Getting Started
Attaching the Strap
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.
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Powering the Camera
1 Charging indicator
Battery
3
To power outlet
2
Battery charger
1
AC plug cord
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Charging the Battery
When using the camera for the first time or when the [Battery depleted.] message is displayed, charge the battery.
1
Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
2
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3
Place the battery in the charger so that the PENTAX name is visible.
The charging indicator lights red while the battery is charging and changes to green when charging is completed.
4
When charging is completed, remove the battery from the battery charger.
• The time required for full charge is about 100 minutes maximum.
The appropriate ambient temperature range for charging the battery 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 time that 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.
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Battery lock lever
2
Battery
1
Battery charger
Installing the Battery
Install the battery provided. When using the camera for the first time, charge the battery before installing.
1
Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and flip the cover open.
2
Insert the battery with 2 symbol facing toward the LCD monitor while using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.
3
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.
• If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. ( 1
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, the date 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. 180 (when 50% shooting uses flash, LCD monitor ON)
Playback time : Approx. 110 min.
• The description above is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions.
• Generally, 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 be recovered when the batteries are returned to room temperature.
• Be sure to take a spare battery with you when travelling abroad or to a cold region or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.
• Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the symbol displayed on the LCD monitor.
(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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4
AC plug cord
To power outlet
1
2 1
AC adapter
3
Using the AC Adapter (optional)
If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended.
1
Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover.
2
Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera, being sure to match the 4 symbols.
3
Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
4
Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
• 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 are inserted 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 the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter.
• When connecting the DC terminals, be sure to match the 4 symbols. Inserting the plugs with too much force may damage them.
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Installing the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
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Battery/Card cover
SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
To remove the card, push and pull out
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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 inserting or removing the SD Memory Card /
MultiMediaCard.
1
Open the battery/card cover.
2
Insert SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard so the label
(the side with the 2 symbol) is facing toward the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.
3
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 and Recorded pixels/
Quality levels
Quality Level Best
C
5
11
26
57
Better
D
9
20
47
89
Good
E
14
28
62
119
Movie images
(320 × 240)
Recorded Pixels
2304 × 1728
1600 × 1200
1024 × 768
640 × 480
60 sec × 1
• 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.
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.
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Precautions When Using a SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the battery/Card cover.
• The SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard is equipped with
Write-protect switch a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to [LOCK] protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card.
• 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.96) for instructions on formatting.
• Never remove the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard during formatting as this may 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 is erased
• when the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard is mishandled by the user.
• when the SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard is exposed to atic 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 is removed 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 or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
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Initial Settings
1 Power switch
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Four-way controller
OK button
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 and current date and time. 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 the Date/Time”
(p.100) 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, Russian, Chinese and Japanese.
1
Turn the camera on.
2
Use the four-way controller ( 45 ) to select the display language.
Initial settings
Language/
City
D.S.T
English
NYC
The default setting is English.
3
Press the four-way controller ( 3 ).
The screen for setting the city will be displayed.
MENU Exit OK Ok
• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to
“Changing the Display Language” (p.102).
Setting the Home Town
You can choose the city (Home Town) in which you will use the camera.
1
Press the four-way controller ( 45 ) to select the desired city (Home
Town).
2
Press the four-way controller ( 3 ).
Initial Setting
Language/
City
D.S.T
English
NYC
The screen for setting the D.S.T will be displayed.
MENU Exit OK Ok
• See p.110 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.100).
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Setting the D.S.T. Mode
You can choose whether or not to display the D.S.T (Daylight Saving
Time) mode.
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Use the four-way controller ( 45 ) to select Y (On) or Z (Off).
Initial Setting
Language/ English
The default setting is P (Off).
2
Press the OK button.
City
D.S.T
NYC
The screen for setting the Date and Time will be displayed.
MENU Exit OK Ok
• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to
“Setting the World Time” (p.100).
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Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time.
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Use the four-way controller ( 23 ) to change the month.
Date Adjust
1 / 1 / 2003
0 : 00
2
Press the four-way controller ( 5 ).
2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the day.
MENU Exit DISP
12/24
OK Ok
Date Adjust
1 / 1 / 2003
0 : 00
3
Use the four-way controller ( 23 ) to change the day and press the four-way controller ( 5 ).
2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the year.
4
Repeat Step 3 to change the [year]
[hour] and [minutes].
MENU Exit DISP
12/24
OK Ok
Date Adjust
10 / 20 / 2003
0 : 00
MENU Exit DISP 12/24 OK Ok
Date Adjust
10 / 20 / 2003
0 : 00
5
Use the Display button to select the 12-hour or 24-hour display format.
MENU Exit DISP 12/24 OK Ok
Date Adjust
10 / 20 / 2003
11 : 19 PM
MENU Exit DISP 12/24 OK Ok
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When you have finished the settings, press the OK button 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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• 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.100).
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