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Pentax ESPIO 928 QUARTZ DATE User Manual

Pentax ESPIO 928 QUARTZ DATE
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Pentax ESPIO 928 QUARTZ DATE Specifications

General IconGeneral
Film Format35mm
Focusing Range0.6m - infinity
ShutterProgrammed electronic shutter
Exposure ControlProgrammed AE
Built-in FlashYes
Date ImprintYes
TypeCompact camera
Lens28-90mm zoom lens
Focusing SystemAuto Focus
ViewfinderReal-image viewfinder
Exposure ModesAuto
Film Speed SettingISO 25-3200
Film Loading & AdvanceAutomatic
Film RewindingAutomatic
Flash ModesAuto
Self-TimerYes
Weight250 g (without batteries)

Summary

Icon Indicators

Operation & Attention Symbols

Symbols indicating operation direction and points requiring attention.

Lamp & Status Indicators

Symbols showing indicator lamps that are lighted or blinking.

Correct & Incorrect Symbols

Symbols indicating correct or incorrect settings or actions.

Names of Working Parts

Basic Camera Operations

Film Loading and Power On

Steps for opening the camera, loading film, and turning the power on.

Shooting and Film Rewinding

Guidance on framing, focusing, taking pictures, and film rewinding.

Preparations Before Taking Photographs

Essential Setup Steps

Covers strap attachment, main switch, battery check, holding, and lens operation.

Taking Photographs

Film Loading and Handling

Information on usable film types, loading, and unloading procedures.

Viewfinder and Lamp Indicators

Explanation of viewfinder displays and camera lamp signals.

Taking Better Photographs

Key Shooting Modes and Techniques

Covers shooting modes, red-eye reduction, focus lock, and panorama.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Battery and Camera Care

Covers battery replacement, camera care, and troubleshooting common issues.

General Cautions

Battery Precautions

Practical Shooting Guide

Focusing and Zooming Techniques

Guidance on focusing on subjects and using the zoom lens for composition.

Flash and People Photography

Tips for flash photography and photographing people in various situations.

Landscape and Other Tips

Techniques for landscape photography and other shooting advice.

Strap Attachment

Main Switch Operation

Battery Check

Camera Holding Technique

Operating the Zoom Lens

Taking Photographs - Film

Usable Film Types

Information on compatible film types and specifications.

Automatic Film Speed Setting

How the camera automatically sets film speed based on DX coding.

Film Loading Procedure

Viewfinder Displays and Shooting Ranges

Photography Viewfinder Information

Explains viewfinder elements for ordinary and panoramic photography.

Shooting Range Guidance

Specifies usable shooting distances for different camera modes.

Lamp Indications

Focus and Flash Status Lamps

Describes the meaning of green (focus) and red (flash) indicator lamps.

Ordinary Photography Mode

Diopter Adjustment

Taking Pictures

Scene Composition and Lamp Checks

Guidance on framing subjects and checking lamp indicators before shooting.

Shooting Process and Flash Emission

Steps for capturing photos and how the flash emits automatically.

Unloading Film

Film Rewinding and Unloading

Process for rewinding exposed film and removing the cartridge.

Mid-Roll Film Rewinding

Instructions for rewinding film before completing the roll.

Selecting Shooting Modes

Red-Eye Reduction Flash Function

Setting Focusing Modes

Daylight-Synchro Shooting

Slow Shutter Speed Photography

Bulb and Bulb-Synchro Shooting

Bulb and Bulb-Synchro Modes

Guidance on using Bulb mode for long exposures and with flash.

Self-Timer Photography

Self-Timer Shooting Notes

Using the Wireless Remote Control

Remote Control Setup and Use

Covers removing the remote and activating the shooting mode.

Remote Control Indicators and Operation

Remote Control Distance and Zooming

Remote Control Battery Life

Multi-Exposure Shooting

Multi-Exposure Procedure and Notes

Step-by-step guide and important considerations for multi-exposure.

Infinity-Landscape Shooting

Spot AF Shooting

Spot AF Mode Selection and Focus

How to select Spot AF and focus on the subject.

Easy Pic. Shooting

Easy Pic. Shooting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for using the Easy Pic. shooting mode.

Focus-Lock Shooting

Focus Lock Procedure and Tips

How to lock focus on a subject and recompose the shot.

Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects

Exposure Compensation

Setting Exposure Compensation

Step-by-step guide to adjusting exposure compensation values.

Taking Panoramic Format Pictures

Switching and Taking Panoramic Shots

How to switch to panoramic mode and capture panoramic pictures.

Panoramic Picture Development Notes

Date Model Features

Date/Time Mode Switching

How to switch between date, time, and other imprint modes.

Correcting Date and Time

Step-by-step guide for setting and correcting the date and time.

Date Imprinting Precautions

Important warnings and notes regarding date imprinting on pictures.

Battery Exhaustion Warning

Notes on Battery Replacement

Installing and Replacing Battery

Taking Care of Your Camera

Troubleshooting Camera Issues

Shutter Release Problems

Solutions for when the shutter cannot be released.

Picture Clarity Issues

Advice for improving picture clarity and focus.

Zoom Lens Retraction Issues

Explanation for automatic zoom lens retraction.

Remote Control and Zooming Problems

Troubleshooting for remote control and zoom lens operation.

LCD Panel Indicator Interpretation

Interpretation of specific marks displayed on the LCD panel.

Camera Specifications

Warranty Policy

Warranty Service Procedure

Steps for claiming warranty service during the 12-month period.

Working Parts Diagram

LCD Panel Indicators

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