Pentax X-5 Quick Start Guide

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 display, 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.

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

• In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, and SDXC Memory Cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards.

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

• 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 camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious personal injuries.

This symbol indicates that ignoring 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 batteries, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the camera 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 display 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.

About the AC Adapter

Warning

• Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this camera, with the specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this camera, or using the exclusive 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 AC adapter. This can cause a fire or electric shock.

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

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

• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the AC adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue use. Continuing to use the adapter can cause damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the AC adapter if it becomes covered with dust. Accumulated 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 cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.

• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.

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

• 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 non-industrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

About the Batteries

Warning

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

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

Caution

• This camera uses four AA alkaline, AA lithium or AA Ni-MH batteries. Do not use batteries other than those specified here. Using other types of batteries may cause the camera to function poorly, or the batteries may explode or cause a fire.

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. AA batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged.

• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage.

• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.

• The batteries should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.

• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. This can cause an explosion or fire.

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with skin or clothing, wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

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

Warning

• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children.

1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious

personal injuries.

2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.

3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as batteries 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.

Care to be Taken During Handling

Before Using Your Camera

• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.

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

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. 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 for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The display may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at normal temperatures.

• The display 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.

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.

• Do not press the display with excessive force. This could cause it to

Write-protect

switch

break or malfunction.

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

Cleaning Your Camera

• Do not clean the camera 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.

• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

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

Other Precautions

• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being formatted by the camera or computer. 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 lost 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 batteries are removed

while the card is being 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.

• When purchasing an SD Memory Card, check if it has been tested or not on the PENTAX website or the PENTAX Service Center.

• Be sure to format SD Memory Cards that are unused or have been used on another camera.

• Please note that deleting data, 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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