Digital Camera - RICOH IMAGING · 3D Image Viewer O-3DV1 USB cable I-USB2 Lithium battery CR-V3 Operating Manual Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

To ensure the best performance fromyour camera, please read the OperatingManual before using the camera.

Thank you for buying the Pentax Optio 230 Digital Camera. Please readthis manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all thefeatures and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable toolin helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.

Regarding copyrightsImages taken using the Optio 230 that are for anything other than personal enjoymentcannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the CopyrightAct. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on takingpictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or asitems for display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot beused outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, andcare should be taken here also.

Regarding trademarks• CompactFlash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation.• PENTAX is a trademark of Asahi Optical Co., Ltd.• Optio is a trademark of Asahi Optical Co., Ltd.• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies.• The USB driver uses software developed by Phoenix Technologies Ltd.

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 strongelectromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremelyhigh precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or bet-ter, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or mayilluminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitorin this manual are different from the actual product.

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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but pleasepay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbolsduring use.

Warning These symbols indicate that it is possible that theuser may experience serious difficulties if the warn-ings are not heeded.

Caution These symbols indicate that it is possible that theuser may experience minor or middling difficulties orphysical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

Warning:

• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages arepresent within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks.

• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, thecamera being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposedportions, as there is a danger of receiving an electric shock.

• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous, and pleasetake care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• Use an AC adapter that are of the power and voltage specified for exclusive use withthis product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified exclusively for usewith this product may cause fire or electric shocks.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity,stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapterand contact your nearest Pentax service center. Continued use of the camera mayresult in fire or electric shock.

• Discontinue use of the AC adapter during thunderstorms. This can cause a fire orelectrical shock.

Caution:

• Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the battery. Also, do not dispose of thebattery in fire, as it may explode.

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begin tosmoke.Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is arisk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.

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Care to be Taken During Handling• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol benzene.• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should

be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided.

Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent the camera frombecoming moldy during storage.

• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liq-uid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Should the cameraget wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid, wipe it off immediately with adry soft cloth.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure.Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to thevibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc.

• The liquid crystal display will become black at temperatures of approximately 60°Cbut will return to normal when normal temperatures are returned to.

• The display response speed of the liquid crystal becomes slow at low temperaturesbut this is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Remove dust from the lens and viewfinder using a blower or clean off dust using alens brush.

• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high-perfor-mance.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, please, without fail, try out thecamera to confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking importantpictures (such as at a wedding or during travelling). No guarantee can be given withregards to collateral damage (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss ofbenefits that were to be obtained through taking pictures) that may cause this productto fail.

• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, drops of water appear onthe inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plasticbag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C.• Take care to ensure that garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc. do not

enter within the camera, as this may cause the camera to become damaged. If rainor drops of water get onto the camera, please wipe dry.

• Please refer to “Precautions When Using a CF Card” (p.14) regarding theCompactFlash CF card.

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ContentsFOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA······························································1Care to be Taken During Handling ···································································2Contents ···········································································································3Contents of the Operating Manual ···································································5Checking the Contents of the Package ····························································6Names of Parts·································································································7Names of Operating Parts ················································································8

Getting Started··············································································9Attaching the Strap ···························································································9Powering the Camera ·····················································································10

Installing the Battery··············································································10Using the AC Adapter (optional) ···························································12

Installing or removing the CF Card·································································13Initial Settings ·································································································15

Setting the Display Language ·······························································15Setting the Home Town ·········································································16Setting the D.S.T Mode ·········································································16Setting the Video Output Format···························································17Setting the Date and Time ····································································17

Quick Start···················································································20Taking Still Pictures ························································································20Playing Back Still Pictures ··············································································22

Playing Back the Last Image Taken (Easy View) ··································22Playing Back a Single Image ································································23

How to use the CF Card·················································································24

Common Operations ··································································26Turning the Camera On and Off ·····································································26Changing the Mode ························································································27Using the Button Functions ············································································28

Capture Mode························································································28Playback Mode ······················································································29

Using the Menus·····························································································30How to Use the Menus··········································································30Menu List ·······························································································32

Taking Pictures ···········································································34Displaying Shooting Information (Display Mode)············································34Taking Pictures ·······························································································35

Taking Still Pictures in Auto Mode (Auto Mode)····································35Taking Pictures with All the Functions Set (Full Selectable Mode) ·······36Taking Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ·············································37Continuous Shooting ·············································································38Using the Self-Timer··············································································39Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) ········································40Using the Zoom·····················································································42Taking a Picture of Yourself (Self-Portrait Mode)···································44Taking Stereo Pictures (3D image mode) ·············································45Automatically Changing the Shooting Conditions (Auto bracket)··········50

Setting the Shooting Functions ······································································52Selecting a Focus Mode········································································52EV Compensation ·················································································54Selecting the Flash Mode······································································55Selecting the Recorded Pixels ······························································56Selecting the Quality Levels ··································································57Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting (White Balance)·····58

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Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area) ················································60Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering)··61Setting the ISO Speed (ISO Speed) ·····················································62Selecting the Color Mode (Color)··························································63Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review)·································64Setting the Sharpness (Sharpness) ······················································65Setting the Saturation (Saturation) ························································66Setting the Contrast (Contrast) ·····························································67

Saving the Settings (Memory) ········································································68Saving the Menu Items (Mode Memory)···············································68Saving the Exposure Compensation Setting·········································69

Playback/Erasing ········································································70Playing Back Images on the Camera ·····························································70

Playing Back Still Pictures·····································································70Zoom Display·························································································70Playing Back Movie Pictures ·································································71Displaying Shooting Information (Display mode) ··································72Nine-image Display ···············································································73Slideshow ······························································································74

Erasing Images·······························································································75Erasing a Single Image ·········································································75Erasing All Images ················································································76Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ············································77

Viewing Images on a TV·················································································78Setting the Printing Service ············································································79

Printing Single Image ············································································79Printing All Images ················································································81

Viewing images with Windows PC ·································································82About the included software··································································82System environment··············································································82Installing the software············································································83Connecting the camera and PC····························································93Viewing images on your PC ··································································94Disconnecting the camera from your PC ··············································95

Viewing Images with Macintosh ·····································································98About the included software··································································98System environment··············································································98Installing the software············································································99Connecting the camera and your Macintosh·······································100Viewing images on your Macintosh·····················································101Disconnecting the camera from your Macintosh·································101

Settings······················································································102Camera Settings ···························································································102

Formatting a CF Card ·········································································102Setting the Date Style ·········································································103Changing the Date/Time ·····································································104Changing the Display Language ·························································104Changing the Video Output Format·····················································105Setting the Beep··················································································105Setting the World Time ········································································106Powersaving Function (Sleep Timeout)···············································108Auto Power Off Function ·····································································108Setting the Brightness Level································································109Resetting to Default Settings (Reset)··················································109

Appendix····················································································110List of City Names ························································································110Messages ·····································································································111Troubleshooting ····························································································113Main Specifications·······················································································116WARRANTY POLICY ···················································································118

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Contents of the Operating Manual

This Operating manual contains the following chapters.

● Getting StartedThis chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camerabefore you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

● Quick StartThis chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images.Use it if you want to start taking pictures straightaway. It also tells you how touse the CF card.

● Common OperationsThis chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the modedial and buttons, and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to therespective [Taking Pictures], [Playback/Erasing] and [Settings] chapters.

● Taking PicturesThis chapter explains the various ways of capturing images andhow to set the relevant functions.

● Playback/ErasingThis chapter explains how to play back images on the camera oron a TV and how to delete images.

● SettingsThis chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.

● AppendixThis tells you about the messages displayed on the LCD monitorand what to do in the event of trouble.

The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating manual areexplained below.

indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related operation.

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.Caution

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Checking the Contents of the Package

StrapO-ST5

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CameraOptio 230

Video cable I-VC2

Software (CD-ROM)S-SW5

3D Image ViewerO-3DV1

USB cable I-USB2

Lithium batteryCR-V3

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Names of Parts

Front

Back

Shutter release button

USB/Video output terminal

DC input terminal

Lens

ViewfinderLCD monitor

Tripod socket

Battery chamber cover

Strap lug

CF card cover

Power switchViewfinderSelf-timer lamp/AF spot-beam

Built-in flash

Terminal cover

Names of Operating Parts

● Guide indicationsA guide to available button operation is displayed on the LCD monitor duringoperation. The buttons are indicated as shown below.

Four-way controller ( ) Zoom button(Only for digital zoom and magnified playback)

Four-way controller ( ) Display button

Four-way controller ( ) button

Four-way controller ( ) button

Menu button Shutter release button

OK button Reverse buttonOK

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/ button

/ / / / button

Display buttonStatus lampFlash lampReverse button

OK button

Menu button

Zoom button

Mode dial

Shutter release button

Power switch

Four-way controller ( )

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Attaching the Strap

Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and passthe other end through the loop.

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Powering the Camera

Inserting the Battery

Insert the battery into the camera. When using the camera for thefirst time, insert a new battery.

z Slide the battery chamber cover sideways and lift it up.

x Insert the battery in the direction indicated by the (+) (–)marks inside the battery chamber.

c Close the battery chamber cover and slide it back intoplace.

• If you intend to use the camera for a long period, use of the ACadapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended. ( p.12)

• Do not open the battery chamber cover or remove the bat-tery when the camera is turned on.

• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time,remove the battery.

• If the camera is left without the battery for a long time, thedate setting will be reset.

• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly ori-ented, it may cause a malfunction.

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● Approximate Operating Time (when new batteries areloaded)

Number of recordable images

LCD monitor LCD monitor Playback timeON OFF

With the CR-V3 lithium 500 650 —flash fired AA lithium 400 450 —for 50% of AA NiMH 200 250 —the shots AA alkaline 100 200 —Without CR-V3 lithium 600 850 240the flash AA lithium 450 650 180

AA NiMH 250 300 100AA alkaline 150 300 30

* The above table is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may varydepending on capture mode and shooting conditions.

Performance of the battery may deteriorate in low tempera-tures.

● Battery Level IndicatorYou can check the battery level by the symbol displayed onthe LCD monitor.

(lit green) : Adequate power remains.↓

(lit yellow) : Battery remains half.↓

(lit red) : Battery is exhausted.↓

[Battery depleted] : After the message is displayed, the camerawill turn off.

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Using the AC Adapter (optional)

If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect thecamera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recom-mended.

z Make sure that the camera is turned off before openingthe terminal cover.

x Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DCinput terminal on the camera.

c Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.

v Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

When using the AC adapter, the battery level indicator is not dis-played on the LCD monitor.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connectingor disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure that the AC plug cord and connecting cord areinserted securely. If the cord becomes disconnected whileyou are taking pictures, the data may be lost.

• When using the AC adapter D-AC5, be sure to read theoperation manual accompanying the AC adapter.

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AC outlet

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tartedInstalling or removing the CF Card

Captured images are recorded on the CompactFlash (CF) card.Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or remov-ing the CF card (optional).

Installing the Card

z Open the CF card cover.

x Orient the card with the surface of the card having the symbol facing towards the lens and with the pin-connector edge of the card towards the slot andinsert fully.

c Close the CF card cover.

Removing the Card

z Open the CF card cover.

x Press the CF card eject button and remove the card.

c Close the CF card cover.

• If you open the CF card cover when the camera is turnedon, a warning beep will sound and the camera will beforcibly turned off.

• If you open the CF card cover while recording an image onthe CF card, the recording operation will be terminated (theimage will not be saved).

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● Approximate Number of Recordable Images and Recordedpixels/Quality levels

Quality levels TIFF Best Better Good Movie imagesRecorded pixels ( ) ( ) ( )

1600 × 1210 2 — — — —

1600 × 1200 — Approx. 14 Approx. 29 Approx. 64 —



320 × 240 — — — — 2

• The above table indicates is the number of images when using a 16MB CFcard.

• The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified byPENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, cap-ture mode, CF card, etc.

Precautions When Using a CF Card• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening the CF card cover.• Care should be taken if you remove the CF card immediately after using the

camera, as the card may be hot.• Do not open the CF card cover or turn the camera off while data is being

recorded on the card or transferred to another device as this may cause thedata to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the CF card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from waterand store away from high temperature.

• Be sure to format unused CF cards or CF cards that have been used on anothercamera. Refer to “Formatting a CF Card” (p.102) for instructions on formatting.

• Never open the CF card cover during formatting as this may cause the card tobe damaged and become unusable.

• Data recorded on a CF card with the Optio 230 cannot be played back accu-rately on the Optio 330 or Optio 430. Similarly, data recorded with the Optio 330or Optio 430 cannot be played back accurately on the Optio 230.

• The data on the CF card may be erased in the following circumstances. Pentaxdoes not accept any liability for data that is erased• when the CF card is mishandled by the user.• when the CF card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.• when the card has not been used for a long time.• when the card is ejected, the AC adapter is disconnected or the battery is

removed while the data on the card is being accessed (when the status lampand flash lamp are blinking green and red).

• The CF card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the dataon the card may become unreadable. Be sure to make a backup of importantdata on a PC.

• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity orelectrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed torapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

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tartedInitial Settings

If the initial settings screen appears when you turn the camera on,follow the procedure below to set the display language, HomeTown, DST, video output format and current date and time. If thedate and time appear at the bottom right of the LCD monitor whenyou turn the camera on for the first time, follow the instructions for“Changing the Date/Time” (p.104) to set the correct date and time.

Setting the Display Language

You can choose the language in which the menus, error mes-sages, etc. are displayed.

z Turn the camera on.

x Use the four-way controller () to select the display lan-

guage.The default setting is English.

c Press the four-way controller ( ).The screen for setting the next item will be displayed.

You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Changing the Display Language” (p.104).

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Menu button

Power switch

OK button

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English

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Setting the Home Town

You can choose the city (Home Town) inwhich you will use the camera.

z Press the four-way controller () to select the desired city

(Home Town).

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The screen for setting the next item will be displayed.

• See p.110 for the list of cities and corresponding code names.• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to

“Setting the World Time” (p.106).

Setting the D.S.T. Mode

You can choose whether or not to display the D.S.T mode.

z Use the four-way controller ( )to select (On) or (Off).The default setting is (Off).

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The screen for setting the next itemwill be displayed.

You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Setting the World Time” (p.106).

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NTSC

MENU OK

NYC

Language/

Initial setting

EnglishLanguage/

Initial setting

NTSC

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Setting the Video Output Format

You can choose the output format (NTSCor PAL) for taking or playing back picturesusing a TV monitor.

z Use the four-way controller ( )to select the video output format.The default setting is NTSC.

x Press the OK button.The screen for setting the date and time will be displayed.

• You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to“Changing the Video Output Format” (p.105).

Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time.

z Use the four-way controller ( )to change the month.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).and will be displayed

above and below the day.

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00 : 00

12H/24H

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DISP

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c Use the four-way controller ( )to change the day and press thefour-way controller ( ).

and will bedisplayed above and below the year.

v Repeat Step c to change the[year] [hour] and [minutes].

b Use the Display button to select the12-hour or 24-hour display format.

n When you have finished the set-tings, press the OK button whenthe clock reaches 00 seconds.The screen confirming the settingswill be displayed and the camera isready to take a picture.

• You can cancel setting operation and switch to Capture modeby pressing the MENU button. In this case, the initial settingsscreen will be displayed next time you turn the camera on.

• You can change the settings after they have been made. Referto “Changing the Date/Time” (p.104).

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Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures

For the simplest procedure to take still pictures:The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions.

z Press the power switch.The camera will turn on.

x Set the mode dial to .

c Turn the LCD monitor on.Press the Display button to dis-play the shooting screen on theLCD monitor.The focus frame in the middle ofthe LCD monitor indicates thezone of automatic focusing. Youcan change the size of the sub-ject by pressing the Zoom but-ton.

makes the subject bigger.

makes the subject smaller.You can check the size of the subject by looking throughthe viewfinder.

As there is no focus frame in the viewfinder, be sure to checkthe focusing area on the LCD monitor.

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LCD monitor

Viewfinder

Power switch

Zoom button

Mode dial

Shutterrelease button

Power switch

Display button

Viewfinder

v Press the shutter release button.The image will be displayed on the LCD monitor for 0.5seconds (Instant Review) and recorded on the CF card.(The green and red lamps on the right of the viewfinderblink alternately while the image is being recorded on theCF card.)

Using the Shutter Release ButtonThe shutter release button works in a two-step action.● Press halfway

When the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway),the focus, exposure and white balance are locked. You canfind the following information on the LCD monitor, the statuslamp and the flash lamp.The shutter speed and aperture settings are only displayedwhen the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway).

q Focusing areaIf the subject is in focus, the frame will light green. If thesubject is not in focus, the frame will not appear.

w Flash symbolThe flash symbol indicates the status of the flash when theshutter release button is pressed.

Status lamp & Flash lamp (on the right of the viewfinder)

status Status lamp (green) Flash lamp (red)lit Subject is in focus Flash is chargedblink Subject is not in focus Flash is charging

● Pressed down fullyThe picture is taken.

Instant ReviewThe Instant Review default setting is 0.5 seconds. During thistime you can delete the image by pressing the button (The[Delete] menu will be displayed.), and selecting [Delete].

Setting the Instant Review Time p.64

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Quick Start

Playing Back Still Pictures

Playing Back the Last Image Taken (Easy View)

You can display the last still picture taken.

z Press the OK button after tak-ing a picture.The last image taken will be dis-played on the LCD monitor.During this time you can erasethe image by pressing the button (The [Delete] menu willbe displayed.), and selecting[Delete].Press the OK button again toreturn to shooting status.

• You can enlarge the image displayed on the LCD monitor bypressing the zoom lever.

Playing Back Still Pictures p.70

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Playing Back a Single Image

You can play back still pictures one at a time.

z Set the mode dial to .An image will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).

displays the previous image.

displays the next image.

• In the case of movie pictures, the first frame will be displayed.• If there are no image stored on the CF card, the [No images

in camera] message will be displayed, and if there is no CFcard in the camera, the [No card in camera] message willbe displayed.

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How to Use the CF Card

Images taken with the Optio 230camera are recorded on the CF card.You can view the images recordedon the card on the camera itself,transfer them to your PC and printthem out.

Viewing images on the camera

One of the advantages of a digitalcamera is that it enables you to viewyour pictures immediately after youhave taken them. You can check thecomposition and brightness and takethe picture again if you are not satis-fied.

Playing Back Still Pictures p.22

Viewing images on a TV

If you want to show your pictures to friends, you can displaythem on your TV monitor. To view images on your TV, connectthe camera to the TV with the video cable.

Viewing Images on a TV p.78

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Viewing images on a PC

You only need to install the USB driver the first time. After that,you can view recorded images and edit them on the PC just byconnecting the camera to the PC with the USB cable anddownloading the images. Or you can remove the CF card fromthe camera and transfer the data to your PC using a cardreader. If you use a laptop computer, you can transfer theimage data by fitting the CF card into the card adapter andinserting the card adapter into the card slot.

Viewing Images with Windows PC p.82

Viewing Images with Macintosh p.98

Printing images by a printing service

By selecting the pictures you want to have printed and specify-ing the number of prints in advance on the CF card, you cantake the card to a DPOF-compatible (Digital Print OrderFormat) printing service and have prints made.

Setting the Printing Service p.79

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Common Operations

Turning the Camera On and Off

Use the power switch to turn the camera on and off.

z Press the power switch.The camera will turn on.When the camera is turned on, the lens cover opens and thelens extends.Press the power switch again to turn the camera off.

If you turn the camera on in Playback mode, the lens coverremains closed and the lens does not extend.

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Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for play-ing back or erasing images. The mode is set by the mode dial.

Capture Mode

p.35

p.37

p.36

p.40

Playback Mode

Playback mode p.70

z Turn the mode dial so that the mark is on or.

Most of the settings are madeautomatically by the camera whena picture is taken.

You can set all the functions asyou like when a picture is taken.

This mode is for taking darkscenes such as night views.

This mode is for taking movingimages.

Auto mode

Full selectablemode

Night-scene mode

Movie picture mode

This mode is for playing backrecorded images.

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Using the Button Functions

Capture Mode

q buttonChanges the flash mode. ( p.55)

w buttonChanges the shooting mode as follows.

Using the Self-timer ( p.39)Using macro mode ( p.52)Infinity landscape mode ( p.52)Manual focus ( p.53)

e Zoom buttonChanges the size of the subject. ( p.42)

r Menu buttonDisplays the active menus in Capture mode. ( p.32)

t Four-way controller ( )Changes the EV compensation in mode. ( p.54)

y Four-way controller ( )Adjusts the focus in mode. ( p.52)

u Display buttonChanges the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (p.34)

i Reverse buttonReverse the image from right to left. (The image is not recordedin reverse. p.44)

MF (manual focus) and EV compensation are disabled in Automode .( p.35)

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Playback Mode

q buttonErases the image. ( p.75)

w buttonProtects the image from erasure. ( p.77)

e Zoom buttonChanges the size of the image displayed on the LCD monitor.( p.70)

r Menu buttonDisplays the active menus in Play mode. ( p.33)

t Four-way controller ( )Displays images one by one. ( p.23)

y OK buttonDisplays nine images at once. ( p.73)

u Display buttonChanges the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (p.72)

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Using the Menus

When you press the Menu button, the menu is displayed on the LCD moni-tor. You can set the shooting functions in Capture mode ( ) orthe playback functions in Playback mode ( ).

You can set the camera functions in both Capture mode and Playbackmode.

How to Use the Menus

When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operationis displayed on the LCD monitor.

z Press the Menu button.The menu screen will be displayed. The selected area will bedisplayed in a green frame.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).Use the four-way controller ( ) to select the menuscreen.

c Use the four-way controller ( ) to select an item.Use the four-way controller ( ) to move the frame up ordown.

v Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the setting.

v’ If there is a Select screen, use the four-way controller ( ) to move to the Select screen.When you have finished making the settings, press the OKbutton to return to the menu.

b Press the OK button.The settings will be saved and the screen will return to shoot-ing or playback status.

• If you press the Menu button and leave the menu screen,any changes to setting will not be saved.

• Even if you press the OK button and leave the menuscreen, if you remove the battery before turning off thecamera or do not otherwise turn off the camera correctly,any changes to setting will not be saved.

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z Menu button

[Rec.Mode] menu [Applied Function] menu [Set-up] menu

x

c v

(Ex.) Turning the digital zoom off

c v’

(Ex.) Adjusting the white balance

c

To the next screen

When you press the Menu button in Playback mode, the Playbackmode menu will be displayed.Press the four-way controller ( ) to switch to the [Playback] or[Set-up] menu.

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MENU OK


ResolutionQuality LevelWhite BalanceFocusing AreaDigital Zoom

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MENU OK

1600×1200Date StyleDate AdjustWorld TimeBeep

Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK




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MENU OK

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AWB

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Menu List

Active Menus in Capture Mode

● [Rec.Mode] Menu

Item Description Default Setting Reference Auto mode

Resolution 1600 × 1200 p.56 Adjustable

Quality Level p.57 Adjustable

White Balance AWD (Auto) p.58 Fixed at default setting

Focusing Area [ ](Wide) p.60 Fixed at default setting

Digital Zoom (On) p.43 Fixed at default setting

AE Metering p.61 Fixed at default setting

ISO Speed Auto p.62 Fixed at default setting

Color Full p.63 Fixed at default setting

Instant Review 0.5sec p.64 Fixed at default setting

Memory p.68 Fixed at default setting

Exp. (Off) p.69 Fixed at default setting

comp.memory

Continuous (Off) p.38 Fixed at default setting

Shooting

Sharpness Normal p.65 Fixed at default setting

Saturation Normal p.66 Fixed at default setting

Contrast Normal p.67 Fixed at default setting

● [Applied Function] Menu


3D image mode Parallel method p.45 –

Auto bracket Exposure p.50 –

For taking 3-D pictures.

For setting the shooting con-ditions such as exposure, sat-uration and sharpness.

For selecting the size ofrecorded pixels.

For selecting the imagecompression rate.

For adjusting the color bal-ance according to lighting.

For changing the Area ofthe autofocus.

For taking digital zoom pictures.

For setting the metering methodto determine the exposure.

For setting the ISO speed.

For selecting the color mode.

For setting the instant review time.

For saving the shooting function set-tings when the camera is turned off.

For saving the exposurecompensation setting whenthe camera is turned on.

For taking pictures continuously whilethe shutter release button is pressed.

For setting the sharpness.

For setting the saturation.

For setting the contrast.

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● [Playback] Menu

Item Description Default setting Reference

Slideshow Recorded images are played 3s (3 sec. p.74successively. intervals)

DPOF For setting the printing service. – p.79

Active Menus in Capture/Playback Mode

● [Set-up] Menu


Format Card p.102 Adjustable

Date Style p.103 Adjustable

Date Adjust p.104 Adjustable

World Time p.106 Adjustable

Beep p.105 Adjustable

Language p.104 Adjustable

Video Out p.105 Adjustable

Sleep p.108 AdjustableTimeout

Brightness p.109 AdjustableLevel

Reset p.109 Adjustable

For formatting the CF card

For setting the date style

For adjusting the date and time

For setting the world time

For adjusting the beep soundwhen a button is pressed

For changing the languagein which menus and mes-sages are displayed

For setting the video out-put format

For setting the power-saving function

For setting the brightnessof the LCD monitor

For returning the camerasettings to defaults

Cancel

Set accordingSet accordingto theto theLanguageLanguagedefdefault settingault setting

01/01/2002

(Off)

On

English

Set according tothe Languagedefault setting

1min.

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Taking Pictures

Displaying Shooting Information (Display Mode)

Display OnShooting information is displayed.

q Flash mode w Focus mode/

Self-timer e Continuous Shooting

mode On r Applications

t AF frame y Remaining images

u Shutter speed & aperture

i Battery symbol o Date & time

Display OffNo shooting information is displayed.

• Only the AF frame is displayed in auto

focus mode.

• If there is any change in the battery

level, the battery symbol is displayed.

• If there is any change in such as Flash

mode, the mode you have changed is

displayed for a few seconds.

LCD Monitor OffThe LCD monitor is turned off.

Saving the Display Mode p.68

When using the AC adapter, the battery level indicator is not dis-played on the LCD monitor.

LCD Monitor Off cannot be set in Movie Picture mode.Caution

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Taking Pictures

Taking Still Pictures in Auto Mode (Auto Mode)

By setting the mode dial to , most of the settings will be madeautomatically by the camera when a picture is taken.

z Set the mode dial to .

x Press the shutter release button.The picture will be taken.

In Auto mode, with the exception of certain functions, the menusettings are fixed at the default settings. See “Menu List” (p.32) forthe menus where the settings can be changed.

Using the Shutter Release Button p.21

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Taking Pictures with All the Functions Set (Full Selectable Mode)

By setting the mode dial to , you can set all of the functions.


x Press the Menu button.The Menu screen will be displayed. For details of how tomake the settings, see “How to Use the Menus” (p.30).

c Press the shutter release button.The picture will be taken.

Using the Shutter Release Button p.21Playing Back Images p.22

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Taking Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode)

The appropriate settings are made automatically for taking darkscenes such as night views.


x Press the shutter release button.The picture will be taken.

Using the Shutter Release Button p.21Playing Back Images p.22

As the shutter speed becomes slow in night-scene mode,camera shake should be avoided.

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Continuous Shooting

Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button ispressed.


x Press the Menu button.The [Rec. Mode] menu will be dis-played.

c Press the four-way controller ( )to select [Continuous Shooting].

v Press the four-way controller ( ) to select (On).

b Press the OK button.The (Continuous Shooting) icon will be displayed on theLCD monitor.

n Press the shutter release button.Pictures will be taken continuously while the shutter releasebutton is pressed, and stop when the button is released.

Playing Back Images p.22

• You can continue shooting until the CF card is full.• The interval will vary according to the [Resolution] and [Quality

Level] setting.

• The flash will not fire in Continuous Shooting mode.• Continuous shooting is not possible in Auto and Movie pic-

ture mode.

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AWB

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MENU

x Menu button

b OK button

c v Four-way controller

Exp.comp.memoryContinuous shootingSharpnessSaturationContrast

Rec.Mode Set-upApplied Function

MENU OK

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Using the Self-Timer

The picture is taken ten seconds after the shutter release button ispressed.

z Set the mode dial to or .

x Press the / / / button to display on the LCDmonitor.

c Press the shutter release button.The self-timer is engaged and the self-timer lamp lights. Thepicture is taken approximately three seconds after the self-timer lamp starts to blink.

If you turn the LCD monitor on, the second count will be dis-played.

Playing Back Images p.22Taking picture with self-portrait Mode p.44

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Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode)

This mode enables you to take moving images. The maximumlength of one motion picture is 30 seconds.

z Set the mode dial to .The following information will be dis-played on the LCD monitor.

q Flash Offw Remaining shooting timee Remaining number of sets

x Press the shutter release button.Shooting will start.You can change the size of the image using the Zoom button.

makes the image bigger

makes the image smaller

c Press the shutter release button.Shooting will end.The remaining shooting time will be displayed.

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Keeping the shutter release button pressed

If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than onesecond, pictures will be taken for as long as you keep the buttonpressed. Shooting stops when the button is released.

Playing Back Movie Pictures p.71

• The flash will not fire in Movie Picture mode.• Continuous shooting is not possible in Movie Picture mode.• The LCD monitor cannot be turned off in Movie Picture

mode.• Sound cannot be recorded in Movie Picture mode.

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Using the Zoom

You can use the zoom to take pictures in Tele or Wide mode.

z Press the Zoom button in Capturemode.

makes the subject larger

makes the subject smaller

When the digital zoom function isdisabled, you can take pictures atup to 3x magnification using theoptical zoom.When the digital zoom is enabled,you can further enlarge the subjectto a maximum magnification equiva-lent to 7.5x.

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Enabling the Digital Zoom Function

z Press the Menu button in Capturemode.The [Rec.Mode] menu will be dis-played.

x Press the four-way controller ( )to select [Digital Zoom].

c Use the four-way controller ( ) to select (On).

v Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take a picture.

• When you turn the LCD monitor off, the digital zoom is dis-abled even if the digital zoom function is set to On.

• The digital zoom function is disabled when the Recordmode is set to TIFF.

Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting p.68

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Taking a Picture of Yourself (Self-Portrait Mode)

You can turn the LCD monitor over, enabling you to see yourself inthe monitor when you want to take a picture of yourself or includeyourself in the picture.

z Turn the LCD monitor over.

x Reverse the image on the LCD monitor.When you press the Reverse button, appears on the LCDmonitor and the image is displayed in reverse from right toleft.

c Press the shutter release button.The picture is taken.

• The image is not recorded in reverse.• The menu screen is not reversed.• If you press the Reverse button without opening the LCD moni-

tor outwards, the image will be reversed on the LCD monitor.• If you are taking pictures in low light conditions, use the self-

timer to avoid camera shake when pressing the shutter releasebutton.

Using the Self-Timer p.39

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Taking Stereo Pictures (3D image mode)

You can take 3D pictures using the LCD monitor and view them bythe parallel method or cross method. If you print out the 3D pic-tures and look at them through the 3D image viewer provided, theimage will appear in three dimensions.

z Select [3D Image mode] on the [Applied Function] menuand press the four-way controller ( ).

x Use the four-way controller () to select [Parallel] or

[Cross].To view the picture with the 3Dimage viewer, select [Parallel].You can also view it without theimage viewer.

c Press the OK button.

v Press the shutter release buttonwhile watching the capture guide.Take the picture so that the subjectis in the shooting zone in the mid-dle. The first image is taken and[Move camera to right] appears onthe LCD monitor.

b Press the OK button.Even if you press the shutter release button halfway, you canproceed to take the second image.

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n Move the camera to the rightwithout changing your stance.

m Overlap the images.The first image will appear in asemi-transparent state on top of thesecond image. Compose the pictureso that the first semi-transparentimage is superimposed on the out-lines of the second real image.If the overlapping images are hard to see, use the four-waycontroller to move the semi-transparent image and superim-pose it on the real image.

The semi-transparent section is lengthened sidewaysand moves up and down when the four-way controller ispressed.The semi-transparent section is lengthened longwaysand moves right and left when the four-way controller ispressed.

, Press the shutter release button.The second image will be taken.

. Use the four-way controller () to choose whether to

continue shooting.Choose whether to continue or end3D shooting and press the OK button.

• 3D image picture cannot be taken when the Quality level is setto TIFF.

• Press the Menu button to end 3D shooting.• A clear three-dimensional effect will not be achieved if the two

images are taken in widely different positions (heights) or arenot straight. When taking a person, you are recommended toask your model to stay as still as possible and to take the sec-ond picture as quickly as you can. It is easier to take the pic-tures if you use a tripod or appropriate base.

• As a guide, the camera should be moved about 1/40 of the dis-tance between the camera and the subject. For example, if thesubject is 3m away, the distance the camera should be movedwill be 3m × 40=7.5cm.

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However, as the way people see three-dimensional images dif-fers from person to person, there is no need to be too con-cerned. Refer to the table below for a simple guide to how far tomove the camera.

Distance to subject 0.1 m 0.3 m 0.5 m 1 m 3 m 5m

Camera movement 0.5 cm 1 cm 1.5 cm 2.5 cm 7.5 cm 13 cm

● Viewing 3D pictures by the parallel method and crossmethod

As our eyes are positioned about 6~7cm apart, there is a veryslight deviation between what we see with our right eye and whatwe see with our left eye. The difference is processed by our brainto produce a three-dimensional image. This principle is applied totaking and viewing 3D pictures.3D pictures can be viewed by the parallel method where the leftand right lines of vision are virtually parallel, as when looking at adistant scene, or the cross method where the left and right lines ofvision are crossed, as when you cross your eyes. A certainamount of practice may be necessary to view 3D pictures withoutusing the viewer.

● How to Assemble the 3D Image Viewer

Assemble the 3D image viewer supplied with the camera asshown below.

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● How to view 3D pictures using the 3D image viewer

Print out the pictures so that they are about 11cm or 12cm wideand place the divider of the 3D image viewer in the middle of thetwo.

Viewing the images with a PC or Macintosh p.82 or p.101

• As the distance between the left and right eyes differs from per-son to person, some people may have difficulty obtaining athree-dimensional effect even when looking at prints that arethe same size. It may be especially difficult if the pictures arevery large or very small. Try different sizes until the right effectis achieved.

• Never look at the sun through the 3D image viewer.• Do not leave the 3D image viewer where it is exposed to

direct sunlight as this may lead to fire.

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● Example of a 3D picture

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Automatically Changing the Shooting Conditions (Auto bracket)

You can take pictures in succession while automatically changingthe exposure, white balance, saturation, sharpness and contrastsettings. Three pictures are taken in succession with differentexposure settings. The other settings are automatically set foreach picture.

z Select [Auto bracket] on the [Applied Function] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to select the conditions for

bracket shooting.

c Press the four-way controller ( )to select [Ex. Bracketing] or[white balance].The [Step] setting screen appears.

v Use the four-way controller () to set the steps.

In addition to the NORMAL setting,you can take the 3 pictures in stepsusing a plus or minus setting.

b Press the OK button.The Bracket mode is set.

MENU OK

Auto bracket

Applied Photo ModeStep

Ex.Bracketing±0.3EV

MENU OK

Auto bracket

Applied Photo ModeStep

Ex.Bracketing±0.3EV



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n Press the shutter release button.

m Use the four-way controller () to choose whether or

not you wish to continue bracketshooting.Choose whether you wish to contin-ue bracketing under the same condi-tions or end bracketing and pressthe OK button.

• Check the pictures you have taken using the Playback mode.• If you set auto bracket when you set the Continuous Shooting

mode, continuous shooting will be canceled.

Playing Back Images p.22

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Setting the Shooting Functions

Selecting a Focus Mode

● Focus Mode

None Auto The camera is focused on the subject in the focusing area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Macro Mode This mode is used when the distance to the subject is approx. 10cm-50cm (0.33ft-1.64ft). The camera isfocused on the subject in the focusing area when theshutter release button is pressed halfway.

Infinity-landscape mode This mode is used for taking distant objects.Manual Focus Mode The subject is brought into focus manually.

z Press the button in Capture mode.The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed andthe setting is displayed on the LCD monitor.The camera is ready to take the picture in the set focus mode.

• The focus mode returns to [Auto] when the camera is turned off.• The default setting of the focus mode is [Auto]. When the focus

mode is [Auto], no icon is displayed on the LCD monitor.

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If you take a picture while looking through the viewfinder whenthe focus mode is set on Macro, the range of the resulting pic-ture may differ from what was seen in the viewfinder.

Manual Focus

When the mode is set on , focus the camera on the subjectmanually while observing the enlarged display in the middle.

increases the distance to the focusing position

decreases the distance to the focusing position

• The Manual Focus mode is canceled when you exit the Capturemode.

• It is difficult to obtain the correct focus in Auto mode when tak-ing pictures in a dark place. In this case, if you press the shutterrelease button halfway, AF spotbeam will be emitted, enablingthe camera to focus more easily on the subject.

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EV Compensation

You can take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or under-exposed.

z Press the four-way controller () in Capture mode.Four-way controller ( )

increases the EV compensa-tion to a positive (+) level

Four-way controller ( ) decreases the EV compensa-tion to a negative (–) level

The set level is displayed on theLCD monitor.

• The EV Compensation is disabled in the Auto mode.• If you press or one time, or set to ± 0, the set level

displayed on the LCD monitor will go off after three seconds.• EV compensation is reset when power is off.• You can save the Exposure Compensation setting by the Exp.

comp. memory mode when the camera is being turned on.

Saving the EV Compensation p.68

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Selecting the Flash Mode

None Auto

Flash Off

Flash On

Auto + Red-eye Reduction

Flash On + Red-eye Reduction

• The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to , continuousshooting, or infinity-landscape mode.

• The flash discharges once as the auxiliary light for the photome-try when taking a picture in the flash mode.

• In [Auto + Red-eye Reduction] and [Flash On + Red-eyeReduction] modes, the flash discharges once to make subject’spupil smaller. And then, take a picture in the flash mode after abrief interval.

z Press the button in Capture mode.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed andthe set mode is displayed on the LCD monitor.

The flash lamp blinks red while the flash is charging. If theflash lamp lights red when you press the shutter release but-ton halfway after charging is completed, the camera is readyto take the picture in the set flash mode.

Saving the Flash Mode p.68

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The flash discharges automatically depending on thelight conditions.

The flash will not discharge.

The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyescaused by the light from the flash being reflected inthe subject’s eyes. The flash discharges automatically.

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyescaused by the light from the flash being reflected inthe subject’s eyes. The flash will discharge regardlessof lighting conditions.

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Selecting the Recorded Pixels

You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [1600 ×1200], [1024 × 768] and [640 × 480].

z Select [Resolution] from the[Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the size.

c Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take the pic-ture.



AWB

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AWB

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Selecting the Quality Levels

You can choose the image compression rate.

TIFF TIFF The quality is the best and there is a high volume of image data.

BEST The quality is better and there is a high volume of image data.

BETTER Standard level

GOOD The quality is good and there is a low volume of image data.

z Select [Quality Level] from the[Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the image quality.


• If you select TIFF, the resolution is fixed at 1600 × 1210.• If you select TIFF, the digital zoom is disabled.• If you select TIFF, the 3D image picture cannot be taken.

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AWB

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Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting (White Balance)

You can take pictures in the actual colors that you see by adjust-ing the white balance according to the light conditions.

AWB Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.

Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

Shade Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.

Tungsten Use this mode when taking subjects under Light electric or other tungsten light.

Fluorescent Use this mode when taking subjects under Light fluorescent light.

Manual Use this mode when taking pictures by adjustingthe white balance manually.

z Select [White Balance] from the[Rec.Mode] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The white balance screen will bedisplayed.

c Use the four-way controller ( )to change the setting.

v Press the OK button twice.The camera is ready to take the picture.

Saving the Color Balance p.68

White BalanceAWB

MENU OK



AWB

MENU OK

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Manual Setting

z Select [ ] on the white balance screen.

x Point your camera at a blank sheet of paper so that it fillsthe screen.

c Press the shutter release button.The white balance is automaticallyadjusted, [Complete] is displayed onthe LCD monitor and the displayreturns to the menu screen.

v Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take the picture.

Adjust

White Balance

SHUTTER

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Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area)You can change the range and position of the autofocus area.

[ ] Normal range (Wide)

[ ] The autofocus range becomes smaller. (Spot)

z Select [Focusing Area] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.x Use the four-way controller (

) to change the setting.c Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take the pic-ture.

The AF area does not appear in the viewfinder. Always check thefocusing area on the LCD monitor.

Save the AF Area p.68

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MENU OK

1600×1200



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Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure (AE Metering)

You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure thebrightness and determine the exposure.

Multi segment The exposure is determined by the entire screen.

Center-weighted The exposure is determined mainly by the center of the screen.

Spot The exposure is determined by the middle of the screen only.

z Select [AE Metering] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the metering

mode.


Saving the AE Metering Method p.68

AE MeteringISO SpeedColor Full

0.5s

Auto

Instant ReviewMemory


MENU OK



AWB

MENU OK

1600×1200MENU

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Setting the ISO Speed (ISO Speed)

You can select the ISO speed to suit the brightness of the sur-roundings.● ISO Speed

Auto The camera sets the speed automatically.

100 Produces sharp images with little or no noise. Reduces theshutter speed in low light conditions.

200 Increases the shutter speed in low light conditions but there ismore risk of noise.

z Select [ISO Speed] on the[Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the ISO

speed.


Saving the ISO Speed p.68


0.5s

Auto



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AWB

MENU OK

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Selecting the Color Mode (Color)

You can give atmosphere to your pictures by changing the colorsto black and white or sepia.● Color Mode

Full The picture is taken in color

B & W The picture is taken in black and white.

Sepia The picture is taken in sepia.

z Select [Color] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the Color mode

setting.



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MENU OK



AWB

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Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review)

You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5sec, 1sec, 2sec,3sec, 5sec or Off (no display).

z Select [Instant Review] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the display time.


The Instant Review display setting is saved when the camera isturned off.

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Setting the Sharpness (Sharpness)

You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or softoutlines.

z Select [Sharpness] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.

x Use the four-way controller () to change the setting from

[Hard (+)] to [Normal], [Soft (–)].




MENU OK



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MENU OK

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Setting the Saturation (Saturation)

You can set the saturation.

z Select [Saturation] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.


[High (+)] to [Normal], [Low (–)].




MENU OK



AWB

MENU OK

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Setting the Contrast (Contrast)

You can set the contrast.

z Select [Contrast] on the [Rec.Mode] menu.


[High (+)] to [Normal], [Low (–)].




MENU OK



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Saving the Settings (Memory)

Saving the Menu Items (Mode Memory)

You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when thecamera is turned off. If you select (On), the settings will be saved inthe status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. Ifyou select (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the cam-era is turned off.

Item Description Default Setting

Flash

White Balance

Focusing Area

Digital Zoom

AE Metering

ISO Speed

Display

File No.

Menu items not included in [Memory] will also be saved in the set-tings selected on the menus for each function when the camera isturned off.

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The setting on the button is saved.

The [White Balance] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu issaved.

The [Focusing Area] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu issaved.

The [Digital Zoom] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu issaved.

The [AE Metering] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu issaved.

The [ISO Speed] setting on the [Rec.Mode] menu issaved.

The LCD monitor display mode is saved.

The file number is saved. If a new CF card is inserted,the sequential file number is assigned.

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z Press the Menu button in Capturemode.

x Press the four-way controller ( ) to select the [Memory]menu.

c Press the four-way controller ( ).[Memory] menu will be displayed.

v Use the four-way controller () to select the item.

b Use the four-way controller () to switch and .

n Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take the picture.

Saving the Exposure Compensation Setting

You can choose whether or not to save the exposure compensa-tion setting when the camera is turned on.

z Press the Menu button in Capturemode.

x Press the four-way controller ( )to select the [Exp. comp. memo-ry] menu.[Exp. comp. memory] menu will bedisplay.

c Use the four-way controller (() to switch between (On)

and (Off).

v Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take the picture.

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Playing Back Images on the Camera

Playing Back Still Pictures

See “Playing Back a Single Image” (p.23).

Zoom Display

You can display images magnified up to four times. A guide tooperation is displayed on the LCD monitor during magnification.

z Set the mode dial to and choose the image you wantto magnify with the four-way controller ( ).

x Press on the Zoom button.The image will be magnified (1× to 4×).● The following operations can be

performed while the magnifiedimage is displayed.

Four-way controller ( )

Moves the position to be magnified

Zoom button ( ) Makes the picture bigger

Zoom button ( ) Makes the picture smaller

Display button Turns the guide marks on/off

c Press the OK button.Zoom playback will end.

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Playing Back Movie Pictures

You can play back Movie pictures. A guide to operation is dis-played on the LCD monitor during playback.

z Set the mode dial to and choose the movie picture youwant to play back with the four-way controller ( ).

x Press the four-way controller ( ).Playback will start.● The following operations can be

performed during playback.Four-way controller ( ) :

Reverse playbackFour-way controller ( ) :

Forward playbackFour-way controller ( ) : PauseDisplay button : Changes the Display mode

● The following operations can be performed while Pause isengaged.

Four-way controller ( ) : Frame forward

Four-way controller ( ) : Frame return

Four-way controller ( ) : Releases the Pause function

Display button : Changes the Display mode

c Press the four-way controller ( ).Playback ends.

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Displaying Shooting Information (Display mode)

You can display information on the LCD monitor when shooting.The information displayed can be changed by pressing the Displaybutton.

Display OnInformation is displayed when shooting.

q Folder No. w File No.e Protect symbolr Shutter speed/Aperturet Battery remainingy Shooting date

Display OffNo information is displayed whenshooting.

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Nine-image Display

You can display nine images at the same time.

z Set the mode dial to and choose an image with thefour-way controller ( ).

x Press the OK button.Nine images will be displayed withthe selected image in the center.Choose an image with the four-waycontroller ( ).If you press the four-waycontroller( ) while an image on theleft row is selected, previous 9images will be displayed. If youpress the four-way controller( )while an image on the right row isselected, next 9 images will be dis-played.

c Press the OK button.The screen will return to single-image display of the selectedimage.

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Slideshow

You can play back all the images on the CF card continuously.

z Set the mode dial to and choose the image withwhich to start the slideshow with the four-way controller( ).

x Press the Menu button.The [Playback] menu will be displayed.

c Select [Slideshow] with the four-way controller ( ).

v Use the four-way controller () to change the playback inter-

val.Choose from the following: 3s (3sec), 5s (5 sec), 10s (10 sec), 20s(20 sec), 30s (30 sec).

b Press the OK button.Playback will start at the set interval.

n Press any button (except the shutter release button).The slideshow will stop.

• The slideshow will continue until you press any button.• In the case of movie pictures, when one movie picture has

been played through, the next movie picture will be playedregardless of the set playback interval.

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Erasing a Single Image

z Set the mode dial to and choose the image you wantto erase with the four-way controller ( ).

x Press the button.The [Delete] menu will be displayed.

c Select [Delete] with the four-waycontroller ( ).

v Press the OK button.

• You can also delete images from Instant Review (p.21) andEasy View (p.22).

• You cannot erase protected images (with the symbol).

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Delete

DeleteDeleteDelete

MENU OKALL

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Erasing All Images

You can erase all the images on the CF card.

• Once erased, images cannot be restored.• Protected images cannot be erased.


x Press the button twice.The [Delete All] menu will be dis-played.

c Select [Delete All] with the four-way controller ( ).


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Delete All

Delete AllDelete AllDelete All

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Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)

You can protect images from being accidentally erased.

z Set the mode dial to and choose the image you wantto protect with the four-way controller ( ).

x Press the button.The [Protect] menu will be displayed.

c Select [Protect] with the four-way controller ( ).


• Select [Unprotect] in step c above to release the Protect set-ting.

• If the image is protected, the symbol is displayed when theimage is played back.

Protecting All Images

You can protect all the images.


x Press the button twice.The [Protect (All)] menu will be displayed.

c Select [Protect] with the four-way controller ( ).


Even protected images will be erased by formatting a CFcard.

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Unprotect

Protect

MENU OKALL

PrProtectotectProtect

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Viewing Images on a TV

By using the video cable, you can capture and play back imageson a TV or other equipment with a video IN jack. Make sure thatboth the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting thecable.

z Open the terminal cover and connect the video cable.

x Connect the other end of the video cable to the imageinput terminal of the TV.

c Turn the TV and camera on.

Changing the Video Output Format p.105

The LCD monitor is always turned off when the camera is con-nected to a TV.If you intend to use the camera for a long time, use of the ACadapter (optional) is recommended. Refer to the operating manualfor the TV or equipment to which the camera is connected.

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You can print the images on the CF card using a DPOF (Digital PrintOrder Format) compatible printer or at a printing service.

Printing Single Image

Set the following items for each image.● CopiesSet the number of prints up to a maximum of 99.● DateSpecify whether you want the date inserted on the print or not.

z Press the menu button and select [DPOF] on the[Playback] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( )to choose the image for which youwant to specify the number ofprints and press the four-way con-troller ( ).The frame will move to [Copies].

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c Use the four-way controller ( )to select the number of prints andpress the four-way controller ( ).The frame will move to [Date].

v Use the four-way controller ( )to select On or Off.

On : The date will be printedOff : The date will not be printed

b Press the OK button.Prints can be made according to the settings.

• If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, thepreviously set number of prints and On/Off date setting will bedisplayed.

• You cannot set the printing service for movie pictures.• Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the

photo tab, the date may not be printed on the pictures evenif the DPOF setting was made.

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Printing All Images

z Select [DPOF] on the [Playback] menu.

x Press the Display button.

c Use the four-way controller ( )to select the number of prints.You can specify up to 99 prints.

v Press the four-way controller ( ).The frame will move to [Date].

b Use the four-way controller ( )to select On or Off.

On : The date will be printedOff : The date will not be printed

n Press the OK button.Prints can be made according to the settings.

• The setting for a single image will be cancelled.• When you specify the number of prints in the DPOF setting, the

number applies to all the images. Before printing, check that thenumber is correct.

• The setting is not possible for movie pictures.

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DPOF AllDPOF AllDPOF All

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Viewing Images with Windows PC

By using the provided USB cable (I-USB2) or card reader andimage-browser software, you can transfer images recorded withthe camera to a PC and edit them or print them out.This section explains how to view images on a PC using the pro-vided USB driver and software (S-SW5).

About the included software

The included CD-ROM (S-SW5) contains the following software:- USB driver- Image viewing software (ACDSeeTM 3.1)

System environment

OS: Windows 98/2000/MeWindows XP Home Edition/Professional

CPU: Pentium or later recommendedMemory: 64MB or moreHard disk space: 15MB or moreStandard equipped USB port

To view movie pictures on your PC, Direct X 8.0 and Media Playerpre-installed on system, or QuickTime 3.0 or later are required.For Windows Me/XP, Media Player pre-installed on system,QuickTime 3.0 or later is required.

• Not compatible with Windows 95.• When you connect the camera to your PC, you are recom-

mended to use the AC adapter. If the battery power runsout while image data is being transferred, the data may belost.

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Installing the software

The procedures for installing the necessary software areexplained.

• The installation procedure varies depending on the versionof Windows (98/Me/2000). Before starting installation,check which version of Windows you have on your PC. Ifyou are using Windows XP, see “Installing the USB Driver(Windows XP)” (p.90) for installation instructions.

• If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP(Professional), log in by the administrator before startinginstallation. Refer to your PC’s operation manual forinstructions on how to log in.

Installing the USB driver (Windows 98/Me/2000)

z Turn on your PC.

x Set the included CD-ROM (S-SW5) in the CD-ROM drive.

c Turn the camera off, and connect the PC and camerausing an USB cable.Make sure that the CF Card has been inserted into the cam-era.

v Turn the camera on.The PC recognizes the camera and the [Add New HardwareWizard] screen is displayed.

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If you are using Windows 98, follow the procedure below toinstall the software. For Windows Me, see p.86, and forWindows 2000, see p.88.

● Windows 98

b Click [Next].

n Select [Search for thebest driver for yourdevice (Recommended)],and then click [Next].

m Select [Specify a loca-tion], and then click[Browse].If any other item has beenselected, click the checkbox to unselect it.

, Specify the [Win] folderin the CD-ROM drive andclick [OK].If you click the [+] symbol,the folder will open and dis-play the files inside.

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folder is selected andclick [Next].

⁄0 Make sure that [penus-bp.inf] is selected, thenclick [Next].Installation starts.

⁄1 Click [Finish].Installation is completedand the [Wizard] screen isclosed.

⁄2 Turn the camera off and restart your PC.When Windows is up and running, turn the camera on.Make sure that the CF Card has been inserted in the camera.

⁄3 Double-click the [MyComputer] icon on thedesktop.When the camera is turnedon, the Removable Disk(Camera) icon appears inthe window.

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● Windows Me

b Select [Specify the location ofthe driver (Advanced)], andthen click [Next].

n Select [Specify a location], andthen click [Browse].If [Removable Media] has beenselected, click the check box tounselect it.

m Specify the [Win] folder in theCD-ROM drive and click [OK].If you click the [+] symbol, thefolder will open and display thefiles inside.

, Make sure that the [Win] folderis selected and click [Next].

. Make sure that [penusbp.inf] isselected, then click [Next].Installation starts.

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Installation is completed and the[Wizard] screen is closed.

⁄1 Turn the camera off and restart your PC.When Windows is up and running, turn the camera on.Make sure that there is a CF card in the camera.

⁄2 Double-click the [My Computer]icon on the desktop.When the camera is turned on,the Removable Disk (Camera)icon appears in the window.

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● Windows 2000

b Click [Next].

n Select [Search for the best dri-ver for your device], and thenclick [Next].

m Select [Specify a location], andthen click [Next].If any other item has been select-ed, click the check box to unselectit.

, Click [Browse].The [Files] screen is displayed.

. Select the [Win] folder in theCD-ROM drive and make surethat [penusbp.inf] is displayed.And then click [Open].

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containing the files to be copiedis selected, and click [OK].

⁄1 Make sure that [penusbp.inf] isselected, then click [Next].Installation starts.

⁄2 Click [Finish].Installation is completed and the[Wizard] screen is closed.

⁄3 Double-click the [My Computer]icon on the desktop.When the camera is turned on,the Removable Disk (Camera)icon appears in the window.

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Installing the USB driver (Windows XP)

z Turn on your PC.

x Set the CD-ROM (S-SW5) supplied with the camera in theCD-ROM drive.

c Turn the camera off and connect the PC and camerausing the USB cable.Make sure that the CF card has been inserted in the camera.

v Turn the camera on.[New hardware has been located]will appear on the task bar andthe [New Hardware SearchWizard] screen will be displayed.

b Select [Install the software auto-matically (Recommended)] andclick [Next].

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successfully installed] messageappears, click [Finish].Installation is completed and the[Wizard] screen is closed.If the screen for choosing an auto-matic Windows operation is dis-played, click [Cancel].

m Click [My Computer] from [Start]menu.After installing the software, makesure that a Removable Disk(Camera) has been added to [MyComputer].

In the case of Windows XP, if the CF card has a volume labelattached, the content of the volume label will be displayed insteadof [Removable Disk]. If the CF card is new and has not been for-matted, the manufacturer and capacity of the card will be dis-played.

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Installing ACDSeeTM

When installing ACDSeeTM, recorded images can be viewed onyour PC.

z Turn on your PC.

x Set the CD-ROM (S-SW5) in the CD-ROM drive.

c Double click [My Computer].

v Double click the [CD-ROM drive] icon.

b Double click [English].

n Double click [setup.exe].The Setup screen will appear. Follow the on-screen guidanceand enter the registration information.

m When the installation is completed, restart Windows.

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Connecting the camera and PC

z Turn on your PC.

x Turn the camera off and connect the PC and camerausing an USB cable.Make sure that the CF Card is inserted.

c Turn on the camera.The camera will bedetected as[Removable Disk] in[My Computer].

• Although images can be viewed and printed, image data is inthe CF card of the camera. To save the image data in the CFcard to another medium, refer to the instruction manual of yourPC and move or copy files using Explorer, etc.

• You can edit images on your PC after moving or copying filesthere.

• In the case of Windows XP, if the CF card has a volume labelattached, the content of the volume label will be displayedinstead of [Removable Disk]. If the CF card is new and has notbeen formatted, the manufacturer and capacity of the card willbe displayed.

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Viewing images on your PC

z Double click the [ACDSeeTM] icon on the desktop.

x Select the image to view.Camera images can be found in [My Computer] ➝[Removable Disk (or the name on the volume label on the CFcard, if there is one)] ➝ [DCIM] ➝ [xxxPENTX] (xxx is a 3-digit numeral) folder.

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Disconnecting the camera from your PC

Disconnecting the camera from your PC (Windows 2000)

z Double click (Hot Plug icon)on the lower right task bar tray ofthe desktop.The [Remove Hardware] screen willappear.

x Make sure [PENTAX USB DiskDevice] is selected and click[Stop].[Stop Hardware Device] screen willappear.

c Make sure [PENTAX USB DiskDevice] is selected and click [OK].A message will appear.

v Click [OK].

b Disconnect the USB cable fromyour PC and camera.

For Windows 98/Me, there is no Hot Plug icon. When removing thecamera, turn off the camera and disconnect the USB cable.

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Disconnecting your camera from your PC (Windows XP)

z Click [Remove Hardware icon] onthe task bar.

x Make sure [PENTAX USB DiskDevice] is selected and click[Stop].

c Make sure [PENTAX USB DiskDevice] is selected and click [OK].

v A message confirming removal ofthe hardware will appear. Turn thecamera off and disconnect yourcamera from your PC.

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Viewing Images with Macintosh

By using the provided USB cable or card reader and image-brows-er software, you can transfer images recorded with the camera toa PC and edit them or print them out.This section explains how to view images on a PC using the pro-vided USB driver and software.

About the included software

The included CD-ROM (S-SW5) contains the following software:- USB driver- Image viewing software (ACDSeeTM)

System environment

OS: Mac OS 8.6 or later (QuickTime 4.0 or later required)CPU: Power PC 266MHz or higherMemory: 8MB or moreHard disk space: 6MB or moreStandard equipped USB port

To view movie pictures on your Macintosh, QuickTime 4.0 or laterpre-installed on system is required.

When you connect the camera to your PC, you are recom-mended to use the AC adapter. If the battery power runs outwhile image data is being transferred, the data may be lost.

Caution

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Installing the software

The procedures for installing the necessary software areexplained.

Installing the USB driver (Only for Mac OS 8.6)

z Turn on your Macintosh.

x Set the included CD-ROM (S-SW5) in the CD-ROM driveof your Macintosh.

c Copy the following 2 files to the [Extensions] folder within the System folder.PENTAX-USB Storage DriverPENTAX-USB Storage Shim (E)

v Restart your Macintosh.

For MacOS 9.x or later, there is no need to install the USB driver.

Installing ACDSeeTM

When installing ACDSeeTM, recorded images can be viewed onyour Macintosh.


x Set the included CD-ROM (S-SW5) in the CD-ROM driveof your Macintosh.

c Double click [English] on the CD-ROM (S-SW5).

v Follow the on-screen guidance and enter the registrationinformation and proceed with the installation.

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x Turn off the camera and connect your Macintosh andcamera using an USB cable.Make sure that the CF Card is inserted.

c Turn on the camera.The camera will be detected as [untitled] on the desktop. Thefolder name can be changed as desired.

• Although images can be viewed and printed, image data is inthe CF card of the camera. To save the image data in the CFcard to another medium, refer to the instruction manual of yourMacintosh and move or copy files.You can edit images on your Macintosh after moving or copyingfiles there.

• If the CF card has a volume label attached, the content of thevolume label will be displayed instead of [Removable Disk]. Ifthe CF card is new and has not been formatted, the manufac-turer and capacity of the card will be displayed.

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Viewing images on your Macintosh

z Double click the [ACDSeeTM] folder on the hard drive.

x Double click the [ACDSeeTM] program icon.

c Choose an image you wish to view.Camera images can be found in the [untitled] ➝ [DCIM] ➝[xxxPENTX] (xxx is a 3-digit numeral) folder on the desktop.

• You can also view movie pictures operating the above proce-dures.

• If the CF card has a volume label attached, the content of thevolume label will be displayed instead of [Removable Disk]. Ifthe CF card is new and has not been formatted, the manufac-turer and capacity of the card will be displayed.

Disconnecting the camera from your Macintosh

z Drag the [untitled (or the name on the volume label onthe CF card, if there is one)] folder on the desktop toTrash.

x Remove the USB cable from your Macintosh and camera.

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Settings

Settings

Camera Settings

How to recall the [Set-up] menu

Formatting a CF Card

Formatting will delete all the data on the CF card.

• Do not open the CF card cover while the card is being for-matted. The card may be damaged and become unusable.

• Formatting will delete protected data too.

z Select [Format Card] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The Format screen will be displayed.

c Select [Format] with the four-way controller ( ).


Formatting will start. When formatting is completed, the camera isready to capture or play back images.

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Caution

Menu button

OK button

Four-way controller



AWB

MENU OK

1600×1200MENU

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Setting the Date Style

You can set the style in which the date is displayed on the camera.Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd].

z Select [Date Style] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the datestyle.

c Press the OK button.The camera is ready to capture or play back images with theselected date style.

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Date StyleDate AdjustWorld TimeBeep

Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK

Rec.Mode Applied Function Set-upTwice (in Full, night sceneand movie modes)

Once (in Playback andauto mode)

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Changing the Date/Time

You can change the initial date and time settings.

z Select [Date Adjust] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The date screen will be displayed.

See “Initial Settings” (p.15) for the setting procedure.

Changing the Display Language

You can change the language in which the menus, error mes-sages, etc. are displayed.

z Select [Language] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The language setting screen will be displayed.

c Use the four-way controller ( ) to select the lan-guage.

v Press the OK button.The menus will be displayed in the selected language.

b Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take or play back images.


Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK


Menu button

OK button

Four-way controller

MENU

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Changing the Video Output Format

You can select the output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking or play-ing back images on a TV monitor.

z Select [Video Out] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the videooutput format.

c Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take or play back images.

Setting the Beep

The beep sound can be turned on and off.

z Select [Beep] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to select (On) or(Off).



Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK


MENU OK

Language/Video OutSleep Timeout

NTSCEnglish

1mBrightness LevelReset

Rec.Mode Applied Function Set-upTwice (in Capture mode)

Once (in Playback mode)

Six times

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Setting the World Time

The city and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.15) serve as theWorld Time setting.You can display the time in a city other than the Home Time city(World Time) when shooting or playing back.

z Select [World Time] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Press the four-way controller ( ).The World Time screen will be dis-played.

c Switch (On) and (Off) withthe four-way controller ( ).

: The time in thecountry selected in World Timewill be displayed.

: The time in the country select-ed in Home Time will be dis-played.

v Press the four-way controller ( ).The frame will move to [World Time].

b Use the four-way controller ( ) to select the WorldTime city and press the four-way controller ( ).The frame will move to [DST].

World Time

NYC

NYC

04/23/2002

11:19

04/23/2002

11:19

MENU OK

Menu button

OK button

Four-way controller



AWB

MENU OK

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n Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the [DST]setting.

DST ONDST OFF

m Press the four-way controller ( ).The frame will move to [City].Use the four-way controller ( ) to change the Home Timecity and DST setting.

, Press the OK button.The camera is ready to capture or play back images with thetime in the selected city.

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Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK


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Powersaving Function (Sleep Timeout)

You can set the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when nooperation is performed for a fixed time.

z Select [Sleep Timeout] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to select [30sec],[1min], [2min] or [Off].


• This function will not work in Playback mode.• This function is not available when playing back with the

slideshow and using the USB cable.

Auto Power Off Function

The camera turns off automatically when no operation is per-formed for a set time.

• The camera turns off 3 minutes after the last operation.• If you do not perform any operation for one minute after the

menu is displayed, the menu will be closed.

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MENU OK

1600×1200

Menu button

OK button

Four-way controller

MENU

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Setting the Brightness Level

You can set the brightness of the LCD monitor.

z Select [Brightness Level] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Use the four-way controller ( ) to select the bright-ness level.Press ( ) to make the LCD monitor darker and press ( ) tomake it brighter.


Resetting to Default Settings (Reset)

You can reset all the settings other than the date and time, lan-guage, video output format and date style.

z Select [Reset] on the [Set-up] menu.

x Press the four-way controller button ( ).The Reset screen will be displayed.

c Use the four-way controller ( ) to select [Reset].

v Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take or play back images.

Twice (in Capture mode)



Formatmm/dd/yy

MENU OK


MENU OK

Language/Video OutSleep Timeout

NTSCEnglish

1mBrightness LevelReset


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Appendix

List of City Names

Refer to the following list of city and code names for setting the world time.

Code City Names Code City Names

PPG Pagopago THR Tehran

HNL Honolulu DXB Dubai

ANC Anchorage KHI Karachi

YVR Vancouver KBL Kabul

SFO San Francisco MLE Male

LAX Los Angeles DEL Delhi

YYC Calgary CMB Colombo

DEN Denver KTM Kathmandu

MEX Mexico City DAC Dacca

CHI Chicago RGN Rangoon

MIA Miami BKK Bangkok

YTO Toronto KUL Kuala Lumpur

NYC New York VTE Vientiane

SCL San Diego SIN Singapore

CCS Caracas PNH Phnom Penh

YHZ Halifax SGN Ho Chi Minh

BUE Buenos Aires JKT Jakarta

SAO Sao Paulo HKG Hong Kong

RIO Rio de Janeiro PER Perth

MAD Madrid BJS Beijing

LON London SHA Shanghai

PAR Paris MNL Manila

MIL Milan TPE Taipei

ROM Rome SEL Seoul

BER Berlin ADL Adelaide

JNB Johannesburg TYO Tokyo

IST Istanbul GUM Guam

CAI Cairo SYD Sydney

JRS Jerusalem NOU Noumea

MOW Moscow WLG Wellington

JED Jeddah AKL Auckland

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Messages

Messages such as the following may be displayed on the LCD monitorduring camera operation.

Memory card full

No images in camera

Camera can not display thisimage

This image is protected

No card in camera

Battery depleted

Battery depleted. The imageis not stored.

Memory card error

The CF card memory is full and no moreimages can be saved. Insert a new CF cardor delete unwanted images. (p.13, p.75)Change the quality/size and try again. (p.56,p.57)

There are no images on the CF card.

You are trying to play back an image in aformat not supported by this camera. Youmay be able to display it on another brandof camera or PC.

The image you are trying to delete is a pro-tected image. (p.77)

There is no CF card in the camera. (p.13)

The battery is exhausted. Charge the lithi-um battery or replace with a new battery.(p.10, p.11)

As the power ran out, the image you justcaptured has not been saved. Charge thelithium battery or replace with a new batteryand take the picture again. (p.10, p.11)

Shooting and playback are impossible dueto a problem with the CF card. Try display-ing on a PC.

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This card is not formatted

Image recording...

Movie recording...

Changing setting

Formatting...

Deleting image...

Image folder can not be cre-ated.

3D image cannot be select-ed with TIFF.

The card you have inserted is unformattedor has been formatted on a PC or otherdevice. (p.102)

The image is being recorded on the CFcard.

The movie picture is being recorded on theCF card.

The protect setting or DPOF setting isbeing changed.

The CF card is being formatted.

The image is being deleted.

The largest file number is assigned to animage and no more images can be saved.Insert a new CF card or format the CFcard.

The Quality level is set to TIFF. The 3Dimage picture cannot be taken. Set toanother Quality level.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Power will notcome on

No image onthe LCD monitor

Shutter releasebutton will notrelease

Cause

Battery is not installed

CF card cover is open

Battery is installedincorrectly

Battery power is low

LCD monitor is set toOFF

Camera is connected toTV

Image is displayed butis hard to see

Camera is set to Playmode

Flash is charging

No available space onCF card

Recording

Remedy

Check battery is installed. Ifnot, install battery.

Close CF card cover.

Check orientation of battery.Reinsert battery as indicated by(+)(-) inside the battery chamber.

Insert a new battery or usethe AC adapter.

Press Display button to turnLCD monitor on. (p.34, 72)

LCD monitor remains offwhile camera is connected toTV.

Image on LCD monitor maybe hard to see when takingpictures outside in sunlight.Adjust the brightness of theLCD monitor. (p.109)

Set mode dial to or.

When flash lamp blinks red,flash is charging and no pic-tures can be taken. Lamplights red when charging iscompleted.

Insert CF card with availablespace or delete unwantedimages. (p.13, 75)

Wait until recording is fin-ished.

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Problem

Subject is not infocus

Cause

Subject difficult to focuson

Subject is not in focus-ing area

Subject is too close

Focus mode is set on

Remedy

Subjects difficult to focus onusing autofocus: objects withlittle contrast (blue sky, whitewalls, etc.), dark objects, fine-ly patterned objects, fast-moving objects, scenerythrough window or net, etc.Lock focus on another objectlocated at same distance(press shutter release buttonhalfway), then aim at targetand press shutter releasebutton fully.

Position subject in squareframe (focusing area) in mid-dle of LCD monitor. If thesubject is outside the focus-ing area, aim the camera atthe subject and lock focus(press shutter release buttonhalfway), then compose pic-ture and press the shutterrelease button fully.

Set focus mode on . (p.52)

Normal pictures will be out offocus if taken with focusmode set on .

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Problem

Picture is dark

Flash does notfire

Cause

Subject is too far away

Background is dark

Flash mode is set toOff

The Capture mode isset to , continuousshooting, or Infinity-landscape mode.

Remedy

Picture becomes dark if sub-ject is too far away. Take pic-ture within range of flash.

When taking a picture of aperson against dark back-ground, such as night scene,the person may appear dark ifthe flash does not reachbackground even with correctexposure. Set to mode toensure both person and back-ground are clear. (p.36)

Set to Auto or . (p.55)

Flash will not fire in thesemodes.

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Main Specifications

Type Fully automatic compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens

Effective Pixels 2.0 megapixels

Sensor 2.11 megapixels (total pixels) 1/2.7 inch interline transfer CCD witha primary color filter

Recorded Pixels Still 1600 × 1210 pixels (TIFF only), 1600 × 1200, 1024 × 768 pixels, 640 × 480 pixels

Movie 320 × 240 pixels

Sensitivity Auto, manual (equivalent to ISO 100, 200)

File Format Still JPEG (Exif2.2), TIFF, DCF, DPOF Movie AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG), 15fps

Quality Level Excellent, Superior, Very Good, Good

Storage Medium CompactFlash (CF) card Type I

Image Storage Capacity

Quality levels TIFF Best Better Good Movie imagesRecorded pixels ( ) ( ) ( )

1600 × 1210 2 — — — —




320 × 240 — — — — 2

• Exposure capacity when using a 16MB CF card

White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, Manual

Color Modes Color, B&W, Sepia

Lens Focal Length 5.8 mm–17.4 mm (Equivalent to 38 mm–114 mmin 35 mm format)

Aperture F2.6–F5.0Lens Composition 6 elements in 5 groups (one aspherical element)Zoom type Electrically drivenPicture Range 38.4 mm × 28.5 mm (screen is filled) (using macro

mode or manual focus at max. WIDE position)Lens Barrier Electrically driven

Digital Zoom Capture mode Max. 2.5x (Combines with 3x optical zoom to givezoom magnification equivalent to 7.5x)

Viewfinder Type Real-image zoom viewfinderMagnification Wide 0.41x, Tele 1.13x

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LCD Monitor 1.6 inch TFD color LCD monitor (with backlight/brightness adjust-ment) With 180° swing out function

Playback Function Single-frame, 9-frame index, enlargement (max. 4x), scroll,slideshow, movie playback

Focusing System Type TTL contrast detection autofocus systemFocusing Range Normal 0.4 (1.31 ft) to infinity (zoom fully

extended)(From lens front) Macro 0.1 m (0.33 ft)–0.5 m (1.64 ft) (full zoom

range) Landscape Infinity (zoom fully extended)

Focus Lock By half-pressing shutter release button

Manual Focus 0.1m to infinity

Exposure Mechanism AE Metering TTL metering by sensor (Multi-seg-ment, Center-weighted, Spot)

Exposure Modes Auto, Full, Night Scene, MovieExposure Compensation ± 2 EV(Set in 1/3 EV steps)Movie Recording time approx. 1 sec–30 sec.

Shutter Type Electronic/mechanical shutter Speed Approx. 1/1500 sec.–4 sec.

Flash Type Auto flash with red-eye reduction functionFlash Modes Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto + Red-eye

Reduction, Flash On + Red-eye ReductionWorking Range Wide Approx. 0.7 m–5.0 m (ISO 200)

Tele Approx. 0.5 m–2.7 m (ISO 200)

Drive Modes Single-frame, Continuous, Self-timer

Self-timer Electronic control type, delay time: approx. 10 sec.

Time Function World Time setting for 62 cities (28 time zones)

Power Supply One CR-V3 lithium battery pack, two R6/AA batteries (alkaline,NiMH, lithium), AC adapter (optional)

In/Out Port USB/Video terminal (PC communication type USB1.1), externalpower supply terminal

Video Output Format NTSC, PAL

Size 103.5(W) × 63.5(H) × 42(D) mm (excluding operating members)

Weight 180 g (excluding batteries and CF card)

Weight when shooting 230 g (including battery and CF card)

Accessories CR-V3 lithium battery pack, 3D image viewer, USB cable, soft-ware (CD-ROM), video cable, strap, operating manual

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WARRANTY POLICY

All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographicdistribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workman-ship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be ren-dered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within thatperiod, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand orliquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, opera-tion contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorizedrepair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not beliable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consentand shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from otherindirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defectivematerial or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the lia-bility of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or war-ranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement ofparts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized Pentax service facilities.

Procedure During 12-month Warranty PeriodAny Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty periodshould be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment orto the manufacturer. If there is no representatives of the manufacturer in yourcountry, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. Inthis case, it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment canbe returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. Ifthe equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and partsreplaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you upon com-pletion of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty, regularcharges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shippingcharges are to be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outsideof the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period,regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’srepresentatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your Pentax returned tothe manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedureand warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customsclearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchasewhen required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of yourequipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing,please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorizedrepresentatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending itdirectly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge,and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service sta-tion to proceed with the servicing.

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

countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommendthat you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the timeof purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for moreinformation and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.

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For customers in the USASTATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCEThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for com-pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This equipment has been tested and found comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radi-ate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.

* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For customers in CanadaThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements ofthe Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

Pour les utilisateurs au CanadaCet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences duRèglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community.

Declaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for

Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals

We: Pentax Corporation

Located at: 35 Inverness Drive EastEnglewood, Colorado 80112 USAPhone: 303-799-8000 Fax: 303-790-1131

Declare under sole responsibility that the product iden-tified herein, complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 ofthe FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each prod-uct marketed, is identical to the representative unittested and found to be compliant with the standards.Records maintained continue to reflect the equipmentbeing produced can be expected to be within the vari-ation accepted, due to quantity production and testingon the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired oper-ation. The above named party is responsible for ensur-ing that the equipment complies with the standards of47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Model Number: Optio230

Contact person: Customer Service Manager

Date and Place: April, 2002, Colorado

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