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... Inserting batteries Attaching and detaching lens Film wind lever Main switch, shutter release button, shutter dial Film Loading film Unloading film Strap and soft case BASIC OPERATION Viewfinder displays Focusing Holding camera Shooting in Programmed AE mode Shooting in Metered Manual mode Warning displays Using Pentax dedicated ... AE diagram, metering range and 12 shutter/aperture coupling range 40 13 Diopter correction, mount adapter K 42 16 Precautions on batteries 43 17 Specifications 44 Taking care of your camera 46 Warranty policy 48 19 20 21 22 24 27 28 29 1 •
... Inserting batteries Attaching and detaching lens Film wind lever Main switch, shutter release button, shutter dial Film Loading film Unloading film Strap and soft case BASIC OPERATION Viewfinder displays Focusing Holding camera Shooting in Programmed AE mode Shooting in Metered Manual mode Warning displays Using Pentax dedicated ... AE diagram, metering range and 12 shutter/aperture coupling range 40 13 Diopter correction, mount adapter K 42 16 Precautions on batteries 43 17 Specifications 44 Taking care of your camera 46 Warranty policy 48 19 20 21 22 24 27 28 29 1 •
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...does not provide TTL auto flash operation. • When you should know first about this camera • The camera does not operate unless the batteries are properly inserted. Also check if the main meter switch is set to check how they are mounted between the camera body and lens, this... camera, but Pentax dedicated flashes will offer more convenient functions. Even if you use the accessories such as Extension Tubes, Microscope Adapter, etc. a !: ni that are ...
...does not provide TTL auto flash operation. • When you should know first about this camera • The camera does not operate unless the batteries are properly inserted. Also check if the main meter switch is set to check how they are mounted between the camera body and lens, this... camera, but Pentax dedicated flashes will offer more convenient functions. Even if you use the accessories such as Extension Tubes, Microscope Adapter, etc. a !: ni that are ...
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Film rewind crank Viewfinder eyepiece Film-sprocket spool Film-takeup spool Film-loaded indicator Film pressure plate Film rewind button Shutter curtains Tripod socket Battery chamber Film chamber 54
Film rewind crank Viewfinder eyepiece Film-sprocket spool Film-takeup spool Film-loaded indicator Film pressure plate Film rewind button Shutter curtains Tripod socket Battery chamber Film chamber 54
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INSERTING BATTERIES This camera is powered by two 1.5-volt alkaline or silver-oxide mini-batteries. • Open the battery chamber cover by turning it counter-clockwise with a coin. • Insert the two batteries into the chamber with their (+) sides facing downward, and replace the cover. • As illustrated, turn the meter on by sliding the main switch in the direction of the arrow. 0 11 76
INSERTING BATTERIES This camera is powered by two 1.5-volt alkaline or silver-oxide mini-batteries. • Open the battery chamber cover by turning it counter-clockwise with a coin. • Insert the two batteries into the chamber with their (+) sides facing downward, and replace the cover. • As illustrated, turn the meter on by sliding the main switch in the direction of the arrow. 0 11 76
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... becoming weak, the shutter speed displayed in the viewfinder starts to blink slowly at the speed of the viewfinder. Battery check If no power or may be improperly inserted. Timer switch The built-in timer switch automatically turns the meter off in the viewfinder even...once per second. woo .0 .C.,., -,a A +. ' i\ \ \ , I P 1000 • Press the shutter release button half-way and make sure that a shutter speed appears on the shutter button, the batteries have no shutter speed is displayed in about ten seconds after you release your finger off the shutter button. If so, replace the...
... becoming weak, the shutter speed displayed in the viewfinder starts to blink slowly at the speed of the viewfinder. Battery check If no power or may be improperly inserted. Timer switch The built-in timer switch automatically turns the meter off in the viewfinder even...once per second. woo .0 .C.,., -,a A +. ' i\ \ \ , I P 1000 • Press the shutter release button half-way and make sure that a shutter speed appears on the shutter button, the batteries have no shutter speed is displayed in about ten seconds after you release your finger off the shutter button. If so, replace the...
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... be obtained. Indicates the exposure combination is too dark, use a flash or some other one remains lit as a warning. When the camera warns that the batteries are indicated by blinking LEDs in the viewfinder. • The beyond-the-me ering-range means the situation in which the subject is too bright...
... be obtained. Indicates the exposure combination is too dark, use a flash or some other one remains lit as a warning. When the camera warns that the batteries are indicated by blinking LEDs in the viewfinder. • The beyond-the-me ering-range means the situation in which the subject is too bright...
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... in the viewfinder.) (2) When the shutter speed "1" blinks in the viewfinder as an improper exposure warning, the shutter speed disappears on the back of the battery charging, but it is automatically set to one second. • 30 Slow-Speed Sync Photography As you set in the Metered Manual mode, you can...
... in the viewfinder.) (2) When the shutter speed "1" blinks in the viewfinder as an improper exposure warning, the shutter speed disappears on the back of the battery charging, but it is automatically set to one second. • 30 Slow-Speed Sync Photography As you set in the Metered Manual mode, you can...
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... the shutter. Always push the head of the Release hard to use the Cable Release 50 without twisting or bending it will exhaust fresh batteries in the shutter dial with the index (red bar). The shutter remains open as long as shown, also use the optional Cable Switch ... at this setting, use a sturdy tripod and as you keep the shutter button depressed. • The long-time exposure consumes a great amount of your SMC Pentax-A lens is not suitable for making long-time exposure • to a proper f-stop other than A. it ; USING B (BULB) SETTING The B setting ...
... the shutter. Always push the head of the Release hard to use the Cable Release 50 without twisting or bending it will exhaust fresh batteries in the shutter dial with the index (red bar). The shutter remains open as long as shown, also use the optional Cable Switch ... at this setting, use a sturdy tripod and as you keep the shutter button depressed. • The long-time exposure consumes a great amount of your SMC Pentax-A lens is not suitable for making long-time exposure • to a proper f-stop other than A. it ; USING B (BULB) SETTING The B setting ...
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...8226; Never break, recharge, or throw used batteries into fire as leakage, heating or explosions. Polarity markings should remove batteries from accidentally releasing the shutter. 43• Do not mix battery brands and types, or old batteries with average use. • When keeping ...of silver-oxide batteries about a year, both batteries at the same time. If either battery is erroneously inserted, unexpected mishap may result from the camera. PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERIES • Incorrect usage of battery power that may occur. • Replace both with new batteries. • ...
...8226; Never break, recharge, or throw used batteries into fire as leakage, heating or explosions. Polarity markings should remove batteries from accidentally releasing the shutter. 43• Do not mix battery brands and types, or old batteries with average use. • When keeping ...of silver-oxide batteries about a year, both batteries at the same time. If either battery is erroneously inserted, unexpected mishap may result from the camera. PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERIES • Incorrect usage of battery power that may occur. • Replace both with new batteries. • ...
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Exposure Metering: Metering Range: Exposure Memory Lock: Battery Warning: Power Source: Size & Weight: Open-aperture, TTL center-weighted, average area metering system with 50mm f/1.4 lens and ISO 100 film. EV 1 (f/1.4, 1 sec.) - When batteries exhausted, LEDs go blank and shutter locks. With the exposure memory lock button. Two 1.5-volt silver-oxide or alkaline mini-batteries. 137(W) x 87.5(H) x 50.5(D)mm (5.3" x 3.4" x 2.0"), 510g (17.9 oz.) without batteries. 45. EV 18 (f/16, 1/1000 sec.) with GPD cell. When batteries grow weak, LED flashes.
Exposure Metering: Metering Range: Exposure Memory Lock: Battery Warning: Power Source: Size & Weight: Open-aperture, TTL center-weighted, average area metering system with 50mm f/1.4 lens and ISO 100 film. EV 1 (f/1.4, 1 sec.) - When batteries exhausted, LEDs go blank and shutter locks. With the exposure memory lock button. Two 1.5-volt silver-oxide or alkaline mini-batteries. 137(W) x 87.5(H) x 50.5(D)mm (5.3" x 3.4" x 2.0"), 510g (17.9 oz.) without batteries. 45. EV 18 (f/16, 1/1000 sec.) with GPD cell. When batteries grow weak, LED flashes.
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...176; - -10°C. This is a possible source of rust, which is taken from the formation of your coat or jacket to keep the batteries warm. As a guide, a temperature change . 5. If this camera should be extremely harmful to condense inside or outside your camera bag. 6....plane, or ship, can cause screws to loosen. Thus, sudden temperature changes should function properly are traveling in winter presents a problem since batteries won't function if they get too cold. Vibration experienced when you will possibly puncture the tripod socket, after which this is no longer...
...176; - -10°C. This is a possible source of rust, which is taken from the formation of your coat or jacket to keep the batteries warm. As a guide, a temperature change . 5. If this camera should be extremely harmful to condense inside or outside your camera bag. 6....plane, or ship, can cause screws to loosen. Thus, sudden temperature changes should function properly are traveling in winter presents a problem since batteries won't function if they get too cold. Vibration experienced when you will possibly puncture the tripod socket, after which this is no longer...
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...exporting photographic equipment. and it will be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required in Japan in your Pentax was purchased outside of time before the equipment can be made with postage prepaid. If there is covered by warranty,... manufacturer. WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary...
...exporting photographic equipment. and it will be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required in Japan in your Pentax was purchased outside of time before the equipment can be made with postage prepaid. If there is covered by warranty,... manufacturer. WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary...