Troubleshooting, 9app e nd ix – Pentax OPTIO M10 User Manual
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9
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Camera will not 
turn on
Batteries are not 
installed
Check if batteries are installed. If not, 
install batteries.
Battery is installed 
incorrectly
Check orientation of batteries.
Reinsert batteries according to the +- 
symbols on the battery compartment. 
(p.20)
Battery power is low
Insert new batteries or use the AC adapter.
No image on LCD 
monitor
Camera is connected 
to a PC
LCD monitor is off when camera is 
connected to a computer.
Camera is connected 
to a TV
LCD monitor is off when camera is 
connected to a TV.
Image is displayed but 
is hard to see
Image on LCD monitor may be hard to 
see when taking pictures outside in 
sunlight.
Shutter will not 
release
Flash is charging
Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is 
charging. Wait until charging is finished.
No available space on 
SD Memory Card or in 
the built-in memory
Insert SD Memory Card with available 
space or delete unwanted images. (p.26, 
p.103)
Recording
Wait until recording is finished.
Picture is dark
Subject is too far away 
in a dark environment, 
such as a night scene
Picture becomes dark if subject is too far 
away. Take picture within range of flash.
