Pentax Pentax XG-1 User manual

To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before
using the camera.
Operating Manual
Digital Camera

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Thank you for purchasing PENTAX XG-1.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the
features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to
understand all the camera’s capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the PENTAX XG-1 that are for anything other than personal enjoyment
cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act.
Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for
personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken
with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the
copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
• SDHC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States of America and other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries.
• Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo, and Eye-Fi connected are trademarks of Eye-Fi, Inc.
• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other
countries.

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• This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a
consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in
compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video
provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use.
Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
• All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
• Throughout this manual, the following symbols are used to help you locate information
quickly and easily:
Indicates useful information.
• In introducing you how to operate this camera, the following symbol may appear to facilitate
your understanding:
「Item properties」: The optional properties in the camera interface are indicated by the
symbol「 」.

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To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic elds.
Strong static charges or the magnetic elds produced by equipment such as radio
transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s
internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the 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 in this manual are different
from the actual product.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a
Macintosh hereafter.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this camera
and accessories.

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We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we
request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.
Warning This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious
personal injuries.
Caution This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or
medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
About the Camera
Warning
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or modify the camera. High voltages are present
within the camera, and there is a danger of electric shock if the camera is taken apart.
• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, the camera
being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as
there is a danger of receiving an electric shock.
• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care
that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use
immediately, remove the battery or the power adapter, and contact your nearest service
center. Continuing to use the product can cause a re or electric shock.
Caution
• Do not place your nger on the ash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.
• Do not discharge the ash while it is touching your clothing as there is a risk of discoloring.
Using Your Camera Safely

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• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of
low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.
• Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow
the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes, or in your mouth.
• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may
cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get
medical attention immediately.
About the Power Adapter
Warning
• Always use the power adapter exclusively developed for this product, with the specied
power and voltage. Using a power adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the
exclusive power adapter with an unspecied power or voltage can cause a re, electric
shock, or camera breakdown. The specied voltage is 100- 240V AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a re or electric shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other abnormality occurs,
immediately discontinue its use and consult your nearest service center. Continuing to use
the product can cause a re or electric shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult your nearest service center.
Continuing to use the product can cause a re or electric shock.
• If a thunder storm should occur while using the power adapter, unplug it and discontinue
use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, re, or electric
shock.
• Wipe off the plug of the power adapter if it becomes covered with dust. Dust on the plug
may cause a re.

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Caution
• Do not place heavy objects on the USB cable, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow
it to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the USB cable becomes damaged,
consult your nearest service center.
• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.
• Do not plug in the power adapter with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.
• Do not subject the product to strong impacts or allow it to drop onto a hard surface. This
can cause a malfunction.
• Do not use the power adapter to charge a battery other than the rechargeable lithium-ion
battery LB-060. This can cause overheating, explosion, or power adapter failure.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a CSA/UL certied power supply cord set, cord
is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male
attachment plug cap (with a specied NEMA conguration), and the other is provided with a
molded-on female connector body (with a specied IEC nonindustrial type conguration) or
the equivalent.
About the Battery
Warning
• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in their mouths may
cause an electric shock.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, it may cause a loss
of sight. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately. Do not
rub them.

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Caution
• Only use the specied battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an
explosion or re.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or
leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be
careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - contacts of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in re. This can cause an explosion or re.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may cause
irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for LB-060 Battery Usage:
- This battery may present a re or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
- WARNING - Risk of re, burns and explosion. Do not short, open, disassemble, crush,
incinerate or expose to heat above 140°F/60°C.
- Recharge according to user manual.
- Dispose of used battery properly.
Keep the Camera and Accessories Out of the Reach of Small Children
Warning
• Be sure to keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of small children.
1. Injuries may result from the product falling or from unexpected movement.
2. Suffocation may result from wrapping the strap around the neck.
3. Small accessories such as battery or an SD Memory Card may be swallowed. Seek
medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.

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Before Starting Use
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, conrm that it is still working properly,
particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling).
Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your
data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording
media (SD Memory Card), etc.
• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.
About the Battery and Power Adapter
• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance. Avoid storing it
especially in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will
over-discharge and shorten the battery’s service life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.
• The power adapter supplied with the camera is for exclusive use with this camera. Do not
use it with any other equipment.
Care to be Taken During Handling

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Cautions when Carrying and Using the Camera
• Do not use or store the camera in a hot environment or under direct sunlight.
• Hot and humid places should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding
vehicles, which can become very hot inside.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The liquid crystal display will become black at high temperatures but will return to normal at
normal temperatures.
• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is
due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a malfunction.
• 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 a bag or plastic bag and
take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could
cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.
• Please do not press forcefully on the display. This could cause it to break or malfunction.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod
socket on the camera.