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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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... their intentions. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the camera in the Copyright Act. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. Regarding PictBridge PictBridge allows the user to produce images more information. Regarding trademarks PENTAX and Optio are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant...
... their intentions. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the camera in the Copyright Act. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. Regarding PictBridge PictBridge allows the user to produce images more information. Regarding trademarks PENTAX and Optio are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant...
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... may result in the event of any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is taken apart. • If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for exclusive use of an AC adapter other irregularity, stop using this product, we request your special...an AC adapter that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries. When using the camera immediately, remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Using Your Camera Safely We have paid close attention to take care that small children do not under ...
... may result in the event of any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is taken apart. • If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for exclusive use of an AC adapter other irregularity, stop using this product, we request your special...an AC adapter that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries. When using the camera immediately, remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Using Your Camera Safely We have paid close attention to take care that small children do not under ...
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... not to burn yourself during use, so please take care, as there is 100 - 240V AC. • Do not use specified battery with this camera. The specified voltage is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time. • Should the LCD be damaged..., be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to charge batteries other metal objects away from the camera immediately if it is touching your eyes, do not rub them. Precautions for Battery Charger Usage • Only use the product at a voltage other ...
... not to burn yourself during use, so please take care, as there is 100 - 240V AC. • Do not use specified battery with this camera. The specified voltage is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time. • Should the LCD be damaged..., be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to charge batteries other metal objects away from the camera immediately if it is touching your eyes, do not rub them. Precautions for Battery Charger Usage • Only use the product at a voltage other ...
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... AC plug cord with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of hazards, use could cause a fire ... that it to a computer, etc. This will be useful if you when traveling. Care to be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc. • The lens on female connector body (with organic solvents such as at a wedding or ...
... AC plug cord with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of hazards, use could cause a fire ... that it to a computer, etc. This will be useful if you when traveling. Care to be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc. • The lens on female connector body (with organic solvents such as at a wedding or ...
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...used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • The liquid crystal display will become very hot inside and outside of the camera. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault. • Periodic checks are returned to. • The response speed of... the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. Please manage your back pocket as this camera is not waterproof, do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. Do not use it with any raindrops or water droplets and allow dirt, mud...
...used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • The liquid crystal display will become very hot inside and outside of the camera. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault. • Periodic checks are returned to. • The response speed of... the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. Please manage your back pocket as this camera is not waterproof, do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. Do not use it with any raindrops or water droplets and allow dirt, mud...
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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 Charging the Battery 20 Installing the Battery 21 Charging the Battery Abroad 23 Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply 25 ... 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 Turning the Camera On in Playback 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 Charging the Battery 20 Installing the Battery 21 Charging the Battery Abroad 23 Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply 25 ... 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 Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode 33 Initial Settings 34 Setting the Display Language 34 Setting the Date and Time 37 Quick Start ...
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... Setting the Playback Mode 57 Taking Pictures 60 Taking Pictures 60 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode (Auto Picture Mode 60 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings (Program Mode 62 Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring when Taking Pictures (Digital SR Mode 63 Taking Pictures of People (Natural Skin Tone Mode/Portrait...
... Setting the Playback Mode 57 Taking Pictures 60 Taking Pictures 60 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode (Auto Picture Mode 60 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings (Program Mode 62 Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring when Taking Pictures (Digital SR Mode 63 Taking Pictures of People (Natural Skin Tone Mode/Portrait...
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...109 Zoom Playback 111 Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode 113 Slideshow 114 Playing Back Movies 116 Playing Back a Movie 116 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 117 Deleting Images 118 Deleting a Single Image/Sound File 118 Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image...125 Editing Images 125 Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize 125 Cropping Images 127 Copying Images and Sound Files 128 Using the Digital Filters 130 Using the Brightness Filter 131 Adding a Frame (Frame Composite 132 Red-eye Compensation 134 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF...
...109 Zoom Playback 111 Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode 113 Slideshow 114 Playing Back Movies 116 Playing Back a Movie 116 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment 117 Deleting Images 118 Deleting a Single Image/Sound File 118 Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image...125 Editing Images 125 Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize 125 Cropping Images 127 Copying Images and Sound Files 128 Using the Digital Filters 130 Using the Brightness Filter 131 Adding a Frame (Frame Composite 132 Red-eye Compensation 134 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF...
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Printing Using PictBridge 138 Connecting the Camera to the Printer 138 Printing Single Images 139 Printing All Images 141 Printing Using the DPOF Settings 142 Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer 142 ... (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 138 Connecting the Camera to the Printer 138 Printing Single Images 139 Printing All Images 141 Printing Using the DPOF Settings 142 Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer 142 ... (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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... can d, O, q, In this Operating Manual are explained below. 1 indicates the reference page number for recording sound files is referred to be taken when operating the camera.
... can d, O, q, In this Operating Manual are explained below. 1 indicates the reference page number for recording sound files is referred to be taken when operating the camera.
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... 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 the Operating Manual This Operating Manual...
... 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 the Operating Manual This Operating Manual...
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... using standard settings. (p.66) 12 If you are easy to enjoy your camera. Use the s (Green mode) to -Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode* depending on the LCD monitor. The Optio M40 features an easy-to use , first select b (Auto Picture) (p.60).... Simply select icons that appear on the scene. A guide appears when you select an icon, allowing you to navigate. Let the camera choose the optimal settings. In addition, ...
... using standard settings. (p.66) 12 If you are easy to enjoy your camera. Use the s (Green mode) to -Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode* depending on the LCD monitor. The Optio M40 features an easy-to use , first select b (Auto Picture) (p.60).... Simply select icons that appear on the scene. A guide appears when you select an icon, allowing you to navigate. Let the camera choose the optimal settings. In addition, ...
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...by date in the frame. With the Optio M40, you can add a fun frame when taking a picture of a child or your pictures with a frame. For decorating your pet, for example. (p.69) You can print images directly from the camera. By connecting the camera to play back. 13 Display Images and... Sound Files in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to pictures you no longer have taken. Easily print out images without Using a Computer! With the Optio M40, you can also ...
...by date in the frame. With the Optio M40, you can add a fun frame when taking a picture of a child or your pictures with a frame. For decorating your pet, for example. (p.69) You can print images directly from the camera. By connecting the camera to play back. 13 Display Images and... Sound Files in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to pictures you no longer have taken. Easily print out images without Using a Computer! With the Optio M40, you can also ...
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Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio M40 Strap O-ST51 (*) Software (CD-ROM) S-SW70 USB cable I-USB7 (*) AV cable I-AVC7 (*) Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI63 (*) Battery charger D-BC63 (*) AC plug cord PC Connection Manual Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. (The battery charger is not sold separately and is only available together with the AC plug cord in the battery charger kit K-BC63.) For details on other optional accessories, refer to "Optional Accessories" (p.171). 14
Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Optio M40 Strap O-ST51 (*) Software (CD-ROM) S-SW70 USB cable I-USB7 (*) AV cable I-AVC7 (*) Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI63 (*) Battery charger D-BC63 (*) AC plug cord PC Connection Manual Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. (The battery charger is not sold separately and is only available together with the AC plug cord in the battery charger kit K-BC63.) For details on other optional accessories, refer to "Optional Accessories" (p.171). 14
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... it appears white, the indicated area blinks red as a warning. 17 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...
... it appears white, the indicated area blinks red as a warning. 17 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...
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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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... correctly but the charging indicator fails to the battery charger D-BC63. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. 3 Place the battery in the camera for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and... charging conditions.) • The battery has reached the end of its service life when it in the charger so that the PENTAX logo is finished. • The time required to charge the battery before using it starts to run down soon after a long period of non-use...
... correctly but the charging indicator fails to the battery charger D-BC63. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. 3 Place the battery in the camera for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and... charging conditions.) • The battery has reached the end of its service life when it in the charger so that the PENTAX logo is finished. • The time required to charge the battery before using it starts to run down soon after a long period of non-use...
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... 2. 2 Using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction of the camera. 21 Removing the Battery 1 Open the battery/card cover. 2 Release the battery by using it in the camera for the first time. 1 Open the battery/card cover. Getting Started 1 1 2 Installing the Battery Use the... using your finger to press the battery lock lever in the direction of 1. Slide the battery/card cover in until it is provided with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. Push the battery in the direction of 3, insert the battery with the...
... 2. 2 Using the side of the battery to press the battery lock lever in the direction of the camera. 21 Removing the Battery 1 Open the battery/card cover. 2 Release the battery by using it in the camera for the first time. 1 Open the battery/card cover. Getting Started 1 1 2 Installing the Battery Use the... using your finger to press the battery lock lever in the direction of 1. Slide the battery/card cover in until it is provided with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. Push the battery in the direction of 3, insert the battery with the...
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... CIPA-compliant testing (with you when traveling abroad or to a cold region, or if you intend to take spare batteries when using the camera for the first time; If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result. • Do not remove the battery while the...by placing them in -house testing. • In general, battery performance may temporarily deteriorate as the temperature decreases. Wait a minute and then turn the camera on , the message [Battery depleted] may appear. Getting Started Use the AC adapter kit K-AC64 (optional) if you do not intend to use the...
... CIPA-compliant testing (with you when traveling abroad or to a cold region, or if you intend to take spare batteries when using the camera for the first time; If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result. • Do not remove the battery while the...by placing them in -house testing. • In general, battery performance may temporarily deteriorate as the temperature decreases. Wait a minute and then turn the camera on , the message [Battery depleted] may appear. Getting Started Use the AC adapter kit K-AC64 (optional) if you do not intend to use the...