Ricoh Pentax K-3 Camera User Manual

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A2 Slow Shutter Speed NR 
*2Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a slow 
shutter speed.
Auto –
Program Line Selects Program Line. Normal p.37
GPS Sets the camera action for when th e optional GPS unit is used. – p.85
A 3 Live 
View
Contrast AF 
*2Sets the AF Mode for shooting with Live View.
Face Detection p.44
Focus Peaking 
*2Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes it 
easier to check the focus. Off p.45
Grid Display Displays the grid during Live View....

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*1 Appears only when the mode dial is set to O, P , or Q .
*2 Can also be set from the control panel.
A 4 Digital 
Preview
Zoom Instant 
Review
Sets whether to display a magnified image during Digital 
Preview.
On
p.46
Save Preview 
Image Sets whether to enable saving an image displayed in Digital 
Preview.
On
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Digital Preview. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Digital Preview. Off
E-Dial 
Progra-
mming G
Sets...

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*1 Can also be set from the control panel.
Movie Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault SettingPage
C 1 Exposure Setting *1Sets the exposure mode for 
C mode. mp.38
Memory Card Options 
*1Selects one of memory cards inserted in SD1 and SD2 slots for 
recording movies. SD1
p.35
Movie Capture Settings 
*1Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate. u/30p p.35
Recording Sound Level 
*1Sets the Recording Sound Level and the volume level for 
recording. Auto –
Digital Filter 
*1Sets a digital...

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Set-up Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault SettingPage
D 1 Language/
W Changes the display language. English p.29
Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.30
World Time Switches between the date and time display of your hometown 
city and that of a specified city.
Hometown
p.74
Text Size Sets whether to magnify the text size when selecting a menu. Standard p.30
Sound Effects Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume for 
In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer,...

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D3 Wireless Memory Card
Sets the camera action for when an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard is 
used.
–
p.78
Reset Resets the settings of the direct keys and for the items of the 
A 
menu,  C menu,  B menu,  D menu, control panel, and 
playback mode palette. ––
D 4 Pixel Mapping
Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the CMOS sensor.–
p.86
Dust Alert Detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays 
the location of the dust on the monitor.
–
p.87
Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS...

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E2 12. AWB in Tungsten Light
Sets the tungsten light color tone for when the white balance is 
set to 
g (Auto White Balance). Subtle 
Correction p.53
13. Color Temperature Steps Sets the adjustment steps for color temperature. Kelvin p.54
14. Superimpose AF Area
Sets whether to display the active AF point in red in the viewfinder.On p.14
E 3 15. AF.S Setting
Sets the action priority for when the focus mode is set to 
x 
and the shutter release button is fully pressed. Focus-priority...

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1Pass the end of the strap 
through the protective 
cover and triangular ring.
2Secure the end of the strap 
on the inside of the clasp.
1Make sure that the camera is turned off.
2Remove the body mount 
cover (1) and lens mount 
cover ( 2).
After removing the cover, be sure 
to put the lens down with the lens 
mount side facing upward.
3Align the lens mount index 
(red dots:  3) on the 
camera and the lens, and 
secure by turning the lens 
clockwise until it clicks.
To remove the...

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u Caution• When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment 
that is relatively free of dirt and dust.
• Keep the body mount cover on the camera when a lens is not  attached.
• Be sure to attach the lens mount cover and lens cap to the  lens after removing it from the camera.
• Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera  or touch the mirror.
• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens  information contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the...

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t Memo• The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes (it 
depends on temperature and remaining battery power). 
Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C 
and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).
u  Caution• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted 
incorrectly, it may not be removed.
• Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before  inserting.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery while the  power is on.
• Be careful as the...

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We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 
when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the 
camera to a computer or AV device.
1Make sure that the camera 
is turned off, and open the 
terminal cover.
2Align the A marks on the 
DC terminal of the AC 
adapter and DC input 
terminal of the camera, and 
connect.
3Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, and 
plug the cord into the power outlet.
u  Caution
• Make sure the camera is turned off before...