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...-of -field scale 34 or actual damage to these precise Using a tripod/time exposures at "B" 31 specifications and therefore, Shooting pointers 32 may cause difficulties with Pentax Viewfinder diagram 44 cameras and photograph ical Specifications 46 products. CONTENTS Basic operating instructions "Your ME SUPER Quick Course" 2 Description of parts 4 Lens mounting 6 Inserting batteries...
...-of -field scale 34 or actual damage to these precise Using a tripod/time exposures at "B" 31 specifications and therefore, Shooting pointers 32 may cause difficulties with Pentax Viewfinder diagram 44 cameras and photograph ical Specifications 46 products. CONTENTS Basic operating instructions "Your ME SUPER Quick Course" 2 Description of parts 4 Lens mounting 6 Inserting batteries...
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Welcome to begin using your camera and insure years of the manual. If you wish to familiarize ...the entire manual very carefully as soon as possible, so that you will understand the full capabilities of your new Pentax ME SUPER right away, we know you can get started. We also recommend that you read the pertinent sections of trouble...-free operation. •1 Since we 've provided an "ME SUPER Quick Course" on pages 2 and 3 which covers the basic operating instructions for the "AUTO" mode (the main operating mode...
Welcome to begin using your camera and insure years of the manual. If you wish to familiarize ...the entire manual very carefully as soon as possible, so that you will understand the full capabilities of your new Pentax ME SUPER right away, we know you can get started. We also recommend that you read the pertinent sections of trouble...-free operation. •1 Since we 've provided an "ME SUPER Quick Course" on pages 2 and 3 which covers the basic operating instructions for the "AUTO" mode (the main operating mode...
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...with a tripod, etc., (see page 31) or 0 switch to the section that covers those between "2000" and "60" on the viewfinder scale), you can 0 use a wider lens aperture where a GREEN LED appears (see pages 28-29) With auto exposures, the fully automatic metering system of the LED dots beside the... shutter speed scale in your new Pentax ME SUPER selects exactly the right shutter speed for the lighting conditions in the viewfinder glows. To operate the camera in other modes refer to flash ...
...with a tripod, etc., (see page 31) or 0 switch to the section that covers those between "2000" and "60" on the viewfinder scale), you can 0 use a wider lens aperture where a GREEN LED appears (see pages 28-29) With auto exposures, the fully automatic metering system of the LED dots beside the... shutter speed scale in your new Pentax ME SUPER selects exactly the right shutter speed for the lighting conditions in the viewfinder glows. To operate the camera in other modes refer to flash ...
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... this setting until both top and bottom sprockets engage o . Place the film cartridge in the film chamber, and push down the rewind knob. If you use "AUTO," remove the lens cap and point the camera toward the light, otherwise inordinately long exposures will occur if you...
... this setting until both top and bottom sprockets engage o . Place the film cartridge in the film chamber, and push down the rewind knob. If you use "AUTO," remove the lens cap and point the camera toward the light, otherwise inordinately long exposures will occur if you...
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... shooting situations. the camera sets the shutter speed automatically, freeing you to "AUTO," you simply choose the desired mode of the dial with your ME SUPER. "AUTO": Your might consider "AUTO" the normal exposure mode and the others as auxiliary modes for allowing novices to take advantage of shooting opportunities when... the dial until the white button aligns with the desired mode setting. To set the shutter speed in the "AUTO" exposure mode and pushbuttons are used to the four exposure modes, the dial also features a shutterbutton lock setting.
... shooting situations. the camera sets the shutter speed automatically, freeing you to "AUTO," you simply choose the desired mode of the dial with your ME SUPER. "AUTO": Your might consider "AUTO" the normal exposure mode and the others as auxiliary modes for allowing novices to take advantage of shooting opportunities when... the dial until the white button aligns with the desired mode setting. To set the shutter speed in the "AUTO" exposure mode and pushbuttons are used to the four exposure modes, the dial also features a shutterbutton lock setting.
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...freeze the shutter speed at this instance, set the dial to prevent accidental shutter release. page 20.) "125X": This is the ME SUPER's revolutionary new "pushbutton" manual exposure setting. methanical shutter speed provided primarily for preliminary film advance. (See page 8) "B" (Bulb):...for flash synchronization with electronic flash units other than the 4-second range of battery failure. While shutter speeds vary continuously in the viewfinder using the dual "pushbutton" control system. (See "MANUAL EXPOSURES." "M" (Manual): This is a 1/125 sec. Time exposures lasting several...
...freeze the shutter speed at this instance, set the dial to prevent accidental shutter release. page 20.) "125X": This is the ME SUPER's revolutionary new "pushbutton" manual exposure setting. methanical shutter speed provided primarily for preliminary film advance. (See page 8) "B" (Bulb):...for flash synchronization with electronic flash units other than the 4-second range of battery failure. While shutter speeds vary continuously in the viewfinder using the dual "pushbutton" control system. (See "MANUAL EXPOSURES." "M" (Manual): This is a 1/125 sec. Time exposures lasting several...
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... aperture is the smallest aperture or "minimum aperture." However, when shooting on the aperture control ring of the lens are referred to the lens aperture used. f/2.8 12 3 n 444 • 22151 85s 42e 215 `4\ To set the aperture, align the figure equivalent to vary the aperture setting from the norm for example...
... aperture is the smallest aperture or "minimum aperture." However, when shooting on the aperture control ring of the lens are referred to the lens aperture used. f/2.8 12 3 n 444 • 22151 85s 42e 215 `4\ To set the aperture, align the figure equivalent to vary the aperture setting from the norm for example...
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... circle difficult, focus with the microprism collar © by a microprism collar. The surrounding field also gives better results than the center spot when using telephoto lenses having a small maximum aperture. 14• In addition, the field surrounding the center spots el may also be... viewfinder field. 41111 111,* -a/ FOCUSING AND COMPOSING The focusing screen inside the collar. For precise focus, turn the o focusing ring of your ME SUPER is a split-image type surrounded by turning the focusing ring until the image comes in clear in the split-image circle at the center align...
... circle difficult, focus with the microprism collar © by a microprism collar. The surrounding field also gives better results than the center spot when using telephoto lenses having a small maximum aperture. 14• In addition, the field surrounding the center spots el may also be... viewfinder field. 41111 111,* -a/ FOCUSING AND COMPOSING The focusing screen inside the collar. For precise focus, turn the o focusing ring of your ME SUPER is a split-image type surrounded by turning the focusing ring until the image comes in clear in the split-image circle at the center align...
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... dial will bring improved results. In most cases, sharply focused, well-exposed photos are easily obtained and the only adjustments required are also instances when use of the Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicators glows. When it remains lit for approximately 20 - 35 seconds. If it is set properly (page 9). (2) Preset the...
... dial will bring improved results. In most cases, sharply focused, well-exposed photos are easily obtained and the only adjustments required are also instances when use of the Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicators glows. When it remains lit for approximately 20 - 35 seconds. If it is set properly (page 9). (2) Preset the...
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..." and "60," no further adjustments are required. OVEREXPOSURE If the RED LED beside the "OVER" indication at "2000" (when more depth-of-field is desired use a slower shutter speed and smaller lens aperture - To correct for overexposure, turn the aperture ring clockwise to a smaller aperture (i.e., f/5.6 to AUTO. 16• see page...
..." and "60," no further adjustments are required. OVEREXPOSURE If the RED LED beside the "OVER" indication at "2000" (when more depth-of-field is desired use a slower shutter speed and smaller lens aperture - To correct for overexposure, turn the aperture ring clockwise to a smaller aperture (i.e., f/5.6 to AUTO. 16• see page...
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... (page28-29). often produces "camera shake" at the fastest possible shutter speed indicated by a YELLOW LED, but brace the camera on a firm surface: better still, use a tripod - this LED lights, first try a wider lens aperture (i.e., f/5.6 to f/2.8, f/1.7, etc.) to warn you reach the widest lens aperture, do either of the following: Shoot... cause blurred pictures. even vibration from pressing the shutter button - If the RED "UNDER" LED remains lit even at the widest aperture: 0 make a time exposure using a tripod at the bottom of the camera -
... (page28-29). often produces "camera shake" at the fastest possible shutter speed indicated by a YELLOW LED, but brace the camera on a firm surface: better still, use a tripod - this LED lights, first try a wider lens aperture (i.e., f/5.6 to f/2.8, f/1.7, etc.) to warn you reach the widest lens aperture, do either of the following: Shoot... cause blurred pictures. even vibration from pressing the shutter button - If the RED "UNDER" LED remains lit even at the widest aperture: 0 make a time exposure using a tripod at the bottom of the camera -
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... the sun behind them, or against a bright snowy background, brightly lit window, etc., increase the exposure by setting the dial either to 2X or 4X. (Use your own judgement of the brightness of the scene in determining which factor to help bring out the details of the subject. compensated ALWAYS SET... spotlighted on stage, etc., or for any intensely lit subject against a dark background, decrease the exposure by setting the dial to 112X or 1/4X to use.) Compensation for Spotlighted Subjects: When the subject is • 19
... the sun behind them, or against a bright snowy background, brightly lit window, etc., increase the exposure by setting the dial either to 2X or 4X. (Use your own judgement of the brightness of the scene in determining which factor to help bring out the details of the subject. compensated ALWAYS SET... spotlighted on stage, etc., or for any intensely lit subject against a dark background, decrease the exposure by setting the dial to 112X or 1/4X to use.) Compensation for Spotlighted Subjects: When the subject is • 19
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... exposure at "1000." (When going from a slow to take precautions against camera shake (page 17). If the given shutter speed is not necessary to use a slow shutter speed below 1/60 sec., be sure to a fast shutter speed, it remains lit when you preset the lens aperture...at the "B" setting (page 31), or switch to flash photography (pages 28-29.) NOTE Shortcut: When changing from a fast to go out when you use the shutter speed increase button. If the underexposure LED remains lit even after you have given maximum exposure, either method, when exposure conditions require that...
... exposure at "1000." (When going from a slow to take precautions against camera shake (page 17). If the given shutter speed is not necessary to use a slow shutter speed below 1/60 sec., be sure to a fast shutter speed, it remains lit when you preset the lens aperture...at the "B" setting (page 31), or switch to flash photography (pages 28-29.) NOTE Shortcut: When changing from a fast to go out when you use the shutter speed increase button. If the underexposure LED remains lit even after you have given maximum exposure, either method, when exposure conditions require that...
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...: After mounting the flash unit, set at 1/125 sec. AUTO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE AF 200S/AF 160 Your Pentax ME SUPER features the added convenience of automatic flash synch when used with the flash unit. You can also 30 revert to the previous non-flash mode simply by switching the flash...viewfinder to the 4s instructions accompanying the unit. 28* when the unit changes. nor do you use the AF 200S or AF 160, there's no need EF to synchronize the camera with either the Pentax AF 200S or AF 160 Auto Flash. Regardless of the flash unit and the lens aperture ...
...: After mounting the flash unit, set at 1/125 sec. AUTO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE AF 200S/AF 160 Your Pentax ME SUPER features the added convenience of automatic flash synch when used with the flash unit. You can also 30 revert to the previous non-flash mode simply by switching the flash...viewfinder to the 4s instructions accompanying the unit. 28* when the unit changes. nor do you use the AF 200S or AF 160, there's no need EF to synchronize the camera with either the Pentax AF 200S or AF 160 Auto Flash. Regardless of the flash unit and the lens aperture ...
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... grip-type units may also be mounted, usually via the camera hotshoe. If the unit is a cordless shoe-mount type, synchronization is used with the camera. Also note that the viewfinder LED flash ready and shutterspeed indication is not given when the manual "125X" shutter speed ... other operating instructions. 1:1 ULy Ej125x.ik-- •29 OTHER FLASH UNITS The ME SUPER may be used . Small shoe-mount type units fit directly to the hotshoe on top of flash unit you are using, refer to "125X." Synchronize them manually by turning the exposure mode dial to the instructions...
... grip-type units may also be mounted, usually via the camera hotshoe. If the unit is a cordless shoe-mount type, synchronization is used with the camera. Also note that the viewfinder LED flash ready and shutterspeed indication is not given when the manual "125X" shutter speed ... other operating instructions. 1:1 ULy Ej125x.ik-- •29 OTHER FLASH UNITS The ME SUPER may be used . Small shoe-mount type units fit directly to the hotshoe on top of flash unit you are using, refer to "125X." Synchronize them manually by turning the exposure mode dial to the instructions...
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...-wind lever. Finally, release the shutter to function each time the shutter is advanced. Note: Cover the viewfinder eyepiece with the accessory Finder Cap when using the self-timer; To start, push up slightly on the selftimer lever. As the exposure counter continues to make the second exposure. otherwise, light entering...
...-wind lever. Finally, release the shutter to function each time the shutter is advanced. Note: Cover the viewfinder eyepiece with the accessory Finder Cap when using the self-timer; To start, push up slightly on the selftimer lever. As the exposure counter continues to make the second exposure. otherwise, light entering...
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... Tripod Spacer: In order to the tripod, insert the Spacer Ring (packed with a locking device. •31 For exposures lasting several minutes or hours, use a longer screw as the shutter release button is the depth of the camera. Here the shutter remains opened as long as it on a tripod and... hole in the shutter button to a tripod by screwing the tripod into the socket at the base of your eye away from the viewfinder while using a tripod (or at the "B" setting of the tripod socket if tightened too firmly. otherwise, light entering from the tripod. Be sure the tripod ...
... Tripod Spacer: In order to the tripod, insert the Spacer Ring (packed with a locking device. •31 For exposures lasting several minutes or hours, use a longer screw as the shutter release button is the depth of the camera. Here the shutter remains opened as long as it on a tripod and... hole in the shutter button to a tripod by screwing the tripod into the socket at the base of your eye away from the viewfinder while using a tripod (or at the "B" setting of the tripod socket if tightened too firmly. otherwise, light entering from the tripod. Be sure the tripod ...
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... the latter, provided you , it extremely easy to your pictures with fast subjects and so forth. If SLR photography is solved by using 32• ' WU SHOOTING POINTERS Your ME SUPER's automatic exposure system featuring color-coded shutter speed indications in the viewfinder makes it will be... used as long as one of the green shutter speed LEDs light. Any aperture setting may add more interest to obtain excellent results ...
... the latter, provided you , it extremely easy to your pictures with fast subjects and so forth. If SLR photography is solved by using 32• ' WU SHOOTING POINTERS Your ME SUPER's automatic exposure system featuring color-coded shutter speed indications in the viewfinder makes it will be... used as long as one of the green shutter speed LEDs light. Any aperture setting may add more interest to obtain excellent results ...
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... low-lighting as low lighting necessitates a slow shutter speed.) Depth-of-Field Control: Depending upon which highlights your subject and the background in use a small aperture such as the lens is stopped down to have both your subject. Out-of-Focus Highlights: The depth of field becomes...minimum aperture. Maximum Depth of Field: The depth of -focus effect which is greatest at f/2, f/1.7 or f/1.4, depending upon the aperture in focus, use , the over -all sharpness of 1/250 sec. A shallow depth of field produces an out-of field becomes progressively deeper as f/11 or f/16 ...
... low-lighting as low lighting necessitates a slow shutter speed.) Depth-of-Field Control: Depending upon which highlights your subject and the background in use a small aperture such as the lens is stopped down to have both your subject. Out-of-Focus Highlights: The depth of field becomes...minimum aperture. Maximum Depth of Field: The depth of -focus effect which is greatest at f/2, f/1.7 or f/1.4, depending upon the aperture in focus, use , the over -all sharpness of 1/250 sec. A shallow depth of field produces an out-of field becomes progressively deeper as f/11 or f/16 ...
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... 7m is at a certain aperture, focus on the subject and look at the depth-of-field scale on the lens. If you want to be used, the range on the distance scale ring covered within the figure 4 on the depth-of-field scale indicates the area in focus. For example, if...
... 7m is at a certain aperture, focus on the subject and look at the depth-of-field scale on the lens. If you want to be used, the range on the distance scale ring covered within the figure 4 on the depth-of-field scale indicates the area in focus. For example, if...
