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QSG_I-10.book Page 0 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. When you use this camera for the first time, it is recommended you read this Quick Guide first in order to gain a feel for the basic operation of the camera.
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QSG_I-10.book Page 0 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 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.
• 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.
QSG_I-10.book Page 3 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM • To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a CSA/UL certified power supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.
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QSG_I-10.book Page 4 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Keep the Camera and Supplied Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children Warning • Do not place the camera and supplied accessories within the reach of small children. 1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally it may cause serious personal injuries.
QSG_I-10.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. •...
QSG_I-10.book Page 6 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM • Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera dry off any rain or water drops. • Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break or malfunction.
QSG_I-10.book Page 7 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below. P Camera (Optio I-10) P Strap (O-ST20) P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW102 P USB cable (I-USB7)
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QSG_I-10.book Page 8 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Front Flash Self-timer lamp/ Focus assist lamp Remote control receiver Lens Tripod socket PC/AV terminal Battery/card cover Back Microphone Power switch/Power lamp Shutter release button Zoom lever Strap lug Speaker...
QSG_I-10.book Page 9 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Monitor Indicators Following indicators are displayed in the still picture capture mode. Normal display in the Still Picture Capture Mode Eye-Fi communication status Focus mode Drive mode Digital Zoom icon Flash mode Focus frame Shooting mode Battery level...
QSG_I-10.book Page 10 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Preparing the Camera for Use Prepare your camera for use before you start using it. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap supplied with the camera as shown in the illustration. Installing the Battery and Card Install the battery and SD Memory Card as shown in the illustration.
QSG_I-10.book Page 11 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 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. Make the Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time.
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QSG_I-10.book Page 12 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Press the four-way controller (3) Initial Setting to move the frame to [W Hometown]. English Hometown New York Settings complete MENU Cancel Press the four-way controller (5). Hometown The [W Hometown] screen appears.
QSG_I-10.book Page 13 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM 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].
QSG_I-10.book Page 14 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 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. Turn the zoom lever to change the captured area.
QSG_I-10.book Page 15 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 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 •...
QSG_I-10.book Page 16 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Selecting the Drive Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (2), the drive mode switches between the following modes. Standard (single-frame) 10 sec. Self-timer Burst shooting Continuous shooting 3-sec. Remote Control Memo •...
QSG_I-10.book Page 17 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Selecting the Focus Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (5), the focus mode switches between the following modes. Standard Macro Super Macro Pan Focus Infinity Manual Focus When [Recorded Pixels] is set to U/V/W/ L in [A Rec.
QSG_I-10.book Page 18 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Selecting a Shooting Mode You can choose the appropriate mode for your particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the four-way Landscape controller (3). Use the four-way controller (2345) F o r c a p t u r i n g l a n d s c a p e to choose a shooting v i e w s .
QSG_I-10.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Playing Back Images You can play back the images taken on the display. Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the display. 100-0038 100-0038 100-0038 Edit 02/02/'10 02/02/'10 14:25 02/02/'10 14:25...
QSG_I-10.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image You can delete a single image currently displayed on the display. Playback the image you want to delete. Press the i button. The confirmation screen appears. 100-0017 100-0017 100-0017...
QSG_I-10.book Page 21 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM Selecting a Playback Mode You can choose the playback function you want to use from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the four-way Slideshow controller (3) while an image is displayed in playback mode.
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QSG_I-10.book Page 22 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 PM For details on how to use the Optio I-10, refer to the Operating Manual. Optio I-10 Operating Manual...
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QSG_I-10.book Page 23 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 3:32 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.