Pentax Optio S6 Manuel d'utilisateur

• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.57565 Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 200501-200510 Printed in Philippine

8Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files (from Nine-Image Display) ... 118Protecting Image

98Taking 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

99Taking 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 (

1004Taking 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),

101Taking 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

1024Taking PicturesReturning the Shooting Functions to the Default SettingsThis function lets you return all the shooting function settings to the def

1035Recording and Playback of SoundRecording and Playback of SoundRecording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)You can record sound. The recordable time appe

1045Recording and Playback of Sound5 Press the shutter release button.Recording stops. The remaining recordable time appears.6 Press the four-way cont

1055Recording and Playback of SoundPlaying Back SoundYou can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode.1 Press the Q Playback button in

1065Recording and Playback of SoundAdding a Voice MemoYou can add a voice memo to a captured image.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way cont

1075Recording and Playback of Sound1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to choose the still picture with the voice memo that

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

1086Playback/Deleting/EditingPlayback/Deleting/EditingPlaying Back ImagesYou can play back images recorded on the SD Memory Card when a card is insert

1096Playback/Deleting/Editing3 Press the MENU button.Zoom playback ends.You can display the image at maximum magnification simply by pressing x/y on t

1106Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can play back movies. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during playback. Operations include playback, f

1116Playback/Deleting/EditingShooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback mode. Pressing the OK button changes the display mod

1126Playback/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

1136Playback/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

1146Playback/Deleting/Editing7 Use the four-way controller (45) to select the effect.8 Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Sound Effect].9 Use

1156Playback/Deleting/EditingDeleting Images, Movies and SoundsYou can delete a single image, movie or sound.1 Enter the Playback mode and use the fou

1166Playback/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

1176Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can delete all the images, movies and sounds at once.1 Enter the Playback mode and press the Green button twice.The D

10Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories.For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.169)

1186Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can delete several images/sound files selected from the nine-image display at once.1 Enter the Playback mode and pres

1196Playback/Deleting/Editing4 Press the Green button.A confirmation dialog appears.5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select & Delete]

1206Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can protect images, movies and sounds from being accidentally deleted.1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way c

1216Playback/Deleting/Editing7Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect].8 Press the OK button.You can protect all the images, movies and so

1226Playback/Deleting/EditingViewing Images on AV EquipmentBy using the AV cable, you can capture, play back and dub images on a TV or other equipment

1236Playback/Deleting/EditingWhen the AV cable is connected to the camera, the image can be displayed using the remote control unit E or F (optional).

1246Playback/Deleting/EditingSetting the Printing Service (DPOF)You can print the images on the SD Memory Card using a DPOF (Digital Print Order Forma

1256Playback/Deleting/Editing6 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies.7 Use the Green button to select O (On)/P (Off) of [Dat

1266Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Enter the Playback mode and press the four-way controller (3).The Mode Palette appears.2 Use the four-way controller (2

1276Playback/Deleting/EditingDirect Printing Using PictBridgeBy connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the USB cable (I-USB

11FrontBackNames of PartsPower switchFlashSelf-timer lamp/Auxiliary AF lightRemote control receiverStrap lugDC input terminalBattery/card coverShutter

1286Playback/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

1296Playback/Deleting/Editing9 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the paper size.You can select only the print sizes available with the prin

1306Playback/Deleting/Editing1 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [DPOF setting].2 Press the OK button.The DPOF setting screen appears.Use the

1316Playback/Deleting/EditingEditing ImagesBy changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file smaller than the original. You

1326Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the size.6 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Quality Lev

1336Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can trim a part of a picture and save it as a separate image.1 Use the four-way controller (45) in Playback mode to s

1346Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can rotate a displayed image on the LCD monitor.1 In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to select the im

1356Playback/Deleting/EditingThis function enables you to edit still pictures with color filters.You can choose from thirteen filters: B&W, Sepia,

1366Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the color filter (eight colors).The color bar appears.6 Use the four-way con

1376Playback/Deleting/EditingThis function enables you to apply special effects to still pictures with the digital filter. You can choose from five fi

12Four-way controllerIn this operating manual, the four-way controller is described as shown below.Guide IndicationsA guide to available button operat

1386Playback/Deleting/Editing7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite] or [Save as].8 Press the OK button.The edited image is saved wit

1396Playback/Deleting/EditingThis function enables you to adjust the brightness of still pictures with the brightness filter.1 Use the four-way contro

1406Playback/Deleting/Editing6 Press the OK button.The overwrite confirmation screen appears.7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Overwrite]

1416Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can select a frame from a recorded movie to save as a still picture or divide a movie into two.1 Use the four-way con

1426Playback/Deleting/Editing7 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the frame you want to save.8 Press the OK button.The selected frame is saved

1436Playback/Deleting/Editing5 Select [Extract] on the Movie Edit screen.6 Press the OK button.The Extract screen appears.7 Press the four-way control

1446Playback/Deleting/EditingYou can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes.1 Enter the Playback mode and press

1456Playback/Deleting/EditingCopying FilesYou can copy image and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD Memory Card and vice versa. This funct

1466Playback/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

1477SettingsSettingsCamera SettingsYou can display an image recorded with the camera as the start-up screen when the camera is turned on.1 Press the f

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

1487SettingsFormatting 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

1497SettingsYou can adjust the playback volume and the volume of operation sounds, such as the start-up sound, shutter sound and operation sound. You

1507Settings3 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

1517SettingsYou can set the first two seconds of your favorite recorded sound as the user sound and then use this as the start-up sound or shutter sou

1527SettingsYou 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],

1537Settings8 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Date].9 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to month.10 Use the four

1547SettingsThe date and time selected in “Initial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)” (p.28) serve as the Home Time settin

1557Settings7 Use the four-way controller (3) to select [DST].8 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off).Select O (On) if the Dest

1567SettingsYou can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.You can choose from English, French, German, Spanish, P

1577SettingsYou 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

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

1587SettingsYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor by seven levels.1 Select [Brightness Level] on the [B Set-up] menu.2 Use the four-way con

1597SettingsBy setting the LCD monitor to dim automatically when you leave the camera without performing any operations for a certain period, you can

1607SettingsYou 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

1617SettingsYou can return all the settings other than the date and time, world time, language/ , and video out to the default settings.1 Select [Rese

1628AppendixAppendixList of CityThis is a list of cities which you can choose for the World Time.Region City Region CityNorthAmericaHonoluluAfrica/Wes

1638AppendixDefault SettingsThe table below lists the factory default settings.Last Memory SettingYes : The current setting (last memory) is saved whe

1648Appendixz [B Set-up] MenuItem Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageMemoryFlash Mode On - Yes p.76Drive Mode Off - Yesp.65 to p.70Fo

1658Appendixz Playback Mode Palette ItemsItem Default SettingLast Memory SettingReset SettingPageLanguage/According to initial settingYes No p.28USB C

1668Appendixz Capture Mode and FunctionsYes: Available No: Not availableFlashManual FocusLandscape, Macro, Pan Focus, Self-timerContinuous ShootingRe

1678Appendix*1: Available but the setting is the same as that of the first shot*2: If you enter this mode when LCD is set to Off, the LCD monitor retu

15Getting Started1If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter D-AC8 (optional) is recommended. (1p.21)• Inse

1688Appendix* Blank means no changes of settings.1: Fixed to Flash Off2: Set to Flash Off (Setting can be changed)3: Fixed to 3M (2048x1536)4: Fixed t

1698AppendixOptional AccessoriesA number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.AC adapter D-AC8USB cable I-USB17 (∗)AV cable I-AVC7 (

1708AppendixMessagesMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor during camera operation.Compression error Compression of the image yo

1718AppendixMessages such as the following may appear on the LCD monitor when using the PictBridge function.Image folder could not be createdThe large

1728AppendixTroubleshootingProblem Cause RemedyCamera will not turn onBattery is not installed Check battery is installed. If not, install battery.Bat

1738AppendixVery occasionally, static electricity may cause malfunction of the camera. In this case, remove the battery and install it again. If the c

1748AppendixMain SpecificationsCameraImage Storage Capacity and Recording Time (When using a 128MB SD Memory Card)Still PicturesMovie* The above table

1758AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, ManualLens Focal Length 6.2 mm - 18.6 mm (equivalent to 37.5 mm -

1768AppendixPower SupplyFlash Type Auto flash with red-eye reduction functionFlash Modes Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto + Red-eye , Flash On + Red-ey

1778AppendixWARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects

16Getting Started1Use the battery charger D-BC8 supplied with the camera to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time or when the

1788Appendix• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in

1798AppendixFor 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

1818AppendixInformation on disposal for users1. In the European UnionIf your product is marked with this symbol, it means that usedelectrical/electron

1828AppendixIndexAAC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Access lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . .

1838AppendixNumber of recordable images . . . 18OOK button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 39Operating Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Optio

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17Getting Started1• The time required for full charge is about 100 minutes.The appropriate ambient temperature range for charging the battery is 0°C –

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• Approximate Operating Time (when the D-LI8 battery is fully charged)Number of recordable images: Approx. 130 (at 23°C with the LCD

19Getting Started1The battery charger supplied with the camera is designed to switch automatically to the voltage (100-240V) and frequency (50Hz, 60Hz

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

21Getting 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

22Getting Started1To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the battery charger or AC adapter, be sure to read the section on “FOR SAFE U

231Getting 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

24Getting Started1Data BackupVery occasionally, data stored in the built-in memory becomes unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you down

25Getting Started1Choose the image size and quality best suited to your purpose.Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer i

26Getting Started1 Approximate Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality•The above table indicates the approximate number of images and recordi

27Getting Started1 Approximate Recordable Time by Size (Recorded Pixels) and QualityThe default setting is C.• The above table indicates the approxim

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

281Getting StartedInitial Settings (Setting the Display Language and the Date and Time)If the Initial Setting screen or Date Adjust screen appears whe

29Getting 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

30Getting Started16 Press the four-way controller (3).The frame moves to [Date].7 Press the four-way controller (5).The frame moves to the month.8 Use

31Getting Started1• When the Initial Settings screen is displayed, you can cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing the MEN

322Quick StartQuick StartTaking Still PicturesThe simplest procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The flash fires automatically depen

33Quick Start2The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.Press halfwayThe focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release

342Quick StartQuick StartPlaying Back Still PicturesYou can display the still picture you have just taken.1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a

35Quick Start2You can delete the image displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the Green button, using the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]

363Common OperationsCommon OperationsTurning the Camera On and Off1Press the power switch.The power indicator is illuminated by a green light. The len

37Common Operations31 Confirm the SD Memory Card is set in the camera.2 Hold down the Q Playback button for more than four seconds in Capture Mode.The

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

393Common OperationsUsing the Button Functionsw/x Zoom buttonChanges the size of the subject. (1p.32)Q Playback buttonSwitches to the Playback mode. W

40Common Operations3w/x Zoom buttonPress w/f in single-image display to switch to nine-image display. Press x/y to return to the previous display. (1p

41Common Operations3(45) : Selects a recorded file before playback. Performs the following operations during playback.If there are no recorded indexes

42Common Operations3Shutter release buttonWhen pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops recording.When pressed for more than one secon

433Common OperationsSetting the MenusWhen you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and

44Common 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

45Common Operations3Example of Menu OperationRec. ModeMENUExitRecorded PixelsQuality LevelWhite BalanceAF SettingAE MeteringSensitivityAWBAuto6MSet-up

46Common Operations3[A Rec.Mode] MenuMenu ListItem Description PageRecorded Pixels For selecting the number of pixels p.78Quality Level For selecting

47Common Operations3[B Set-up] MenuItem Description PageFormat For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory p.148SoundFor adjusting the operat

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

483Common OperationsOperating the Mode PaletteOnce you press the four-way controller (3), the Mode Palette appears on the LCD monitor. You can edit an

49Common Operations3HPicture modeLandscape modeLets you capture the natural colors of landscape views.p.55IFlower mode Lets you take brightly colored

50Common Operations3Playback Mode PaletteIcon Item Description PageSlideshow For playing recorded images successivelyp.113Resize For changing the size

514Taking PicturesTaking PicturesTaking PicturesCapture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing back or deleting images.• To chan

52Taking Pictures4Histogram DisplayThe brightness distribution of the image is displayed. The horizontal axis shows the brightness (darkest at the lef

53Taking 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

54Taking Pictures4In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select

55Taking Pictures4You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are nine available modes in Picture mode.1Press the four-way

56Taking Pictures4In Pet mode, you can take pictures that shows natural hair color of your pet. Choose the appropriate icon depending on what color yo

57Taking Pictures4This mode allows you to take clear pictures of written text. This is convenient for capturing a digital copy of an important documen

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 Pictures4You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the appropriate settings.1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capt

59Taking Pictures4This mode enables you to take movies and sounds.1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode.The Mode Palette appears.2 Use t

60Taking Pictures4If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second, the movie will be taken for as long as you keep the button

61Taking Pictures4You can take a number of images and join them together to form a panorama picture. The software supplied with the camera (ACDSee for

62Taking 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

63Taking Pictures4You can take pictures with a decorative frame added using the Frame Composite function. There are three frames already stored in the

64Taking Pictures47 Press the shutter release button fully.The picture is taken.To switch to the screen for registering a frame, press the Green butto

65Taking 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

66Taking Pictures4• The countdown is displayed on the LCD monitor when you press the shutter release button.• If you press the shutter release button

67Taking Pictures4You can switch the Drive mode to Continuous Shooting mode. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is press

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 Pictures4• The flash will not discharge in Continuous Shooting mode.• Continuous shooting is not available for Movie, Panorama Assist or Fram

69Taking 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

70Taking Pictures4You can not only change the zoom magnification with the zoom button, but also shoot images with the shutter button using the remote

71Taking 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

72Taking 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

734Taking PicturesSetting the Shooting FunctionsFocus modeSelecting the Focus Mode=Autofocus modeThe camera focuses on the object in the autofocus are

74Taking Pictures41 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode.2 Press the four-way controller (23) to select the focus mode.3 Press the OK but

75Taking Pictures4After the focus is set, press the OK button to determine the focus position and return to the normal capture screen.Press the OK but

76Taking Pictures4Flash Modes1 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode.2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the flash mode.Selecting

77Taking Pictures43 Press the OK button.The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected flash mode.Saving the Flash Mode 1p.100• Using the flash

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

78Taking Pictures4You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [6M], [5M], [4M], [3M], [2M], [1024] and [640].The more pixels there are, the larg

79Taking Pictures44 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the recording pixels.5 Press the shutter release button halfway.The camera is ready to

80Taking Pictures4You can choose the image compression ratio.The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The Recorded Pixels se

81Taking Pictures44 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the quality level.5 Press the shutter release button halfway.The camera is ready to tak

82Taking Pictures4You can select a white balance function best suited to the light conditions at the time of shooting. The Auto adjusts a white balanc

83Taking 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

84Taking Pictures4You can set the autofocus area and focusing method.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.2 Use the

85Taking Pictures44 Press the four-way controller (5).The pull-down menu appears.5 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the Focusing Area.6 Pres

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 which part of the screen to use to measure the brightness and determine the exposure.AE Metering Modes1 Press the MEN

7Setting the Functions (Program Mode)... 54Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene (

88Taking Pictures4You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.Sensitivity1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A

89Taking Pictures4You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or undere

90Taking Pictures4You can select the recorded pixels and quality level for taking movies.1 Press the MENU button in Capture mode.The [A Rec. Mode] men

91Taking Pictures44 Press the four-way controller (5).The pull-down menu appears.5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels].The re

92Taking Pictures4This mode lets you take movies at a delayed frame rate so that when you play the movie back, the action appears speeded up.4 Use the

93Taking Pictures4You can choose the Instant Review time from Off (no display), 1 sec., 2 sec., 3 sec., 4 sec., and 5 sec.1 Press the MENU button in C

94Taking Pictures4You can register one of the three functions: Initialize Rec. Mode (p.102), Movie (p.59) or Fn Setting (p.95) on the Green button. Th

95Taking Pictures4You can register frequently used functions on the four-way controller. Using this function, you can directly set the functions by pr

96Taking Pictures4The initial settings for Fn SettingFunctions that can be registered on Fn Settingstill picture mode Movie modeInitial settings (2) R

97Taking 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