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Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. - Page 2 Regarding copyrights Images taken using the PENTAX XG-1 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 cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display.
- Page 3 • This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.
- Page 4 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.
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Page 5: About The Camera
Using Your Camera Safely We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. Warning This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries. - Page 6 • Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time. • Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes, or in your mouth.
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Page 7: About The Battery
Caution • Do not place heavy objects on the USB cable, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow it to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the USB cable becomes damaged, consult your nearest service center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in. - Page 8 Caution • Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explosion or fire. • Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage. • Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
- Page 9 Care to be Taken During Handling Before Starting Use • 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 when traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc.
- Page 10 Cautions when Carrying and Using the Camera • Do not use or store the camera in a hot environment or under direct sunlight. • Hot and humid places should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside. •...
- Page 11 About Repairs • Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzine. • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. About Storage •...
- Page 12 • Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS ......12 MODE OVERVIEW ....27 LCD Screen Display ......27 GETTING READY ....16 Overview of the Screen Icons in Photo Shooting Mode ....27 Accessories Included ......16 Overview of the Screen Icons in Install lens cap and neck strap ....17 Movie Mode ........29 Part Names .........18 Using the Mode Dial ......30... - Page 14 BASIC OPERATION ....40 PLAYBACK ......52 Using EVF (Electronic View Finder) ..40 Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode ........52 Using the Zoom Function ....40 Viewing Photos and Videos ....53 Focus Setting ........41 Thumbnail View ........54 Macro Mode ........42 Using Zoom Playback (for still Self-Timer Setting .......43 pictures only) ........55...
- Page 15 Cont. AF ........61 Digital Zoom ........70 HDR ..........62 Playback Menu ........71 Beauty ...........62 Playback ........71 Scene ..........63 HDR ..........72 Photo Shooting Setting Menu .....64 Touch-up ........73 Quality ...........64 Rotate ...........74 AF-Assist Beam ......65 Resize ...........75 Digital Zoom ........65 i Button Playback Function ....76 Date Imprint ........65 Playback Setting Menu .......77 Quick Review ........66...
- Page 16 APPENDICES ....... 91 LCD Brightness ......83 File / Software ........84 Main Specifications ......91 Format Memory ......84 Prompts and Warning Messages ..97 Copy to Card .........85 Troubleshooting .......101 File Numbering ......85 Warranty Policy ........103 Reset ..........86 FW Version ........86 CONNECTIONS ....87 Connecting to a Computer ....87 Transferring files to your computer ........87...
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Page 17: Getting Ready
GETTING READY Accessories Included Rechargeable Power adapter USB cable Strap lithium-ion battery GAC-03 I-USB152 O-ST152 LB-060 Lens cap Quick start guide Operating Manual O-LC152 CD-ROM The plug shape of the power adapter may vary depending on the country or region. The actual item may vary from the drawing. -
Page 18: Install Lens Cap And Neck Strap
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Page 19: Part Names
Part Names 1 HDMI Port 5 6 7 2 USB/AV Port 3 Zoom Lever 4 Shutter Button 5 Strap Eyelet 6 Exposure Compensation Button 7 Continuous Capture Button 8 Power Button 9 AF Assist Beam/Self-timer Lamp 10 Flash Lamp Lens... - Page 20 12 Microphone 13 14 13 Electronic View Finder (EVF) 14 EVF Button 15 Status Indicator 16 Mode Dial 17 Fast Video Recording Button 18 Menu Button 19 AF Button/Arrow Button (Up) 20 Flash Button/Arrow Button (Right) 21 Delete Button/Self-timer Button/Arrow Button (Down) 22 Display Button 23 Playback Button 24 OK Button...
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Page 21: Installing Battery And Memory Card
Installing Battery and Memory Card 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Insert the battery into the battery slot in the correct position as shown in the following diagram. Battery lock knob... - Page 22 3. Insert the SD memory card into the memory card slot as shown in the diagram below. Write-protect switch 4. Close the battery cover. The memory card (SD/SDHC) is optional and not included in all camera packaging. Purchase a commercially available one.
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Page 23: Charging Battery
Charging Battery Before charging the battery, ensure that the battery is inserted properly and the camera is off. 1. Connect the camera and the power adapter using the supplied USB cable. 2. Insert the plug of the power adapter into the wall outlet to charge the battery. - Page 24 Status Indicator Charging indicator: Flashing red: Charging The indicator will go out once charging is finished, and the camera will be powered off automatically. To have maximum battery life, charge the battery for at least 4 hours at the first time. The time required to fully charge the battery is about 360 minutes (max.).
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Page 25: Turning Camera On And Off
Turning Camera On and Off How to take pictures Press the power button to turn the camera 1. Hold the camera firmly. on. To turn the camera off, press the power 2. Make the lens focus on the object and button again. -
Page 26: Set Your Language, Date/Time
Set your Language, Date/Time Set your Language, Date/Time after 1. Press the power button to turn the camera on. the first power-on 2. Press the button, press the up/down 1. When you turn the camera on for the arrow button to select , and press the first time, the language selection screen button to enter the menu. -
Page 27: Resetting Date/Time
5. Press the left/right arrow button to select the Date/Time to be adjusted: Time is displayed in yyyy : MM : dd HH :mm. 6. Press the up/down arrow button to press the value for your selected block. After you finish your settings, press the button to confirm. -
Page 28: Mode Overview
MODE OVERVIEW LCD Screen Display Overview of the Screen Icons in 1 Shooting Mode Icons Photo Shooting Mode Auto Mode Face Beautifier Program AE Handheld Night Shutter priority Scene Mode x3.6 x3.6 Aperture Custom Settings priority 1234 Manual Mode 00:56:44 00:56:44 F3.2 F3.2... - Page 29 10 Video Quality Self-timer Off ISO Value Self-timer 2sec (Adjustable in Mode) Self-timer 10sec 12 Remaining Recording time 13 Exposure Compensation (EV value) Self-timer Smile (Adjustable in Mode) 22 Flash Mode 14 Shutter Speed (Adjustable in Mode) Force Off 15 Histogram Flash Auto 16 Aperture Value Force Flash...
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Page 30: Overview Of The Screen Icons In Movie Mode
Overview of the Screen Icons in 7 Color Effect Movie Mode 8 Video Quality 9 Remaining Recording time 10 Exposure Compensation (EV value) Image stabilization x3.6 x3.6 12 Focus Frame 13 Eye-Fi ON 14 Expo Metering AiAE 00:56:00 Spot -0.3 EV Center 15 AF Mode 1 Movie Mode... -
Page 31: Using The Mode Dial
Using the Mode Dial This camera provides a convenient mode dial that allows you to manually switch between different modes with ease. The available modes are listed below: Mode Name Icon Description In this mode, the optimal conditions for taking pictures will be set Auto Mode based on the subject and environment. -
Page 32: Auto Mode
Auto Mode Auto Mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes numerous camera settings to adjust your photos for the best possible results. Follow these steps: 1234 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 00:56:44 00:56:44 2. - Page 33 Mode Name Description For landscapes, will automatically adjust the exposure and Landscape Mode reproduce vivid green and blue colors. Portrait Mode Most suitable for capturing people with focus on their faces. When you take portraits at night, or in low light conditions, will Night Portrait automatically adjust the exposure for people and night scenes.
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Page 34: Program Ae
Program AE Shutter Priority When (Shutter Priority) is selected, you When (Program AE) mode is selected, can adjust the shutter speed / EV value and you can adjust the EV value and ISO value. ISO value. The camera automatically sets 1. -
Page 35: Aperture Priority
Aperture Priority Manual Mode When selecting (Aperture Priority) When selecting (manual) mode, you can mode, you can adjust the aperture value / set the aperture / shutter speed manually EV value and ISO value. Selecting a large and ISO value. aperture opening will emphasize the point 1. -
Page 36: Face Beautifier
Face Beautifier In face beautifier mode, the camera is set Face beautifier mode has 3 effects: to automatically adjust camera exposure for • Effect 1: Skin Soften realistic portrayal of skin tones. • Effect 2: Skin Soften + Eye 1. Turn the mode dial to select face Brightening beautifier mode ( •... -
Page 37: Scene Mode
Handheld Night Scene Mode Reduces blur when shooting low light/ You can select an appropriate mode from illuminated scenes. the 11 scene modes according to the type of environment you are shooting. The camera then configures the most appropriate Quickly takes 4 photos below 8M settings automatically. - Page 38 Scene Description Rapidly identifies pet (dog/cat) to capture the dynamic moment of Pet Mode pet. Sunset For sunsets. Captures subjects in strong sunlight. Fireworks For fireworks at night. The use of a tripod is recommended. Suitable for shooting moving objects (as many as 6) in the same Multi Exposure background.
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Page 39: Custom Settings
Custom Settings The user can store the frequently used shooting modes and parameters and switch to this mode for quick adjustment. Go to setting CS mode Settings under mode (unset state or state after reset): 1. Turn the mode dial to select mode, Rotate the mode dial to skip. - Page 40 5. Press the down arrow button to select 7. Turn the mode dial to switch to the 「Custom Settings」and press the custom settings ( button or the right arrow button to enter 8. The photo settings you stored the last the menu.
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Page 41: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION Using EVF (Electronic View Finder) Using the Zoom Function EVF functions as the LCD screen, which Your camera is equipped with two types of can be used to observe the scene and zoom functions: Optical zoom and digital objects and for playback, preview and menu zoom. -
Page 42: Focus Setting
Focus Setting In different photo shooting modes, you can • Object Tracking select different focus methods. Smart tracking of the object in motion under the focusing 1. Press the up arrow button ( ) to shooting. display the settings screen. 3. -
Page 43: Macro Mode
Macro Mode The Macro Setting is ideal for shooting • Macro Off small objects or close-up photos. This mode Select this option to disable Macro. allows you to focus on subjects very close to • Macro On the camera. Select this option to make 1. -
Page 44: Self-Timer Setting
Self-Timer Setting Using this function can take photos at • Self-timer - 10 sec regular time. The camera can be set to A single picture is shot 10 shoot after 2 seconds, 10 seconds since seconds after the Shutter Button is pressing the shutter or shoot after smile. -
Page 45: Flash Mode
Flash Mode The flash is mainly for supplementing light • Force Flash for the scene. The flash is usually used in The flash will engage with each shooting against the light to highlight the shot even if there is enough object shot through lightening the object available light to take the photo while darkening the background;... -
Page 46: White Balance Setting
White Balance Setting The white balance function allows • adjustment of the color temperature for • Daylight different light sources. (Adjustable in Mode) • Cloudy Follow the steps below to set white balance • Fluorescent (Neutral white) of the camera: •... -
Page 47: Display Setting
Display Setting Press the button to display the settings: Classic, Full, Off. Classic: Displays the camera parameters on Off: Does not display any additional icons on screen. screen. x3.6 x3.6 1234 00:56:44 00:56:44 F3.2 F3.2 1/50 -0.3 Full: Camera parameters with Grid and Histogram. -
Page 48: Drive Mode
Drive Mode Follow the steps below to configure the • Cont. Shot-High Speed (VGA) Continuous Shot Settings. (Adjustable in Continuously shoots up to 60 Mode) pictures per second. 1. Press the button to enter the • Cont. Shot-Fast (4M) Continuous Shot Menu. Continuously shoots up to 30 pictures per second. -
Page 49: Ev Setting
EV Setting Exposure Compensation The EV function menu of the camera includes functions, such as exposure value, Set up to adjust the picture brightness. In ISO, shutter adjustment and aperture the case of a very high contrast between the adjustment. photographed object and the background, To select the best setting for optimum the brightness of the picture can be... -
Page 50: Iso
Shutter Adjustment The ISO function allows you to set the For shutter speed, the camera may sensitivity of the camera's light sensor automatically set the aperture value based on the brightness of the scene. To corresponding to the manually set shutter improve the camera's sensor performance in speed so as to obtain a most suitable darker environments, a higher ISO value is... -
Page 51: Aperture Adjustment
Using Quick Recording Aperture Adjustment In shooting mode, press the Fast Video Recording Button to begin recording You can adjust the aperture value. Selecting video. a large aperture opening will emphasize the point of focus and show a blurry background and foreground. -
Page 52: Button Function Menu
i Button Function Menu Mode: The Image Color Setting allows you to select different color effects. 1. Press the button to select the Image Color Setting Menu. 2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the Image Normal Color Setting option. ) represents optional in the recording mode. -
Page 53: Playback
PLAYBACK Overview of the Screen Icons in Playback Mode 14 15 1/45 00:01:00 00:01:00 0000 00-00 00:00 0000 00-00 00:00 Playback mode icon Shooting Date File Protection Film length Memory Space (indicating the current number Continuous Capture of photos and total number of photos) Group Playback Memory Card/Built-in Memory Eye-Fi ON... -
Page 54: Viewing Photos And Videos
Viewing Photos and Videos To view photos and videos on LCD screen: 1. After press the button, the last photo or video clip taken will be displayed on the LCD screen. 2. Use the left/right arrow button to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or on the memory card. -
Page 55: Thumbnail View
Thumbnail View When in Playback Mode, rotate the Zoom Lever counterclockwise to the position to display thumbnail images of the photos and videos on the screen. (The picture is displayed in horizontal position) W Zoom Out T Zoom In 2. Press the arrow buttons to select a picture or video clip to view and press the button to restore it to the original size. -
Page 56: Using Zoom Playback (For Still Pictures Only)
Using Zoom Playback (for still pictures only) When playing back photos, you can also use the Zoom Lever to zoom in on the photos 2 to 8 times. 1. Press the button to switch to Playback Mode. 2. Press the left/right Button to select a picture to be zoomed in. 3. -
Page 57: Photos And Video Deletion
Photos and Video Deletion In playback mode, press the down arrow button to delete your photos and videos. To delete photos or videos: 1. Press the button to switch to playback mode. 2. Press the left/right arrow button to select the photos and videos to be deleted. 3. -
Page 58: Slideshow
Slideshow This setting allows you to view all the stored 4. Press the button to confirm the images as a slideshow. setting. 1. Press the button to enter the playback screen. The continuous capture group playback may be displayed by 2. -
Page 59: Continuous Capture Group Playback
Continuous Capture Group Playback Cont. Shot-High Speed (VGA) and Cont. Shot-Fast (4M) images can be played back. 1. Press the button to enter the playback screen. 2. Press the left/right arrow button to select Cont. Group. 3. Press the to start playback. 1/45 0000 00-00 00:00... -
Page 60: Using The Menus
USING THE MENUS Photo Shooting Menu Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Mode: Use this setting to select the "target" size of 1. In Photo Shooting Mode, press the the camera's field of view to be metered. button to enter the Photo Shooting Menu. 2. -
Page 61: Image Size
Image Size The bigger the number of recorded The size setting refers to the image pixels is, the better the image quality resolution in pixels. A higher image becomes. As the number of recorded resolution allows you to print that image in pixels lessen, you will be able to record larger sizes without degrading the image more images on a memory card. -
Page 62: Ois
Cont. AF This mode can help reduce photo blur Enable the continuous AF to be able to caused by unintentional hand shake, or low continuously focus automatically when light. taking pictures. There are 2 options: Use this image stabilization mode in dark environments. -
Page 63: Hdr
Beauty Photos with extreme contrast of bright and Set the effect of the beauty mode. dark areas will still maintain distinguishable detail and depth. (Use of tripod is recommended) Beautifier Mode has 3 effects: • Effect 1: Skin Soften There are 2 options: •... -
Page 64: Scene
Scene • Shooting menu in the shooting mode ○ × : Optional : Not optional) Select the scene mode under the SCN mode. Shooting Modes Options Press OK To Select Scene ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Night Portrait ○... -
Page 65: Photo Shooting Setting Menu
Photo Shooting Setting Menu Quality Mode: 1. Press the button in Photo Shooting The Quality Setting can be used to adjust Mode and press the up/down button to the image compression ratio. select There are 3 options for picture quality: 2. -
Page 66: Af-Assist Beam
AF-Assist Beam Date Imprint In a darker environment, AF Assist Beam Include a Date/Time stamp on the photo can be turned on for better focus. image. Digital Zoom Turn on or off the digital zoom. • Off • Date • Date/Time... -
Page 67: Quick Review
Quick Review Custom Settings This option allows quick review of the photos Custom Settings stores the current mode immediately after they are taken. Each photo and its parameters. The stored mode and is displayed on the LCD screen based on parameters are directly invoked in Custom the selected time. -
Page 68: Movie Menu
Movie Menu Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Mode: Use this setting to select the "target" size of 1. Turn the mode dial, select the mode the camera's field of view to be metered. and press the button to enter the Movie Menu. Expo Metering: AiAE Expo Metering: AiAE There are 3 options:... -
Page 69: Video Quality
Video Quality Set the image resolution used during video When recording in higher pixel recording. resolutions for extended periods of time, this can cause the camera to generate heat. This is not a camera malfunction. When the video format is set as Size: 1080p 30fps , shooting time is maximum 30 seconds, playback time is 2... -
Page 70: Ois
Movie Setting Menu Mode: 1. Turn the Mode Dial and select to enter This mode can help reduce photo blur the video recording screen. caused by unintentional hand shake, or low 2. Press the button, press the up/down light. arrow button to select , and press the button to enter the menu. -
Page 71: Custom Settings
Digital Zoom Custom Settings Turn on or off the digital zoom. Custom Settings stores the current mode and its parameters. The stored mode and parameters are directly invoked in Custom Settings mode. There are 2 options: • Off • On There are 2 options: •... -
Page 72: Playback Menu
Playback Menu Playback Mode: 1. Press the button, select the 1. Press the button to display the settings, and press the button to playback screen and press the button display the settings screen. to enter the menu. 2. Press the left/right button to select from 2. -
Page 73: Hdr
With the HDR function, pictures that are 3. Press the button to confirm the overexposed may be corrected to optimize setting. the highlights and lowlights captured to more accurately represent the actual scene. The Date Folder is displayed in date 1. -
Page 74: Touch-Up
Touch-up 4. Press the button to confirm the 1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow button to select the photo to be setting. edited. The Touch-up mentioned here is the 2. Press the button, select the individual beautification for three settings, and press the button to effects, beauty mode allows you to... -
Page 75: Rotate
Rotate 4. Press the button to confirm the You can use this setting to change the setting. orientation of the picture. 1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right Videos cannot be rotated. arrow button to select the photo to be edited. -
Page 76: Resize
Resize This setting allows you to resize a picture to a particular resolution and saves it as a new picture. 1. In Playback Mode, press the left /right arrow button to select the photo to be edited. 2. Press the button, select the settings and press the button to... -
Page 77: Button Playback Function
i Button Playback Function This setting allows you to change the picture There are 19 options: color effect. The file is saved as a new photo • Cancel and stored in the memory together with the • Vivid original photo. •... -
Page 78: Playback Setting Menu
Playback Setting Menu Mode: 4. Press the up/down arrow button to select 1. Press the button to show the playback an item to be set and press the button screen, press the button, and press or right arrow button to enter the menu. the up/down button to select 5. -
Page 79: Protect
Protect There are 5 sub menus available: To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally erased, use this setting to lock • One one or all of the files. Lock the selected photo or video if it is unprotected; unlock the selected photo or video if it is protected. -
Page 80: Delete
Delete There are 4 sub menus available: You can delete one or all photo/video files. • One Delete one photo or video. • Date Folder Delete all photos in the Date Folder. • Cont. Group Delete all photos in the Cont. Group. •... -
Page 81: Trim
Trim 3. Press the button and the「Save The Trim Setting allows you to crop photos Change?」prompt appears. Select and save them as new pictures. 「 」to change and save the picture. 1. Press the up/down arrow button to 」to cancel changes and Select「... -
Page 82: Setup Menu
Setup Menu Mode: 4. Press the up/down arrow button to select 1. Press the button in any mode and press the up/down button to select an item to be set and press the button or right arrow button to enter the menu. 2. -
Page 83: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Power Saver The Keypress tone and the shutter sound This setting allows you to save power and get has been set. the maximum possible running time for your camera’s battery. Follow the steps below to turn To change this setting: the LCD screen and camera off automatically 1. -
Page 84: Language
Language Date/Time Refer to the “Resetting your language” Refer to the “Resetting Date/Time” section section on page 25. on page 26. World Time LCD Brightness The World Time setting is a useful function Use this setting to adjust the brightness of for your overseas trips. -
Page 85: File / Software
File / Software Format Memory Please note: formatting enables you to delete all contents in the memory card and built-in memory, including protected photos and movie files. To use this setting: 1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow button to select and press the button to enter the menu. -
Page 86: Copy To Card
Copy to Card File Numbering Use this setting to copy the files stored in the After you take a picture or video clip, the internal memory to a memory card. camera will save it with a sequential number. You can use this setting to reset the file 1. -
Page 87: Reset
Reset FW Version Use this setting to restore the camera to its Use this setting to display the current original default settings. camera firmware version. 1. Press the button, press the up/down 1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow button to select and press the arrow button to select and press the... -
Page 88: Connections
CONNECTIONS Connecting to a Computer You can use the USB cable to connect the 4. The computer will automatically detect camera and copy (transmit) images to a the camera as a removable drive. computer. Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop to locate the removable drive and Transferring images to your computer to copy folders and files in the drive to a... -
Page 89: Video System
Video System You can use an AV cable (which should be purchased separately) to connect the camera and the television for realizing the video output. Turn the camera and television off, and then connect one end of the AV cable to AV port of the camera;... -
Page 90: Set Eye-Fi Card Connection Mode
Set Eye-Fi Card Connection Mode This camera supports the wireless connection for Eye-Fi memory card. Enable Eye-Fi connection by following below steps. 1. Press the button, press the up/down arrow button to select and press the button to enter the menu. 2. -
Page 91: Supported Hdmi Connections
Supported HDMI Connections Connecting to an HDMI-Ready TV HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface), is a fully digital audio/video transmission 1. Use a cable with high resolution output interface, through which uncompressed terminal (which should be purchased audio and video signals are transmitted. separately) to connect the camera to the television which meets HDMI standard. -
Page 92: Appendices
APPENDICES Main Specifications Type Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lens Number of Approx. 16 megapixels effective pixels Image sensor 1/2.3 inch CMOS Still 16M(4608x3456), 14M(3:2)(4608x3072), 12M(16:9)(4608x2592), 10M(3648x2736), 5M(2592x1944), 3M(2048x1536), 2M(16:9) (1920x1080), VGA(640x480) * Fixed at VGA(640x480) in Cont. Shot-High Speed mode. Number of * Fixed at 4M in Cont.Shot-Fast mode. - Page 93 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still Built-in Memory 2 GB SD Memory Card Best Fine Normal Best Fine Normal 16M(4608x3456) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 14M(4608x3072) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 12M(4608x2592) pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures pictures 1140...
- Page 94 • The above figures are based on our standard shooting conditions and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions and type of the SD Memory Card used. • You can continue recording until the recorded time reaches 25 minutes (only 640x480.120fps is 30 seconds) per a recording.
- Page 95 Focus mode Single-AF, Multi-AF (24 points), Object Tracking, Continous AF, Macro Focus Type TTL contrast detection system by sensor Standard: 0.6m - ∞ (Wide-angle) 3.0m - ∞ (Telephoto) Focus range Macro : 0.01m - ∞ (Wide-angle only) (From lens face) 0.3m - ∞(At the intermediate position of the zoom range) Focus Lock...
- Page 96 Digital filter Cancel, Vivid, Japan Style (8M), Italian Style (8M), French Style (8M), Punk (4M), Black and White, Sepia, Partial Color-Red, Partial Color-Blue, Partial Color-Yellow, Partial Color-Green, Negative (8M), Dreamy, Vignetting, Salon, Fish Eye, Reflection, 4 Grids - Stylish (2M), HDR, Red-Eye Reduction/ Skin Soften/Eye Brightening/Eye Enlargement/Cancel, Rotate (Turn Right/Turn Left/Cancel), Resize (1024/640/Cancel), Trim, Normal (in shooting mode only), Sketch (in shooting mode only)
- Page 97 Power source Rechargeable lithium-ion battery LB-060 Battery life Image Storage Capacity Approx. 240 * According to the results of in-house testing. pictures Playback Time Approx. * According to the results of in-house testing. 200 min. Movie Recording Time * According to the results of in-house testing. Approx.
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Page 98: Prompts And Warning Messages
Prompts and Warning Messages Message Description Action The camera battery is used up. It is a Warning! Battery warning indicating that the camera is Charge the battery. exhausted. going to shut down. The lens is jammed or some foreign Lens obstruction, Turn off the camera and object is preventing the lens from Re-start Camera. - Page 99 Message Description Action Indicates that the SD memory card Insert a new SD memory card or Card Full ! is full. delete unwanted images. Indicates that the internal memory Insert a new SD memory card or Memory Full ! is full. delete unwanted images.
- Page 100 Message Description Action No Red-Eye Red eyes have not been The message will disappear after 2 Detected! detected in the image. seconds. This image The file cannot be edited or the The message will disappear after 2 cannot be edited. edited file cannot be edited again.
- Page 101 Message Description Action When you press the play The message disappears 2 seconds No Picture! button, no image files exist in the later to return to the photo shooting camera or memory card. screen. When you play back the images in The message disappears after 2 No continuous continuous photo mode, there is...
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Page 102: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution The battery has been Recharge the battery. Camera does not turn depleted. The battery is not inserted Correctly reinstall the battery. correctly. Camera turns off The battery has been suddenly during Recharge the battery. depleted. operation Turn on the OIS feature. - Page 103 Problem Possible Causes Solution Release the write lock of the Cannot write to the The SD memory card has SD memory card or replace memory card been locked. with another card. The number of pictures or folders in the memory card Too many images to exceeds the specifications, Delete unwanted files.
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Page 104: 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 105 Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any camera which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the camera or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives of the manufacturer in your country, send the camera to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid.
- Page 106 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. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 107 The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109. Product Name: Digital Camera Model Number: PENTAX XG-1 Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: August, 2014, Colorado...
- Page 108 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 equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
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