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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX
Digital Camera.
When you use this camera for the first time,
it is recommended you read this Quick Guide
first in order to gain a feel for the basic
operation of the camera. Refer to the
separately supplied “Operating Manual”
for further explanation of functions and
advanced operations of the camera.
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To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates
strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or
the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could
interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s
internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor 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
monitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.
• In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC
Memory Cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC
or a Macintosh hereafter.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for
this camera and its accessories.
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For Using Your Camera Safely
We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this
camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the
following symbols.
Warning
Caution
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 a risk of electric shock.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources when taking
pictures or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlight with the lens cap off.
Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction or cause a fire.
• Do not look at the sun or other strong light sources through the lens. Doing
so may lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to be impaired.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop
use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your
nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or
electrical shock.
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 loss of
property.
Caution
• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may
burn yourself.
• Do not cover the flash with clothes when discharging the flash.
Discoloration may occur.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low
temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.
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• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be
careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or
mouth.
• Depending on your individual 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.
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for
this camera, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger
or AC adapter not exclusive to this camera, or using the exclusive battery
charger or AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause
a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage
is 100 - 240V AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical
shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other
abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service
Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If you see a lightning flash or hear the thunder during use of the battery
charger and AC adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue use.
Continued use can cause damage to the product, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the power plug if it should become covered with dust. Accumulated
dust may cause a fire.
• 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.
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Caution
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord.
Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged,
consult a PENTAX Service Center.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the
cord is plugged in.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric
shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause the
product breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other than the
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Attempting to charge other types
of batteries may cause an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery
charger.
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Warning
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes,
do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention
immediately.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may
cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause
an explosion or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot
or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - c on ta ct s
of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an
explosion or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes,
it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with
water.
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• Precautions for D-LI90 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F/60°C)
Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small
Children
Warning
• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small
children.
1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious
personal injuries.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.
3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory
Cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of
small children.
Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally
swallowed.
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Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing 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 when 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.
About the Battery and Charger
• To keep the battery in optimal condition, avoid storing it in a fully charged
state or in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time,
the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the
battery charger D-BC90. Do not use it with other devices.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not
leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• 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 monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to
normal at normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due
to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and
outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and
remove it after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
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• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt.
These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off
any rain or water drops.
• Do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break or
malfunction.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using
a tripod.
Cleaning Your Camera
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol,
or benzine.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use
a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning
of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)
Storing Your Camera
• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera.
Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated
place.
• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static
electricity or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations where it
may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain
high performance.
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Other Precautions
• The SD Memory Card is equipped
with a write-protect switch. Setting
the switch to LOCK prevents new
data from being recorded on the
card, the stored data from being
deleted, and the card from being
formatted by the camera or
computer.
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card immediately
after using the camera.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is
being accessed. 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 temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be
damaged and become unusable.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted if
1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical
interference.
3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being
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.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards previously
used with other cameras.
Write-protect
switch
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• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting
an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted
data can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software.
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.
• The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your own risk.
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Checking the Contents of the Package
Check that your camera came complete with the items listed
below.
P Camera
P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW120 P USB cable I-USB7
P Strap O-ST120
Landscape
P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
D-LI90
For capturing landscape
views. Enhances colors
of sky and foliage
MENU
Cancel
1/2
P Battery charger D-BC90
OK
OK
P AC plug cord P Hot shoe cover (Installed on
camera)
P Body mount cover (Installed
on camera)
P Operating Manual
O Quick Guide (this guide)
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Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators
Back
Built-in flash
Mode dial
Shutter release button
Main switch
d (Red) button
K/i button
SD Memory Card slot
N button
Terminal cover
Four-way controller
4 button
3 button
Bottom
Monitor
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In this Quick Guide, the arrow keys
to be pressed are expressed
as indicated on the right.
Battery cover
2
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zMonitor Indicators
The following indicators are displayed in the standby mode.
Standard Information Display in Standby Mode
White Balance
Drive Mode
Flash Mode
Capture Mode
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Custom Image
AE Metering
Sensitivity
Shake Reduction
Battery level
AF frame
Remaining
image storage
capacity
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zAttaching the Strap and Lens
zInstalling the Battery and SD Memory Card
Charge the battery before use.
Preparing the Camera for Use
SD Memory Card
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Battery
Cancel
Initial Setting
Settings complete
English
New York
OK
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2
Turning the Camera On
zTurn the main switch to ON
zMaking the Initial Settings
The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on
for the first time. Select the desired language and then set the date
and time.
1
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired
language.
2
2
Press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears.
3
Press the four-way controller (3)
to move the frame
to W (Hometown).
Initial Setting
English
New York
Settings complete
Cancel
MENU
4
Press the four-way controller (5) to display the [W Hometown]
screen.
Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the city.
5
OK
OK
13
Cancel
Date Adjustment
Date Format
Date
Tim e
mm/dd/yy
24h
0 1 /0 1/ 2 01 2
00:00
Settings complete
OK
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Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [DST]
(Daylight Saving Time).
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Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).
8
Press the 4 button to display the [Initial Setting] screen again.
9
Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete],
and press the 4 button.
The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.
10
Press the four-way controller (5)
to select [mm/dd/yy], and use
the four-way controller (23)
to choose the date format.
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Press the four-way controller (5) to select [24h], and use
Date Adjustment
Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
Cancel
MENU
the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] or [12h].
12
Press the 4 button, and press the four-way controller (3)
to move the frame to [Date].
13
Press the four-way controller (5) to select [01] (month),
[01] (day) or [2012] (year), and use the four-way controller ( 23)
to set the date to the current day.
14
Press the 4 button, and press the four-way controller (3)
to move the frame to [Time].
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Set the time in the same manner as in .
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15
Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete],
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13
and press the 4 button.
mm/dd/yy
01/01/2012
00:00
OK
24h
OK
Format
All data will be de le te d
ġ
Cancel
Format
OK
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zFormatting an SD Memory Card
Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is
unused or has been used on another camera or digital device.
Be aware that formatting deletes all the data stored in the
SD Memory Card.
Format
All data will be deleted
ġ
Format
Cancel
OK
OK
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Once the camera is ready for use, you can start taking pictures.
Taking Pictures
zLetting the Camera Choose the Optimal
Settings
First, try taking pictures with the easiest way.
2
1
Set the mode dial to n.
In n (Auto Picture) mode, the camera will automatically
select the optimal capture mode for your subject.
2
2
While viewing the monitor, position the subject inside the AF
frame.
2
3
When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring to frame the subject.
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2
4
Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The AF frame turns green
when the subject comes into
focus.
2
5
Press the shutter release button
fully.
The picture is taken.
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Cancel
OK
Portrait
For capturing por tr ai ts .
Reproduces a health y
and bright skin t on e
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zTaking Pictures According to the Shooting
Scene
You can choose from various types of scene modes to match
the shooting conditions.
2
1
Set the mode dial to H.
The Scene Mode selection
screen appears.
2
2
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose a scene
mode, and press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take
apicture.
For capturing portraits.
Reproduces a healthy
and bright skin tone
ġ
MENU
Portrait
Cancel
OK
OK
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zRecording Movies
2
1
Set the mode dial to C.
2
2
Position the subject on the
monitor, and press the shutter
release button halfway.
3
Press the shutter release button
fully.
Movie recording starts.
2
4
Press the shutter release button
again.
Movie recording stops.
Memo
By default, the d (Red) button is also available to record a movie.
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Using the Four-way Controller
In standby mode, you can select the following functions by using
the four-way controller.
zFlash Mode
Select from C (Auto Flash Discharge), i (Auto Flash+Red-eye
Reduction), b (Manual Flash Discharge), D (Manual
Flash+Red-eye Reduction), G (Slow-speed Sync),
H (Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye), or I (Trailing Curtain Sync).
The flash modes that can be selected differ depending on the
capture mode.
When C or D is selected, the built-in flash pops up automatically
when necessary.
zSensitivity
Select from [ISO AUTO] or [ISO] (fixed value).
zDrive Mode
Select from 9 (Single Frame Shooting),
g (Continuous Shooting), g (Self-timer),
h (Remote Control), or l (Exposure
Bracketing).
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zWhite Balance
Select from F (Auto White Balance), G (Daylight), H (Shade),
^ (Cloudy), J (Fluorescent Light), I (Tungsten), L (Flash),
f, or K (Manual).
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Delete
100-0001
Cancel
OK
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4
You can play back captured images on the monitor.
You can display multiple images at once.
Reviewing Images
1
Press the N button after taking
apicture.
The captured image is displayed on
the monitor.
2
Use the four-way controller (45)
to display the previous or next image.
Memo
zDeleting a Single
Image
2
1
Display the image you want to
delete.
2
2
Press the K/i button.
The delete confirmation
screen appears.
2
3
Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete].
2
4
Press the 4 button.
Delete
Cancel
100-0001
OK
OK
Memo
You can delete multiple images at once.
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Exit
OK
Image Rotation
Rotates captured im ag es .
Useful for image pl ay ba ck o n
TV and other disp la y de vi ce s
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Selecting a Playback Function
You can choose the playback function you want to use from
the playback mode palette.
Press the four-way controller
(3) while an image is
displayed.
Image Rotation
You can select a playback
function.
Rotates captured images.
Useful for image playback on
TV and other display devices
MENU
Exit
OK
OK
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For details on how to use the O, refer to the Operating Manual.
O Operating Manual
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment
and Used Batteries
1. In the European Union
These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying
documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment
and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must be treated
separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
By disposing of these products correctly you will help ensure that the
waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling
and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment
and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate
waste handling.
If a chemical symbol is added beneath the symbol shown above,
in accordance with the Battery Directive, this indicates that a heavy
metal (Hg = Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in the
battery at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified in
the Battery Directive.
For more information about collection and recycling of used products, please
contact your local authorities, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the products.
2. In other countries outside the EU
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard used
products, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of
charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further
collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.
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