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ished, the camera will automatica❑y rewind it (see page 13). Open the back cover Load the film and close The film will discharge automatically (see page 8). first frame (see page page 4). 8/ '943 36 O '94 3 Focus on power (see page 14). Depress the shutter release button. In dark conditions, the flash will automati- When the film is fin- OUTLINE OF BASIC OPERATIONS '94 3 ; the back cover (see cally advance to the to switch on your subject (see page 18). Open the lens protector (see page 7).
ished, the camera will automatica❑y rewind it (see page 13). Open the back cover Load the film and close The film will discharge automatically (see page 8). first frame (see page page 4). 8/ '943 36 O '94 3 Focus on power (see page 14). Depress the shutter release button. In dark conditions, the flash will automati- When the film is fin- OUTLINE OF BASIC OPERATIONS '94 3 ; the back cover (see cally advance to the to switch on your subject (see page 18). Open the lens protector (see page 7).
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Icon indicators used in dimly-lit places or photograph indoor scenes with convenient features to preserve your purchase of the PENTAX UC-1. Keep the flaps unfolded for quick reference while reading the manual. Your compact, light weight camera is equipped with ... from the camera's actual appearance. This camera is a great companion to enhance your photographic enjoyment. Since most of the operations-including film loading, film speed setting, winding/rewinding, focus and exposure control-are automatic, you took pictures. • Please read this manual carefully before operating...
Icon indicators used in dimly-lit places or photograph indoor scenes with convenient features to preserve your purchase of the PENTAX UC-1. Keep the flaps unfolded for quick reference while reading the manual. Your compact, light weight camera is equipped with ... from the camera's actual appearance. This camera is a great companion to enhance your photographic enjoyment. Since most of the operations-including film loading, film speed setting, winding/rewinding, focus and exposure control-are automatic, you took pictures. • Please read this manual carefully before operating...
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... attachment 2. Unloading the film 18 TAKING BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS How to hold the camera TAKING 3 4 5 TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS I. How to select modes /Red-eye reduction flash mode 20 Daylight-synchro ... battery 37 Flash effective ranges 39 Red-eye phenomenon 39 Taking care of basic operations • Cautions Flaps Front foldout Inside cover 1 PREPARATIONS BEFORE PHOTOGRAPHS 1. Film loading 7 3. TABLE OF CONTENTS • Names of working parts • Introduction • Outline of your camera 40 Practical shooting guide 42 Troubleshooting 44 Specifications ...
... attachment 2. Unloading the film 18 TAKING BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS How to hold the camera TAKING 3 4 5 TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS I. How to select modes /Red-eye reduction flash mode 20 Daylight-synchro ... battery 37 Flash effective ranges 39 Red-eye phenomenon 39 Taking care of basic operations • Cautions Flaps Front foldout Inside cover 1 PREPARATIONS BEFORE PHOTOGRAPHS 1. Film loading 7 3. TABLE OF CONTENTS • Names of working parts • Introduction • Outline of your camera 40 Practical shooting guide 42 Troubleshooting 44 Specifications ...
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...be used. • Use high-speed film with an ISO rating of these films are loaded, the proper film speed is automatically set for shooting indoors in dimly-lit conditions. • A film with ISO400 film speed is designed to use DX-coded films with the functions available on the camera,... • When buying DX-coded films, ensure that the package bears the "DX" mark. • Non-DX coded film cannot be familiar with ISO ratings from 25 to insert the film. BO , 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 i i i COON DX DX mark Film speed (ISO rating) Automatic film speed setting This camera is recommended to...
...be used. • Use high-speed film with an ISO rating of these films are loaded, the proper film speed is automatically set for shooting indoors in dimly-lit conditions. • A film with ISO400 film speed is designed to use DX-coded films with the functions available on the camera,... • When buying DX-coded films, ensure that the package bears the "DX" mark. • Non-DX coded film cannot be familiar with ISO ratings from 25 to insert the film. BO , 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 i i i COON DX DX mark Film speed (ISO rating) Automatic film speed setting This camera is recommended to...
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... placed properly be wound properly. • Make sure the film is taut as illustrated. 2 Place the film cartridge in the film by fitting its flat side on the film detector 0, film cannot be - O Flat YES! 7 x Slack NO! Align the tip of the film with the film leader end mark 0. tween the guide rails 9. • If ... out far enough from the cartridge to reach the take-up any slack in the film chamber by pushing it or cut off the bent portion. Take up spool 0. FILM LOADING • (5) I Slide the back cover release lever down in the direction of the arrow to open the back cover ...
... placed properly be wound properly. • Make sure the film is taut as illustrated. 2 Place the film cartridge in the film by fitting its flat side on the film detector 0, film cannot be - O Flat YES! 7 x Slack NO! Align the tip of the film with the film leader end mark 0. tween the guide rails 9. • If ... out far enough from the cartridge to reach the take-up any slack in the film chamber by pushing it or cut off the bent portion. Take up spool 0. FILM LOADING • (5) I Slide the back cover release lever down in the direction of the arrow to open the back cover ...
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... When " / " appears in the exposure counter on the LCD panel, it indicates that the film is not properly loaded. If this occurs, reload the film. If ( i ) does not appear on the LCD panel, the film automatically stops winding. The indication appears as shown above. '99 9. 1 4 After the back ...cover is closed, the film auto matically advances to the first frame. • Even if no film is loaded, the motor ...
... When " / " appears in the exposure counter on the LCD panel, it indicates that the film is not properly loaded. If this occurs, reload the film. If ( i ) does not appear on the LCD panel, the film automatically stops winding. The indication appears as shown above. '99 9. 1 4 After the back ...cover is closed, the film auto matically advances to the first frame. • Even if no film is loaded, the motor ...
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The built-in flash automatically discharges, the camera uses a shutter speed of approx. 1/40th of a second when ISO l00 film is different from the one shown above (which indicates that other modes are used . 12 These modes are set), switching power OFF and then ON ...
The built-in flash automatically discharges, the camera uses a shutter speed of approx. 1/40th of a second when ISO l00 film is different from the one shown above (which indicates that other modes are used . 12 These modes are set), switching power OFF and then ON ...
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Flash effective ranges (Nega-color film used) When the red lamp is lit continuously, make sure that the built-in flash is lit continuously before shooting. This camera includes a red-eye ... the next frame. If the red lamp blinks, this indicates that the red lamp is being charged and the shutter cannot be released. Then, the film automatically advances to focus on another subject, lift your subject's eye. Therefore, make sure that a picture has been taken. • If you are within the...
Flash effective ranges (Nega-color film used) When the red lamp is lit continuously, make sure that the built-in flash is lit continuously before shooting. This camera includes a red-eye ... the next frame. If the red lamp blinks, this indicates that the red lamp is being charged and the shutter cannot be released. Then, the film automatically advances to focus on another subject, lift your subject's eye. Therefore, make sure that a picture has been taken. • If you are within the...
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...extra frames may be released a frame or two even after the specified number of frames have exposed the last frame of shots shown on the film canister. Notes : • The shutter may be rewound. • During rewinding, the exposure counter counts frame numbers in the shade or... open the back cover, and remove the cartridge from the camera in reverse. • The entire roll of film including the film leader is always rewound into the cartridge to prevent any part of the film being exposed to shade the camera.) '44 ...O• • • • '94 g *I :GI 1am &#...
...extra frames may be released a frame or two even after the specified number of frames have exposed the last frame of shots shown on the film canister. Notes : • The shutter may be rewound. • During rewinding, the exposure counter counts frame numbers in the shade or... open the back cover, and remove the cartridge from the camera in reverse. • The entire roll of film including the film leader is always rewound into the cartridge to prevent any part of the film being exposed to shade the camera.) '44 ...O• • • • '94 g *I :GI 1am &#...
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Film rewinding starts. When the roll of film is rewound to unload a film before exposing all the frames, follow the procedures described below. - '94 3 -;• • • 49 ' 0 00 0 AVAil =MOO •411% 00 0 Rewinding a film in mid-roll If you wish to its end, the motor stops and ( (.1) blinks, indicating that the ...mid-roll film rewinding mode has been set. 2 While holding down the drive mode button, depress the shutter release button. I Open the lens protector and hold down ...
Film rewinding starts. When the roll of film is rewound to unload a film before exposing all the frames, follow the procedures described below. - '94 3 -;• • • 49 ' 0 00 0 AVAil =MOO •411% 00 0 Rewinding a film in mid-roll If you wish to its end, the motor stops and ( (.1) blinks, indicating that the ...mid-roll film rewinding mode has been set. 2 While holding down the drive mode button, depress the shutter release button. I Open the lens protector and hold down ...
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... mode. • When the format is automatically changed and compensated. The panoramic format picture allows horizontally positioned dynamic pictures to be taken (13 X 36mm on film). 1 Switching to the panoramic format picture Move the panorama mode selector switch to (P) to take a panoramic format picture. • When taking mode in the viewfinder...
... mode. • When the format is automatically changed and compensated. The panoramic format picture allows horizontally positioned dynamic pictures to be taken (13 X 36mm on film). 1 Switching to the panoramic format picture Move the panorama mode selector switch to (P) to take a panoramic format picture. • When taking mode in the viewfinder...
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... taken only panoramic format pictures on the entire roll of film, tell the clerk at the processing lab to develop the film with both panoramic and standard format photographs on the film, ask the clerk to develop the film with only the panoramic format. The dating unit automatically switches... according to the standard picture taking mode. If there are imprinted. NOTES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PANORAMIC FORMAT PICTURES • When developing the film, if you to record DATE information in the panoramic mode in a similar manner to the format mode selected. The mark "-" indicates the ...
... taken only panoramic format pictures on the entire roll of film, tell the clerk at the processing lab to develop the film with both panoramic and standard format photographs on the film, ask the clerk to develop the film with only the panoramic format. The dating unit automatically switches... according to the standard picture taking mode. If there are imprinted. NOTES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PANORAMIC FORMAT PICTURES • When developing the film, if you to record DATE information in the panoramic mode in a similar manner to the format mode selected. The mark "-" indicates the ...
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Your local film processor or camera dealers will advise you on all the options available to that of standard pictures. The number of exposures available in the panoramic ...
Your local film processor or camera dealers will advise you on all the options available to that of standard pictures. The number of exposures available in the panoramic ...
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... there is a white or yellow object in the picture above is simulated. 35 OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS The data on the LCD panel is imprinted on the film canis-
... there is a white or yellow object in the picture above is simulated. 35 OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS The data on the LCD panel is imprinted on the film canis-
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...the time (using the CR123A battery and under Pentax testing conditions) (The CR123A battery was used by both the camera body and the date function on the DATE model to warn you. After the battery is replaced. 36 Battery life (using 24-exposure film rolls) : Approx. 30 rolls Using flash ...50% of exposed frames are memorized and unchanged even if the battery is replaced, correct the time and date. (See page 34.) • The no operations can be performed. VAIN. 1 CI =V.0 OF When the battery is used under Pentax testing conditions...
...the time (using the CR123A battery and under Pentax testing conditions) (The CR123A battery was used by both the camera body and the date function on the DATE model to warn you. After the battery is replaced. 36 Battery life (using 24-exposure film rolls) : Approx. 30 rolls Using flash ...50% of exposed frames are memorized and unchanged even if the battery is replaced, correct the time and date. (See page 34.) • The no operations can be performed. VAIN. 1 CI =V.0 OF When the battery is used under Pentax testing conditions...
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... in the print. phy When a picture is shortened or by the reflection of the subject are brightened, or shooting distance is taken using films other than ISO 100, 200 or 400 are indicated in the retina. It can be reduced when the surroundings of the electronic flash in the...ISO Distance 25 0.3-1.9m 50 0.3-2.6m 800 0.5*-11.3m 1600 0.7 *-16.0m 3200 0.9 *-22.5m * With high speed film, overexposure may appear red in flash photogra- FLASH EFFECTIVE RANGES WITH FILMS OTHER THAN ISO 100,200 or 400 AND RED-EYE PHENOMENON IN FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY The correct camera-to subject distances...
... in the print. phy When a picture is shortened or by the reflection of the subject are brightened, or shooting distance is taken using films other than ISO 100, 200 or 400 are indicated in the retina. It can be reduced when the surroundings of the electronic flash in the...ISO Distance 25 0.3-1.9m 50 0.3-2.6m 800 0.5*-11.3m 1600 0.7 *-16.0m 3200 0.9 *-22.5m * With high speed film, overexposure may appear red in flash photogra- FLASH EFFECTIVE RANGES WITH FILMS OTHER THAN ISO 100,200 or 400 AND RED-EYE PHENOMENON IN FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY The correct camera-to subject distances...
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...of safety at the edges. • To maintain optimum performance, it is being prepared for battery leakage, traces of the Pentax warranty. 41 Compose your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. If the camera has not been used for an extended period, or is recommended that the camera be covered under... the terms of the warranty and charges may be caused by water, dirt or dust at points of the film frame. Also check for...
...of safety at the edges. • To maintain optimum performance, it is being prepared for battery leakage, traces of the Pentax warranty. 41 Compose your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. If the camera has not been used for an extended period, or is recommended that the camera be covered under... the terms of the warranty and charges may be caused by water, dirt or dust at points of the film frame. Also check for...
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... the shutter release button gently? 3.The lens retracted automatically (the power is left unused for over 5 minutes after the lens protector opened? If so, the film has been used up. The lens automatically retracts to switch off the power if the camera is turned off automatically) • Did you leave the...
... the shutter release button gently? 3.The lens retracted automatically (the power is left unused for over 5 minutes after the lens protector opened? If so, the film has been used up. The lens automatically retracts to switch off the power if the camera is turned off automatically) • Did you leave the...
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...: Flash-ready status, Red lamp blinking : Flash being charged. delay with focus lock. Rewinding time : approx 20 sec. SPECIFICATIONS Type : Film : Format : Film winding : Film loading : Film rewinding : Frame number : Lens : Focusing system : Shutter : Self timer : Viewfinder : Exposure control: 46 35mm fully automatic leaf-shutter... camera with built-in low light and/or hard-to 3200 (1EV step). Spotbeam is possible. Auto film speed setting with 35mm perforated DX-coded film with ISO rating from 25 to -autofocus subject. Pentax phase-matching autofocus system with LED indication.
...: Flash-ready status, Red lamp blinking : Flash being charged. delay with focus lock. Rewinding time : approx 20 sec. SPECIFICATIONS Type : Film : Format : Film winding : Film loading : Film rewinding : Frame number : Lens : Focusing system : Shutter : Self timer : Viewfinder : Exposure control: 46 35mm fully automatic leaf-shutter... camera with built-in low light and/or hard-to 3200 (1EV step). Spotbeam is possible. Auto film speed setting with 35mm perforated DX-coded film with ISO rating from 25 to -autofocus subject. Pentax phase-matching autofocus system with LED indication.
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... 50% of the film. Size & weight : 107.0 (W) X 58.0 (H) X 35.0 (D), 4.2" X 2.3" X 1.4" 155g (5.4oz) without Battery. Power source for Remote : Size & weight for One lithium battery CR1620 (replaced by half depression of the shutter release switch : Flash : button. under Pentax testing conditions). Imprinting method : From front of shooting uses flash (under Pentax testing conditinos. DATE model...
... 50% of the film. Size & weight : 107.0 (W) X 58.0 (H) X 35.0 (D), 4.2" X 2.3" X 1.4" 155g (5.4oz) without Battery. Power source for Remote : Size & weight for One lithium battery CR1620 (replaced by half depression of the shutter release switch : Flash : button. under Pentax testing conditions). Imprinting method : From front of shooting uses flash (under Pentax testing conditinos. DATE model...
