Konica Minolta TC-X User Manual

Konica TC-X

posted 5-11-'03

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Thank you for your purchase of a Konica TC-X

(1) The Konica TC-X is a compact, lightweight, fully automatic single lens reflex camera with a shutter-priority through-the­lens automatic exposure system.

(2) The Konica TC-X is fully compatible with the "DX" system for automatic input of film-speed (ISO) information.
(3) A high resolution, high-performance Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.8 lens is standard equipment on the Konica TC-X.

(4) A new design extremely bright viewfinder makes accurate focusing easier, increases visibility of in-finder data.
(5) Accepts the full range of Hexanon interchangeable lenses and a wide range of Konica accessories, including a electronic

flash unit.

*DX: Films designed for use in DX Code System cameras. The Konica TC-X can accept this film.

Konica TC-X specifications

Type: 35mm SLR camera with shutter-priority TTL AE mechanism4.butkus.org

Format: 24 x 36mm

Standard lenses: Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.8, Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.4

Lens mount: Bayonet type Konica Mount 11

Aperture control: Fully automatic and manual

Shutter: Vertical transport mechanical focal plane shutter, "B" 1/8--1/1000 sec

Flash sync: X sync at 1/8 through 1/60 sec

Self-timer: 10 sec. delay (approx.)

Viewfinder: Real image eye-level pentaprism Finder with split image range finder, microdiaprism ring and peripheral matte

screen; field of viewfinder is 92 percent 0.87 x with 50mm lens

Finder display: Needle indication of aperture from f/1.4 to f/22, with over and under exposure warnings, manual operation
signed, stopped-down metering mark and AE coupling range indication.

Metering system: Through-the-lens center weighted metering at full aperture, CdS cell

Exposure control: Shutter-priority AE mechanism, with standard Hexanon AR lenses, AE mechanism is coupled with film

speed, shutter speed and widest lens aperture; correct aperture indication for manual metering, in stopped-down mode, meter
coupled with film speed, shutter speed and aperture

AE coupling range: EV5 (f/1.4, 1/15 see) through EV18 (f/16, 1/1000 see) for ISO 100

Film speed: ISO 50 through 1600 (1/3 step). Both of automatic setting (DX code film) and manual setting are possible.

Power switch: Turns battery on/off and locks shutter release

AE Lock mechanism: Partial depression of shutter locks AE mechanism (for exposure compensation)

Power source: Single LR03 or R03 dry battery (AAA size)

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Film loading: Konica "easy load" system; film check window for DX type film

Film advance: Single action top lever, wind angle of 135°, 20° play.

Film rewind: Crank driven rewind mechanism, film rewind button resets automatically

Frame counter: Additive type, auto-reset

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Size, weight: Body 130 x 84 x 44mm ( 5. I I x 3.11 1 x 1.73"). 375g ( 13.2 oz) (without battery)

Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice.

Eight simple steps for photography

1. Insert battery (p. 12)

2. Set film speed (p. 16)

3. Load film (p. 18)

4. Set "AE" mark (p. 22)

5. Set shutter speed (p. 22)

6. Check exposure and
framing (p. 26)

7. Focus and shoot (p. 24)

8. Rewind and unload film
(p. 28)

1. Changing the lens

1. Changing the lens Attaching the lens:

Align the red dot on the lens barrel with the red dot (22)
on the camera body and gently insert the lens barrel into
the camera. Grip the lens and turn clockwise until it
locks.

Removing the lens:

While the lens release button (25) is kept depressed, turn
the lens barrel counterclockwise until the red dots on the
lens and camera are aligned. Then remove the lens.

2. Inserting battery

2. Inserting Battery

The Konica TC-X uses a single LR03, R03 dry battery
(AAA size) as the power source for the AE system

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1) Open the battery chamber cover (36) by pushing the
cover in (he direction of the arrow.

2) Place a fresh battery in the chamber, making sure that
the " + " and "" -- "" poles of the battery march those in the
battery chamber. Close the battery chamber cover.

3) To make sure the battery is working, look through the
view-finder with the power switch "on" aiming towards the
sky or a light. The AE needle will swing rapidly if the
battery is operating.

*Wipe battery with a dry cloth before loading.

*Battery will last about two years with normal use (manufacturer's estimate). When the AE needle does not move even if the
camera is aimed at the sky or bright light with power switch "on", replace battery.

3. Power switch

3. Power switch

The power switch functions as the power ON-OFF/shutter
release button safety lock system. 1) When the power
switch (2) is turned "ON" the light meter is activated and
the shutter release is unlocked. 2) When the switch is
turned "OFF the meter is turned off and the shutter release
locks.

*When the camera is not in use, power switch should be
turned "OFF" to prevent accidental shutter release and
prevent drain on battery power.

4. Setting film speed

4. Setting film speed