Pentax Optio M30 User Manual

Digital CameraOperating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.• Printed on r

8Printing Using PictBridge ...136Connecting the Camera to the Printer ...

984Taking Pictures3 Press the 4 button.d mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.The following information appears on the LCD monito

994Taking PicturesdYou can choose from two recorded pixels settings for movies: [m 640×480] and [D 320×240].The more pixels there are, the bigger the

1004Taking Pictures6 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pixels.Recording time for the selected recorded pixels is displ

1014Taking PicturesdYou can set the quality level of movies. The higher the quality level, the clearer the details and the bigger the file size.Qualit

1024Taking PicturesdYou can choose from two frame rates (number of frames per second) for movies: [30fps] and [15fps]. The more frames per second, the

1034Taking PicturesdIn d (Movie mode), you can set the color mode to Black and White or Sepia, as well as Full Color, when recording a movie.1 Press t

1044Taking PicturesdIn d (Movie mode), you can use the Movie SR (movie anti-shake) function to correct camera shake.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The

1055Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back ImagesIn this manual, the capture mode, such as for taking still pict

1065Playing Back and Deleting ImagesRefer to “Playing Back Images” (p.40) for instructions.Playing Back Still Pictures

1075Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can display nine captured images on the LCD monitor at a time.1 In Q mode, press f on the Zoom/f/y button.A pa

9The meanings of the symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.1indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related

1085Playing Back and Deleting ImagesIn nine-image display, press f on the Zoom/f/y button to switch to folder display or calendar display. Press the G

1095Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can magnify an image up to eight times. A guide showing the center of the magnified portion of the image appea

1105Playing Back and Deleting ImagesWhen the Quick Zoom function is enabled, you can display an image at maximum magnification (×8) simply by pressing

1115Playing Back and Deleting ImagesShooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Q mode. Pressing the 4/W button changes the display mo

1125Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can play back recorded images one after another.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to cho

1135Playing Back and Deleting Images3 Press the 4 button.The screen for setting the slideshow conditions appears.4 Use the four-way controller (23) to

1145Playing Back and Deleting ImagesPlaying Back MoviesYou can play back the movies you have taken. Sound is played back at the same time.1 Enter the

1155Playing Back and Deleting ImagesConnecting the Camera to AV EquipmentBy using the AV cable, you can take pictures and play back captured images on

1165Playing Back and Deleting ImagesDeleting ImagesDelete images and sounds with mistakes or that are unnecessary.You can delete a single image and so

1175Playing Back and Deleting ImagesIf sound has been recorded with an image (p.144), you can delete the sound without deleting the image.1 Enter the

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1185Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete several images/sound files selected from the nine-image display at once.1 In Q mode, press f on the

1195Playing Back and Deleting Images4 Press the i button.A confirmation dialog appears.5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select & Dele

1205Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can delete all the images and sound files at once.1 Press the i button in Q mode.A confirmation dialog appears

1215Playing Back and Deleting ImagesYou can protect stored images and sound files from being accidentally deleted.1 Press the four-way controller (3)

1225Playing Back and Deleting Images1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.The Playback Mode Palette appears.2 Use the four-way controller (234

1236Editing and Printing ImagesEditing and Printing ImagesEditing ImagesBy changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file si

1246Editing and Printing Images5 Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level].Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the size and quality.Use the

1256Editing and Printing ImagesYou can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the cropped image as a separate image.1 Enter the Q mode and use

1266Editing and Printing ImagesYou can copy images and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This function can on

1276Editing and Printing ImagesSelected images and sound files from the SD Memory Card are copied to the built-in memory one at a time.4 Use the four-

11This operating manual contains the following chapters.Composition of the Operating Manual1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

1286Editing and Printing ImagesThis function lets you edit selected images with digital filters to change the color, etc.You can choose from 10 digita

1296Editing and Printing ImagesThis function lets you adjust the brightness of the selected image.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (

1306Editing and Printing ImagesThis function lets you add a decorative frame to still pictures. There are three frames already stored in the camera.1E

1316Editing and Printing Images7 Press the 4 button.The frame position and size adjustment screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to adjus

1326Editing and Printing ImagesYou can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes.1 Enter the Q mode and use the fo

1336Editing and Printing ImagesSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is the format for storing print order data on stil

1346Editing and Printing Images5 Press the 4 button.The message [DPOF setting for this image] appears. To make DPOF settings for another image, use th

1356Editing and Printing ImagesWhen you choose the number of copies and whether or not to insert the date, the settings are applied to all the images

1366Editing and Printing ImagesPrinting Using PictBridgeBy connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB7) pr

1376Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image].2 Press the 4 button

12Camera FeaturesIn addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio M30 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describ

1386Editing and Printing Images9 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the paper size.You can only choose a size that is supported by your prin

1396Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [All Images].2 Press the 4 button.T

1406Editing and Printing Images1 In the printing mode selection screen, use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT].2 Press the 4 butt

1417Recording and Playing Back SoundRecording and Playing Back SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)You can record sound with the camera. The mi

1427Recording and Playing Back Sound5 Press the shutter release button fully.Recording stops.• If you press and hold down the shutter release button f

1437Recording and Playing Back SoundPlaying Back SoundYou can play back the sound files you made in O mode.1 Press the Q button.2Use the four-way cont

1447Recording and Playing Back SoundAdding a Voice Memo to ImagesYou can add a voice memo to your still pictures.1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-w

1457Recording and Playing Back Sound1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you w

1468SettingsSettingsCamera SettingsFormatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card.All the data in the built-in memory will be deleted if no

1478SettingsYou can adjust the volume of operation sounds and change the type of sound.1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] on the [u

13With the Optio M30, you can add a fun frame when taking a picture of a child or your pet, for example. (p.66) You can also add frames to pictures yo

1488Settings7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [1], [2], [3] or [Off] and press 4 button.The selected sound type is saved.8 Set [Shutter Sou

1498SettingsYou can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera.1 Use the four-way c

1508Settings7 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame returns to [Date Style].8 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Date].9 Pres

1518SettingsThe date and time selected in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.36) and “Changing the Date and Time” (p.149) serve as the W (Hometown) date a

1528Settings8 Press the 4 button.The World Time setting is saved.9 Press the 3 button twice.The camera returns to capture status with the current sett

1538SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, P

1548SettingsYou can change the image folder name from the standard name to the date that pictures were taken. When the name is changed to the date, pi

1558SettingsChoose the appropriate USB connection mode depending on whether you are going to connect the USB cable to a PC or a PictBridge-compatible

1568SettingsWhen you connect the camera to AV equipment, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking and playing back images.1

1578SettingsYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Brightness Level] on the [u Setting] menu.2

14Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.(The battery charger and AC plug cord are not sold separately and only

1588SettingsYou can save battery power by setting the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time. After the

1598SettingsYou can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time.1 Use the four-way controller (23) to sel

1608SettingsYou can set to display or hide guides when the mode is selected in Capture Mode Palette (p.51) and Playback Mode Palette (p.57).1 Use the

1618SettingsYou can reset the camera settings to their defaults. Refer to “Default Settings” (p.165) for the reset settings.1 Use the four-way control

1628SettingsYou can choose an image to be displayed as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on.1 Press the Q button.The camera enters Q mode.

1639AppendixAppendixList of World Time CitiesThe following are cities that can be set for [Hometown] and [Destination] in World Time.Region City Video

1649AppendixRegion City Video outputOceania Perth PALAdelaide PALSydney PALNoumea PALWellington PALAuckland PALPago Pago NTSC• The video output mode s

1659AppendixDefault SettingsThe table below lists the factory default settings.The meaning of the indications for menu items with a default setting is

1669Appendix [u Setting] Menu ItemsMemoryMF Position Off — Yes p.79White Balance Off — Yes p.86Sensitivity Off — Yes p.89EV Compensation Off — Yes p.

1679Appendix Playback Mode Palette Items Key OperationAuto Power Off 3 min Yes Yes p.159Quick Zoom Off Yes Yes p.110Green Button Green Mode Yes Yes

15FrontBackNames of PartsShutter release buttonFlashSelf-timer lamp (red)LensMicrophoneStrap lugPower switchLCD monitorDC terminal coverBattery/card c

1689AppendixFunctions Available for Each Shooting ModeYes: Can be set and function is available.- : Fixed setting. Cannot be changed.# : Can be set bu

1699AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as t

1709AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation.Battery depletedThe battery is exhausted. Cha

1719AppendixMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function.Data being processedThis message appears w

1729AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyCamera will not turn onBattery is not installedCheck if the battery is installed. If not, install the b

1739AppendixStatic electricity may occasionally prevent the camera from operating correctly. If this should occur, try removing and then reloading the

1749AppendixMain SpecificationsApproximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time Still PictureThe image storage capacity is for reference only. Th

1759AppendixMovie/SoundThe recording time is for reference only. The actual recording time may vary depending on the SD memory card and the subject.30

1769AppendixFocus Modes Autofocus, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity, Pan Focus, Manual FocusType TTL contrast detection system by sensor9-point autofocus

1779AppendixDrive Modes Single-frame, Self-timer (approx. 10 sec., approx. 2 sec.), ContinuousSelf-timer Electronic control type, control time: Approx

16Normal Display in Still Picture Capture ModeThe display shows information such as the shooting conditions.Names of Operating PartsRefer to “Understa

1789AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

1799Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

1809AppendixFor customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

1819AppendixDeclaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX Imaging CompanyA Di

1829AppendixInformation on disposal for users1. In the European UnionIf your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electro

1839AppendixIndexSymbols[A Rec. Mode] menu ...49A mode ...9, 105Q button ...42, 44Q mode ...

1849AppendixDigital SR ...53, 62Digital Zoom ...74DPOF printing ...140DPOF settings ...

1859AppendixRRecorded Pixels ...28, 29, 82, 99Recording movies ...97Recording sounds ...141Red-eye

Digital CameraOperating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.• Printed on r

17* 5 only appears when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.Full Display in Still Picture Capture Mode(All of the indications are displayed

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera.Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features a

18Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode(All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)The display shows information such a

191Getting StartedGetting StartedAttaching the StrapAttach the strap (O-ST51) supplied with the camera.1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the

201Getting StartedPowering the CameraUse the battery charger to charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time or after a long pe

211Getting StartedUse the battery that is provided with the camera. Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time.1 Open the bat

221Getting Started• Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time(at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and exclusiv

231Getting Started• Battery Level IndicatorYou can check the battery level by the w indicator on the LCD monitor.Screen Display Battery Statusw(green)

241Getting StartedUse of the AC adapter kit K-AC64 (optional) with a household power supply is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long

251Getting StartedInstalling the SD Memory CardThis camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if

261Getting Started1 Open the battery/card cover.Slide the battery/card cover in the direction of 1. When let go, the cover opens automatically in the

271Getting StartedPrecautions When Using an SD Memory Card•The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prot

1We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with th

281Getting StartedChoose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of still pictures according to how you intend to use th

291Getting Started Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Image Storage Capacity(Approximate numbers of pictures)• The above figures may vary depending o

301Getting Started Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to UseThe default setting is m (640×480). Appropriate Quality Level According to

311Getting StartedTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The camera turns on and the LCD monitor turns on.When you turn the camera on, t

321Getting StartedYou can start Optio M30 in playback mode with the lens closed.Use this mode when you want to play back an image or sound file straig

331Getting StartedInitial SettingsSet the language, time, and date after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures.The Language/ screen

341Getting Started2 Press the 4 button.The Initial Setting screen appears in the selected language. If the desired settings for [Hometown] and dayligh

351Getting Started3 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Hometown].4 Press the four-way controller (5).The Hometown screen appears.5

361Getting StartedSet the current date and time and the display style.1 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].2 Use the four

371Getting Started9 Press the 4 button.The camera returns to capture status.Language, Date, Time, Hometown, and DST can be changed. Refer to the pages

2 Caution• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in a fire, as it may explode.• Do not place your finger

382Quick StartQuick StartTaking Still PicturesThe standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depen

392Quick StartThe shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.Press halfwayThe focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release

402Quick StartQuick StartPlaying Back Still Pictures1Press the Q button after taking a picture.The image appears on the LCD monitor. In this manual, t

412Quick Start1 Press the Q button after taking a picture.The image appears on the LCD monitor.2 Press the four-way controller (3).The Playback Mode P

423Common OperationsCommon OperationsUnderstanding the Button Functions1 Power switchTurns the camera off. (p.31)2 Shutter release buttonFocuses the c

433Common Operations5 Four-way controller(2) : Changes the drive mode. (p.71, p.72)(3) : Displays the Capture Mode Palette. (p.51)(4) : Changes the fl

443Common Operations1 Power switchTurns the camera off. (p.31)2 Shutter release buttonSwitches to A mode when pressed halfway. (p.105)3 Zoom/f/y butto

453Common Operations5 Four-way controller(2) : Plays back and pauses a movie or sound file. (p.114, p.143)(3) : Displays the Playback Mode Palette. (p

463Common OperationsSetting the Camera FunctionsTo change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the [ARec. Mode] menu or [u Setting] menu

473Common OperationsEx.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Press the

3• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product o

483Common Operations6 Press the shutter release button halfway.The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.When the shutter release

493Common OperationsThis displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in

503Common Operations[u Setting] MenuItem Description PageFormat For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory p.146SoundFor adjusting the playb

513Common OperationsThe Optio M30 has a variety of shooting modes that let you take pictures or record movies and sound in different situations simply

523Common OperationsThere are 15 available shooting modes.1 b Auto PictureSelects the best capture mode. (p.60)2 R ProgramThe basic picture-taking mod

533Common Operations7 < FlowerUse this mode for taking bright, colorful pictures of flowers with soft outlines.8 I PortraitUse this mode for taking

543Common Operationsc E PetIdeal for taking pictures of pets. The camera keeps the moving pet in focus until the shutter release button is pressed. Yo

553Common OperationsAssign menu items to the Green Button and recall these quickly by simply pressing the Green Button. This is useful for going strai

563Common Operations1 Press the Green button in A mode.The function assigned to [Green Button] on the [u Setting] menu is called up.2 Use the four-way

573Common OperationsPress the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode to display the Playback Mode Palette. You can display the playback function you

4•Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.• St

583Common OperationsPlayback Mode PaletteItem Description PageuSlideshowFor playing back recorded images one after anotherp.112nResizeFor changing the

593Common OperationsWhen Guide Display (p.160) is set to O (On), a guide of the mode selected in the Capture Mode Palette or Playback Mode Palette app

604Taking PicturesTaking PicturesTaking PicturesbIn b (Auto Picture mode), when you press the shutter release button, the camera selects the most appr

614Taking PicturesRIn R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can selec

624Taking PicturescIn c (Digital SR mode), the camera automatically raises the sensitivity to reduce camera shake and blurring when taking pictures. T

634Taking PicturessIn the Green Mode, you can enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings*, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec. Mode] menu

644Taking Pictures* The Green Mode settings are as shown below.*1 Can be set to a (Flash Off)*2 Can be set to g (10 sec. Self-timer) or Z (2 sec. Se

654Taking PicturesAIn A (Night Scene mode), you can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes.1 Press the fo

664Taking PicturesYIn Y (Frame Composite mode), you can take pictures using the frames stored in the camera.1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A m

674Taking Pictures7 Press the shutter release button halfway.The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in focus.8 Press the shu

5Using Your Camera Safely ...1Care to be Taken During Handling ...

684Taking PicturesIIn I (Portrait mode), Face Recognition AF and Face Recognition AE are activated. Simply point the camera toward your subject’s face

694Taking Pictures• If the camera cannot recognize the location of the subject’s face, the camera focuses using the normal Focusing Area (Multiple).•

704Taking PicturesE F F (H G G)In E (Pet mode), your moving pet is kept in focus while you take the picture, allowing you to capture the color of your

714Taking Picturess b R A d q < I i \ c Q E D YIn Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button

724Taking PicturesR q < i \ c Q E DIn this mode, pictures are taken continuously for as long as the shutter release button is pressed.1 Press the f

734Taking Picturess b R A d q < I i \ c Q E D YYou can use the zoom to change the captured area.1 Press the Zoom/w/x button in A mode.x Tele : enla

744Taking PicturesThe digital zoom is set to O (On) in the default settings. To take pictures using only the optical zoom, set the digital zoom to P (

754Taking PicturesR A d q < I i \ c Q E D YYou can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that are intenti

764Taking PicturesDisplaying Shooting InformationThe LCD monitor display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: Normal

774Taking PicturesA histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at

6Setting the Camera Functions ...46Setting with the Menus ...

784Taking PicturesSetting the Shooting Functionss b R A d q < I i \ c Q E D YFocus Mode1 Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode.The focus mode

794Taking PicturesThe procedure for setting the focus manually (\) is described below.1 Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode.2Use the four-way

804Taking Picturess b R A q < I i \ c Q E D YFlash ModesSelecting the Flash Mode,AutoThe flash discharges automatically depending on the light cond

814Taking Pictures1 Press the four-way controller (4) in A mode.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the settin

824Taking Picturesb R A q < I i \ c Q E DYou can choose from seven recorded pixels settings for still pictures.The larger your recorded pixels, the

834Taking Pictures3 Press the four-way controller (5).A pull-down menu appears.4 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the number of recorded pix

844Taking Picturesb R A q < I i \ c Q E DYou can select the quality (compression rate) of still pictures.The more stars, the lower the compression

854Taking Pictures• When shooting mode is set to Y, Quality level is fixed at D.• When shooting mode is set to d, the quality level set in [Movie] on

864Taking PicturesR A d c YYou can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of sho

874Taking PicturesHave a blank sheet of white paper or similar material for White balance adjustment ready beforehand.1 In the White balance screen, u

7Recording Movies ...97Recording a Movie...

884Taking PicturesR A d q < i \ c Q E D YYou can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).Focusing Area1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec.

894Taking Picturesb R A q < I i \ Q E D YYou can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.Sensitivity1 Press the 3 button

904Taking Pictures• When shooting mode is set to c, the sensitivity is automatically adjusted to between ISO 64 and 3200. • If you use the [Sensitivit

914Taking Picturesb R A q < I i \ c Q E D YYou can choose the Instant Review time (the length of time the image is displayed immediately after capt

924Taking PicturesR A d c Y You can give the image sharp or soft outlines.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four

934Taking PicturesR A d c YYou can set the color saturation.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controlle

944Taking PicturesR A d c YYou can set the image contrast level.1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way contr

954Taking PicturesSaving the Settings (Memory)The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings even when the camera is turned off.For som

964Taking Pictures1 Press the 3 button in A mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory].3 Press the fo

974Taking PicturesRecording MoviesdThis mode enables you to record movies. Sound is recorded at the same time.1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A