Asahi Pentax Optio 50-L User Manual

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EN-1
FCC STATEMENT (For customers in USA)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such
changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet apareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur
du Canada.
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EN-1FCC STATEMENT (For customers in USA)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)

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EN-10PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS... 43Viewing Images ... 43Magnifying Images ...

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EN-11INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing the new digital still camera!Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers high quality, 2

Page 4 - FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

EN-12Package ContentsCarefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item ismissing or if you find a

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EN-13GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERAFront View1. Shutter release button2. Mode dial3. Flash4. Power switch5. Self-timer LED6. Microphone7. PC / AV termina

Page 6 - About the AC Adapter

EN-14Rear View1. W / buttonT / button2. button3. MENU button4. button5. Four-way controllerS button / X button / W buttonT button6. / DISPLAY butto

Page 7 - °C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

EN-15Mode DialYou can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve thedesired effect.Mode Description1.

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EN-16LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode1. Flash mode[] Auto[ ] Auto + Red-eye[ ] Flash On[ ] Flash Off2. Mode indication[ ] Simple Mode[ ] Program M

Page 9 - CONTENTS

EN-17 Movie Mode1. Movie mode2. Recordable movie time available3. Memory status4. Battery power indicator5. Focus area6. Flash mode7. Date Image Pla

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EN-18PREPARING THE CAMERAInstalling the BatteriesYou can use 2 AA size batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable) to power the camera. Make sure that

Page 11 - INTRODUCTION

EN-19Using the AC Adapter (Optional Accessory)Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or conne

Page 12 - Package Contents

EN-2Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Digital Camera.Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the feature

Page 13 - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

EN-20Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)The digital camera comes with approx. 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store

Page 14 - Rear View

EN-21Data BackupVery occasionally, malfunction of the camera may cause data stored in the built-in memory to becomeunreadable. As a backup measure, we

Page 15 - Mode Dial

EN-22 The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card maybecome unreadable. Be sure to make a

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EN-23Attaching the Camera StrapAttach the strap as shown in the illustration.132

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EN-24GETTING STARTEDTurning the Power On/Off Press the Power switch until the digital camera turns on. To turn the power off, press the Power switch

Page 18 - PREPARING THE CAMERA

EN-25Choosing the Screen LanguageWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed in the monitor.Follow

Page 19 - DC input terminal

EN-26Setting the Date and TimeFollow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time.1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your c

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EN-27Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal MemoryThe term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also c

Page 21 - Write-protect switch

EN-28Using the LCD MonitorYours camera is equipped with a 2.5” full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replayrecorded images/movie clip

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EN-29PHOTOGRAPHY MODEShooting Images - The Basics1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or and turn yourcamera on by pressing the Power switch.2.

Page 23 - Attaching the Camera Strap

EN-3Regarding PictBridge PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified standard forthe direct prin

Page 24 - GETTING STARTED

EN-30Setting Image Resolution and QualityAs you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontalpix

Page 25 - Language

EN-31Using the Zoom FunctionThis camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowingyou to capture t

Page 26 - Date Adjust

EN-32Using the FlashThe flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can takean image using a de

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EN-33Setting FocusImages can be captured with the focus determined automatically using auto focus. You may over-ride theauto focus and specify [ ] mac

Page 28 - Using the LCD Monitor

EN-34Using the Self-TimerThe self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mountthe camera on a

Page 29 - PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

EN-35Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the properexpos

Page 30 - Rec. Pixels

EN-36Setting White BalanceThis feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shootingconditions.1. Ro

Page 31 - Using the Zoom Function

EN-37USING THE MODE DIALSimple Mode [ ] (Simple) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set specialfunctio

Page 32 - Using the Flash

EN-38Portrait Mode [ ]Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on

Page 33 - Setting Focus

EN-39Sport Mode [ ]This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects.1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressingthe Power switch.

Page 34 - Using the Self-Timer

EN-4FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERASufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please pay particular attention to thewarnings ind

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EN-40ADVANCED SHOOTINGHigh Speed ContinuousThis mode is used for continuous shooting. 3 pictures are taken continuously once the shutter release butto

Page 36 - Setting White Balance

EN-41Auto BracketIn this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after youpress the shutter release

Page 37 - USING THE MODE DIAL

EN-42Selecting the Metering ModeYou can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.1. Rotate th

Page 38 - Landscape Mode [ ]

EN-43PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICSViewing ImagesYou can display the still images one by one.1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , , or and turnyour

Page 39 - Night Scene Mode [ ]

EN-44Magnifying ImagesWhile reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows youto view fine details.

Page 40 - ADVANCED SHOOTING

EN-45Thumbnail DisplayThis function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may searchfor a particular image.1.

Page 41 - Auto Bracket

EN-46Slideshow DisplayThe slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is veryuseful and entertain

Page 42 - Selecting the Metering Mode

EN-47Resizing an ImageYou can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel,2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960

Page 43 - PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS

EN-48MOVIE MODERecording Video ClipsThis mode allows you to record movie clips with sound via built-in microphone.1. Rotate the mode dial to and tur

Page 44 - Magnifying Images

EN-49Playing Back Movie ClipsYou can play back the recorded movie clips on the LCD monitor. However, the sound recorded with movieclips can only be pl

Page 45 - Thumbnail Display

EN-5Caution Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. Do not charge any batteri

Page 46 - Slideshow

EN-50PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED FEATURESPlaying Back Still Images/Movie Clips on TVYou can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting t

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EN-51Deleting Images/Movie ClipsUse this function to delete one or all images/movie clips stored in the internal memory or SD memory card.Please note

Page 48 - MOVIE MODE

EN-52Protecting Images/Movie ClipsSet the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.1. Press the button. The last recorded i

Page 49 - Playing Back Movie Clips

EN-53Setting the DPOFDPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your SD memory card. Byusing DPOF, you can select a

Page 50 - PC/AV terminal

EN-544. Use the four-way controller (ST) to select by your preference, thenpress the button.[Copies]: Allows you to select image quantity (0~10). Us

Page 51 - Deleting Images/Movie Clips

EN-55Connecting to a PictBridge-Compatible PrinterEven if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports P

Page 52 - Protecting Images/Movie Clips

EN-562. Use the four-way controller (ST) to access the paper selection setting,then press the button to confirm.[Size]: You may select the desired i

Page 53 - Setting the DPOF

EN-576. Use the four-way controller (ST) to select [Print], then press the button to confirm.7. This starts printing and displays the message “Printin

Page 54 - Single Image

EN-582. Use the four-way controller (ST) to access the paper selection setting,then press the button to confirm.[Size]: You may select the desired i

Page 55 - PC Camera

EN-59TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTERFor transferring files to PC, you can use either the provided USB cable or a card reader.

Page 56 - Select :

EN-6About the AC AdapterCaution Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plugcord to becom

Page 57 - Select Mode

EN-60Step 1: Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SEThe USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM (S-SW49) is exclusively for Windows 98

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EN-61Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressingthe Power switch.2. Press the

Page 59 - EDITING SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

EN-62Step 3: Download images or movie clipsWhen the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, j

Page 60

EN-63EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONInstalling ACDSee for PENTAXWith ACDSee for PENTAX, you can find, organize, and preview images and media files on yo

Page 61

EN-64USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERAYour digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference, or have a real-timeconver

Page 62

EN-65Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressingthe Power switch.2. Press the

Page 63 - EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

EN-66MENU OPTIONSCamera MenuThis menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or a

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EN-67 In the , , , or ModeFocus You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro, or infinity. (Refer to EN-33 for fur

Page 65

EN-68Mode1 Item Functional DescriptionColor Sets the color of the image that will be captured.Full ColorB&WSepiaSaturation To capture an image, yo

Page 66 - MENU OPTIONS

EN-69Mode3 Item Functional DescriptionEV Comp. Sets a compensation to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter or darker than the

Page 67

EN-7Care to be Taken During Handling Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide ServiceNetwork tha

Page 68

EN-70Movie MenuThis menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording movie clips.1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on.2. Press

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EN-71Playback MenuIn the menu, set the settings used for playback.1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.2. Pres

Page 70 - Movie Menu

EN-72Quality ChangeChanges the quality (compression rate) of a recorded image.Compresses images down to half of their size or more, overwrites an old

Page 71 - Playback Menu

EN-73Setup MenuThis feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera.1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn y

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EN-74Reset Returns all basic settings to the digital camera's default settings. The time setting will not be reset.OK / CancelReset No. Sets whet

Page 73 - Setup Menu

EN-75 Set-up2 settingsItem Functional DescriptionDate Adjust This sets the date and the time.Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the

Page 74 - 01/07/2005

EN-76CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICESVIDEO CABLEaudio-video equipmentUSB CABLEUSB CABLE(PictBridge Function)PCSD Memory Card SD Card Rea

Page 75

EN-77SPECIFICATIONSItem DescriptionImage sensor CCDEffective pixels 5.0 Mega pixelsImage size Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x

Page 76

EN-78Item DescriptionPower 2 x AA (alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable) batteries(Two alkaline batteries allow approximately 80 shots to be taken*)(Two Ni-

Page 77 - SPECIFICATIONS

EN-79APPENDIX Troubleshooting GuideSymptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective ActionsPower does not turn on.* The battery has run out.* The batt

Page 78

EN-8 Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc. as this may cause damage to thecamera. If rain or drops of water ge

Page 79 - APPENDIX

EN-80 Possible Number of Recordable ImagesThe frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memoryand t

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EN-81 Approximate Duration of Recording TimeThe table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the capacity of theinte

Page 81

EN-82WARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of mat

Page 82 - WARRANTY POLICY

EN-83If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing

Page 83

EN-84Declaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 forClass B Personal Computers and PeripheralsWe: PENTAX IMAGING COMPANYA Division of

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EN-85Information on Disposal for users1. In the European UnionIf your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electronic pro

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EN-9CONTENTSINTRODUCTION.............11Package Contents ............12GETTING

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