Pentax Silkypix K-500, Operating Manual

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To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic
fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with
the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s internal circuitry
and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is manufactured using extremely high
precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better,
you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may
illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the monitor
in this manual are different from the actual ones.
• In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, SDXC Memory Cards
and Eye-Fi Cards are referred to as “SD Memory Cards”.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC
or a Macintosh.
• This camera can be powered with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109,
the AA battery holder D-BH109 with four AA batteries, or an optional AC adapter.
The power supply provided with this camera varies depending on the country
or region where the camera was purchased. This manual is mainly written assuming
that the camera is used with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109.
• In this manual, both D-LI109 and D-BH109 are referred to as the “battery” unless
otherwise stated. Except this, the generic term “battery(ies)” refers to any type
of batteries used for this camera and its accessories.
We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera,
we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following
symbols.
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside
the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera,
never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.
For Using Your Camera Safely
Warning
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
Caution
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause
minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
About the Camera
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