Pentax Optio 33L User manual

PENTAX
DigitaI Camera
Optio33L
Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance,
please read the Operating Manual
before using the camera.

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iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:Regarding copyrights
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enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as
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iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during
iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiidemonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display. Images taken with
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iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiil• CompaotFlash and CF are trademarks of SanUisk Corporation.
iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_• PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.
• OptioisatrademarkofPENTAXCorporation.
•AIt other brands or product names are trademarks of registered trademarks of
................................................................their respective companies.
..............................................................• The USB driver uses software developed by inSilicon Corporation.
...........................................................Copyright © 2002 inSilicon Corporation. All rights reserved.
.........................................................This product supports PRINT Image Matching II.
When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital still
cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more
faithful to their intentions.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
To users of this camera
• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased of that the camera may
not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations
generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is
99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may
not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no
effect on the recorded image.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD
monitor in this manual are different form the actual product.

Wehavepaidcloseattentiontothesafetyofthisproduct.Whenusing
thisproduct,werequestyourspecialattentionregardingitemsmarked
withthefollowingsymbols.
Thissymbolindicatesthatviolatingthisitemcould
Warning cause serious personal injury.
Caution This symbol indicates that violating this item could
cause minor or medium personal injury, or material
loss.
Z_ Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present
inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the
camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is the risk of electric shock.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small
children do not hang the strap over their necks.
• Always use the AC adapter specified exclusively for this product, with the
specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this
product, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power or
voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop
use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact your
nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric
shock.
• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter.
Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.
/_ Caution
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. Do not disassemble
the battery. The battery could explode or catch fire.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The
battery could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this
camera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins
to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low
temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.

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• Always confirm that the camera is working properly when the camera has not
been used for a Iong time, or before important occasions (weddings, trips,
etc.). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred
for photography, lost profits, etc.) arising from failure of this product.
• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or
benzene.
• Do not subject to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the camera
in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• Do not store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from ease and
store in a dry and well-ventilated location.
• This camera is not waterproof, and cannot be used in the rain or where the
camera could get wet.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a
cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or
................................................................ships.
,,,,.........................................................• The temperature range for camera use is O°C to 40°C.
,,,,,..................................................................................................................• The LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to
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,,,,,,,,.................................................................................................The LeD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to
......................................................liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.
....................................................Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain
................................................high performance.
..............................................Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and
..........................................outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, retrieving
.......................................the camera after decreasing the temperature difference.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts.
These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops on
the camera.
• See "Precautions When Using a CF Card" (p.16) for details on the compact flash
memory card (CF Card).
• Please do not press forcefully on the LeD monitor. This could cause breakage or
malfunction.
• When you rotate the LCD monitor, please rotate it carefully in the correct direction,
and do not apply excessive force. This could damage your camera.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY ....................................................................................... 3
Handling the Camera ....................................................................................... 4
Contents ........................................................................................................... 5
Contents of This Manual .................................................................................. 7
Checking Package Contents ............................................................................ 8
Names of Parts ................................................................................................ 9
Names of Operating Parts ............................................................................. 10
Getting Started 11
Attaching the Strap ............................................................................................. 11
Powering the Camera .......................................................................................... 12
Installing the Batteries .................................................................................... 12
Using the AC Adapter .................................................................................... 14
Installing/Removing the CF Card ....................................................................... 15
Rotating the LCD Monitor (Rotate LCD) ............................................................ 17
Initiat Settings ...................................................................................................... 18
Setting the Disptay Language ........................................................................ 18
Setting the Home Town ................................................................................. 18
Setting the BS.T Mode ................................................................................. 19
Setting the Video Output Format ................................................................... 19
Setting the Bate and Time ............................................................................. 20
Quick Start 22
Taking Still Pictures ............................................................................ 22
Playing Back Still Pictures ................................................................. 24
Playing Back Images ..................................................................................... 24
Playing Back Previous or Next Images .......................................................... 24
Using Your CF Card ............................................................................ 26
Common Operations 29
Turning the Camera On and Off ......................................................................... 29
Playback Only Mode ...................................................................................... 29
Using Button Functions ...................................................................................... 30
Capture Mode ................................................................................................ 30
PIayback Mode .............................................................................................. 31
Setting the Menus ............................................................................................... 32
How to Set the Menus .................................................................................... 32
Menu List ....................................................................................................... 34
Taking Pictures 36
Setting the Capture Functions ........................................................................... 36
Changing Focus Settings ............................................................................... 36
Selecting the Flash Mode .............................................................................. 38
Selecting the Recorded Pixels ....................................................................... 39
Selecting the Quality Level ............................................................................ 40
Adjusting the White Balance .......................................................................... 41
Setting the Focusing Area .............................................................................. 43
Setting the Light Metering Range .................................................................. 44
Setting Sensitivity ........................................................................................... 45
Setting the Instant Review Time .................................................................... 46
Setting Image Sharpness ............................................................................... 46
Setting Color Saturation ................................................................................. 47
Setting the Image Contrast ............................................................................ 47
Switching Between Modes ................................................................................. 48

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Switching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode ................................ 48
Selecting the Capture Mode .......................................................................... 48
Taking Pictures .................................................................................................... 49
Program Mode ............................................................................................... 49
: Picture Mode .................................................................................................. 50
Taking Self-Portraits ...................................................................................... 52
Taking Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ..................................................... 53
Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) ................................................ 54
Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode) .................................... 56
Taking 3D Pictures (3D Image Mode) ............................................................ 58
Taking Pictures with DigitaI Filters (Digital Filter Mode) ................................. 63
Automatically Change Capture Conditions (Auto Bracket Mode) .................. 64
Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Shooting) .............. 66
Using the Self-Timer ...................................................................................... 67
Using the Zoom .............................................................................................. 68
EV Compensation .......................................................................................... 70
Saving the Settings ............................................................................................. 72
Saving the Menu Items (Memory) .................................................................. 72
Playback/Deleting 74
iPlaying Back Images ........................................................................................... 74
Playing Back Stilt Pictures ............................................................................. 74
Zoom Playback .............................................................................................. 74
PIaying Back Movie Pictures .......................................................................... 75
Nine Image Display ........................................................................................ 76
SIideshow ....................................................................................................... 77
Deleting Images ................................................................................................... 78
Deleting a Single Image ................................................................................. 78
Deleting All Images ........................................................................................ 78
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ..................................................... 79
Viewing Images on a TV ..................................................................................... 80
Printing Service Settings (DPOF) ...................................................................... 81
Single Image Settings .................................................................................... 81
Settings for Air Images ................................................................................... 83
...................................................Settings 84
Camera Settings .................................................................................................. 84
Formatting a CF card ..................................................................................... 84
Changing the Disptay Language .................................................................... 85
Changing the Date Style and Date/Time ....................................................... 85
Selecting the Video Output Format ................................................................ 86
Turning the Operation Sound On and Off ...................................................... 86
Setting World Time ........................................................................................ 87
Setting the Display Mode ............................................................................... 88
Screen Effect ................................................................................................. 90
Setting the Background Color ........................................................................ 90
Setting Auto Power Off .................................................................................. 91
Setting LCD Monitor Brightness ..................................................................... 91
Resetting to Default Settings [Reset] ............................................................. 91
Appendix 92
List of City Names ............................................................................................... 92
Messages ............................................................................................................. 93
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 94
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................... 96
Main Specifications ............................................................................................. 97
WARRANTY POLICY ........................................................................................... 99
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Explains various ways to capture images, and how to set the relevant
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and selecting the right picture mode for the current scene.
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Explains troubleshooting, and introduces accessories sold separately.
FJI, Picture
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The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.
Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.
Shows information useful to know.
Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.
Icons for functions available in a capture mode are shown at the
beginning of a section.

Camera
Optio 33L
Video cable
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Strap (CD-ROM)
O-ST5(_) S-SW8
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USB cable
I-USB2(*) 3D image viewer
O-3DV!
Lithium battery
CR-V3 LCD monitor hood Operating Manual
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Operating Manual
(PC Connecting Manual)
Items marked with an asterisk are atso available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, see "Optional Accessories" (p.96).

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Shutter release button
Power switch
Self-timer lamp
Ftash
Terminal cover
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DC input terminal
Lens
LCD monitor
Strap lug
CF card cover
Battery cover
Tripod socket
LCD monitor hood installation
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Flashstatus lamp (red)
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Four-way I.
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OK button
MENU button
Zoom 181/O.button
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Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug, and attach as
shown.

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Install batteries in the camera. Use one CR-V3, or use two AA lithium
..................................................................batteries, AA Ni-MH batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.
Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated, and
flip open.
Insert the batteries according to the +/- indicator in the
battery chamber.
Close the battery cover and push horizontally to lock.
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D-AC5. (,_p.14).
• CR-V3 (battery included}. AA lithium batteries, and AA alkaline
batteries are not rechargeable.
• Do no_open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the
power switch is on.
• When you will not use the camera for a long while, remove the
batteries. Otherwise. the battery may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new
batteries after a long while, follow the procedure for "Setting the Date
and Time" (p.20)
• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted backwards can cause a
camera breakdown

Number of recordable images Playback time
DR-V3 Approx 650 Approx 450
With the flash AA lithium Approx 400 Approx 300
fired for 50% of
the shots AA Ni-MH Approx 270 Approx 200
AA alkaline Approx 70 Approx 70
• These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. May vary by
capture mode or shooting conditions.
• Battery performance temporanIy decreases as the tempera[ure
decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra
batteries on hand. keeping them warm in your pocket. Bat[ery
performance will return to normal when returned to room
temperature_
• AA alkaline batteries may not adequately handle all the camera
functions. We do no[ recommend their use except in emergencies.
When traveling overseas, taking pictures _ncold climates, or when
you will be taking a lot of pictures, please have extra batteries ready.
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terminal cover.
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input terminal on the camera.
Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter,
Plug into the power outlet.
• Make sure the camera _sturned off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure connections are secure between the camera. AC adap[er.
AC plug cord terminal, and the power outlet. Disconnections while the
camera is recording or reading data on the CF card will corrupt your
data.
• When using [he AC adap[er, be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC5
operating manual.
• Connecting the AC adapter w_ll not charge the rechargeabie batteries
in your camera.
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CF card eject button
Captured images are recorded on the compact flash (CF) card. Make
sure the camera is turned off before installing or removing a CF card
(market product).
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•Approximate Number of Shots, Recorded Pixels, and Quality
Levels
1 Best Better Good Movieimages
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2048 × 1536 8 16 33
1600 x 1200 13 27 60 30 sec × 2 sets
1024 x 768 24 50 89
640 × 480 50 89 128
These figures show the number of shots when using a 16MB CF card.
• These figures are based on PENTAX standard shooting conditions, and may
vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture mode, and CF
cardused
Precautions When Using a OF Card
Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the CF card cover.
The CF card may be hot when removed immediately after camera use. Please be
....................................................................careful.
....................................................................Never open the CF card cover or turn off the camera while recording data on the
..................................................................CF card, during image playback, or while connected to a PC with a USB cable.
...............................................................This could cause data loss or card damage.
,,,,,,............................................................................................................Do not bend the CF card or subject it to violent impact. Do not get it wet or leave it
..........................................................in a high temperature location.
........................................................New cards or cards used in another camera must be formatted before use. See
....................................................."Formatting a CF card" (p.84) for formatting.
...................................................Never open the CF card cover while formatting a CF card. The card may be
................................................damaged beyond use.
..............................................Data saved on a CF card may be erased under the following conditions.
...........................................PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding erased data.
..........................................When the user mishandles the CF card
......................................• When the CF card is placed in a location with static electricity or electrical
interference
• When the card is not used for a long time
• When the card. the AC adapter, or battery is removed while recording or reading
data on the CF card
The CF card has a limited life. The stored data may become unreadable after long
periods of disuse. Please periodically backup important data onto your PC.
Please avoid using or storing your card where static electricity or electrical
interference can occur.
Do not use or store your card where it may be exposed to sudden temperature
changes, condensation, or direct sunlight.
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You can rotate the LCD monitor 180 ° vertically or horizontally.
The screen display will change with the rotation of the LCD monitor.
When taking your self-portrait, you can check the screen while you take
the picture.The screen display changes with the rotation of the LCD
monitor (mirror image).
• Pull the LCD monitor upward.
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"Changing the Display Language" (p.85).
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playing back pictures using a TV monitor.
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Use the four-way controller (, _) to
select the video output format.
The default setting is NTSC.
Press the Playback/OK button.
The screen for setting the date and time will be
displayed.
• You can change the setting after it has been made, Refer to
"Selecting the Vide0 Output Format" (p.86)
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Set the current date and time, and the display style.
1 Press the four-way controller (A v) to
select the date and time display style. .II
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select 24h (24-hour display) or 12h
(12-hou r display).
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Press the four-way controller (_).
• • is displayed above and below the month.
Press the four-way controller (• v) to
change the month.
Press the four-way controller (_).
• • are displayed above and below the date.
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Date Style mm/dd/yy 24h
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