® 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 th ...