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... made by the sender. Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies and highly accurate automation, this camera will be used . Before sending your Pentax camera. Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers. 153 the manufacturer will perform superbly for the most .... OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) The camera does not operate under the following conditions attached. Therefore, we recommend that offers higher levels of Pentax autofocus photography! Only FA J lens or the lens that you are...
... made by the sender. Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies and highly accurate automation, this camera will be used . Before sending your Pentax camera. Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers. 153 the manufacturer will perform superbly for the most .... OTHERS ADVANCED OPERATIONS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) The camera does not operate under the following conditions attached. Therefore, we recommend that offers higher levels of Pentax autofocus photography! Only FA J lens or the lens that you are...
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... neck is a risk of the battery in fire, as it is discharging as viewing the sun may explode. • Remove the batteries from dropping the camera or for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on the flash when it may damage your finger on this... camera for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around their neck. • Do not look directly at ...
... neck is a risk of the battery in fire, as it is discharging as viewing the sun may explode. • Remove the batteries from dropping the camera or for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on the flash when it may damage your finger on this... camera for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around their neck. • Do not look directly at ...
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... the shutter curtain or mirror with your picture with a margin of the film frame. Handle it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are handled. If the camera suffers a shock or impact, take it with good dry air circulation to the.... • Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Never use the camera where it may cause rust. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions when taking pictures • Do not use solvents such as it...
... the shutter curtain or mirror with your picture with a margin of the film frame. Handle it to a Pentax service center for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are handled. If the camera suffers a shock or impact, take it with good dry air circulation to the.... • Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Never use the camera where it may cause rust. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Precautions when taking pictures • Do not use solvents such as it...
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... in an industrial or commercial application may not be provided. If you have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. If the difficulty is recommended that you cannot correct the problems, have the camera inspected or test shoot with it is caused as outlined in materials or workmanship. ... points of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to salinity or gas. Also check for Your Camera" section or any charge under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in the "Precautions for battery leakage, traces of ...
... in an industrial or commercial application may not be provided. If you have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. If the difficulty is recommended that you cannot correct the problems, have the camera inspected or test shoot with it is caused as outlined in materials or workmanship. ... points of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to salinity or gas. Also check for Your Camera" section or any charge under the terms of the Pentax warranty. • The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in the "Precautions for battery leakage, traces of ...
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4 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type). • Misuse of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the same ... low temperatures, but it is faulty; It may become warm, but will recover in normal temperatures. • Keep a spare battery on the battery and the camera. • Battery performance may be inserted correctly with a new one of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. it does not...
4 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type). • Misuse of the battery's characteristics. • Replace the batteries at the same ... low temperatures, but it is faulty; It may become warm, but will recover in normal temperatures. • Keep a spare battery on the battery and the camera. • Battery performance may be inserted correctly with a new one of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. it does not...
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... Step 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER'S DIOPTER .34 Step 8 LOADING FILM 35 Step 9 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON 37 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS 14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 15...
... Step 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER'S DIOPTER .34 Step 8 LOADING FILM 35 Step 9 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON 37 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS 14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 15...
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... 5.SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO 44 Step 6.SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . . .45 Step 7.USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8.HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9.TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10.UNLOADING A FILM 50 Step 11.REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .52...
... 5.SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO 44 Step 6.SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH . . . . . .45 Step 7.USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8.HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9.TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10.UNLOADING A FILM 50 Step 11.REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .52...
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9 OTHERS 127 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL 128 AA-Battery Grip BG-20 128 Cable Switch 128 Flash Accessories 129 Viewfinder and Lens Accessories 130 Camera Cases 131 Strap 131 About Polarizing Filter 131 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS 132 Basic Setting of Custom Functions 134 Setting the Custom Function 136 TROUBLESHOOTING 144 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 146 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 148 Specification for Remote Control (Optional) . . . . .150 WARRANTY POLICY 152
9 OTHERS 127 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL 128 AA-Battery Grip BG-20 128 Cable Switch 128 Flash Accessories 129 Viewfinder and Lens Accessories 130 Camera Cases 131 Strap 131 About Polarizing Filter 131 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS 132 Basic Setting of Custom Functions 134 Setting the Custom Function 136 TROUBLESHOOTING 144 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 146 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 148 Specification for Remote Control (Optional) . . . . .150 WARRANTY POLICY 152
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... clicks in place. Align the red dots on the lens. Turn the lens to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the camera and lens mounts. See page 28. 3 Attach the lens. 15 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 1 Load the batteries.
... clicks in place. Align the red dots on the lens. Turn the lens to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the camera and lens mounts. See page 28. 3 Attach the lens. 15 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 1 Load the batteries.
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... AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless custom function number [CF17] is set ...
... AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless custom function number [CF17] is set ...
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... 134 and 142): • When a lens without an position is used. • When an F or FA lens is used . Lens with the Autofocus SLR camera. 19 *1. Only the standard program mode works in the Auto picture mode. ✍ MEMO KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are used and the aperture ring...such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are designed to work with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger (smaller aperture number), and with this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that cannot be taken with the aperture you set to [2]. Lenses and accessories that have the position on the aperture...
... 134 and 142): • When a lens without an position is used. • When an F or FA lens is used . Lens with the Autofocus SLR camera. 19 *1. Only the standard program mode works in the Auto picture mode. ✍ MEMO KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are used and the aperture ring...such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are designed to work with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger (smaller aperture number), and with this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that cannot be taken with the aperture you set to [2]. Lenses and accessories that have the position on the aperture...
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These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera. Advanced Operations ->Page 53 Other information ->Page 127 More information that is organized into the following sections. 20 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4. Basic Operation (Preparation) ->Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) ->Page 39 If you'd like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections 1 and 2, "BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)".
These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera. Advanced Operations ->Page 53 Other information ->Page 127 More information that is organized into the following sections. 20 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4. Basic Operation (Preparation) ->Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) ->Page 39 If you'd like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections 1 and 2, "BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)".
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22 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring, then pass the strap through the clasp from the camera body. Position the clasp away from underneath. ✍ MEMO • The strap's clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time.
22 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring, then pass the strap through the clasp from the camera body. Position the clasp away from underneath. ✍ MEMO • The strap's clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time.
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BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS ✍ MEMO • If the batteries are removed. See page 28 for adjusting the date and time. • The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed, the time will be re-set to 0:00 and the data setting will ...
BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS ✍ MEMO • If the batteries are removed. See page 28 for adjusting the date and time. • The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed, the time will be re-set to 0:00 and the data setting will ...
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Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one. • Keep spare batteries on hand for this camera to use four alkaline batteries. • Replace the two batteries at the same time. Default settings after replacing the batteries • When the ...batteries are replaced, the date mode will be re-set and the following camera settings will not operate without batteries. • The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while...
Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one. • Keep spare batteries on hand for this camera to use four alkaline batteries. • Replace the two batteries at the same time. Default settings after replacing the batteries • When the ...batteries are replaced, the date mode will be re-set and the following camera settings will not operate without batteries. • The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while...
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... conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions. ✍ MEMO • New CR2 batteries were used . When the camera is used under Pentax testing conditions. • Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-in some protection against cold. 25 BASIC OPERATION (...
... conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions. ✍ MEMO • New CR2 batteries were used . When the camera is used under Pentax testing conditions. • Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-in some protection against cold. 25 BASIC OPERATION (...
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... turn it on the LCD panel to warn you can be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder. • If the camera has not been used for replacing the batteries. • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as possible. • ...
... turn it on the LCD panel to warn you can be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder. • If the camera has not been used for replacing the batteries. • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as possible. • ...
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... or yellow object in the right bottom corner of the picture where the data is over the maximum number specified by the film. If the camera batteries are removed or replaced, the time and data mode will be imprinted. • "'03" imprinted on the frame whose number is imprinting, ...8226; [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month". • Selected date mode will be difficult to read. • Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions. ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS You need to adjust the date and time then select the imprinting date mode. • The data is...
... or yellow object in the right bottom corner of the picture where the data is over the maximum number specified by the film. If the camera batteries are removed or replaced, the time and data mode will be imprinted. • "'03" imprinted on the frame whose number is imprinting, ...8226; [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month". • Selected date mode will be difficult to read. • Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions. ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS You need to adjust the date and time then select the imprinting date mode. • The data is...
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32 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 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. 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise.
32 Step 6 ATTACHING A LENS 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 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. 3 As shown in the illustration, remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise.
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...soft and dry cloth. • We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from dust and scratches upon factory shipment. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. • After attaching the lens, try to turn the lens counterclockwise to the... electrical system. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may cause damage to make sure it is locked in place. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 33 ✍ MEMO • The body mount...
...soft and dry cloth. • We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from dust and scratches upon factory shipment. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. • After attaching the lens, try to turn the lens counterclockwise to the... electrical system. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may cause damage to make sure it is locked in place. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 33 ✍ MEMO • The body mount...