night scenes.
Use a tripod, etc. to
Use a tripod, etc. to
prevent shaking.
prevent shaking.
Night Scene
18
25
sRGB
mm
ISO
800
2000
100 - 0 0 01
AF-S
2006
Playback Mode
The camera switches screen displays every time you press the M
button during playback.
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You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the Q button.
(p.162)
Detailed Information
100-0001
100-0001
1
AF-S
AF-S
1 5.
2000
1 /
20001/ 228.F28.
ISO
ISO
800
800
+
+
F
sRGB
sRGB
/0101/
25252006
/01 /25 2006
15.
EVEVEV
14 : 25
1414: 25
4040mm
40
mm
11
12 13 14 15
17
20
21
24
1 Captured image 14 Drive mode (p.104)
2 Rotate icon (p.66) 15 Auto bracket (p.146)
3 Image folder number and file
number (p.171, 172)
16 Sharpness (p.113)
17 ISO sensitivity (p.117)
4 Protect icon (p.79) 18 Image tone (p.110)
5 AF mode (p.124) 19 Contrast (p.113)
6 Focusing area (p.123) 20 Quality level (p.112)
7 Shutter speed (p.135) 21 Recorded pixels (p.111)
8 Aperture (p.137) 22 Color space (p.119)
9 EV compensation (p.142) 23 Lens focal length
10 Saturation (p.113) 24 White balance (p.114)
11 Mode dial position (p.106) 25 Captured date and time (p.165)
12 AE metering (p.131) 26* Scene mode (p.47)
13 Flash mode (p.51)
* Only displayed in Scene mode.
2
26
5
9
87
18
22
25
3
4
6
10
16
19
23
Histogram Display
100- 0 0 4 6
12
100-0046
100-0046
3
4
1 Capture quality (Image file type)
2 Image folder number and file number (p.171, p.172)
3 Protect icon (p.79)
4 Histogram (p.162)
• Areas where blooming occurred blink if [Bright Portion] warning is set to On
in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.162)
• Press the four-way controller (23) in the histogram display to move the
histogram display position up or down.
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Viewfinder Indications
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1
3
4 5
1
67 8 91011
12 13 14
1 AF frame (p.39)
2 Spot metering frame (p.131)
3 Flash status (p.51)
Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but
not set.
4 ISO sensitivity warning (p.118)
Appears when warning value is exceeded.
5 Continuous mode (p.124)
Appears when [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k (Continuous
mode).
6 Picture mode icon (p.47)
Icon for Picture mode in use appears.
\ (Moving Object), q (Macro), = (Portrait), U (Normal mode in I),
. (Night Scene Portrait), s (Landscape)
7 Focus indicator (p.44)
Appears when image is focused.
8 Shutter speed (p.135)
Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting (underlined when shutter speed
can be adjusted with e-dial).
9 Aperture (p.137)
Aperture when capturing or adjusting (underlined when aperture can be
adjusted with e-dial).
10 EV compensation (p.142)
Appears when EV compensation is available or in use.
Blinks slowly when compensating flash output.
Blinks quickly when compensating exposure and flash output.
Adjusted value appears where number of recordable images is shown.
11 Number of recordable images/EV compensation
Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded
pixel setting.
Show the number of continuous shooting recordable images. (p.102)
EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted.
(p.134)
The difference with the appropriate exposure value appears if exposure
mode is a. (p.139)
12 Manual focus (p.127)
Appears when focus mode is \.
13 Scene mode icon (p.47)
Appears when taking pictures in Scene mode.
14 AE lock indicator (p.143)
Appears during AE lock.
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LCD Panel Indications
The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera.
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1
2
7
8
3
9
4
111065
1 Shutter speed (p.135) 5 Focusing area (p.123)
2 Aperture (p.137) No indicator: Wide
3 Flash mode (p.51) M :Spot
b : Built-in flash is ready
(when blinking, flash should
be used or incompatible
lens is being used)
a :Flash off M : Center-weighted
E : Auto discharge N : Spot metering
> :
Red-eye reduction flash on
4 Drive mode (p.104) 8 White balance (p.114)
9 : Single frame shooting
j : Continuous shooting 9 Battery level
g : Self-Timer shooting 10 EV compensation (p.142)
h : Remote control shooting 11 Number of recordable images/
6 AE metering (p.131)
No indicator: Multi-segment
metering
metering
7 Auto bracketing (p.146)
(Not displayed when set to Auto)
EV compensation value/PC (Pb)
(PC=Personal Computer (mass
storage), Pb=PictBridge)
2 Getting Started
This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the
camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the
instructions.
Attaching the Strap ..............................................24
Inserting the Batteries .........................................25
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card .........29
Turning the Camera On and Off ..........................32
Initial Settings .......................................................33
Attaching the Lens ...............................................37
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................39
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Getting Started
Attaching the Strap
1
Pass the end of the strap
through the strap lug, then
secure on the inside of the
clasp.
2
Pass the other end of the strap
through the other strap lug on
the camera, then secure on the
inside of the clasp.
Inserting the Batteries
Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH
batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.
This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera’s
functionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to
“Batteries” (p.26) for details on compatible batteries and when to use them.
• CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.
• Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The
batteries may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries
after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.35)
• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera
breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting.
• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or
an old battery with a new one.
1
Push and hold the battery
cover unlock lever as shown in
the illustration ( ), and slide
the battery cover toward the
lens ( ), and then flip open.
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1
1
2
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Getting Started
2
Insert the batteries according
to the +/– indicators in the
battery chamber.
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3
Press down on the batteries
with the battery cover ( ) and
slide it as shown in the
illustration ( ) to close.
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1
1
2
Getting Started
• Use the AC adapter (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period.
(p.28)
• Check the battery orientation if the camera does not operate properly after
replacing the batteries.
Batteries
You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performance
differs by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose.
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CR-V3
AA Ni-MH
rechargeable
batteries
AA lithium batteries Recommended in cold climates.
AA alkaline batteries
Oxyride batteries and rechargeable CR-V3 batteries may cause malfunctions
due to their voltage characteristics so their use is not recommended.
The CR-V3 is a long-life battery and is convenient when
traveling.
These are rechargeable and are economical.
A commercially available battery charger that is
compatible with the batteries is required.
Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable
when your usual batteries run out but they may not support
all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do
not recommend their use except in emergencies and
checking the camera's functionality.
Battery Level Indicator
You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the { displayed on
the LCD panel.
{ lit : Battery is full.
¶
} lit : Battery is running low.
¶
? lit : Battery is almost empty.
¶
? blink : The camera turns off after displaying a message.
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries)
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Getting Started
Batteries
CR-V3
AA lithium
batteries
AA rechargeable
batteries
(NiMH 2500mAh)
AA Alkaline
Batteries
The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in accordance
with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on PENTAX measuring
conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use
depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases.
When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand and
keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal
when returned to room temperature.
• AA alkaline batteries may not support all the camera functions. We do not
recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's
functionality.
• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold
climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures.
(Temperature)
(23°C) 850 750 650 700 minutes
( 0°C) 560 500 410 470 minutes
(23°C) 750 650 550 470 minutes
( 0°C) 670 570 470 400 minutes
(23°C) 560 500 440 350 minutes
( 0°C) 500 440 380 300 minutes
(23°C) 90 70 50 140 minutes
(0°C)
Normal
recording
Not
applicable
Flash photography
50% use 100% use
Not
applicable
Not
applicable
Playback
time
70 minutes
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Using the AC Adapter (Optional)
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2
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2
3
We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC10 (optional) when using the
LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC.
1
Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the
terminal cover.
2
Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input
terminal on the camera.
3
Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
4
Plug the AC cord into the power outlet.
• Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the
AC adapter.
• Make sure connections are secure between the camera, AC adapter, AC
plug cord terminal and the power outlet. SD Memory Card and data will be
corrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data.
• Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC10 operating manual when using the
AC adapter.
• The rechargeable batteries in your camera will not charge when connected
to the AC adapter.
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