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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.
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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 and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera capabilities. Regarding copyrights Images taken using this PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please ta
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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. This symbol indicates that violating this item could Warning cause serious personal injuries. This symbol indicates that violating this item could Caution cause minor or medium personal injuries, or material losses. About the Camera Warning • Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the c
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Caution • Never try to disassemble or short the batteries. Also, do not dispose of the batteries in a fire, as they may explode. • Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. Batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged. • Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns. • Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a
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About the AC Adapter Caution • Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in. • Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an electrical shock. • Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to d
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• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid. • Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure as this may cause damage or malfunction. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Se
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Contents USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................3 Contents ...........................................................................................5 Composition of the Operating Manual ..............................................9 Camera Features.................................................................................10 Names of Parts............................
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Using the Mode Palettes ....................................................................49 How to Select the Modes................................................................49 Mode Palette List............................................................................49 Setting the Face Recognition function............................................51 Taking Pictures 54 Taking Pictures in a Selected Mode..................................................54 Taking Pictures in the Basic
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Reviewing Shooting Information.....................................................97 Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display............98 Zoom Playback.............................................................................100 Zoom In On the Subject’s Face Automatically (Face close-up playback) .............................................................101 Slideshow .....................................................................................103 Playing Back Mov
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Formatting an SD Memory Card...................................................140 Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................141 Changing the Date and Time........................................................143 Setting the World Time .................................................................145 Changing the Display Language ..................................................147 Changing the Image Folder Name ......................................
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Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1 This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 2 Quick Start ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2 This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you wish to start taking pictu
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Camera Features The Optio E60 features a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. Here we briefly describe how to make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full. Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The Optio E60 features an easy-to-see 2.4-inch display. In addition, settings for capture, playback and editing functions are easy to navigate. Simply select ico
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Have Fun with Adding a Frame to a Picture or Taking Panoramic Pictures! With the Optio E60, you can add a fancy frame when taking a picture of a child or your pet, for example. (p.67) You can also add frames to pictures you have taken. Taking panoramic pictures is also easy, as the camera stitches up to 3 pictures into a panoramic scene. (p.64) For decorating your pictures with a frame. For capturing a panoramic scene. Easy Printing without Using a Computer! By connecting the camera
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Names of Parts Front Power switch Shutter release button Flash Self-timer lamp Strap lug Lens DC coupler cable cover Microphone Back Display Power lamp Speaker USB/AV terminal Tripod socket Battery/card cover 12
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Names of Operating Parts Power switch Shutter release button Zoom/w/x/f/y button Q button I button Four-way controller 4/W button Green/i button 3 button Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.39 - p.42) for an explanation of the function of each button. 13
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Monitor Indications Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. 6 7 8 9 338 38 8 1 10 2 11 3 12 4 13 005/05/2008 5/05/2008 14 ++1.0 +1.0 1.0 14:25 14:25 15 5 1 Shooting mode (p.49) 9 Memory status (p.27) 2 Face Priority icon (p.51) + :Built-in memory 3 Flash mode (p.79) (without card) 4 a :SD Memory Card Camera shake icon (p.84) (appears only when the shutter r :Card is write-protected release button is pressed halfway) 10 Remaining
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Full Display in Still Picture Capture Mode (All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) 38 38 10M 3 4 ISO ISO 100 1xxx 00 5 1 1/250 11/250 /250 005/05/2008 5/05/2008 2 F2.9 F2.9 F2.9 +1.0 +1.0 +1.0 114:25 14:25 4:25 1 Shutter speed 3 Recorded pixels (p.69) (appears only when the shutter 4 Quality level (p.71) release button is pressed halfway) 5 Sensitivity (p.81) 2 Aperture (appears only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway) * Some indications may not ap
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Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode (All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A10 appear when “Normal Display” or “Detailed Display” is selected. B1 to B5 appear only when “Detailed Display” is selected. (p.97) A2 A3 A1 -- 100 100 100 0038 00038 038 A4 A5 10M B1 A6 B2 A7 B3 ISO IISO SO 1100 100 00 A8 B4 1/250 1/250 1/250 005/05/2008 5/05/2008 A9 B5 F2.9 FF2.9 2.9 114:25 4:25 A10 A1 Playbac
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Getting Started Getting Started Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below. 1 Camera Strap Software (CD-ROM) Optio E60 O-ST62 (*) S-SW81 USB/AV cable Two AA Operating Manual (this manual) I-UAV77 (*) alkaline batteries / PC Connection Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Guide Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.162). 17
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Getting Started Attaching the Strap Attach the strap (O-ST62) 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. 18
