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Pentax 30 Operating Manual

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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 Regarding copyrights Images taken using the Optio 30 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 even cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display.

  • Page 3: For Safe Use Of Your Camera

    • If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

  • Page 4: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    • 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 during travelling). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss of benefits that were to be obtained through taking pictures) arising from failure of this product.
  • Page 5 • Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside. • Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ...1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...2 CONTENTS ...4 Contents of the Operating Manual...7 Checking Package Contents ...8 Names of Parts...9 Names of Operating Parts ... 10 Getting Started Attaching the Strap ...11 Powering the Camera ...12 Installing the Batteries ...12 Using the AC Adapter (optional)...14...
  • Page 7 Selecting the Recorded Pixels...41 Selecting the Quality Levels ...42 Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting (White Balance) ...44 Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area) ... 45 Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering) ... 46 Setting the Sensitivity ...47 Setting the Image Sharpness ...48 Setting the Color Saturation ...49...
  • Page 8 Printing All Images...86 Printing Using the Printing Service Settings (DPOF)...86 Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer ...87 Editing / Settings Editing Images ...88 Changing the Image Size ...88 Trimming Images...90 Editing Images with Digital Filters...92 Camera Settings...94 Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ... 94 Changing the Date Style and Date / Time ...95 Changing the Display Language ...95 Changing the Start-up Screen / Background Color ...96...

  • Page 9: Contents Of The Operating Manual

    Contents 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 Quick Start––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––...

  • Page 10: Checking Package Contents

    Checking Package Contents Camera Optio 30 USB cable I-USB6 (*) Operating Manual (PC Connection Manual) About items marked with (∗) ∗ Items marked with (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to the list on page 106.

  • Page 11: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Front Back Shutter release button Power switch Self-timer lamp Flash DC input terminal USB output terminal Lens Viewfinder lamp (red) Viewfinder Strap lug LCD monitor Battery / Card cover Tripod socket...

  • Page 12: Names Of Operating Parts

    Names of Operating Parts Guide indications A guide to available button operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below. Four-way controller (2) Four-way controller (3) Four-way controller (4) Four-way controller (5) MENU button Q Playback button )/i button Zoom/f/y button...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Attaching the Strap Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.

  • Page 14: Powering The Camera

    Powering the Camera Battery / Card cover Installing the Batteries Install batteries in the camera. Use one CR-V3, or use two AA lithium batteries, AA Ni-MH batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. Slide the battery / card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and flip the cover open.

  • Page 15: Battery Level Indicator

    Approx. 420 AA alkaline batteries Approx. 140 • These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Results may vary depending on the capture mode and shooting conditions. • Generally, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases. When the camera is used in a cold environment, keep this product warm by holding it in some protection against cold or inside the clothes.

  • Page 16: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)

    Using the AC Adapter (optional) If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended. Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera.

  • Page 17: Installing / Removing The Sd Memory Card

    Installing / Removing the SD Memory Card This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted (? icon on the LCD monitor), or in the Built-in memory if no card is inserted (@ icon on the LCD monitor).

  • Page 18: Data Backup

    • Data stored on an SD Memory Card may be deleted under the following conditions. PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding deleted data. (1) When the user mishandles the SD Memory Card...

  • Page 19: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The camera will turn on. The lens cover opens and the lens extends. Press the power switch again to turn the camera off. Card check feature When the camera is turned on and the Built-in memory is being used, @ appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 20: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings If the initial settings screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and current date and time. If the date and time that appear at the bottom right of the LCD monitor are not the current date and time, follow the instructions for “Changing the Date Style and Date / Time”...

  • Page 21: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time, and the display style. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the date and time display style. Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 will be displayed above and below “24h”.

  • Page 22: Setting The Recorded Pixels And The Quality Levels

    Use the four-way controller (23) to change the day and press the four-way controller (5) again. 2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the year. Repeat step 7 to change the [year], [hour], and [minutes]. Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take a picture.
  • Page 23 • The above table indicates the number of images when using the Built-in memory (16MB). • The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture mode, SD Memory Card, etc. Settings in the SIMPLE Menu This camera has two types of menus: SIMPLE menu, which can set commonly used functions, and FULL menu, which can set all functions.

  • Page 24: Quick Start

    For the simplest procedure to take still pictures: The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions. Press the power switch. The camera will turn on. Confirm the subject and shooting information on the LCD monitor. The focus frame in the middle of the LCD monitor indicates the zone of automatic focusing.
  • Page 25 Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows. • Press halfway When the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway), the focus, exposure and white balance are locked. You can find the following information on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder lamp.

  • Page 26: Playing Back Still Pictures

    Playing Back Still Pictures Playing Back Images You can display the still picture. Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image taken will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Playing Back Previous or Next Images Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward or backward.

  • Page 27: Deleting A Displayed Image

    Deleting a Displayed Image During this time you can delete the image by pressing the i button (the Delete screen will be displayed), press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete], and then pressing the OK button. Press the shutter release button halfway or fully to return to capture mode.

  • Page 28: Common Operations

    Common Operations Using the Button Functions The buttons on your camera will function differently in different camera modes. Capture Mode ) button Changes the capture mode as follows. Macro mode (1p.38), Infinity-landscape mode (1p.38), Manual focus mode (1p.38) Zoom button Changes the size of the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

  • Page 29: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode i button Deletes the image. (1p.78) Zoom/f/y button Press y during normal playback to change the size of the Zoom Display image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.72) Press f during normal playback to display nine images at once. (1p.74) Z button Protects the image from deletion.

  • Page 30: Setting The Menus

    Setting the Menus When you press the MENU button, the menus are displayed on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings, and change the camera settings on these menus. This camera has two types of menus: SIMPLE menu, which can set commonly used functions, and FULL menu, which can set all functions.

  • Page 31: Basic Operation Of The Simple Menu

    Basic Operation of the SIMPLE Menu The SIMPLE menu screen displays only commonly used menus. The same menu will be displayed in both Capture mode and Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (23) to select an item. Use the four-way controller (23) to move the frame up or down. A description of the item in the frame is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 32 Example of SIMPLE Menu Operation I m a g e Q u a l i t y S u p e r i o r M o v i e D i g i t a l Z o o m Ta k e u s i n g s e t t i n g s b e l o w.

  • Page 33: Basic Operation Of The Full Menu

    Basic Operation of the FULL Menu The FULL menu screen displays all of the menus. The FULL menu screen displays the [A Rec.Mode], [Q Playback] and [B Set-up] menus. Use the four-way controller (45) to select a menu. When the frame is at the menu tab, use the four-way controller (45) to change the menu.
  • Page 34 Example of FULL Menu Operation (When the MENU Button is Pressed in Capture Mode) [A Rec.Mode] Menu R e c . M o d e 2048x1536 R e c o r d e d P i x e l s Q u a l i t y L e v e l W h i t e B a l a n c e F o c u s i n g A r e a...

  • Page 35: Full Menu List

    FULL Menu List [A Rec.Mode] Menu Item Description Recorded For selecting the size of recorded Pixels pixels Quality For selecting the image Level compression ratio White For adjusting the color balance Balance according to lighting Focusing For changing the area of the Area autofocus For setting the metering method to...
  • Page 36 [B Set-up] Menu Item Format For formatting the SD Memory Card or the Built-in memory Date Adjust For changing the initial date and time settings For changing the language in which menus and messages are Language/ displayed Screen Setting For setting the start-up screen and background screen USB Connection For changing the USB connection mode Sleep Timeout For setting the power saving function...

  • Page 37: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Setting the Shooting Functions Changing the Mode Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images. Switching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode • To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the Q Playback button.

  • Page 38: In Capture Mode

    Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The virtual mode dial appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select a mode. The icon will be surrounded by a square frame. Press the OK button. The icon of the selected Capture mode is displayed and the camera is ready to take pictures.

  • Page 39: Displaying Shooting Information In Capture Mode

    Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode You can display information on the LCD monitor when shooting. Following display modes can be changed by pressing the OK button each time. Normal Display Shooting information is displayed when the power is turned on. 1 Flash mode 2 Shooting mode 3 Focus mode...

  • Page 40: Selecting The Focus Mode

    Selecting the Focus Mode Focus Mode (No icon) Autofocus mode Macro mode Infinity-landscape mode Manual focus mode Press the ) button in Capture mode. The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed and the set mode is displayed on the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take a picture in the set focus mode.
  • Page 41 Manual Focus In z mode, press the four-way controller (23) to enlarge the central portion of the screen to full screen on the LCD monitor. Use the four-way controller to adjust the focus while watching the image on the monitor. The current focus position is displayed on the left of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Flash Mode

    Selecting the Flash Mode Auto flash (No icon) Flash Off Flash On Auto flash + Red-eye reduction Flash On + Red-eye reduction • The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to Movie Picture mode, Continuous Shooting or Multi Continuous Shooting, or when the focus mode is set to Infinity-Landscape.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Recorded Pixels

    Selecting the Recorded Pixels You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels there are, the larger the image size and file size. The image file size will also differ according to the quality level settings. 2048×1536 Suitable for printing on A4 paper 1600×1200...

  • Page 44: Selecting The Quality Levels

    Selecting the Quality Levels You can choose the image compression ratio. The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The recorded pixels setting also changes the picture volume. Best Better Good Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec.
  • Page 45 Settings in the SIMPLE Menu In the SIMPLE menu, the recorded pixels and quality level are set by the Image Quality. You can choose from the following four qualities. Image Quality Superior Super Normal Economy Recorded Pixels 2048×1536 1600×1200 1024×768 640×480 Quality Level...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Color Balance According To Lighting (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting (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 Daylight Shade Tungsten Light Fluorescent Light Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec.

  • Page 47: Changing The Af Area (Focusing Area)

    Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area) You can change the autofocus area. Multiple Normal range Spot The autofocus range becomes smaller. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed. (1p.28) Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area].

  • Page 48: Setting The Light Metering Range To Determine The Exposure (Ae Metering)

    Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering) You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure. Multi-segment Center-weighted Spot Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed.

  • Page 49: Setting The Sensitivity

    Setting the Sensitivity You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. Auto The camera sets the sensitivity automatically. • The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the less noise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions. •...

  • Page 50: Setting The Image Sharpness

    Setting the Image Sharpness You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed. (1p.28) Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness].

  • Page 51: Setting The Color Saturation

    Setting the Color Saturation You can set the color saturation. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed. (1p.28) Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Saturation].

  • Page 52: Setting The Image Contrast

    Setting the Image Contrast You can set the image contrast. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed. (1p.28) Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x (Normal) to z (High) or y...

  • Page 53: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures When an SD Memory Card has been inserted, all images are saved to the card. Images are saved to the Built-in memory when no card has been inserted. Setting the Functions (Program Mode) In Program mode (e), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures.

  • Page 54: Selecting The Picture Mode According To The Shooting Scene (Picture Mode)

    Selecting the Picture Mode according to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode) You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. Picture Mode There are nine available modes in Picture mode. Landscape mode Night-Scene mode Lets you take dark scenes such as night views. Night-Scene Portrait mode Portrait mode...

  • Page 55: Press The Shutter Release Button Halfway

    Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The virtual mode dial appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the Picture mode. Press the OK button. The Picture mode is selected. The example shows the images when the H (Landscape mode) is selected.
  • Page 56 Taking Pictures in the Pet Mode In the Pet mode, you can take pictures that enhance the color of your pet’s coat. Select the appropriate icon depending on whether your pet has a light- colored coat or a dark-colored coat. Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.

  • Page 57: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)

    Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode) Using the provided software (ACDSee for PENTAX), you can join multiple images and easily create panoramic photos. Use Panorama Assist mode to combine images taken so that edges overlap to create a single panoramic photo.
  • Page 58 To cancel Panorama mode, change to another mode. • You cannot use the camera itself to create panoramic images. Use the provided software (ACDSee for PENTAX) to join the pictures. For details on creating panorama images, see the separate booklet “PC Connection Manual”.

  • Page 59: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The picture will be taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode to display g or r on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway.

  • Page 60: Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting / Multi Continuous Shooting)

    Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting / Multi Continuous Shooting) Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. There are two available modes: Continuous Shooting and Multi Continuous Shooting. j Continuous Shooting _ Multi Continuous Shooting Pictures are taken four frames at a time and saved as a single image. Press the four-way controller (2) to display j or _ on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 61: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to take pictures in Tele or Wide mode. Press the Zoom button in Capture mode. x : Makes the subject bigger w : Makes the subject smaller When the digital zoom function is disabled, you can take pictures at up to three times magnification using the optical zoom.
  • Page 62 Enabling the Digital Zoom Function Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The SIMPLE menu or the [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Zoom]. Press the four-way controller (5) to select [On]. Press the OK button.

  • Page 63: Ev Compensation

    EV Compensation You can take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or under- exposed. Press the four-way controller (45) in Capture Mode. To brighten, set positive +. To darken, set negative –. EV Compensation values can be selected in 1/3 EV steps in the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 The EV Compensation setting is displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 64: Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode)

    Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) This mode enables you to take moving images. The recording time for a single movie is displayed at the top right of the LCD monitor. Sound cannot be recorded. Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.
  • Page 65 Press the shutter release button. Shooting will start. You can change the size of the image using the Zoom button. : Makes the subject bigger : Makes the subject smaller Press the shutter release button. Shooting will end. The remaining available recording time is displayed. Keeping the shutter release button pressed If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second, pictures will be taken for as long as you keep the button pressed.

  • Page 66: Changing The Recorded Pixels Setting When Taking Movie Pictures

    Changing the Recorded Pixels Setting When Taking Movie Pictures In Movie Picture mode, you can choose the number of recorded pixels from [320×240] and [160×120]. The more pixels there are, the larger the image size but the shorter the recording time. Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
  • Page 67 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the recorded pixels. Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take the movie picture. Taking Movie Pictures 1p.62 M o v i e 320x240 R e c o r d e d P i x e l s C o l o r M o d e F u l l C o l o r F a s t F w d M o v i e...

  • Page 68: Changing The Color Mode Setting When Taking Movie Pictures

    Changing the Color Mode Setting When Taking Movie Pictures You can take a movie picture in one of three color mode settings: Full Color, B&W or Sepia. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The SIMPLE menu or the [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
  • Page 69 Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Color Mode]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the [Color Mode]. Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take the movie picture. Taking Movie Pictures 1p.62 M o v i e 320x240 R e c o r d e d P i x e l s C o l o r M o d e...

  • Page 70: Taking Time-Lapse Movie Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie)

    Taking Time-lapse Movie Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie) This mode lets you take movie pictures at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back, the action appears speeded up. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The SIMPLE menu or the [A Rec.Mode] menu will be displayed. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
  • Page 71 Use the four-way controller (45) to select [Off (×1)], [×2], [×5], [×10], [×20], [×50] or [×100]. Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take the movie picture. • Off (×1) is the normal setting for movie pictures (15 frames per second).

  • Page 72: Saving The Settings (Memory)

    Saving the Settings (Memory) Saving the Menu Items (Memory) You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the camera is turned off. If you select O (On), the settings will be saved in the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select P (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off.
  • Page 73 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed. Press the Zoom/f/y button if the SIMPLE menu is displayed. (1p.28) Full menu is displayed. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory]. Press the four-way controller (5). The Memory menu will be displayed.

  • Page 74: Playback / Deleting

    Playback / Deleting Playing Back Images When an SD Memory Card has been inserted, images saved on the card are played back. Images are played back from the Built-in memory when no card has been inserted. Playing Back Still Pictures See “Playing Back Images”...

  • Page 75: Displaying Shooting Information In Playback Mode

    Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode You can display information on the LCD monitor when playing back. The display mode can be changed by pressing the OK button. Normal Display Shooting information is displayed. 1 Playback mode 2 Folder name, File name 3 Protect icon 4 Card / Built-in memory icon 5 Four-way controller operation guide...

  • Page 76: Nine Image Display

    Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. Enter the Playback mode and choose an image with the four-way controller (45). Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y button. Nine images will be displayed with the selected image in the center. Choose an image with the four-way controller (2345).

  • Page 77: Playing Back Movie Pictures

    Playing Back Movie Pictures You can play back movie pictures. A guide to operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during playback. Enter the Playback mode and choose the movie picture you want to play back with the four-way controller (45). Press the four-way controller (2).

  • Page 78: Copying Files

    Copying Files You can copy files from the Built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. You cannot select this function if no card has been inserted in the camera. When files are copied from the Built-in memory to the SD Memory Card, all the files are copied at once.
  • Page 79 To copy from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in memory Select [ button. The image selection screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to copy. Press the OK button. The selected image will be copied to the Built-in memory. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to copy more images.

  • Page 80: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image You can delete the images one at a time. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. (1p.80) Enter the Playback mode and choose the image to delete with the four-way controller (45). Press the i button.

  • Page 81: Deleting All Images

    Deleting All Images You can delete all the images at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. (1p.80) Enter the Playback mode and press the i button twice. The Delete All Images screen will be displayed.

  • Page 82: Protecting Images From Deletion (Protect)

    Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. Enter the Playback mode and choose the image to protect with the four-way controller (45). Press the Z button. The Protect screen will be displayed. Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect].

  • Page 83: Setting The Printing Service (Dpof)

    Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printer or at a printing service. Printing Single Image Set the following items for each image. Copies: Set the number of prints up to a maximum of 99. Date: Specify whether you want the date imprinted on the print or not.
  • Page 84 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O[On] or P [Off]. O (On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted. Press the OK button. Prints can be set according to the settings. •...

  • Page 85: Printing All Images

    Printing All Images Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way controller (2). The DPOF screen will be displayed. Press the four-way controller (2). The DPOF (All Images) screen will be displayed. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the number of prints. You can print up to 99 copies.

  • Page 86: Printing Directly From The Camera Connected To A Printer (Pictbridge)

    Printing Directly from the Camera Connected to a Printer (PictBridge) When you use the USB cable provided with the camera (I-USB6) to connect the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. The selection of the images to print and the number of prints are set using the controls on the camera after the camera has been connected to the printer.

  • Page 87: Printing Single Image

    Printing Single Image Select [Print One] by pressing the four-way controller (23). Press the OK button. The Print screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to print. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the number of prints. You can set up to 10 prints.

  • Page 88: Printing All Images

    Printing All Images Select [Print All] by pressing the four-way controller (23). Press the OK button. The Print All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to check the images. Use the four-way controller (23) to select the number of prints. You can select the number of prints.

  • Page 89: Disconnecting The Camera From The Printer

    Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer After you have finished printing images, disconnect the camera from the printer. Turn the camera off. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. If you press the MENU button while the “Continue printing ?” message is displayed, the message “Safely remove USB cable”...

  • Page 90: Editing / Settings

    Editing / Settings Editing Images Changing the Image Size By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. After changing the size, the image can be saved as a new image or written over the original image. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 91 Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [Recorded Pixels]. Press the four-way controller (3). The select frame moves to [Quality Level]. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [Quality Level]. Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].

  • Page 92: Trimming Images

    Trimming Images You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image. Press the MENU button. Press the four-way controller (5). The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed. If the SIMPLE menu is displayed, press the Zoom/f/y button and press the four-way controller ( Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Trimming].
  • Page 93 Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the quality level after trimming. Press the OK button. The trimmed image will be saved as a separate image. • Movie pictures cannot be trimmed. • You cannot select a higher quality than that of the original image. 100-0001 S e l e c t i m a g e q u a l i t y Q u a l i t y L e v e l...

  • Page 94: Editing Images With Digital Filters

    Editing Images with Digital Filters The filters consist of color filters such as red, blue, and green, and a brightness filter that adjusts the brightness of the image. In Digital Filter mode, these filters can be used to edit an image. Color Filters Eight color filters are provided: black-and-white, sepia, red, pink, violet, blue, green and yellow.
  • Page 95 Press the MENU button. Press the four-way controller (5). The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed. If the SIMPLE menu is displayed, press the Zoom/f/y button and press the four-way controller ( Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Filter]. Press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 96: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card if you are using a card, and all the data in the Built-in memory if there is no card inserted.

  • Page 97: Changing The Date Style And Date / Time

    F o r m a t D a t e A d j u s t S c r e e n S e t t i n g U S B C o n n e c t i o n E x i t MENU Changing the Date Style and Date / Time...

  • Page 98: Changing The Start-Up Screen / Background Color

    How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Changing the Start-up Screen / Background Color Select [Screen Setting] on the SIMPLE Menu or the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller ( The Display Setting screen will be displayed. Changing the Start-up Screen You can display an image recorded with the camera as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on.

  • Page 99: Setting The Background Color

    F o r m a t D a t e A d j u s t S c r e e n S e t t i n g U S B C o n n e c t i o n MENU E x i t Setting the Background Color...

  • Page 100: Sleep Timeout

    How to recall the [B Set-up] menu Sleep Timeout You can set the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. Select [Sleep Timeout] on the [B Set-up] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [30sec], [1min], [2min] or [Off].

  • Page 101: Changing The Usb Connection Mode

    F o r m a t D a t e A d j u s t S c r e e n S e t t i n g U S B C o n n e c t i o n MENU E x i t Changing the USB Connection Mode...

  • Page 102: Appendix

    Appendix Messages Messages such as the following may be displayed on the LCD monitor during camera operation. Compression error Memory card full Built-in Memory full Data being recorded The image is being recorded on the SD Memory Image folder could not be created No image Camera cannot...
  • Page 103 Card not formatted The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or has been formatted on a PC or other device and is not compatible with the camera. (p.94) Formatting The SD Memory Card or Built-in memory is being formatted.

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Power will Battery is not not come installed Battery / card cover is open Battery is installed incorrectly Battery power is low No image Camera is connected on the to PC with USB cable Image is displayed monitor but is hard to see Shutter Flash is charging...
  • Page 105 Problem Cause Subject is Subject difficult to not in focus on focus Subject is not in focusing area Subject is too close Focus mode is set on Picture is Subject is too far dark away in a dark environment, such as a night scene Background is dark Flash...

  • Page 106: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Image Storage Capacity Quality Level Recorded Pixels 2048×1536 1600×1200 1024×768 640×480 • When using the Built-in memory (16MB) White Balance Lens Digital Zoom Viewfinder LCD Monitor Playback Functions Fully automatic compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens...
  • Page 107 Wide : Approx. 0.2m - 2.9m w / sensitivity AUTO Tele : Approx. 0.5m - 1.7m w / sensitivity AUTO (with LCD monitor on, flash fired for 50% of shots and using a lithium battery CR-V3, in accordance with PENTAX measuring conditions) (full zoom range) ∞ (full zoom range)

  • Page 108: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for this camera. AC Adapter D-AC5 Camera Case O-CC2 Strap O-ST18 (*) USB Cable I-USB6 (*) Items marked with (*) are the same products provided with the camera.
  • Page 109 Memo...

  • Page 110: 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 111 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 112 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 113: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 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 114 Memo...
  • Page 115 Memo...
  • Page 116 PENTAX France S.A.S. PENTAX Benelux B.V. PENTAX (Schweiz) AG PENTAX Scandinavia AB PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. PENTAX Canada Inc. http://www.digital.pentax.co.jp • Printed on recycled paper • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.

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