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Aperture Auto-lock Button Aperture "A" Index - Distance Scale Depth-of-field scale Aperture Scale Mode Selector -Film Advance/ Battery Check Lamp-Frame Counter Shutter Release Button-, l • Strap Lug II Grip Cable Release Socket Self-timer LEDSelf-timer Lever Lens Release Lever Lens Alignment Node Hot Shoe ISO Dial Lock Release ISO Dial Rewind Crank Rewind Knob \--Exposure Compensation Button --
Aperture Auto-lock Button Aperture "A" Index - Distance Scale Depth-of-field scale Aperture Scale Mode Selector -Film Advance/ Battery Check Lamp-Frame Counter Shutter Release Button-, l • Strap Lug II Grip Cable Release Socket Self-timer LEDSelf-timer Lever Lens Release Lever Lens Alignment Node Hot Shoe ISO Dial Lock Release ISO Dial Rewind Crank Rewind Knob \--Exposure Compensation Button --
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... mode Using Pentax dedicated auto flash units Using Programmed Auto Flash mode 2 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Exposure compensation 30 Using self-timer 31 5 Using 60 $ (1/60 sec.) 32 6 Using B (bulb) 33 Depth of your camera 46 21 Warranty policy 48 22 24 26 27 1• TABLE OF CONTENTS Features PREPARATIONS Loading batteries; soft case...
... mode Using Pentax dedicated auto flash units Using Programmed Auto Flash mode 2 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Exposure compensation 30 Using self-timer 31 5 Using 60 $ (1/60 sec.) 32 6 Using B (bulb) 33 Depth of your camera 46 21 Warranty policy 48 22 24 26 27 1• TABLE OF CONTENTS Features PREPARATIONS Loading batteries; soft case...
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...as possible, using the splitimage or microprism in the viewfinder. Also, use an electronic flash with this camera? A.: Use two AA-size Alkaline batteries. But, with the flash unit featuring TTL Auto Flash operation, you should I take the picture with this camera Q.: I shoot with the camera... why has the shutter not been released? The questions and answers on what you cannot use all the Pentax dedicated flash units. A.: About 50 rolls of 36-exposure film with a set of batteries should know first about this camera? A.: You can use the TTL Auto Flash mode. (Refer to...
...as possible, using the splitimage or microprism in the viewfinder. Also, use an electronic flash with this camera? A.: Use two AA-size Alkaline batteries. But, with the flash unit featuring TTL Auto Flash operation, you should I take the picture with this camera Q.: I shoot with the camera... why has the shutter not been released? The questions and answers on what you cannot use all the Pentax dedicated flash units. A.: About 50 rolls of 36-exposure film with a set of batteries should know first about this camera? A.: You can use the TTL Auto Flash mode. (Refer to...
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... those indicated on the back of the cover. so that their life is shorter. Manganese batteries are incorrectly loaded or the battery power is aligned with the red-line index. use Ni-Cd batteries. C. if not, they are not recommended as their (+) and (-) marks face those ...supplied with fresh ones. 5• Battery check As illustrated, turn the mode selector to function properly. If the battery check lamp glows, the batteries are getting weaker. Close the cover by sliding it back. When the film advancing time...
... those indicated on the back of the cover. so that their life is shorter. Manganese batteries are incorrectly loaded or the battery power is aligned with the red-line index. use Ni-Cd batteries. C. if not, they are not recommended as their (+) and (-) marks face those ...supplied with fresh ones. 5• Battery check As illustrated, turn the mode selector to function properly. If the battery check lamp glows, the batteries are getting weaker. Close the cover by sliding it back. When the film advancing time...
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... at "A") Aperture-priority AE mode: (Lens set the mode selector to "PROGRAM" and partially depress the shutter button, the exposure meter will release the shutter. C.: Battery Check Shutter Button As you take your desired mode. C. ( 23121INIPS ANNE S.OVASICE 7• Shutter Button Lock If you turn the mode selector to your finger...
... at "A") Aperture-priority AE mode: (Lens set the mode selector to "PROGRAM" and partially depress the shutter button, the exposure meter will release the shutter. C.: Battery Check Shutter Button As you take your desired mode. C. ( 23121INIPS ANNE S.OVASICE 7• Shutter Button Lock If you turn the mode selector to your finger...
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... of the reach of children. • Never break, recharge, or throw used batteries into fire as leakage, heating or explosions. PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERIES • Incorrect usage of batteries causes such hazards as a precaution against explosions. • Batteries should remove batteries from the camera. Polarity markings should be kept warm in cold climates to leak and...
... of the reach of children. • Never break, recharge, or throw used batteries into fire as leakage, heating or explosions. PRECAUTIONS ON BATTERIES • Incorrect usage of batteries causes such hazards as a precaution against explosions. • Batteries should remove batteries from the camera. Polarity markings should be kept warm in cold climates to leak and...
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... EV 18 (f/16, 1/1000 sec.) with GPD cell. Two "AA"-size alkaline batteries. Film Loading: Film Winding: Exposure Counter: Film Rewind: Exposure Metering: Metering Range: Exposure Compensation: Power Source: Battery Check: Body Size & Weight: Automatic film loading system; Open aperture, TTL center-weighted...button. film automatically advanced to indicate sufficient power. 152.5(W) x 87.5(H) x 50.5(D)mm (5.3" x 3.4" x 2.0"); 530g (18.7 oz.) without batteries. 45* up to "0" frame on grip lights, motor automatically switched off. Crank type. Set mode selector dial to "BATT.C': Red LED ...
... EV 18 (f/16, 1/1000 sec.) with GPD cell. Two "AA"-size alkaline batteries. Film Loading: Film Winding: Exposure Counter: Film Rewind: Exposure Metering: Metering Range: Exposure Compensation: Power Source: Battery Check: Body Size & Weight: Automatic film loading system; Open aperture, TTL center-weighted...button. film automatically advanced to indicate sufficient power. 152.5(W) x 87.5(H) x 50.5(D)mm (5.3" x 3.4" x 2.0"); 530g (18.7 oz.) without batteries. 45* up to "0" frame on grip lights, motor automatically switched off. Crank type. Set mode selector dial to "BATT.C': Red LED ...
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...be protected from the rain. Water damage, particularly if the camera is a sophisticated, precision instrument built to a Pentax service center. 3. It will serve you well if you need lens-cleaning fluid, lens-cleaning tissues, bulb-type...lasting, reliable service. TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA I Ir I 4 • 41, 0 • 46 Your Pentax camera is submerged in many ways. 2. Dropping or banging the camera against immovable objects, which can cause serious damage... from salt spray at the beach, splashing of batteries should last a year with proper handling and reasonable care.
...be protected from the rain. Water damage, particularly if the camera is a sophisticated, precision instrument built to a Pentax service center. 3. It will serve you well if you need lens-cleaning fluid, lens-cleaning tissues, bulb-type...lasting, reliable service. TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA I Ir I 4 • 41, 0 • 46 Your Pentax camera is submerged in many ways. 2. Dropping or banging the camera against immovable objects, which can cause serious damage... from salt spray at the beach, splashing of batteries should last a year with proper handling and reasonable care.
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Humidity and temperature extremes should function properly are traveling in winter presents a problem since batteries won't function if they get too cold. This is a possible source of rust, which this camera should be avoided as much as possible. Vibration experienced... the camera is not possible, keeping the camera in its case or bag will help somewhat in temperature will often cause moisture to keep the batteries warm. Sudden changes in minimizing the effects of a rapid temperature change of 10°C should be avoided. As a guide, a temperature change . 5. Keep your coat ...
Humidity and temperature extremes should function properly are traveling in winter presents a problem since batteries won't function if they get too cold. This is a possible source of rust, which this camera should be avoided as much as possible. Vibration experienced... the camera is not possible, keeping the camera in its case or bag will help somewhat in temperature will often cause moisture to keep the batteries warm. Sudden changes in minimizing the effects of a rapid temperature change of 10°C should be avoided. As a guide, a temperature change . 5. Keep your coat ...