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Keep this manual before using the camera in helping you very much for purchasing the Pentax SLR camera. WELCOME Thank you to get the most out of all the camera's capabilities. Please read this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in order to understand all the features and functions.
Keep this manual before using the camera in helping you very much for purchasing the Pentax SLR camera. WELCOME Thank you to get the most out of all the camera's capabilities. Please read this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in order to understand all the features and functions.
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...O Never try to the operator. Be particularly careful with the flash around their neck. • Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as there is danger of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to follow precautions given on this... mark indicates precautions that small children do not dispose of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g: shutter blades, etc.) Be sure to smoke. Although we have carefully designed this page. Make sure that , if not followed, could result in fire...
...O Never try to the operator. Be particularly careful with the flash around their neck. • Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as there is danger of the battery in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to follow precautions given on this... mark indicates precautions that small children do not dispose of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g: shutter blades, etc.) Be sure to smoke. Although we have carefully designed this page. Make sure that , if not followed, could result in fire...
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...boat, etc. • Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as it off what appears on the lens or viewfinder. • Never use the camera where it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature ...dry air circulation to prevent the growth of the warranty and charges may look dark due to the lens blocking the mirror. W Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of crystals may cause damage. Handle it in temperature ...
...boat, etc. • Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as it off what appears on the lens or viewfinder. • Never use the camera where it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature ...dry air circulation to prevent the growth of the warranty and charges may look dark due to the lens blocking the mirror. W Your Pentax camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of crystals may cause damage. Handle it in temperature ...
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...is one of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at no charge under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for Your Camera" section or any kind cannot be repaired at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or ... may cause explosion or overheating. The battery should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it does not mean that the camera be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but will be repaired. If such an accident should be...
...is one of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at no charge under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for Your Camera" section or any kind cannot be repaired at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or ... may cause explosion or overheating. The battery should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it does not mean that the camera be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but will be repaired. If such an accident should be...
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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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BASIC 21 BASIC OPERATIONS 21 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 22 POWER ON/OFF 22 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 24 TAKING A PICTURE 27 BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH 30 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH 30 SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE 33 UNLOADING FILM 34 REWINDING THE FILM 34 SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO) MANUALLY 36 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE CAMERA BATTERIES 38 REPLACE BATTERY FOR DATA BACK FJ (OPTIONAL) 40 ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK (OPTIONAL) 42
BASIC 21 BASIC OPERATIONS 21 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 22 POWER ON/OFF 22 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 24 TAKING A PICTURE 27 BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH 30 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH 30 SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE 33 UNLOADING FILM 34 REWINDING THE FILM 34 SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO) MANUALLY 36 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE CAMERA BATTERIES 38 REPLACE BATTERY FOR DATA BACK FJ (OPTIONAL) 40 ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK (OPTIONAL) 42
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STEP UP 45 ADVANCED OPERATIONS 45 CAMERA OPERATIONS 46 CONSECUTIVE-FRAME DRIVE 46 MULTIPLE EXPOSURES ON A SINGLE FRAME 47 SELF-TIMER MODE 49 REMOTE CONTROL SHOOTING (OPTIONAL) E.i0 AUTO BRACKETING 53 USING ...
STEP UP 45 ADVANCED OPERATIONS 45 CAMERA OPERATIONS 46 CONSECUTIVE-FRAME DRIVE 46 MULTIPLE EXPOSURES ON A SINGLE FRAME 47 SELF-TIMER MODE 49 REMOTE CONTROL SHOOTING (OPTIONAL) E.i0 AUTO BRACKETING 53 USING ...
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... 101 USING CONTRAST-CONTROL-SYNC FLASH MODE 103 USING SLOW-SPEED SYNC 105 PRECAUTIONS FOR USING FLASH 107 APPENDIX 109 PENTAX FUNCTIONS 110 BASIC SETTING OF PENTAX FUNCTIONS 111 SETTING A PENTAX FUNCTION 113 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES 117 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) 119 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 122 TROUBLE SHOOTING 125 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 128 WARRANTY POLICY...
... 101 USING CONTRAST-CONTROL-SYNC FLASH MODE 103 USING SLOW-SPEED SYNC 105 PRECAUTIONS FOR USING FLASH 107 APPENDIX 109 PENTAX FUNCTIONS 110 BASIC SETTING OF PENTAX FUNCTIONS 111 SETTING A PENTAX FUNCTION 113 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES 117 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) 119 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 122 TROUBLE SHOOTING 125 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 128 WARRANTY POLICY...
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...exposure, bulb exposure, exposure compensation • Focusing: Auto focus mode, manual focusing ♦Flash Photography • Tips: Tips on using the camera and accessories, as well as the names of the following sections. ♦Things to single-frame mode, programmed AE mode, multi-segment metering ... mode. • Using the Built-in backlit conditions and at night, flash exposure settings, and effective flash range. • Using a Pentax-Dedicated External Flash: Explains the opera- It also explains how to load and rewind the film. ♦Basic Operations • Explains the easiest...
...exposure, bulb exposure, exposure compensation • Focusing: Auto focus mode, manual focusing ♦Flash Photography • Tips: Tips on using the camera and accessories, as well as the names of the following sections. ♦Things to single-frame mode, programmed AE mode, multi-segment metering ... mode. • Using the Built-in backlit conditions and at night, flash exposure settings, and effective flash range. • Using a Pentax-Dedicated External Flash: Explains the opera- It also explains how to load and rewind the film. ♦Basic Operations • Explains the easiest...
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... strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from the O camera body. 2 Follow the same procedure to attach the other end of the strap to do before using the camera for the first time. tcom The strap's clasp can store the viewfinder cap, hot shoe cover...
... strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from the O camera body. 2 Follow the same procedure to attach the other end of the strap to do before using the camera for the first time. tcom The strap's clasp can store the viewfinder cap, hot shoe cover...
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oa 0J.SONIHI. Memo About the Batteries • Be sure to use a coin to turn the cover clockwise to close. ies. • When taking the camera to replace the batteries and read the cautions regarding the batteries. (tZ"p.38) • titi-Slit IAKJA, FIC,1 L7I-ItS Step 2 Loading the Batteries 1 As ...
oa 0J.SONIHI. Memo About the Batteries • Be sure to use a coin to turn the cover clockwise to close. ies. • When taking the camera to replace the batteries and read the cautions regarding the batteries. (tZ"p.38) • titi-Slit IAKJA, FIC,1 L7I-ItS Step 2 Loading the Batteries 1 As ...
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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. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place. II • After attaching the lens, try and turn the lens clockwise until 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 counterclockwise to make • sure it clicks 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. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is locked in place. II • After attaching the lens, try and turn the lens clockwise until 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 counterclockwise to make • sure it clicks in place.
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... time may be difficult to set the desired imprinting format. If this section. Step 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) If you have purchased your camera as the Date model Version, or if you press the DATE button, the display will change in the following sequence: DATE SELECT 00 ADJUST * The...
... time may be difficult to set the desired imprinting format. If this section. Step 4 Imprinting the date or time (OPTIONAL) If you have purchased your camera as the Date model Version, or if you press the DATE button, the display will change in the following sequence: DATE SELECT 00 ADJUST * The...
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... in the multi-exposure mode. Step 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter Adjust the viewfinder's diopter to a well-lit scene. Look through the viewfinder and point the camera to suit your eye's vision. AF (0) NOTE • To set the correct date and time, see ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK on page 42. • If...
... in the multi-exposure mode. Step 5 Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter Adjust the viewfinder's diopter to a well-lit scene. Look through the viewfinder and point the camera to suit your eye's vision. AF (0) NOTE • To set the correct date and time, see ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK on page 42. • If...
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... load and unload film in the direction of the arrow. *Et Remove the protective cover • Before loading film for the camera. tem We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations. .NOTE • When DX-coded film is used, the correct film... cover, slide the back cover release lever in the shade or by using your body to 5000. Step 6 Film loading Automatic film speed setting This camera is automatically set the film speed manually. ( Wp.36) 1 To open the back cover and remove the protective sheet. • Be careful not to touch...
... load and unload film in the direction of the arrow. *Et Remove the protective cover • Before loading film for the camera. tem We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations. .NOTE • When DX-coded film is used, the correct film... cover, slide the back cover release lever in the shade or by using your body to 5000. Step 6 Film loading Automatic film speed setting This camera is automatically set the film speed manually. ( Wp.36) 1 To open the back cover and remove the protective sheet. • Be careful not to touch...
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if BASIC BASIC OPERATIONS QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 22 POWER ON/OFF 22 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 24 TAKING A PICTURE 27 BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH 30 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH 30 SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE 33 UNLOADING FILM 34 REWINDING THE FILM 34 SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO) MANUALLY 36 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE CAMERA BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE DATA BACK FJ BATTERY (OPTIONAL) 40 ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK (OPTIONAL) 42 0
if BASIC BASIC OPERATIONS QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 22 POWER ON/OFF 22 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 24 TAKING A PICTURE 27 BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH 30 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH 30 SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE 33 UNLOADING FILM 34 REWINDING THE FILM 34 SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO) MANUALLY 36 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE CAMERA BATTERIES 38 REPLACING THE DATA BACK FJ BATTERY (OPTIONAL) 40 ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK (OPTIONAL) 42 0
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OFF ON • a__! • QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING I Turn the main switch to ON. After you finish taking pictures, turn the main switch to OFF to OFF. I POWER ON/OFF 1 Turn on the batteries. OFF ON ems 0 O__! 2 Turn off the camera. itizz Be sure to turn the main switch to prevent accidental drain on the camera.
OFF ON • a__! • QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING I Turn the main switch to ON. After you finish taking pictures, turn the main switch to OFF to OFF. I POWER ON/OFF 1 Turn on the batteries. OFF ON ems 0 O__! 2 Turn off the camera. itizz Be sure to turn the main switch to prevent accidental drain on the camera.
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... mode OW p.46), selftimer ( p.49), remote control release mode, auto bracketing or multiple-exposure mode ( p.47). like= The drive mode can also be set your camera for singleframe shooting, Auto picture, multi-segment metering, and autofocus. .
... mode OW p.46), selftimer ( p.49), remote control release mode, auto bracketing or multiple-exposure mode ( p.47). like= The drive mode can also be set your camera for singleframe shooting, Auto picture, multi-segment metering, and autofocus. .
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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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... mode switch to the down position at [AF]. The focus will be taken unless focus is achieved. ket • In the Auto picture mode, the camera automatically selects one of 5 picture modes according to the requirement of Sopt AF. 4 Set autofocus Set the focus mode switch to [ ].
... mode switch to the down position at [AF]. The focus will be taken unless focus is achieved. ket • In the Auto picture mode, the camera automatically selects one of 5 picture modes according to the requirement of Sopt AF. 4 Set autofocus Set the focus mode switch to [ ].