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... difference is minimized. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other object. • Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as paint thinner, alcohol.... Handle it in an area where chemicals are not covered under the terms of the warranty and charges may often be assessed. W Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of crystals may cause damage. Compose your camera inspected at...
... difference is minimized. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other object. • Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as paint thinner, alcohol.... Handle it in an area where chemicals are not covered under the terms of the warranty and charges may often be assessed. W Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of crystals may cause damage. Compose your camera inspected at...
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CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE 3 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 8 USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL 10 SET UP 11 THINGS TO DO 11 BEFORE TAKING PICTURES 12 STEP 1 Attaching the Strap 12 STEP 2 Loading the Batteries 13 STEP 3 Attaching a Lens 14 STEP 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) 16 STEP 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter . 17 STEP 6 Film loading 18 O
CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE 3 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 8 USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL 10 SET UP 11 THINGS TO DO 11 BEFORE TAKING PICTURES 12 STEP 1 Attaching the Strap 12 STEP 2 Loading the Batteries 13 STEP 3 Attaching a Lens 14 STEP 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) 16 STEP 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter . 17 STEP 6 Film loading 18 O
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NAMES OF WORKING PARTS Built-in flash Self-timer lamp Main switch Remote control receiver Shutter release button Cable release socket Strap lug Select switch Preview button Lens mount index At Exposure compensation button o o a° Focus mode switch Mirror AF coupler Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Film information window ‹."---- Strap lug Back cover Battery chamber cover Back cover release lever 0 o a , I Mid-roll rewind button Battery cover retainer screw Tripod socket
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS Built-in flash Self-timer lamp Main switch Remote control receiver Shutter release button Cable release socket Strap lug Select switch Preview button Lens mount index At Exposure compensation button o o a° Focus mode switch Mirror AF coupler Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Film information window ‹."---- Strap lug Back cover Battery chamber cover Back cover release lever 0 o a , I Mid-roll rewind button Battery cover retainer screw Tripod socket
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1 tft .. THINGS TO BEFORE TAKING PICTURES 12 Step 1 Attaching the Strap 12 Step 2 Loading the Batteries 13 Step 3 Attaching a Lens 14 Step 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) 16 Step 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter 17 Step 6 Film loading 18
1 tft .. THINGS TO BEFORE TAKING PICTURES 12 Step 1 Attaching the Strap 12 Step 2 Loading the Batteries 13 Step 3 Attaching a Lens 14 Step 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) 16 Step 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter 17 Step 6 Film loading 18
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Step 3 Attaching a Lens 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap. 7r) li= The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from dust and scratches upon factory shipment. II • After attaching the lens, try and turn the lens counterclockwise to make • sure it is also available. 2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place.
Step 3 Attaching a Lens 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap. 7r) li= The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from dust and scratches upon factory shipment. II • After attaching the lens, try and turn the lens counterclockwise to make • sure it is also available. 2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place.
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Dirt or corrosion on the body mount and lens mount clean. 00 01SONIH1 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 0 0 Ifir= Handling the Lens • To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise. 0 0 • We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • Use a soft, dry cloth to keep the electrical contacts on the contacts can cause problems with the electrical system.
Dirt or corrosion on the body mount and lens mount clean. 00 01SONIH1 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 0 0 Ifir= Handling the Lens • To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise. 0 0 • We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • Use a soft, dry cloth to keep the electrical contacts on the contacts can cause problems with the electrical system.
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... for singleframe shooting, Auto picture, multi-segment metering, and autofocus. . ON IMO 1 .111 6 e__! 0 NOTE To load the batteries and film or to attach the lens, see "Things to consecutive-frame mode OW p.46), selftimer ( p.49), remote control release mode, auto bracketing or multiple-exposure mode ( p.47). T Set the main switch...
... for singleframe shooting, Auto picture, multi-segment metering, and autofocus. . ON IMO 1 .111 6 e__! 0 NOTE To load the batteries and film or to attach the lens, see "Things to consecutive-frame mode OW p.46), selftimer ( p.49), remote control release mode, auto bracketing or multiple-exposure mode ( p.47). T Set the main switch...
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SNOLLVLI3d0 OISV9 C.2Ult" ANU tHJY Jilt/O111\U 2 Set the Auto Picture Mode. ®Set the mode dial to the [AUTO PICT] position. ()Turn the aperture ring to the [A] position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. ars a I;CA AUTO PICT V ISO nooG70O 55 28 0 61185.6 3$ ®The lens aperture ring can be released from the [A] position in the same manner. 70 II 35 28 ®The selected picture mode appears in the viewfinder and the mode dial.
SNOLLVLI3d0 OISV9 C.2Ult" ANU tHJY Jilt/O111\U 2 Set the Auto Picture Mode. ®Set the mode dial to the [AUTO PICT] position. ()Turn the aperture ring to the [A] position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. ars a I;CA AUTO PICT V ISO nooG70O 55 28 0 61185.6 3$ ®The lens aperture ring can be released from the [A] position in the same manner. 70 II 35 28 ®The selected picture mode appears in the viewfinder and the mode dial.
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... camera automatically selects one of 5 picture modes according to the requirement of the scene. • The Auto picture mode operates only when an FA or F lens is attached. • See page 56, 63 for details of the viewfinder. • See page 80 for any other exposure mode. • The AE lock... [ ] I Set the AF mode switch to the down position at [AF]. The focus will be taken unless focus is held in the halfway down , the lens automatically focuses. tom AF • The subject will remain locked as long as the shutter release button is achieved.
... camera automatically selects one of 5 picture modes according to the requirement of the scene. • The Auto picture mode operates only when an FA or F lens is attached. • See page 56, 63 for details of the viewfinder. • See page 80 for any other exposure mode. • The AE lock... [ ] I Set the AF mode switch to the down position at [AF]. The focus will be taken unless focus is held in the halfway down , the lens automatically focuses. tom AF • The subject will remain locked as long as the shutter release button is achieved.
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...camera firmly, with the 3 points-AF • frame [1 1] in general the shutter speed for shutter speeds slower than this. • When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the focal length. Cover the subject with the AF frame [[ 1]. a table, tree, or a wall ...is 100mm. For example, 1/60 of second when focal length is 50mm, and 1/125 of second when it is the inverse of the camera and lens is recommended to Do." p.11). 1 Frame the subject 3 points focus frame ®Look through the viewfinder and So frame the subject. SNOLLYEI3d0 ...
...camera firmly, with the 3 points-AF • frame [1 1] in general the shutter speed for shutter speeds slower than this. • When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the focal length. Cover the subject with the AF frame [[ 1]. a table, tree, or a wall ...is 100mm. For example, 1/60 of second when focal length is 50mm, and 1/125 of second when it is the inverse of the camera and lens is recommended to Do." p.11). 1 Frame the subject 3 points focus frame ®Look through the viewfinder and So frame the subject. SNOLLYEI3d0 ...
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To magnify the subject, turn the zoom ring to the right. 2 Taking the picture I Lightly depress the shutter release (( button halfway down with your fin- Using a Zoom Lens ♦ Using the Manual Zoom Lens To photograph a wider area, turn the zoom ring to the left. ger. The exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, flash status) will be displayed in the viewfinder. • See page 75 for autofocus. 0
To magnify the subject, turn the zoom ring to the right. 2 Taking the picture I Lightly depress the shutter release (( button halfway down with your fin- Using a Zoom Lens ♦ Using the Manual Zoom Lens To photograph a wider area, turn the zoom ring to the left. ger. The exposure information (shutter speed, aperture, flash status) will be displayed in the viewfinder. • See page 75 for autofocus. 0
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SMART FLASH The basic procedure for using the built-in flash (which varies with the lens used) is within about four meters (using the built-in flash is fully charged, [i] appears in flash does not retract automatically. 1 Auto pop-up when ... - The hood will obstruct a part of the flash light. • As a rule of thumb the distance for using an external flash unit, refer to the lens. backlit situation feet When the built-in flash is explained below.
SMART FLASH The basic procedure for using the built-in flash (which varies with the lens used) is within about four meters (using the built-in flash is fully charged, [i] appears in flash does not retract automatically. 1 Auto pop-up when ... - The hood will obstruct a part of the flash light. • As a rule of thumb the distance for using an external flash unit, refer to the lens. backlit situation feet When the built-in flash is explained below.
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... built-in flash discharges continuously to provide illumination, making it easy for the autofocus to work. • In the case of using an F or FA lens not suited for flash photography, [ will blink in the picture corners or semicircular vignetting at the time, the effective distance of the AF illuminator is... in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the flash is ready and the shutter release button is pressed halfway down. See F and FA Lens Compatibility Table Wp.90 2 Retracting the built-in flash TAfter using the built-in flash, push down the flash head to lock it in flash...
... built-in flash discharges continuously to provide illumination, making it easy for the autofocus to work. • In the case of using an F or FA lens not suited for flash photography, [ will blink in the picture corners or semicircular vignetting at the time, the effective distance of the AF illuminator is... in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the flash is ready and the shutter release button is pressed halfway down. See F and FA Lens Compatibility Table Wp.90 2 Retracting the built-in flash TAfter using the built-in flash, push down the flash head to lock it in flash...
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You can also select your desired Picture Mode manually. The picture mode has a total of 5 picture modes depending on page 57 to 62. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to [A]. 00 n F [ 50 35 20 p 1811!5.615 2 Set the mode dial to -subject distance and the image magnification. Close-up Program Mode NOTE ...
You can also select your desired Picture Mode manually. The picture mode has a total of 5 picture modes depending on page 57 to 62. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to [A]. 00 n F [ 50 35 20 p 1811!5.615 2 Set the mode dial to -subject distance and the image magnification. Close-up Program Mode NOTE ...
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likca In this mode, the telephoto lens produces a portrait in crisp focus against the out-of -field. So 0 OFF ON MD M34 Tv 6o •"I Av S.6 o__! righismig, a a Ise 2 When the shutter ... the mode dial to shoot group photography or snapshots in sharp and clear focus with the extended depth-of -focus background, while the wide angle lens enables you to [1 J. [Alk ] on the LCD panel. [AIL is also displayed in the viewfinder.
likca In this mode, the telephoto lens produces a portrait in crisp focus against the out-of -field. So 0 OFF ON MD M34 Tv 6o •"I Av S.6 o__! righismig, a a Ise 2 When the shutter ... the mode dial to shoot group photography or snapshots in sharp and clear focus with the extended depth-of -focus background, while the wide angle lens enables you to [1 J. [Alk ] on the LCD panel. [AIL is also displayed in the viewfinder.
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... camera for shooting landscapes with increased depth of the camera's mode dial and lens aperture ring setting as shown on the table below. Mode dial AUTO PICT SLAO.%....S TV AV M Lens Lens aperture Auto Picture Picture Mode Shutter-Priority Aperture-Priority Metered-Manual set to A... position AE AE AE AE aperture Lens aperture Aperture-Pnonty Aperture-Prouty Aperture-Pnority Aperture-Pnonty Metered-Manua( set to...
... camera for shooting landscapes with increased depth of the camera's mode dial and lens aperture ring setting as shown on the table below. Mode dial AUTO PICT SLAO.%....S TV AV M Lens Lens aperture Auto Picture Picture Mode Shutter-Priority Aperture-Priority Metered-Manual set to A... position AE AE AE AE aperture Lens aperture Aperture-Pnonty Aperture-Prouty Aperture-Pnority Aperture-Pnonty Metered-Manua( set to...
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... desired aperture value by the select switch. r Ol • The bar underneath the aperture value indicates that you select the lens aperture. • The approximate aperture indication appears only an FA or F lens is set to either [ AUTO PICT ], [s], [L],[A], [8],[r\] or [ 1a]. • The approximate aperture indication appears in the viewfinder and on...
... desired aperture value by the select switch. r Ol • The bar underneath the aperture value indicates that you select the lens aperture. • The approximate aperture indication appears only an FA or F lens is set to either [ AUTO PICT ], [s], [L],[A], [8],[r\] or [ 1a]. • The approximate aperture indication appears in the viewfinder and on...
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... is automatically set by the camera for freezing the action with a fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slow shutter speed. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to [A] while pressing the aperture -A- when it is too dark. Select a darker subject if it is too bright, or use a flash if it...
... is automatically set by the camera for freezing the action with a fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slow shutter speed. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to [A] while pressing the aperture -A- when it is too dark. Select a darker subject if it is too bright, or use a flash if it...
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... is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively under or overexposured photographs. / Set the lens aperture ring to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. If it is adjusted. If both selected...
... is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively under or overexposured photographs. / Set the lens aperture ring to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. If it is adjusted. If both selected...
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V I IIVU HIV cAru , uric IVIVLM OFF ON 240 Tv6o Av 5.6 e__I SNOLLVEI3dO 0B0NVACIV dfl d So F5.6 O 7 When under or over exposure is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed and aperture value will blink. 6 When the shutter release button is set beyond + 2 or - 2 steps (2EV), [ O] or [8] indicator will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
V I IIVU HIV cAru , uric IVIVLM OFF ON 240 Tv6o Av 5.6 e__I SNOLLVEI3dO 0B0NVACIV dfl d So F5.6 O 7 When under or over exposure is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed and aperture value will blink. 6 When the shutter release button is set beyond + 2 or - 2 steps (2EV), [ O] or [8] indicator will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.