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- Page 1 Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
- Page 2 Regarding copyrights Images taken using the Optio S50 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.
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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 or 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 Caution • Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. • Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The battery could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this camera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
- Page 5 AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.
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Page 6: Care To Be Taken During Handling
Care to be Taken During Handling • Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during traveling). - Page 7 • 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. •...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ...1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...4 Contents ...6 Contents 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 Installing the Batteries ...14 Using the AC Adapter (optional)...16... - Page 9 Setting the Functions (Program Mode)...42 Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode) ...43 Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ...45 Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode)...46 Taking Portrait Pictures (Portrait Mode) ...46 Taking Movies (Movie Mode) ...47 Using the Zoom ...50 Using the Self-Timer...52 Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) ...53...
- Page 10 Playing Back Movies ...88 Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode ...89 Nine Image Display ...90 Slideshow ...91 Deleting...92 Deleting Individual Images or Sounds ...92 Deleting All Images...94 Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) ...95 Viewing Images on a TV ...97 Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) to View the Previous or the Next Image ...98 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)...99...
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Page 11: Contents Of The Operating Manual
Contents of the Operating Manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 2 Quick Start ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––... -
Page 12: Checking The Contents Of The Package
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio S50 AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. Operating Manual (this manual) Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. -
Page 13: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Front Back Shutter release button Remote control receiver Self-timer lamp Power switch Flash Speaker Viewfinder Microphone Lens Terminal cover PC/AV terminal DC input terminal Viewfinder Focus status lamp (green) Mode dial Flash status lamp (red) Strap lug Card cover Battery cover LCD monitor... -
Page 14: Names Of Operating Parts
Names of Operating Parts 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 i button Power switch Shutter release button... -
Page 15: Getting Started
Getting Started Attaching the Strap 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 (when using AA batteries) Installing the Batteries Insert the batteries in the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries or one CR-V3 battery. Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow flip the cover open Insert the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indicators on the battery chamber. -
Page 17: Battery Level Indicator
AA alkaline batteries • The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting conditions. -
Page 18: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)
DC terminal Using the AC Adapter (optional) If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 is recommended. Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover. -
Page 19: Installing The Sd Memory Card
Installing the SD Memory Card This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted ( monitor) or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted ( the LCD monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. - 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.
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Page 21: Recorded Pixels And Quality
Recorded Pixels and Quality Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality 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. Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level on the [A Rec. - Page 22 • The above table indicates the approx. number of images when using the built- in memory (approx.11MB). • The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture mode, SD Memory Card, etc. High quality: for large prints or editing images...
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Page 23: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The camera turns on. The lens cover opens and the lens extends when the camera is turned Press the power switch again. The camera turns off. Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode 1p.59 Taking Pictures 1p.40 Playback Only Mode... -
Page 24: Voice Recording Only Mode
• To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, press the power switch to turn the camera off, then press it again to turn it on. • In the Playback Only mode, • In the Capture mode, pressing and holding the Playback button for two seconds or more switches the mode to the Playback mode, and the lens is retracted. -
Page 25: 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 1p.23, 24 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the Date and Time”... -
Page 26: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date and time display style. Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 appear above and below [24H]. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [24H] (24-hour display) or [12H] (12-hour display). - Page 27 Repeat Step 7 to change the [year], [hour] and [minutes]. Choose AM or PM if you selected [12h] in Step 3. Press the OK button when you have finished the settings. The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time using the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen.
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Page 28: Quick Start
Shutter release button Power switch Viewfinder LCD monitor The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions. Press the power switch. The camera turns on. Set the mode dial to R. Check the image on the LCD monitor. -
Page 29: Instant Review
Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows. 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 30: Playing Back Still Pictures
Playing Back Still Pictures Q Playback button LCD monitor Four-way controller Playing Back Images You can display the still picture you have just taken. Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The mode changes to the Playback mode and the image appears on the LCD monitor. -
Page 31: Rotating The Displayed Image
Rotating the Displayed Image Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. Press the four-way controller (3). The image is rotated 90° clockwise each time the button is pressed. • Only still images taken with this camera can be rotated. •... -
Page 32: Common Operations
Common Operations Using the Button Functions Capture Mode Q Playback button Switches to the Playback mode. Press it and hold it down to retract the lens. (1p.28) Zoom button You can change the shooting area by pressing the Zoom button. (1p.26) 0 button Displays the Help screen in - mode. -
Page 33: Playback Mode
Playback Mode i button Deletes the image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.92) Q Playback button Switches to the Capture mode. ( Zoom/f/y button Press f during normal playback to display nine images at once. Press Zoom/f/y during zoom playback to change the size of the Zoom Display image displayed on the LCD monitor. -
Page 34: Voice Recording Mode
Voice Recording Mode Shutter release button When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. (1p.80) Q Playback button Switches to the Playback mode. When pressed again, returns to Voice Recording mode. Four-way controller (in Playback mode) Starts playback. When pressed again, pauses playback. (1p.81) ) Selects a file. -
Page 35: Using The Menus
Using the Menus When you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. 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 36: Example Of Menu Operation
Example of Menu Operation MENU button R e c . M o d e 2560 R e c o r d e d P i x e l s Q u a l i t y L e v e l W h i t e B a l a n c e M u l t i F o c u s i n g A r e a... - Page 37 [Q Playback] Menu Playback P r o t e c t D P O F S l i d e s h o w 3sec R e s i z e C o p y i m a g e / s o u n d D i g i t a l F i l t e r E x i t E x i t...
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Page 38: Enlarging A Menu Display
Enlarging a Menu Display Pressing the zoom button (x) while a menu is displayed enlarges the menu. Press w to return to the original display. Example of Menu Operation R e c . M o d e R e c o r d e d P i x e l s 2560 Q u a l i t y L e v e l W h i t e B a l a n c e... -
Page 39: Menu List
Menu List [A Rec. Mode] Menu Yes ... Adjustable ... Any changes made are invalid in d, H and = modes. No ... Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the menu, but any changes you make are invalid in actual operation. Item Description For selecting the... - Page 40 [Q Playback] Menu Item Protect For protecting images from deletion DPOF For setting the printing service to print out images Slideshow For playing back recorded images successively Resize For changing the size of images For copying files from the built-in memory to the SD Copy image/sound Memory Card and vice versa For creating a filter effect using color filters (red, blue,...
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Page 42: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Setting the Shooting Functions Letting the Camera Set the Functions (Auto Select Mode) - (Auto Select) mode is the simplest way to take pictures without having to set any functions. The camera automatically chooses the optimal settings for the shooting scene when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. -
Page 43: Using The Help Function
Using the Help Function You can display the Help screen while taking or viewing pictures in Auto Select mode. The Help screen describes the function of each button, such as the four-way controller keys and zoom button. Set the mode dial to -. Press the 0 button. -
Page 44: Setting The Functions (Program Mode)
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 45: 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. Flower (default setting) Lets you take brightly colored flower pictures. Self-portrait Surf Snow... - Page 46 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the Picture mode. Press the OK button. The Picture mode is selected. Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken.
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Page 47: Taking Pictures Of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode)
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings. The shutter speed is slower when taking pictures of dark scenes. To prevent camera shake, secure the camera on a tripod or other surface. Set the mode dial to .. -
Page 48: Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode)
Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode) This mode lets you take landscape views using the optimal settings. Set the mode dial to H. Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. Press the shutter release button fully. -
Page 49: Taking Movies (Movie Mode)
Taking Movies (Movie Mode) This mode lets you take movies. Sound can be recorded at the same time. Set the mode dial to C. The following information appears on the LCD monitor. 1 Flash Off icon 2 Movie mode icon 3 Card/Built-in memory 4 Recordable time Press the shutter release button. - Page 50 Keeping the Shutter Release Button Pressed Recording starts when you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second. Pictures will be taken for as long as you keep the button pressed. Recording stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button.
- Page 51 • Sound will not be recorded in Marine Movie mode. • The optical zoom is not available during shooting in Marine Movie mode. Only the digital zoom can be used during shooting. • The flash will not discharge in Marine Movie mode. •...
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Page 52: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to change the shooting area. Press the Zoom/w/x button in Capture mode. x (Tele) : enlarges the subject. w (Wide) : enlarges the area captured by the camera. The digital zoom function is turned on in initial settings. - Page 53 Disabling the Digital Zoom Function Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Zoom]. Use the four-way controller (45) to select P(Off). Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take pictures. The digital zoom is disabled when you turn the LCD monitor off, even if the digital zoom function is set to On.
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Page 54: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode to display g or r on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. Press the shutter release button fully. -
Page 55: Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode to display j on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. Press the shutter release button fully. -
Page 56: Using The Remote Control Unit (Optional)
Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) You can switch the Drive mode to Remote Control mode and take pictures using the remote control unit for Pentax cameras (optional). The remote control receiver is on the front of the camera. Operate the remote control unit toward the camera lens. -
Page 57: Taking Pictures With Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode)
Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately 30,000 times. Contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center if the battery needs changing. (A charge is made for changing the battery.) -
Page 58: Taking Two-In-One Pictures (Two-In-One Mode)
Taking Two-in-One Pictures (Two-in-One Mode) You can take two images in succession and place them side by side to form a single picture. The first image is positioned in the left half of the picture and the second image in the right half. Set the mode dial to +. -
Page 59: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode) You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The software (ACDSee for PENTAX) on the CD-ROM (S-SW26) provided with the camera and a computer are necessary for joining the images. - Page 60 To cancel Panorama Assist mode, 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 “Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC” for instructions on creating panorama pictures.
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Page 61: Setting The Shooting Functions
Setting the Shooting Functions Changing the Mode Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images. Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode • To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the Q Playback button. -
Page 62: Displaying Shooting Information In Capture Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the DISPLAY button. Display On Shooting information is displayed when the power is turned on. 1 Flash mode 3 Focus mode 5 Focus frame 6 Card/Built-in memory 7 Remaining number of recordable images 8 Date and time 9 Battery level indicator... -
Page 63: Selecting The Focus Mode
Selecting the Focus Mode Focus mode Autofocus mode icon) Macro mode Super Macro mode Infinity-Landscape mode Manual Focus mode Adjust the focus manually with the four-way controller. Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode. The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon appears on the LCD monitor. -
Page 64: Manual Focus
Manual Focus When the mode is set to picture is enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus adjustment. Pressing the four-way controller (23) displays the indicator on the LCD monitor. Use the indicator as a guide while adjusting the focus with the four-way controller (23). -
Page 65: 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 • The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to C or X, the Drive mode is set to Continuous Shooting or the Focus mode is set to H. •... -
Page 66: Selecting The Recorded Pixels
Selecting the Recorded Pixels You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2560×1920], [2304×1728], [2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The data volume also varies depending on the quality level setting (1p.65). Recorded Pixels 2560 ×1920 2304 ×1728... -
Page 67: Selecting The Quality Level
Selecting the Quality Level You can choose the image compression rate. The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The data volume also varies depending on the recorded pixels setting (1p.64). Quality Levels Best Better Good Press the MENU button in Capture mode. -
Page 68: Selecting The Image Quality
Selecting the Image Quality You can set the recorded pixels and quality together in Auto Select Mode. The combination of recorded pixels and quality for each setting is shown below. Image Quality Setting Recorded Pixels Superior 2560×1920 Super 2560×1920 Normal 2048×1536 Economy 640×480... -
Page 69: 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 Auto Daylight Shade Tungsten Light Fluorescent Light Manual Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. - Page 70 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 frame of the LCD monitor. Press the OK button. The white balance is automatically adjusted.
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Page 71: Changing The Focusing Area
Changing the Focusing Area You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area). Focusing Area Normal range Multi The autofocus range becomes smaller. Spot Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area]. -
Page 72: 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 73: Setting The Sensitivity
Setting the Sensitivity You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. Sensitivity 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 74: Setting The Frame Rate
Setting the Frame Rate You can choose 30 fps (frames per second) or 15 fps for the frame rate. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Frame Rate]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the frame rate. -
Page 75: Setting The Instant Review Time (Instant Review)
Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5 sec., 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 76: 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 77: 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 78: 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 79: 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 MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [EV Compensation]. -
Page 80: Saving The Settings
Saving the Settings Saving the Menu Items (Memory) You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the camera is turned off. If you select O (On), the settings will be saved in the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select P (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off. - Page 81 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] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).
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Page 82: Recording And Playback
Recording and Playback Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) You can record sound. The recordable time appears on the LCD monitor according to how much space is available on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory. Microphone Set the mode dial to The recordable time appears on the LCD monitor. -
Page 83: Playing Back Sound
Playing Back Sound You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode. Press the Q Playback button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the recording to play back. Press the four-way controller (2). Playback starts. • The following operations can be performed during playback. -
Page 84: Adding Sound (Voice Memo) To Images
Adding Sound (Voice Memo) to Images You can add sound (voice memo) to a captured image. Recording a Voice Memo Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image 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 85 Setting the Voice Memo Recording Function You can set the camera not to record voice memos while playing back still images to prevent any voice memo from being recorded. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Record Voice Memo].
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Page 86: Playing Back A Voice Memo
Playing Back a Voice Memo Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image with the voice memo that you want to play back. If U appears, a voice memo has been recorded for the displayed image. Press the four-way controller (2). - Page 87 Memo...
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Page 88: Playback/Deleting/Editing
Playback/Deleting/Editing Playing Back Images Playing Back Still Pictures Press the Q Playback button. Refer to “Playing Back Images” (p.28) for instructions. 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 the image to magnify. - Page 89 Setting the Quick Zoom Function You can display the image at maximum magnification simply by pressing the Zoom/f/y button 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].
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Page 90: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies You can play back movies. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode at the same time. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie to play back. -
Page 91: 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 DISPLAY button changes the display mode. Display On Shooting information is displayed. 1 Protect icon 3 Folder name and file name 4 Card/Built-in memory icon 5 Four-way controller operation guide 6 Shooting date and time... -
Page 92: Nine Image Display
Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image. Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y button. Nine images appear. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an image. -
Page 93: Slideshow
Slideshow You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card or in the built- in memory continuously. 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. -
Page 94: Deleting
Deleting Deleting Individual Images or Sounds You can delete images and sound recordings one at a time. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • You cannot display the Delete screen from protected images. (1p.95) Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image or sound to delete. - Page 95 Deleting a Voice Memo 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.
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Page 96: Deleting All Images
Deleting All Images You can delete all the images and sounds at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images and sounds cannot be deleted. Press the i button twice in Playback mode. The Delete All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [All data deleted]. -
Page 97: Protecting Images And Sounds From Deletion (Protect)
Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images and sounds from being accidentally deleted. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Protect screen appears. - Page 98 Protecting All Images and Sounds You can protect all the images and sounds. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Protect screen appears. Press the DISPLAY button.
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Page 99: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images 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 100: Using The Remote Control Unit (Optional) To View The Previous Or The Next Image
Remote control receiver Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) to View the Previous or the Next Image You can use the remote control unit to view the next image or the previous image while watching the images on a TV. Press the shutter release button on the remote control unit. -
Page 101: Setting The Printing Service (Dpof)
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) You can print the images on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printer or at a printing service. Printing Single Images Set the following items for each image. Copies: Choose the number of copies up to a maximum of 99. - Page 102 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies, then 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. O(On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted.
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Page 103: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF]. Press the four-way controller (5). The DPOF screen appears. Press the DISPLAY button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies. -
Page 104: Direct Printing Using Pictbridge
Direct Printing Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB7) supplied with the camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. Select the images you want to print and the number of copies on the camera after it has been connected to the printer. -
Page 105: Printing Single Images
Printing Single Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print One]. Press the OK button. The Print One screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to print. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. -
Page 106: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print All]. 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 107: Disconnecting The Camera From The Printer
Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer Disconnect the camera from the printer when you have finished printing. Turn the camera off. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. -
Page 108: Editing Images
Editing Images Changing the Image Size and Quality 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 or the built-in memory is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available in the memory. - Page 109 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the 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].
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Page 110: Editing Pictures With Digital Filters
Editing Pictures with Digital Filters The digital filters consist of eight color filters (black-and-white, sepia, red, green, blue, black-and-white + red, black-and-white + green, black-and- white + blue), a soft filter, five illustration filters and two special effect filters. The Digital Filter mode enables you to edit pictures using these filters. - Page 111 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a digital filter. The filter effect is created and the image appears on the LCD monitor. The example shows an image with illustration filter 1 effect. Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
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Page 112: Copying Files
Copying Files You can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can only be selected when a card has been inserted in the camera. When files are copied from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card, all the files are copied at once. - Page 113 To Copy Files from the Built-in Memory to the SD Memory Card Use the four-way controller (23) to select [ OK button. All the files are copied to the SD Memory Card. To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory Use the four-way controller (23) to select [ and press the OK button.
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Page 114: Settings
Settings Camera Settings How to call the [B Set-up] menu Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card if you are using a card, and all the data in the built-in memory if there is no card inserted. -
Page 115: Changing The Sound Settings
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Page 116: Changing The Date And Time
How to call 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 117 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 S c r e e n S e t t i n g E x i t E x i t E x i t...
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Page 118: Changing The Start-Up Screen, Background Color And Screen Effects
How to call the [B Set-up] menu Changing the Start-up Screen, Background Color and Screen Effects Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The Screen Setting screen appears. Changing the Start-up Screen You can display an image recorded with the camera as the welcome screen when the camera is turned on. - Page 119 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 S c r e e n S e t t i n g E x i t E x i t E x i t...
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Page 120: Changing The Display Language
How to call 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/ Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the language. -
Page 121: Changing The Video Output Format
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Page 122: Changing The Usb Connection Mode
Do not connect the camera to your PC while [PictBridge] is selected for the USB connection mode. Refer to “Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC” for instructions on connecting the camera to a printer or computer. R e c . M o d e... -
Page 123: Setting Auto Power Off
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Page 124: Registering Functions
How to call the [B Set-up] menu Registering Functions You can choose the functions you use most frequently from those listed in the [A Rec. Mode] menu and register them on the four-way controller. The functions can then be retrieved in Capture mode by pressing the 0 button to display the Function Mode screen, enabling you to change the setting using the four-way controller. - 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 S c r e e n S e t t i n g MENU E x i t E x i t...
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Page 126: 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 Pago Pago Honolulu Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Mexico City Chicago Miami Toronto New York Santiago Caracas... -
Page 127: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. AC adapter D-AC5 USB cable I-USB7 (∗) AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) Camera case O-CC16 Strap O-ST20 (∗)/Strap O-ST24/Strap O-ST8 Remote control unit E Remote control unit F Waterproof case O-WP4 Products marked with an asterisk (∗) are the same as those supplied with the camera. -
Page 128: Messages
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation. Compression error No image & sound Memory card full. Built-in memory full. Memory card error Card not formatted Card locked Data being recorded Camera cannot replay this image/sound Deleting Battery depleted. - Page 129 Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function. No paper in a printer There is no paper in the printer. No ink in a printer There is no ink in the printer. Printer error An error message has been sent from the printer.
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Page 130: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Camera will not Batteries are not turn on installed Batteries are installed incorrectly Battery power is low No image on LCD monitor is set to the LCD monitor Camera is connected to a PC by the USB cable Camera is connected to a TV Image is displayed but is... - Page 131 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 (Macro) or r (Super Macro) Flash does not Flash mode is set to Off Set to Auto or b. (p.63) discharge The Capture mode is set to C or J in d mode,...
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Page 132: Main Specifications
Main Specifications Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Image Storage Capacity (when using the built-in memory (11MB)) Quality Level Recorded Pixels 2560×1920 Approx. 3 2304×1728 Approx. 4 2048×1536 Approx. 5 1600×1200 Approx. 8 1024×7680 Approx. - Page 133 Playback Functions Single-frame, 9-frame index, movie playback, still image playback (with voice memo or zoom playback), rotating (only still images) Slideshow playback, resizing, protect, digital filter and copy (built-in memory media) functions are on the menu. Digital filter (black-and-white, sepia, red, green, blue, black-and-white + red, black-and-white + green, black-and-white + blue, soft, illustration 1, illustration 2, illustration 3, illustration 4, illustration 5, special effect 1, special effect 2.) Focusing System...
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Page 134: 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 135 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 136 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.
- Page 137 According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals Pentax Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
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