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Chapter 1: Introduction
Read this chapter before use.
This chapter gives you an overview of the PENTAX 17.
Chapter 2: Getting Started
Read this chapter before using the PENTAX 17 for the first time.
This chapter explains necessary preparations before shooting.
Chapter 3 and later
Read these chapters when you want to learn more about the different
camera functions.
These chapters provide information on shooting and settings.
Operating Manual
The serial number is located on the bottom of the camera.
Model: R08010

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  • Page 1 Read this chapter before use. This chapter gives you an overview of the PENTAX 17. Chapter 2: Getting Started Read this chapter before using the PENTAX 17 for the first time. This chapter explains necessary preparations before shooting. Chapter 3 and later Read these chapters when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.
  • Page 2 Regarding User Registration Thank you for purchasing a RICOH IMAGING product. In order to provide you with the best customer support and service experi- ence for the product you have purchased, we ask you to complete the user registration. Visit the following website to complete the user registration. https://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction This Operating Manual provides information on how to use the shooting functions of this camera and related precautions. Thoroughly read this Operating Manual to make the best use of the functions available with this camera. Be sure to keep this Operating Manual for future reference. https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/index.html RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious per- Warning sonal injuries.
  • Page 5 About the Battery Caution • Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explo- sion or fire. • Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. Also, do not disassemble or charge the battery.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........................... 1 Safety Precautions ........................ 2 Introduction Checking the Contents of the Package ................ 5 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..............6 Indicator Lamps..........................10 Viewfinder Display ..........................11 Getting Started Attaching the Strap ......................12 Inserting a Battery ......................13 Turning the Camera On ....................14 Preparing the Film ......................14 Compatible Film Types ........................14...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Checking the Contents of the Package Before using your camera, confirm that the package contains the items listed below. Camera Lens cap Strap (O-LC40.5) (O-ST191) Start Guide...

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of The Working Parts

    Names and Functions of the Working Parts...
  • Page 10 Sets the zone you want in focus. Film surface position indicator (p.27) Shows the location of the film surface (imaging focal position). 17 ISO sensitivity dial lock release button Main switch Press to allow the ISO sensitivity Turns the power on or off.
  • Page 11 26 Sprockets Align the film perforations (holes on both sides) when loading the film. 27 Winding spool Winds the exposed film. 28 Rewind shaft 29 Cartridge chamber Load the film cartridge. (p.16) 30 Tripod socket Used when attaching the tripod. 31 Rewind button Press to rewind the exposed film into the cartridge.

  • Page 12: Indicator Lamps

    Indicator Lamps The two colored lamps next to the viewfinder indicate the camera status and warnings. Flash indicator lamp (orange) Warning indicator lamp (blue) Warnings at camera startup Orange Blue Status Dead battery warning (shooting impos- Blinking quickly Blinking quickly sible) —...

  • Page 13: Viewfinder Display

    Viewfinder Display Visual field frame Make sure the subject fits inside this frame when composing a shot. (p.22) Close-up visual field compensation frame When shooting close-ups (tabletop photo, macro), compose the shot so it fits inside this frame. Zone focusing mark You can check the zone focusing ring setting.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started Attaching the Strap Pass the narrow end of the provided strap through the strap eyelet of the camera. Attach the strap to one of the three strap eyelets. Pass the end of the strap through the loop and pull it tight. Memo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 15: Inserting A Battery

    Inserting a Battery Make sure you have one CR2 3V lithium battery ready. Use a coin, etc., to loosen the grip locking screw on the side of the camera, then remove the grip. Take care not to lose the grip locking screw.

  • Page 16: Turning The Camera On

    • Film for up to 36 shots Half-frame ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The camera uses the half-frame shooting format (24 × 17 mm). • You can perform shooting double the number of shots shown on the film. • When holding the camera horizontally, you can shoot portrait style com- positions.

  • Page 17: Setting The Film Sensitivity

    Setting the Film Sensitivity Set the film sensitivity to match your film. Make sure to set this when loading new film. Check the film sensitivity on the film box, etc. Set the ISO sensitivity dial to the appropriate setting while pressing the ISO sensitivity dial lock release button.

  • Page 18: Inserting The Film

    Inserting the Film Load the film in a location that is out of direct sunlight. Set the mode dial to and make sure the lens cap is attached on the camera. Open the rewind crank and then lift the rewind knob gently until it stops.
  • Page 19 Load the film cartridge into the cartridge chamber with the cartridge shaft protrusion on the camera bottom side. Pull the film leader (narrow section) out slightly and align it with the orange film end indicator. Pull the film out little by little so that there is no slack, and align it with the indicator.
  • Page 20 Caution -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • When opening the rear cover, make sure to hold the rewind knob and pull it upward. Pulling the rewind crank can bend the rewind shaft. • Take care not to pinch your fingers when closing the rear cover. •...
  • Page 21 Using the Note Holder You can use the note holder to hold a piece of the film box or a note.

  • Page 22: Rewinding The Film

    Rewinding the Film Once the entire roll of film has been exposed, rewind it so that it is stored in the cartridge. Press the rewind button. The film ready to be rewound. Open the rewind crank and turn it clockwise. The film is rewound.

  • Page 23: Holding The Camera

    Caution -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Do not open the rear cover until rewinding is complete. Opening it part- way exposes the film and ruins any shots. • Remove the film cartridge in a location that is out of direct sunlight. Memo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 24: Shooting

    Shooting Shooting in the Full Auto Mode First, try some easy shooting in the full auto mode. Turn the camera on. Turn the mode dial to set the shooting mode to Hold the camera and look through the viewfinder. Make sure the subject is inside the visual field frame and press the shutter release button halfway.

  • Page 25: Setting The Shooting Mode

    Operating the Shutter Release Button ----------------------------------------- • The shutter release button has two stages. Press the shutter release button slightly. Halfway press Metering is performed. The indicator lamps light up or blink if necessary. From the halfway press position, press the shutter re- Full press lease button fully to activate the shutter.

  • Page 26: Using The Flash For Shooting

    Using the Flash for Shooting You can force the flash to fire for shooting. Turn the camera on. Set the shooting mode to The flash is fired in situations when the subject Daylight sync is backlit or in shadow. The shutter speed is up to 1/30 seconds. When taking photos of a person against a dark background, the flash is fired at the person and Slow-speed sync...
  • Page 27 Memo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The range that the flash light reaches depends on the ISO sensitivity of the film used. As a rough guide, the flash light can reach up to the “close distance” zone when using film of ISO 100 and up to the “medium distance” zone when using film of ISO 400 or higher.

  • Page 28: Bulb Shooting

    Bulb Shooting While the shutter release button is pressed, an exposure is made. Turn the camera on. Set the shooting mode to Set the shooting range. Refer to “Setting the Shooting Range” (p.27). Look through the viewfinder, check the subject, and press the shutter release button halfway.

  • Page 29: Setting The Shooting Range

    The focusing range of each zone is as follows. Zone Focusing range in m (ft) Far distance 5.1 m to ∞ (17 ft to ∞) Medium distance 2.1 to 5.3 m (6.9 to 17 ft) Close distance 1.4 to 2.2 m (4.6 to 7.2 ft) Extremely close distance 1.0 to 1.4 m (3.3 to 4.6 ft)
  • Page 30 Memo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • You can see the zone focusing setting if you look through the viewfinder. Caution -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The shooting range setting is disabled in the shooting mode • The range in focus is narrower in and , so the warning indicator lamp (blue) blinks slowly while the shutter release button is pressed halfway, indicating a close-up warning.

  • Page 31: Compensating The Exposure

    Compensating the Exposure Exposure compensation prevents underexposure or overexposure when shooting white or black subjects. Use it when the exposure is insufficient, such as for backlit subjects. It can also be used to intentionally overexpose shots (for bright photos) or underexpose shots (for dark photos). Turn the exposure compensation dial to the desired setting.

  • Page 32: Using A Filter

    Using a Filter The camera is compatible with commercially available 40.5mm filters, which can be attached to the lens filter mounting thread. Caution -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Using a colored filter or filter with density can make it impossible to obtain the correct exposure. Make sure to take some test shots in advance and use exposure compensation.

  • Page 33: Appendix

    The battery is exhaust- Replace the battery. p.13 Shooting is not The film has not been Advance the film. p.17 possible. advanced. The battery is exhaust- Replace the battery. p.13 The camera is off. Turn the camera on.
  • Page 34 Problem Cause Remedy Page The flash does A shooting mode pre- Check the shooting mode. p.24 not discharge. venting flash operation is selected. The flash is charging. Check that flash charging is complete.

  • Page 35: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Model Description Type Half-frame behind-the-lens shutter film camera Frame Size 24 × 17 mm Compatible Film 35mm film ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 125, ISO 160, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200 Sensitivity Setting...
  • Page 36 Focusing Type Zone-focusing (manual operation) Switchover Distance 6 zones (0.25 m, 0.5 m, 1.2 m, 1.7 m, 3 m, ∞ (0.82 ft, 1.7 ft, 4 ft, 5.6 ft, 10 ft, ∞)) Exposure Control Metering Type Partial metering Metering Range EV 2.5 to 16.5 (ISO100) Exposure Compen- ±2 EV (1/3 EV steps) sation...
  • Page 37 Power Source Battery Type One 3V lithium battery (CR2) Not compatible with rechargeable CR2 type batteries Battery Life Approx. 10 cartridges (when using 36-shot film under the condition of 50% flash use with a new battery set in the camera) * According to the result of RICOH IMAGING in-house testing External Terminal...

  • Page 38: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions Before Using Your Camera • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important photos (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of taken photos cannot be guaranteed if photo development, etc.
  • Page 39 Storing Your Camera • Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high tempera- tures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Store it in a dry and well-ventilated place. • Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

  • Page 40: Warranty Policy

    Warranty Policy All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of your purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the camera does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop.
  • Page 41 For Customers in USA and Canada Conditions of RICOH IMAGING North America Warranty 1. RICH IMAGING products originally distributed by RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION and RICOH IMAGING CANADA and purchased through our authorized distribution channels, are warranted by RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION and RICOH IMAGING CANADA to the original retail purchaser for a period of one year from date of purchase against defects in material and/or workmanship.
  • Page 42 Pour les utilisateurs aux États-Unis et au Canada Conditions de garantie RICOH IMAGING en Amérique du Nord 1. Les produits RICOH IMAGING distribués à l’origine par RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION et RICOH IMAGING CANADA et achetés par l’entremise de nos réseaux de distribution dûment agréés sont garantis par RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION et RICOH IMAGING CANADA contre tout défaut de fabrication et de main-d’œuvre pendant un an à...

  • Page 43: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: PENTAX 17 Model Number: R08010 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 44 For Customers in Canada Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Regulatory Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 (B). Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISDE) Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à...
  • Page 45 For Customers in Europe Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equip- ment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union This symbol on the products, packaging and/or accompanying docu- ments means that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
  • Page 46 Notice to Users in Countries that Require the CE Marking This product complies with the essential requirements and provisions of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Importer (CE Marking): RICOH IMAGING EUROPE S.A.S. 7-9, avenue Robert Schuman, 94150 Rungis, FRANCE Manufacturer: RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 1-3-6, Nakamagome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 143-8555, JAPAN The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Union.

  • Page 47: Index

    Index Names of the working parts ...... 6 Note holder............ 19 Advance ............17 Package contents .......... 5 Power ............... 14 Battery ............. 13 Bulb shooting ..........26 Rewind ............20 Close distance ..........27 Close-up ............27 Shooting mode ..........23 Close-up visual field compensation Shooting range ..........
  • Page 48 RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 1-3-6, Nakamagome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 143-8555, JAPAN (https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp) RICOH IMAGING EUROPE 7-9, avenue Robert Schuman, 94150 Rungis, S.A.S. FRANCE (https://www.ricoh-imaging.eu) RICOH IMAGING 2 Gatehall Drive Suite 204, Parsippany, New Jersey AMERICAS CORPORATION 07054, U.S.A. (https://www.us.ricoh-imaging.com) RICOH IMAGING CANADA 5560 Explorer Drive Suite 100, Mississauga, Ontario, INC.

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