Pentax K Series K-x Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (New Batteries)

Status Screen	Battery Level
w(Green)	Batteries are full.

f(Orange)	Batteries are running low.

z(Red)	Batteries are almost empty.

“Battery depleted”	The camera turns off after displaying the message.

for z(Red) may appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting consecutively. In this situation, turn the camera off and on again. If w (Green) appears, you can use the camera.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (New Batteries)

(Based on ambient operating temperature of 23 ºC)

	Normal	Flash
Batteries	Normal	Photography	Playback Time
Batteries	Recording	Photography	Playback Time
	Recording	(50% Use)
		(50% Use)
AA lithium batteries	1900	1100	680 minutes

AA Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries	640	420	390 minutes
(1900mAh)
AA alkaline batteries	210	130	350 minutes

The image storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards, while other data is based on our measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.

•Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.

•Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures.

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