Where can I send a k-30 in to be looked at?

12345 · 07-18-2015, 06:53 AM

I have a k-30 wanted ad in the wanted section and a guy responded with one that needs looked at by a technician. I am not quite sure what the problem is but he said that it wasn't working right with manual lenses.

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A person bought it from me a while ago, and emailed me saying he could not get it to work correctly with manual lenses, which, apparently, he likes to use. He returned it to me, but I could not make it misbehave (I don't use Pentax manual lenses). It seemed OK to me, but I have found out that it may give some trouble getting images between its card and the computer's picture program.

So does anyone have any suggestions where I can send or take it (in PA) to be looked at?

**UncleVanya** · 07-18-2015, 06:59 AM

No one except precision in CT can get parts.

Adam · 07-18-2015, 07:02 AM

Sounds like user error to me, but if the camera does need servicing then Precision Camera is the only authorized facility in the US, and the only facility able to carry out the repairs.

12345 · 07-18-2015, 07:15 AM

Do either B&H or Adorama repair Pentax stuff?

Lukinosity · 07-18-2015, 07:39 AM

Precision Camera is the only repair center for Pentax cameras and lenses.

WildBikerBill · 07-18-2015, 08:37 AM

My money is on this person not knowing there is a menu item that needs to be switched when using manual lenses or even automatic lenses in the non 'A' position (manual aperture mode) - 'Using Aperture Ring'. It must be set to allow lenses that are not set to the 'A' position to be used.

I have a *istDL, K-x, and K-01. They all have it, but where it appears in the menus varies with the camera.

photolady95 · 07-18-2015, 08:46 AM

See my entry in your wanted ad. I believe this too that the problem exists with the user, not the camera.

07-18-2015, 06:53 AM	#1
12345 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 520	Where can I send a k-30 in to be looked at? I have a k-30 wanted ad in the wanted section and a guy responded with one that needs looked at by a technician. I am not quite sure what the problem is but he said that it wasn't working right with manual lenses. Quote: A person bought it from me a while ago, and emailed me saying he could not get it to work correctly with manual lenses, which, apparently, he likes to use. He returned it to me, but I could not make it misbehave (I don't use Pentax manual lenses). It seemed OK to me, but I have found out that it may give some trouble getting images between its card and the computer's picture program. So does anyone have any suggestions where I can send or take it (in PA) to be looked at?

07-18-2015, 07:02 AM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Sounds like user error to me, but if the camera does need servicing then Precision Camera is the only authorized facility in the US, and the only facility able to carry out the repairs. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-18-2015, 08:37 AM	#6
WildBikerBill New Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 24	My money is on this person not knowing there is a menu item that needs to be switched when using manual lenses or even automatic lenses in the non 'A' position (manual aperture mode) - 'Using Aperture Ring'. It must be set to allow lenses that are not set to the 'A' position to be used. I have a istDL, K-x, and K-01. They all have it, but where it appears in the menus varies with the camera. Last edited by WildBikerBill; 07-18-2015 at 09:35 AM.*

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,446	No one except precision in CT can get parts.

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12345 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 520 Original Poster	Do either B&H or Adorama repair Pentax stuff?

07-18-2015, 07:39 AM	#5
Lukinosity Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 201	Precision Camera is the only repair center for Pentax cameras and lenses.

07-18-2015, 08:46 AM	#7
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	See my entry in your wanted ad. I believe this too that the problem exists with the user, not the camera.