Optio E30 : Digital Compact Cameras

Digital Compact Camera: Optio E30

<General function and specification>

What is included in the Optio E30 kit?: The Optio E30 kit includes the following: Optio E30 camera, USB/AV cable (I-UAV62), Camera Strap (0-ST62), Software CD-ROM(S-SW62), Dock insert (0-DI62)
Product Manual (CD-ROM / Quick Guide), Warranty Card, AA alkaline batteries

What type of batteries does the Optio E30 use?: The Optio E30 can use Two AA batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH).
*lithium battery CR-V3 can not be used.

How long camera can operate with a fully charged battery?

Type of battery	Image Storage Capacity
AA alkaline	200 pictures
AA nickel manganese (Rechargeable)	550 pictures

* Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during CIPA-compliant testing
Actual performance may vary according to operating conditions.

Is an optional AC adapter available?: Yes. The AC adaptor kit (K-AC62J) is available as an optional accessory.

How long does the date / time stay in memory when the battery is removed? Does the internal clock run while the battery is removed?: The camera will remember the date/time, and the internal clock will continue to run for approximately 24 hours after the battery is removed.

What is the size and resolution of the LCD monitor?: 2.4 inch TFT color LCD with backlight and has 110,000 pixel resolution.

Can I use an infrared remote control?: No.

Can I view images on a TV?: Yes.

Can I playback the image on TV at overseas?: This camera is set to the NTSC or PAL format before leaving the factory. When you wish to use it in a region that uses the NTSC or PAL format, first switch the video output to NTSC / PAL. You cannot connect the output of this camera to a SECAM format television.

<Storage Medium>

What kind of memory does the Optio E30 use for storage?: The Optio E30 has approximately 11MB of built-in memory, and can also use Secure Digital (SD) card.

Is the SD card included in the Optio E30 kit?

No.

* The following table shows the approximate number of recordable images when using the internal memory

Record size	7M (3072x2304)		4M (2304x1728)		2M (1600x1200)
Quality
recording memory	2	5	4	10	10	18

Which SD memory cards can be used?: You should be able to use any SD / SDHC card in your camera. While Pentax does not guarantee compatibility with any particular manufacturer or model, we have seen consistent compatibility with SD cards as follows.
Panasonic:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512 / 1GB/2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 5 / 10 / 20MB/s)
SDHC memory card: 4GB
SanDisk:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB/2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 10MB/s)
SDHC memory card: 4GB
Toshiba:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB/2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 10MB/s)
SDHC memory card: 4GB

How should be switched a built-in memory and the SD memory card?: There is no switch and if the memory card is in the camera, the image will record into the memory card, but if there is no memory card in the camera, the image will record into the internal memory in the camera.

Are there any notes about SD memory card?

SD memory card should be format with Optio E30 when use first time or the SD card used with other devices.
* The data such as images and voice will be deleted after formatted the SD card
Do not remove SD card or turn off the power while recording the images or connecting the camera with computer via USB cable
We recommend back-up the data regularly
Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature.
Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

How many photos can be stored on a memory card?

The following table shows the approximate* number of recordable images when using memory cards of various sizes, at different combinations of recorded pixels and quality levels.

*Since compression can vary slightly depending upon the shooting conditions and subject matter, these numbers may not be exact.

Still
Recorded Pixels	Quality Levels	Built-in memory*	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB	2GB	4GB
[7M] 3072 x 2304		2	16	34	69	140	277	573	1145
		5	32	67	136	274	540	1115	2227
		8	49	101	204	411	811	1673	3342
[5M] 2592 x 1944		3	23	48	97	197	388	802	1603
		7	45	93	188	379	748	1544	3085
		11	66	135	273	549	1082	2231	4000
[4M] 2304 x 1728		4	29	60	122	246	486	1003	2005
		10	59	121	245	494	973	2008	4000
		15	85	174	351	706	1391	2869	4000
[3M] 2048 x 1536		6	37	75	153	308	608	1254	2506
		13	75	152	307	618	1217	2510	4000
		19	109	222	447	899	1771	3652	4000
[2M] 1600 x 1200		10	59	121	245	494	973	2008	4000
		18	100	203	410	824	1623	3347	4000
		27	151	306	616	1237	2436	4000	4000
[1024] 1024 x 768		21	120	244	492	989	1948	4000	4000
		37	201	408	821	1649	3248	4000	4000
		48	263	533	1072	2152	4000	4000	4000
[640] 640 x 480		44	242	490	986	1979	3898	4000	4000
		70	379	767	1542	3094	4000	4000	4000
		94	506	1023	2056	4000	4000	4000	4000
Movie
640 x 480	28fps	13sec.	1min 12sec.	2min 26sec.	4min 53sec.	9min 49sec.	19min 20sec.	39min 51sec.	1h 19min 36sec.
320 x 240	30fps	27sec.	2min 24sec.	4min 52sec.	9min 47sec.	19min 38sec.	38min 41sec.	1h 19min 43sec.	2h 39min 12sec.
Sound
-		Built-in memory*	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB	2GB	4GB
-		17min 19sec.	1h 31min 57sec.	3h 5min 44sec.	6h 13min 11sec.	12h 28min 34sec.	24h 33min 48sec.	50h 37min 16sec.	101h 4min 57sec.

* Approximately 11 MB

<Capture and playback>

How long does it take for the camera to start up?: Start-up time for the OptioE30 is approximately 2.06 sec.
Start-up time is calculated from full depression of the power button until the LCD shows an image. Conditions: no external memory card inserted, start-up screen and sound turned off, flash and display turned on.

What is the lag time for the shutter?: The time lag for shutter-release is approximately 0.05sec.
This is calculated as the time from full depression of shutter release button to capturing the image, when the flash is turned off and focus lock is on.
To further shorten the shutter lag time, use the optical viewfinder instead of the LCD monitor, as it takes time for the LCD to show the actual captured image.

How long is the recording interval, when shooting consecutive pictures?: The recording interval is approximately 0.6sec. /frame.
This specification may vary depending upon the write speed of the SD-card (which can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer) and the selected image quality.

When set in Auto ISO, what ISO speeds are available to the camera?: In Auto ISO mode, the camera will automatically choose from ISO 80 ~ 320.

What is the file format and frame rate for a movie?: The file format is AVI (MPEG-4)
The recording time of the movie is dependent on the available capacity of your memory card. The larger your memory card, the longer the movie you can record.

Can the optical zoom or digital zoom be used in movie mode?: Digital zoom can be used when setting the digital zooming ON in the menu mode.
The optical zoom is fixed at the wide-angle and it can not use in movie mode.

<Connecting with PC and software>

What type of computer do I need with Optio E30?: Please note the following system requirements:
Windows:
The computer should be equipped with built-in USB ports and a pre-installed version of Windows 2000/Me/XP.

Macintosh:
The computer should be equipped with built-in USB ports and a pre-installed version of Mac OS 9.2 or later

Is the USB cable exclusive to this camera?: Yes, The UBS cable (I-UAV62) provide with the Optio E30 exclusive use to this camera.

<Application software>

What is included in the application software provide with CD-ROM(S-SW62)?: [Windows]
ACDSee for PENTAX2.0, FotoSlate3.0, ACD ShowTime! For Pentax, Direct X 9.0, Quick Time 7 (For Windows2000/X)
[Macintosh]
ACDSee for PENTAX

Is there an operating manual for Application software attached in the packaging?: No.

Can I view the movie on the computer?: Yes.
1. For Windows
* Using the ACDSee for Pentax2.0.
[Windows 2000/XP]
QuickTime7 can be installed from CD-ROM (S-SW62)
[Windows ME] --- Installation of QuickTime6 is required.

2. For Macintosh
[MacOS9.2 or later] QuickTime6 is required.
It can be playback with ACDSee for Pentax or only QuickTime

<Connecting to the printer>

Can Optio E30 print images direct from the printer?: Yes, by connecting the camera to a printer which is support PictBridge with using the USB cable (I-UAV62) supplied with camera, you can print images directly from the camera without using a PC.
• You have to select [ PictBridge] for USB connection in the Menu. More information, please refer to the operating manual of the printer

Why the image can not print when connect the camera to the printer which is support PictBridge via USB cable?: Please select the USB connection mode to [PictBridge] in the Menu.

I would like to print the date on my images. Can I do this?: You can have the date inserted in a print by placing a checkmark alongside "Date" in the print service (DPOF) setting, and taking the DPOF-set memory card to a print service that supports DPOF. Depending upon the laboratory print service, it may not always be possible to makes prints according to your specifications. For details, please check with the print service shop.
You can also insert the date at bottom right of the screen by using the software ACDSee for PENTAX 2.0 provided. In this case, before outputting a print, click the "Caption" tab, and place a check mark alongside "Print image acquisition date in corner of image."

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* The USB driver uses software developed by inSilicon Corporation.