Setting the Home Town, Setting the D.S.T. Mode

Setting the Home Town

You can choose the city (Home Town) in which you will use the camera.

1	Press the four-way controller (45)		Initial settings		1
	to select the desired city (Home		Language/	English	Getting
	to select the desired city (Home
	Town).		City	NYC
2	Town).		DST
	Press the four-way controller (3).		DST
	Press the four-way controller (3).
	The screen for setting the D.S.T will be		MENU Exit	OK OK	Started
	displayed.
	•	See p.128 for the list of cities and corresponding code names.
	•
	•	You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Setting
		the World Time” (p.116).

Setting the D.S.T. Mode

You can choose whether or not to display the Y (Daylight Saving Time) mode.

Use the four-way controller (45) to select Y or Z.

The default setting is Z (Off).

Press the OK button.

The screen for setting the Data and Time will be displayed.

Initial settings
Language/	English
City	NYC
DST
MENU Exit	OK OK

You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Setting the World Time” (p.116).

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Optio 555 specifications

The Pentax Optio 555 is a compact digital camera that was introduced in the early 2000s, capturing the attention of photography enthusiasts and casual users alike. Known for its user-friendly features and solid performance, this camera represented a significant step forward in digital imaging technology during its time.

One of the standout features of the Pentax Optio 555 is its powerful 5-megapixel CCD sensor. This high-resolution sensor allows for images to have exceptional clarity and detail, making it suitable for both casual snapshots and more serious photography projects. The camera also offers a 5x optical zoom lens, which provides a versatile range for composing shots, from wide landscapes to detailed close-ups. The lens has a focal length equivalent to 38-190mm in 35mm film terms and it is complemented by a 4x digital zoom feature, further extending its capability.

The Optio 555 is equipped with a 2-inch LCD display that makes framing and reviewing images a breeze. The screen is bright and offers decent visibility even in various lighting conditions. An important aspect of this model is its user-friendly interface, which allows photographers of all skill levels to navigate through settings and features with ease.

In terms of shooting modes, the Pentax Optio 555 includes a variety of options such as auto, manual, aperture priority, and a range of scene modes designed to optimize settings for specific situations, such as portrait, landscape, and night photography. This flexibility allows users to experiment with different styles and settings according to their needs.

The camera also features progressive JPEG image recording, which allows for efficient storage without sacrificing quality, making it an excellent choice for users who want to maximize their memory card usage. The integration of USB 2.0 for data transfer is another advantage, ensuring fast and easy transmission of images to computers for editing and sharing.

Furthermore, the Optio 555 supports the use of SD memory cards, which enhances storage capabilities while keeping the overall size of the camera compact and lightweight. With its combination of thoughtful features, easy-to-use design, and solid performance, the Pentax Optio 555 remains a noteworthy option in the landscape of early digital cameras, appealing to both novice photographers and seasoned enthusiasts seeking convenience without compromising quality.

Contents

Operating Manual Regarding trademarks Regarding copyrights For Safe USE of Your Camera Care to be Taken During Handling To users of this camera Contents Playback / Erasing Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure Appendix Editing / Settings Contents of the operating manual Checking the Contents of the Package Back Names of PartsFront Guide indications Names of Operating Parts Attaching the Strap Charging the Battery Powering the Camera Close the battery cover Installing the Battery Battery Level Indicator Started Using the AC Adapter optionalGetting Close the battery / card cover Open the battery / card cover Precautions When Using a SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard Card Check Play back Only ModePress the power switch Turning the Camera On and Off Adjusting the Viewfinder Press the four-way controller Initial SettingsSetting the Display Language Setting the D.S.T. Mode Setting the Home Town Setting the Date and Time GettingStarted Quick Set the mode dial to aStart Press the shutter release button To rotate the displayed image Playing Back ImagesPress the Playback button after taking a picture Erasing the image displayed on the LCD monitor Playing Back Previous or Next Images Viewing images on a TV Quick Start Viewing images on the camera Viewing images on a PC Printing images by a printing service Common Operations Selecting the Capture Mode Changing the ModeSwitching Between Capture Mode and Playback Mode Button Using the Button FunctionsCapture Mode Diopter adjustment lever Display button Playback buttonFour-way controller OK button Playback button 1 p.30 Playback ModeDpof button Zoom /f/y button Use the four-way controller 23 to select an item Using the MenusHow to Set the Menus Press the Menu / Fn button ARec.Mode menu Example of menu operation Rec.Mode Menu Menu List Set-up Menu Playback Menu Grid Display Display OnHistogram Display LCD Monitor Off Display Off Taking Pictures Focus Mode Setting the Shooting FunctionsSelecting the Focus Mode Press the q s or z button in Capture mode Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects Manual Focus Press the b button in Capture mode Selecting the Flash Mode B c a d F G D Selecting the Recorded Pixels Change the image quality Selecting the Quality LevelsSelect Quality Level on the a Rec.Mode menu Use the four-way controller 45 to White balance screen will be displayed B c a F G D C Press the Display button Manual SettingChoose W, N or D Paper so that it fills the screen Change the setting Changing the AF Area Focusing AreaSelect Focusing Area on the a Rec.Mode menu Saving the AE Metering Method 1 p.87 Change the metering modeSelect AE Metering on the a Rec.Mode menu Sensitivity Setting the SensitivityChange the Sensitivity Use the four-way controller Setting the Instant Review time Instant ReviewSetting the Image Sharpness Sharpness Select Instant Review on the a Rec.Mode menu Select Saturation on the a Rec.Mode menu Setting the Color Saturation SaturationSetting the Image Contrast Contrast To change the setting from Normal Reduces the brightness Adjusting the Flash OutputSelect Flash Exp. Comp. on the a Rec. Mode menu Select the compensation level Taking Pictures Set the mode dial to a Press the shutter release buttonFlash mode or continuous shooting mode Pictures Setting the Aperture Value Aperture-Priority Mode Setting the Shutter Speed Shutter-Priority Mode Setting the Exposure Manually Manual Exposure Mode Press the shutter release button Registering a function Using Preset Function Settings User Mode Functions that can be set in User mode Registering Functions in User ModeSet the mode dial to E Press the shutter release button Picture will be taken Set the Mode dial to d Use the four-way controller 23 toSelect the required mode Press the shutter release button Picture mode TakingPictures Take the first picture Taking Panorama Pictures Panorama Assist ModeImages will be joined Move the camera to the right and take the second picture Select the 3D mode Taking Stereo Pictures 3D Image Mode Press the Playback button Set the Mode dial to G How to Assemble the 3D Image Viewer How to view 3D pictures using the 3D image viewer Example of a 3D picture Set the mode dial to O Recording Sound Voice Recording Mode Soft Filter Taking Pictures with Digital Filters Digital Filter ModeColor filters Playing back still pictures 1 p.26 Set the Mode dial to D Set the mode dial to C Taking Movie Pictures Movie Picture Mode Keeping the shutter release button pressed Press the Zoom button in Capture mode Using the Zoom Enabling the Digital Zoom Function Press the Menu/Fn button in Capture mode C a d F G D C Capture modeEV Compensation Using the Self-timer Monitor Using the Remote Control Unit optionalRemote control unit Press the button in Capture Continuous Shooting Mode to display j on the LCD MonitorMode will change to Continuous Shooting mode Taking Pictures at Fixed Intervals Interval Shooting Set the interval time Press the Menu / Fn button in Capture modePress the four-way controller 3 to Select Interval Shoot Choose the exposure method with Four-way controller Press in Capture mode to switch to Multiple Exposure modeTaking Pictures When images have been recorded Aim the camera at your subject When there are no recorded images Shooting A Rec. Mode menu will be displayedPress the four-way controller 3 to select Auto Bracket Select the conditions for bracket Press and hold down the shutter release button Choose Off ×1, ×2, ×5, ×10 Taking Fast Forward Movie Pictures Fast Fwd MoviePress the four-way controller 3 to select Fast Fwd Movie Use the four-way controller 45 to Saving the Menu Items Memory Saving the Settings Memory Memory menu will be displayed Image is displayed Playing Back Images and SoundPlaying Back Still Pictures Zoom Display If the image has no voice memo, the screen Enter the playback modeAdding a Voice Memo Following operations can be Performed during playback Playing Back Movie Pictures Following operations can be performed during playback Playing Back Sound Playing back Shooting Information Playback Mode Nine-image Display Q Playback menu will be displayed SlideshowSelect Slideshow with the four Change the playback interval Delete screen will be displayed Erasing ImagesErasing a Single Image or Sound Select Delete with the four-way Sound Delete screen will be displayed Select Sound Delete with the fourErasing a Voice Memo Erasing All Images Enter the Playback mode and press the i button twice Erasing Enter the Playback mode Press the Z button twiceProtecting Images from Deletion Protect Protecting All Images / Sound 100 Viewing Images on a TV Date Setting the Printing Service DpofPrinting Single Image Copies 102 103 104 Connecting the camera to the printerPrinting Directly from the Camera Connected to a Printer Enter the Playback mode, then press the Menu / Fn 105 Printing using the printing service settingsPrinting one image at a time 106 Disconnecting the camera from the printer 107 Editing ImagesChanging the Image Size Press the Menu / Fn button Press the four-way controller 108 Press the four-way controller 45 to select Recorded pixels Trimming with the four-way Trimming ImagesTrim the image Press the OK button Select the Quality level after 110 Using Digital Filters to Edit ImagesBrightness filter 111 Press the Menu button Press the four-way controllerSelect the filter If you selected the brightness filter 112 Camera SettingsHow to recall B Set-up menu Formatting a SD Memory Card / MultiMediaCard 113 Changing the Sound SettingsChanging the volume Same way Press the four-way controller 23 to select StartupChange the Shutter Sound and Operation Sound 115 Setting the Date Style World Time screen will be dis-played Setting the World TimeHow to recall the B Set-up menu Changing the Date / Time 117 Switch O On and P Off with the four-way controller Off Changing the Start-up ScreenSelect Start-up Screen on the B Set-up menu Use the four-way controller 45 to select O On or P 119 Changing the Display LanguageChanging the Video Output Format 120 LCD Power Saving Sleep TimeoutSetting Auto Power Off Editing 121 Setting the Quick Delete FunctionSetting the Quick Zoom Function 122 Registering FunctionsRegistering a function Editing 123 Checking the status SettingsRetrieving a function 124 Adjusting the Focus Limit 125 Resetting to Default Settings Reset Press the four-way controller 23 to select Alarm Setting the AlarmChecking the Alarm Setting the Alarm 127 Turning the Alarm OffTo select alarm Press the four-way controller 128 List of City Names 129 List of Menu Default Settings Ntsc 130 131 Adjustable Rec.Mode Menu Items by Capture Mode 132 Messages 133 134 Troubleshooting 135 136 Main Specifications NTSC, PAL 137 138 Optional Accessories 139 Warranty Policy 140 For customers in USAFor customers in Canada Pour les utilisateurs au Canada 141 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals Pentax Europe GmbH European Headquarters

Setting the Home Town

Press the four-way controller (45)

Getting

Press the four-way controller (3).

Started

Setting the D.S.T. Mode

Press the OK button.

Optio 555 specifications