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Your Pentax Digital Camera might not be turning on because the battery isn't installed. Ensure a charged battery is installed. Alternatively, the battery power may be low. Replace it with a charged battery or use the optional AC adapter D-AC50.
What to do if the shutter does not release on Pentax K20D Digital Camera?
If the shutter on your Pentax Digital Camera isn't releasing, it might be because the lens aperture ring setting is not in the correct position. Set the lens aperture ring to the s position or select [Permitted] in [36. Using aperture ring] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. The flash might be charging; wait until charging is finished. Another reason could be that there is no available space on the SD Memory Card. Insert an SD Memory Card with available space or delete unwanted images. Finally, the camera may be recording; wait until recording is finished.
How to fix Shake Reduction if it does not work on Pentax K20D?
If the Shake Reduction isn't working on your Pentax Digital Camera, first, ensure that the Shake Reduction function is turned on using the switch. If you're using a lens for which focal length information cannot be acquired, set the [Focal Length] on the [Input Focal Length] menu. If the shutter speed is too low, making Shake Reduction ineffective for panning or night scenes, turn off Shake Reduction and use a tripod. Finally, if the subject is too close, move away or turn off Shake Reduction and use a tripod.
Why does the flash not discharge on my Pentax K20D Digital Camera?
The flash on your Pentax Digital Camera might not be discharging because the Capture mode is set to B (Green) mode. Only C (Auto discharge) and D (Auto flash+Redeye reduct) are available for the Flash Mode when the Capture mode is B. The flash will not discharge when the subject is bright in these modes. In Capture modes other than B, only the flash mode that discharges every time the flash recharges is available. Try different Capture modes.
Why AE lock function does not operate on Pentax Digital Camera?
The AE lock function on your Pentax Digital Camera is not available when set to B (Green), p (Bulb) or M (Flash X-sync speed) mode. Use AE lock with any setting other than B (Green), p (Bulb) or M (Flash X-sync speed) mode.
What to do if USB connection with a printer does not work properly on Pentax Digital Camera?
If the USB connection with a printer isn't working correctly on your Pentax Digital Camera, the Transfer Mode may be set to [PC]. Set [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up] menu to [PictBridge].
What to do if USB connection with a computer does not work properly on Pentax K20D Digital Camera?
If the USB connection with a computer isn't working correctly on your Pentax Digital Camera, the Transfer Mode may be set to [PictBridge]. Set [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up] menu to [PC].
What to do if Pentax Digital Camera does not operate correctly due to static electricity?
This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the battery out and put it back in again. Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs.
General| Camera Type | Digital SLR |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 23.4 x 15.6 mm |
| Resolution | 14.6 MP |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 3 fps |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Screen Size | 2.7 inches |
| Screen Resolution | 230, 000 dots |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC |
| Dimensions | 141.5 x 101 x 70 mm |
| Weather Sealing | Yes |
| Image Processor | PRIME (Pentax Real Image Engine) |
| Shutter Speed | 30-1/4000 sec |
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery |
| ISO Range | ISO 100 - 3200 (expandable to 6400) |
