OPTIO L40 - Digital Camera PENTAX - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Compact digital camera with built-in zoom
Effective pixels	8 megapixels
Sensor	1/2.35-inch CCD, 8.5 total megapixels
Lens	Focal length 6.3-18.9mm (35mm equivalent: 36-108mm), aperture f/3.1-f/5.9
Optical / digital zoom	3x / up to 4x (total 12x)
LCD monitor	2.5-inch color TFT, approx. 150,000 pixels, brightness adjustable
ISO sensitivity	Auto, ISO 50-3200 (manual)
Shutter speed	1/2000 sec to 4 sec
Built-in flash	Wide: 0.2-8m (ISO Auto), tele: 0.6-4m (ISO Auto)
Shooting modes	Auto, Program, Night Scene, Video, Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Pets, etc.
Storage media	Built-in memory approx. 21.9MB + SD/SDHC card
File formats	JPEG (images), AVI (video), WAVE (audio)
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI63, charger D-BC63 (100-240V AC)
Battery life	Approx. 220 shots (CIPA standard), 300 min playback
Dimensions (W x H x D)	97.5 x 57.5 x 18 mm
Weight	115 g (without battery and card), 135 g (with battery and card)
Connectivity	PC/AV terminal, DC input, USB 2.0
PictBridge	Yes, direct printing without a computer
Maintenance and cleaning	Do not use solvents (alcohol, thinner). Clean with a dry, soft cloth. Protect from moisture and dust.
Safety	Do not disassemble, avoid shocks and extreme temperatures (0-40°C). Use only the specified battery and charger.
Spare parts and repairability	Battery and memory card user-replaceable. Lens non-interchangeable. Repair by authorized PENTAX service center.
Warranty	12 months against manufacturing defects (excluding abnormal use)

Frequently Asked Questions - OPTIO L40 PENTAX

How do I charge the battery of my OPTIO L40?

Use the supplied D-BC63 charger. Connect the AC power cord to the charger, then insert the battery (PENTAX logo facing up). The red indicator lights up during charging and turns off when charging is complete (approx. 120 min). Recommended ambient temperature: 0-40°C.

How do I set the date and time?

Turn on the camera. If the initial setting screen does not appear, press MENU, go to the Settings tab (wrench icon), then select Date setting. Use the navigation keys to change the format, date, and time. Press OK to confirm.

Which memory card can I use?

The camera accepts SD and SDHC cards. Insert the card into the slot (label facing the lens) until it clicks. To remove, push it in again. Built-in memory (approx. 21.9 MB) is used if no card is inserted.

How do I use the zoom?

In shooting mode, press the zoom control (T side to enlarge, W side to widen). The optical zoom is 3x. Then, digital zoom (up to 4x) can be activated in the menu [Rec Mode] > Digital Zoom.

How do I delete a photo?

In playback mode, display the image to delete. Press the green (trash) button. Use the ▲▼ keys to select Delete, then press OK. To delete multiple images, use the 9-thumbnail display and the Select & delete function.

Can I record videos with this camera?

Yes. Select the Video mode from the shooting mode palette (press ▼). Press the shutter button to start recording, press again to stop. You can choose quality (640x480 or 320x240) and frame rate (30 or 15 fps) in the menu.

How do I print directly without a computer?

Connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer via the USB cable. Make sure the USB connection mode is set to PictBridge (Settings menu). On the printer, follow the on-screen instructions to print one photo, all, or according to DPOF settings.

What should I do if the LCD monitor is damaged?

Watch out for glass fragments. Avoid any contact of the liquid crystal with skin, eyes, or mouth. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water and consult a doctor. Bring the camera to an authorized PENTAX service center.

How do I transfer my photos to a computer?

Set the USB connection mode to PC in the Settings menu. Connect the camera to the computer via the USB cable. The computer will recognize the camera as a removable drive. Copy the files (DCIM folder) to your hard drive. Use the supplied ACDSee software if desired.

What do the icons on the screen mean?

The screen displays information such as shooting mode (e.g., AUTO PICT), flash mode, battery status, number of remaining photos, date/time, etc. For more details, refer to the Screen Indications section of the manual (pages 16-18). You can also press OK/DISPLAY to change the display.

USER MANUAL OPTIO L40 PENTAX

PENTAX Corporation 2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.co.jp/english)

PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY

(European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com)

(Germany - http://www.pentax.de)

Hotline: [phone] / 0180 5 PENTAX

Austria Hotline: [phone] (http://www.pentax.at)

PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House,

Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K.

(http://www.pentax.co.uk) Hotline: [phone]

PENTAX France S.A.S. 112 Quai de Bezons - BP 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (http://www.pentax.fr)

Hotline: [phone] (0,15€ la minute) Fax: [phone]

PENTAX Imaging (Headquarters)

Company 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.

A Division of PENTAX (PENTAX Service Department)

of America, Inc. 12000 Zuni Street, Suite 100B

Westminster, Colorado 80234, U.S.A.

(http://www.pentaximaging.com)

PENTAX Canada Inc. 1770 Argentina Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA

(http://www.pentax.ca)

for your
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Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2007

FOM 01.07.2007 Printed in Europe

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Comment afficher le menu [✗️ Réglages]

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Messages

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.

Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  * Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply.

The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for

Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals

We: PENTAX Imaging Company

A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.

Located at: 600 12 ^th Street, Suite 300

Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A.

Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. 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. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Model Number: Optio L40

Contact person: Customer Service Manager

Date and Place: August, 2007, Colorado

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