Konica Minolta VECTIS 40 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Vectis 40. The Vectis 40 is a compact lens
shutter camera from Minolta’s new line of Advanced Photo System™ products.
Your camera features drop-in loading, date/time and title imprinting, a 30 to
120mm zoom lens, and a viewfinder with a field of view comparable to most
35mm SLRs. Your camera is also Splashproof and can be used outdoors without
worry, even in light rain and snow.

This manual has been designed to help you understand the operation of your
camera and its functions. Please familiarize yourself with the names of the
controls and their locations on the camera, then read this manual thoroughly.

Advanced Photo System™ is a trademark of the five system developing
companies, including Minolta.

Triple Format Selection

- Three print formats are available with this
camera: H Print , C Print, and P Print. The
viewfinder frame changes to match each
format selection.

Date and Title Imprinting

- Before taking the picture, you can
choose to have date information printed on
the front and/or one of three preselected
titles printed on the back of your prints.

MRC - Mid Roll Change

- You can rewind the film in the middle of
the roll, then reload it at a later time.
When the film is reloaded, the camera will
automatically advance the film to the first
unexposed frame.

Print Quantity Selection

- You can choose how many prints you will
receive from the lab before taking the
picture.

Advanced Photo System features included in this camera:

DEP - Double Exposure Prevention

- You don’t need to worry about
accidentally reexposing your film. Your
camera reads the indicators on the film
cassette to prevent reexposure of
previously exposed film.

PQI - Print Quality Improvement

- Your camera records information about
lighting conditions and exposure on the
film to assist the lab with color correction
and exposure adjustments, providing you
with the best possible results.

SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION

Close-up Mode........................................52

Portrait Mode...........................................54

Night Portrait Mode .................................56

Landscape/Night View Mode..................58

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Print Quantity Selection...........................60

Date Imprinting........................................63

Title Imprinting.........................................69

Self-timer..................................................78

Continuous-drive Mode...........................80

Remote Control.......................................81

APPENDIX

Lab Services............................................86

Caring For Your Camera ........................88

Technical Details.....................................90

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE...................4

NAMES OF PARTS.....................................14

GETTING STARTED

Attaching the Strap..................................19

Installing the Battery................................20

Checking the Battery Power...................21

Diopter Adjustment..................................22

BASIC OPERATION

Loading Film............................................24

Full Auto Operation .................................29

For Closer Subjects.................................33

Special Focusing Situations....................35

Focus Hold...............................................37

Rewinding the Film..................................39

Processing...............................................43

USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH

Flash Lamp..............................................45

Flash Range............................................45

Selecting the Flash Mode.......................46

Red-eye Reduction .................................47

Manual Fill-flash ......................................48

Flash Cancel............................................49

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EXAMPLES

The outer triangle is for warning. The symbol inside illustrates what is being
warned against. The example at left means beware of electric shock.

The circle with a diagonal slash is for prohibition ("don’t do"). The symbol
inside illustrates what act is prohibited. The example at left means do not
disassemble.

FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual, and the product itself, for the
proper and safe use of this product and to prevent personal injury, injury to others, and
property damage. An explanation of the symbols follows. Read and understand each caution
thoroughly before reading the main text of this instruction manual.

STANDARD SYMBOLS

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CAUTION

Do not walk while looking through the viewfinder, you may trip and fall causing
injury.

Do not fire the flash near the eyes of people or animals, especially infants and
young children. Do not fire the flash if your subject is closer than the minimum
flash distance stated in the manual.

If the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is
exposed, immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use.
Do not disassemble. Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility
when repairs are required.
Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is
touched.

SAFETY CAUTIONS

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

WARNING

Do not touch the flashtube during operation - it may become hot when the flash
fires.

Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder.

Do not subject the camera to direct sunlight. Fire may occur if the sunlight focuses
at one point.

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Carefully observe the following warnings when using this product near young children or
persons who may have difficulty perceiving the potential danger associated with these products.

WARNING

USE CAUTION
If caution is not used, the following accidents or others may occur:

• Flash fired near the eye.

• Strap wound around the neck.

SAFETY CAUTIONS CONT.

BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE DUE TO IMPROPER USE.
Read and follow all warnings supplied with the batteries.

• Do not install batteries upside down (± reversed).

• Do not use batteries with visible damage.

• Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures.

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

• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, or ages.

BATTERY CAUTIONS

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SPLASHPROOF

THIS CAMERA IS SPLASHPROOF AND CAN BE USED IN LIGHT RAIN OR SNOW.

• Do not place the camera under running water or immerse.

Please Note:

1. When using the camera outdoors in heavy rain, keep the camera protected from the rain.

2. The interior of the camera is not moisture resistant.

-Dry the camera before opening the film or battery chambers.

-When inserting or removing film or batteries, keep your hands dry.

3. Do not load film or replace batteries in places where water, blowing sand, or dust can enter the
camera.

4. This camera is not sandproof, do not place the camera directly on the ground.

5. Remove moisture from the camera, especially salt water and spilled liquids containing sugar.

6. If the rubber seals appear cracked or damaged, contact the nearest Minolta Service Facility to have
them replaced.

7. Close the film and battery chamber covers tightly. Clean the rubber seals before closing covers.

8. The IR Remote Control RC-3 is not splashproof.

SAFETY CAUTIONS CONT.

CAUTION

YOUNG CHILDREN MAY SWALLOW SMALL OBJECTS
Keep small accessories, or things that could be swallowed, away from young
children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

BATTERY CAUTION

YOUNG CHILDREN MAY SWALLOW BATTERIES
Keep batteries away from young children.

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FILM CASSETTE WARNING

The film used in Advanced Photo System cameras stores some data magnetically. Do not
place the cassette on or near anything that creates a magnetic field, such as a television or
stereo speakers.

CAMERA ERROR

If all the indicators in the data panel blink, or the data panel is blank and the camera will not
function with fresh batteries, remove and reinsert the batteries. If normal operation does not
resume or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service
Facility.

OPERATING CONDITIONS

OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND CONDITIONS

•This camera is designed for use from -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F).

•Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures, such as the

glove compartment of a car.

•At colder temperatures, the data panel response time will be slow; at higher temperatures,
the display will temporarily darken, but will restore when the temperature normalizes.

•Never subject the camera to extreme humidity.

•To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when

bringing it from the cold exterior into a warm building. Allow it to come to room temperature
before removing it from the bag.

•When photographing in cold weather, we recommend that you keep the camera and spare
batteries inside your coat to keep them warm when you are not shooting. Cold batteries
will regain some of their charge when they warm up.

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NAMES OF PARTS - Camera Body

Self-timer/Remote-control indicator

(* Do not touch)

Shutter-release button

Remote-control receiver *

Lens *

Metering window *

Autofocus window *

Viewfinder window *

Format switch

Flash

Diopter-adjustment
dial

Flash-mode
button

Self-timer/
Remote-control
button

Subject-program-select button

Main switch Zoom leverViewfinder *

Strap eyelet

Battery cover

Manual-rewind button
Film-chamber release

Film chamber

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Viewfinder

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NAMES OF PARTS - Data Panel

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1.Close-up mode indicator

2.Portrait mode indicator

3.Night Portrait mode indicator

4.Landscape/Night View mode indicator

5.Subject-program pointer

6.Film-speed mark

7.Focal-length mark

8.Title/Date/Time/Focal-length/Film­speed/Print quantity indicator

9.Frame counter

10. Film-transport signals

11. Battery-condition indicator

12. Film-cassette mark

13. Remote-control indicator

14. Self-timer indicator

15. Continuous-drive indicator

16. Flash-mode indicators

17. Date button

18. Adjust button

19. Select button

20. Title button

21. Print button

22. Title mark

23. Print mark

1.Close-framing guides

2.Focus lamp (green)

3.Flash lamp (orange)

4.Focus frame

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ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the strap as shown.

GETTING STARTED

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CHECKING THE BATTERY POWER

Your camera is equipped with an automatic battery-power indicator. Each time the main
switch is turned on, a symbol will appear in the data panel to indicate the power status of the
batteries. It is recommended that you always carry spare batteries in your camera bag.

If no display appears, replace the batteries or check that they are inserted
correctly.

If the blinking low-battery symbol appears in the data panel with the other
indicators, you can still use the camera, but the batteries will need to be replaced
soon.

If the blinking low-battery symbol appears alone; the shutter will lock until the
batteries are replaced.

The full-battery symbol indicates that power is sufficient for all camera
operations.

• To save power, your camera will automatically shut off if it is not operated for more than three minutes.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

Your camera uses two 3-volt CR2 batteries to supply power for
all camera operations. Please read all warnings in the Safety
Cautions section of this manual as well as those supplied by
the battery manufacturer.

1. Using a coin, open the battery-chamber door as shown.

•Before removing the old battery, turn the camera off.

•Remove dirt and moisture from the camera and battery before

opening the battery chamber cover.

2. Insert the batteries into the chamber as indicated by the
+ and - marks.

3. Snap the battery-chamber door shut.

•If the battery-chamber cover is not closed correctly, moisture may
enter the camera.

•After installing a new battery,-- -- -- will blink in the display, reset the
date and time. See page 65.

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BASIC OPERATION

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

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Use the diopter adjustment to customize the viewfinder for your eyesight. The diopter
adjustment range is ±2.0 diopters.

• Do not adjust the viewfinder’s diopter when close-up mode is selected.

To adjust :

1.Point the camera at a brightly lit subject or a white
wall.

2.While looking through the viewfinder, turn the
diopter-adjustment dial until the focus frame appears
sharp.

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Use IX240 type film from ISO 25 - 3200. Your camera will automatically set the proper
ISO for the film you are using.

1.Press the main switch to turn the camera on.

•The film can be loaded when the camera is on or off.

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LOADING FILM

Your camera uses IX240 type film designed for use in Advanced Photo System cameras.

•Your camera has an automatic transport system which loads the film, sets the film speed, and
advances the film after each exposure.

•Once loaded, the Film-Chamber Lock feature prevents the film chamber from being opened until
the film is rewound into the cassette.

•There is no need to worry about double exposure. The DEP (Double Exposure Prevention)
feature prevents the camera from loading exposed film.

Visual Exposure Indicators (VEI)

•The current VEI has a white indicator behind it.

VEI

MEANING

● UNEXPOSED
◗ PARTIALLY EXPOSED

✖ EXPOSED

■ PROCESSED

•This camera can load film with the ● or ◗ VEI current.

•Only partially-exposed (VEI ◗) film rewound in a Minolta camera with Mid Roll

Change capability can be loaded in this camera.

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4.Press the film-chamber door closed.

The cassette mark and the film’s ISO appear in the data
panel, then the film is advanced to the first frame. The frame
counter will show the number of frames remaining on the
roll.

•If film is loaded with the cameraoff, all indicators will disappear after
the number of frames remaining is displayed.

•After the film is loaded, pressing the film-chamber release button

will display the exposure number and the film’s ISO in the data
panel.

•If a partially-exposed roll of film (VEI ◗) is loaded into this camera,

the film will be advanced to the first unexposed frame.

LOADING FILM

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3.Open the film-chamber door and insert the film into
the film chamber with the VEI on top as shown.

2.Turn the camera upside down and press the film­chamber release as shown. The film-chamber
door will open partway.

•The film-chamber door will only open if the chamber is empty or
the film in the chamber is completely rewound into the cassette.

•Before opening the film chamber, wipe any dirt or moisture off
of the camera.

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FULL-AUTO OPERATION

1.Press the main switch to turn the camera on. Full­Auto and autoflash modes are set.

•The flash will fire automatically when necessary. See page 44, 45.

2.Select the print format. The viewfinder will change to
match your selection.

LOADING FILM

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If the film-transport signals and 0 blink in the data panel,
press the film-chamber release and remove the film.

•If the film’s current VEI is ✖ or ■, insert a new roll of film.

•If a processed roll of film was loaded into this camera, the

VEI has been changed from ■ to ✖.

•If the film’s current VEI is ● or ◗, remove the film. Remove
and reinsert the batteries, then reload the film. If the film will
not load, contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service
Facility.

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FULL-AUTO OPERATION

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3.Looking through the viewfinder, frame the subject as
desired.

Press W on the zoom lever to zoom out.
Press T on the zoom lever to zoom in.

4.Center your subject in the focus frame then press the
shutter-release button partway down.

Hold the camera steady, making sure your fingers do not
cover the flash. If you are taking a vertically framed picture,
turn the camera so the flash is on top.

1.6m - ∞

120mm

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FULL-AUTO OPERATION

5.When the green focus-lamp glows, press the shutter­release button all-the-way down to take the picture.

•In low-light conditions, the AF Illuminator (flash) will fire to
determine focus distance.

•If the orange flash-lamp blinks quickly, the flash is not charged.

•Press the shutter with a slow steady squeeze, never a quick jab.

The frame counter in your camera displays the number of
frames remaining, not the number of frames taken.

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FOR CLOSER SUBJECTS

The green focus-lamp will blink quickly and the shutter will lock when you are closer than the
focus distance indicated below.

Print Format C or H Formats P Format

Focal Length 30mm

Focus Distance 0.5m - ∞

30mm 120mm

1.0m - ∞ 2.0m - ∞

• If you are too close, the green focus-lamp will blink slowly and the picture will not be in focus.

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SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

Some subjects or scenes, like those described below, are difficult for the autofocus system to
detect. To ensure proper focus in these situations, first lock focus on another object the same
distance from you as your main subject, then recompose and take the picture.

When a very bright
or low-contrast area
fills the center of the
viewfinder.

The green focus-lamp will blink slowly to
warn you that focus may not be accurate.

When your subject
is near a very bright
object or area.

The green focus-lamp may glow, but
the focus may not be accurate.

FOR CLOSER SUBJECTS

When your subject is closer than 1.6m
(5.2 ft.) in C or H format, 5.0m (16.4 ft.) in
P format, compose your picture within the
close-framing guides using focus hold if
necessary. See page 37.

For close-up photography, see the
Close-up Mode section on page 53.

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FOCUS HOLD

If you want to take a picture with the main subject
outside of the focus frame, use focus hold to ensure
accurate focusing. Focus hold should also used in the
special situations described on the previous page.

1.Center your subject in the focus frame.

SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS

When two subjects
overlap in the focus
frame.

The green focus-lamp will glow and the
closer of the two subjects will be in focus.

When a subject
composed of
alternating light and
dark lines fills the
center of the
viewfinder.

The green focus-lamp will blink rapidly
and the shutter will lock.

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REWINDING THE FILM - AUTOMATIC

Your camera automatically rewinds the film into the cassette
after the last exposure.

1.Wait for the film to completely rewind into the cassette.

•The frame counter will count down during rewind.

•0 will appear in the frame counter and will blink when the film is

rewound.

2.Turn the camera upside-down, then press the film­chamber release to open the film-chamber
door.

•Before opening the film-chamber door, wipe any dirt or moisture off
of the camera.

FOCUS HOLD

2.Press and hold the shutter-release button
partway down until the green focus-lamp
glows.

3.Without lifting your finger, recompose the
picture and press the shutter-release button
all-the-way down to take the picture.

•Lift your finger from the shutter-release button to cancel
focus hold.

3.Open the film-chamber door and remove the film.

•The film’s VEI indicator will be ✖.

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REWINDING THE FILM - MANUAL

Use manual rewind when you want to switch to a different
type or speed of film before the current roll is finished.

1.Press the manual-rewind button.

2.Follow steps 1- 3 from automatic rewind.

•The film's VEI indicator will be ◗.

Mid Roll Change (MRC)

In cameras with the MRC feature, film can be rewound in the middle of the roll and
reloaded at a later time. When reloaded, the camera will advance the film to the first
unexposed frame. Film can be rewound and reloaded until the last frame is taken, when
the camera automatically rewinds the film and sets the VEI to ✖.

• Cameras without the MRC feature set the VEI for partially-exposed rolls to ✖.
Cassettes with the ✖ VEI current can not be reloaded.

Only partially-exposed film rewound in a Minolta camera with Mid Roll Change
capability can be reloaded into this camera. Film rewound in another
manufacturer’s MRC capable camera may not function properly.

REWINDING THE FILM

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PROCESSING

Certified Advanced Photo System
photofinisher symbol

For best results, take your film to a Certified Advanced
Photo System photofinisher displaying this symbol. See
page 86.

Mid Roll Change (MRC)

When used in the following situations, the MRC feature may not work properly:

• Within 1.0m (3.3 ft.) of an operating magnetic or electromagnetic field generator (TV,
CRT, Personal computer, speakers, microwave oven, telephone, etc.).

• Within 1.0m (3.3 ft.) of an operating electric motor (electronic washing machine, motor
fan, vacuum cleaner, automatic door, etc.).

• Inside cars, trains, ships, and aircrafts.

• Inside train stations and airports.

• Near broadcasting stations, construction work areas, transformer substations, cars, or

motorcycles.

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FLASH LAMP / FLASH RANGE

•When the orange flash-lamp blinks rapidly, the flash is charging. Wait
until it glows steadily, then take the picture.

•The flash takes approximately three seconds to charge.

•When the orange flash-lamp blinks slowly, your scene is too dark for a

hand-held picture. Use the flash, or place your camera on a tripod.

The range of the built-in flash depends on the film speed and the focal length you are using.
To ensure proper exposure, make sure your subject is positioned within the flash range.

Focal Length Flash Range at ISO 200

30mm 0.5 - 9.0m (1.6 - 29.5 ft.)

120mm 1.6 - 4.0m (5.2 - 13.1 ft.)

USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH

When you turn the camera on, the built-in flash is set to autoflash or autoflash with red­eye reduction, whichever mode was used last. The flash will fire automatically when the
light level is low or your subject is backlit.

FLASH LAMP

FLASH RANGE

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Use the built-in flash’s red-eye-reduction mode to reduce the
red-eye effect when photographing people or animals at night
or in low-light situations. The flash will fire a few short bursts
before the main flash burst to reduce the red-eye effect.

Warn your subject that the flash will fire a few short bursts just before the picture is taken.

SELECTING THE FLASH MODE

Besides autoflash mode ( ), autoflash with red-eye
reduction( ), manual fill-flash ( ), or flash cancel
( )can be selected.

Flash modes remain selected after you take the picture.

Press the flash-mode button until the desired indicator
appears in the data panel.

Red-eye Reduction

Press the flash-mode button until appears in the
data panel.

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Use flash cancel when photographing twilight scenes, distant
subjects beyond the flash range, or to capture the ambiance of
existing light.

Shutter speeds may be slow when the flash is canceled. Use of a tripod is recommended.

SELECTING THE FLASH MODE

The flash will fire when the shutter is released regardless of
lighting. Use manual fill-flash to illuminate a backlit subject, or
reduce harsh shadows on your subject’s face.

Manual Fill-flash

Press the flash-mode button until appears in the data
panel.

Press the flash-mode button until appears in the data
panel.

Flash Cancel

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SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION

Press the subject-program-select button until the pointer is under the icon of the subject type
you are photographing.

After you take the picture, the camera returns to Full-Auto mode. The flash will
return to the mode it was set to before the subject program mode was selected.

SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION

Subject Program Selection lets you tailor the camera’s fully-automatic operation to suit
the subject. It provides optimal camera settings for close-ups, portraits, portraits at night,
landscapes, and night views.

AUTO

Full-Auto Mode: The camera’s standard point-and-shoot mode.
Close-up Mode: Optimizes the camera’s settings for close-up

photography.

Portrait Mode: Optimizes the camera’s settings for portrait situations.

Night Portrait Mode: Provides a balanced exposure for night portraits.

Landscape/Night View Mode: The camera’s settings are optimized for landscape and

scenic photographs during the day or night.

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In C and H formats, the minimum auto­focus distance is 0.8m (2.6 ft.). When your
subject is closer than 1.6m (5.2 ft.),
compose your picture within the close
framing guides using focus hold if
necessary.

• When the green focus-lamp blinks slowly,
the focus will be set to 0.8m (2.6 ft.).

CLOSE-UP MODE

Close-up mode lets you take pictures of small objects such as flowers or models to a
maximum subject magnification of 1/6 life size on the film.

1.Press the subject-program-select button until the

pointer blinks below .

2.Place the subject in the focus frame and press the
shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the
picture.

•Two seconds after you select close-up mode, the pointer will
stop blinking and the lens will zoom to 120mm and lock.

•Autoflash (or autoflash with red-eye reduction) is initially set, but
any flash mode can be selected.

• Close-up mode can not be selected when the format switch is set to P.

• If P format is selected when the camera is in Close-up mode, the camera will

automatically return to Full-Auto mode.

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2.Center your subject in the focus frame and press the
shutter-release button partway down. The lens will
zoom to provide suitable framing for a portrait.

•When the green focus-lamp blinks slowly, the lens will not zoom
automatically and the focus is set to 2.0 - 4.5m (6.6 - 14.8 ft.).

3.Wait for the lens to zoom and press the shutter-release
button all-the-way down to take the picture.

•If you manually zoom the lens after selecting the portrait mode,
return to autozoom is no longer possible.

PORTRAIT MODE

In Portrait mode, the lens automatically zooms to provide suitable framing for portraits when
you press the shutter-release button partway down.

•Autoflash (or autoflash with red-eye reduction) is initially set, but
any flash mode can be selected.

1.Press the subject-program-select button until the

pointer is under .

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2.Place the subject in the focus frame and press the
shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the
picture.

The shutter speed will most likely be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.

NIGHT PORTRAIT MODE

In Night Portrait mode, the camera balances the flash and existing light exposure so you can
take beautiful pictures of people at sunset or at night.

•The flash is set to manual fill-flash with red-eye reduction. Red­eye reduction can be cancelled with the flash-mode button.

1.Press the subject-program-select button until the

pointer is under .

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES

LANDSCAPE / NIGHT VIEW MODE

•Flash cancel is set and cannot be changed.

At night, the shutter speed will most likely be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.

2.Align your subject in the focus frame and press
the shutter-release button all-the-way down to take
the picture.

In this mode, focus is set to infinity to ensure sharp focus on landscapes and other distant
subjects.

1.Press the subject-program-select button until the
pointer is under .

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PRINT QUANTITY SELECTION

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PRINT-QUANTITY SELECT

With print-quantity select, you can choose the number of prints you will receive from the
lab before taking the picture. If someone walks into the picture at the last moment or you
change your mind, the print quantity can be zeroed after the picture is taken.

Setting the Print Quantity

Before taking the picture -

1.Press the print button to enter the desired
number of prints.

• The quantity will be displayed on the data panel.

• Press the print button to increase the quantity by one.

• The quantity can be set to a maximum of nine. After 9,

the quantity restarts at 1.

2.Press the shutter-release button all-the-way
down to take the picture.

• The quantity is reset to one for the next frame.

• Only one frame is actually exposed.

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DATE IMPRINTING

Previous cameras printed date and time information directly onto the film. Your camera uses
the film’s magnetic data-strip to record date and time information which your photofinisher
can imprint on the front and back of your photographs.

•Some labs can not imprint date and/or time information on the front of your photographs. See your
photofinisher for a full description of available services.

•Date and Time information is always recorded on the films magnetic data strip.

LCD DISPLAY

PRINT FRONT 'Y M D Hr:Min (24 Hr) No imprinting

PRINT BACK 'Y M D Hr:Min (24 Hr) 'YMDHM

PRINT QUANTITY SELECTION

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Setting the Print Quantity to Zero

After taking the picture and before taking the next
frame -

1.Press and hold the print button until 0 blinks to
the right of the print mark.

2.Press the select button.

• The camera winds the film back to rewrite the data, then
readvances the film to the next frame.

• Once zeroed, this quantity can not be changed until
reprints are ordered.

• It takes approximately 5 seconds for the camera to start
rewind after the last frame is exposed. To set the print
quantity of the last frame to zero, perform steps 1 and 2
before the camera rewinds the film.

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DATE IMPRINTING

CHANGING THE DATE/TIME INFORMATION

1.Press the date button to display the date.

2.Press the select button until the item you want to
adjust blinks.

•Each press of the select button causes the next item to blink.

•The sequence is as follows:

year - month - date - hour - minute - stops blinking

• This camera has a quartz clock and automatic calendar through the year 2029.

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TO HAVE THE DATE PRINTED ON THE FRONT OF THE PHOTOGRAPH

Before taking the picture -

Press the date button until the data-panel displays the format you want to see on
the print.

The sequence is as follows:

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ADJ

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

SEL

ADJ

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

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DATE

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CHANGING THE DATE/TIME FORMAT

1.Press and hold the select button until all items in
the date display blink.

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3.Press the adjust button to change the blinking
item.

•Press and hold the adjust button to change the value rapidly.

4.Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all items in the date
and time display are correct.

5.Press the select button to set the updated
information.

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ADJ

SEL

ADJ

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TITLE

DATE

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

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TITLE IMPRINTING

Three different titles from the title list can be preselected for use while taking pictures. Any
one of the three preselected titles can be chosen before the picture is taken. When
chosen, the title will be recorded on the film’s magnetic data-strip. At certified Advanced
Photo System labs, the selected title will be printed on the back of the print.

Some labs may not be able to print the titles in all of the

available languages. See your photofinisher for details.

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2.Press the adjust button to change the display
format.

• The format sequences is as follows:

→→

3.Press the select button to set the selected format.

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2.Press the title button to display the title code you
want to change.

PRESELECTING TITLES

1.Select the code for the title you want from the title
list.

Three title codes have been set into memory. You can change one or all three title codes at
any time.

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SEL

Titles are displayed in the data panel as a title
code. Please refer to the Title List for the titles
available with this camera.

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ADJ

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TITLE

DATE

Title Code

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6.Press the select button to make the language
code blink.

5.Press the select button to make the next digit blink,
change the number using the adjust button.

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4.Press the adjust button to change the value of the
blinking number.

•Press and hold the adjust button to change the value rapidly.

3.Press the select button, the first digit of the title
code number will blink.

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PRINT

SEL

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TITLE

DATE

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TITLE

DATE

SEL

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Before taking the picture -

1.Press the title button to display the code for the
title you want.

•Each press of the title button changes the title code to the next
selection.

2.Take the picture. The magnetic data is written and
the selection is canceled for the next frame.

TO HAVE THE TITLE IMPRINTED ON THE BACK OF THE PHOTOGRAPH

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8.When the title information is correct, press the
title button.

7.Press the adjust button to change the language
code.

SEL

ADJ

SEL

ADJ

TITLE

DATE

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DATE

SEL

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TITLE IMPRINTING

You can choose an additional title for the entire roll of film (Filmstrip Title). Both the
filmstrip title and the frame title will be imprinted on the back of the print.

After the film has been rewound and the film-cassette
mark is blinking -

1.Press title to select the desired title.

•Each press of the title button changes the title code to the next
selection.

SETTING A FILMSTRIP TITLE

2.Set the title by pressing the shutter-release button all
the way down. The camera advances to write the IX
data on the film leader, then rewinds the film.

•Be sure to set the filmstrip title before removing the film.

•Once the filmstrip title is set, it can not be changed.

ADJ

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TITLE

DATE

SEL

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SELF-TIMER

1.Place the camera on a tripod and press the self­timer/remote-control button until appears in the

data panel.

2.Center your subject in the focus frame.

3.Press the shutter-release button all-the-way down.

The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink
slowly during the self-timer countdown.

•To cancel the self-timer operation, press the self-timer/drive-mode
button or turn the camera off.

•The self-timer is automatically canceled after the shutter releases.

•Do not press the shutter-release button while standing in front of

the camera.

•If you want to take a picture with your subject outside of the focus
frame, use focus hold. See page 37.

The self-timer will delay release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after you
press the shutter release button.

ADJ

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

SEL

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REMOTE CONTROL MODE

1.Place the camera on a tripod and press the self­timer/remote-control button until appears in the
data panel.

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The IR Remote Control RC-3 allows remote camera operation from up to 6m (19.7 ft.)
away.

• The remote control will not operate with backlit subjects or under fluorescent light.

• After taking the picture, the remote control is canceled for the next frame.

• To save power, the camera automatically shuts itself off if the remote control is not

operated for more than eight minutes.

CONTINUOUS DRIVE MODE

In this mode, the camera continuously takes pictures and advances the film as long as
the shutter-release button is held down.

2.When you’re ready to take pictures, press the
shutter-release button all-the-way down and hold.

•The shutter will continue to release and advance the film as long
as the shutter-release button is held down. When taking flash
pictures, the shutter will release after the flash has charged.

• To cancel the continuous drive mode, press the self-timer/drive­mode button until the indicator disappears from the data panel, or
turn the camera off.

1.Press the self-timer/remote-control button until
appears in the data panel.

ADJ

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

SEL

ADJ

PRINT

TITLE

DATE

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1.Set the camera to the remote-control mode.

2.Center your subject in the focus frame, then press
the shutter-release button partway down until the
green focus-lamp glows.

3.Release the shutter-release button.

4.Point the remote control toward the front of the
camera and press

• or 2s.

REMOTE CONTROL MODE

3.Point the remote control toward the front of the
camera and press

• or 2s.

• If you press the release button marked with •, the lamp on the
front of the camera will blink once and the picture will be taken. If
you press the delay button (2s), the lamp on the front of the
camera will blink for two seconds before the picture is taken.

2.Arrange the camera and subject positions and
compose your picture.

FOCUS HOLD IN REMOTE CONTROL MODE

When your subject is not in the center of the picture, use
focus hold.

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APPENDIX

REMOTE CONTROL MODE

2.Insert a new battery into the battery-chamber with its
plus side up.

3.Slide the battery chamber back into the remote control.

CHANGING THE BATTERY

The remote control uses a 3V lithium battery (CR2032). When
pressing the remote-control buttons does not release the
shutter, the battery must be replaced. The supplied battery will
be sufficient for approximately ten years of operation.

1.Pull out the battery-chamber and remove the old
battery.

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LAB SERVICES

To receive the best possible prints, take your film to a
photolab displaying the certified Advanced Photo System
photofinisher logo. Photofinishers displaying this logo
have been certified according to Advanced Photo
System guidelines.

4. Film is returned in the cassette

To keep the film dust free and aid in organization,
film is returned in its original film cassette. The
VEI will be set to ■ to prevent accidental loading.

The following is a list of services required for certification, see your

photofinisher for a full list of available services.

Reprints

Images are always captured in the H format . You
can select any of the three formats when ordering
reprints.

5. Index Print

An index print showing a numbered image of
each frame is included with your returned order.

2. PQI - Print Quality Improvement

The lab will compensate (or not compensate)
printing according to the data recorded on the
magnetic data strips.

3. Date and Title Imprinting

The date, time, and selected title are printed on
the back of the picture in the chosen format.

1. CHP - Print Format

Your film will be printed according to the format
set when the picture was taken.

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QUESTIONS AND SERVICE

•If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the
Minolta distributor in your area.

•Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact an authorized Minolta Service
Facility for details.

CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA

CLEANING

•Keep the AF and AE windows clean or the focus and/or exposure may not be accurate.

•If the camera body is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, clean, dry cloth.

•To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then, if necessary, moisten

a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting
from the center.

•Never place lens fluid directly on the lens.

•Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.

•Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera.

STORAGE

When storing the camera for extended periods of time, please follow these guidelines.

•Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For
very long periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent.

•Before using after prolonged storage, always check the camera’s operation to make sure it
is functioning properly.

BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS

•Check camera operation carefully or take test photographs.

•Minolta is not responsible for damages incurred by equipment malfunction.

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BATTERY: Two CR2 3V Lithium batteries

Battery-condition indication: 3-stage indication
Battery performance: approx. 16 rolls (based on Minolta's
standard test method using 25 exposure film with flash 50% of
exposures)

VIEWFINDER: Magnification: 0.57X - 2.00X

Field of View (H format): 85% (for subject at 3m)
Eyepoint: 19.5mm
Diopter adjustment: ±2.0 diopters

DIMENSIONS (W x H x D): 123 X 71.5 X 60mm (4-13/16 X 2-13/16 X 2-3/8 in.)
WEIGHT: 320g (11-5/16 oz.) without batteries

TECHNICAL DETAILS

CAMERA TYPE: IX240 Lens Shutter

LENS: 30-120mm f/3.5 - 9.9 power zoom lens (equivalent to approx. 38

to 150mm in the 135 system). 6 elements/6 groups construction
including 2 two-sided aspheric elements.
Maximum Magnification: 1/6X
Close-up mode focal length: 120mm

FOCUSING RANGE: C: Wide/Tele: 0.5m - ∞/1.6m - ∞ (Close-up: 0.8m - 1.6m)

H: Wide/Tele: 0.5m - ∞/1.6m - ∞ (Close-up: 0.8m - 1.6m)
P: Wide/Tele: 1.0m - ∞/2.0m - ∞

FILM SPEED SETTING: Automatic setting for ISO 25 - 3200 films
METERING RANGE (ISO 200): Wide: EV 3.0 - EV 17

Tele: EV 3.6 - EV 17

FLASH RANGE (ISO 200): Wide: 0.5 - 9.0m (1.6 - 29.5 ft.)

Tele: 1.6 - 4.0m (5.2 - 13.1 ft.)

Specifications are based on the latest information available at

the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

MEMO

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

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. 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.

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