Page 1 PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk) PENTAX France S.A.S. 12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE PENTAX Benelux B.V.
Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
Regarding copyrights Images taken using the Optio MX that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display.
Page 3: For Safe Use Of Your Camera
• 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 disconnect the AC adapter and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.
Page 4 AC power cable to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC power cable becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.
Page 5: Care To Be Taken During Handling
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during traveling). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss of benefits that were to be obtained through taking pictures) arising from failure of this product.
Page 6 • If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided. •...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ...1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...3 Contents ...5 Composition of the Operating Manual ...9 Checking the Contents of the Package ...10 Names of Parts...11 Names of Operating Parts ...12 Getting Started Attaching the Strap...13 Powering the Camera ...14 Charging the Battery...14...
Page 8 Example of Menu Operation...42 Menu List ...44 Taking Still Pictures Taking Still Pictures...46 Selecting a Still Picture Mode...46 Setting the Functions (Program Mode)...47 Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode) ...48 Using the Zoom ...50 Using the Self-Timer...52 Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting Mode) ...53 Taking Pictures with Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode)...54...
Page 9 Selecting the Frame Rate...91 Recording and Playback Sound Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)...92 Playing Back Sound ...93 Adding a Voice Memo to Images...94 Recording a Voice Memo ...94 Playing Back a Voice Memo...95 Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies Playing Back Still Pictures...96 Playing Back Still Pictures ...96 Nine Image Display ...96 Zoom Display...97...
Page 10 Changing the Background Color and Screen Effects ...125 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor...126 Changing the Video Output Format...127 Changing the USB Connection Mode...128 Setting Sleep Timeout ...129 Setting Auto Power Off ...129 Registering a Function on the OK Button ...130 Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...131 Appendix List of City Codes ...132...
Page 11: Composition Of The Operating Manual
This chapter explains the various ways of printing still pictures and how to edit images with the camera. For instructions on how to print or edit images using a computer, refer to the “PC Guide – Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC”. 9 Settings ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––...
Page 12: Checking The Contents Of The Package
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio MX AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) Lithium-ion battery D-LI7 Rechargeable (∗) SD Memory Card (16 MB) • Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.133).
Page 13: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Front f button Flash Self-timer lamp Battery cover Lens Microphone Terminal cover PC/AV terminal DC input terminal Back Flexible LCD monitor Mode dial Power switch Speaker Strap lug Tripod socket SD Memory Card cover lever SD Memory Card cover Grip Shutter...
Page 14: Names Of Operating Parts
Names of Operating Parts OK button Four-way controller (2345) Guide Indications A guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below. Four-way controller (2) Four-way controller (3) Four-way controller (4) Four-way controller (5) MENU button Shutter release button...
Page 15: Getting Started
Getting Started Attaching the Strap Cap holder Attach the cap holder to the lens cap and thread the cord onto the camera strap. Remove the lens cap by pressing the tabs on either side of the cap. Attach the strap to the camera. Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.
Page 16: Powering The Camera
Powering the Camera Charging indicator Battery charger Charging the Battery When using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery depleted.] message is displayed, charge the battery. Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. Place the battery in the charger with the label facing up.
Page 17: Installing The Battery
Battery lock lever Installing the Battery Insert the battery in the camera. Use one D-LI7 rechargeable lithium-ion battery. AA batteries or AA rechargeable batteries cannot be used in this camera. Open the battery cover on the end of the grip. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow flip the cover open Insert the battery with the 2 symbol facing toward the...
Page 18: Battery Level Indicator
• The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the movie recording time and playback time are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.
Page 19: Installing The Sd Memory Card
Installing the SD Memory Card This camera uses an SD Memory Card to record captured images. Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. Push the card cover lever toward the LCD monitor. The card cover opens.
Page 20 • The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted (1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
Page 21: Recorded Pixels And Quality Level For Still Pictures
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level for Still Pictures Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality level best suited to your purpose. Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer images for printing, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the total number of pictures that can be taken.
Page 22: Recorded Pixels And Quality Level For Movies
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level for Movies Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality level best suited to your purpose. The number of recorded pixels indicates the image resolution. Larger sizes produce clearer images, but results in larger filesizes. The frame rate indicates the number of images that are displayed per second.
Page 23 • The above table shows the approximate recording time when using a 64MB SD Memory Card. • The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, SD Memory Card, etc. Frame rate: 30fps (15fps)
Page 24: Operating The Camera Parts
Operating the Camera Parts The following is an explanation of how to operate the camera parts. Using the Grip Pull the grip out from the camera and rotate it in the direction indicated by the arrow. Adjust the grip to a comfortable position for holding the camera (about 120°).
Page 25: Opening The Lcd Monitor
Opening the LCD Monitor You can swivel the LCD monitor 210 degrees vertically and 180 degrees horizontally to ensure easy viewing from different angles. Do not apply excessive force when swiveling the LCD monitor. Lift Open the LCD monitor from the bottom. Lower Lower the LCD monitor into the viewing position.
Page 26: Holding The Camera
Shutter release button Zoom/w/x lever C button Using the Flash Press the f button on the side of the camera. The flash pops up. Press the area around the PENTAX logo on the cover softly to close the flash. f button...
Page 27: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The camera turns on and the power switch lights green. The shooting mode icon and name appear for one second. If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on page 27 to set the display language and/or current date and time.
Page 28: Voice Recording Only Mode
Voice Recording Only Mode This mode lets you use the camera as a voice recorder. Voice Recording Only mode is exclusively for recording sound; you cannot take still pictures or movies in this mode. Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch. The camera turns on in Voice Recording Only mode.
Page 29: Initial Settings
Initial Settings If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current date and time. If the Initial Settings screen appears I n i t i a l S e t t i n g s C i t y D S T V i d e o O u t...
Page 30: Setting The Display Language
Setting the Display Language You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Korean and Japanese. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the display language. The default setting is English.
Page 31 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 appear above and below the month. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month. Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 appear above and below the day. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the day and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 32: Quick Start
Taking Still Pictures Shutter release button Zoom/w/x lever f button The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. If the flash has been opened, it will fire automatically depending on the light conditions. Pull the grip out and rotate it into position.
Page 33 Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action. Press halfway The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway). The shutter speed and aperture settings only appear on the LCD monitor when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Page 34: Playing Back Still Pictures
The image appears on the LCD monitor. For instructions on how to view images on a computer, refer to the “PC Guide – Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC”. Playing Back the Previous or Next Image Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward or backward.
Page 35: Rotating The Displayed Image
Rotating the Displayed Image Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. Press the four-way controller (3). The image is rotated 90 degrees clockwise each time the button is pressed. The zoom display and nine-image display functions cannot be used with rotated images, nor can DPOF or delete/protect settings be made.
Page 36: Taking Movies
The standard procedure for recording movies is described below. Pull the grip out and rotate it into position. Open the LCD monitor. Press the power switch. The camera turns on. Press the C button. Recording starts. You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom/w/x lever to the right or left.
Page 37: Playing Back Movies
Press the four-way controller (3) to stop playback. You can also play back movies on a TV. (1p.102) For instructions on how to play back movies on a computer, refer to the “PC Guide – Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC”. Quick Start Four-way controller...
Page 38: Common Operations
Common Operations Understanding the Button Functions Capture Mode Shutter release button Starts taking still pictures. (1p.30) C button Starts recording movies. When pressed again, stops recording. p.84) OK button Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1 Displays the Digital Filter options screen. (1 Saves your current menu selection if you have a menu open.
Page 39 ) button Changes the shooting mode in the following sequence. (1p.66) Macro mode, Super Macro mode, Infinity-Landscape mode, Manual Focus mode m button Selects self-timer mode, continuous shooting mode and auto bracketing mode. (1p.52 – p.57) b button Changes the flash mode. (1p.68) Zoom/w/x lever Changes the shooting area.
Page 40: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Shutter release button Stops playback and switches to the Capture mode. (1 C button Stops playback and switches to the Capture mode. (1 OK button Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.99) Saves your current menu selection. (1p.41) MENU button Displays the [A Rec.
Page 41 g button Sets the items for printing images. ( Z button Protects images from deletion. (1p.106) Zoom/f/y lever Press toward f during normal playback to display nine images at once. (1p.96) Press toward y for zoom display and to change the size of the image displayed on the LCD monitor.
Page 42: Voice Recording Mode
Voice Recording Mode Shutter release button When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. When pressed for more than one second, recording continues for as long as the button is held down and stops when the button is released. C button When pressed during recording, an index can be added to the sound being recorded.
Page 43: Using The Menus
Using the Menus When you press the MENU button, a menu appears on the LCD monitor. The menu varies depending on the camera mode. You can set functions, save the settings and change the camera settings on these menus. How to Use the Menus When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor.
Page 44: Example Of Menu Operation
Example of Menu Operation Capture mode MENU [A Rec. Mode] Menu R e c . M o d e R e c o r d e d P i x e l s 2 0 4 8 Q u a l i t y L e v e l W h i t e B a l a n c e F o c u s i n g A r e a A E M e t e r i n g...
Page 45 Playback mode MENU [Q Playback] Menu P l a y b a c k S l i d e s h o w 3 sec R e s i z e T r i m m i n g D i g i t a l F i l t e r Q u i c k Z o o m Q u i c k D e l e t e MENU...
Page 46: Menu List
Menu List [A Rec. Mode] Menu This menu shows the functions related to taking still pictures. Some of the functions are also used for taking movies. Yes...Adjustable No ...Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the menu, but any changes you make are invalid in actual operation.
Page 47 [C Movie Mode] menu This menu is only for movies. Item Recorded Pixels For selecting the number of pixels Quality Level For selecting the quality level for movies For selecting the number of frames (still pictures) Frame Rate per second Color Mode For selecting a color filter when taking a movie For setting a delayed frame rate to give the...
Page 48: Taking Still Pictures
Taking Still Pictures Taking Still Pictures Selecting a Still Picture Mode There are various ways of capturing images, from modes where the camera automatically sets the shooting functions to obtain the best pictures, to modes where settings are made manually to achieve a particular effect.
Page 49: Setting The Functions (Program Mode)
3, 4 Setting the Functions (Program Mode) In R (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other functions such as the flash mode or continuous shooting mode. Set the mode dial to R. Set the functions you want to use.
Page 50: Selecting The Picture Mode According To The Shooting Scene (Picture Mode)
Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode) You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are ten available modes in Picture mode. Lets you capture the bright colors of landscape views by Landscape emphasizing the contours and saturation of green trees, blue sky, etc.
Page 51 5, 6 Set the mode dial to d. Press the four-way controller (3). The Picture mode options screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a Picture mode. Press the OK button. The Picture mode is selected. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 52: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to change the shooting area. Press the Zoom/w/x lever in Capture mode. x (Tele) : enlarges the subject. w (Wide) : enlarges the area captured by the camera. The zoom bar indicates the current level of magnification.
Page 53 Two-Speed Zoom Operation The zoom can be operated at high speed or at low speed. Pressing the zoom lever gently toward w or x slowly changes the zoom magnification (low-speed zoom). Zoom adjustment stops when you remove your finger from the lever. Pressing the zoom lever all the way toward w or x quickly changes the zoom magnification (high-speed zoom).
Page 54: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer In self-timer mode, the picture is taken a fixed time after the shutter release button is pressed. Use the 10-second self-timer when you want to be included in a group picture. Use the 2-second self-timer to avoid camera shake when you press the shutter release button.
Page 55: (Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting Mode)
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/ High-Speed Continuous Shooting Mode) Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. Press the m button in Capture mode to display j or p on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 56: Taking Pictures With Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode)
Taking Pictures with Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode) You can take pictures using digital filters in a variety of colors, such as red, blue and green. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Filter].
Page 57 • These digital filters are used for still pictures. Color filters for movies can be selected from [Color Mode] on the [C Movie Mode] menu. (1p.86) • You can register the digital filter options screen on the OK button. This will enable you to display the digital filter options screen simply by pressing the OK button while taking pictures.
Page 58: Varying The Settings Automatically (Auto Bracketing)
7, 8 Varying the Settings Automatically (Auto Bracketing) Auto bracketing can be used to automatically vary settings such as the exposure and white balance over a series of three shots when the shutter release button is pressed. This simple operation ensures that you are able to get the best shots.
Page 59 If you selected exposure or white balance, use the four- way controller (45) to choose the bracketing steps. Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take pictures. The function chosen for auto bracketing appears on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 60: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist)
You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The panorama software on the CD-ROM (S-SW17) supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX) and a computer are necessary for joining the images. The Panorama Assist enables you to overlap the edges of the images so that they are easier to join together into a panorama picture.
Page 61 To cancel Panorama Assist, change to another mode. • The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX, ACD Photostitcher). Refer to the “PC Guide – Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC” for instructions on creating panorama pictures.
Page 62: Shutter Priority Shooting
3, 4 Shutter Priority Shooting In this mode, you can set the shutter speed manually. The camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the optimal exposure at the shutter speed you have chosen. Use this mode when you want to emphasize movement by setting a slow shutter speed to take a moving subject, or when you want to set a fast shutter speed in dim light to prevent camera shake.
Page 63: Aperture Priority Shooting
3, 4 Aperture Priority Shooting In this mode, you can set the aperture manually. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure at the aperture value you have chosen. Decreasing the aperture value will produce a picture with a blurred background. Increasing the value will produce a picture in which both the foreground and the background are in focus.
Page 64: Manual Shooting
4, 5 Manual Shooting In this mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture manually. This mode allows you to produce different creative effects in your pictures. Set the mode dial to a. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the aperture value. Pressing 2 increases the aperture and pressing 3 reduces the aperture.
Page 65: Using A Wide Angle Conversion Lens (Optional)
Using a Wide Angle Conversion Lens (Optional) The L-WC17 wide angle conversion lens is available as an optional accessory. (1p.133) Simply screwing this useful accessory onto the front of the camera provides a wide angle equivalent to 28.5 mm on a 35 mm camera. •...
Page 66: Displaying Shooting Information In Capture Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the OK button. If [FILT.] has been registered on the OK button, change the setting to [DISPLAY] on the [B Set-up] menu. (1p.124) Norm. (Normal display) Shooting information appears when the camera is turned on.
Page 67: Setting The Still Picture Shooting Functions
Setting the Still Picture Shooting Functions Shooting and Playback Capture mode is for taking and recording images. The shutter release button is for taking still pictures in Capture mode and the C button is for taking movies. Playback mode is for viewing captured pictures. The displayed picture can be edited in Playback mode.
Page 68: Selecting The Focus Mode
Selecting the Focus Mode Focus Modes Autofocus mode icon) Macro mode Super Macro mode Infinity-Landscape mode Manual Focus mode Press the ) button in Capture mode. The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon appears on the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected focus mode.
Page 69 Manual Focus The procedure for setting the focus manually is described below. Press the ) button in Capture mode to display z. The central portion of the screen is magnified twice as large when focusing. Press the four-way controller (23). The indicator appears on the LCD monitor.
Page 70: Selecting The Flash Mode
Selecting the Flash Mode Flash Modes Auto icon) Flash Off Flash On Auto + Red-eye reduction Flash On + Red-eye reduction • To use the flash, press the f button to make the flash pop up. When the flash is closed, it will not discharge (Flash Off). •...
Page 71: Adjusting The Flash Intensity
Adjusting the Flash Intensity You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Flash Exp. Comp.]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the light emission.
Page 72: Selecting The Recorded Pixels
Selecting the Recorded Pixels You can choose the number of recorded pixels of still pictures from [2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels, the bigger the picture and the larger the filesize. The quality level setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.71). Recorded Pixels Suitable for printing on A4 paper 2048 (2048×1536)
Page 73: Selecting The Quality Level
Selecting the Quality Level Image quality refers to the compression rate of still pictures. The more stars, the higher the quality and the larger the filesize. The recorded pixels setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.70). Quality Levels Best Lowest compression rate.
Page 74: Adjusting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting. White Balance Settings Auto Daylight Shade Tungsten Light Fluorescent Light Manual Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.
Page 75 Manual Setting Have a blank sheet of white paper ready. Select K (manual) on the White Balance screen. Point the camera at the blank sheet of paper so that it fills the screen of the LCD monitor. Press the Q button. The shutter is released and the white balance is automatically adjusted.
Page 76: Changing The Focusing Area
Changing the Focusing Area You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area). Focusing Area Multiple Normal range Spot The autofocus range becomes smaller. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area].
Page 77: Setting The Light Metering Range To Determine The Exposure (Ae Metering)
Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering) You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure. AE Metering Modes Multi-segment Center-weighted Spot Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.
Page 78: Setting The Sensitivity
Setting the Sensitivity You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. Sensitivity Settings The camera sets the sensitivity automatically. AUTO • The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the less noise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions. •...
Page 79: Setting The Instant Review Time (Instant Review)
Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) You can choose the Instant Review time from 1 sec, 2 sec, 3 sec, 5 sec and Off (no display). Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Instant Review].
Page 80: Setting The Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness) You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x [Normal] to z [Hard (+)] or...
Page 81: Setting The Color Saturation (Saturation)
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation) You can set the color saturation. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Saturation]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or y [Low (–)].
Page 82: Setting The Image Contrast (Contrast)
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast) You can set the image contrast. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or y [Low (–)].
Page 83: Setting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture. Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or underexposed. Press the four-way controller (45) in Capture mode. You can change the EV setting. To brighten, set a positive (+) value.
Page 84: Saving The Settings (Memory)
Saving the Settings (Memory) You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the camera is turned off or returned to the defaults. The items that can be saved or reset are listed below. If you select O (On), the settings will be saved in the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off.
Page 85 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Memory screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O(On) or P (Off).
Page 86: Taking Movies
Taking Movies Recording Movies Recording Movies This mode lets you take movies. Sound is recorded at the same time. Press the C button in Capture mode. Recording starts. The following information appears on the LCD monitor. 1 Movie mode icon 2 Recording indicator (blinks during recording) 3 Remaining recording time You can change the captured area by pressing...
Page 87 Keeping the C Button Pressed Recording starts when you keep the C button pressed for more than one second. Recording will continue for as long as you keep the button pressed. Recording stops when you take your finger off the C button. Using the Zoom When Taking Movies If you use the zoom when taking movies, hold the camera steady and zoom in and out slowly using the low-speed zoom.
Page 88: Adding A Color Effect To Movies (Color Mode)
Adding a Color Effect to Movies (Color Mode) You can add a color effect to movies by using color filters. As well as recording in normal colors, you can choose a B&W filter or a Sepia filter. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.
Page 89: Taking Time-Lapse Movies
Taking Time-Lapse Movies This mode lets you take movies at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back at the normal frame rate, the action appears speeded up. For example, if you choose the ×2 setting, half the normal number of frames will be taken, so that when you play the movie back at the normal frame rate, the subject will move at twice the normal speed.
Page 90: Setting The Movie Shooting Functions
Setting the Movie Shooting Functions There are a number of functions that you can set for recording movies. However, the following functions use the settings for taking still pictures. Refer to the relevant reference pages listed below. Adjusting the White Balance Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the Exposure Setting the Sensitivity Setting the Image Sharpness...
Page 91: Selecting The Recorded Pixels For Movies
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies You can choose the number of recorded pixels for movies from [640×480], [320×240] and [160×120]. The more pixels, the bigger the picture and the larger the filesize. The quality level setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.90). Recorded Pixels for Movies VGA size.
Page 92: Selecting The Quality Level Of Movies
Selecting the Quality Level of Movies The more stars, the higher the quality and the larger the filesize. The recorded pixels setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.89). Quality Levels of Movies C Best Better Good Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.
Page 93: Selecting The Frame Rate
Selecting the Frame Rate The frame rate refers to the number of frames taken per second. The higher the frame rate, the better the quality and the larger the filesize. There are two frame rates to choose from: 30fps and 15fps. Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Page 94: Recording And Playback Sound
Recording and Playback Sound Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) You can record sound with the camera. 2, 3 Microphone Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch. The remaining recording time and the recording time of the current file appear on the LCD monitor.
Page 95: Playing Back Sound
Playing Back Sound You can play back the sound files you made in Voice Recording mode. Press the Q button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a sound file to play back. Press the four-way controller (2). Playback starts. 1 Index position 2 Total file recording time 3 Playback time...
Page 96: Adding A Voice Memo To Images
Adding a Voice Memo to Images You can add a voice memo to your still pictures. Recording a Voice Memo Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture to which you want to add a voice memo. O appears on the four-way controller operation guide on the LCD monitor if there is no voice memo attached to the displayed...
Page 97: Playing Back A Voice Memo
Playing Back a Voice Memo Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want to play back. If U appears on the displayed image, a voice memo has been recorded. Press the four-way controller (2).
Page 98: Playing Back And Deleting Still Pictures/Movies
Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies Playing Back Still Pictures Playing Back Still Pictures Press the Q button. Refer to “Playing Back Images” (p.32) for instructions. Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. Press the Zoom/f/y lever toward f in Playback mode.
Page 99: Zoom Display
Zoom Display You can display images magnified up to 12 times. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during magnification. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to magnify. Press the Zoom/f/y lever toward The image is magnified (1×...
Page 100 Setting the Quick Zoom Function You can display the image at set magnification simply by pressing the Zoom/f/y lever toward y once during zoom playback. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Quick Zoom].
Page 101: Displaying Shooting Information In Playback Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode Shooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback mode. Pressing the OK button changes the display mode. If [FILT.] has been registered on the OK button, change the setting to [DISPLAY] on the [B Set-up] menu. (1p.124) Norm.
Page 102: Slideshow
Slideshow You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card one after another. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image with which to start the slideshow. Press the MENU button. The [Q Playback] menu appears.
Page 103: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies Playing Back Movies You can play back the movies you have taken. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Sound is played back at the same time. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back.
Page 104: Viewing Still Pictures And Movies On A Tv
Viewing Still Pictures and Movies on a TV By using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on a TV or other equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. Open the terminal cover and connect the AV cable to the PC/AV terminal.
Page 105: Deleting
Deleting Deleting Single Images and Sound Files You can delete single images and sound files one at a time. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • You cannot delete protected images. (1p.106) Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image or sound file to delete.
Page 106 Deleting Voice Memos Only If an image has a voice memo, you can delete the voice memo without deleting the image. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image with a voice memo to delete. Press the i button.
Page 107: Deleting All Images
Deleting All Images You can delete all the images and sound files at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted. Press the i button twice in Playback mode. The Delete All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All].
Page 108: Protecting Images And Sound Files From Deletion (Protect)
Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images and sound files from being accidentally deleted. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image or sound file to protect. Press the Z button. The Protect screen appears.
Page 109 Protecting All Images and Sound Files You can protect all your images and sound files. Press the Z button twice in Playback mode. The Protect All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect all]. Press the OK button. All the images and sound files are protected.
Page 110: Editing And Printing Still Pictures
Editing and Printing Still Pictures Editing Still Pictures Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize) By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. You can use this function to continue taking pictures when the SD Memory Card is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available in the memory.
Page 111 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the number of recorded pixels. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Quality Level]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the quality. Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
Page 112: Trimming Images
Trimming Images You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Trimming]. Press the four-way controller (5). Images that can be trimmed appear.
Page 113: Editing Pictures With Digital Filters
Editing Pictures with Digital Filters The digital filters consist of eight color filters: B&W, Sepia, Red, Pink, Purple, Blue, Green and Yellow. The Digital Filter mode enables you to edit pictures using these filters. When the special filter effect has been created, the image appears on the LCD monitor and is saved.
Page 114 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. Press the OK button. The image is saved with the digital filter effect. 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 1 7 O v e r w r i t e O r i g i n a l O v e r w r i t e O r i g i n a l...
Page 115: Setting The Printing Service (Dpof)
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printer or photo processing lab. Printing Single Images Set the following items for each image. Copies : Choose the number of copies up to 99. Date : Specify whether you want the date inserted on the print or not.
Page 116 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose whether to insert the date or not. O (On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted. Press the OK button. The print settings are made accordingly. •...
Page 117: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Press the g button twice in Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose whether to insert the date or not.
Page 118: Direct Printing Using Pictbridge
Direct Printing Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer using the USB cable (I-USB17) supplied with the camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. Connect the camera to the printer and select the images you want to print and the number of copies. •...
Page 119: Printing Single Images
Printing Single Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print One] on the PictBridge menu. Press the OK button. The Print One screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to print. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies.
Page 120: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print All] on the PictBridge menu. Press the OK button. The Print All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. The number of copies you choose applies to all the images.
Page 121: Disconnecting The Camera From The Printer
Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer Disconnect the camera from the printer when you have finished printing. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. The camera automatically turns off when the USB cable is disconnected.
Page 122: Settings
Settings Camera Settings How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Formatting an SD Memory Card Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card is being formatted as this may damage the card and render it unusable. •...
Page 123: Changing The Sound Settings
S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Changing the Sound Settings...
Page 124: Changing The Date And Time
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Changing the Date and Time You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. Select [Date Adjust] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Page 125 S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Use the four-way controller (45) to select O(On) or...
Page 126: Changing The Display Language
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese. Select [Language/ Press the four-way controller (5).
Page 127: Changing The Background Color And Screen Effects
S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Changing the Background Color and Screen...
Page 128: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Monitor
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Select [Brightness Level] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The Brightness Level screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to adjust the brightness.
Page 129: Changing The Video Output Format
S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Changing the Video Output Format...
Page 130: Changing The Usb Connection Mode
• Do not connect the camera to the printer while [PC] or [PC-F] is selected for the USB Connection mode. • Refer to the “PC Guide - Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC” for instructions on connecting the camera to a computer.
Page 131: Setting Sleep Timeout
S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Setting Sleep Timeout...
Page 132: Registering A Function On The Ok Button
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Registering a Function on the OK Button You can register the display mode or digital filters for still pictures on the OK button. The default setting is the display mode. Select [OK Button] on the [B Set-up] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [DISP.], [FILT.] or [NON].
Page 133: Resetting To Default Settings (Reset)
S e t - u p F o r m a t S o u n d D a t e A d j u s t W o r l d T i m e D I S P L A Y MENU E x i t Resetting to Default Settings (Reset)
Page 134: Appendix
Appendix List of City Codes Refer to the following list of city codes when setting the World Time. Tokyo Guam Sydney Noumea Wellington Auckland Pagopago Honolulu Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Mexico City Chicago Miami Toronto New York Santiago Caracas Halifax...
Page 135: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Wide angle conversion lens L-WC17 (1p.63) AC adapter D-AC7 Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI7 ( Battery charger D-BC7 ( AC plug cord D-CO2 ( D-CO2A Australia D-CO2B United Kingdom D-CO2E Europe D-CO2H Hong Kong D-CO2J Japan...
Page 136: Using The Ac Adapter
Using the AC Adapter If you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC7 (optional) is recommended. Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover.
Page 137: Messages
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation. No image & sound There are no image/sound files on the SD Memory Card. Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved.
Page 138: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Camera will not Battery is not installed turn on Battery is installed incorrectly Battery power is low AA batteries have been inserted No image on Camera is connected to the LCD a PC by the USB cable monitor Camera is connected to a TV Image is displayed but is...
Page 139 Problem Cause Subject is not in Subject difficult to focus focus Subject is not in focusing area Subject is too close Focus mode is set on q or r Flash does not Flash is not open discharge Flash mode is set to Off Set to Auto or b. (p.68) •...
Page 140: Main Specifications
Main Specifications Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time (when using a 64MB SD Memory Card) Still Picture (approximate number of images) Recorded Pixels Best 2048 (2048×1536) 1600 (1600×1200) 1024 (1024×768)
Page 141 Playback Functions Single-frame, 9-frame index, enlargement (max. 12×), scroll, slideshow, movie playback, histogram display, rotating, digital filter Autofocus Type Focusing Range (from lens front) Focus Lock ∞ Manual Focus 0 cm – Exposure Mechanism AE Metering EV Compensation ±2 EV (can be set in 1/4 EV steps) Capture Modes Picture Modes Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Self-portrait, Surf&Snow, Sunset, Night Scene,...
Page 142: Warranty Policy
Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. 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.
Page 143 Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
Page 144 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE 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.
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Pentax Optio MX Operating Manual

This Operating Manual Contains the Following Chapters.

Getting Started

Quick Start

Common Operations

Taking Still Pictures

Taking Movies

Recording and Playback Sound

Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies

Editing and Printing Still Pictures

Settings

Appendix

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