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Digital Camera

Operating ManualTo ensure the best performance fromyour camera, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.

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Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Optio 43WR Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the mostout of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can bea valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the Optio 43WR that are for anything other than personalenjoyment 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,industrial enterprise or as items for display. Images taken with the purpose ofobtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyrightas laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks•
SD logo is a trademark.
• PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• Optio is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks of registered trademarks of theirrespective companies.
• This product supports PRINT Image Matching II.
When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital still cameras,
printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to theirintentions.
Copyright© 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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 generatingstrong 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.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor
in this manual are different from the actual product.
PictBridge• PictBridge is a printer industry standard for directly connecting printers and digital
cameras for the purpose of printing images. PictBridge provides simple operations
that make it possible to print images directly from a camera without using apersonal computer.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using thisproduct, we request your special attention regarding items marked with thefollowing symbols.
Warning

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injury.

CautionThis symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
minor or medium personal injury, or material loss.

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 thecamera, never touch the exposed portion. There is the risk of electric shock.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children
do not hang the strap over their necks.
• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card outof the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if accidentallyswallowed.
• Always use the AC adapter specified exclusively for this product, with the specified
power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using theexclusive 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.
Caution• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. Do not disassemble thebattery. The battery could explode or catch fire.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The battery
could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this camera, only
the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins tosmoke. 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 on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk ofburns.
• Do not discharge the flash when it is in direct contact with clothing or other objects.
Firing the flash may result in discoloration of such objects.
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Handling the Camera• When traveling abroad, be sure to take you international warranty card with you.
You may also wish to take along the document Worldwide Service Network
included with the product. This document is useful for making inquiries from yourtravel destination.
• Always confirm that the camera is working properly when the camera has not beenused for a long time, or before important occasions (weddings, trips, etc.). PENTAX
is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred for photography, lost
profits, etc.) arising from failure of this product.
• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or 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 hightemperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from case and store
in a dry and well-ventilated location.
• 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.
• The LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return tonormal as temperatures normalize.
• The LCD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due toliquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain highperformance.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of
the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, retrieving the camera
after decreasing the temperature difference.
• 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.
• See “Precautions when using an SD Memory Card” (p.19) for details on the SD
Memory Card.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause breakage or
malfunction.

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Water-resistant Feature• This camera conforms to the JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) Class 5 water
resistant, (Direct jetting water under defined conditions shall have no harmful effect)
and Class 7 water resistant, (Water shall not enter the enclosure when it isimmersed in water up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1 meter).
• This camera cannot be used underwater.
• Immediately after using the camera, be sure to carefully wipe off any water or dirtwith a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not place the camera directly on the sand at a beach or other location. Exposure
to large amounts of sand or dirt may damage the camera.
• The inside of the camera is not water resistant. Before using the camera, be surethe terminal cover and battery/card cover are securely closed.
When replacing the battery or inserting or removing the memory card, carefully
wipe off any water or dirt and open the cover in a location where the camera is not
exposed to water or dirt. If water, sand, or dirt gets inside the camera, the camera
may become damaged.
• If the camera becomes exposed to large amounts of dirt or salt water, make surethat the power is off and the terminal cover and battery/card cover are securely
closed, and then carefully rinse off the camera under slowly running tap water or ina shallow basin filled with fresh water for two to three minutes.
• This camera should not be immersed in water for periods longer than thirty minutes
at a time or exposed to extreme water pressure.
• Do not clean the camera with soapy water, mild detergent, or alcohol as this may
reduce the effectiveness of the camera’s water-resistant feature. Be careful not to
expose the camera to coffee or other beverages, as this may also reduce theeffectiveness of the camera’s water-resistant feature.
• Before using the camera, be sure to wipe off any sand or debris from the waterresistant packing and the areas between the camera and the packing. Any
scratches or damage to the packing or the areas between the camera and thepacking or any peeling of the packing may reduce the effectiveness of the camera’s
water-resistant feature. If this should occur, please call the Pentax Customer
Service Department.
• The accessories of SD card, battery, USB cable and AV cable are not water
resistant.

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CONTENTSFOR YOUR SAFETY........................................................................1
Handling the Camera........................................................................2
Water-resistant Feature....................................................................3
CONTENTS......................................................................................4
Contents of This Manual...................................................................7
Checking Package Contents ............................................................9
Names of Parts...............................................................................10
Names of Operating Parts ..............................................................11

Getting Started

12

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................12
Powering the Camera .........................................................................13
Installing the Batteries ....................................................................13
Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................15
Installing / Removing the SD Memory Card .....................................16
Recorded Pixels and Image Quality ...............................................17
Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................20
Initial Settings .....................................................................................22
Setting the Display Language.........................................................22
Setting the Home Town ..................................................................23
Setting the D.S.T. Mode .................................................................23
Setting the Date and Time..............................................................24

Quick Start

26

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................26
Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................28
Playing Back Images ......................................................................28
Playing Back Previous or Next Images ..........................................28

Common Operations

30

Using the Button Functions...............................................................30
Capture Mode.................................................................................30
Playback Mode ...............................................................................31
Setting the Menu .................................................................................32
How to Set the Menus ....................................................................32
Menu List ........................................................................................34

Taking Pictures

36

Setting the Capture Functions...........................................................36
Changing the Mode ........................................................................36
Changing Focus Settings ...............................................................37
Selecting the Flash Mode ...............................................................39
Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................40
Selecting the Quality Level .............................................................41
Adjusting the White Balance...........................................................424

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Setting the Focusing Area ..............................................................44
Setting the Light Metering Range ...................................................45
Setting Sensitivity ...........................................................................46
Setting Image Sharpness ...............................................................47
Setting Color Saturation .................................................................48
Setting the Image Contrast.............................................................49
Taking Pictures ...................................................................................50
Program Mode................................................................................50
Picture Mode ..................................................................................51
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode).....................53
Using the Self-Timer.......................................................................55
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/Multi Continuous
Shooting) ........................................................................................56
Taking Pictures at Fixed Intervals (Interval Shoot).........................57
Using the Zoom ..............................................................................59
EV Compensation...........................................................................61
Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode) .............................62
Changing the Recorded Pixels Setting When Taking Moving
Pictures...........................................................................................64
Changing the Color Mode Setting When Taking Moving Pictures..65
Changing the Frame Rate When Taking Moving Pictures .............66
Taking Fast Forward Moving Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie) ...............67
Saving the Settings.............................................................................68
Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ..................................................68

Recording/Playback

70

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)......................................70
Playing Back Sound ...........................................................................71
Adding a Voice Memo.........................................................................72
Setting a Voice Message................................................................73

Playback/Deleting

75

Playing Back Images ..........................................................................75
Playing Back Still Pictures ..............................................................75
Zoom Display..................................................................................75
Nine-image Display ........................................................................76
Using Slideshow for Continuous Playback .....................................77
Playing Back Moving Pictures ........................................................78
Deleting Images ..................................................................................79
Deleting Data one by one ...............................................................79
Deleting All Data.............................................................................81
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) .....................................82
Viewing Images on a TV .....................................................................845

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Printing

85

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)..................................................85
Printing Individual Image ................................................................85
Printing All Images..........................................................................87
Connecting the Camera Directly to a Printer to Print......................88
Connecting the Camera to a Printer ...............................................88
Printing Individual Images ..............................................................89
Printing All Images..........................................................................90
Printing Using Printing Service Settings .........................................91
Disconnect the Camera from the Printer ........................................91

Editing/Settings

92

Editing Images ....................................................................................92
Changing the Image Size ...............................................................92
Trimming Images ............................................................................94
Editing Images with Digital Filters...................................................95

Camera Settings

97

Camera Settings..................................................................................97
Formatting an SD Memory Card.....................................................97
Changing the Sound Settings.........................................................98
Changing the Date Style and Date / Time ....................................100
Setting World Time .......................................................................101
Changing the Display Language ..................................................102
Setting Transfer Mode When a USB Connection Is Used ............102
Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................103
Setting the Background Color.......................................................104
Setting Screen Brightness ............................................................105
Selecting the Video Output Format ..............................................105
Set Quick Delete to On/Off ...........................................................105
Setting Quick Zoom to On or Off ..................................................106
Setting Quick Start-Up to On or Off ..............................................106
Setting Auto Power Off .................................................................107
Resetting to Default Settings [Reset]............................................107
Setting the Alarm ..............................................................................108
Checking the Alarm ......................................................................108
Setting the Alarm ..........................................................................109
Turning the Alarm Off ...................................................................110

Appendix

111

List of City Names.............................................................................111
Messages...........................................................................................112
Troubleshooting................................................................................114
Main Specifications ..........................................................................116
Optional Accessories .......................................................................118
WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................119
Index...................................................................................................1236

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Contents of This ManualThis operating manual contains the following chapters.
1 Getting Started ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains your first steps, from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be
sure to read it and follow the instructions.

2 Quick Start ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you
want to get started right away.

1

2

3

3 Common Operations –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains common operations such as button functions and using the menus.
See “Taking Pictures”, “Recording/Playback”, “Playback/Deleting”, “Printing”,“Editing/Settings”, and “Camera Settings” chapters for more details.

4

4 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains various ways to capture images, and how to set the relevant
functions, such as setting the Virtual mode dial to change Capture modes,
and selecting the right Picture mode for the current scene.

5 Recording/Playback ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains how to record and playback sound only and how to add sound to
images.

6 Playback/Deleting ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains how to play back images on the camera or a TV and how to delete
images.

7 Printing ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains how to adjust the printing service (DPOF) settings and how to use theUSB cable to directly connect your camera to a printer in order to print images.

5

6

7

8

9

8 Editing/Settings––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains how to change image size, trim images, and use digital filters.

9 Camera Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

10

Explains how to adjust camera function settings.

10 Appendix –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Explains troubleshooting, and introduces accessories sold separately.
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The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.
Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.
Shows information useful to know.
Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.
Icons for functions available in a Capture mode are shown at thee, H, /, &, J, beginning of a section.
M, N, I, ., :, Examplee, H, /, &, J, M, N, I, ., :, F
C, F

Setting Image Sharpness8

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Checking Package Contents

CameraOptio 43WR

Strap
O-ST5 (*)

Software(CD-ROM) S-SW18

AV cable
I-AVC7 (*)

USB cable
I-USB7 (*)

AA Alkaline batteries (2)(PC Connection Manual)Viewing Your Digital
Camera Images
On Your PC

SD Memory Card
(16 MB)

Operating Manual(this manual)Operating Manual(PC Connection Manual)(*) Items marked with an asterisk are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, see “Optional Accessories” (p.118) .

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Names of Parts
Front view

Shutter release button
Power switch
Strap lug
Microphone
Lens
Flash
Self-timer lamp
Water-resistant packing
Battery/card cover

Back view
Speaker
Status lamp (green)
Terminal coverFlash status lamp (red)Viewfinder
DC input terminal
USB/AV output terminal
Water-resistant packing

LCD monitor

Tripod socket

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Names of Operating Parts

Zoom/f/y button
Playback Q button
OK button
Four-way controller (2345)
MENU button)/i buttonb/Z button
O button

Guide display
A button operation guide is displayed on the LCD monitor during
operation.
The buttons are indicated as shown below.
Four-way controller (2)Four-way controller (3)Four-way controller (4)Four-way controller (5)MENU button
Shutter release button

2
3
4
5

Zoom/f/y button(Digital zoom and magnified
playback only)yi button
Z button
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Getting Started

Attaching the Strap
1
Getting Started
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug, and attach as
shown.

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Powering the Camera
11
Getting Started

2

3(Using AA batteries)(Using CR-V3)

Installing the Batteries
Install batteries in the camera. Use one CR-V3, or use two AA Ni-MH
batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. Turn off the camera when setting
batteries. Wipe away water or dirt from the camera with a dry cloth
before setting batteries. Do not set batteries with wet or dirty hands.

1

Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, andflip open.

2

Insert the batteries according to the +- indicator in thebattery chamber.

3

Close the battery cover and push horizontally to lock.
When using for a prolonged period, please use the AC adapter D-AC5(p.15).
• AA alkaline battery, and the CR-V3 battery are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the powerswitch is on.
• When you will not use the camera for a long while, remove thebatteries. Otherwise, the battery may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert newbatteries after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Dateand Time” (p.24).
• Insert batteries correctly. Wrong insertion can cause a camera
breakdown.
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Number of Captures and Playback Time (25ºC, new batteries)
1
Getting Started• Taking pictures (50% flash usage)
Image Storage
Capacity• Playback

CR-V3

Approx. 500

CR-V3

Ni-MH batteries

Approx. 300

Ni-MH batteries

AA alkaline batteries

Approx. 100

AA alkaline batteries

Playback time
Approx. 360
min.
Approx. 230
min.
Approx. 140
min.

• These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. They may vary by
Capture mode or shooting conditions.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature
decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra
batteries on hand, keeping them warm in your pocket. Battery
performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.
• Owing to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, the camera may
not deliver optimal performance at low temperatures when powered byalkaline batteries. We recommend the use of other batteries such as
CR-V3 batteries when using the camera in conditions of low ambient
temperature.
• When traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when you
will be taking a lot of pictures, please have extra batteries ready.
• You can extend battery life by switching off the LCD monitor andshooting using the viewfinder.

Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level with the * display on the LCD monitor.
*(lit green)↓: Adequate power remains.

,(lit green)↓: Battery is running low.

;

(lit yellow)↓: Battery is running very low.

(lit red)↓
No battery power%

14: Battery is exhausted.
: After displaying this message, the camera turns off.

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1
Getting Started

Using the AC Adapter
When using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to yourPC, we recommend using the AC adapter D-AC5 (sold separately).

1Make sure the camera is turned off before opening theterminal cover.

2

Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC
input terminal on the camera.

3
4

Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
Plug the AC plug 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. Disconnections while thecamera is recording or reading data will corrupt your data.
• When using the AC adapter, be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC5
operating manual.
• Connecting the AC adapter will not charge the rechargeable batteries
in your camera.

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Installing / Removing the SD Memory Card1

1

SD Memory Card

Getting Started

2

Battery/card cover3

The image or recorded sound is recorded on the SD Memory Card. Be
sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD
Memory Card.
Turn off the camera before setting or removing the card.
Wipe away water or dirt from the camera with a dry cloth before settingor removing the card.
Do not set or remove the card with wet or dirty hands.

1

Slide the battery/card cover to the direction of thearrow, and flip open.

2

With the label (or 2 symbol) of the SD Memory Card
toward the lens, insert the card into the card slot until
the card clicks.

3

Close the battery/card cover.
When removing the card, press down on the card in the direction of thearrow. When the card pops out slightly, pull it out of the card slot.
The number of images that can be captured varies according to thecapacity of the SD Memory Card, the recorded image size, and image
quality (1p.17).
• If the battery/card cover is opened when the camera is on, the camera
is automatically turned off.
• If the battery/card cover is opened while saving an image, the save isinterrupted (the image is not saved).

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Recorded Pixels and Image Quality

Selecting the Recording Pixels 1p.40

1Getting Started

Set recorded image size (the number of pixels) and quality to suit theintended purpose for the image. The higher the numbers for recorded
image size and the more stars in the ratings for image quality, the clearer
the image when printed. However, because image storage volume
increases, the number of shots that can be captured decreases.
Settings for pixel size and image quality are configured on the[Rec.Mode] menu.

Selecting the Quality Level 1p.41

Selectable Pixel Size and Suitable Applications
2288x1712
1600x1200
1024x768
640x480

Suited for printing on A4 paper.
Suited for printing on paper stock slightly larger than postcardsize paper.
Suited for printing on postcard-size paper.
Suited for attaching to e-mail or for creating websites.

2288x1712 is selected as the default setting.

Selectable Image Quality and Suitable Applications
C BestD

BetterE

Good

Lowest compression rate. Suited for printing photographs.
Standard compression rate. Suited for viewing images on a
personal computer screen.
Highest compression rate. Suited for attaching to e-mail or for
creating websites.

** (Standard compression rate) is selected as the default setting.

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Approximate Number of Shots, Recorded Pixels, and Quality
LevelsStill picture1
Getting Started

Quality level
Recorded Pixels
2288×1712
1600×1200
1024×7680
640×480

Best/C

Better/D

Good/E

Voice recording

5
11
25
53

10
20
45
82

15
27
56
100

30 min.

Moving picture
Frame rate
Recorded Pixels
640×480
320×240
160×12030 frames/sec.

15 frames/sec.

10 sec.
20 sec.
80 sec.

25 sec.
40 sec.
150 sec.

• These figures show the number of shots when using a 16MB SD Memory Card.
• These figures are based on PENTAX standard shooting conditions, and mayvary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, Capture mode, and SD
Memory Card used.

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1
Getting Started• Make sure the camera is turned off before opening thebattery/card cover.
Write-protect• The SD Memory Card has a write-protect switch. Moving
the switch to the [Lock] position prevents the recording and switch
erasing of data and the formatting of the card and protects
all saved data.
• SD Memory Cards formatted on a PC or device other thanthe camera cannot be used. Be sure to format the card withthe camera.
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removed
immediately after camera use. Please be careful.
• Do not remove the card or turn off the camera whenrecording data or playing back images or sounds from the SD Memory Card,or when connected to a PC with the USB cable. This could cause data loss orcard damage.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Do not get it
wet or leave it in a high temperature location.
• New cards or cards used in another camera must be formatted before use. For
more information about formatting the card, see “Formatting an SD Memory
Card” (p.97).
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card is being formatted. The
card may be damaged and become unusable.
• Data stored on an SD Memory Card may be erased under the following
conditions. PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding erased data.
(1)When the user mishandles the SD Memory Card
(2)When the SD Memory Card is placed in a location with static electricity orelectrical interference(3)When the card is not used for a long time(4)When the card, the AC adapter, or battery is removed while recording or
reading data on the SD Memory Card
• The SD Memory Card has a finite operating life. The stored data may become
unreadable after long periods of disuse. Please periodically backup importantdata onto your PC.
• Please avoid using or storing your card where static electricity or electricalinterference can occur.
• Do not use or store your card where it may be exposed to sudden temperaturechanges, condensation, or direct sunlight.
• Before purchasing a memory card, make sure to check the Pentax website or
inquire with the Pentax Customer Service Center to confirm that the memory
card has been confirmed to operate with the camera.

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Turning the Camera On and Off
Power switch

1
Getting Started

Playback button

1

Press the power switch.
The camera will turn on.
Press the power switch again to turn the camera off.

Card check feature
When the camera is turned on, the camera
automatically checks for a card. If there is no SD
Memory Card inside the camera, h appears on
the LCD monitor.
If the write protect switch is set to LOCK, happears on the LCD monitor, indicating thatimages and sounds cannot be recorded.

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Initial Settings
Power switch

1
Getting Started

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

If the Initial Settings screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow
the procedures on the pages indicated below to configure initial settings.
[If the Initial Settings screen appears]
1p.22-25 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the Home Town”“Setting the D.S.T. Mode”, “Setting the Date and Time”[If the Date and Time Settings screen appears]
1p.24“Setting the Date and Time”
If the above screens do not appear, there is no need to configure initial settings.

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, Russian, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese.

12Turn the camera on.

Initial Settings

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the display language.

Language/City
DST

EnglishNYC

The default setting is English.

3

Press the four-way controller (3).

MENU Exit OK OK

The screen for setting the City will be
displayed.
You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Changing
the Display Language” (p.102).
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Setting the Home Town
You can choose the city (Home Town) in which you will use the camera.

1

1

Initial Settings
Language/City
DST

EnglishNYC

MENU Exit OK OK

Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for setting the D.S.T. will be displayed.

Getting Started

2

Press the four-way controller (45)to select the desired city (HomeTown).

• See p.111 for the list of cities and corresponding code names.
• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Setting
World Time” (p.101).

Setting the D.S.T. Mode
You can choose whether or not to display the D.S.T (Daylight SavingTime) mode.

1

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect Y (on) or Z (Off).
The default setting is Z (Off).

2

Initial Settings
Language/
City
DST

Press the four-way controller (3).

EnglishNYC

MENU Exit OK OK

The screen for setting the next item will be displayed.
You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Setting
World Time” (p.101).

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Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time, and the display style.
1

1

Getting Started

Press the four-way controller (23)to select the date and time display
style.

Date Adjust
Date Stleyy/mm/dd 24h

2004 / 03 / 01
00 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

2

Press the four-way controller (5).

Date Adjust

23 are displayed above and below “24h”.

Date Style

mm/dd/yy 24h

03 / 01 / 2004
00 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

3

Press the four-way controller (23)to select 24h (24-hour display) or 12h (12-hour display).

4

Press the four-way controller (5).

Date Adjust

23 is displayed above and below the month.

Date Style

mm/dd/yy 24h

03 / 01 / 2004
00 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

5

Press the four-way controller (23)to change the month.

Date Adjust
Date Style

mm/dd/yy 24h

04 / 01 / 2004
00 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

6

Press the four-way controller (5).

Date Adjust

23 are displayed above and below the date.

Date Style

mm/dd/yy 24h

04 / 01 / 2004
00 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

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7

Press the four-way controller (23)to set the date and press the fourway controller (5) again.
23 are displayed above and below the year.

Repeat step 7 to set the year, hour,and minutes.

9

Press the OK button.

Date Style

mm/dd/yy 24h

04 / 01 / 2004

100 : 00
MENU Exit OK OK

The camera is ready to take a picture. When you set the date and timeusing the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen. Press the
Playback/OK button again.

Getting Started

8Date Adjust• If you press the MENU button before initial settings are complete, yoursettings will be cancelled, but you can take pictures. If this happens,
the Initial Settings screen is displayed the next time the camera isturned on.
• Your settings can be changed later from the Menu screen. To accessthe menu, see “Changing the Date Style and Date / Time” (p.100).

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Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures
Power switch
Shutter release button
Zoom/f/y button

2
Quick Start

AF status lamp (green)Flash status lamp (red)LCD monitor

This is the simplest way to take still pictures. The flash discharges
automatically based on light conditions by the default setting.

1

Press the power switch.
The camera will turn on.

2

Confirm the subject and shooting
information on the LCD monitor.

100

The focus frame at the center of the LCD
screen indicates the zone of automatic
focusing. Press the Zoom button to change
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the size of the subject.
Focus framexSubject becomes bigger.
w Subject becomes smaller.
You can check the size of the subject by looking through the
viewfinder.

3

Lightly Press (Halfway) the Shutter Release Button.
When the subject is in focus, the LCD monitor’s focus frame turns
green.

4

Press the shutter release button down fully.
The image will be displayed on the LCD monitor for 1.5 seconds(Instant Review) and recorded on the SD Memory Card. (The green
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Pressing the Shutter Release Button
The shutter release button works in two steps.

• Press halfway

1. Focus frame
The frame lights green when focused. It is not displayed when out of focus.

2. Focus status lamp & Flash status lamp
Lit
Blink

AF status lamp (green)
Subject is in focus.
Subject is out of focus.

2
Quick Start

Lightly press (halfway) the shutter release button to lock the focus position,
exposure, and white balance.
The shutter speed and aperture settings are only displayed when pressing the
shutter release button halfway.
You can find the following information on the LCD monitor, the AF status lamp andthe flash status lamp.

Flash status lamp (red)Flash is ready.
Now charging.

You cannot take a picture while the flash is charging.

• Press down fully
Press the shutter release button all the way down (fully) to take a picture.

• Poor focusing conditions
The camera may not focus if the subject is in a condition shown below. Lock the
focus on something that is the same distance away as the subject (press the
shutter release button halfway), and press the shutter release button fully when
you have composed your picture.
• Things that lack contrast such as a blue sky or white wall.
• Dark places or objects, and conditions that prevent light being reflected back.
• Horizontal lines or intricate patterns• Fast moving objects• When an object in the foreground and one in the background are in the same
picture.
• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)

Instant Review
Instant Review displays the image for 1.5 seconds. Pressing the ibutton during Instant Review displays the Delete menu. Select [Delete]and press the OK button to delete the image.
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Quick Start

Playing Back Still Pictures
Delete button

2

Playback button

Quick Start

OK button

LCD monitor

Playing Back Images
To play back still pictures:

1

Press the Playback button after
taking a picture.

Start

100-0001

The captured image is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
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Playing Back Previous or Next Images
You can play back still pictures, cycling through one at a time.

1

Press the Playback button after taking a picture.
The captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor.

2

Press the four-way controller (45).
Displays the previous image.
Displays the next image.
Zoom Display 1p.75

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Deleting a Displayed Image
File number
100-0001

DeleteCancel2

All images & sounds MENU Exit OK OK

Quick Start

While the image is displayed, press the i button
to display the Delete screen. Press the four-way
controller (2) to select Delete, and press OK.
The image is deleted.
Pressing the Playback button once again or
lightly pressing (halfway) the shutter releasebutton makes the camera ready to capture
images.

• When you switch to the playback screen, the image with the highest
file number is shown first.
• You can enlarge the image displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing
the zoom/f/y button.
• For moving pictures, the first frame is displayed.
• If no images are stored, the “No Image & sound” message isdisplayed.

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Common Operations

Using the Button Functions
1
2
3
4
5
6, 7, 893
Common Operations

10

Capture Mode

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

O button

Switches to Voice Recording mode. (1p.70)

b button

Changes the Flash mode. (1p.39)) button

Changes the Capture mode as follows. (1p.37)
Macro mode (1p.37), Infinity-landscape mode (1p.37),
Manual Focus mode (1p.37)

Zoom button
Changes the size of the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder.
(1p.59)Playback button
Switches to Playback mode. (1p.36)

Four-way controller (45)
Changes the EV compensation. (1p.61)

Four-way controller (2)Selects Continuous Shooting mode or Self-Timer mode. (1p.55, 56)

Four-way controller (3)Displays the Virtual mode dial and changes the Capture mode. (1p.36)

OK button
Selects a menu item.

10 MENU button

Displays [Rec.Mode] menu. (1p.32)
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1
2
3
4
5
6, 7,
8
9

Playback Mode3

1

O button2

Z button

Common Operations

3
4

5
6
7
8
9

A Voice memo is added to the image. (1p.73, 74)
The Voice memo can be set as a Voice message. (1p.72)
Protects the image from deletion. (1p.82)

i button

Deletes the image. (1p.79)

Zoom/f/y button
Press f in Normal Playback mode to display nine images at once.
(1p.76)
Press y in Normal Playback mode to change the size of the Zoom
Display image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.75)

Playback Q button

Switches to Capture mode.

Four-way controller (45)Plays back previous or next image. (1p.28)

Four-way controller (2)Sets DPOF settings. (1p.85)

OK button
Saves the function selected by the menu item. (1p.32)
When pressed in Zoom Display or Nine-image Display mode, changes
to Normal Playback mode. (1p.75-76)

MENU button
Displays Playback menu. (1p.32)
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Setting the Menu
Press the MENU button to display the menus on the LCD screen. With
these you can set functions, save the settings, and change the camera
settings.

How to Set the Menus
3
Common Operations

There are 3 types of the Menu screens according to content type: theRec. Mode menu, Playback menu, and Set-up menu.
When you display the menu from Capture mode, the [A Rec.Mode]menu will be displayed, and when you display the menu from Playback
mode, the [Q Playback] menu will be displayed.

1
2
3
4

5

Press the MENU button in Capture mode or Playbackmode.
The menu screen is displayed.

Press the four-way controller (45).
Use the four-way controller (45) to select the menu screen.

Press the four-way controller (23) to select an item.
Press the four-way controller (23) to moves the selection frame up
and down.

Press the four-way controller (45) to change thesetting.
Press the four-way controller (5) to move to a Selectscreen if available.
When finished, press the OK button to return to the menu.

Press the OK button.
This saves the settings and returns to Capture or Playback mode.
• If you press any buttons except the OK button before press the OK button
and leave the menu screen, any changes to setting will not be saved.
• Even after you press the OK button and close the menu screen, if thecamera is turned off improperly (such as removing the batteries while
the camera is on), your settings will not be saved.
• If during menu operation you press a button unrelated to the menu inuse, the menu closes with no change made to the camera settings.
• If you do not perform an operation within one minute after a menu isdisplayed, the menu closes with no change made to the camera settings.

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Example of menu operation (Pressing the MENU button in
Capture mode)
1 MENU button[A Rec.Mode] Menu

[Q Playback] Menu

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering[B Set-up] Menu

Playback
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Multiple
MENU

Set-upPlayback Message
Digital Filter
ResizeTrimming
Off
Alarm

Exit OK OK

MENU

Exit OK OK

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

322288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

Exit OK OK

3

4Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Selection Screen
White Balance

2288 1712

Common Operations

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

AWB

AWB
Multiple
MENU

Exit OK OK

MENU

Exit OK OK

3
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Rec. Mode
2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

Exit OK OK

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

Exit OK OK

3
Next menu screen• If you press the shutter release button halfway and move the camera
to Capture mode, any changes to the setting will not be saved.

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Menu List[A Rec.Mode] Menu

3

Default

Reference

Common Operations

Item

Description

Recorded Pixels

Selects the number of recorded pixels.

2288 x 1712

p.40

Quality level

Selects the image compression rate.

D

p.41

White Balance

Adjusts color balance according tolighting.

F (Auto)p.42

Focusing Area

Changes the area for autofocus.

Multiplep.44

AE Metering

Sets the metering method to determine
L (Multi-segment)
exposure.

Sensitivity

Sets sensitivity.

Auto

p.46

Digital Zoom

Takes digital zoom pictures.

On

p.60

Interval ShootTakes pictures at a specified interval of
–
time.

p.57

Movie

Sets the recorded pixels of the moving
picture, Color mode, and Fast Fwd
Movie.

–

p.62

MemoryChooses whether to save the set values –when the camera is turned off.

p.68

Sharpness

Sets the sharpness.

Normalp.47

Saturation

Sets the saturation.

Normalp.48

Contrast

Sets the contrast.

Normal

p.49

p.45[Q Playback] Menu
Item

Description

Playback Message Records a Voice message.

34

Reference
p.74

Digital Filter

Selects a digital filter for the captured image.

p.95

ResizeChangs the image size.

p.92

Trimming

Trims images.

p.94

Alarm

Sets the alarm to ring at a specified time.

p.108

Slideshow

Plays recorded images successively.

p.77

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Item

Description

Reference

Formats the SD Memory Card.

p.97

Sound

Sets the volume and type of button operation sound, start-up
sound, shutter sound, and self-timer sound.

p.98

Date Adjust

Sets the date and time.

p.100

World Time

Sets world time.

p.101

Language/

Switches the language for displaying menus and messages.

p.102

USB Connection

Sets the Transfer mode (PC/PictBridge) when a USB
connection is used.

p.102

Screen Setting

Sets the start-up screen, background color and the brightnessof the screen.

p.103

Video Out

Sets the video output format.

p.105

Quick Delete

When this option is turned on, the Delete screen is displayedwith [Delete] or [All Images] selected.

p.105

Quick Zoom

For playing back images at the maximum zoom size with theZoom button pressed only once.

p.106

Quick Start-up

Setting this option to On makes it possible to take start up thecamera and take pictures in Snap mode simply by pressing
the shutter release button.

p.106

Auto Power Off

Turns off the power automatically.

p.107

Reset

Returns settings to defaults.

p.107

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Common Operations

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Taking Pictures

Setting the Capture Functions
Changing the Mode
Capture mode is for taking pictures. Playback mode is for playing backor erasing images and sound.
Switching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
• To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the Playback
button.
• To change from Playback mode to Capture mode, press the Playback
button or the shutter release button halfway.

Taking Pictures

Selecting the Capture Mode
Display the Virtual mode dial to select the Capture mode. You can selectfrom 12 Capture modes.
e
H
/
&
J
M
N
I
.
:
C
F

36

The camera automatically sets the shutter
speed and aperture for taking still pictures.
LandscapeEnhances your landscape photos.
Enables you to take dark scenes such as nightNight-Scene Modeviews.
Night-Scene Portrait Enables you to take portraits in dark conditions.
Portrait
Enhances your portrait photos.
Enhances photos taken against brightSurfbackgrounds such as sandy beaches.
p.50
Enhances photos taken against highly
Snowreflective backgrounds such as snowy
mountain slopes.
FlowerEnhances your flower photos.
Fireworks
Enhances your fireworks photos.
Snap Mode
Enhances your snap photos.
Moving Picture
You can take moving pictures.
Mode
Panorama Assist
Takes pictures to create a Panorama pictureModeon your PC.

Program

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1

Press the four-way controller (3) in
Capture mode.
The Virtual mode dial is displayed.

2

SNAP

Press the four-way controller (45)to select your desired Display
mode.

OK OK

The selected icon is displayed in a frame.

3

Press the OK button.
The icon of the selected Capture mode is displayed and the camera is
ready to take pictures.

) button

4
Taking Pictures

When the Focus mode is set to manual, the four-way controller (23)becomes the manual focus button and the Virtual mode dial cannot be
displayed. Press ) to select the Autofocus mode or other mode,
then use the four-way controller (3) to change the mode.

Changing Focus Settings
Focus Mode
Focuses on objects in the focusing area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway. Use
when the distance to the subject is more than
30cm.
Use when the distance to the subject is between
approximately 1cm~50cm (Wide) and 20cm~50cm
Macro mode
(Tele). Focuses on objects in the focusing area
when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Infinity-landscape mode Use for taking pictures of distant objects.
Manual Focus mode
Adjust focus manually.

(No icon) Autofocus mode

q
s
z

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1

Pressing ) button in Capture mode will switch
Focus modes, and the current setting is displayed on
the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take a picture in the set Focus mode.
• In Moving Picture mode (1p.62), only the Fixed focus is available.
• If you use the flash in Macro mode, the image may be overexposed.
If you take a picture while looking through the viewfinder when the Focus
mode is set to Macro mode, the range of the resulting picture will differ
from what was seen in the viewfinder. Be sure to check the image on the
LCD monitor.

4

Manual Focus

Taking Pictures

On the z setting, press the four-way controller (23) to enlarge thecentral portion of the screen to full screen on the LCD monitor.
Adjust the focus with the four-way controller (23) while watching theimage on the monitor. A bar that indicates the focus position is displayedon the left side of the monitor.
For distant focus
For closer focus
Once the focus is set, press any button other than the four-way controller(23), or take your finger off of the four-way controller for about 2
seconds. The camera will switch to the standard Capture screen.
• When focusing, hold down the four-way controller (23) to focus
quickly.
Saving the Focus Mode 1p.68

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b button

Selecting the Flash Mode
The flash discharges automatically based on light
conditions.
The flash never discharges regardless of lightFlash Offconditions.
The flash always discharges regardless of lightFlash On
conditions.
Reduces red-eye in the picture, caused by the flash
Auto flash + red-eye
reflecting from the subject’s eyes. The flash
reductiondischarges automatically.
Reduces red-eye in the picture, caused by the flash
Flash On + red-eye
reflecting from the subject’s eyes.
reduction
The flash discharges regardless of lighting conditions.

(No icon) Auto

b
c

d

4
Taking Picturesa• The flash is always off when the Capture mode is set to C, Continuous
shooting, Infinity-Landscape, or Fireworks.
• When using the flash, it always discharges once before taking thepicture, to assist with metering.
• In [Auto flash + Red-eye Reduction] and [Flash On + Red-eye
Reduction] modes, the flash discharges once to make the pupils of thesubjects eyes smaller shortly before the main flash discharges to takethe picture.
• The shutter speed will be slower with the flash off, or in low light
conditions such as a night scene. Use a tripod to prevent camera
movement.

1

Press the b button in Capture mode.

This will switch Flash modes, and the current icon will be displayed on
the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take a picture in the selected Flash mode.
Status of the Flash Status Lamp 1p.27
Saving the Flash Mode 1p.68
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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

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4

Selecting the Recorded Pixels

Taking Pictures

Select the number of recorded pixels from 2288×1712 1600×1200,
1024×768, 640×480.
The more pixels there are, the larger the image size and file size.
The image file size will also differ according to quality level settings.
2288×1712
1600×1200
1024×7680
640×4801
2
3
4

Suited for printing on A4 paper.
Suited for printing on paper stock slightly larger than postcardsize paper.
Suited for printing on postcard-size paper.
Suited for attaching to e-mail or for creating websites.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Recorded Pixels] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to change the recorded pixels.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK• In Moving Picture mode, select from 640×480, 320×240, or 160×120.
1p.64• Selecting a large number of recorded pixels will result in a clearer
image when printed.
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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

eH/&JMNI.:F

Selecting the Quality Level

C

Best

D

Better

E

Good

1
2
3
4

Lowest compression rate. Suited for printing photographs.
Standard compression rate. Suited for viewing images ona personal computer screen.
Highest compression rate. Suited for attaching to e-mail orfor creating websites.

4
Taking Pictures

Select the image compression rate.
The more E there are, the better the quality and the larger the file.
The image file size will also differ according to Recorded Pixels settings.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to change the quality level.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

eH/&JMNI.:F
4

Adjusting the White Balance

Taking Pictures

Adjusts for natural coloring in your picture, according to the lighting.
F
G
H
I
J
K

1
2
3

Auto
Daylight
Shade

The camera makes the adjustment automatically.
For taking pictures outside in sunlight.
For taking pictures outside in the shade.
For taking pictures under standard light bulbs or otherTungsten Lighttungsten light.
Fluorescent
For taking pictures under fluorescent light.
Light
For taking pictures by manually adjusting the white
Manualbalance.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [White Balance] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).

White Balance

The White Balance selection screen isdisplayed.

4
5

Press the four-way controller (23)to change the setting.
Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Saving the White Balance 1p.68

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Setting Manually1

Select [K] (Manual) on the White
Balance selection screen.

2

Point your camera at white paper tofill the screen.

3

Press the OK button.

White Balance
AWB

MENU Exit OK OK[Adjusting] is displayed on the LCD monitor.
After white balance has been automatically adjusted, [Complete] isdisplayed and the camera returns to the Menu screen.

4

Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

4
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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

eH/&JMNI.:F
4

Setting the Focusing Area

Taking Pictures

You can change the area for autofocus (Focusing Area).
Multiple
Spot

1
2
3
4

Normal range
The autofocus range becomes smaller.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Focusing Area] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to change the focusing area.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

The focus frame lights green when focused by pressing the shutter
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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

eH/&JMNI.:F

Setting the Light Metering Range

L
M
N

1
2
3
4

Detailed measurement of entire screen to determine
exposure.
Measures mainly the center of the screen to determineCenter-weighted
exposure.
Measures only the very center of the screen toSpotdetermine exposure.
Multi-segment

4
Taking Pictures

You can choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness
and determining exposure.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [AE Metering] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to change the Metering mode.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

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4

Setting Sensitivity

Taking Pictures

You can set the Sensitivity to match the brightness of the surroundings.
Auto
50
100
200
400

1
2
3
4

The camera makes the adjustment automatically.
• The lower the Sensitivity (smaller number), the smaller the noise andsharper the image. The shutter speed will be slower in low light
conditions.
• The higher the Sensitivity (larger number), the faster the shutter speed
in low light conditions. The image will have more noise.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Sensitivity] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to change the sensitivity.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

Rec. Mode
Sensitivity
Digital Zoom
Interval Shoot
Movie
MemoryAuto
On

MENU Exit OK OK

The only available AUTO settings are 50, 100, and 200.

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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

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Setting Image Sharpness

4

1
2
3
4

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Sharpness] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to select x (Normal), z (Hard),or y (Soft).

Rec. Mode
Sharpness
Saturation
Contrast

Taking Pictures

You can make the image outlines sharp or soft.

Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

MENU Exit OK OK

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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

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4

Setting Color Saturation

Taking Pictures

This sets the color saturation.

1
2
3
4

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Saturation] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to select x (Normal), z (High),or y (Low).
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

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Rec. Mode
Sharpness
Saturation
Contrast

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Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

Four-waycontroller
OK button

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU Exit OK OK

MENU button

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Setting the Image Contrast

4

1
2
3
4

Taking Pictures

You can set the image contrast level.

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Contrast] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45)to select x (Normal), z (High),or y (Low).

Rec. Mode
Sharpness
Saturation
Contrast

Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

MENU Exit OK OK

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Taking Pictures
Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

4
Taking Pictures

Program Mode
In Program mode (e), you can set all the functions and take pictures.

1

Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.
The Virtual mode dial is displayed.

2

Press the four-way controller (45)to select [e].

3

Press the OK button.

SNAP

The camera is ready to take the picture.

4

Set the functions you want to use.

OK OK

See “Setting the Capture Functions” (p.36p.49) for instructions.

5Lightly Press (Halfway) the Shutter Release Button.
When the subject is in focus, the LCD monitor’s focus frame turns
green.

6

Press the shutter release button down fully.
The picture is taken.
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Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Picture Mode
You can match your settings to the situation.

4

Picture Mode
There are nine modes available.

Taking Pictures

H
/
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J
M
N
I
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:

LandscapeEnhances your landscape photos.
Night-Scene Mode Enables you to take dark scenes such as night views.
Night-Scene
Enables you to take portraits in dark conditions.
Portrait
Portrait
Enhances your portrait photos.
Enhances photos taken against bright backgrounds
Surfsuch as sandy beaches.
Enhances photos taken against highly reflective
Snowbackgrounds such as snowy mountain slopes.
FlowerEnhances your flower photos.
Fireworks
Enhances your fireworks photos.
Snap Mode
Enhances your snap photos.

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1

Press the four-way controller (3) in
Capture mode.
The Virtual mode dial is displayed.

SNAP

OK OK

2

Press the four-way controller (45)to select your desired Picturemode.
For example, select Landscape.

SNAP

OK

4

3

Press the OK button.

OK

Picture Mode

Taking Pictures

The Picture mode is selected.

4

Lightly Press (Halfway) the Shutter Release Button.
When the subject is in focus, the LCD monitor’s focus frame turns
green.

5

Press the shutter release button down fully.
The picture is taken.
In Picture mode, the EV compensation, saturation, contrast, sharpness,
and white balance are automatically set to the optimum values for eachmode. (You can change the settings.)
To avoid camera movement in Night-scene, Night-scene Portrait, or
Fireworks mode, you are recommended to fix the camera on a tripod.

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Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist
Mode)

1

Press the four-way controller (3) in
Capture mode.
The Virtual mode dial is displayed.

4
Taking Pictures

Using the software provided with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX,ACD PhotoStitcher), you can easily join several images together tocreate a panorama photograph. Joining captured photographs so thatthe images overlap end to end in Panorama Assist mode results in asingle panorama photograph.

SNAP

OK OK

2
3

Press the four-way controller (45)to select [ F (Panorama Assist)].

SNAP

Press the OK button.
OK OK

4

Press the four-way controller toselect the joining direction.
4 joins the images at the left.
Set shift direction
5 joins the images at the right.
2 joins the images at the top.
3 joins the images at the bottom.
The explanation below will assume that 5 is selected.
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5

Take the first picture.
Press the shutter release button to take thefirst picture. The right edge of the image isdisplayed in transparent form at the left of the
LCD monitor.

6

4
Taking Pictures
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Move the camera to the right, andtake the second picture.

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Move the camera so that the actual screen
image overlaps the left edge of thetransparent image and press the shutter
release button. For the third photo andsubsequent photos, repeat Steps 5 and 6
and shoot.
To change the direction for joining images, begin again from Step 1.
To cancel Panorama Assist mode, switch to any other mode.

• The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama software,
ACDSee for PENTAX, ACD PhotoStitcher, packed together with thecamera. For details on joining panorama images, see the separate
booklet PC Connection Manual.
• Continuous shooting and interval shooting are not possible in
Panorama Assist mode.
• It is not possible to delete images in Instant Review.

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Shutter release button

Four-way controller

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Using the Self-Timer

1
2

Press the four-way controller (2) todisplay g on the LCD monitor.

100

Press the shutter release button
down fully.
The self-timer is engaged and the self-timer
lamp lights. The picture is taken about 3
seconds after the self-timer lamp begins to blink.

4
Taking Pictures

The picture will be taken 10 seconds after the shutter release button ispressed.

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11:20• The number of seconds until the picture is taken will be displayed on
the LCD monitor.
• Pressing the four-way controller or the MENU button during thecountdown display will cancel the self-timer.
Playing Back Still Pictures1p.28

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Shutter release button

Four-way controller

eH/&JMNI.:
4

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/Multi Continuous Shooting)Taking Pictures

Pictures are taken continually while the shutter release button is pressed.
There is Continuous Shooting and Multi Continuous available.
aj
a_

1
2
3

Continuous
Images are captured, processed, and saved one by one.
Shooting
Multi Continuous Pictures are taken four frames at a time and saved as a
Shooting
single image.

Press the four-way controller (2) todisplay aj or a_ on the LCD monitor.
Lightly Press (Halfway) the Shutter
Release Button.
When the subject is in focus, the LCD
monitor’s focus frame turns green.

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Press the shutter release button down fully.
Pictures are taken continually while the shutter release button is pressed.
Recording stops when you release the shutter release button.
Playing Back Still Pictures1p.28• You can continue shooting until the SD Memory Card is full.
• The interval between continuous shots differs according to recorded
pixels and quality level settings.
• The flash will not discharge in Continuous Shooting or Multi
Continuous Shooting mode.
• Continuous Shooting and Multi Continuous Shooting cannot be usedin Moving Picture, Panorama Assist, Night-Scene, Night-Scene
Portrait, or Fireworks mode.

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Four-way controller
OK button

eH/&JMNI.:

Taking Pictures at Fixed Intervals (Interval Shoot)In this mode, still pictures are taken automatically at a fixed interval.

Press the four-way controller (2) to display k on the
LCD monitor.

2

Lightly Press (Halfway) the Shutter Release Button.
When the subject is in focus, the LCD monitor’s focus frame turns
green.

3

Press the shutter release button down fully.

4
Taking Pictures

1

Interval shooting will start with the following settings.
• Interval
00min10sec• Number of Shot 02• Start Time00hr00min
When shooting is finished, the camera turns off automatically.

Setting the interval, number of shot, and start time1

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Select [Interval Shoot] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Interval Shooting menu will be displayedand [Interval] will be selected.

Interval ShootInterval

00min10sec

Mumber of Shot

03

Start Time00hr 00min
MENU Exit OK OK

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4

5
4

6

Taking Pictures

7

Set the interval time.
1. Press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below the number of minutes.
2. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of minutes,
then press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below the number of seconds.
3. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of seconds,
then press the four-way controller (5).
4. Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame will move to [Number of shot].

Use the four-way controller (45) to change the numberof pictures, then press the four-way controller (3).
The frame will move to [Start Time].

Set the time to start shooting.
1. Press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below the number of hours.
2. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of hours,
then press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below the number of minutes.
3. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of minutes,
then press the four-way controller (5).

Press the OK button 2 times.
Playing Back Still Pictures1p.28• Interval shooting can be set at intervals of 10 seconds to 4 minutes inunits of 1 second, and intervals of 4 minutes to 99 minutes in units of
1 minute. Intervals of less than 10 seconds cannot be set.
• The number of pictures can be set in the range of 2 to 99 pictures.
• The start time can be set between 0 minutes and 23 hours 59 minutes
in units of 1 minute.
• If the start time is set to 0 minutes, the first picture will be taken as soon
as the shutter release button is pressed.
• If you press the power switch on during standby, the remaining numberof pictures and interval time will be displayed on the LCD monitor. If
you press the MENU button, the message “Stop interval shooting?”
will be displayed. To cancel interval shooting, press the OK button.
• If the SD Memory Card runs out of memory, interval shooting stops
and the camera turns off automatically.
Interval shooting is not possible in Moving Picture or Panorama Assist
mode.

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Zoom button

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

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Using the Zoom

4

1

Press the Zoom button in Capturemode.
x Tele: Subject becomes larger.
w Wide: Subject becomes smaller.

100

When the digital zoom function is disabled,
When digital zoom off
the optical zoom can be used to enlarge thesubject up to 2.8 times.
When the digital zoom function is enabled, you can further enlarge thesubject up to 11.2 times.

Taking Pictures

You can use the Zoom to take pictures in Tele or Wide mode.

100

Optical zoom range

Digital zoom range
When digital zoom on

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Enabling the Digital Zoom Function

1

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

2

Press the four-way controller (3) toselect [Digital Zoom].

3

Press the four-way controller (5) toselect On.

4

Press the OK button.

Rec. Mode
Sensitivity
Digital Zoom
Interval Shoot
Movie
MemoryAuto
On

MENU Exit OK OK

The camera is ready to take the picture.

4
Taking Pictures
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Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting 1p.68• The Digital zoom only can be used and the
Optical zoom cannot be used while taking a
Moving picture. However, the Optical zoom
can be also used before taking a Moving
picture.
• Both Optical and Digital zoom can not be
used when the recorded pixels are set“640x480”.

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Four-way controller

eH/&JMNI.:CFEV Compensation

4

1

Press the four-way controller (45)in Capture mode.
5Adjusts the exposure to over-expose (+side), 4Adjusts the exposure to underexpose (- side).

100

+2.0

Taking Pictures

Use EV Compensation when you want to intentionally over expose(brighten) or under expose (darken) your picture.

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The EV Compensation setting is displayedon the LCD monitor.
When you press the four-way controller (45) once, or when you set thesetting to ±0, the display will disappear in two seconds.
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Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Moving Pictures (Moving Picture Mode)
4
Taking Pictures

You can take moving pictures. The recording time for a single movie isdisplayed at the top right of the LCD monitor. Sound can be recorded at
the same time.
You can select either 640×480, 320×240, or 160×120 for recorded pixels inMoving Picture mode 1p.64

1Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.
The Virtual mode dial is displayed.

2
3

Press the four-way controller (45)to select [C] (Movie).

SNAP

Press the OK button.
1 Flash OFF icon
2 Moving Picture mode icon
3 Remained recording time

OK OK

1

303:37
03:37

2

4

Press the shutter release button
down fully.
Recording will begin.
You can switch the image size using the Zoom button.
x
Subject becomes bigger.
w Subject becomes smaller.

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5

Press the shutter release button down fully.
Recording will end. The remaining available recording time is displayed.

Recording by holding down the shutter release button
If you hold down the shutter release button for one second or more, thecamera will record while you hold down the button. Recording stops
when you release the shutter release button.
Playing Back Moving Pictures 1p.78

Use the high speed type (10 MB/S) SD memory card when taking
moving pictures after selecting 640 x 480 pixels of p.64 and 30 fps frame
rate of p.66. If the normal type (2 MB/S) card is used, the taking moving
picture will stop halfway.

4
Taking Pictures• The flash will not discharge in Moving Picture mode.
• Continuous shooting and interval shooting are not possible in Moving
Picture mode.
• The focus is fixed in Moving Picture mode.
• In Moving Picture mode, the Digital Zoom function is automatically set
to [On]. However, at 640 x 480 pixels Digital Zoom is set to [Off].

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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

C
4

Changing the Recorded Pixels Setting When
Taking Moving Pictures

Taking Pictures

In Moving Picture mode, you can select either 640×480, 320×240, or
160×120 for the number of recorded pixels (resolution).
The more pixels there are, the larger the image size but the smaller therecording time.

1

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Select [Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The movie setup screen will be displayed.

4
5

Press the four-way controller (45)to change the recorded pixels.

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to record a movie.

Movie
Recorded Pixels
Color Mode
Frame Rate
Fast Fwd Movie

320 240
Full Color
15fps
Off
MENU Exit OK OK

Taking Moving Pictures 1p.62
Use the high speed type (10 MB/S) SD memory card when taking
moving pictures after selecting 640 x 480 pixels and 30 fps frame rate of
p.66. If the normal type (2 MB/S) card is used, the taking moving picture
will stop halfway.
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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

C

Changing the Color Mode Setting When Taking
Moving Pictures

1

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Select [Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Taking Pictures

You can record a moving picture in one of three Color mode settings: fullcolor, black-and-white, or sepia.

4

Press the four-way controller (5).
The movie setup screen will be displayed.

4

Select [Color Mode] with the fourway controller (3).

Movie
Recorded Pixels
Color Mode
Frame Rate
Fast Fwd Movie

320 240
Full Color
15fps
Off
MENU Exit OK OK

5

Press the four-way controller (45) to change the Color
mode.

6

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to record a movie.
Taking Moving Pictures 1p.6265

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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

C
4

Changing the Frame Rate When Taking Moving
PicturesTaking Pictures

You can select a frame rate of 15 fps or 30 fps (frames per second). A
frame rate of 30 fps yields twice the number of frames as a frame rate
15 fps, resulting in smoother moving images. However, because image
size also doubles at 30 fps, less time is available for shooting.

1

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Select [Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The movie setup screen will be displayed.

4
5
6

Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Frame Rate].
Press the four-way controller (45)to change frame rates.
Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to record a movie.

Movie
Recorded Pixels
Color Mode
Frame Rate
Fast Fwd Movie

320 240
Full Color
15fps
Off
MENU Exit OK OK

Use the high speed type (10 MB/S) SD memory card when taking
moving pictures after selecting 640 x 480 pixels of p.64 and 30 fps frame
rate. If the normal type (2 MB/S) card is used, the taking moving picture
will stop halfway.
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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

C

Taking Fast Forward Moving Pictures (Fast Fwd
Movie)

1
2
3
4
5
6

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu will be displayed.

Select [Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The movie setup screen will be displayed.

4
Taking Pictures

This mode lets you take moving pictures at a delayed frame rate so thatwhen you play the movie back, the action appears speeded up.

Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Fast Fwd
Movie].
Press the four-way controller (45)to select [Off (x1)], [x2], [x5], [x10],[x20], [x50], or [x100].
Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to record a movie.

Movie
Recorded Pixels
Color Mode
Frame Rate
Fast Fwd Movie

320 240
Full Color
15fps
Off
MENU Exit OK OK

Taking Moving Pictures 1p.62• Off (x1) is the normal moving picture setting. When x2 or x5 isselected, the number of frames recorded per second decreases by 1/
2 or 1/5, respectively.
• As moving pictures are normally played back at the rate of 15 frames
per second, movies taken at x2 are played back twice as fast andmovies taken at x5 are played back five times as fast.
• Sound cannot be recorded.
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Saving the Settings
Saving the Menu Items (Memory)
You can choose whether to save the set values when the camera isturned off. If you select On, the camera saves the settings in effect justbefore the camera is turned off. If you select Off, the settings return todefault settings when the camera is turned off.
Item
Flash

4

White Balance

Taking Pictures

EV compensation
Digital Zoom
AE Metering
Sensitivity
Focus Mode
Zoom Position
MF Position
File No.

Description
Saves the Flash mode setting selected with the
button.
Saves the White Balance settings on the Rec. modemenu.
Saves the EV compensation settings.
Saves the Digital Zoom settings on the Rec. modemenu.
Saves the AE Metering settings on the Rec. modemenu.
Saves the Sensitivity settings on the Rec. modemenu.
Saves the Focus mode settings.
Saves the Zoom Position settings.
The focus position set by Manual Focus is saved.
Saves the file numbers. File numbers will continue tohave sequential numbers even after changing the SD
Memory Card.

Default
Setting
O
P
P
O
P
P
P
P
P
O

Menu items not included in Memory will also be saved with the settings
selected on the menus for each function.

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1
2
3

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Press the four-way controller (23)to select [Memory].
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Memory menu will be displayed.

Rec. Mode
Sensitivity
Digital Zoom
Interval Shoot
Movie
MemoryAuto
On

MENU Exit OK OK

4
5
6

Press the four-way controller (23)to select the item.
Press the four-way controller (45)to select O (On) or P (Off).
Press the OK button 2 times.

MENU Exit OK OK

4
Taking Pictures

The camera is ready to take a picture.

MemoryFlashWhite Balance
EV Compensation
Digital Zoom
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Recording/Playback

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)
Voice button
Shutter release button

This mode is for recording sound. The recordable time is displayed on
the LCD monitor according to how much memory is available on the SD
Memory Card.
5

1

Recording/Playback

Press the O button in Capturemode.
The recordable time is displayed on the
LCD monitor.
1. Remaining time 2. Recording time

1
10:16
00:00

2
SHUTTER REC Start

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2
3

Press the shutter release button down fully.
Recording starts. O button flashes during recording.

Press the shutter release button down fully.
Recording stops. The remaining available recording time is displayed.
Playing Back Sound 1p.71
Sound is saved as a monaural WAVE file (PCM method).

The recorded sound can be set to Start-up, Shutter,
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Playing Back Sound

Playback button
Four-way controller

You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode.

Enter the Playback mode and choose the recording you
want to play with the four-way controller (45).

2

Press the four-way controller (2).

Playback time

Playback will start.

100-0001

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Recording time

5
Recording/Playback

1• The following operations can be
performed during playback.
Four-way controller (4)Rewinds and plays back the recorded
sound.
Four-way controller (5)Advances and plays back the recorded
sound.
Zoom/f/y button (x)Increases the volume.
Zoom/f/y button (w)Decreases the volume.

3

Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback will stop.

4

Press the Playback button.
The camera will return to the Capture mode.
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Adding a Voice Memo

You can add a Voice memo to a recorded image.

1

Enter the Playback mode andchoose the image to which you
want to add a Voice memo with thefour-way controller (45).

Start

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If the image has no Voice memo, thestart mark for recording a Voice memo isdisplayed on the LCD monitor.

2
5

Press the O button.
Recording starts.
When recording, the recording timeremaining is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Recording/Playback

3
4

Stop

Press the O button.
Recording stops.

100-0001

100-0001
01:22:45

4/10/2004
11:20

Recording time

Press the four-way controller (3).

Set Msg100-0001

The recorded Voice memo will be played
back.

5

Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback stops.

4/10/2004
11:20• A Voice memo cannot be added to protected (Z) images.
• Images with a Voice memo are indicated with U on the LCD monitor.
The recorded sound can be set to Start-up, Shutter,
Operation and Self-timer sound. (1p.99)

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Setting a Voice Message
The image and sound with Voice memo can be set as the Voicemessage in your camera. The O button blinks and notices you that the
Voice message is being set.
Setting Voice Messages in Playback Mode

1Enter Playback mode and use thefour-way controller (45) to selectthe image to be used for the Voicemessage from the images with
Voice memos added.

100-0001

Set Msg

4/10/2004
11:20

U is displayed on images with Voice memos
added.

2

Press the O button.

5

3
4

Using the four-way controller (2), select [Set].
Press the OK button.
“Set message” is displayed, the O button
flashes, and the camera goes into Standby
mode.

Set message
Set
CancelMENU Exit OK OK

Recording/Playback“Set to message?” is displayed.

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Setting Voice Messages in the Playback menu
You can set Voice messages from the Playback menu as well.

1

Press the MENU button in Playback mode.
The [Playback] menu is displayed.

2
3

Select [Playback Message] from the [Playback] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Voice Message Recording screen will be displayed.

4

Press the four-way controller (45)to select the image to be used for
the Voice message.
Images with added Voice memos U are theonly images sent using the four-way
controller.

55100-0001

MENU Exit OK OK

Press the OK button.

Recording/Playback“A Voice message has been set” is displayed, the O button flashes, andthe camera goes into Standby mode.

Playing Back a Voice Message
You can play back a Voice message.

1

Press the O button.
The image will be displayed and the Voice memo will be played back.
• Turn the camera on during Voice message settings to perform regular
operations. Turn the camera off again to return to Voice message
recording.
• To switch from Voice message recording to Capture mode, turn thecamera off and then turn it on again.

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Playback/Deleting

Playing Back Images

Zoom/f/y button

Four-way controller

Playing Back Still Pictures
See “Playing Back Images” (p.28) and “Playing Back Previous or Next Images” (p.28).

Zoom Display
You can display images magnified up to 8 times. A guide to operation isdisplayed on the LCD monitor during magnification.

1

The image will be magnified (1.1 to 8 times).
Continue to press to magnify the image evengreater.

3• The following operations can be performed
while the magnified image is displayed.
Four-way controller (2345)
Moves theposition to be magnified.
Zoom/f/y button (x)Makes the image larger.
Zoom/f/y button (w)Makes the image smaller.

6
Playback/Deleting2Enter the Playback mode and choose the image youwant to magnify with the four-way controller (45).
Press x/y on the Zoom/f/y button.
1.5x

Press the OK button.
Zoom playback will end.
If you set [Quick Zoom] in the [B Set-up] menu to ON, the image will bemagnified eight times when (x/y) is pressed in step 2.
Moving pictures cannot be magnified.
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Zoom/f/y button

Four-way controller

Nine-image Display
You can display nine images at the same time.

1

Enter the Playback mode and choose the image youwant to place in the center with the four-way controller
(45).

2

Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y
button.
Nine images will be displayed with theselected image in the center.
Choose an image with the four-way
controller (2345). When ten or more
images have been recorded, if you press the
Selection screen
four-way controller (5) while the bottom rightimage is selected, the next nine images will be displayed, and if youpress the four-way controller (4) while the top left image is selected,
the previous nine images will be displayed. Similarly, if you press thefour-way controller (2) while an image on the top row is selected, theprevious nine images will be displayed, and if you press the four-way
controller (3) while an image on the bottom row is selected, the nextnine images will be displayed.

6
Playback/Deleting

3

Press the OK button.
The screen will return to single-image display of the selected image.
In the case of moving pictures, the first frame will be displayed.
Sound files are displayed with O.

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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Using Slideshow for Continuous Playback
You can continuously play back all the images on the SD Memory Card.

1

Enter the Playback mode and choose the image withwhich to start the slideshow with the four-way
controller (45).

2

Press the MENU button.
The [Playback] menu will be displayed.

Select [Slideshow] with the fourway controller (3).

4

Use the four-way controller (45) tochange the playback interval.

3sec

MENU Exit OK OK

Choose from the following: 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec, or 30 sec.

5

Press the OK button.
Playback will start at the set interval.

6
Playback/Deleting

3

Playback
Slideshow• If you press the four-way controller or any buttons, such as the MENU
button, during continuous playback, the slideshow will stop.
• The slideshow will continue until you press any button.
• Moving pictures and pictures with a Voice memo will be played throughto the end before the next picture is played back, regardless of the set
playback interval.

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Zoom/f/y button
Playback button
Four-way controller

Playing Back Moving Pictures
You can play back moving pictures. A guide to operation is displayed on
the LCD monitor during playback. The sound is played back at the same
time.

6

1

Enter the Playback mode and choose the moving
picture you want to play with the four-way controller
(45).

2

Press the four-way controller (2).

Playback/Deleting

Playback will start.
• The following operations can be
performed during playback.
Four-way controller (4) Reverse playback
Four-way controller (5) Forward playback
Four-way controller (2) Pauses playback.
Zoom/f/y button (x)Increases the volume.
Zoom/f/y button (w) Decreases the volume.

Set Msg100-0001
00:24

4/10/2004
11:20• The following operations can be performed while Pause is engaged.
Four-way controller (4) Single frame reverse playback
Four-way controller (5) Single frame forward playback
Four-way controller (2) Cancels Pause. (Playback resumes.)

3

Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback will stop.

4

Press the Playback button.
The camera will return to the Capture mode.

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Deleting Images
i button

Four-way controller
OK button

Deleting Data one by one
Delete saved images or sounds one by one.
• Deleted images or sounds cannot be recovered.
• Protected images or sounds cannot be deleted.

Enter the Playback mode and choose the image/soundyou want to delete with the four-way controller (45).

2

Press the i button.

100-0001

The Delete screen will be displayed.

3

Select [Delete] with the four-way
controller (2).

4

Press the OK button.

DeleteCancelAll images & sounds MENU Exit OK OK

6
Playback/Deleting1• You can also delete images during Instant Review (p.27).
• Setting the Quick Delete option on the Set-up Menu to On makes it
possible to omit Step 3 above.

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Deleting a Voice MemoIf an image has a Voice memo (indicated with U), you can delete the
Voice memo without deleting the image.

1

Enter the Playback mode and choose the image with
the Voice memo that you want to delete with the fourway controller (45).

2

Press the i button.

100-0001

The Sound Delete screen will be displayed.

3

Select [Sound Delete] with the fourway controller (2).

4

Press the OK button.

Sound Delete
DeleteCancelAll images & sounds MENU Exit OK OK

Select [Delete] in step 3 above to delete both the image and the Voicememo.

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i button

Four-way controller
OK button

Deleting All Data
You can delete all the images/sounds at once.
• Once deleted, images/sounds cannot be restored.
• You cannot delete protected images/sounds.

1

Enter the Playback mode and press
the i button twice.
The Delete All Images/Sound screen will be
displayed.

Select [Delete All] with the four-way
controller (2).

3

Press the OK button.

Delete All
CancelMENU Exit OK OK

Setting the Quick Delete option on the Set-up Menu to On makes it
possible to omit Step 2 above.

6
Playback/Deleting

2

Delete all images & sounds
on the memory card?

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Z button

Four-way controller
OK button

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)
You can protect images/sounds from being accidentally deleted.

12
6Playback/Deleting82

34Enter the Playback mode and choose the image orsound you want to protect with the four-way controller(45).
Press the Z button.
100-0001
The Protect screen will be displayed.

Select [Protect] with the four-way
controller (2).
Press the OK button.

Protect
Unprotect

All images & sounds MENU Exit OK OK

The image or sound is protected.
Z is displayed during playback of protected images and sounds.
Select [Unprotect] in step 3 above to cancel the Protect setting.

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Protect All Images/Sounds
You can protect all images/sounds from being accidentally deleted.

1
2
3
4

Enter the Playback mode.
Press the Z button twice.
The Protect All Images & Sounds screen will be displayed.

Select [Protect] with the four-way controller (2).
Press the OK button.
Select [Unprotect] in step 3 above to cancel the Protect setting on all of
the images/sounds.
Even protected images/sounds will be deleted when formatting the SD
Memory Card.

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Viewing Images on a TV

By using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on a
TV or other equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure that both the
TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable.

6
Playback/Deleting

12Open the terminal cover and connect the AV cable.

3

Turn the TV and camera on.

Connect the sound terminal (white) and image terminal(yellow) of the AV cable to the sound terminal (white)
and image input terminal (yellow) of the TV.

Selecting the Video Output Format 1p.105
The LCD monitor is always turned off when the camera is connected toa TV. If you intend to use the camera for a long time, use of the AC
adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended. Refer to the operating
manual for the TV or equipment to which the camera is connected.

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Printing

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)
You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital
Print Order Format) compatible printer or at a printing service.

Four-way controller
OK button

Printing Individual Image
Set the following items for each image.
Number of prints: Set the number of prints. You can select to print up to 99 copies.
Specify whether you want the date imprinted on the print or not.

1

Press the four-way controller (2).

100-0001

The DPOF screen will be displayed.
CopiesDate
DPOF All Images

3

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the number of prints, thenpress the four-way controller (3).
The frame will move to [Date].

7
Printing

2Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
controller (45) to select the image for which you wantto make DPOF settings.

01
MENU Exit OK OK

100-0001

Copies
Date

01
MENU Exit OK OK

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45

Use the four-way controller (45) to select either O (On)or P (Off) for imprinting the date.
O:P:

The date will be imprinted.
The date will not be imprinted.

Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.
• If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, the previously
set number of prints and On/Off date setting will be displayed.
• To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of prints to 00 and press the
OK button.
• DPOF settings cannot be used with moving pictures.
• Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photoprocessing lab, the date may not be imprinted on the pictures even if
the DPOF setting was made.

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Four-way controller
OK button

Printing All Images

1
2
3
4

6

The DPOF screen will be displayed.

Press the four-way controller (2).
The DPOF [All Images] screen will be displayed.

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the number of prints.
You can select to print up to 99 copies.

Press the four-way controller (3).
The selection frame moves to [Date].

DPOF setting
for all images
Copies
Date

01
MENU Exit OK OK

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect either O(On) or P(Off) for imprinting the date.
O: The date will be imprinted.
P: The date will not be imprinted.

7
Printing

5Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way
controller (2).

Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.
• When the setting to print all images is made, the settings to print
individual images will be canceled.
• When you specify the number of prints in the DPOF setting, thenumber applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the
number of prints is correct.
• DPOF settings cannot be used with moving pictures.
• To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of prints to 00 for the setting
for all the images.
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Connecting the Camera Directly to a
Printer to Print
Using the USB Cable I-USB7 (included), you can connect the camera toa printer that supports the PictBridge standard in order to print images
directly from the camera without using a personal computer. After
connecting the camera and printer, you use the camera monitor to selectwhich images to print and the number of prints. There are three printing
methods: printing all images, printing individual images, and printing
using printing service (DPOF) settings.
We recommend using the AC Adapter D-AC5 (sold separately) whenconnecting the camera to a printer. Loss of battery power during datatransmission to the printer can result in printer malfunction or corruptionof image data.
Some types of printer do not reflect all camera settings (such as image
quality and DPOF settings).

Connecting the Camera to a Printer1

Enter the Playback mode and press the MENU button.
The [Playback] menu is displayed.

7

2

Press the four-way controller (5).

Printing

The [Setup] menu is displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (23)to select [USB Connection].

4

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect [PictBridge].

5

Press the OK button.

Set-upFormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU Exit OK OK

The camera is ready to connect the printer.

6

Connect the camera to the printerusing the USB cable (included).
The [Select printing mode] screen isdisplayed.

88

100-0001

Select printing mode
Print All
Print OneDPOF AUTOPRINT

OK OK

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Connecting the camera to a printer that supports the PictBridge standard
illuminates the finder LED and emits a sound confirming the connection.

Printing Individual Images

1

On the [Select printing mode] screen, press the fourway controller (23) to select [Print One].

2

Press the OK button.
The [Print this image] screen is displayed.

3
4

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect an image to print.
Use the four-way controller (23) toselect the number of prints.
You can select up to 10 prints.

5100-0001
Print this image
CopiesMENU Exit

01

Date

Date OK Print

Use the Playback button to select[On] or [Off] for imprinting the date.
Repeated pressing of the Playback button switches between [On] and[Off].

6

Press the OK button.

7

When you have finished printing, press the MENU
button.

7
Printing

The printer prints with the specified settings.
The message “Continue printing?” is displayed after the image has
been printed. To continue printing, press the OK button to return to thescreen displayed before printing.

The “Safely remove USB cable” message is displayed.

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Printing All Images

1
2

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Print All].
Press the OK button.
The [Print all image] screen is displayed.
To visually confirm images, press the four-way controller (45).

3

Use the four-way controller (23) toselect the number of prints.

100-0001
Print all images

You can select up to 10 prints.

4

Use the Playback button to select[On] or [Off] for imprinting the date.

CopiesTotal
MENU Exit

01
05

Date

Date OK Print

Repeated pressing of the Playback button
switches between [On] and [Off].

5

Press the OK button.
The printer prints with the specified settings.
The message “Continue printing?” is displayed after the image has
been printed. To continue printing, press the OK button to return to thescreen displayed before printing.

6
7
Printing
90

When you have finished printing, press the MENU
button.
The “Safely remove USB cable” message is displayed.

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Printing Using Printing Service Settings

1

On the [Select printing mode] screen, press the fourway controller (23) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT].

2

Press the OK button.
The [Print w/DPOF settings] screen is displayed.
Use the four-way controller (45) to check the images and printing
service settings.

3
4

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect an image to print.

100-0001
Print w/DPOF settings

Press the OK button.
Copies01
You can print using the printing service
05
Total
settings specified for the selected image.
OK Print
MENU Exit
The message “Continue printing?” isdisplayed after the image has been printed. To continue printing, press
the OK button to return to the screen displayed before printing.

5

When you have finished printing, press the MENU
button.
The “Safely remove USB cable” message is displayed.

Disconnect the Camera from the PrinterTurn the camera off.
Disconnect the USB cable from the camera.
Disconnect the USB cable from the printer.

7
Printing

1
2
3

Pressing the MENU button when the “Continue printing?” message isdisplayed causes the “Safely remove USB cable” to be displayed.
When the USB cable is disconnected from the camera while the camera
is turned on, the camera automatically switches to the Capture mode.

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Editing/Settings

Editing Images

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Changing the Image Size
By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make thefile smaller than the original. After changing the size, the image can besaved as a new image or written over the original image.

1

Enter the Playback mode and press the MENU button.
The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Resize].
Press the four-way controller (5).

100-0001

The Resize screen will be displayed.

8
Editing/Settings

MENU Exit OK OK

4

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image you want to resize.

5

Press the OK button.

100-0001
Select resolution
and quality
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

320 240
MENU Exit OK OK

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6

Select [Recorded Pixels] with the four-way controller
(45).

7

Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame will move to [Quality Level].

8

Press the four-way controller (45) to select [Quality
Level].

9 Press the OK button.
10 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite]
or [Save as].

11 Press the OK button.
The image will be resized.
• Moving pictures cannot be resized.
• You cannot select a larger size than that of the original image.
• You cannot select a higher quality than that of the original image.

8
Editing/Settings
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Trimming Images
You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image.

1

Enter the Playback mode and press the MENU button.
The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed.

2
3

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Trimming].
Press the four-way controller (5).
The image that can be trimmed will be displayed.

4

Use the four-way controller (45) to select the image youwant to trim.

5

Press the OK button.

100-0001

The trimming screen will be displayed.

6

8

Trim the image.
• Operations available on the Trimming
OK
MENU
Size Rotete
Rotate Exit
OK
screen.
Zoom/f/y button:
Changes the sizeof the image.
Z button:
Rotates the trimming frame
Four-way controller(2345):
Moves the trimming position up or down andleft or right.
MENU button:
Returns to the screen for selecting the image
to be trimmed.

Editing/Settings

7
8
9

Press the OK button.
Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the quality level after
trimming.
Press the OK button.
The trimmed image will be saved as aseparate image.

100-0001
Select image quality
Quality Level
MENU Exit OK OK• Moving pictures cannot be trimmed.
• You cannot select a higher quality than that of the original image.

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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Editing Images with Digital Filters
The filters consist of color filters such as red, blue, and green, a soft filter
that produces a fuzzy effect, and a brightness filter that adjusts thebrightness of the image. In Digital Filter mode, these filters can be used
to edit an image.
• Color Filters (%)
Eight colors, black-and-white, sepia, red, pink, violet, blue, green andyellow, are provided for the color filters. When you select a color filter inthe Digital Filter mode, the display on the LCD monitor is filtered with theselected color, and the images are saved in that color.
• Soft Filter ($)
Images edited with the soft filter can be given a fuzzy effect and saved.

8
Editing/Settings• Brightness Filter (&)
Images edited with the brightness filter can be brightened or darkened
and saved.

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1
2

Press the MENU button in Playback mode.

3

Press the four-way controller (5).

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital
Filter].
The digital filter setup screen will be displayed.

4

Use the four-way controller (45) to select the image youwant to edit.

5

Press the four-way controller (23)to select the desired digital filter.

100-0001

The filtered image will be displayed on the
LCD monitor.
MENU Exit OK OK• Operations available with the brightness filter [&]Zoom/f/y button (x)Makes image brighter.
Zoom/f/y button (w)Makes the image darker.

6
7
8

Press the OK button.
Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite]
or [Save as].
Press the OK button.
The image edited with the digital filters will be saved.

8
Editing/Settings
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Camera Settings

Camera Settings
How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

Exit OK OK

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Formatting an SD Memory Card
Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card.
• Do not open the card cover while the SD Memory Card is being
formatted. The card may be damaged and become unusable.
• SD Memory Cards formatted on a PC or device other than the camera
cannot be used. Be sure to format the card with the camera.
• Please note that formatting will delete protected images as well.

Select [Format] on the [B Set-up] menu.

3
4

Select [Format] with the four-way controller (2).

Press the four-way controller (5).
The format screen is displayed.

Press the OK button.
Formatting begins. When formatting is complete, the camera is readyto take a picture.

9
Camera Settings

1
2

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How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

Exit OK OK

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Changing the Sound Settings
You can change the volume of the start-up sound, shutter sound,
operation sounds, and self-timer sound. You can also change the typeof each sound.
Changing the volume

1
2

Select [Sound] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Sound screen will be displayed.

9
Camera Settings
98

Sound
VolumeStart-up Sound
Shutter Sound
Operation Sound
Self-timer Sound

1
1
1
On
MENU Exit OK OK

3

Use the four-way controller (45) tochange the volume.

4

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

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Changing the type of start-up, shutter, operation, or self-timer sound1
2

Select [Sound] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Sound screen will be displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (23) and select the typeof sound you wish to change.

4

Use the four-way controller (45) to change between [1],[2], [3] and [OFF].
You can select either [ON] or [OFF] for the self-timer sound.
Each sound will play as you switch through them.

5

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

Setting a sound the camera has recorded as the start-up sound,shutter sound, operations sounds or self-timer sound (customize).
You can set sounds that you recorded using Voice Recording Mode or
Voice memo (sound file) as the start-up sound, shutter sound,
operations sounds or self-timer sound.

1
2

Select [Sound] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Sound screen will be displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (23) and select the typeof sound you wish to change.

4

Press the O button
The Customize screen will be displayed.

Press the four-way controller (45)and select the sound file you wish
to set.

File No.
100-0270

The type of sound file will de displayed in the[File No.]. Press the four-way controller tocheck the sound.

6

Press the OK button 3 times

MENU Exit OK OK

Camera Settings

5

9

The camera is ready for capture or playback.
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How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

Exit OK OK

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Changing the Date Style and Date / TimeYou can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set thedate display style. Choose from yy/mm/dd, mm/dd/yy, and dd/mm/yy.

1
2

Select [Date Adjust] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Date Adjust screen is displayed.
See “Initial Settings (p.22)” for instructions on setting the date andtime.

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Setting World Time
The date and time set in “Initial Settings (p.22)” are the Home Time (yourusual time zone) setting.
Setting World Time enables you to display the local date and time on themonitor when traveling overseas.

1
2

Select [World Time] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).

World Time

The World Time screen will be displayed.

3

4

Switch O (On) and P (Off) with thefour-way controller (45).
O: The time in the country selected in World

NYC 07:18
NYC 07:18
MENU Exit OK OK

Time will be displayed.
P: The time in the country selected in Home Time will be displayed.

Press the four-way controller (3).
If New York is selected as the world time city, then the cross-shapedline is located in New York on the world map, and then X indicates thecurrent time in New York (NYC).

5

Use the four-way controller (45) to select the WorldTime city and press the four-way controller (3).

6

Set the daylight saving time to On (Y) or Off (Z) with thefour-way controller (45).

7

Press the four-way controller (3).
New York (NYC) is selected as the Home Time city [] at first.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to change the Home Time city andDaylight Saving Time setting.

9

Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images with the time inthe selected city.
See the list on p.111 for available cities and their codes.

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How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

Exit OK OK

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Changing the Display Language
You can change the language of the menus and error messages.

1
2

Select [Language/] on the [B Set-up] menu.

Press the four-way controller (5).
The Language Settings screen is displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (2345) to change thelanguage.

4

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

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Setting Transfer Mode When a USB Connection Is Used
Set the Transfer mode (PC/PictBridge) when a USB connection is used.

1
2
3

Select [USB Connection] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between[PC] and [PictBridge].
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

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Changing the Start-up Screen
You can display an image recorded with the camera as the welcome
screen when the camera is turned on.

1
2

Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Screen Setting screen will be displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (5).
The screen for changing the start-up screen
will be displayed.

4
5
6
7

Press the four-way controller (45)to select O (On) or P (Off).
O
P

Change Start-up
Start-up Screen

Optio

Image

MENU

Exit OK OK

Displays the start-up screen.
Does not display the start-up screen.

Press the b button.
Use the four-way controller (45) to select the image
you want to display as the start-up screen.
Press the OK button 4 times.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.
Once the start-up screen has been set, it will not be erased even if theoriginal image is deleted or the SD Memory Card is formatted. To delete
the start-up screen, reset the setting. (1p.107)

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How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

Exit OK OK

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Setting the Background ColorThis sets the Menu screen design.

1
2

Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Screen Setting screen will be displayed.

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104

3

Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Backgroundcolor].

4

Press the four-way controller (45) to select thebackground color.
You can select from 6 colors.

5

Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

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Setting Screen Brightness
Set the brightness of the LCD monitor screen.

1
2

Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Screen Setting screen is displayed.

3

Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Brightness
Level].

4

Use the four-way controller (45) to select the desired
brightness.
You can select from seven degrees of brightness.

5

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

Selecting the Video Output Format
You can select the output format (NTSC or PAL) for capturing or playing
back images on a TV monitor.

1
2

Select [Video Out] on the [B Set-up] menu.

3

Press the OK button.

Press the four-way controller (45) to select [NTSC] or[PAL], to match your TV output format.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

Set Quick Delete to On/Off

1
2
3

Select [Quick Delete] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between[On] and [Off].
Press the OK button.

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When Quick Delete is set to [On], the Delete screen is displayed with[Delete] and [All Images & Sounds] selected.

The camera is ready to capture or play back images.
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How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-upRec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering

2288 1712
AWB
Multiple
MENU

FormatSound
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/

Exit OK OK

04/01/2004
On
EnglishMENU

Exit OK OK

Setting Quick Zoom to On or Off
Pressing the Zoom button only once during zoom playback configuresthe camera to play back images at the maximum setting (8x).

123

Select [Quick Zoom] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between[On] and [Off].
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

Setting Quick Start-Up to On or Off
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Camera Settings

Setting Quick Start-up to [On] makes it possible to take start up the camera
and take pictures in Snap mode simply by pressing the shutter releasebutton.

1
2
3

Select [Quick Start-up] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between[On] and [Off].
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

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Setting Auto Power Off
You can set the camera to turn off automatically after a certain length ofinactivity.

1
2
3

Select [Auto Power Off] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45) to select [3 min],[5min], or [Off].
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.
The Auto Power Off function will not work when the USB cable isconnected.

Resetting to Default Settings [Reset]
This resets all settings other than Date/Time, Language, Video Out,
Date Style, and World Time.

1
2
3
4

Select [Reset] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The Reset screen is displayed.

Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Reset].
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

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Setting the Alarm
You can set the alarm to ring at a specified time and display a selected
image.

Playback button
Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Checking the Alarm

1
2

Press the MENU button.
Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed.

3
4

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Alarm].
Press the four-way controller (5).
The list of alarms will be displayed.
Active alarms are indicated by O.

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5

Press the OK button twice.

Alarm
5:30AM

1

Once

2

Off

7:30AM3

Off

12:00PMMENU Exit OK OK

If any alarms are enabled, the camera will be turned off and the alarms
will be set.

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Setting the Alarm

1
2

Press the MENU button.
Press the four-way controller (5).

3
4Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Alarm].
Press the four-way controller (5).
Alarm

5
6
7

8
9
10

The [Q Playback] menu will be displayed.

The list of alarms will be displayed.

Press the four-way controller (23)to select alarm 1, 2, or 3.

5:30AM

1

Once

2

Off

7:30AM3

Off

12:00PMMENU Exit OK OK

Press the four-way controller (5).
The screen for setting the Alarm mode andtime will be displayed.

Alarm

Press the four-way controller (23)to select the number of times thealarm will ring.

1
Once

5:30AM

No Image

Image

MENU Exit OK OK

Everyday : The alarm will ring everyday at
the set time.
Once: The alarm rings once at the set time.
Off: The alarm will not ring.

Press the four-way controller (5).
Press the four-way controller (23) to set the time (hour)
the alarm will ring.
Repeat steps 8 and 9 above to set the alarm time(minute) and set S (Snooze) to O (On) or P (Off).

If the Snooze is set to O, the alarm will ring 5 times at 5-minute intervals.

to be displayed when the alarm rings.

13 Press the OK button.
14 Press the OK button 3 times.

“Alarm was set” is displayed and the camera switches off.
When the camera is turned off and the set time is reached, the alarm willring for one minute. After the alarm turns off, the camera will turn off
automatically.

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11 Press the Z button.
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Turning the Alarm Off

1

To stop the alarm ringing, press any button.
The alarm will stop.
To cancel the Snooze function, press the MENU button and OK button
at the same time.
The alarm will not ring when the camera is turned on.

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Appendix

List of City Names
There are the cities and code numbers available for setting the world
time.
Code
TYO
GUM
SYD
NOU
WLG
AKL
PPG
HNL
ANC
YVR
SFO
LAX
YYC
DEN
MEX
CHI
MIA
YTO
NYC
SCL
CCS
YHZ
BUE
SAO
RIO
MAD
LON
PAR
MIL
ROM
BER

City
Johannesburg
Instanbul
Cairo
Jerusalem
Moscow
JeddahTehranDubai
Karachi
Kabul
Male
Delhi
Colombo
Kathmandu
Dacca
RangoonBangkok
Kuala Lumpur
Vientiane
Singapore
Phnom Penh
Ho chi Minh
JakartaHong Kong
Perth
BeijingShanghai
ManilaTaipei
Seoul
Adelaide

Code
JNB
IST
CAI
JRS
MOW
JED
THR
DXB
KHI
KBL
MLE
DEL
CMB
KTM
DAC
RGN
BKK
KUL
VTE
SIN
PNH
SGN
JKT
HKG
PER
BJS
SHA
MNL
TPE
SEL
ADL

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City
Tokyo
Guam
SydneyNoumeaWellington
Auckland
Pagopago
Honolulu
Anchorage
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Calgary
DenverMexico City
Chicago
Miami
Toronto
New York
Santiago
CaracasHalifax
Buenos Aires
Sao Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
MadridLondonParis
MilanoRomeBerlin111

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Messages
The following messages may be displayed on the LCD monitor during
camera operation.
Alarm setBattery depleted
Camera cannot display
this image
Card locked
Card not formatted

Compression error
Data being recorded
Data error
Deleting
Formatting
Image folder could not
be created
Image protected
Memory card error
Memory card fullNo card in camera

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No image & soundNo inkThis is displayed when the alarm is set and the camera isabout to be automatically turned off.
The battery is exhausted.Replace the battery.(p.13)
You are trying to play back an image not supported by thiscamera.You may be able to display this on a PC or anotherbrand of camera.
The SD Memory Card is write protected. (p.19)
The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or
has been formatted on a PC or other device and is notcompatible with the camera.(p.97)
Compression of the image you captured has failed.Change
the recorded pixels or quality level, and take a picture again.
The image/voice recording is being recorded on the SD
Memory Card.
Displayed when the printer was unable to process the data
in PictBridge mode.
An images or sound on the SD Memory Card is being
deleted.
The SD Memory Card is being formatted.
The maximum file number has been used, and no more
images or sound can be saved.Insert a new SD Memory
Card or format the card.(p.16, 97)
This is displayed when you try to delete a protected image.
Shooting and playback are impossible due to a problem
with the SD Memory Card.Try displaying it on a PC.
The SD Memory Card memory is full and no more images
or sound can be saved.Insert a new SD Memory Card ordelete unwanted images or sound.(p.16, 79)
You may be able to save the image by changing the quality
level or recorded pixels.(p.40, 41)
An SD Memory Card has not been inserted into thecamera.(p.16)
There are no images or sound saved in the SD Memory
Card that can be played back.
Displayed when the printer is out of ink in PictBridge mode.

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No paperPrinter error
Setting being recorded
Settings not stored

Displayed when the printer is out of paper in PictBridge
mode.
Displayed when a printer error occurs in PictBridge mode.
The image/sound protect settings or DPOF settings arebeing changed.
The SD Memory Card is full, and no more DPOF settings
can be made.Delete any unwanted images or sound and try
to make the settings again.

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Troubleshooting

Problem
Cause
The camera will No batteries are
not turn on.
installed.
Battery/card cover is
open.
Battery is installed
incorrectly.

RemedyCheck whether battery is installed. If not,install battery.
Close the battery/card cover.

Check polarity of battery.Reinsert battery
according to the +- symbols in thebattery compartment.(p.13)
Battery is exhausted.
Install new batteries in the camera or use
the AC adapter.
No image on
Camera is connected to The LCD monitor is always turned off
the LCD
PC with USB cable.
when the camera is connected to a PC.
monitorCamera is connected to The LCD monitor is always turned offTV.
when the camera is connected to a TV.
Image is displayed but Images on the LCD monitor may be hard
hard to see.
to see when taking pictures outside insunlight.
Shutter release Flash is charging.
While the flash status lamp is blinking red,button will not
the flash is being charged and a picture
work.
cannot be taken.The lamp lights red whencharging is complete.
SD Memory Card is full. Insert an SD Memory Card that is not full,or delete unwanted images.(p.16, 79)
Camera is recording.
Please wait until recording is finished.

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Problem
Out of focus

Cause
Subject is difficult for
Autofocus to handle.

RemedySubjects difficult for Autofocus include
those with low contrast (blue skies, whitewalls), dark objects, fine-patterned
objects, fast-moving objects, andlandscapes seen through a window ornet.Focus on something at the same
distance as your subject, lock the focus(by pressing shutter release button
halfway), aim at your subject, and press
shutter release button fully.
Subject is not in
Position focusing target within the frame
Focusing Area
(Focusing Area) at the center of the LCD
screen.If your subject is not within the
Focusing area, first focus on your subject
within the AF area, lock the focus (bypressing shutter release button halfway),then reframe your picture as desired, andpress shutter release button fully.
Subject is too close.
Set the Focus mode to q. (p.37)
The Focus mode is set When the Focus mode is set to q, normal
to q.
range pictures will be out of focus.
Picture is dark. Subject is too far away in If the subject is too far away, the image willa dark environment
be dark.Take the picture within the flash(night-scenes, etc.).
range.
Background is dark.
When taking a picture of a person against
a dark background, the person may
appear clearly while the backgroundappears dark because the flash does notreach the background.If you select the /or & mode on the virtual dial screen, boththe person and the night-scene will beclear. (p.50)
Flash does not The Flash mode is set to Set to Auto or b(p.39)
discharge.
Off.
The Capture mode is set The flash will not discharge in theseto C, Continuousmodes.
Shooting, or s mode or
the Flash mode is set toG.

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Main Specifications

Model

Fully-automatic compact weather-resistant (JIS class5/class7) digital stillcamera with housed zoom lens

Effective Pixels

4 megapixels

Sensor

4.23 megapixels (total pixels), 1/2.7 inch interline transfer CCD with a
primary color filter

Recorded Pixels

Still

2288x1712 pixels, 1600x1200 pixels,
1024x768 pixels, 640x480 pixels

Movingpicture640x480 pixels, 320x240 pixels, 160x120 pixels

Sensitivity

Auto, Manual (Equivalent to ISO50, ISO100, ISO200, and ISO400)

File Format

Still

JPEG (Exif2.2), DCF, DPOF, PRINT Image Matching II

MovingpictureMOV (QuickTime Motion JPEG), about 15 fps, 30 fps, soundadded, possible to switch between full color, sepia, andblack and white

Quality Level

Best, Better, Good

Storage Medium

SD Memory Card

Image Storage Capacity
Still picture
Quality Level
Recorded Pixels
2288×1712
1600×1200
1024×768
640×480Best

BetterGood

Voice
recording

5
11
25
53

10
20
45
82

15
27
56
100

30 min.

Moving picture
Frame rate
Recorded Pixels
640×480
320×240
160×120White BalanceLens

30 frames/sec.

15 frames/sec.

10 sec.
20 sec.
80 sec.

25 sec.
40 sec.
150 sec.

• Exposure capacity when using a 16MB SD Memory Card.
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent light, Manual
Focal Length

5.7mm - 16mm (Equivalent to 37 - 104mm in 35mm
format)10

Max. aperture

f/2.8 - f/3.9

AppendixLens Composition

10 elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical lenses)

Zoom TypeElectrically driven

Capture Range

16.8mm × 12.4mm (full screen) (Using macro modeor manual focus at max. WIDE position)

Capture Mode

Max 4× (Combines with 2.8× optical zoom toprovide zoom equivalent to 11.2× max.)

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Viewfinder

Type
Magnification

Real optical zoom viewfinder
Wide 0.3×, Tele 0.71×

LCD monitor

1.6-inch TFT color LCD, 85 kilopixels

Playback Functions

Single-frame, 9-frame index, zoom (max. 8×), scroll, slideshow, movie
playback, sound playback, histogram display, trimming, resize, digital filters

Autofocus systemType

TTL contrast detection by sensor

Capture Range(From lens front)

Normal: 0.3m - ∞ (full zoom range)
Macro: 0.01m - 0.5m (Wide)
Infinity-landscape: ∞ (full zoom range)

Focus LockBy pressing the shutter release button halfway

Manual Focus

0.01m - ∞ (Wide), 0.2m - ∞ (Tele)

Exposure Mechanism

AE Metering

TTL metering by sensor (multi-segment, centerweighted, spot)

EV Compensation±2EV (Can be set in 1/3EV steps)

Capture Modes

Program, Picture mode, Moving Picture, Panorama Assist, Voice
RecordingMoving Picture

Recording time by vacant memory

Shutter

Model

Electronic/Mechanical shutter

Speed

Approx. 1/2000 sec - 4 sec.

Model

Automatic flash with red-eye reduction function

Flash Modes

Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto+Red-eye reduction,
Flash On+Red-eye reduction

Capture Range

Wide Approx. 0.1m - 2.9m w/Sensitivity AUTO
Tele Approx. 0.5m - 2.1m w/Sensitivity AUTO

Flash

Drive Modes

Single-frame Shooting, Self-timer Shooting, Continuous Shooting, Multi
Continuous Shooting, Interval Shooting

Self-timer

Electrically controlled, operation time approx. 10 seconds

Time function

World Time settings for 62 cities (28 time zones)

Power Supply

Lithium battery CR-V3, two AA batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium),
AC Adapter (optional)

Battery Life

Approx. 500
imagesI/O Ports

USB/AV terminal (PC communication USB1.1), external power supply
terminal(with 50% of shooting using flash, and using lithium
battery CR-V3)
Note: Based on PENTAX measuring conditions.

Video Output Format

NTSC/PAL

Direct print

PictBridgeSize

81.5 (W) × 76 (H) × 30.5 (D) mm (excluding protruding parts)
160 g (excluding batteries and SD Memory Card)

Weight when shooting

208 g (including batteries and SD Memory Card)

Accessories

AA batteries (2), AV cable, USB cable, software (CD-ROM), strap, 16MB
SD Memory Card, operating manual

Water resistantEquivalent to JIS Class 5 and 7

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Weight117

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Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are available for this camera.
AC Adapter D-AC5
USB Cable I-USB7 (*)
AV Cable I-AVC7 (*)
Strap O-ST5 (*)

Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as items included withthe camera.

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WARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic
distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanshipfor a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, anddefective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided theequipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage,mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary tooperating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The
manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair oralterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable fordamages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential
damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship orotherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its
representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or
implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No
refunds will be made on repairs by nonauthorized PENTAX service facilities.

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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any PENTAX which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should
be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the
manufacturer. If there are no representativesof the manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, withpostage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before theequipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures
required. If the equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts
replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you uponcompletion of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty, regularcharges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping charges
are to be borne by the owner. If your PENTAX was purchased outside of thecountry where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular
handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s
representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your PENTAX returned tothe manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure andwarranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance
fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase whenrequired, 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 surethat you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized representatives or theirapproved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer.

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Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept thequoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing.
• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.
• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in somecountries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommendthat you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the timeof purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more
information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.

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The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Community.

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For customers in USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes ormodifications not approved by the party responsible for compliancecould void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or moreof the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the CanadianInterference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet apareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences duRèglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Community.

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Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 forClass B Personal Computers and Peripherals
We:

PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.

Located at: 600 12 th Street, Suite 300,
Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A
Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein,complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital
device. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit
tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records
maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced
can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity
production and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR§2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for
ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR§15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name:PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Model Number:

Optio 43WR

Contact person:

Customer Service Manager

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Issued Date and Place:

March, 2004, Colorado

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Index
A
AC Adapter ........................................... 15
AE Metering .......................................... 45
Alarm ................................................... 108
Auto Power Off .................................... 107
Autofocus .............................................. 37
AV cable ................................................ 84

B
Background Color ............................... 104
Battery ................................................... 13
Battery Level Indicator .......................... 14
Battery/card cover ................................. 10
Best ....................................................... 17
Better .................................................... 17
Brightness Filter .................................... 95

C
Capture Mode ....................................... 36
Card check ............................................ 20
Color Filter ............................................ 95
Color Mode ........................................... 65
Continuous Playback ............................ 77
Continuous Shooting ............................. 56
Contrast ................................................ 49

D
D.S.T. .................................................... 23
Date Adjust ......................................... 100
Date/Time ............................................. 24
DC input terminal .................................. 10
Delete a Displayed Image ..................... 29
Delete All Data ...................................... 81
Delete button ......................................... 31
Delete Images ....................................... 79
Digital Filter ........................................... 95
Digital Zoom .......................................... 60
DPOF .................................................... 85

E
Editing ................................................... 92
EV Compensation ................................. 61
Fast Forward Movie .............................. 67
Flash ............................................... 10, 39
Flash button .......................................... 30
Flash status lamp ............................ 10, 27
Flash/Protect button .............................. 11

G
Good ...................................................... 17
Guide display ......................................... 11

H
Home Time .......................................... 101
Home Town ........................................... 23

I
Image Quality ........................................ 17
Infinity-landscape .................................. 37
Initial Settings ........................................ 22
Instant Review ....................................... 27
Interval Shoot ........................................ 57

L
Language ...................................... 22, 102
LCD Brightness ................................... 105
LCD monitor .......................................... 10
Lens ....................................................... 10
Light Metering Range ............................ 45

M
Macro .................................................... 37
Manual Focus .................................. 37, 38
Memory ................................................. 68
MENU button ............................. 11, 30, 31
Menu List ............................................... 34
Messages ............................................ 112
Microphone ............................................ 10
Moving Picture Mode ............................. 62
Multi Continuous Shooting .................... 56

N
Next Images .......................................... 28
Nine-image Display ............................... 76
Number of Capture ................................ 14
Number of Shots ................................... 18

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F

Focus button .......................................... 30
Focus frame .......................................... 27
Focus Mode ........................................... 37
Focus status lamp ................................. 27
Focus/Delete button .............................. 11
Focusing Area ....................................... 44
Focusing conditions ............................... 27
Format ................................................... 97
Four-way controller .................... 11, 30, 31
Frame Rate ........................................... 66

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OK button .................................. 11, 30, 31
Operation sounds .................................. 98
Optional Accessories .......................... 118

P
Panorama ............................................. 53
Panorama Assist ................................... 53
Picture Mode ......................................... 51
Pixel Size .............................................. 17
Playback ............................................... 28
Playback button ........................ 11, 30, 31
Playback Menu ..................................... 34
Playback Mode ..................................... 36
Playback Movie ..................................... 78
Playback Sound .................................... 71
Playback Time ...................................... 14Power switch ................................... 10, 20
Press down fully(Shutter Release Button) ...................... 27
Press halfway(Shutter Release Button) ...................... 27
Previous Images ................................... 28
Printer ................................................... 88
Printing Service ..................................... 85
Program Mode ...................................... 50
Protect ................................................... 82
Protect button ........................................ 31

Q
Quality Level ......................................... 41
Quick Delete ....................................... 105
Quick Start-Up .................................... 106
Quick Zoom ......................................... 106

R
Rec.Mode Menu .................................... 34
Recorded Pixels .............................. 40, 64
Recording Sound .................................. 70
Reset ................................................... 107
Resize ................................................... 92

S

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Saturation .............................................. 48
Screen Brightness ............................... 105
SD Memory Card ............................ 16, 19
Self-Timer ............................................. 55
Self-timer lamp ...................................... 10
Self-timer sound .................................... 98
Sensitivity .............................................. 46
Setting the Menu ................................... 32
Set-up Menu ......................................... 35
Sharpness ............................................. 47

Shutter release button ..................... 10, 27
Shutter sound ........................................ 98
Slideshow .............................................. 77
Soft Filter ............................................... 95
Sound .................................................... 98
Speaker ................................................. 10
Start-up Screen ................................... 103
Start-up sound ....................................... 98
Status lamp ........................................... 10
Strap ...................................................... 12
Strap lug ................................................ 10

T
Taking Moving Pictures ......................... 62
Taking Still Pictures ............................... 26
Tele ....................................................... 59
Terminal cover ....................................... 10
Trimming ............................................... 94
Tripod socket ......................................... 10
TV .......................................................... 84

U
USB/AV output terminal ........................ 10

V
Video Output Format ........................... 105
Viewfinder .............................................. 10
Virtual mode dial .................................... 36
Voice button .............................. 11, 30, 31
Voice memo .......................................... 72
Voice Message ...................................... 73
Voice Recording .................................... 70

W
Water-resistant ........................................ 3
Water-resistant packing ......................... 10
White Balance ....................................... 42
Wide ...................................................... 59
World time ................................... 101, 111
Write-protect switch ............................... 19

Z
Zoom ..................................................... 59
Zoom button .............................. 11, 30, 31
Zoom Display ........................................ 75

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PENTAX Corporation

2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639,
JAPAN(http://www.pentax.co.jp/)
PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters)
Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg,
GERMANY(HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com)(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)
PENTAX U.K. Limited
PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough,Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.
(http://www.pentax.co.uk)
PENTAX France S.A.S.
12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil
Cedex, FRANCEPENTAX Benelux B.V.
(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)
PENTAX (Schweiz) AG
Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon,
SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch)
PENTAX Scandinavia AB P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN(http://www.pentax.se)
PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
600 12th Street, Suite 300,
Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A(http://www.pentax.com)
PENTAX Canada Inc.
1770 Argentia Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7
CANADA(http://www.pentaxcanada.ca)
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