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Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 0 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 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. Refer to the
separately supplied "Operating Manual"
for further explanation of functions and
advanced operations of the camera.
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  • Page 1 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 0 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 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.
  • Page 2 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 0 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera 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 camera’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

  • Page 3: For 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. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 4 PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 5 • Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.
  • Page 6 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM • Precautions for D-LI90 Battery Usage: USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY. - DO NOT INCINERATE. - DO NOT DISASSEMBLE. - DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT. - DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F/60°C) Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children Warning...

  • Page 7: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 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. •...
  • Page 8 • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.) Storing Your Camera •...
  • Page 9 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 7 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Other Precautions • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being Write-protect switch deleted, and the card from being...
  • Page 10 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM • Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted data can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information.

  • Page 11: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 9 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera came complete with the items listed below. P Strap O-ST120 P Camera P Software (CD-ROM) S-SW120 P USB cable I-USB7 Landscape Landscape P Rechargeable lithium-ion battery P Battery charger D-BC90...
  • Page 12 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 10 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Names of Parts and Monitor Indicators Back Built-in flash Mode dial Shutter release button Main switch d (Red) button K/i button SD Memory Card slot N button Terminal cover Four-way controller 4 button 3 button Bottom...
  • Page 13 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 11 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Monitor Indicators The following indicators are displayed in the standby mode. Standard Information Display in Standby Mode White Balance Custom Image Drive Mode AE Metering Flash Mode Shake Reduction Capture Mode Battery level AF frame Shutter speed...

  • Page 14: Preparing The Camera For Use

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 12 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Preparing the Camera for Use Attaching the Strap and Lens Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card Charge the battery before use. SD Memory Card Battery...

  • Page 15: Turning The Camera On

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 13 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Turning the Camera On Turn the main switch to ON Making the Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Select the desired language and then set the date and time.
  • Page 16 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 14 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time). Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 4 button to display the [Initial Setting] screen again. Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 17: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 15 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Formatting an SD Memory Card Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera or digital device. Be aware that formatting deletes all the data stored in the SD Memory Card.

  • Page 18: Taking Pictures

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 16 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Taking Pictures Once the camera is ready for use, you can start taking pictures. Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings First, try taking pictures with the easiest way. Set the mode dial to n. In n (Auto Picture) mode, the camera will automatically select the optimal capture mode for your subject.
  • Page 19 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 17 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Press the shutter release button halfway. The AF frame turns green when the subject comes into focus. Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken.
  • Page 20 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 18 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Taking Pictures According to the Shooting Scene You can choose from various types of scene modes to match the shooting conditions. Set the mode dial to H. Portrait Portrait The Scene Mode selection screen appears.

  • Page 21: Recording Movies

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 19 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Recording Movies Set the mode dial to C. Position the subject on the monitor, and press the shutter release button halfway. Press the shutter release button fully. Movie recording starts. Press the shutter release button again.

  • Page 22: Flash Mode

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 20 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Using the Four-way Controller In standby mode, you can select the following functions by using the four-way controller. Flash Mode Select from C (Auto Flash Discharge), i (Auto Flash+Red-eye Reduction), b (Manual Flash Discharge), D (Manual Flash+Red-eye Reduction), G (Slow-speed Sync), H (Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye), or I (Trailing Curtain Sync).

  • Page 23: White Balance

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 21 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM White Balance Select from F (Auto White Balance), G (Daylight), H (Shade), ^ (Cloudy), J (Fluorescent Light), I (Tungsten), L (Flash), f, or K (Manual).

  • Page 24: Reviewing Images

    Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 22 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Reviewing Images You can play back captured images on the monitor. Press the N button after taking a picture. The captured image is displayed on the monitor. Use the four-way controller (45) to display the previous or next image.
  • Page 25 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 23 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM Selecting a Playback Function You can choose the playback function you want to use from the playback mode palette. Press the four-way controller Image Rotation Image Rotation (3) while an image is displayed.
  • Page 26 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 24 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM For details on how to use the O, refer to the Operating Manual. O Operating Manual...
  • Page 27 Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 25 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 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 equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
  • Page 28 (http://www.pentaximaging.com) PENTAX RICOH IMAGING 1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA INC. CANADA (http://www.pentax.ca) • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. OPK010171/ENG Copyright © PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD. 2012 FOM 01.02.2012 Printed in Europe...

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