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HOYA CORPORATION
PENTAX Imaging Systems Division
2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.jp)
PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY
(European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com)
(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)
PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks
SL3 8PN, U.K.
Digital Camera
(http://www.pentax.co.uk)
PENTAX France S.A.S.
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e_kb477_cover_7.fm Page 2 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:22 PM Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. Memo 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 the PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission
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e_kb477.book Page 1 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM To users of this camera • There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. • The liquid crystal panel used in the display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.0
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e_kb477.book Page 2 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM • Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks. • If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the batteries and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock. Caution • Never try to d
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e_kb477.book Page 3 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM • AA alkaline and AA lithium batteries cannot be recharged. Do not try to take the batteries apart. The batteries may rupture or leak if you try to charge them or take them apart. • Do not remove the external seal of the battery. If the seal is removed, the battery may short and may cause a fire, rupture, leak or heat. • When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or capacities. Also, do not combine old batte
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e_kb477.book Page 4 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Care to be Taken During Handling • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playba
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e_kb477.book Page 5 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM • If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided. • Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to enter the camera as this may damage the camera. Wipe away any raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera t
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e_kb477.book Page 6 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Contents USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4 Contents ...........................................................................................6 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................11 Camera Features....................................................................
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e_kb477.book Page 7 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) .......................................................................68 Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)..........................69 Using the Zoom ..............................................................................71 Using Pixel Track SR......................................................................73 Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/Nigh
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e_kb477.book Page 8 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Playing Back Favorite Images ......................................................119 Deleting Favorite Images..............................................................121 Deleting Images ................................................................................124 Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................124 Deleting Selected Images.................................................
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e_kb477.book Page 9 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Connecting with Computers 173 Preparations ......................................................................................174 Supplied Software ........................................................................174 System Requirements ..................................................................175 Installing the Software ..................................................................177 Setting Up Your Digital Camera
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e_kb477.book Page 10 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the one below. or 2 or or 4 5 or 3 The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the 1 related operation. indicates information that is useful to know. indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera. This is the mode for capturing
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e_kb477.book Page 11 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM g 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 2 Common Operations –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the bu
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e_kb477.book Page 12 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio E70 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes 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. Advanced Movie Recording and Picture Taking Functions The Optio E70 has a shake reduction function to reduce camera shake
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e_kb477.book Page 13 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Add Various Frames to Your Pictures! When you take a picture with the Optio E70, you can choose from a wide range of fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.81). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken and adjust the position of the subject in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to match the frame shape and size. Now you no longer have to worry about the subject not being aligned in the frame (p
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e_kb477.book Page 14 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Display Images in Calendar Format! With the Optio E70, you can display recorded images by date in calendar format (p.109). This lets you quickly find the image you want to play back. A multitude of functions inside the camera for enjoying images without a Computer! The Optio E70 has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images
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e_kb477.book Page 15 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Strap Software (CD-ROM) Optio E70 O-ST51 (*) S-SW87 USB cable AV cable Two AA I-USB7 (*) I-AVC7 (*) alkaline batteries Operating Manual Quick Guide (this manual) Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.209). 15
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e_kb477.book Page 16 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Names of Parts Front Flash Self timer lamp Lens Microphone Speaker Tripod socket PC/AV terminal Battery/Card cover Back Display Power switch Shutter release button Strap lug 16
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e_kb477.book Page 17 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM 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.46 - p.50) for an explanation of the function of each button. 17
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OK OK OK e_kb477.book Page 18 Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:21 PM Monitor Indications Display in A Mode The display shows information such as the camera settings in the capture mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info. Normal Display Detailed Display 38 3 38 8 38 38 3 38 8 10M 200 2 200 00 02/02/2009 02/02/2009 02/02/2009 02/02/2009 1 14:25 14:25 4:25 14:25 No Info • To prevent camera shake, use a tripo
