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Introduction Digital Camera Getting Started PENTAX Q7 Shooting Operating Manual Playback Settings Appendix To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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S-SW133 Operating Manual (this manual) Lenses that can be used with the PENTAX Q7 Lenses that can be used with the camera are Q-mount lenses. A K-mount lens can be attached to the camera with the use of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens. (p.73)
Setting a File Format ........p.43 Getting Started ........p.21 Adjusting the Color and Brightness of Images Explains how to get your PENTAX Q7 ready for ..............p.43 shooting as well as basic operations. Controlling the Image Finishing Touch ..p.46 ...
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Playback Functions Appendix ......p.50 ...........p.69 Explains various operations for playing back and Provides various resources. editing images. Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ..p.69 Playback Mode Palette Items .....p.50 Functions Available with Various Lenses Changing the Playback Method ....p.51 ..............p.72 ...
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Contents How to Use This Manual ......2 Formatting a Memory Card .......... 26 Basic Shooting Operation ......... 27 Introducing the PENTAX Q7....7 Reviewing Images ..........28 Taking Pictures ........29 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..7 Buttons and Dials ............8 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ..
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Movies ................. 43 Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified City ................64 Adjusting the Color and Brightness of Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ....65 Images ..............43 File Management Settings ......... 65 White Balance .............. 43 Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ....
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Regarding copyrights Images taken with this 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.
Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker Lens mount index (red dot) AF assist light/ Self-timer lamp Built-in flash Strap lug Remote control receiver Lens information contacts Card cover CMOS sensor Microphone Hot shoe Remote control receiver Card access lamp Strap lug HDMI terminal Battery...
1 E-dial (V) Buttons and Dials Sets the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. (p.31) You can change the settings when the control panel is displayed. (p.13) You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is displayed. (p.14) In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display multiple images at the same time.
0 Green/Delete button (M/L ) Monitor Display Resets the values being adjusted. Also, you can assign a function to this button. (p.62) Press to delete images during playback. (p.28) Capture Mode a OK button (E) When the camera enters capture mode, the subject and the When the control panel or a menu is displayed, press this current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor.
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tMemo Standby Mode • The displayed items vary depending on the current camera setup. 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 • In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the style of the display in standby mode. (p.16) Control Panel +1.7 +1.7...
16 JPEG Recorded Pixels 20 Recording Sound Level Playback Mode and Quality Level (p.43)/ 21 Destination (p.64) 22 Current date and time Movie Recorded Pixels The captured image and shooting information are displayed in 23 Memory card (p.43) single image display of the playback mode. 17 Shake Reduction/Movie 24 Number of recordable Press G to select the type of information displayed in single...
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24 JPEG Quality (p.43) 31 Custom Image setting Detailed Information Display 25 ND Filter (p.46) 26 White Balance (p.43) 32 Custom Image Still pictures 27 White Balance fine- parameters tuning 33 Recording time 100-0001 100-0001 28 Shooting date and time 34 Sound 55.0mm 55.0mm...
Using the Control Panel How to Change Function Settings You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in The camera functions and their settings can be selected and standby mode. changed by using the following ways. ABCD to select an item. Direct keys Press ABCD...
Using the Menus Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus. to switch the menu tabs. Custom Image Custom Image Digital Filter Digital Filter HDR Capture HDR Capture to select an item.
Menu List Rec. Mode Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the image finishing touch such as color and contrast Custom Image Bright p.46 before shooting an image. Digital Filter Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47 HDR Capture Enables capturing images with high dynamic range.
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page ND Filter Sets whether to use the ND filter built-in to the lens. Distortion Correction Reduces distortions occurring due to lens properties. Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark D-Range Settings Auto p.45 areas from occurring.
Movie Menu Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets whether to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value Exposure Setting Auto p.33 manually. Digital Filter Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47 Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate of the Movie Capture Settings u/30 fps p.43...
Set-up Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Language/W Changes the display language. English p.25 Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.26 Switches the displayed date and time to that of your World Time Hometown p.64 hometown or a specified city.
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Enables saving battery power by setting the display to dim Power Saving automatically if no operations are made within 5 seconds. Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no Auto Power Off 1 min.
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is Subtle 7. AWB in Tungsten Light set to (Auto White Balance). Correction Sets the action priority for when the shutter release button is 8.
• When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment Attaching a Lens that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cover on the camera when a lens is not attached. Make sure that the camera is turned off. •...
uCaution Using the Battery and Charger • Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. Use the battery D-LI68 and battery charger D-BC68P • Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases: exclusively developed for this camera.
• The date and time may be reset if you leave the battery out of your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when the camera for long periods of time. If this happens, set the returned to room temperature. current date and time.
• Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using Close the battery cover. the AC adapter. Pull out the connection cable from the connection cable cover Inserting a Memory Card section. This camera uses a commercially available SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, or SDXC Memory Card.
Initial Settings Close the card cover, and slide it in the direction of Turn the camera on and make the initial settings Turning the Camera On Press the power switch. uCaution • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp Press the switch again to turn off the camera.
Use CD to select a city. Press B, and then press D. Hometown Hometown to change the region. The frame moves to the month if the date format is set to Refer to “List of World Time [mm/dd/yy]. Cities” (p.82) for cities that can be New York New York Use AB to set the month.
• When a memory card is formatted, the volume label assigned Turn the camera on. to the card is “Q7”. When this camera is connected to a Set the mode dial to R . computer, the memory card is recognized as a removable disk with the name “Q7”.
The selected capture mode is Reviewing Images displayed on the monitor (Guide Display). Auto Picture Auto Picture Review the captured image on the monitor. Press B. View the subject on the monitor. The camera enters playback mode and the most recently When using a zoom lens, captured image is displayed turn the zoom ring to the...
Scene Modes Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode Set the mode dial to S. The Scene mode selection screen appears. Select the capture mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. Use ABCD to select a Portrait Portrait The following capture modes are available on this camera. scene mode and press E.
For quick capture of tiny objects at close Quick Macro focus range. Use V to adjust the level of blur. For capturing images of food. Saturation will Food be rather high to make food look appetizing. Check the blur effect in the image For capturing moving pets.
Exposure Modes Use V to adjust the value. × x: Available #: Restricted : Not available Change Change Change EV Com- Mode Shutter Aperture Sensitivity pensation Speed value Program In L mode, press J (1), Automatic and use V (2) to change Exposure the aperture value.
tMemo uCaution • Exposure Bracketing shooting enables you to take pictures • Bulb shooting is available only when using a lens that has a while automatically changing exposure. (p.41) lens shutter. (p.72) • A proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected •...
uCaution Stops playback. • When recording a movie with sound, the camera operation Adjusts the volume (6 levels). sounds are also recorded. • When recording a movie using any image processing Saves the displayed frame as a function, such as Digital Filter, some frames may be omitted JPEG file (when paused).
tMemo Using the Built-in Flash • Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity in [2. Sensitivity Steps] of the E1 menu (default setting: 1 EV Step). • Captured images may show more noise if a higher sensitivity Press C in standby mode. is set.
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tMemo Press B, and use V to • The flash modes that can be selected vary depending on the Auto Flash Discharge Auto Flash Discharge compensate the flash capture mode. output. Capture Mode Selectable Flash Mode +0.7 +0.7 Press to reset the value. Cancel Cancel A, B, C, D,...
Setting the Autofocus Method v/A1 Focusing You can choose from the following autofocus methods. Detects and tracks faces of people. Face Focus Method v/A1 The main face detection frame for AF and Detection AE is displayed in yellow. Set [Focus Method] to v or w in the control panel or [AF/MF Tracks the subject in focus.
Adjusting the Focus Manually Selecting the Desired Focusing Area (Manual Focus) You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). Set [Focus Method] to w. Set [Autofocus Method] to g or h. Press F. The camera is in standby mode. Press F.
Setting the Drive Mode Turn the focus ring. The image on the monitor is magnified. You can choose from the following drive modes. Single Frame Normal capture mode Shooting Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is kept pressed. Available operations Continuous You can capture up to approx.
Self-timer+ Enables Multi-exposure shooting with the self- Continuous Shooting Multi-exposure timer. Remote Enables Multi-exposure shooting with remote Control+ Press D in standby mode. control. Multi-exposure The Drive Mode screen appears. Interval Takes pictures at a set interval from a set time. Shooting Use CD to select M and Continuous Shooting (Hi)
Self-timer Shooting Remote Control Shooting Press D in standby mode. Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. The Drive Mode screen appears. Use CD to select O and Use CD to select Q and Self-timer (12 sec.) Self-timer (12 sec.) Remote Control Remote Control...
Exposure Bracketing Multi-exposure Press D in standby mode. Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. The Drive Mode screen appears. Use CD to select T and press B. Use CD to select V and press B. Use CD to select T or U and press B. Use CD to select V, W or X, and press B.
Interval Shooting Interval Movie Record In C mode, you can use [Interval Movie Record] to take still Press D in standby mode. pictures at a set interval from a set time and save them as a The Drive Mode screen appears. single movie file (Motion JPEG, file extension: .AVI).
Movies v/C1 Shoot. When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is Set the file format for movies in the control panel or [Movie taken. Capture Settings] of the C1 menu. Instant Review is displayed, and then the monitor turns off. After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera Recorded Pixels (default setting), t,...
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White Balance Color Temperature Press E. Approx. 4,000 to The camera returns to standby mode. g Auto 8,000K tMemo Daylight Approx. 5,200K • You can set the white balance for when the flash discharges Shade Approx. 8,000K in [6. WB When Using Flash] of the E1 menu. Cloudy Approx.
• During HDR Capture, multiple images are combined together Adjusting Brightness to create a single image, so it will take time to save the composite image. tMemo Highlight Correction/ v/A2 • Specific HDR settings are used and HDR Capture cannot be Shadow Correction set when mode is selected.
Bright Muted Controlling the Image Finishing Natural Bleach Bypass Touch Portrait Reversal Film Landscape Monochrome Vibrant Cross Processing When you want to take images with a slightly different style, you Radiant can set the desired picture style before you start shooting. The following functions are available.
Digital Filter Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a v/A1 Captured Image Select [Digital Filter] from v or A1 menu and The outcome of Cross Processing for Custom Image and Smart press E. Effect varies each time a picture is taken. If you take a cross The Digital Filter setting screen appears.
Press E. Press D, and use AB to Quick Dial Quick Dial Smart Effect Smart Effect The screen of Step 2 reappears. select the function to save. Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio Focus Method Focus Method Press E. Focus Peaking Focus Peaking ND Filter ND Filter Cancel...
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Shooting with Smart Effect Press F twice. The camera returns to standby mode. Save [Smart Effect] for [Quick Dial]. tMemo • The shooting settings of your favorite images can be saved in In standby mode, turn the quick dial to select the [USER1 - 3] of [Smart Effect].
Item Function Page Playback Mode Palette Items Saves the white balance Save as Manual settings of the captured p.44 Playback functions can be specified image as Manual White Image Rotation Image Rotation in the playback mode palette as well Balance. as the B1 menu (p.17).
Deleting Selected Images Changing the Playback Method Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. Displaying Multiple Images Select the images to You can display 4, 9, 30 or 56 thumbnail images at the same delete. time. (Default setting: 9 Thumbnail Display) Turn V to the left in playback mode.
Displaying Images by Folder Displaying Images by Shooting Date Images will be grouped and displayed by the shooting date. Turn V to the left in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Select G in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. Images”. The folder display screen The display style selection screen appears.
Playing Back Images Continuously Displaying Rotated Images (Slideshow) When you take pictures with the camera held vertically, the image rotation information is saved when shooting. During Select Z in the playback mode palette. playback, the image is automatically rotated based on the Slideshow starts.
uCaution Connecting the Camera to an AV Device • When using the video output, images are output at normal resolution regardless of the resolution supported by the AV You can connect the camera to a TV or other device with a video device.
Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the computer. Turn the camera on. The camera is recognized as a removable disk. If the “Q7” dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click the OK button.
Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping) Editing and Processing Images Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image. Changing the Image Size Display the image to edit in single image display.
Base Parameter Adj Posterization Removing the Red-eye Effect Toy Camera Slim High Contrast Fish-eye You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject Retro Shading to appear with red eyes. Tone Expansion Sketch Invert Color Miniature Display the image to edit in single image Extract Color Soft display.
tMemo Use V to select an image 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 • Up to 20 filters, including a digital filter used during shooting for applying the same filter Performs digital filter Performs digital filter (p.47), can be applied to the same image. processing to this image processing to this image effects, and press E.
Select the background color from white, black, Editing Movies wood grain, cork, or water in [Backgrnd.]. Display the movie to edit in single image Select a type of image selection in [Selection]. display. q Auto Picks images automatically from all of the images saved.
RAW Development Use CD to move the selection frame and press You can convert RAW images into JPEG images, and save 00 ' 05" 00 ' 05" them as a new file. 10 ' 00" 10 ' 00" The segment(s) to delete are specified.
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uCaution Select the parameter • Only RAW images captured with this camera can be setting method and press developed. Develop images as shot Develop images as shot tMemo Develop images with Develop images with modified settings modified settings • When [Develop multiple images] or [Develop images in folder] is selected in Step 2, a “xxxR_JPG”...
Setting the One Push File Format Camera Settings Select [One Push File Format] in [Green Button] of A3 menu. Setting the M/V Functions Select T or S for [Cancel after 1 shot]. The functions assigned to M and V can be changed with The recording format returns to the original file [Green Button] of the A3 menu.
G LINE Adjusts the aperture value and shutter speed to obtain a proper Select [E-dial in Program] Green Button Green Button exposure according to the Program Line. (Default setting) P SHIFT P SHIFT and change the setting. Green Button Green Button I SHIFT Adjusts the shutter speed while the aperture Action in M/TAv Mode Action in M/TAv Mode...
Displaying the Local Date and Time of Press E. the Specified City The save confirmation screen appears. The date and time set in Initial Setting (p.25) serve as the date Select a USER mode 100-0001 100-0001 and time of your present location and are reflected in the number and press E.
tMemo File Management Settings • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.82) for cities that can be selected as a hometown or destination. • Select Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST settings for the hometown. Protecting Images from Deletion •...
• When [Develop multiple images] or [Develop images in Selecting the Folder/File Number Settings folder] of [RAW Development] is performed, a “xxxR_JPG” folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG images are stored in the new folder. (p.60) Folder uCaution •...
• When an Eye-Fi card is used, 100 images can be stored in a Transferring Images via Wireless LAN single folder. For RAW+ images, two files are counted as one image. You can transfer images to your computer via wireless LAN by •...
Available operations Select the number of copies and date setting. ABCD Moves the selection frame. You can specify the desired Shows the single image display. 100-0001 100-0001 DPOF settings for multiple Confirms/cancels the image selection. images. Press G. Copies Copies Date Date 01 01...
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode × #: Restricted : Not available Capture Mode Function - ISO × Sensitivity AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO 1600 × × × × × × Flash Single Frame × ×...
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Capture Mode Function × × Shake Reduction White Balance × × × × × × × × × × × × Custom Image × Digital Filter Smart Effect × × × × HDR Capture × × × × × Save RAW Data Fixed to;...
No focusing mechanism on 07 MOUNT SHIELD Functions Available with Various Set the aperture manually. Lens shutter built-in to the adapter used. Lenses Set [1. Lens Shutter Options] to [Lens and electronic shutters] or [Electronic shutter only] in the E1 menu. When [Lens and electronic shutters] is selected, you can take pictures at higher speeds with the 01 STANDARD PRIME electronic shutter than with the lens shutter.
About Filters Press E. The camera returns to standby mode. Vignetting will occur at the wide-angle setting if a PL100 filter is used with a 02 STANDARD ZOOM lens. tMemo • The focal length setting can be changed in [Input Focal Length] of the A2 menu.
uCaution Functions when Using an • The built-in flash will not discharge if the camera is connected to an external flash. External Flash • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, tMemo AF200FG or AF160FC enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode.
Problem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting [Autofocus Set [Autofocus Method] to e, Method] is set to or i. (p.36) tMemo The focus cannot The capture mode [Autofocus Method] is fixed to • In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to be locked.
Problem Cause Remedy Error Messages Activate [Dust Removal] from the D4 menu. The Dust Removal function can be Error Messages Description activated every time the camera The memory card is full and no more Dust or dirt is turned on and off. Memory card full images can be saved.
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Error Messages Description Error Messages Description Not enough battery Appears when you try to perform Resize, power remaining to Cropping, Red-eye Edit, Digital Filter, Appears during Pixel Mapping or when activate Pixel Mapping Movie Edit, RAW Development, Save as trying to update the firmware if the battery This image cannot be Manual WB, or Save Smart Effect for level is insufficient.
Model Description SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, SDXC Storage Media Type Lens-interchangeable SL digital camera Memory Cards and Eye-Fi Cards Lens Mount PENTAX bayonet Q-mount Date (100_1018, 100_1019...)/ Storage Folder PENTX (100PENTX, 101PENTX...) Compatible Lens Q-mount lenses Monitor Image Capture Unit...
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MF Autozoom Off/×2/×4/×6 Approx. 5 fps, JPEG (wq12M/m/Continuous Hi): up to 5 frames Continuous FPS Exposure Control Approx. 1.5 fps, JPEG (wq12M/m/Continuous Lo): up to 100 frames TTL image sensor metering Type Metering modes: Multi-segment metering, Center- Built-in Flash weighted metering, and Spot metering Built-in retractable P-TTL flash, Guide number: EV 1 to 17 (ISO 100, F1.9 lens), +2 EV with Metering Range...
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Brilliant Color, Unicolor Bold, Vintage Color, Cross Base Parameter Adj, Toy Camera, High Contrast, Processing, Warm Fade, Tone Expansion, Bold Shading, Tone Expansion, Invert Color, Extract Color, Smart Effect Digital Filter Monochrome, Water Color, Vibrant Color Enhance, Unicolor Bold, Water Color, Posterization, Slim, Fish- USER 1-3 eye, Retro, Sketch, Miniature, Soft, Starburst Displayed on LCD monitor (horizontal and vertical...
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Video Output NTSC/PAL Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time Format (When using the fully charged battery) Dimensions and Weight Approx. 102.0 mm (W) × 58.0 mm (H) × 33.5 mm (D) Flash Photography Tempera- Normal Playback Dimensions Battery (excluding the operation parts and protrusion) ture Shooting Time...
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List of World Time Cities Video Video Video Region City Output Region City Output Region City Output Format Format Format Honolulu NTSC Rome Kathmandu Africa/West Asia Anchorage NTSC Copenhagen Dacca Vancouver NTSC Berlin Yangon NTSC San Francisco NTSC Prague Bangkok Los Angeles NTSC Stockholm...
Operating Environment for USB Connection Macintosh and Provided Software Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7 or 10.8 With the provided software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 Intel processor-compatible, Power PC LE”, you can develop RAW files on a computer. Install the 1 GB minimum (2 GB or more recommended) software from the provided CD-ROM (S-SW133).
Index Symbols AE Lock ......62 U mode ......30 Connection cable cover AE Metering..... 34 Bleach Bypass (Custom ........7, 23 A menu ......15 AE-L with AF Locked ..19 Image) ......46 Continuous playback ..53 C menu......17 v........
• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes For Using Your Camera Safely or mouth. • Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the the cord is plugged in. • Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric Reach of Small Children shock.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for Storing Your Camera the battery charger D-BC68P. Do not use it with other devices. • Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera.
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• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards Trademarks previously used with other cameras. • Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft data.
WARRANTY POLICY All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of your purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the camera does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to...
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camera will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If For customers in USA the camera is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation charges are to be borne by the owner.
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for 003. Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals Pour les utilisateurs au Canada PENTAX RICOH IMAGING Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. AMERICAS CORPORATION...
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of 2. In other countries outside the EU Old Equipment and Used Batteries These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish 1. In the European Union to discard used products, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.