E INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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For Proper and Safe Use .......... |
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GETTING STARTED |
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Name of Parts ........................ |
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Inserting the Battery ................ |
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Battery Condition Indicator...... |
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Loading the Film...................... |
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Rewinding the Film.................. |
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BASIC OPERATION |
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Full-auto Operation.................. |
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Focus Lock .............................. |
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For Close Subjects.................. |
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Special Focusing Situations .... |
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ADVANCED OPERATION |
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Selecting Functions in the Flash Mode 36 |
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Flash Range .................................. |
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Autoflash ...................................... |
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Autoflash with Red-eye Reduction 40 |
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Fill flash ........................................ |
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Flash cancel .................................. |
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Night Portrait ................................ |
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Landscape/Night View .................. |
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Exposure Compensation .............. |
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Self-timer .............................................. |
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For Owners of the Quartz-date Model.. 49 |
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Attaching the Camera Strap ................ |
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Care and Storage ................................ |
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Technical Specifications ...................... |
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.
WARNING
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.
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•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 expose this product to liquids or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
•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.
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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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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.
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).
GETTING STARTED
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
important user notices
supplimentary user information
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NAME OF PARTS
BODY For information on specific parts, refer to the page numbers shown in parenthesis.
Meter window*
Self-timer/
Red-eye reduction lamp* (47/40)
Manual-rewind button (22)
Tripod socket
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Viewfinder window*
AF windows*
Flash* (36)
Lens* |
(Lens barreal) |
Battery-chamber (14) |
Battery-chamber release (14)
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Date button (49) |
(Quartz-date model only) |
Adjust button
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Main switch (25) |
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Flash-mode/ Data panel (12) Select button
(36/49)
Viewfinder* (13)
Ready lamp (27)
Film window
Shutter-release button (27)
Zoom lever (26)
Strap eyelet (56)
Back-cover release (17)
Back cover (17) |
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DATA PANEL Only the necessary indicators will appear on the data panel. |
VIEWFINDER |
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Landscape/Night view
Exposure Compensation
Close-framing guide (33)
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
Focus frame (27)
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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.
reset (p.50). switch is off.
2.Insert the battery matching the positive terminal mark inside the battery chamberdoor, then click the door closed.
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BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR
Each time the camera is turned on, a symbol will appear on the data panel to indicate the power status of the battery.
Briefly appears. Power is sufficient for all camera operations.
Power is sufficient, but the battery must be replaced soon.
Replace the battery. The shutter will lock until the battery is replaced.
LOADING THE FILM
1. Slide the back-cover release down to open the back cover.
If the back cover does not open when the film is not loaded, turn the main switch off and on to release the film chamber lock.
•This camera has a safety-lock feature that prevents the camera from being opened accidentally when film is loaded. The film-chamber lock should automatically release when the film is rewound.
•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.
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LOADING THE FILM
2. Place the film cartridge into the film chamber. Extend the film leader to the "FILM TIP" mark, making sure it lays flat.
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push the excess film back |
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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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