Troubleshooting - Pentax K-x Operating Manual

Troubleshooting

In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static
electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting
them back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the
batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The
mirror will retract. After these procedures are done, if the camera operates
correctly, it does not require any repairs.
We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service
center.
Problem
Batteries are not
installed
The camera
Batteries are not
does not
installed properly
turn on
The battery power is
low
The lens aperture
ring is set to other
than the s position
The shutter
The built-in flash is
cannot be
charging
released
There is no available
space on the SD
Memory Card
Recording
The
Autofocus The subject is
does not difficult to focus on
work
Cause
Check if batteries are installed. If not, install
charged batteries.
Check the orientation of batteries.
Re-insert batteries according to the +-
symbols. (p.39)
Replace with charged batteries or use the
AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional). (p.42)
Set the lens aperture ring to the s position
(p.94) or select [Permitted] in [22. Using
Aperture Ring] of the [A Custom Setting 4]
menu. (p.284)
Wait until charging is finished.
Insert an SD Memory Card with available
space or delete unwanted images. (p.44,
p.75)
Wait until recording is finished.
Autofocus cannot focus well on subjects
that have low contrast (the sky, white walls,
etc.), dark colors, intricate designs, rapidly-
moving objects or scenery shot through a
window or a net-like pattern. Lock focus on
another object located at the same distance
as your subject, then aim at the target and
press the shutter release button fully.
Alternatively, use manual focus. (p.121)
Remedy
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