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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX
Digital Camera.
When you use this camera for the first time,
it is recommended you read this Quick Guide
first in order to gain a feel for the basic
operation of the camera. Refer to the
separately supplied "Operating Manual"
for further explanation of functions and
advanced operations of the camera.
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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. When you use this camera for the first time, it is recommended you read this Quick Guide first in order to gain a feel for the basic operation of the camera. Refer to the separately supplied “Operating Manual”...
  • Page 2 To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

  • Page 3: For Using Your Camera Safely

    • 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. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 4 PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 5 • Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.
  • Page 6 • Precautions for D-LI109 Battery Usage: USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY. - DO NOT INCINERATE. - DO NOT DISASSEMBLE. - DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT. - DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F/60°C) About the Usage of AA Batteries Warning • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them.
  • Page 7 Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children Warning • Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children. 1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious personal injuries.

  • Page 8: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling).
  • Page 9 • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.) •...
  • Page 10 Other Precautions • 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 being Write-protect switch deleted, and the card from being formatted by the camera or computer.
  • Page 11 • Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted data can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information.

  • Page 12: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera came complete with the items listed below. P Strap O-ST53 P Camera P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW128 P USB cable I-USB7 Landscape Landscape P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery P Battery charger D-BC109 For capturing landscape views.
  • Page 13 Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Back Built-in flash Mode dial Shutter release button Main switch Viewfinder U/i button Q button SD Memory Card slot SD Memory Card cover 4 button Four-way controller 3 button Bottom Monitor Battery cover In this Quick Guide, the arrow keys to be pressed are shown as indicated on the right.
  • Page 14 Monitor Indicators Status Screen (when using the viewfinder) 2000 1600 Live View [ 128 ] [ 128 ] 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Camera For Use

    Preparing the Camera for Use Attaching the Strap and Lens Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card Charge the battery before use. SD Memory Card Battery...

  • Page 16: Turning The Camera On

    Turning the Camera On Turn the main switch to ON Making the Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Select the desired language and then set the date and time. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language.
  • Page 17 Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time). Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 4 button to display the [Initial Setting] screen again. Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 18: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    Formatting an SD Memory Card Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera or digital device. Be aware that formatting deletes all the data stored in the SD Memory Card. Format Format All data will be deleted...

  • Page 19: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Once the camera is ready for use, you can start taking pictures. Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings First, try taking pictures with the easiest way. You can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor (Live View).
  • Page 20 [Shooting with Live View] Press the U/i button and view the subject on the monitor. When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring to frame the subject. Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. You will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus.
  • Page 21 [Shooting with Live View] [ 128 ] [ 128 ] 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken.
  • Page 22 Taking Pictures According to the Shooting Scene You can choose from various types of scene modes to match the shooting conditions. Set the mode dial to H. Portrait Portrait The Scene Mode selection screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a scene For capturing portraits.

  • Page 23: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Set the mode dial to C. Position the subject on the monitor, and press the shutter release button halfway. Press the shutter release button fully. Movie recording starts. Press the shutter release button 10'30" 10'30" again. Movie recording stops.
  • Page 24 Functions of the Four-way Controller In standby mode, press the four-way controller to select the following functions. Set the Flash Mode. Press the E button to pop up the built-in flash. Select the Sensitivity from [ISO AUTO] or [ISO] (fixed value). Set the Drive Mode such Set the White Balance.

  • Page 25: Reviewing Images

    Reviewing Images You can play back captured images on the monitor. Press the Q button after taking a picture. The captured image is displayed on the monitor. Use the four-way controller (45) to display the previous or next image. Memo You can display multiple images at once.
  • Page 26 Selecting a Playback Function You can choose the playback function you want to use from the playback mode palette. Press the four-way controller Image Rotation Image Rotation (3) while an image is displayed. You can select a playback function. Rotates captured images. Rotates captured images.
  • Page 27 For details on how to use the A, refer to the Operating Manual. A Operating Manual...
  • Page 28 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 equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
  • Page 29 MEMO...
  • Page 30 23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang CHINA CO., LTD. Road, Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032, CHINA (http://www.pentax.com.cn) • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. OPK300171/ENG Copyright © PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD. 2012 FOM 01.06.2012 Printed in Europe...

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