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OptioP70_QSG.fm Page -1 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM
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" by CD
for further explanation of functions
and advanced operations of
the camera.

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  • Page 1 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page -1 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM 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.
  • Page 2 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 0 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM To users of this camera • Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card, or affect the product's internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

  • Page 3: Using Your Camera Safely

    • 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.
  • Page 4 • 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.
  • Page 5 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 3 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM • 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 a thunder storm should be present during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use.

  • Page 6: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.
  • Page 7 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 5 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM • Please note that formatting an SD Memory Card or the 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 memory at your own risk.

  • Page 8: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 6 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below. P Camera (Optio P70) P Strap (O-ST51) P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW87 P USB cable (I-USB7)
  • Page 9 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 7 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Front Self-timer lamp Flash Lens Microphone Speaker Tripod socket PC/AV terminal Battery/Card cover Back Power switch Shutter release button Zoom lever I button Q button 4/W button Strap lug Four-way controller...

  • Page 10: Battery Level Indicator

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 8 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Monitor Indicators Following indicators are displayed in the Still Picture Capture Mode. Normal display in the Still Picture Capture Mode Face Priority icon Digital zoom icon Shooting mode Memory status Flash mode Built-in memory (without card) Drive mode SD Memory Card...

  • Page 11: Preparing The Camera For Use

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 9 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Preparing the Camera for Use Prepare your camera for use before you start using it. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap supplied with the camera as shown in the illustration. Installing the Battery and Card Install the battery and SD Memory Card as shown Battery/...

  • Page 12: Turning The Camera On

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 10 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Turning the Camera On Press the power switch The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. Press the power switch again to turn the camera off. Make the Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time.
  • Page 13 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 11 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Memo If you accidentally select another Initial Setting language, press the four-way controller (5), use the four-way English controller (2345) to select the Hometown language, and then press the 4 New York button.
  • Page 14 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 12 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Press the 4 button. The [Date Adjust] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Style]. Press the four-way controller (5) Date Adjust to select [mm/dd/yy], then use the four-way controller (23) to Date Style mm dd yy choose the date display style.

  • Page 15: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 13 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Selecting Vertical Snap Setting The “Vertical Snap” function enables you to take pictures and perform the operations with the camera held vertically, as if it was a cellphone. To use this function, first set “Vertical Snap” setting here. Use the four-way controller (23) Vertical Snap to select [On] or [Cancel].

  • Page 16: Taking Pictures

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 14 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Taking Pictures Aim the camera at the subject, then press the shutter release button. The flash discharges automatically depending on the brightness. Frame the subject using the focus frame on the display. Turn the zoom lever to change the captured area.

  • Page 17: Selecting The Flash Mode

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 15 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Selecting the Flash Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (4), the flash mode switches between the following modes. Auto Flash Off Flash On Auto + Red-eye Flash On + Red-eye Flash On + Red-eye Soft Flash Memo...

  • Page 18: Selecting The Focus Mode

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 16 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Memo • You can select j (Continuous Shooting) or K (Burst Shooting) depending on the shooting mode. • You can select r (2 sec. Self-timer) by pressing the four-way controller (3) and then (5) after selecting g (10 sec. Self-timer). •...

  • Page 19: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 17 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Selecting a Shooting Mode You can choose the appropriate mode for your particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the four-way Landscape Landscape controller (3). Use the four-way controller (2345) For capturing landscape to choose a shooting views.

  • Page 20: Playing Back Images

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 18 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Playing Back Images You can play back the images taken on the display. Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038 02/02/2009 02/02/2009...

  • Page 21: Deleting Images

    OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 19 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image You can delete a single image currently displayed on the display. Playback the image you want to delete. Press the i button. The confirmation screen appears. 100 - 0017 100 - 0017 0017...

  • Page 22: Selecting A Playback Mode

    MENU Cancel Cancel press the 4 button. For details of how to use the Optio P70 or instructions on connecting the camera to a computer, refer to the manual below. Optio P70 Operating Manual...
  • Page 23 OptioP70_QSG.fm Page 21 Wednesday, January 21, 2009 9:46 AM 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 equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
  • Page 24 Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) Hotline: 0180 5 736829 / 0180 5 PENTAX Austria Hotline: 0820 820 255 (http://www.pentax.at) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.

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