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PENTAX Corporation 2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.co.jp/)
PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY
(HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com)
(European Headquarters)
(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)
PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks
SL3 8PN, U.K.
(http://www.pentax.co.uk)
PENTAX France S.A.S. 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil
Digital Camera
Cedex, France
(http://www.pentax.fr)
PENTA
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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’s capabilities. Regarding copyrights Images taken using the 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. Ple
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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 battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in a fire, or leave the battery in a high-temperature location (above 140°F/60°C). The battery could heat up, catch fire, or explode. • Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI72. The battery could explode or catch fire. • 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 you
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• If thunder storm should be present during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock. • Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with dust. This can cause a fire. 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
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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, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not po
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• 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. • Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.28) regarding the SD Memory Card. • Please note that formatting an SD memory card or built-in memory will delete all data; however it may still be possible to recover that data using off-the-s
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Contents USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4 Contents ...........................................................................................6 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................11 Camera Features.................................................................................12 Checking the Contents of the Package ......
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Calling Up a Specific Menu ............................................................57 Setting the Playback Mode.............................................................60 Taking Pictures 62 Taking Pictures ...................................................................................62 Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................62 Setting The Functions (Program Mode) .........................................63 Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mo
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Selecting the Focusing Method for Recording Movies .................114 Setting the Optical Zoom ..............................................................115 Playing Back and Deleting Images 116 Playing Back Images ........................................................................116 Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode.................................116 Playing Back Still Pictures ............................................................116 Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and C
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Recording and Playing Back Sound 158 Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)....................................158 Playing Back Sound .........................................................................160 Adding a Voice Memo to Images.....................................................161 Recording a Voice Memo .............................................................161 Playing Back a Voice Memo.........................................................162 Settings 163 Camera Settings.
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In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the one below. 2 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 still pictures and recording movies and sound files. In this man
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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 2 Quick Start –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you want to start taking pictures or playin
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Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio Z10 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 Z10 has an anti-shake function to prevent camera shake during movie recording. (p.113) You can also take pictures wh
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Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The user-friendly design of the Optio Z10 enables easy operation with only a few buttons. Simply by choosing the appropriate icon, you can select Shooting mode (p.53) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or Playback mode (p.116, p.135) and enjoy the various playback and editing functions. A guide on the LCD monitor lets you check the functions available in each mode and how to use them. (p.53, p.60) A shooting mode guide is d
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Perfect Size for Carrying Around With You! With its sporty and sharp design and excellent portability, the Optio Z10 is just right to slip into a pocket of your bag or hang round your neck, so you always have it with you, like your cell phone. It has a useful clock function, “Clock Mode” for telling the time too. (p.182) Enjoy Playback and Editing Functions Without a Computer! The Optio Z10 lets you play back and edit images without having to connect the camera to your computer and tr
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Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Strap Software (CD-ROM) Optio Z10 O-ST20 (*) S-SW70 USB cable AV cable Rechargeable lithium-ion I-USB7 (*) I-AVC7 (*) battery D-LI72(*) Battery charger AC plug cord (*) PC Connection Manual D-BC72 (*) Operating Manual Quick Guide (this manual) Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Charger Kit K-BC72). For other optional accessories, refer to “
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Names of Parts Front Shutter release button Self timer lamp (red) Speaker Microphone Lens Flash Lens cover/power switch Back LCD monitor Power indicator Tripod socket DC input terminal PC/AV terminal Terminal cover Terminal cover Card cover Battery cover 16
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Names of Operating Parts Lens cover/power switch Shutter release button Zoom/w/x/f/y button Q button Four-way controller 4/W button Green/i button 3 button Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.43 - p.47) for an explanation of the function of each button. 17
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Monitor Indications Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. 6 7 38 3 38 8 1 8 2 9 3 4 10 5 11 01/01/2007 01/01/2007 01/01/2007 12 +1.0 + +1.0 1.0 1 14:25 14:25 4:25 13 14 Shooting mode (p.53) Remaining image storage 1 8 Flash mode (p.87) capacity 2 Drive mode (p.74, p.75) Battery indicator (p.24) 3 9 Focus mode (p.85) Focus frame (p.39) 4 10 Camera shake warning (p.83) EV compensation (p.82) 5 11 Digital zoom icon (p.76) Date a
