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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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ..................i About this Manual ................... i Regarding Copyrights ..................... i Trademark Recognition ....................i To users of this camera ....................ii Regarding Product Registration ..................ii USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ..................ii About the Camera ......................iii Warning ........................iii Caution ........................iii About the AC Adapter ....................iv Caution .........................iv Care to be Taken During Handling .................iv... - Page 4 Camera Setup ................15 Attaching the Wrist Strap ..............15 Inserting the Battery ................15 Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card ..........16 Charging the Battery ................16 Turning On .................... 17 First Time Use ..................17 Getting Started ................18 Taking Photos ..................18 Anti-shake Function .....................
- Page 5 ISO Speed ........................28 AE Metering ......................... 28 Color ..........................29 Sharpness ........................29 Saturation ........................29 Contrast ........................29 Setup ..........................30 Video Capture Menu ................30 Video Resolution ......................30 White Balance ......................30 Color ..........................30 Saturation ........................30 Contrast ........................
- Page 6 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC ..........42 Camera Settings ..............43 The Setup Menu ................... 43 LCD Brightness ......................43 File Number ........................43 Digital Zoom ......................... 43 Quick View ........................44 Continuous AF ......................44 Camera Sound ......................44 Auto LCD Off ........................ 44 Auto Power Off ......................
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Page 7: Preface
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera capabilities. -
Page 8: To Users Of This Camera
Regarding Product Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM (S-SW95) supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. -
Page 9: About The 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 unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock. •... -
Page 10: About The Ac Adapter
Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. •... - Page 11 Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.
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Page 12: Introduction
1 Introduction Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only. System Requirements In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements: •... -
Page 13: Camera Views
Introduction 2 Camera Views Front View Wrist strap loop Flash Self-timer LED Zoom lens Microphone Back View Zoom button LCD screen Playback button Menu button 4-way navigation buttons OK button Scene button Camera Views... -
Page 14: Top View / Bottom View
3 Introduction Top View / Bottom View Zoom lens Shutter button 3X OPTICAL ZOOM ON / OFF Tripod mount Power button Left / Right View Wrist strap loop Speaker Battery/SD card compartment USB/AV port DC-in port Camera Views... -
Page 15: Led Indicators
Introduction 4 LED Indicators LED Status Camera Status Power/Flash LED Power Off. Blue (steady) Ready to take picture. Blue (blinking) Camera busy Self-timer LED Self-timer off. Red (blinking) (10 sec) Timer count down, flash after 10 seconds. Red (blinking) (2 sec) Timer count down, flash after 2 seconds. - Page 16 5 Introduction 4. In Playback mode: • Press to start and pause the video playback • Press to play and pause the audio playback • Press to stop the voice memo playback 5. In USB mode: • MSDC: N/A 1. Move up in the OSD menus 2.
- Page 17 Introduction 6 • Press to fast forward video playback during Pause mode 5. In USB mode: • MSDC: N/A 1. Move down in the OSD menus 2. In Capture mode: • Press to enable the following functions: full icon, full icon with histogram, face detection, smile detection, and simple display (hide all icons except the mode icon).
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Page 18: The Scene Button
7 Introduction 1. Move left in the OSD menus 2. Go up to the previous level in the OSD menus 3. In Capture mode: • Press to enable Macro mode. Macro icon displays on the LCD screen • Press to pan left in AF area selection 4. - Page 19 Introduction 8 Portrait Scroll to Portrait mode. Night Portrait Scroll to Night Portrait mode. Museum Scroll to Museum mode. Snow Scroll to Snow mode. Sunset Scroll to Sunset mode. Fireworks Scroll to Fireworks mode. Beach Scroll to Beach mode. Party Scroll to Party mode.
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Page 20: Function Buttons
9 Introduction Function Buttons Icon Button Function MENU Menu Press to display the Menu options Playback Press to review photo/video/audio clips saved in the internal memory or on the memory card Zoom in In Capture mode: • Press to zoom in on the subject to be taken In Playback mode: •... -
Page 21: Capture/Video Mode Display
Introduction 10 Capture/Video Mode Display Capture Mode Video Mode 9999 9999 9999 00:00:00 00:00:00 00:00:00 1/125 1/125 1/125 F5.5 F5.5 F5.5 -1.0EV -1.0EV -1.0EV Name Scene Icon Scene indicator Auto P-Mode Av (Aperture Priority) Tv (Shutter Priority) Sport Landscape Night Landscape Portrait Night Portrait Museum... - Page 22 11 Introduction Party Foliage Aquarium Kids & Pets Copy Backlight Audio Video Image Resolution 8.9M 3:2 2.1M 16:9 Best Better Image Quality Good Auto Flash Flash Off Flash Fill Flash Red-eye Reduction Camera Buttons...
- Page 23 Introduction 12 10 Seconds Self Timer 2 Seconds Self-timer/ Burst mode Burst Mode M-Burst Macro indicator Macro Mode Capture Mode Quantity 9999 Image Counter Video Mode Time 00:00:00 SD Card Memory Interface Internal Memory Date Stamp Anti-shake Zoom Bar EV Compensation -2.0EV ~ +2.0EV Aperture Value Shutter Speed...
- Page 24 13 Introduction Auto ISO 80 ISO 100 ISO Speed ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 Multi-Zone Focus Zone Center Selected Area Continuous AF High Normal Sharpness High Contrast Normal High Saturation Normal Camera Buttons...
- Page 25 Introduction 14 Auto Sunny White Balance Tungsten Fluorescent Cloudy Matrix AE Metering Center Weighted Spot Camera Steady Warning Camera Buttons...
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Page 26: Camera Setup
15 Camera Setup Camera Setup Attaching the Wrist Strap Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy carrying: 1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet. 2. String the larger loop of the strap through the short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera. -
Page 27: Inserting An Sd/Sdhc Memory Card
Camera Setup 16 Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card The camera features 10 MB internal flash memory but you may also use an optional SD/SDHC memory card for additional storage. Follow these instructions to insert the SD/SDHC card. 1. Open the battery compartment on the left of the camera. -
Page 28: Turning On
17 Camera Setup Turning On Press and hold the Power button to turn on the camera. To turn off the camera, press the Power button again. First Time Use Press the Power button as described above, a welcome screen displays momentarily on the LCD screen. If the camera is turned on for the first time, the Language menu pops up automatically after powering on the camera. -
Page 29: Getting Started
Getting Started 18 Getting Started Now that you are familiar with the layout of your camera, you are ready to start taking photos, movies or recording sounds. Taking Photos Taking a photo with the camera is very simple. Turn the camera on and press the SCENE button to access the Auto mode. -
Page 30: Using Macro Mode
19 Getting Started Using Macro Mode Macro mode is designed for close-up photography and can capture all detail even when your subject is very close to the camera. Press the Left/Macro navigation button. The Macro icon displays on the LCD screen. Note: The camera supports seamless AF in Auto/ P-Mode/Av/ Tv/ Foliage with which a greater focus range is achieved without selecting the focus mode manually. -
Page 31: Using The Self-Timer And Burst Photography
Getting Started 20 Press the right side of the Zoom button T to zoom in on your subject. Press the left side of the Zoom button W to zoom out from your subject. Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography The camera comes equipped with a self-timer which allows you to take photos after a pre-defined delay. The burst photography feature allows you to take multiple consecutive photos by pressing and holding the Shutter button. -
Page 32: Using The Av Mode
21 Getting Started Using the Av Mode Aperture priority mode allows you to manually select the aperture and the 9999 9999 9999 camera automatically decides adequate exposure time. Use large aperture to get images with soft background, small aperture to get images with clear depth of field (DOF). -
Page 33: Using The Aeb (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function
Getting Started 22 Press the SCENE button and select Tv mode,press OK button to 9999 9999 9999 confirm. The Tv icon displays on the LCD screen. Press the OK button to enter shutter speed selection mode. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the shutter speed in the following steps: 2, 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/ 125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, and 1/2000 seconds. -
Page 34: Face And Smile Detection Af/Ae Function
23 Getting Started Use the Left/Right/Up/Down navigation buttons to scroll through the modes. • Auto • Sunset • Fireworks • P-Mode • Aperture Priority • Beach • Shutter Priority • Party • Sport • Foliage • Aquarium • Landscape • Night Landscape •... -
Page 35: Recording Videos
Getting Started 24 Shutter button all the way to take pictures with detected face. When a detected face smiles, the shutter automatically fires. However, when the camera fails to detect your subject’s face, a white focus frame will be displayed according to the selected focus mode. -
Page 36: Recording Voice Memos
25 Getting Started Recording Voice Memos The voice memo should be activated (ON) on the VOICE MEMO submenu of SETUP menu at first. In Capture mode: You can add a 1-minute voice memo to an image right after it's taken. Hold the Shutter button to start recording and release the Shutter button to stop recording. -
Page 37: Capture Settings
Capture Settings 26 Capture Settings This section describes the various settings you can modify to get better results when taking photos and video clips. The Capture Menu To access the Capture menu: 1. Press the SCENE button. Use the 4-way navigation buttons to select the capture mode you need. Enter 2. -
Page 38: Image Quality
27 Capture Settings Image Quality The Image Quality setting refers to the compression ratio of the JPG. The higher image quality, more memory space is required. Use the Up/ BEST Down navigation buttons to select from the options. Three settings for BETTER image quality are available: GOOD... -
Page 39: M-Burst Interval
Capture Settings 28 M-Burst Interval The M-Burst Interval setting allows you to adjust the burst interval when 1/30 SEC 1/15 SEC the multi-burst function is enabled. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons 1/7.5 SEC to select from the options. Three settings for M-Burst Interval are avaliable: •... -
Page 40: Color
29 Capture Settings • CENTER WEIGHTED: The metering puts more emphasis on the center of the image while still looking at the entire scene. • SPOT: Camera metering is set for the brightness of a single object in the center of the frame. Color VIVID The Color setting allows you to take photos and apply different colors or... -
Page 41: Setup
Capture Settings 30 Setup See “The Setup Menu” on page 43 for more details on the setup menu options. Video Capture Menu To access the video menu: Video 1. Press the SCENE button and scroll to Video mode and press the OK button to enable the Video function. -
Page 42: Setup
31 Capture Settings Setup See “The Setup Menu” on page 43 for more details on the setup menu options. Note: The displayed options in the Capture Menu may vary according to the mode selected. Video Capture Menu... -
Page 43: Photo, Video & Audio Playback
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 32 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Playback Mode Display Press the Down/Screen navigation button at Playback mode. Photo Playback 1/140 1/140 1/140 F2.9 1/125 -1.0EV IMGP0123.JPG IMGP0123.JPG 2008/01/01 2008/04/01 2009/04/01 00:00:00 00:00:00 00:00:00 Video Playback 00:00:37 00:00:37 00:00:37... - Page 44 33 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Name Icon Playback mode Image resolution Photo mode: Video mode: 640 (640x480), 320 (320x240) Protect Sharpness Flash mode Photo mode: Video mode: 00:00:00 (Length of the video clip.) Color mode File x of y number of files SD card / Internal memory Histogram File Name...
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Page 45: Viewing Photos / Videos On The Lcd Screen
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 34 Mode icons Please see “Capture/Video Mode Display” on page 10 for detailed information. ISO Speed Contrast White balance Saturation AE Metering EV Compensation +2.0EV ~ -2.0EV Shutter speed 1/2000 sec. ~ 2 sec. Aperture value Image quality Viewing Photos / Videos on the LCD Screen To view your photos and video files on the LCD screen:... -
Page 46: Viewing M-Burst Photos
35 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Viewing M-Burst Photos To view your multi-burst photos on the LCD screen: 1. Press the Playback button . The most recent photo or video clip is displayed. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through photos. 3. -
Page 47: Zooming In/Out During Playback
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 36 2. Connect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable to the USB/AV port on Video Audio the camera. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the TV’s AV input sockets. 4. The LCD screen turns black and all images and video clips are displayed on the TV screen. -
Page 48: Using The Playback Menu
37 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Using the Playback Menu Access the playback menu to view further information, configure printing 1/140 1/140 1/140 settings, view a slideshow, or delete photos or movies. THIS IMAGE To access the playback menu: ALL IMAGES EXIT 1. -
Page 49: Slideshow
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 38 Slideshow The Slideshow function allows you to view all stored photos in a 1/140 1/140 1/140 continuous sequence. START To view a slideshow: INTERVAL 5 SEC 1. Press the MENU button to select SLIDESHOW from the menu, LOOP then press the OK button to enter the Slideshow function. -
Page 50: Rotate
39 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Rotate The Rotate function allows you to change the orientation of a saved photo. To rotate an image: 1. Press the MENU button to select ROTATE from the menu. Press the OK button to enter. 2. -
Page 51: Move
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 40 Move The Move function allows you to move images stored in internal memory to a memory card. THIS IMAGE To move an image: ALL IMAGES EXIT 1. Press the MENU button to select MOVE from the menu. 2. - Page 52 41 Photo, Video & Audio Playback 5. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to select from the following options: • Select to review the trimmed video clip. NEW FILE OVERWRITE • Select to save the trimmed video clip as a new file or EXIT overwrite the original video.
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Page 53: Transferring Photos/Videos To Your Pc
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 42 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC To transfer photos and videos to your PC, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation: Connect the camera’s port to a free USB port on your PC using the USB cable. The camera’s internal memory and/or SD/SDHC card appear as removable drives in the file manager. -
Page 54: Camera Settings
43 Camera Settings Camera Settings The Setup Menu The setup menu, available in capture and playback modes, allows you to Enter configure the camera’s general settings according to your preferences. To access the setup menu: Press OK to enter Press the MENU button when in Playback or any of the capture modes. -
Page 55: Quick View
Camera Settings 44 Quick View The Quick View setting allows you to view the photo that you have just taken. Once you have taken your photo, it displays on the LCD screen. If you are not satisfied with the result, you can press the button to delete the QUICK VIEW photo immediately. -
Page 56: Auto Power Off
45 Camera Settings Auto Power Off 5 MIN The Auto Power Off setting allows you to adjust the length of time after 2 MIN which the camera will power down when inactive. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the menu options. Two options are available: AUTO POWER OFF •... -
Page 57: Language
Camera Settings 46 Language ENGLISH The Language setting allows you to choose which language the OSD menu DEUTSCH uses. Scroll down the list and select your language. Press the OK button to ç FRAN confirm. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the menu ITALIANO options. -
Page 58: Reset
47 Camera Settings Reset The Reset setting allows you to reset the camera to the original factory default settings except date&time, language, and video out format. This Reset to camera means all modifications you have made to the camera settings will be default setting? cleared. -
Page 59: Specifications
Specifications 48 Specifications General Resolution / Image Type Approx. 10.1 M Pixels / 1/2.33 CCD 2.7”TFT, 230,000 Pixels Dimensions Approx. 93(W) x 58(H) x 23.5(D)mm Exterior Casing Plastic housing + Chromed plastic center frame Optics Aperture Wide: F2.9, Tele: F5.2 Optical Zoom Up to 3x Digital Zoom... - Page 60 49 Specifications Image Image File Formats Still Image: JPEG (Exif2.2) Resolution Image Quality Mode Still Image: 3648×2736, 3648x2442, 3264x2448, 2576x1932, 2048x1536, 1920x1080, 1600x1200, 640x480 Movie Mode: 640x480@30fps, 320x240@30fps Quality Levels Best, Better, Good Capture DPOF Version 1.1 Features Erase Protection Exposure Compensation Selectable +/-2.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps Sharpness...
- Page 61 Specifications 50 Power Battery D-LI95 Lithium-ion Battery Life CIPA 200 images Connectivity Camera Interface USB 2.0 (high speed) Host Platform Windows 2000/XP/Vista Standards Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C Language English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Turkish, Japanese, Dutch, Czech, Polish, Hungarian, Romanian, Slovakian, Greek, Bulgarian, Danish...
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Page 62: Troubleshooting
51 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Action Camera does not turn on • The battery may be exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. • The battery is installed incorrectly. Reinsert the battery observing the correct polarity. Camera turns off automatically Press the Power button again to turn on the camera. LCD turns off automatically Press any button to turn on the LCD when AUTO LCD Off setting(30 SEC or 1 MIN) is activated. - Page 63 Troubleshooting 52 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.