Pentax Optio S5n User Manual

• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.57486 Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 200501-200502 Printed in Philippine

8Zoom Display ... 103Playing Back Movies ...

984Taking PicturesReturning the Shooting Functions to the Default SettingsThis function lets you return all the shooting function settings to the defa

995Recording and PlaybackRecording and PlaybackRecording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)You can record sound. The recordable time appears on the LCD moni

1005Recording and PlaybackPlaying Back SoundYou can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode.1 Press the Q Playback button in the Voic

1015Recording and PlaybackAdding a Voice MemoYou can add a voice memo to a captured image.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (4

1025Recording and Playback1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that you want

1036Playback/Deleting/EditingPlayback/Deleting/EditingPlaying Back ImagesYou can play back images recorded on the SD Memory Card when a card is insert

1046Playback/Deleting/Editing3 Press the MENU button.Zoom playback ends.You can display the image at specified magnification simply by pressing x/y on

1056Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can play back movies. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Operations include playback, f

1066Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can display a paused movie magnified up to four times.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45)

1076Playback/Deleting/EditingShooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback mode. Pressing the OK button changes the display mod

9This operating manual contains the following chapters.1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––This chapter explains what you need

1086Playback/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

1096Playback/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 a

1106Playback/Deleting/EditingDeleting Images, Movies and SoundsYou can delete a single image, movie or sound.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the fou

1116Playback/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

1126Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can delete all the images, movies and sounds at once.1 Enter the Playback mode and press the QUICK button twice.The D

1136Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can protect images, movies and sounds from being accidentally deleted.1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way c

1146Playback/Deleting/Editing7Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect].8 Press the OK button.You can protect all the images, movies and so

1156Playback/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

1166Playback/Deleting/EditingWhen the AV cable is connected to the camera, the image can be displayed using the remote control unit E or F (optional).

1176Playback/Deleting/EditingSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Forma

10Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories.For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.153)

1186Playback/Deleting/Editing6 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number of copies.7 Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Date].8 Us

1196Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Enter the Playback mode and press the MODE button.The Mode Palette appears.2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to sele

1206Playback/Deleting/EditingDirect Printing Using PictBridgeBy connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB

1216Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print One].2 Press the OK button.The Print this image screen appears.3 Use

1226Playback/Deleting/Editing9 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the paper size.You can choose the print size from among 12 sizes: Setting

1236Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Print W/DPOF settings].2 Press the OK button.The Print W/DPOF Settings scre

1246Playback/Deleting/EditingEditing ImagesBy changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. You

1256Playback/Deleting/Editing4 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the size.5 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Quality Lev

1266Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can trim part of a picture and save it as a separate image.1 Press the MODE button in Playback mode after selecting a

1276Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Press the OK button.The trimmed image is saved as a separate image.• Movies cannot be trimmed.• The image size is chang

11FrontBackNames of PartsPower indicatorPower switchFlashSelf-timer lamp/Auxiliary AF lightRemote control receiverUSB/AV terminalLensStrap lugDC input

1286Playback/Deleting/EditingThis function enables you to edit still pictures with color filters.You can choose from eight filters: B&W, Sepia, Re

1296Playback/Deleting/EditingThis function enables you to adjust the brightness of still pictures with the brightness filter.1 Use the four-way contro

1306Playback/Deleting/Editing8 Press the OK button.The edited image is saved with the same number of recorded pixels and quality level as the original

1316Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can select a frame from a recorded movie to save as a still picture, divide a movie into two or cut-and-stitch movies

1326Playback/Deleting/Editing6 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the frame you want to save.7 Press the OK button.The selected frame is saved

1336Playback/Deleting/Editing4 Select [Cut and Stitch] on the Movie Edit screen.5 Press the OK button.The screen for choosing a start point to erase a

1346Playback/Deleting/EditingCopying FilesYou can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This funct

1356Playback/Deleting/Editing4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [  ] and press the OK button.All the files are copied to the SD Memory Card

1367SettingsSettingsCamera SettingsYou can display an image recorded with the camera as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on.1 Press the M

1377Settings• Once the start-up screen has been set, it will not be deleted even if the original image is deleted or the SD Memory Card or built-in me

12Guide IndicationsA guide to available button operations appears on the LCD monitor during operation.The buttons are indicated as shown below.Names o

1387SettingsFormatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card if you are using a card, and all the data in the built-in memory if there is no

1397SettingsYou can adjust the playback volume and the volume of operation sounds, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound and operation sound. You

1407Settings3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start-up Sound].4 Press the four-way controller (5).The pull-down menu appears.5 Use the fou

1417SettingsYou can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the style in which the date appears on the camera. Choose [mm/dd/yy],

1427Settings6 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to month.7 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month.Change the day and yea

1437SettingsThe date and time selected in “Initial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)” (p.26) serve as the Home Time settin

1447Settings6 Press the four-way controller (3).7 Use the four-way controller (45) to set whether daylight saving time is used or not.Select if the

1457SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, I

1467SettingsYou 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

1477SettingsYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by five levels.1 Select [Brightness Level] on the [B Set-up] menu.2 Use the four-way cont

131Getting StartedGetting StartedAttaching the StrapPass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.

1487SettingsYou can set the LCD monitor to turn off automatically when no operation is performed for a fixed time.1 Select [Sleep Timeout] on the [B S

1497SettingsYou 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

1507SettingsYou can display the information on the mode you are currently using and the functions that are assigned to the QUICK button, etc., right a

1517SettingsYou can return all the settings other than the date and time andlanguage/ to the default settings.1 Select [Reset] on the [B Set-up] menu

1528AppendixAppendixList of CityThis is a list of cities which you can choose for the World Time.Region City Region CityNorthAmericaHonoluluAfrica/Wes

1538AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.AC adapter D-AC8USB cable I-USB17 (∗)AV cable I-AVC7 (

1548AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation.Compression error Compression of the image yo

1558AppendixMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function.This file could not be processedYou are tr

1568AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyCamera will not turn onBattery is not installed Check battery is installed. If not, install battery.Bat

1578AppendixVery occasionally, static electricity may cause malfunction of the camera. In this case, remove the battery and install it again. If the c

141Getting StartedPowering the CameraInstall the battery provided with the camera.1 Open the battery/card cover.Slide the battery/card cover in the di

1588AppendixMain SpecificationsCameraImage Storage Capacity and Recording Time (When using a 64MB SD Memory Card)* The above table indicates the appro

1598AppendixPlayback Functions Single-frame, 9 frame index, enlargement (max. 8×, scrollable), movie playback, sound playback, histogram displayPlayba

1608AppendixPower SupplyVideo Output Format NTSC, PALSize83 (W) × 52 (H) × 20.5 (D) mm (excluding operating members and projections)Weight 105 g (excl

1618AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

1628Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

1638AppendixFor 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

1658AppendixIndexAAC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149Autofocus mode . . . . . . . . . . .

1668AppendixNine-Image Display . . . . . . . . . . 108Number of recordable images . . . 17OOK button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 35, 37Operating T

1678AppendixWrite-protect switch . . . . . . . . . . . 23ZZoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Zoom button . . . . . . . . . . . 12,

15Getting Started1Use the battery charging stand D-BC25 supplied with the camera to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or w

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16Getting Started1You can remove the battery from the camera and charge it.3 Place the battery in the battery charging stand so that the PENTAX name i

17Getting Started1• Approximate Operating Time (when the D-LI8 battery is fully charged)Number of recordable images: Approx. 155 (at 23°C with the LCD

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

18Getting Started1• Recycling BatteriesThe battery charging stand supplied with the camera is designed to switch automatically to the voltage (100-240

19Getting Started1Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the WorldABBFCSNorth America U.S.A., Canada 9Europe, Former Soviet UnionIcel

20Getting 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-AC8 (optional) is recomm

21Getting Started1To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the battery charging stand or AC adapter, be sure to read the section on “FOR

221Getting StartedInstalling the SD Memory CardAn SD Memory Card can be used with this camera. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a

23Getting Started1Data BackupVery occasionally, data stored in the built-in memory becomes unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you down

24Getting Started1Choose the image size and quality best suited to your purpose.Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer i

25Getting Started1 Approximate Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality•The above table indicates the approximate number of images and recordi

261Getting StartedInitial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)If the Initial Setting screen or Date Adjust screen appears whe

27Getting Started13 Press the OK button.4 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [W].5 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the de

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 Started15 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month.Change the day and year in the same manner.Next, change the time.If you selec

292Quick StartQuick StartTaking Still PicturesThe simplest procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depen

30Quick Start2The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.Press halfwayThe focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release

312Quick StartQuick StartPlaying Back Still PicturesYou can display the still picture you have just taken.1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a

32Quick Start2You can rotate a displayed image on the LCD monitor. The image will remain rotated when displayed during a slideshow.1 Press the Q Playb

333Common OperationsCommon OperationsTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The power indicator is illuminated by a green light. The len

34Common Operations31 Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback button.The power indicator lights green and the camera turns on in the Play

353Common OperationsUsing the Button FunctionsQUICK/i buttonSwitches to the Green mode, the easiest way to take pictures. (1p.50)You can assign a diff

36Common Operations3QUICK/i buttonDeletes the image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.110)w/x Zoom buttonPress w/f in single-image display to switch t

37Common Operations3(45) Performs the following operations during playback. Selects a recorded file before playback.If there are no recorded indexes:W

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 Operations3Shutter release buttonWhen pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording.When pressed for more than one secon

393Common OperationsSetting the MenusWhen you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and

40Common Operations36 Press the Q Playback button.The setting is saved and the camera returns to playback status.6 Press the OK button or the four-way

41Common Operations3Example of Menu OperationRec. ModeMENUExitRecorded PixelsQuality LevelWhite BalanceFocusing AreaAE MeteringSensitivityAWBAUTO5MSet

42Common Operations3[Rec.Mode] MenuYes ···AdjustableNo ···Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the menu, but any changes you ma

43Common Operations3[Set-up] MenuSharpnessFor setting the sharpness(Normal)No Yes Yes p.92Saturation For setting the saturation(Normal)No Yes Yes p.93

443Common OperationsOperating the Mode PaletteOnce you press the MODE button, the Mode Palette appears on the LCD monitor. You can edit an image or ch

45Common Operations3KPicture modeSunset modeLets you reproduce the beautiful colors of the sunrise or sunset.p.52KFood mode Lets you take appetizing p

46Common Operations3Playback Mode PaletteItem Item DescriptionDefaultsettingPageSlideshow For playing recorded images successively3 sec p.109Resize Fo

474Taking PicturesTaking PicturesTaking PicturesCapture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images.• To chan

3• If lightning should be present during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the pr

48Taking Pictures4Histogram DisplayThe brightness distribution of the image is displayed. The horizontal axis shows the brightness (darkest at the lef

49Taking 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

50Taking Pictures4The Green mode lets you take pictures quickly and easily, simply by pressing the shutter release button. In Q (Green) mode, the came

51Taking Pictures4In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select

52Taking Pictures4You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are 10 available modes in Picture mode.1 Press the MODE butto

53Taking Pictures43 Press the OK button.4 Press the shutter release button halfway.The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera

54Taking Pictures4You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings.1 Press the MODE button in Capture mode.The

55Taking Pictures4This mode enables you to take movies and sound.1 Press the MODE button in Capture mode.The Mode Palette appears.2 Use the four-way c

56Taking Pictures4If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second, pictures will be taken for as long as you keep the button p

57Taking Pictures4You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for

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 Pictures45 Take the first image.Press the shutter release button to take the first image. The right edge of the image appears in half-transpa

59Taking Pictures4The filters consist of a posterization filter that takes posterization-type pictures, a soft filter that produces soft-contoured pic

60Taking Pictures45 Press the OK button.6 Press the shutter release button halfway.The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera

61Taking Pictures4The screen for setting the slimness level appears when you select the slim filter in Special Effect mode.4 Use the four-way controll

62Taking Pictures4In User mode, you can take pictures using the functions and settings registered in advance in User mode.1 Press the MODE button in C

63Taking Pictures4In self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.1 Press the four-way

64Taking Pictures4You can switch the Drive mode to Remote Control mode and take pictures using the remote control unit E or F (optional).1 Press the f

65Taking Pictures4You can not only change the zoom magnification with the zoom button, but also shoot images with the shutter button using the remote

66Taking Pictures4You can switch the Drive mode to Continuous Shooting mode. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is press

67Taking Pictures4You can use the zoom to change the size of the subject and take pictures in Tele or Wide mode.1 Press the zoom button in Capture mod

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 Pictures4The 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(Of

69Taking Pictures4This mode lets you take movies at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back, the action appears speeded up.1 Press t

70Taking Pictures48 Press the shutter release button fully.Stops recording movie.You can switch to the Movie mode from the Capture mode by simply pres

714Taking PicturesSetting the Shooting FunctionsFocus mode1 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode.The focus mode changes each time the but

72Taking Pictures4When the mode is set to (Manual Focus), the central portion of the picture is enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus

73Taking Pictures4In Focusing Area mode, you can change the focusing point by moving the focus frame.1 In (Focusing Area) mode, press the four-way c

74Taking Pictures4Flash Modes1 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode.The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon a

75Taking Pictures4You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [5M], [4M], [3M], [2M], [1024] and [640].The more pixels there are, the larger the

76Taking Pictures44 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the recording pixels.5 Press the shutter release button halfway.The camera is ready to

77Taking Pictures4You can choose the image compression ratio.The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The Recorded Pixels se

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

78Taking Pictures4• The Quality Level setting is saved when the camera is turned off.• The quality level is fixed at D (Better) in the Green mode.Imag

79Taking Pictures4You can take pictures in natural colors by selecting the white balance best suited to the light conditions at the time of shooting.W

80Taking Pictures43 Press the four-way controller (5).The White Balance screen appears.4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to change the setting.5 Pr

81Taking Pictures4You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).Focusing Area1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears

82Taking Pictures4You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure.AE Metering Modes1 Press the MEN

83Taking Pictures4When N is selected, the AE metering point moves in correspondence with movement of the focusing area. (1p.73)Saving the AE Metering

84Taking Pictures4You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.Sensitivity1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A

85Taking Pictures4You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or undere

86Taking Pictures4The auxiliary AF light is convenient when you shoot a dark subject. The function helps you to focus on the subject under the conditi

87Taking Pictures4You can choose the Instant Review time from Off (no display), 0.5 sec., 1 sec., 3 sec., and 5 sec.1 Press the MENU button in Capture

7Taking Pictures by the Simplest Procedure (Green Mode) ... 50Setting the Functions (Program Mode)...

88Taking Pictures4You can choose the color from Full color, B & W and Sepia.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

89Taking Pictures4You can register frequently used functions on the four-way controller. Using this function, you can directly set the functions by pr

90Taking Pictures46 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a function you want to assign.7 Press the OK button.8 Press the shutter release button

91Taking Pictures4You can register a function on the QUICK button. The function can be activated simply by pressing the QUICK button.1 Press the MENU

92Taking Pictures4You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft outlines.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec.Mode] me

93Taking Pictures4You can set the color saturation.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controller

94Taking Pictures4You can set the image contrast.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.2 Use the four-way controller (

954Taking 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

96Taking 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

97Taking Pictures4AE metering L (Multi-segment)p.82Sensitivity AUTOp.84Sharpness (Normal)p.92Saturation (Normal)p.93Contrast (Normal)p.94EV compens