User manual PENTAX SPOMATIC IIA

[. . . ] 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 of this camera · There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or 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. [. . . ] The flash will not discharge, regardless of the brightness. Use this mode to take pictures at dusk or in museums etc. The flash discharges regardless of the brightness. 4 Taking Pictures This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused by Auto + the light from the flash being reflected in the subject's eyes. Red-eye reduction The flash discharges automatically. This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused by Flash On + the light from the flash being reflected in the subject's eyes. Red-eye reduction The flash will discharge regardless of lighting conditions. · The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to C or X, the Drive mode is set to Continuous Shooting or the Focus mode is set to H. · The flash discharges twice, first a pre-flash and then a second time to take the picture. (In the red-eye reduction modes, the interval between the pre-flash and the main flash is longer. ) 1 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode. The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon appears on the LCD monitor. The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected flash mode. Status of the Focus Status Lamp and Flash Status Lamp 1p. 27 Saving the Flash Mode 1p. 78 63 MENU Rec. Mode 2, 3 4 1 Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU 2560 AWB Multi Auto OK Exit OK dR+. H= Selecting the Recorded Pixels 4 Taking Pictures 64 You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2560×1920], [2304×1728], [2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480]. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. 1 MB is 1 million pixels. 1 2 3 4 5 Set the mode dial to -. Press the MENU button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Image Quality]. Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting. Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take the picture. Rec. Mode Image Quality Superior Recorded pixels: 2560x1920 (5M) Quality level: MENU Exit OK OK The Image Quality function is only available in - (Auto Select) mode. In other modes, set the recorded pixels and quality level separately. Mode 2, 3, 4 5 1 Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity MENU 2560 AWB Multi Auto OK Exit OK R+C. Adjusting the White Balance You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting. White Balance F G H I J K The camera adjusts the white balance automatically. Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight. Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade. [. . . ] Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. 8 Appendix 132 · This warranty policy does not affect the customer's statutory rights. · The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy. 8 Appendix The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community. 133 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. [. . . ]