Pentax 17491, Operating Manual

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The subject is not
in focus
The subject is difficult
to focus on with
autofocus
The camera may have difficulty in
focusing on such subjects as: low
contrast subjects (a white wall, a blue
sky, etc.), dark subjects, finely-patterned
objects, rapidly-moving objects. It is also
difficult to get proper focus when
shooting through a window or a net. Try
shooting using the focus lock (p.66), or
a
(Manual Focus) (p.114).
The subject is not in
the focusing area
Locate the desired subject in the focus
frame (focusing area) in the center of the
display. If it is difficult to do so, first lock
the focus on the desired subject (focus
lock), and then move the camera to
recompose. You can also take photos by
setting the focusing area on your subject
in [AF Area Selection] mode.
The flash does not
discharge
The flash is not
popped up
Pop up the flash.
The flash mode is set
to
a
(Flash Off)
Set to Auto or b (Flash On) (p.110).
The Drive Mode is set
to Continuous
Shooting (L),
Continuous Shooting
(M), Continuous
Shooting (H) or
l
(Auto Bracket); the
Focus Mode is set to
s
(Infinity); and the
Capture mode is set to
d
(Movie),
S
(Fireworks) or
n
(Stage Lighting).
The flash does not discharge in these
modes.
The flash is not set
The flash is not
popped up
Pop up the flash.
Very occasionally, static electricity may cause camera malfunction. In
this case, remove the battery and install it again. If the camera is then
working properly, normal condition is restored and you can continue
using the camera.
Problem Cause Remedy
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