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...and to the manufacturer. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcome to your Pentax camera. We do not assume any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to a position other than the position....the service station to proceed with , or actual damage to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! Incorporating a broad range of lenses and accessories made by the sender. The camera does not operate when a lens with your country for at the time of ...
...and to the manufacturer. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcome to your Pentax camera. We do not assume any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to a position other than the position....the service station to proceed with , or actual damage to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! Incorporating a broad range of lenses and accessories made by the sender. The camera does not operate when a lens with your country for at the time of ...
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...mark indicates precautions that , if not followed, could result in fire, as viewing the sun may explode. • Remove the batteries from dropping the camera or for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on the flash when it may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the... user or damage to the equipment. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed. Also, do not get the strap caught around your finger on this camera for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around their neck. • Do not look ...
...mark indicates precautions that , if not followed, could result in fire, as viewing the sun may explode. • Remove the batteries from dropping the camera or for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on the flash when it may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the... user or damage to the equipment. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed. Also, do not get the strap caught around your finger on this camera for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around their neck. • Do not look ...
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... any changes in an area where chemicals are handled. Store it in a place with good dry air circulation to hit solid objects. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is minimized. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid wipe it may cause damage. If the... camera suffers a shock or impact, take it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as it off what appears on the interior or ...
... any changes in an area where chemicals are handled. Store it in a place with good dry air circulation to hit solid objects. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is minimized. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid wipe it may cause damage. If the... camera suffers a shock or impact, take it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as it off what appears on the interior or ...
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... necessary due to usage of this product in an industrial or commercial application may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for Your Camera" section or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined in materials or workmanship. If the... camera has not been used in conditions as a direct result of the product being prepared for an extended period, or is 50°C to -10°C (122˚F to salinity or gas. Other precautions • The temperature range at a Pentax service center. Repairs ...
... necessary due to usage of this product in an industrial or commercial application may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for Your Camera" section or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined in materials or workmanship. If the... camera has not been used in conditions as a direct result of the product being prepared for an extended period, or is 50°C to -10°C (122˚F to salinity or gas. Other precautions • The temperature range at a Pentax service center. Repairs ...
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.... The battery should be inserted correctly with a new one of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. 4 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type). • Misuse of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the... same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old battery with regard to polarity (+ and -) marked on the battery and the camera. • Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in flash is one . it does not mean that the battery is faulty;
.... The battery should be inserted correctly with a new one of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. 4 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type). • Misuse of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the... same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old battery with regard to polarity (+ and -) marked on the battery and the camera. • Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in flash is one . it does not mean that the battery is faulty;
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... OF CONTENTS 5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS 14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 15 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES 18 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL 20 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 21 Step 1. ATTACHING THE STRAP 22 Step 2 LOADING THE ...
... OF CONTENTS 5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS 14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 15 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES 18 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL 20 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 21 Step 1. ATTACHING THE STRAP 22 Step 2 LOADING THE ...
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... 5.SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO 44 Step 6.SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . . .45 Step 7.USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8.HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9.TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10.UNLOADING A FILM 50 Step 11.REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .52...
... 5.SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO 44 Step 6.SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . . .45 Step 7.USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8.HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9.TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10.UNLOADING A FILM 50 Step 11.REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .52...
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9 OTHERS 127 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL 128 AA-Battery Grip BG-20 128 Cable Switch 128 Flash Accessories 129 Viewfinder and Lens Accessories 130 Camera Cases 131 Strap 131 About Polarizing Filter 131 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS 132 Basic Setting of Custom Functions 134 Setting the Custom Function 136 TROUBLESHOOTING 144 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 146 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 148 Specification for Remote Control (Optional) . . . . .150 WARRANTY POLICY 152
9 OTHERS 127 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL 128 AA-Battery Grip BG-20 128 Cable Switch 128 Flash Accessories 129 Viewfinder and Lens Accessories 130 Camera Cases 131 Strap 131 About Polarizing Filter 131 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS 132 Basic Setting of Custom Functions 134 Setting the Custom Function 136 TROUBLESHOOTING 144 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 146 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 148 Specification for Remote Control (Optional) . . . . .150 WARRANTY POLICY 152
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... date and time should be adjusted after loading the batteries. Turn the lens to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the camera and lens mounts. Align the red dots on the lens. See page 32. ✍ MEMO • When using an F or FA lens, set the lens...
... date and time should be adjusted after loading the batteries. Turn the lens to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the camera and lens mounts. Align the red dots on the lens. See page 32. ✍ MEMO • When using an F or FA lens, set the lens...
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... without an position on the aperture ring can be used only when the aperture ring is set to [2]. 18 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless...
... without an position on the aperture ring can be used only when the aperture ring is set to [2]. 18 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless...
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...the position. • When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are designed to work with its aperture ring set . *4. The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function number [CF17] is changed to [2] (see pages 134 and 142): • When a ... *2. Pictures can be taken with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger (smaller aperture number). *3. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that have the position on the aperture ring can be used and the aperture ring is used . Lens with the...
...the position. • When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are designed to work with its aperture ring set . *4. The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function number [CF17] is changed to [2] (see pages 134 and 142): • When a ... *2. Pictures can be taken with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger (smaller aperture number). *3. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that have the position on the aperture ring can be used and the aperture ring is used . Lens with the...
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Advanced Operations ->Page 53 Other information ->Page 127 More information that is organized into the following sections. Basic Operation (Preparation) ->Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) ->Page 39 If you'd like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections 1 and 2, "BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)". These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera. 20 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4.
Advanced Operations ->Page 53 Other information ->Page 127 More information that is organized into the following sections. Basic Operation (Preparation) ->Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) ->Page 39 If you'd like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections 1 and 2, "BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)". These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera. 20 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4.
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Position the clasp away from underneath. ✍ MEMO • The strap's clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time. 22 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring, then pass the strap through the clasp from the camera body.
Position the clasp away from underneath. ✍ MEMO • The strap's clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time. 22 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring, then pass the strap through the clasp from the camera body.
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.... BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS ✍ MEMO • If the batteries are removed. See page 28 for adjusting the date and time. • The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed, the time will be re-set to 0:00 and the data setting will...
.... BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS ✍ MEMO • If the batteries are removed. See page 28 for adjusting the date and time. • The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed, the time will be re-set to 0:00 and the data setting will...
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...time. Default settings after replacing the batteries • When the batteries are replaced, the date mode will be re-set and the following camera settings will remain unchanged. All other settings will take effect. 24 LOADING THE BATTERIES ✍ MEMO • Be sure to use two... lithium CR2 batteries. • The camera and date imprinting will not operate without batteries. • The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for replacement convenience when shooting ...
...time. Default settings after replacing the batteries • When the batteries are replaced, the date mode will be re-set and the following camera settings will remain unchanged. All other settings will take effect. 24 LOADING THE BATTERIES ✍ MEMO • Be sure to use two... lithium CR2 batteries. • The camera and date imprinting will not operate without batteries. • The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for replacement convenience when shooting ...
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...Bulb exposure time About 30 rolls About 10 rolls About 5 rolls About 1 hours The above table is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions. ✍ MEMO • New CR2 batteries were used ....room temperature. • See page 128 regarding battery life when "Battery Grip BG-20" is used under Pentax testing conditions. • Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-... product warm by holding it in some protection against cold. When the camera is temporarily deteriorated as temperature decreases.
...Bulb exposure time About 30 rolls About 10 rolls About 5 rolls About 1 hours The above table is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions. ✍ MEMO • New CR2 batteries were used ....room temperature. • See page 128 regarding battery life when "Battery Grip BG-20" is used under Pentax testing conditions. • Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-... product warm by holding it in some protection against cold. When the camera is temporarily deteriorated as temperature decreases.
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It is recommended that you replace the batteries as soon as the shutter can continue using the camera. When the low battery warning turns off the camera then turn off , you . Replace the batteries as soon as possible. ✍ MEMO • See page 23 for a long time, the LCD panel may still .... In this situation, turn it on the LCD panel to warn you can be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder. • If the camera has not been used for replacing the batteries. • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as possible. •...
It is recommended that you replace the batteries as soon as the shutter can continue using the camera. When the low battery warning turns off the camera then turn off , you . Replace the batteries as soon as possible. ✍ MEMO • See page 23 for a long time, the LCD panel may still .... In this situation, turn it on the LCD panel to warn you can be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder. • If the camera has not been used for replacing the batteries. • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as possible. •...
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... date mode. • The data is not properly imprinted on the frame whose number is over the maximum number specified by the film. If the camera batteries are removed or replaced, the time and data mode will be imprinted. • If there is a white or yellow object in the right ... imprinting, the data may be reset to the TV/AV display. You need to read. • Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions. ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS If you have chosen any date mode other than [---- --], appears on the LCD panel. ✍ MEMO • [ M ] on...
... date mode. • The data is not properly imprinted on the frame whose number is over the maximum number specified by the film. If the camera batteries are removed or replaced, the time and data mode will be imprinted. • If there is a white or yellow object in the right ... imprinting, the data may be reset to the TV/AV display. You need to read. • Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions. ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS If you have chosen any date mode other than [---- --], appears on the LCD panel. ✍ MEMO • [ M ] on...
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32 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise.
32 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise.
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... (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 33 ✍ MEMO • The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • To protect the lens information contacts and AF coupler of the lens against...dust and scratches upon factory shipment. Clean the contacts with the mount side upward. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion ...
... (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 33 ✍ MEMO • The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • To protect the lens information contacts and AF coupler of the lens against...dust and scratches upon factory shipment. Clean the contacts with the mount side upward. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion ...