Digital Camera

Operating ManualFor optimum camera performance,
please read the Operating Manual
before using the camera.

Thank you for buying the PENTAX Optio 33L Digital Camera. Please
read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of
all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be avaluable tool in helping you to understand all the camera's capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the Optio 33L 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 wherelimitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during
demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display. Images taken withthe purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of
use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken
here also.
Regarding trademarks• CompactFlash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation.
• 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
their respective companies.
• The USB driver uses software developed by inSilicon Corporation.
Copyright © 2002 inSilicon Corporation. All rights reserved.
• This product supports PRINT Image Matching II.
When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital stillcameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images morefaithful to their intentions.
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 of that the camera may
not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations
generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is
99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may
not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has noeffect on the recorded image.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD
monitor in this manual are different form the actual product.

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

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 smallchildren do not hang the strap over their necks.
• Always use the AC adapter specified exclusively for this product, with thespecified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to thisproduct, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power orvoltage 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 yournearest 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
the battery. 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 thiscamera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins
to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low
temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.
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Handling the Camera• Always confirm that the camera is working properly when the camera has notbeen used for a long time, or before important occasions (weddings, trips,etc.). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurredfor 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 andstore in a dry and well-ventilated location.
• This camera is not waterproof, and cannot be used in the rain or where thecamera could get wet.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use acushion 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 maintainhigh performance.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside andoutside 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 a CF Card” (p.16) for details on the compact flash
memory card (CF Card).
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause breakage or
malfunction.
• When you rotate the LCD monitor, please rotate it carefully in the correct direction,and do not apply excessive force. This could damage your camera.

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Contents
FOR YOUR SAFETY ....................................................................................... 3
Handling the Camera ....................................................................................... 4Contents........................................................................................................... 5Contents of This Manual .................................................................................. 7
Checking Package Contents............................................................................ 8
Names of Parts ................................................................................................ 9Names of Operating Parts ............................................................................. 10

Getting Started

11

Attaching the Strap ............................................................................................. 11Powering the Camera.......................................................................................... 12
Installing the Batteries.................................................................................... 12
Using the AC Adapter .................................................................................... 14
Installing/Removing the CF Card....................................................................... 15
Rotating the LCD Monitor (Rotate LCD)............................................................ 17
Initial Settings...................................................................................................... 18
Setting the Display Language ........................................................................ 18
Setting the Home Town ................................................................................. 18
Setting the D.S.T. Mode................................................................................. 19
Setting the Video Output Format ................................................................... 19
Setting the Date and Time ............................................................................. 20

Quick Start

22

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................22
Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................24
Playing Back Images ..................................................................................... 24
Playing Back Previous or Next Images.......................................................... 24

Using Your CF Card ............................................................................26
Common Operations
29

Turning the Camera On and Off......................................................................... 29
Playback Only Mode ...................................................................................... 29
Using Button Functions...................................................................................... 30
Capture Mode ................................................................................................ 30
Playback Mode .............................................................................................. 31
Setting the Menus ............................................................................................... 32
How to Set the Menus.................................................................................... 32
Menu List ....................................................................................................... 34

Taking Pictures

36

Setting the Capture Functions ........................................................................... 36
Changing Focus Settings............................................................................... 36
Selecting the Flash Mode .............................................................................. 38
Selecting the Recorded Pixels ....................................................................... 39
Selecting the Quality Level ............................................................................ 40
Adjusting the White Balance .......................................................................... 41
Setting the Focusing Area.............................................................................. 43
Setting the Light Metering Range .................................................................. 44
Setting Sensitivity........................................................................................... 45
Setting the Instant Review Time .................................................................... 46
Setting Image Sharpness............................................................................... 46
Setting Color Saturation................................................................................. 47
Setting the Image Contrast ............................................................................ 47
Switching Between Modes ................................................................................. 48

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Switching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode ................................ 48
Selecting the Capture Mode .......................................................................... 48
Taking Pictures.................................................................................................... 49
Program Mode ............................................................................................... 49
Picture Mode.................................................................................................. 50
Taking Self-Portraits ...................................................................................... 52
Taking Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ..................................................... 53
Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) ................................................ 54
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode) .................................... 56
Taking 3D Pictures (3D Image Mode)............................................................ 58
Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode)................................. 63
Automatically Change Capture Conditions (Auto Bracket Mode) .................. 64
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Shooting).............. 66
Using the Self-Timer ...................................................................................... 67
Using the Zoom.............................................................................................. 68
EV Compensation .......................................................................................... 70
Saving the Settings ............................................................................................. 72
Saving the Menu Items (Memory).................................................................. 72

Playback/Deleting

74

Playing Back Images........................................................................................... 74
Playing Back Still Pictures ............................................................................. 74
Zoom Playback .............................................................................................. 74
Playing Back Movie Pictures.......................................................................... 75
Nine Image Display........................................................................................ 76
Slideshow....................................................................................................... 77
Deleting Images................................................................................................... 78
Deleting a Single Image................................................................................. 78
Deleting All Images ........................................................................................ 78
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ..................................................... 79
Viewing Images on a TV ..................................................................................... 80
Printing Service Settings (DPOF) ...................................................................... 81
Single Image Settings .................................................................................... 81
Settings for All Images ................................................................................... 83

Settings

84

Camera Settings.................................................................................................. 84
Formatting a CF card ..................................................................................... 84
Changing the Display Language.................................................................... 85
Changing the Date Style and Date/Time ....................................................... 85
Selecting the Video Output Format ................................................................ 86
Turning the Operation Sound On and Off ...................................................... 86
Setting World Time ........................................................................................ 87
Setting the Display Mode ............................................................................... 88
Screen Effect ................................................................................................. 90
Setting the Background Color ........................................................................ 90
Setting Auto Power Off .................................................................................. 91
Setting LCD Monitor Brightness..................................................................... 91
Resetting to Default Settings [Reset] ............................................................. 91

Appendix

92

List of City Names ............................................................................................... 92
Messages ............................................................................................................. 93
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 94
Optional Accessories.......................................................................................... 96
Main Specifications............................................................................................. 97
WARRANTY POLICY ........................................................................................... 99

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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. It also explains how to use the CF card.

1

2

3

3 Common Operations
Explains common operations such as button functions and using themenus. See “Taking Pictures”, “Playback/Deleting”, and “Settings” chaptersfor 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 Playback/Deleting
Explains how to play back images on the camera or a TV, and how todelete.

6 Settings

5

6

7

Explains setting camera functions.

7 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting, and introduces accessories sold separately.

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.
A, Picture
Icons for functions available in a capture mode are shown at theMode, B, C,
G, D , F, l beginning of a section.

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Checking Package Contents

CameraOptio 33L

Strap
O-ST5(∗)

Software(CD-ROM)
S-SW8

Video cable
I-VC2(∗)

USB cable
I-USB2(∗)

3D image viewer
O-3DV1

Lithium battery
CR-V3

LCD monitor hood

Operating Manual(this manual)(PC Connection Manual)Viewing Your Digital
Camera Images
On Your PC

Operating Manual(PC Connecting Manual)∗ Items marked with an asterisk are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, see “Optional Accessories” (p.96).
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Names of Parts
Front
Shutter release button
Power switch
Self-timer lamp
Flash
Terminal cover

USB/Video terminal
DC input terminal

Lens

Back
LCD monitor

Strap lug
CF card coverBattery cover

Tripod socket
LCD monitor hood installation
holes

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Names of Operating Partsb /Z button) button

Shutter release button

Zoom f/y button
Playback Q button
OK button

Four-way controller (2345)
MENU button
Flash status lamp (red)Guide display
A button operation guide is displayed on the LCD monitor during
operation.
The buttons are indicated as shown below.
Four-waycontroller (2)Four-waycontroller (3)Four-waycontroller (4)Four-waycontroller (5)OK button

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2

MENU button

3
4

Zoom f/y button(Digital zoom and magnified playback
only)

5

i button
Z buttony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

1
Getting Started(Using CR-V3)(Using AA batteries)

Installing the Batteries
Install batteries in the camera. Use one CR-V3, or use two AA lithium
batteries, AA Ni-MH batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.

1

Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated, 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 kit
D-AC5. ( 1p.14).
• CR-V3 (battery included), AA lithium batteries, and AA alkaline
batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the
power switch 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.20).
• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted backwards can cause acamera breakdown.

12Number of Captures and Playback Time (room temperature, newbatteries)
Number of recordable images

Playback time

Approx. 650

Approx. 450

Approx. 400

Approx. 300

Approx. 270

Approx. 200

Approx. 70

Approx. 70• These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. May vary bycapture 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.
• AA alkaline batteries may not adequately handle all the camera
functions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies.
• When traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when
you will be taking a lot of pictures, please have extra batteries ready.

1
Getting Started

With the flash
fired for 50% of
the shots

CR-V3
AA lithium
AA Ni-MHAA alkaline

Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level on the LCD monitor.
#(lit green): Plenty of battery power(lit yellow): Battery running low(lit red): Battery almost gone

↓

$
↓

%
↓

[Battery Depleted]: 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 kit 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 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 on the CF card will corrupt yourdata.
• 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 CF Card1

CF card eject button

Getting Started
Captured images are recorded on the compact flash (CF) card. Make
sure the camera is turned off before installing or removing a CF card
(market product).
Installing1

Slide the CF card cover in the
open.

2

Insert the card all the way with the CF card label (or 2symbol) toward the lens.

3

Close the CF card cover.

direction, and flip

Removing

1

Slide the CF card cover in the
open.

2
3

Press the CF card eject button and remove the card.

direction, and flip

Close the CF card cover.
• If the CF card cover is opened with the power on, a warning willsound and the camera will automatically be turned off.
• If the CF card cover is opened while saving an image, the save isinterrupted (the image is not saved).

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• Approximate Number of Shots, Recorded Pixels, and Quality
LevelsBest

BetterGood

Movie images

C

D

E

(320 × 240)

2048 × 1536

8

16

33

1600 × 1200
1024 × 768

13
24

27
50

60
89

640 × 480

50

89

128

Quality Level

1

Recorded Pixels

Getting Started

30 sec × 2 sets

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

Precautions When Using a CF Card
• Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the CF card cover.
• The CF card may be hot when removed immediately after camera use. Please be
careful.
• Never open the CF card cover or turn off the camera while recording data on the
CF card, during image playback, or while connected to a PC with a USB cable.
This could cause data loss or card damage.
• Do not bend the CF 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. See“Formatting a CF card” (p.84) for formatting.
• Never open the CF card cover while formatting a CF card. The card may bedamaged beyond use.
• Data saved on a CF card may be erased under the following conditions.
PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding erased data.
• When the user mishandles the CF card
• When the CF card is placed in a location with static electricity or electricalinterference• When the card is not used for a long time
• When the card, the AC adapter, or battery is removed while recording or reading
data on the CF card
• The CF card has a limited life. The stored data may become unreadable after long
periods of disuse. Please periodically backup important data 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.

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Rotating the LCD Monitor (Rotate LCD)

• Pull the LCD monitor upward.

1
Getting Started

You can rotate the LCD monitor 180° vertically or horizontally.
The screen display will change with the rotation of the LCD monitor.
When taking your self-portrait, you can check the screen while you takethe picture.The screen display changes with the rotation of the LCD
monitor (mirror image).

• You can rotate the monitor 180° horizontally.

• When the LCD monitor is hard to see, such as in bright sunlight, install the
supplied LCD monitor hood.

When your digital camera is not in use, protect your LCD monitor byrotating it to the back (PENTAX logo is on the front) for storage.
• When attaching or removing the LCD monitor hood, please return the
LCD monitor to its stowed position, to prevent undue force on the
LCD monitor rotation hinge.
• When rotating the LCD monitor, do not apply excessive force.
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Initial Settings

1

Power switch

Getting Started

Flash lamp (red)Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

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 and Japanese.

12Turn the camera on.
Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the display language.

Initial Setting
Language/
City
DST
Video Out

EnglishNYC
NTSC

The default setting is English.

3

Press the four-way controller (3).

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“Changing the Display Language” (p.85).

Setting the Home Town
You can choose the city (Home Town) in which you will use the camera.

1

Press the four-way controller (45) toselect the desired city (Home Town).

Initial Setting
Language/
City
DST
Video Out

MENU

18

Exit

English
NYC
NTSC

OK

Ok

2

Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for setting the next item will be displayed.

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 O (On) or P (Off).
The default setting is P (Off).

2

1
Getting Started• See p.92 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.87).

Initial Setting
Language/
City
DST
Video Out

EnglishNYC
NTSC

Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for setting the next item will be
displayed.

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Setting World Time” (p.87).

Setting the Video Output Format
You can choose the output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking or
playing back pictures using a TV monitor.

1

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect the video output format.
The default setting is NTSC.

2

Initial Setting
Language/
City
DST
Video Out

EnglishNYC
NTSC

Press the Playback/OK button.
The screen for setting the date and time will be
displayed.

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Selecting the Video Output Format” (p.86).

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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) toselect the date and time display style.

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
01 / 01 /2003
00:00

2

MENU

Press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below "24h".

Exit

OK

Ok

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
01 / 01 /2003
00:00

3

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

4

Press the four-way controller (5).
23 is displayed above and below the month.

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
01 / 01 /2003
00:00

5

MENU

Press the four-way controller (23) tochange the month.

Exit

OK

Ok

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
03 / 01 /2003
00:00
MENU

6

Press the four-way controller (5).
23 are displayed above and below the date.

Exit

OK

Ok

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
03 / 01 /2003
00:00
MENU

20

Exit

OK

Ok

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Press the four-way controller (23) to
set the date and press the four-way
controller (5) again.

Date Adjust
Date Style: mm/dd/yy 24h
03 / 20 /2003

23 are displayed above and below the year.

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

9

Press the OK button.

MENU

Exit

OK

1
Ok

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

Getting Started

8

00:00

• If you press the MENU button before initial settings are complete,your settings will be cancelled, but you can take pictures. If thishappens, the Initial Settings screen is displayed the next time thecamera is turned on.
• Your settings can be changed later from the Menu screen. To accessthe menu, see “Changing the Date Style and Date/Time” (p.85)

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Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures
Power switch
Shutter release button

2
Quick Start

Zoom f/y button

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.
The focus frame at the center of the LCD
screen indicates the zone of automatic
focusing. Press the Zoom button to change thesize of the subject.
x Subject becomes bigger.
w Subject becomes smaller.

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Focus frame

Press the shutter release button.
The captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor for 0.5 seconds(instant review). The image is saved on the CF card (The red lamp
blinks while saving).

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Pressing the Shutter Release Button
The shutter release button works in two steps.

2
Quick Start• Press halfway
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 whenpressing the shutter release button halfway.
• The following information is shown on the LCD monitor and flash
status lamp.
1. Focus frame
The frame lights green when focused. It is not displayed when out offocus.
2. Flash lamp status
Lit
Blink

Flash status lamp (red)Flash is ready
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 apicture.
Instant Review
The Instant Review default setting is 0.5 sec.
• Pressing the i button during Instant Review displays the Deletemenu.
• Select [Delete] and press the OK button to delete the image.
Setting the Instant Review Time 1 p.46

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Quick Start

Playing Back Still Pictures
i 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.
The captured image is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Pressing the four-way controller(3) will rotate
the image 90°, 180°, and 270°.
You can display images taken vertically foreasy viewing.

100-0030

1/100
F2.6

03/20/2003
11:20

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.

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Playback button

2

Four-way controller

Quick Start

OK button
LCD monitor

Deleting a Displayed Image
While the image is displayed, press the ibutton to display the Delete screen. Press thefour-way controller (2) to select Delete, andpress OK. The image is deleted.
Press the Playback button again, or press the
shutter release button halfway to return tocapture mode.

Delete(One)
DeleteCancel100-0107
All

OK

Ok

• 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 movie pictures, the first frame is displayed.
• If no images are stored, the “No Image” message is displayed.
Zoom Playback 1 p.74

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Quick Start

Using Your CF Card2

Pictures taken with this camera are recorded on thecompact flash (CF) card. You can view the pictures
recorded on the CF card on the camera itself,
transfer them to your PC, or print them.

Quick Start

Viewing Images on the Camera
One advantage of a digital camera is that you cancheck the picture as soon as you take it. You cancheck the composition and brightness, and take apicture again if you are not satisfied.

Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.74

Viewing Images on a TV
Displaying your pictures on a TV is handy for those group occasions.
To view the images, connect your camera to the TV with the video
cable.
Viewing Images on a TV 1 p.80

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Viewing Images on a PC

1 Booklet: Viewing Your Digital Camera Images On
Your PC

2
Quick Start

You only install the USB driver the very first time. After that, you simply
connect the camera with the USB cable and read the images into yourPC. You can view your pictures on you PC, or transfer the data and edit
it. Or you can remove the CF card from the camera and transfer thedata with a card reader. On a laptop, you can put a CF card in a card
adapter and insert it into your card slot to transfer the image data.
(When using other equipment to transfer your images from your CF
card, please read the operating manual for your equipment.)

Printing Images at a Printing Service
You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the CF cardwith recorded images to a store with a printing service.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the
number of copies or to include the date. Set these before taking yourcard to a store providing DPOF printing.
Printing Service Settings (DPOF) 1 p.81

27

2

Quick Start

28

Common Operations

Turning the Camera On and Off
Power switch

Playback button

3

Press the power switch.
The camera will turn on. The lens cover opens and the lens extends.
Press the power switch again to turn the camera off.

Playback Only Mode
Turning the camera on while pressing the Playback button activates the
Playback Only mode.
• When the camera is started in Playback Only mode, the lens coverremains closed and the lens does not extend.
• To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, turn thecamera off and then turn it on again.

Common Operations

1

Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.24

29

Using Button Functions

1
2
3
4
5, 6, 78
93
Common Operations

Capture Mode

1
2

3
4
5
6
7
8
9

b button
Changes the flash mode. (1 p.38)) button
Changes the capture mode as follows. (1 p.36)
Macro mode (1 p.36)
Infinity-landscape mode (1 p.36)
Manual focus mode (1 p.36)

Zoom button
Changes the size of the subject. (1 p.68)

Playback button
Switches to Playback mode. (1 p.48)

Four-way controller (45)
Changes the EV compensation. (1 p.70)

Four-way controller (2)Selects continuous shooting mode or self-timer mode. (1 p.66, 67)

Four-way controller (3)Displays the virtual mode dial and changes the capture mode. (1 p.48)

OK button
Selects a menu item.

MENU button
Displays [Rec. Mode] and [Set-up] menus. (1 p.32)

30

1
2
3
4
5, 6, 78
9

1

Z button
Protects the image from deletion. (1 p.79)

2

i button
Deletes the image. (1 p.78)

3Zoom/f/y button
Displays nine images at once when pressed in standard Playback
mode.
Changes the image size on the LCD monitor in Zoom Display mode.
(1 p.74)4

3
Common Operations

Playback Mode

Playback/Q button
Switches to Capture mode.

5

Four-way controller (45)Plays back previous or next image. (1 p.24)

6Four-way controller (2)Sets DPOF settings. (1 p.81)

7

Four-way controller (3)Rotates the displayed image clockwise 90°, 180°, and 270°. (1 p.24)

8

OK button
Selects a menu item.

9

MENU button
Displays Playback and Set-up menus. (1 p.32)
31

Setting the Menus
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

A button operation guide is displayed on the LCD monitor during menu
operation.

Common Operations

1

Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed. The current selection is displayed in aframe.

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

Press the OK button.
This saves the settings and returns to Capture or Playback mode.
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.

32

Example of menu operation (Pressing the MENU button in
Capture mode)

1 MENU button[B Setup] Menu

[A Rec. Mode] Menu

Set-UpRec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode

2048 1536

MENU

Ok

mm/dd/yyEnglishNormal
OK

Exit

Ok

3

2

MENU

Set-Up2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode
MENU

Ok

3

4
Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

EnglishNormalOK

Ok

Selection Screen
White Balance2048 1536

AUTO

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Exit

mm/dd/yyCommon Operations

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

Ok

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

3
Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

Rec.Mode2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
100
OK

Ok

3
Next menu screen
If you press the shutter release button halfway or press the Zoom button toleave a menu screen, your settings will be saved and the camera returns to
Capture mode (or the playback screen in Playback Only mode).
33

Menu List
[A Rec. Mode] Menu{···All changes are valid.
×···Setting changes are invalid.
A
Item

3

Description

Default
Setting

PictureMode BC

Reference

F G
Dl

Common Operations

2048×1536{

Set to320×240

p.39

D

{

×

p.40

White Balance Adjusts color balanceaccording to lighting.

AUTO

{

{

p.41

Focusing Area Changes the area for
autofocus.

Wide

{

×

p.43

Recorded
PixelsSelects the number ofrecorded pixels.

Quality Level

Selects the image
compression rate.

L

{

{

p.44

Sensitivity

Sets the metering method
to determine exposure.
Sets sensitivity.

AUTO

{

×

p.45

Digital Zoom

For taking digital zoom
pictures.

O (on){{

p.69

Sets the Instant Review
Instant Review display time.

0.5s(0.5 sec)

{

{

p.46

{

×

p.51

AE MeteringxSoft Setting

Adjusts the softness for softmode in Picture mode.

(normal)EX. Bracket
Step

Adjusts the bracket amountfor Exposure Auto Bracket.

± 0.3 (EV)

{

×

p.65

WB Bracket
Step

Adjusts the bracket amountfor the White Balance Auto
Bracket.

±1

{

×

p.65

3D ModeSets 3D picture viewing
method.

Parallel(Mode){

×p.58

MemorySaves the Rec. Modesettings when the camera isturned off.

{

×

p.72

Sharpness

Sets the sharpness.

{

×

p.46

{

×

p.47

{

×

p.47

Saturation

Sets the saturation.

Contrast

Sets the contrast.

x(normal)x(normal)x(normal)Items marked with × can be changed on the menu screen, but are notreflected in actual operation.
34

[Q Playback] Menu
Item
Slide Show

Description
Plays recorded images successively.

Default Setting
Reference
3s (3 sec. interval)
p.77[B Set-up] Menu
Default Setting

Reference

FormatItem

Formats a CF card

Description

Cancelp.84

Beep
Date Adjust

Sets the button operation sound.
Sets the date and time.

O (on)
mm/dd/yy

p.86
p.85

Sets world time.

P (off)p.87

Language/

Switches the language for displaying
menus and messages.

Englishp.85

Display Mode

Switches the display mode in Capture
Mode and Playback Mode.

Normalp.88

Screen Effect

Displays on the LCD screen willtransition smoothly.

O (on)

p.90

Video Out

NTSC

p.86

Background Color

Sets the video output format.
Sets the background color of the LCD
screen.

Blue

p.90

Auto Power Off

Sets power conservation mode.

3m (3 minute)

p.91

Brightness Level

Sets brightness of LCD monitor.

Normal

p.91

Reset

Returns settings to defaults.

Cancelp.91

3
Common Operations

World Time35

Taking Pictures

Setting the Capture Functions) button

4

Changing Focus Settings

Taking Pictures

Focus Mode
(No icon)

q

s
z

1

Autofocus mode

Macro mode

Focuses on object in the focusing area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway. Use
when the distance to the subject is more than
40cm.
Use when the distance to the subject is 10cm to
50cm. Focuses on object in the focusing area
when the shutter release button is pressedhalfway.

Infinity-landscapeUse for taking pictures of distant objects.
mode
Manual focus mode Adjust focus manually.

Pressing ) 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.
• The focus mode default setting is the Autofocus mode.
• In Movie Picture mode (1 p.54), only Autofocus mode is available.
• In Picture mode (1 p.50), Panorama Assist mode (1 p.56), and 3D
image mode (1 p.58), Manual Focus mode cannot be set.

36

Manual Focus
On the z setting, press the four-way controller (45) to enlarge thecentral portion of the screen to full screen on the LCD monitor.
Adjust the focus with the four-way controller while watching the image
on the monitor.
For distant focus
For closer focus
Once the focus is set, press any button other than the four-way
controller (45), or take your finger off of the four-way controller for
about 2 seconds. The camera will switch to the standard Capture
screen.

Saving the Focus Mode 1 p.72

Taking Pictures• When focusing, hold down the four-way controller (45) to focus
quickly.
• Enlarged display is not available near maximum magnification indigital zoom.

437

bbutton

Selecting the Flash Mode
4
Taking Pictures(No icon) Automatic flashaFlash Offb
Flash Oncd

The flash discharges automatically based on light conditions.
The flash never discharges regardless of light conditions.
The flash always discharges regardless of light conditions.
Reduces red-eye in the picture, caused by the flash
Auto flash + redreflecting from the subject’s eyes. The flash
eye reduction
discharges 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.

• The flash is always off when the Capture mode is set on C,
Continuous shooting, or Infinity-Landscape.
• When using the flash, it always discharges once before taking thepicture, to assist with metering.
• In Auto + red-eye reduction or Flash On + red-eye reduction, the flash
discharges once before taking the picture to make the iris of thesubject's eyes contract, shortly before firing again to take the picture.

1

Press the b button in Capture mode.
This will switch focus modes, and the current icon is displayed on the
LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take a picture in the selected flash mode.
Flash Lamp 1 p.23
Saving the Flash Mode 1 p.72

38

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Selecting the Recorded Pixels

2048×1536
1600×1200
1024×768
640×4801
2
3

Suited for printing on A4 paper.
Suited for printing on A5 paper.
Suited for printing on postcards.
Suited for attaching to e-mail, or for creating websites.

4
Taking Pictures

Select the number of recorded pixels from 2048×1536, 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.

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

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

• The recorded pixels is fixed at 320×240 in Movie Picture mode.
• Selecting a large number of recorded pixels will result in a clearer
image when printed.

39

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Ok

A Picture Mode B C F GDl

Selecting the Quality Level
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.
C

Best

D

Better

E

Good

1
2
3

This has the lowest compression rate, and is suited forprinting large pictures on A4 paper.
This has a standard compression rate, and is suited forviewing as standard photographs or on your computer
screen.
Highest compression rate. Suited for attaching to e-mail,or for creating websites.

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

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

40

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Adjusting the White Balance
Adjusts for natural coloring in your picture, according to the lighting.

I
J
K

1
2

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.

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

White Balance

The White Balance selection screen isdisplayed.

3
4

4
Taking Pictures

AUTO
G
H

Press the four-way controller (23) tochange the setting.

AUTO

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
Saving the White Balance 1 p.72

41

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
AUTO

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

The LCD monitor will display "Adjusting", and return to the menu
screen when the white balance is adjusted.

4

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

4
Taking Pictures42

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting the Focusing Area
You can changes the area for autofocus (Focusing Area).

1
2
3

4

Normal range
The autofocus range becomes smaller

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

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide

Taking Pictures

Wide
Spot

AUTO
OK

Ok

Saving the Focusing Area Setting 1 p.72

43

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting the Light Metering Range
4

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

Taking Pictures

1
2
3

L

Multi-segment

M

Center-weighted

N

Spot

Detailed measurement of entire screen to determine
exposure.
Measures mainly the center of the screen to determine
exposure.
Measures only the very center of the screen to
determine exposure.

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

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

Saving the AE Metering Method 1 p.72

442048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

2048 1536

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting Sensitivity
You can set the Sensitivity to match the brightness of the surroundings.
The camera makes the adjustment automatically.

100
200

• The lower the Sensitivity (smaller number), the sharper the image withless noise.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.

400

1
2
3

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

4
Taking Pictures

AUTO

Rec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

The only available AUTO settings are 100 and 200.

Saving the Sensitivity 1 p.72

45

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting the Instant Review Time4

You can select the Instant Review display time from 0.5 sec, 1 sec, 2sec, 3 sec, 5 sec, or OFF (no display).

Taking Pictures1
2
3

Select [Instant Review] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45) tochange the display time.
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s
0.3
1
ParallelOK

Ok

The Instant Review setting stays the same even after the camera isturned off.

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting Image Sharpness
You can make the image outlines sharp or soft.

1
2
3

Select [Sharpness] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45) toselect x (Normal), z (Hard), ory (Soft).
Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

46

Rec.Mode
MemorySharpness
Saturation
Contrast

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

Rec.Mode

Four-way controller
OK button

Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Exit

Ok

MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting Color Saturation
This sets the color saturation.

3

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

Rec.Mode
MemorySharpness
Saturation
Contrast

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

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

Taking Pictures

1
2

4

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Setting the Image Contrast
You can set the image contrast level.

12
3

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

Rec.Mode
MemorySharpness
Saturation
Contrast

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

MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

47

Switching Between Modes
Capture mode is for taking pictures, and Playback mode is for playing
back or erasing images.

Switching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
• Press the Playback button to switch from Capture mode to Playback mode.
• Press the Playback button or press the shutter release button halfway
to switch from Playback mode to Capture mode.

Selecting the Capture Mode4

Display the virtual mode dial to select the Capture mode. There areeight Capture modes available.

Taking Pictures

1
2

3

A

Program Mode

H
(Default
Setting)

Picture Mode

B
C
F
G

Night-Scene Mode
Movie Picture Mode
Panorama Assist Mode
3D Image ModeD

Digital Filter Model(Default
Setting)

Auto Bracket Mode

Lets you set all the functions.
You can match the settings to theshooting situation. There are eight
picture modes available. (Thedefault setting is H.)
Lets you take dark scenes.
Lets you take movie pictures.
Lets you take panorama pictures.
Lets you take 3D pictures.
Lets you set a color filter. (Thedefault setting is B&W.)
Lets you use auto brackets. (Thedefault setting is l.)

p.49
p.50
p.53
p.54
p.56
p.58
p.63
p.64

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

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the desired mode.

ProgramOKOk

The icon will be magnified.
In Digital Filter Mode or Auto Bracket Mode, press the four-way
controller (5) again for detailed settings.

Press the OK button.
The icon for the selected Capture mode is displayed. The camera is
ready to take the picture.

48

Taking Pictures

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Program Mode

4

1

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

2

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the [Program A].

3

Press the OK button.

Taking Pictures

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

Program

The camera is ready to take a picture.

4

Set the functions you want to use.

OK

Ok

See “Setting the Capture Functions” (p.36~p.47) for instructions.

5

Press the shutter release button.
The picture will be taken.
Taking Still Pictures 1 p.22

49

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Picture Mode
You can match your settings to the situation.
4
Taking Pictures

Picture Mode
There are eight modes available.

I
J
M

Landscape(Default Setting)FlowerPortrait
Self-Portrait

V

Soft

L

Surf and Snow

K
U

SunsetIllustration

H

1

Enhances your landscape photos.
Enhances your flower photos.
Enhances your portrait photos.
Enhances self-portraits or pictures including yourself.
Provides a softened effect for your pictures.
Softness can be set at seven levels.
Enhances pictures taken against dazzling backgrounds
such as beaches or snow.
Beautiful results on pictures of sunsets or sunrises.
Makes the photograph look like a sketch.

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

2

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the [Picture Mode (H)] dial,and press the four-way controller (5).

Picture Mode

The picture mode dial is displayed.
OK

50

Ok

3

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the icon for the desired picture
mode.

4

Press the OK button.

Portrait

The Picture mode is selected.

OK

5

Picture Mode

Ok

Press the shutter release button.
The picture will be taken.

Setting the Softness
You can set the softness for soft mode in Picture mode.

1
2

Select [Soft setting] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45) to
set the degree of softness.
Moving the (x) to the right will increase thesoftening effect. Move it to the left to decreasesoftness.

3

4
Taking Pictures• In Picture mode, your selection is confirmed by pressing the shutter
release button half-way or by pressing the four-way controller, or by
doing nothing for more than five seconds.
• In Picture mode, the EV compensation, saturation, contrast,
sharpness, and white balance are automatically set to the optimum
values for each mode. (You can change the settings.)

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s
0.3
1
Parallel
OK

Ok

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

51

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
LCD monitor

Taking Self-Portraits
4

You can reverse the LCD monitor while you take a self-portrait or a
couple-shot, checking yourself in the LCD monitor while you take thepicture.

Taking Pictures

1

Press the four-way controller (3) to select [PictureMode] on the virtual mode dial, and set it to [Selfportrait (M)].

2

Rotate the LCD Monitor.
You can see yourself in the LCD monitor.When you rotate the LCD
monitor, the image on the monitor rotates (mirror image).

3

Press the shutter release button.
The picture will be taken.
When pressing the shutter release button causes the camera to shake,particularly for taking pictures in low light conditions, secure the camera
to a tripod or on another surface and use the self-timer.
Rotating the LCD Monitor 1 p.17
Matching the Picture to the Scene (Picture Mode)
1 p.5052

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode)
The settings in this mode are appropriate for taking dark scenes.

Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture Mode.

4

The virtual mode dial is displayed.

Taking Pictures

1
2

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the [Night Scene Mode(B)].

3

Press the OK button.

Night Scene Mode

The camera is ready to take a picture.

4

Press the shutter release button.

OKOk

The picture will be taken.
Pressing the Shutter Release Button 1 p.23
Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.24
When taking night-scenes and other pictures with a slow shutter speed,
the capture time is nearly doubled, because of a function that removes
noise from the image after capture.
Because the shutter speed is slow when taking dark scenes, pleasestabilize the camera on a tripod or other surface to prevent shaking thecamera.

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Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode)4You can take movie pictures. The maximum length of one recording (1set) is about 30 seconds. Sound cannot be recorded.

Taking Pictures

1

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

2

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the [Movie (C)].

3

Press the OK button.

Movie

OK

1 Flash OFF icon 2 Movie Picture icon
3 Recording time remaining for next set
4 Sets remaining

4

Ok

4
1
2

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

5

Press the shutter release button.
Playback will end. The remaining available recording time isdisplayed.

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1
22sec

3

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 Movie Pictures 1 p.75
• The flash will not fire in Movie Picture mode.
• Continuous shooting is not available in Movie Picture mode.
• The only focus mode available in Movie Picture mode is Autofocus.

4
Taking Pictures
55

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist
Mode)
4
Taking Pictures

ACD photostitcher is only for the English version and the Japaneseversion.
You can join several images together to form one panorama picture.
Use a Windows PC and the provided software to join the images.

1

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

2

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Panorama
Assist (F)].

3
4

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

5

Take the first picture.
Press the shutter release button to take the firstimage. The right edge of the image is displayedin transparent form at the left of the LCD
monitor.

566Move the camera to the right, andtake the second picture.
Repeat this procedure for the third andfollowing pictures.

7

Press the OK button.
The screen returns to step 4.
To cancel Panorama Assist mode, switch to any other mode.
• The camera cannot join the images. Use the software provided. For
details on joining panorama images, see the separate booklet“Viewing Your Digital Camera Images On Your PC”.
• Continuous shooting is not available in Panorama Assist mode.
• You need a Windows PC for joining panorama pictures. (Theprovided software is not Macintosh-compatible.)

4
Taking Pictures
57

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Taking 3D Pictures (3D Image Mode)
4

Using the LCD monitor, you can take 3D pictures to be viewed by theparallel method or cross method (p.60). Print out the 3D picture and look at
it through the 3D image viewer provided. It will appear in three dimensions.

Taking Pictures

Selecting the viewing method
The default setting is Parallel to view with the 3D Image Viewer. If you
do not need to switch to Cross, proceed to step 5.

1
2
3
4

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

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect [3D Mode].
Press the four-way controller (45) toselect Cross.
You can also view it without the image viewer.

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s
0.3
1
Parallel
OK

Ok

Press the OK button.
The screen returns to the 3D image mode.

Taking Pictures

5
6

58

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

Press the four-way controller (23) to select the 3D
Image mode (G).

7

Press the OK button.
The screen for taking the first image appears on the left side of the
LCD monitor.

8

Take the first image.

5

Position the subject at the center of the left sideof the screen, and press the shutter releasebutton. The image is displayed on the left sideof the LCD monitor. The right side of the screen
is for taking the second image.

9

Move the camera to the right without changing yourstance.

10 Overlap the images.

4

11 Press the shutter release button.
The second image is taken, and the display returns to step 7. To takemore 3D pictures, repeat the operations from step 8.

Taking Pictures

The first image appears opaque on the right ofthe screen, overlapping the second. Match theopaque image with the actual image to makethe layout match.

• Check the images in Playback mode.
• To cancel 3D Image mode, press the four-way controller (3) to switch
to a different mode.
• Taking pictures of a moving subject will not provide a threedimensional effect, because two images are required for eachsubject. If taking a picture of a person, ask your model to stay still,
and take the second picture quickly. Shifting the camera horizontally
is much easier when using a tripod or other support.
• The camera should be moved about 1/40 of the distance to thesubject. For example, if the distance is 3m, the movement amountwould be 3m÷40=7.5cm.Each individual sees 3D images differently,
so do not be too concerned. Use the chart below as a guide, andexperiment with different movement distances.
Distance to subject
Camera movement

0.1m
0.5cm

0.3m
1cm

0.5m
1.5cm

1m
2.5cm

3m
7.5cm

5m
13cm

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Viewing 3D Pictures with the Parallel method and Cross method
Because our eyes are positioned about 6 to 7cm apart, each eye seesat a slightly different angle. The brain processes this difference toproduce a three-dimensional image. This principle is applied to taking
and viewing 3D pictures.
3D pictures can be viewed by the Parallel method, where the left andright lines of sight are parallel (like looking far away), or by the Cross
method, crossing the lines of sight. Viewing a 3D picture without theviewer may take some practice.
Assembling the 3D Image Viewer
Assemble the supplied 3D Image Viewer as shown below.
4
Taking Pictures60How to view 3D pictures with the 3D Image Viewer
Print out the pictures so they are 11cm to 12cm wide. Place the 3D
Image Viewer divider between the two images.

4
Taking Pictures

The distance between the eyes differ from person to person. Some may
not see a three-dimensional effect even with the same size print.
Pictures too large or too small make seeing the three-dimensional effectvery difficult. Try different size prints until the right effect is achieved.
• Never look at the sun through the 3D Image Viewer.
• Do not leave the 3D Image Viewer in direct sunlight, as this may
cause a fire.

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Example of a 3D Picture

4
Taking Pictures
62

Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter
Mode)

Filters
Eight color filters are provided: black-and-white, sepia, red, green, blue,
black-and-white+red, black-and-white+green, and black-andwhite+blue. When you select a filter in Digital Filter Mode, the display
on the LCD monitor is filtered with the selected color, and the pictures
are taken in that color.

1

4
Taking Pictures

You can take pictures with digital filters with a variety of colors, such as
red, blue, and green.

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

2

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the [Digital Filter (D)].

3

Press the four-way controller (5).

Digital Filter

The filter selection screen is displayed.
OK

4

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the filter.

5

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

6

Press the shutter release button.

Ok

Digital Filter

B&W
OK

Ok

The picture is taken.
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Shutter release button

Four-way controller
OK button

Automatically Change Capture Conditions (AutoBracket Mode)
4
Taking Pictures

You can automatically take three pictures in a row with different settingsfor exposure, saturation, sharpness, and contrast. For exposure andwhite balance, the bracket step must be set in advance.

1
2
3
4
5
6

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

Press the four-way controller (23) to select [AutoBracket (l)].
Press the four-way controller (5).
The bracket type selection screen is displayed.

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the bracket type.
Press the OK button.
The camera is in Bracket Capture Mode.

Press the shutter release button.

Auto Bracket

Saturation
OKOk

The pictures are taken in Auto Bracket mode.
• Check the images in Playback mode.
• Setting the Auto Bracket Mode will cancel the Continuous Shooting mode.
• To exit auto bracket capture mode, switch to another mode.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.24

64

Setting the Exposure Bracket
You can set the bracket step to use when selecting Ex. Bracketing in
Auto Bracket Mode. Select from ±03, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, or ±2.0

1Select [Ex. Bracket Step] on the[A Rec. Mode] menu.

2

Press the four-way controller (45) to
set the step.

3

Press the OK button.

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s
0.3
1
Parallel
OKOk

The camera is ready to take a picture.
Three images will be taken; one with standard exposure, one with apositive (+) step, and one with a negative (-) step.

4
You can set the bracket step to use when selecting White Balance inAuto Bracket Mode. Select from ±1, ±2, ±3, ±4, or ±5.

1

Select [WB Bracket Step] on the[A Rec. Mode] menu.

2

Press the four-way controller (45) to
set the step.

3

Press the OK button.

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s

Taking Pictures

Setting the White Balance Bracket

0.3
1
Parallel
OKOk

The camera is ready to take a picture.
Three images will be taken; one with standard white balance, onewith a positive (+) step, and one with a negative (-) step.

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Shutter release button

Four-way controller

A Picture Mode BDl

4

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Shooting)Taking Pictures

Pictures are taken continually while the shutter release button is pressed.
There is Continuous Shooting and High-Speed Shooting available.
j
q

1
2

Continuous
Images are captured, processed, and saved one by one.
Shooting
High-Speed Three frames are taken in a row, followed by image
Shooting
processing and saving.

Press the four-way controller (2) todisplay j or q on the LCD monitor.
Press the shutter release button.

3

Pictures are taken continually while the shutter
release button is pressed.
Recording stops when you release the shutter
release button.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.24
• You can continue shooting until the CF card is full.
• The interval between continuous shots differs according to recorded
pixels and quality level settings.
• The flash will not fire in Continuous Shooting mode.
• Continuous shooting and High-speed shooting are not available in 3D
Image mode, Movie Picture mode, Panorama Assist mode, or Auto
Bracket mode.
• High-speed shooting is not available in night-scene mode, or whenusing black-and-white+red, black-and-white+green, or black-andwhite+blue digital filters.
66

Shutter release button

Four-way controller

A Picture Mode B C F GDl

Using the Self-Timer
The picture will be taken either 10 seconds or 2 seconds after the
shutter release button is pressed.

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

2

Press the shutter release button.

3

gThe self-timer is engaged, and the self-timer

lamp lights for about 7 seconds. The picture
is taken about 3 seconds after the self-timer
lamp begins to blink.
r The self-timer is engaged, and the picture is taken about 2 seconds
after the self-timer lamp begins to blink.

Taking Pictures

1

4

Pressing the four-way controller or the MENU button during count-down
display will cancel the self-timer.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.24
Taking a Self-Portraits 1 p.52

67

Zoom button
Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

A Picture Mode B F GDl

Using the Zoom
4

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

Taking Pictures

1

Press the Zoom button in Capture
mode.

3

x Tele: Subject becomes larger.
w Wide: Subject becomes smaller.

When the digital zoom function is disabled,
there is an optical zoom available up to 3 times.
When the digital zoom function is enabled, you
can further enlarge the subject up to 8 times.

Zoom bar3

Digital zoom range

Saving the Zoom Position 1 p.72

68

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 O (on).

4

Press the OK button.

Rec.Mode
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Soft Setting
Ex. Bracket Step
WB Bracket Step
3D Mode
MENU

Exit

0.5s
0.3
1
Parallel
OKOk

The camera is ready to take a picture.
Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting 1 p.72

4
Taking Pictures
69

Four-way controller

A Picture Mode B C F GDl

EV Compensation
4

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

Taking Pictures

1

Press the four-way controller (45) in
Capture Mode.

3

5 Adjusts the exposure to over-expose (+side).
4 Adjusts the exposure to under-expose (-side).

<+0.7>The EV Compensation setting is displayed on the LCD monitor.
When you press the four-way controller (45) once, or when you set
this to ±0, the display will disappear in two seconds.
Saving the EV Compensation Setting 1 p.72

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4

Taking Pictures71

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

EV compensation

Taking Pictures

White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
Digital Zoom
Focus Mode
Zoom Position
Display Mode
File No.

Description
Saves the Flash mode setting selected with the
button.
Saves the EV compensation settings.
Saves the White Balance settings on the Rec. Modemenu.
Saves the Focusing Area settings on the Rec. Modemenu.
Saves the AE Metering settings on the Rec. Modemenu.
Saves the Sensitivity settings on the Rec. Modemenu.
Saves the Digital Zoom settings on the Rec. Modemenu.
Saves the Focus Mode settings.
Saves the Zoom Position settings.
Saves the LCD monitor display mode.
Saves the file numbers. File numbers will continue
to have sequential numbers even after changing the
CF card.

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

• Menu items not included in Memory will also be saved with thesettings selected on the menus for each function.
• Zoom positions set within the digital zoom range will not be saved
even when Zoom Position is set to On in Memory.

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1
2
3

Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Press the four-way controller (23) toselect [Memory].
Press the four-way controller (5).

Rec.Mode
MemorySharpness
Saturation
Contrast

The Memory menu is displayed.
MENU

4

Press the four-way controller (23) toselect the item.

5

Press the four-way controller (45) toselect O (on) or P (off).

6

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

Exit

OK

Ok

OK

Ok

MemoryFlash
EV Compensation
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

4
Taking Pictures73

Playback/Deleting

Playing Back Images

Zoom/ f/y button
Four-way controller

Playing Back Still Pictures
5

See “Playing Back Images” (p.24), or “Playing Back Previous or Next
Images” (p.24).

Playback/Deleting

Zoom Playback
You can play back images magnified up to 12 times. A button operation
guide is displayed on the LCD monitor during magnification.

1

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image to magnify.

2

Press x/y on the Zoom/f/y button.
The image is magnified. (1×-12×) Keep pressing
to continuously change the magnification.
• Operations available during Zoom Playback:Four-way controller (2345) Moves zoom
position
Zoom/f/ybutton (x)Makes image larger
Zoom/f/ybutton (x)Makes image smaller

3

Press the shutter release button halfway.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
Zoom Display is not available for movie pictures.

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x1.0

Playback button
Four-way controller

Playing Back Movie Pictures
To play back movie pictures: A button operation guide is displayed on
the LCD monitor during playback.

1

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image to play back.

2

Press the four-way controller (2).

100-0049• Operations available during Playback:Four-way controller (4 )Reverse playback
Four-way controller (5 )Forward playback
Four-way controller (2 )Pause

03/20/2003
11:20• Operations available while paused:
Four-way controller (4 )Frame reverse
Four-way controller (5 )Frame forward
Four-way controller (2 )Cancels pause (Playback resumes)

3

Playback/Deleting

Playback will start.

5

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

4

Press the Playback button.
The camera returns to Capture mode.

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Zoom/ f/y button
Four-way controller

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

5

1

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image.

2

Press w/f on the Zoom f/y button.

Playback/Deleting

Up to nine small images will be displayed at
once.
Press the four-way controller (2345) toselect the image. If there are 10 or more
images recorded, a scroll bar appears at theright of the screen. With an image selected in
the bottom row, pressing the four-way controller(3) displays the next nine images.

100-0030

Selected image

With the very last image selected, press the four-way controller (3) todisplay the first nine images.

3

Press w /f on the Zoom f/y button.
The selected image is displayed by itself.
* For movie pictures, the first frame is displayed.

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Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Slideshow
You can play back all recorded images on your CF card successively.

1

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the images for the slideshow.

2

Press the MENU button.
The Playback Mode menu is displayed.

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

4

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

MENU

Exit

3s

OK

Ok

Select from 3s (3 sec), 5s (5 sec), 10s (10sec), 15s (15 sec), 20s (20sec), and 30s (30 sec).

5

5
Playback/Deleting

3

Play Back
Slideshow

Press the OK button.
Playback will start at the specified interval.
• Pressing the four-way controller or the MENU button duringcontinuous playback will stop the slideshow.
• The slideshow will repeat until you press a button to stop it.
• Movie pictures will be played through to the end and move to the next
image, regardless of the playback interval.

77Deleting Images

i button

Four-way controller
OK button

Deleting a Single Image

5

1

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image to delete.

2

Press the i button.

Delete(One)

Playback/Deleting

The Delete screen will be displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (2) toselect [Delete].

4

Press the OK button.

DeleteCancel100-0107
All

OK

Ok

• You can also delete displayed images in Instant Review (p.23).
• You cannot delete protected ( Z) images.

Deleting All Images
You can erase all saved images at once.
• Once deleted, images cannot be restored.
• Protected images cannot be deleted.

1

In Playback mode, press the i button
twice.
The Delete All screen is displayed.

2
3
78

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

Delete(All)
Delete all images on memory card?
DeleteCancelOKOkZ button

Four-way controller
OK button

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)
You can protect images from being accidentally erased.

1
2
3

The Protect screen is displayed.

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

Protect

100-0107
All

OK

Ok

• Select Unprotect in step 3 to cancel the Protect setting.
• The Z symbol is displayed when playing back protected images.

Protecting All Images
You can protect all of the images.

1
2
3
4

5

Unprotect

Playback/Deleting

4

In Playback mode, select the image to protect with thefour-way controller (45).
Press the Z button.
Protect(One)Enter the Playback mode.
Press the Z button twice.
The Protect All screen is displayed.

Select [Protect] with the four-way controller (2).
Press the OK button.
Select Unprotect in step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of theimages.
Even protected images are deleted by formatting the CF card.

79Viewing Images on a TV

5
Playback/Deleting

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

12Open the terminal cover and connect the video cable.

3

Turn on the TV and the camera.

Connect the other end of the video cable to the video
IN jack on the TV.

Selecting the Video Output Format 1 p.86
The LCD monitor is always off when the camera is connected to a
TV.When using the camera for a long time, use of the AC adapter(optional) is recommended.Please refer to the operating manual of the
TV or other connected equipment.

80Printing Service Settings (DPOF)
You can print the images on the CF card using a DPOF (Digital Print
Order Format) compatible printer, or at a printing service.

Four-way controller
OK button

Single Image Settings
5

Set the following items for each image.

1
2
3
4
5

In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) toselect the image for DPOF settings.
Press the four-way controller (2).
DPOF
ONEThe DPOF screen is displayed.

Use the four-way controller (45) toselect [ONE], and press the four-way
controller (3).

Copies00

Playback/Deleting• Copies: Set the number of prints up to 99.
• Date: Specify whether or not to imprint the date on the image.

Date

100-0107
MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

The frame will move to Number of Prints.

Press the four-way controller (45) toselect the number of prints, andpress the four-way controller (3).
The frame will move to Date.

Press the four-way controller (45) toselect O or P.

DPOF

ONE
Copies01Date100-0107
MENU

Exit

OK

Ok

O The date will be printed.
P The date will not be printed.

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6

Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.
• If DPOF settings already exist for an image, the number of prints andthe on/off date setting will be displayed.
• To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of prints to 0 and press the
OK button.
• DPOF settings are not available for movie pictures.
• Some printers or printing equipment at the photo processing lab may
not imprint the date even when the DPOF setting is set.

5
Playback/Deleting82

Four-way controller
OK button

Settings for All Images

1

Press the four-way controller (2) in Playback Mode.
The DPOF screen is displayed.

2

Press the four-way controller (45) to select [All] andpress the four-way controller (3).
5

The frame will move to Number of Copies.

Press the four-way controller (45) to
set the number of prints.
The maximum setting is 99.

4
5

Press the four-way controller (3).
Press the four-way controller (45) toselect O or P for the date.

DPOF

ALL

DPOF setting for all images.
Copies
Date
MENU

Exit

01

OK

Ok

Playback/Deleting

3

O The date will be printed.
P The date will not be printed.

6

Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.
• Settings for all images will cancel settings for single images.
• When you specify the number of prints for all images, the number ofprints applies to all images.Before printing, always check that the
number is correct.
• DPOF settings are not available for movie pictures.
• To cancel DPOF settings, with "All Images" selected, set the numberof prints to 00.

83Settings

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

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-UpRec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

6

Formatting a CF card

Settings

Formatting will delete all the data on the CF card.

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode
MENU

Exit

mm/dd/yyEnglishNormalOK

Ok• Do not open the CF card cover while formatting a CF card. The card
may be damaged beyond use.
• Please note that formatting will delete protected images as well.

1
2

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

3
4

Select [Format] with the four-way controller (2).
Press the OK button.
Formatting begins. When formatting is complete, the camera is readyto take a picture.

84

Changing the Date Style and Date/Time
You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set thedate display style. Choose from y/m/d, m/d/y, and d/m/y.

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.18) for instructions on setting the date andtime.

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 setting screen is displayed.

3

Press the OK button.
Menus are displayed in the language of your choice.

5

Press the OK button.

6
Settings

4

Select your language with the four-way controller(23).

The camera is ready for capture or playback.

85

How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-UpRec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

MENU

Exit

mm/dd/yyEnglishNormalOK

Ok

Selecting the Video Output Format
6

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

Settings

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.

Turning the Operation Sound On and Off
You can turn the operation sounds on and off.

1
2

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

3

Press the OK button.

Press the four-way controller (45) to select O (on) or
P (off).
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

86

Setting World Time
The date and time set in “Initial Settings” (p.18) are the Home Time
(your usual time zone) setting.
Setting World Time enables you to display the local date and time on
the monitor 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 setting screen is displayed.

3

Press the four-way controller (45) toswitch between O and P.

NYC

City
DST
City
DST

20:13
NYC
20:13

MENU Exit
ODisplays the time in the country selected in
World time.
PDisplays the time in the country selected as Home Time.

4

OK

Ok

Press the four-way controller (3).

5

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

6

Press the four-way controller (45) to select DST O (on)or P (off), and press the four-way controller (3).

6
Settings

This sets world time city.
If New York is selected as the world time city, New York’s position
blinks on the world map, and the X will display the code for New York
(NYC) and the local time.

This sets home time city.
If New York is selected for home time city, press the four-way
controller (45) to select your Home time city, or turn DST on and off.

7

Press the OK button 2 times.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images with the correct
date and time.
See the list on p.92 for available cities and their codes.

87How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-UpRec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

MENU

Ok

Exit

mm/dd/yyEnglishNormalOK

Ok

Setting the Display Mode
6
Settings
88

This determines the content displayed on the LCD monitor. You canchoose Normal, Histogram, Grid, or No Information. Capture mode andPlayback mode display different information on the screen.
NormalCapture information is
Capture Mode
Playback Mode1 2 3 4610displayed.
1 Flash 2 Focus Mode
3 Capture method
4 Capture mode
5 Autofocus frame
6 Capacity remaining
7 Battery symbol
8 Date and Time
9 Shutter speed · Aperturevalue
10 Folder name · File name100-0030

3

7

5

1/100
F2.6

03/20/2003
11:20

9

8

Histogram
Brightness distribution isdisplayed. The horizontal
axis shows brightness (darkto bright left to right), andthe vertical axis shows the
pixels.

Capture Mode

Playback Mode
100-0030

3

1/100
F2.6

Grid
The grid is not displayed in
Playback mode.

Capture Mode

No Information
Capture information is not
displayed.

Capture Mode

03/20/2003
11:20

1
2

Select [Display Mode] on the [B Set-up] menu.

3

Press the OK button.

6
Settings• During Autofocus, theAutofocus frame and battery
icon are displayed.
• Settings are displayed forseveral seconds whenchanged.

Press the four-way controller (45) to select yourdesired display mode.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

89How to recall the [B Set-up] menu

Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button

Set-UpRec.Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality
White Balance
Forcusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU

Exit

2048 1536
AUTO
Wide
AUTO
OK

Ok

FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
Language/
Display Mode
MENU

Exit

mm/dd/yyEnglishNormalOK

Ok

Screen Effect
6

You can use various animated effects when switching display screenson the LCD monitor.

Settings

1
2

Select [Screen Effect] on the [B Set-up] menu.

3

Press the OK button.

Press the four-way controller (45) to select O (on) or
P (off).
The camera is ready for capture or playback.

Setting the Background ColorThis sets the background design and color displayed on the LCD monitor.

1
2

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

3

Press the four-way controller (4253) to select thebackground color.

4

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

90

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

1
2

Select [Auto Power Off] on the [B Set-up] menu.

3

Press the OK button.

Press the four-way controller (45) to select 3 min, 5min, or OFF.
The camera is ready for capture or playback.
Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback or a USB
connection.

Setting LCD Monitor Brightness
You can set the brightness for your LCD monitor.

1
2

Select [Brightness Level] on the [B Set-up] menu.
Press the four-way controller (45) to adjust thebrightness while you watch the LCD monitor.

3

Press the OK button twice.

Settings

Press the four-way controller (4) to darken the display, and the fourway controller (5) to brighten it.

6

The camera is ready for capture or playback.

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

1
2

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

3
4

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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Appendix

List of City Names
There are the cities and code numbers available for setting the worldtime.

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92

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
JNB
IST
CAI
JRS
MOW
JED

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
MilanoRomeBerlinJohannesburg
Instanbul
Cairo
Jerusalem
Moscow
Jeddah

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
TYO
GUM
SYD
NOU
WLG
AKL

TehranDubai
Karachi
Kabul
Male
Delhi
Colombo
Kathmandu
Dacca
RangoonBangkok
Kuala Lumpur
Vientiane
Singapore
Phnom Penh
Ho chi Minh
JakartaHong Kong
Perth
BeijingShanghai
ManilaTaipei
Seoul
AdelaideTokyo
Guam
SydneyNoumeaWellington
AucklandMessages
The following messages may be displayed on the LCD monitor during
camera operation.
Memory fullNo image
Camera cannot display
this image
No card in camera
Battery depleted

Memory card error
Card not formatted
Data being recorded
Changing the settings

Settings not stored
Could not save image

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Appendix

Formatting
Deleting
Image folder could not
be created

The CF card memory is full, and no more images can besaved. Insert a new CF card or delete unwanted images.
(p.15, p.78)
You may be able to save the image by changing the quality
level or recorded pixels. (p.39, p.40)
There are no images for playback on the CF card.
You are trying to play back an image not supported by thiscamera. You may be able to display this on a PC oranother brand of camera.
The CF card is not inserted in the camera. (p.15)
The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery if it is an
rechargeable battery. Otherwise, replace with newbatteries. (p.12)
The CF card has a problem, and image capture andplayback are impossible. Try displaying it on a PC.
The CF card inserted is not formatted, or has beenformatted on a PC or other device. (p.84)
The image is being recorded onto the CF card.
The image protect settings or DPOF settings are beingchanged.
The CF card is being formatted.
The image is being deleted.
The maximum file number has been used, and no more
images can be saved. Insert a new CF card or format the
CF card. (p.84)
The CF card memory is full, and no more DPOF settings
can be made.
The image could not be saved because of a CF card error.

93Troubleshooting

Problem
Cause
The camera will No batteries are
not turn on.
installed
CF card cover is open
Battery is installed
incorrectlyBattery is exhausted
No image on
the LCD
monitor

Connected to a TV

Image is displayed but
hard to see

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94

Shutter release Flash is charging
button will not
work
The CF card is fullRecordingRemedyCheck whether battery is installed. If not,install battery.
Close the CF card cover.
Check orientation of battery. Reinsert
battery according to the (-) and (+)
symbols in the battery compartment.
(p.12)
Install new batteries in the camera. Or,
use the AC Adapter.
The LCD monitor is always off when thecamera is connected to a TV. (The LCD
monitor is also off when the video cable IVC2 is connected to the camera.)
Images on the LCD monitor may be hard
to see when taking pictures outside insunlight. Change the brightness settings
on your LCD monitor. (p.91) Or, use the
LCD monitor hood.(p.17)
While the flash status lamp is flashing
red, the flash is being charged and apicture cannot be taken. The lamp lights
red when charging is complete.
Insert a CF card with some space, ordelete unwanted images. (p.15, p.78)
Please wait until recording is finished.

Problem
Out of focus

Picture is dark

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, secure thefocus (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, secure 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 on q. (p.36)
The focus mode is on q When the focusing mode is on q, normal
pictures will be out of focus.
Subject is too far away If the subject is too far away, the image
in a dark environment
will be dark. Take the picture within the(night-scenes, etc.)
flash 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 it. If you select the B mode on thevirtual dial screen, both the person andthe night-scene will be clear. (p.53)
The Flash Mode is set to Set to Auto or b. (p.38)
Off
The flash will not fire in these modes.
The Capture mode is
set on C, Continuous
Capture, or s.

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Appendix

Flash does not
fire

Cause
Subject is difficult for
Autofocus to handle

95

Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are available for this camera.
AC Adapter D-AC5
USB Cable I-USB2 (included)
Video cable I-VC2 (included)
Camera Case O-CC5
Strap O-ST5 (included)
3D Image Viewer O-3DV1

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Appendix96Main Specifications

Model

Fully automatic compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom

Effective Pixels

3.2 megapixels

Sensor

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

Recorded Pixels

Still

Sensitivity

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

File Format

Still

2048×1536 pixels, 1600×1200 pixels,
1024×768 pixels, 640×480 pixels

Movie picture 320×240 pixels
JPEG (Exif2.2), DCF, DPOF, PRINT Image Matching II

Movie picture AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG), about 15fps
Quality Level“Best”, “Better”, “Good”

Storage Medium

Compact Flash (CF) Type I

Image Storage Capacity
Quality Level
Recorded Pixels

Best

Better

Good

2048×1536

8

16

33

1600×1200

13

27

60

1024×768

24

50

89

640×480

50

89

128

Movie picture(320×240)

30 sec × 2 sets

• These figures show the number of shots when using a 16MB CF card.
White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent light, Manual

Lens

Focal Length

5.8mm - 17.4mm (Equivalent to 38 - 114mm in
35mm format)

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Aperturef/2.6 - f/5.0

Lens Composition

6 elements in 5 groups (one lens aspherical on bothsides)

Appendix

Zoom type

Electrically driven

Capture Range

38.4mm×28.5mm (full screen) (Using macro modeor manual focus at max. WIDE position)

Lens Barrier

Electrically driven

Digital Zoom

Capture Mode

Max 2.7× (Combines with 3× optical zoom toprovide zoom equivalent to 8× max.)

LCD monitor

1.5 TFT color LCD monitor (with backlight and brightness control)
180-degree rotation mechanism included

Playback Functions

Single-frame, 9-frame index, enlargement (max. 12×), scroll, slideshow,
movie playback

Autofocus systemType

TTL contrast detection by sensor

Capture Range(From lens front)

Normal: 0.4m ~ ∞ (full zoom range)
Macro: 0.1m ~ 0.5m (full zoom range)
Infinity-landscape: ∞ (full zoom range)

Focus LockBy pressing the shutter release button halfway

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Manual Focus

0.1m ~ ∞Exposure Mechanism

AE Metering

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

Exposure modes

Standard, PICT, Night-scene, Movie, 3D

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

Movie Picture

Recording time approx. 1 sec - 30 sec.

Auto Bracket available
ShutterFlash

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Appendix98

ModelElectronic/Mechanical shutter

Speed

Approx. 1/1500 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. 0.2m-5.0m w/Sensitivity AUTO
Tele Approx. 0.1m-2.7m w/Sensitivity AUTO

Drive Modes

Single-frame, Continuous, Self-timer

Self-timer

Electronic control, operation time: approx. 10 sec.

Time function

World Time settings for 62 cities (28 time zones)

Power Supply

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

Battery Life

Approx. 650
imagesI/O Port

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

Video Output format

NTSC/PAL

Size

105 (W) × 63 (H) × 41.5 (D) mm (excludes operating members)

Mass

180g (excludes battery and CF card)

Mass when shooting

230g (Includes battery and CF card)

Accessories

Lithium battery CR-V3, 3D image viewer, USB cable, software (CD-ROM),
video cable, strap, LCD monitor hood, operating manual

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,and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period,
provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquiddamage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation
contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair
shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable forany repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not
be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect orconsequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material orworkmanship or otherwise; 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 ashereinbefore provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by nonauthorized
PENTAX service facilities.

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Appendix

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 tothe manufacturer. If there are no representativesof the manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer,
with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time
before the equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs
procedures required. If the equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will bemade and parts replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned toyou upon completion of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty,
regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping
charges are to be borne by the owner. If your PENTAX was purchased outsideof the country 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 yourequipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing,please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized
representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly
to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only
after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station toproceed with the servicing.

99• 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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Appendix
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Community.
100

For customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the CanadianInterference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

7
Appendix

For customers in USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible forcompliance could 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 andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of 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.

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.

101

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

PENTAX U.S.A., Inc.

Located at: 35 Inverness Drive East
Englewood, Colorado 80112 USA
Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131

7

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.

Appendix

Product Name:PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Model Number: Optio 33L
Contact person: Customer Service Manager
Date and Place: February, 2003, Colorado

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