Konica Minolta FREEDOM 115, RIVA ZOOM 115, FREEDOM ZOOM 115 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ADVANCED OPERATION

Selecting Functions in the Flash Mode 36

Flash Range.................................. 38

Autoflash ...................................... 39

Autoflash with Red-eye Reduction 40

Fill flash ........................................ 42

Flash cancel.................................. 43

Auto-depth .................................... 44

Night Portrait ................................ 46

Landscape/Night View .................. 47

Self-timer.............................................. 48

For Owners of the Quartz-date Model.. 50

Attaching the Camera Strap ................ 56

APPENDIX

Care and Storage ................................ 58

Technical Specifications ...................... 62

Contents.................................... 2

For Proper and Safe Use.......... 3

GETTING STARTED

Name of Parts ........................ 10

Inserting the Battery................ 14

Battery Condition Indicator ...... 16

Loading the Film...................... 17

Rewinding the Film.................. 20

BASIC OPERATION

Full-auto Operation.................. 25

Focus Lock.............................. 29

For Close Subjects .................. 31

Special Focusing Situations.... 34

CONTENTS FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.

Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.

• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.

• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.

• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.

• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.

• Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.

• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.

• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.

WARNING

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

• Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.

• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched. Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.

• Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.

• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children, not to harm them with the product or parts.

• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.

• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.

• Do not look directly at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder. It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.

• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.

• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.

• Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

CAUTION

• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.

• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.

• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or the auto-power-off function is activated. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may cause injury.

• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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Thank you for purchasing this Minolta camera. Your new camera is with functions which will suit your every photographic need. Before using your new camera, please take the time to read through this instruction manual for important information on the use and care of your camera.

ICONS USED IN THIS MANUAL

GETTING STARTED

important user notices supplimentary user information

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Shutter-release button (27)

Data panel (12)

Viewfinder* (13)

Date button (50)

(Quartz-date model only)

Flash-mode/

Select button

(

36/50

)

Main switch (25)

Film window

Strap eyelet (56)

Zoom lever (26)

Back cover (17)

Drive-mode/

Adjust button

(

48/50

)

Back-cover release (17)

Battery-chamber (14)

For information on specific parts, refer to the page numbers shown in parenthesis.

AF windows*

Meter window*

Flash* (36)

Self-timer/

Red-eye reduction

lamp* (48/40)

Lens* (Lens barreal)

Manual-rewind button (22)

* Do not touch

Viewfinder window*

Tripod socket

NAME OF PARTS

BODY

Battery-chamber release (14)

Ready lamp (27)

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Focus frame (27)

Ready lamp (green) (27)

With the shutter-release button pressed partway down -

On: Focus locked Off: Flash charging Blinks quickly: Subject is too close Blinks slowly: Camera shake warning

Close-framing guide (33)

VIEWFINDER

Battery-condition indicator (16)

Frame counter (19)

Film-transport signals (19)

Cartridge mark (20)

Self-timer indicator (48)

Date/Time display

(Quartz-date model only) (

)

Autoflash Autoflash with red-eye reduction Fill flash Flash cancel Auto-depth Night Portrait (with red-eye reduction) Landscape/Night view

NAME OF PARTS

DATA PANEL

Only the necessary indicators will appear on the data panel.

Flash mode indicators

(36)

2.Insert the battery matching the positive terminal mark inside the battery chamberdoor, then click the door closed.

• Quartz-date model: The date and time must be reset (p.50).

• When changing batteries, make sure the main switch is off.

INSERTING THE BATTERY

Your camera uses one 3-volt CR123A or DL123A lithium battery.

1.Open the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber release in the direction indicated.

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1.Slide the back-cover release down to open the back cover.

LOADING THE FILM

• If the back cover does not open, turn the main switch off and on to release the film chamber lock.

• Use only 35mm, DX-coded film rated between ISO 25 and 3200.

• Do not use Polaroid instant 35mm film. Winding problems may occur.

• ISO 400 film is recommended for best results.

• Always load and unload film in subdued light.

Briefly appears. Power is sufficient for all camera operations.

Replace the battery. The shutter will lock until the battery is replaced.

Each time the camera is turned on, a symbol will appear on the data panel to indicate the power status of the battery.

Power is sufficient, but the battery must be replaced soon.

BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR

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2.Place the film cartridge into the film chamber. Extend the film leader to the "FILM TIP" mark, making sure it lays flat.

• If the film tip extends beyond the index mark, push the excess film back into the cartridge.

LOADING THE FILM

3.Close the back cover.

• The film automatically advances to the first frame and appears on the data panel.

• If the film has been loaded improperly, will blink on the data panel and the shutter will remain locked. Open the back cover and repeat the loading procedure.

• Once the film is loaded, the back cover will lock preventing accidental opening until the film is rewound (film chamber lock).

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