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220 Problem Cause Remedy AE lock function does not operate Flash does not discharge AE lock is not available when set to B (Green), p (Bulb) or M (Flash X- sync speed) mode Use AE lock with any setting other than B (Green), p (Bulb) or M (Flash X-sync speed) mode. Capture mode is set to B (Green) mode. Only C (Auto discharge) and D (Auto flash+Redeye reduct) are available for Flash Mode when Capture mode is B. Flash will not discharge when the subject is bright in these modes. In Capture modes other than B, only the flash mode that discharges every time the flash recharges is available. Try different Capture modes. USB connection with computer does not work properly* The Transfer Mode is set to [PictBridge] An error occurred while sending USB data Set Transfer Mode to [PC]. Change the Transfer Mode to [PC-F]. Appendix USB 5 connection with printer does not work The Transfer Mode is set to [PC] or [PC-F] Set Transfer Mode to [PictBridge]. (p.110) properly Shake Reduction function is off Turn on the Shake Reduction switch. Shake Reduction does not work Shake Reduction function is not set properly Shutter speed is too low for Shake Reduction function to be effective when panning or shooting night scenes, etc. If a lens for which focal length information cannot be acquired is used, set the [Focal Length] on the [Shake Reduction] menu. (p.69) Turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod. Subject is too close Move away from the subject, or turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod. In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting them back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. * Refer to p.11 of the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual" for details on connecting the camera to a PC.

Section	Page
FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY	3
ABOUT THE CAMERA	3
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE	4
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER USAGE	4
Care to be Taken During Handling	5
Contents	8
Composition of the Operating Manual	13
1 Before Using Your Camera	15
Camera Characteristics	16
Checking the Contents of the Package	18
Names and Functions of Working Parts	19
Camera	19
Capture Mode	20
Playback Mode	22
Display Indicators	24
LCD Monitor	24
Viewfinder	28
LCD Panel	30
Using the Menu	31
How to Operate the Menu	31
[Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items	33
[Playback] Menu Setting Items	33
[Set-up] Menu Setting Items	34
[Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items	35
Using the Fn Menu	38
Capture Mode	38
Playback Mode	39
Using the Mode Dial	40
2 Getting Started	43
Attaching the Strap	44
Using the Battery	45
Charging the Battery	45
Inserting/Removing the Battery	46
Battery Level Indicator	48
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (Exclusive Battery Fully Charged)	48
Using the AC Adapter (Optional)	49
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card	50
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level	52
Turning the Camera On and Off	54
Initial Settings	55
Setting the Display Language	55
Setting the Date and Time	58
Attaching the Lens	60
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter	62
3 Basic Operations	63
Basic Shooting Operation	64
Holding the Camera	64
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings	65
Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function	69
Turning On the Shake Reduction Function	70
Setting the Shake Reduction Function	71
Using a Zoom Lens	72
Using the Built-in Flash	73
Other Shooting Modes	77
Continuous Shooting	77
Self-Timer Shooting	79
Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately)	83
Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake	86
Playing Back Still Pictures	87
Playing Back Images	87
Rotating Images	89
Enlarging Playback Images	90
Displaying Multiple Images	91
Displaying a Folder	93
Slideshow	94
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment	96
Processing Images with Filters	97
Processing Images with Digital Filters	97
Editing RAW Images	100
Deleting Images	102
Deleting a Single Image	102
Deleting All Images	103
Deleting Selected Images (from Multi-image Display)	104
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)	106
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)	108
Printing Single Images	108
Settings for All Images	109
Printing Using PictBridge	111
Setting [Transfer Mode]	112
Connecting the Camera to the Printer	113
Printing Single Images	114
Printing All Images	116
Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings	118
Disconnecting the USB Cable	118
4 Function Reference	119
Setting the File Format	120
Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels	120
Setting the JPEG Quality Level	121
Setting the Image Tone	122
Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast	123
Setting the File Format	124
Setting the White Balance	125
Setting the Color Space	131
Focusing	132
Using the Autofocus	132
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)	134
Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)	136
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)	138
Using the AF Button	139
Setting the Exposure	140
Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed	140
Setting the Sensitivity	142
Selecting the Metering Method	144
Changing the Exposure Mode	146
Setting the Exposure	163
Changing the Shooting Conditions Automatically when Shooting (Auto Bracket)	165
Shooting in Multi-exposure Mode	168
Storing User Settings	169
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting	171
Selecting the Preview Method	171
Displaying the Preview	172
Using the Built-in Flash	174
Compensating Flash Output	174
Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash	175
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode	175
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash	178
DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash	179
Using an External Flash (Optional)	181
Settings During Playback	188
Changing Playback Display Method	188
Setting the Slideshow Display Interval	189
Camera Settings	190
Formatting the SD Memory Card	190
Turning the Beep On and Off	191
Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style	192
Setting the World Time	193
Setting the Display Language	196
Setting the Guide Display Time	196
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor	197
Selecting the Video Output Format	197
Setting Auto Power Off	198
Selecting the Folder Name	198
Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview	199
Selecting a Battery	200
Selecting Capture Mode Settings to Save in the Camera	201
Resetting to Default Settings	203
Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu	203
Resetting the Custom Function Menu	204
5 Appendix	205
Default Settings	206
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations	210
Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]	212
Cleaning the CCD	213
Removing Dust by Shaking the CCD	213
Removing Dust with a Blower	214
Optional Accessories	216
Error Messages	219
Troubleshooting	221
Main Specifications	223
Glossary	226
Index	230

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Appendix

In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static

electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting

them back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the

batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The

mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates

correctly, it does not require any repairs.

Refer to p.11 of the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO

Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details on connecting the camera to a PC.

AE lock

function does

not operate

AE lock is not available

when set to

(Green),

(Bulb) or

(Flash X-

sync speed) mode

Use AE lock with any setting other than

(Green),

(Bulb) or

(Flash X-sync speed)

mode

Flash does not

discharge

Capture mode is set to

(Green) mode.

Only

(Auto discharge) and

(Auto

flash+Redeye reduct) are available for

Flash Mode when Capture mode is

Flash will not discharge when the subject

is bright in these modes. In Capture modes

other than

, only the flash mode that

discharges every time the flash recharges

is available. Try different Capture modes.

USB

connection

with computer

does not work

properly*

The Transfer Mode is

set to [PictBridge]

Set Transfer Mode to [PC].

An error occurred while

sending USB data

Change the Transfer Mode to [PC-F].

USB

connection

with printer

does not work

properly

The Transfer Mode is

set to [PC] or [PC-F]

Set Transfer Mode to [PictBridge]. (p.110)

Shake

Reduction

does not work

Shake Reduction

function is off

Turn on the Shake Reduction switch.

Shake Reduction

function is not set

properly

If a lens for which focal length information

cannot be acquired is used, set the [Focal

Length] on the [Shake Reduction] menu.

(p.69)

Shutter speed is too low

for Shake Reduction

function to be effective

when panning or

shooting night scenes,

etc.

Turn off the Shake Reduction function and

use a tripod.

Subject is too close

Move away from the subject, or turn off the

Shake Reduction function and use a

tripod.

Problem

Cause

Remedy