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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 The illustrations used in this manual are those of Optio WG-2 GPS. Regarding copyrights Images taken using the PENTAX Digital Camera 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 cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display.

  • Page 3: Using Your Camera Safely

    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 supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to “Product Registration on the Internet” (p.201) for more information.

  • Page 4: About The Camera

    • If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.

  • Page 5: About The Battery Charger And The Ac Adapter

    PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.

  • Page 6: About The Battery

    About the Battery Warning • Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in their mouths may cause an electric shock. • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, it may cause a loss of sight.

  • Page 7: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks, or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked. • The temperature range in which the camera can be used is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F).

  • Page 8: Cleaning Your Camera

    • 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 9 • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from Write-protect being deleted, and the card from being switch formatted by the camera or a computer. r appears on the display when the card is write-protected.

  • Page 10: Regarding Waterproof, Dustproof, And Shockproof Design

    • This camera is provided with a waterproof/dustproof design complying with JIS waterproof grade 8 and JIS dustproof grade 6 (equivalent to IP68). • The camera satisfies the PENTAX drop test (1.5 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock testing.

  • Page 11: Precautions When Using The Camera In The Water

    If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked. • Avoid getting sunscreen or sun oil on the camera as it may cause discoloration of the surface.

  • Page 12: Precautions After Using The Camera In The Water

    • To maintain the waterproof performance of the camera, you are recommended to change the waterproof packing once a year. Contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center regarding changing the packing. (A charge will be made.)

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using Your Camera Safely ..............1 Care to be Taken During Handling ............5 Regarding Waterproof, Dustproof, and Shockproof Design....8 Precautions Before Using the Camera in the Water........ 8 Precautions When Using the Camera in the Water......... 9 Precautions After Using the Camera in the Water.........
  • Page 14 Taking Pictures Taking Still Pictures ................... 60 Taking Pictures..................60 Using the Zoom ..................63 Setting the Shooting Mode ..............65 Using the Face Detection Function ............69 Taking Pictures in Basic Mode (Green Mode)........73 Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ..........74 Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) .............
  • Page 15 Recording Movies ..................113 Recording Movies................113 Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies ..................115 Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function....116 Recording a Movie from Pictures Taken at a Set Interval (Interval Movie) ................116 Using the High Speed Movie Function ..........
  • Page 16 Recording and Playing Back Sound Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) ........... 168 Setting Voice Recording ..............168 Recording Sounds................169 Playing Back Sound ................170 Adding a Voice Memo to Images ............171 Recording a Voice Memo ..............171 Playing Back a Voice Memo..............172 Settings Camera Settings ..................
  • Page 17 Disconnecting the Camera from Your Windows PC......207 Starting “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX”........208 Viewing Images ................... 210 Details on How to Use “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX”....211 Connecting to a Macintosh ..............212 Connecting the Camera and Your Macintosh........212 Transferring Images ................
  • Page 18 In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the one below. The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related operation.

  • Page 19: Composition Of The Operating Manual

    Composition 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 Common Operations –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––...

  • Page 20: Camera Features

    Lock the covers properly before approaching anyplace that is wet or dirty. *2 The camera satisfies the PENTAX drop test (1.5 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock testing.
  • Page 21 For taking enlarged pictures of very close objects such as the veins of leaves or specimens of tiny insects in Digital Microscope mode (p.77). For creating an image like an ink rubbing using the Ink Rubbing Filter (p.148). Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The user-friendly design of the camera enables easy operation with only a few buttons.
  • Page 22 Perfect for Portrait Shots! This camera comes with a “Face Detection” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the faces. It can detect up to 32 people per shot (*1), so it will help you take perfect group shots too. It automatically releases the shutter when people are smiling, and if anyone blinks, it tells you that.
  • Page 23 A Multitude of Functions inside the Camera for Enjoying Images Without a Computer! This camera has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images first. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures and movies (p.143).

  • Page 24: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Carabiner strap Software (CD-ROM) Optio WG-2 GPS/ O-ST124 (WG-2 GPS) (*) S-SW125 Optio WG-2 O-ST125 (WG-2) (*) USB cable AC plug cord (*) Rechargeable lithium-ion I-USB7 (*) battery D-LI92 (*) Utilities Guide for GPS Before using GPS ........

  • Page 25: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Power switch/Power lamp (green) Lens Shutter release button Flash Speaker Microphone Remote control receiver Self timer lamp/ Focus assist light LED Macro Lights Back Display Remote control Terminal cover receiver Tripod socket Terminal cover lock lever Battery/card cover lock lever Battery/card cover...

  • Page 26: Names Of Operating Parts

    Names of Operating Parts Power switch Shutter release button W/T/f/y button Q button Four-way controller 4/W button I button Green/i button 3 button Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.48 - 51) for an explanation of the function of each button. Macro stand Attaching the supplied macro stand (O-MS1) reduces camera shake during shooting in Digital Microscope mode (p.77).

  • Page 27: Monitor Indications

    Monitor Indications Display in A Mode The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/ W button: “Normal Display”, “Histogram + Info”, “No Info”, “LCD Off”. • All the camera buttons function as normal even when the LCD is off. Press the shutter release button to take pictures as normal.
  • Page 28 Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode 1 to 21 and A1 appear when “Normal Display” is selected. B1 to B6 appear at the position of 18 when “Histogram + Info” is selected. Only A1 appears when “No Info” is selected. 11 12 DATE + 1 .
  • Page 29 * 6 and 7 are only displayed when the shutter release button is pressed half-way. * For 13, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto Macro function is activated, q appears on the display (p.91). * 14 changes depending on [Eye-Fi] setting in [W Setting] menu. * 16 changes depending on [GPS] setting in [WSetting] menu.

  • Page 30: Display In Q Mode

    Display in Q Mode The display shows the shooting information of the image in playback mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/ W button: • The display cannot be changed by pressing the 4/W button while playing back a voice memo/movie or pausing playback.
  • Page 31 Histogram + Info Display in Playback Mode (All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A11 also appear when “Normal Display” is selected. B1 to B8 appear only when “Histogram + Info”...

  • Page 32: Guide Display

    * When there is an area on the screen that is overexposed it appears white, the indicated area blinks red. Similarly, when there is an area that is underexposed it appears black, the indicated area blinks yellow. GPS Information Display in Playback Mode (displayed only on the Optio WG-2 GPS) 100 - 0038 100 - 0038...
  • Page 33 Histogram A histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape of the histogram ←Brightness→ (Dark) (Bright) before and after shooting tells you whether the brightness and...

  • Page 34: Getting Started

    Attaching the Carabiner Strap 1Getting Started Attach the carabiner strap supplied with the camera. Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug on the camera. Fix the end of the strap to the stopper. Protective rubber ring The carabiner has rubber rings to prevent damage to the display. These rubber rings cushion the impact when the carabiner hits the display.

  • Page 35: Powering The Camera

    Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. Place the battery in the battery charger so that the PENTAX logo is facing up. The charging indicator turns on while charging.

  • Page 36: Installing The Battery

    2 and open it towards 3. Using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction of 4, insert the battery with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. Push the battery in until it is locked in place.

  • Page 37: Removing The Battery

    Removing the Battery Open the battery/card cover. Press the battery lock lever towards 4. The battery will be ejected. Take care not to drop the battery when removing it. • Do not use excessive force when sliding the battery/card cover open and closed because the waterproof packing may peel off.
  • Page 38 • Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time (at 23°C or 73.4°F with the display on and the battery fully charged) Image Storage Capacity Movie Recording Sound Recording Playback Time (flash used for 50% of Time Time shots)

  • Page 39: Using The Ac Adapter

    Using the AC Adapter Use of the optional AC adapter kit (K-AC117) is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect it to a computer. DC terminal DC coupler Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery/ card cover.
  • Page 40 • Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. • Make sure that the AC plug cord and the DC terminal connecting the AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. Data may be lost if either becomes disconnected while data is being recorded on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory.

  • Page 41: Installing The Sd Memory Card

    Installing the SD Memory Card This camera uses SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards or SDXC Memory Cards. (These cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Captured images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 42 SD Memory Card Battery/card cover socket SD Memory Card Open the battery/card cover. Press the battery/card cover lock lever in the direction shown 1, slide the cover towards 2 and open it towards 3. Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card socket so that the label is facing toward the front of the camera (the side with the lens).

  • Page 43: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off Power switch/Power lamp Press the power switch. The camera turns on and both the power lamp and display turn on. If the [Language/ ] screen or [Date Adjustment] screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on p.43 to set the display language and/ or current date and time.

  • Page 44: Starting-Up In Playback Mode

    Starting-up in Playback Mode Use this function when you want to play back images or sound files straightaway without taking any pictures. Power switch Q button Press and hold down the Q button. The display turns on and the camera starts up in playback mode. •...

  • Page 45: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Perform the operations in “Setting the Display Language” below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.46) to set the current date and time.
  • Page 46 Press the four-way controller (3). Initial Setting The frame moves to [W Hometown]. English Hometown New York Settings complete Cancel MENU Press the four-way controller (5). The [W Hometown] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) Hometown to choose a city. City New York MENU...
  • Page 47 If you accidentally select the wrong language and go to the next procedure, perform the following operation to set the language back. When the Wrong Language Has Been Inadvertently Selected Press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the language and press the 4 button.

  • Page 48: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display format. Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Use the four-way controller (23) Date Adjustment to choose the date and time Date Format mm/dd/yy display format.
  • Page 49 When the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjustment] screen is displayed, you can cancel the setting operation and switch to the capture mode by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the [Initial Setting] screen will appear next time you turn the camera on. [Language/ ], [Date], [Time], [Hometown] and [DST] can be changed.

  • Page 50: Common Operations

    Understanding the Button Functions 2Common Operations A Mode Power switch Turns the camera on and off (p.41). Shutter release button Focuses the camera on the subject when pressed halfway in Still Picture Capture Mode (except when the focus mode is set to 3, s, and \) (p.61). Takes a still picture when pressed down fully (p.61).
  • Page 51 4/W button Changes the information on the display (p.25). 3 button Displays the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.53). I button Switches the Face Detection function (p.69). The Face Detection function is switched as follows each time the I button is pressed: Smile Capture Self-portrait Assist Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture...

  • Page 52: Q Mode

    Q Mode Power switch Turns the camera on and off (p.41). Shutter release button Switches to A mode (p.52). f/y button In single-image display, pressing f switches to 6-image display. Pressing f again switches to 12-image display (p.124). Press y to return to the previous display.
  • Page 53 Four-way controller : Plays back and pauses a movie or sound file (p.123, p.170, p.172). : Displays the Playback Mode Palette (p.128). Stops a movie or sound file during playback (p.123, p.170, p.172). (45) : Displays the previous or next image and sound file during single- image display (p.122).

  • Page 54: Switching Between A Mode And Q Mode

    Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode In this manual, the capture mode, such as for taking still pictures, is referred to as “A mode” (capture mode). Playback mode, such as for displaying captured images on the monitor, is referred to as “Q mode” (playback mode). In Q mode, you can perform simple editing operations on the images that are played back.

  • Page 55: Setting The Camera Functions

    Setting the Camera Functions To change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the [A Rec. Mode] menu or [W Setting] menu. Functions for playing back and editing images and sound files are displayed from the Playback Mode Palette. Operating the Menus There are three types of menu: [A Rec.
  • Page 56 • Available button and key operations appear on the display during menu operation. • The 3 button function differs depending on the screen. Refer to the guide indications. Exit Exits the menu and returns to the original screen. MENU Returns to the previous screen with the current setting. MENU Cancel Cancels the current selection, exits the menu and MENU...

  • Page 57: Menu List

    Menu List This displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in the Appendix “Default Settings” (p.227) to decide whether you want the settings saved when the camera is turned off and whether you want the settings returned to the defaults when the camera is reset.
  • Page 58 Item Description Page For assigning a function to the Green button in A Green Button p.105 mode Sharpness For choosing sharp or soft outlines p.108 Saturation For setting the color saturation. When [Monochrome] is p.108 (Tone Adjustment) selected, the item changes to [Tone Adjustment] Contrast For setting the image contrast level p.109...
  • Page 59 [C Movie] Menu Item Description Page For choosing the number of recorded pixels and the Recorded Pixels p.115 frame rate for movies For choosing whether or not to use the Movie Shake Movie SR p.116 Reduction function [C Movie] Menu Movie Recorded Pixels Mov i...
  • Page 60 Item Description Page For setting the time until the camera enters power- Power Saving p.190 saving mode For setting the time until the camera turns off Auto Power Off p.190 automatically For choosing whether to use [Quick Zoom] (p.132) Quick Zoom p.191 when playing back images For setting whether to display explanations for...
  • Page 61 [W Setting] Menu 1 [W Setting] Menu 2 Setting Setting 1 / 4 2 / 4 Folder Name Date Sound File Name Date Adjustment 01/01/2012 IMGP Alarm Connection World Time NTSC Video Out Standard HDMI Out Auto Text Size Language Eye- Fi English Exit...

  • Page 62: Taking Pictures

    Taking Still Pictures 3Taking Pictures Taking Pictures This camera is equipped with functions and shooting modes that support a wide array of scenes and subjects. This section explains shooting using the default settings when shipped. Power switch Shutter release button W/T button Press the power switch.
  • Page 63 You can change the captured area by pressing the zoom button (p.63). Right (T) Enlarges the subject. Left (W) Widens the area that is captured by the camera. Press the shutter release button halfway. The camera emits focus assist light in dark shooting situations.
  • Page 64 Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows. Press halfway This refers to pressing the shutter release button gently to the first position. This locks the focus setting and the exposure. The green focus frame lights on the display when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject is in focus.

  • Page 65: Using The Zoom

    Instant Review and Blink Detection The image appears on the display temporarily (Instant Review) immediately after it is captured. If the camera detects that the subject’s eyes are closed while Face Detection (p.69) is activated, the message [Closed eyes have been detected] appears for 3 seconds (Blink Detection).
  • Page 66 Zoom in with some degree of image Zoom in with high image quality. deterioration. Optical zoom range*1 Intelligent Digital zoom Zoom range*2 range *1 You can zoom in to a maximum of 5× optically. *2 The Intelligent Zoom range differs depending on the recorded pixels. See the following table.

  • Page 67: Setting The Shooting Mode

    To Set the Digital Zoom The digital zoom is set to O (On) in the default settings. To take pictures using only the optical zoom and Intelligent Zoom, set the digital zoom to P (Off). Press the 3 button in A mode. The [A Rec.
  • Page 68 Use the four-way controller Landscape 1 / 2 (2345) to choose a shooting mode. A guide of the selected shooting mode is For capturing landscape displayed in the lower part of the display. views. Enhances colors of sky and foliage Cancel MENU Press the 4 button.
  • Page 69 The following 24 modes can be selected with Capture Mode Palette. Item Description Page The camera automatically selects the appropriate capture mode from the following fifteen modes Standard Night Scene Night Scene Portrait Landscape Flower Portrait ⎯ Auto Picture Sport Candlelight Blue Sky Portrait×...
  • Page 70 Item Description Page For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy ⎯ Portrait and bright skin tone Shoots a series of images at a specified interval Interval Shot p.79 of time Shoots a series of images at a specified interval, Interval Movie p.116 and saves them as a movie Records a high speed movie for slow motion...

  • Page 71: Using The Face Detection Function

    • In shooting modes other than R (Program), A (Night Scene), C (Movie), (Digital Microscope), (Handheld Night Snap), (Interval Shot), (High Speed Movie), c (Digital SR), F (Digital (Interval Movie), Panorama), X (Digital Wide), and N (Frame Composite), Saturation, Contrast, Sharpness, White Balance, etc. are automatically set to the optimal settings for the selected mode.
  • Page 72 • Face Detection AF and AE may not work if the subject is wearing sunglasses, has part of their face covered or is not looking toward the camera. • If the camera cannot detect the subject’s face, the camera focuses using the setting currently selected in [Focusing Area].
  • Page 73 Face Detection On Smile Capture Self-portrait Assist Face Detection Off Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture The Face Detection function cannot be selected in some shooting modes. Refer to “Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode” (p.220) for details.
  • Page 74 To Use the Self-portrait Assist Function The LED Macro Lights around the lens blink when the camera detects people faces in the Self-portrait Assist or Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture function. The position of the blinking LED indicates where the detected face is on the screen.

  • Page 75: Taking Pictures In Basic Mode (Green Mode)

    • When the camera detects two faces in the same area, the closest LED to the blinking LED also blinks. • The camera can tell the position of up to three detected faces by blinking LED. • When the camera detects three faces in area 2, LED 1 to 3 blink. •...

  • Page 76: Taking Pictures Of Your Pet (Pet Mode)

    Press the Green button in A mode. The camera switches to 9 mode. Press the Green button again to return to the status before 9 mode was selected. 38 38 38 When the camera detects a person’s face, the Face Detection function is activated and the face detection frame appears (p.69).
  • Page 77 To Register the Pet Press the I button on the Selecting pet to shoot capture status screen in e (Pet) mode. The pet selection screen appears. New Registry MENU Cancel Press the I button again. If pet face turns to camera If pet face turns to camera If pet face turns to camera The pet registration screen appears.
  • Page 78 To Switch the Pet You Want to Shoot If you have registered two or three pets, choose the pet you want to detect. Press the I button on the Selecting pet to shoot capture status screen in e (Pet) mode. The pet registration screen appears.

  • Page 79: Taking Pictures Of Text (Text Mode)

    Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) Take crisp and easy-to-read pictures of text. It is useful for taking pictures of and saving important documents, and when the text is too small and difficult to read. Color A picture of the text is taken in its original color. Reversed Color The colors are reversed.

  • Page 80: Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)

    Press the W/T button. If you press T, the camera enlarges the subject. You can enlarge the subject up to 6.5 times(*). (*)Intelligent Zoom is included. Up to 1.8 times for optical zoom. W Wide (left) Widens the area that is captured by the camera. T Tele (right) Enlarges the subject.

  • Page 81: Taking Pictures At A Set Interval (Interval Shot)

    Press the 4 button. The frame appears on the display. When the camera detects a person’s face, the Face Detection function is activated and the face detection frame appears (p.69). At shipment, the camera includes 3 default frames for each aspect ratio (4:3 and 16:9).
  • Page 82 Set the interval. Interval Shot 1 Press the four-way controller (5). Interval min. sec. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) Number of Shots to set the minutes, then press the Start Delay min. four-way controller (5). 3 Use the four-way controller (23) MENU to set the seconds, then press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 83: Using The Self-Timer

    • Even if an alarm is set, the alarm will not ring during interval shooting. • Interval shot stops if the SD Memory Card is removed or inserted during standby. Using the Self-timer In Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

  • Page 84: Taking A Series Of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting)

    The picture is taken after a countdown of either ten seconds or two seconds. Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-timer lamp is blinking when taking still pictures. • In C (Movie), (Underwater Movie) and (High Speed Movie) modes, recording will start after ten seconds or two seconds.

  • Page 85: Taking Pictures Using The Remote Control Unit (Optional)

    • With j, you can continue shooting until the memory capacity of the SD Memory Card or built-in memory is full. • The interval of j varies according to the [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level] settings. • The focus, exposure and white balance are locked with the first shot. •...

  • Page 86: Taking Pictures With Automatic Exposure Adjustment (Auto Bracketing)

    Point the remote control at the remote control receiver and press the shutter release button on the remote control. The focus frame turns green when the subject is in focus and the camera takes a picture at the following timing. When i is selected: The self-timer lamp and the LED Macro Lights blink quickly and the camera takes a picture after about three seconds.

  • Page 87: Using The Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode)

    Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) In X (Digital Wide) mode, you can stitch two vertical images captured with this camera into a single frame up to approx. 21 mm coverage (35 mm film equivalent). Use the four-way controller (2345) to select X (Digital Wide) from the Capture Mode Palette.
  • Page 88 Press the shutter release button to take a picture. The first captured image is temporarily saved, and the shooting screen for the second image is displayed. Exit Take the second image. Overlap the image on the preview guide on the left of the screen to compose the second image.

  • Page 89: Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode)

    Use the four-way controller (23) to select an option and press the 4 button. Save Saves the first image and you can retake the first shot. The first image is saved at h. Discard Discards the first image and you can retake the first shot. Cancel Returns to the shooting screen for the second image.
  • Page 90 Take the second frame. Move the camera so that the semi- transparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button. Exit Exit Exit SHUTTER SHUTTER SHUTTER 2nd Frame 2nd Frame 2nd Frame Take the third frame. Repeat steps 4 to 5 to take the third frame.

  • Page 91: Setting The Shooting Functions

    Setting the Shooting Functions Setting the Rec. Mode Menu Settings for shooting are mostly set from the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Refer to explanations for each function on how to make these settings. Press the 3 button in Still Picture Capture Mode. The [A Rec.

  • Page 92: Selecting The Flash Mode

    The 3 button function differs depending on the screen. Refer to the guide indications. Exit Exits the menu and returns to the original screen. MENU Returns to the previous screen with the current setting. MENU Cancel Cancels the current selection, exits the menu and returns MENU to the previous screen.

  • Page 93: Selecting The Focus Mode

    Press the 4 button. The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture mode. About the red-eye phenomenon Taking pictures using the flash may cause the subject’s eyes to appear red in the resulting picture. This phenomenon occurs when the light from the flash is reflected in the subject’s eyes.
  • Page 94 Press the four-way controller (5) Focus Mode Focus Mode Focus Mode in A mode. Standard Standard Standard The [Focus Mode] screen appears. The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the setting using the four-way controller (23). MENU MENU MENU...
  • Page 95 Press the 4 button. The focus is fixed and the camera returns to capture mode. After the focus is fixed, you can press the four-way controller (5) again to display the \ indicator and readjust the focus. The shooting mode and drive mode cannot be changed while the \ indicator is displayed.
  • Page 96 Setting the Auto Macro When [Auto Macro] is on, the focus is adjusted to the macro range (distance to the subject is 10 cm to 60 cm) as necessary, even if the focus mode setting is AF (Standard). When it is off and the focus mode is set to Standard (=), the AF operates only in the standard range, and focusing is not done in the macro range.

  • Page 97: Setting The Image Tone

    Setting the Image Tone For setting the tone of images. You can select from [Bright], [Natural], or [Monochrome]. The default setting is [Bright]. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Image Tone] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears.

  • Page 98: Selecting The Number Of Recorded Pixels

    Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels You can choose the number of recorded pixels settings for still pictures. The larger the number of recorded pixels, the clearer the details will appear when you print your picture. As the quality of the printed picture also depends on the image quality, exposure control, resolution of the printer, and other factors, you do not need to select more than the required number of recorded pixels.

  • Page 99: Selecting The Quality Level Of Still Pictures

    Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pixels. Press the 4 button. The setting is saved.

  • Page 100: 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. Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight. Shade Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.

  • Page 101: Setting The Ae Metering

    Manual Setting Have a blank sheet of white paper or similar material ready. In the [White Balance] screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select K (Manual). Point the camera at the blank sheet of paper or other material so that it fills the frame displayed in the center of the screen. Press the shutter release button fully.

  • Page 102: Setting The Sensitivity

    • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the brightness is metered and the exposure is determined. • When the subject is outside the focusing area and you want to use Spot AE metering, aim the camera at the subject and press and hold the shutter release button halfway to lock the exposure, then compose your picture again and press the shutter release button fully.

  • Page 103: Setting Auto Iso Range

    • The sensitivity cannot be selected in some shooting modes. Refer to “Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode” (p.220) for details. • When the shooting mode is set to (Report), the AUTO is fixed at 125- 6400. Other sensitivities can also be selected. •...

  • Page 104: Correcting The Brightness (D-Range Setting)

    Use the four-way controller (45) to select the EV value. To brighten, select a positive (+) value. To darken, select a negative (–) value. You can choose the EV setting in the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps.

  • Page 105: Setting Pixel Track Sr

    • When the Sensitivity is set to 125 or 200 and Highlight Correction is set to O (On), the setting changes to 250. The setting returns when Highlight Correction is set to P (Off). • If you change the [Highlight Correction] or [Shadow Correction] setting frequently, you can save time by assigning it to the Green button (p.105).

  • Page 106: Setting Blink Detection

    Setting Blink Detection This specifies whether Blink Detection works when you use the Face Detection function. The default setting is O (On). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Blink Detection] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O (On) or P (Off).

  • Page 107: Setting The Green Button

    Setting the Green Button You can assign one of the following functions to the Green button: [Green Mode] (p.73), [Voice Recording] (p.168), [Movie] (p.113) or [Fn Setting] (p.106). You can activate the assigned function by just pressing the Green button. When the shooting mode is set to 9 (Green) mode, [Green Button] settings cannot be configured on the [A Rec.
  • Page 108 Registering Frequently Used Functions (Fn Setting) You can register frequently used functions on the four-way controller. Using this function, you can directly set the functions by pressing the four-way controller without displaying the menu in capture mode. In [Fn Setting], Still Picture Capture Mode and C (Movie) mode have different settings.
  • Page 109 You can assign only one function to each key. The default settings for Fn settings Still Picture Capture Mode Movie mode Default setting (2) EV Compensation (2) Movie SR (3) Recorded Pixels (3) EV Compensation (4) Quality Level (4) Recorded Pixels (5) White Balance (5) White Balance Functions that can be assigned to each key...

  • Page 110: Setting The Image Sharpness (Sharpness)

    Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness) You can give the image sharp or soft outlines. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the sharpness level. Soft Normal Sharp Setting the Saturation/Tone Adjustment You can set either color brightness (Saturation) or the tone of monochrome...

  • Page 111: Setting The Image Contrast (Contrast)

    Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast) For setting the image contrast level. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the contrast level. Normal High Setting the Date Imprint Function You can choose whether to imprint the date and/or time when taking still pictures.

  • Page 112: Setting The Iq Enhancer Processing

    Setting the IQ Enhancer Processing You can take pictures with clearer details by using image processing with IQ enhancer technique. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [IQ Enhancer] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On)/P (Off). O (On) IQ enhancer function works P (Off)

  • Page 113: Taking Pictures Underwater

    Taking Pictures Underwater Taking Underwater Pictures (Underwater Mode/ Underwater Movie Mode) This camera complies with JIS waterproof grade 8 and can be used to take pictures at a depth of 12 m continuously for 2 hours. In addition, this camera complies with JIS dustproof grade 6 (IP68).
  • Page 114 Although the camera is designed to be waterproof and dustproof, avoid using the camera under the following conditions. It may momentarily be subjected to water pressure beyond that covered in the guarantee and water may enter the interior of the camera. •...

  • Page 115: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Recording Movies This mode enables you to record movies. Sound is recorded at the same time. Shutter release button W/T button Four-way controller 4 button Use the four-way controller (2345) to select C (Movie) from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the 4 button.
  • Page 116 Press the shutter release button fully. Recording stops. Playing Back a Movie 1p.123 • The focus mode can be changed before recording starts. • When the focus mode is set to \(Manual Focus), you can adjust the focus before recording starts. •...

  • Page 117: Selecting The Number Of Recorded Pixels And Frame Rate For Movies

    Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies You can choose the number of recorded pixels and frame rate settings for movies. The more pixels there are, the clearer the details and the bigger the file size. The more frames per second, the better the quality of the movie, but the file size becomes larger.

  • Page 118: Setting The Movie Sr (Movie Shake Reduction) Function

    Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function In C (Movie)/ ( Underwater Movie) modes, you can compensate for camera shake while you are recording a movie with the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) function. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie SR] on the [C Movie] menu.
  • Page 119 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select (Interval Movie) from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The current Interval Movie setting appears for approximately one minute. To take pictures with the current settings, go to step 10. Press the 4 button while the settings are displayed. The Interval Movie setting screen appears.
  • Page 120 Press the shutter release button to take a picture. Interval movie recording starts. The LCD turns off between shots (during standby). Press the power switch during standby to display the remaining time and interval on the monitor. The [Stop interval shooting?] message is displayed when the power switch and then the 3 button are pressed during standby.

  • Page 121: Using The High Speed Movie Function

    Using the High Speed Movie Function The camera records a high speed movie for slow motion playback. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select (High Speed Movie) from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The camera returns to capture mode. 0 0 : 1 5 0 0 : 1 5 Press the shutter release button fully.

  • Page 122: Saving The Settings (Memory)

    Saving the Settings (Memory) The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings when the camera is turned off. For some camera settings, the Memory function is always set to O (On) (the settings are saved when the camera is turned off), while for others you can choose on or off (to choose whether the settings are saved or not when the camera is turned off).
  • Page 123 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The [Memory] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) Memory to choose an item. Face Detection Flash Mode Drive Mode Focus Mode Zoom Position MF Position MENU...

  • Page 124: Playing Back And Deleting Images

    Playing Back Images 4Playing Back and Deleting Images Playing Back Still Pictures Q button Four-way controller 4 button i button Press the Q button after taking a File number picture. 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038 The camera enters Q mode and the image appears on the display.

  • Page 125: Playing Back A Movie

    Playing Back a Movie You can play back the movies you have taken. The sound is played back at the same time. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the movie you want to play back. Press the four-way controller 100 - 0017 100 - 0017...

  • Page 126: Multi-Image Display

    Multi-Image Display 6-Image Display/12-Image Display You can display 6 or 12 thumbnails of captured images at a time. Press the f button in Q mode. The 6-image display appears showing a page consisting of 6 thumbnail images. Pressing the f button again changes it to a 12-image display. A page consisting of 6 or 12 thumbnail images appears.
  • Page 127 The icons that appear on the images indicate the following: (No icon) Still picture without sound O (With image) Still picture with sound Movie (the first frame appears) (With image) High Speed Movie (the first frame appears) O (Without image) Sound files only Press the 4 button to switch to single-image display of the selected image.

  • Page 128: Using The Playback Function

    Calendar display Recorded images and sound files are Frame displayed by date in calendar format. The first image recorded on a date is displayed for that date on the calendar. O appears for dates on which the first 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15...
  • Page 129 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038 ' 1 0 / 0 2 / 0 2 1 4 : 2 5 02/02/'12 14:25 ' 1 0 / 0 2 / 0 2 1 4 : 2 5 Edit Edit ' 1 0 / 0 2 / 0 2...
  • Page 130 Playback Mode Palette Playback Mode Description Page For continuously playing back images. Screen or Slideshow p.129 sound effects can be set Rotates captured images. Useful when viewing Image Rotation p.131 vertical images on a TV Reduces the size of faces in the image, for well- Small Face Filter p.145 proportioned portraits...

  • Page 131: Slideshow

    Slideshow You can play back recorded still pictures and movies one after another. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to start the slideshow with. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select u (Slideshow) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button.
  • Page 132 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the interval and press the 4 button. Choose from [3sec.], [5sec.], [10sec.], [20sec.] or [30sec.]. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Screen Effect]. After selecting [Screen Effect], press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears with the following items.

  • Page 133: Rotating The Image

    Rotating the Image Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select s (Image Rotation) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The rotation selection screen (0°, Right 90°, Left 90°, or 180°) appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the rotation direction and press the 4...

  • Page 134: Zoom Playback

    Zoom Playback You can magnify an image up to ten times. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to magnify. Press the y button. The image is magnified (×1.1 to ×10). Holding down the y button continuously magnifies the image.

  • Page 135: Zoom In On The Subject's Face Automatically (Face Close-Up Playback)

    Zoom In on the Subject’s Face Automatically (Face Close-up Playback) You can enjoy playing back images with the subject’s faces zoomed up simply by pressing the I button (Face close-up playback) if the Face Detection function activated when the images were taken. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to magnify.
  • Page 136 • Face close-up playback is not available for movies or images that are saved as still pictures from the movies. • The magnification ratio for Face close-up playback may differ depending on the conditions such as the size of the face recognized when shooting. •...

  • Page 137: Deleting Images And Sound Files

    Deleting Images and Sound Files Delete images and sound files that you do not want to keep. Deleting a Single Image/Sound File You can delete a single image or sound file. If sound (voice memo) has been recorded with an image (p.171), you can delete the sound without deleting the image.

  • Page 138: Deleting Selected Images And Sound Files

    Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files You can delete several images/sound files selected from the 6- or 12-image display at once. Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted (p.138). Press the f button once or twice in Q mode. 6-image display or 12-image display appears.

  • Page 139: Deleting All Images And Sound Files

    Deleting All Images and Sound Files Deletes all the images and sound files at once. Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted (p.138). Press the 3 button in Q mode. The [W Setting] menu appears. When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way controller (5) once.

  • Page 140: Protecting Images And Sound Files From Deletion (Protect)

    Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) You can protect stored images and sound files from being accidentally deleted. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to protect. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z (Protect) from the Playback Mode Palette.
  • Page 141 To Protect All Images and Sound Files Select [All Images/Sounds] in step 4 on p.138. Single Image/Sound Single Image/Sound Single Image/Sound All Images/Sounds Cancel Cancel Cancel Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect]. Protects all Protects all Protects all images/sounds...

  • Page 142: Connecting The Camera To Av Equipment

    Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment You can connect the camera to a TV or other device with a video input terminal or HDMl terminal and playback images. • The power lamp on the camera lights up during a connection. •...

  • Page 143: Turn The Camera On

    Turn the AV device and camera off. Open the terminal cover. Move the terminal cover lock lever in the direction shown by 1, slide the cover in the direction shown by 2 and open the cover in the direction shown by 3. Connect the AV cable to the PC/AV terminal.

  • Page 144: Connecting The Camera To An Hdmi Terminal

    Connecting the Camera to an HDMI Terminal Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a device with an HDMI terminal. HDMI terminal Turn the AV device and camera off. Open the terminal cover. Move the terminal cover lock lever in the direction shown by 1, slide the cover in the direction shown by 2 and open the cover in the direction shown by 3.

  • Page 145: Editing And Printing

    Editing Images 5Editing and Printing Changing the Image Size (Resize) By changing the recorded pixels and quality level of a selected image, you can make the file size 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.

  • Page 146: Cropping Images

    Cropping Images You can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped image as a separate image. Images taken with the recorded pixels of or taken at F (Digital Panorama) and movies cannot be cropped. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to crop.

  • Page 147: Processing Images To Make Faces Look Smaller

    Processing Images to Make Faces Look Smaller Images are processed to reduce the size of people’s faces detected with the Face Detection function (p.69) when taking pictures so that they look smaller. Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to edit.

  • Page 148: Using The Digital Filters

    You may not be able to process images in the following situations: • When the size of face taken in relation to an image is too large or too small • When faces are located in the edges of an image In such cases, the face detection frame in Step 3 will not appear.
  • Page 149 Press the 4 button. B&W/Sepia B&W/Sepia B&W/Sepia The digital filter selection screen appears. 1 B&W/Sepia 2 Toy Camera 3 Retro 1 1 1 1 4 Color MENU MENU MENU Cancel Cancel Cancel 5 Extract Color 6 Color Emphasis 7 High Contrast 8 Starburst 9 Soft 10 Fish-eye...

  • Page 150: Using The Hdr Filter

    Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. Press the 4 button. The images processed with the filter are saved. Using the HDR Filter Adjusts parts of the image that are too bright or too dark and processes images to simulate an HDR effect.

  • Page 151: Creating A Collage Image

    Use the four-way controller (2345) to select (Ink Rubbing Filter) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The preview image of the results of the filter effect appears. Use the four-way controller (45) Ink Rubbing Filter to choose the effect. You can adjust the effect in five levels.
  • Page 152 Press the 4 button. The item selection screen appears. Recorded Pixels Layout Backgnd. Select image(s) Create an image MENU Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the [Recorded Pixels]. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears.
  • Page 153 Selecting the Background Use the four-way controller (23) to choose [Backgnd.]. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the background. Recorded Pixels Layout You can choose the white background or Backgnd. the black background.

  • Page 154: Red-Eye Compensation

    Press the 9 button. Returns to the item selection screen. Saving the Edited Image Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Create an image]. Recorded Pixels Layout Backgnd. Select image(s) Create an image MENU Press the 4 button. A confirmation dialog for saving the image appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Save].

  • Page 155: Adding A Frame (Frame Composite)

    A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears. If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new image and the following confirmation does not appear. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. Press the 4 button.
  • Page 156 Press the y button. The selected frame appears in single- image display. You can choose another frame using either of the following operations. Four-way Press to choose a controller (45) different frame. Zoom button Press to return to the left (f) 12-frame display of the frame selection screen, and then perform step 5 to...

  • Page 157: Usb Cable

    Optional Frames The optional frames are stored in the CD-ROM supplied with the camera. To use these frames, copy them from the CD-ROM. These optional frames are deleted if the files on the built-in memory are deleted with a computer or if the built-in memory is formatted.

  • Page 158: Overlaying Your Original Frame On Still Pictures

    To Use a New Frame The frames downloaded from the PENTAX website or other source can be used for adding a frame to pictures. • Extract the downloaded frame and copy it to the FRAME folder in the built- in memory or the SD Memory Card.
  • Page 159 Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to which you want to add a frame. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select E (Original Frame) from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the 4 button. The original frame type selecting screen appears.
  • Page 160 Press the 4 button. A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears. If the selected image is protected, the processed image is saved as a new image and the following confirmation dialog does not appear. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].
  • Page 161 To Set Up Text Stamp Use the four-way controller Text Stamp (2345) to select a character < > and press the 4 button. Finish The selected character is input. FR I ENDS Up to 52 characters can be input. Delete One Character I button Press to switch MENU...

  • Page 162: Editing Movies

    To View the Preview Screen Press the Green button. F R I ENDS F R I ENDS The preview screen appears. MENU MENU MENU Press the 3 button. The screen returns to the original screen. Press the 4 button. Proceed to Step 11 on p.158. Editing Movies You can extract a frame from the recorded movie to save as a still picture, divide a movie into two, or add a title picture to a movie.
  • Page 163 Use the four-way controller 100 - 0042 100 - 0042 0042 (2345) to choose the frame 00:06 00:06 00:06 Select the image Select the image Select the image you want to save. to save to save to save Plays or pauses the movie Stops the movie and returns to the first frame Cancel...
  • Page 164 Press the 4 button. The movie is divided at the specified position, each segment is saved as a new file, and the original movie is deleted. The protected movies cannot be divided. • Only the movie for more than 2 seconds (31 frames) can be divided. •...

  • Page 165: Copying Images And Sound Files

    • When a title picture is added to the beginning of a movie: When the movie is played back, the still picture is played back for three seconds, and then the movie is played back. The still picture registered as title picture is used as the thumbnail of the movie.
  • Page 166 To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory Selected images and sound files from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in memory one by one. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [{}2]. Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (45) 100 - 0017 100 - 0017...

  • Page 167: Printing Settings

    Printing Settings You can print pictures taken with the camera in the following ways. 1 Go to a photo processing lab. 2 Use a printer that has an SD Memory Card slot to print directly from the SD Memory Card. 3 Use the software that is available on your computer to print images.
  • Page 168 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image]. Single Image Single Image Single Image All Images All Images All Images Cancel Cancel Cancel Press the 4 button. The message [Applies DPOF settings to this image] appears. To make DPOF settings for another image, use the four-way controller (45) to select another image.

  • Page 169: Printing All Images

    Printing All Images DPOF settings are applied to all the images stored in the camera. Select [All Images] in step 3 on p.166. Press the 4 button. The message [Applies DPOF settings to all images] appears. Choose the number of copies and whether to insert the date or not.

  • Page 170: Recording And Playing Back Sound

    Recording Sound (Voice Recording 6Recording and Playing Back Sound Mode) You can record sound with the camera. The microphone is located on front of the camera. When recording sound, aim the microphone at the sound source. Microphone Setting Voice Recording To use the Voice Recording function, assign it to the Green button first.

  • Page 171: Recording Sounds

    Recording Sounds Press the Green button in A mode. 01:31:44 01:31:44 01:31:44 The camera enters O (Voice Recording) mode. The remaining recordable time and 00:00:00 00:00:00 00:00:00 the recording time of the current file appear on the display. 1 Recording time 2 Remaining recordable time SHUTTER SHUTTER...

  • Page 172: Playing Back Sound

    Playing Back Sound You can play back the sound files you recorded in Voice Recording. 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. 100 - 0025 100 - 0025 0025 1 Total file recording time...

  • Page 173: 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 Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture to which you want to add a voice memo.

  • Page 174: Playing Back A Voice Memo

    Playing Back a Voice Memo Enter Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want to play back. U appears on images with voice memos in single-image display. Press the four-way controller 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038...

  • Page 175: Settings

    Camera Settings 7Settings Setting the Setting Menu Settings for the camera are set from the [W Setting] menu. Refer to explanations for each function on how to make these settings. Press the 3 button in Q mode. The [W Setting] menu appears. When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 176: Formatting The Memory

    Formatting the Memory Formatting deletes all the data on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory. Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. •...

  • Page 177: Changing The Sound Settings

    Changing the Sound Settings You can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of sound. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] on the [W Setting] menu. Press the four-way controller Sound (5). Operation Volume The [Sound] screen appears. Playback Volume Start-up Sound Shutter Sound...

  • Page 178: Changing The Date And Time

    Changing the Sound (Using a Recorded Sound File) You can use a sound recorded by the camera for sound settings. The first two seconds of the selected sound file will be played as the [USER] sound. Select [USER] in step 5 in “To Change the Sound Type”. Press the 4 button.

  • Page 179: Display Style

    Press the four-way controller (5). Date Adjustment The [Date Adjustment] screen appears. Date Format mm/dd/yy 01/01/2012 Date 00:00 Time Settings complete MENU Cancel Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Depending on the initial setting or previous setting, [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd] may be displayed.

  • Page 180: Setting The Alarm

    Change the time in the same way as in steps 7 to 11. If you selected [12h] in step 6, the setting switches between am and pm corresponding to the time. Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete]. Press the 4 button.

  • Page 181: Checking The Alarm

    Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the hour field. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the hour, then press (5). The frame moves to the minute field. Change the minutes in the same manner. Press the 4 button. Press the four-way controller (3).

  • Page 182: Setting The World Time

    Turning the Alarm Off The Clock display appears and the alarm rings for one minute when the set time is reached while the camera is turned off. You can stop the alarm by pressing any button on the camera while the alarm is ringing. •...
  • Page 183 Use the four-way controller (45) 14:25 Destination to change the Destination city. The current time, location and time difference of the selected city appear. City New York + 0:00 TimeDif. Cancel MENU Use the four-way controller (23) to select [DST]. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).

  • Page 184: Setting The Text Size On The Menu

    Setting the Text Size on the Menu You can set the text size of the item selected with the cursor on the menu to [Standard] (normal display) or [Large] (magnified display). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Text Size] on the [W Setting] menu.

  • Page 185: Changing The Naming System Of The Folder

    Changing the Naming System of the Folder You can change the naming system of the folder for storing images. When the naming system is set to the [Date], pictures are saved in separate folders by the date they were taken. Choice The name of the folder xxx_mmdd (3-digit folder number_month day)
  • Page 186 Selecting a Rule for Naming Folders Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Folder Name] on the [W Setting] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). A pull-down menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the rule for naming folders.

  • Page 187: Changing The Naming System Of The File

    Press the four-way controller (4) Folder Name while “A” is selected, or press K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z (35) while “_” is selected. Settings complete The frame moves to [Settings complete]. R T Y Cancel MENU...
  • Page 188 Naming the File Yourself You can name the file of images that are captured. You can enter up to four numbers and letters. The 4-digit name is displayed before the 4-digit file number. Select [USER] in step 3 in “Selecting a Rule for Naming Files”. Press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 189: Changing The Video Output Format

    Changing the Video Output Format When you connect the camera to AV equipment, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking and playing back images. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Video Out] on the [W Setting] menu. Press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 190: Selecting The Hdmi Output Format

    Selecting the HDMI Output Format When you connect the camera to AV equipment with an HDMI cable, set the appropriate video output resolution for playing back images. The default setting is [Auto]. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [HDMI Out] on the [W Setting] menu.

  • Page 191: Setting The Eye-Fi Communication

    Setting the Eye-Fi Communication You can automatically transfer images or movies to a computer or similar devices via wireless LAN using a commercially available Eye-Fi card. For details on transferring images, refer to “Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card” (p.218). The default setting is P (Off).

  • Page 192: Using The Power Saving Function

    Using the Power Saving Function You can save battery power by setting the display to dim automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. After the power saving function has been activated, the display returns to the ordinary brightness if any button is pressed. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Power Saving] on the [W Setting] menu.

  • Page 193: Setting The Quick Zoom Function

    Use the four-way controller (23) to select the time until the camera turns off automatically. Choose from [5min.], [3min.] or [Off]. Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. Auto Power Off does not function in the following situations: • While taking pictures in j (Continuous Shooting) and c (Burst Shooting) modes •...

  • Page 194: Perform Pixel Mapping

    Perform Pixel Mapping Pixel Mapping is a function for mapping out and correcting for defective pixels in the CCD sensor. Run the Pixel Mapping function if image dots always seem to be defective in the same place. • Pixel Mapping is only accessible from A mode. Pixel Mapping cannot be selected even if the [W Setting] menu is displayed by pressing the 3 button in Q mode.

  • Page 195: Changing The Start-Up Screen

    Changing the Start-up Screen You can choose the start-up screen displayed when the camera is turned on. You can choose any of the following images as the start-up screen: • The Guide Display Start-up Screen showing a guide for the shooting modes and buttons •...

  • Page 196: Resetting To Default Settings (Reset)

    Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) You can reset the camera settings to their defaults. Refer to “Default Settings” (p.227) for the reset settings. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset] on the [W Setting] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The [Reset] screen appears.

  • Page 197: Displaying The Clock Display

    Use the four-way controller (23) Startup Shortcut to select an item. Playback Mode LED Lighting Clock Display MENU Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between O (On)/ P (Off). O (On) The startup shortcut is available P (Off) The startup shortcut is not available The default settings are all O (On).

  • Page 198: Light Up The Led

    Light up the LED You can use the camera as a light. Pressing and holding down the Green button lights up the LED Macro Lights when the camera is turned off. Press and hold down the Green button. The LED light up. The LED turn off automatically after the period you have set on [Auto Power Off].

  • Page 199: Connecting To A Computer

    Provided Software The following software is included on the provided CD-ROM. Windows • Image viewing/managing/editing software “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” Macintosh • Image viewing/managing/editing software “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” (Applicable languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Chinese [traditional and simplified],...

  • Page 200: System Requirements

    Hard Disk Space 300 MB minimum Monitor 1024 × 768 pixels, 16-bit color monitor or higher Others CD-ROM/DVD drive USB port as standard equipment * The movie edited with “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” cannot be saved as MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format.

  • Page 201: Installing The Software

    Turn your Windows PC on. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM/DVD drive. [Auto play] screen appears. Click [PENTAX Software Installer], and then click [Yes]. If the installer screen does not appear Display the installer screen following the steps below. 1) Double-click [My Computer] on the desktop.
  • Page 202 Turn your Macintosh on. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM/DVD drive. Double-click the CD-ROM icon. Double-click the [Pentax Software Installer] icon. The “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” installer screen appears. Click [ArcSoft]. The setup screen appears. Follow the on-screen guidance to install the...
  • Page 203 Click [Close]. “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” installation is complete. Click [Exit] on the installation screen. The window closes. Product Registration on the Internet In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration. If your computer is connected to the Internet,...

  • Page 204: Setting The Usb Connection Mode

    Setting the USB Connection Mode Set the device to which the camera is connected with the USB cable. Make sure to set the USB connection mode before connecting your camera to the computer. You cannot perform the following setting if the camera is already connected to your computer with the USB cable.
  • Page 205 MSC and PTP MSC (Mass Storage Class) A general-purpose driver program that handles devices connected to the computer via USB as a memory device. Also indicates a standard for controlling USB devices with this driver. By simply connecting a device that supports USB Mass Storage Class, you can copy, read, and write files from a computer without installing a dedicated driver.

  • Page 206: Connecting To A Windows Pc

    Connecting to a Windows PC Connecting the Camera and Your Windows PC Connect your camera to the Windows PC using the provided USB cable. Turn your Windows PC on. Turn your camera off. Connect your camera to the Windows PC using the USB cable.

  • Page 207: Transferring Images

    If there is no SD Memory Card in the camera, the images stored in the built- in memory will be transferred to your Windows PC. Click [Import media files to local disk]. The “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” starts. Select an image to import. To select multiple images, choose the images while pressing the Ctrl key.
  • Page 208 When the “AutoPlay” Screen Does Not Appear Double-click the [MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX] icon on the desktop. Click [PhotoImpression]. Click the icon of connected camera at the upper left on the screen. The import screen appears. For the following procedures, proceed to step 6 on p.205.

  • Page 209: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Windows Pc

    Windows PC and the camera. • If the camera (removable disk) is being used by an application such as “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX”, the camera cannot be disconnected until the application is closed. • The camera will automatically switch to the playback mode when the USB...

  • Page 210: Starting "Mediaimpression 3.5 For Pentax

    Starting “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” lets you view, edit, manage, search for, share, and print images. Double-click the [MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX] icon on the desktop. “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” starts and the main window appears.
  • Page 211 Media Browser Interface * The screen shown is an example with the default settings. A Views Displays the configuration of folders or groups sorted by your favorites, GPS information or a detected person. B Preview Area Displays the contents of the selected folder or sorted group. C Properties Displays the information of the selected image, detects people or displays the map of the location at which the image was shot (only for images with GPS...

  • Page 212: Viewing Images

    Viewing Images Click [PhotoImpression] or [VideoImpression] from the main window. Select and click the folder or the group containing the image you want to view. Images are displayed. Select and double-click the image you want to view. The selected image is displayed with the viewer.

  • Page 213: Details On How To Use "Mediaimpression 3.5 For Pentax

    Details on How to Use “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” You can find more information on how to use “MediaImpression 3.5 for PENTAX” by using the help pages. Click [Help] from [Menu] on the menu bar. The help screen appears. Click the desired topic.

  • Page 214: Connecting To A Macintosh

    Connecting to a Macintosh Connecting the Camera and Your Macintosh Connect your camera to the Macintosh using the provided USB cable. Turn your Macintosh on. Turn your camera off. Connect your camera to the Macintosh using the USB cable. Connect the terminal of the USB cable with arrow mark facing the front side of the camera.

  • Page 215: Transferring Images

    Macintosh. Double-click the [MediaImpression] folder inside the [Applications] folder. Double-click the [MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX] icon. “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” starts and the main browser window appears. Set up [Destination Folder] and select [Subfolder Name].

  • Page 216: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Macintosh

    • If the camera (removable disk) is being used by an application such as “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX”, the camera cannot be disconnected until the application is closed. • The camera will automatically switch to the playback mode when the USB...

  • Page 217: Starting "Mediaimpression 2.1 For Pentax

    Starting “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” lets you view, edit, manage, search for, share, and print images. Double-click the [MediaImpression] folder inside the [Applications] folder. Double-click the [MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX] icon. “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” starts and the main browser window appears.
  • Page 218 Media Browser Interface * The screen shown is an example with the default settings. A Views Displays the configuration of folders in your computer. When you browse a folder, the contents of the folder appear in the media thumbnail pane. B Preview Area Displays the contents of the selected folder or the results of the most recent search (the file/s or folder/s that matches the search item).

  • Page 219: Viewing Images

    You can also play back movies or sound files. Details on How to Use “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” You can find more information on how to use “MediaImpression 2.1 for PENTAX” by using the help pages. Select [ArcSoft MediaImpression Help] from [Help] on the menu bar.

  • Page 220: Transferring Images Using An Eye-Fi Card

    Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card You can automatically transfer images or movies to a computer or similar devices via wireless LAN using a memory card that is equipped with the wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card) function. Specify the wireless LAN access point and transfer destination on the Eye-Fi card.
  • Page 221 • When you use a new Eye-Fi card, copy the install file of Eye-Fi Manager stored on the card to your computer before you format the card. • Do not use an Eye-Fi card, or set [Eye-Fi] to P (Off) in a location where wireless LAN devices are restricted or prohibited, such as on planes (since images are transferred via wireless LAN).

  • Page 222: Appendix

    Functions Available for Each Shooting 9Appendix Mode √: Can be set. ⎯: Settings and changes are not applied. ×: Cannot be set. a b B Shooting Mode b A A \ U K Function Zoom button Zoom operation √ √ √...
  • Page 223 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ × √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ × √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ × × ×...
  • Page 224 *14 Fixed to h/h Movie SR is used for movies, while Pixel Track SR is used for still pictures. *15 Fixed to V Flowers cannot be detected when *16 Fixed to using digital zoom or Intelligent Zoom. *17 Fixed to C (Best) equivalent Before shooting only optical zoom and *18 Fixed to D (Better) digital zoom are available, during...

  • Page 225: Messages

    Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the display during camera operation. Message Description The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery using the Battery depleted battery charger (p.33). Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved.
  • Page 226 Message Description Displayed when you try to switch to Q mode while an image is still being recorded, or when the protect setting or Data being recorded DPOF setting is being changed. It disappears after the image is recorded or the setting is changed. Displayed when the camera takes more than five seconds Data being processed to display an image due to image processing, or when the...

  • Page 227: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Check if a battery is installed. If not, The battery is not installed install a battery. Check orientation of the battery. The camera will The battery is installed Reinsert the battery according to the not turn on incorrectly +- symbols in the battery compartment (p.34).
  • Page 228 Problem Cause Remedy Lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the subject (by pressing and holding the shutter The subject is difficult to release button halfway), then aim focus on with autofocus the camera at your subject and press the shutter release button fully (p.62).

  • Page 229: Default Settings

    Default Settings The table below lists the factory default settings. The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is explained below. Last Memory Setting : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off.
  • Page 230 Last Default Setting Reset Item Memory Page (Shooting mode:A) Setting Setting Face Detection P (Off) Flash Mode O (On) Drive Mode P (Off) Focus Mode P (Off) Zoom Position P (Off) MF Position P (Off) Memory White Balance P (Off) p.120 Sensitivity P (Off)
  • Page 231 [W Setting] Menu Items Last Reset Item Default Setting Memory Page Setting Setting Operation Volume Playback Volume Start-up Sound Sound p.175 Shutter Sound Operation Sound Self-timer Sound According to Date Format (date) initial setting Date Format (time) Date p.46 Adjustment p.176 Date 1/1/2012...

  • Page 232: Playback Mode Palette Items

    Last Reset Item Default Setting Memory Page Setting Setting Playback Mode O (On) p.194 Startup LED Lighting O (On) p.194 Shortcut Clock Display O (On) p.194 ⎯ ⎯ Format Cancel p.174 GPS On/Off Logging Record Interval: 15 sec. Logging Duration: 1 hr. GPS Guide Logging Save log...

  • Page 233: Key Operation

    Last Memory Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Setting ⎯ ⎯ ⎯ Red-eye Compensation p.152 Depending on the ⎯ ⎯ Recorded Pixels p.143 picture taken Resize Depending on the ⎯ ⎯ Quality Level p.143 picture taken Depending on the ⎯ ⎯...

  • Page 234: List Of World Time Cities

    List of World Time Cities City: indicates cities that can be set as either the Initial Setting (p.43) or the World Time (p.180). Video Output Format: indicates the video output format of the city set as the Initial Setting. Video output Video output Region City name...

  • Page 235: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Power supply Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI92 (*) Battery charger kit K-BC92 (*) (Battery charger D-BC92, AC plug cord) AC adapter kit K-AC117 (AC adapter D-AC115, DC coupler D-DC92, AC plug cord) The battery charger and AC adapter are only sold as a set.

  • Page 236: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Type Digital compact camera Number of Effective Approx. 16 megapixels Pixels Image Sensor 1/2.3 inch CMOS Number of Recorded Still (4608×3456), (3456×3456), (4608×2592), 6 (3072×2304), Pixels (3072×1728), f (2592×1944), (2592×1464), h (2048×1536), h (1920×1080), l (1024×768), m (640×480) * Fixed at h/h in Frame Composite mode.
  • Page 237 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still 2 GB Built-in Memory SD Memory Card 1078 (4608×3456) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 1307 (3456×3456) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 1307 (4608×2592) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 1205 1921 (3072×2304) pictures...
  • Page 238 • The above figures are based on our standard shooting conditions and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions and type of the SD Memory Card used. • The maximum length of continuous recording time for a movie is 25 minutes. White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluores.
  • Page 239 Exposure Control AE Metering Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot metering EV Compensation ±2 EV (can be set in 1/3 EV steps) Face Detection Detection of up to 32 people’s faces (up to 31 face detection frames on the display), Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Self-portrait Assist, Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture * Face Detection AE is available only when the camera detects the subject’s face.
  • Page 240 Dustproof Rating underwater picture-taking possible for 2 hours at depth of 12 m. Impact Resistance PENTAX drop test (1.5 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) Rating complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock testing. * Waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera is exposed to impact such as being dropped or hit.

  • Page 241: 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 242 • This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. 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 243 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 244: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Located at: 633 17 Street, Suite 2600, Denver, Colorado 80202, U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 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.
  • Page 245 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. Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and...

  • Page 246: Index

    Index Symbols Auto Power Off ......190 Auto F (White Balance) ..98 A Mode ......... 16 Auto , (Flash) ....... 90 I button ........ 49 Automatic Tracking AF ....93 Q Mode ........ 16 AV cable ........141 Q button ....... 48 [A Rec.
  • Page 247 Dividing movies ......161 Image/Sound Copy ......163 DPOF settings ......165 Infinity s ........91 D-Range Setting ......102 Initial Setting ........43 Drive Mode ....79 Ink Rubbing Filter ......148 Installing a battery ......34 Installing the software ....199 Instant Review ...... 63 EV Compensation ......101 Interval Movie Mode ....116 Extract color filter ......
  • Page 248 Playback ......122 Sound settings ......175 Playback (sound) ......170 Sound types ......... 175 Playback (Voice Memo) ....172 Specifications ......234 Playback Mode Palette ..128 Standard = ......... 91 Playing back movies ....123 Starburst filter ......146 Power Saving ......190 Starting-up in Playback Mode ..
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  • Page 252 (http://www.pentaximaging.com) PENTAX RICOH IMAGING 1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA INC. CANADA (http://www.pentax.ca) http://www.pentax.jp/english • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. 54558 Copyright © PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD. 2012 R02BAB12 Printed in Indonesia...

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