Pentax K-50 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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Appendix
10
Troubleshooting
In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static
electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it
back in again. After these procedures are done, if the camera operates
correctly, it does not require any repairs.
We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service
center.
Problem Cause Remedy
The camera
does not turn
on
Battery is not
installed
Check if a battery is installed.
Battery is not
installed properly
Check the orientation of battery. Re-insert
battery according to the +/- symbols.
(p.47, p.48)
The battery power
is low
Replace with a charged battery or use the
optional AC adapter kit.
The shutter
cannot be
released
The built-in flash is
charging
E blinks while the built-in flash is
charging. Wait until charging is finished.
There is no
available space on
the SD Memory
Card
Insert an SD Memory Card with available
space or delete unwanted images. (p.73,
p.186)
Recording Wait until recording is finished.
The lens aperture
ring is set to a
position other than
s
Set the lens aperture ring to the s
position or select [Enable] in [22. Using
Aperture Ring] of the [A Custom
Setting 4] menu. (p.265)
Autofocus does
not work
The subject is
difficult to focus on
Autofocus cannot work well for subjects
that have low contrast (sky, white walls,
etc.), dark colors, intricate designs,
rapidly-moving objects or scenery shot
through a window or a net-like pattern.
Lock focus on another object located at
the same distance as your subject, then
aim at the target and press the shutter
release button fully. Alternatively, use
manual focus. (p.110)