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...not followed, could result in serious injury to the operator. • 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. ,L WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high ...damage your neck is dangerous. CAUTION • Do not use the flash near anyone's eyes, as it may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to follow precautions given on this camera for an extended period may hurt them. Be...
...not followed, could result in serious injury to the operator. • 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. ,L WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high ...damage your neck is dangerous. CAUTION • Do not use the flash near anyone's eyes, as it may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to follow precautions given on this camera for an extended period may hurt them. Be...
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...Do not use solvents such as in a car. • Do not store the camera in temperature difference is a high-precision mechanism. Precautions for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to prevent the growth of electrical contact. Use a cushion to the camera mechanism as it... FOR YOUR CAMERA OM. If the camera suffers a severe shock or impact, take it in a place with moth balls or in con- Your Pentax camera is minimized. Furthermore, if the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions for storage • Avoid leaving the camera for ...
...Do not use solvents such as in a car. • Do not store the camera in temperature difference is a high-precision mechanism. Precautions for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to prevent the growth of electrical contact. Use a cushion to the camera mechanism as it... FOR YOUR CAMERA OM. If the camera suffers a severe shock or impact, take it in a place with moth balls or in con- Your Pentax camera is minimized. Furthermore, if the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions for storage • Avoid leaving the camera for ...
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...of the warranty. lined in water cannot usually be repaired. " sides facing correctly. • Battery performance may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for an extended period, or is one or two years. Damage of any...; C to -10° C (122°F to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the battery is used for the repair of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the same time. If such an accident should be inserted with ...
...of the warranty. lined in water cannot usually be repaired. " sides facing correctly. • Battery performance may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for an extended period, or is one or two years. Damage of any...; C to -10° C (122°F to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the battery is used for the repair of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the same time. If such an accident should be inserted with ...
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...segment metering mode 30 Using zoom lenses 31 Holding the camera 34 Selecting the Autofocus Mode 35 Taking a picture 36 Basic operation for battery 2 LCD panel indication 6 Viewfinder indication 7 Easy to use! (For beginners) 8 Cameras and lens mounts 10 Camera functions available ...Function 41 • Automatic flash function 43 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 13-27 Attaching the camera strap 13 Loading the batteries 14 • When the battery is exhausted 17 Attaching the lens 18 Using the shutter release button 20 Turning on the power 21 Film loading 22...
...segment metering mode 30 Using zoom lenses 31 Holding the camera 34 Selecting the Autofocus Mode 35 Taking a picture 36 Basic operation for battery 2 LCD panel indication 6 Viewfinder indication 7 Easy to use! (For beginners) 8 Cameras and lens mounts 10 Camera functions available ...Function 41 • Automatic flash function 43 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 13-27 Attaching the camera strap 13 Loading the batteries 14 • When the battery is exhausted 17 Attaching the lens 18 Using the shutter release button 20 Turning on the power 21 Film loading 22...
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...; : Red-Eye Reduction Flash Indication (p.41) Flash Information (p.38,40) O : Automatic Flash function Information (p.43) 88 : Exposure Counter (p.24) • : Film Status Information (p.24,25) o : Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.17) .41 : Audible PCV Signal (p.70) Co : Film Speed Setting Signals (p.75) 8 8 60 : Film Speed Information (p.75) LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) When the...
...; : Red-Eye Reduction Flash Indication (p.41) Flash Information (p.38,40) O : Automatic Flash function Information (p.43) 88 : Exposure Counter (p.24) • : Film Status Information (p.24,25) o : Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.17) .41 : Audible PCV Signal (p.70) Co : Film Speed Setting Signals (p.75) 8 8 60 : Film Speed Information (p.75) LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) When the...
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... the lens O ICI OP Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Load two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings ( . ) in the battery chamber. (See page 14.) Align the red indexes on the power IQ P While holding down the aperture A-lock button, turn the lens aper ture ring ...
... the lens O ICI OP Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Load two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings ( . ) in the battery chamber. (See page 14.) Align the red indexes on the power IQ P While holding down the aperture A-lock button, turn the lens aper ture ring ...
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" sides facing correctly. The battery should be inserted with the "+" and " - Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin, etc. MIMI (2) LOADING THE BATTERIES 2 1. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or equivalent as shown in the illustration. • Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as shown in the illustration. 2. as leakage, owerheating, explosions, etc.
" sides facing correctly. The battery should be inserted with the "+" and " - Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin, etc. MIMI (2) LOADING THE BATTERIES 2 1. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or equivalent as shown in the illustration. • Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as shown in the illustration. 2. as leakage, owerheating, explosions, etc.
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3 • When the battery is also available for this camera instead of the arrow to lock it securely. matic flash function of the built-in the direc O tion of using the lithium batteries. 0 m 2 =rnis 3. main unchanged excent the audible PCV signal mem switching, red-eye reduction flash function and auto- Turn the battery chamber cover screw in flash. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is replaced, all camera settings re-
3 • When the battery is also available for this camera instead of the arrow to lock it securely. matic flash function of the built-in the direc O tion of using the lithium batteries. 0 m 2 =rnis 3. main unchanged excent the audible PCV signal mem switching, red-eye reduction flash function and auto- Turn the battery chamber cover screw in flash. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is replaced, all camera settings re-
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Actual battery life and perfo mance may be different if a lens is given as an example and may vary drastically depending on usage of Autofocus, Power zoom ... shown above. • The LCD display as temperature and freshness of the time) about 12 rolls Bulb exposure time about 8 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Battery Life ( Using 24-exposure film rolls General existing light photography about 120 rolls Flash photography (using flash 50% of the time) about 20...
Actual battery life and perfo mance may be different if a lens is given as an example and may vary drastically depending on usage of Autofocus, Power zoom ... shown above. • The LCD display as temperature and freshness of the time) about 12 rolls Bulb exposure time about 8 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Battery Life ( Using 24-exposure film rolls General existing light photography about 120 rolls Flash photography (using flash 50% of the time) about 20...
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Do not cn mix battery brands, type or old battery with a new 0 one. See page 14. m 0 rrnn -a * Low Battery Warning 0 When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the battery symbol [4==] appears on the LCD panel to warn you. It may cause explosion or overheating. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. L 54 Pe p tc ▪ I • When the low battery warning [ cm] starts blinking, the shutter cannot be released and all indications in the viewfinder disappear. • Replace the two batteries at the same time.
Do not cn mix battery brands, type or old battery with a new 0 one. See page 14. m 0 rrnn -a * Low Battery Warning 0 When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the battery symbol [4==] appears on the LCD panel to warn you. It may cause explosion or overheating. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. L 54 Pe p tc ▪ I • When the low battery warning [ cm] starts blinking, the shutter cannot be released and all indications in the viewfinder disappear. • Replace the two batteries at the same time.
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... the flash, retract the built-in flash by pressing it down into the camera body. • If the Built-In flash is used continuously, the battery may become warm, but it is fully charged. 39 Flash effective range for Programmed TTL Auto Flash with ISO 100 (400) film used , see page... at a distance closer than 0.7m (2.6ft), the correct exposure cannot be obtained, and you would like to the hot shoe. it does not mean the battery is shot at the Programmed AE Mode. If you will see the flash connections on its barrel. • This effective range table is only applicable...
... the flash, retract the built-in flash by pressing it down into the camera body. • If the Built-In flash is used continuously, the battery may become warm, but it is fully charged. 39 Flash effective range for Programmed TTL Auto Flash with ISO 100 (400) film used , see page... at a distance closer than 0.7m (2.6ft), the correct exposure cannot be obtained, and you would like to the hot shoe. it does not mean the battery is shot at the Programmed AE Mode. If you will see the flash connections on its barrel. • This effective range table is only applicable...
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Adjust the desired aperture by the lens aperture ring. 0 3 70 35 28 1,001 Aa 22 16 118 5.6 4 63 • 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. • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures. a z m 3.
Adjust the desired aperture by the lens aperture ring. 0 3 70 35 28 1,001 Aa 22 16 118 5.6 4 63 • 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. • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures. a z m 3.
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... even if the flash unit is set to Manual. • When the flash unit is loaded. The slower shutter speed varies according to save battery power. However, when a non-autofocus lens is in use . • Multiple flash burst on what ISO film is charged and left unused ...for about 3 minutes, the power automatically switches off to save battery power. Depressing the shutter release button halfway down will restart charging of the flash units. AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ • These flash units feature a ...
... even if the flash unit is set to Manual. • When the flash unit is loaded. The slower shutter speed varies according to save battery power. However, when a non-autofocus lens is in use . • Multiple flash burst on what ISO film is charged and left unused ...for about 3 minutes, the power automatically switches off to save battery power. Depressing the shutter release button halfway down will restart charging of the flash units. AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ • These flash units feature a ...
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.... • Cable Switch F A shutter release cord designed for use with the MZ- 5/ZX-5, Z-70/PZ-70, Z-20/PZ-20, Z-10/PZ-10, Z- 1/PZ-1, • Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for autofocus photography using the lithium batteries. • Data Back F. year/ monthz 'day, day/ monthi'year, month/day /...of using KA- curtain-sync flash mode. 0 • AF330FTZ m A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in meters (ISO100). The battery pack which allow the AF240FT, AF330FTZ, AF400FTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off the camera, while maintaining full electronic coupling to print one of the...
.... • Cable Switch F A shutter release cord designed for use with the MZ- 5/ZX-5, Z-70/PZ-70, Z-20/PZ-20, Z-10/PZ-10, Z- 1/PZ-1, • Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for autofocus photography using the lithium batteries. • Data Back F. year/ monthz 'day, day/ monthi'year, month/day /...of using KA- curtain-sync flash mode. 0 • AF330FTZ m A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in meters (ISO100). The battery pack which allow the AF240FT, AF330FTZ, AF400FTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off the camera, while maintaining full electronic coupling to print one of the...
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... dial to EMF'J. The drive mode switch is being charged. Turn ON the drive mode switch. P 75 The self-timer mode is set . Replace the battery. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The shutter does not release. P.21 The low...
... dial to EMF'J. The drive mode switch is being charged. Turn ON the drive mode switch. P 75 The self-timer mode is set . Replace the battery. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The shutter does not release. P.21 The low...
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Symptoms Causes Remedies [0] blinks in the manual zoom mode. The subject is operated. Reference P.66 P.47 P.14 P.33 0 mm manually using the matte field. The camera focuses automatically ing. charge. Push the power zoom ring forward until not function. the words [POWER ZOOM] appear. The power zoom system does The lens is dead. when the power zoom is too close or difficult to Use the focus-lock technique or focus autofocus. The built-in flash does not The battery is in the viewfinder. The lens focuses when zoom- Replace the battery.
Symptoms Causes Remedies [0] blinks in the manual zoom mode. The subject is operated. Reference P.66 P.47 P.14 P.33 0 mm manually using the matte field. The camera focuses automatically ing. charge. Push the power zoom ring forward until not function. the words [POWER ZOOM] appear. The power zoom system does The lens is dead. when the power zoom is too close or difficult to Use the focus-lock technique or focus autofocus. The built-in flash does not The battery is in the viewfinder. The lens focuses when zoom- Replace the battery.
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...Shutter lock by setting Drive mode switch at ISO 100 with AF coupler, lens information contacts and power contacts) Compatible Lens: Pentax mount lenses. Autofocus is possible using shutter release button, Focus t2n7 Power Zoom: Mode: AF(predictive AF provided). O-4 Autofocus... AE Mode, _ M =Metered Manual Mode, [ bu =Bulb-Mode, Film speed= 6 - 6400, ISO indication, [ --Film status information, _a 1 =Battery exhaustion warning, Film counter =0-99 *1 =Built-in Manual Exposure Mode, 1 expo- IMO SPECIFICATIONS Type: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with 50mm lens at OO...
...Shutter lock by setting Drive mode switch at ISO 100 with AF coupler, lens information contacts and power contacts) Compatible Lens: Pentax mount lenses. Autofocus is possible using shutter release button, Focus t2n7 Power Zoom: Mode: AF(predictive AF provided). O-4 Autofocus... AE Mode, _ M =Metered Manual Mode, [ bu =Bulb-Mode, Film speed= 6 - 6400, ISO indication, [ --Film status information, _a 1 =Battery exhaustion warning, Film counter =0-99 *1 =Built-in Manual Exposure Mode, 1 expo- IMO SPECIFICATIONS Type: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with 50mm lens at OO...
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...5mm(D) (5.3"x3.5"x2.4") 400g(14.1 oz) body only without batteries Supplied Accessories: Hot Shoe Cover F., Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap F., Eye Cup F., Finder Cap Back cover : Interchangeable for replacing with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range=25-800 r71 Power Source: ...Two 3V lithium battery (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion Warning: Battery exhaustion symbol (c=s] is lit (blinking when the shutter is locked; no ...
...5mm(D) (5.3"x3.5"x2.4") 400g(14.1 oz) body only without batteries Supplied Accessories: Hot Shoe Cover F., Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap F., Eye Cup F., Finder Cap Back cover : Interchangeable for replacing with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range=25-800 r71 Power Source: ...Two 3V lithium battery (CR2 or equivalent) Battery Exhaustion Warning: Battery exhaustion symbol (c=s] is lit (blinking when the shutter is locked; no ...
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... the manufacturer, with its authorized representatives shall not be li- The manu- In this procedure and warranty policy. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the 12month warranty period should be returned to ... for any kind, whether caused by m defective material or workmanship or otherwise; age, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corro- Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any Pentax which proves defective during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer's...
... the manufacturer, with its authorized representatives shall not be li- The manu- In this procedure and warranty policy. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the 12month warranty period should be returned to ... for any kind, whether caused by m defective material or workmanship or otherwise; age, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corro- Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any Pentax which proves defective during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer's...
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MED NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II O Shutter curtain O Viewfinder eyepiece O Diopter adjustment lever (p.27) O Eyecup FG (p.27) O Panorama lever (p.52) O Spot AF button (p.65) O Film information window O Pressure plate a O Back cover Film leader end mark (p.23) al Battery chamber cover screw (p.13) a Battery chamber cover (p.14) 0 Sprocket os O Tripod socket O DX-information pin (p.23) O Film chamber 00 (-D \ QM gr•
MED NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II O Shutter curtain O Viewfinder eyepiece O Diopter adjustment lever (p.27) O Eyecup FG (p.27) O Panorama lever (p.52) O Spot AF button (p.65) O Film information window O Pressure plate a O Back cover Film leader end mark (p.23) al Battery chamber cover screw (p.13) a Battery chamber cover (p.14) 0 Sprocket os O Tripod socket O DX-information pin (p.23) O Film chamber 00 (-D \ QM gr•