Optio T30 : Digital Compact Cameras

Digital Compact Camera: Optio T30

<General function and specification>

What is included in the Optio T30 kit?: The Optio T30 kit includes the following: Optio T30 camera, Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-LI63), Battery charger stand (D-BC63), AC plug cord (D-C024J), AV cable (I-AVC7), USB cable (I-USB7), Camera Strap (0-ST20), Software CD-ROM(S-SW63), Stylus pen (0-SP63) Product Manual (Camera / PC connection), Warranty card

What kind of accessories is available as option?: The following accessories are available.
Camera case (O-CC63), Camera strap (0-ST8), leather strap (0-ST24), Sports strap (0-ST30), Remote control E (release / zoom), Remote control F (release), AC adapter kit (K-AC63J), Battery charger stand (D-BC63J)

What is the size and resolution of the LCD monitor? Can the brightness be adjusted?: 3.0 inch [TFT color LCD] with backlight and 230,000 pixel resolution. The brightness of LCD can be adjusted.

What does a correspondence language have?: 19 languages are supported.
Japanese, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Russian, Thai, Korean, Chinese (2 types)

Can I view images on a TV?: Yes. By using the AV cable (I-AVC7), you can capture and play back images on a TV that has a Video-In (and Audio-In for sound) port.
Note: Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable.

Can I use an infrared remote control?: Yes. Infrared remote control can be used when using the remote control unit E or F (Optional)

Is the Optio T30 equipped with a tripod mount?: Yes.

Is there any waterproof case?: No,

<Storage Medium>

What kind of memory does the Optio T30 use for storage?: The Optio T30 has approximately 19.9MB of built-in memory, and can also use Secure Digital (SD) cards or SDHC memory card.

Is there an exclusive memory card to the Optio T30?: No.

Which SD (SDHC) 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 (SDHC) cards as follows.

Panasonic:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512 / 1GB/2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 5 / 10 / 20MB/s )
SDHC card (4GB)
SanDisk:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB/2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 10 / 20MB/s )
SDHC card (4GB)
Toshiba:
SD card (64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB / 2GB), Transmission speed (2 / 10MB/s)
SDHC card (4GB)

Are there any notes about SD(SDHC) memory card?

SD memory card should be format with Optio T30 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

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 × 2304		5	17	35	69	137	276	558	1097
		11	34	69	134	267	535	1078	2117
		16	50	103	200	397	795	1617	3176
[5M] 2592 × 1944		7	22	44	86	171	343	698	1371
		14	44	88	173	343	687	1397	2743
		22	67	137	267	530	1060	2119	4162
[4M] 2304 × 1728		10	30	62	121	236	479	975	1915
		20	61	124	242	479	959	1921	3771
		29	88	177	346	686	1374	2794	5486
[3M] 2048 × 1536		12	38	77	151	299	598	1205	2366
		25	75	153	299	592	1185	2364	4642
		36	110	223	435	863	1727	3415	6705
[2M] 1600 × 1200		20	61	124	242	479	959	1921	3771
		33	101	206	401	795	1590	3235	6352
		49	148	301	586	1162	2325	4728	9284
[640] 640 × 480		79	242	489	953	1888	3778	7684	15087
		116	352	711	1386	2747	5496	10245	20116
		156	484	978	1906	3777	7557	15368	30174
Movie
Recorded Pixels	Quality Levels	Built-in memory	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB	2GB	4GB
640 × 480	30fps	19sec.	57sec.	1min 56sec.	3min 47sec.	7min 30sec.	15min 2sec.	30min 7sec.	59min 9sec.
	30fps	25sec.	1min 17sec.	2min 36sec.	5min 4sec.	10min 4sec.	20min 8sec.	40min 58sec.	1h 20min 27sec.
	30fps	38sec.	1min 57sec.	3min 57sec.	7min 42sec.	15min 15sec.	30min 31sec.	1h 15sec.	1h 58min 18sec.
	15fps	37sec.	1min 53sec.	3min 50sec.	7min 28sec.	14min 48sec.	29min 37sec.	1h 15sec.	1h 58min 19sec.
	15fps	49sec.	2min 28sec.	5min 1sec.	9min 46sec.	19min 22sec.	38min 44sec.	1h 18min 47sec.	2h 34min 42sec.
	15fps	1min 15sec.	3min 47sec.	7min 40sec.	14min 56sec.	29min 37sec.	59min 15sec.	1h 53min 48sec.	3h 43min 27sec.
320 × 240	30fps	30sec.	1min 32sec.	3min 6sec.	6min 3sec.	11min 59sec.	23min 59sec.	48min 46sec.	1h 35min 46sec.
	30fps	41sec.	2min 4sec.	4min 12sec.	8min 1sec.	16min 14sec.	32min 29sec.	1h 4min	2h 5min 41sec.
	30fps	58sec.	2min 55sec.	5min 55sec.	11min 33sec.	22min 53sec.	45min 46sec.	1h 33min 6sec.	3h 2min 48sec.
	15fps	58sec.	2min 55sec.	5min 55sec.	11min 33sec.	22min 53sec.	45min 47sec.	1h 33min 7sec.	3h 2min 50sec.
	15fps	1min 19sec.	4min 1sec.	8min 9sec.	15min 52sec.	31min 28sec.	1h 2min 57sec.	2h 8min 1sec.	4h 11min 23sec.
	15fps	1min 56sec.	5min 51sec.	11min 51sec.	23min 5sec.	45min 46sec.	1h 31min 33sec.	2h 50min 41sec.	5h 35min 8sec.
Voice recording
-		Built-in memory	64MB	128MB	256MB	512MB	1GB	2GB	4GB
-		15min 48sec.	47min 56sec.	1h 36min 57sec.	3h 8min 51sec.	6h 14min 13sec.	12h 28min 40sec.	25h 22min 33sec.	49h 49min 27sec.

*The continuous voice recording time is 24 hours.

<Battery and power sources>

What type of batteries does the Optio T30 use?: The Optio T30 includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-L63)

How long does it take a time for full charge of battery?: The time required for full charge is about 120 minutes.

What about Operating Time of battery? (When the D-L63 battery is fully charged): Number of recordable images: Approx. 200.
(at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and the flash used for 50% of shots)
Playback time: Approx. 170 min.
Note: The description above is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on factors such as capture mode and shooting conditions.
The age of the battery can also affect these statistics.

Is an optional AC adapter available?: Yes. The AC adaptor kit (K-AC63) is available as an optional accessory. We do not recommend the use of 3^rd party AC adapters.

<Capture and playback>

How long does it take for the camera to start up?: Start-up time for the Optio T30 is approximately 2.2 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 0.05 sec.
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 0.87 sec/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 64 ~ 400.

What is the Digital SR mode?: The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to as high as ISO 3200 to match the brightness of the subject. Even in dark locations such as indoor and night scenes, it effectively reduces camera shakes and subject blurring that occurs when the subject moves, through fast shutter speeds. It also enables for subjects that are far away, even approximately 15.5m, and in a dark location to be photographed clearly when using flash

What are the Face Recognition AF and Face Recognition AE?: Simply point the camera toward your subject's face and the camera automatically recognizes the location of the subject's face, adjusts the focus (using Face Recognition AF) and the exposure (using Face Recognition AE) and allows you to take a picture

Is manual focus possible?: Yes,

Is shutter priority mode or aperture priority mode available?: No.

Is manual exposure possible?: No,

Is the Optio T30 equipped with noise reduction function?: Yes, The noise reduction is automatically activated when a picture is taken at a shutter speed slower than 1 sec.

Can the image be taken while connecting the camera to the TV?: No. (If it connects with TV by AV cable, it will change to "video output mode" automatically.)

What is the histogram display?: The histogram display shows the brightness distribution of an image. The x-axis shows the brightness level of the image, and the y-axis shows the amount of pixels at that brightness level. A histogram is useful for controlling brightness distribution when using exposure compensation. A histogram also allows you to confirm the exposure of recorded images during playback.

What is the Frame composite?: OptioT30 offers three innovative digital photo frames to recorded images for viewing and printing. There are three frames already stored in the camera.

The other frames can be downloaded from our home page as below URL. http://www.pentax.jp/english/support/digital/frame_01.html

With what edit function do you provide in the playback mode?

Slideshow function
Playback recorded images and movies one after another
The Resize function
Changing the size and quality of a selected image, you can make the file size smaller than the original.
The Trimming function
You can delete the unwanted part of a picture and save the trimmed image as a separate image.
Image/Sound copy function
Copies images and sound files from the built-in memory to the SD memory card and vice versa
Digital effect function
1. Color filter - Uses black and white, sepia, red, blue, green and other color filters to process an image
2. Digital filter - Softens images, makes them look like illustrations or makes the subject look broader or more slender
3. Bright filter - Makes images lighter or darker
4. Frame composite - Adds a decorative frame to an image
5. My drawing - For drawing pictures on an image, adding stamps, creating a stamp from part of the image, and erasing part of the image
Movie Edit function
Saves movie frames as still pictures.
Red-eye compensation function
You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes.
Voice memo function
Adds a voice memo to images.
Protect function
Protects images and sound files from accidental deletion
DPOF function
Inputs DPOF printing settings
Recover the deleted image function
Deleted image and sound can be recovered
Start-up Screen function
Display an image on the start-up screen

Can the voice recorded by Voice recording, Picture voice mode or Voice memo be playback with PC?: Yes.

Can I view the movie on the computer?: Yes, but the following System Requirements is required
[Windows 2000/XP]:
a) Install [ACDSee for PENTAX2.0] provided in the camera box., Quicktime 6 or later is required
b) Install [Quicktime7] provided in the camera box.

[Mac OS9.2 or later] Use Quicktime 6 or later or ACDSee for PENTAX

<Movie function>

Can the optical zoom or digital zoom be used in movie mode?: In movie mode the optical zoom is fixed at the wide-angle end.
Digital zoom is possible when recording movies; optical zoom cannot be used.

Can the focus be adjusted while recording movie?: No, Pan focus mode, Infinity mode, Macro mode and Manual focus mode can be selected when record movie.

What is the file format and frame rate for a movie?: The file format is MOV , recorded at 30 frames per second or 15 frames per second.

Is the OptioT30 equipped an anti-shake function?: Yes,

<Connecting with PC and software>

What type of computer do I need with Optio T30?

Please note the following system requirements:
Windows: The computer Pre-installed version of Windows2000/Me/XP.

Note: Windows 98/98SE, Windows 95 and NT4 do not support USB, so you cannot directly connect the camera. You will need to use a SD card reader with these older operating systems.

Macintosh: The computer should be equipped with built-in USB ports and a pre-installed version of Mac OS 9.2/X (10.1.2 or later)

Note: For Mac OS 9.2 and Mac OS X (10.1.2 or later) the computer will automatically recognize the camera without PENTAX-supplied drivers.

Does Optio T30 support the USB Mass Storage Class standard?: Yes. The Optio T30 is compatible with USB Mass Storage Class standard.

Is the USB cable which provided in the camera box exclusive use for OptioT30?: Yes, Please use a USB cable (I-USB17) which provide in the camera box.

Can the provided application software be used with Windows Vista?: No, the provided application software for OptioT30 compatible with Windows ME/2000/XP.
To make Vista compatibility, please download the upgrade version from below URL.
http://www.pentax.jp/english/support/

What is included in the application software provide with CD-ROM(S-SW61)?: The following application software is provided with CD-ROM(S-SW61)
[Windows] The popular ACDSee for PENTAX2.0, ACDFotoSlate3.0, ACD ShowTime! For Pentax, Direct X 9.0, Quick Time 7.
[Macintosh] ACDSee for PENTAX

<Connecting to the printer>

Can Optio T30 print the date on my image when connect the camera to printer directly?: Yes, if the printer support PictBridge. More information, please refer to the operating manual of the printer

Can the paper size be selected by camera when the PictBridge is connecting: The size of paper can be selected from 12 sizes if all the size is exist in the printer.

<Other>

How can I set the language?

Press Menu button
Touch [Setting]
Touch [Language]
Select language

Setting is touched.		Language is touched.

Language is chosen.

There is No image on the LCD monitor: * LCD monitor is set to OFF in Voice Recording mode, Press OK/Display button to turn LCD monitor on.
* Image is displayed but is hard to see, Image on LCD monitor may be hard to see when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

The image is not clearly display on TV: Please check the video output in the menu and select NTSC or PAL to adapt video output system in your country

Can the charger or AC adaptor be used in foreign countries?: The battery charging stand supplied with the camera is designed to switch automatically to the voltage (100-240V) and frequency (50Hz,60Hz) of the electricity supply in the country or region where used. However, electrical socket shapes differ depending on the country or region. Before traveling abroad, you are advised to check the socket type for your destination

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.
Note: The above data is based on testing after the camera has already run with a new, fully charged battery for a minimum of 24 hours. A brand new camera that has not yet passed 24 hours with a fully charged battery may display different results.

Can I use an infrared remote control?: Yes. Infrared remote control can be used when using the remote control unit E or F (Optional)

Subject is not in focus: * Subjects difficult to focus on using auto focus: objects with little contrast (blue sky, white walls, etc.), dark objects, finely patterned objects, fast-moving objects, scenery through window or net, etc. Lock focus on another object located at same distance (press shutter release button halfway), then aim at target and press shutter release button fully, or use Manual Focus mode.
* Subject is not in focusing area, Position subject in focus frame (focusing area) in middle of LCD monitor. If the subject is outside the focusing area, aim the camera at the subject and lock the focus (press shutter release button halfway), then compose picture and press the shutter release button fully.
* Subject is too close, Set focus mode on (Macro).
* Focus mode is set on (Macro), Normal pictures will be out of focus if taken with focus mode set on (Macro).

Shutter will not release: * Flash is charging - Picture can not be taken while the flash is charging, wait until charging is finished
* No available space on SD memory card - Insert SD memory card with available
* The image is recording - Wait until recording is finished

Flash does not discharge: * Flash mode is set to Off, Set to Auto or ON
The Capture mode is set to Movie, Continuous Shooting, Infinity- Landscape, night scene mode and flash will not discharge in these modes.

Picture is dark: * Subject is too far away in a dark environment, such as a night scene, Picture becomes dark if subject is too far away. Take picture within range of flash.
* Background is dark, when taking a picture of a person against a dark background, such as a night scene, the background may appear dark if the flash does not reach it, even with the correct exposure. Set to B mode to ensure both person and back ground is clear.

The image can not record: * Message [Memory full] display -- The SD Memory Card or the built-in memory is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images.
Change the quality/size and try again.
* Message [Memory card error] display -- Shooting and playback are impossible due to a problem with the SD Memory Card. You may be able to play back an image or sound on a PC.
* Massage [Card not formatted] display -- The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or has been formatted on a PC or other device and is not compatible with this camera.
* Message [Card locked] displayed -- The SD Memory Card is write-protected. Only menu operation and mode change are possible.

When connecting the camera to TV, can the image display on the LCD monitor?: No, while connecting the camera to TV, the LCD monitor become off and image does not display on the LCD monitor.

The computer does not recognized the camera when connecting the camera to the computer via USB port

Please check the following points

Is the USB connection mode set on [PC]?
Press the [Menu] button → Touch [Setting] → Touch [USB] → Touch [PC]
Is the camera connecting to the computer properly?
If the camera connecting to computer via USB hub, please connect the camera directly to the computer.

How can I disconnect camera from the computer?: Windows 2000/ME/XP
Double-click hot plug icon of the taskbar at the lower right of a desktop, and then follow
"safe removal of hardware." → "PENTAX USB DISK Device"
Windows98/98SE
There is no hot plug icon, so turn the Main SW OFF and then disconnect USB cable
Mac OS 9.2
Drag ( Name un-setting up ) icon into the garbage can, and then turn the Main SW OFF and disconnect USB cable
Mac OS X 10.1/10.2/10.3/10.4
Drag ( NO_NAME) icon into the garbage can, and then turn the Main SW OFF and disconnect USB cable

What should I do when I get the error massage “CarbonLib-xxxxx- …” while installing the provided software to Macintosh?: If you see this error message, you should download the latest version of the CarbonLib files from Apple Computer, Inc: http://www.apple.com/ and install them on your computer. Then, you can install the bundled software for your camera.

What should I do when the image can not be viewed in the camera after copied the image from computer to the camera?

The image can be viewed with following procedure

Connect the camera to the computer via USB cable, turn power ON
Running the ACDSee for PENTAX 2.0, and select the image which you want to copy to the camera
Click " Create" in the Menu bar and select " Copy to Camera"
Select " Do not resize" and then click OK button

Is there an operating manual for ACDSee for PENTAX 2.0 attached in the packaging?: For basic information, please refer to the PC Connection Manual included in your camera kit.
For more information, you can refer to ACDSee's built-in help system or download a manual from the ACD Systems website (www.acdsystems.com)

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) settings, 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”.

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

Can Optio T30 print images direct from the printer?: Yes, by connecting the camera to a printer which is support PictBridge with using the USB cable 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

I would like to take my Optio T30 overseas with me and use it. Is this possible?: Warranty
The warranty card that comes with the camera is valid only in the country where you purchased the product. If you intend using your camera overseas for an extended period, we recommend that you change over your warranty to a Pentax international warranty which enables your camera to be covered overseas as well. More information, please contact Pentax Service Center

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