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® PENTAX Corporation PENTAX Europe GmbH Pentax U.K. Limited Pentax France S.A.S Pentax Benelux B.V Pentax (Schweiz) AG Pentax Scandinavia AB PENTAX U.S.A., Inc. Pentax Canada Inc. OPERATING MANUAL This operating manual is printed on recycled paper. 57233 Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2003 01-200302 Printed in Japan OTHERS The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC). ADVANCED OPERATIONS 2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.co.jp/) (European Headquarters) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk) 12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (for Netherlands) Spinveld 25, 4815 HR Breda, NETHERLANDS (http://www.pentax.nl) (for Belgium & Luxembourg) Weiveldlaan 3-5, 1930 Zaventem, BELGIUM (http://www.pentax.be) Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch) P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN (http://www.pentax.se) 35 Inverness Drive East, Englewood, Colorado 80112, U.S.A. (http://www.pentax.com) 3131 Universal Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4X 2E5, CANADA (http://www.pentaxcanada.ca) BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) ® OPERATING MANUAL 153 Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcome to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! This compact and lightweight camera is an autofocus SLR camera that offers higher levels of sophistication and performance. Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies and highly accurate automation, this camera will perform superbly for the most exacting photographer. · Read this instruction manual carefully to get a full explanation of operations before use. The camera does not operate when a lens with the following conditions attached. Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers are not made to meet our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficulties with, or actual damage to your Pentax camera. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses and accessories made by other manufacturers. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS Only FA J lens or the lens that has the position can be used. The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function [CF17] is changed to [2] (see pages 134 and 142): · When a lens without an position is used. · When an F or FA lens is used and the aperture ring is set to a position other than the position. · When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are used. · 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. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer's authorized representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this page. WARNING: CAUTION: WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user. This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment. · The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. · Never touch internal parts of the camera if they become exposed from dropping the camera or for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. · Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Make sure that small children do not get the strap caught around their neck. · Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g.: shutter curtains, etc.) · Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed. CAUTION · Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. · Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal. · Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mechanism. Handle it with great care. Precautions when taking pictures · 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. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth. · Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects. If the camera suffers a shock or impact, take it to a Pentax service center for inspection. · Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibrations, shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat, etc. · Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as it may cause rust. Furthermore, if the camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of icelets may cause damage. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any changes in temperature difference is minimized. Do not remove it from the bag until temperature has stabilized. · Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose your picture with a margin of safety at the edges. Precautions for storage · Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as in a car. · Do not store the camera in a closet with moth balls or in an area where chemicals are handled. Store it in a place with good dry air circulation to prevent the growth of fungus. Precautions for proper care · Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your finger or any other object. · Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. · Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. · Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to clean the camera. 3 · Electrical problems may often be caused by water, dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also check for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to salinity or gas. If you cannot correct the problems, have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. Repairs of this nature are not covered under the terms of the warranty and charges may be assessed. Other precautions · The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50°C to -10°C (122°F to 14°F). · A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired. If such an accident should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. · To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the camera be inspected every one or two years. If the camera has not been used for an extended period, or is being prepared for an important photographic session, it is recommended that you have the camera inspected or test shoot with it. · Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this product in an industrial or commercial application may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty. · The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or workmanship. Damage of any kind cannot be repaired at any charge under the terms of the warranty. If the difficulty is caused as a direct result of the product being used in conditions as outlined in the "Precautions for Your Camera" section or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined in this manual, charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will be provided. 4 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE · Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type). · Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -) marked on the battery and the camera. · Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but will recover in normal temperatures. · Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling. · If the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery may become warm, but it does not mean that the battery is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteristics. · Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or overheating. 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL . . . . . . . .20 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 21 Step 1. ATTACHING THE STRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Step 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Low Battery Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Step 4 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME . . . . . . . . .28 Step 5 IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME . . . . . . . . .30 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Step 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER'S DIOPTER .34 Step 8 LOADING FILM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Step 9 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 39 Step 1.SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 40 Step 2.SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE . . . . . .41 Step 3.SETTING MULTI (16)-SEGMENT METERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Step 4.SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF.S 43 Step 5.SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Step 6.SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . . .45 Step 7.USING THE ZOOM LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Step 8.HOLDING THE CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Step 9.TAKING A PICTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Step 10.UNLOADING A FILM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Step 11.REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL . . . . . . . .51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .52 ADVANCED OPERATIONS SELECTING A DRIVE MODE . . . . . . . . . Consecutive Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-Timer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Control Shooting . . . . . . . . . Multiple Exposures on a Single Frame AUTO BRACKETING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES . . . 1. Standard Program Mode . . . . . 2. Portrait Program Mode . . . . . . 3. Landscape Program Mode . . . 4. Close-up Program Mode . . . . . 5. Action Program Mode . . . . . . . 6. Night-Scene Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 .54 .55 .56 .59 .61 .63 .66 .68 .69 .70 .71 .72 .73 7 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE . . . . . . .74 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed . . . . . . . . . .74 Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode . . . . . . . . . . .76 Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode . . . . . . . . . .78 Using the Metered Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Slow-Speed-Sync Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 USING THE BULB EXPOSURE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . .84 ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION . . . . . . . . . . .85 AE LOCK FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCV SIGNAL . . . . . . .87 SWITCHING THE METERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Using Multi(16)-Segment Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Using Center-Weighted Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Using Spot Metering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 ABOUT FOCUSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Using the AF Single Mode (AF.S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Using the AF Continuous Mode (AF.C) . . . . . . . . . .93 Manual Focusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Selecting the Focus Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Setting the Focus Point to the Center of the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Using the Focus Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Previewing the Depth of Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Notes on Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Auto Pop-up Flash Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Selecting the Various Built-in Flash Modes . . . . . .104 About Red-eye Phenomenon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Red-eye Reduction Flash Function . . . . . . . . . . .105 Flash Effective Range for the Auto Picture Mode and Picture Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS POP-UP THE BUILT-IN FLASH MANUALLY . . . . . . . .106 Daylight-Sync Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 FLASH RECOMMENDED INFORMATION . . . . . . . .109 INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARNING WHEN THE BUILTIN FLASH IS USED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 1.When Using the Auto Picture and Picture Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 2.Shutter-Priority AE Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 3.Aperture-Priority AE Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 4.Metered Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 F, FA and FA J Lenses Compatibility with the Built-in Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 USING EXTERNAL FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Flash Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Using P-TTL Auto Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Using High-Speed Sync Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Wireless Flash (AF360FGZ Only) . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Contrast-Control-Sync Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Using Both the Built-in Flash and External Flash .124 Red-eye Reduction Flash Function . . . . . . . . . . .126 Trailing-Shutter-Curtain Sync Flash . . . . . . . . . . .126 Multi-burst Flash with the Pentax Dedicated Flash 126 9 OTHERS ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . AA-Battery Grip BG-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flash Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewfinder and Lens Accessories . . . . . . . Camera Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About Polarizing Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic Setting of Custom Functions . . . . . . Setting the Custom Function . . . . . . . . . . . TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PROGRAM DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPECIFICATIONS TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specification for Remote Control (Optional) WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 . .128 . .128 . .128 . .129 . .130 . .131 . .131 . .131 . .132 . .134 . .136 . .144 . .146 . .148 . .150 . .152 10 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS AV button Select dial Mirror Shutter release button Mid-roll rewind button Back cover release lever Focus mode switch Mode dial Main/preview switch Lens mount index Lens information contacts Lens unlock button AF coupler AE lock button Diopter adjustment dial Strap lug Four-way controller Focus point mode switch Date button Battery chamber cover Tripod socket Auto bracketing button 11 Hot shoe Built-in flash Viewfinder Metering mode switch Flash pop up button Film information window LCD panel Drive mode button Flash mode button Release socket cap 12 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS : Shutter speed : Manual-set film speed (p. 52) : Aperture value : Focus points (p. 96, 97) : Date/time (p. 28 to 31) : Bar graph (p. 64, 81, 85) : Battery exhaustion warning (p. 26) : Exposure counter (p. 36) : Film status indication (p. 36, 50) : Date mode status indication (p. 29, 31) : Audible PCV signal (p. 87) : Auto bracket exposure (p. 63) : Exposure compensation (p. 85) : Automatic flash indication (p. 45) : Red-eye reduction flash indication (p. 105) : Flash-off indication (p. 104) : Flash status indication (p. 102) : Wireless flash mode (p. 104, 121) : High speed sync mode (p. 104, 119) : Consecutive shooting (p. 55) : Multiple-exposure shooting (p. 61) : Self-timer (p. 56) : Remote control release (p. 59) 13 MEMO · To see the LCD panel in the dark, turn the main/preview switch to . The LCD panel will light up for about 10 seconds. When the AF360FGZ is used, the LCD panel on the AF360FGZ will also light up. · If you change custom function number [CF15] to [2], the LCD illuminates automatically under low light condition. You can turn off the illumination function by setting [CF15] to [3]. See pages 134 and 141. 14 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS Focus points Spot metering Flash status information Night-scene program mode Action program mode Close-up program mode Landscape program mode Portrait program mode Standard program mode Focus indicator Shutter speed Aperture value AE lock Bar graph Exposure compensation · Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose your picture with a margin of safety at the edges. · The frame number on the film will be upside down in relation to the picture. Keep this in mind when ordering copies of prints. MEMO · The selected focus point is superimposed in red (the surrounding area is also dimly lit) in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down. The superimpose function can be canceled using the custom function [CF6]. See pages 134 and 138. 15 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 1 Load the batteries. Open the battery chamber cover and load two CR2 Lithium batteries. See page 23. 2 Set the date and time. You can skip this step if you do not imprint the data at this time, but the date and time should be adjusted after loading the batteries. See page 28. 3 Attach the lens. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mounts. Turn the lens to clockwise until it clicks in place. See page 32. MEMO · When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. 16 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 4 Turn the power switch ON. Turn the main/preview switch to ON. See page 27. 5 Adjust the viewfinder's diopter. Turn the diopter adjustment dial left or right until the indications in the viewfinder looks sharp. See page 34. 6 Set the Auto Picture mode. Set the mode dial to the position. See page 41. 7 Load the film. Align the film leader with film leader end mark (orange colored). See page 35. 17 8 Set the autofocus mode. Set the focus mode switch to See page 43. 9 Compose the subject by turning the zoom ring. See page 46. 10 Adjust the focus and take a picture. Focus on the subject through the focus points and press the shutter release button to take a picture. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down, auto flash pops up automatically if necessary. See page 48. 18 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an position on the aperture ring can be used. Other lenses and an FA/F/A lens without an position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless custom function number [CF17] is set to [2]. Function Lens [Mount type] Autofocus (Lens only) (With AF adapter 1.7X)*1 Manual focus (With the focus indicator)*2 (With Matte field) Eleven focus points Power zoom *4 FA J, FA lens [KAF, KAF2]*3 F lens [KAF]*3 A lens [KA] Auto Picture Mode, Picture Mode Aperture-Priority AE Shutter-Priority AE Metered Manual TTL Auto Flash Multi (16)-segment metering Notes: : Functions can be used only when the aperture ring is set to the position. : Functions cannot be used. 19 *1. Lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger (smaller aperture number), and with its aperture ring set to the position. *2. Lens with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger (smaller aperture number). *3. To use an F/FA soft 85mm f/2.8 lens or FA soft 28mm f/2.8 lens, set custom function number [CF17] to [2]. Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set. *4. Only the standard program mode works in the Auto picture mode. MEMO KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are designed to work with the Autofocus SLR camera. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that have the position on the aperture ring can be used. The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function number [CF17] is changed to [2] (see pages 134 and 142): · When a lens without an position is used. · When an F or FA lens is used and the aperture ring is set to a position other than the position. · When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are used. 20 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections. Basic Operation (Preparation) -- >Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) -- >Page 39 If you'd like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections 1 and 2, "BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)". These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera. Advanced Operations -- >Page 53 Other information -- >Page 127 More information that is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS Step Step Step Step Step Step Step Step Step 1. ATTACHING THE STRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 2. LOADING THE BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 3. TURNING ON THE POWER . . . . . . . . . . . .27 4. ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME . . . . . . .28 5. IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME . . . . . . . .30 6. ATTACHING A LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 7. ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER'S DIOPTER 34 8. LOADING FILM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 9. OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 22 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. MEMO · The strap's clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time. Position the clasp away from the camera body. Step 2 23 LOADING THE BATTERIES BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 1 Open the battery chamber cover by pushing the lever as shown in the illustration. 2 Load two lithium CR2 batteries or equivalent into the battery chamber with the batteries' positive (+) contacts pointing up. 3 Push in the battery chamber cover firmly until it clicks in place. MEMO · If the batteries are removed, the time will be re-set to 0:00 and the data setting will be initialized to [---- --] (no data imprinted). See page 28 for adjusting the date and time. · The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed. 24 LOADING THE BATTERIES MEMO · Be sure to use two lithium CR2 batteries. · The camera and date imprinting will not operate without batteries. · The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for this camera to use four alkaline batteries. · Replace the two batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one. · Keep spare batteries on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling. Default settings after replacing the batteries · When the batteries are replaced, the date mode will be re-set and the following camera settings will take effect. All other settings will remain unchanged. Built-in flash Red-eye reduction flash Wireless flash sync High speed sync flash Drive mode Audible PCV signal Time Imprinted date/time Auto pop-up flash Off Off Off Single-frame On 0:00 Off 25 General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography (using flash 100% of the times) Bulb exposure time About 50 rolls About 17 rolls About 12 rolls About 5 hours General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography (using flash 100% of the times) Bulb exposure time About 30 rolls About 10 rolls About 5 rolls About 1 hours BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS The above table is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions. MEMO · New CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. · Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-in flash and external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the batteries. · Generally battery performance is temporarily deteriorated as temperature decreases. When the camera is used in a cold environment, keep this product warm by holding it in some protection against cold. Battery performance once deteriorated due to low temperature will be recovered when the batteries are returned to room temperature. · See page 128 regarding battery life when "Battery Grip BG-20" is used. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 26 LOADING THE BATTERIES Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the low battery symbol appears on the LCD panel to warn you. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. MEMO · See page 23 for replacing the batteries. · Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as the shutter can be released. It is recommended that you replace the batteries as soon as possible. · When the low battery warning starts blinking, the shutter cannot be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder. · If the camera has not been used for a long time, the LCD panel may still display the low battery warning even with a new set of batteries. In this situation, turn off the camera then turn it on and press the shutter release button halfway down. When the low battery warning turns off, you can continue using the camera. Step 3 27 TURNING ON THE POWER BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 1 Turn the power ON. Turn the main/preview switch to ON. Turn the power OFF. Turn the main/preview switch to OFF. MEMO · Be sure to turn the main/preview switch off to prevent accidental battery drain when not in used. · If appears on the LCD panel, the batteries are nearly exhausted. Replace the batteries with new ones. · If you remove the batteries, you need to adjust the time. Do not remove the batteries unless the batteries are low or exhausted. · The LCD panel will be illuminated for about 10 seconds after turning the main/preview switch to the position. · The depth of field can be checked in the viewfinder by turning the main/preview switch to the position. See page 100 for previewing the depth of field. · If you change custom function number [CF15] to [2], the LCD illuminates automatically in low light condition. You can turn off the illumination function by setting [CF15] to [3]. See pages 134 and 141. 28 Step 4 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME 1 Turn the power ON and press the DATE button to display date mode on the LCD panel. The display changes from TV/AV to the date mode. 2 Keep pressing the DATE button for 3 seconds on the date mode display, the "year" digits will start to blink. 3 Each time the DATE button is pressed, the blinking digits change in the following order: Year-MonthDay-Hour-Minute-: . Select the desired digits. 4 Turn the Select dial right or left to change the digits to change the blinking digits. The digits increase by one each time the select dial is turned right and the digits decrease when turned to left. 29 button to confirm them and adjust the next digits. When you have changed the minutes, press the DATE button to start the clock and return the LCD panel to the AV/TV display. 6 Press the DATE button to select the date mode you wish to imprint on your pictures. Confirm that is displayed on the LCD panel. See Page 30 for details. MEMO · Be sure to set the date and time after you load the batteries. · If you replace the batteries, the time is reset to 0:00. Be sure to set the time. The date remains the same as when the batteries were removed. Operational precautions · The working temperature for data printing is -10°C ­ 50°C (14°F ­ 122°F). · If high-speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 or faster is used, the imprinted characters may blur. · If film with ISO rating of 50 or slower is used, the imprinted characters may be dark or dim. · If you release the shutter while the data is blinking, the data cannot be imprinted. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 5 After you have changed the digits, press the DATE 30 Step 5 IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME 1 Press the DATE button. The current date appears on the LCD panel. 2 While the date mode is displayed, press the DATE button to select the date style you want to imprint on your pictures. (Year Month Day) (Day Hour Minute) (No data imprinted) (Month Day Year) (Day Month Year) 31 button halfway, or turn the select dial, to return the LCD panel to the TV/AV display. If you have chosen any date mode other than [---- --], appears on the LCD panel. MEMO · · · · · [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month". Selected date mode will be imprinted. "'03" imprinted on pictures indicates the year 2003. [---- --] indicates that no data will be imprinted. If there is a white or yellow object in the right bottom corner of the picture where the data is imprinting, the data may be difficult to read. · Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions. If the camera batteries are removed or replaced, the time and data mode will be reset to 0:00 and [---- --] (no data imprinted) respectively. You need to adjust the date and time then select the imprinting date mode. · The data is not properly imprinted on the frame whose number is over the maximum number specified by the film. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 3 Press the shutter release 32 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise. 33 OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) MEMO · The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from dust and scratches upon factory shipment. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. · After attaching the lens, try to turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place. · The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may cause damage to the electrical system. Clean the contacts with a soft and dry cloth. · We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. · To protect the lens information contacts and AF coupler of the lens against damage after removal, be sure to place the lens down with the mount side upward. 34 Step 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER'S DIOPTER 1 Look through the viewfinder and point the camera to a well-lit scene. Then turn the diopter adjustment dial until the indications such as focus points and TV/AV displays in the viewfinder look sharp. MEMO · The diopter can be adjusted from -2.0 to +1.0m-1 (per meter). Step 8 35 LOADING FILM BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 1 To open the back cover, slide up the back cover release lever in the direction of the arrow. 2 Place the film cartridge in the film chamber as shown in the illustration. 3 Pull the film leader out far enough to reach the take-up spool. Be careful not to touch the shutter curtains. 4 Align the film leader with film leader end mark (orange colored) and make sure that the film leader is positioned under the film retainer as shown in the illustration. 36 LOADING FILM 5 Close the back cover and turn the main switch to ON. The film will advance to frame 1 automatically and the LCD panel will display the exposure counter 1 and film status information. 6 If the film is not loaded properly, blinks on the LCD panel. Open the back cover and load the film again. MEMO · We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations. · Always load and unload the film in the shade or avoid direct sunshine. · The shutter curtains are made from fine precision material. Do not touch them with your fingers or any other object while loading the film. · Automatic film speed setting When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set for the camera. If you use a non-DX coded film, you can set the film speed manually. See page 52. · Infrared film cannot be used. This camera uses infrared rays to detect film transport so infrared film may be exposed. Step 9 37 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) The shutter release button has two positions. Pressing it down halfway (first position) turns on the exposure meter, the LCD displays and autofocus system operates. Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully down down (second position) (first position) Pressing it fully (second position) releases the shutter. When taking a picture, press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. MEMO · Before loading a roll of film, slowly press the shutter release button to learn where the first position is. · The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds after the button is released from the halfway position. Pressing the shutter release button halfway down keeps the LCD indicator on. 38 Step 1. SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE . .40 Step 2. SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE . . . .41 Step 3. SETTING MULTI(16)-SEGMENT METERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Step 4. SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF.S 43 Step 5. SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Step 6. SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . .45 Step 7. USING THE ZOOM LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Step 8. HOLDING THE CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Step 9. TAKING A PICTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Step 10. UNLOADING A FILM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Step 11. REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL . . . . . .51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . .52 OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 40 Step 1 SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 1 Press the drive mode button until appears on the LCD panel. MEMO · One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed. · The drive mode can also be set to consecutive shooting mode, selftimer mode, remote control shooting mode, multiple-exposure shooting mode or auto bracketing. See page 54. Step 2 41 SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) This Auto picture mode allows you to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. The camera automatically selects one of the picture modes depending on the camera-tosubject distance and image magnification. 1 Set the mode dial to the . The selected picture mode appears in the viewfinder. In the Auto picture mode, the camera automatically selects one of 5 picture modes (standard , portrait , landscape , close-up and action ) according to the requirement of the scene. When "standard" is selected MEMO · When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. · The Auto picture mode operates only when an FA J, FA or F lens is attached. When an A lens is attached, the exposure mode is automatically fixed to standard . 42 Step 3 SETTING MULTI (16)-SEGMENT METERING MODE This metering mode automatically measures light in 16 different zones, enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and backlight conditions. 1 Set the metering mode switch to . MEMO · The center-weighted metering and spot metering are also available. See page 89 and 90. Step 4 43 SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF.S 1 Set the focus mode switch to . You can also focus in the following ways: · MF: Focus manually. See page 94. · AF.C: Continuous focus. See page 93. See page 91 to 101 for various focusing methods. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) MEMO BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down, the lens adjusts focus automatically. 44 Step 5 SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO When the focus point mode is set to [AUTO], the camera selects one of the 11 focus points to focus even when the subject is not at the center. 1 Set the focus point mode switch to . The focus area in the viewfinder is covered with the 11 focus points. MEMO Focus area · You can also manually select one of the 11 focus points to focus on the subject, or fix the focus point in the center of the viewfinder. See pages 96 and 97. · The focused point is superimposed in red on the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down. The superimpose function can be canceled using the custom function [CF6]. See pages 134 and 138. Step 6 45 SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 1 Press the flash mode button until appears on the LCD panel. 2 In this mode, the built-in flash automatically pops up when pressing the shutter button halfway down in the low light or backlight conditions. MEMO · The built-in flash does not retract automatically except when you turn off the power, push the built-in flash down after use. · If the flash pop up button is pressed after the flash popped up automatically, disappears and the camera turns into the flash on mode. · The auto pop up flash can only be selected in the auto picture mode and picture mode. · The built-in flash does not discharge when not required even if it is in the up position. See page 102 for more details. · Do not use a lens hood when the built-in flash is used, as it may obstruct the path of the light coming from the flash, causing vignetting in the picture corners. 46 Step 7 USING THE ZOOM LENS 1 Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). MEMO · The smaller the number shown on the zoom scale ring , the wider the angle. Conversely, the larger the number, the more magnified the image appears. · The Image Size Tracking Mode, Zoom Clip Mode, Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even if an FA lens is attached. Telephoto Wide angle Step 8 47 HOLDING THE CAMERA BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) · Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. · While taking a picture, gently press the shutter release button. Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake, making the picture blurred. Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically MEMO · To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance. · When using an telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. · Although there are individual differences among photographers, in general the shutter speed for a hand held camera is the inverse of the focal length. For example, 1/50 of second for focal length is 50mm, and 1/100 of second for it is 100mm. A tripod should be used for shutter speeds slower than this. 48 Step 9 TAKING A PICTURE 1 Confirm that the focus mode switch is set to and select the data mode to imprint or not. 2 Look through the viewfinder and frame the subject with the focus points . Then press the shutter release button halfway down. The lens adjusts focus automatically. When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator in the viewfinder lights up. The focus indicator blinks when the camera is unable to obtain proper focus due to the following reasons. 1. The subject is too close. Adjust the camera-to-subject distance. 2. The subject is difficult to be focused. See "Hard-toAutofocus Subjects" on page 101.