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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)
Digital Camera
(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)
Hotline: 0180 5 736829 / 0180 5 PENTAX
Austria Hotline: 0820 820 255 (http://www.pentax.at)
PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough,
Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.
Operating Ma
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e00_kb484_7.fm Page 0 Thursday, March 19, 2009 9:32 AM 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 the PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to
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e_kb484.book Page 1 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM To users of this camera • Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product's internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation. • The liquid crystal panel used in the display is manufactu
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e_kb484.book Page 2 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM About the Camera Warning • Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks if the camera is taken apart. • If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of receiving an electric s
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e_kb484.book Page 3 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Caution • 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 risk of discoloring. • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, it may cause a loss of sight. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately. Do not rub them. • If any leakage from the battery should come i
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e_kb484.book Page 4 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter Warning • Do not use the product at a voltage other than the specified voltage. Use with a power source or voltage other than that designated can cause a fire or electrical shock. The specified voltage is 100-240V AC. • Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock. • If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other abnormality occur
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e_kb484.book Page 5 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM • To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent. Care to be Taken During Handling • When traveling, take the Worldwide
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e_kb484.book Page 6 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM • The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault. • Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high performance. • 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 came
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e_kb484.book Page 7 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Contents USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................5 Contents ...........................................................................................7 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................13 Camera Features......................................................................
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e_kb484.book Page 8 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Taking Pictures 61 Taking Still Pictures............................................................................62 Holding the Camera........................................................................62 Taking Pictures...............................................................................63 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode .........................................68 Picture Mode ......................................
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e_kb484.book Page 9 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Compensating for Flash Output....................................................129 Compensating for Brightness .......................................................130 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function .................131 Setting the Shake Reduction ........................................................132 Setting the Interval Shooting ........................................................133 Setting Blink Detecti
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e_kb484.book Page 10 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Editing and Printing Images 175 Editing Images ..................................................................................176 Changing the Image Size (Resize)...............................................176 Cropping Images ..........................................................................177 Using the Digital Filters.................................................................178 Red-eye Compensation..................
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e_kb484.book Page 11 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Connecting to a Computer 217 Setting Up Your Computer...............................................................218 Provided Software ........................................................................218 System Requirements ..................................................................219 Installing the Software ..................................................................220 Setting the USB Connection Mode.............
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e_kb484.book Page 12 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 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 s
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e_kb484.book Page 13 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM 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 button
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e_kb484.book Page 14 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Camera Features In addition to basic picture-taking, the X70 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. Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions! The user-friendly design of the X70 enables easy operation with only a few but
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e_kb484.book Page 15 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Perfect for Portrait Shots! The X70 comes with a “Face Recognition” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the faces. It can recognize up to 32 people per shot (*), so it will help you take perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter when people are smiling, or if anyone blinked, it will tell you that so you can take the shot again until it is perfect. It
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e_kb484.book Page 16 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Advanced Movie Recording Functions The X70 has a Shake Reduction function to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.146). It also supports the 1280×720 HDTV image format so you can view your recordings as stunning wide-screen movies. Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.143). A multitude of functions inside the camera for enjoying images without a Compute
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e_kb484.book Page 17 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Checking the Contents of the Package Camera Strap Lens cap O-LC92 (*) X70 O-ST92 (*) (Cap installed on camera) Software (CD-ROM) USB cable AV cable S-SW87 I-USB7 (*) I-AVC7 (*) Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger AC plug cord (*) battery D-LI92 (*) D-BC92 (*) Quick Guide Operating Manual (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
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e_kb484.book Page 18 Wednesday, March 18, 2009 5:23 PM Names of Parts Front Self-timer lamp Strap lug b button Lens Back Flash (stored) Mode dial Zoom lever Shutter release button Strap lug Power switch/Power lamp m button Display Viewfinder 18
