Pentax Optio T20 User Manual
Digital Camera
Names of Parts
Front
Zoom lever (p.45)
Shutter release button (p.24)
Power switch, power indicator (green) (p.20)
Flash (p.56)
Self-timer lamp/AF illuminator (green)
(p.69, p.66)
Remote control receiver (p.70)
Speaker (p.125)
Lens
PC/AV terminal (p.87, p.132)
Microphone (p.30)
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from
your camera, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.
Touch display (LCD monitor) (p.34, p.74, p.134)
Q button (p.25)
Strap lug (p.13)
DC input terminal (p.141)
3 button (p.34, p.120)
Battery/card compartment cover
(p.15, p.17)
Tripod socket
Back
Accessing the Camera Settings
ISOAUTO
F2.7
1/250
10/25/2006
14:25
+1.0
38
A
A
A
A
A
10/25/2006
14:25
100-0038
30
1/250
F2.7
ISOAUTO
Simply press the Q button or 3 button, or touch the LCD monitor
to set up and operate the camera.
Press the Q button.
This switches the camera to Playback
mode to play back captured images and
sound files (p.25).
Press the 3 button.
This displays menus to adjust the
recorded pixels, EV compensation, and
other advanced shooting settings (p.34,
p.120).
Touch the LCD monitor.
This displays the [Capture Toolbar] ([Playback Toolbar] in Playback mode) to set
the flash, self-timer, and other frequently used functions (p.34, p.74).
Monitor Indications
These are the indications on the monitor during Capture or Playback mode.
Capture Mode
1
2
3
4
5
A6
A7
1/250
1/250
A8
F2.7
F2.7
+1.0
A14A15
A11A10A9
38
38
7
M
ISOAUTO
ISOAUTO
10/25/2006
10/25/2006
14:25
14:25+1.0
A12
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
A13
B6
Playback Mode
C1 C2 C3 C4
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
30
7
M
ISOAUTO
ISOAUTO
1/250 F2.7
1/250
F2.7
10/25/2006
10/25/2006
C8C9
14:25
14:25
100-0038
100-003830
C9
C5
C6
C7
D8
Using the touch display
Use the touch display by directly touching the LCD monitor with your
finger. It is recommended that you use the stylus when precise operations
are required such as editing images after shooting.
Touch
This refers to touching the touch display with
your finger or the stylus and then releasing it.
Touch an icon to select it, and release to set that option (a guide
display appears describing the function of the selected icon before it is
set). Touch an item for more than two seconds to cancel the selection.
Use this to display toolbars or select icons.
Press and hold down an arrow icon (
setting or switch screens in some menus.
Double-touch
This refers to touching the touch display twice
quickly.
Use this to directly set a function without having to display
the guide display.
Drag
This refers to touching and moving your finger
or stylus across the touch display.
Use this to change the displayed portion of an image or to
change a setting by sliding the cursor along a setting bar.
If you inadvertently select the wrong icon, drag your finger
or the stylus from that icon to the desired icon, and then
release your finger or the stylus to reselect.
suqr
) to change the
A1 Shooting mode ........................... 42
A2 Flash mode.................................. 56
A3 Drive mode .................................. 35
A4 Focus mode................................. 63
A5 Focus frame................................. 65
A6 Camera shake warning................ 62
A7 Shutter speed .............................. 48
A8 Aperture....................................... 48
A9 Digital zoom................................. 46
A10 Memory status ............................. 20
A11 Remaining image storage
capacity ................................. 50, 52
A12 Battery level................................. 16
A13 Current date and time ................ 123
A14 World time setting...................... 127
A15 EV compensation value............... 53
B1 Recorded pixels........................... 49
B2 Quality level ................................. 49
B3 White balance.............................. 58
B4 AE metering................................. 55
B5 Sensitivity .................................... 67
B6 Histogram .................................... 54
* B1 to B6 only appear when the display
is set to [Standard+Histogram] (p.40).
C1 Voice memo............................... 107
C2 Memory status .............................20
C3 Folder name............................... 131
C4 File number
C5 Battery level ................................. 16
C6 Protect ......................................... 92
C7 Voice memo playback.................. 82
C8 Shooting date and time
C9 Previous/Next .............................. 25
D1 Recorded pixels ........................... 49
D2 Quality level .................................49
D3 White balance .............................. 58
D4 AE metering .................................55
D5 Sensitivity.....................................67
D6 Shutter speed .............................. 48
D7 Aperture ....................................... 48
D8 Histogram .................................... 54
* D1 to D8 only appear when the display
is set to [Standard+Histogram] (p.77).
Overview of the Operating Manual
First, you should read the chapters “Getting Started” and “Camera Features”
while operating the Optio T20 to familiarize yourself with how the camera works.
Refer to the other chapters as necessary for information on additional
camera features.
1 Getting Started p.12
This chapter explains what you need to know about the camera.
Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.
2 Camera Features p.24
This chapter explains the main features of the camera including basic
operations such as taking pictures, recording movies and sounds,
and printing images.
3 Taking Pictures p.34
This chapter goes into more detail about various ways to take
pictures, how to set relevant functions, and how to get the most out of
these functions.
4 Playing Back and Editing Images p.74
This chapter explains how to play back, delete, and edit still pictures,
movies, and recorded sound.
5 Printing Images p.112
This chapter explains how to print still images using PictBridge and
the DPOF printing setting with a DPOF-compatible printer or photo
processing lab.
6 Settings p.120
This chapter explains how to format the SD Memory Card or the builtin memory, set the date and time, sound, LCD monitor brightness,
and other camera-related functions.
7 Appendix p.139
This section details optional accessories and troubleshooting tips.
* For information on transferring images to a PC and installing ACDSee for PENTAX,
see the supplied “PC Connection Manual”. For details on editing and printing images
on a PC, see Help in the ACDSee for PENTAX software for related topics.
The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.
This indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.
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3
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This indicates information that is useful to know.
This indicates the reference page for an explanation of a related
operation.
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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX 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.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the PENTAX Digital Camera 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, Optio and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.
• The SD logo is a trademark.
• QuickTime™ and QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license.
The QuickTime logo is registered in U.S. and other countries.
• Red Eye software © 2003-2005 FotoNation Inc. In Camera Red Eye -- covered by U.S.
Patent No. 6,407,777. Other patents pending.
• 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 Right 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.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to service you better, 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 PC Connection Manual (bottom right of the front side) for more information.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in
this manual are different from the actual product.
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Contents
Overview of the Operating Manual .................................................................. 1
Contents .......................................................................................................... 3
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY .................................................................. 7
About the Camera .................................................................................... 7
About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter ....................................... 9
Care to be Taken During Handling................................................................ 10
1 Getting Started ......................................................12
Checking the Contents of the Package ......................................................... 12
Attaching the Strap ........................................................................................ 13
Installing the Battery ...................................................................................... 14
Charging the Battery............................................................................... 14
Installing the Battery ............................................................................... 15
Removing the Battery ............................................................................. 15
Installing the SD Memory Card ..................................................................... 17
Removing the SD Memory Card............................................................. 18
Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................................... 20
Checking the Memory Card .................................................................... 20
Initial Settings ................................................................................................ 21
Setting the Language and the Date and Time........................................ 21
2 Camera Features...................................................24
Enjoy Taking Pictures.................................................................................... 24
Enjoy Recording Movies................................................................................ 28
Enjoy Recording Sounds............................................................................... 30
Enjoy Printing Images ................................................................................... 32
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Contents
3 Taking Pictures .....................................................34
Setting the Shooting Functions ..................................................................... 34
Calling Up Frequently Used Functions................................................... 36
Saving the Current Camera Settings ...................................................... 38
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode ................................. 40
Selecting a Shooting Mode ........................................................................... 42
Selecting the Shooting Mode in the Capture Palette.............................. 42
Composing Your Shot ................................................................................... 45
Using the Zoom ...................................................................................... 45
Taking Pictures with the Built-in Photo Frames ...................................... 47
Adjusting the Size, Quality Level, Brightness, and Color Tone ..................... 48
Setting the Recorded Pixels, Quality Level, and Frame Rate ................ 49
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation).............................................. 53
Selecting the AE Metering ...................................................................... 55
Using the Flash....................................................................................... 56
Adjusting the Color Balance (White Balance)......................................... 58
Adjusting the Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast................................ 60
Focusing ........................................................................................................ 61
Selecting the Focus Mode ...................................................................... 63
Setting the Autofocus Conditions ........................................................... 65
Setting the Sensitivity ............................................................................. 67
Taking Pictures.............................................................................................. 68
Using the Self-timer ................................................................................ 69
Using the Remote Control ...................................................................... 70
Taking Continuous Pictures.................................................................... 72
Setting the Instant Review Time............................................................. 73
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Contents
4 Playing Back and Editing Images ....................... 74
Setting the Playback Functions ..................................................................... 74
Displaying Shooting Information............................................................. 77
Playing Back Images, Movies, and Sound Files ........................................... 79
Turning on the Camera in Playback Only Mode..................................... 79
Rotating Images ..................................................................................... 79
Magnifying Images ................................................................................. 80
Nine-image Display ................................................................................ 81
Playing Back an Image with a Voice Memo ........................................... 82
Playing Back Movies .............................................................................. 83
Playing Back Sound ............................................................................... 84
Slideshow ............................................................................................... 85
Playing Back on a TV ............................................................................. 87
Deleting Images and Sound Files ................................................................. 89
Deleting One Image or Sound File ......................................................... 89
Deleting All Images and Sound Files...................................................... 90
Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files............................................ 91
Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion ................................. 92
Editing Images and Movies ........................................................................... 94
Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize)...................................... 94
Deleting Unwanted Parts of an Image (Cropping).................................. 95
Making Drawings and Adding Stamps.................................................... 96
Rotating stamps...................................................................................... 98
Adding a Frame to an Image (Frame Composite) ................................ 101
Changing the Image Color Tone (Color Filter) ..................................... 103
Changing the Image Brightness (Bright Filter) ..................................... 104
Digital Filter Effects............................................................................... 105
Removing Red-eye............................................................................... 106
Adding Sound to an Image (Voice Memo)............................................ 107
Setting an Image for the Start-up Screen ............................................. 108
Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Image..................................... 109
Copying Images and Sound Files......................................................... 110
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Contents
5 Printing Images................................................... 112
Printing with DPOF ...................................................................................... 112
Applying the DPOF Settings to Each Image......................................... 112
Applying the DPOF Settings to All Images ........................................... 114
Direct Printing with PictBridge ..................................................................... 115
Connecting the Camera to the Printer .................................................. 115
Printing Single Image ........................................................................... 116
Printing All Images................................................................................ 118
Printing Using the DPOF Settings ........................................................ 118
Disconnecting the USB Cable .............................................................. 119
6 Settings................................................................120
Using the Setting Menu ............................................................................... 120
Formatting an SD Memory Card and the
Built-in Memory ........................................................................................... 122
Changing the Date and Time ...................................................................... 123
Changing the Sound Settings...................................................................... 125
Setting the World Time ................................................................................ 127
Changing the Display Language................................................................. 130
Changing a Folder Name ............................................................................ 131
Changing the USB Connection Mode ......................................................... 132
Changing the Video Output Format............................................................. 133
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor .............................................. 134
Using the Power Saving Function ............................................................... 135
Setting Auto Power Off ................................................................................ 136
Setting the Guide Display ............................................................................ 137
Returning Changed Settings to Their Defaults (Reset)............................... 138
7 Appendix .............................................................139
Charging the Battery Abroad....................................................................... 139
Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the World . 140
Using the AC Adapter.................................................................................. 141
Optional Accessories................................................................................... 143
Messages .................................................................................................... 144
Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 146
Main Specifications ..................................................................................... 150
WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................................. 155
Index............................................................................................................ 159
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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.
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
Warning
Caution
About the Camera
Warning
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or modify the camera. High
internal voltages are present which can produce electric shock.
• If internal parts of the camera become exposed as a result of the
camera being damaged, do NOT touch the exposed portions, as there
is a danger of receiving an electric shock.
• Keep the provided stylus away from infants and children to prevent
possible injury or death.
• 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 card is accidentally swallowed.
• Keep the provided strap away from infants and children to prevent
possible injury or suffocation.
• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and voltage specified for
exclusive use with this product. The use of an AC adapter other than
that specified exclusively for use with this product may cause fire or
electric shocks.
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any
other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the
battery and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued
use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.
cause serious personal injury.
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
cause minor or medium personal injury, or material
loss.
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Caution
• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of
the battery in fire, as it may explode.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery
D-LI8. The battery could explode or catch fire.
• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is
a risk of burns.
• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is
a risk of discoloring.
• If any battery leakage should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub
them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention
immediately.
• If any battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash
the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or
begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care,
as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for
long periods of time.
• Should the LCD 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 in your mouth.
• To avoid scratching the display screen of the LCD monitor, use only
your finger or the provided stylus to make selections. Do not use sharp
objects such as pens or pencils as they may cause the camera to
malfunction.
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About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter
Warning
• Do not use the product at a voltage other than the specified voltage.
Use with a power source or voltage other than that designed can cause
a fire or electrical shock. 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. Continuing to use the product can cause a
fire or electrical 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
electrical shock.
• If thunderstorm should be present during use of the battery charger or AC
adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use
the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with
dust. This can cause a fire.
Caution
• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to
drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to
excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a
PENTAX Service Center.
• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still
plugged in.
• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an
electrical shock.
• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a
hard surface. This can cause a malfunction.
• 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.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than rechargeable
lithium-ion battery D-LI8. This can cause overheating or malfunctions.
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Care to be Taken During Handling
• 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 during 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.
• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not
removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol
or benzene.
• Fingerprints and smudges may be removed from the display screen of
the LCD monitor by wiping them gently with a soft, dry cloth.
• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular
care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot
inside.
• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should
be avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to
prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.
• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or
any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid
resistant.
• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations,
shocks or pressure as this may cause damage, malfunction, or a loss
in waterproof performance. Place the camera on a cushion for
protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a
motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is subjected to substantial
vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest
PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).
• The liquid crystal display will become black at a high temperature but
will return to normal when normal temperatures are returned to.
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• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low
temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is
not a fault.
• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to
maintain high performance.
• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation
may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the
camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the
difference in temperature has subsided.
• Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt,
etc. as this may cause damage to the camera. If rain or drops of water
get onto the camera, please wipe dry.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.19)
regarding the SD Memory Card.
• Please note that formatting an SD memory card or built-in memory will
delete all data, however it may still be possible to recover that data
using off-the-shelf data recovery software. Please manage your
camera’s memory at your own risk.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage 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 LCD monitor.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the
screw in the tripod socket on the camera.
• The AC plug cord supplied with the camera is for exclusive use with the
battery charger D-BC8. Do not use it with any other equipment.
Recycling Batteries
This symbol indicates that the battery is recyclable.
Cover the terminals with insulating tape and take the
battery to a store displaying this symbol.
LED Safety Standard
This device is a digital still camera that conforms to the safety standard
(IEC60825-1) for a Class 1 LED product.
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1 Getting Started
Checking the Contents of the Package
If anything is missing or damaged, contact your local authorized PENTAX
dealer.
1
Getting Started
Camera
Optio T20
Software
(CD-ROM) S-SW61
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI 8 (*)
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.143).
Strap O-ST20 (*) Stylus pen
USB cable
I-USB17 (*)
Battery charger
D-BC8 (*)
PC Connection Manual
AC plug cord
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O-SP45
AV cable
I-AVC7 (*)
D-CO2 (*)
Attaching the Strap
Attach the camera strap as shown below.
Attaching the Strap
2
1
1 Pass the narrow end of the strap (1) through the strap
lug on the camera.
2 Pass the other end of the strap through the loop (1) and
pull tight (
Memo
The stylus can be attached to the strap for your convenience, if necessary.
2).
1
Getting Started
13
Installing the Battery
Installing the Battery
Charging the Battery
1
Getting Started
To power outlet
2
3
Battery
Charging indicator
While charging:
Glows red
Charging finished:
Glows green
AC plug
cord
Use the battery charger to charge the battery before using it in the camera
for the first time, after a long period of non-use, or when the [Battery
depleted] message appears.
Battery charger
1
1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
2 Plug the AC plug cord into a power outlet.
3 Place the battery in the charger with the PENTAX logo
facing up.
The charging indicator glows red while the battery is charging and
changes to green when charging is finished.
4 Remove the battery from the battery charger when fully
charged.
Memo
• The time required to fully charge the battery is about 100 minutes (max.).
The appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F). The charging time may vary depending on the ambient
temperature and other conditions.
• The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run down
soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.
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Installing the Battery
Caution
• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI 8, as the charger may overheat or
become damaged.
• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to light, the
battery may be faulty or exhausted. Replace with a new battery.
Installing the Battery
Battery lock lever
1
Getting Started
1
Use only the battery that is provided with the camera. Charge the battery
before using it in the camera for the first time.
2
1 Open the battery/card compartment cover.
Slide the battery/card compartment cover in the direction of 1 and flip the
cover open in the direction of 2.
2 Use the side of the battery to lift the battery lock lever
upward 3, and insert the battery with the PENTAX logo
as shown.
Push the battery in until it is locked in place.
3 Close the battery/card compartment cover.
Removing the Battery
1 Open the battery/card compartment cover.
2 Release the battery by using your finger to push the
battery lock lever upward 3.
The battery will be ejected. Pull the battery out of the camera.
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Installing the Battery
Caution
• This camera uses the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI 8. Use of any
other type of battery may damage the camera and cause malfunction.
• If the battery is incorrectly inserted, malfunction may result.
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Getting Started
• Do not remove the battery while the camera is turned on.
• If the camera will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery.
• The date and time may revert to the default setting if the battery is removed
from the camera for an extended period of time.
Image Recording Capacity and Playback Time
(at an ambient temperature of 23°C with the LCD monitor on and the
battery fully charged)
Image Recording Capacity
(with the flash used for 50% of the shots)
Approx. 130 pictures Approx. 100 min.
*1: Recording capacity shows the approximate number of shots recorded during
CIPA-compliant testing (with LCD monitor on and flash used for 50% of the
shots at an ambient temperature of 23°C). Actual performance may vary
depending on operating conditions.
*2: According to the results of PENTAX in-house testing.
*1
Playback Time
*2
Memo
• Battery performance may be temporarily reduced at low temperatures.
• Be sure to take a spare battery with you when traveling abroad or to a cold
region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.
Battery Level Indicator
The battery level can be checked by observing the c indicator on the
LCD monitor.
Screen Display Battery Status
c (green) Adequate power remains.
d (green) Battery is running low.
e (red) Battery is running very low.
Battery depleted The camera will turn off after this message appears.
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Installing the SD Memory Card
Installing the SD Memory Card
1
SD Memory
Card slot
This camera uses an SD Memory Card. When an SD Memory Card is
installed in the camera, captured images and sound files are saved on the
card. If a card is not installed, they are saved in the built-in memory (p.20).
Caution
• Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD
Memory Card.
• Be sure to format an SD Memory Card that is new or has been used on
another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card and the Built-in
Memory” (p.122) for instructions on formatting.
2
SD Memory Card
1 Open the battery/card compartment cover.
Slide the battery/card compartment cover in the direction of 1 and flip the
cover open in the direction of 2.
2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card slot
so that the back of the card (the side without the label) is
facing up toward the lens.
Push the card in until it clicks. Make sure to insert the card all the way into
the slot or images and sound may not be recorded properly.
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3 Close the battery/card compartment cover.
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Installing the SD Memory Card
Memo
• The number of pictures that can be stored on an SD Memory Card will vary
depending on the capacity of the card and the image resolution and quality
level selected (p.50, p.52).
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• The power indicator blinks while the SD Memory Card is being accessed
(data is being recorded or read).
Backing Up Data
The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in
the case of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up
important data in the case of a malfunction.
Removing the SD Memory Card
1 Open the battery/card compartment cover.
2 Push the card into the SD Memory Card slot to eject it.
Pull the card out.
3 Close the battery/card compartment cover.
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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a
write-protect switch. Setting the switch to
LOCK write-protects the SD Memory
Card. When the SD Memory Card is writeprotected, the existing data is protected,
and the recording of new data and
deletion of existing data or formatting of the card is prohibited.
r appears on the LCD monitor when the card is write-protected.
• Be careful when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the
camera, as the card may be hot.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being
saved to the card, images or sound files are being played back, 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. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted.
Write-protect
switch
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 card has not been used for a long time.
4 when the card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the
card is being recorded or accessed.
• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. 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.
• For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website
or contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.
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Turning the Camera On and Off
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1 Press the power switch.
The camera turns on and is ready to take pictures (Capture mode).
If the Initial Setting screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow
the procedure on p.21 to make the initial settings.
2 Press the power switch again.
The camera turns off and the power indicator light goes off.
Checking the Memory Card
Power switch
The memory card is checked automatically
Memory status
when the camera turns on, and an icon for the
built-in memory or SD Memory Card appears
on the LCD monitor. a appears on the LCD
monitor when an SD Memory Card is inserted,
and + appears when there is no SD Memory
Card inserted. When + appears on the LCD
monitor, images and sound files will be saved
in the built-in memory.
The [Card locked] message appears when the write-protect switch on the
SD Memory Card is in the locked position. Images and sound cannot be
recorded when the write-protect switch is locked.
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Initial Settings
Set the language, time, and date before using the camera for the first time.
Power switch
3 button
The Initial Setting screen appears when the
camera is turned on for the first time. Perform
the operations below to set the language and
the current date and time.
Setting the Language and the Date and Time
English
Initial Setting
Hometown
Video
out
OK
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1 Touch [Language/ ].
The Language/ screen appears.
2 Choose a language from the screen
Language
English
Deutsch Español Português
Italiano Svenska
Initial Setting
display.
If the desired language does not appear,
touch the arrow icons to advance the screen
and select the language.
The Initial Setting screen appears in the
selected language.
[Hometown] and [Video Out] will appear in the selected language. If
[Hometown] or [Video Out] is not correctly displayed, touch the flashing
icon on the LCD monitor and change the setting.
English
Hometown
Français
Nederlands
Video
Out
OK
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3 Touch [OK].
The Date Adjust screen appears.
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Caution
If the 3 button is pressed without touching [OK] on the Initial Setting
screen, the language will not be set and the Date Adjust screen appears. In
this case, the Initial Setting screen will appear next time you turn the camera
on.
[Hometown], [Video Out], and [Date Style] are automatically set
according to the language selected on the Initial Setting screen. To
change these settings, refer to the pages below.
• [Hometown] : “Setting the Destination” (p.127)
• [Video Out] : “Changing the Video Output Format” (p.133)
• [Date Style] : “Changing the Date and Time” (p.123)
Date
Style
4 Touch [Date Style].
The Date Style screen appears.
5 Touch the arrow icons (qr) to
choose the display style of the
year, month, and day.
Select [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd].
Date Adjust
Date Time
OK
Date Style
mm/dd/yy
24h
OK
6 Touch the arrow icons (qr) to choose the time display
style.
Select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display).
7 Touch [OK].
The setting is saved and the screen returns to the Date Adjust screen.
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8 Touch [Date].
The Date screen appears.
9 Touch the arrow icons (su) to
Date
0101 2006
set the current date.
10 Touch [OK].
The setting is saved and the screen returns to
the Date Adjust screen.
11 Touch [Time].
The Time screen appears.
12 Touch the arrow icons (su) to
Time
0000
set the time.
13 Touch [OK].
The setting is saved and the screen returns to
the Date Adjust screen.
14 Touch [OK].
The camera returns to Capture mode.
Caution
If the 3 button is pressed without touching [OK] on the Date Adjust
screen, the camera will return to Capture mode without setting the time. In this
case, the Date Adjust screen will appear next time you turn the camera on.
OK
OK
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The set language, date, and time can be changed. Refer to the pages
below for instructions.
• To change the language: “Changing the Display Language” (p.130)
• To change the date and time: “Changing the Date and Time” (p.123)
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Enjoy Taking Pictures
You can take beautiful pictures by simply composing your picture and
pressing the shutter release button. To view and edit the pictures you have
captured, just touch the LCD monitor to perform the desired operation. This
section looks at the basics of how to capture, play back, and edit pictures.
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Point the Camera
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Compose Your Shot
Turn on the camera (p.20) and point it in the
direction of your subject. To prevent camera
shake, hold the camera steady with both
hands.
Compose your shot using the LCD monitor.
You can use the zoom lever to choose the area
you want to capture (p.45).
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Focus On the Subject
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Focus frame
Lightly press the shutter release button to set
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the focus.
The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns
green if the subject is in focus.
• The focus frame does not appear if the subject is
not in focus.
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Memo
Lightly pressing the shutter release button is
referred to as pressing it “halfway”. When the
shutter release button is pressed halfway, the
focusing point and exposure (brightness) lock.
When you remove your finger from the shutter
release button, the locked focusing point and
exposure are canceled.
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Take the Picture
After the shutter release button is pressed
halfway (which locks in the focusing point and
exposure values), press it all the way down to
take a picture.
The captured image appears on the LCD monitor
for one second (Instant Review) and is saved.
• The Instant Review time can be adjusted (p.73). To
delete the image without saving it, touch the i icon
during Instant Review.
Memo
• Pressing the shutter release button all the way down is referred to as
pressing it “fully”.
Pressing the shutter release button also allows you to take pictures continuously
•
(p.72). In addition, self-timer (p.69) and remote control (p.70) enable you to take
pictures hands-free.
Using the Flash
By default, the flash is set to automatically fire
when taking pictures in low light conditions.
You can change the flash mode setting (p.56) to
turn off the flash, reduce the brightness of the
picture, prevent the subject from appearing with
red eyes, and perform other functions.
Setting the flash mode
Touch the LCD monitor J [Capture Toolbar] J ,.
X
Auto
Auto +
Red-eye
Flash Mode
Flash
Off
Flash On
+Red-eye
Flash On
Soft
Flash
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Play Back the Images
After taking a picture, press the Q button to switch
to Playback mode. The captured image appears on
the LCD monitor (p.74). Touch the arrow icons
(
In Playback mode, you can magnify (p.80),
delete (p.89), or rotate the images (p.79).
Additionally, you can view the images in a nineimage display (p.81) or as a slideshow (p.85).
Selecting the function for the displayed image
X In Playback mode, touch the LCD monitor J
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100-0038
qr
) to play back the images in order.
[Playback Toolbar] J select the function.
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Pla yb ac k Pa le tt e
Viewing Images on a TV
The pictures that you take can also be viewed on
a TV or other AV equipment so that everyone can
enjoy them (p.87).
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Edit an Image
Playback Palette
Playback Palette
Various Editing Functions
You can edit captured images (p.94).
You can change the size and quality level (p.94),
crop an image (p.95), draw a picture (p.96), add
stamps (p.96), add a frame (p.101), change the
brightness (p.104), add sound (p.107), correct
images where the flash has caused the subject
to appear with red eyes (p.106), and more.
Selecting the editing method
X In Playback mode, touch the LCD monitor J
[Playback Toolbar] J n.
OKOKOK
Digital Filters
Use these to soften an image, give
the image the look of an illustration,
change the width of the subject to
appear broader or more slender
(p.105).
Selecting the editing method
X On the [Playback Palette], double-touch h J i or j.
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OK
My Drawing
Use the supplied stylus to draw
pictures on an image, add stamps,
create a stamp from part of the
image, and more (p.96).
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Tips on Taking Pictures
Adjusting the Shooting Conditions
You can adjust the shooting conditions based on your creative intent.
• You can change the recorded pixels and quality level of the pictures
depending on how you intend to use them (p.94).
X 3 button J [Rec. Mode 1] J [Recorded Pixels] or [Quality Level]
• You can adjust the brightness of the picture.
“Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)” (p.53)
X 3 button J [Rec. Mode 2] J [EV Compensation]
“Selecting the AE Metering” (p.55)
X 3 button J [Rec. Mode 1] J [AE Metering]
• You can adjust the color balance of the picture.
“Adjusting the Color Balance (White Balance)” (p.58)
X 3 button J [Rec. Mode 1] J [White Balance]
You can also adjust the sharpness, saturation, and contrast of the picture
(p.60).
Selecting the Shooting Mode
By selecting the shooting mode according to
the shooting situation, you can easily take
pictures with the appropriate settings.
Select from Program, Night Scene, Landscape,
Flower, Portrait, Surf & Snow, Sport, Pet, Food,
and Frame Composite (p.42).
Selecting the shooting mode
X Touch the LCD monitor J [Capture Toolbar] J A.
Capture Palette
Capture Palette
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Enjoy Recording Movies
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Enjoy Recording Movies
With this camera, you can record movies (640×480 pixels at 30 fps), with
sound for playback on a TV or PC, to an SD Memory Card or the built-in
memory. Recorded movies can easily be edited with a variety of editing
functions.
• You can also record movies at QVGA (320×240) size or at 15 fps.
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1
Switch to Movie Recording Mode
Capture Palette
Capture Palette
2
Record a Movie
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To record movies, use the [Capture Palette] to
switch to Movie Recording mode.
Switching to Movie Recording mode
X In Capture mode, touch the LCD monitor J
[Capture Toolbar] J A J double-touch C.
Press the shutter release button fully to start
movie recording.
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Press the shutter release button fully again to
stop movie recording.
The information on the left appears on the LCD
monitor during recording.
1 Recording icon
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2 Remaining recordable time
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