Ricoh Pentax Q-S1 Guide

Digital Camera
Start Guide
Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Q-S1
digital camera
This Start Guide provides information on how
to get your PENTAX Q-S1 ready for use and its
basic operations To ensure proper operation,
please read this Start Guide before using the
camera
For details on how to use the various shooting
methods and settings, please refer to the
Operating Manual (PDF) posted on our website
Refer to p 48 for details on the Operating Manual
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Checking the Contents of the Package
Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
Q body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Strap
O-ST131
echargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI68
Battery charger
D-BC68P
AC plug cord USB cable
I-USB7
Software (CD- OM)
S-SW151
Start Guide (this manual)
Lenses that can be used with the PENTAX Q-S1
Lenses that can be used with the camera are Q-mount lenses. A K-mount lens can be attached to the camera with the use
of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens. (p.30)
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Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...........3
Operating Controls ......................................................... 4
Monitor Display .............................................................. 5
How to Change Function Settings ..........................8
Using the Direct Keys .................................................... 8
Using the Control Panel ................................................. 8
Using the Menus ............................................................ 9
Menu List .............................................................. 0
ec. Mode Menus ........................................................ 10
Movie Menu ................................................................. 12
Playback Menu ............................................................ 12
Set-up Menus .............................................................. 13
Custom Setting Menus ................................................ 15
Getting Your Camera Ready for Use .................... 6
Attaching the Strap ...................................................... 16
Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 16
Using the Battery and Charger .................................... 17
Inserting a Memory Card ............................................. 18
Initial Settings .............................................................. 18
Formatting a Memory Card .......................................... 19
Basic Shooting Operation .....................................20
Capture Mode Types ................................................... 21
Shooting with Smart Effect .......................................... 24
Reviewing Images ................................................25
Playback Mode Palette ................................................ 26
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode .................... 27
estrictions on the Combinations of Special
Functions ..................................................................... 29
Functions Available with Various Lenses ............. 30
Using a K-Mount Lens ................................................. 31
Main Specifications .............................................. 32
Operating Environment for USB Connection
and Provided Software ................................................. 36
For Using Your Camera Safely ............................ 37
Care to be Taken During Handling ....................... 39
WARRANTY POLICY .......................................... 42
Information on the Operating Manual ................... 48
There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen
of the monitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.
Contents
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Regarding copyrights
Images taken with this camera 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.
To users o this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment
that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or
magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic
fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters
could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data,
or affect the camera’s internal circuitry and cause camera
misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor 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.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to
either a Windows PC or a Macintosh.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of
batteries used for this camera and its accessories.
Regarding User Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete
the user registration, which can be found on the CD- OM
supplied with the camera or on our website.
Thank you for your cooperation.
http://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/
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Names and Functions of the Working Parts
Built-in flash
Remote control receiver
CMOS sensor
AF assist light/
Self-timer lamp
Microphone
Card cover
Strap lug
Lens mount inde (red dot)
Lens information contacts
Speaker
Card access lamp
Monitor
Battery
cover
Hot shoe
Remote control receiver
Strap lug
PC/AV terminal
Terminal cover
Tripod socket
HDMI terminal
(Type D)
Connection
cable cover
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1E-dial (V)
Sets the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure
compensation values. (p.23)
You can change the camera settings when the control panel
is displayed. (p.8)
You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is
displayed. (p.9)
In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display
multiple images at the same time.
2Mode dial
Changes the capture mode. (p.20)
3Shutter release button
Press to capture images. (p.20)
In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.
4Quick dial
You can easily retrieve functions such as those assigned
with Smart Effect. (p.24)
5Lens unlock button
Press to detach the lens on the camera. (p.16)
6Playback button (3)
Switches to playback mode. (p.25) Press the button again
to switch to capture mode.
7Flash pop-up switch
Slide to pop up the built-in flash.
8Power switch
Press to turn the camera on and off.
9EV compensation button (J)
Press to change the exposure compensation and aperture
values. (p.23)
In playback mode, the JPEG data remaining in the buffer
memory is saved in AW format.
Operating Controls
8
9
0
a
b
c
d
4
7
5
2
6
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0Green/Delete button (M/L)
esets the values being adjusted. Also, you can assign
a function to this button.
Press to delete images during playback. (p.25)
aOK button (E)
When the control panel or a menu is displayed, press
this button to confirm the selected item.
bFour-way controller (ABCD)
Displays the Sensitivity, White Balance, Flash Mode
or Drive Mode setup menu. (p.8)
When the control panel or a menu is displayed, use
this to move the cursor or change the item to set.
Press B during playback to display the playback mode
palette. (p.26)
cMENU button (F)
Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu
is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.9)
dINFO button (G)
Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.5, p.7)
When the camera enters capture mode, the subject and the
current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor.
This state is referred to as “standby mode”. Press G
in standby mode to display the “control panel” and change
settings. (p.8) If you press G while the control panel is
displayed, you can change the type of information displayed
in standby mode.
About the our-way controller
In this manual, each button of
the four-way controller is indicated
as shown in the illustration on
the right.
Monitor Display
Capture Mode
37
37
1/
2000
1/
2000
F2.8
F2.8
1600
1600
37
37
1/
2000
1/
2000
F2.8
F2.8
1600
1600
37
37
G
G
Cust om Im age
Custom Image
Brig ht
Bright
Stan dar d Inf orm ati on Display
Standard Information Display
Standby mode
(Standard Information Display)
Shooting Info Display
selection screen
Control panel
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A mode
Standby Mode
1Capture mode 17 Electronic Level
(vertical)
2Flash Mode
3Drive Mode 18 AF frame
4White Balance 19 eset exposure
compensation value
5Custom Image
6HD Capture/Digital
Filter
20 Interval Shooting/
Multi-exposure/
Smart Effect
7w mode
8File Format 21 AE Lock
9AE Metering 22 Shutter speed
10 Shake eduction/
Movie S
23 Aperture value
24 EV bar scale
11 Battery level 25 Sensitivity
12 Turning the focus ring
in w mode
26 ND Filter
27 Memory card
13 Temperature warning 28 Image storage capacity
14 Eye-Fi communication
status
29 Face detection frame
(when [Autofocus
Method] is set to [Face
Detection])
15 Histogram
16 Electronic Level
(horizontal)
+1.7
EV
+1.7
EV
1/2000
1/2000
F2.8
F2.8
1600
1600
99999
99999
999
999
±0EV
±0EV
1/2000
1/2000
F2.8
F2.8
1600
1600
99999
99999
123456 91011
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16
17
19
20
18
27 2821 22 23 25 2924
12
13
14
15
Control Panel
1Function name 15 File Format
2Setting 16 JPEG ecorded Pixels
and Quality Level/Movie
ecorded Pixels
3Custom Image/S
mode
4Digital Filter 17 Shake eduction/
Movie S
5HD Capture
6Highlight Correction 18 Exposure Setting
7Shadow Correction 19 Framerate
8AE Metering 20 ecording Sound Level
9ND Filter 21 Destination
10 Focus Method 22 Current date and time
11 Autofocus Method 23 Memory card
12 Focus Peaking 24 Number of recordable
still pictures/movie
recordable time
13 Distortion Correction
14 Aspect atio
9999999999
1
2
22 2423
2423
43567
98101112
1413
21
22
21
15 16 17
1
2
318 4 6 7
98101112
1613 19 20 17
99:59´59˝99:59´59˝
Cust om ImageCustom Image
Brig htBright
Expo sur e Set tingExposure Setting
Prog ram A EProgram AE
C mode
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The captured image and shooting information are displayed
in single image display of the playback mode.
Press G to change the type of information displayed in single
image display. Use CD to select the type and press E.
Playback Mode
G
1/
2000
1/
2000
F2.8
F2.8
200
200
+0.3
+0.3
100-0001
100-0001
Standa rd Info rmatio n Displ ay
Standard Information Display
1/
2000
1/
2000
F2.8
F2.8
200
200
+0.3
+0.3
100-0001
100-0001
Single image display
(Standard Information Display)
Playback Info Display
selection screen
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The camera functions and their settings can be selected
and changed by using the following ways.
You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G
in standby mode.
How to Change Function Settings
Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode.
Control panel Press G in standby mode.
(indicated with the v icon in this manual)
Menus Press F.
Using the Direct Keys WXYZ
ASensitivity
BWhite Balance
CFlash Mode
DDrive Mode
Using the Control anel G
9999999999
9999999999
OK
MENU
Aspect RatioAspect Ratio
CancelCancel
Aspect RatioAspect Ratio
OKOK
Use ABCD to select an item.
Use V to change settings.
Press F to cancel
setting operation.
Press E to confirm the
selected item and return
to the control panel.
E
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Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus.
Using the Menus F
Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio
File Format
File Format
Image Capture Settings
Image Capture Settings
MENU
JPEG Recorded Pixels
JPEG Recorded Pixels
JPEG Quality
JPEG Quality
Custom Image
Custom Image
Digital Filter
Digital Filter
Image Capture Settings
Image Capture Settings
AF/MF Settings
AF/MF Settings
AE Metering
AE Metering
Exit
Exit
MENU
123
HDR Capture
HDR Capture
Distortion Correction
Distortion Correction
Exit
Exit
MENU
123
ND Filter
ND Filter
High-ISO NR
High-ISO NR
Shake Reduction
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
Input Focal Length
50mm
50mm
D-Range Settings
D-Range Settings
Custom Image
Custom Image
Digital Filter
Digital Filter
Image Capture Settings
Image Capture Settings
AF/MF Settings
AF/MF Settings
AE Metering
AE Metering
Exit
Exit
MENU
123
HDR Capture
HDR Capture
Distortion Correction
Distortion Correction
Cancel
Cancel
MENU
123
ND Filter
ND Filter
High-ISO NR
High-ISO NR
Shake Reduction
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
Input Focal Length
D-Range Settings
D-Range Settings
OK
OK
OK
Use AB to select an item.
Use V to switch the menu tabs.
Press F to exit the menu
screen.
Menu numbers
Press D to display
the pop-up menu.
Press D to display
the submenu.
Press E to confirm the selected item.
Press F to cancel the pop-up menu. Press F to return to the previous screen.
Use AB to select an item.
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Menu List
Rec. Mode Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting
A1
Custom Image *1 Sets the image finishing tone such as color and contrast before
shooting an image. Bright
Digital Filter *1 Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter
HDR Capture *1 Enables capturing images with high dynamic range. Off
Image
Capture
Settings
Aspect Ratio *1 Sets the horizontal and vertical ratio of images. w
File Format *1 Sets the file format of images. JPEG
JPEG Recorded
Pixels *1 Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format. q
JPEG Quality *1 Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. m
AF/MF
Settings
Focus Method *1 Selects the autofocus or manual focus mode. v
Autofocus Method
*1
Selects the autofocus method in v mode. Multiple AF Points
AF Assist Light Sets whether to use the assist light when autofocusing in dark
locations. On
MF Autozoom Magnifies the monitor display and makes it easier to focus
on the subject. Off
Focus Peaking *1 Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes it easier
to check the focus. Off
AE Metering *1 Selects the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness
and determining exposure. Multi-segment
A2ND Filter *1 Sets whether to use the ND filter built-in to the lens. Off
Distortion Correction *1 educes distortions occurring due to lens properties. On
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*1 The functions can also be set from the control panel.
A2
D-Range
Settings
Highlight
Correction *1
Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright areas
from occurring. Auto
Shadow
Correction *1
Expands the dynamic range and prevents dark areas
from occurring. Auto
High-ISO NR Sets the Noise eduction setting when shooting with
a high ISO sensitivity. Auto
Shake Reduction *1 Activates the Shake eduction function. On
Input Focal Length Sets the focal length when using a lens for which focal length
information cannot be obtained. 0.0 mm
A3
Live View
Electronic Level
Displays the camera angle (horizontal and vertical) in standby mode. On
Grid Display Displays the grid in standby mode. Off
Histogram Display Displays the histogram in standby mode. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red in standby mode. Off
Instant
Review
Display Time Sets the Instant eview display time. 1sec.
Zoom Instant Review Sets whether to display magnified image during Instant Review. Off
Save RAW Data
Sets whether to save the RAW image during Instant Review. On
Delete Sets whether to delete the displayed image during Instant eview. On
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant eview. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Instant eview. Off
Quick Dial Assigns functions to the quick dial. Smart Effect
Green
Button
Green Button Assigns a function to M. Green Button
Action in M/TAv Mode Sets the camera action for when M is pressed in L / K mode. P LINE
E-dial in Program Sets the value to change when V is turned in G mode. P SHIFT
Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off.
All On except
Focus Position,
Digital Filter,
HD Capture
Menu Item Function Default Setting
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*1 The functions can also be set from the control panel.
Movie Menu
Menu Item Function Default Setting
C1
Exposure Setting *1 Sets whether to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value
manually. Program AE
Digital Filter *1 Applies a digital filter effect when recording a movie. No Filter
Movie Capture Settings *1
Sets the number of recorded pixels and the framerate of the movie. u/30 fps
Movie Continuous AF Continues autofocusing even while recording a movie. On
Recording Sound Level *1 Sets the volume level for recording. Volume level 3
Movie SR *1 Activates the Movie Shake eduction function. On
layback Menu
Menu Item Function Default Setting
B1
Slideshow
Display Duration Sets an image display interval. 3sec.
Screen E ect Sets a transition effect when the next image is displayed. Off
Repeat Playback Starts the slideshow again from the beginning after the last image
is displayed. Off
Auto Movie Playback Plays back movies during the slideshow. On
Quick Zoom Sets the initial magnification when magnifying images. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) portions blink red in Standard Information
Display or Histogram Display in playback mode. Off
Auto Image Rotation otates images which were captured with the camera held
vertically or of which the rotation information has been changed. On
Delete All Images Deletes all saved images at once. -
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Set-up Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting
D1
Language/WChanges the display language. English
Date Adjustment Sets the date and time and the display format. 01/01/2014
World Time Switches the displayed date and time to that of your hometown
or a specified city. Hometown
Sound E ects
Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume for
In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer, emote Control, One Push File Format
and Shutter Sound.
Volume 3
Shutter Sound: 1
Others: On
LCD
Display
Guide Display Sets whether to display the operation guides when the capture
mode is changed. On
Display Color Sets the display color of the control panel and the menus. 1
LCD Display Settings Adjusts the brightness and the color of the monitor. 0
D2
Flicker Reduction Cuts down on screen flicker by setting the power frequency. 50Hz
Inter ace
Options
Video Out Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with
a video input terminal. -
HDMI Out Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with
an HDMI input terminal. Auto
USB Connection Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. MSC
Folder Name Sets the naming system for folders to store images. Date
Create New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card. -
File No.
Sequential
Numbering
Sets whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file
name even if a new folder is created. On
Reset File Number esets the file number and starts numbering from 0001 again. -
Eye-Fi Sets the camera action for when an Eye-Fi card is used. Off
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D3
Power Saving Enables saving battery power by setting the monitor display to dim
automatically if no operations are made within 5 seconds. On
Auto Power O Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no
operations are made for a certain period of time. 1min.
Reset
esets the settings of the direct keys and for the items of the A
menu, C menu, B menu, D menu, control panel, and playback
mode palette.
-
D4
Pixel Mapping Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the CMOS sensor. -
Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. -
Format Formats a memory card. -
Firmware In o/Options Displays the camera’s firmware version. -
Menu Item Function Default Setting
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Custom Setting Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting
E1
1. Lens Shutter Options Sets whether to use the lens shutter and/or the electronic shutter. Lens shutter only
2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step
3. AE-L with AF Locked Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus is locked. Off
4. Link AE and AF Point Sets whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focusing
area during multi-segment metering. Off
5. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting. 0 - +
6. WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using flash. Auto White
Balance
E2
7. AWB in Tungsten Light Sets the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set to
g (Auto White Balance). Subtle Correction
8. AF Release Options Sets the action priority for when the shutter release button is fully
pressed in v mode. Focus-priority
9. AF with Remote Control Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with a remote
control unit. Off
10. Focus Ring in AF Mode Disables the focus ring operation during v mode. Enable
11. Flash When Retracted Sets whether to discharge the built-in flash when retracted. Discharge Flash
12. Release While Charging Sets whether to release the shutter while the built-in flash
is charging. Off
E3
13. Color Space Sets the color space to use. s GB
14. Save Rotation In o Sets whether to save rotation information when shooting. On
15. Save Menu Location Saves the last menu tab displayed on the monitor and displays it
again the next time F is pressed.
eset Menu
Location
16. Auto SR O Automatically turns off the Shake eduction function when Self-
timer or emote Control is set.
Enable
Auto S Off
Reset Custom Functions esets all the settings in the E 1-3 menus to the defaults. -
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1Pass the end of the strap
through the strap lug and
secure it on the inside
of the clasp.
2Attach the other end in the same manner.
1Make sure that the camera is turned off.
2Remove the body mount
cover (1) and lens mount
cover (2).
After removing the cover, be sure
to put the lens down with the lens
mount side facing upward.
3Align the lens mount index
(red dots: 3) on the camera
and the lens, and secure by
turning the lens clockwise
until it clicks.
To remove the lens
Attach the lens cap, and then turn
the lens counterclockwise while
holding down the lens unlock
button (4).
Getting Your Camera Read for Use
Attaching the Strap
Attaching a Lens
3
4
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1Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
2Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3Face the A mark on
the battery up, and insert
it into the battery charger.
The indicator lamp is lit while
charging and turns off when
the battery is fully charged.
(Approximate maximum
charging time: 115 minutes)
1Slide the battery cover
in the direction of 1.
2 Insert the battery until it locks
into place with the
A mark
facing toward the lens.
To remove the battery,
push the battery lock lever
in the direction of 3.
3Close the battery cover, and
slide it in the direction of 5.
Using the Battery and Charger
Charging the Battery
Indicator lamp
AC plug cord
Battery charger
Inserting/Removing the Battery
2
1
3
4
5
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1Slide the card cover
in the direction of 1.
2Insert the card all the way
with the memory card label
facing toward the monitor.
Push the memory card in once
to remove.
3Close the card cover, and
slide it in the direction of 4.
1Press the power switch.
T he [Language/ W ] screen
appears.
2Use ABCD to select the desired language
and press E.
The [Initial Setting] screen
appears in the selected language.
Proceed to Step 7 if F
(Hometown) does not need
to be changed.
3Press B to move the frame to F and press D.
The [F Hometown] screen appears.
4Use CD to select a city.
Use V to change the region.
5Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time),
and use CD to select S or T.
6Press E.
The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.
Inserting a Memory Card
2
1
4
3
Initial Settings
Initia l Setti ng
Initial Setting
Settin gs comp lete
Settings complete
Cancel
Cancel
MENU
Englis h
English
New York
New York
Hometo wnHometown
New YorkNew York
DSTDST
CancelCancel OKOK
OK
MENU
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