K500 - Digital SLR Camera PENTAX - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Digital SLR camera (DSLR)
Sensor	APS-C format CMOS (23.6 x 15.8 mm)
Effective pixels	16.3 megapixels
Stabilization	Sensor shift (Shake Reduction), up to 3.5 stops
Viewfinder	Reflex with pentaprism, coverage ≈96%, magnification ≈0.95x
Screen	3.0 inch TFT LCD, 921,000 dots
Compatible lenses	DA, DA L, D FA, FA J and lenses with A position on the aperture ring
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D‑LI109 or battery tray D‑BH109 (4 AA batteries)
Dimensions (body only)	130 x 97 x 71 mm
Weight (body only)	Approx. 590 g
Weight (with batteries and card)	Approx. 650 g (with AA lithium batteries and SD memory card)
Exposure modes	Auto, P, Av, Tv, M, B, Scene modes (SCN), USER modes
Shutter speed	1/6000 s to 30 s + Bulb (long exposure)
ISO sensitivity	100 – 51,200 (in 1/3 EV steps)
Built-in flash	Guide number ≈13 (ISO 100, 100 mm)
Video recording	Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format
Connections	USB 2.0 (MSC/PTP), composite video output (NTSC/PAL)
Memory support	SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards
Maintenance and cleaning	Ultrasonic sensor cleaning; blower for lens; avoid solvents
Warranty	12 months (parts and labor)
Supplied accessories	D‑LI109 battery, D‑BC109 charger, power cord, strap, CD-ROM (SILKYPIX), hot shoe cover, eyecup, body cap

Frequently Asked Questions - K500 PENTAX

How to use AUTO mode to take photos?

Place the mode dial to AUTO. The camera automatically selects optimal settings (exposure, focus, sensitivity). Press the shutter button halfway to focus, then press fully to take the photo.

How to change the lens?

Turn off the camera. Press the lens release button while turning the lens counterclockwise. Align the red dot on the new lens mount with the one on the camera body and turn clockwise until it clicks.

How to clean the CMOS sensor?

Use the Sensor Cleaning function in the Preferences menu to remove dust via ultrasound. If dirt persists, use a blower (never aerosol). For deep cleaning, contact PENTAX after-sales service.

Which batteries can I use?

You can use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D‑LI109 (supplied) or the battery tray D‑BH109 with four AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH rechargeable). The AA battery type must be set in the Preferences menu.

How to use the built-in flash?

Press the Flash pop-up button (▼). The flash pops up. In AUTO mode, it fires automatically if needed. You can select a flash mode (auto, forced, red-eye reduction, slow sync) using the ◀ direct key.

How to manually set the white balance?

In standby mode, press INFO to open the parameter setting screen. Select White Balance and choose a preset (daylight, tungsten, etc.) or Manual setting by photographing a neutral surface. You can also enter a color temperature in Kelvin.

How to manually focus?

Set the focus mode selector to MF. Rotate the focus ring on the lens until the image is sharp in the viewfinder or on the Live View screen. An indicator in the viewfinder confirms focus.

How to record a video?

Set the mode dial to (Video). Press the LV button to display Live View. Press the shutter button to start recording, press again to stop. You can adjust resolution and frame rate in the Video menu.

How to transfer photos to a computer?

Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Set the USB connection mode to MSC (mass storage) or PTP in the Preferences menu. The computer recognizes the camera as a removable drive; copy files to the hard disk.

How to reset all camera settings?

Go to the Preferences menu () and select Reset. Choose Reset to restore default settings. Date, time, and photographer information are not erased.

USER MANUAL K500 PENTAX

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Batterie lithium-ion rechargeable D-LI109*

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⑧ Bouton ▶ (Lecture)

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3 Fermez la trappe de protection.

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4 Fermez la trappe de protection.

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Mire AF

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Portrait 88, 89

▲ Paysage 88, 89

Macro 88, 89

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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 Camera

Model Number: K-500

Contact person: Customer Service Manager

Date and Place: May, 2013, Colorado