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OptioW80_QSG.fm Page -1 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX digital camera.
The Optio W80 is waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof,
as shown below, so you can use it in a wide range of
outdoor activities.
Waterproof/dustproof: JIS grade 8 waterproof and grade 6
dustproof (IP68).
Shockproof: Satisfies Pentax drop test (1 m height onto a
5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard
810F Method 516.5-Shock testing.
* Waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera
is exposed to impact such as being dropped or hit.
* The camera is not guaranteed to be free of trouble
or damage under every condition.

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  • Page 1 Waterproof/dustproof: JIS grade 8 waterproof and grade 6 dustproof (IP68). Shockproof: Satisfies Pentax drop test (1 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock testing. * Waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera is exposed to impact such as being dropped or hit.
  • Page 2 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 0 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM To users of this camera • Do not use or store this device 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 product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

  • Page 3: 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. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 4 Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.

  • Page 5: About The Battery

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 3 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM • Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard surface. This can cause a malfunction. • Do not use the battery charger to charge a battery other than a rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78.
  • Page 6 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 4 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water. • Precautions for D-LI78 Battery Usage: - USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.

  • Page 7: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks, or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked. • The temperature range in which the camera can be used is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F).
  • Page 8 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 6 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM • The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a malfunction. • If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera.
  • Page 9 • This camera is provided with a waterproof/dustproof design complying with JIS waterproof grade 8 and JIS dustproof grade 6 (equivalent to IP68). • The camera satisfies the PENTAX drop test (1 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.5-Shock testing.
  • Page 10 The camera’s waterproof performance may be compromised by loose packing or cracks or dents in the packing or packing contact surface. If there is any such damage, contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. • To maintain the waterproof performance of the camera, you are recommended to change the waterproof packing once a year.

  • Page 11: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 9 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below. P Camera (Optio W80) P Strap (O-ST20) P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW87 P USB cable (I-USB7)
  • Page 12 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 10 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Front Shutter release button Power switch/Power lamp (green) Speaker Microphone Flash Self timer lamp/Focus assist Lens Lens Back Display Battery/card/terminal cover lock lever Tripod socket Battery/card/terminal cover PC/AV terminal Battery lock lever...

  • Page 13: Battery Level Indicator

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 11 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Monitor Indicators The following indicators are displayed in the Still Picture Capture Mode. Normal display in the Still Picture Capture Mode Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom icon Memory status Focus mode Drive mode Built-in memory (without card) Flash mode...

  • Page 14: Preparing The Camera For Use

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 12 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Preparing the Camera for Use Prepare your camera for use before you begin using it. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap supplied with the camera as shown in the illustration. Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card Install the battery and SD Battery/card/ Memory Card as shown...

  • Page 15: Turning The Camera On

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 13 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Turning the Camera On Press the Power Switch The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. Press the power switch again to turn the camera off. Setting the Language, Date and Time The language selection screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time.
  • Page 16 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 14 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Press the four-way controller (3) Initial Setting to move the frame to [Hometown]. English Hometown New York Settings complete MENU Cancel Press the four-way controller (5) to display the Hometown screen. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the city.

  • Page 17: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 15 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Press the four-way controller (5), then press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [Date]. Press the four-way controller (5) to select [01] (month), [01] (day) or [2009] (year), then use the four-way controller (23) to set the date to the current day.

  • Page 18: Taking Pictures

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 16 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Taking Pictures Aim the camera at the subject, then press the shutter release button. The flash discharges automatically depending on the brightness. Frame the subject using the focus frame on the display. Press the w/x button to change the captured area.

  • Page 19: Selecting The Flash Mode

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 17 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Selecting the Flash Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (4), the flash mode switches between the following modes. Auto Flash Off Flash On Auto + Red-eye Flash On + Red-eye Soft Flash Memo The functions available in Capture mode may be different.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Focus Mode

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 18 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Memo • The functions available in Capture mode may be different. • You can select Z (2 sec. Self-timer) by pressing the four-way controller (3) and then (5) after selecting g (10 sec. Self-timer). Selecting the Focus Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (5), the focus mode switches between the following modes.

  • Page 21: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 19 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Selecting a Shooting Mode You can choose the right mode for your particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the four-way controller (3). Landscape Landscape For capturing landscape views. Enhances colors of sky and foliage MENU Cancel...

  • Page 22: Playing Back Images

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 20 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Playing Back Images You can play back the images taken on the display. Playing Back Images Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. 100-0038 100-0038 0038 2005/03/25...

  • Page 23: Deleting Images

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 21 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image You can delete the image currently displayed. Play back the image you want to delete. Press the i button. The confirmation screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]. 100 - 0017 100 - 0017 0017...

  • Page 24: Delete All

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 22 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Deleting All Images You can delete all the images at once. Press the 3 button while the image is displayed. The [W Setting] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete all]. Use Press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 25: Selecting A Playback Mode

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 23 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Selecting a Playback Mode You can choose the playback function you want to use with the Playback Mode Palette. Press the four-way controller (3) while an image is displayed in playback mode. Slideshow Slideshow Slideshow...
  • Page 26 OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 24 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM For details about how to use the Optio W80 or instructions on connecting the camera to a computer, refer to the manual below. Optio W80 Operating Manual...

  • Page 27: Information For Users On Collection And Disposal Of Old Equipment And Used Batteries

    OptioW80_QSG.fm Page 25 Wednesday, July 1, 2009 3:49 PM Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
  • Page 28 Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) Hotline: 0180 5 736829 / 0180 5 PENTAX Austria Hotline: 0820 820 255 (http://www.pentax.at) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.

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