[. . . ] Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Digital Camera. 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.
This manual contains explanations on the operation of both the Optio S40 and the Optio S30. To differentiate the two models, the S40 is referred to as the "Optio S40" and the S30 is referred to as the "Optio S30. " Images of the liquid crystal panel used in this manual are taken from the Optio S40. [. . . ] Recorded Pixels
2304 ×1728 2048 ×1536 1600 ×1200 1024 ×768 640×480
For only S40.
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Suitable Suitable Suitable Suitable Suitable
for printing on A4 paper (8 1/2 in. × 11 1/2 in. ) for printing on A5 paper for printing on paper slightly larger than a postcard for printing on postcards for attaching to e-mails or creating websites
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Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels]. Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity
MENU
2304
AWB Multi
Auto
OK
Exit
OK
· The number of recorded pixels is fixed at [320×240] in Moving Picture mode or Marine Moving Picture mode. · Selecting a large size produces a clear picture when it is printed out. · The Recorded Pixels setting is saved when the camera is turned off. Mode
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Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity
MENU
2304
AWB Multi
Auto
OK
Exit
OK
dR+. H=
Selecting the Quality Level
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You can choose the image compression rate. The data volume also varies depending on the recorded pixels setting (1p. 63). Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites.
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Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Quality Level]. Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity
MENU
2304
AWB Multi
Auto
OK
Exit
OK
The Quality Level setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Recorded Pixels and Quality 1p. 19
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Rec. Mode
Image Quality
Super
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MENU
Image setting for medium print size (approx. 13x18cm)(5"x7") (2048x1536: )
MENU
Exit
OK
OK
-
Selecting the Image Quality
You can set the recorded pixels and quality together in Auto Select Mode. The combination of recorded pixels and quality for each setting is shown below. Image Quality
Setting Recorded Pixels Quality Use
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Superior Super Normal Economy
Suitable for printing on large paper 2304×1728 (S40) C (such as A4) 2048×1536 (S30) Suitable for printing on paper slightly larger 2048×1536 D than a postcard 1600×1200 D Suitable for printing ordinary-sized photos 640×480 D Suitable for viewing on a computer
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Set the mode dial to -. Mode] menu appears.
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Image Quality]. Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Image Quality
Super
Image setting for medium print size (approx. 13x18cm)(5"x7") (2048x1536: )
MENU
Exit
OK
OK
The Image Quality function is only available in - (Auto Select) mode. Mode
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Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity
MENU
2304
AWB Multi
Auto
OK
Exit
OK
R+C.
Adjusting the White Balance
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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 under electric or other Tungsten Light tungsten light. [. . . ] This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. [. . . ]