Pentax Optio S45 User Manual

Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.AP011701/ENG Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2005FOM 01.06.2005 Printed in

8Playback/Deleting/Editing 90Playing Back Images ...90Playing Back Still Pictur

986Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can delete all the images and sounds at once.1 Press the i Delete button twice in Playback mode.The Delete All screen

996Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can protect images and sounds from being accidentally deleted.1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode.The [Q Playback

1006Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can protect all the images and sounds.1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode.The [Q Playback] menu appears.2 Use th

1016Playback/Deleting/EditingViewing Images on a TVBy using the AV cable, you can capture and play back images on a TV or other equipment with a video

1026Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can use the remote control unit to view the next image or the previousimage while watching the images on a TV.1 Press

1036Playback/Deleting/EditingSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)You can print the images on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory using a DPOF (Di

1046Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies, then press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves

1056Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Press the MENU button in Playback mode.The [Q Playback] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF

1066Playback/Deleting/EditingDirect Printing Using PictBridgeBy connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB

1076Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print One].2 Press the OK button.The Print One screen appears.3 Use the fou

9Appendix 130List of City Codes ...130Optional Accessories ...

1086Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print All].2 Press the OK button.The Print All screen appears.3 Use the fou

1096Playback/Deleting/EditingDisconnect the camera from the printer when you have finished printing.1 Turn the camera off.2 Disconnect the USB cable f

1106Playback/Deleting/EditingEditing ImagesBy changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. You

1116Playback/Deleting/Editing6 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the recorded pixels.7 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [

1126Playback/Deleting/EditingThe digital filters consist of eight color filters (black-and-white, sepia, red, green, blue, black-and-white + red, blac

1136Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a digital filter. The filter effect is created and the image appears on the

1146Playback/Deleting/EditingCopying FilesYou can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This funct

1156Playback/Deleting/Editing4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [ 5 ] and press the OK button.All the files are copied to the SD Memory Card

1167SettingsSettingsCamera SettingsFormatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card if you are using a card, and all the data in the built-in

1177SettingsYou can adjust the playback volume and the volume of operation sounds, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound and key operation sound.

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1187SettingsYou can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date and time appears on the camera.1 Select [D

1197Settings6 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to month.7 Press the four-way controller (23) to change the month.Set the day and year

1207SettingsThe date and time selected in “Initial Setting” (p.27) serve as the Home Time setting.You can display the time in a city other than the Ho

1217Settings6 Use the four-way controller (45) to turn [DST] O (On) or P (Off) and press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to W (Home Time)

1227Settings1 Select [Screen Setting] on the [B Set-up] menu.2 Press the four-way controller (5).The Screen Setting screen appears.You can display an

1237Settings8 Press the OK button four times.The camera is ready to take or play back images.You can choose the background design and color of the LCD

1247SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, I

1257SettingsYou can choose the output format (NTSC or PAL) for taking or playing back images on a TV or other video device.1 Select [Video Out] on the

1267SettingsYou can change the USB connection mode depending on whether the USB cable is to be connected to a printer (PictBridge) or a computer.1 Sel

1277SettingsYou can set the camera to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time.1 Select [Auto Power Off] on the [B Set-u

11This operating manual contains the following chapters.1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––This chapter explains what you nee

1287SettingsYou can choose the functions you use most frequently from those listed in the [A Rec. Mode] menu and register them on the four-way control

1297Settings1 Align the mode dial with one of the following; d , R , + , . , H , =.2 Press the 0 button in Capture mode.The functions registered on th

1308AppendixAppendixList of City CodesRefer to the following list of city codes when setting the World Time.TYOTokyoJNBJohannesburgGUMGuamISTIstanbulS

1318AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.AC adapter D-AC5USB cable I-USB7 (∗)AV cable I-AVC7 (∗

1328AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation.Messages during shootingMessages during playb

1338AppendixMessages for bothMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function.Memory card error Shootin

1348AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyCamera will not turn onBatteries are not installedCheck batteries are installed .If not, install batter

1358AppendixSubject is not in focusSubject is difficult to focus onSubjects are difficult to focus on using autofocus: objects with little contrast (b

1368AppendixMain SpecificationsApproximate Image Storage Capacity (when using the built-in memory (11MB))Approximate Image Storage Capacity (when usin

1378AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, ManualLens Focal Length 5.8 mm - 17.4 mm (equivalent to 35.6 mm -

12Checking the Contents of the PackageCameraOptio S45StrapO-ST20 (∗)Software (CD-ROM)S-SW32AV cableI-AVC7 (∗)USB cableI-USB7 (∗)Two AA alkaline batter

1388AppendixBattery Life Recording still images: Approximately 370 images or less (when using the CR-V3 lithium battery) *1Playback still images: Appr

1398AppendixMemo

1408AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

1418Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

1428AppendixFor customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: Pentax Imaging CompanyA Division of PE

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Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.AP011701/ENG Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2005FOM 01.06.2005 Printed in

13FrontBackNames of PartsShutter release buttonRemote control receiverSelf-timer lampPower switchFlashPC/AV terminalLensDC input terminalTerminal cove

14Guide IndicationsA guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation.The buttons are indicated as shown below.Names o

151Getting StartedGetting StartedAttaching the StrapPass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.

161Getting StartedPowering the CameraInsert the batteries in the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries o

17Getting Started1• Number of Recordable Images and Playback Time (at 23°C with new batteries)The following shows the number of shots and playback tim

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

18Getting Started1If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 is recommended.1 Mak

19Getting Started1AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is designed to switch automatically to the voltage (100-240V) and frequency (50Hz, 60Hz) of the electric

20Getting Started1Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the WorldABBFCSNorth America U.S.A., Canada 9Europe, Former Soviet UnionIcel

211Getting StartedInstalling the SD Memory CardThis camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is in

22Getting Started1Data BackupVery occasionally, malfunction of the camera may cause data stored in the built-in memory to become unreadable. As a back

23Getting Started1Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality best suited to your purpose.Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels pr

24Getting Started1 Appropriate Quality According to Use (Auto Select Mode)The default setting is Super. Approximate Number of Recordable Images by S

251Getting StartedTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The camera turns on.The lens cover opens and the lens extends when the camera i

26Getting Started1When the camera is turned on in the Playback Only mode, the lens does not extend. Use this mode when you want to immediately play ba

271Getting StartedInitial SettingAfter purchasing the camera, before using it for the first time set the language, date and time.You can choose the la

1Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbo

28Getting Started1If you have set the wrong language by mistake, use the following procedure to reset the language.1 Press the MENU button twice.2 Pre

29Getting Started15 Press the four-way controller (23) to change the month.Set the day and year in the same manner. (Pressing the four-way controller

302Quick StartQuick StartTaking Still PicturesThe standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depen

312Quick StartThe shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.Press halfwayThe focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release

322Quick StartQuick StartPlaying Back Still PicturesYou can display the still picture you have just taken.1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a

332Quick Start1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.The image appears on the LCD monitor.2 Press the four-way controller (3).You can de

343Common OperationsCommon OperationsUsing the Button FunctionsDISPLAY buttonChanges the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.45)Q Playback b

35Common Operations3DISPLAY buttonChanges the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.93)Selects all images for printing or protecting on the DP

36Common Operations3Shutter release buttonWhen pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording. (1p.84)Q Playback buttonSwitches to

373Common OperationsUsing the MenusWhen you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and c

2 Caution• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode.• Do not charge any batteries

38Common Operations3Example of Menu OperationAWBRecorded PixelsQuality LevelWhite BalanceFocusing AreaMultiAutoAE MeteringSensitivity2304Rec. ModeMENU

39Common Operations3The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears when you press the MENU button in Capture mode, and the [Q Playback] menu appears when you press th

40Common Operations3Pressing the zoom button (x) while a menu is displayed enlarges the menu. Press w to return to the original display.Example of Men

41Common Operations3[A Rec. Mode] MenuYes ...Adjustable# ... Any changes made are invalid in d, H and = modes.No ...Any changes made are invalid. You

42Common Operations3[Q Playback] Menu[B Set-up] Menu∗The “Fn setting” is not available in the - mode.Item Description PageProtectFor protecting images

43Common Operations3Memo

444Taking PicturesTaking PicturesTaking PicturesCapture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images.• To chan

45Taking Pictures4The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the DISPLAY button.Normal DisplayShooting information is displayed when the powe

46Taking Pictures4A histogram is a graph showing the brightness of an image on the horizontal axis and the number of pixels on the vertical axis (dist

47Taking Pictures4- (Auto Select) mode is the simplest way to take pictures without having to set any functions. The camera automatically chooses the

3 Caution• Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to exce

48Taking Pictures4You can display the Help screen while taking or viewing pictures in Auto Select mode. The Help screen describes the function of each

49Taking Pictures4In R (Program) mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select

50Taking Pictures4You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene.There are 9 available modes in Picture mode.1 Set the mode dial to d

51Taking Pictures43 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the Picture mode.4 Press the OK button.The Picture mode is selected.5 Press the shutt

52Taking Pictures4You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings.1 Set the mode dial to ..2 Press the shutte

53Taking Pictures4This mode lets you take landscape views using the optimal settings.1 Set the mode dial to H.2 Press the shutter release button halfw

54Taking Pictures4This mode lets you take movies. Sound can be recorded at the same time.1 Set the mode dial to C.The following information appears on

55Taking Pictures43 Press the shutter release button.Recording stops and the flash status lamp goes off.Recording starts when you keep the shutter rel

56Taking Pictures4- d R + C . H =You can use the zoom to change the shooting area.1 Press the Zoom/w/x button in Capture mode.x (Tele) : enlarges the

57Taking Pictures41 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Zoom].3

4• Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This

58Taking Pictures4- d R + C . H =1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode to display g or r on the LCD monitor.2 Press the shutter release

59Taking Pictures4- d R + . H =Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed.1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capt

60Taking Pictures4- d R + C . H =You can switch the Drive mode to Remote Control mode and take pictures using the remote control unit for Pentax camer

61Taking Pictures4Life of the Battery for the Remote Control UnitA signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately 30,000

62Taking Pictures4+You can take two images in succession and place them side by side to form a single picture. The first image is positioned in the le

63Taking Pictures4+You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The software (ACDSee for PENTAX) on the CD-ROM (

64Taking Pictures46 Take the first image.Press the shutter release button to take the first image. The right edge of the image appears in semi-transpa

654Taking PicturesSetting the Shooting Functions- d R + C . H =Focus mode1 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode.The focus mode changes ea

66Taking Pictures4When the mode is set to z (Manual Focus), the central portion of the picture is enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus

67Taking Pictures4- d R + . H =Flash Modes1 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed a

5• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in

68Taking Pictures4d R + . H =You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2304×1728], [2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480].The mor

69Taking Pictures4d R + . H =You can choose the image compression rate.The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The data vol

70Taking Pictures4-You can set the recorded pixels and quality together in Auto Select Mode. The combination of recorded pixels and quality for each s

71Taking Pictures4R + C .The color of the subject changes depending on the light source. For example, the white color in a subject is different when u

72Taking Pictures4Place a white material such as a piece of white paper in front of your camera to adjust white balance.1 Select [K] (manual) on the [

73Taking Pictures4d R + . H =You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).Focusing Area1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode]

74Taking Pictures4d R + C . H =You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure.AE Metering Modes1

75Taking Pictures4d R + . H =You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.Sensitivity1 Press the MENU button in Capture m

76Taking Pictures4CYou can choose 30 fps (frames per second) or 15 fps for the frame rate.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] me

77Taking Pictures4d R + . H =You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5 sec., 1 sec., 2 sec., 3 sec., 5 sec. and Off (no display).1 Press the MEN

6FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ...1Care to be Taken During Handling ...

78Taking Pictures4R + .You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mo

79Taking Pictures4R + .You can set the color saturation.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way cont

80Taking Pictures4R + .You can set the image contrast.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way contro

81Taking Pictures4d R + C . H =You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexpo

824Taking PicturesSaving the SettingsYou can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the camera is turned off. If you select O (On), t

83Taking Pictures41 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory].3 Press

845Recording and Playback of SoundRecording and Playback of SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)You can record sound. The recordable time appea

855Recording and Playback of SoundPlaying Back SoundYou can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode.1 Press the Q Playback button.2 U

865Recording and Playback of SoundAdding Sound (Voice Memo) to ImagesYou can add sound (voice memo) to a captured image.1 Enter the Playback mode and

875Recording and Playback of SoundYou can set the camera not to record voice memos while playing back still images to prevent any voice memo from bein

7Taking Pictures 44Taking Pictures ...44Changing the Mode ...

885Recording and Playback of Sound1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the image with the voice memo that you want

895Recording and Playback of SoundMemo

906Playback/Deleting/EditingPlayback/Deleting/EditingPlaying Back ImagesPress the Q Playback button.Refer to “Playing Back Images” (p.32) for instruct

916Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can display the image at maximum magnification simply by pressing the Zoom/f/y button once during zoom playback.1 Pres

926Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can play back movies. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Sound is recorded at the same t

936Playback/Deleting/EditingShooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback mode. Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display

946Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can display nine images at the same time.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose an i

956Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory continuously.1 Enter the Playback mode an

966Playback/Deleting/EditingDeletingYou can delete images and sound recordings one at a time.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller

976Playback/Deleting/EditingIf an image has a voice memo, you can delete the voice memo without deleting the image.1 Enter the Playback mode and use t