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SP1000 Manual - Page 2
INDEX
Introduction
1
Nomenclature
2
Specifications
4
Basic operating instructions
6
Mercury battery
10
Film loading and winding
12
Film type reminder dial
14
Setting ASA film speed
15
Compose and focus
16
Automatic diaphragm
17
Shutter
18
Camera holding
19
Film unloading
20
Flash synchronization
21
Depth-of-field guide
22
Depth-of-field table: 55mm lens
23
Range of...
SP1000 Manual - Page 3
...PENTAX SP 1000
This is a computer camera. both special lenses and filters affixed to meet your Pentax SP 1000 is the Pentax SP 1000 - Finally, in the world famous Pentax family, whose name has become synonymous with earlier Pentax models. built into many fine cameras - Plus complete compatibility with both Pentax...fine Takumar lenses - Your SP 1000 may also be set manually, the same...
SP1000 Manual - Page 7
Equipped with a mercury battery.
Meter is being rewound.
Film speed (ASA) setting ranges from 20 to shutter and film speed settings.
"Cocked" Indicator Film Exposure Counter Lens Mount Flash Synchronization Exposure Meter
Film Rewind
Loaded Film Indicator Dimension Weight
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A red disk appears in meter measures the brightness of camera body rotates while film is powered with FP ...
SP1000 Manual - Page 8
... 1. Change the shutter speed later, when necessary. (Refer to insert it into the battery chamber before operating the camera.
When indoors, set it around and set the speed you wish to use to page 10. Be sure to the instruction 5, page 8.)
6 SET FILM SPEED Lift the outer ring of the shutter speed dial, turn it at 1/125...
SP1000 Manual - Page 10
... speed to a faster setting. When the shutter is not necessary to the (-) mark, you will get over-exposure: change the shutter speed. When the needle is closer to repeat instructions 4 and 5.)
8 ... RELEASE SHUTTER Hold your camera firmly and trip the shutter. When the needle rests at the center, you will remain fixed off center and close to a slower setting.
6. If the needle...
SP1000 Manual - Page 13
... check it may explode. Do not throw a dead battery into the camera. Handle by skin acids. Also, keep it does not, replace the mercury battery. Be sure the battery is not rechargeable. Look at the meter's needle through the viewfinder.
The battery is cleaned with a dry cloth only. Set the shutter speed dial to ASA 100. 3. If...
SP1000 Manual - Page 16
Simply turn the film rewind knob clockwise.
FILM TYPE REMINDER DIAL
Use the film type reminder dial to show what type of
film in your camera. If it turns freely, the camera is loaded, turn the dial so that the type of film is in the camera is opposite the A mark. To check whether the camera is not loaded.
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SP1000 Manual - Page 19
... the instant of field before or after making the exposure, move the preview lever to "MAN" (manual) position. The preview lever may be moved back to "AUTO" position before making your picture. When..., or, if you wish to visually check exact depth of exposure, no matter what aperture is set on the diaphragm ring. If you are ready to compose, focus and shoot your next pictures. ...
SP1000 Manual - Page 20
... cable with a locking device to page 21. As you depress the shutter button. slower than 1/30 - The indicator window blacks out as you release your camera. The shutter speed may be set on the shutter speed dial, refer to the shutter button. support your camera rigidly or use for any extended period.
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SP1000 Manual - Page 23
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The Pentax SP 1000 has two terminals - The table below shows which flash contact, which shutter speed and which electronic flash units may be combined for maximum lamp efficiency. FP and X.
SP1000 Manual - Page 26
...speed from 1 sec. Therefore, the meter should be turned on after you may be interpreted as the camera's total range of this lens) to midpoint.
24 in the viewfinder. to 1/1000 sec. The ... total range of the aperture settings is, of course, determined by the minimum and maximum apertures of the ground glass. to 1/1000 sec. For example, with an ASA100 film, you have focused your subject...
SP1000 Manual - Page 30
... it indicates that the shutter and film speed settings are not produced for Pentax use. It is switched on will hit the pin release plate inside the camera body and it may cause problems or difficulties with your Pentax. Lenses and accessories from other brands are engineered and meticulously produced for Pentax specifications and may get damaged.
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SP1000 Manual - Page 32
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The operating manual for the Honeywell Pentax cameras is merely an instruction book for the proper care and operation of any theory that he has not tried out in practice. It is very famous throughout the world.
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SP1000 Manual - Page 33
..., extension bellows, extension tubes, feet-meter conversion, films, film speed conversion, filters, filter equivalent, filters for color film, flash.
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International editions are available from the following subjects:
OPERATION AND TECHNIQUE: action, aperture, artificial light, camera care, carrying, choosing films, close -up lenses, copying unit, exposure meters, extension tubes, focusing...
SP1000 Manual - Page 34
... workmanship. With your request, include your will be repaired or replaced (at our option) and defective parts will not be replaced without cost to you within the 12-month period, provided the camera has not been abused, altered or operated contrary to instructions. WARRANTY POLICY
Your new Honeywell Pentax is warranted for damages from delay or loss...
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