Page 1 PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk) PENTAX France S.A.S. 12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE PENTAX Benelux B.V.
Page 2 Regarding copyrights Images taken using the Optio S4i 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 Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical 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 electrical shock.
Page 5 AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.
Page 6: 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 7 • 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 8: Table Of Contents
Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ... 1 Care to be Taken During Handling ... 4 Contents ... 6 Contents of the Operating Manual ... 9 Checking the Contents of the Package ... 10 Names of Parts... 11 Names of Operating Parts ... 12 Getting Started Attaching the Strap ...
Page 9 Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ... 43 Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode) ... 44 Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)... 46 Taking Soft-Contoured Pictures (Soft Focus Mode)... 48 Taking Posterization-Type Pictures (Posterization Mode)... 49 Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode) ... 50 Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode) ...
Page 10 Deleting Images, Moving Pictures and Sound ... 95 Deleting a Single Image or Sound... 95 Deleting All Images ... 97 Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) ... 98 Viewing Images on a TV ... 99 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ... 100 Printing Single Images ...
Page 11: 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 12: Checking The Contents Of The Package
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Strap Software (CD-ROM) Optio S4i O-ST20 (∗) S-SW20 AV cable USB cable Rechargeable I-AVC7 (∗) I-USB7 (∗) lithium-ion battery D-LI8 (∗) Battery charger AC plug cord Operating Manual D-BC20 (∗) D-CO2J (this manual)
Page 13: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Front Back Power indicator Power switch Remote control receiver Shutter release button Flash Microphone Lens Self-timer lamp USB/AV terminal Strap lug DC input terminal Terminal cover Viewfinder Focus status lamp (green) Flash status lamp (red) LCD monitor Speaker Battery charger terminal Battery/Card cover...
Page 14: Names Of Operating Parts
Names of Operating Parts Guide Indications A guide to available button operations appears 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 Shutter release button QUICK button button...
Page 15: 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 16: Powering The Camera
Powering the Camera Battery lock lever Installing the Battery Install the battery provided with the camera. Open the battery/card cover. Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and flip the cover open Insert the battery with the monitor while using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Page 17: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Use the optional D-BC20 battery charger to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery depleted] message appears. You can charge the battery without removing it from the camera. Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger D-BC20.
Page 18 Charging the Battery by Itself You can remove the battery from the camera and charge it. Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX name is visible. The charging indicator blinks red while the battery is charging and lights red when charging is completed.
Page 19 Number of recordable images: Approx. 180 (at 25°C with the LCD Playback time: • The above figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions and may vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions. • In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases.
Page 20: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)
To power outlet AC plug cord 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-AC8 is recommended. Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover.
Page 21 Precautions When Using the Battery Charger or AC Adapter To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the battery charger or AC adapter, be sure to read the section on “FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA” on page 1. Refer to page 132 for the specifications of the battery charger and AC adapter.
Page 22: Installing The Sd Memory Card
Installing the SD Memory Card To remove the card, push in and pull out An SD Memory Card can be used with this camera. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted ( LCD monitor) or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted ( on the LCD monitor).
Page 23 • When you purchase the SD Memory Cards, access the PENTAX website and confirm beforehand if they have compatibilty with your camera. Inquiries on the card compatibility can also be answered by your nearest PENTAX service center.
Page 24: Image Size And Quality
• The above table indicates the number of images when using the built-in memory (10MB). • 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.
Page 25: Initial Settings
Initial Settings If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current date and time. If the Initial Settings screen appears: p.23 - 24 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 26: 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 choose the date and time display style. Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 appear above and below “24h”. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display).
Page 27 Repeat Step 7 to change the [year], [hour] and [minutes]. Choose AM or PM if you selected [12h] in Step 3. Press the OK button when you have finished the settings. The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time using the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen.
Page 28: Quick Start
Taking Still Pictures Viewfinder QUICK button LCD monitor The simplest procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions. Press the power switch. The camera turns on. Confirm the subject and shooting information on the LCD monitor.
Page 29 Using the Shutter Release Button The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows. Press halfway The focus, exposure and white balance are locked when the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway). The shutter speed and aperture settings only appear on the LCD monitor when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Page 30: Playing Back Still Pictures
Playing Back Still Pictures LCD monitor Playing Back an Image You can display the still picture you have just taken. Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. Playing Back the Previous or Next Image Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward or backward.
Page 31: Rotating The Displayed Image
Rotating the Displayed Image Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. Press the four-way controller (3). The image is rotated 90° clockwise each time the button is pressed. Press the four-way controller (2) to return to normal playback. The zoom display and nine-image display functions cannot be used with rotated images, nor can DPOF or delete/protect settings be made.
Page 32: Common Operations
Common Operations Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The power switch is illuminated by a green light. The lens extends and the camera turns on in the Capture mode. The camera is ready to take pictures by pressing the shutter release button.
Page 33: Lens Closed Playback Mode
Lens Closed Playback Mode When the camera is turned on in the Lens Closed Playback mode, the lens does not extend. Use this mode when you want to play back pictures one after another. Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback button.
Page 34: Using The Button Functions
Using the Button Functions Capture Mode QUICK button Switches to the Green mode, the easiest way to take pictures. ( You can assign a different function to the QUICK button by selecting [QUICK Button] on the [B Set-up] menu. (1p.122) b button Changes the flash mode.
Page 35 Four-way controller ( ) Selects self-timer mode, remote control mode and continuous shooting mode. ) Displays the Capture mode screen and changes the Capture mode. (23) Adjusts the focus in manual focus mode. ( OK button Selects a menu item. ( Performs spot autofocus at the standard autofocus distance in manual focus mode.
Page 36: Playback Mode
Playback Mode QUICK button Switches to the Green mode, the easiest way to take pictures. ( You can assign a different function to the QUICK button by selecting [QUICK Button] on the [B Set-up] menu. (1p.122) button Deletes the image displayed on the LCD monitor. ( button Protects the image displayed on the LCD monitor from deletion.
Page 37: Voice Recording Mode
Voice Recording Mode Shutter release button When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. When pressed for more than one second, recording continues for as long as the button is held down and stops when the button is released. Q Playback button Switches to Lens Closed Playback mode.
Page 38: Setting The Menus
Setting the Menus When you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and change the camera settings on these menus. How to Set the Menus When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor.
Page 39: Example Of Menu Operation
Example of Menu Operation MENU button Rec.Mode] Menu Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto Exit MENU Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto Exit...
Page 40: Menu List
Menu List Rec.Mode] Menu Yes ··· Adjustable No ··· Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the menu, but any changes you make are invalid in actual operation. Item Description Recorded For selecting the number Pixels of pixels For selecting the image Quality Level...
Page 41 Playback] Menu Item Slideshow For playing recorded images successively Resize For changing the size of images Trimming For trimming images For copying files from the built-in memory to the SD Copy Image & Sound Memory Card and vice versa Alarm For setting the alarm to ring at a specific time Record Voice Memo For adding a voice memo to an image For playing back images at the maximum zoom size by...
Page 42: Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures Taking Pictures Taking Pictures by the Simplest Procedure (Green Mode) The Green mode lets you take pictures quickly and easily, simply by pressing the shutter release button. In Q (Green) mode, the camera automatically sets all the functions, including the shutter speed and aperture.
Page 43: Setting The Functions (Program Mode)
Setting the Functions (Program Mode) (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other functions such as the Flash mode or Continuous Shooting mode. Press the four-way controller ( The Capture mode screen appears.
Page 44: 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. There are ten available modes in Picture mode. H Landscape Lets you capture the natural colors of landscape views. I Flower Lets you take brightly colored flower pictures.
Page 45: Taking Pictures Of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode)
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings. Press the four-way controller ( The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Scene mode). Press the OK button.
Page 46: Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode)
Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode) This mode enables you to take moving pictures and sound. Press the four-way controller ( in Capture mode. The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Picture mode). Press the OK button. The following shooting information appears on the LCD monitor and the camera is ready to take moving pictures.
Page 47 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. Shooting stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button. •...
Page 48: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)
You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX) and a computer are necessary for joining the images. The Panorama Assist mode enables you to overlap the edges of the images so that they are easier to join together later into a panorama picture.
Page 49 To cancel Panorama Assist mode, change to another mode. • The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX, ACD Photostitcher). Refer to “Viewing Digital Camera Images on a PC” for instructions on creating panorama pictures.
Page 50: Taking Soft-Contoured Pictures (Soft Focus Mode)
Taking Soft-Contoured Pictures (Soft Focus Mode) You can take pictures with a soft lens effect. Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select $ (Soft Focus mode). Press the OK button. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 51: Taking Posterization-Type Pictures (Posterization Mode)
Taking Posterization-Type Pictures (Posterization Mode) You can take posterization-type pictures with sharp outlines. Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select W (Posterization mode). Press the OK button. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 52: Taking Pictures With Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode)
Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode) The filters consist of color filters such as red, blue and green, and a slim filter that produces a slim effect. The Digital Filter mode enables you to take pictures using these filters. Taking Pictures with the Color Filter Press the four-way controller ( The Capture Mode screen appears.
Page 53 Taking Pictures with the Slim Filter (O) The screen for setting the slimness level appears when you select the slim filter in Digital Filter mode. Use the four-way controller (23) to select O (Slim Filter mode). Use the four-way controller ( to set the slimness.
Page 54: Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode)
Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode) In User mode, you can take pictures using the functions and settings registered in advance in User mode. Press the four-way controller ( The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select mode).
Page 55: Taking Underwater Pictures (Marine Mode)
Taking Underwater Pictures (Marine Mode) In Marine mode, you can use the optional waterproof case to take underwater pictures that capture the blueness of the sea. Taking Underwater Still Pictures (Marine Mode) Press the four-way controller ( The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select M (Marine mode).
Page 56 Taking Underwater Moving Pictures (Marine Moving Picture Mode) Press the four-way controller ( The Capture Mode screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select M (Marine mode). Press the OK button. The Marine Mode screen appears. Press the QUICK button. The camera switches to N (Marine Moving Picture mode).
Page 57: Taking 3D Pictures (3D Image Mode)
Taking 3D Pictures (3D Image Mode) You can take 3D pictures and view them by the parallel method or cross method. The default setting is [Parallel]. If you print out 3D pictures for viewing by the parallel method and look at them through the optional 3D image viewer, the image will appear in three dimensions.
Page 58 Selecting the Viewing Mode Press the MENU button. The [ Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( to select [3D Mode]. Use the four-way controller ( to select [Parallel] or [Cross]. To view pictures with the 3D image viewer, select [Parallel].
Page 59 Viewing 3D Pictures by the Parallel Method and Cross Method As our eyes are positioned about 6 cm or 7 cm apart, there is a very slight deviation between what we see with our right eye and what we see with our left eye.
Page 60 How to View 3D Pictures Using the 3D Image Viewer Print out the pictures so that they are about 11 cm or 12 cm wide and place the divider of the 3D image viewer in the middle of the two. As the distance between the left and right eyes differs from person to person, some people may have difficulty obtaining a three- dimensional effect even when looking at prints that are the same...
Page 61 Example of a 3D Picture (Cross Method)
Page 62: Using The Self-Timer
RBCFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDE Using the Self-Timer In self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. Press the four-way controller ( display g or r on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button. g The self-timer is engaged and the self- timer lamp lights for about seven seconds.
Page 63: Using The Remote Control Unit (Optional)
Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately 30,000 times. Contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center if the battery needs changing. (A charge is made for changing the battery.)
Page 64: Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) You can switch the Drive mode to Continuous Shooting mode. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. Press the four-way controller ( in Capture mode to display the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 65: Using The Zoom
QRBCFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to change the size of the subject and take pictures in Tele or Wide mode. Press the Zoom button in Capture mode. : makes the subject bigger. : 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 66 Enabling the Digital Zoom Function Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [ Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( to select [Digital Zoom]. Use the four-way controller ( to select [On]. Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. •...
Page 67: Taking Time-Lapse Moving Pictures
Taking Time-Lapse Moving Pictures This mode lets you take moving pictures at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the moving picture back, the action appears speeded up. Press the MENU button in Moving Picture mode or Marine Moving Picture mode. The [ Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 68: Setting The Shooting Functions
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 69 Autumn Colors mode Sunset mode Museum mode Text mode Food mode Soft Focus mode Posterization mode Digital Filter mode USER mode Marine mode Selecting the Green Mode Press the QUICK button. You can switch straight to the Green mode from the Capture mode, Playback mode or menu screens.
Page 70: Displaying Shooting Information In Capture Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode You can display shooting information on the LCD monitor when taking pictures. The display mode can be changed by pressing the DISPLAY button. Display On Shooting information is displayed when the power is turned on. 1 Flash mode 3 Focus mode 5 Focus frame...
Page 71: Selecting The Focus Mode
Selecting the Focus Mode Focus mode Autofocus mode icon) Macro mode Super Macro mode Infinity-Landscape mode Manual Focus mode Adjust the focus manually with the four-way controller. Focusing Area mode The position of the autofocus area is changed. Saving the Focus Mode Press the The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Page 72: Press The Shutter Release Button Halfway
If you take a picture while looking through the viewfinder when the focus mode is set to Macro or Super Macro, the range of the resulting picture will differ from what was seen in the viewfinder. Be sure to check the image on the LCD monitor. Manual Focus When the mode is set to z (Manual Focus), the central portion of the picture is enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus...
Page 73: Selecting The Flash Mode
Selecting the Flash Mode Flash Modes Auto icon) Flash off Flash on Auto + red-eye reduction Flash On + red-eye reduction • The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to Picture Mode), N (Marine Moving Picture mode), Continuous Shooting or Infinity-Landscape mode.
Page 74: Selecting The Recorded Pixels
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Selecting the Recorded Pixels You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2304×1728], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The data volume also varies depending on the quality level setting (1p.73).
Page 75: Selecting The Quality Level
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Selecting the Quality Level 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 (1p.72). Quality Levels C Best Lowest compression ratio. Suitable for photo prints. Standard compression ratio.
Page 76: Adjusting The White Balance
RBCFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Adjusting the White Balance You can take pictures in natural colors by selecting the white balance best suited to the light conditions at the time of shooting. White Balance Auto Daylight Shade Tungsten Light Fluorescent Light Manual Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 77 Manual Setting Have a blank sheet of white paper ready. Select [ ] (manual) on the White Balance screen. Point the camera at the blank sheet of paper so that it fills the screen. Press the DISPLAY button. The white balance is automatically adjusted. [Complete] appears on the LCD monitor and the display returns to the menu screen.
Page 78: Changing The Focusing Area
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Changing the Focusing Area You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area). Focusing Area Normal range Multiple The autofocus range becomes smaller. Spot Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area].
Page 79: Setting The Light Metering Range To Determine The Exposure
RBCFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure. AE Metering Modes Multi-segment Center-weighted Spot Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.
Page 80: Setting The Sensitivity
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Sensitivity You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. Sensitivity The camera sets the sensitivity automatically. Auto • The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the less noise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions. •...
Page 81: Setting The Instant Review Time
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Instant Review Time You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5 sec., 1 sec., 2 sec., 3 sec., 4 sec., 5 sec. and Off (no display). Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Instant Review].
Page 82: Setting The Image Sharpness
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM 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 appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness]. Use the four-way controller ( to change the setting from [Normal] to [Hard (+)] or [Soft (–)].
Page 83: Setting The Color Saturation
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Color Saturation You can set the color saturation. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Saturation]. Use the four-way controller ( to change the setting from [Normal] to [High (+)] or [Low (–)].
Page 84: Setting The Image Contrast
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Image Contrast You can set the image contrast. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast]. Use the four-way controller ( to change the setting from [Normal] to [High (+)] or [Low (–)].
Page 85: Setting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)
RBFGH<ISLNKJWKVWDEM Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture. Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or underexposed. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [EV Compensation].
Page 86: Saving The Settings
Saving the Settings 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 the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off.
Page 87: Registering Functions In User Mode
Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( to select [Memory]. Press the four-way controller ( The [Memory] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( to choose an item. Use the four-way controller ( to select O (On) or P (Off).
Page 88: Recording And Playback
Recording and Playback Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) You can record sound. The recordable time appears on the LCD monitor according to how much space is available on the SD Memory Card. Power indicator Microphone Press the power switch for more than two seconds, or press the power switch while pressing the DISPLAY button.
Page 89: Playing Back Sound
Playing Back Sound You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode. Press the Q Playback button in the Voice Recording mode. Use the four-way controller ( choose the recording to play back. Press the four-way controller ( Playback starts.
Page 90: Adding A Voice Memo
Adding a Voice Memo You can add a voice memo to a captured image. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller ( choose the image to which you want to add a voice memo. The voice memo screen appears on the LCD monitor while the image is displayed.
Page 91: Playback/Deleting/Editing
Playback/Deleting/Editing Playing Back Images You can play back images recorded on the SD Memory Card when a card is inserted in the camera, or in the built-in memory when no card is inserted. Playing Back Still Pictures Press the Q Playback button. Refer to “Playing Back an Image”...
Page 92 Press the MENU button. Zoom playback ends. Moving pictures cannot be magnified. Setting the Quick Zoom Function You can display the image at maximum magnification simply by pressing the Zoom/f/y button once during zoom playback. Select [Quick Zoom] on the [ Use the four-way controller ( On : Pressing y of the Zoom/f/y button once displays the image at maximum magnification...
Page 93: Playing Back Moving Pictures
Playing Back Moving Pictures You can play back moving pictures. You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode at the same time. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Operations include playback, frame by frame playback (forward or reverse), pause and volume adjustment.
Page 94: Displaying Shooting Information In Playback Mode
Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode Shooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback mode. Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display mode. Display On Shooting information is displayed. 1 Protect icon 3 Folder name 5 Card/Built-in memory icon 6 Four-way controller operation guide 7 Shooting date and time 8 Battery indicator...
Page 95: Nine Image Display
Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image. Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y button. Nine images appear with the selected image in the center. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an image.
Page 96: Slideshow
Slideshow You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory continuously. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller ( the slideshow. Press the MENU button. The [ Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( select [Slideshow].
Page 97: Deleting Images, Moving Pictures And Sound
Deleting Images, Moving Pictures and Sound Deleting a Single Image or Sound You can delete single images or sounds. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • You cannot delete protected images. (1p.98) Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller ( ) to choose the image or sounds to delete.
Page 98 Deleting a Voice Memo only If an image has a voice memo, you can delete the voice memo without deleting the image. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller ( to delete. Press the The Delete screen appears. Use the four-way controller ( select [Sound Delete].
Page 99: Deleting All Images
Deleting All Images You can delete all the images and sounds at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images and sounds cannot be deleted. Enter the Playback mode and press the button twice. The Delete All screen appears. Use the four-way controller ( select [Delete All].
Page 100: Protecting Images And Sounds From Deletion (Protect)
Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images and sounds from being accidentally deleted. Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller ) to choose the image or sound to protect. Press the The Protect screen appears. Use the four-way controller ( select [Protect].
Page 101: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV By using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on a TV or other equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. Open the terminal cover and connect the AV cable.
Page 102: 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 Images Set the following items for each image. Copies: Choose the number of copies up to a maximum of 99. Date: Specify whether you want the date imprinted on the print or not.
Page 103 Use the four-way controller ( to choose the number of copies, then press the four-way controller The frame moves to [Date]. Use the four-way controller ( to choose whether to insert the date or not. O (On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted.
Page 104: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way controller ( Press the DISPLAY button. Use the four-way controller ( to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. Press the four-way controller ( The frame moves to [Date].
Page 105: Direct Printing Using Pictbridge
Direct Printing Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB7) supplied with the camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. Select the images you want to print and the number of copies on the camera after it has been connected to the printer.
Page 106: Printing Single Images
Printing Single Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [1 Image]. Press the OK button. The Print This Image screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to print. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to ten copies.
Page 107: Printing All Images
Printing All Images Use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images]. Press the OK button. The Print All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to check the images and make sure you want to print them all. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies.
Page 108: Disconnecting The Camera From The Printer
Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer Disconnect the camera from the printer when you have finished printing. 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 109: Editing Images
Editing Images Changing the Image Size and Quality By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. You can use this function to continue taking pictures when the card or memory is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available in the memory.
Page 110 Use the four-way controller ( to change the size. Press the four-way controller ( The frame moves to [Quality Level]. Use the four-way controller ( to change the quality. Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller ( or [Save as]. Press the OK button.
Page 111: Trimming Images
Trimming Images You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image. Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller ( Press the four-way controller ( The images that can be trimmed are displayed. Use the four-way controller ( trim.
Page 112: Copying Files
Copying Files You can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can only be selected when a 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 113 To Copy Files from the SD Memory Card to the Built-in Memory Use the four-way controller (23) to select [ and press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the file to copy. Press the OK button. The selected file is copied to the built-in memory.
Page 114: Settings
Settings Camera Settings How to recall the [ 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 SD Memory Card inserted.
Page 115: Changing The Start-Up Screen
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU 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. Select [Start-up Screen] on the [ Press the four-way controller ( The Change Start-up screen appears.
Page 116: Changing The Sound Settings
How to recall the [ Changing the Sound Settings You can adjust the playback volume and the volume of operation sounds, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound and key operation sound. You can also change the operation sounds. Select [Sound] on the [ Press the four-way controller ( The Sound screen appears.
Page 117: Changing The Date And Time
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU Changing the Start-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Key Operation Sound, Focus Sound and Self-timer Sound Use the four-way controller ( Use the four-way controller ( [Off]. Change the [Shutter Sound], [Key Operation Sound], [Focus Sound] and [Self-timer Sound] in the same way.
Page 118: Setting The World Time
How to recall the [ Setting the World Time The date and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.23) serve as the Home Time setting. You can display the time in a city other than the Home Time city (World Time). This is useful when taking pictures abroad. Select [World Time] on the [ Press the four-way controller ( The World Time screen appears.
Page 119 Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU Use the four-way controller ( off ( ) and press the four-way controller ( The frame moves to [W] (Home Time city). The default setting of the [W] (Home Time city) is [NYC (New York)]. Use the four-way controller ( and choose the DST setting.
Page 120: Changing The Display Language
How to recall the [ Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Korean, Chinese [traditional and simplified], Korean and Japanese.
Page 121: Changing The Video Output Format
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU Changing the Video Output Format You can select the output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking or playing back images on a TV. Select [Video Out] on the [ Use the four-way controller ( [PAL].
Page 122: Sleep Timeout
How to recall the [ 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 [ Use the four-way controller ( [1 min], [2 min] or [Off]. Press the OK button.
Page 123: Registering A Function (Custom Function)
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU Registering a Function (Custom Function) You can register the function you use most frequently on the four-way controller ( ). The function can then be called directly by pressing the four-way controller ( The default setting is [EV Compensation].
Page 124: Setting The Quick Button
How to recall the [ Setting the QUICK Button You can register a function on the QUICK button. The function can then be activated simply by pressing the QUICK button in either Capture mode or Playback mode. The default setting is Green mode (Q) for easy picture-taking.
Page 125: Resetting To Default Settings
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Language/ Start-up Screen Exit MENU Resetting to Default Settings You can return all the settings other than the date and time, language/ , world time and alarm to the default settings. Select [Reset] on the [ Press the four-way controller ( The Reset screen appears.
Page 126: Setting The Alarm
Setting the Alarm You can set the alarm to ring at a specified time and display a selected image. Checking the Alarm Press the MENU button. Press the four-way controller ( The [ Playback] menu appears. Press the four-way controller ( Press the four-way controller ( The list of alarms appears.
Page 127: Turning The Alarm Off
Press the four-way controller ( The list of alarms appears. Press the four-way controller ( to choose Alarm [1], [2] or [3]. Press the four-way controller ( The screen for setting the alarm mode and time appears. Four-way controller ( Four-way controller ( Press the DISPLAY button.
Page 128: Appendix
Appendix List of City Codes Refer to the following list of city codes when setting the World Time. Tokyo Guam Sydney Noumea Wellington Auckland Pagopago Honolulu Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Mexico City Chicago Miami Toronto New York Santiago Caracas Halifax...
Page 129: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. AC adapter D-AC8 USB cable I-USB7 (∗) AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) Camera case O-CC8 Strap O-ST20 (∗) Remote control unit F Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8 (∗) Battery charger D-BC20 (∗) Battery charger D-BC8 Waterproof case O-WP2 3D image viewer O-3DV1...
Page 130: Messages
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation. Compression error Alarm was set No image & sound Memory card full Built-in memory full Memory card error Card not formatted Card locked Data being recorded Data being recorded Camera cannot play back this image or...
Page 131 Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function. No paper There is no paper in the printer. No ink There is no ink in the printer. Printer error An error message has been sent from the printer. Data error A data error message has been sent from the printer.
Page 132: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Camera will not Battery is not installed turn on Battery is installed incorrectly Battery power is low No image on LCD monitor is set to the LCD monitor Image is displayed but is hard to see Shutter will not Flash is charging release No available space on...
Page 133 Problem Cause Subject is not in Subject difficult to focus focus Subject is not in focusing area Subject is too close Focus mode is set on q (Macro) or r (Super Macro) Flash does not Flash mode is set to Off Set to Auto or b. (p.71) discharge The Capture mode is set to C, Continuous...
Page 134: Main Specifications
Main Specifications Camera Type Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lens Effective Pixels 4.0 megapixels Sensor 4.23 megapixels (total pixels), 1/2.5-inch interline transfer CCD with a primary color filter Recorded Pixels Still Picture Moving Picture Sensitivity Auto, manual (equivalent to ISO 50, 100, 200, 400) File Format Still Picture Moving Picture...
Page 135: Power Supply
Tele: approx. 0.2 m – 2.0 m (17.4 mm w/sensitivity at 200) (at 25°C with LCD monitor on, flash fired for 50% of shots and using a rechargeable lithium ion battery D-LI8, in accordance with PENTAX measuring conditions) AC Adapter D-AC8 (optional) AC100-200V (50Hz/60Hz) DC 4.5 V/2 A...
Page 136: 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 137 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 138 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 139: Declaration Of Conformity
The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109. Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera Model Number: Optio S4i Contact person: Customer Service Manager...

Pentax OPTIO S4I Operating Manual

Getting Started

Quick Start

Common Operations

Taking Pictures

Recording and Playback

Playback/Deleting/Editing

Settings

Appendix

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