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... Viewfinder 10 Mounting the Lens 12 Advancing the Film 13 Loading the Film 14 Setting the Film Speed/Memo Holder 15 Setting the Shutter Dial 16 Activating the Meter 17 Focusing 18 The Standard FA-1 Viewfinder Display 19 Shooting Automatically 20 Using the Exposure Compensation Dial 22 Manual Exposure Control 24 Meter Coupling Range 25 Unloading the Film 26 Holding the Camera 27 Using the Self-Timer/Depth-of-Field Preview/Mirror Lock 28 Multiple Exposures 29 Using a Tripod/Time Exposures...
... Viewfinder 10 Mounting the Lens 12 Advancing the Film 13 Loading the Film 14 Setting the Film Speed/Memo Holder 15 Setting the Shutter Dial 16 Activating the Meter 17 Focusing 18 The Standard FA-1 Viewfinder Display 19 Shooting Automatically 20 Using the Exposure Compensation Dial 22 Manual Exposure Control 24 Meter Coupling Range 25 Unloading the Film 26 Holding the Camera 27 Using the Self-Timer/Depth-of-Field Preview/Mirror Lock 28 Multiple Exposures 29 Using a Tripod/Time Exposures...
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... flash models to measure light directly off the film plane for exposure accuracy regardless of through-the-lens light measurement assures accuracy even under the most difficult and changing lighting conditions. Incorporating a special pattern on the shutter curtain for exposure compensation when using system accessories such as focusing screens or interchangeable finders is the Integrated Direct Metering (IDM) system which transmits information to the LX viewfinder almost to "X" even when the batteries...
... flash models to measure light directly off the film plane for exposure accuracy regardless of through-the-lens light measurement assures accuracy even under the most difficult and changing lighting conditions. Incorporating a special pattern on the shutter curtain for exposure compensation when using system accessories such as focusing screens or interchangeable finders is the Integrated Direct Metering (IDM) system which transmits information to the LX viewfinder almost to "X" even when the batteries...
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.../or Pentax-F series lenses on the LX, be sure to set the aperture ring to a proper f-stop between f/1.4 and f/22 or f/32, not the "A" position. (If set to the "A" position, the lens will automatically be set to the minimum aperture, causing improper exposure.) To release the aperture ring from the "A" position, just turn the ring to the direction of the arrow while depressing the arrow-indicated Aperture Auto Lock Button...
.../or Pentax-F series lenses on the LX, be sure to set the aperture ring to a proper f-stop between f/1.4 and f/22 or f/32, not the "A" position. (If set to the "A" position, the lens will automatically be set to the minimum aperture, causing improper exposure.) To release the aperture ring from the "A" position, just turn the ring to the direction of the arrow while depressing the arrow-indicated Aperture Auto Lock Button...
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... oxide mini-batteries. Then, release the mirror as a warning. NEVER THROW USED BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXCESSIVE HEAT TO PROTECT AGAINST EXPLOSION. To continue picture-taking, simply turn the shutter speed dial to any of the mechanically operated settings (1/2000 second to save the exposure being made when the mirror lock-up as described above and press the film rewind/multiple exposure button at the same time with the lens cap. Battery...
... oxide mini-batteries. Then, release the mirror as a warning. NEVER THROW USED BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXCESSIVE HEAT TO PROTECT AGAINST EXPLOSION. To continue picture-taking, simply turn the shutter speed dial to any of the mechanically operated settings (1/2000 second to save the exposure being made when the mirror lock-up as described above and press the film rewind/multiple exposure button at the same time with the lens cap. Battery...
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... are sure the film has engaged properly, close the back cover and wind the film rewind crank in the direction of the arrow to its original position. ■Draw the film leader across the back and insert it 's a good idea to set to "Automatic," remove the lens cap and aim the camera towards a bright light source to avoid excessively long shutter speeds when advancing the film. ■Open the camera...
... are sure the film has engaged properly, close the back cover and wind the film rewind crank in the direction of the arrow to its original position. ■Draw the film leader across the back and insert it 's a good idea to set to "Automatic," remove the lens cap and aim the camera towards a bright light source to avoid excessively long shutter speeds when advancing the film. ■Open the camera...
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... To set your Pentax LX for synchronization with electronic flash units not providing "dedicated" flash capability with the index at the "B" (Bulb) setting, the shutter operates mechanically without batteries or when battery failure occurs. These speeds are not functional without the need for battery power. These speed settings should be used in the "Automatic" mode from 1/2000th second down to 125 sec. (At ASA/ ISO 100, f/1.2) and electronically-controlled manual shutter speeds...
... To set your Pentax LX for synchronization with electronic flash units not providing "dedicated" flash capability with the index at the "B" (Bulb) setting, the shutter operates mechanically without batteries or when battery failure occurs. These speeds are not functional without the need for battery power. These speed settings should be used in the "Automatic" mode from 1/2000th second down to 125 sec. (At ASA/ ISO 100, f/1.2) and electronically-controlled manual shutter speeds...
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... LX's feathertouch shutter button, which the meter and display will automatically turn off to prevent excessive battery drain. When pressed this instance may cause premature shutter release. By pressing the shutter button lightly, both the exposure metering system and viewfinder LED display are attached and use the shutter button or the MD exposure check button for exposure checks using 1000 500 250 125 X 60 30 15 4 -CIMArIC 2 _ E 2s 11 the dial lock release...
... LX's feathertouch shutter button, which the meter and display will automatically turn off to prevent excessive battery drain. When pressed this instance may cause premature shutter release. By pressing the shutter button lightly, both the exposure metering system and viewfinder LED display are attached and use the shutter button or the MD exposure check button for exposure checks using 1000 500 250 125 X 60 30 15 4 -CIMArIC 2 _ E 2s 11 the dial lock release...
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....B Aperture Window Displays f/stop set on shutter dial. ing. Blue Flag Indicates position of hand-holdable speeds from 1/2000th second to open lens, use tripod or flash. tion of speeds slower than 1/30th second as they appear on camera lens. Red LED glows to indicate long time exposure in automatic. 19* ter setting; tion. Green LEDs Glows to indicate meter selec- nization and flash ready with Pentax dedicated flash units...
....B Aperture Window Displays f/stop set on shutter dial. ing. Blue Flag Indicates position of hand-holdable speeds from 1/2000th second to open lens, use tripod or flash. tion of speeds slower than 1/30th second as they appear on camera lens. Red LED glows to indicate long time exposure in automatic. 19* ter setting; tion. Green LEDs Glows to indicate meter selec- nization and flash ready with Pentax dedicated flash units...
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Speed selected by the camera can be changed by merely selecting a different f/stop you 're sure to 125 seconds during normal temperatures. Because the LX incorporates a direct off-the-film plane light measurement system, readings are made continuously to capture those fleeting moments. Set the lens f/stop or by using motor drive or winder, check the exposure with the dial lock release/MD exposure check button) The LX will allow to...
Speed selected by the camera can be changed by merely selecting a different f/stop you 're sure to 125 seconds during normal temperatures. Because the LX incorporates a direct off-the-film plane light measurement system, readings are made continuously to capture those fleeting moments. Set the lens f/stop or by using motor drive or winder, check the exposure with the dial lock release/MD exposure check button) The LX will allow to...
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... the manual speed settings and return it to the "Automatic" position before resuming shooting. 21 • IMPORTANT: Should you accidentally press the shutter release with the lens cap on or in the dark while the shutter dial is insufficient light for a proper exposure or when the camera has selected a time exposure longer than 4 seconds in the automatic mode. When this occurs, stop your lens down or change the lens...
... the manual speed settings and return it to the "Automatic" position before resuming shooting. 21 • IMPORTANT: Should you accidentally press the shutter release with the lens cap on or in the dark while the shutter dial is insufficient light for a proper exposure or when the camera has selected a time exposure longer than 4 seconds in the automatic mode. When this occurs, stop your lens down or change the lens...
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... camera viewfinder by pressing the shutter release lightly. Once you've turned the lens aperture ring until the blue flag in the viewfinder aperture window, activate the meter and viewfinder display by a blue flag at the top or bottom of the scale indicates that the speed-f/stop appears in the viewfinder aligns with the shutter speed index desired. To set Shutter Speed When fast action calls for a proper exposure, rotate the shutter...
... camera viewfinder by pressing the shutter release lightly. Once you've turned the lens aperture ring until the blue flag in the viewfinder aperture window, activate the meter and viewfinder display by a blue flag at the top or bottom of the scale indicates that the speed-f/stop appears in the viewfinder aligns with the shutter speed index desired. To set Shutter Speed When fast action calls for a proper exposure, rotate the shutter...
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... which can cause blurry photographs. Hold the camera as shown. Press the camera tightly to your forehead for added support and keep your arms close to your body to all camera controls, hold the camera in the palm of your left hand with the thumb and index finger around the camera body with the index finger over the shutter release button.
... which can cause blurry photographs. Hold the camera as shown. Press the camera tightly to your forehead for added support and keep your arms close to your body to all camera controls, hold the camera in the palm of your left hand with the thumb and index finger around the camera body with the index finger over the shutter release button.
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... the shutter -7 • • release button to activate the timer run by simply pressing the lever release button and moving the multi-function lever clockwise towards the lens mount. USING THE SELF-TIMER/DEPTH OF FIELD PREVIEW/MIRROR LOCK Your Pentax LX features a Multi-Function Lever which is used to set the timer delay. Press the lever release button and turn the • multi-function lever counter-clockwise to operate the self-timer...
... the shutter -7 • • release button to activate the timer run by simply pressing the lever release button and moving the multi-function lever clockwise towards the lens mount. USING THE SELF-TIMER/DEPTH OF FIELD PREVIEW/MIRROR LOCK Your Pentax LX features a Multi-Function Lever which is used to set the timer delay. Press the lever release button and turn the • multi-function lever counter-clockwise to operate the self-timer...
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... film rewind/multiple exposure button once again for each additional exposure. Push the film rewind/multiple exposure button. 2. To do so, 1. If you wish to make the second exposure. To return to the original frame without exposing the images already on film, cover the lens with the lens cap, advance the rapid wind lever, set the shutter dial to a manual speed to avoid long exposures and press the shutter release button. 4. Cover the lens with the lens...
... film rewind/multiple exposure button once again for each additional exposure. Push the film rewind/multiple exposure button. 2. To do so, 1. If you wish to make the second exposure. To return to the original frame without exposing the images already on film, cover the lens with the lens cap, advance the rapid wind lever, set the shutter dial to a manual speed to avoid long exposures and press the shutter release button. 4. Cover the lens with the lens...
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..., a locking cable release is recommended. For exposures longer than 5.5mm (0.22 in extremely low light levels for special creative effects. When shooting at "B," always mount your camera to a tripod or other stable support and use the "B" (Bulb) shutter speed setting to make long exposures in .). To prevent any possibility of the LX camera is depressed. \m s 09 4 •30 At tt TAX • • • USING A TRIPOD/TIME EXPOSURES AT "B" Using...
..., a locking cable release is recommended. For exposures longer than 5.5mm (0.22 in extremely low light levels for special creative effects. When shooting at "B," always mount your camera to a tripod or other stable support and use the "B" (Bulb) shutter speed setting to make long exposures in .). To prevent any possibility of the LX camera is depressed. \m s 09 4 •30 At tt TAX • • • USING A TRIPOD/TIME EXPOSURES AT "B" Using...
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.... Auto Flash Sync/Viewfinder Ready Light After making the proper connection for flash operation (i.e., by attaching the AF200T or AF280T to the LX hotshoe, the AF080C Control Pack to the hotshoe, or the 4P Sync Cord for flash and illuminate the viewfinder LED at 1/50 sec. With the AF280T and AF400T it allows you switch the flash on the camera body), set the flash unit for exposure compensation when using filters...
.... Auto Flash Sync/Viewfinder Ready Light After making the proper connection for flash operation (i.e., by attaching the AF200T or AF280T to the LX hotshoe, the AF080C Control Pack to the hotshoe, or the 4P Sync Cord for flash and illuminate the viewfinder LED at 1/50 sec. With the AF280T and AF400T it allows you switch the flash on the camera body), set the flash unit for exposure compensation when using filters...
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... syn- The "X" termi- the "FP" terminal for flash when the viewfinder indicates a faster speed or the complete frame will not be used. be sure to accept a wide array of flash models using either the built-in hotshoe of the camera body. Shutter speed X000 X000 Y500 /125 X /'1/60 130 115 1/ /8 1/ 4 1/ 2 1 25 4S B Terminal Electronic Auto speeds flash Manual speeds FP-type bulbs I I I Usable speeds I X FP F-type, MF-type bulbs I X 37* tronic flash and bulb-type flash units.
... syn- The "X" termi- the "FP" terminal for flash when the viewfinder indicates a faster speed or the complete frame will not be used. be sure to accept a wide array of flash models using either the built-in hotshoe of the camera body. Shutter speed X000 X000 Y500 /125 X /'1/60 130 115 1/ /8 1/ 4 1/ 2 1 25 4S B Terminal Electronic Auto speeds flash Manual speeds FP-type bulbs I I I Usable speeds I X FP F-type, MF-type bulbs I X 37* tronic flash and bulb-type flash units.
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Model FF-1 Waist-Level Finder Folds almost flat yet pops up work . FD-1 Magni Eyepiece - Focusing-type diopter correction from -5 to +4 inclusive is important. FD-2 Standard Eyepiece - Adjustable diopter correction range from -4.5 to +3.5 inclusive. Each eyepiece bayonet mounts quickly and easily providing all data except aperture setting is visible in the reversed position. FC-1 Action Eyepiece - A waist-level...
Model FF-1 Waist-Level Finder Folds almost flat yet pops up work . FD-1 Magni Eyepiece - Focusing-type diopter correction from -5 to +4 inclusive is important. FD-2 Standard Eyepiece - Adjustable diopter correction range from -4.5 to +3.5 inclusive. Each eyepiece bayonet mounts quickly and easily providing all data except aperture setting is visible in the reversed position. FC-1 Action Eyepiece - A waist-level...
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...). Integrated Direct Metering (IDM) system measures light at "X" and visible ready light/exposure check in curtain blind for automatic operation are made off fixed pattern on shutter release button or MD exposure check button; Meter activated by adjustment screw. Flash Control: TTL measurement of ambient and electronic flash lighting directly off film plane with "T"-type Pentax flash models, providing auto flash synch at the film plane via Silicon Photo Diode (SPD): high speed measurements for use with Watch Data LX...
...). Integrated Direct Metering (IDM) system measures light at "X" and visible ready light/exposure check in curtain blind for automatic operation are made off fixed pattern on shutter release button or MD exposure check button; Meter activated by adjustment screw. Flash Control: TTL measurement of ambient and electronic flash lighting directly off film plane with "T"-type Pentax flash models, providing auto flash synch at the film plane via Silicon Photo Diode (SPD): high speed measurements for use with Watch Data LX...
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.... Viewfinder Display: Focusing Screen: Film Transport: Exposure Counter Film Rewind: Power Source: Mirror: Back Cover: Body Size: Body Weight: Other Features Tri-color display for TTL measured shutter speeds with green LEDs indicating hand-holdable speeds from 1/2000th second to 1/30th second, yellow LEDs as multiple exposure button to disengage film advance mechanism. blue flag indicates automatic at "0", "20", "24" and "36"; fully interchangeable with color-coded indexes at "A" and manually selected shutter speeds; operates in shutter...
.... Viewfinder Display: Focusing Screen: Film Transport: Exposure Counter Film Rewind: Power Source: Mirror: Back Cover: Body Size: Body Weight: Other Features Tri-color display for TTL measured shutter speeds with green LEDs indicating hand-holdable speeds from 1/2000th second to 1/30th second, yellow LEDs as multiple exposure button to disengage film advance mechanism. blue flag indicates automatic at "0", "20", "24" and "36"; fully interchangeable with color-coded indexes at "A" and manually selected shutter speeds; operates in shutter...