Ricoh Kr5 Instruction Manual

Operating Manual
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(http://www.pentax.jp)
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Systems S.A.S.
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FRANCE
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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX W Digital Camera. Please read this manual 
before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. 
Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the 
camera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J 
lenses and lenses that have an s (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other 
lens or accessory, see p.56 and...

1To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this device 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 product’s internal circuitry and cause 
camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the monitor is manufactured using extremely high 
precision technology. Although the...

2• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn 
yourself.
• Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may 
occur.
• Do not send data via infrared transmission with the infrared port of the camera pointed 
at a person’s eyes. Doing so may cause impaired eyesight and other injury.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature 
burns when holding such portions for long periods.
• Should the...

3
 Warning
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub 
them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.
 Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an 
explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion 
or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to 
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself...

4• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries 
could explode or catch fire. AA batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH 
batteries cannot be charged.
• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may 
cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to 
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal....

5• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to 
protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at 
normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid 
crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause...

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For Using Your Camera Safely ............................................................ 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................... 4
Contents............................................................................................... 6
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................... 13
Before Using Your Camera 15
W Camera Characteristics.....................................................16
Checking the Contents of...

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Basic Operations 67
Basic Shooting Operation ...........................................................68Holding the Camera ........................................................................... 68
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings.............................. 69
Using a Zoom Lens ......................................................................74
Using the Built-in Flash ...............................................................75
Setting the Flash Mode...

8Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before 
Shooting (Preview) .....................................................................137
Assigning the Preview Function to the Green Button ...................... 137
Displaying the Optical Preview ........................................................ 139
Displaying the Digital Preview.......................................................... 140
Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera 
Shake...