Pentax Optio RX18, Optio RZ18 Quick Start Guide

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Pentax Optio RX18, Optio RZ18 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.

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. 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, 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.

Warning

Caution

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.

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 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.

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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 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 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 original data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered using commercially 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. 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.

rappears on the display when the card is write-protected.

Write-protect

switch

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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