Pentax Optio I-10 Quick Start Guide

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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 device 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 product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the 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.

• If you point the camera toward an object that is bright, a band of light may
appear on the screen display. This phenomenon is referred to as “smear”
and is not a malfunction of the camera.

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

• In this manual, both an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card
are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.

• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC
or a Macintosh hereafter.

• In this manual, the term “battery” refers to any type of batteries used for this
camera and accessories.

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY

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

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.

• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small
children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• 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. Continuing to use the product can cause
a fire or electric 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 clothing 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.

• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also,
be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, 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.

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About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter

Warning

• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for
this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger
or AC adapter not exclusive to this product, 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 electric
shock.

• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other
abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue use and consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.

• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service
Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.

• If a thunder storm should occur while using the battery charger, unplug the
AC plug cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause
damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the AC plug cord if it becomes covered with dust.
Dust on the plug may cause a fire.

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 plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. This can cause
an electric shock.

• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause
equipment breakdown.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge a battery other than a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI92. Attempting to charge other types
of batteries may cause an explosion, or heating, or may damage the battery
charger.

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• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a 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.

About the Battery

Warning

• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it
in their mouths may cause an electric shock.

• 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 ­contacts 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,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Precautions for D-LI92 Battery Usage:

- BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR CATCH FIRE IF MISTREATED.

- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE THE BATTERY OF IN A FIRE.

- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT UNDER SPECIFIED CHARGING

CONDITIONS.

- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.

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Keep the Camera and Supplied Accessories out of the Reach
of Small Children

Warning

• Do not place the camera and supplied 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.

• 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). Pictures and sound 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

• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance.
Avoid storing 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 usage span.

• 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-BC92. 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 salts.
These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera dry off any
rain or water drops.

• Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break
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 display.

• Be careful not to overtighten the tripod screw when using a tripod.

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

Cleaning Your Camera

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

• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use
a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

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
location.

Other Precautions

• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain
high performance.

• Please note that deleting images or sound files, or formatting the SD
Memory Cards or the built-in memory does not completely erase the
original data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered using commercially
available software. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure the privacy of
such data.

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Checking the Contents of the Package

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

P Camera (Optio I-10) P Strap (O-ST20)

P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW102 P USB cable (I-USB7)

Landscape

P AV cable (I-AVC7) P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

For capturing landscape
views. Enhances colors
of sky and foliage

MENU

Cancel

(D-LI92)

1/2

OK

OK

P Battery charger (D-BC92) P AC plug cord

P Operating Manual O Quick Guide (this guide)

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Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators

Front

Flash
Self-timer lamp/

Focus assist lamp

Remote control
receiver

Lens

Tripod socket

PC/AV terminal

Battery/card cover

Back

Microphone

Power switch/Power lamp
Shutter release button

Zoom lever
Strap lug

Speaker
Q button

I button
4/W button

Four-way controller
Green/i button
3 button

Display

In this Quick Guide, the arrow keys
to be pressed are expressed as
indicated on the right.

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3

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zMonitor Indicators

Following indicators are displayed in the still picture capture mode.

Normal display in the Still Picture Capture Mode

Drive mode

Flash mode

Shooting mode

Battery level

Face Detection

Date imprint setting

EV compensation

Shutter speed

Aperture

Camera shake
reduction

Memory status

Built-in memory (without card)

+

SD Memory Card

?

Card is write-protected

r

Focus mode

P

DATE

+1.0
1/250
F3.5

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Remaining image

storage capacity

Eye-Fi communication status

Digital Zoom icon

Focus frame

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Date and time

D-Range Setting

World Time setting

No icon:Hometown

:

Destination

Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the indicator on the display.

Screen Display Battery Status

(green) Adequate power remains.

(green) Battery is running low.

(yellow) Battery is running very low.

(red) Battery is exhausted.

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

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Preparing the Camera for Use

Prepare your camera for use before you start using it.

zAttaching the Strap

Attach the strap supplied with
the camera as shown in the
illustration.

zInstalling the Battery and Card

Install the battery and SD
Memory Card as shown in
the illustration.

Battery lock lever

SD Memory Card socket

SD Memory Card

* The SD Memory Card is sold separately.

Before using the battery

Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time.

Battery/card
cover

Battery

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Turning the Camera On

zPress the Power Switch

The camera turns on and is ready to take still
pictures. Press the power switch again to turn
the camera off.

zMake 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.

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Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select the desired
language.

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2

Press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen
appears.

Memo

If you accidentally select the wrong
language and press the 4 button,
press the four-way controller (5), use
the four-way controller (2345) to
select the language, and then press
the 4 button. The [Initial Setting]
screen appears in the selected
language.

MENU OK

Cancel OK

Initial Setting

English

Hometown
New York

MENU

Cancel

Settings complete

DST

OFF

OFF

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3

Press the four-way controller (3)
to move the frame to
[W Hometown].

4

Press the four-way controller (5).
The [W Hometown] screen

Initial Setting

Hometown
New York

Settings complete

MENU

Cancel

Hometown

appears.

City

New York

DST

MENU

Cancel

Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the city.

5

6

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 or P and press the
4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen reappears.

8

Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete]
and press the 4 button.

The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.

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Press the four-way controller (5)
to select [mm/dd/yy], then use the
four-way controller (23) to
choose the date format.

Date Adjustment

Date Format

Date

Time

Settings complete

MENU

Cancel

English

mm

/dd/yy24h

01/01/2010

00:00

DST

OFF

OFF

OK

OK

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Press the four-way controller (5) to select [24h], then use the
four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display)
or [12h] (12-hour display).

11

Press the four-way controller (5), then press the four-way
controller (3) to move the frame to [Date].

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Press the four-way controller (5) to select [01] (month),
[01] (day) or [2010] (year), then use the four-way controller (23)
to set the date to the current day.

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Press the four-way controller (5), then 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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Press the four-way controller (3)

15

to select [Settings complete] and
press the 4 button

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Date Adjustment

Date Format

Date

Time

Settings complete

MENU

Cancel

mm

/dd/yy

01/01/2010

00:00

24

h

OK

OK

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 will delete all the data stored in the
SD Memory Card.

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3

Aim the camera at the subject, then press the shutter release
button. The flash discharges automatically depending on the
brightness.

Taking Pictures

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1

Frame the subject using the focus frame on the display.

2

2

Turn the zoom lever to change the captured area.

widens the area

captured by the

camera

2

3

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green if the subject is in
focus.

2

4

Press the shutter release button
fully.

The picture is taken.

1/250
F4.6

enlarges the
subject

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zSelecting the Flash Mode

Each time you press the four-way controller (4), the flash mode
switches between the following modes.

Auto

Flash Off

Flash On

Auto + Red-eye

Flash On + Red-eye

Soft Flash

Memo

•In d (Movie) or S (Fireworks) mode, the flash mode cannot be

switched.

•In A (Night Scene) mode, , and c cannot be selected.

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zSelecting the Drive Mode

Each time you press the four-way controller (2), the drive mode
switches between the following modes.

Standard (single-frame)

10 sec. Self-timer

Burst shooting

Continuous shooting

3-sec. Remote Control

Memo

• You can select h (0-sec Remote Control) by pressing the four-way
controller (3) and then (5) after selecting i (3-sec Remote
Control).

• You can select Z (2 sec. Self-timer) by pressing the four-way
controller (3) and then (5) after selecting g (10 sec. Self-timer).

•In 9 (Green), b (Auto Picture), A (Night Scene), d (Movie),
S (Fireworks), N (Frame Composite), X (Digital Wide) or
F (Digital Panorama) mode, j and K cannot be selected.

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zSelecting the Focus Mode

Each time you press the four-way controller (5), the focus mode
switches between the following modes.

Standard

Macro

Super Macro

Pan Focus

Infinity

Manual Focus

When [Recorded Pixels] is set
to U/V/W/
L in [A Rec. Mode],
the aspect ratio of the image is
16:9 and the monitor display
for recording and playback
is as shown on the right.

P

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Selecting a Shooting Mode

You can choose the appropriate mode for your particular
situation from the Capture Mode Palette.

Press the four-way
controller (3).

Use the four-way
controller (2345)
to choose a shooting
mode, then press
the 4 button.

MENU

Landscape

For capturing landscape
views. Enhances colors
of sky and foliage

Cancel

OK

1/2

OK

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Playing Back Images

You can play back the images taken on the display.

1

Press the Q button after taking a picture.

The image appears on the display.

100-0038

100-0038

02/02/'10

Edit

Memo

• To play back the previous or next image, press the four-way
controller (45).

• Turning the zoom lever to the left during playback simultaneously
displays 6 thumbnail images at a time. Turn the zoom lever to the
left again while 6 thumbnail images are displayed to switch to the
12-image display. Turn the zoom lever to the left once again to
switch to the folder display or calendar display screen.

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zDeleting Images

Deleting a Single Image

You can delete a single image currently displayed on the display.

1

Playback the image you want to delete.

2

Press the i button.

The confirmation screen appears.

100-0017

100-0017

Delete

Cancel

OK

OK

OK

OK

3

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete].

4

Press the 4 button.

Memo

• You can delete several images selected from the six-/twelve­image display.

• You can delete all images at once.

• You can protect stored images from being accidentally deleted.

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Selecting a Playback Mode

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 in
playback mode.

Use the four-way
controller (2345) to
choose a playback mode,
then press the 4
button.

MENU

Slideshow

For continuously playing
back images. Screen or
sound effects can be set

Cancel

OK

1/2

OK

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For details on how to use the Optio I-10, refer to the Operating
Manual.

Optio I-10 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 equipments
and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated
separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
Following the implementation by member states, private households
within the EU states may return their used electrical/electronic
equipments and batteries to designated collection facilities free
of charge*.
In some countries your local retailer may also take back your old product
free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.
*Please contact your local authority for further details.

By disposing of this product 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.

2. In other countries outside the EU

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard
these items, 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.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a designation for the
chemical element or compound in use. In this case you have to comply
with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemicals involved.

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HOYA CORPORATION
PENTAX Imaging Systems Division

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

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(European Headquarters)

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A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.

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Hotline: [phone] / 0180 5 PENTAX

Austria Hotline: [phone] (http://www.pentax.at)

Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.
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112 Quai de Bezons - BP 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE
(http://www.pentax.fr)
Hotline: [phone] (0,15€ la minute) Fax: [phone]
Email: http://www.pentax.fr/_fr/photo/contact.php?photo&contact

(Headquarters)
600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.
(PENTAX Service Department)
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Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032 CHINA
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Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.

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