User manual PENTAX *ISTDL2

SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX F 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. Lenses you can use In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.37 and p.184. Regarding copyrights Images taken using the F that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also. Regarding trademarks · PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation. · The SD logo is a trademark. · All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. To users of this camera · There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. · The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image. This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Regarding PictBridge PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the camera through a few simple operations. · There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in this manual are different from the actual product. 1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. Warning Caution This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injury. This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injury, or material loss. ABOUT THE CAMERA Warning · Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock. · If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is the risk of electric shock. · To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a memory card is accidentally swallowed. · Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap over their necks. · Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with the telephoto lens attached, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun directly with the telephoto lens may lead to a loss of eyesight. · Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a battery is accidentally swallowed. · Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown. · If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock. · During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter. Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock. 2 Caution · Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. Do not disassemble the batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. · Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this camera, only the Ni-MH batteries can be recharged. · Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal. · Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods. · Do not place your finger over or cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Fingers or clothing may be burned. PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE · Only use specified batteries with this camera. Use of other batteries can cause a fire or explosion. · 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 a fire. · The batteries should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+ and ­) marked on the batteries and the camera. Not inserting batteries correctly may cause explosion or a fire. · AA lithium batteries, AA alkaline batteries and disposable CR-V3 are not rechargeable. Do not disassemble the batteries. Recharging and disassembling can cause explosion or leakage. Care to be Taken During Handling · Take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. · When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during traveling). Pictures cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc. · Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol benzene. · Do not subject to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high. · Do not store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from case and store in a dry and well-ventilated location. · This camera is not waterproof, and should not be used in the rain or where the camera could get wet. · Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships. · The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). · The LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to normal as temperatures normalize. · The LCD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault. · Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance. · Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, removing the camera after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized. · Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops on the camera. · Refer to "Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card" (p.30) regarding the SD Memory Card. · 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. · Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause breakage or malfunction. Regarding Product Registration In order to better service you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 Operating Manual (Windows users: p.10, Mac OS users: p.12) for more information. 3 4 Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA..................................................1 ABOUT THE CAMERA.........................................................................1 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE ............................................2 Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................2 Contents ...............................................................................................4 Composition of the Operating Manual ..................................................9 Before Using Your Camera 11 F Camera Characteristics ............................................ 12 Checking the Contents of the Package...................................... 13 Names of Working Parts ............................................................. 14 Camera ...............................................................................................14 LCD Monitor Indications .....................................................................16 Viewfinder Indications.........................................................................20 LCD Panel Indications ........................................................................22 Getting Started 23 Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 24 Inserting the Batteries ................................................................. 25 Batteries..............................................................................................26 Battery Level Indicator ........................................................................27 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries) ....................................................................................27 Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ........................................................28 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................................. 29 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.....................................................31 Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................. 32 Initial Settings .............................................................................. 33 Setting the Display Language.............................................................33 Setting the Date and Time ..................................................................35 Attaching the Lens....................................................................... 37 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ............................................... 39 Basic Operations 41 5 Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 42 Holding the Camera............................................................................42 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ..............................43 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes............ 47 Selecting the Shooting Scene.............................................................48 Using the Zoom Lens .................................................................. 50 Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................... 51 Other Shooting Modes................................................................. 55 Continuous Shooting ..........................................................................55 Self-Timer Shooting ............................................................................57 Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ........61 Using Mirror Lock Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake.................64 Playing Back Still Pictures .......................................................... 65 Playing Back Images ..........................................................................65 Enlarging Playback Images ................................................................67 Nine-Image Display ............................................................................68 Slideshow ...........................................................................................70 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment................................. 72 Processing Images with Filters .................................................. 73 Deleting Images ........................................................................... 75 Deleting a Single Image......................................................................75 Deleting All Images.............................................................................76 Deleting Selected Images (from Nine-Image Display)........................77 Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)..........................................79 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)........................................... 81 Printing Single Images........................................................................81 Settings for All Images........................................................................82 Printing Using PictBridge............................................................ 84 Setting [Transfer Mode] ......................................................................85 Connecting the Camera to the Printer ................................................86 Printing Single Images........................................................................87 Printing All Images..............................................................................89 Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings..........................................91 Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer ...........................................91 6 Menu Reference 93 Using the Button Functions ........................................................ 94 Capture Mode .....................................................................................94 Playback Mode ...................................................................................96 Using the Menu ............................................................................ 98 How to Operate the Menu...................................................................98 [A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items .................................................100 [Q Playback] Menu Setting Items ...................................................100 [H Set-up] Menu Setting Items ........................................................101 [A Custom Setting] menu Setting Items ...........................................102 Using the Fn Menu ..................................................................... 104 Capture Mode ...................................................................................104 Playback Mode .................................................................................105 Using the Mode Dial................................................................... 106 Function Reference 109 Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level....................... 110 Setting the Image Tone ....................................................................110 Setting the Recorded Pixels .............................................................111 Setting the Quality Level...................................................................112 Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast ......................................113 Setting the White Balance ................................................................114 Setting the Sensitivity .......................................................................117 Setting the Color Space....................................................................119 Focusing ..................................................................................... 120 Using the Autofocus..........................................................................120 Setting the Focusing Area ................................................................123 Setting the AF Mode .........................................................................124 Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)..........................................................125 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus).................................127 Setting the Exposure ................................................................. 129 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed...............................................129 Selecting the Metering Method .........................................................131 Changing the Exposure Mode ..........................................................133 Setting the Exposure ........................................................................142 Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket)...................................................................................144 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting ..................................................................................... 147 Displaying the Preview .....................................................................147 Selecting the Preview Method ..........................................................148 7 Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................. 149 Compensating Flash Output .............................................................149 Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash...........................................150 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode .................................150 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ......................151 DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash........................................................................153 Using an External Flash (Optional)...................................................155 Settings During Playback.......................................................... 162 Changing Playback Display Method ................................................162 Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..............................................163 Camera Settings......................................................................... 164 Formatting the SD Memory Card......................................................164 Turning the Beep On and Off............................................................165 Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style .........................165 Setting the World Time .....................................................................166 Setting the Display Language...........................................................169 Turning the Guide Display On and Off..............................................169 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor....................................170 Selecting the Video Output Format...................................................170 Setting Auto Power Off .....................................................................171 Selecting the Folder Name ...............................................................171 Resetting the File Number ................................................................172 Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview ...................172 Resetting to Default Settings .................................................... 174 Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu ...................................174 Resetting the Custom Function Menu ..............................................175 8 Appendix 177 Default Settings.......................................................................... 178 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 182 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ............................................... 184 Cleaning the CCD....................................................................... 185 Optional Accessories ................................................................ 187 Error Messages .......................................................................... 190 Troubleshooting......................................................................... 192 Main Specifications ................................................................... 194 Specifications for Remote Control F (Optional) ................................196 Glossary...................................................................................... 197 Index............................................................................................ 202 WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................. 206 9 Composition of the Operating Manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using Your Camera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 3 Basic Operations Explains the procedures for taking, playing back, and printing still pictures. Read it to learn all of the basic operations about capturing, playing back, and printing. 4 Menu Reference Explains the functions of F by buttons and menus. 5 Function Reference Introduces functions to further enhance your F experience. 6 Appendix Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources. The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below. 1 Shows reference page number explaining a related operation. Shows useful information. Shows precautions to take when operating the camera. 10 Memo 1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and names of working parts before use. F Camera Characteristics ....................12 Checking the Contents of the Package ..............13 Names of Working Parts ......................................14 12 F Camera Characteristics · Features a 23.5×15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. · Uses CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or AA alkaline batteries. · Features a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixels and a brightness adjusting function for high-precision viewing performance. · Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure that the desired result is achieved. · A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the camera. The large, high-resolution LCD monitor and easy-to-use menus make the camera easier to operate. The captured area (view angle) will differ between the F and 35 mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35 mm film and CCD are different. Sizes for 35 mm film and CCD 35 mm film : 36×24 mm F CCD : 23.5×15.7 mm Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of F. To obtain a focal length framing the same area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5. Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm camera 150÷1.5=100 Use a 100 mm lens with the F. Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with F by 1.5 to determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras. Example) If 300 mm lens is used with F 300×1.5=450 Focal length is equivalent to 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera. 1 Before Using Your Camera Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included. 13 1 Before Using Your Camera Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup FN (Installed on camera) ME Viewfinder cap Body mount cover (Installed on camera) USB cable I-USB17 Video cable I-VC28 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW43 Strap O-ST10 AA Alkaline batteries* (four) Operating Manual (this manual) PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/ PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 Operating Manual * The batteries packaged with the camera are for checking the camera's functionality. 14 Names of Working Parts Camera 1 Before Using Your Camera Lens mount index Shutter release button Main switch Mirror AF coupler Focus mode lever Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Lens unlock button Lens information contacts e-dial L/Z button Four-way controller 3 button 4 button { button Battery cover i button M button Q button Tripod socket 15 K button Mode dial Strap lug Built-in flash Hot shoe mc button LCD panel Diopter adjustment lever Card cover Card cover unlock lever Card access lamp Viewfinder 1 Before Using Your Camera Cable switch terminal USB/Video terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover LCD monitor 16 LCD Monitor Indications The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of the camera. 1 Before Using Your Camera LCD monitor While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when powered on or setting dial mode. Select Off for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.101) 1 1 2345 6 AF-S 7 1600 8 Night Scene 01 / 25 / 2006 14 : 25 2 3* 4 5* 6* 7* 8 9* 10 9 10 Flash mode (Active mode appears) (p.51) Drive mode (p.104) AE metering (p.131) AF mode (p.124) Focusing area (p.123) White balance (p.114) Sensitivity (p.117) Shooting mode, Scene mode (p.106) World time warning display (p.166) Date and time (p.165) * Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear when the setting other than the default setting is selected. 9 only appears when World Time is On. 17 Capture Mode Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds. Detailed Information Detailed Info Detailed Info 19 2 3 10 4 5 6 13 1 14 15 16 17 18 1 Before Using Your Camera AF-S ISO 800 sRGB 40mm 40 mm 01 / 25 / 2006 14 : 25 9 12 7 8 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AF mode (p.124) Mode dial position (p.106) AE metering (p.131) Flash mode (p.51) Drive mode (p.104) Auto bracket (p.146) ISO sensitivity (p.117) Image tone (p.110) Quality level (p.112) Recorded pixels (p.111) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19* Color space (p.119) White balance (p.114) Date and time (p.165) Focusing area (p.123) Saturation (p.113) Sharpness (p.113) Contrast (p.113) Lens focal length Scene mode (p.47) * Only displayed in Scene mode. Press the four-way controller (5) to view explanation of set Shooting mode. Explanation of Set Shooting Mode Detailed Info Night Scene Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking. 18 Playback Mode The camera switches screen displays every time you press the M button during playback. 1 Before Using Your Camera You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the Q button. (p.162) Detailed Information 100-0001 1 2 26 5 3 4 6 10 16 19 23 AF-S 1 / 2000 F2 . 8 + 1 . 5EV F2 ISO 800 sRGB 40mm 40 mm 01 / 25 / 2006 14 : 25 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 20 21 22 24 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Captured image Rotate icon (p.66) Image folder number and file number (p.171, 172) Protect icon (p.79) AF mode (p.124) Focusing area (p.123) Shutter speed (p.135) Aperture (p.137) EV compensation (p.142) Saturation (p.113) Mode dial position (p.106) AE metering (p.131) Flash mode (p.51) 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26* Drive mode (p.104) Auto bracket (p.146) Sharpness (p.113) ISO sensitivity (p.117) Image tone (p.110) Contrast (p.113) Quality level (p.112) Recorded pixels (p.111) Color space (p.119) Lens focal length White balance (p.114) Captured date and time (p.165) Scene mode (p.47) * Only displayed in Scene mode. Histogram Display 19 1 2 100-0046 3 1 Before Using Your Camera 4 1 2 3 4 Capture quality (Image file type) Image folder number and file number (p.171, p.172) Protect icon (p.79) Histogram (p.162) · Areas where blooming occurred blink if [Bright Portion] warning is set to On in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.162) · Press the four-way controller (23) in the histogram display to move the histogram display position up or down. 20 Viewfinder Indications 2 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 AF frame (p.39) Spot metering frame (p.131) Flash status (p.51) Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but not set. ISO sensitivity warning (p.118) Appears when warning value is exceeded. Continuous mode (p.124) Appears when [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k (Continuous mode). Picture mode icon (p.47) Icon for Picture mode in use appears. \ (Moving Object), q (Macro), = (Portrait), U (Normal mode in I), . (Night Scene Portrait), s (Landscape) Focus indicator (p.44) Appears when image is focused. Shutter speed (p.135) Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting (underlined when shutter speed can be adjusted with e-dial). Aperture (p.137) Aperture when capturing or adjusting (underlined when aperture can be adjusted with e-dial). 21 10 EV compensation (p.142) Appears when EV compensation is available or in use. Blinks slowly when compensating flash output. Blinks quickly when compensating exposure and flash output. Adjusted value appears where number of recordable images is shown. Number of recordable images/EV compensation Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded pixel setting. Show the number of continuous shooting recordable images. (p.102) EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted. (p.134) The difference with the appropriate exposure value appears if exposure mode is a. (p.139) Manual focus (p.127) Appears when focus mode is \. Scene mode icon (p.47) Appears when taking pictures in Scene mode. AE lock indicator (p.143) Appears during AE lock. 11 1 Before Using Your Camera 12 13 14 22 LCD Panel Indications The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 7 2 3 4 5 610 1 2 3 Shutter speed (p.135) Aperture (p.137) Flash mode (p.51) b : Built-in flash is ready (when blinking, flash should be used or incompatible lens is being used) a : Flash off E : Auto discharge > : Red-eye reduction flash on Drive mode (p.104) 9 : Single frame shooting j : Continuous shooting g : Self-Timer shooting h : Remote control shooting 5 8 9 11 6 Focusing area (p.123) No indicator: Wide M : Spot AE metering (p.131) No indicator: Multi-segment metering : Center-weighted metering N : Spot metering Auto bracketing (p.146) White balance (p.114) (Not displayed when set to Auto) Battery level EV compensation (p.142) Number of recordable images/ EV compensation value/PC (Pb) (PC=Personal Computer (mass storage), Pb=PictBridge) M 4 7 8 9 10 11 2 Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..............................................24 Inserting the Batteries .........................................25 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card .........29 Turning the Camera On and Off ..........................32 Initial Settings .......................................................33 Attaching the Lens ...............................................37 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................39 24 Attaching the Strap 1 2 Getting Started Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure on the inside of the clasp. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure on the inside of the clasp. Inserting the Batteries Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera's functionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to "Batteries" (p.26) for details on compatible batteries and when to use them. · CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries are not rechargeable. · Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on. · Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The batteries may leak. · If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long while, follow the procedure for "Setting the Date and Time". (p.35) · Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting. · Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one. 25 2 Getting Started 1 Push and hold the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration ( 1 ), and slide the battery cover toward the lens ( 2 ), and then flip open. 1 2 2 Insert the batteries according to the +/­ indicators in the battery chamber. 26 3 Press down on the batteries with the battery cover ( 1 ) and slide it as shown in the illustration ( 2 ) to close. 1 2 2 Getting Started · Use the AC adapter (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.28) · Check the battery orientation if the camera does not operate properly after replacing the batteries. Batteries You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performance differs by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose. CR-V3 AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries AA lithium batteries The CR-V3 is a long-life battery and is convenient when traveling. These are rechargeable and are economical. A commercially available battery charger that is compatible with the batteries is required. Recommended in cold climates. Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable when your usual batteries run out but they may not support AA alkaline batteries all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality. Oxyride batteries and rechargeable CR-V3 batteries may cause malfunctions due to their voltage characteristics so their use is not recommended. 27 Battery Level Indicator You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the { displayed on the LCD panel. { } ? ? lit lit lit blink : Battery is full. : Battery is running low. : Battery is almost empty. : The camera turns off after displaying a message. 2 Getting Started Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries) Batteries CR-V3 AA lithium batteries AA rechargeable batteries (NiMH 2500mAh) AA Alkaline Batteries (Temperature) Normal recording 850 560 750 670 560 500 (23°C) ( 0°C) (23°C) ( 0°C) (23°C) ( 0°C) (23°C) Flash photography 50% use 100% use 750 650 500 410 650 550 570 470 500 440 440 380 Playback time 700 minutes 470 minutes 470 minutes 400 minutes 350 minutes 300 minutes 90 70 50 140 minutes Not Not Not 70 minutes ( 0°C) applicable applicable applicable The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions. · Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature. · AA alkaline batteries may not support all the camera functions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality. · Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures. 28 Using the AC Adapter (Optional) 4 1 2 Getting Started 2 3 We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC10 (optional) when using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC. 1 2 3 4 Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the terminal cover. Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera. Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. Plug the AC cord into the power outlet. · Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. · Make sure connections are secure between the camera, AC adapter, AC plug cord terminal and the power outlet. SD Memory Card and data will be corrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data. · Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC10 operating manual when using the AC adapter. · The rechargeable batteries in your camera will not charge when connected to the AC adapter. Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product). · Do not remove the SD Memory Card while card access lamp is lit. · Format new SD Memory Card. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. Refer to "Formatting the SD Memory Card" (p.164) for details on formatting. 29 2 Getting Started 1 Press the card cover unlock lever in the indicated direction. Card cover opens. 2 Insert the card all the way with the SD Memory Card label toward the LCD monitor. 3 Close the card cover. Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. 30 Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card · The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK protects the existing data by Write-protect prohibiting recording of new data, deletion switch of existing data or formatting of the card. · Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera because the card may be hot. · Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being saved to the card, images are being played back, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 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. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures. · Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting. The card may be damaged beyond use. · Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted if (1) the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. (2) the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference. (3) the card has not been used for a long time. (4) the card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the card is being recorded or accessed. · The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer. · Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference. · Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation. · For information on compatible SD Memory Card, visit the PENTAX website or contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center. · Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. 1Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.164) · If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD memory card you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. Please note that formatting the SD card will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot be recovered using off the shelf data recovery software. There are off the shelf secure data deletion software programs available that will completely delete the data. In any case the data on your SD memory card should be managed at your own risk. 2 Getting Started 31 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded size or the more E are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) becomes less with larger file sizes. The quality of the captured photo or printed picture depends on the quality level, exposure control, resolution of the printer and a variety of other factors so you do not need to select more than the required number of pixels. For example, to print in postcard size, R (1536×1024) is adequate. Set the appropriate recorded size and quality level depending on purpose. Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for images on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. 1 Setting the Recorded Pixels (p.111) 1 Setting the Quality Level (p.112) Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Approximate Image Storage Capacity Quality Level Recorded Pixels 2 Getting Started | 11 -- -- -- P Q R (3008×2008) (3008×2000) (2400×1600) (1536×1024) C Best -- 34 51 106 D Better -- 70 96 173 E Good -- 117 161 271 · The above table shows the approximate image storage capacity and recording time when using a 128 MB SD Memory Card. · The above figures may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc. 32 Turning the Camera On and Off 1 2 Getting Started Move the main switch to [ON] position. The camera will turn on. Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera. · Always turn the camera off when not in use. · The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. (Default setting is 1 minute) (p.171) Initial Settings The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the Initial Settings screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. 33 2 Getting Started Setting the Display Language You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified) and Japanese. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). Initial Settings English New York DST Cancel OK OK 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select your applicable language. The default setting is English. English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Svenska Nederlands OK OK 3 Press the 4 button. 34 4 5 Press the four-way controller (3). The cursor moves to [W]. Press the four-way controller (45) to select the city. Press the four-way controller (3). The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time). 2 Getting Started 6 7 8 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 4 button. The screen for setting the date and time will be displayed. When an Incorrect Language is Set Follow the procedure below to display the screen for setting the language, and go to Step 2 on p.33 to set the language again. 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the camera off and turn it on again. Press the 3 button. Press the four-way controller (5) twice. Press the four-way controller (3) five times. Press the four-way controller (5) once. The screen for setting the language will be displayed. 35 Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy24h Date Time Cancel 01 / 01 / 2006 00 : 00 OK 2 Getting Started OK 2 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date style. Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [24h]. Date Time Cancel Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy24h 01 / 01 / 2006 00 : 00 OK OK 4 5 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select 24h (24-hour display) or 12h (12-hour display). Press the four-way controller (5). The frame returns to [Date Style]. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. 36 7 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the month. Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy24h Date Time Cancel 01 / 01 / 2006 00 : 00 OK OK 2 Getting Started 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the month. Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time. If you select [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm depending on the time. 9 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time with the menu operations, the screen will return to the [H Set-up] menu. Press the 4 button again. You can cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode during initial settings by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the Initial Settings screen will appear again the next time you turn the camera on. · When you finish the settings and press the 4 button, the camera clock is reset to 00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds. · You can change the language and date and time settings with the menu operations. (p.165, p.169) Attaching the Lens All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J or other lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture s (Auto). Also see "Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]" (p.184). Other lenses and accessories will not be available with factory default settings. To allow shutter release with lenses or accessories not listed above, set [Using aperture ring] in custom function settings. (p.103) Turn the camera off before attaching or removing the lens to prevent unexpected lens movement. 37 2 Getting Started 1 2 Check that the camera is off. Remove the body mount cover ( 1 ) and lens mount cover ( 2 ). Be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward to protect from damage to the area around the lens mount after removal. 1 2 3 Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. After attaching, check that the lens is secured. Also check that the red dots of the lens are on top and attachment portion does not move sideways. 38 4 Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. 2 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button ( 3 ) and turn the lens counterclockwise. Getting Started 3 · The body mount cover ( 1 ) is a cover to prevent scratches and block dust when shipped. Body Mount Cap K is sold separately and has a lock function. · We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. · The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth. Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Adjust the viewfinder to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can slide the diopter from ­2.5m-1 to +1.5m-1. 39 1 2 Look through the viewfinder and point the camera at a welllit scene. Slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right. Adjust the lever until the AF frame in the viewfinder is focused. Getting Started AF Frame · Eyecup is attached to the viewfinder portion when camera leaves the factory. Diopter adjustment is available with the eyecup attached. However, adjustment is easier with the eyecup removed as shown above. To remove the eyecup, pull one side of the Eyecup FN out and toward you as shown on the right. · If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly even if you set the diopter adjustment lever, use the diopter correction lens adapter M. However, the eyecup must be removed to use this adapter. (p.188)