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Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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...for the direct printout of images. Please read this has no effect on the recorded image. However, this manual before using the PENTAX Digital Camera that you complete the product registration, which can be taken here also. The PRINT Image Matching logo is 99.99% or better,...used under license. • There is registered in helping you to understand all the features and functions. Regarding trademarks • PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation. • The SD logo and the SDHC logo are trademarks. • QuickTime™ and QuickTime logo are placed ...
...for the direct printout of images. Please read this has no effect on the recorded image. However, this manual before using the PENTAX Digital Camera that you complete the product registration, which can be taken here also. The PRINT Image Matching logo is 99.99% or better,...used under license. • There is registered in helping you to understand all the features and functions. Regarding trademarks • PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation. • The SD logo and the SDHC logo are trademarks. • QuickTime™ and QuickTime logo are placed ...
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... that violating this product may result in the event of any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as a result of, for example, the camera being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a card is... accidentally swallowed. • Wrapping the strap of it being dropped, please do not hang the strap around your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Warning Caution This symbol indicates that violating this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols....
... that violating this product may result in the event of any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as a result of, for example, the camera being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a card is... accidentally swallowed. • Wrapping the strap of it being dropped, please do not hang the strap around your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Warning Caution This symbol indicates that violating this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols....
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... replacing the batteries, do not combine old batteries with your eyes, do not rub them apart. • Do not remove the external seal of the camera heat up during use with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles in your clothing as they may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire. 2 ... be careful of the battery leakage should come in contact with new ones. The batteries could explode or catch fire. Batteries for Batteries • This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH or AA nickel manganese batteries. Doing so may explode. • Do not charge any of ...
... replacing the batteries, do not combine old batteries with your eyes, do not rub them apart. • Do not remove the external seal of the camera heat up during use with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles in your clothing as they may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire. 2 ... be careful of the battery leakage should come in contact with new ones. The batteries could explode or catch fire. Batteries for Batteries • This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH or AA nickel manganese batteries. Doing so may explode. • Do not charge any of ...
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... motorbike, car, ship, etc. • The temperature range in which can cause a malfunction. 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 not removable. • Do not clean the product...traveling. This can become damaged due to substantial vibrations, shock, or pressure. Contents of the recording cannot be taken regarding vehicles, which the camera can cause an electrical shock. • Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to a malfunction of high temperature ...
... motorbike, car, ship, etc. • The temperature range in which can cause a malfunction. 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 not removable. • Do not clean the product...traveling. This can become damaged due to substantial vibrations, shock, or pressure. Contents of the recording cannot be taken regarding vehicles, which the camera can cause an electrical shock. • Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to a malfunction of high temperature ...
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... memory will return to normal when normal temperatures are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance. • If the camera is not a fault. • Periodic checks are returned to recover that formatting an SD memory card or built-in your own risk. • Please ... or water droplets and allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket on the camera. 4 This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may still be careful not to enter...
... memory will return to normal when normal temperatures are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance. • If the camera is not a fault. • Periodic checks are returned to recover that formatting an SD memory card or built-in your own risk. • Please ... or water droplets and allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket on the camera. 4 This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may still be careful not to enter...
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...of the Package 14 Names of Parts 15 Names of Operating Parts 16 Monitor Indications 16 Getting Started 19 Attaching the Strap 19 Powering the Camera 20 Installing the Batteries 20 Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply 23 Using the AC Adapter Abroad 24 Installing the SD ...Memory Card 26 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level of Still Pictures 29 Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Frame Rate of Movies ...........30 Turning the Camera On and Off 32 Playback Only Mode 33 Initial Settings 34 Setting the Display Language 34 Setting the Date and Time 37 Quick Start ...
...of the Package 14 Names of Parts 15 Names of Operating Parts 16 Monitor Indications 16 Getting Started 19 Attaching the Strap 19 Powering the Camera 20 Installing the Batteries 20 Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply 23 Using the AC Adapter Abroad 24 Installing the SD ...Memory Card 26 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level of Still Pictures 29 Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Frame Rate of Movies ...........30 Turning the Camera On and Off 32 Playback Only Mode 33 Initial Settings 34 Setting the Display Language 34 Setting the Date and Time 37 Quick Start ...
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... a Specific Menu 56 Setting the Playback Mode 58 Taking Pictures 61 Taking Pictures 61 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode (Auto Picture Mode 61 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings (Program Mode 62 Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring when Taking Pictures (Blur Reduction Mode 63 Taking Pictures in the Basic...
... a Specific Menu 56 Setting the Playback Mode 58 Taking Pictures 61 Taking Pictures 61 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode (Auto Picture Mode 61 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings (Program Mode 62 Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring when Taking Pictures (Blur Reduction Mode 63 Taking Pictures in the Basic...
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...Zoom Playback 110 Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode 112 Slideshow 113 Playing Back Movies 115 Playing Back a Movie 115 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 116 Deleting Images 117 Deleting Single Images/Sound Files 117 Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image ...124 Editing Images 124 Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize 124 Trimming Images 126 Copying Images and Sound Files 127 Using the Digital Filters 129 Using the Brightness Filter 130 Adding a Frame (Frame Composite 131 Red-eye Compensation 133 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF...
...Zoom Playback 110 Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode 112 Slideshow 113 Playing Back Movies 115 Playing Back a Movie 115 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 116 Deleting Images 117 Deleting Single Images/Sound Files 117 Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image ...124 Editing Images 124 Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize 124 Trimming Images 126 Copying Images and Sound Files 127 Using the Digital Filters 129 Using the Brightness Filter 130 Adding a Frame (Frame Composite 131 Red-eye Compensation 133 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF...
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Printing Using PictBridge 137 Connecting the Camera to the Printer 137 Printing Single Images 138 Printing All Images 140 Printing Using the DPOF Settings 141 Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer 141 ... (Voice Recording Mode 143 Playing Back Sound 145 Adding a Voice Memo to Images 146 Recording a Voice Memo 146 Playing Back a Voice Memo 147 Settings 148 Camera Settings 148 Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory 148 Changing the Sound Settings 149 Changing the Date and Time 151 Setting...
Printing Using PictBridge 137 Connecting the Camera to the Printer 137 Printing Single Images 138 Printing All Images 140 Printing Using the DPOF Settings 141 Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer 141 ... (Voice Recording Mode 143 Playing Back Sound 145 Adding a Voice Memo to Images 146 Recording a Voice Memo 146 Playing Back a Voice Memo 147 Settings 148 Camera Settings 148 Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory 148 Changing the Sound Settings 149 Changing the Date and Time 151 Setting...
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... the "d mode" and the mode for recording sound files is referred to as the "O mode". Q mode This is useful to be taken when operating the camera. indicates precautions to know. indicates information that is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies and sound files. The meanings of the related...
... the "d mode" and the mode for recording sound files is referred to as the "O mode". Q mode This is useful to be taken when operating the camera. indicates precautions to know. indicates information that is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies and sound files. The meanings of the related...
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...This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions. 9 Appendix This section deals with the camera. Refer to the PC Connection Manual for 8 instructions on saving images to a computer and installing ACDSee for PENTAX, and refer to ACDSee for PENTAX Help for instructions on a TV and ...how to delete images from the camera. 7 6 Editing and Printing Images This chapter explains the various ways of printing ...
...This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions. 9 Appendix This section deals with the camera. Refer to the PC Connection Manual for 8 instructions on saving images to a computer and installing ACDSee for PENTAX, and refer to ACDSee for PENTAX Help for instructions on a TV and ...how to delete images from the camera. 7 6 Editing and Printing Images This chapter explains the various ways of printing ...
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... mode is high, allowing you to enjoy your camera to frame your camera. The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode* depending on the LCD monitor. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to the full. The Optio M20 features an easy-to -Navigate Capture and Playback ... when you select an icon, allowing you to check the functions available in each mode and how to navigate. Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio M20 has a variety of shooting modes to take pictures easily using standard settings. (p.64) 12 Use the Green Mode...
... mode is high, allowing you to enjoy your camera to frame your camera. The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode* depending on the LCD monitor. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to the full. The Optio M20 features an easy-to -Navigate Capture and Playback ... when you select an icon, allowing you to check the functions available in each mode and how to navigate. Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio M20 has a variety of shooting modes to take pictures easily using standard settings. (p.64) 12 Use the Green Mode...
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...to pictures you have to worry about the subject not being able to match the frame shape and size. With the Optio M20, you can print images directly from the camera. Easily print out images without Using a Computer! Display Images and Sound Files in the picture or reduce or enlarge the... picture size to print out pictures at home because operating the computer was too difficult! With the Optio M20, you can add a fun ...
...to pictures you have to worry about the subject not being able to match the frame shape and size. With the Optio M20, you can print images directly from the camera. Easily print out images without Using a Computer! Display Images and Sound Files in the picture or reduce or enlarge the... picture size to print out pictures at home because operating the computer was too difficult! With the Optio M20, you can add a fun ...
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For other optional accessories, refer to "Optional Accessories" (p.170). 14 Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio M20 Strap O-ST51 (*) Dock insert O-DI58 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW58 USB cable I-USB7 (*) AV cable I-AVC7 (*) Two AA alkaline batteries PC Connection Manual Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to "Optional Accessories" (p.170). 14 Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio M20 Strap O-ST51 (*) Dock insert O-DI58 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW58 USB cable I-USB7 (*) AV cable I-AVC7 (*) Two AA alkaline batteries PC Connection Manual Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
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1 Shooting mode (p.52) 2 Flash mode (p.81) 3 Drive mode (p.72, p.73) 4 Focus mode (p.79) 5 Camera shake icon (p.77) 6 Digital zoom icon (p.74) 7 Memory status (p.32) + : Built-in memory (without card) a : SD Memory Card r : Card is write-protected 8 Remaining image storage capacity 9 Battery indicator (p.22) ...
1 Shooting mode (p.52) 2 Flash mode (p.81) 3 Drive mode (p.72, p.73) 4 Focus mode (p.79) 5 Camera shake icon (p.77) 6 Digital zoom icon (p.74) 7 Memory status (p.32) + : Built-in memory (without card) a : SD Memory Card r : Card is write-protected 8 Remaining image storage capacity 9 Battery indicator (p.22) ...
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Getting Started Getting Started Attaching the Strap Attach the strap (O-ST51) supplied with the camera. 1 2 1 1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and pull tight. 19
Getting Started Getting Started Attaching the Strap Attach the strap (O-ST51) supplied with the camera. 1 2 1 1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and pull tight. 19
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Getting Started Powering the Camera 1 1 2 Installing the Batteries Install the batteries into place. 20 Pull the battery/card cover in the direction of 1 and flip the cover open in the direction of 2. 2 Insert the batteries, making sure the (+) and (-) on the batteries match the (+) and (-) inside the battery compartment. 3 Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries. 1 Open the battery/card cover.
Getting Started Powering the Camera 1 1 2 Installing the Batteries Install the batteries into place. 20 Pull the battery/card cover in the direction of 1 and flip the cover open in the direction of 2. 2 Insert the batteries, making sure the (+) and (-) on the batteries match the (+) and (-) inside the battery compartment. 3 Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries. 1 Open the battery/card cover.
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... result. Actual performance may also be reset. • Insert the batteries correctly. Wipe the ends of the batteries and insert them into the camera. • Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time (at 23°C with LCD monitor on again to reset ...Recording Time*2 300 min. 200 min. 120 min. 90 min. Getting Started Use the AC adapter kit K-AC51 (optional) if you intend to use the camera for a long time. (p.23) • AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries are not rechargeable. 1 • Do not open the ...
... result. Actual performance may also be reset. • Insert the batteries correctly. Wipe the ends of the batteries and insert them into the camera. • Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time (at 23°C with LCD monitor on again to reset ...Recording Time*2 300 min. 200 min. 120 min. 90 min. Getting Started Use the AC adapter kit K-AC51 (optional) if you intend to use the camera for a long time. (p.23) • AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries are not rechargeable. 1 • Do not open the ...
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...battery level may not be displayed for emergency use. • Due to their characteristics, AA alkaline batteries may not allow the camera to take a lot of pictures. • Battery Level Indicator You can check the battery level by placing them in your ... Screen Display w (green) x (green) y (yellow) z (red) [Battery depleted] Battery Status Adequate power remains. Batteries are exhausted. The camera will return to normal performance when the batteries reach room temperature. • Due to take spare batteries when using these batteries. Battery 1 performance that ...
...battery level may not be displayed for emergency use. • Due to their characteristics, AA alkaline batteries may not allow the camera to take a lot of pictures. • Battery Level Indicator You can check the battery level by placing them in your ... Screen Display w (green) x (green) y (yellow) z (red) [Battery depleted] Battery Status Adequate power remains. Batteries are exhausted. The camera will return to normal performance when the batteries reach room temperature. • Due to take spare batteries when using these batteries. Battery 1 performance that ...