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Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Optio MX4 Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities. Regarding copyrights Images taken using the Optio MX4 that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbols during use. Warning These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience serious difficulties if the warnings are not heeded. Caution These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience minor or middling difficulties or physical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.
Caution • Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. • Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI7. The battery could explode or catch fire. • Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns. • Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a risk of discoloring.
• If lightning should be present during using, unplug the power cord and discontinue using. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock. • Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with dust. This can cause a fire. Caution • Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending.
• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. • Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc. • The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA .............................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................3 Contents ...........................................................................................5 Composition of the Operating Manual ..............................................9 Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................10 Names of Parts............................................................
Using the Menus ................................................................................. 43 How to Use the Menus ...................................................................43 Example of Menu Operation...........................................................44 Menu List ........................................................................................46 Taking Still Pictures 48 Taking Still Pictures............................................................................
Setting the Movie Shooting Functions .............................................90 Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies ......................................91 Selecting the Quality Level of Movies.............................................92 Selecting the Frame Rate...............................................................93 Recording and Playback Sound 94 Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)......................................94 Playing Back Sound .....................................
Setting the World Time .................................................................124 Changing the Display Language ..................................................126 Changing the Display Mode .........................................................126 Changing the Background Color and Screen Effects ...................127 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor................................128 Changing the Video Output Format ..............................................
Composition of the Operating Manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1 This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 2 Quick Start ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you want to start taking pictures straightaway.
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio MX4 Strap O-ST17 (∗) Software (CD-ROM) S-SW23 AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) USB cable I-USB17 (∗) Lens cap/Cap holder Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI7 (∗) Battery charger D-BC7 (∗) AC plug cord D-CO2 (∗) SD Memory Card (32 MB) Operating Manual (this manual) Operating Manual (PC Connection Manual) • Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.135).
Names of Parts Front f button Mode dial Flash Self-timer lamp Power switch Battery cover Lens Microphone Speaker Strap lug Terminal cover USB/AV terminal DC input terminal Tripod socket Back SD Memory Card cover lever SD Memory Card cover Grip Flexible LCD monitor Shutter release button 11
Names of Operating Parts Zoom/w/x/f/y lever Shutter release button C button OK button Four-way controller (2345) Mode dial Power switch MENU button Q button )/i button m/g button b/Z button Guide Indications A guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below.
Getting Started Attaching the Strap 1 Getting Started Cap holder Attach the cap holder to the lens cap and thread the cord onto the camera strap. Remove the lens cap by pressing the tabs on either side of the cap. 1 Attach the strap to the camera. Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop. Do not tighten the strap until the cap holder has been attached. 2 Attach the cap holder to the lens cap.
Powering the Camera 1 Battery Getting Started Charging indicator To power outlet 3 2 Battery charger 1 AC plug cord Charging the Battery When using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery depleted] message is displayed, charge the battery. 1 2 3 4 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. Place the battery in the charger with the label facing up.
1 2 2 Battery lock lever (when using a D-LI7 battery) 1 Getting Started 1 Installing the Battery Insert the battery in the camera. Use one D-LI7 rechargeable lithium-ion battery. AA batteries or AA rechargeable batteries cannot be used in this camera. 1 Open the battery cover on the end of the grip. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow 1 and flip the cover open 2 . 2 Insert the battery with the 2 symbol facing toward the battery lock lever.
1 Getting Started • Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result. • Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery when the camera is turned on. • If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the battery to avoid the risk of leakage. • If the camera is left without the battery for a long time, the date and time may be reset. If this happens, follow the procedure in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.30).
DC terminal AC adapter 3 To power outlet 1 2 AC power cable Getting Started 4 1 Using the AC Adapter If you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC7 (optional) is recommended. 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover. 2 Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera. 3 4 Connect the AC power cable to the AC adapter. Plug the AC power cable into the power outlet.
Installing the SD Memory Card SD Memory Card 1 Getting Started 2 1 This camera uses an SD Memory Card to record captured images. Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. 1 Push the card cover lever toward the LCD monitor. The card cover opens. 2 Insert the SD Memory Card so the label is on the grip side and push the card in until it clicks. 3 Close the card cover. To remove the card, press the card in to eject it and pull it out.
Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card • Care should be taken if you remove the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being recorded on the card, images or sound are being played back, or the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable, as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged. • Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact.
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level for Still Pictures 1 Getting Started Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality level best suited to your purpose. Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer images for printing, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the total number of pictures that can be taken. Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for still pictures on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level for Movies 1 Getting Started Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality level best suited to your purpose. The number of recorded pixels indicates the image resolution. Larger sizes produce clearer images, but results in larger filesizes. The frame rate indicates the number of images that are displayed per second. Higher numbers produce smoother motion, but also results in larger filesizes.
Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Recording Time Frame rate: 30fps (15fps) Quality level 1 Getting Started 22 Recorded pixels 640 (640×480) 320 (320×240) 160 (160×120) C Best 2.5 min. (5 min.) 6 min. (11 min.) 16 min. (25 min.) D Better 4 min. (7 min.) 9 min. (16 min.) 20 min. (31 min.) E Good 5 min. (9 min.) 16 min. (25 min.) 31 min. (42 min.) Sound 4 hr. 22 min. • The above table shows the approximate recording time when using a 64MB SD Memory Card.
Operating the Camera Parts The following is an explanation of how to operate the camera parts. 1 Pull the grip out from the camera and rotate it in the direction indicated by the arrow. Adjust the grip to a comfortable position for holding the camera (about 120°). Getting Started Using the Grip about 120° Take hold of the grip near the hinge and extend it. Rotate the grip to the desired position. You can rotate the grip to a maximum of 180 degrees to the lens. Do not apply excessive force to the grip.
Opening the LCD Monitor 1 You can swivel the LCD monitor 210 degrees vertically and 180 degrees horizontally to ensure easy viewing from different angles. Getting Started Do not apply excessive force when swiveling the LCD monitor. Lift Open the LCD monitor from the bottom. Swivel Swivel the LCD monitor anticlockwise. Lower Lower the LCD monitor into the viewing position.
Holding the Camera • When recording movies, sound is recorded at the same time. Be careful not to cover the microphone or the holes at the side of the microphone with your finger. • You are recommended to use a tripod to prevent camera shake when taking pictures at a high magnification rate. 1 Getting Started Holding the camera in your right hand by the grip, operate the shutter release button and the Zoom/w/x lever with your index finger and the C button with your thumb.
Using the Flash 1 Getting Started f button 1 Press the f button on the side of the camera. The flash pops up. Press the area around the PENTAX logo on the cover softly to close the flash.
Turning the Camera On and Off 1 OK button 1 2 Getting Started Power switch Press the power switch. The camera turns on and the power switch lights green. The shooting mode icon and name appear for one second. If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on page 29 to set the display language and/or current date and time. Program Press the power switch again. The camera turns off and the power switch turns light off.
Power switch 1 Getting Started Voice Recording Only Mode This mode lets you use the camera as a voice recorder. Voice Recording Only mode is exclusively for recording sound; you cannot take still pictures or movies in this mode. 1 Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch. The camera turns on in Voice Recording Only mode. To switch to capture status, set the mode dial to any mode other than O. Recording Sound 1p.94 Voice Recording Mode 1p.
Initial Settings 1 OK button MENU button Q button Four-way controller Getting Started Power switch If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current date and time. If the Initial Settings screen appears Initial Settings English City DST Video Out NYC NTSC MENU E x i t OK OK 1p.
Setting the Display Language 1 You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Korean and Japanese. Getting Started 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the display language. Initial Settings English The default setting is English. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [City]. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the desired city (Home Town).
4 Press the four-way controller (5). 2 and 3 appear above and below the month. Date Adjust Date Style 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month. 6 Press the four-way controller (5). Date Adjust 2 and 3 appear above and below the day. Date Style mm/dd/yy 1 2 h 01 / 01 / 2004 1 0 0 : 0 0 am OK OK mm/dd/yy 1 2 h 01 / 01 / 2004 0 0 : 0 0 am 7 MENU E x i t Use the four-way controller (23) to change the day and press the four-way controller (5).
Quick Start Taking Still Pictures 2 Shutter release button Zoom/w/x lever Mode dial Quick Start Power switch f button i button The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. If the flash has been opened, it will fire automatically depending on the light conditions. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Pull the grip out and rotate it into position. Open the LCD monitor. Press the power switch. 38 00 : 02 : 48 The camera turns on. Set the mode dial to R. Check the image on the LCD monitor.
Using the Shutter Release Button 2 Quick Start The shutter release button works in a two-step action. Press halfway The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway). The shutter speed and aperture settings only appear on the LCD monitor when the shutter release button is pressed halfway (when the mode dial is set to R or d) . The focus frame lights green at the focusing position if the subject is in focus.
Quick Start Playing Back Still Pictures 2 Four-way controller Quick Start Q button Playing Back Images You can display the still pictures you have taken. 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. 100 - 0017 The image appears on the LCD monitor. 07/25/2004 14 : 25 For instructions on how to view images on a computer, refer to the “PC Connection Manual – Enjoying Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC”.
Rotating the Displayed Image 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). 100 - 0004 2 Quick Start The image is rotated 90 degrees clockwise each time the button is pressed. The zoom display and nine-image display functions cannot be used with rotated images, nor can DPOF or delete/protect settings be made.
Quick Start Taking Movies Zoom/w/x lever C button 2 Quick Start Power switch The standard procedure for recording movies is described below. 1 2 3 Pull the grip out and rotate it into position. Open the LCD monitor. Press the power switch. 4 Press the C button. 5 The camera turns on. Recording starts. You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom/w/x lever to the right or left. Press the lever gently to change the captured area slowly and press it all the way to change the area quickly.
Quick Start Playing Back Movies Four-way controller 2 Quick Start Q button Playing Back Movies You can play back the movies you have taken. 1 Press the Q button after taking a movie. The image appears on the LCD monitor. The first frame appears on the monitor and h appears on the movie. 2 Press the four-way controller (2). 100 - 0017 00:02:17 07/25/2004 14 : 25 Playback starts. Press the four-way controller (3) to stop playback. You can also play back movies on a TV. (1p.
Common Operations Understanding the Button Functions 1 10 2 3 4 5 3 6 Common Operations 9 7 8 Capture Mode 1 Shutter release button Starts taking still pictures. (1p.32) 2 C button Starts recording movies. When pressed again, stops recording. (1p.86) 3 OK button Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.66) Displays the Digital Filter options screen. (1p.56) Saves your current menu selection if you have a menu open. 4 MENU button Displays the [A Rec.
6 Four-way controller 7 ) button Changes the shooting mode in the following sequence. (1p.68) Macro mode, Super Macro mode, Infinity-Landscape mode, Manual Focus mode 8 m button 3 Common Operations d mode: (3) Selects the Picture mode. (1p.50) (45) Adjusts the exposure. (1p.83) R mode: (45) Adjusts the exposure. (1p.83) b mode: (23) Adjusts the shutter speed. (1p.62) (45) Adjusts the exposure. (1p.83) c mode: (23) Adjusts the aperture. (1p.63) (45) Adjusts the exposure. (1p.
1 10 2 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 3 Common Operations Playback Mode 1 Shutter release button Stops playback and switches to the Capture mode. (1p.32) 2 C button Stops playback and switches to the Capture mode. (1p.32) 3 OK button Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.101) Saves your current menu selection. (1p.43) 4 MENU button Displays the [A Rec. Mode], [C Movie Mode], [Q Playback] and [B Set-up] menus. (1p.43) 5 Q button Stops playback and switches to the Capture mode. (1p.
8 g button Sets the items for printing images. (1p.115) 9 Z button Protects images from deletion. (1p.108) 10 Zoom/f/y lever Press toward f during normal playback to display nine images at once. (1p.98) Press toward y for zoom display and to change the size of the image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.99) 3 Common Operations Pressing the shutter release button, the C button or the Q button does not change the mode to the Capture mode when the camera was turned on in Playback Only mode.
1 2 3 4 5 3 Voice Recording Mode Common Operations 1 Shutter release button When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. When pressed for more than one second, recording continues for as long as the button is held down and stops when the button is released. 2 C button When pressed during recording, an index can be added to the sound being recorded. (1p.94) 3 Four-way controller (in Playback Only mode) (2) Starts playback. When pressed again, pauses playback. (1p.
Using the Menus When you press the MENU button, a menu appears on the LCD monitor. The menu varies depending on the camera mode. You can set functions, save the settings and change the camera settings on these menus. How to Use the Menus When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor. Ex.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (3).
Example of Menu Operation Capture mode MENU [A Rec. Mode] Menu Rec. Mode 3 Common Operations Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t Movie Mode 2304 AWB MENU E x i t Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie 640 30fps Off AUTO OK OK Rec.
Playback mode MENU [Q Playback] Menu [B Set-up] Menu Playback MENU E x i t Set-up 3 sec Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Off English Norm. Off DISPLAY OK OK MENU E x i t Playback OK OK Set-up Slideshow Resize Trimming Digital Filter Quick Zoom Quick Delete 3 sec MENU E x i t OK S t a r t Format Sound Date Adjust World Time Off DISPLAY MENU E x i t Off English Norm.
Menu List [A Rec. Mode] Menu This menu shows the functions related to taking still pictures. Some of the functions are also used for taking movies. Yes.....Adjustable No ......Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the menu, but any changes you make are invalid in actual operation. — .......Set on the [C Movie Mode] menu. 3 Common Operations Default Setting d Rb ca C Page 2304 (2304×1728) Yes Yes — p.
[C Movie Mode] menu This menu is only for movies. Item Description Recorded Pixels For selecting the number of pixels Default Setting 640 (640×480) C (Best) Page p.91 p.92 Quality Level For selecting the quality level for movies Frame Rate For selecting the number of frames (still pictures) per second 30fps p.93 Color Mode For selecting a color filter when taking a movie Color p.
Taking Still Pictures Taking Still Pictures Selecting a Still Picture Mode There are various ways of capturing images, from modes where the camera automatically sets the shooting functions to obtain the best pictures, to modes where settings are made manually to achieve a particular effect. Capture Modes 4 d Picture mode Taking Still Pictures R Program mode b Shutter Priority mode c Aperture Priority mode a Manual mode 1 There are ten Picture modes to choose from.
3, 4 1 Setting the Functions (Program Mode) In R (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other functions such as the flash mode or continuous shooting mode. Set the mode dial to R. Set the functions you want to use. 38 00 : 02 : 48 Refer to “Setting the Still Picture Shooting Functions” (p.67 to p.83) for details of how to set the functions. 3 Press the shutter release button halfway.
Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (Picture Mode) You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are ten available modes in Picture mode. Lets you capture the bright colors of landscape views by q Landscape emphasizing the contours and saturation of green trees, 4 Taking Still Pictures 50 blue sky, etc. Lets you capture the vivid colors of flowers. The brightness of the image is maintained while the < Flower background is moderately blurred.
5, 6 1 2, 3 4 1 2 3 The Picture mode options screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a Picture mode. 4 Picture Mode Landscape OK OK Press the OK button. 38 The Picture mode is selected. 5 6 00 : 02 : 48 Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. # Taking Still Pictures 4 Set the mode dial to d. Press the four-way controller (3). 07/25/2004 14 : 25 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken.
1 dRbcaC Using the Zoom You can use the zoom to change the shooting area. 4 1 Taking Still Pictures Press the Zoom/w/x lever in Capture mode. x (Tele) : enlarges the subject. w (Wide) : enlarges the area captured by the camera. The zoom bar indicates the current level of magnification. When the digital zoom function is disabled, you can take pictures at up to 10-times magnification using the optical zoom.
Two-Speed Zoom Operation The zoom can be operated at high speed or at low speed. Pressing the zoom lever gently toward w or x slowly changes the zoom magnification (low-speed zoom). Zoom adjustment stops when you remove your finger from the lever. Pressing the zoom lever all the way toward w or x quickly changes the zoom magnification (high-speed zoom). Zoom adjustment stops when you remove your finger from the lever. • To ensure smooth motion, avoid rapid zoom adjustment when recording movies.
2 1 dRbcaC Using the Self-Timer 4 Taking Still Pictures In self-timer mode, the picture is taken a fixed time after the shutter release button is pressed. Use the 10-second self-timer when you want to be included in a group picture. Use the 2-second self-timer to avoid camera shake when you press the shutter release button. 1 2 Press the m button in Capture mode to display g or Z on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button.
2, 3 1 dRbca Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/ High-Speed Continuous Shooting Mode) Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. 2 3 Press the m button in Capture mode to display j or p on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button halfway. a The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. 38 00 : 02 : 48 # 07/25/2004 14 : 25 Press the shutter release button fully. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed.
6, 7 MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity 2304 AWB AUTO MENU E x i t OK OK Rbca Taking Pictures with Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode) 4 Taking Still Pictures You can take pictures using digital filters in a variety of colors, such as red, blue and green. 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Filter].
• These digital filters are used for still pictures. Color filters for movies can be selected from [Color Mode] on the [C Movie Mode] menu. (1p.88) • You can register the digital filter options screen on the OK button. This will enable you to display the digital filter options screen simply by pressing the OK button while taking pictures. • You can also edit captured images using the digital filters. • When Capture mode is changed, the digital filter setting is released.
7, 8 1 3, 4, 5 6 2 Rbca Varying the Settings Automatically (Auto Bracketing) 4 Taking Still Pictures Auto bracketing can be used to automatically vary settings such as the exposure and white balance over a series of three shots when the shutter release button is pressed. This simple operation ensures that you are able to get the best shots. Auto Bracket Settings a b c d e 1 2 3 Pictures are taken in the following sequence: normal, underexposed (dark), overexposed (bright).
5 If you selected exposure or white balance, use the fourway controller (45) to choose the bracketing steps. 6 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take pictures. The function chosen for auto bracketing appears on the LCD monitor. 7 Press the shutter release button halfway. a 38 00 : 02 : 48 # 07/25/2004 14 : 25 The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus. 8 Press the shutter release button fully.
6, 7 1 2, 3, 5 4, 8 d Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist) 4 Taking Still Pictures You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The panorama software on the CD-ROM (S-SW23) supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX) and a computer are necessary for joining the images. The Panorama Assist enables you to overlap the edges of the images so that they are easier to join together into a panorama picture. 1 2 Set the mode dial to d.
6 Take the first image. Press the shutter release button to take the first image. The right edge of the image appears in semi-transparent form on the left of the LCD monitor. 7 Move the camera to the right and take the second image. Move the camera until the semi-transparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 to take the third and subsequent images. Press the OK button. The screen returns to Step 5.
3, 4 1 2 b Shutter Priority Shooting 4 Taking Still Pictures In this mode, you can set the shutter speed manually. The camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the optimal exposure at the shutter speed you have chosen. Use this mode when you want to emphasize movement by setting a slow shutter speed to take a moving subject, etc. 1 2 Set the mode dial to b. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the shutter speed. Pressing 2 increases the speed and pressing 3 reduces the speed.
3, 4 1 2 c Aperture Priority Shooting 1 2 Set the mode dial to c. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the aperture value. Pressing 2 increases the aperture and pressing 3 reduces the aperture. 3 Press the shutter release button halfway. a 1/30 F2.9 # c 38 00 : 02 : 48 4 Taking Still Pictures In this mode, you can set the aperture manually. The camera automatically sets the shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure at the aperture value you have chosen.
4, 5 1 2, 3 a Manual Shooting 4 In this mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture manually. This mode allows you to produce different creative effects in your pictures. Taking Still Pictures 1 2 Set the mode dial to a. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the aperture value. Pressing 2 increases the aperture and pressing 3 reduces the aperture. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the shutter speed. a a 38 00 : 02 : 48 1/30 n 07/25/2004 F2.9 # - 0.
Wide angle conversion lens (optional) 4 The L-WC17 wide angle conversion lens is available as an optional accessory. (1p.135) Simply screwing this useful accessory onto the front of the camera provides a wide angle equivalent to 27.75 mm (1.1 in) on a 35 mm (1.4 in) camera. • The L-WC17 wide angle conversion lens is designed for use with the camera zoom at the maximum wide position (w). Using the lens with the zoom in the x position will result in poor quality images and is not recommended.
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode 4 Taking Still Pictures The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the OK button. If [FILT.] has been registered on the OK button, change the setting to [DISPLAY] on the [B Set-up] menu. (1p.126) Norm. (Normal display) 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 Shooting information appears when the camera is y 38 a gr 00 : 02 : 48 turned on.
Setting the Still Picture Shooting Functions Shooting and Playback Capture mode is for taking and recording images. The shutter release button is for taking still pictures in Capture mode and the C button is for taking movies. Playback mode is for viewing captured pictures. The displayed picture can be edited in Playback mode. Follow the procedure below to switch between Still Picture mode and Movie mode and between Capture mode and Playback mode.
1 dRbcaC Selecting the Focus Mode Focus Modes 4 Taking Still Pictures The camera focuses on the object in the focusing area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Use this mode when the distance to the subject is more than 40 cm (16 in) when zoomed out and more than 120 cm (47 in) when zoomed in. This mode is used when the distance to the subject is approx. 10 cm – 50 cm (4 in –20 in) when zoomed out and Macro mode approx. 60 cm – 150 cm (24 in – 59 in) when zoomed in.
Manual Focus The procedure for setting the focus manually is described below. 1 Press the ) button in Capture mode to display z. The central portion of the screen is magnified twice as large when focusing. 2 Press the four-way controller (23). The indicator appears on the LCD monitor. Using the indicator as a guide, adjust the focus with the four-way controller (23).
1 dRbca Selecting the Flash Mode Flash Modes 4 (No Auto icon) Taking Still Pictures a Flash Off b Flash On c d The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions. The flash will not discharge, regardless of the light conditions. Use this mode to take pictures at dusk or in museums etc. where flash photography is prohibited. The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.
2, 3 1 4 dRbca Adjusting the Flash Intensity You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. 1 4 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Flash Exp. Comp.]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the light emission. Rec. Mode Flash Exp. Comp. Digital Filter Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory Sharpness 0.00 x4 1 sec To increase the light emission, set a positive MENU E x i t OK OK (+) value.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK dRbca Selecting the Recorded Pixels 4 Taking Still Pictures You can choose the number of recorded pixels of still pictures from [2304×1728], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels, the bigger the picture and the larger the filesize. The quality level setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.73).
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK dRbca Selecting the Quality Level Quality Levels C (Best) D (Better) E 1 (Good) Lowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints. Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewing the image on a computer screen. Highest compression rate. Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites. Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK RbcaC Adjusting the White Balance 4 You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting. Taking Still Pictures White Balance Settings F (Auto) The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. G H (Daylight) Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.
Manual Setting Have a blank sheet of white paper ready. 1 2 Select K (manual) on the White Balance screen. 3 Press the Q button. Point the camera at the blank sheet of paper so that it fills the screen of the LCD monitor. White Balance PLAY A d j u s t The shutter is released and the white MENU E x i t OK OK balance is automatically adjusted. [Complete] appears on the LCD monitor when adjustment is finished and the display returns to the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Press the OK button.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK dRbca Changing the Focusing Area You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area). 4 Focusing Area Taking Still Pictures [ ] 1 (Multiple) Normal range (Spot) The autofocus range becomes smaller. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area].
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity 2304 AWB AUTO MENU E x i t OK OK dRbcaC Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering) 4 AE Metering Modes L M N 1 (Multi-segment) The exposure is determined by the entire screen. The exposure is determined mainly by the center of the (Center-weighted) screen. The exposure is determined by the small area in the (Spot) center of the screen only.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK dRbcaC Setting the Sensitivity You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. 4 Sensitivity Settings Taking Still Pictures AUTO 100 200 400 1 The camera sets the sensitivity automatically. • The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the less noise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK dRbca Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) You can choose the Instant Review time from 1 sec, 2 sec, 3 sec, 5 sec and Off (no display). Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Instant Review]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the display time.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK RbcaC Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness) 4 You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines. Taking Still Pictures 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness].
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK RbcaC Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation) You can set the color saturation. 1 4 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Saturation]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or y [Low (–)]. Rec.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK RbcaC Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast) You can set the image contrast. 4 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. Taking Still Pictures The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Contrast]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting from x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or y [Low (–)]. Rec.
2, 3 1 dRbcC Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 1 Press the four-way controller (45) in Capture mode. You can change the EV setting. To brighten, set a positive (+) value. To darken, set a negative (–) value. You can choose the EV setting in the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 0.25 EV steps. 2 3 38 00 : 02 : 48 +0.25 07/25/2004 14 : 25 4 Taking Still Pictures You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.
Saving the Settings (Memory) You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the camera is turned off or returned to the defaults. The items that can be saved or reset are listed below. If you select O (On), the settings will be saved in the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select P (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off.
MENU 2, 3, 4, 5 1 6 1 Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The Memory screen appears. Rec. Mode Flash Exp. Comp. Digital Filter Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory Sharpness MENU E x i t 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item. 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O(On) or P (Off).
Taking Movies Recording Movies 1, 2 Recording Movies This mode lets you take movies. Sound is recorded at the same time. 1 5 Press the C button in Capture mode. Taking Movies Recording starts. The following information appears on the LCD monitor. 1 Movie mode icon 2 Recording indicator (blinks during recording) 3 Remaining recording time You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom/w/x lever to the right or left. x : enlarges the subject. w : enlarges the area captured by the camera.
Keeping the C Button Pressed Recording starts when you keep the C button pressed for more than one second. Recording will continue for as long as you keep the button pressed. Recording stops when you take your finger off the C button. Using the Zoom When Taking Movies If you use the zoom when taking movies, hold the camera steady and zoom in and out slowly using the low-speed zoom. Operating the zoom too quickly or failing to hold the camera steady will affect the quality of your movies.
MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Movie Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie 640 30fps MENU E x i t Off OK OK C Adding a Color Effect to Movies (Color Mode) You can add a color effect to movies by using color filters. As well as recording in normal colors, you can choose a B&W filter or a Sepia filter. 5 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Taking Movies 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select the [C Movie Mode] menu.
6 MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Movie Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie MENU E x i t 640 30fps Off OK OK C Taking Time-lapse Movies This mode lets you take movies at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back at the normal frame rate, the action appears speeded up.
Setting the Movie Shooting Functions There are a number of functions that you can set for recording movies. However, the following functions use the settings for taking still pictures. Refer to the relevant reference pages listed below. Adjusting the White Balance Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the Exposure Setting the Sensitivity Setting the Image Sharpness Setting the Color Saturation Setting the Image Contrast Setting the Exposure 5 Taking Movies 90 1p.74 1p.77 1p.78 1p.80 1p.81 1p.82 1p.
MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Movie Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie MENU E x i t 640 30fps Off OK OK C Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies You can choose the number of recorded pixels for movies from [640×480], [320×240] and [160×120]. The more pixels, the bigger the picture and the larger the filesize. The quality level setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.92). Recorded Pixels for Movies 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.
MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Movie Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie MENU E x i t 640 30fps Off OK OK C Selecting the Quality Level of Movies The more stars, the higher the quality and the larger the filesize. The recorded pixels setting also affects the filesize of your pictures (1p.91). Quality Levels of Movies 5 Taking Movies C D E 1 (Best) (Better) (Good) Produces high quality movies for viewing on a TV. Suitable for sending by high-speed Internet circuit.
MENU 2, 3, 4 1 5 Movie Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level Frame Rate Color Mode Time-lapse Movie MENU E x i t 640 30fps Off OK OK C Selecting the Frame Rate The frame rate refers to the number of frames taken per second. The higher the frame rate, the better the quality and the larger the filesize. There are two frame rates to choose from: 30fps and 15fps. 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the [C Movie Mode] menu.
Recording and Playback Sound Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) You can record sound with the camera. 2, 3 1 Speaker Microphone 1 Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch. The remaining recording time and the recording time of the current file appear on the LCD monitor. 1 Current recording time 2 Remaining recording time 6 Recording and Playback Sound 2 3 1 O SHUTTER REC Start # Press the shutter release button. Recording starts. The self-timer lamp lights during recording.
Playing Back Sound You can play back the sound files you made in Voice Recording mode. 2, 3, 4 1, 5 1 2 3 Press the Q button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a sound file to play back. Press the four-way controller (2). 12 3 101 - 0067 00 : 01 : 41 00 : 03 : 25 The following operations can be performed during playback. Four-way controller (2) 4 07/25/2004 14 : 25 Pauses playback Press again to resume playback If there are no recorded indexes: Four-way controller (4) Rewinds approx.
Adding a Voice Memo to Images You can add a voice memo to your still pictures. 1, 2, 3 Recording a Voice Memo 1 6 Recording and Playback Sound 96 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture to which you want to add a voice memo. O appears on the four-way controller operation guide on the LCD monitor if there is no voice memo attached to the displayed image. 2 Press the four-way controller (2).
1, 2, 3 Playing Back a Voice Memo 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want to play back. If U appears on the displayed image, a voice memo has been recorded. 2 100 - 0017 07/25/2004 14 : 25 Press the four-way controller (2). The following operations can be performed during playback. 3 Zoom/f/y lever (x) Zoom/f/y lever (w) Increases the volume Reduces the volume Press the four-way controller (2). Playback stops.
Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies Playing Back Still Pictures 1, 2 Playing Back Still Pictures Press the Q button. Refer to “Playing Back Images” (p.34) for instructions. Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. 1 7 Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies 98 2 Press the Zoom/f/y lever toward f in Playback mode. 100 - 0017 1 O Nine images appear with the selected image C at the bottom center.
\ 2 1 3 Zoom Display You can display images magnified up to 12 times. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during magnification. 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to magnify. 2 Press the Zoom/f/y lever toward y. yX 1 . 8 The image is magnified (×1.2 to ×12). Holding down the button changes the magnification continuously. The following operations can be performed while the magnified image is displayed.
MENU 2, 3 1 4 Playback Slideshow Resize Trimming Digital Filter Quick Zoom Quick Delete MENU E x i t 3 sec Off OK OK Setting the Quick Zoom Function You can display the image at set magnification simply by pressing the Zoom/f/y lever toward y once during zoom playback. 1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Quick Zoom]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the magnification. ×2.0 to ×12.
Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode Pressing the OK button in Playback mode changes the display format (Display mode) of the image’s shooting information. Norm. (Normal display) Shooting information is displayed. 2 Protect icon 1 Voice memo icon 3 Card status 4 Folder name 5 File name 6 Four-way controller operation guide 7 Shooting date and time 8 Battery level indicator 10 Shutter speed 9 Aperture 1 2 3 5 100 - 0017 1/30 F2.
1, 3, 4 2 5 Slideshow You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card one after another. 1 2 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image with which to start the slideshow. Press the MENU button. Playback The [Q Playback] menu appears. 7 Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies 102 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Slideshow]. 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the playback interval.
Playing Back Movies 1, 2, 3 4 Playing Back Movies You can play back the movies you have taken. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Sound is played back at the same time. 1 2 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back. Press the four-way controller (2).
Viewing Still Pictures and Movies on a TV USB/AV terminal By using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on a TV or other equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. 7 Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies 104 1 Open the terminal cover and connect the AV cable to the USB/AV terminal. 2 Connect the other end of the AV cable to the image input terminal and sound input terminal on the TV.
Deleting 1, 3 4 2 Deleting Single Images and Sound Files You can delete single images and sound files one at a time. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • You cannot delete protected images. (1p.108) 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image or sound file to delete. 2 Press the i button. 100 - 0017 3 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]. 4 Press the OK button. The image or sound file is deleted.
Deleting Voice Memos Only If an image has a voice memo, you can delete the voice memo without deleting the image. 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image with a voice memo to delete. 2 Press the i button. 100 - 0017 The Delete screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound Delete]. 4 Press the OK button. The voice memo is deleted.
2 3 1 Deleting All Images You can delete all the images and sound files at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images and sound files cannot be deleted. 1 Press the i button twice in Playback mode. The Delete All screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All]. Press the OK button. All the images and sound files are deleted.
1, 3 4 2 Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images and sound files from being accidentally deleted. 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image or sound file to protect. 2 Press the Z button. 100 - 0017 The Protect screen appears. 7 Playing Back and Deleting Still Pictures/Movies 108 3 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect]. 4 Press the OK button. The selected images are protected.
2 3 1 Protecting All Images and Sound Files You can protect all your images and sound files. 1 Press the Z button twice in Playback mode. The Protect All screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect all]. 3 Press the OK button. 100 - 0017 Protect all images & sounds Protect all Unprotect MENU E x i t OK OK All the images and sound files are protected. To cancel the Protect setting on all your images and sound files, select [Unprotect] in Step 2.
Editing and Printing Still Pictures Editing Still Pictures MENU 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10 1 5, 9, 11 Playback Slideshow Resize Trimming Digital Filter Quick Zoom Quick Delete MENU E x i t 3 sec Off OK OK Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize) By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original.
6 7 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the number of recorded pixels. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Quality Level]. 8 9 10 11 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the quality. 100 - 0017 Select resolution and quality 1600 Recorded Pixels Quality Level MENU Exit OK OK Press the OK button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. Press the OK button. 100 - 0017 Overwrite Original Image? The resized image is saved.
MENU 2, 3, 4, 8 1 5, 7, 9 Playback Slideshow Resize Trimming Digital Filter Quick Zoom Quick Delete MENU E x i t 3 sec Off OK OK Trimming Images You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 Editing and Printing Still Pictures 112 7 8 9 Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q Playback] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Trimming]. Press the four-way controller (5). Images that can be trimmed appear.
MENU 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 1 6, 8 Playback Slideshow Resize Trimming Digital Filter Quick Zoom Quick Delete 3 sec Off MENU E x i t OK OK Editing Pictures with Digital Filters The digital filters consist of eight color filters: B&W, Sepia, Red, Pink, Purple, Blue, Green and Yellow. The Digital Filter mode enables you to edit pictures using these filters. When the special filter effect has been created, the image appears on the LCD monitor and is saved. 1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode.
7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as]. 8 Press the OK button. 100 - 0017 Overwrite Original Image? The image is saved with the digital filter effect.
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printer or photo processing lab. 2, 3, 4 5 1 Printing Single Images Set the following items for each image. Copies : Choose the number of copies up to 99. Date : Specify whether you want the date inserted on the print or not. 1 2 Press the g button in Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to print and press the four-way controller (3).
4 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose whether to insert the date or not. O (On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted. 5 Press the OK button. The print settings are made accordingly. • If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, the previous number of copies and date setting will be displayed. • To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of copies to [0] and press the OK button. • You cannot set the printing service for movies or sound-only files.
2, 3, 4 5 1 Printing All Images 1 2 Press the g button twice in Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. 3 Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. 4 DPOF setting images for all images Copies Date MENU E x i t Use the four-way controller (45) to choose whether to insert the date or not. 00 OK OK O (On) : The date will be imprinted. P (Off) : The date will not be imprinted. 5 Press the OK button.
Direct Printing Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer using the USB cable (I-USB17) supplied with the camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. Connect the camera to the printer and select the images you want to print and the number of copies. • You are recommended to use the AC adapter D-AC7 (optional) while the camera is connected to the printer.
Printing Single Images 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print One] on the PictBridge menu. 2 Press the OK button. The Print One screen appears. Print All Print One DPOF AUTOPRINT OK OK 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image to print. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies.
Printing All Images 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print All] on the PictBridge menu. 2 Press the OK button. The Print All screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. The number of copies you choose applies to all the images. 4 Print all images Copies 01 Total 20 PLAY D a t e MENU E x i t Date OK P r i n t Use the Q button to choose whether to insert the date or not. O (On) : The date will be imprinted.
Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer Disconnect the camera from the printer when you have finished printing. 1 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. The camera automatically turns off when the USB cable is disconnected.
Settings Camera Settings How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK Formatting an SD Memory Card Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card is being formatted as this may damage the card and render it unusable.
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY Off English Norm. MENU E x i t OK OK Changing the Sound Settings You can adjust the playback volume and the volume of operation sounds, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound and key operation sound. You can also change the type of sound. Changing the Playback Volume and Operation Volume 1 2 3 4 5 Select [Sound] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). S o u n d The Sound screen appears.
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK Changing the Date and Time You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. 1 2 Select [Date Adjust] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5).
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY MENU E x i t 3 Off English Norm. OK OK Use the four-way controller (45) to select O(On) or P (Off). O : The time in the city selected in World Time is displayed. P : The time in the city selected in Home Time is displayed. 4 Press the four-way controller (3). If New York is selected as the World Time city, the location of New York is marked on the world map and X indicates the current time in New York (NYC).
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity 2304 AWB AUTO MENU E x i t OK OK Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese. 1 2 Select [Language/ ] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY MENU E x i t Off English Norm. OK OK Changing the Background Color and Screen Effects 1 2 Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The Screen Setting screen appears. Using Screen Effects Selecting O (On) lets you display various animated effects when you change the image displayed on the LCD monitor. 3 4 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Screen effect].
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity 2304 AWB AUTO MENU E x i t OK OK Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. 1 2 Select [Brightness Level] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). Brightness Level The Brightness Level screen appears.
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY MENU E x i t Off English Norm. OK OK Changing the Video Output Format You can choose the output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking or playing back images on a TV. 1 2 Select [Video Out] on the [B Set-up] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [NTSC] or [PAL]. Choose the video output format to match the output format of the TV. 3 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take or play back images.
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK Changing the USB Connection Mode Choose the appropriate USB connection mode depending on whether you are going to connect the USB cable to a printer or a computer. 1 2 3 Select [USB Connection] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY MENU E x i t Off English Norm. OK OK Setting Sleep Timeout You can set the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. Pressing any button other than the power switch during Sleep Timeout will turn the LCD monitor back on. 1 2 3 Select [Sleep Timeout] on the [B Set-up] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [30sec], [1min], [2min] or [Off]. Press the OK button.
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller MENU button OK button Rec. Mode Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU E x i t 2304 AWB AUTO OK OK Registering a Function on the OK Button You can register the display mode or digital filters for still pictures on the OK button. The default setting is the display mode. 1 2 3 Select [OK Button] on the [B Set-up] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select [DISP.], [FILT.] or [NON].
Set-up Format Sound Date Adjust World Time DISPLAY MENU E x i t Off English Norm. OK OK Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) You can reset all the settings other than the Date Adjust, Language/ and World Time. 1 2 Select [Reset] on the [B Set-up] menu. Press the four-way controller (5). The Reset screen appears. 3 4 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Reset]. Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take or play back images.
Appendix List of City Codes Refer to the following list of city codes when setting the World Time.
Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Wide angle conversion lens L-WC17 (1p.
Messages Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation. No image & sound There are no image/sound files on the SD Memory Card. Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. (p.18, 105) Change the quality/size and try again. (p.110) Memory card error Shooting and playback are impossible due to a problem with the SD Memory Card. It may work on your PC.
Messages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function. No paper There is no paper in the printer. No ink There is no ink in the printer. Printer error An error message has been sent from the printer. Data error A data error message has been sent from the printer. Paper stuck The paper in the printer has stuck.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Camera will not Battery is not installed turn on Battery is installed incorrectly Battery power is low No image on the LCD monitor Shutter will not release AA batteries have been inserted Camera is connected to a PC by the USB cable Camera is connected to a TV Image is displayed but is hard to see Flash is charging No available space on SD Memory Card Picture is dark 10 Appendix 138 Remedy Check battery is installed. If not, install battery. Check orientation of battery.
Problem Cause Remedy Subject is not in Subject difficult to focus Subjects difficult to focus on using focus on autofocus: objects with little contrast (blue sky, white walls, etc.), dark objects, finely patterned objects, fast-moving objects, scenery through window or net, etc. Lock focus on another object located at same distance (press shutter release button halfway), then aim at target and press shutter release button fully, or use Manual Focus mode.
Main Specifications Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lens 4.0 megapixels 4.23 megapixels (total pixels) 1/2.
Playback Functions Autofocus Manual Focus Exposure Mechanism Picture Mode Digital Filters Autobracket Movie Shutter Flash Drive Modes Self-Timer Time Function Power Supply Battery Life (Image storage capacity) In/Out Port Video Output Format PictBridge Wide Tele Wide Tele Autofocus 0.4m – ∞ 1.2m – ∞ 0.1m – ∞ 1.2m – ∞ (Normal) Macro 0.1m – 0.5m 0.6m – 1.5m 0.1m – ∞ 1.2m – ∞ Super Macro 0cm – 15cm – 0.1m – ∞ 1.
WARRANTY POLICY All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.
• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy. 10 Appendix The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community.
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.
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