Pentax Optio digital cameras work well under most conditions but may occasionally experience problems. Common problems with the Pentax Optio include the camera not turning on, the LCD screen not functioning and the shutter not releasing when taking a picture. Troubleshoot your camera to fix these common problems and return the Optio to working order.
Instructions
Camera Does Not Turn On
1. Open the battery cover on the bottom of the camera by pressing down on the battery cover lock and pulling out on the cover.
2. Ensure the battery is correctly installed in the compartment. The "+" and "-" symbols should face the inside of the compartment and the "Pentax" logo should face the camera lens.
3. Charge the battery by removing it from the camera and placing it in the supplied battery charger with the "Pentax" logo facing up. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. The battery is fully charged when the indicator lights on the charger turn off.
LCD Screen Does Not Turn On
4. Check that the battery is installed and charged. Press the "Power" button on the top of the camera to turn the camera on. The display should turn on when the power turns on.
5. Press any of the camera's buttons if the camera has been powered on for a long time without use. The power saving feature of the camera turns off the LCD when the camera is not used for a period of time. Pressing any of the buttons takes the camera out of power saving mode.
6. Turn the display on by pressing the "OK/Display" button. You can turn off the LCD by pressing the "OK/Display" button several times, according to your preferences.
7. Disconnect the camera from a computer or television if it is hooked up to either device. The LCD will not turn on when connected.
