￿Although the level of functioning pixels is 99. 99% or better, you should be aware that 0. 01% of fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the captured image.

￿Handling of the CF Card

￿The CF card should only be installed or ejected when the power for the camera is off.

￿Never eject a CF card or turn off the power during the data storage process or communication with another device. This could cause damage to the data or the card.

￿Do not bend a CF card or subject it to a strong shock. Do not expose it to water nor leave it place of high temperature.

￿Be sure to format before using an unused CF card or a card used on another camera.

￿Never attempt to eject a CF card while it is being formatted. If you do so, the card would be fatally damaged.

￿It is possible for data stored in the CF card to be erased under the following conditions, so please take care. Please be aware that Pentax bears absolutely no responsibility for

erased data.

*Mishandling of the CF card by the user.

*CF card located where it may be susceptible to static electricity or electrical noise.

*If the card not used for a long period of time.

*If the card ejected or power supply disconnected while the card access lamp is blinking.

*The CF card has a limited lifespan. The stored data may become corrupted if the memory card is not used for a long period of time. Ensure that necessary data is backed up to a personal computer etc. on a regular basis.

￿Avoid using or storing in places where static electricity or electrical noise is likely to occur.

￿Avoid using or storing in places where there are sudden temperature variations or condensation, or in direct sunlight.

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