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Pentax Optio 60 User Manual

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FCC STATEMENT (For customers in USA)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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
operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more 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 to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet apareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
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  • Page 1 FCC STATEMENT (For customers in USA) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 2: Read This First

    This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product. The product and accessories that come with your digital camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the camera has fallen or its casing has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
  • Page 4 Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking. Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.

  • Page 5: Notes On Battery Usage

    Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance. Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 8 Package Contents... 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA... 10 Front View... 10 Rear View... 11 Mode Dial ... 12 LCD Monitor Information... 13 PREPARING THE CAMERA... 15 Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) ... 15 Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)...16 Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) ...17...
  • Page 7 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer...56 Step 3: Download images or movie clips...57 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...58 Installing ACDSee for PENTAX...58 USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA...59 Step 1: Install the PC camera driver...59 Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer...60...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    You can connect the camera directly to printer that supports PictBridge and perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. Provided editing software: ACDSee for PENTAX You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided editing software.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Operating manuals Quick Start Guide USB Cable ************************************************************************************ Common (Optional) Accessories (not included with the camera): AC power adapter (supplied by PENTAX) SD memory card (commercially available) Battery Charger (commercially available) Accessories and components may vary by retailer. Software CD-ROM (S-SW38)

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View 1. Shutter button 2. Flash Power button 4. Mode dial 5. Microphone EN-10 6. Viewfinder window 7. Self-timer LED 8. PC (USB) / AV terminal 9. DC IN 3V terminal 10.Lens...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Viewfinder 2. Diopter adjustment dial 3. Viewfinder LED Zoom in (telephoto) button Zoom out (wide-angle) button Thumbnail button Playback button 6. Strap holder Arrow button (Up) Macro button Arrow button (Left) Flash button Arrow button (Right) Self-timer button Arrow button (Down) Exposure compensation button 11.

  • Page 12: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. Mode Program Picture Aperture priority Shutter speed priority Manual Setup Movie Simple EN-12 Description Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture to be set automatically.

  • Page 13: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Flash mode ] Auto ] Auto + Red-eye reduction ] Flash on ] Flash off 2. Mode indication Simple mode ] Setup mode ] Movie mode ] Aperture priority mode ] Program mode ] Shutter speed priority mode ] Picture mode ] Manual mode...
  • Page 14 Movie Mode 1. Movie mode 2. Recordable movie time available 3. Memory status 4. Battery power indicator 5. Focus area 6. Flash mode 7. Date Image Playback 1. Playback mode 2. Memory status 3. Battery power indicator 4. Playback information Movie Playback 1.

  • Page 15: Preparing The Camera

    You can use 2 AA size batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable) to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off.

  • Page 16: Using The Ac Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

    Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off. 2.

  • Page 17: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    The digital camera comes with approx. 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or movie clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

  • Page 18: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Blinking red LED indicator Blinking red Self-timer indicator Blinking green EN-18 Description/Activity The digital camera is powered up. The digital camera is ready to record images (or movies). USB communication/transfer in progress. Charging the flash. The self-timer function is activated.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the button until the digital camera turns on. To turn the power off, press the button again. Power button EN-19...

  • Page 20: Choosing The Screen Language

    Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to choose the desired language. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. The [Set-up1] menu is displayed. 2. Use to select [Language], then press the 3.

  • Page 21: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. The [Set-up1] menu is displayed. 2. Use to select [Date Adjust], then press the You may press to switch the date types.

  • Page 22: Formatting An Sd Memory Card Or Internal Memory

    Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data.

  • Page 23: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/movie clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1.

  • Page 24: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image. When you press the shutter button down half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image.

  • Page 25: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital camera, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot.

  • Page 26: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the button.

  • Page 27: Using The Flash

    When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking reduction the subject (person) to look at the digital camera or get as close to the digital camera as possible. The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this Flash on mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows.

  • Page 28: Setting Focus

    Setting Focus Images can be captured with the focus determined automatically using auto focus. You may over-ride the auto focus and specify [ 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press 3. Use to select the desired focus mode. 4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button. The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode: Focus mode Description...

  • Page 29: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)

    Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (difference between bright and dark areas) between the subject and the background is extremely high. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.

  • Page 31: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press the button to turn on the power. 3. Press the MENU button. 4.

  • Page 32: Using The Mode Dial

    USING THE MODE DIAL Simple Mode [ (Simple) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to button.

  • Page 33: Picture Mode

    Picture Mode [ You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are 4 available modes in Picture mode. ] Night scene: This mode allows you to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background. ] Landscape: This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.

  • Page 34: Shutter Speed Priority Mode

    Shutter Speed Priority Mode [ If you set a fast shutter speed, you can capture images of moving subjects that look as if they are still. If you set a slow shutter speed, you can capture images that give the impression that the subject is in motion. 1.

  • Page 35: Advanced Shooting

    ADVANCED SHOOTING High Speed Continuous This mode is used for continuous shooting. 3 pictures are taken continuously once the shutter button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the 2. Press the MENU button, then use In the mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 36: Auto Bracket

    Auto Bracket In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. Auto Bracket settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Metering Mode

    Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the 2. Press the MENU button, then use 3.

  • Page 38: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images one by one. 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the 2. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 3.

  • Page 39: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. To view the previous image, press To view the next image, press 2.

  • Page 40: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the button once.

  • Page 41: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2.

  • Page 42: Resizing An Image

    Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2848 x 2136 pixel, 2272 x 1704 pixel, 1600 x 1200 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 43: Movie Mode

    MOVIE MODE Recording Movie Clips This mode allows you to record movie clips with sound via built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3.

  • Page 44: Playing Back Movie Clips

    Playing Back Movie Clips You can play back the recorded movie clips on the LCD monitor. However, the sound recorded with movie clips can only be played back on TV or computers. 1. Press the button. 2. Use to go through the images until the movie clip you want to play back is displayed.

  • Page 45: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the digital camera, then turn off all devices to be connected. 1. Connect one end of the AV cable to the AV terminal of the digital camera.

  • Page 46: Deleting Images/Movie Clips

    Deleting Images/Movie Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/movie clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or movie clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. 1. Rotate the mode dial to camera on by pressing the 2.

  • Page 47: Protecting Images/Movie Clips

    Protecting Images/Movie Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. In the mode, use To view the previous image, press To view the next image, press 3.

  • Page 48: Setting The Dpof

    [DPOF], then press the to select by your preference, then press the To configure print settings for all images. Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. button.
  • Page 49 Step Figure Procedure Single Image Copies [Copies]: Date Cancel Return [Date]: OK : Exit : Single Image [Return]: Copies Date Return OK : Exit : Press the MENU button to return to the image playback mode. * The To unmark the DPOF Single image All Images...

  • Page 50: Connecting To A Pictbridge-Compatible Printer

    Connecting to a PictBridge-Compatible Printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 51 Step Procedure Figure button to confirm. Paper Setting [Paper Size]: Paper Size Standard Borderless Standard Cancel [Borderless]: Select : OK : [Cancel]: detailed settings. 100-0008 Select : Print : Cancel : Info. : [Copies] : Print Setting Copies Date With File Name With [Date]:...
  • Page 52 Step Figure Procedure Print Print Cancel Total 2 Select : OK : This starts printing and displays the message “Printing now” on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing is finished. Cancel : * To cancel printing: Print Continue Pressing the Cancel...
  • Page 53 Procedure Step Figure button to print. Paper Setting [Paper Size]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of Paper Size Standard Borderless Standard Cancel [Borderless]: Select : OK : [Cancel]: Print Print Cancel Total 2 Select : OK : This starts printing and displays the message “Printing now”...

  • Page 54: Transferring Files From Your Digital Camera To Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or movie clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web.

  • Page 55: Step 1: Install The Usb Driver

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer. Installation on MAC OS 9.2 For Mac OS 9.2 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the digital camera and load its own USB drivers. EN-55...

  • Page 56: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the digital camera to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to button. 2. Press to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use Con.]. 3. Press the button. 4. Use to select [PC], then press the 5. Turn off your camera.

  • Page 57: Step 3: Download Images Or Movie Clips

    Step 3: Download images or movie clips When the digital camera is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk”...

  • Page 58: Editing Software Installation

    PENTAX's full-featured image viewer and media player quickly generates high-quality displays of your images and media files. Also, ACDSee for PENTAX includes a wide variety of image editing tools you can use to create, edit, and touch-up your digital images. Use tools such as red-eye reduction, crop, sharpen, blur, and emboss to enhance or correct your images.

  • Page 59: Using The Digital Camera As A Pc Camera

    USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the digital camera for videoconferencing, your computer...

  • Page 60: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    6. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod. When using this digital camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the digital camera. Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting) To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing: 1.

  • Page 61: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Simple Mode1 Recorded pixels Recorded pixels Quality Level Quality Level Drive Mode White Balance Sensitivity OK : Exit : 1 / 3 OK : 1.
  • Page 62 Item Drive Mode In the Mode1 Item Recorded pixels Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the Quality Level White Balance Sensitivity EN-62 Functional Description Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. (Refer to EN- 35,36 for further details.) Standard HS Continuous Auto Bracket...
  • Page 63 Mode2 Item Functional Description AE Metering Refer to the section in this manual titled “Selecting the Metering Mode”. (Refer to EN-37 for further details.) Drive Mode Refer to the Camera Menu's option item (the 35, 36, 61 for further details.) Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of shooting.
  • Page 64 Mode3 Item Color Sharpness Saturation Date Imprint EN-64 Functional Description Sets the color of the image that will be captured. Full Color B&W Sepia Sets the level of image sharpness. High Medium To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference.

  • Page 65: Movie Menu

    Movie Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording movie clips. Movie Color Digital Zoom OK : Exit : 1 / 2 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on. 2. Press the MENU button. 3.

  • Page 66: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. PlayBack2 PlayBack1 Slideshow Protect DPOF OK : Exit : 1. Press the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the MENU button, then use 3.
  • Page 67 Better Good Image Copy Allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal memory to a memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory.

  • Page 68: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera. Set-up1 Set-up2 Set-up3 Format Sound Date Adjust d/m/y Language English OK : 0 / 4 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press to select the [Set-up1] / [Set-up2] / [Set-up3] menu.
  • Page 69 [Set-up1] settings Item Functional Description Format Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your camera. Protected images are also erased. SD card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected. Refer to the section in this manual titled “Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory”.
  • Page 70 0001. If you want to reset the file number, be sure that no images are recorded in the internal memory or the SD memory card. * OK / Cancel Reset Returns all basic settings to the digital camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset. * OK / Cancel Version This displays the current firmware version of the camera.

  • Page 71: Connecting The Digital Camera To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE DIGITAL CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES EN-71...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 6.0 Mega pixels Image size Still image: 2848 x 2136, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 Movie clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Best, Better, Good Movie image: Good Recording media Approx.

  • Page 73: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Power does not * The battery has run out. * The battery is not oriented correctly. turn on. * The battery cover is not closed properly. * The AC power adapter (optional) is disconnected. Camera suddenly * The function of [Auto Off] in the powers down.
  • Page 74 Possible Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory and the SD memory card. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject, the capacity of the memory card, if there are files other than images or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality or resolution.
  • Page 75 Approximate Duration of Recording Time The table below indicates the approximate duration of recording time depending on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD memory card. Image size Internal Memory 320 x 240 00:55 The values for the recording time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and settings. SD Memory Card 32MB 64MB...

  • Page 76: Warranty Policy

    PENTAX service facilities. Procedure during 12-month Warranty Period Any PENTAX which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid.
  • Page 77 If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your PENTAX returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy.
  • Page 78 Model Number: Optio 60 Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: July, 2005, Colorado EN-78 Declaration of Conformity PENTAX IMAGING COMPANY A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. 600 12 Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131...
  • Page 79 An information on Disposal for users 1. In the European Union If your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There exists a separate collection system for these products. Used electric/electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.

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