Medium Format Digital SLR Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the operating manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX medium format digital SLR camera h. 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. Lenses you can use In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are D FA645 and FA645 lenses, and 645 lenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.
FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. Warning This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries. Caution This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property. • Some portions of the camera heat up during use.
• Wipe off the plug of the AC plug cord if it becomes covered with dust. Dust on the plug may cause a fire. Caution • Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in. • Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.
Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • 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). Recorded data 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.
Cleaning Your Camera • Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzine. • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of CCD Sensor. (This service will involve a fee.) Storing Your Camera • Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals.
Provided Manuals This camera comes with two manuals: “Operating Manual” (this book) and “Menu Reference”. Use these as needed. Operating Manual Describes the necessary preparations before use and the basic operations of your camera. The “Operating Manual” contains pages 1 to 103. Menu Reference Describes the functions that can be set when the 3 button is pressed and the product specifications.
Operating Manual Contents Testing Your Camera ..................................................... 37 FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ........................... 1 Care to be Taken During Handling ................................... 3 How to Change Function Settings................................ 38 Provided Manuals ............................................................ 5 1 Before Using Your Camera 9 Checking the Contents of the Package........................
Flash Mode ..................................................................... 58 DPOF Settings ................................................................ 78 Attaching a Flash ............................................................ 58 Setting the Flash Mode................................................... 58 Flash Compatibility Chart................................................ 60 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment................... 79 Preview ......................................
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1 Before Using Your Camera Checking the Contents of the Package ..................... 10 Names and Functions of Working Parts ................... 11 Display Indicators .......................................................
1 Before Using Your Camera 10 Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with the h. Check that all accessories are included before using your camera.
Names and Functions of Working Parts 1 Before Using Your Camera Hot shoe Strap lug Lens information contacts Card cover Lens mount index X-sync socket Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Tripod socket Mirror Terminal cover Lens unlock button AF coupler Image plane (CCD plane) indicator SD2 slot LCD panel SD1 slot Strap lug Diopter adjustment ring Monitor C Viewfinder Battery cover unlock knob mini HDMI terminal (Type C) Video terminal (Mini jack) DC IN DC input terminal Card acces
1 3 m (EV Compensation) button Buttons and Dials Before Using Your Camera Turn the S dial while pressing this button to set the EV compensation value. (p.48) Press to increase the magnification in enlarged view during playback. (p.67) 1 2 3 7 4 5 8 9 0 a 6 4 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.33) or to preview (p.61). 5 R (Front) e-dial Changes setting values. Displays the next or previous image during playback. Switches between the menu categories when a menu is displayed. (p.
d AF point switching dial Sets the AF point. (p.44) e S (Rear) e-dial f AF mode switching dial Switches between the autofocus modes (l/A). (p.44) g Q (Playback) button Switches to the Playback mode. (p.38) Press again to switch to Capture mode. h M button Displays the control panel. (p.16) Displays shooting information during playback. (p.17) i 3 button Displays the [A1] menu. (p.40) Next, press the 5 key to display other menus. Displays the [Q1] menu first during playback.
1 Display Indicators Button and Dial Operations Before Using Your Camera You can operate both a button and e-dial, such as m and S or ] and R, to change the settings using either of the following methods. Operation Turn the dial while pressing the button. Confirming the Setting Monitor The following indicators appear on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. Take your finger off the button.
1 2 Exposure Mode (p.47) Operation guide 3 4 World Time setting Current date and time (p.35) Capture Mode Status screen Press the u button to display the settings of the shooting functions. (All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) P USER ISO 1600 AUTO -5 4 3 2 1 F 2.8 +1.0 G1A1 WB 1 2 3 4 +5 RAW+ L AWB 1 AF.S M.
1 Control panel Press the M button to display the control panel and change settings.
Example: Playback Mode The camera changes the type of information display when you press the M button during image playback. Standard display An image and guide indicators are displayed. Histogram display An image and its histogram (Brightness/RGB) are displayed. Detailed information display Detailed showing of how and when the image was taken is displayed. No info. display Only an image is displayed.
1 Before Using Your Camera 18 Detailed information display Use the 23 keys to switch between pages. Page 1 1 P AF.S 800mm 1/ 2000 DR 200 +1.0 F5.6 ISO 200 10000K 1 RAW+ 40M 2 JPEG 40M +1.
Histogram display A brightness histogram and RGB histogram can be displayed during image playback. Use the 23 keys to switch between the histogram displays. 2 3 JPEG 8 9 7 2 1/ 2000 F5.6 3 4 100-0001 5 2 3 6 Brightness histogram 1 2 3 4 5 6 Brightness histogram Color Space Shutter speed Aperture value Protect setting Folder number-File number 10 1 1/ 2000 F5.
1 Viewfinder and LCD Panel 8 Before Using Your Camera Viewfinder 9 2 3 1 1 1 1 10 4 10 11 12 13 12 13 5 6 7 14 8 9 ISO/ISO AUTO Appears when the sensitivity is displayed. Sensitivity Underlined when the value can be adjusted. Displays the number of recordable images immediately after shooting. (Max. display is [999].) When [Electronic Level Disp.] is set to O: Displays the difference between the appropriate and current exposure values when the exposure mode is set to a.
Exposure Warning When a value that is not the proper exposure is set, that value blinks. Before Using Your Camera Electronic Level Display Displays the camera angle when [Electronic Level Disp.] in the [A3] menu is set to O. (z p.
1 LCD Panel Before Using Your Camera 12 3 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 INT. 7 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 22 20 Multi-exposure Beep Appears when Beep is on. (z p.R24) HDR Capture (z p.R16) Mirror Up White Balance (p.50) Shutter speed Aperture value Drive Mode (p.53) 9: Single Frame Shooting j: Continuous Shooting g: Self-timer shooting W: Remote Control shooting EV bar/Electronic Level Display/EV Compensation (p.48) Battery level (p.29) Flash Exposure Compensation (p.
2 Getting Started Attaching the Strap ..................................................... 24 Attaching the Lens ...................................................... 24 Using the Battery ......................................................... 28 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................ 31 Power ............................................................................ 33 Initial Settings .............................................................. 34 Diopter Adjustment ..............
2 Attaching the Strap Attaching the Lens 1 1 2 Pass the end of the strap through the triangular ring. Make sure that the camera is turned off. Getting Started Remove the body mount cap (1) and lens mount cap (2). Hold down the lens unlock button (3) and remove the body mount cap. 3 2 Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp. Align the Lens mount index (red dots; 4) on the camera and the lens, and turn the lens clockwise. Do not press the lens unlock button at this time.
To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise.
Lens Compatibility Chart 2 When using the D FA645 lens (for digital cameras), all of the functions of the h are available. Other PENTAX film camera lenses can also be used with this camera; however, the following restrictions apply.
Caution • We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. The PENTAX 645LS lens is equipped with a shutter that enables high-speed sync shooting. To use the lens shutter, switch the shutter speed ring on the lens to LS. Note the following restrictions when using this function. • The exposure mode switches to a regardless of the exposure mode setting on the camera.
Using the Battery 2 Use only a rechargeable lithium-ion D-LI90 battery. Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)” Caution Getting Started • Do not use the provided battery charger to charge batteries other than battery D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or overheating. • If the battery is correctly oriented and inserted into the battery charger but the indicator lamp is not lit, the battery is faulty.
2 You can confirm the remaining battery level by checking the battery level indicator on the status screen or LCD panel. Status Screen Battery lock lever Close the battery cover (4) and turn the battery cover unlock knob towards CLOSE (5) to lock. Stow the battery cover unlock knob. Memo • Use the AC adapter kit K-AC50 (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.30) LCD Panel Battery Level w (Green) A Battery is full. x (Green) B Battery is one-third empty.
Using the AC Adapter (Optional) 2 We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC50 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC or AV equipment. Getting Started 1 2 3 4 30 Make sure that the camera is turned off. Open the terminal cover. Face the 2 mark on the DC terminal of the AC adapter towards the 2 mark on the camera, and connect the DC terminal to the DC input terminal of the camera.
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Caution • An SD Memory Card must be formatted with this camera before use. (1 “Formatting an SD Memory Card” p.36) 1 2 Make sure that the camera is turned off. Insert the card all the way into the SD1 or SD2 slot with the SD Memory Card label facing toward the monitor. Insert an SD Memory Card into one or both of the SD1 and SD2 slots. To remove the SD Memory Card, push the card in again.
Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card 2 Getting Started 32 • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a Write-protect write-protect switch. Setting the switch to switch 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. • The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card immediately after using the camera. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card access lamp is lit.
Power 1 Turn the main switch to [ON]. Memo • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time (Auto Power Off). To reactivate the camera after it turns off automatically, turn it on again or perform any of the following. • Press the shutter release button halfway. • Press the Q button, 3 button or M button. • By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity.
Initial Settings 5 Press the 3 key. The cursor moves to [DST] (daylight saving time). 2 6 Language Setting Getting Started The first time the camera is turned on after purchase, the [Language/u] screen appears on the monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the display language and the current date and time. 7 1 8 Use the2345 keys to select a desired language and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. 2 Press the 3 key. The cursor moves to W (Hometown).
Date Adjustment 1 Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/ mm/dd]. 2 3 Date Adjustment Date Format mm / dd / yy 24h Date 01 / 01 / 2010 00 : 00 Time Settings complete MENU Cancel OK OK Press the 5 key and use the 23 keys to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display). 2 Getting Started On the [Date Adjustment] screen, press the 5 key and use the 23 keys to choose the date format.
Formatting an SD Memory Card 2 An SD Memory Card must be formatted with this camera before use. Getting Started • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged and become unusable. • Formatting an SD Memory Card deletes all images on the card even protected images. 1 Press the 3 button. The [A1] menu appears.
Diopter Adjustment Testing Your Camera You can adjust the diopter from approximately –3.5 to +2.0 m–1. 1 Turn the diopter adjustment ring clockwise for a negative value and counterclockwise for a positive value. Attaching the Large Eyecup Shooting Take some test pictures to familiarize yourself with the camera. 1 View the subject through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button. The picture is taken.
Playing Back Captured Images You can play back captured images. 2 1 Press the Q button. Getting Started The camera enters Playback mode and the most recently captured image (image with the highest file number) is displayed on the monitor. Press the M button to switch the information display for the image. (p.17) 2 Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. Some functions can be changed using both the control panel and menus.
2 Use the 45 keys to select a flash mode. 2 Flash Mode Flash On Use the 2345 keys to select the item you want to change the setting for. ISO AUTO Adjustment On ISO WB You cannot select an item that cannot be changed with current camera settings. 0.0 MENU Cancel Press the 4 button. 3 The camera switches to Capture mode. Press the 4 button to display the detailed setting screen for the selected item.
3 Using the Menus 2 This section explains how to use the menus: [A Rec. Mode], [Q Playback], [R Set-up] and [A Custom Setting]. The following explains how to set [Program Line] in the [A2] menu as an example. Getting Started 1 Available settings are displayed. The frame moves to the pop-up menu if there is one. The [A1] menu appears on the monitor. Press the 3 button in Playback mode to display the [Q1] menu first.
3 Shooting Functions Setting the File Format and Data Saving Method ..... 42 Focusing ...................................................................... 44 Exposure Setting ......................................................... 45 White Balance .............................................................. 50 Drive Mode ................................................................... 53 Auto Bracketing ........................................................... 56 Flash Mode .....................
3 Shooting Functions 42 Setting the File Format and Data Saving Method Setting examples JPEG JPEG Saves images in the same file format (JPEG) to the cards in the SD1 and SD2 slots. (Data backup) Before shooting, you can set the file format, recorded pixels and quality level of captured images and how they are saved to the SD Memory Card. JPEG RAW Saves JPEG images to the card in the SD1 slot and RAW images to the card in the SD2 slot.
2 Turn the S dial while pressing the x button. Configure the setting for the SD Memory Card in the SD2 slot in the same manner. Caution Turn the R dial while pressing the w/x button. The setting changes in the following sequence: LC (default setting), LD, LE, MC, MD, ME, SC, SD, SE. Memo Memo • You can check the data saving status for each slot on the status screen (p.15), LCD panel (p.22) and in the viewfinder (p.20).
Focusing Memo Selecting the Focus Mode 3 1 Select [AF] or [MF] on the lens. • You can use the = button to focus on the subject in the same manner as when pressing the shutter release button halfway. You can also use [13. AF Button Function] in the [A2] menu to set the = button function to [AF Cancel]. (z p.R31) • You can adjust the AF focus position with [33. AF Fine Adjustment] in the [A5] menu. (z p.
2 When [j] is selected, use the 2345 keys to select the desired focus position. Exposure Setting Pressing the 4 button returns the focus position to the center. Memo 1 Turn the metering mode switch. The set metering mode is displayed in the viewfinder and on the status screen. L Multi-segment metering The image in the viewfinder is metered in 77 different zones. 3 Shooting Functions • To turn off the red light of the superimposed AF point, set [15. Superimpose AF Area] to [Off] in the [A3] menu.
Setting the Sensitivity Memo • You can set whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focus area during multi-segment metering. Set this with [6. Link AE to AF Point] in the [A1] menu. (z p.R30) You can set the sensitivity to [AUTO] (default setting) or a value in the range equivalent to ISO 200 to 1000. 1 3 Exposure Lock Timer Turn the S dial while pressing the o button. Set the exposure lock time with [4. Meter Operating Time] in the [A1] menu. (z p.
Changing the Exposure Mode The following are the available exposure modes. (z: Available ×: Not available) Exposure Mode Function EV Change Shutter Change Compensation Speed Aperture Value Change Sensitivity Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value according to Program Line. You can use the front and rear e-dials to switch between shutter priority and aperture priority. z z z z K Sensitivity Priority You can set the desired sensitivity.
1 Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. Mode dial lock button EV Compensation You can adjust the EV compensation from –5 to +5 (EV). 1 3 Shooting Functions 2 Turn the S dial while pressing the m button. m is displayed during compensation. Press the | button while pressing the m button to return to “0.0”. Use the R/S dials to change the setting. R/S appears on the monitor next to the setting that is being changed. M AF.S 1/ 125 ISO F 5.
AE Lock AE lock is a function that locks the exposure prior to taking the picture. 1 Press the L button. Memo • The exposure remains in memory for between half and twice the amount of the exposure lock time, even after you take your finger off the L button. • You will hear a beep when the L button is pressed. You can change the setting with [Beep] in the [R1] menu. (z p.R24) • When the AE lock is set in a mode, you can change the shutter speed and aperture value while maintaining the exposure value.
White Balance 1 Press the n button. The [White Balance] screen appears. The following settings are available. Setting 3 Shooting Functions 50 F Auto (default setting) Color Temperature Approx. 4,000 to 8,000K G Daylight Approx. 5,200K H Shade Approx. 8,000K ^ Cloudy Approx. 6,000K J Fluorescent Light D Fluorescent Light Daylight Color N Fluorescent Light Daylight White W Fluorescent Light Cool White L Fluorescent Light Warm White Approx. 6,500K Approx. 5,000K Approx. 4,200K Approx.
3 To fine-tune the white balance, press the 5 key. Seven levels (225 patterns) are available on the G-M and B-A axes. Setting the Manual White Balance Shade You can save up to three manual white balance settings. G G1 ±0 B A M ±0 MENU Cancel Check OK OK Available operations Adjusts the tone of the colors between green (G) and magenta (M). 45 keys Adjusts the tone of the colors between blue (B) and amber (A). | button Resets the adjustment value.
Setting the Color Temperature Saving the White Balance Setting of a Captured Image You can save up to three color temperature settings. (The default setting is [5000K].) 1 3 2 Select K in the [White Balance] screen and press the 5 key. Shooting Functions Use the 23 keys to select K1, K2 or K3 and press the 5 key. The [Color Temperature] screen appears. 3 Use the R/S dials to adjust the color temperature. Color temperature steps differ depending on the e-dial.
Drive Mode There are four drive modes: Single Frame Shooting, Continuous Shooting, Self-timer, and Remote Control. 1 Press the Y button. The [Drive Mode] screen appears. Continuous Shooting With Continuous Shooting, you can shoot at a maximum speed of 1.1 frames per second. The number of frames that can be shot continuously varies depending on the number of recorded pixels, quality level, and other settings.
Self-timer Shooting This camera has the following two types of self-timer modes. 3 Shooting Functions 1 2 g Shutter is released after about 12 seconds. Z Mirror is raised and shutter is released after about 2 seconds. Drive Mode Self-timer (12 sec.) Drive Mode Remote Control MENU Cancel OK OK Memo • When using the Remote Control Waterproof O-RC1, you can use the S button on the remote control to enable autofocus. OK OK Press the shutter release button fully.
2 Multi-exposure Press the shutter release button fully. The mirror is raised. You can create a composite picture by taking multiple frames. Set this in the [A2] menu. (z p.R17) Caution Press the shutter release button fully again. The picture is taken and the mirror is lowered. To exit mirror lock-up shooting, return the d dial to its original position. Memo • The mirror will be lowered automatically about one minute after being raised. Caution Mirror Lock-up This raises the mirror.
Auto Bracketing 2 Press the | button while pressing the ] button to return to [OFF] and [--]. Exposure Bracketing 3 Turn the S dial while pressing the ] button and set the compensation value. EV Steps You can use Exposure Bracketing to take 2 (standard exposure and underexposure, or standard exposure and overexposure), 3 or 5 pictures with different exposure. Compensation Value 1/3 EV ±0.3/±0.7/±1.0/±1.3/±1.7/±2.0 1/2 EV ±0.5/±1.0/±1.5/±2.
Caution • This function is not available when the exposure mode is set to p. • This function cannot be used with Multi-exposure. The mode set last is used. Extended Bracketing Caution • The file format is always set to [JPEG] and cannot be changed. You cannot use Extended Bracketing when the file format is set to [RAW] or [RAW+]. • When Extended Bracketing is set, Interval Shooting and Multiexposure are not available. • Extended Bracketing and HDR Capture cannot be used at the same time.
Flash Mode Attaching a Flash 3 1 Shooting Functions 2 Remove the hot shoe cover of the camera. Attach the flash and turn on the camera. Memo • Press the I button to discharge the flash in Modeling Flash or Test Flash mode. Set this with [34. External Flash Discharge] in the [A5] menu. (z p.R35) Caution • Do not use high-voltage or high-current external flashes. They may cause the camera to malfunction.
1 4 Press the E button. The [Flash Mode] screen appears. Press the 4 button. The camera switches to Capture mode. 3 Use the 45 keys to select a flash mode. Shooting Functions 2 Flash Mode Flash On 0.0 MENU Cancel 3 OK OK Use the S dial to adjust the flash compensation value. The compensation value differs depending on the setting of [1. EV Steps] (z p.R30) in the [A1] menu. EV Steps Compensation Value 1/3 EV –2.0/–1.7/–1.3/–1.0/–0.7/–0.3/0.0/+0.3/+0.7/+1.0 1/2 EV –2.0/–1.5/–1.0/–0.5/0.0/+0.
Flash Compatibility Chart The following functions are available when using h with PENTAX flashes.
Preview There are two preview methods: Optical Preview (default setting) using the viewfinder and Digital Preview using the monitor. Optical Preview Enlarge Instant Review (p.67) L button Saves the preview image as a new file. Press the shutter release button halfway. Digital Preview ends and the autofocus system operates. Memo • The maximum display time for Digital Preview is 60 seconds. Turn the main switch to | while viewing the subject through the viewfinder.
Custom Image 3 1 The [Custom Image] setting screen appears. You can set the image finishing tone before shooting. Select from the following eight modes for Image Tone: Bright, Natural (default setting), Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Reversal Film and Monochrome. You can adjust the following parameters for each mode.
4 Press the 4 button. The camera switches to Capture mode. Memo 3 Shooting Functions • The Custom Image settings of a JPEG image can also be adjusted after shooting. Immediately after shooting, press the y button and change the setting, and then press the L button and select [Save as]. • When [Reversal Film] is selected and [White Balance] is set to F, images are captured with an effect similar to using a daylight film.
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4 Playback and Processing Functions Setting the Playback Functions ................................. 66 Displaying a Single Image .......................................... 67 Displaying Multiple Images ........................................ 68 Developing RAW Images ............................................ 72 Protecting Images ....................................................... 73 Rotating Images .......................................................... 74 Changing the Image Size ...............
Setting the Playback Functions Playback Mode Palette Item Perform settings related to playing back images in the playback mode palette or Q menu. 1 4 Playback and Processing Functions 66 In Playback mode, display the image to play back and press the 3 key. Function Page s Image Rotation Rotates images. p.74 D Digital Filter Changes the color tone of images, processes the image or adjusts the brightness. p.76 n Resize Changes the number of recorded pixels and quality level of images. p.
Displaying a Single Image Deleting Images One by One Caution • Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. (p.73) 1 The delete screen appears. Images can be magnified up to 3200% in Playback mode. 1 Select the image to enlarge and turn the S dial to the right (y). The image enlarges at each click ([×1.2] (120%) to [×32] (3200%)). Available operations 2345 keys 100-0001 x2 Moves the area to enlarge. S dial to the right Enlarges the image (up to 3200%).
Displaying Multiple Images You can display 4, 9 (default setting), 16, 36 or 81 images on the monitor at the same time. 4 Turn the S dial to the left (f) in Playback mode. i button Selects the images and deletes them. • Icons such as ? are not displayed on the thumbnail images during 81-image display. Select & Delete Selection frame You can delete up to 100 images at once. Playback and Processing Functions 1 Nine thumbnail images are displayed at once.
Folder Display Calendar Display Images will be grouped and displayed by folder in which they are saved. 1 In the multi-image display screen, turn the S dial again to the left (f). Six folders are displayed at once. 2 Select the folder to display. Number of images in the folder 100 You can display images by shooting date. 1 In the multi-image display screen, press the M button twice. Only the dates when pictures were taken are displayed. 12345 102 101 Number of images shot in this date 2010.
Slideshow Image Comparison You can play back all images saved on an SD Memory Card successively. 1 Select u (Slideshow) in the playback mode palette. The start screen is displayed and slideshow begins. 4 Playback and Processing Functions 70 You can display two images side-by-side. 1 Select g (Image Comparison) in the playback mode palette. The last image played back will be displayed twice side-by-side.
5 Index You can join multiple images together, display them as an index print, and save the index print as a new image. 1 Select p (Index) in the playback mode palette. The [Index] screen appears. 2 Press the 5 key and select a layout. Layout Images Backgrnd. Selection 3 4 r Random2 s Random3 q Random1 p Bubble Automatically selects all images from the SD Memory Card containing the image last displayed. w Manual Lets you select the images individually.
Developing RAW Images You can convert RAW images into JPEG or TIFF format. Caution • Only RAW images captured with this camera can be edited. Images captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. 4 1 Playback and Processing Functions 2 Select a RAW image and select h (RAW Development) in the playback mode palette. Select [Developing a Single Image] or [Developing Multiple Images]. Select the RAW images to develop.
Parameter Value Page Lat-Chromatic-Ab Adj *3 Off/On z p.R15 Color Space sRGB/AdobeRGB z p.R19 *1 This cannot be set when [File Format] is set to [TIFF]. (The setting is fixed to i.) *2 This cannot be set for RAW images taken in Multi-exposure mode. *3 This can be selected only when a compatible lens is attached. 6 7 Press the 4 button. Select [Save as]. Memo • You cannot save the background image or use Digital Preview with Custom Image or White Balance.
Rotating Images When shooting vertically, rotation information is added to an image so that it can be played back with the appropriate orientation. You can change the rotation information and save the image using the following procedure. Memo 4 Playback and Processing Functions 74 • Images with rotation information are rotated and displayed according to the orientation of the camera. To cancel image rotation, set [32. Auto Image Rotation] in the [A5] menu to [Off]. (z p.
Changing the Image Size You can crop an image and save it as a new file. Resizing Images You can change the number of recorded pixels and quality level of an image and save it as a new file. Caution • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized. • Images once resized to s cannot be resized again. 2 Select the image to resize and then select n (Resize) in the playback mode palette. • Only JPEG and RAW images captured with this camera can be cropped.
Digital Filters Applying the Digital Filter You can process images with digital filters. The following filters are available. Filter name Monochrome 4 Effect Creates a monochrome image. 1 Parameter Filter Effect: OFF/Red/Green/Blue/ IR (Infrared Filter) 2 Toning (B-A): 7 levels Playback and Processing Functions Extract Color Extracts a specific Color: Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/ color and makes the Green/Yellow rest of the image Color Freq. Range: –2 to +2 black and white.
Recreating Filter Effects Searching for the Original Image You can retrieve the filter effects already applied to an image, and reapply them to other images. You can search for and display the original image prior to digital filter application. 1 1 2 Select an image for retrieving the digital filter effects and then select D (Digital Filter) in the playback mode palette. Select [Recreating filter effects] and press the 4 button.
DPOF Settings Caution DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies and whether to imprint the date. Memo 4 • DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images. • You can make DPOF settings for up to 999 images on each SD Memory Card. Playback and Processing Functions 1 2 Select r (DPOF) in the playback mode palette. Select [Single Image] or [All Images]. If [All Images] is selected, proceed to Step 4. 3 4 Use the 45 keys to select an image to set DPOF settings.
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 1 2 You can play back images on AV equipment by connecting the camera with a commercially-available video cable (mini plug to RCA cable) or HDMI cable (Type C). Turn the AV equipment and camera off. Open the terminal cover on the camera and connect the video cable to the video terminal or the HDMI cable to the mini HDMI terminal. Memo About the Video Cable The video terminal for this camera is a two-conductor socket.
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5 Using a Computer Connecting to a Computer ......................................... 82 Using the Provided Software .....................................
Connecting to a Computer The captured images can be transferred to a computer by connecting the camera using a USB cable and can be managed using the provided software. System Requirements We recommend the following system requirements to connect your camera to a computer or to use the software “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” included on the CD-ROM (S-SW107).
Connecting Your Camera to a Computer 1 Set [USB Connection] in the [R2] menu. Refer to “Menu Reference”. (z p.R25) 2 3 4 Turn your computer on. Memo • If the [Removable Disk Drive] dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click the OK button. • When using Windows XP, if the SD Memory Card has a volume label, the volume label name appears instead of [Removable Disk].
Using the Provided Software If the [PENTAX Software Installer] screen does not appear [For Windows] 1 Click [My Computer] from the Start menu. 2 Double-click the [CD-ROM drive (S-SW107)] icon. 3 Double-click the [Setup.exe] icon. “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” is included on the provided CD-ROM (S-SW107). Using the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4, you can manage images saved on your computer, develop RAW images taken with this camera and adjust the color of them. 5 Compatible file formats: .
The PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Screen When PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 is launched, the following screen (browser) appears. This executes functions or sets various settings. For Macintosh, the Menu bar appears at the top of the desktop. 2 Tool Bar Frequently used functions are provided as Tool bar buttons. 3 Control Panel Memo The shooting information and settings for the selected image appear in this panel.
The Laboratory tab set (default setting) The control panel for adjusting the image appears here. 5 Using a Computer 86 The Custom tab set (default setting) The screen display can be customized here. The Custom tab set enables you to customize whether to show/hide the various tab pages in accordance with your needs. By default, all control panels are displayed.
Viewing the Help Menu Refer to the Help menu for details on using the software program. 1 Click the button on the Tool bar. Or, select [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility Help] from the [Help] menu. Regarding Product Registration To better serve you, please take a moment to register your software. 1 Click [Product Registration] on the screen in Step 3 on A world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. 5 Using a Computer p.84.
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6 Appendix Optional Accessories .................................................. 90 Error Messages ........................................................... 93 Troubleshooting .......................................................... 94 Index ............................................................................. 95 WARRANTY POLICY .................................................
Optional Accessories Several accessories are provided for use with the h. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for details regarding accessories. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Power Supply Accessories Battery Charger kit K-BC90 (*) (Kit includes Battery charger D-BC90 and AC plug cord.
Auto Macro Flash AF160FC The AF160FC is a flash system especially designed for macro photography to take close, shadowless pictures of small objects. It is compatible with existing TTL auto flash functions and it can be used with a wide range of PENTAX cameras by using the provided adapter rings.
Cable Switch CS-205 Connect to the cable switch terminal and operate the camera shutter release button. The cord length is 0.5 m. Remote Control 6 Used for remote control shooting. Operating distance for remote control From the front of camera: approx. 4 m From the back of camera: approx. 2 m Remote Control F GPS Unit O-GPS1 Attach this unit to the camera’s hot shoe to record information such as the latitude, longitude, altitude, direction, and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Error Messages Error Message Description Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. No image There are no images for playback on the SD Memory Card. This image cannot be displayed You are trying to play back an image in a format not supported by this camera. No card in the camera The SD Memory Card is not inserted in the camera.
Troubleshooting In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the battery out and put it back in again. Then, the mirror will retract when the camera is turned on again. If, after performing these procedures, the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center.
Index Symbols A AC adapter........................................ 30 Accessories .......................... 10, 26, 90 AdobeRGB..................................... R19 AE lock..................................... 49, R30 L button..................................... 49 = button................................ 44, R31 AF Fine Adjustment ....................... R35 AF point ................................... 44, R30 AF with Remote Control................. R32 B p mode ....................................
6 Appendix Delete an single image ..................... 67 Destination..................................... R23 Detailed information display.............. 18 Development..................................... 72 Digital Camera Utility ........................ 82 Digital Filter....................................... 76 Digital Preview ......................... 61, R18 Diopter adjustment............................ 37 Direct keys ............................... 38, R11 u button ................................
I Image Comparison ........................... 70 Image plane indicator ....................... 11 Image Rotation ................................. 74 Image Tone....................................... 62 Index ................................................. 71 Index display..................................... 68 M button ............................... 16, 17 Initial Setting ..................................... 34 Initialize.......................................... R29 Installing software .............
RAW Development ........................... 72 RAW File Format ........................... R19 Rec. Mode menu ..................... R4, R13 Recorded Pixels............... 43, R13, R35 Red-eye reduction ............................ 58 Remote Control................................. 54 Remote Control in p ..................... R32 Repeat Playback............................ R22 RESERVE......................................... 42 Reset ..................................... R28, R35 Resize......................
White Balance (Extended Bracketing) ................................................... R16 Windows ........................................... 82 World Time .................................... R23 X M mode................................... 47, R34 X-sync socket ................................... 58 Z Zoom display ....................................
WARRANTY POLICY 6 Appendix 100 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.
For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003. Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Located at: 633 17 th Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 FAX: 303-790-1131 6 Appendix 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.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don't purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.
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