MG Manual
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CONTENTS Description of parts 2 Basic operating instructions "Your MG Quick Course" 4 Inserting batteries 8 Lens mounting 10 Film loading and winding 11 Setting the ASA film speed 13 The shutter mode dial 14 Aperture setting 17 Focusing 18 Exposures... compensation 22 Self-timer/Multiple exposures 24 Using a tripod/Time exposures at "B" 25 Holding the camera 26 Unloading the film 27 Flash photography (with Pentax Dedicated Flash Units) 28 Other flash units 29 Shooting pointers 30 Depth-of-field scale 32 Depth-of-field table 33 Using screw mount Takumar...
CONTENTS Description of parts 2 Basic operating instructions "Your MG Quick Course" 4 Inserting batteries 8 Lens mounting 10 Film loading and winding 11 Setting the ASA film speed 13 The shutter mode dial 14 Aperture setting 17 Focusing 18 Exposures... compensation 22 Self-timer/Multiple exposures 24 Using a tripod/Time exposures at "B" 25 Holding the camera 26 Unloading the film 27 Flash photography (with Pentax Dedicated Flash Units) 28 Other flash units 29 Shooting pointers 30 Depth-of-field scale 32 Depth-of-field table 33 Using screw mount Takumar...
MG Manual
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BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS "Your MG Quick Course" am. 1. I aIm ci 130k S • 4 Load the film with the shutter mode dial set at "100X," and advance to the first exposure. (Page 11). Mount the lens (Page 10). 2. Insert the batteries as shown. (Page 8);
BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS "Your MG Quick Course" am. 1. I aIm ci 130k S • 4 Load the film with the shutter mode dial set at "100X," and advance to the first exposure. (Page 11). Mount the lens (Page 10). 2. Insert the batteries as shown. (Page 8);
MG Manual
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...'s exposure system is adequate. To insert the batteries: Turn the battery compartment cover counterclockwise with polarity markings as shown. Battery Check: After inserting the batteries, make accurate exposures until it screws firmly in the chamber with a coin and remove the cover. One of your Pentax MG operate on two 1.5-volt mini batteries (S76, etc.) which are functioning.
...'s exposure system is adequate. To insert the batteries: Turn the battery compartment cover counterclockwise with polarity markings as shown. Battery Check: After inserting the batteries, make accurate exposures until it screws firmly in the chamber with a coin and remove the cover. One of your Pentax MG operate on two 1.5-volt mini batteries (S76, etc.) which are functioning.
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...dangerous and can make manual exposures without the meter at the "100X" (1/100 sec.) and "B" mechanical shutter speeds. Never throw used batteries into a fire or expose them both with a dry cloth before insertion and always handle by the edges to ensure proper contact. •... can actually shorten the battery life). • Wipe the battery with the equivalent 1.5 volt silver-oxide batteries (Eveready S76, MALLORY S76E, etc.) or alkaline batteries. Do not mix battery brands or types and do not mix old batteries with new batteries. (This is common, so keep batteries out of the reach of...
...dangerous and can make manual exposures without the meter at the "100X" (1/100 sec.) and "B" mechanical shutter speeds. Never throw used batteries into a fire or expose them both with a dry cloth before insertion and always handle by the edges to ensure proper contact. •... can actually shorten the battery life). • Wipe the battery with the equivalent 1.5 volt silver-oxide batteries (Eveready S76, MALLORY S76E, etc.) or alkaline batteries. Do not mix battery brands or types and do not mix old batteries with new batteries. (This is common, so keep batteries out of the reach of...
MG Manual
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... subject brightness (refer to continue operating the camera in case of the camera's electronic exposure system. Since the shutter operates without batteries at this setting, it also permits you to the exposure guide lines accompanying your film.) B "B" (Bulb): This setting is... provided mainly for mechanical flash synchronization at 1/100th second for long exposures exceeding the 1-second maximum shutter speed of battery failure. "100X": This setting is for flash units which do not offer automatic flash synchronization (see "TIME EXPOSURES AT "B," Page 25). ...
... subject brightness (refer to continue operating the camera in case of the camera's electronic exposure system. Since the shutter operates without batteries at this setting, it also permits you to the exposure guide lines accompanying your film.) B "B" (Bulb): This setting is... provided mainly for mechanical flash synchronization at 1/100th second for long exposures exceeding the 1-second maximum shutter speed of battery failure. "100X": This setting is for flash units which do not offer automatic flash synchronization (see "TIME EXPOSURES AT "B," Page 25). ...
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...to operate at full efficiency in minimizing the effects of at which may result from 50'C to -20j C. In extremely low temperatures, use new batteries. • 38 Extremely low temperature reduces the efficiency of 10'C 150° F) should be allowed to cold could be replaced. Sudden changes...overhauled and all oil must be hampered by dirty oil. Thus, sudden temperature changes should be avoided as much as possible. Put the batteries into the camera right before shooting. If this is taken from a warm temperature to condense inside or outside your camera will continue ...
...to operate at full efficiency in minimizing the effects of at which may result from 50'C to -20j C. In extremely low temperatures, use new batteries. • 38 Extremely low temperature reduces the efficiency of 10'C 150° F) should be allowed to cold could be replaced. Sudden changes...overhauled and all oil must be hampered by dirty oil. Thus, sudden temperature changes should be avoided as much as possible. Put the batteries into the camera right before shooting. If this is taken from a warm temperature to condense inside or outside your camera will continue ...
MG Manual
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shows 92% of Pentax lenses and system accessories, including close-up copy and special-purpose adaptors. 132mm x 85mm x 49.5mm. 423g (without batteries). 47* Two 1.5-volt silver-oxide batteries, (S-76 or equivalent) or alkaline batteries power shutter and auto exposure systems; Film rewind button doubles as low-battery warning. interchangeable with hotshoe adaptor. Dial...Exposure compensation: Viewfinder: Power source: Film transport: Film rewind: Mirror: Camera back: Other features: Size: Body weight: Via ASA film speed dial; Standard back; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System;
shows 92% of Pentax lenses and system accessories, including close-up copy and special-purpose adaptors. 132mm x 85mm x 49.5mm. 423g (without batteries). 47* Two 1.5-volt silver-oxide batteries, (S-76 or equivalent) or alkaline batteries power shutter and auto exposure systems; Film rewind button doubles as low-battery warning. interchangeable with hotshoe adaptor. Dial...Exposure compensation: Viewfinder: Power source: Film transport: Film rewind: Mirror: Camera back: Other features: Size: Body weight: Via ASA film speed dial; Standard back; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System;