Pentax Optio S4i Operation Manual

Pentax Optio S4i - Optio S4i 4MP Digital Camera Manual

Get Pentax Optio S4i - Optio S4i 4MP Digital Camera PDF manuals and user guides
UPC - 027075079694
View all Pentax Optio S4i manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals

Pentax Optio S4i manual content summary:

  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 1
    on recycled paper • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. 57343 Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2004 01-200402 Printed in Japan Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 2
    you for buying the PENTAX Optio S4i 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
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 3
    an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care 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 out of the reach of small children. Seek medical
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 4
    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 Battery Charger , consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 5
    bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in. • Remove the battery and unplug the AC plug cord when not using the battery charger. • Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 6
    Care to be Taken During Handling • Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 7
    , 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" (p.21) regarding the SD Memory Card. • Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 8
    Operating Parts 12 Getting Started 13 Attaching the Strap 13 Powering the Camera 14 Installing the Battery 14 Removing the Battery 14 Charging the Battery 15 Using the AC Adapter (optional 18 Installing the SD Memory Card 20 Image Size and Quality 22 Initial Settings 23 Setting the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 9
    Posterization Mode 49 Taking Pictures with Digital Filters (Digital Filter Mode 50 Using Preset Function Setting the Sensitivity 78 Setting the Instant Review Time 79 Setting the Image Sharpness 80 the Settings 84 Saving the Menu Items (Memory 84 Registering Functions in User Mode 85
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 10
    Images 109 Copying Files 110 Settings 112 Camera Settings 112 Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory 112 Changing the Start-up Screen 113 Changing City Codes 126 Optional Accessories 127 Messages 128 Troubleshooting 130 Main Specifications 132 WARRANTY POLICY 134 8
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 11
    Contents of the Operating Manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started 1 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. 2 Quick Start This chapter explains
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 12
    of the Package Camera Optio S4i Strap O-ST20 (∗) Software (CD-ROM) S-SW20 AV cable I-AVC7 (∗) USB cable I-USB7 (∗) Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8 (∗) Battery charger D-BC20 (∗) AC plug cord D-CO2J Operating Manual (this manual) Operating Manual (PC Connection Manual) Items marked
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 13
    Power switch Remote control receiver Shutter release button Flash Microphone Lens Self-timer lamp USB/AV terminal Strap lug DC input terminal Terminal cover Viewfinder Focus status lamp (green) Flash status lamp (red) LCD monitor Speaker Battery charger terminal Battery/Card cover Tripod socket 11
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 14
    Indications A guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below. Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom /f/y button Four-way controller (3) 3 for digital zoom y Four-way controller (4) 4 for trimming Four-way controller
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 15
    Getting Started Getting Started Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop. 13
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 16
    Powering the Camera Getting Started 1 2 Battery lock lever Battery 3 1 2 Battery/Card cover 1 Installing the Battery Install the battery provided with the camera. 1 Open the battery/card cover. Slide the battery/card cover in the direction indicated by the arrow 1 and flip the cover open 2 .
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 17
    into the power outlet. Charging the Battery in the Camera 3 Place the camera in the charger. Turn the camera off and position the camera so that the lens rests in the depression in the case. The charging indicator on the charger blinks red while the battery is charging and lights red when charging
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 18
    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. • You can also remove the battery from the camera and charge it using the optional D-BC8 battery charger kit. • Always charge the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 19
    . 110 min. • The above figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions and may vary depending on capture mode and shooting conditions. • In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in a cold environment, keep it warm by putting it
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 20
    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 while you are taking pictures. • Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter before using the adapter. • Be sure to
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 21
    Precautions When Using the Battery Charger or AC Adapter To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the battery charger or AC adapter, be sure to read the section on "FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA" on page 1. Refer to page 132 for the specifications of 1 the battery charger and AC adapter
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 22
    the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted ( appears on the LCD monitor) or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted ( appears on the LCD monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. 1 Open the battery/card cover. Slide the battery/card cover
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 23
    in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time. • When you purchase the SD Memory Cards, access the PENTAX website and confirm beforehand if they have compatibilty with your camera. Inquiries on the card compatibility can also be answered by your nearest PENTAX service center. 21
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 24
    Moving Picture (320×240) 53 sec. • The above table indicates the number of images when using the built-in memory (10MB). • 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. 22
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 25
    If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current Display Language You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French,
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 26
    Getting Started Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. 11 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date and time display style. Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy 24h 01 / 01 / 2004 12 : 00 MENU Exit OK OK 2 Press the four-way controller (5). Date
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 27
    Step 3. 9 Press the OK button when you have finished the 1 settings. The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time using the MENU mode by pressing the MENU button. In this case, the screen will appear next time you turn the camera on. • You can change the settings after
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 28
    • To switch to the Green mode and let the camera set all the shooting functions automatically, press the QUICK camera is in focus. 4 Press the shutter release button. The image appears on the LCD monitor for one second (Instant Review) and is recorded on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 29
    picture. [Poor focusing conditions] The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In this case, lock the focus on an object reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background) Instant Review The Instant Review default setting is one second. During this time, you
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 30
    Quick Start Playing Back Still Pictures Q Playback button 2 LCD monitor Four-way controller Quick Start Playing Back an Image You can display the still picture you have just taken. 1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. 100-0010 04/14/2004
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 31
    Quick Start Rotating the Displayed Image 1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture. The image appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). The image is rotated 90° clockwise each time the button is pressed. 100-0015 2 04/14/2004 12:00 Press the four-way
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 32
    button 3 1 2 DISPLAY button Press the power switch. The power switch is illuminated by a green light. The lens extends and the camera turns on in the Capture mode. The camera is ready to take pictures by pressing the shutter release button. • Press the Q Playback button to switch to the Playback
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 33
    the Voice Recording mode to switch to the Lens Closed Playback mode. Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.28 Voice Recording Mode You can use the camera as a voice recorder. There are two ways to activate the Voice Recording mode. 1 Press the power switch for more than two seconds. The power indicator
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 34
    follows. (1p.69) Macro mode (1p.69) Super Macro mode (1p.69) Infinity-Landscape mode (1p.69) Manual Focus mode (1p.70) Focusing Area mode (1p.70) 4 Zoom button Changes the size of the subject. ( up] menu. (1p.121) Adjusts the ratio when the digital filter is set to the slim filter. (1p.50) 32
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 35
    focus mode. (1p.70) 8 OK button Selects a menu item. (1p.36) Performs spot autofocus at the standard autofocus distance in manual focus mode. 9 DISPLAY button Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.68, 92) 10 MENU button 3 Displays the [A Rec.Mode], [Q Playback] and [B Set
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 36
    on the LCD monitor. (1p.89) 5 Q Playback button Switches to Capture mode. (1p.26, 86) 6 Four-way controller (2) Sets the DPOF settings for the print service. (1p.100) (45) Displays the previous or next image. (1p.28) (3) Rotates the image. (1p.29) 7 OK button Selects a menu item. (1p.36) Records or
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 37
    Common Operations 1 2 3 4 3 Voice Recording Mode 1 Shutter release button When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. When pressed for more than one second, recording continues for as long as the button is held down and stops when the button is released. 2 Q Playback
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 38
    the settings and change the camera settings on these menus. How to Set the Menus When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation appears on the exit the menu, if you turn the camera off incorrectly (such as by removing the battery while the camera is turned on), any changes you have
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 39
    Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto MENU Exit OK OK 3 Rec. Mode EVCompensation ±0.0 3D Mode Parallel FastFwdMovie Off Digital Zoom On Instant Review 1 sec Memory MENU Exit 3 OK OK Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 40
    moving pictures Off No Yes No p.65 Digital Zoom For taking digital zoom pictures On No Yes Yes p.63 Instant Review For setting the Instant Review time 1 sec. No No Yes p.79 For saving the shooting Memory function settings when - the camera is turned off No Yes Yes p.84
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 41
    memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa p.110 Alarm For setting the alarm to ring at a specific USB Connection Mode Sleep Timeout Auto Power Off Custom Function QUICK Button Reset Description For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory the camera is turned on For setting the video
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 42
    ) Taking Pictures The Green mode lets you take pictures quickly and easily, simply by pressing the shutter release button. In Q (Green) mode, the camera automatically sets all the functions, including the shutter speed and aperture. You can use the zoom button to change the size of the subject
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 43
    Setting the Functions (Program Mode) In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 6 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. Taking Still Pictures
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 44
    Program OK OK Press the OK button. Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. Landscape OK OK Picture mode In Picture mode, the EV compensation, saturation
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 45
    the OK button. 4 Press the shutter release button Night Scene OK OK halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 5 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. Total recording time will be longer when the picture is taken at slower
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 46
    5 44 Press the OK button. The following shooting information appears on the LCD monitor and the camera is ready to take moving pictures. 1 Flash Off icon 2 Moving Picture mode icon 3 Card/Built-in memory 4 Recordable time Press the shutter release button. Shooting starts. You can change the size of
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 47
    -Landscape mode and Manual Focus mode can be set in Moving Picture mode. The focus is set to a fixed position in Autofocus mode. • Only the digital zoom can be using the digital zoom. • The Marine Moving Picture mode enables you to record moving pictures using the waterproof case (optional). Taking
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 48
    (Panorama Assist Mode) 4 You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX) and a computer are necessary for joining the images. The Panorama Assist mode enables you to overlap the edges of the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 49
    Panorama Assist mode, change to another mode. • The camera cannot join the images. Use the panorama software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for PENTAX, ACD Photostitcher). Refer to "Viewing Digital Camera Images on a PC" for instructions on creating panorama pictures. • Continuous shooting is not
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 50
    Focus mode). Soft 3 Press the OK button. 4 Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 5 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken in Soft Focus mode. OK OK 2 04/14/2004 12:00 48
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 51
    ). 3 Press the OK button. 4 Press the shutter release button Posterization OK OK 2 halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 5 Press the shutter release button. 04/14/2004 12:00 The picture is taken in Posterization mode. 49
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 52
    blue and green, and a slim 4 filter that produces a slim effect. The Digital Filter mode enables you to take pictures using these filters. Taking Pictures Taking Pictures with LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 7 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. 50
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 53
    screen for setting the slimness level appears when you select the slim filter in Digital Filter mode. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select O . The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 8 Press the shutter release button. 64 The picture is taken
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 54
    E (User mode). USER 3 Press the OK button. 4 Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 5 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. OK OK 12 04/14/2004 12:00 Registering Functions in User Mode
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 55
    Marine Mode) In Marine mode, you can use the optional waterproof case to take underwater pictures that capture the blueness of the sea button halfway. The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus. 5 Press the shutter release button. The picture is taken. Marine
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 56
    (2345) to select M (Marine mode). 3 Press the OK button. 2 The Marine Mode screen appears. Taking Pictures 4 Press the QUICK button. The camera switches to N (Marine Moving Picture mode). Press the QUICK button again to return to M (Marine mode). 5 Press the shutter release button. The moving
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 57
    by the cross method. Refer to "Selecting the Viewing Mode" (p.56) for instructions on taking pictures by the cross method. 1 Press the four-way controller (3) the left of the LCD monitor. 4 Take the first image. Hold the camera so that the subject is in the middle of the left half of the screen
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 58
    3D Mode Parallel FastFwdMovie Off Digital Zoom On Instant Review 1 sec Memory MENU Exit OK OK The camera returns to the Capture Mode 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
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 59
    Viewing 3D Pictures by the Parallel Method and Cross Method As our eyes are positioned about 6 cm or 7 cm apart, there is a very slight deviation between what we see with our right eye and what we see with our left eye. The difference is processed by our brain to produce a three-dimensional image.
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 60
    Taking Pictures How to View 3D Pictures Using the 3D Image Viewer Print out the pictures so that they are about 11 cm or 12 cm wide and place the divider of the 3D image viewer in the middle of the two. 4 As the distance between the left and right eyes differs from person to person, some people may
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 61
    Taking Pictures Example of a 3D Picture (Cross Method) 4 59
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 62
    two seconds after the self-timer lamp starts to blink. Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the self-timer lamp is blinking. • The second count appears if you turn the LCD self-timer engaged. Taking Pictures of Yourself 1p.42 Troubleshooting "Subject is not in focus" 1p.131 60
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 63
    four meters away from the front of the camera. Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately 30,000 times. Contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center if the battery needs changing. (A charge is made for changing
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 64
    when the camera is in focus. 3 Press the shutter release button. 04/14/2004 12:00 Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. Shooting stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button. • You can continue shooting until the SD Memory Card is full
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 65
    take pictures in Tele or Wide mode. 4 1 Press the Zoom button in Capture 198 mode. x : makes the subject bigger. w: makes the subject smaller. When the digital zoom function is disabled, you can take pictures at up to three times magnification using the optical zoom. When the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 66
    controller (45) to select [On]. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode EVCompensation ±0.0 3D Mode Parallel FastFwdMovie Off Digital Zoom On Instant Review 1 sec Memory MENU Exit OK OK • The digital zoom is disabled when you turn the LCD monitor off, 4 even
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 67
    5 2, 3 Taking Pictures 4 1 CN Taking Time-Lapse Moving Pictures This mode lets you take moving pictures at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the moving picture back, the action appears speeded up. 4 1 Press the MENU button in Moving Picture mode or Marine Moving Picture mode. The [A
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 68
    Lets you take moving pictures and sound. p.44 Lets you take a number of images to be joined into a panorama picture using the software supplied p.46 with the camera. Lets you take 3D pictures. p.55 Lets you capture the natural colors of landscape views. Lets you take brightly colored flower
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 69
    D Digital Filter mode Lets you take pictures with a color filter or slim filter. p.50 E USER mode Lets you activate the preset function settings simply by turning the camera on. p.52 M Marine mode Lets you take underwater pictures that capture the blueness of the sea using the waterproof case
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 70
    56 7 power is turned on. 2 1 Flash mode 2 Drive mode 3 Focus mode 4 Capture mode 5 Focus frame 6 Card/Built-in memory 7 Remaining number of recordable images 8 Date and time 9 Battery indicator 1/160 F2.6 04/14/2004 12:00 10 Aperture 11 Shutter speed 4 Histogram Display 11 10 9 The
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 71
    the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected focus mode. • The default setting is Autofocus mode. • The zoom is fixed at the middle position and only the digital zoom can be used in Super Macro mode. • Only Autofocus, Infinity-Landscape and Manual Focus modes can be selected
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 72
    viewfinder. Be sure to check the image on the LCD monitor. Taking Pictures Manual Focus When the mode is set to z (Manual Focus), the central portion of the picture is enlarged to full screen on its original location, press the qsz button again. Troubleshooting "Subject is not in focus" 1p.131 70
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 73
    .) 1 Press the b button in Capture mode. The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon appears on the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected flash mode. Status of the Focus Status Lamp and Flash Status Lamp 1p.27 Saving the Flash
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 74
    -way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the size. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto MENU Exit
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 75
    controller (23) to select [Quality Level]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the quality level. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto MENU Exit
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 76
    of shooting. White Balance F G H I J K Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures taking pictures under fluorescent light. Manual Use this mode when taking pictures by adjusting the white balance manually. 1 Press the MENU button
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 77
    Setting Have a blank sheet of white paper ready. 1 Select [K] (manual) on the White Balance screen. 2 Point the camera at the blank sheet of paper so that it fills the screen. 3 Press the DISPLAY button. White Balance AWB DISP Adjust MENU Exit OK OK
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 78
    -way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto MENU Exit
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 79
    (23) to select [AE Metering]. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the AE metering mode. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity 50 MENU Exit OK
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 80
    shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions. 100 • The higher the sensitivity, the faster the shutter speed in low light conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may be affected by 200 noise. 1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears. 2 Use the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 81
    the display time. 4 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode EVCompensation ±0.0 3D Mode Parallel FastFwdMovie Off Digital Zoom On Instant Review 1 sec Memory MENU Exit OK OK The Instant Review setting is saved when the camera is turned off. Taking Pictures 79
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 82
    (45) Rec. Mode Sharpness Saturation Contrast to change the setting from [Normal] to [Hard (+)] or [Soft (-)]. 4 Press the OK button. MENU Exit OK OK The camera is ready to take the picture. The Sharpness setting is saved when the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 83
    (45) Rec. Mode Sharpness Saturation Contrast to change the setting from [Normal] to [High (+)] or [Low (-)]. 4 Press the OK button. MENU Exit OK OK The camera is ready to take the picture. The Saturation setting is saved when the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 84
    (45) Rec. Mode Sharpness Saturation Contrast to change the setting from [Normal] to [High (+)] or [Low (-)]. 4 Press the OK button. MENU Exit OK OK The camera is ready to take the picture. The Contrast setting is saved when the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 85
    Mode EVCompensation ±0.0 3D Mode Parallel FastFwdMovie Off Digital Zoom On Instant Review 1 sec Memory MENU Exit OK OK You can choose the EV setting in the range of -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in 1/3 EV steps. 4 Press the OK button. The camera
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 86
    P MF The manual focus position is SD Memory Card is inserted, file numbers are assigned sequentially. O • Menu items not included in [Memory] will also be saved in the settings selected on the menus for each function when the camera is turned off. • The zoom position setting in the digital
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 87
    Items Registered in User Mode Flash mode Drive mode Focus mode Manual focus position Recorded pixels Quality White balance Focusing area AE metering Sensitivity Digital zoom Instant review Memory Sharpness Saturation Contrast EV compensation Custom function Default Setting Auto Normal Autofocus
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 88
    LCD monitor according to how much space is available on the SD Memory Card. Power 1, 4 indicator 2, 3 Microphone Speaker Recording and camera enters the Voice Recording mode. • Sound is saved in WAVE monaural files. • The microphone is located on the front of the camera. Aim the camera
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 89
    the next index Zoom/f/y button (x) Increases the volume Zoom/f/y button (w) Reduces the volume 4 Press the four-way controller (3). Playback stops. 5 Press the Q Playback button. The camera switches to the Voice Recording mode. If you entered the Playback mode from Capture mode, the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 90
    Voice Memo] on the [QPlayback] menu. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select [Off]. 3 Press the OK button. O disappears from the four-way controller guide and no voice memos can be added. 88
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 91
    on the SD Memory Card when a card is inserted in the camera, or in the built-in memory when no card is inserted. 2 1 3 Playing Back Still Pictures Press the Q Playback button. Refer to "Playing Back an Image" (p.28), or "Playing Back the Previous or Next Image" (p.28) for instructions on playing
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 92
    /f/y button once displays the image at maximum magnification Off : Pressing y of the Zoom/f/y button once magnifies the image in steps 3 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take or play back images. 6 90 Playback/Deleting/Editing
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 93
    can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode at the same time. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Operations include playback, frame by frame screen returns to the first frame. 4 Press the Q Playback button. The camera returns to Capture mode. 91
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 94
    On Shooting information is displayed. 1 Protect icon 2 Voice Memo icon 3 Folder name 4 File name 5 Card/Built-in memory icon 6 Four-way controller operation guide 7 Shooting date and time 8 Battery indicator 12 3 4 5 100-0010 04/14/2004 12:00 8 76 Histogram Display The brightness
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 95
    2, 3 1 Nine Image Display You can display nine images at the same time. 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an image. 2 Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y button. Nine images appear with the selected image in the center. Use the four-way controller (2345) to 6
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 96
    1, 3, 4 5 2 Playback/Deleting/Editing Slideshow You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory continuously. 1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image with which to start the slideshow. 2 63 4 Press the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 97
    [Delete]. 4 Press the OK button. Delete Cancel MENU Exit All OK OK The image or sound is deleted. • You can also delete images from Instant Review (p.79). • You cannot delete protected images (with the Z icon). • If [Quick Delete] is set to On in the [Q Playback] menu, Step 3 can be omitted. (1p
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 98
    ] already selected. 1 Select [Quick Delete] on the [Q Playback] menu. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select [On] or [Off]. 3 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take or play back images. Playback/Deleting/Editing 96
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 99
    1 2 3 Deleting All Images You can delete all the images and sounds at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images and sounds cannot be deleted. 1 Enter the Playback mode and press the i button twice. 100-0010 Delete all images & The Delete All screen appears. sounds?
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 100
    [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all the images and sounds. Even protected images and sounds will be deleted by formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 101
    equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. 1 Open the terminal cover and white) terminal. 3 Turn the TV and camera on. Changing the Video Output Format 1p.119 If you intend to use the camera for a long time, use of the AC
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 102
    (DPOF) You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) compatible printer or at a printing service. 1, 2, 3, 4 5 Printing Single Images Set the following items for each image. Copies: Choose the number of copies up to a maximum of 99. Date: Specify whether
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 103
    date setting will be displayed. • To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of copies to 0 and press the OK button. • You cannot set the printing service for moving pictures or sound-only files. • Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo 6 processing lab., the date may not be
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 104
    1, 3, 4, 5 6 2 Printing All Images 1 2 3 4 6 5 6 Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way controller (2). Press the DISPLAY button. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date].
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 105
    Using PictBridge By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB7) supplied with the camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC. Select the images you want to print and the number of copies on the camera after it has been
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 106
    Printing Single Images 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [1 Image]. 2 Press the OK button. The Print This Image screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image to print. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to ten
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 107
    Printing All Images 1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images]. 2 Press the OK button. 100-0010 The Print All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to check Print All the images and make sure you want to print them all. Copies 01 Date Total 20 3 Use the four-way
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 108
    you have finished printing. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera. 3 Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. If you press the MENU button while the "Continue printing?" message is displayed, the message "Safely remove USB cable" is displayed. When you disconnect the
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 109
    use this function to continue taking pictures when the card or memory is full, by making the images smaller and overwriting the original images to make more space available in the memory. 6 Resizing Single Images After changing the size and quality, the image
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 110
    the original image. Playback/Deleting/Editing Resizing All Images You can change the size of all the images saved on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory. 6 4 Press the DISPLAY button in Step 3 on the previous page. 100-0010 The Resize All screen appears. Resize all. Select Recorded
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 111
    MENU Four-way controller OK button MENU button Playback Slideshow 3sec Resize Trimming Copy image & sound Alarm Off RecordVoiceMemo On MENU Exit OK OK Trimming Images You can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image. 1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode. The [Q
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 112
    OK You can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can only be selected when a card has been inserted in the camera. When files are copied from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card, all the files are copied at once. When files are
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 113
    selected file is copied to the built-in memory. MENU Exit OK OK • 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 to the built-in memory, it is assigned a new file name. 6 Playback/Deleting
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 114
    all the data in the built-in memory if there is no SD Memory Card inserted. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card is being formatted as this may damage the card and render it unusable. • SD Memory Cards formatted on a PC or device other than the 7 camera cannot be used. Be sure to
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 115
    the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take or play back Optio MENU Exit DISP Image OK OK images. • Once the start-up screen has been set, it will not be deleted even if the original image is deleted or the SD Memory Card or built-in memory is formatted. To delete the start
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 116
    operation sounds. Sound Playback Volume Operation Volume Start-up Sound Shutter Sound Key operation Sound Focus Sound MENU Exit 6 Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take or play back images. 1 1 1 1 OK OK Settings 114
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 117
    Date and Time You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. 1 Select [Date Adjust] on the [B Set-up] menu. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 118
    How to recall the [B Set-up] menu MENU Four-way controller OK button MENU button Rec. Mode RecordedPixels 2304x1728 Quality Level White Balance AWB FocusingArea Multiple AE Metering Sensitivity Auto MENU Exit OK OK Setting the World Time The date and time selected in "Initial Settings" (p.23)
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 119
    (New York)]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the [W] Home Time city and choose the DST setting. 7 Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready to take or play back images with the time in the selected city. Refer to page 126 for the list of cities and
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 120
    OK Changing the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. You can choose from English, French, German, way controller (45) to choose the language. 3 Press the OK button. 7 The camera is ready to take or play back images. Settings 118
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 121
    format to match the output format of the TV. 3 Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take or play back images. Changing the USB Connection Mode 7 You can change the USB connection mode depending on whether the USB cable is to be connected to a printer (PictBridge) or a computer. 1 Select
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 122
    is ready to take or play back images. This function will not work when playing the slideshow or when the 7 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. 1 Select [Auto Power Off] on the [B Set
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 123
    The selected function is registered. CustomFunction EVCompensation Quick Button Greenmode USB Connection 7 MENU Exit OK OK Only one function can be Focusing Area, AE Metering, Sensitivity, Time-Lapse Movie, Instant Review, Sharpness, Saturation and Contrast. Settings Retrieving a Function 1
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 124
    Press the OK button. The selected function is registered. Set-up Video Out NTSC SleepTimeout 1 min AutoPowerOff 3 min CustomFunction EVCompensation Quick Button Greenmode USB Connection MENU Exit OK OK Only one function can be registered on the QUICK button. You can choose from the following 12
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 125
    the default settings. 1 Select [Reset] on the [B Set-up] menu. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). Reset The Reset screen appears. 3 Reset all camera settings Use the four-way controller (2) to to defaults? select [Reset]. 4 Press the OK button. Reset Cancel MENU Exit OK OK The settings
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 126
    the four-way controller (5). The list of alarms appears. Active alarms are indicated by O. Press the OK button twice. If any alarms are enabled, the camera will be turned off and the alarms will be set. Alarm 1 Once 17:30 2 Everyday 19:30 3 Off 12:00 MENU Exit OK OK Setting
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 127
    . Turning the Alarm Off 7 The alarm rings for one minute and the selected image is displayed when the set time is reached with the camera turned off. The camera turns off automatically when the alarm has finished ringing. To turn the alarm off, press any button. The alarm will not ring when
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 128
    Appendix List of City Codes Refer to the following list of city codes when setting the World Time. TYO GUM SYD NOU WLG AKL PPG HNL ANC YVR SFO LAX YYC DEN MEX CHI MIA YTO NYC SCL CCS 8 YHZ BUE SAO RIO MAD LON PAR MIL ROM BER Tokyo Guam Sydney Noumea Wellington
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 129
    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-ST20 (∗) Remote control unit F Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI8 (∗) Battery charger D-BC20 (∗) Battery charger D-BC8 Waterproof case O-WP2 3D image
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 130
    109) Memory card error Shooting and playback are impossible due to a problem with the SD Memory Card. Try displaying on a PC. Card not formatted The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or has been formatted on a PC or other device and is not compatible with this camera. (p.112) Card
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 131
    the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function. No paper No ink Printer error Data error Jammed There is no paper in the printer. There is no ink in the printer. An error message has been sent from the printer. A data error message has been sent from the printer. The paper in the printer
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 132
    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Camera will not Battery is not installed Check battery is installed. If not, install turn on battery. Battery is installed incorrectly Check orientation of battery. Reinsert battery with (4) symbol towards back of camera. (p.14) Battery power is low
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 133
    at target and press shutter release button fully, or use Manual Focus mode. Subject is not in focusing Position subject in focus frame (focusing area 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
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 134
    (approx. 10 MB), SD Memory Card Image Storage Capacity (When using a 16MB SD Memory Card) Quality Level Recorded Pixels 2304×1728 1600×1200 1024×768 640×480 Best 3 8 18 40 Better 6 14 33 62 Good 10 20 43 83 Moving Picture (320×240) 53 sec. White Balance Lens 8 Digital Zoom Viewfinder LCD
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 135
    Weight 105 g (excluding battery and SD Memory Card) Weight When Shooting 120 g (including battery and SD Memory Card) Accessories Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, battery charger, AC plug cord, USB cable, software (CD-ROM), AV cable, strap, operating manual Appendix Power Supply Rated input
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 136
    mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The , your PENTAX returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however,
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 137
    distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your 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. 8 The
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 138
    has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
  • Pentax Optio S4i | Operation Manual - Page 139
    47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to §15.109. Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera Model Number: Optio S4i Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: February, 2004,
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • 39
  • 40
  • 41
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • 50
  • 51
  • 52
  • 53
  • 54
  • 55
  • 56
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 61
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 65
  • 66
  • 67
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 71
  • 72
  • 73
  • 74
  • 75
  • 76
  • 77
  • 78
  • 79
  • 80
  • 81
  • 82
  • 83
  • 84
  • 85
  • 86
  • 87
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90
  • 91
  • 92
  • 93
  • 94
  • 95
  • 96
  • 97
  • 98
  • 99
  • 100
  • 101
  • 102
  • 103
  • 104
  • 105
  • 106
  • 107
  • 108
  • 109
  • 110
  • 111
  • 112
  • 113
  • 114
  • 115
  • 116
  • 117
  • 118
  • 119
  • 120
  • 121
  • 122
  • 123
  • 124
  • 125
  • 126
  • 127
  • 128
  • 129
  • 130
  • 131
  • 132
  • 133
  • 134
  • 135
  • 136
  • 137
  • 138
  • 139
•
Printed on recycled paper
•
Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
57343
Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2004
01-200402 Printed in Japan
PENTAX Corporation
2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters)
Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY
PENTAX U.K. Limited
PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks
SL3 8PN, U.K.
PENTAX France S.A.S.
12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE
PENTAX Benelux B.V.
(for Netherlands)
Spinveld 25, 4815 HR Breda, NETHERLANDS
(for Belgium & Luxembourg)
Weiveldlaan 3-5, 1930 Zaventem, BELGIUM
PENTAX (Schweiz) AG
Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND
PENTAX Scandinavia AB
P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN
PENTAX U.S.A., Inc
600 12
th
Street, Suite 300
Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.
PENTAX Canada Inc.
1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7,
CANADA
Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from
your camera, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.