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... small children do not dispose of children. Also, do not get the strap caught around your eyes. • Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to burn yourself during removal. ous. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally... viewing the sun for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this camera for an extended period may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to disassemble, short or recharge the...
... small children do not dispose of children. Also, do not get the strap caught around your eyes. • Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to burn yourself during removal. ous. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally... viewing the sun for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this camera for an extended period may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to disassemble, short or recharge the...
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... correct the problems, have your picture with good dry air circulation to strong vibrations, shock or pressure. PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA AM Your Pentax camera is minimized. Precautions for inspection. • Be careful not to subject the camera to prevent the growth of the film frame....Furthermore, if the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions for storage • Avoid leaving the camera for battery leakage, traces of safety at a Pentax service center. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other liquid, because the...
... correct the problems, have your picture with good dry air circulation to strong vibrations, shock or pressure. PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA AM Your Pentax camera is minimized. Precautions for inspection. • Be careful not to subject the camera to prevent the growth of the film frame....Furthermore, if the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions for storage • Avoid leaving the camera for battery leakage, traces of safety at a Pentax service center. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other liquid, because the...
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... when shooting outdoors or while traveling. • Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, types or old batteries with new, as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. Damage of this may be repaired. The battery should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it...
... when shooting outdoors or while traveling. • Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, types or old batteries with new, as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. Damage of this may be repaired. The battery should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it...
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... AE (p.19, 26) Av : Aperture-Priority AE (p.27) Tv : Shutter-Priority AE (p.29) M : Metered Manual Mode (p.30) BB : Frame Counter (p.14) G. : Film Status Information (p.14) Q : Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.9) ISO : Film Speed Setting Signal (p.15) 866. : Film Speed Information (p.15) LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures...
... AE (p.19, 26) Av : Aperture-Priority AE (p.27) Tv : Shutter-Priority AE (p.29) M : Metered Manual Mode (p.30) BB : Frame Counter (p.14) G. : Film Status Information (p.14) Q : Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.9) ISO : Film Speed Setting Signal (p.15) 866. : Film Speed Information (p.15) LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures...
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...10. TABLE OF CONTENTS Names of working parts Flaps Safe use of your camera Inside cover Precautions for your camera 1 Precautions for battery usage 2 LCD panel indication 3 Viewfinder indication 3 Camera functions available with various lenses .. 6 I GENERAL OPERATIONS 1. Attaching the ...lens 10 4. Film loading 12 6. Turning on the power 12 5. Loading the batteries 8 3. Film Speed (ISO) setting 15 7. Holding the Camera 20 11. Attaching the camera strap 7 2. Rewinding and Unloading 16 * Rewinding in...
...10. TABLE OF CONTENTS Names of working parts Flaps Safe use of your camera Inside cover Precautions for your camera 1 Precautions for battery usage 2 LCD panel indication 3 Viewfinder indication 3 Camera functions available with various lenses .. 6 I GENERAL OPERATIONS 1. Attaching the ...lens 10 4. Film loading 12 6. Turning on the power 12 5. Loading the batteries 8 3. Film Speed (ISO) setting 15 7. Holding the Camera 20 11. Attaching the camera strap 7 2. Rewinding and Unloading 16 * Rewinding in...
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... Using the Bulb Exposure Mode 3. The infrared index 44 30 32 III OTHERS 33 Troubleshooting 45 34 Specifications 46 35 Warranty policy 48 36 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 39 24 Overview of Field Preview button 6. Selecting a Drive Mode Single Frame Mode Consecutive Frame Mode Self-Timer Mode 2. Using the Memory... Lock 5. Data Back (optional) Adjusting the Date on the Data Back 36 23 Adjusting the Time on the Data Back 37 23 Replacing the battery in the Data Back 38 24 7. II ADVANCED OPERATION 1.
... Using the Bulb Exposure Mode 3. The infrared index 44 30 32 III OTHERS 33 Troubleshooting 45 34 Specifications 46 35 Warranty policy 48 36 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 39 24 Overview of Field Preview button 6. Selecting a Drive Mode Single Frame Mode Consecutive Frame Mode Self-Timer Mode 2. Using the Memory... Lock 5. Data Back (optional) Adjusting the Date on the Data Back 36 23 Adjusting the Time on the Data Back 37 23 Replacing the battery in the Data Back 38 24 7. II ADVANCED OPERATION 1.
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... cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosions, etc. 8 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES 2 3 NOLLVEI3d0 1V1:BN39 1 Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin or similar object. 2 Load two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings (+,) in the battery chamber. 3 Turn the battery chamber cover screw in the direction of the arrow to lock it securely. •...
... cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosions, etc. 8 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES 2 3 NOLLVEI3d0 1V1:BN39 1 Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin or similar object. 2 Load two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings (+,) in the battery chamber. 3 Turn the battery chamber cover screw in the direction of the arrow to lock it securely. •...
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...°C/68°F) General existing light photography about 120 rolls zCm) Bulb exposure time about 8 hours Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls at the same time. CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on the LCD panel to warn you. Q. Even if the...
...°C/68°F) General existing light photography about 120 rolls zCm) Bulb exposure time about 8 hours Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls at the same time. CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on the LCD panel to warn you. Q. Even if the...
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... in the viewfinder only when the FA lens is attached. 3. Set the shutter dial to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with new lithium batteries at room temperature.
... in the viewfinder only when the FA lens is attached. 3. Set the shutter dial to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with new lithium batteries at room temperature.
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...becomes weak or invisible. Loosen the battery cover fixing screw (located near the upper left side of the pressure plate) with the + side facing up. 4. 38 1 2 3 4 SNOLLVI:13dO C133NVACIV a 0 a Ili Replacing the Battery Replace the battery when the data information on the ...After the battery has been replaced, adjust the data again Ensure that the battery has not been installed properly. Replace the old battery with a new battery with a Phillips-head screwdriver, and then remove the battery chamber cover. 3. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and tighten the battery chamber ...
...becomes weak or invisible. Loosen the battery cover fixing screw (located near the upper left side of the pressure plate) with the + side facing up. 4. 38 1 2 3 4 SNOLLVI:13dO C133NVACIV a 0 a Ili Replacing the Battery Replace the battery when the data information on the ...After the battery has been replaced, adjust the data again Ensure that the battery has not been installed properly. Replace the old battery with a new battery with a Phillips-head screwdriver, and then remove the battery chamber cover. 3. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and tighten the battery chamber ...
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...on both sides of the viewfinder. The viewfinder magnification is available in sizes of 49mm, 52mm, 67mm and 77mm. • AA Battery Pack FG A battery pack which attaches to +3 Notes on prescription eyepiece for use with the camera equipped with the double cable release. 9 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL... Cable Switch F operating manual for more details. • Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder. • PENTAX Dedicated Flashes • AF200SA Hot-shoe mount, thyristor auto flash with a Guide Number of 20 (ISO 100, m) • AF201SA Hot-shoe...
...on both sides of the viewfinder. The viewfinder magnification is available in sizes of 49mm, 52mm, 67mm and 77mm. • AA Battery Pack FG A battery pack which attaches to +3 Notes on prescription eyepiece for use with the camera equipped with the double cable release. 9 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL... Cable Switch F operating manual for more details. • Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder. • PENTAX Dedicated Flashes • AF200SA Hot-shoe mount, thyristor auto flash with a Guide Number of 20 (ISO 100, m) • AF201SA Hot-shoe...
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Turn the main switch to [ ON ]. Install the batteries. The batteries are improperly installed. P. 24 P. 12 P. 8 P. 8 P. 8 In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity.This can be easily remedied. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms The shutter does not release. Causes The main switch is...
Turn the main switch to [ ON ]. Install the batteries. The batteries are improperly installed. P. 24 P. 12 P. 8 P. 8 P. 8 In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity.This can be easily remedied. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms The shutter does not release. Causes The main switch is...
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...release, Speed range: (1) Auto 1/200030 sec. (stepless), (2) Manual 1/2000-2 sec. (3) Bulb, Lens Mount 2 Compatible Lens Pentax KA2 bayonet mount (K-mount with ISO 25-5000; Mirror Quick-return mirror Film Loading Film advances automatically to 1st frame after starting....[ Av ]=Aperture-Priority AE Mode, [ M ]=Manual Exposure Mode, Film speed=6 - 6400, ISO indication, [ 0. ]=Film status information, [ Q ]=Battery exhaustion warning, Film counter=0-99 Preview Button Electronically controlled. Useable in Manual Exposure Mode, [ go exposure compensation indication, [*] mem-
...release, Speed range: (1) Auto 1/200030 sec. (stepless), (2) Manual 1/2000-2 sec. (3) Bulb, Lens Mount 2 Compatible Lens Pentax KA2 bayonet mount (K-mount with ISO 25-5000; Mirror Quick-return mirror Film Loading Film advances automatically to 1st frame after starting....[ Av ]=Aperture-Priority AE Mode, [ M ]=Manual Exposure Mode, Film speed=6 - 6400, ISO indication, [ 0. ]=Film status information, [ Q ]=Battery exhaustion warning, Film counter=0-99 Preview Button Electronically controlled. Useable in Manual Exposure Mode, [ go exposure compensation indication, [*] mem-
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... screw-mount, or any other lens that does not have information contacts: Center-weighted meter- or slower Power Source Two 3V lithium battery (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion - Exposure Meter With FA-, F-, or A-series lenses: TTL multi (2)-segment metering, Metering range from EV1 to 2019. 7-...oz) Supplied Accessories -Hot Shoe Cover FC, Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap FG, Eye Cup FH, Finder Cap Back cover Interchangeable for Pentax dedicated auto flashes (except FTZ-series flashes), ISO range=25-800 Flash sync speed 1/100 sec. ing. Warning Dimension and Weight-135.0mm ...
... screw-mount, or any other lens that does not have information contacts: Center-weighted meter- or slower Power Source Two 3V lithium battery (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion - Exposure Meter With FA-, F-, or A-series lenses: TTL multi (2)-segment metering, Metering range from EV1 to 2019. 7-...oz) Supplied Accessories -Hot Shoe Cover FC, Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap FG, Eye Cup FH, Finder Cap Back cover Interchangeable for Pentax dedicated auto flashes (except FTZ-series flashes), ISO range=25-800 Flash sync speed 1/100 sec. ing. Warning Dimension and Weight-135.0mm ...
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... the manufacturer in that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to be liable for any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; Shipping...be returned to the dealer from whom you within that country. In this procedure and warranty policy. 48 WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. Service...
... the manufacturer in that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to be liable for any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; Shipping...be returned to the dealer from whom you within that country. In this procedure and warranty policy. 48 WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. Service...
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50 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II 0 Viewfinder eyepiece Q Eyecup FH Q@Shutter curtain Memory lock button (p.34) (i) Pressure plate ei Film information window Back cover (-) Film leader end mark (p.13) 0 34 Battery chamber cover screw (p.8) pp a) Battery chamber cover (p.8) 0 0 (j) Sprocket (p.13) ® Tripod socket ® DX-information pin (p.15) Film chamber 04 ceee 0 42) 6) 0
50 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II 0 Viewfinder eyepiece Q Eyecup FH Q@Shutter curtain Memory lock button (p.34) (i) Pressure plate ei Film information window Back cover (-) Film leader end mark (p.13) 0 34 Battery chamber cover screw (p.8) pp a) Battery chamber cover (p.8) 0 0 (j) Sprocket (p.13) ® Tripod socket ® DX-information pin (p.15) Film chamber 04 ceee 0 42) 6) 0