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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. The Optio WG-2 GPS / Optio WG-2 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 (1.5 m height onto a...
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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.
• 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.
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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.
• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock. • Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard surface. This can cause a malfunction. •...
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• 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-LI92 Battery Usage: BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED. - DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
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).
• 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.
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• Please note that deleting data, or formatting the SD Memory Cards or the built-in memory does not completely erase the original data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. It is user’s responsibility to ensure the privacy of such data. •...
Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below. P Camera (Optio WG-2 GPS / P Carabiner strap Optio WG-2 (O-ST124/O-ST125) P Software (CD-ROM) P USB cable (I-USB7) S-SW125 P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery...
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Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Front Shutter release button Power switch/Power lamp (green) Flash Lens Speaker Microphone Remote control receiver Self timer lamp/ Focus assist light LED Macro lights Back Display Terminal cover lock lever Remote control receiver Terminal cover Tripod socket Battery/card cover lock lever...
Monitor Indicators Following indicators are displayed in Still Picture Capture Mode. Normal display in Still Picture Capture Mode Focus mode Eye-Fi communication status Drive mode Digital Zoom/ Flash mode Intelligent Zoom Shooting mode Battery level Face Detection Date imprint setting DATE Compensation + 1 .
Preparing the Camera for Use Prepare your camera for use before you begin using it. Attaching the Carabiner Strap Attach the carabiner strap supplied with the camera as shown in the illustration. Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card Install the battery and SD Battery/ Memory Card as shown in card cover...
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. Make the Initial Settings. The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time.
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Press the four-way controller (3) Initial Setting to move the frame to English [W Hometown]. Hometown New York Settings complete Cancel MENU Press the four-way controller Hometown (5). The [W Hometown] screen appears. City New York Cancel MENU Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a city. Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).
Press the four-way controller (5) to select [24h], then use the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display). 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 [2012] (year), then use the four-way controller (23) to set the date to the current date.
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 / T button to change the captured area. Widens the area Enlarges that is captured by...
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 Memo • The functions available in shooting mode may be different. Selecting the Drive Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (2), the drive mode switches between the following modes.
Memo • The functions available in shooting 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. • You can select h (0-sec Remote Control) by pressing the four-way controller (3) and then (5) after selecting i.
Selecting a Shooting Mode You can choose the right mode for your particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the four-way Landscape 1 / 2 controller (3). Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a shooting For capturing landscape mode, then press the views.
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The monitor display in 4:3 aspect ratio When [Recorded Pixels] is set to /6/f/h/l/m in [A Rec. Mode], the aspect ratio of the image is 4:3 and the monitor display for shooting and playback mode is as shown below. 3 8 3 8 3 8...
Playing Back Images You can play back the captured images on the display. Press the Q button after after shooting. The image appears on the display. 100 - 0038 100 - 0038 0038 02/02/'12 02/02/'12 14:25 02/02/'12 14:25 14:25 Edit Edit Edit Memo...
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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 Delete Cancel Press the 4 button. Memo • You can delete several images selected from the 6- or 12-image display. •...
Selecting a Playback Mode You can choose the playback function you want to use with the Playback Mode Palette. Press the four-way controller 1 / 2 Slideshow (3) while an image is displayed in playback mode Use the four-way controller F o r c o n t i n u o u s l y p l a y i n g b a c k i m a g e s .
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For details about how to use the Optio WG-2 GPS / Optio WG-2 or instructions on connecting the camera to a computer, refer to Operating Manual. Optio WG-2 GPS / Optio WG-2 Operating Manual...
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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. Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
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