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Index Introduction 1 Major working parts of the Honeywell Pentax Spotmatic II 2 Specifications 4 Short operating course 6 How to hold your camera 8 Film loading 9 Film wind and rewind 10 Bright field focusing 11 Microprism 11 Automatic diaphragm 12 Shutter 13 Depth -of-field guide 13 Depth-of-field tables 14 Range of light measurement 15 Mercury battery 16 Flash synchronization 17 Important notes 18 Self-timer 20 Infra-red photography 20 How to make deliberate double exposure 20 Honeywell Pentax warranty policy 22
Index Introduction 1 Major working parts of the Honeywell Pentax Spotmatic II 2 Specifications 4 Short operating course 6 How to hold your camera 8 Film loading 9 Film wind and rewind 10 Bright field focusing 11 Microprism 11 Automatic diaphragm 12 Shutter 13 Depth -of-field guide 13 Depth-of-field tables 14 Range of light measurement 15 Mercury battery 16 Flash synchronization 17 Important notes 18 Self-timer 20 Infra-red photography 20 How to make deliberate double exposure 20 Honeywell Pentax warranty policy 22
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... Indicator Loaded film reminder dial underneath film rewind knob is released. tungsten type), in white (black and white) and in meter measures the brightness of camera body rotates while film is powered with 50mm f/1.4 lens. Film Advance Ratchet-type rapid wind lever (for color; Body alone: 622 grams (1 lb. 4 oz.) B 4:5 c>•...
... Indicator Loaded film reminder dial underneath film rewind knob is released. tungsten type), in white (black and white) and in meter measures the brightness of camera body rotates while film is powered with 50mm f/1.4 lens. Film Advance Ratchet-type rapid wind lever (for color; Body alone: 622 grams (1 lb. 4 oz.) B 4:5 c>•...
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... of the loaded film to second paragraph, page 7.) COMPOSE AND FOCUS While viewing through the viewfinder, turn it into the battery housing when operating the camera.
... of the loaded film to second paragraph, page 7.) COMPOSE AND FOCUS While viewing through the viewfinder, turn it into the battery housing when operating the camera.
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TURN ON LIGHT METER SWITCH Push up and down with your camera firmly and trip the shutter. If the needle is not necessary to repeat instructions 4 and 5.) 7 y Be sure to a faster setting. When the needle rests at ...
TURN ON LIGHT METER SWITCH Push up and down with your camera firmly and trip the shutter. If the needle is not necessary to repeat instructions 4 and 5.) 7 y Be sure to a faster setting. When the needle rests at ...
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...distance scale ring with your body. it with the index finger (Position C). Cradle the camera with your left hand, and draw your right arm close to your body. With the Honeywell Pentax, whether held vertically or horizontally, you see your subject image through the taking lens, ...enabling you focus with the camera held more desirable for fast focusing and shooting. I As a general rule, your camera should be held horizontally (Position A), hold...
...distance scale ring with your body. it with the index finger (Position C). Cradle the camera with your left hand, and draw your right arm close to your body. With the Honeywell Pentax, whether held vertically or horizontally, you see your subject image through the taking lens, ...enabling you focus with the camera held more desirable for fast focusing and shooting. I As a general rule, your camera should be held horizontally (Position A), hold...
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... shutter until the ASA number of the take-up spool. 3. Be sure to open . 2. To check whether the camera is not loaded. Lift the out- Place the film cassette into slot of your camera. Close the back by turning the rapid wind lever. er ring of the shutter speed dial and rotate...
... shutter until the ASA number of the take-up spool. 3. Be sure to open . 2. To check whether the camera is not loaded. Lift the out- Place the film cassette into slot of your camera. Close the back by turning the rapid wind lever. er ring of the shutter speed dial and rotate...
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... be used for the first picture; Stop rewinding when you load your next film and turn all exposed frames will open the back of the camera, or all the way as the leader end of the film cannot be taken. 2 After the final picture on your first picture. Cock the rapid...
... be used for the first picture; Stop rewinding when you load your next film and turn all exposed frames will open the back of the camera, or all the way as the leader end of the film cannot be taken. 2 After the final picture on your first picture. Cock the rapid...
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... dots, much brighter. when "AUTO" appears, it is in focus, the image in manual position; The microprism is much like an engraver's screen. Microprism Honeywell Pentax cameras have a Fresnel lens with the diaphragm fully open. It is easier, however, to view and focus with a microprism center underneath the ground glass. As you...
... dots, much brighter. when "AUTO" appears, it is in focus, the image in manual position; The microprism is much like an engraver's screen. Microprism Honeywell Pentax cameras have a Fresnel lens with the diaphragm fully open. It is easier, however, to view and focus with a microprism center underneath the ground glass. As you...
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... ■ speed may be used, Depth-of-field guide the range on the distance scale ring covered within the figure 8 on the depth-of your camera. 2 To protect the shutter mechan- When a long exposure is set at 15 feet .. . In the above photograph, the distance scale is desired while ... distance index correspond to the shutter speed desired. For example, if the lens opening . With the shutter speed dial set either before putting the camera out of use of -field guide. The indicator window blacks out as the lens apertures change, the effective depth of in focus. For use ...
... ■ speed may be used, Depth-of-field guide the range on the distance scale ring covered within the figure 8 on the depth-of your camera. 2 To protect the shutter mechan- When a long exposure is set at 15 feet .. . In the above photograph, the distance scale is desired while ... distance index correspond to the shutter speed desired. For example, if the lens opening . With the shutter speed dial set either before putting the camera out of use of -field guide. The indicator window blacks out as the lens apertures change, the effective depth of in focus. For use ...
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The following table shows the range of the meter's light measurement, and should be turned on after you may be interpreted as the camera's total range of f/stop-shutter speed combinations. Please expose your subject on the ground glass. As you will note from the table below,... aperture settings is, of course, determined by the minimum and maximum apertures of the meter. Range of light measurement The exposure meter of the Spotmatic measures the brightness of this indicates that will bring the meter needle to 1/1000 sec. For example, with the shutter speed dial set at ...
The following table shows the range of the meter's light measurement, and should be turned on after you may be interpreted as the camera's total range of f/stop-shutter speed combinations. Please expose your subject on the ground glass. As you will note from the table below,... aperture settings is, of course, determined by the minimum and maximum apertures of the meter. Range of light measurement The exposure meter of the Spotmatic measures the brightness of this indicates that will bring the meter needle to 1/1000 sec. For example, with the shutter speed dial set at ...
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... battery is not rechargeable. The battery is like a phonograph record. A serious accident has been reported of a small child who has put a mercury battery into the camera. Set the shutter speed dial to "on the bottom cover plate with (+) side toward the top of small children. 16 Be sure the battery is... gripes and stomach inflammation. For replacement, use Mallory PX-400 or RM-400-R or equivalent. Please always keep a mercury battery from the reach of the camera.
... battery is not rechargeable. The battery is like a phonograph record. A serious accident has been reported of a small child who has put a mercury battery into the camera. Set the shutter speed dial to "on the bottom cover plate with (+) side toward the top of small children. 16 Be sure the battery is... gripes and stomach inflammation. For replacement, use Mallory PX-400 or RM-400-R or equivalent. Please always keep a mercury battery from the reach of the camera.
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hd.--r...oaic Hash., 17 Note the "X" setting is exactly at the front of the camera body, and a separate flash contact on the speed dial. SHUTTER SPEED 1 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 FLASH 1000 500 250 125 60 30 15 -8- 4 1 2 1 TERMINAL X FP - ,,,,.fii:::, , ,, Base) ) X hi ... for maximum lamp efficiency. To select FP or X, just turn the FP/X switch rim so that fits the built-in hot shoe. Flash synchronization The Spotmatic II has FP and X terminals at the 60 marked on the built-in hot shoe of the marks appears in the window. 6ineid When not using...
hd.--r...oaic Hash., 17 Note the "X" setting is exactly at the front of the camera body, and a separate flash contact on the speed dial. SHUTTER SPEED 1 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 FLASH 1000 500 250 125 60 30 15 -8- 4 1 2 1 TERMINAL X FP - ,,,,.fii:::, , ,, Base) ) X hi ... for maximum lamp efficiency. To select FP or X, just turn the FP/X switch rim so that fits the built-in hot shoe. Flash synchronization The Spotmatic II has FP and X terminals at the 60 marked on the built-in hot shoe of the marks appears in the window. 6ineid When not using...
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... and it is set in "AUTO" (automatic) position. Important notes Always keep the meter switched off when mounting a SuperTakumar or SMC Takumar lens on the Spotmatic II camera body. If it may get damaged. 1 When the index of the shutter speeds 2 turns to page 15. Leaving the meter switched on , the tip of...
... and it is set in "AUTO" (automatic) position. Important notes Always keep the meter switched off when mounting a SuperTakumar or SMC Takumar lens on the Spotmatic II camera body. If it may get damaged. 1 When the index of the shutter speeds 2 turns to page 15. Leaving the meter switched on , the tip of...
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Use with any other cameras: Honeywell Pentax H3v and Hla with two other camera may damage the rear lens element. Do not extend it longer than this length when mounting your camera on the film rewind knob. Forcing longer screws into the tripod socket of 3/16" (4.5mm).. Further, ...they can also be used with filters, close-ups, macro- and micro-photos, do not apply to the Spotmatic. x1.63 x1.96 x3.20 x4.80 x5.46 Primarily made for use with the Spotmatic II...
Use with any other cameras: Honeywell Pentax H3v and Hla with two other camera may damage the rear lens element. Do not extend it longer than this length when mounting your camera on the film rewind knob. Forcing longer screws into the tripod socket of 3/16" (4.5mm).. Further, ...they can also be used with filters, close-ups, macro- and micro-photos, do not apply to the Spotmatic. x1.63 x1.96 x3.20 x4.80 x5.46 Primarily made for use with the Spotmatic II...
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...highly respected by the distance scale ring. For your Honeywell Pentax, there is illustrated on page 23 have only 1.3 layer coatings. Super-Multi-Coated (SMC) Takumars Pentax SMC Takumar lenses are for rangefinder type cameras. tensity so color balance is reflected off the grass ...need for an accessory viewfinder, ordinarily required for people interested in the ultimate in photographic lenses. 21 Interchangeable Lenses The Honeywell Pentax offers many interchangeable lenses in a wide variety of focal lengths, all of which are set properly. Fixed Focusing Setting ...
...highly respected by the distance scale ring. For your Honeywell Pentax, there is illustrated on page 23 have only 1.3 layer coatings. Super-Multi-Coated (SMC) Takumars Pentax SMC Takumar lenses are for rangefinder type cameras. tensity so color balance is reflected off the grass ...need for an accessory viewfinder, ordinarily required for people interested in the ultimate in photographic lenses. 21 Interchangeable Lenses The Honeywell Pentax offers many interchangeable lenses in a wide variety of focal lengths, all of which are set properly. Fixed Focusing Setting ...
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... name and address, and date purchased. 22 RRANTY POLICY 0 Your new Honeywell Pentax camera is warranted for damages from delay or loss of use or other indirect consequential damages. With your request, include your Spotmatic 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 ...
... name and address, and date purchased. 22 RRANTY POLICY 0 Your new Honeywell Pentax camera is warranted for damages from delay or loss of use or other indirect consequential damages. With your request, include your Spotmatic 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 ...
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Don't touch it for a lengthy period of the camera's battery housing when you need additional information about your Honeywell Pentax, address your finger unnecessarily. Don't throw a used battery into its housing, wipe its surface completely with your questions to: Consumer Affairs at the address below: PENTAX 35 Inverness Dr. East Enfflewood, CO 30112 See...
Don't touch it for a lengthy period of the camera's battery housing when you need additional information about your Honeywell Pentax, address your finger unnecessarily. Don't throw a used battery into its housing, wipe its surface completely with your questions to: Consumer Affairs at the address below: PENTAX 35 Inverness Dr. East Enfflewood, CO 30112 See...