LX Manual
Page 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS Benefits of LX Photography 2 Description of Parts 4 Batteries 8 Attaching the Viewfinder 10 Mounting the Lens 12 Advancing the Film 13 Loading the Film 14 Setting the Film Speed/Memo Holder 15 Setting the ... Tables 33 Shooting with TTL Integrated Automatic Flash Units 34 "Dedicated" Automatic Flash Units 36 Other Flash Units 37 Case and Strap 38 Grips 39 LX Interchangeable Viewfinders 40 Changing the Focusing Screen 42 Special Accessories for...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Benefits of LX Photography 2 Description of Parts 4 Batteries 8 Attaching the Viewfinder 10 Mounting the Lens 12 Advancing the Film 13 Loading the Film 14 Setting the Film Speed/Memo Holder 15 Setting the ... Tables 33 Shooting with TTL Integrated Automatic Flash Units 34 "Dedicated" Automatic Flash Units 36 Other Flash Units 37 Case and Strap 38 Grips 39 LX Interchangeable Viewfinders 40 Changing the Focusing Screen 42 Special Accessories for...
LX Manual
Page 4
...-mechanical shutter mechanism delivers electronically-controlled stepless speeds in exposure control. THE BENEFITS OF LX PHOTOGRAPHY IDM Light Measurement The heart of the Pentax LX is virtually eliminated. Because the IDM system measures light at the film plane, the LX works with dificult bounce lighting or at close subject distances. The unique FB-1 Systems... 125 seconds, provides manual speeds from 1/2000th second to 4 seconds, and features a special design which provides manual speeds from 1/2000th second to "X" even when the batteries fail (see page 9, 16).
...-mechanical shutter mechanism delivers electronically-controlled stepless speeds in exposure control. THE BENEFITS OF LX PHOTOGRAPHY IDM Light Measurement The heart of the Pentax LX is virtually eliminated. Because the IDM system measures light at the film plane, the LX works with dificult bounce lighting or at close subject distances. The unique FB-1 Systems... 125 seconds, provides manual speeds from 1/2000th second to 4 seconds, and features a special design which provides manual speeds from 1/2000th second to "X" even when the batteries fail (see page 9, 16).
LX Manual
Page 9
44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 53 54 55 • Rubber grip • Automatic advance contacts a) Auto film rewind • coupling Base plate a) Battery chamber cap al Tripod socket © Film transport relay pin © Film rewind/ Multiple exposure button ▪ Film transport rate control coupling © Film transport coupler © Rim of back cover © Roller rF- 56 5 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 7•
44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 53 54 55 • Rubber grip • Automatic advance contacts a) Auto film rewind • coupling Base plate a) Battery chamber cap al Tripod socket © Film transport relay pin © Film rewind/ Multiple exposure button ▪ Film transport rate control coupling © Film transport coupler © Rim of back cover © Roller rF- 56 5 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 7•
LX Manual
Page 10
... viewfinder shutter speed LED will continue to 26, 12$ see if batteries are inserted properly and the camera's electrical systems X are packed separately with your Pentax LX operate on two 1.5-volt mini- Place the two batteries in the direction of your camera. To check battery voltage, activate the camera's metering $360 1: system by inserting the...
... viewfinder shutter speed LED will continue to 26, 12$ see if batteries are inserted properly and the camera's electrical systems X are packed separately with your Pentax LX operate on two 1.5-volt mini- Place the two batteries in the direction of your camera. To check battery voltage, activate the camera's metering $360 1: system by inserting the...
LX Manual
Page 11
...same time with the lens cap. Protect your camera from leakage by removing the batteries whenever the camera will not be in your camera will take the picture. However, the LX camera incorporates an electro-mechanical shutter system which allows the photographer to "X") no ...interruption of the camera. NEVER THROW USED BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXCESSIVE HEAT TO PROTECT AGAINST EXPLOSION. Should batteries require replacement, replace BOTH at the ...
...same time with the lens cap. Protect your camera from leakage by removing the batteries whenever the camera will not be in your camera will take the picture. However, the LX camera incorporates an electro-mechanical shutter system which allows the photographer to "X") no ...interruption of the camera. NEVER THROW USED BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXCESSIVE HEAT TO PROTECT AGAINST EXPLOSION. Should batteries require replacement, replace BOTH at the ...
LX Manual
Page 18
.../ ISO 100, f/1.2) and electronically-controlled manual shutter speeds from 1/2000th second to use aligns with the LX camera (see page 37). Electronically-Controlled Shutter Speeds Your Pentax LX provides electronically-controlled stepless shutter speeds in the event battery failure interrupts normal camera operation. s 0 ist)1 8 INN AUTOMATIC St • . 0,9 44 Nulfv--li -A- • 16 SETTING...
.../ ISO 100, f/1.2) and electronically-controlled manual shutter speeds from 1/2000th second to use aligns with the LX camera (see page 37). Electronically-Controlled Shutter Speeds Your Pentax LX provides electronically-controlled stepless shutter speeds in the event battery failure interrupts normal camera operation. s 0 ist)1 8 INN AUTOMATIC St • . 0,9 44 Nulfv--li -A- • 16 SETTING...
LX Manual
Page 19
...to unlock. 17 • This is because the shutter stroke is simplest to activate the meter and check the exposure when using the LX in conjunction with the motor drive or winder, always use of activating the exposure meter in this activates the meter and lights the ...exposure check button. Shutter Release Lock Slide to the left to lock shutter button and metering system, slide to the right to prevent excessive battery drain. When pressed this instance may cause premature shutter release. Shutter Release Button For general shooting, it is shorter than normal when the...
...to unlock. 17 • This is because the shutter stroke is simplest to activate the meter and check the exposure when using the LX in conjunction with the motor drive or winder, always use of activating the exposure meter in this activates the meter and lights the ...exposure check button. Shutter Release Lock Slide to the left to lock shutter button and metering system, slide to the right to prevent excessive battery drain. When pressed this instance may cause premature shutter release. Shutter Release Button For general shooting, it is shorter than normal when the...
LX Manual
Page 47
...and damage internal mechanisms. Protect both the camera body and lens from moisture, it immediately to a Pentax Service Center to determine if repairs can cause serious damage in its case, bag or wrapping so that... use the pincette as possible. Several places exist where water can be effected. •The automatic shutter of the LX will operate over a temperature range of 50°C (122°F) to -20°C (-4°F), and the... This can get wet, dry it in low temperatures carry spare batteries. •Always store your LX has specially-designed gaskets to condensation buildup.
...and damage internal mechanisms. Protect both the camera body and lens from moisture, it immediately to a Pentax Service Center to determine if repairs can cause serious damage in its case, bag or wrapping so that... use the pincette as possible. Several places exist where water can be effected. •The automatic shutter of the LX will operate over a temperature range of 50°C (122°F) to -20°C (-4°F), and the... This can get wet, dry it in low temperatures carry spare batteries. •Always store your LX has specially-designed gaskets to condensation buildup.
LX Manual
Page 48
... 2X and 4X with click stops at ASA/ISO 100 under normal temperatures and humidity). Lens Mount: Shutter: Pentax Bayonet Mount with Watch Data LX. Flash Control: TTL measurement of ambient and electronic flash lighting directly off after 25 seconds. Synchronization: FA-1 ... Compensation: Viewfinder: Up to ±2 EV automatic exposure compensation in viewfinder to 125 seconds; mechanical speeds and "B" operational without batteries; Standard FA-1 Interchangeable Eye-Level Pentaxprism Finder features silver-coating and shows 98% vertical, 95% horizontal of field preview and ...
... 2X and 4X with click stops at ASA/ISO 100 under normal temperatures and humidity). Lens Mount: Shutter: Pentax Bayonet Mount with Watch Data LX. Flash Control: TTL measurement of ambient and electronic flash lighting directly off after 25 seconds. Synchronization: FA-1 ... Compensation: Viewfinder: Up to ±2 EV automatic exposure compensation in viewfinder to 125 seconds; mechanical speeds and "B" operational without batteries; Standard FA-1 Interchangeable Eye-Level Pentaxprism Finder features silver-coating and shows 98% vertical, 95% horizontal of field preview and ...
LX Manual
Page 49
...fully interchangeable with 120° throw and 25° standoff angle; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System. Single-stroke, rapid wind lever with 8 other focusing screen models through the lens mount. mirror locks when batteries fail. lock provision. blue flag indicates automatic at "0", "20", "...-color display for automatic film advance and automatic rewind capability. Automatic rewind with most lenses; Back is fully interchangeable with Dial Data LX, Watch Data LX and LX Bulk Film Magazine. 144.5mm x 90.5mm x 50mm (5.7" x 3.6" x 1.9") with standard FA-1 Finder attached. 570 grams...
...fully interchangeable with 120° throw and 25° standoff angle; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System. Single-stroke, rapid wind lever with 8 other focusing screen models through the lens mount. mirror locks when batteries fail. lock provision. blue flag indicates automatic at "0", "20", "...-color display for automatic film advance and automatic rewind capability. Automatic rewind with most lenses; Back is fully interchangeable with Dial Data LX, Watch Data LX and LX Bulk Film Magazine. 144.5mm x 90.5mm x 50mm (5.7" x 3.6" x 1.9") with standard FA-1 Finder attached. 570 grams...