Pentax Zoom60X Operating Manual

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OUTLINE OF BASIC OPERATIONS
Open the back cover Load the film and close the — The film automatically Switch on the power
(see page 8). back cover (see page 8). advances to the first frame (see page 4).
(see page 9).
Frame your subject and Focus your subject
operate the zooming lever (see page 12).
to determine the com-
position (see page 6).
Press the shutter release When the film reaches its
button. In dark conditions, end, the camera auto-
the flash fires automatically matically rewinds it (see
(see page 13). page 16).
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the world of Pentax zoom compact
photography! This compact, lightweight camera is
a great companion to help you preserve
memorable moments anywhere at any time. A
built-in 38 ~ 60 mm zoom lens allows flexibility in
shot framing. A variety of features, mostly
automatic, makes it virtually effortless for you to
take great pictures. The model with the date
function makes it easy to remember when photos
are shot.
m Please read this manual carefully before
operating the camera to learn how to take
consistently superior pictures.
m Pay particular attention to cautions, warnings,
and notes in this operating manual. Pictures and
illustrations shown within may differ from the
camera's actual appearance. Sample photos
were not taken with this camera.
a Illustrations in this manual show the DATE
model.
Names of the camera's working parts are listed on
front and back foldout flaps of this manual. Keep
the flaps unfolded for quick reference while you
read.
Symbols used in this manual:
Operation direction «==
Automatic operation nun
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Attention {
“= „””
Lamp glowing >
Lamp flickering
Correct
Incorrect
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS
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9 | 9 | 7 9 © Instant tele/wide button
@ Shutter release button
© Autofocus windows
@ LCD panel
© Light-sensor window
O Self-timer button
O Mode button
@ Viewfinder window
| ; © Self-timer lamp
E ® Built-in flash
@ Strap lug
E
® Grip
Da 0eme
e Shield the camera from salty air and water at the beach, splashing liquid of any kind, and rain. If
immersed in water, the camera will be rendered inoperable.
e If the camera is exposed to dirt, mud, sand, dust, moisture, toxic gas or salt water, the camera
may be damaged or rendered inoperable.
e Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods where temperature and humidity are high, such as
in a car.
e Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzine to clean the camera.
e Be careful not to drop or otherwise subject the camera to strong vibrations, shock or pressure.
e Do not apply force to the zoom lens; do not place the camera with the lens facing down.
e The electric circuitry inside the camera contains high voltage working parts. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera.
e Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
e Replace all batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, types or old battery with new
one. Otherwise, overheating or fire might resuit.
e The misuse of batteries causes hazards such as leakage, heating, explosions, etc. Batteries
should be inserted with the “+" or “=” sides facing correctly.
e To prevent explosion, never try to break up or recharge the batteries, or throw exhausted ones
into fire. |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
e Names of working parts ............................ Flaps
® Introduction... Front foldout
e Outline of basic operations............... Inside cover
CAUTIONS Loic ®
PREPARATIONS BEFORE TAKING
PHOTOGRAPHS
1.Strap attachment.............................e ene. ®
2. Power switch and battery check........................ (4)
3. How to hold the Camera en ®
4. Continuous zoom and instant tele/wido ............ ©
TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS
1.Usable film nec. (С)
2. Film loading..............................e EEE
3. Viewfinder displays and shooting range............
4. Greenvred lamps ............................ nea (a
5. Ordinary photography a
6. Taking pictures ...........................—..iea nee @
7. Focus-lock shooting ............................ e...
8. Unloading film ..............................m eee ness
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TAKING BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS
How to select modes .................................mieaio
LCD panel... nea eee
Daylight-Sync mode (forced emission) .................
Flash Off mode (flash override) ............................ @
BUD MOAR connec arenas rece @
Self-Timer modes ……………….…..…..….ciues @
DATE MODEL.....................eremerieen ee errar ®
MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS
e Battery exhaustion warning .......................... ®
e Replacing batteries @
e Taking care of your camera............................. @
e Troubleshooting reee. @
e Warranty policy ene @
SPECIFICATIONS un. Back foldout
1. STRAP ATTACHMENT
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Attach and adjust the camera strap as illustrated. On the
DATE model, use the strap clamp's protrusion O to
press the SELECT and ADJUST buttons.
Note:
e Adjust the strap so that the camera is positioned above
your waist to minimize camera sway when you walk.
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2. POWER SWITCH AND BATTERY CHE
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Power switch
To switch on, push the power switch . The lens extends
slightly, and the lens cover opens. To switch off, push the
power switch again. Make sure the camera is switched off
when not in use.
Caution:
The lens cover automatically opens when the power is
turned on, and closes when the power is tumed off. Never
attempt to open the lens cover by hand.
O
Battery check
After power is switched on, the lens extends slightly and
the lens cover opens. The camera is then ready to shoot.
Notes:
e When the camera is left unused with the power on for
over 3 minutes, its power automatically switches off.
e Use two 3 V lithium batteries (CR123A or DL123A). Do
not remove the batteries until they are exhausted, since
they are also used by the date function on the DATE
model to keep constant track of time.
® Refer to page 27 for directions on battery insertion.
EN
When shooting, hold the camera securely with both hands.
Keep the camera as still as possible, and gently press the
shutter release button. (if pressed forcefully, the camera is
likely to shake, and the picture will be blurred.) Try to
brace your elbows against your body, or support yourself
and the camera against a stable, stationary object, such
as a wall.
Caution:
Do not hold the zoom lens because it moves back and
forth when zooming.
Notes:
e When using flash with the camera vertically positioned,
hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens.
e Keep your fingers and hair away from the lens,
autofocus window, sensor window, flash, etc.
O Continuous Zoom
When you press the zooming lever to the right ( 4 ), the lens frames the subject more tightly, moving towards the 60
mm telephoto setting. When you press the zooming lever to the left (444 ), the lens moves towards the wider-angle
38 mm setting. Release your finger from the zooming lever when you've framed the composition in the best possible
way through the viewfinder, and press the shutter release button.
Instant Tele/Wide
Pressing the instant tele/wide button alternates the maximum focal length lens position with the minimum focal length
lens position.
Note:
® When the lens is at a relatively wide-angle position and the button is pressed, the lens will move to the 60 mm position;
when the lens is at a relatively telephoto position and the button is pressed, the lens will move to the 38 mm position.
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1. USABLE FILM
DX FILM Film cartridge
Perforations
Film speed (ISO rating)
Automatic film speed setting
This camera is designed to use DX-coded films with ISO
ratings from 50 to 1600. When such film is loaded, the
camera automatically sets itself for the film's speed.
Notes:
e When buying DX film, make sure the package bears the
"DX" mark.
e Non-DX film cannot be used.
e Use high-speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 or higher
for shooting indoors or dimly lit conditions.
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2. FILM LOADING First, make sure that the power ий ls off.
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EN To open the back cover, slide the back cover release e Make sure the film is taut as illustrated. Take up any
lever in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. slack in the film by pushing it back into the cartridge.
Place the film cartridge in the film chamber, fitting its * If the end of the film leader is extremely bent, straighten
flat side on top of the rewind shaft. it or cut off the bent portion.
El Pull the film leader out far enough from the cartridge to
reach the take-up spool €. Align the film's tip with the Slack Flat
film leader end mark €. p
Notes:
e Make sure the film perforations properly engage the
sprocket teeth @.
® Make sure the film is properly placed between the guide
rails @.
EN Ciose the back cover. The film automatically advances
to the first frame. (Even if no film is loaded, the motor
operates for a second or two after the back cover is
closed.)
BE When" | "appears
in the exposure
counter on the LCD
panel, the film
automatically stops
winding, and the first
exposure is ready to be taken. The indication seen
above appears.
Notes:
elf" | "does not appear on the LCD panel, the film is
not properly. loaded. Reload the film.
e If the film is not properly loaded, " £ " flickers on the
LCD panel.
e The exposure counter remains visible even when the
poweris off.
Viewfinder displays
Autofocus frame
Position the whole ({_;) on the subject of focus.
Close distance compensation frame
When the camera-to-subject distance is between 0.6 m
(2 ft) and 1 m (3.3 ft), compose the picture within this
frame.
Picture-area frame
When taking a normal picture, compose the picture
within this frame.
Shooting ranges
(effective camera-to-subject distance)
* Pictures can be taken within the range of 0.6 m (2 ft) to
co (infinity).
® A subject closer than 0.6 m (2 tt) cannot be shot in sharp
focus.
- 5. ORDINARY PHOTOGRAPHY
~~" (AUTO AND SINGLE-FRAME SHOOTING)
When you press the When the power is
shutter release button / switched on, the camera
halfway, the lamps @ and f enters the ordinary
@ shown on the left glow shooting mode. (The
or flicker. LCD panel displays only
the exposure counter
O Green lamp indication whether the power is on or off.) In this mode,
When it glows, the subject is in focus. When using the the flash fires automatically in dimly lit places.
focus lock function, it indicates that focus and exposure Notes:
are temporarily locked (refer to page 14). e If the LCD panel displays indications other than those
© Red lamp above, switching the power off, then on again resets the
When it glows, the flash is ready to fire. When it LCD panel to appear as above.
flickers, the flash is being charged. e The shutter speed when the flash fires automatically is
Note: approximately 1/40 sec.
e If the green lamp flickers, the subject is too close.
Adjust the camera-to-subject distance so that the green
lamp glows, then release the shutter. (When the subject
is even closer, at less than 30 cm (1 ft), the green lamp
may glow).
6. TAKING PICTURES
Kl After zooming and composing your shot using the
zooming lever or instant tele/wide button, position the
autofocus frame (,_,) on the subject.
Press the shutter release button halfway. If the subject
is in focus, the green lamp should glow.
If the subject is closer than 0.6 meters (2 ft), the green
lamp flickers. In this case, release your finger from the
shutter release button and lengthen the camera-to-
subject distance. Then, press the shutter release
button halfway again, making sure the green lamp
glows.
Notes:
e If you wish to shift subject focus, release your finger
from the shutter release button and repeat steps 1 and 2
above.
® The shutter cannot be released while the lens is
zooming.
e When the red lamp glows, the flash will automatically
fire. Make sure that the subject is within the flash-
effective range before shooting (refer to next page).
Press the shutter release button all the way down. The
shutter will be released, and the film will automatically
advance to the next frame.
Note:
e When the shutter is released, the self-timer lamp glows
momentarily to indicate that a shot has been taken.
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When taking pictures in the dark, the flash
automatically fires.
When the shutter release button is pressed lightly in
dim lighting, the red lamp glows, indicating that the
flash is ready to fire. Make sure the red lamp glows
before shooting.
Flash-effective ranges
(Nega-color film used)
38mm 0.6 - 3m 0.6 ~ 4.3m 0.6 ~ 6m
( $44) (2 ~ 10ft) (2 ~ 141) (2 ~ 20ft)
60mm 0.6 - 2m 0.6 - 3m 0.6 - 4m
(4) (2 ~ 6.6ft) (2 ~ 101) (2 ~ 13ft)
7. FOCUS-LOCK SHOOTING
If you shoot without positioning the autofocus frame (5)
on the main subject of the picture as shown above, only
the background will be in focus. When the main subject of
your picture is off the autofocus frame (_ )in the center
of the viewfinder, use the focus-lock technique according
to the following procedures.
EN First position the autofocus frame (ZZ) on the area to
be focused upon. If that area is too small to take up
the entire autofocus frame (as when trying to focus on
a faraway face), position the autofocus frame (5) on
a larger equidistant object (like the subject's chest).
Âs you press the shutter release button halfway, the
green lamp glows, and focus and exposure are
temporarily locked.
Recompose the picture while keeping the shutter
release button depressed halfway, and then fully
depress the shutter release button to take a picture.
Note:
e Taking your finger off the shutter release button in its
halfway position cancels focus lock .
Hard-to-autofocus subjects
Like many other autofocus cameras, this camera's
autofocus system is highly precise, but it may not
focus exactly as you wish on certain subjects. In
such cases, use the focus-lock technique on a
subject which is both near the actual one and at an
equal distance from the lens.
Subjects which are hard to autofocus include:
1. Black objects, like hair, which don't reflect much
light
{and therefore don't reflect infrared autofocus
beams).
2. Wire netting, latticework, iron exercise-bars, etc.
3. Flickering light sources such as neon signs,
fluorescent lamps, TV images, sunlight coming
through trees, etc., and subjects illuminated by
these light sources.
4. Glossy and reflective surfaces like glass, mirrors,
car bodies, etc.
. Fast-moving objects, like trains in motion.
6. Water jets, water surface, smoke, flame, fireworks,
etc., which have no distinct or consistent form, or
a subject in mist.
on
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8. UNLOADING FILM Be sure to remove the film from the camera in the shade.
Kl After you have shot the last frame of the roll, film EX Open the back cover, and remove the cartridge from
rewinds automatically. Then, the motor stops, and the the chamber by pulling on its top with your fingertip as
"00" flickers as shown to indicate end of rewind. shown.
Note:
® The shutter may continue to release for a frame or two
after the number of exposures indicated on the film
canister has been shot, but the last frame may not be
developed.
Rewinding the film in midroll
Elf you wish to unload the film before exposing all the
frames, push the self-timer button for more than 3
seconds. " ==6 “ appears on the LCD panel, and the
camera is now ready to rewind the film.
While keeping the self-timer button pressed, press the
shutter release button. The camera will start rewinding
the film. When the rewind is completed, the motor
stops, and "00" flickers on the LCD panel, indicating
the back cover may be safely opened.
Caution:
Never open the back cover until rewinding is completed.
Notes:
e During rewinding, the exposure counter counts frame
numbers in reverse.
e A 24-exposure film roll takes about 20 seconds to be
rewound.
e The entire roll of film including the film leader is always
rewound into the cartridge to avoid leakage of light onto
any part of the film.
TAKING BETTER
PHOTOGRAPHS
There are a variety of ways to take the picture
you want.
To select the desired exposure modes, press
the mode button O.
(ee 2,
Dayiight-Sync Flash Off
To select the desired self-timer modes, press
the self-timer button @.
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Singie-Frame Self-Timer Dual Frame Double- Action
Shooting Setf-Timer Zoom Seif-Timer
Press the mode button@ and/or the self-timer button @ in
succession to set the required modes.
Note:
® When the power is switched on, the Auto and Single-
Frame modes are automatically engaged.
ly appear simultaneously as shown.
© Battery exhaustion warning
@ Flash Off mode
© Daylight-Sync mode
[zu u] @ Bulb mode
B o | nn © Exposure counter
aD © Self-Timer mode
Й © Dual-Frame Self-Timer mode
© Double-Action Zoom Self-Timer mode
> © © Film rewind
Notes:
e At a high temperature of approx. 60°C (140°F), the LCD panel may blacken. It returns to normal when
normal temperature is restored.
e At lower temperatures, the response speed of the LCD panel may be slower. This is an LCD
characteristic, not a defect.
DAYLIGHT-SYNC MODE (ro
———] In this mode, the flash will
7 5 \ 4 | always fire regardless of
NA 6 J f the available light.
Press the mode button
until * $ * appears on the
LCD panel.
In portrait photography such as when the subject is backlit
or the subject is shadowed by trees, the main subject
sometimes turns out darkened because the camera
automatically sets the exposure according to the bright
background. In such cases, use the Dayiight-Sync
Shooting mode so that both the subject and background
are shot in beautifully balanced lighting.
Note:
® Press the shutter release button haifway to make sure
the red lamp in the viewfinder glows before shooting.
When the red lamp flickers, the flash is being charged.
® Make sure you're within the flash-effective distance
range even when the flash is used as an auxiliary light
source.
Flash Off
FLASH OFF MODE (FLASH OVERRIDE)
viedo ad ET Ene Be dp In this mode, the flash
does not fire, and a
picture is taken at a
slower shutter speed as
slow as approx. 1/4 sec.
iE Fr E Press the mode button
until $)" appears on the LCD panel.
Use this mode in situations where flash photography is
prohibited, such as in theaters, museums, etc., or when
you want to capture the natural-looking ambience of softer
light.
Notes:
e When shooting in darkness, the shutter speed gets
slower, and camera shake is more likely to blur your
shot, so use a tripod.
e lfthe" % "flickers on the LCD panel when the shutter
release button is pressed halfway, switch the mode to
Auto (automatic flash emission). If the shutter release
button is pressed all the way while * 4 " is flickering, the
picture will be insufficiently exposed.
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BULB MODE
In this mode, the shutter
remains open as long
as the shutter release
button is held down for up
to 8 seconds. itis useful
for shooting such things
as fireworks and night scenes. When using this mode,
you should avoid camera shake by using a tripod, etc.
FON] Self-Timer
Use the self-timer to get
the photographer into the
picture.
. Press the self-timer button until ” W) " appears on the
LCD panel.
. Focus on the subject or the area where the subject will
appear, then depress the shutter release button. The
shutter will be released in about 10 seconds.
‚ When the self-timer is working, “ À) " flickers on the
LCD panel. The self-timer lamp on the front of the
camera first lights up, then starts blinking 3 seconds
before the shutter is released.
a tripod Is recommended.
1.
2.
Dual-Frame Self-
Timer
Two consecutive self-
timer pictures can capture
a sequence of
expressions or actions.
Press the self-timer button until " US) " appears on
the LCD panel.
Focus on the subject or the area where the subject will
appear, then depress the shutter release button. The
first shot will be exposed in about 10 seconds, and the
second shot will be exposed about 5 seconds after
that. Note that focus will remain locked at the first shot.
Double-Action Zoom
Self-Timer
Two consecutive self-
timer pictures can be
taken: The first at a
selected focal length; the
second at the 38 mm focal length.
1.
2.
Press the self-timer button until " UA " appears on
the LCD panel.
Manipulate the zooming lever to determine the first
shots focal length, and focus on the subject or the area
where the subject will appear, then depress the shutter
release button. The first shot will be exposed in about
10 seconds, the lens will move to the wide-angle
position, and the second shot will be exposed about 5
seconds after the first. Note that focus is locked at the
first shot.
Notes on self-timer shooting (including the
Dual-Frame Self-Timer and Double-Action
Zoom Self-Timer):
e To cancel the self-timer at any time after it's been
activated, push the power switch. (In such a case,
the power will not be turned off.)
e When you want to use the flash with the self-timer,
make sure the flash has been charged (the red lamp
glows) before operating the self-timer. if the
batteries are exhausted, the self-timer operation may
not be completed once started. In this case, replace
the batteries.
e When the Bulb mode is used with the self-timer, the
shutter speed is automatically set to approx. 1/2 sec.
Switching the mode
Each time you press the
MODE button € with
your fingernail, the data
mode on the date
indicator switches in
succession as shown in
DATE MODEL
if you purchased the DATE model, read this
section. The DATE model records dates upto
the year 2019 on pictures. |
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the chart.
Notes:
® When you want no data to be imprinted, press the
MODE button @ until “-- -- -- appears on the date
indicator.
® "M” on the date indicator indicates "Month".
e Use the strap clamp's pin-shaped protrusion to press the
SELECT @ and ADJUST € buttons.
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Ô MODE button —@ ADJUST bution
SELECT button A
® The date in the picture above is simulated.
Correcting the data e The flickering ":" allows precise fine-tuning of the internal
1. Press the SELECT button @until you reach the clock to the beginning of a specified minute. To make
flickering digit(s) which you wish to change. this ajustment, press the SELECT button @ until ":" will
2. Press the ADJUST button @to change digits within the flicker. Then, press the ADJUST button @in sync with
specified category chosen using the SELECT button a time signal.
©. Digits increase by one each time you press the
ADJUST button @. |f you hold down the button, the
digit will advance continuously after two or three
Date imprinting
The (Year-Month-Day) or (Day-Hour-Minute) data is
recorded on the lower right of a picture. The data on the
seconds. a NN
3. After the adjustment is made, press the SELECT date indicator is imprinted on each frame you expose.
button @. The bar mark ( — ) appears on the date Notes: | |
indicator, indicating that data imprinting choices are e If the corner of the picture has a white or yellow object,
possible. the imprinted data will be difficult to see. When
Not composing, try to avoid a brightly colored subject in that
ores: corner.
e When the flickering data on the date indicator is being e "Year-Month-Day" and “Day-Hour-Minute" cannot both
corrected, it cannot be imprinted even if the shutter is be printed at the same time.
released. I | e As you release the shutter, the bar mark ( — ) on the
e Date and time are indicated as follows: date indicator flickers for a few seconds, indicating the
Year = 87 ~ 19 (1987 ~ 2019) data has been imprinted.
Month = 1 + 12 . as A
Day = 1 ~ 31 Power source of the data-imprinting section
Hour = 0 ~ 23 The data imprinting section is powered by the batteries in
Minute = 00 ~ 59 the camera's main unit. When the batteries are replaced,
the data and time may change. So, after replacing the
batteries, make sure to confirm the date and time before
use.
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MAINTENANCE :
CONSIDERATIONS Es
Read this section to keep this camera working
as well as possibie at all times.
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When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the battery mark
" 0 "appears on the LCD panel to warn you. Replace the
batteries as soon as possible. When " 0 " starts
flickering, no operations can be performed.
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Precautions on batteries
* Battery performance may temporarily decrease in low
temperatures, but it will recover in normal temperature.
e Keep spare batteries on hand for convenience when
shooting outdoors or while traveling.
e When the camera is in a bag, make sure the power
Switch is off. Otherwise, battery power may be wasted
with the accidental push of the shutter release button.
Battery life (using 24-exposure film rolls):
Ordinary picture taking mode,
A . lis.
50% of shooting employs flash pprox. 30 rolls
(The CR-123A batteries were used based on our own test
conditions. Actual battery life/performance may vary
drastically depending on either usage of Auto-Focus,
Power Zoom and Flash and external conditions such as
temperature and freshness.)
Caution:
Replace all batteries at the same time. Do not mix
battery brands. types or old battery with new one. It
may cause explosion or overheating.
Your Pentax camera is a sophisticated, precision
instrument built to give long-lasting, reliable service. It will
serve you well if you handle and care for it properly.
® Avoid storing the camera in a wardrobe where a moth-
ball is put among the clothes or in a laboratory contain-
ing chemicals that can Cause serious damage to it. Keep
it in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
e Be careful not to subject it to strong vibrations, shock or
pressure.
Use a cushion to protect the camera when carried in a
motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
e Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust
accumulated on the lens or viewfinder.
e Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in
conditions of high temperature and humidity, such as in
a car.
EN Using a coin, etc., rotate the cover lock on the battery As illustrated, slide the battery chamber cover in the
chamber cover counterclockwise to open the cover. direction of the arrow while pressing down to close.
Align the batteries with the "+" and "—" indications and Rotate the cover lock clockwise to fasten it securely.
insert two lithium batteries. (When the batteries are inserted correctly, the zoom
lens and motor operate for a few moments.)
Notes on replacing the batteries:
* Make sure there is no film loaded. Switch off the power before replacing the batteries.
® If the batteries are replaced with film already loaded, the camera behaves as if just loaded. Film advances several
frames, and the film counter will read * | *.
(In this case, when the loaded film reaches its end, an exposure counter indication may not appear on the LCD panel,
because the camera is unable to detect the film. If this happens, perform the "rewinding the film in midrol!" operation
(refer to page 17) before removing the film.)
fer to respective pages.
What appears troublesome might be easily remedied.
Here are some problems and their remedies.
1. The shutter cannot be released. 2. My printed pictures don't look very clear.
e |s the power switch turned off? If so, turn it on. (See
page 4.)
e Are the batteries exhausted? Are they loaded?
Replace them or insert new batteries. (See page
27.)
e Are you pressing the zooming lever? If so, release
your fingers from the zooming lever, then shoot.
(See page 6.)
e Is rewound film left inside? If so, replace it with a
new roll. (See pages 8, 9, and 16.)
e Did you position the autofocus frame (_) on your
subject? (See page 12.)
e Did you press the shutter release button gently while
taking care not to obstruct the autofocus window
with your fingers or hair? (See page 5.)
e Was the subject too near? Shoot in the range of 0.6
meters (3 ft) to oe (infinity). (See page 10.)
e Was the subject too far when you used the flash?
Use the flash in the effective ranges. (See page 13.)
e Are your pictures looking greenish? They may have
been shot under fluorescent light. Shoot after
selecting the Daylight-Sync mode. (See page 20 .)
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* If the camera is brought into a warm room from the cold
outdoors, condensation may occur in the interior and on
the exterior of the camera. In such a case, put the
camera into a case or plastic bag so its change in
temperature is as gradual as possible. After the
temperature difference is minimized, take it out of the
bag.
e The temperature range in which the camera functions
properly is 50°C to —10°C (122°F to 14°F).
® Don't use solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzine to
clean the camera.
® Dirt, mud, sand, dust, moisture, toxic gas, salt water,
etc., penetrating inside the camera may damage it or
make it inoperable. If the camera should fail for such
reasons, it may not be repaired free of charge, even
within the period of warranty. When the camera is
subjected to rain or moisture, wipe it off, let it dry, and
immediately send it to a Pentax service center for
examination.
e Electrical problems may often be caused by dirt or dust
at points of electrical contact. Also check for battery
leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to
salinity or gas. If you cannot rectify the problem, have
your camera inspected at a Pentax service center.
e Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on
the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose your
picture with a margin of safety at the edges.
® Once immersed into water, the camera may be rendered
inoperable. In such a case, contact our service center.
® To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended
that the camera be inspected every one or two years. If
the camera has not been used for an extended period,
or is being readied for an important shoot (photography),
it is recommended that you inspect the camera or test
shoot with it.
® Repairs made necessary due to usage of this product in
an industrial application may not be covered under the
terms of the Pentax warranty.
Red eye phenomenon in flash shooting:
When a picture is taken using a flash, a subject's eyes
may appear red in the print. This phenomenon is caused
by the reflection of electronic flash in the retina. It can be
reduced when the surroundings of the subject are
brightened, or shooting distance is shortened with the lens
set at the wide-angle position.
Alí Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona
fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed
against defects of material or workmanship for a period of
twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be
rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost
to you within that period, provided the equipment does not
show evidence of impact, sand or 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 shall not be
liable for any repair or alterations except those made with
its written consent and shall not be liable for damages
from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or
consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by
defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and itis
expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its
representatives under all guarantees or warranties,
whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the
replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds
will be made on repairs performed by non-authorized
Pentax service facilities.
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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any Pentax camera which proves defective during the 12-
month warranty period should be returned to the dealer
from whom you purchased the equipment or t&o the
manufacturer. if there is no representative of 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, due to 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 was purchased 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,
Do you know about film?
3. The zoom lens does not move. What is ISO?
® Are you depressing the shutter release button? If ISO describes the sensitivity of film to light. The greater
so, the zoom lens cannot operate at the same time. the film's ISO rating, the more sensitive it is. Usually, color
Take your finger off the shutter release button. negative film of ISO 100, 200 or 400 is used.
4. The zoom lens retracted automatically.
e Did you leave the camera with the power switch on What is DX-coded film?
and not operate it for over three minutes? If so, the DX coding informs the camera of a film's 1SO sensitivity,
camera switches off the power and protectively so the camera can self-adjust to the film's speed. Almost
covers the lens automatically. (See page 4.) all negative-color film is DX-coded.
5. panel or” "15 displayed on the LCD Flash-effective range other than ISO 100, 200 or 400
e itindicates that the camera's self-diagnosis function Lens 1SO so 1000 1600
is working. In this case, operate the zooming lever 38 mm 0.6-2.2m | 1*-95m |[1.2*-10.5m
until" H "or" UY " disappears. If either letter ( 004) (2-7 ft) (3-31 ft) | (3.9-34 ft)
remains on or appears frequently after that, the 60 mm 0.6-1.5 т | 0.6-6.5 т | 0.8*-8m
camera may have some trouble. Contact our (4) (2-5 ft) (2-21 ft) | (2.6-26 ft)
service center.
* Because of high film speed, overexposure may occur at
close range.
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however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees
are to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your
purchase when required, please keep the receipts or bills
covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a
year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please
make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer's
authorized representatives or their approved repair shops,
unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer.
Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only
after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the
service station to proceed with the servicing.
This warranty policy does not apply to Pentax
products purchased in the U.S.A., U.K., or Canada.
The local warranty policies available from Pentax
distributors in those countries supersede this
warranty policy.
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS |
ON
@ Viewfinder eyepiece
© Power switch
OB Zooming lever
O Film information window
® Back cover release lever
@ Battery chamber cover
@) Battery chamber cover lock
O) Back cover
@ Tripod socket
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANT TIME
SPECIFICATIONS
WITHOUT NOTIFICATION OR ANY OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF
THE MANUFACTURER.
Type:
35 mm fully automatic leaf-shutter camera with built-in
zoom lens.
Film:
35 mm perforated DX-coded film with ISO rating from 50
to 1600 (EV1 steps). 24 x 36 mm format.
Film loading/winding:
Auto film loading. Auto winding: single-frame advance
mode.
Film rewinding:
Auto rewinding starts at end of roll. Auto stop upon
completion of rewinding. Film roll can also be rewound
in mid-roll.
Lens:
Pentax 38 mm to 60 mm, f/4.5 to f/6.7, power zoom lens,
6 elements in 5 groups, angle 59* to 39.5”.
Focusing system:
Infrared active autofocusing with focus-lock.
Range: 0.6 m (2 ft) to infinity.
Shutter:
Programmed AE electronic shutter; approx. 1/250 to 1/4
sec; bulb (approx. 1/2 to 8 sec); electromagnetic
release.
Self-timer:
Electronic red lamp indication. Approx. 10-sec delay.
Cancellation after activation is possible. Dual-Frame
and Double-Action Zoom Self-Timer can take 2
consecutive exposures.
Zooming:
2-type system: Continuous Zoom and Instant Tele/Wide.
Viewfinder:
Zoom viewfinder with albada-bright frame. Autofocus
frame.
Exposure:
Programmed auto-exposure.
Ranges (ISO 100): Auto and Daylight Sync-EV9 10
EV16.5 (38 mm), EV10.5 to EV16.5 (60 mm); Flash
Off—EV6.5 to EV16.5 (38 mm), EV7.5 to EV16.5 (60
mm)
Flash:
Built-in automatic flash discharge. Automatic low-
luminance firing in Auto mode. Charging time: Approx. 3
sec. (using fresh lithium batteries).
Power source:
Two 3V lithium batteries (equivalent to CR123A).
Size and weight:
139 (W) x 76 (H) x 43 (D) mm (5.4" x 3.0" x 1 7°); 2959
(10.4 oz) without batteries
DATE model
Imprinting mode:
"Year, Month and Day", "Day, Hour and Minute” or blank.
Size and weight:
139 (W) x 76 (H) x 45 (D) mm (5.47 x 3.0" x 1.8");
305g(10.8 0z) without batteries
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