Asahi Pentax Optio I-10 Operations Manual

Digital CameraOperating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.• Specificatio

8Taking Pictures 63Taking Still Pictures...64Taking Pictures...

983Taking Pictures4Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the direction in which the images will be joined.The screen for taking the first frame i

993Taking Pictures8Take the third frame.Repeat Steps 5 to 7 to take the third frame.The panorama images are joined and a stitched together image appea

1003Taking PicturesSetting the Shooting FunctionsSelecting the Flash Mode,AutoThe flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions. If

1013Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (4) in A mode.The [Flash Mode] screen appears.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed

1023Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode.The [Focus Mode] screen appears.The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed

1033Taking Pictures2Press the 4 button.The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.1Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode.The

1043Taking Pictures5Press the 4 button.The focus is fixed and the camera returns to capture status.After the focus is fixed, you can press the four-wa

1053Taking Pictures7Press the 4 button.The setting is saved.8Press the 3 button twice.The camera returns to capture status.The camera automatically em

1063Taking PicturesYou can choose from 11 recorded pixels settings for still pictures.The larger the number of recorded pixels, the clearer the detail

1073Taking Pictures1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels].3Press t

9Recording Movies ...123Recording a Movie...

1083Taking PicturesYou can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or under

1093Taking PicturesExpands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark areas from occurring. [Highlight Correction] adjusts the bright areas when t

1103Taking Pictures6Press the 3 button twice.The camera returns to capture status.The D-Range Setting icon appears on the display.You can take picture

1113Taking Pictures1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [White Balance].3Press the

1123Taking PicturesHave a blank sheet of white paper or similar material ready.1In the [White Balance] screen, use the four-way controller (23) to sel

1133Taking Pictures2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [AE Metering].3Press the four-way controller (5).A pull-down menu appears.4Use the four

1143Taking PicturesYou can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appe

1153Taking PicturesThis specifies whether Blink Detection function works when you use the Face Detection function. The default setting is O (On).1Pres

1163Taking PicturesYou can set this function to reduce camera shake which occurs during shooting. The default setting is O (On).1Press the 3 button in

1173Taking PicturesUse this setting to specify whether or not an Instant Review is displayed immediately after images are shot. The default setting is

10Recording and Playing Back Sound 185Recording Sound (Voice Recording) ...186Setting the Voice Recording F

1183Taking Pictures3Use the four-way controller (45) to change the sharpness level.F SoftG NormalH Sharp4Press the 3 button.The camera returns to capt

1193Taking PicturesYou can set the image contrast level.1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Use the four-way controller (23)

1203Taking Pictures4Use the four-way controller (23) to select the Date Imprint details.Choose from [Date], [Date & Time], [Time] or [Off].5Press

1213Taking Pictures1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Green Button].3Press the

1223Taking Pictures1Press the Green button in A mode.The function assigned to the Green button is called up.2Use the four-way controller (45) to chang

1233Taking PicturesRecording MoviesThis mode enables you to record movies. Sound is recorded at the same time.1Press the four-way controller (3) in A

1243Taking PicturesYou can change the captured area by turning the zoom lever to the left or right.Right (*) Enlarges the subject.Left (/) Widens the

1253Taking PicturesIf you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second, recording will continue as long as you keep the button pre

1263Taking Pictures3Press the four-way controller (5).The [Movie] screen appears.4Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels].5Press

1273Taking Pictures5Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P.O Corrects camera shake.P Does not correct camera shake.The setting is saved.6Pr

11Connecting to a Windows PC ...221Connecting the Camera and Your Windows PC ...

1283Taking PicturesSaving the Settings (Memory)The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings when the camera is turned off.For some ca

1293Taking Pictures1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory].3Press the four-w

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4 Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back Images ... 132Deleting Images and Sound Files ... 146Connecting the

1324Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back Images1Press the Q button after taking a picture.The camera enters the Q mode and the captured image

1334Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can play back the movies you have taken. The sound is played back at the same time.1In Q mode, use the four-wa

1344Playing Back and Deleting Images3Press the four-way controller (3).Playback stops.You can display six or twelve thumbnails of captured images at a

1354Playing Back and Deleting ImagesA page consisting of six or twelve thumbnail images appears. The displayed images change six or twelve images at a

1364Playing Back and Deleting ImagesFolder displayThe list of folders with recorded images and sound files appears.Calendar displayImages and sound fi

1374Playing Back and Deleting Images2Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an icon.The guide for the selected function appears below. 3Press th

12In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the ones below.The meanings of the symbols us

1384Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlayback Mode PalettePlayback Mode Description PageuSlideshowFor continuously playing back images. Screen or sound

1394Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can play back recorded images one after another.1In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the ima

1404Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can set the playback interval and also a screen effect and sound effect for when one image changes to the next

1414Playing Back and Deleting Images9Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start] and press the 4 button.The slideshow starts using the selected

1424Playing Back and Deleting Images3Use the four-way controller (2345) to select s (Image Rotation).4Press the 4 button.The rotation selection screen

1434Playing Back and Deleting Images2Turn the zoom lever to the right (y).The image is magnified (×1.1 to ×10). Continuing to turn the zoom lever to t

1444Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can enjoy playing back images with the subject’s faces zoomed up simply by pressing the I button (Face close-u

1454Playing Back and Deleting ImagesAvailable operations during Face close-up playback mode3Press the 4 button.The image returns to single-image displ

1464Playing Back and Deleting ImagesDeleting Images and Sound FilesYou can delete images and sound files that you do not want to keep.You can delete a

1474Playing Back and Deleting Images3Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete].4Press the 4 button.The image or sound file is deleted.If sou

13This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.Composition of the Operating Manual1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

1484Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete several images/sound files selected from the six-/twelve-image display at once.1In Q mode, turn the

1494Playing Back and Deleting Images3Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the images and sound files that you want to delete and press the 4 b

1504Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete all the images and sound files at once.1Press the 3 button in Q mode.The [W Setting] menu appears.W

1514Playing Back and Deleting Images5Press the 4 button.All the images and sound files are deleted.You can recover images or sound files that were tak

1524Playing Back and Deleting Images5Press the 4 button.The files are recovered.You can protect stored images and sound files from being accidentally

1534Playing Back and Deleting Images6Press the 4 button.The message [Protect this image/sound] appears. To protect another image or sound file, use th

1544Playing Back and Deleting Images1Select [All Images/Sounds] in Step 5 on p.152.2Press the 4 button.3Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Pr

1554Playing Back and Deleting ImagesConnecting the Camera to AV EquipmentBy using the supplied AV cable (I-AVC7), you can capture and play back images

1564Playing Back and Deleting Images5Turn the camera on.• The Power lamp on the camera lights up during a connection.• It is recommended to use the op

5 Editing and Printing ImagesEditing Images ... 158Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ... 181About printingT

14Camera FeaturesIn addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio I-10 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section descri

1585Editing and Printing ImagesEditing ImagesBy changing the recorded pixels of a selected image, you can make the file size smaller than the original

1595Editing and Printing Images6Press the 4 button.A confirmation dialog for overwriting the image appears.If the selected image is protected, the pro

1605Editing and Printing Images4Press the 4 button.The cropping screen appears.The largest size of cropped image is shown with a green frame on the sc

1615Editing and Printing Images3Use the four-way controller (2345) to select N (Small Face Filter).4Press the 4 button.Face detection frames for faces

1625Editing and Printing Images10Press the 4 button.The camera returns to Q mode and the processed image is displayed.This function lets you change th

1635Editing and Printing Images1In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to edit.2Press the four-way controller (3).Th

1645Editing and Printing Images7Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].8Press the 4 button.The image processed with the f

1655Editing and Printing Images8Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].9Press the 4 button.The image processed with the f

1665Editing and Printing Images9Press the 4 button.The image processed with the filter is saved.You can correct images where the flash has caused the

1675Editing and Printing Images6Press the 4 button.The edited image is saved.This function lets you add a decorative frame to still pictures. Choose a

15The Optio I-10 comes with a “Face Detection” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the fac

1685Editing and Printing Images6Turn the zoom lever to the right (y).The selected frame appears in single-image display.You can choose another frame u

1695Editing and Printing Images10Press the 4 button.The edited image is saved with the recorded pixels of h (2048×1536)/L (1920×1080).

1705Editing and Printing ImagesOptional FramesThe optional frames are stored in the built-in memory in the Optio I-10. These optional frames are delet

1715Editing and Printing ImagesThe frames downloaded from the PENTAX website or other source can be used for adding a frame to pictures.You can overla

1725Editing and Printing Images1In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image you want to add a frame.2Press the four-way controller

1735Editing and Printing Images10Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Text Stamp].The Text Stamp screen appears.When you do not enter character

1745Editing and Printing Images1Press the Green button.The frame position adjustment screen appears.2Press the Green button.The image position adjustm

1755Editing and Printing Images1Use the four-way controller (2345) to select a character and press the 4 button.The selected character is input.Up to

1765Editing and Printing Images1Press the Green button.The preview screen appears.2Press the 3 button.The screen returns to the original screen.You ca

1775Editing and Printing Images5Select [Save as Still Image] on the movie edit selection screen.6Press the 4 button.The screen appears for selecting a

16The Optio I-10 has a shake reduction function (Movie SR) to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.126). And it enables you to record movies

1785Editing and Printing Images8Press the 4 button.A confirmation dialog appears.9Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Divide].10Press the 4 bu

1795Editing and Printing Images10Press the 4 button.The selected picture is saved as the title picture.You can copy images and sound files from the bu

1805Editing and Printing ImagesAll the images and sound files in the built-in memory are copied to the SD Memory Card at once. Before copying the imag

1815Editing and Printing ImagesSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order data on stil

1825Editing and Printing Images5Press the 4 button.The message [Applies DPOF settings to this image] appears.6Use the four-way controller (45) to sele

1835Editing and Printing ImagesWhen you choose the number of copies and whether or not to insert the date, the settings are applied to all the images

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6Recording and Playing Back SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording) ... 186Adding a Voi

1866Recording and Playing Back SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording)You can record sound with the camera. The microphone is located on the top of the

1876Recording and Playing Back Sound5Press the 3 button.The Voice Recording function is assigned to the Green button.1Press the Green button in A mode

17Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Ch

1886Recording and Playing Back SoundYou can play back the sound files you made in Voice Recording.1Press the Q button.2Use the four-way controller (45

1896Recording and Playing Back SoundAvailable operations during playbackAvailable operations while playback is paused4Press the four-way controller (3

1906Recording and Playing Back SoundAdding a Voice Memo to ImagesYou can add a voice memo to your still pictures.1In Q mode, use the four-way controll

1916Recording and Playing Back Sound1In Q mode, use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want to play

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7 SettingsCamera Settings ... 194

1947SettingsCamera SettingsFormatting deletes all the data on the SD Memory Card.Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card t

1957SettingsYou can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of sound.1Press the 3 button in Q mode.The [W Setting] menu appears.When

1967Settings6Use the four-way controller (23) to select the sound type.Choose from [1], [2], [3], [4] or [Off].7Press the 4 button.8Set [Shutter Sound

1977Settings6Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to [24h].7Use the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (

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

18FrontBackNames of PartsFlashRemote control receiverTripod socketSelf-timer lamp/Focus assist lightBattery/card coverPC/AV terminalLensDisplayPower s

1987Settings12Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to the day field. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the day. After changing t

1997Settings2Use the four-way controller (23) to select [World Time].3Press the four-way controller (5).The [World Time] screen appears.4Use the four-

2007Settings1Press the 3 button in Q mode.The [W Setting] menu appears.When you press the 3 button in A mode, press the four-way controller (5) once.2

2017Settings8Press the 3 button twice.The camera returns to A mode or Q mode.When X (Destination) is selected in Step 6, the X icon appears on the dis

2027SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.The camera supports the following 20 languages: English

2037SettingsYou can change the naming system of the folder for storing images. When the naming system is set to the date, pictures are saved in separa

2047Settings4Use the four-way controller (23) to select [PENTX] or [Date].5Press the 4 button.The setting is saved.When you connect the camera to AV e

2057SettingsYou can automatically transfer images or movies to a computer or similar devices via wireless LAN using a commercially available Eye-Fi ca

2067SettingsYou can adjust the brightness of the display.1Press the 3 button in Q mode.The [W Setting] menu appears.When you press the 3 button in A m

2077Settings3Press the four-way controller (5).A pull-down menu appears.4Use the four-way controller (23) to select the time until the camera enters p

19Names of Operating PartsRefer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.50 - p.54) for an explanation of the function of each button.Shutter releas

2087Settings4Use the four-way controller (23) to select the time until the camera turns off automatically.Choose from [5min.], [3min.] or [Off].5Press

2097Settings4Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image for the subscreen.Only images suitable for the subscreen are displayed. You can also

2107Settings4Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image for the start-up screen.Only images suitable for the start-up screen are displayed.

2117Settings3Press the four-way controller (5).The [Pixel Mapping] screen appears.4Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Pixel Mapping].5Press t

2127Settings4Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset].5Press the 4 button.The settings return to the defaults.The following settings are not

8 Connecting to a ComputerSetting Up Your Computer ... 214Connecting to a Windows PC ... 221Connecting to a Macintosh .

2148Connecting to a ComputerSetting Up Your ComputerBy installing the software included on the provided CD-ROM on your computer and connecting the cam

2158Connecting to a Computer* Operation is not guaranteed on all computers meeting the system requirements.* The system requirements describe the mini

2168Connecting to a ComputerInstall the image viewing/managing/editing software (MediaImpression 2.0 for PENTAX).1Turn your Windows PC on.2Insert the

2178Connecting to a Computer4Choose a language, and click [OK].The setup screen appears.Follow the on-screen guidance to install the software.5Click [

20The display shows information such as the shooting conditions in the capture mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press

2188Connecting to a Computer5Click [ArcSoft].The setting screen appears.Follow the on-screen guidance to install the software.6Click [Close].“MediaImp

2198Connecting to a ComputerSet the device to which the camera is connected with the USB cable.1Turn your camera on.2Press the 3 button in Q mode.The

2208Connecting to a ComputerMSC (Mass Storage Class)A general-purpose driver program that handles devices connected to the computer via USB as a memor

2218Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to a Windows PCConnect your camera to the Windows PC using the provided USB cable (I-USB7).1Turn your Windows P

2228Connecting to a ComputerTransfer the images captured with the camera to your Windows PC.5Click [Import media files to local disk].The “MediaImpres

2238Connecting to a Computer8Clice [Done].5Double-click the [MediaImpression 2.0 for PENTAX] icon on the desktop.6Click [Import].7Specify [Get Media F

2248Connecting to a Computer8Set up [Destination Folder] and select [Subfolder Name].9Select the image you want to copy, then click [Import].The selec

2258Connecting to a Computer2Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop].The “Stop a Hardware device” screen appears.3Select [USB Mass Storage D

2268Connecting to a Computer“MediaImpression 2.0 for PENTAX” lets you view, edit, manage, search for, share, and print images.1Double-click the [Media

2278Connecting to a ComputerA Media browser toolYou can view images, movies, or play back audio files.B Edit/Managing toolYou can edit or manage image

21Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode* 6 and 7 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.* 8 varies depending on the fol

2288Connecting to a ComputerA Folders paneDisplays the configuration of folders in your computer. When you browse a folder, the contents of the folder

2298Connecting to a Computer1Click [Pictures], [Videos], or [All Media] from the main window.2Select and click the folder containing the image you wan

2308Connecting to a ComputerYou can find more information on how to use “MediaImpression 2.0 for PENTAX” by using the help pages.1Click [Help] from [E

2318Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to a MacintoshConnect your camera to the Macintosh using the provided USB cable (I-USB7).1Turn your Macintosh o

2328Connecting to a ComputerTransfer the images captured with the camera to your Macintosh.5Double-click the [MediaImpression] folder inside the [Appl

2338Connecting to a Computer1Drag [NO_NAME] on the desktop to the trash.If the SD Memory Card has a volume label, drag the icon of that name to the tr

2348Connecting to a ComputerA Media browser toolYou can view images, movies, or play back audio files.B Edit/Managing toolYou can edit or manage image

2358Connecting to a ComputerA Folders paneDisplays the configuration of folders in your computer. When you browse a folder, the contents of the folder

2368Connecting to a Computer1Click [Pictures], [Videos], or [All Media] from the main window.2Select and click the folder containing the image you wan

2378Connecting to a ComputerTransferring Images Using an Eye-Fi CardYou can automatically transfer images or movies to a computer or similar devices v

22* 14 changes as follows depending on the [Eye-Fi] setting in [W Setting] menu.* 17 disappears if any operation is not performed for two seconds.* 19

2388Connecting to a Computer• When you use a new Eye-Fi card, copy the install file of Eye-Fi Manager stored on the card to your computer before you f

9 AppendixFunctions Available for Each Shooting Mode ... 240Messages ...

2409AppendixFunctions Available for Each Shooting Modez: Can be set. ×: Cannot be set.b R 9 AB P R VC CH I Q \ K B U cZoom lever Zoom operat

2419AppendixCc SNWX FPagez*3 z*3 zz*1 z*4 × z*1Zoom operation Zoom lever p.76zzzzzzzFace Detection OnI button p.70Smile CapturezzzzzzzFace Detection O

2429AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the display during camera operation.Message DescriptionBattery depletedThe battery is

2439AppendixProtectedThe image or sound file you are trying to delete is protected (p.152).Data being recordedDisplayed when you try to switch to Q mo

2449AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyThe camera will not turn onThe battery is not installedCheck if a battery is installed. If not, install

2459AppendixThe subject is not in focusThe subject is difficult to focus on with autofocusThe camera may have difficulty in focusing on such subjects

2469AppendixDefault SettingsThe table below lists the factory default settings.The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is

2479AppendixMemoryFace Detection P (Off) Yes Yes p.70Flash Mode O (On) Yes Yes p.100Drive Mode P (Off) Yes Yesp.90p.91Focus Mode P (Off) Yes Yes p.

23* A6 varies depending on the following conditions.* A12 changes as follows depending on the [Eye-Fi] setting in [W Setting] menu.* A17 depends on th

2489Appendix [W Setting] Menu ItemsItem Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageSoundOperation Volume 3 Yes Yesp.195Playback Volume 3 Yes

2499Appendix Playback Mode Palette ItemsItem Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageSlideshowInterval 3 sec. Yes Yesp.139Screen Effect Wi

2509Appendix Key OperationItem Function Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageQ buttonOperation ModeQ mode — — —Zoom lever Zoom Position

2519AppendixList of World Time CitiesCity: indicates cities that can be set as either the Initial Setting (p.43) or the World Time (p.198).Video Outpu

2529AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as t

2539AppendixMain SpecificationsType Fully automatic compact digital still camera with built-in zoom lensNumber of Effective PixelsApprox. 12.1 megapix

2549AppendixApproximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still PicturesBuilt-in Memory512 MBSD Memory CardR 4000×30006 pictures 107 picturesE

2559AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, ManualLens Focal Length 5.1 mm - 25.5 mm(approx. 28 mm - 140 mm in

2569AppendixExposure Control Metering System Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot meteringExposure Compensation±2 EV (can be set in

2579AppendixBattery Life Number of Recordable Imagesapprox. 250 pictures* Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during CIPA-co

24* B1 and B2 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.* When the shooting mode is b (Auto Picture) and if you press the shutter

2589AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

2599Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

2609AppendixFor customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

2619AppendixDeclaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX Imaging CompanyA Di

2629AppendixInformation for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries1. In the European UnionThese symbols on the products,

2639AppendixIndexSymbolsA Mode ... 12, 54Q Mode ... 12, 54Q button ... 50, 52I button ...

2649AppendixCamera shake ... 116, 126Candlelight Mode ... 78Capture Mode Palette ... 67Center-weighted metering M ...

2659AppendixHistogram ... 28Hometown ... 46, 198IImage Recovery ... 151Image Storage Capacity ...

2669AppendixRRec. Mode menu ... 60, 246Recorded Pixels ... 106, 125Recording movies ... 123Recording sounds ... 186Recovering

2679AppendixWWhite Balance ... 110Windows ... 215World Time ... 198ZZoom /x/w ...

25The display shows the shooting information of the image in the playback mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the

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Digital CameraOperating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.• Specificatio

26Normal Display/Histogram + Info Display in Playback Mode(All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)The display shows inf

27* A11 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback of movies, sound files or voice memo (p.133, p.188, p.191).Simple Display + Sub

1To users of this camera• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fie

28A histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and

1 Getting StartedAttaching the Strap ... 30Powering the Camera ... 31Installing the SD Me

301Getting StartedAttaching the StrapAttach the strap (O-ST20) supplied with the camera.1Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug.2Pass

311Getting StartedPowering the CameraUse the supplied battery charger (D-BC92) to charge the supplied rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-LI92) before

321Getting StartedUse the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI92 that is provided with the camera. Charge the battery before using it in the camera f

331Getting Started2Press the battery lock lever in the direction of 2 and insert the battery so that the PENTAX logo is facing toward the screen displ

341Getting Started• Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time(at 23°C with the display on and the battery

351Getting StartedUse of the optional AC adapter kit (K-AC92) is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time or connect it to a comput

361Getting Started6Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC terminal of the DC coupler.7Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.8Plug th

371Getting StartedInstalling the SD Memory CardThis camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Mem

2 Warning• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.• If the camera

381Getting Started1Open the battery/card cover.Slide the battery/card cover outward (1).2Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card socket so t

391Getting StartedPrecautions When Using an SD Memory Card• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK pre

401Getting StartedThe sizes of the recorded images differ depending on the number of recorded pixels of the images, so the number of images that will

411Getting StartedTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The camera turns on and the display turns on.When you turn the camera on, the l

421Getting StartedIf you want to play back images or sound files straightaway without taking any pictures, you can start up the camera in the playback

431Getting StartedInitial SettingsThe [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Perform the operations in “Setting

441Getting Started2Press the 4 button.The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. If the desired settings for [Hometown] and [DST]

451Getting StartedIf you accidentally select the wrong language and proceed to the next procedure, perform the following operation to set the desired

461Getting Started3Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [W Hometown].4Press the four-way controller (5).The [W Hometown] screen appear

471Getting StartedSet the current date and time and the display style.1Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].2Use the four-w

3• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electric shock.• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or

481Getting Started7Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to the month.8Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month.Change the day

2 Common OperationsUnderstanding the Button Functions ... 50Setting the Camera Functions ... 56

502Common OperationsUnderstanding the Button Functions1 Power switchTurns the camera on and off (p.41).2 Zoom leverChanges the captured area (p.76).3

512Common Operations6 Four-way controller2 Changes the drive mode (p.90, p.91).3 Displays the Capture Mode Palette (p.67).4 Changes the flash mode (p.

522Common Operations1 Power switchTurns the camera on and off (p.41).2 Zoom leverTurn to the left (f) during single-image display to change to six-ima

532Common Operations5 I buttonZooms in on the subject’s faces in the face-detected image in the order the faces were detected when the picture was tak

542Common Operations9 3 buttonDisplays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display (p.56).Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Pa

552Common OperationsDisplaying data stored in the built-in memoryWhen an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images, movies, and sounds on the S

562Common OperationsSetting the Camera FunctionsTo change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the [A Rec. Mode] menu or [W Setting] men

572Common OperationsAvailable button operations appear on the display during menu operation (p.27).38Edit100100-00380038100-003814:2514:2514:2538Edit1

4 Warning• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in their mouths may cause an electric shock.• If any leakage fr

582Common OperationsEx.) To set the [Sensitivity] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu1Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2Press the fou

592Common Operations6Press the shutter release button halfway.The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.When the shutter release b

602Common OperationsThis displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in

612Common Operations[W Setting] MenuGreen Button For assigning a function to the Green button in A mode p.120Sharpness For choosing sharp or soft outl

622Common OperationsLanguage/For setting the language in which menus and messages appearp.202Folder NameFor choosing how names are assigned to folders

3 Taking PicturesTaking Still Pictures ... 64Setting the Shooting Functions ... 100Recording Movies ...

643Taking PicturesTaking Still PicturesThe Optio I-10 features a wide range of shooting modes and functions to suit almost any subject or scene. This

653Taking PicturesYou can change the captured area by turning the zoom lever to the left or right (p.76).Right (*) Enlarges the subject.Left (/) Widen

663Taking PicturesThe shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.Press halfwayThis refers to pressing the shutter release button gen

673Taking PicturesThe image appears on the display immediately after it is captured (Instant Review). If the camera detects that the subject’s eyes ar

52. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory Cards from being

683Taking Pictures3Press the 4 button.The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.There are 24 shooting modes which can be

693Taking Pictures* In addition to the modes listed above, 9 (Green) mode (p.74) and Voice Recording (p.186) are also available.NFrame Composite For c

703Taking PicturesWhen the camera detects a person’s face in the image, the Face Detection function displays a yellow frame (Face detection frame) aro

713Taking PicturesAn icon indicating either Face Detection or Smile Capture appears on the display. (The Face Detection Off icon only appears right af

723Taking PicturesIn b (Auto Picture) mode, the camera automatically selects the most appropriate mode depending on the situations and subjects.1Press

733Taking Pictures5Press the shutter release button fully.The picture is taken.In R (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed an

743Taking Pictures3Press the 4 button.The R mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.When the camera detects a person’s face, the Fac

753Taking Pictures1Press the Green button in A mode.The camera switches to 9 mode.Press the Green button again to return to the status before 9 mode w

763Taking PicturesYou can use the zoom to change the captured area.1Turn the zoom lever in A mode.Right (*) Enlarges the subject.Left (/) Widens the a

773Taking Pictures*2 The Intelligent Zoom range differs depending on the number of recorded pixels. See the following table.Recorded pixels and the ma

6• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.• Sudden temperature ch

783Taking Pictures3Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P.O Uses Digital ZoomP Uses only optical zoom and Intelligent ZoomThe setting is s

793Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.The Capture Mode Palette appears.2Use the four-way controller (2345) to select A, B, c,

803Taking PicturesThe C (Half-length Portrait), P (Portrait) and V (Natural Skin Tone) modes are suitable for taking pictures of people. The Face Dete

813Taking Pictures3Press the 4 button.The C, P or V mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.When the camera detects a person’s face,

823Taking Pictures2Use the four-way controller (2345) to select R.3Press the 4 button.The R mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.

833Taking Pictures3Press the 4 button.The pet registration screen appears.Aiming the camera at a pet’s full face automatically releases the shutter an

843Taking PicturesIf you have registered two or three pets, choose the pet you want to detect.1Press the I button on the capture status screen in C (P

853Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.The Capture Mode Palette appears.2Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Q or \.3

863Taking Pictures4Press the shutter release button halfway.The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the c

873Taking PicturesThe c (Text) mode allows you to take clear pictures of written text. This is convenient for capturing a digital copy of an important

7Using Your Camera Safely ...1Care to be Taken During Handling ...

883Taking Pictures5Press the 4 button.The selected icon appears and the camera returns to capture status.When the camera detects a person’s face, the

893Taking Pictures4Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the frame you want to use.5Turn the zoom lever to the right (y).The selected frame app

903Taking PicturesIn Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.Stabilize the camera

913Taking Pictures3Use the four-way controller (45) to select g or Z and press the 4 button.The camera is ready to take the picture using the self-tim

923Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.The [Drive Mode] screen appears.2Use the four-way controller (45) to select j or K and

933Taking PicturesYou can release the shutter or adjust the zoom from a distance by using the remote control unit (optional).1Press the four-way contr

943Taking Pictures4Press the shutter release button on the remote control unit.When i (3-sec Remote Control) is selected: The focus frame turns green

953Taking Pictures1Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.The Capture Mode Palette appears.2Use the four-way controller (2345) to select X.3Press

963Taking Pictures5Press the shutter release button fully.The first captured image is temporarily saved, and the shooting screen for the second image

973Taking Pictures2Use the four-way controller (23) to select an option and press the 4 button.In F (Digital Panorama) mode, you can stitch together t