User manual PENTAX IST

[. . . ] ® PENTAX Corporation PENTAX Europe GmbH Pentax U. K. Limited Pentax France S. A. S Pentax Benelux B. V Pentax (Schweiz) AG Pentax Scandinavia AB PENTAX U. S. A. , Inc. Pentax Canada Inc. OPERATING MANUAL This operating manual is printed on recycled paper. 57233 Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2003 01-200302 Printed in Japan OTHERS The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC). ADVANCED OPERATIONS 2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www. pentax. co. jp/) (European Headquarters) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www. pentaxeurope. com) (Germany - http://www. pentax. de) Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U. K. (http://www. pentax. co. uk) 12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (for Netherlands) Spinveld 25, 4815 HR Breda, NETHERLANDS (http://www. pentax. nl) (for Belgium & Luxembourg) Weiveldlaan 3-5, 1930 Zaventem, BELGIUM (http://www. pentax. be) Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www. pentax. ch) P. O. [. . . ] If both selected shutter speed and aperture blink, it means that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is adjusted. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) MEMO · When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. 78 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected, the appropriate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure. This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field, or a portrait against a blurred background. See page 75 for the effect of aperture. 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Select the desired aperture by turning the select dial. 3 Confirm the shutter speed and aperture value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel. 79 Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the selected shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning (as shown). When the subject is too bright, choose a smaller aperture (larger number), if available; when it is too dark, choose a larger aperture (smaller number), if available. When the shutter speed indication stops blinking, you can take the picture. If both shutter speed and aperture blink, it means that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) MEMO · When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. 80 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Metered Manual Mode The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively under exposed (darker) or over exposed (brighter) photographs. 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 The bar graph appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. 3 Turn the select dial to change the shutter speed. 81 change the aperture value while holding down the AV button . 5 Confirm the shutter speed and aperture value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel. If the dot is in the center of the bar, it indicates correct exposure. MEMO · When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. About the bar graph If the dots are on the minus side of the bar graph, it indicates under exposure. If they are in the plus side, it indicates over exposure. If the exposure setting exceeds ± 2 EV, or blinks. +1 EV over exposure OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 4 Turn the select dial to 82 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE MEMO · The AE lock does not operate in the Metered Manual Mode. · When using negative color film, the finished print is not greatly affected by a certain amount of over- or under-exposure. This is because color negative film has wide latitude. If you use positive (slide) film, which has narrow latitude, you need to adjust the aperture and shutter speed to intentionally over- or under-expose the shot. Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, both shutter speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. It means that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed and aperture are adjusted. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. 84 USING THE BULB EXPOSURE MODE This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is held down. 1 With the Metered Manual Mode, turn the select dial to change the shutter speed until appears on the LCD panel. MEMO · When using this mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable Switch CS-205" after opening the release socket cap. 5 hours of time exposure are possible with new lithium batteries at ambient temperatures. · With the remote control shooting mode, the shutter remains open as long as the optional remote control's shutter release button held down. 85 ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately over exposure (brighten) or under exposure (darken) a subject, or compensate for difficult lighting conditions which may fool the camera's built-in exposure meter. The exposure compensation range is -3 EV to +3 EV in 0. 5 EV steps. 1 While holding down the AV button, turn the select dial to set the desired compensation value on the LCD panel. 2 Confirm the compensation value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel. appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. About the bar graph If the dots are on the minus side of the bar graph, it indicates under exposure. [. . . ] Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized Pentax service facilities. Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. [. . . ]