Thank you for purchasing this PENTA X
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 basi c 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 for the display is manufactured using extremely
high precision technology. A lthough 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, 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.
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.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could
Warning
cause serious personal injuries.
Caution
This symbol indicates that violating this item could
cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of
propert y.
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.
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.
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• 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 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 or AC
adapter, 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.
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• 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.
• 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
config uration), and the other i s provi ded 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.
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• Precautions for D-LI92 Battery Usage:
BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT SPECIFIED CHARGING CONDITION.
- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.
Keep the Camera and 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). Pictures, movies and sound files cannot be
guaranteed if recording, playback or transf erring 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 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-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 the 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 to 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 to avoid
damaging the camera.
• 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
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.
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
origina l data. Deleted files can s ometimes be recovered using co mmercially
available software. It is user’s responsibility to ensure the privacy of such
data.
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• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a
Write-protect
switch
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.
r appears on the display when the card is
write-protected.
• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately
after using the camera, as the card may be hot.
• Keep the battery/card cover closed and do not remove the SD Memory
Card or turn the camera off while the data is being played back or saved to
the card, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable, as
this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it
away from water and store away from high temperature.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage
the card and render it unusable.
• The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted
(1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical
interference.
(3) when the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the SD Memory Card is ejected or the battery is removed while
the data on the card is being recorded or accessed.
• If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become
unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a
computer.
• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity
or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed
to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording
may stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space
in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.
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• Be sure to format SD Memory Cards that are unused or have been used on
another camera.
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Checking the Contents of the Package
Check that your camera came complete with the items
listed below.
P Camera (Optio RZ18 /
Optio RX18)
P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW121 P USB cable (I-USB7)
P AV cable (I-AVC7) P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
P Strap (O-ST104)
(D-LI92)
P Battery charger (D-BC92) P AC plug cord
P Operating Manual
O Quick Guide (this guide)
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Speaker
Lens
Microphone
Battery/card cover lock lever
Battery/card cover
Flash
Remote control receiver
Tripod socket
Self-timer lamp/Focus assist
Display
Shutter release button
Zoom lever
Strap lug
PC/AV terminal cover
I button
Four-way controller
3 button
Green/i button
4/W button
Q button
Power switch
Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators
Front
Back
In this Quick Guide, the keys on
the four-way controller to be
pressed are expressed as
indicated on the right.
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Monitor Indicators
World Time setting
Battery level
Focus Frame
Shutter speed
1 4 : 2 5
+ 1 . 0
3 8
0 9 / 0 9 / 2 0 11
F 3 . 5
1 / 2 5 0
Memory status
Flash mode
Drive mode
Focus mode
Aperture
EV Compensation
Date imprint setting
Remaining image
storage capaci ty
Face Detection
+
Built-in memory (without card)
?
SD Memory Card
r
Card is write-protected
No icon : Hometown
: Destination
Shooting mode
Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom
D-Range Setting
Camera shake reduction
Date and time
Normal display in the Still Picture Capture Mode
Eye-Fi
Following indicators are displayed in the still picture capture mode.
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1/250
1/250
F3.5
F3.5
Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the indicator on the display.
[Battery depleted] The camera will turn off after this message appears.
Screen Display Battery Status
(green) Adequate power remains.
(green) Battery is running low.
(yellow) Battery is running very low.
(red) Battery is exhausted.
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Battery/
card cover
Battery
Battery/
card cover
lock lever
Before using the battery
Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time.
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Preparing the Camera for Use
Prepare your camera for use before you start using it.
Attaching the Strap
Attach the strap supplied with
the camera as shown in the
illustration.
Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card
Install the battery and SD
Memory Card as shown in
the illustration.
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Battery lock le ver
SD Memory Card socket
SD Memory Card
* The SD Memory Card is sold separately.
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5
3
4
1
2
2
Memo
OFF
2
2
Turning the Camera On
Press the power switch.
The camera turns on and is ready to take still
pictures. Press the power switch again to turn the
camera off.
Make the Initial Settings.
The [Language/u] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the
first time. Select the desired language and then set the date and time.
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select the desired
language.
Press the 4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen
appears.
English
Deutsch
Italiano
Nederlands
MENU
Cancel
Dansk
Svenska
Suomi
Polski
Magyar
OK
OK
If you accidentally select the wrong
language and press the 4 button, press
the four-way controller (5), use the fourway controller (2345) to select the
desired language, and then press the 4
button. The [Initial Setting] screen appears
in the selected language.
Initial Setting
Hometown
New York
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
English
DST
OFF
OFF
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Press the four-way controller (3)
3
Hometown
City New York
DST
MENU
Cancel
OK
OK
4
5
6
7
8
to move the frame to
[W Hometown].
Initial Setting
Hometown
New York
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
English
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [W Hometown] screen
appears.
Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose a city.
Press the four-way controller (3)
to move the frame to [DST]
(Daylight Saving Time).
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P and press the
4 button.
The [Initial Setting] screen reappears.
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)
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10
11
12
13
14
12
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to select [mm/dd/yy], then use the
four-way controller (23) to
choose the date format.
Press the four-way controller (5)
to select [24h], then use the fourway controller (23) to select [24h]
Date Adjustment
Date Format
D
a
te
Time
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
mm dd yy
0
1
0 0:00
/ / 24h
/0
1
/2
0
1
1
(24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour
display).
Press the four-way controller (5), then press the four-way
controller (3) to move the frame to [Date].
Press the four-way controller (5) to select [01] (month),
[01] (day) or [2011] (year), then use the four-way controller (23)
to set the date to the current day.
Press the four-way controller (5), then press the four-way
controller (3) to move the frame to [Time].
Set the time in the same manner as in .
Press the four-way controller (3)
to select [Settings complete] and
press the 4 button.
Date Adjustment
Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
mm/dd/yy
24h
01/01/2011
00:00
OK
OK
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Formatting an SD Memory Card
1
2
O K
3
Memo
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.
Press the 3 button and use the four-way controller (45) to
display [W Setting] menu.
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Format], and then
press the four-way controller (5).
Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Format], and then press
the 4 button.
Format
All data will be deleted
Format
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
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If an SD Memory Card is not inserted in the camera, the built-in memory will
be formatted.
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2
3
4
Auto
Flash Off
Flash On
Auto + Red-eye
Flash On + Red-eye
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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
Frame the subject using the focus frame on the display.
Turn the zoom lever to change the captured area.
Right (x) Enlarges the subject.
Left (w) Widens the area that is captured by the
camera.
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame on the display turns green if the subject is in
focus.
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Selecting the Flash Mode
Each time you press the four-way controller (4), the flash mode switches
between the following modes.
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•In d (Movie) or S (Fireworks) mode, the flash mode cannot be switched.
Memo
Standard (single-frame)
10 sec. Self-timer
Continuous Shooting
Burst Shooting(L)
Burst Shooting(M)
Burst Shooting(H)
3-sec Remote Control
•In A (Night Scene) mode, , and c cannot be selected.
Selecting the Drive Mode
Each time you press the four-way controller (2), the drive mode switches
between the following modes.
j
A
B
C
i
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• You can select Z (2 sec. Self-timer) by pressing the four-way controller
Memo
Standard
Macro
Super Macro
Pan Focus
Infinity
Manual Focus
(3) and then (5) after selecting g (10 sec. Self-timer).
• 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).
•In 9 (Green), d (Movie), S (Fireworks), N (Frame Composite), X
(Digital Wide) or F (Digital Panorama) mode, j, A, B and C cannot
be selected.
Selecting the Focus Mode
Each time you press the four-way controller (5), the focus mode switches
between the following modes.
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You can choose the appropriate mode for your particular situation
Selecting a Shooting Mode
1 / 21/2
OK
OKOK
MENU
CancelCancel
For capturing landscape
views. Enhances colors
of sky and foliage
LandscapeLandscape
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.
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1
1 4 : 25
1 0 0
-
0 0 3 8
0 9 / 09 / 2 0 11
Edit
Memo
4
4
You can play back the captured images on the display.
• To play back the previous or next image, press the four-way controller
• Turning the zoom lever to the left during playback simultaneously displays
Playing Back Images
Press the Q button after taking a picture.
The image appears on the display.
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0038
100-0038
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Edit
Edit
(45).
4 thumbnail images at a time. Turn the zoom lever to the left again while 4
thumbnail images are displayed to switch to the 9-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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Deleting Images
1
2
OK
OKOK
Delete
Cancel
1001 0 0
-
0017
0 0 1 7100-0017
3
4
Memo
Deleting a Single Image
You can delete a single image currently displayed on the display.
Playback the image you want to delete.
Press the i button.
The confirmation screen appears.
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete].
Press the 4 button.
• You can delete several images selected from the four-/nine-image display.
• You can delete all images at once.
• You can protect stored images from being accidentally deleted.
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You can choose the playback function you want to use from the
Selecting a Playback Mode
1 / 2
Slideshow
OK
Cancel
Playback Mode Palette.
Press the four-way controller
(3) while an image is
Slideshow
Slideshow
displayed in playback mode.
Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose a
playback mode, then press
the 4 button.
For continuously playing
back images. Screen or
sound effects can be set
MENU
Cancel
Cancel
OK
1 /2
OK
OK
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For details on how to use the Optio RZ18/Optio RX18, refer to Operating
Manual.
Optio RZ18/Optio RX18 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 ele ctronic 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 produ cts.
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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