Digital Camera

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

Thank you for buying the Pentax Optio S Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get
the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual
safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all
the camera's capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the Optio S that are for anything other than personalenjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as
specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases
where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment
during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display. Images
taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside
the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and careshould be taken here also.

Regarding trademarks• The SD logo
is a trademark.
• PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• Optio is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks of registered trademarks of 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
more faithful to their intentions.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please
pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbols
during use.

Warning These symbols indicate that it is possible that theuser may experience serious difficulties
if the warnings are not heeded.

Caution These symbols indicate that it is possible that theuser may experience minor or middling difficulties orphysical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

Warning:• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages arepresent within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks.
• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, thecamera being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed
portions, as there is a danger of receiving an electric shock.
• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous, please takecare that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.
• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately
if accidentally swallowed.
• Use an AC adapter that are of the power and voltage specified for exclusive use withthis product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified exclusively for use
with this product may cause fire or electric shocks.
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity,
stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter
and contact your nearest Pentax service center. Continued use of the camera may
result in fire or electric shock.
• Discontinue use of the AC adapter during thunderstorms. This can cause a fire orelectrical shock.

Caution:• Never try to disassemble, short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire,as it may explode.
• 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, so please take care, as there is a riskof low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.
• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.
• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them.
Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.
• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash theaffected areas thoroughly with water.

1Care to be Taken During Handling2• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol
benzene.
• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particularcare should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot
inside.
• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should
be avoided.
Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent thecamera from becoming moldy during storage.
• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or
any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid
resistant. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any
other liquid, wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.
• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks
or pressure.
Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc.
• The liquid crystal display will become black at temperatures of approximately 60°C (140°F) but will return to normal when normal temperatures
are returned to.
• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low
temperatures.
This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.
• Remove dust from the lens and viewfinder using a blower or clean off
dust using a lens brush.
• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintainhigh-performance.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is stillworking properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at
a wedding or during travelling). Pentax is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss of benefits
that were to be obtained through taking pictures) arising from failure ofthis product.
• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation
may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put thecamera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).
• Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc.
as this may cause damage to the camera. If rain or drops of water get
onto the camera, please wipe dry.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard”(p.17) regarding the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.
• Be sure to use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8 provided for thiscamera. If you use any other battery the camera may be damaged or malfunction.

To users of this camera• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera
may not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations
generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels
is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels
may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, thishas no effect on the recorded image.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the
LCD monitor in this manual are different form the actual product.

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Contents
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ····················································1
Care to be Taken During Handling ··························································2Contents ··································································································4Contents of the Operating Manual ··························································7Checking the Contents of the Package ··················································8Name of Parts ·························································································9Names of Operating Parts ···································································10

Getting Started ············································································11Attaching the Strap ···············································································11Powering the Camera ···········································································12Charging the Battery ····································································12Installing the Battery ·····································································13
Using the AC Adapter (optional) ··················································15
Installing the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard ··································16
Initial Settings ························································································18
Setting the Display Language ······················································18
Setting the Home Town ································································19
Setting the D.S.T. Mode ································································19
Setting the Date and Time ····························································20

Quick Start ····················································································22
Taking Still Pictures ···············································································22
Playing Back Still Pictures ····································································24
How to View the Recorded Images ······················································26

Common Operations ···································································28
Turning the Camera On and Off ···························································28
Playback Only Mode ·····································································28
Voice Recorder Mode ···································································28
Using the Button Functions····································································29
Capture Mode ···············································································29
Playback Mode ·············································································30
Voice Recorder Mode ···································································31
Setting the Menus ·················································································32
How to Set the Menus ··································································32
Menu List ······················································································34

Taking Pictures ············································································36
Setting the Shooting Functions······························································36
Changing the Mode ······································································36
Selecting the Focus Mode ····························································37
Selecting the Flash Mode ·····························································39
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode ·······················40
Selecting the Recorded Pixels ·····················································41
Selecting the Quality Levels ·························································42
Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting(White Balance) ············································································434Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area) ·······································45
Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure(AE Metering) ···············································································46
Setting the Sensitivity ···································································47
Setting the Instant Review time (Instant Review) ·························48
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness) ··································49
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation) ·····································50
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast) ·········································51
EV Compensation ········································································52
Taking Pictures·······················································································53
Setting the Functions (Standard Mode) ·······································53
Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene(Picture mode) ··············································································54
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ··················55
Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) ·······························56
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode) ···················58
Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode) ···············60
Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode) ·······························62
Taking Stereo Pictures (3D Image Mode) ····································63
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) ·····················68
Using the Self-Timer ·····································································69
Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) ····································70
Using the Zoom ············································································71
Taking Time-lapse Movie Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie) ···················73
Saving the Settings (Memory) ·······························································74
Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ················································74
Register Functions in User Mode ·················································75

Recording and Playback ····························································76
Recording Sound (Voice Recorder Mode) ·············································76
Playing Back Sound ···············································································77
Adding a Voice Memo ············································································78

Playback/Erasing/Editing ···························································79
Playing Back Images ············································································79
Playing Back Still Pictures ····························································79
Zoom Display ················································································79
Playing Back Movie Pictures ························································80
Displaying shooting information in Playback mode ······················81
Nine-image Display ······································································82
Slideshow ·····················································································83
Erasing Images ·····················································································84
Erasing a Single Image or Voice Memo ·······································84
Erasing All Images ·······································································86
Protecting Images/sound from Deletion (Protect) ························87
Viewing Images on a TV ········································································88
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ·····················································89
Printing Single Image ···································································89
Printing All Images ·······································································915Editing Images ······················································································92
Changing the Image Size ·····························································92
Trimming Images ··········································································94
Copying Files ·························································································95
Viewing Images with your PC ·······························································96
About the included software ·························································96
System environment ·····································································96
Installing the software ···································································97
Displaying and copying images using ACDSee™ ······················100
Joining Panorama Images Using ACD Photostitcher ·················101
Disconnecting your camera from your PC ·································104
Viewing Images with your Macintosh ··················································106
About the included software ·······················································106
System environment ···································································106
Installing the software ·································································107
Displaying and copying images using ACDSee™ ······················108
Disconnecting the camera from your Macintosh ························109

Settings ······················································································110
Camera Settings ·················································································110
Formatting a SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard and the Built-in
memory ······················································································110
Changing the Sound Settings ····················································111
Changing the Start-up Screen ···················································112
Setting the Date Style ································································113
Changing the Date/Time ····························································114
Setting the World Time ·······························································114
Changing the Display Language ················································116
Changing the Video Output Format ············································117
Sleep Timeout ············································································118
Setting Auto Power Off ·······························································118
Setting the Quick Delete Function ··············································119
Setting the Quick Zoom Function ···············································119
Registering Functions ·································································120
Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ·········································121
Setting the Alarm ················································································122
Checking the Alarm ····································································122
Setting the Alarm ········································································122
Turning the Alarm Off ·································································123

Appendix ····················································································124
List of City Names ···············································································124
Optional Accessories ···········································································125
Messages·····························································································126
Troubleshooting····················································································128
Main Specifications ··············································································130
WARRANTY POLICY ··········································································1326Contents of the Operating ManualThis Operating manual contains the following chapters.

 Getting Started
This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the
instructions.

 Quick Start
This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play backimages. Use it if you want to start taking pictures straightaway. It also
tells you how to use the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

 Common Operations
This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of
the buttons and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to therespective [Taking Pictures], [Recording and Playback],[Playback/Erasing/Editing] and [Settings] chapters.

 Taking Pictures
This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images andhow to set the relevant functions, including how to use the virtualmode dial to change the shooting mode and how to select thePicture mode best suited to the shooting scene.

 Recording and Playback
This chapter explains how to record sound only or add a voice
memo to an image, and how to play back voice memos.

 Playback/Erasing/Editing
This chapter explains how to play back images on the camera or ona TV and how to delete images.

 Settings
This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.

 Appendix
This tells you about the messages displayed on the LCD monitor
and what to do in the event of trouble.
The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating manual are
explained below.

☞
memo
CautionPicture Mode

indicates the reference page number for an
explanation of the related operation.
indicates information that is useful to know.
indicates precautions to be taken when
operating the camera.
The icons above the title show the Capturemodes, that can activate the function.

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Checking the Contents of the Package

CameraOptio S

Strap
O-ST5 (∗)

Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW8

AV cable
I-AVC7 (∗)

USB cable
I-USB7 (∗)

3D Image Viewer
O-3DV1 (∗)

Digital Camera

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

Rechargeable
Lithium-ion battery
D-LI8 (∗)

Battery charger
D-BC8 (∗)

Operating Manual
this manual

About items marked with (∗)∗ Items marked with (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to the list on page 130.
✽ Type of AC plug cord
D-CO2A Australia / D-CO2B United Kingdom / D-CO2E Europe / D-CO2H
Hong Kong / D-CO2J Japan / D-CO2K Korea / D-CO2U North America,
Canada8

Name of Parts
Front
Power switch
Remote control receiver
Shutter release button
Built-in flash

Flashlight sensor

Lens
Self-timer lamp
DC input terminal
Microphone
Strap lug
PC/AV terminal
Terminal cover

Back
Viewfinder
LCD monitor

Battery/Card cover
Tripod socket

9Names of Operating Parts

Focus status lamp (green)Flash status lamp (red)/button/ / /buttonShutter release button
Power switch
Zoom //

buttonFour-way controller(OK button in the center)
Speaker

Playback button
Display button
Menu button

 Guide indications
A guide to available button operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during
operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below.
Four-way controller ()Four-way controller ()Four-way controller ()Four-way controller ()MENU button

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Zoom / /button (Onlyfor digital zoom and magnified playback)Display button
buttonbuttonGetting Started

Attaching the Strap

Getting Started
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass
the other end through the loop.

11Powering the Camera
Charging
indicator

Batteryc

Getting Started

To power outletxBattery chargerz

AC plug cord

Charging the Battery
When using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery
depleted.] message is displayed, charge the battery.
z Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
x Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
c Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX name isvisible.
The charging indicator lights red while the battery is charging
and changes to green when charging is completed.
v When charging is completed, remove the battery from thebattery charger.
memo

Caution12• The time required for full charge is about 100 minutes maximum.
The appropriate ambient temperature range for charging thebattery is 0°C-40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and charging conditions.
• When the battery reaches the end of its service life, the timethat the camera can be operated becomes shorter even when
the battery is fully charged. In this event, replace the battery.
• Always charge the battery after purchasing or when it has
not been used for a long time.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC8 to charge the battery
other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8, as the
charger may overheat or be damaged.
• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails
to light, the battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.

cxBattery/Card coverz

Battery

Getting StartedBatterylock lever

Installing the Battery
Install the battery provided. When using the camera for the firsttime, charge the battery before installing.

z Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by
the arrow and flip the cover open.

x Insert the battery with  symbol facing toward the LCD

monitor while using the side of the battery to press thebattery lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

c Close the battery/card cover.

To remove the battery, release the battery by using your finger
to press the battery lock lever in the same direction as when
you inserted the battery, and pull the battery out.

memoCautionIf you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, useof the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. (☞ p.15)• Do not remove the battery when the camera is turned on.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time,
remove the battery.
• If the camera is left without the battery for a long time, thedate setting will be reset.
• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, it may cause malfunction.
• Do not twist the battery/card cover more than is necessary
when it is open. Doing so may damage the cover.

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● Approximate Operating Time (when the D-LI8 battery is fully
charged)Number of recordable images : Approx. 160 (when 50% shooting
uses flash, LCD monitor ON)
Playback time
: Approx. 110 min.

Getting Started* The description above is based on Pentax measuring conditions andmay vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions.

CautionGenerally, battery performance is temporarily deteriorate as
temperature decreases. When the camera is used in a cold
environment, keep this product warm by holding it in some
protection against cold or inside the clothes. Battery performance once deteriorated due to low temperature will berecovered when the batteries are returned to room temperature.

● Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by thethe LCD monitor.

symbol displayed on(lit green): Adequate power remains.

(lit green): Battery is running low.

(lit yellow): Battery is running very low.

↓↓↓
(lit red): Battery is exhausted.
↓[Battery depleted.] : After the message is displayed,
the camera will turn off.

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To power outlet

z
x

v
c

AC adapter

Getting Started

AC plug
cord

Using the AC Adapter (optional)
If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect thecamera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended.

z Make sure that the camera is turned off and open theterminal cover.

x Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal on the camera, being sure to match the 
symbols.

c Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
v Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
Caution• Make sure that the camera is turned off when connecting
or disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the AC plug cord and connecting cord areinserted securely. If the cord becomes disconnected while
you are taking pictures, the data may be lost.
• When using the AC adapter D-AC8, be sure to read theoperation manual accompanying the AC adapter.
• When connecting the DC terminals, be sure to match the symbols. Inserting the plugs with too much force may
damage them.

15Installing the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
Battery/Card cover

SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard

Getting Started

To remove the card,
push and pull out

This camera uses an SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard.
Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard if a card is inserted ( icon on the LCD monitor),or in the Built-in memory if no card is inserted (icon on the LCD
monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before insertingor removing the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

z Open the battery/card cover.
x Insert SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard so the labelc(the side with the  symbol) is facing toward the LCD
monitor and push the card in until it clicks.
Close the battery/card cover.
To remove the card, eject the card by pressing it in the direction indicated by the arrow and pull it out.

 Approximate Number of Recordable Images andRecorded pixels/Quality levels
Quality levels
Recorded pixels
2048 × 1536

Best
()

Better
()

7

13

19

1600 × 1200

11

20

28

1024 × 768

26

47

62

640 × 480

57

89

119

Good
()

Movie images(320 × 240)
30 sec. × 3
sets• The above table indicates the number of images when using a 16MB
SD Memory Card.
• The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by
PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions,capture mode, SD Memory Card, etc.

16 Data Backup
Very occasionally, data stored in the Built-in memory becomes unreadable.
As a backup measure, we recommend that you download important data to
a PC or store the data in a media other than the Built-in memory.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the battery/Cardcover.
Write-protect• The SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard is equipped with aswitchwrite-protect switch. Setting the switch to [LOCK] protects theexisting data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion ofexisting data or formatting of the card.

Getting Started

 Precautions When Using a SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard• Care should be taken if you remove the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or turn the camera off
while data is being recorded on the card or transferred to PC using USB
cable as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or subject it to violent
impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature.
• Be sure to format unused SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or SD Memory
Card/MultiMediaCard that have been used on another camera. Refer to“Formatting a SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard and the Built-in memory”(p.110) for instructions on formatting.
• Never remove the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard during formatting as thismay cause the card to be damaged and become unusable.
• The data on the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard may be erased in the following circumstances. Pentax does not accept any liability for data that iserased• when the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard is mishandled by the user.
• when the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard is exposed to static electricity
or electrical interference.
• when the card has not been used for a long time.
• when the card is ejected, the AC adapter is disconnected or the battery isremoved while the data on the card is being accessed.
• The SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard has a limited service life. If it is not
used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure
to make a backup of important data on a PC.
• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity orelectrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed
to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

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Initial Settings
Power switch

Getting Started

Four-way controller (OKbutton in the center)
Playback button
Display button
Menu button

If the initial settings screen appears when you turn the camera
on, follow the procedure below to set the display language,
Home Town, DST, video output format and current date andtime. If the date and time that appear at the bottom right of the
LCD monitor when you turn the camera on for the first time is
not the current time, follow the instructions for “Changing theDate/Time” (p.114) to set the correct date and time.

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.

z Turn the camera on.
x Use the four-way controller ()Initial settings

Language/to select the display language.
The default setting is English.

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

18

City
D.S.T

MENU Exit

EnglishNYC

OK Ok• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Changing the Display Language” (p.116).

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

Initial Setting

Language/City

to select the desired city (HomeTown).

EnglishNYC

D.S.T

MENU Exit

OK Ok

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

Getting Started

z Press the four-way controller ()• See p.124 for the list of cities and corresponding code names.
• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Setting the World Time” (p.114).

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

z Use the four-way controller ()to select(On) orThe default setting is(Off).
(Off).

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

Initial Setting

Language/
City

MENU Exitmemo

English
NYC

D.S.T

OK Ok

• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Setting the World Time” (p.114).

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Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time.

z Use the four-way controller ()Date Adjust

Getting Started

to change the month.
1 /1 / 2003

0 : 00MENU Exitx Press the four-way controller ().

DISP

12/24 OK Ok

Date Adjust

 and  will be displayed above

1 /and below the day.

1 / 2003

0 : 00MENU Exitc Use the four-way controller ()12/24 OK Ok

Date Adjust

to change the day and press thefour-way controller ().
 and  will be displayed aboveand below the year.

10 / 20 / 2003
0

MENU

v Repeat Step c to change the

DISP

: 00

Exit

DISP

Exit OK Ok
12/24

Date Adjust[year] [hour] and [minutes].
10 / 20 / 2003
0MENU

b Use the Display button to select

: 00

Exit

DISP

Date Adjust

the 12-hour or 24-hour display
format.

10 / 20 / 2003
11 : 19

MENU

20

Exit OK Ok
12/24

Exit

DISP

PM

Exit OK Ok
12/24

n When you have finished the settings, press the OK but-memo

• When the initial settings screen is displayed, you can cancel
the settings operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing the MENU button. If this is done, the initial settings screen
will be displayed next time you turn the camera on.
• You can change the settings after they have been made.
Refer to “Changing the Date/Time” (p.114).

Getting Started

ton when the clock reaches 00 seconds.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
When you set date and time except the initial settings,
press the OK button again after pressing the OK button
when the clock reaches 00 seconds to return to capture
mode.

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Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures
Shutter release button
Power switch

Viewfinder

Quick Start

LCD monitor

Display button

Zoom //

buttonFor the simplest procedure to take still pictures:
The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions.

z Press the power switch.
The camera will turn on.

x Confirm the subject andshooting information on the
LCD monitor.
The focus frame in the middle of
the LCD monitor indicates thezone of automatic focusing. You
can change the size of the subject by pressing the Zoom button.

200

10/20/2003
11:19

Focus Frame: makes the subject bigger.
: makes the subject smaller.

You can check the size of the subject by looking throughthe viewfinder.
memo

22

As there is no focus frame in the viewfinder, be sure tocheck the focusing area on the LCD monitor.

c Press the shutter release button.

Using the Shutter Release Button
The shutter release button works in a two-step action.
 Press halfway
When the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway),
the focus, exposure and white balance are locked.
The shutter speed and aperture settings are only displayedwhen the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway).
You can find the following information on the LCD monitor,
the status lamp and the flash lamp.
 Autofocus frame
If the subject is in focus, the frame will light green. If thesubject is out of focus, the frame will not be displayed.
 Focus status lamp & Flash status lamp
statuslit
blink

Focus status lamp (green)
Subject is in focus
Subject is out of focus

Quick Start

The image will be displayed on the LCD monitor for 1
second (Instant Review) and recorded on the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or the Built-in memory. (The green and red lamps on the right of the
viewfinder blink alternately while the image is being
recorded on the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or
the Built-in memory.)

Flash status lamp (red)Flash is charged
Flash is charging

You cannot take a picture while the flash is charging.
 Pressed down fully
The picture is taken.

Instant Review
The Instant Review default setting is 1 second. During thistime you can delete the image by pressing the
button(The [Delete] menu will be displayed.), and selecting[Delete], and then pressing the OK button.
You can also record a voice memo by pressing the OK button during Instant Review (☞ p.78).
Setting the Instant Review Time ☞ p.48

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Quick Start

Playing Back Still Pictures

Quick Start

LCD monitor
Four-way controller(OK button)
Playback button

Playing Back Images
You can display the still picture.

z Press the Playback button after taking a picture.
The image taken will be dis-played on the LCD monitor.

Playing Back Previous or Next Images
Still images can be played back one at a time, proceeding
either forward or backward.

z Press the Playback button after taking a picture.
An image will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

x Press the four-way controller ().
displays the previous image.
displays the next image.

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Deleting the displayed image.

memoFile No.
100-0020

DeleteCancelMENU Exit

All Images Sound OK Ok

Quick Start

During this time you can erase
the image by pressing the
button (The Delete screen will be
displayed.), press the four-way
controller () to select [Delete],and then pressing the OK button.
Press the Playback button again
or press the shutter release button halfway to return to capturemode.

• When the screen is changed to the playback screen, theimage with the largest file number will be displayed first• You can enlarge the image displayed on the LCD monitor
by pressing the Zoom / / button.
• In the case of movie pictures, the first frame will be displayed.
• If there are no images stored, the [No image&sound] message will be displayed.
Zoom Display ☞ p.79

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Quick Start

How to View the Recorded Images

Quick Start

Instead of using the Built-in memory, images taken with this camera
can be recorded on the SD Memory
Card/MultiMediaCard. You can viewthe images recorded on the card on
the camera itself, transfer them toyour PC and print them out.

Viewing images on the camera
One of the advantages of a digital
camera is that it enables you to view
your pictures immediately after you
have taken them. You can check thecomposition and brightness and takethe picture again if you are not satisfied.
Playing Back Still Pictures☞ p.79Viewing images on a TV
If you want to show your pictures to friends, you can display
them on your TV monitor. To view images on your TV, connect the camera to the TV with the video cable.
Viewing Images on a TV

26

☞ p.88

Viewing images on a PC☞

Viewing Images with your PC
p.96
Viewing Images with your Macintosh

Quick Start

Once you have installed the USB driver on your PC, you can viewrecorded images and edit them on your PC just by connecting thecamera to the PC with the USB cable and downloading the images.
Or you can remove the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard from thecamera and transfer the data to your PC using a card reader. If you
use a laptop computer, you can transfer the image data by fitting
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard into the card adapter andinserting the card adapter into the card slot. (To remove theSD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard from the camera and transfer
images using another device, refer to the operating manual for thedevice.)☞ p.106

Printing images by a printing service
Prints of images recorded on the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
can be ordered in the same way as with conventional photographs
by taking the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard to a store that
performs printing.
The number of prints can be specified and dates can be included in
the prints if DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is set before taking
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard to a store that performs
DPOF printing.
Setting the Printing Service☞ p.8927

Common Operations

Turning the Camera On and Offz Power switch

Playback buttonz Press the power switch. (The power switch is illuminated
Common Operations

by a green light.)
The camera will turn on.
When the camera is turned on, the lens extends.
Press the power switch again to turn the camera off.

Playback Only Mode
Press the power switch on while pressing the Playback button activates the Playback Only mode.
• When the camera turns on in Playback Only mode, thelens does not extend.
• To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode,turn the camera off and then turn it on again.
Playing Back Still Pictures☞ p.79

Voice Recorder Mode
Holding the power switch down for more than 2 seconds
activates the Voice Recording Only mode. (The powerswitch is illuminated by a red light.)• To switch from Voice Recording Only mode to Capture
Only mode or Playback Only mode, turn the camera off
and then turn it on again.
Recording Sound Only28

☞ p.76

Using the Button Functions









buttonChanges the flash mode. (☞ p.39)
buttonChanges the focus mode as follows. (☞ p.37)
Macro mode (☞ p.37)
Super macro mode (☞ p.37)
Infinity-landscape mode (☞ p.37) Manual focus mode (☞ p.38)
Move focusing area (☞ p.38)
 Zoom button
Changes the size of the subject. (☞ p.22)
 Four-way controller ()Changes the EV compensation in all modes. (☞ p.52)
The function registered on the four-way controller can bechanged in the Fn settings. (☞ p.120)
Adjusts the ratio when the digital filter is set to Slim Filteron the virtual mode dial. (☞ p.60)
 Four-way controller ()() Selects self-timer mode, remote control mode and continuous
shooting mode.
() Displays the virtual mode dial and changes the shooting mode
Adjusts the focus inmode. (☞ p.38)
 OK button
Determines the Menu items. (☞ p.32)
 MENU button
Displays the active menus in [Rec. Mode], [Playback] and [Set-up]. (☞ p.32)
Display button
Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (☞ p.40, 81)
Playback button
Switches to Playback mode. (☞ p.24).

Common Operations

Capture Mode

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






Playback Mode
Common Operations

buttonDeletes the image. (☞ p.84)
buttonProtects the image from erasure. (☞ p.87)
 Zoom / /buttondisplays nine images at once. (☞ p.82)– + changes the size of the Zoom Display image, displayed on the LCD monitor. (☞ p.79)
 Four-way controller ()() Sets the DPOF (☞ p.89) for the print service.
() Displays the image you wish to view. (☞ p.25)
 MENU button
Displays the active menus in [Playback] and [Set-up].
(☞ p.32)
 OK button
Determines the Menu items. (☞ p.32)
 Display button
Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor.
(☞ p.40, 81)
Playback button
Switches to Playback mode. (☞ p.24)

memo

30

• When the camera is turned on in Playback Only mode, pressing the Playback button does not change the mode to the
Capture mode.
Turn the camera off and turn it on again to switch from playback only mode to capture mode.







Voice Recorder Mode
When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again,
stops recording.
 Four-way controller() Starts playback. When pressed during playback,pauses playback.
() Selects a recorded file before playback.
If there are no recorded indexes:
When () is pressed during playback, rewinds 5 seconds.
When () is pressed during playback, advances 5
seconds.
If there are recorded indexes:
When () is pressed during playback, plays backstarting from the previous index.
When () is pressed during playback, plays backstarting from the next index.
 Playback button
Switches between Voice Recorder Mode and Playbackmode.
 MENU button
When pressed during recording, an index can be added.

Common Operations

 Shutter release button

When the shutter release button is pressed for more than 1 sec-

memo ond, recording continues for as long as the button is held down
and stops when the button is released.

31Setting the Menus
When you press the MENU button, the menus are displayed on the
LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings, and change thecamera settings on these menus.

How to Set the Menus
When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Common Operationsz Press the MENU button.
The menu screen will be displayed. The selected area will
be displayed in a green frame.

x Press the four-way controller ().

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

c Use the four-way controller () to select an item.

Use the four-way controller () to move the frame up or
down.

v Use the four-way controller () to change the setting.
v’ If there is a Select screen, use the four-way controller ()to move to the Select screen.
When you have finished making the settings, press the OK
button to return to the menu.

b Press the OK button.
The settings will be saved and the screen will return to capture or playback status.
Caution32• If you press any buttons except the OK button before
press the OK button and leave the menu screen, anychanges to setting will not be saved.
• Even if you press the OK button and leave the menu
screen, if you remove the battery before turning off thecamera or do not otherwise turn off the camera correctly,
any changes to setting will not be saved.

Example of menu operationz MENU buttonx[[

Rec.Mode] menu

Playback] menu[

Set-up] menu

Playback

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Copy image&Sound
ResizeTrimming
Alarm
Slideshow

AWB
Multiple

Set-up

Off
3sec

Auto

1/1 MENU Exit

OK Ok

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

c
Common Operations

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

v

c

Rec. Mode

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple50

v’c

Select screen
Rec. Mode

Alarm

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

On
2sec
Off
Parallel Mode

Flash
White Balance
EV Compensation
Digital Zoom
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

1/2 MENU Exit

OK Ok

c
To the next screen
•

memo
•

If you press the shutter release button halfway to leave the menu screen andswitch to Capture mode (playback mode in playback only mode), anychanges to the setting will not be saved.
When you display the menu from Capture mode, the [Rec. Mode] menu will
be displayed, and when you display the menu from Playback mode, the[Playback] menu will be displayed.

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Menu List
[

Rec.Mode] Menu

: Adjustable
: Any changes made are invalid.
Item

Description

Recorded
PixelsFor selecting the size of recorded
pixels.

Quality Level

For selecting the image compression rate.

White Balance

For adjusting the color balanceaccording to lighting.

Default Setting
2048 × 1536

Reference
320 × 240

p.41



p.42
p.43

AWB (Auto)

Common Operations[]
Focusing Area For changing the Area of the autofocus.
(Multiple)
AE Metering

For setting the metering method todetermine the exposure.

Sensitivity

For setting the Sensitivity.

Auto

Digital Zoom

For taking digital zoom pictures.

On

Instant Review

For setting the instant review time.

1 sec



p.45
p.46

Fast Fwd Movie For setting the startup, shutter and Off
button operation sounds.



p.47
p.71




p.48
p.73



3D ModeFor taking 3D pictures.

MemoryFor saving the shooting function settings when the camera is turned off. Normal

Sharpness

For setting the sharpness.

Normal

p.49

Saturation

For setting the saturation.

Normal

p.50

Contrast

For setting the contrast.

Normal

p.51

EVCompensation

For adjusting the exposure
between –2.0 and +2.0.

±0.0

memo

34

Panorama Picture Mode•

Parallel mode

(3D only)

p.63
p.74

p.52

For “” items, you can change the setting on the menu screen, however,any changes are invalid in actual operation.

 [Playback] Menu
Item

Description

Reference

Copy image & Sound

For copying files between the Built-in memory and theSD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

p.95

ResizeChanges the size of images

p.92

Trimming

For trimming images

p.94

Alarm

For setting the alarm to ring at a specific time

p.122

Slideshow

Recorded images are played successively.

p.83

Set-up] Menu
Item

Description

Reference

FormatFor formatting the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard

p.110

Sound

For setting the startup, shutter, button operation sounds, and the volume

p.111

Start-up Screen

For setting the Start-up screen when the camera is turned on.

p.112

Date Style

For setting the date stylep.113

Date Adjust

For adjusting the date and time

p.114

World TimeFor setting the world time

p.114

Language/

For changing the language in which menus and messages are displayed

p.116

Video OutFor setting the video output format

p.117

Sleep Timeout

For setting the power saving function

p.118

Auto Power Off

For turning off the power automaticallyp.118

Quick Delete

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

p.119

Quick Zoom

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

p.119

Fn Setting

For registering a function on the four-way controller ( )

p.120

Reset

For returning the camera settings to defaults

p.121

Common Operations

 [

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Taking Pictures

Setting the Shooting Functions
Changing the Mode
Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is forplaying back or erasing images.

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
• To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the

Playback button.
• To change from Playback mode to Capture mode, press the

Playback button or the shutter release button halfway.

Selecting the Capture Mode

Taking Pictures

Display the virtual mode dial and select the shooting mode.
There are 8 modes to choose from.
Standard mode

Lets you set all the functions.

p.22

Picture mode

Lets you set the functions according to the situation. There are 7
available modes in Picture mode.

p.54

Night-Scene mode

Lets you take dark scenes such as p.55
night views.

(Default
setting)

Movie Picture mode Lets you take movies.

p.56

Panorama Assist
mode

Lets you take panorama pictures.

p.58

3D Image mode

Lets you take 3D pictures.

p.63

Digital Filter mode

Lets you set a color filter.

p.60

USER mode

Lets you activate the preset function settings simply by turning thecamera on.

p.62

z Press the four-way controller () inxc36

Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.
Move the icon for the desiredmode to the top of the dial using
the four-way controller ( ).
The icon will be surrounded by agreen frame.
Press the OK button.

OK Ok

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Selecting the Focus Mode
 Focus Mode
(No icon) Autofocus mode

Macro modeThis mode is used when the distance to the subject isapprox. 18 cm – 50 cm (7 inch – 20 inch). When the
shutter release button is pressed halfway, the camera
is focused on the object in the autofocus area.

Super macro modeThis mode is used when the distance to the subject
is approximately 6 cm – 20 cm. (2.4 inch – 8 inch).
The camera is focused on the subject in the autofocus area continuously pressing with the shutter
release button halfway.

Infinity-landscape modeThis mode is used for taking distant objects.

Manual focus mode

Adjust focus manually by the four-way controller ().

Focusing area mode

The position of the autofocus area is changed.

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The camera is focused on the subject in the autofocus area when the shutter release button is pressedhalfway. Use this mode when the distance to thesubject is more than 40 cm (1.3 ft).

z Press theorbutton in Capture mode.
The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed
and the setting is displayed on the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take the picture in the set focus mode.

• The default setting of the focus mode is [Autofocus mode].

memo • The zoom position is fixed at the middle and the flash will notdischarge in [Super Macro Mode].
• When the movie picture mode (☞ p.56) is selected, thefocus mode is set to Autofocus mode, Infinity-landscapemode and Manual focus mode.
• The flash does not fire in Super Macro mode.

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Caution

If you take a picture while looking through the viewfinderwhen the focus mode is set on Macro and Super Macro, therange of the resulting picture will differ from what was seenin the viewfinder.
Be sure to check the image on the LCD monitor.

Manual Focus
When the mode is set to, the central portion of the pictureis enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus adjustment. Use the four-way controller to adjust the focus while
watching the indicator on the monitor.
For distant focus
For closer focus

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After the focus is set, press any buttons except the four-way controller () or take a finger off from the four-way controller ().
The screen returns to the normal display two seconds later.

memo• The central portion of the picture is not enlarged when thedigital zoom is enabled.
Saving the Focus Mode☞ p.74

Changing the Focusing Point
In autofocus mode, you can change the focusing point by moving the autofocus area.

z In focusing area mode, press the four-way controller() to move the autofocus area.

x Press the shutter release button.
To return the autofocus area to its original location, press
thebutton again.

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Selecting the Flash Mode
(No icon) Auto flash

The flash discharges automatically depending on thelight conditions.
The flash will not discharge, regardless of the brightness.

Flash On

The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.

Auto flash + Red-eye
Reduction

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes causedby the light from the flash being reflected in the subject’seyes. The flash discharges automatically.

Flash On + Red-eye Reduction This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyescaused by the light from the flash being reflected in thesubject’s eyes. The flash will discharge regardless oflighting conditions.

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Flash Off• The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to, continuous shooting or infinity-landscape.
• In [Auto flash + Red-eye Reduction] and [Flash On + Red-eye
Reduction] modes, the flash discharges once to make thepupils of the subject’s eyes smaller shortly before the main
flash discharges to take the picture.

z Press the

button in Capture mode.
The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed
and the icon is displayed on the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take the picture in the set flash mode.

Status of the Focus Status Lamp and Flash Status Lamp
☞ p.23
Saving the Flash Mode ☞ p.74
CautionUsing the flash in Macro mode may cause the image to beoverexposed.

39Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode
You can display information on the LCD monitor when shooting.
The display mode can be changed by pressing the Display button.
123 4 5 9 6

Display On
Shooting information is displayed.
q Flash mode w Shooting modee Focus mode r Capture modet AF framey Number of recordable images
u Date & time i Battery indicatoro Card/Built-in memory

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Histogram Display
The brightness distribution of the image isdisplayed.
The x-axis shows the brightness (darkest at
the left end and brightest at the right end)
and the y-axis shows the pixel numbers.
q Histogramw Recorded pixels
e Quality level r White balancet AE metering y Sensitivity
u Card/Built-in memory➞

Display Off
No shooting information is displayed.
• The AF frame is displayed in
Autofocus mode.
• If any of the modes are changed suchas Flash mode, the mode you
have changed is displayed for a few
seconds.

➞

LCD Monitor Off
Turn off the LCD monitor.
(The LCD monitor is not turned off in
Playback mode.)

Display On
Caution40• The display cannot be turned off inmode.

Saving the Display Mode☞ p.74,,andRec. Modexcz

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Selecting the Recorded Pixels
You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2048 ×
1536], [1600 × 1200], [1024 × 768] and [640 × 480].
Suited for printing on A4 paper (8 1/2 × 11)
Suited for printing on A5 paper
Suited for printing on postcards
Suited for attaching to E-mails or for creating
websitesz Select [Recorded Pixels] on the[

Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ()to change the size.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

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

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto• The recorded pixels is fixed at 320 × 240 pixels in the movie
picture mode.
• If you select a large size, the picture may appear distinct
when it is printed out.

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Selecting the Quality Levels
You can choose the image compression rate. The more stars,
the clearer the quality and the larger the volume.
The recorded pixels setting also changes the picture volume.

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BEST

Lowest compression ratio. Suited for photo prints.

BETTER

Standard compression ratio. Suited for viewing theimage on a computer screen.

GOOD

Highest compression ratio. Suited for attaching toemails or creating webpages.

z Select [Quality Level] on the[

Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ()to select the size.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

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Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
MultipleAutoRec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

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AWB
Multiple
Auto

Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting (White Balance)
You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the whitebalance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting.
The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.

Daylight

Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

Shade
TungstenLight

Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.

FluorescentLight

Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescentlight.

ManualUse this mode when taking pictures by adjusting thewhite balance manually.

Use this mode when taking pictures under electric orother tungsten light.

Taking PicturesAutoz Select [White Balance] on the[

Rec.Mode] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ().

White Balance

The white balance screen will be
displayed.

AWB

c Use the four-way controller ()to select the setting.

v Press the OK button twice.

MENU Exit

OK Ok

The camera is ready to take the picture.
Saving the White Balance ☞ p.74

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Manual Settingz Select [] (manual) on the whitebalance screen.

White Balance

AWB

x Point your camera at a blank sheetof paper so that it fills the screen.

c Press the Display button.

DISPLAY

AdjustMENU Exit

The white balance is automaticallyadjusted, [Adjust] is displayed on
the LCD monitor and the display
returns to the menu screen.

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

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OK Ok

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area)
You can change the angle of the autofocus area.
Multiple
Spot

Normal range
The autofocus range becomes smaller. (Spot)[

Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ()to change the setting.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Taking Picturesz Select [Focusing Area] on the

The AF area does not appear in the viewfinder. Always checkmemo the focusing area on the LCD monitor.
Saving the Focusing Area Setting ☞ p.74

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Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

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AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering)
You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure thebrightness and determine the exposure.

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Multi segment
Center-weighted

The exposure is determined by the entire screen.
The exposure is determined mainly by the center of the screen.

Spot

The exposure is determined by the small area in the center ofthe screen only.

z Select [AE Metering] on the[Rec. Mode

Rec.Mode] menu.

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

x Use the four-way controller ()to change the metering mode.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Saving the AE Metering Method ☞ p.74
Whenis selected, the metering point moves in correspon-

memo dence with movement of the focusing area.

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Sensitivity
You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.

 Sensitivity

100
200

The camera sets the sensitivity automatically.
• The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the lessnoise. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.
• The higher the sensitivity, the faster the shutter speed in low
light conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may
be affected by noise.

z Select [Sensitivity] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.
x Use the four-way controller ()Taking Pictures

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Rec. Modeto select the sensitivity.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Saving the Sensitivity ☞ p.74

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Instant Review time (Instant Review)
You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5sec., 1sec.,
2sec., 3sec., 4sec., 5sec. or off (no display).

Taking Picturesz Select [Instant Review] on the [x Use the four-way controller ()to select the display time.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

Rec.Mode] menu.
Rec. Mode

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

2/3 MENU Exit

On
2sec
Off
Parallel

OK Ok

The Instant Review setting is saved when the camera is turned

memo off.

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or
soft outlines.

Rec. Modeto change the setting from
[Normal] to [Hard (+)] or [Soft (–)].

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

2/3 MENU Exit

On
2sec
Off
Parallel

OK Ok

Taking Picturesz Select [Sharpness] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.
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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)
You can set the color saturation.

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z Select [Saturation] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.
x Use the four-way controller ()Rec. Modeto change the setting from
[Normal] to [Hard (+)] or [Soft (–)].

Saturation
Contrast
EV Compensation± 0.0

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

3/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)
You can set the image contrast.

to change the setting from
[Normal] to [Hard (+)] or [Soft (–)].

Rec. Mode

Saturation
Contrast
EV Compensationc Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

3/3 MENU Exit

± 0.0

OK Ok

Taking Picturesz Select [Contrast] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.
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Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
MultipleAuto

EV Compensation
You can take pictures that are intentionally over-exposed orunder-exposed.

z Select [EV Compensation] on theRec. Mode

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Saturation[
Rec. Mode] menu.
Contrast
x Use the four-way controller () to EV Compensation
select the EV setting in the rangeof –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV
steps.
3/3 MENU Exit
To brighten, set positive +.
To darken, set negative –.
c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.

± 0.0

OK Ok

Saving the EV Compensation Value ☞ p.74
EV Compensation is registered on the four-way controller ()memo in the Fn default settings. ☞ p.120
Caution52

The light metering method is either center-weighted or spot
when the EV setting is adjusted.

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v
Setting the Functions (Standard Mode)
In Standard mode (), you can set all the camera functions.

Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.
x Use the four-way controller () to).
select Standard mode (OK Okc Press the OK button.
v Set the functions you want to use.
Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions” (p.36 to p.52) for
details of how to set the functions.
b Press the shutter release button.
The picture is taken.

Taking Picturesz Press the four-way controller () in

Taking Still Pictures ☞ p.22

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Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting
Scene (Picture mode)
You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene.
 Picture mode
There are nine available modes in Picture mode.
LandscapeEnables to take landscape photos with bright colors.

FlowerEnables to take flower photos bright in color.

Portrait

Enables to take portraits with spatial effect, by emphasizing the person.

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Self-Portrait Enables you to take pictures of yourself or to be included in pictures.
Surf & Snow Enables to take clear photos at dazzling places like beaches andsnow covered mountains.
Autumn Colors

Enables you to take colorful photos of trees in autumn.

SunsetEnables to reproduce beautiful colors for sunrise and sunset photos.

z Press the four-way controller () in Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.

x Use the four-way controller () to
select the Picture mode dial ( ).
The default setting is ( ).
The Picture mode dial appears.

c Press the four-way controller () to
select the desired mode.

OK Ok

v Use the four-way controller () tomove the icon for the Picture mode
you want to set at the top of thedial.

b Press the OK button.
The Picture mode is selected.

n Press the shutter release button.

OK Ok

The picture is taken.
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Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode)
You can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of darkscenes, such as nightscapes.

z Press the four-way controller () in Capture mode.
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The virtual mode dial appears.

x Use the four-way controller ()to move the icon for night-scenemode ( ) at the top of the dial.

c Press the OK button.
v Press the shutter release button.
The picture is taken.

OK Ok

Using the shutter release button ☞ p.23
Playing back still pictures ☞ p.24

CautionThe shutter speed is slower when taking pictures of darkscenes. To prevent camera shaking, secure the camera on a
tripod or other surface.

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Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode)
This mode enables you to take moving images and sound.
The maximum length of one recording (1 set) is approximately
30 seconds.

Taking Picturesz Press the four-way controller ()in Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.

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2 53 45•12secx Use the four-way controller ()to display the Movie Picture modeat the top of the dial.

c Press the OK button.

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e Recordable time for next set r Number of remaining setst Card/Built-in memoryv Press the shutter release button.
Shooting will start. You can change the size of the image
using the Zoom button.
: makes the image bigger.
: makes the image smaller.

b Press the shutter release button.
Shooting will end.

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Keeping the shutter release button pressed
If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than
one second, pictures will be taken for as long as you keep the
button pressed. Shooting stops when you take a finger off fromthe shutter release button.
Playing Back Movie Pictures ☞ p.80

CautionFast Forward Movie Mode ☞ p.73

Taking Pictures• The flash will not discharge in Movie Picture mode.
• Infinity-landscape shooting is not possible in Movie
Picture mode.
• The LCD monitor cannot be turned off in Movie Picturemode.
• Sound cannot be recorded when [Fast Fwd Movie] is set
to ON.
• Autofocus mode, Infinity-landscape mode and Manual
focus mode can be set in Movie Picture mode.
• Only the digital zoom can be used to change the size ofthe image in Movie Picture mode. Use the LCD monitor
when recording a movie picture.

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Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)
You can take a number of images and join them together toform a panorama picture. The panorama software provided withthe camera and a computer that supports Windows are necessary for joining the images.

Taking Picturesz Press the four-way controller ()in Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.

x Use the four-way controller ()Set shift direction

to display the Panorama Assist) at the top of the dial.
mode (c Press the four-way controller ().
v Use the four-way controller tochoose the direction in which theimages will be joined.
 Joins the images at the left.
 Joins the images at the right.
 Joins the images at the top.
 Joins the images at the bottom.
The example shows the images when  is selected.

b Take the first picture.
Press the shutter release button totake the first image. The right edgeof the image is displayed in transparent form on the left of the LCD
monitor.

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Repeat the above procedure to takethe third and subsequent pictures.

m Press the OK button.

The screen returns to Step v.

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CautionTo cancel Panorama mode, change to another mode.

• The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama
software provided with the camera.
• Continuous shooting is not possible in Panorama Assistmode.
• A computer that supports Windows is necessary for joining images to form a panorama picture. (The software
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Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode)
You can take pictures using digital filters. The filters consist ofcolor filters such as red, blue and green, and a slim filter that
produces a slim effect.

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 Color Filters
Eight color filters are provided: black-and-white, sepia, red, pink,violet, blue, green and yellow. When you select a color filter inthe Digital Filter mode, the display on the LCD monitor is filteredwith the selected color, and the pictures are taken in that color.

 Slim Filter
You can set the degree of slimness in 8 steps vertically or horizontally.

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

x Use the four-way controller () to select the Digital
Filter mode.

c Press the four-way controller ().
The filter options screen is displayed.

v Use the four-way controller () to select the filter you
want to use.

b Press the OK button.
n Press the shutter release button.
The picture is taken.

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When you select the slim filter in Digital Filter Mode, the slimness setting screen is displayed.

z Use the four-way controller () to set the slimness.
Decreases slimness.
Increases slimness.

x Press the OK button.
The camera returns to digital filter mode.
Caution• The digital zoom cannot be used when the slim filter isselected.

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Using Preset Function Settings (User Mode)In User mode, you can take pictures using the functions andsettings registered in advance in User mode.

z Press the four-way controller () in
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x Use the four-way controller () to
select User mode ().

c Press the OK button.
v Press the shutter release button.
The picture is taken.
Registering Functions in User Mode ☞ p.75

625Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.
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Taking Stereo Pictures (3D Image Mode)
You can take 3D pictures using the LCD monitor and view themby the parallel method or cross method (p.65). If you print out
the 3D pictures and look at them through the 3D image viewer
provided, the image will appear in three dimensions.

The default setting is [Parallel]. If you do not need to switch to[Cross], go to Step b.

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

x Press the four-way controller ()to select [3D Mode].

c Use the four-way controller ()Rec. Mode

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

On
2sec
Off
Parallel Mode

2/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

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Select the viewing mode.

to select [Parallel].
To view the picture with the 3D image viewer, select [Parallel].
You can also view it without the image viewer.

v Press the OK button.
The 3D image mode screen appears again.

Take the picturesb Press the four-way controller () in Capture mode.
The virtual mode dial appears.

n Use the four-way controller () to select the 3D mode.

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The screen for taking the first image appears in the left halfof the LCD monitor.

, Take the first image.

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Hold the camera so that the subject
is in the middle of the left half of thescreen and press the shutter releasebutton. The image is displayed in theleft half of the LCD monitor. The righthalf of the screen is for taking thesecond image.

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. Move the camera to the right without changing your stance.

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Make sure that the subject is in the
middle of the right half of the screen
and press the shutter release button.

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• To cancel the 3D image mode change to another Capturemode.
• A clear three-dimensional effect will not be achieved if the two
images are taken in widely different positions (heights) or are
not straight. When taking a person, you are recommended to
ask your model to stay as still as possible and to take thesecond picture as quickly as you can. It is easier to take thepictures if you use a tripod or appropriate base.
• As a guide, the camera should be moved about 1/40 of the
distance between the camera and the subject. For example, if
the subject is 3m away, the distance the camera should be
moved will be 3m÷40=7.5cm.
However, as the way people see three-dimensional images
differs from person to person, there is no need to be too concerned. Refer to the table below for a simple guide to how far
to move the camera.

Distance to subject

0.1 m

0.3 m

0.5 m

1m

3m

5m

Camera movement

0.5 cm1 cm

1.5 cm

2.5 cm

7.5 cm13 cm

 Viewing 3D pictures by the parallel method and crossmethodAs our eyes are positioned about 6 – 7 cm apart, there is a veryslight deviation between what we see with our right eye andwhat we see with our left eye. The difference is processed byour brain to produce a three-dimensional image. This principle isapplied to taking and viewing 3D pictures.
3D pictures can be viewed by the parallel method where the left
and right lines of vision are virtually parallel, as when looking at
a distant scene, or the cross method where the left and rightlines of vision are crossed, as when you cross your eyes. A certain amount of practice may be necessary to view 3D pictures
without using the viewer.

 How to Assemble the 3D Image Viewer
Assemble the 3D image viewer supplied with the camera as
shown below.

Taking Pictures65 How to view 3D pictures using the 3D image viewer
Print out the pictures so that they are about 11cm or 12cm wideand place the divider of the 3D image viewer in the middle ofthe two.

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As the distance between the left and right eyes differs from per-memo son to person, some people may have difficulty obtaining athree-dimensional effect even when looking at prints that are thesame size. It may be especially difficult if the pictures are verylarge or very small. Try different sizes until the right effect isachieved.
Caution66• Never look at the sun through the 3D image viewer.
• Do not leave the 3D image viewer where it is exposed todirect sunlight as this may lead to fire.

 Example of a 3D picture

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z

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button ispressed.

z Press the four-way controller ()Taking Pictures

button to display
monitor.

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Pictures will be taken continuously while the shutter releasebutton is pressed. Shooting stops when you take a finger off
from the shutter release button.
Playing Back Images ☞ p.24

memoCaution68• You can continue shooting until the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard is full.
• The interval will vary according to the [Recorded Pixels] and[Quality Level] setting.
• The flash will not discharge in Continuous Shooting mode.
• Continuous shooting is not available for Movie Picture,
Panorama Assist and 3D Image modes.

xzUsing the Self-Timer
The picture will be taken 10 seconds after the shutter releasebutton is pressed.

z Press the four-way controller () in Capture mode to dison the LCD monitor.

The self-timer is engaged and theself-timer lamp lights. The picture istaken approximately 3 seconds after
the self-timer lamp starts to blink.

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Taking Pictures

play

x Press the shutter release button.

• If you turn the LCD monitor on, the second count will be displayed.
• To cancel the self-timer, press the four-way controller or the
Menu button while the second count is displayed.
• In 3D Image mode, both the first and second images will betaken with the self-timer engaged.
Playing Back Still Pictures ☞ p.24
Taking a Picture of Yourself ☞ p.54

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zUsing the Remote Control Unit (optional)
You can take pictures using the remote control F (optional).

z Press the four-way controller () in
Taking Pictures

Capture mode to display () on
the LCD monitor.
The self-timer lamp will blink and thecamera is ready to take pictures.

x Press the shutter release button on

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the remote control unit.
The self-timer lamp will blink rapidly and the picture will betaken after approximately three seconds.

Playing Back Images ☞ p.79
• The buttons on the camera can be used in the same way.

memo • Please ensure that the remote control unit is no more than 4
meters away from the front of the camera.
• To take a picture immediately after pressing the shutter releasebutton on the remote control unit, press the four-way controller
in step z to display
on the LCD monitor.
• You can use the remote control E (optional) to operate thezoom.

 Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit

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A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera
approximately 30,000 times. If the battery needs changing, contact your nearest Pentax customer service center. (A charge ismade for changing the battery.)z

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

z Press the Zoom button in Capture

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mode.

When the digital zoom function isdisabled, you can take pictures at
up to 3 times magnification using
the optical zoom.
When the digital zoom is enabled,
you can further enlarge the subject
to a maximum magnification equivalent to 12 times.

Zoom bar

Digitalzoom range

Taking Pictures: makes the subject larger: makes the subject smaller

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When digital zoom
is enabled

Saving the Zoom Position ☞ p.74

memo

You cannot use the optical zoom in Movie Picture mode.

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Enabling the Digital Zoom Functionz Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [Rec.Mode] menu will be displayed.

x Press the four-way controller ()to select [Digital Zoom].

c Use the four-way controller () to
select [On].

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

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

On
2sec
Off
Parallel Mode

2/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

• When you turn the LCD monitor off, the digital zoom isdisabled even if the digital zoom function is set to On.
• If [Slim] has been selected for the digital filter, you cannot
use the digital zoom.

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memo

• When you use the digital zoom function, the object should befocused by the LCD monitor.

Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting ☞ p.74

b
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z

Taking Time-lapse Movie Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie)
This mode lets you take movie pictures at a delayed frame rate
so that when you play the movie back, the action appears
speeded up. This function is useful for recording a blooming
flowers, etc.

The [Rec.Mode] menu will be displayed.

x Press the four-way controller () to select [Fast Fwd
Movie].

c Use the four-way controller () to

200
30sec
x2

choose [Off (×1)], [×2], [×5], [×10],[×20], [×50] or [×100].

v Press the OK button.
b Press the shutter release button.

Taking Picturesz Press the MENU button in Movie Picture mode.

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Shooting in Fast Forward Movie mode starts.

memo• Off (×1) is the normal setting for movie pictures (12 frames
per second). Each time ×2 or ×5 is selected, the number offrames taken per second is reduced to 1/2 or 1/5.
• As movie pictures are normally played back at the rate of 12
frames per second, movies taken at ×2 are played back twice
as fast and movies taken at ×5 are played back five times as
fast.
• Sound cannot be recorded.
Movie Picture Mode ☞ p.56

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Saving the Settings (Memory)

Saving the Menu Items (Memory)
You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when thecamera is turned off. If you select[On], the settings will be saved in
the status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If
you select[Off], the settings will be reset to the defaults when thecamera is turned off.
Item

The flash mode setting on the

White Balance

The [White Balance] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu
is saved.

Taking Pictures

The set EV compensation value is saved.

Digital Zoom

The [Digital Zoom] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu is
saved.

AE Metering

The [AE Metering] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu is
saved.
The [Sensitivity] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu is
saved.

Sensitivity

Default Setting

button is saved.

EV Compensation

Focus Mode

The focus mode setting is saved.

Zoom Position

The zoom position setting is saved.

MF

The manual focus position is saved.

DISPLAY

The LCD monitor display mode is saved.

File #

The file number is saved. If a new SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard is inserted,the sequential file number
is assigned.

memo

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DescriptionFlash• Menu items not included in [Memory] will also be saved in thesettings selected on the menus for each function when thecamera is turned off.
• The zoom position setting in the digital zoom range will not
be saved even if [Zoom Position] is set to On in [Memory].
• [Memory] can be set separately in User mode and othershooting modes.

z Press the MENU button in Capture

Rec. Mode

Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Fast Fwd Movie
3D ModeMemorySharpness

On
2sec
Off
Parallel Mode

2/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

mode.

x Press the four-way controller() to select [Memory].

c Press the four-way controller ().
[Memory] menu will be displayed.

v Use the four-way controller () to

Alarm

select the item.

FlashWhite Balance
EV Compensation
Digital Zoom
AE Metering
Sensitivityb Use the four-way controller () to
select[On] or[Off].

n Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to take thepicture.

1/2 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Register Functions in User Mode

 Functions registered in User mode
Items registered in User mode

Default setting

Page

Flash mode

Auto

p.39

Drive mode

Normalp.68~70

Focus mode

Autofocus

p.36

Manual focus position

Infinity

p.38

Recorded pixels

2048×1536

p.41

QualityTaking Pictures

Functions set with the Capture Mode on User will be registeredin User mode.

p.42

White balance

AWB (auto)

p.43

Focusing area

Multiplep.45

AE metering(Multi segment)

p.46

Sensitivity

Auto

p.47

Digital zoom

On

p.71

Instant review

1 sec

p.48

Mode memory

All Onp.74

Sharpness

Normalp.49

Saturation

Normalp.50

Contrast

Normalp.51

Fn settings

EV compensation

p.120

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Recording and Playback

Recording Sound (Voice Recorder Mode)
You can record sound. The recordable time is displayed on the
LCD monitor according to how much space is available on the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

xc
zv

z Press the power switch for more than 2 seconds.
The power switch is illuminated by a red light.
The recordable time is displayed on the LCD monitor.
 Remaining recordable time
 Recording time2
1

x Press the shutter release button.
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Recording starts. The self-timer lamp
and flash status lamp light during
recording.

00 : 00 : 30

00 : 00 : 00

c Press the shutter release button.
Recording stops. The remaining
recordable time is displayed.

Start

v To exit Voice Recorder mode, turn the camera off.
memo

• When you press the power switch, the lens extends, thenretracts immediately and the camera enters the Voice
Recorder mode.
• Sound is saved in WAVE monaural files.
• The microphone is located on the front of the camera. Aim
the camera to obtain the best sound.
• An index can be added by pressing the MENU button during
recording.
• When the shutter release button is pressed for more than 1
second after recording has started, recording continues for as
long as the button is held down and stops when the button isreleased.

Playing Back SoundYou can play back the recording you made in Voice Recorder
Mode.

xcv
zb
z Enter the Voice Recorder Mode and press the Playback
button.

x Use the four-way controller () to
select the recording you want toplay back.

c Press the four-way controller ().

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File recording time The following operations can be performed during playback.
Four-way controller ()Pauses playback
Press again to resume playback

If there are no recorded indexes:
Four-way controller ()Rewinds 5 seconds
Four-way controller ()Advances 5 seconds
If there are recorded indexes:
Four-way controller ()Four-way controller ()Zoom //

button (Zoom //

button ()

Recording and Playback

Playback will start.

Plays back from the previous data
Plays back from the next data
Increases the volume)

Reduces the volume

v Press the four-way controller ().
Playback will end.

b Press the Playback button.
The camera will switch to the Voice Recorder Mode.

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Adding a Voice Memo
You can add a voice memo to a captured image.

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z Enter the playback mode andchoose the image to which you
want to add a voice memo with thefour-way controller ().
The voice memo screen will be displayed on the LCD monitor while theimage is displayed.

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x Press the OK button.
Recording starts. You can record for up to 30 seconds.

c Press the OK button.
Recording stops.

memo

Caution• A voice memo cannot be added to an image which alreadyhas a voice memo.
•
appears on the screen when a voice memo is added.

• A voice memo cannot be added to protected () images.

Playback/Erasing/Editing

Playing Back ImagesxzcPlaying Back Still Pictures
See “Playing Back Images” (p.24), or “Playing Back Previous or
Next Images” (p.25).

Zoom Display
You can display images magnified up to a maximum of 4 times. A
guide to operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during magnification. (The magnification varies depending on the number ofrecorded pixels.)z Enter the Playback mode andFour-way controller (): Moves the position to be magnified

Zoom //

button ( ): Makes the image larger

Zoom //

button ()

Display button: Makes the image smaller

Playback/Erasing/Editing

choose the image you want tomagnify with the four-way controller ().
x Press / on the Zoom/ /button.
The image will be magnified (1× to 4×). If you keep pressing( ), the magnification of image will be changed continuously.
 The following operations can be performed while the magnified image is displayed.

: Turns the guide marks on/offc Press the MENU button.
Zoom playback will end.
Caution• The movie pictures cannot be magnified.
• If the camera is turned on in Playback Only mode, pressing
the Playback button will not change the mode to Capturemode. Turn the camera off and then turn it on again.

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v

Playing Back Movie Pictures
You can play back Movie pictures. A guide to operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during playback. You can play backthe recording you made in Voice Recorder mode at the sametime.

z Enter the Playback mode and choose the movie picture

you want to play back with the four-way controller ().

x Press the four-way controller ().

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 The following operations can be performed during playback.
Four-way controller ():Four-way controller ():Four-way controller ():Display button:

Reverse playback
Forward playback
Pause
Changes the Display mode The following operations can be performed while Pause isengaged.
Four-way controller ():Four-way controller ():Four-way controller ():Display button:

Frame reverse
Frame forward
Releases the Pause function
Changes the Display modec Press the four-way controller ().
Movie playback will end.

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

Displaying shooting information in Playback mode
Shooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor.
Pressing the Display button switches the information displayed.
31 27

Display On
Displays shooting information.
q Folder name w File namee Protect symbolr Four-way controller operation guidet Shooting date and timey Battery symbolu Card or Built-in memory icon

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5 4

➞

Histogram Display

9
2 3 4

Displays the brightness distribution across1
the image. The horizontal axis showsbrightness (left end is darkest, and rightend is brightest), and the vertical axis
shows the pixels.
q Histogramw Recorded pixels
e Quality
r White balance
1/125
t AE metering y Sensitivity
F2.6
u F number
i Shutter speed
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5

➞
Display On

Playback/Erasing/Editing

Does not display shooting information.

AUTO
AUTO

➞

Display Off

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2592

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z

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

z Enter the Playback mode and choose an image with thefour-way controller ().

x Press

Playback/Erasing/Editing82/
on the Zoom button/.
Nine images will be displayed withthe selected image in the center.
Choose an image with the four-way
controller ().
When 10 or more images have been
Selected image
recorded, the previous 9 images will
be displayed if you press the four-way controller () while
an image on the left row is selected. If you press the fourway controller () while an image on the right row is selected, next 9 images will be displayed.

c Press/on the Zoom button/.
The screen will return to single-image display of the selected image.
*In case of movies, a single-frame image will be displayed.

zcvb
x

Slideshow
You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard continuously.

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

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

c Select [Slideshow] with the fourway controller ().

1/1 MENU Exit

Off
3sec

OK Ok

to change the playback interval.
Choose from the following: 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 15 sec,
20 sec, 25 sec, 30 sec.

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

memo• If you press the OK button during continuous playback, theslideshow will stop.
• The slideshow will continue until you press any button.
• Movie pictures and pictures with a voice memo will be played
through to the end before the next picture is played back,regardless of the set playback interval.
• Recordings made in Voice Recorder mode are not playedback.

Playback/Erasing/Editingv Use the four-way controller ()Playback

Copy image&Sound
ResizeTrimming
Alarm
Slideshow83Erasing Imagesxzcv

Erasing a Single Image or Voice Memoz Enter the Playback mode and choose the image or voice
memo you want to erase with the four-way controller().

x Press the

button.
The Delete screen will be displayed.

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

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v Press the OK button.

DeleteCancelMENU Exit

All Images Sound OK Ok• You can also delete images from Instant Review (p.48).
) images (with thesymbol).
• If [Quick Delete] is set to On in the [Set-up] menu, Step c
can be omitted.

memo • You cannot erase protected (Erasing a Voice Memo only
If an image has a voice memo, you can erase the voice memo
without erasing the image.

z Enter the Playback mode and choose the image with thevoice memo that you want to erase with the four-way
controller ().

x Press the

button.
The Delete screen will be displayed.

c Select [Sound Delete] with thefour-way controller ().

v Press the OK button.

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Sound Delete
DeleteCancelMENU Exit

All Images
Ima es OK Ok

Select [Delete] in step c above to erase both the image andmemo the voice memo.

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z
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Erasing All Images
You can erase all the images and sound at once.
Caution• Once erased, images cannot be restored.
• Protected images/sound cannot be erased.

z Enter the Playback mode andpress thebutton twice.
The Delete All screen will be
displayed.

x Select [Delete All] with the fourway controller ().

Playback/Erasing/Editing86c Press the OK button.

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Delete all images &soundsDelete All
CancelMENU Exit

OK Ok

x
zcv

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

z Enter the Playback mode and choose the image/soundyou want to protect with the four-way controller ().
button.
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The Protect screen will be displayed.
Select [Protect] with the four-way
Protect
Unprotectcontroller ().
MENU Exit
All Images
a es & Sounds OK Ok
Press the OK button.

x Press thecv•Protecting All Images
You can protect all the images.

z Enter the Playback mode.
x Press the
button twice.

The Protect all screen will be displayed.

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

Playback/Erasing/Editing

Select [Unprotect] in step c to release the Protect setting.
symbol is displayed
when
All Images
the image/sound is played back.

memo • If the image is protected, theSelect [Unprotect] in step c to cancel the Protect setting on all

memo the images.
CautionEven protected images/sound will be erased by formatting
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

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Viewing Images on a TV

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

z Open the terminal cover and connect the AV cable.
x Connect the other end of the AV cable to the image input
terminal and sound input terminal on the TV.

c Turn the TV and camera on.
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Changing the Video Output Format ☞ p.117
If you intend to use the camera for a long time, use of the ACmemo adapter (optional) is recommended. Refer to the operating manual for the TV or equipment to which the camera is connected.

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

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Printing Single Image
Set the following items for each image.
 Copies
Set the number of prints up to a maximum of 99.
 DateSpecify whether you want the date imprinted on the print ornot.

() to choose the image for which you want to make
DPOF settings.

x Press the four-way controller ()100-0020

button.
The DPOF menu will be displayed.
CopiesDate
MENU Exit

1

DISP All Images
Ima es OK Ok

Playback/Erasing/Editingz Enter the Playback mode, use the four-way controller

89c Use the four-way controller () to
select the number of prints, thenpress the four-way controller ().
The frame will move to [Date].

v Use the four-way controller () to
select whether to insert the date ornot.

100-0020

CopiesDate
MENU Exit

3

DISP All Images
Ima es OK Ok(On): The date will be imprinted(Off): The date will not be imprinted
b Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.

memoCautionPlayback/Erasing/Editing90• If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, thepreviously set number of prints and On/Off date setting will
be displayed.
• To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of prints to 0 andpress the OK button.
• You cannot set the printing service for movie pictures orsound-only files.
• Depending on the printer or printing equipment at thephoto processing lab., the date may not be imprinted on
the pictures even if the DPOF setting was made.
• DPOF settings cannot be made on the images saved in
the Built-in memory. Copy them to the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard (p.95) and make DPOF settings.

zcvbnx

Printing All Images

z Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way controller ().

x Press the Display button.
c Use the four-way controller () to

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DPOF settings for all images

select the number of prints.
You can print up to 99 copies.

v Press the four-way controller ().
The frame will move to [Date].

CopiesDate
MENU Exitb Use the four-way controller () to select

1

OK Ok

[On] orn Press the OK button.
Prints can be made according to the settings.
• The setting for a single image will be cancelled.

memo • When you specify the number of prints in the DPOF setting,the number applies to all the images. Before printing, checkthat the number is correct.
• The setting is not possible for movie pictures.

Playback/Erasing/Editing[Off].
(On): The date will be printed.
(Off): The date will not be printed.

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Editing Images

Four-way controller(OK button in the center)

Menu button

Changing the Image Size
By changing the size and quality of a selected image, you canmake the file smaller than the original. After changing the size,
the image can be saved as a new image or written over theoriginal image.

z Press the MENU button.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The [Playback/Erasing/Editing
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Playback] menu will be displayed.

c Press the four-way controller () to select [Resize].
v Press the four-way controller ().
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The Resize screen will be displayed.

MENU Exit

OK Ok

b Use the four-way controller () to choose the image
you want to resize.

n Press the OK button.

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Select resolution andquality
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

640×480

MENU Exit

OK Ok

m Press the four-way controller () to select [Recorded
pixels].

, Press the four-way controller ().
The select frame moves to [Quality Level].

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

⁄0 Press the OK button.
⁄1 Press the four-way controller () to select [Overwrite]
or [Save as].

⁄2 Press the OK button.
The image will be resized.
• Movie pictures cannot be resized.

memo • You cannot select a larger size than that of the original
image.

Playback/Erasing/Editing93Trimming Images
You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image.

z Press the MENU button.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The [Playback] menu will be displayed.

c Press the four-way controller () to select [Trimming].
v Press the four-way controller ().
The image that can be trimmed.

b Choose the image you want to trim
with the four-way controller ().

n Press the OK button.
The trimming screen will be displayed.

m Trim the image.

MENU Exit

Size OK Ok
Siz

 Operations available on the Trimming screen.
Zoom/ /
button:Four-way controller ():MENU button:

Changes the size of the image
Moves the trimming position
up, down, right and left
Returns to the screen for
selecting an image to trim

, Press the OK button.
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The trimmed image will be saved as a separate image withsame quality level and recorded pixels of the original image.

memo• Movie pictures cannot be trimmed.

Copying Files
You can copy files from the Built-in memory to the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard and vice versa.
When files are copied from the Built-in memory to the card, all
the files are copied at once. When files are copied from the card
to the Built-in memory, the files are checked one at a time
before being copied.
z Press the MENU button.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The [Playback] menu is displayed.
c Press the four-way controller () to select [Copy Image &Sound].
v Press the four-way controller ().
The File Copy screen is displayed. Choose the copying
method you want to use.

To copy from the Built-in memory to the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard

b Select the copying method.


Selectand press the
OK button.
All the files will be copied to the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

Copy image & soundSD
SD
CancelMENU Exit

OK Ok

b Select the copying method.

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Selectand press the
Copy This Image
Copy
Ima e & Sound
OK button.
n Use the four-way controller () to
select the file you want to copy.
OK Ok
MENU Exitm Press the OK button.
The selected file will be copied to the Built-in memory.
SD

memo

• If the image has a voice memo attached, the sound file will
be copied at the same time as the image.
• When a file is copied from the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
to the Built-in memory, it is assigned a new file name.
• Be sure to turn the camera off before inserting or removing
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.

Playback/Erasing/Editing

To copy from the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard to the
Built-in memory95Viewing Images with your PC
By using the provided USB cable (I-USB7) or card reader andimage-browser software, you can transfer images recorded withthe camera to your PC and edit them or print them out.
This section explains how to view images on your PC using theprovided software (S-SW8).

About the included software
The included CD-ROM (S-SW8) contains the following software:- USB driver- Image viewing software (ACDSee™)- Panorama software (ACD Photostitcher)

System environment
OS:

Windows 98/98 SE/2000/Me
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
CPU:
Pentium or later recommended
Memory: 64MB or more
Hard disk space: 15MB or moreStandard equipped USB port

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To view movie pictures on your PC, Direct X 8.0 or later andMedia Player pre-installed on system, or QuickTime 3.0 or later
are required. For Windows Me/XP, Media Player pre-installed on
system, QuickTime 3.0 or later is required.
Caution• Not compatible with Windows 95/NT.
• When you connect the camera to your PC, you are recommended to use the AC adapter D-AC8. If the battery
power runs out while image data is being transferred, thedata may be lost.

Installing the software
The procedures for installing the necessary software are
explained.
Caution• If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP(Professional),
Please Login as an administrator user before starting
installation.
Refer to your PC’s operating manual for instructions on
how to login.

z Turn on your computer.
x Insert the CD-ROM (S-SW8) into your CD-ROM drive.
The PENTAX Software Installer screen will appear.

 If the PENTAX Software Installer screen is not displayed
Follow the procedure below to display the screen.
1) Double click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop.
2) Double click the [CD-ROM Drive (S-SW8)] icon.
3) Double click the [Setup.exe] icon.

c Click your applicable lan-

Installing the USB Driverv Click the [USB Driver] on
the Software Installer
screen.
The InstallShield Wizard
screen will appear.
Follow the instruction on thescreen.
Complete InstallShield
Wizard screen will appear.

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guage.
You can choose the language
from the following: English,
French, German, Spanish,
Italian and Japanese.

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b Click [Next] and then click [Finish].
Reboot your computer after the screen closes.

n Turn your camera off and plug the USB cable into yourcamera and into an available USB port on your computer.

m Turn your camera on.
Your computer will automatically detect the camera as new
hardware and window will display a notification confirming[Hardware Found : PENTAX OPTIO S] (Windows XP) or[Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)](Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000) in the task bar recognizedarea to begin the installation.

, Double click [My Computer] on the desktop.
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When the installation is completed, your camera can thenbe found in the [My Computer] window as [Removable
Disk].
Make sure that “ Removable Disk ” is displayed in the [Mycomputer] window.

memo• In the case of Windows XP, if the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard has a volume label attached, the content of
the volume label will be displayed instead of [Removable
Disk]. If the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard is new and has
not been formatted, the manufacturer and capacity of thecard may be displayed.

Installing the ACDSee™
When installing the ACDSee™, recorded images can be viewed
and edited on your computer.

z Turn on your computer.
x Insert the CD-ROM (S-SW8) into your CD-ROM drive.
The PENTAX Software Installer screen will appear.

 If the PENTAX Software Installer screen is not displayed
Follow the procedure below to display the screen.
1) Double click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop.
2) Double click the [CD-ROM Drive (S-SW8)] icon.
3) Double click the [Setup.exe] icon.

c Double click your applicable language.
You can choose the language from the following: English,
French, German, Spanish, Italian and Japanese.
v Click the [USB Driver].
The Setup screen will appear. Follow the on-screen guidance and enter the registration information. Reboot your PC
after installation finish.

Installing the ACD Photostitcher
If you have installed ACDSee™ and ACD Photostitcher in yourcomputer, you can join the images you have taken in Panorama
assist mode.
Make sure that the ACDSee™ has been installed.

The PENTAX Software Installer screen will appear.

 If the PENTAX Software Installer screen is not displayed
Follow the procedure below to display the screen.
1) Double click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop.
2) Double click the [CD-ROM Drive (S-SW8)] icon.
3) Double click the [Setup.exe] icon.

c Double click your applicable language.
You can choose the language from the following: English,
French, German, Spanish, Italian and Japanese.
v Click the [ACD Photostitcher].
The Setup screen will appear. Follow the on-screen guidance and enter the registration information.
The screen will return to PENTAX Software Installer. Clickthe [Exit] to finish.

Playback/Erasing/Editingz Turn on your computer.
x Insert the CD-ROM (S-SW8) into your CD-ROM drive.

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Displaying and copying images using ACDSee™

z Turn your computer on.
x Make sure the camera is turned off and connect it toyour computer with the USB cable.
Make sure that there is an SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard in the camera.

c Turn your camera on.

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ACDSee starts up automatically and the list of images isdisplayed. Go to Step b.
v If ACDSee fails to startup automatically, double-click the [ACDSee]
icon on the desktop.
Your camera can befound in the [MyComputer] window as[Removable Disk].
Camera images can befound in [My Computer] [Removable Disk (or the name on the volume label on
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard, if there is one)] [DCIM]  [XXXPENTX]. (XXX is a 3-digit number.)
A list of the images will be displayed.
b Select the image you want to view from the list.
Double-click the selected image to enlarge it to full-screen
display.
n Copy the image to your computer.
Select an image from the list and copy it to the desired folder in your computer. Refer to the operating manual for yourcomputer for copying instructions.
You can also copy images using Internet Explorer for Windows.

memo• If you are using Windows XP and there is a volume label on
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard, the name on the volume label will be displayed instead of [Removable Disk]. If thecard is unformatted, the manufacturer and type of card may
be displayed.

Joining Panorama Images Using ACD Photostitcher
Once you have installed ACDSee™ and PhotoStitcher™ in yourcomputer, you can join the images you have taken in Panorama
Assist mode.
The folder names and image names displayed on the screen for
explanatory purposes may vary depending on your operating
system.

z Start up ACDSee™.
See p.102 for instructions on how to start up ACDSee™.

x Select the images you want to join from the list ofimages.
To select more than one image at once, click on the images
while pressing [Ctrl] on the keyboard.
After selecting the images, click the [ACD photostitcher] button on the tool bar.
If no images have been selected, the [ACD photostitcher]button is disabled.

 Select the images

Playback/Erasing/Editing Click the [ACD photostitcher] button101c Adjust the position of the images.
[ACD photostitcher] starts up and the selected images are
displayed in panorama format.
If you move the mouse pointer onto an image, the pointerchanges to asymbol. Adjust the position of the imagesby pressing the left mouse button and moving the images
one by one to the desired position.
When you have finished correcting the position, click the[STITCH] button.
 Click the [STITCH]
button Adjust the position
while pressing the left
mouse buttonv Select the type of panorama picture you want.

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There are two types of panorama picture: [Big Plane] and[Cylinder]. As the former type is used in this explanation,
click the [Big Plane] button.
A dialog box will appear. Click [OK].
Click the [Big Plane]b Trim the picture.
If you move the mouse pointer onto the dotted line aroundthe picture, the pointer changes to a symbol. Trim thepicture by pressing the left mouse button and moving thedotted line.
When you have finished trimming, click the [Trimming] button.
 Click the [Trimming]
button.

 Trim the picture.

n Save the picture.
When you are satisfied with the trimmed picture, click the[Save] button to save the picture.
To cancel trimming, click the [Cancel Trimming] button.
After saving the picture, if you have finished creating
panorama pictures, exit [ACD photostitcher] and [ACDSee].
Click the [Save] button.

Playback/Erasing/Editing[Cancel Trimming] button

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Disconnecting your camera from your PC
Disconnecting the camera from your PC (Windows 2000/Me)

z Double click the [Unplug oreject hardware] icon in thetask bar recognized area.
The [Unplug or eject hardware] screen will appear.

x Make sure [PENTAX USB
DISK Device] is selected
and click [Stop].
[Stop Hardware Device]
screen will appear.
PENTAX USB DISK Device at PENTAX OPTIO S

c Make sure [PENTAX USB
DISK Device] is selected
and click [OK].
A message will appear.

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v Click [OK].
b Turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable fromyour computer and camera.

Disconnecting your camera from your PC (Windows XP)

z Click the [Safely Remove
Hardware] icon in the taskbar recognized area.

x Make sure [PENTAX USB
DISK Device] is selected
and click [Stop].

PENTAX USB DISK Device at PENTAX OPTIO S

c Make sure [PENTAX USB
DISK Device] is selected
and click [OK].

v A message confirming

Disconnecting the camera from your PC (Windows 98)
For Windows 98, there is no Hot Plug icon. To disconnect thecamera, turn the camera off and remove the USB cable.

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removal of the hardware willappear.
Turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable fromyour computer and camera.

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Viewing Images with your Macintosh
By using the provided USB cable (I-USB7) or card reader andimage-browser software, you can transfer images recorded withthe camera to your Macintosh and edit them or print them out.
This section explains how to view images on your Macintosh
using the provided software (S-SW8).

About the included software
The included CD-ROM (S-SW8) contains the following software:• USB driver• Image viewing software (ACDSee™)

System environmentOS:
Mac OS 8.6 or later (QuickTime 4.0 or later required)CPU:
Power PC 266MHz or higher
Memory: 8MB or more
Hard disk space: 6MB or moreStandard equipped USB port
CautionPlayback/Erasing/Editing106• When you connect the camera to your Macintosh, you
are recommended to use the AC adapter D-AC8. If thebattery power runs out while image data is being transferred, the data may be lost.

Installing the softwarez Turn on your Macintosh.
x Insert the CD-ROM (S-SW8)
into your Mac’s CD-ROM
drive.

c Double click the [CD-ROM(S-SW8)].
The title screen will appear
on your desktop.

v Double Click the [Master Installer].
b Double-click the [Master Installer] alias icon.
The PENTAX Software Installer screen will appear.

n Click your applicable language.
You can choose the language from the following:
English, French, German,
Spanish, Italian andJapanese.

Installing the USB driver (Mac OS 8.6 only)
The USB driver will be installed.
When installation is completed, reboot your Macintosh.

memo• The USB driver does not need to be installed on Mac OS 9.0
and later versions.

Installing ACDSee™
When you install ACDSee™, you can edit and manage
image files on your Macintosh.

Playback/Erasing/Editingm Click [USB Driver].

m Click [ACDSee™].
The Setup screen will appear. Follow the on-screen guidance and enter the registration information.
When installation is completed, reboot your Macintosh.

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Displaying and copying images using ACDSee™

z Turn your Macintosh on.
x Make sure the camera is turned off and connect it toyour Macintosh with the USB cable.
Make sure that there is an SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard in the camera.

c Turn your camera on.
Your camera can be found on the desktop as[untitled]. You can change the folder name.

v Click the [ACDSee™] folder on the hard
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drive.

b Double-click the [ACDSee™] program icon.
n Open the camera folder.
Camera images can be found in [untitled (or the name on
the volume label on the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard,
if there is one)]  [DCIM]  [XXXPENTX]. (XXX is a 3-digit
number.)m Select the image you want to view from the list.
Double-click the selected image to enlarge it to full-screen
display.

, Copy the image to your Macintosh.
Refer to the operating manual for your Macintosh for
instructions on copying or moving files.
Before editing an image, copy it to your Macintosh first.

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memo

• If there is a volume label on the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard, the name on the volume label will be displayed instead of [untitled]. If the card is unformatted, themanufacturer and type of card may be displayed.

Disconnecting the camera from your Macintosh

z Drag the [untitled (or the name on the volume label on
the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard, if there is one]folder on the desktop to Trash.

x Unplug the USB cable from your Macintosh and camera.

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Settings

Camera Settings
How to recall the [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
MultipleAuto

Menu button

Formatting a SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard and the Built-in memory
Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard if you are using a card, and all the data in the
Built-in memory if there is no card inserted.
Caution• Do not remove the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
while the card is being formatted. The card may be damaged and become unusable.
• Formatting will delete protected data too.

z Select [Format] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Press the four-way controller ().
Settings
110

The Format screen will be displayed.

c Select [Format] with the four-way controller ().
v Press the OK button.
Formatting will start. When formatting is completed,the camera is ready to capture images.

Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Changing the Sound Settings
You can change the volume of the start-up sound, shutter soundand button sounds. You can also change the type of each sound.

Changing the volume

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

c Select [Volume] with the four-way
controller ().

v Use the four-way controller () tochange the volume.

b Press the OK button twice.

Sound

VolumeStart-up Sound
Shutter Sound
Operation Sound

1
1
1

MENU Exit

OK Ok

The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

Changing the type of start-up, shutter or operation sound

The Volume screen will be displayed.

c Press the four-way controller () to select [Start-up
Sound] and choose [1], [2], [3] or [Off] with the four-way
controller ().

Settings

z Select [Sound] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Press the four-way controller ().

v Change the [Shutter sound] and [Operation Sound] inthe same way.

b Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

111How to recall [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Menu button

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

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

z Select [Start-up Screen] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Press the four-way controller ().
c Press the Display button.
v Use the four-way controller () to choose the image
you want to display as the start-up screen.

b Press the OK button.
n Use the four-way controller () to select[On] or[Off].

m Press the OK button twice.
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112

The camera is ready to take or play back images.

memo

Once the welcome screen has been set, it will not be
erased even if the original image is deleted or the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard is formatted.

Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Setting the Date Style
You can set the style in which the date is displayed on the camera. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd].

z Select [Date Style] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to change the datestyle.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images withthe selected date style.

memo

The style in which the time is displayed is set by [Date Adjust].

Settings
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How to recall the [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Menu button

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Changing the Date/Time
You can change the initial date and time settings.

z Select [Date Adjust] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The date screen will be displayed.
See “Setting the Date and Time” (p.20) for the setting procedure.

Setting the World Time

Settings

The city and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.18) serve as theHome Time setting.
You can display the time in a city other than the Home Time city
(World Time) when shooting or playing back.

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

The World Time screen will be displayed.
TYO
MENU Exit

114

04:18
17:18
OK Ok

Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

c Switch [] and [

] with the four-way controller ().

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

v Press the four-way controller ().
If New York is selected as the world time city, then the
cross-shapes line is located in New York on the world map,and thenindicates the current time in New York (NYC).

b Use the four-way controller () to select the WorldTime city and press the four-way controller ().
  on the LCD monitor will move to ().

n Select [DST] On (m Press the OK button twice.

Settings) or Off () with the four-way controller () and press the four-way controller ().
The frame will move to [ ] (home time city).
Use the four-way controller () to change the Home Timecity and DST setting.

The camera is ready to capture or play back images withthe time in the selected city.

memo

See p.124 for the list of cities and code names.

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How to recall the [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Menu button

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Changing the Display Language
You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.

z Select [Language] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to select the language.
c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.

Settings
116Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

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

z Select [Video Out] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to change the video
output format.

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.

Settings
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How to recall the [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Menu button

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
Auto

Sleep Timeout
You can set the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no
operation is performed for a fixed time.

z Select [Sleep Timeout] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to select [30sec],[1min], [2min] or [off].

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.

memo• This function will not work in Playback mode or when the USB
cable is connected.

Setting Auto Power Off
You can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time.

Settings

z Select [Auto Power Off] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to select [3 min],[5 min] or [off].

c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.
• The menu screen turns off 1 minute after the last operation.

memo • The Auto Power Off function will not work when the USB
cable is connected.

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Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Setting the Quick Delete Function
When the Quick Delete function is set to On, the Delete screen
will be displayed when [Delete] or [Delete All] is selected.

z Select [Quick Delete] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to select [On] or [Off]c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

Setting the Quick Zoom Function
When the Quick Zoom function is set to On, images can be displayed at maximum magnification simply by pressing the Zoom
button once during zoom playback.

Settings

z Select [Quick Zoom] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller to select [On] or [Off]c Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

119How to recall the [Set-up] menu
Rec. Mode

Four-way controller(OK button in thecenter)Menu button

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity

2048 1556

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

AWB
Multiple
AutoRegistering Functions
You can register the functions you use most frequently on thefour-way controller (). The functions can then be set directly
by pressing the four-way controller (), without displaying the[Rec. Mode] menu.

Registering a function

z Select [Fn Setting] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Use the four-way controller () to choose the function
you want to register.

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

memo
Settings• Only one function can be registered on each key of the fourway controller ().
• You can choose from the following 9 functions:
EV Compensation, Recorded Pixels, Quality Level, White
Balance, Focusing Area, AE Metering, Instant Review andFast Fwd Movie.

Retrieving a functionz Press the four-way controller ().
The function will be recalled.

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Set-up

FormatSound
Start-up Screen
Date Style
Date AdjustWorld TimeOn
On
mm/dd/yy
1/ 1/2003
Off

1/3 MENU Exit

OK Ok

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset)
You can reset all the settings other than the date and time, language, world time and alarm.

z Select [Reset] on the [ Set-up] menu.
x Press the four-way controller button ().
The Reset screen will be displayed.

c Use the four-way controller () to select [Reset].
v Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to capture or play back images.

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

Four-way controller(OK button in the center)

Menu button

Checking the Alarmz Press the MENU button.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The [Playback] menu will be displayed.

c Press the four-way controller () to select [Alarm].
v Press the four-way controller ().
Alarm

The list of alarms will be displayed.
Active alarms are indicated by
.

1

Once

5:30

2

Everyday

7:30

3

Off

0:00

Settings

MENU Exit

OK Ok

b Press the OK button twice.
If any alarms are enabled, the camera will be turned off andthe alarms will be set.

Setting the Alarmz Press the MENU button.
x Press the four-way controller ().
The [Playback] menu will be displayed.

c Press the four-way controller () to select [Alarm].
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v Press the four-way controller ().

Alarm

The list of alarms will be displayed.

b Press the four-way controller ()to select alarm 1-3.

1

Once

5:30

2

Everyday

7:30

3

Off

0:00

MENU Exitn Press the four-way controller ().
The screen for setting the alarm
mode and time will be displayed.
Four-way controller () : Selects theitem.
Four-way controller () : Changes thesetting.

OK Ok

Alarm

1

MENU Exit

Once

5:30

DISP Image

OK Ok

m Press the Display button.
, Press the four-way controller () to select the image tobe displayed when the alarm rings.

. Press the OK button.
⁄0 Press the OK button 3 times.
The camera will turn off.

Turning the Alarm Off
When the camera is turned off and the set time is reached, thealarm will ring for one minute .
The camera will turn off automatically when the alarm has finished ringing.

Caution• To stop the alarm ringing, press any button.

Settings

memo

The alarm will not ring when the camera is turned on.

123Appendix

List of City Names
Refer to following list of city and code names for setting the world time.

Appendix
124

Code
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

City names
Pagopago
Honolulu
Anchorage
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Calgary
DenverMexico City
Chicago
Miami
Toronto
New York
San Diego
CaracasHalifax
Buenos Aires
Sao Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
MadridLondon
Paris
Milan
Rome
BerlinJohannesburg
Istanbul
Cairo
Jerusalem
Moscow
Jeddah

Code
THR
DXB
KHL
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

City names
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Optional Accessories
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.

AC adapter D-AC8
USB Cable I-USB7
AV Cable I-AVC7
Camera Case O-CC8
Strap O-ST5
3D image viewer O-3DV1
Remote control E
Remote control F
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8
Battery charger D-BC8

Appendix125

Messages
Messages such as the following may be displayed on the LCD monitor
during camera operation.

Appendix
126

Memory Card full
Built-in Memory Full

The SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or
the Built-in memory is full and no more
images can be saved. Insert a new
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or delete.
(p.16, p.84)
Change the quality/size and try again. (p.92,
p.94)

No image & sound

There are no images or sound on the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or in the
Built-in memory.

Camera can not display
this image & sound.

You are trying to play back an image in aformat not supported by this camera. You
may be able to display it on another brandof camera or PC.

Battery depleted.

The battery is exhausted. Recharge thebattery or replace with charged battery.
(p.12)

Memory card error.

Shooting and playback are impossible due
to a problem with SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard.
Try displaying on a PC.

This card is not formatted.

The SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard you
have inserted is unformatted or has beenformatted on a PC or other device and is
not compatible with this camera. (p.110)

Data being recorded.

The image is being recorded on the
SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard.
The protect setting or DPOF setting isbeing changed.

Formatting...

The SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard or
Built-in memory is being formatted.

Deleting

The image is being deleted.

Image folder could not becreated.

The largest file number has been assigned toan image and no more images can be saved.
Insert a new SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
or format the SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
or Built-in memory. (p.110)

Battery depleted, theimage is not stored.

The battery is exhausted. The image you
just captured has not been saved.
Recharged the battery or replace withcharged battery.

Compression error

Compression of the image you captured
has failed. Change the recorded pixels or
quality levels, and take a picture again.

Data being recorded

The movie picture is being recorded.

Protect all images &sounds

The image you are trying to delete is a protected image.

Alarm was set

The alarm has been enabled.

Appendix127

Troubleshooting
Problem
Power will notcome onNo image on the
LCD monitor

Shutter will not
releasePicture is dark

Appendix
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Cause

RemedyBattery is not installed

Check battery is installed.
If not, install battery.

Battery is installed
incorrectly

Check orientation of battery.
Reinsert battery with () symbol
towards back of camera. (p.13)

Battery power is low

Insert a charged battery or use theAC adapter.

LCD monitor is set toOFF

Press Display button to turn LCD
monitor on. (p.40)

Image is displayed but
is hard to see

Image on LCD monitor may be
hard to see when taking pictures
outside in sunlight.

Flash is charging

When flash lamp blinks red, flash
is charging and no pictures can betaken. Lamp lights red whencharging is completed.

No available space on
SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard or in
Built-in memory

Insert SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard with available
space or delete unwanted images.
(p.16, 84)

RecordingWait until recording is finished.

Subject is too far away
in a dark environment,such as a night scene.

Picture becomes dark if subject is
too far away. Take picture within
range of flash.

Background is dark

When taking a picture of a person
against dark background, such asnight scene, the person may
appear dark if the flash does notreach background even with correct exposure. Set tomode toensure both person and background are clear. (p.36)

ProblemSubject is not in
focus

Flash does notdischarge

Cause

RemedySubject difficult tofocus onSubjects difficult to focus on using
autofocus: objects with little contrast(blue sky, white walls, etc.), dark
objects, finely patterned objects,
fast-moving objects, scenery throughwindow or net, etc. Lock focus on
another object located at same distance (press shutter release button
halfway), then aim at target andpress shutter release button fully, or
use Manual Focus mode.

Subject is not in focusing area

Position subject in AF frame(focusing area) in middle of LCD
monitor. If the subject is outside
the focusing area, aim the camera
at the subject and lock the focus(press shutter release button
halfway), then compose picture
and press the shutter release button fully.

Subject is too close

Set focus mode on(Macro) or(Super Macro). (p.37)

Focus mode is set on(Macro) or(Super Macro).

Normal pictures will be out offocus if taken with focus mode seton (Macro) or(Super Macro).

Flash mode is set to Off

Set to Auto or

The Capture mode is
set to, continuous
shooting or infinitylandscape mode.

Flash will not discharge in thesemodes.

. (p.39)

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Main Specifications
Type

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

Effective Pixels

3.2 megapixels

Sensor

3.34 megapixels (total pixels) 1/2.5 inch interline transfer CCD witha primary color filter

Recorded Pixels

Still
Movie

2048 × 1536 pixels, 1600 × 1200 pixels,
1024 × 768 pixels, 640 × 480 pixels
320 × 240 pixels

Sensitivity

Auto, manual (equivalent to ISO 50, 100, 200)

File Format

Still
JPEG (Exif2.2), DCF, DPOF, PRINT Image Matching II
Movie AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG), approx. 12 fps, with soundSound WAV (ADPCM system), max. recording time 59 min. 46 sec.
(when using a 16 MB SD Memory Card)

Quality Level
Storage Medium“Good”, “Better”, “Best”
Built-in memory (approx. 11 MB), SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard
and MultiMediaCard (MMC)

Image Storage
Capacity

Quality levels

Best
()

Better
()

Good
()

2048 × 1536

07

13

019

1600 × 1200

11

20

028

1024 × 768

26

47

062

640 × 480

57

89

119

Recorded pixels

Movie images(320 × 240)

30 sec. × 3

 Exposure capacity when using a 16MB SD Memory Card/
MultiMediaCard
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, Manual

Lens

Focal Length

Digital Zoom

Capture mode

Max. 4×Viewfinder

Type

Real-image zoom viewfinder(Diopter adjustment in the range of –3 to +1m–1)
Wide 0.28×, Tele 0.78×

Appendix

White Balance

5.8 mm – 17.4 mm (Equivalent to 35 mm –105 mm in 35 mm format)
Aperturef/2.6 – f/4.8
Lens Composition 6 elements in 5 groups (one aspherical elements)
Zoom type
Electrically driven
38.4 mm x 28.5 mm (screen is filled) (using macro
Picture Range
mode or manual focus at max. WIDE position)
Lens Barrier
Electrically driven

Magnification

130(Combines with 3× optical zoom to givezoom magnification equivalent to 12×)

LCD Monitor
Playback
Functions

1.6 inch TFT color LCD monitor (with backlight)
Single-frame, 9-frame index, enlargement (max. 4x), scroll,slideshow, movie playback, histogram display, image/sound copying, trimming, resizing

Focusing System Type

Manual Focus
Exposure
Mechanism

ShutterFlash

TTL contrast detection system by sensor
7-point autofocus (Spot autofocus possible)
Focusing Range Normal: 0.4 m to infinity (full zoom range)(From lens front) Macro: 0.18 m – 0.5 m (full zoom range)
Super macro: 0.06 m – 0.2 m (middle zoom position only)
Landscape: Infinity (full zoom range)
Focus LockBy half-pressing shutter release button
0.06 m to infinity
AE Metering

TTL metering by sensor (multi-segment,
center-weighted, spot)
Shooting Modes Standard, Picture, Night-Scene, Movie,
Panorama Assist, 3D, Digital Filter, USEREV Compensation ±2 EV (Set in 1/3 EV steps)
Movie
Recording time approx. 1 sec. – 30 sec.,
Fast Fwd Movie: max. approx. 50 min.
TypeElectronic/mechanical shutter
Speed
Approx. 1/2000 sec. – 1 sec.
Type
Flash Modes
Working Range

Auto flash with red-eye reduction function
Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto + Red-eye
Reduction, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction
Wide: Approx. 0.2 m – 3.5 m w/sensitivity at 200
Tele: Approx. 0.1 m – 2.0 m w/sensitivity at 200

Drive Modes
Self-timer

Single-frame, Continuous, Remote Control, Self-timer
Electronic control type, delay time: approx. 10 sec.
World Time setting for 62 cities (28 time zones)
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8, AC adapter (optional)

Battery Life

Approx. 160 images (with LCD monitor on, flash fired for 50% of shots and using a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8, in accordance with Pentax measuring conditions)

In/Out Port

USB/AV terminal (PC communication type USB 1.1), external
power supply terminal

Video Output Format NTSC, PAL
SizeAppendix

Time function
Power Supply

83 (W) × 52 (H) × 20 (D) mm (excluding operating members andprojections)Mass
98g (excluding battery and SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard)
Mass when shooting 113g (including battery and SD Memory Card/MultiMediaCard)
Accessories

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 3D image viewer, USB cable,
software (CD-ROM), AV cable, strap, operating manual131

WARRANTY POLICYAll Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects ofmaterial or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date ofpurchase. 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 liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized
repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shallnot be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its
written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay orloss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any
kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship 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.

Appendix
132

Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty
period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased
the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is 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 be made and parts replaced
free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you 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 waspurchased outside of 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 to the manufacturer will
be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty
policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering thepurchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending yourequipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to
the manufacturer's authorized representatives or their approved
repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer.
Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you
accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing.

• This warranty policy does not affect the customer's statutory
rights.
• The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors insome countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore,
we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied withyour product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX
distributor in your country for more information and to receive
a copy of the warranty policy.

Appendix

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

133

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 comply with the limits for aClass 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 andused in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference 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.
For customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of theCanadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

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

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
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 andfound to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced
can be expected to be within the variation accepted, dueto quantity production and testing on the statistical basis
as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to thefollowing 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.

Model Number: Optio S

Appendix

Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Contact person: Customer Service Manager
Date and Place: February, 2003, Colorado
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