FCC STATEMENT (For customers in USA) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the camera has fallen or its casing has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak.
Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance. Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. This low temperature will also influence Alkaline battery performance, therefore Ni-MH rechargeable battery is highly recommended.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................................ 8 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE................................... 24 Package Contents............................................ 9 Shooting Images - The Basics..........................24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA.............. 10 Setting Image Resolution and Quality ................ 25 Using the Zoom Function................................... 26 Front View...................................................... 10 Rear View.................
PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS..................... 37 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION..............57 Viewing Images ............................................... 37 Installing ACDSee for PENTAX...........................57 Magnifying Images .......................................... 38 Thumbnail Display .......................................... 39 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA...58 Slideshow Display ........................................... 40 Resizing an Image .............................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this new digital camera! Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following: 5.0 Megapixels A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0 megapixels for high quality of images. Auto flash An auto flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. 1.
Package Contents Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 EN-10 1. Shutter button 6. Viewfinder window 2. Flash 7. Microphone 3. 8. PC (USB) / AV terminal Power button 4. Mode dial 9. DC IN 3V terminal 5. Self-timer LED 10.
Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1. Viewfinder 9. X 2. Viewfinder LED 3. / Self-timer button Zoom in (telephoto) button 10. T Arrow button (Down) Zoom out (wide-angle) button 11. W Arrow button (Left) Thumbnail button 4. Arrow button (Right) Playback button 5. Strap holder Flash button 12. OK button DISPLAY Display button 6. MENU Menu button 13. Battery / SD card cover 7. Delete button 14. Tripod socket 8. S Arrow button (Up) 15.
Mode Dial You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. 1 2 3 8 4 5 7 Mode 6 Description Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture to be set automatically. 1. Program 2. Portrait Select this mode to make people stand out with the 3. Landscape background out-of-focus. Use this mode to take photographs of distant scenery or 4. Sports landscapes. Use this mode to shoot fast moving objects. 5. Night 6.
LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Flash mode ] Auto Flash [ [ ] Red Eye Reduction [ ] Forced flash [ ] No Flash 2. Mode indication ] Simple Mode ] Setup Mode ] Movie Mode ] Landscape Mode [ ] Program Mode [ ] Sport Mode [ ] Portrait Mode [ ] Night Mode 3. Image quality [ ] Best [ ] Better [ ] Good 4. Rec. Pixels [ 5 ] 2560 x 1920 [ 3 ] 2048 x 1536 [ 1.2 ] 1280 x 960 [ 0.3 ] 640 x 480 1 2 3 4 5 5M 52 6 7 8 9 10 [ 11 [ [ [ M M M M 2004.09.17 5. Possible number of shots 6.
1 Movie Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 2 Movie mode Recordable movie time available Memory status Battery power indicator Focus area 3 4 00:49 5 1 2 3 Image Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. Playback mode Memory status Battery power indicator Playback information 100-0001 Size EV 01.04. '04 1280X960 4 +1.7 05:22 1 1 Movie Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Playback mode Movie mode Memory status Battery power indicator Playback information Playback indicator 2 3 6 100-0001 Size EV 01.04. '04 320X240 5 0.
PREPARING THE CAMERA Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) You can use 2 AA size batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable) to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off. 2. Open the battery cover. 3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration. 4. Close the battery cover.
Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off. 2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the camera jack labeled "DC IN 3.0V". 3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet. DC terminal AC adapter To power outlet AC power cable Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the camera.
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The digital camera comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or movie clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off before inserting or removing an SD card. 2. Open the SD card cover. 3.
Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in the illustration. 1 LED Indicators Indicator LED indicator LED indicator LED indicator LED indicator Self-timer indicator EN-18 State Solid red Solid green Blinking red Blinking red Blinking blue Description/Activity The digital camera is powering up. The digital camera is ready to record images (or movies). USB communication/transfer in progress. Charging the flash. The self-timer function is activated.
GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the button until the digital camera turns on. To turn the power off, press the button again.
Choosing the Screen Language When the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed in the monitor. Follow the steps below to choose the desired language. 1. Rotate the mode dial to the button. and turn your camera on by pressing 2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu. 3. Use T to select [Language], then press the Set-up 1 button. Set-up 2 Date Adjust y/m/d Video Out PAL Language English Brightness 3/5 OK : 4. Use S or T to select the language you want.
Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu. 3. Use T to select [Date Adjust], then press the button. You may press W or X to switch the date types. Set-up1 Set-up2 Date Adjust d/m/y Video Out PAL Language English Brightness 1/5 OK : 4. Press W or X to select Year, Month, Day and Time fields. To increase a value, press S.
Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. the The [Set-up1] menu is displayed. 2. Use T to select [Format], then press the button. Set-up2 Set-up1 Reset No. Date Imprint On Format Off Quick View 7/8 OK : 3.
Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 1.8" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/movie clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1. 2. 3. 4. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , button to turn on the power. Press the Compose your scene on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button. or . The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light.
PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image. When you press the shutter button down half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image. Proper exposure is determined and locked at the same time. 4.
Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in the internal memory, or on a memory card. Higher resolution and higher quality images provide finer detail but cause the images’ file size to be larger.
Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the button, or smaller away by pressing the button. Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the button. It is activated after your camera reaches its maximum optical zoom factor (3x).
Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances. , , , , or . 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press the button to turn on the power. 3. Toggle W / until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. 4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button. 5M 52 The camera has four flash modes: Forced Flash, Auto Flash, Red Eye Reduction and No Flash.
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. 2. 3. 4. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or . button to turn on the power. Press the Toggle X/ until your desired self-timer mode appears on the LCD monitor. 2 10 [ No Indication] 5. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (difference between bright and dark areas) between the subject and the background is extremely high. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. , , , or . Rotate the mode dial to Press the button to turn on the power. Press the MENU button, then use X to select the [Mode3] menu.
Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , or . button to turn on the power. 2. Press the 3. Press the MENU button, then toggle X to select the [Mode3] menu. 4. Use T to select [White Bal.], then press the button. Mode1 Mode2 Mode3 EV Comp. +2.0 White Bal. Sensitivity OK : 200 Exit : 2/3 Exit : 1/6 Exit : 5/6 White Bal. 5.
USING THE MODE DIAL Simple Mode [ ] (Simple) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. and turn your camera on by pressing 1. Rotate the mode dial to the button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the image.
Portrait Mode [ ] Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. and turn your camera on by pressing 1. Rotate the mode dial to the button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. Landscape Mode [ ] This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. the 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3.
Sport Mode [ ] This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. the 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. Night Mode [ ] This mode allows you to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. and turn your camera on by pressing 1. Rotate the mode dial to the button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3.
ADVANCED SHOOTING High Speed Continuous This mode is used for continuous shooting. 3 pictures are taken continuously once the shutter button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use X to select the [Mode2] menu. In the mode, press the MENU button. 3. Use T to select [Drive Mode], then press the button. Mode1 Mode2 Focus Mode3 Std. Drive Mode AE Metering OK: 4.
Auto Bracket In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. Auto Bracket settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or and turn your button. camera on by pressing the 2. Press the MENU button, then use X to select the [Mode2] menu. In the mode, press the MENU button. 3. Use T to select [Drive Mode], then press the button. 4.
Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. , , , or and turn your 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the MENU button, then use X to select the [Mode2] menu. button. 3. Use T to select [AE Metering], then press the Mode1 Mode2 Mode3 Focus Std. Drive Mode AE Metering Exit : OK : 4. Use S or T to select the desired metering mode, then press the button.
PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still image you have just captured at a time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , or and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Use W or X to select the desired images. To view the previous image, press W. To view the next image, press X. 100-0001 Size EV 01.04. '04 1280X960 +1.
Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio. button. 1. Press the The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. To view the previous image, press W. To view the next image, press X. 2. Adjust the zoom ratio by using the Zoom / button. To enlarge the selected image, press the button.
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. button. 1. Press the The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the / button once. Nine thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously. For recorded movie clips, the movie mode icon will be displayed. 3. Use S / T / W / X to move the cursor to select the image to be displayed at regular size.
Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. button. 1. Press the The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the MENU button, then use T to select [Slideshow] and press the button. Playback Delete Slideshow Protect Quality Change Exit : OK : 3. Use S or T to set the playback interval, then press the button.
Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel, 2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. button. 1. Press the The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. In the mode, use W or X to select the desired images. To view the previous image, press W. To view the next image, press X. 3. Press the MENU button to access the Playback menu, then use S or T to select [Resize] and press the button.
MOVIE MODE Recording Movie Clips This mode allows you to record movie clips with sound via built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again. 1 00:49 The zoom function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start recording the movie clips. Pressing the DISPLAY button switches the LCD monitor display mode.
Playing Back Movie Clips You can play back the recorded movie clips on the LCD monitor. However, the sound recorded with movie clips can only be played back on TV or computers. button. 1. Press the 2. Use W or X to go through the images until the movie clip you want to play back is displayed. To view the previous image, press W. To view the next image, press X. 3. Press the button to start playing back the movie clips. To pause or resume movie playback, press the button again. 100-0001 Size EV 01.04.
PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES Playing Back Still Images/Movie Clips on TV You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the digital camera, then turn off all devices to be connected. 1. Connect one end of the AV cable to the AV terminal of the digital camera. 2. Connect the other end to the AV input socket of the TV set. 3.
Deleting Images/Movie Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/movie clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or movie clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. To delete the latest single image/movie clip 1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , or and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press the button.
Protecting Images/Movie Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. button. 1. Press the The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. Playback 2. In the mode, use W or X to select the desired images. To view the previous image, press W. To view the next image, press X. 3. Press the MENU button, then use T to select [Protect] and press the button. Delete Slideshow Protect Exit : OK : 4. Use S or T to choose the desired setting, then press the button.
Setting the DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. By using DPOF, you can select an image to be printed and then specify how many prints or which image you would like. Take your memory card to a DPOF enabled printer that accepts memory cards. The DPOF/ card-compatible printer will read the embedded information on the memory card and print your images as specified. To configure print settings for a single image / all images.
Step Figure Procedure Use S or T to select by your preference, then press the One Image Copies Date Allows you to select image quantity (0~10). Use W or X to set the image quantity. The date of recording can be printed directly on the images. Select [OK] or [Cancel] with W or X . To exit the mark function, use S or T to select [Return], button. then press the [Copies]: Cancel Return 4 button.
Connecting to a PictBridge-Compatible Printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2.
Step Procedure Figure Use S or T to access the paper selection setting, then press the button to confirm. [Size]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. [Borderless]:You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. Paper Setting 2 Size Standard Borderless Standard OK : Select : 100-0008 3 Select : Print : Cancel : Info. : Use W or X to select the image you want to print, then press T to set more detailed settings.
Step Figure Procedure Use S or T to select [Print], then press the Print button to confirm. Print 6 Cancel OK : Select : This starts printing and displays the message “Printing now” on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing is finished. Printing now Cancel : 7 * To cancel printing: Pressing the button during print data transfer displays the screen for selecting whether to [Continue] or [Cancel] printing.
Step Procedure Figure Paper Setting 2 Size Standard Borderless Standard OK : Select : Use S or T to access the paper selection setting, then press the button to print. [Size]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. [Borderless]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. Use S or T to select [Print], then press the Print button to confirm.
TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or movie clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web. In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that before you begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the table as shown below.
Step 1: Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM (S-SW33) is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP users don't need to install the USB driver. 1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM (S-SW33) into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. 3. The "Add New Hardware Wizard" will appear on screen as shown on the right. Click on "Next". 4. Select "Search for the best driver for your device". Click on "Next". 5.
Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use T to select [USB Con.]. 3. Press the button. Set-up1 Set-up2 USB Con. OK : 4. Use T to select [PC], then press the button. PC 5/5 USB Con. PC PictBridge PC Camera OK : 5. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 6.
Step 3: Download images or movie clips When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk” (“untitled” or “unlabeled” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive. Windows Open the “removable disk” and double click on the DCIM folder to open it to find more folders. Your images are inside these folder(s).
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing ACDSee for PENTAX With ACDSee for PENTAX, you can find, organize, and preview images and media files on your computer, and efficiently acquire images from digital cameras, scanners, and other devices. ACDSee for PENTAX's full-featured image viewer and media player quickly generates high-quality displays of your images and media files. Also, ACDSee for PENTAX includes a wide variety of image editing tools you can use to create, edit, and touch-up your digital images.
USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the digital camera. This mode is not supported for Mac.
Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the button. 2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use T to select [USB Con.]. button. 3. Press the 4. Use S or T to select [PC Camera], then press the button. 5. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 6. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod. USB Con.
MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Mode1 Mode2 Mode3 Rec.Pixels Mode1 5M Mode2 Saturation Mode3 Mode1 Medium Quality Sharpness Mode2 Mode3 Focus Medium Mode1 Std. Mode2 Mode3 EV Comp. Drive Mode White Bal. AE Metering Sensitivity +2.0 200 Color OK : 0/5 Exit : OK : Exit : 5/5 OK : Exit : 0/3 OK : , , , , or and turn your camera on. 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2.
Item Functional Description Focus You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro, or infinity. * Std. Macro * * Drive Mode In the Mode1 , Infinity Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. * Std. * HS Continuous * Auto Bracket , , or Item Mode Functional Description Rec. Pixels Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the details. Mode) for further Quality Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the details.
Mode1 Item Functional Description Color Sets the color of the image that will be captured. Full Color * * * Saturation Mode2 EN-62 B&W Sepia To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference. Your images will demonstrate different impression by selecting different degrees of color. This is called “Saturation”. * Low Medium * * High Item Focus Functional Description Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the details.
Mode3 Item Functional Description EV Comp. Sets a compensation to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter or darker than the background. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. White Bal. Sets the white balance when shooting under a variety of lighting conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
Movie Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording movie clips. Movie Color Exit : OK : 1. Rotate the mode dial to 1/1 and turn your camera on. 2. Press the MENU button, then use T to select the [Color]. 3. To exit the playback menu, press the MENU button. Item Functional Description Color Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the further details.
Playback Menu In the menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. Playback Playback OK : Delete Resize Slideshow DPOF Protect Copy Image Exit : 0/7 OK : Exit : 5/7 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the MENU button, then use S or T to select the desired setting and press the button. 3. To exit the playback menu, press the MENU button. Item Functional Description Delete Delete one or all images you have captured.
Item Functional Description Quality Change to set the desired quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured. Change * Best * Better * Good Resize Changes the size of a recorded image. * 5M 2560x1920 * 3M 2048x1536 * 1.2 M 1280x960 * 0.3 M 640x480 DPOF Allows you to select the desired pictures to be printed and set the number of prints and date displayed in DPOF format.
Setup Menu This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera. Set-up1 Sound Auto Off Digital Zoom Set-up2 Set-up1 Off Date Imprint 5min On 1. 2. 3. 4. On Format Reset Quick View 0/8 OK : Set-up1 Set-up2 Reset No. OK : Off 5/8 OK : Set-up1 Set-up2 Date Adjust d/m/y Video Out PAL Language English Brightness 0 0/5 USB Con. OK : Set-up2 PC 5/5 mode and turn your camera on.
Item Functional Description Reset Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset. * OK / Cancel Reset No. Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created folder from number 0001. If you want to reset the file number, be sure that no images are recorded in the internal memory or the SD memory card.
Set-up2 settings Item Functional Description Date Adjust This sets the date and the time. Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. * y/m/d * d/m/y * m/d/y Video Out Sets video output of the camera for matching the video output system of the equipment that you are going to connect to the camera. * PAL / NTSC Language Sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor.
CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES EN-70
SPECIFICATIONS Item Image Sensor Effective pixels Image size Description CCD 5.0 Mega pixels Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Movie clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Best, Better, Good Movie image: Good Recording media 12MB internal memory SD memory card (Optional, up to 512 MB) File format Motion JPEG (AVI); PictBridge support; PC-CAM support (QVGA around 20 f/s) Lens F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.8 Focal length: 5.4mm-16.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Power does not turn on. * * * * Camera suddenly powers down. Image is not captured when the shutter button is pressed. Flash does not fire. Continuous shooting is not possible. Cannot transfer files over a USB connection. EN-72 The battery has run out. The battery is not oriented correctly. The battery cover is not closed properly. The AC power adapter (optional) is disconnected. mode * The function of [Auto Off] in the has been activated.
Possible Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory and the SD memory card. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject, the capacity of the memory card, if there are files other than images or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality or resolution. Quality 2560 x 1920 5M 2048 x1536 3M 1280 x 960 1.2 M 640 x 480 0.
Approximate Duration of Recording Time The table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD memory card. Image size 320 x 240 Internal Memory (12MB) 00:56 SD Memory Card 32MB 02:19 64MB 04:47 128MB 09:42 256MB 19:20 512MB 39:00 The values for the recording time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and settings.
WARRANTY POLICY All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.
If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your PENTAX returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender.
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX IMAGING COMPANY A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.