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...shock. • Wrapping the strap around your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g: shutter blades, etc.) • Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of the camera if they become exposed from dropping the camera or for may hurt them. Make sure that , if not followed, could ...,L CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that small children do not dispose of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to the equipment. , , WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts. Also, do not get the strap caught around ...
...shock. • Wrapping the strap around your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g: shutter blades, etc.) • Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of the camera if they become exposed from dropping the camera or for may hurt them. Make sure that , if not followed, could ...,L CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that small children do not dispose of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to the equipment. , , WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts. Also, do not get the strap caught around ...
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...picture with a dry soft cloth. • Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects. Precautions for battery leakage, traces of the film frame. mulated on the lens or viewfinder. • Never use the camera where it in temperature difference is not weather, water, or liquid... in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in an area where chemicals are handled. 1111131 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of...
...picture with a dry soft cloth. • Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects. Precautions for battery leakage, traces of the film frame. mulated on the lens or viewfinder. • Never use the camera where it in temperature difference is not weather, water, or liquid... in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in an area where chemicals are handled. 1111131 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of...
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... PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or workmanship. If such an accident should be inserted with the "+" and "-" sides facing correctly. • Battery performance may cause explosion or overheating. Damage of any other operation contrary to 14°F). • A camera ... convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling. • If the built-in normal temperatures. • Keep a spare battery on hand for Your Camera" section or any kind cannot be repaired at which this manual, charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will recover...
... PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or workmanship. If such an accident should be inserted with the "+" and "-" sides facing correctly. • Battery performance may cause explosion or overheating. Damage of any other operation contrary to 14°F). • A camera ... convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling. • If the built-in normal temperatures. • Keep a spare battery on hand for Your Camera" section or any kind cannot be repaired at which this manual, charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will recover...
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...zoom lenses 27 Setting the Single-Frame Drive Mode 28 Selecting the Autofocus Mode 28 Holding the Camera 29 Taking a picture 30 Selecting the various flash Modes 32 • AF illuminator 33 • About Red-eye Reduction Flash Function ..33 Activate the built-in flash ...in manual 34 Flash recommended warning 36 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe use of your camera 1 Precautions for your camera 2 Precautions for battery usage 3 Table of contents 4...
...zoom lenses 27 Setting the Single-Frame Drive Mode 28 Selecting the Autofocus Mode 28 Holding the Camera 29 Taking a picture 30 Selecting the various flash Modes 32 • AF illuminator 33 • About Red-eye Reduction Flash Function ..33 Activate the built-in flash ...in manual 34 Flash recommended warning 36 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe use of your camera 1 Precautions for your camera 2 Precautions for battery usage 3 Table of contents 4...
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...the snap-in focus function 65 • Hard-To-Autofocus Subjects 66 Advanced operation for the Built-in the Data Back 73 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 74 • Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Photography 75 • Overview of flash function 76 Daylight-sync shooting 77 Slow-...shutter-sync shooting 78 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) 79 Camera case scale 80 Depth of F and FA lenses with the built- in flash 69 Setting the film speed (ISO) manually 70 Adjusting ...
...the snap-in focus function 65 • Hard-To-Autofocus Subjects 66 Advanced operation for the Built-in the Data Back 73 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 74 • Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Photography 75 • Overview of flash function 76 Daylight-sync shooting 77 Slow-...shutter-sync shooting 78 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) 79 Camera case scale 80 Depth of F and FA lenses with the built- in flash 69 Setting the film speed (ISO) manually 70 Adjusting ...
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0000000 004500 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II Shutter curtains Flash mode button (p.32) Eyecup FK (p.39) Viewfinder eyepiece Diopter adjustment lever (p.23) Panorama lever (p.44) Memory lock button (p.63) Film information window 00 Pressure plate Back cover (p.18) Film leader end mark (p.19) Battery cover chamber screw (p.12) Battery chamber cover (p.12) Sprocket (p.19) Tripod socket DX-information (p.19) GIN
0000000 004500 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II Shutter curtains Flash mode button (p.32) Eyecup FK (p.39) Viewfinder eyepiece Diopter adjustment lever (p.23) Panorama lever (p.44) Memory lock button (p.63) Film information window 00 Pressure plate Back cover (p.18) Film leader end mark (p.19) Battery cover chamber screw (p.12) Battery chamber cover (p.12) Sprocket (p.19) Tripod socket DX-information (p.19) GIN
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.... : Flash information (p.25, 36) : Red-eye reduction flash indication (p.32) COBB : Automatic flash information (p.25) ISO : Manual-set film speed (p.70) Tv 8860: Shutter speed a : Battery exhaustion warning (p.13) ▪ Remote control release with a 3-sec. delay (p.40) ■11) : Audible PCV signal (p.62) : Consecutive shooting (p.38) Imo : Remote control release (p.40...
.... : Flash information (p.25, 36) : Red-eye reduction flash indication (p.32) COBB : Automatic flash information (p.25) ISO : Manual-set film speed (p.70) Tv 8860: Shutter speed a : Battery exhaustion warning (p.13) ▪ Remote control release with a 3-sec. delay (p.40) ■11) : Audible PCV signal (p.62) : Consecutive shooting (p.38) Imo : Remote control release (p.40...
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... cover screw in the direction of the arrow to lock it securely. • When the batteries are replaced, the camera settings such as the audible PCV signal switching, exposure compensation value, red-eye reduction flash function, self-timer, remote control and auto-popup flash ...function of the built-in flash will be re-set. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is also available for this camera instead of using a coin, etc. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or equivalent as shown in the illustration. 3. It may cause explosion or overheating. as shown ...
... cover screw in the direction of the arrow to lock it securely. • When the batteries are replaced, the camera settings such as the audible PCV signal switching, exposure compensation value, red-eye reduction flash function, self-timer, remote control and auto-popup flash ...function of the built-in flash will be re-set. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is also available for this camera instead of using a coin, etc. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or equivalent as shown in the illustration. 3. It may cause explosion or overheating. as shown ...
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... long as temperature and freshness of the times) Bulb exposure time about 30 rolls about 15 rolls about 5 rolls about 2 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls at 20°C/68°F) General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times...
... long as temperature and freshness of the times) Bulb exposure time about 30 rolls about 15 rolls about 5 rolls about 2 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls at 20°C/68°F) General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times...
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... the main switch is set to OFF. • When the power is set to [no)] and reinstall the battery. When taking a picture, depress the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. • To prevent camera shake, depress the shutter release button gently. • Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shutter...
... the main switch is set to OFF. • When the power is set to [no)] and reinstall the battery. When taking a picture, depress the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. • To prevent camera shake, depress the shutter release button gently. • Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shutter...
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...camera as the Date version, read . ma according to avoid brightly-colored subject in that corner. • The dating unit automatically switches the imprint mode between the standard and panora- To replace the battery see page 72. • The data back operates on the LCD panel become weak or invisible, the battery...(; If the data imprinted on the picture or the data displayed on a 3V lithium battery. The DATE model records data information on your photographs clearly on each press of the DATE button as .indicated in the display blinks for a few seconds that no data will ...
...camera as the Date version, read . ma according to avoid brightly-colored subject in that corner. • The dating unit automatically switches the imprint mode between the standard and panora- To replace the battery see page 72. • The data back operates on the LCD panel become weak or invisible, the battery...(; If the data imprinted on the picture or the data displayed on a 3V lithium battery. The DATE model records data information on your photographs clearly on each press of the DATE button as .indicated in the display blinks for a few seconds that no data will ...
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... not pop up even if the flash pop-up button to the hot shoe. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down into the camera body. * The built-in flash starts charging automatically. After using a lens hood is NOT recommended as it is faulty; When it may obstruct the ...path of the battery's characteristics. • When the built-in flash is fully charged. • If the built in flash popped-up, an external flash cannot be attached to...
... not pop up even if the flash pop-up button to the hot shoe. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down into the camera body. * The built-in flash starts charging automatically. After using a lens hood is NOT recommended as it is faulty; When it may obstruct the ...path of the battery's characteristics. • When the built-in flash is fully charged. • If the built in flash popped-up, an external flash cannot be attached to...
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The self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly. Battery life on the LCD panel. • Adjust the focus by depressing the shutter release button halfway down or manually and then depress the remote control's ... remote control's shutter release button is a charge for this section. 3-second-delay release mode The shutter will be issued using the Remote Control. If the battery is exhausted, please have purchased the optional wireless remote control, read this service). 40 REMOTE CONTROL SHOOTING (OPTIONAL) a fl OFF ON OJ AUTO Tv 125...
The self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly. Battery life on the LCD panel. • Adjust the focus by depressing the shutter release button halfway down or manually and then depress the remote control's ... remote control's shutter release button is a charge for this section. 3-second-delay release mode The shutter will be issued using the Remote Control. If the battery is exhausted, please have purchased the optional wireless remote control, read this service). 40 REMOTE CONTROL SHOOTING (OPTIONAL) a fl OFF ON OJ AUTO Tv 125...
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SNOULVI:13dO a33NVAaV ' TOF2FON I V A.;5:6 "0"__! With the Metered Manual Mode set 1. When using this mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable Switch F" after removing the Release Socket Cap F. • The shutter remains open as long as the shutter ...release button held down . • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures. • The indicator in the viewfinder turns to change the shutter speed until [bu] appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD...
SNOULVI:13dO a33NVAaV ' TOF2FON I V A.;5:6 "0"__! With the Metered Manual Mode set 1. When using this mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable Switch F" after removing the Release Socket Cap F. • The shutter remains open as long as the shutter ...release button held down . • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures. • The indicator in the viewfinder turns to change the shutter speed until [bu] appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD...
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... pressure plate ) with the + side facing up. 4. The battery will last for approximately 3 years. Ensure that the battery has not been installed properly. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and tighten the battery chamber fixing screw. INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN THE BATA BACK GEM SNOIIVE13d0 033NVAaV Replace the battery when the data information on the LCD panel...
... pressure plate ) with the + side facing up. 4. The battery will last for approximately 3 years. Ensure that the battery has not been installed properly. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and tighten the battery chamber fixing screw. INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN THE BATA BACK GEM SNOIIVE13d0 033NVAaV Replace the battery when the data information on the LCD panel...
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...used in combination with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger. • Refconverter A Right angle finder which takes four AA batteries can attach at the bottom of the camera, instead of using a non-autofocus lens with the double cable release. ing in a vertical position is used , so shoot...8226; Magnifier Fa A viewfinder accessory for autofocus photography using the lithium batteries. • Data Back FG Allowing you open or close the back cover. When taking a vertical photograph, position the camera with a built-in AF spotbeam and large guide number of 50 in meters (ISO 100). It...
...used in combination with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger. • Refconverter A Right angle finder which takes four AA batteries can attach at the bottom of the camera, instead of using a non-autofocus lens with the double cable release. ing in a vertical position is used , so shoot...8226; Magnifier Fa A viewfinder accessory for autofocus photography using the lithium batteries. • Data Back FG Allowing you open or close the back cover. When taking a vertical photograph, position the camera with a built-in AF spotbeam and large guide number of 50 in meters (ISO 100). It...
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...and their remedies. The main switch is not placed over the subject. AF frame is [OFF]. Set the mode dial to -subject distance. Replace the battery. The subject is too close. The camera does not focus. The subject is difficult to autofocus Focus manually by ...focus mode is [OFF]. Wait until the AF frame [c ]] covers the subject. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference MEM cn The shutter does not release. The battery is improperly installed.The battery is fully charged. Indicators do not appear on...
...and their remedies. The main switch is not placed over the subject. AF frame is [OFF]. Set the mode dial to -subject distance. Replace the battery. The subject is too close. The camera does not focus. The subject is difficult to autofocus Focus manually by ...focus mode is [OFF]. Wait until the AF frame [c ]] covers the subject. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference MEM cn The shutter does not release. The battery is improperly installed.The battery is fully charged. Indicators do not appear on...
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... set to other than Auto Picture Mode or Picture Mode. Focus manually by taking the batteries out and putting them back in again. Remedies P.24, 61 P65 P.12 P.26 P.25.46 P.25 P.27 In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to Auto Picture or Picture Mode. The built-in... [!] appears on the LCD panel, the built-in flash does not charge. Replace the battery. The mode dial is depressed. Set the mode dial to another position. Remedies Set the mode dial to another position. The camera does not have the power zoom function. Causes The Auto picture mode or metered manual...
... set to other than Auto Picture Mode or Picture Mode. Focus manually by taking the batteries out and putting them back in again. Remedies P.24, 61 P65 P.12 P.26 P.25.46 P.25 P.27 In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to Auto Picture or Picture Mode. The built-in... [!] appears on the LCD panel, the built-in flash does not charge. Replace the battery. The mode dial is depressed. Set the mode dial to another position. Remedies Set the mode dial to another position. The camera does not have the power zoom function. Causes The Auto picture mode or metered manual...
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..., Flash disable function [ p ], ISO indication. [G___] = Film status information, [ ; ] = Battery exhaustion warning, Exposure counter, [.»)] = PCV signal indication. [ 2 ] = Exposure compensation, Exposure compensation...ISO 25-5000: non-DX coded films with AF coupler, lens information contacts) Pentax lenses. front or back focus signals and unable-...AF (predictive AF provided), Manual [ MF ] Not available. MID SPECIFICATIONS Type: Format: Usable Film: Exposure Modes: Shutter: Lens Mount: Compatible Lens: Autofocus System: Power Zoom: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR...
..., Flash disable function [ p ], ISO indication. [G___] = Film status information, [ ; ] = Battery exhaustion warning, Exposure counter, [.»)] = PCV signal indication. [ 2 ] = Exposure compensation, Exposure compensation...ISO 25-5000: non-DX coded films with AF coupler, lens information contacts) Pentax lenses. front or back focus signals and unable-...AF (predictive AF provided), Manual [ MF ] Not available. MID SPECIFICATIONS Type: Format: Usable Film: Exposure Modes: Shutter: Lens Mount: Compatible Lens: Autofocus System: Power Zoom: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR...
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...(D) (5.3"x3.6"x2.5") 380g (13.4 oz) body only without batteries Date Model Dimension and weight: 135.5mm(W)x92.0mm(H)x63.5mm (5.3)(3.6)(2.5') 395g ...Back cover: Hot Shoe Cover FK, Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap FK, Eye Cup FK, Finder Cap Interchangeable for replacing...shutter in the range from EV0 to EV21 at ISO100 with AF secondary mirror Film advances automatically to a slow- Start by built... Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range = 25-800, Red-eye reduction flash function Power Source: Two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion Warning: Battery ...
...(D) (5.3"x3.6"x2.5") 380g (13.4 oz) body only without batteries Date Model Dimension and weight: 135.5mm(W)x92.0mm(H)x63.5mm (5.3)(3.6)(2.5') 395g ...Back cover: Hot Shoe Cover FK, Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap FK, Eye Cup FK, Finder Cap Interchangeable for replacing...shutter in the range from EV0 to EV21 at ISO100 with AF secondary mirror Film advances automatically to a slow- Start by built... Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range = 25-800, Red-eye reduction flash function Power Source: Two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion Warning: Battery ...