K-01 - Mirrorless Camera PENTAX - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Mirrorless camera
Brand	PENTAX
Model	K-01
Dimensions (W × H × D)	121 × 79 × 59 mm
Weight	560 g (with battery and memory card), 480 g (body only)
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90; charger D-BC90; AC adapter K-AC1202 (optional)
Sensor	CMOS, 16 megapixels (4928 × 3264 max.)
Main functions	Auto, Scene, HDR, P, Av, Tv, M, B modes; Shake Reduction stabilization; built-in flash; Full HD video (30 fps); optional GPS (O-GPS1)
Maintenance and cleaning	Dust lens with a brush; CMOS sensor cleaning by a PENTAX professional (fee-based); do not use solvents
Safety	Do not disassemble or modify the camera; avoid shocks and humidity; use specified charger and battery; do not look directly at the sun with the lens
Spare parts / Repairability	Battery D-LI90, charger D-BC90, AC adapter K-AC1202, GPS unit O-GPS1, external flashes, USB cable I-USB7, strap O-ST120; repair by a PENTAX authorized center
General information	12-month warranty; compatibility with DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses and lenses with A position; recording in JPEG and RAW format

Frequently Asked Questions - K-01 PENTAX

How to charge the battery of the PENTAX K-01?

Use the supplied charger D-BC90. Connect the power cord to the charger, then insert the D-LI90 battery with the ▲ mark facing up. The indicator lights up during charging and turns off when complete (about 320 minutes). Charge only the specified battery.

How to insert an SD memory card?

Make sure the camera is off. Open the port cover and the card slot protective cover. Insert the card with the label facing the screen until it clicks. To remove, press it once. Never remove the card while the access indicator is lit.

How to set the date and time?

When first turning on, the Date setting screen appears. Use the navigation buttons to select the date format (dd/mm/yy, mm/dd/yy, or yy/mm/dd) and the time format (24h or 12h). Set the month, day, year, and time, then select Settings complete. You can also change these settings via the Preferences menu.

How to use the built-in flash?

In automatic mode, the flash pops up when needed. For manual control, press the UP/☑ button to raise the flash. You can change the flash mode via the direct button ◀: Auto flash discharge, Manual flash, Slow sync, etc. The flash is effective from 0.7 m to 5 m depending on the lens.

How to enable Shake Reduction?

The Shake Reduction function reduces vibrations. In the Capture Mode 2 menu, select Shake Reduction and set to On. You can also enable it in the parameter setting screen. For videos, use Movie SR in the video menu.

How to record a video?

Turn the mode dial to (video) or press the Ⓞ (red) button in recording mode. Video settings (format, frame rate, quality) are in the Video menu. To start recording, press the shutter button or the video button. Press again to stop.

How to clean the CMOS sensor?

The sensor is a precision part. For superficial cleaning, use the Sensor cleaning function in the Preferences menu (removes dust by vibrations). For deep cleaning, contact a PENTAX after-sales service (fee-based). Never use aerosol or solvent.

Which lenses are compatible with the K-01?

Compatible lenses are DA, DA L, D FA, FA J and lenses with an A (Auto) position on the aperture ring. Lenses without A position can be used with some limitations (refer to table p.247). Always use PENTAX or compatible lenses to avoid malfunction.

How to reset the camera settings?

In the Preferences 3 menu, select Reset. You can reset shooting settings, custom settings, or all settings. Confirm with OK. The factory default settings are listed in the appendix of the manual.

How to connect the camera to a computer?

Use the supplied USB cable I-USB7. Connect it to the PC/AV output terminal of the camera and to a USB port on the computer. Turn the camera on. The connection mode (MSC or PTP) is set in the Preferences 3 menu. To transfer images, use software like SILKYPIX Developer Studio provided on CD-ROM.

USER MANUAL K-01 PENTAX

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SILKYPIX®

The Excellent digital development technology

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HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

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Courroie O-ST120

Batterie lithium-ion rechargeable D-LI90

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① Déclencheur

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12 Anti-bougé (p.105)/Movie SR (p.120)

13 Mode centre (p.96)

27 Correction distorsion (p.146)

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3 Fermez la trappe de protection.

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😊 (Standard), 📁 (Portrait), ▲ (Paysage),

✿ (Macro), 🎨 (Sport), 🍴 (Portrait nocturne), 🌐 (Coucher de soleil),

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Mire AF

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Exposition standard

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Sous-exposition

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Surexposition

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7 Prenez une photo.

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Distorsion en coussinet

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Distorsion en barillet

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Affichage 4/9/16/36/81 imagettes

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Affichage dossier

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AF540FGZ

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Flash auto AF200FG

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AF200FG

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Étui/Courroie

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Assistance AF 17, 96

AUTO Mode (Image auto.) .... 58, 78

Autofocus AF 96

Bouton Ⓞ (G) 19, 155

Bouton vert 19, 155

CTE (Balance blancs) .....137

D Décharge flash auto .....61, 64

Déchargement manuel .....61, 65

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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 radio 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 RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION

Located at: 633 17th Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 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: Digital Single Lens Camera

Model Number: K-01

Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: February, 2012, Colorado

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