Pentax 645NII Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

To ensure the best performance from your camera,
please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

OPERATING MANUAL

To ensure the best performance from your camera,
please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

Welcome to the Fantastic World of Pentax
Autofocus Multi-Mode Medium Format Pho­tography

The Pentax , our latest development in
the area of the medium format SLR, promises a
superior 6 x 4.5cm result with 120, 220, or
70mm film.

Made possible through our vast experience and
technology accumulated over the years, the
new autofocus multi-mode assures pin­sharp focus accuracy with AF Spot and AF
Wide selection, and the 6-segment multi-pattern
metering allows precise exposure control under
widely varying conditions. Unsurpassed versa­tility is assured through the utilizing of a full
range of exposure modes (Programmed AE,
Aperture-Priority AE and Shutter-Priority AE,
Metered Manual and TTL auto flash control), an
exposure compensation control and auto-brack­eting mode and a new user-set Pentax Function
to customize the to meet the for user's
shooting preferences.

With a 645 A- or FA lens attached, the
imprints relevant information (frame number,
shutter speed, aperture setting, exposure con­trol and auto-bracketing mode.)
The Pentax is a professional camera
possessing a number of highly sophisticated
features: built-in automated film wind, an exter­nal LCD information panel and clearly visible
LCD information in the viewfinder.

Lenses and accessories produced by other manu­facturers are not made to our precise specifications
and therefore may cause difficulties with or actual
damage to your Pentax camera. We do not assume
any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting
from the use of lenses and accessories made by
other manufacturers.

PENTAX is a trademark of HOYA Corporation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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LCD Panel Indication ............................................ 3

Viewfinder Indication............................................. 3

Names of Working Parts ....................................... 4

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA.................. 6

Precautions for Your Camera................................ 7

Precautions for Battery Usage .............................. 9

I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) .......... 10

Attaching the Camera Strap................................ 11

Loading the Batteries .......................................... 12

Turning the Power ON ........................................ 14

• *Low Battery Warning ....................................15

Attaching the Lens .............................................. 16

Detaching/Attaching Film Holder 645.................. 18

Pressing the Shutter Release Button.................. 20

Loading Film........................................................ 20

Setting the Film Speed (ISO).............................. 24

Unloading Film.................................................... 25

Unloading the Film in Mid-Roll............................ 26

Installing the Eyecup .......................................... 27

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................ 28

II. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)................ 29

Using the Programmed AE Mode....................... 30

Using the Multi(6)-Segment Metering Mode ....... 31

Using Autofocus Mode ....................................... 32

Using the Single AF Mode.................................. 33

Using the 3-Point AF Mode ................................ 34

Using the Single-Frame Drive Mode .................. 34

Holding the Camera............................................ 35

Taking a Picture.................................................. 36

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III. ADVANCED OPERATIONS .......................... 38

Selecting a Drive Mode ....................................... 38

• Consecutive-Frame Mode..............................38

• Self-Timer Mode.............................................39

Multiplex Exposure Mode.................................... 40

Selecting an Exposure Mode .............................. 42

• Using the Programmed AE Mode ..................42

• Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode .............44

• Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode ...............46

• Using the Metered Manual Mode ...................48

• Using the Bulb Exposure Mode......................50

About Exposure Compensation .......................... 52

Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode......................... 53

Switching the Metering Mode.............................. 55

• Using the Center-Weighted Metering Mode ...55

• Using the Spot Metering Mode.......................56

Using AE Lock..................................................... 57

Setting the Focus Mode Switch to the Continuous

Position ............................................................... 58

Using the Spot AF Mode .................................... 59

Focus Lock Function .......................................... 60

Manual Focusing ................................................ 61

Imprinting the Exposure Data on the Negative... 64

Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash .......... 68

Daylight- Sync Shooting ..................................... 72

Slow-Speed-Sync Shooting................................ 73

Using the Preview Lever..................................... 74

Mirror Lock-up .................................................... 75

Pentax Functions................................................ 76

Setting Pentax Function ..................................... 78

Accessories (Optional) ....................................... 83

• Interchangeable screen ................................. 84

IV. OTHERS ....................................................... 86

Troubleshooting.................................................. 86

Specifications ..................................................... 88

Warranty Policy .................................................. 90

Statement of FCC Compliance........................... 93

LCD Panel Indication

: Frame Counter (p.22)
: Film Speed Information (p.24)
: Film Status Information (p.24)
: Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.15)
: Imprinting Exposure Data Information (p.64)

LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display)

When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures
over approximately 60°C it may blacken, but when
the temperature normalizes, it should return to nor­mal.

Viewfinder Indication

: 3-point AF Frame (p.34)
: Spot Metering / Focusing Area (p.56, 59)
: Shutter Speed (p.42, 45, 47, 49)
: Aperture Value (p.42, 45, 47, 49)
: Flash Status Information (p.68)
: In-Focus Indicator (p.36)
: Exposure Compensation (p.52)
: Bar Graph(p.49, 52)
: AE Lock (p.57)

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Names of Working Parts

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" AF mode selector (p.33, 58)
# Exposure compensation dial (p.52)
$ Exposure compensation dial release

button (p.52)

% Auto bracketing selector (p.53)
& Hot shoe (p.68)
' Shutter speed dial release button
( Lens information contacts
) Lens unlock button (p.16)
* Preview lever (p.74)
+ Drive mode selector (p.34, 38, 39)
, Shutter release button (p.20)

- Shutter release socket (p.51)
. Up / down buttons
/ AE lock button (p.57)
0 Main Switch (p.14)
1 LCD panel (p.3)
2 Metering mode selector (p.31, 55, 56)
3 AF frame selector (p.34.59)
4 Diopter adjustment ring (p.28)
5 Shutter speed dial

Names of Working Parts

6 Battery holder release knob
7 External power supply socket (p.13)
8 Tripod socket (p.35)
9 Vertical tripod socket (p.35)
: Multi-exposure switch (p.40)
; X-sync socket
< Strap lug (p.11)
= Film holder (p.18)
> Film holder release knob (p.18)
? Mid-roll wind-up button (p.26)
@ Electronic cable release socket (p.51)
A Battery holder (p.12)

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Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions
given on this page.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in seri-

ous injuries to the operator.

CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in

minor or medium injuries to the operator or damage to the equipment.

WARNING

• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous.
Make sure that small children do not get the strap
caught around their neck.

• Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as
viewing the sun for an extended period may damage
your eyes.

CAUTION

• Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the bat­tery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it
may explode.

• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if
they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to
burn yourself during removal.

Precautions for Your Camera

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Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mecha­nism. Handle it with great care.

Precautions when taking pictures

• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact
with rain, water, or any other liquid, because the cam­era is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Should
the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any
other liquid wipe it off immediately with a dry soft
cloth.

• Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects.
lf the camera suffers a shock or impact, take it to a
Pentax service center for inspection.

• Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibra­tions, shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the
camera when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat,
etc.

• Condensation on the interior or exterior of the cam­era may be extremely harmful to the camera mecha­nism as it may cause rust. Furthermore, if the camera
is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one
or vice versa, the formation of ice crystals may cause
damage. In such a case, put the camera into a case
or plastic bag so that temperature difference is mini­mized. Do not remove it from the bag until tempera­ture has stabilized.

• Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on
the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose your
picture with a margin of safety at the edges.

Precautions for storage

• Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in
places where the humidity and temperature are very
high, such as in a car.

• Do not store the camera in a closet with mothballs or
in an areas where chemicals are handled. Store it in
a place with good dry air circulation to prevent the
growth of fungus.

Precautions for proper care

• Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your
finger or any other object.

• Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu­mulated on the lens or viewfinder.

• Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or
benzene to clean the camera.

• Electrical problems may often be caused by water,
dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also check
for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corro­sion due to salinity or gas. If you cannot correct the
problems, have your camera inspected at a Pentax
service center. Repairs of this nature are not covered
under the terms of the warranty and charges may be
assessed.

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Other precautions

• The temperature range at which this camera func­tions properly is 50°C to -10°C (122°F to 14°F).

• A camera which has been submerged in water usu­ally cannot be repaired. If such an accident should
occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service
Center immediately.

• To maintain optimum performance, it is recom­mended that the camera be inspected every one or
two years. If the camera has not been used for an
extended period, or is being prepared for an impor­tant photographic session, it is recommended that
you have the camera inspected or test shoot with it.

• Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this
product in an industrial or commercial application
may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax
warranty.

• The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of
defects in materials or workmanship. Damage of any
kind cannot be repaired at no charge under the terms
of the warranty. If the difficulty is caused as a direct
result of the product being used in conditions as out­lined in this manual, charges will be assessed and a
repair quotation will be provided.

Precautions for Battery Usage

• Use six 1.5V AA size alkaline, or lithium batteries.

• Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery should be

inserted with the "+" and "-" sides facing correctly.

• Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but will recover in normal temperatures.

• Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling.

• Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, types or old batteries with new ones. As this may

cause explosion or overheating.

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lcon indicators used in this manual

Operation direction

Attention

Lamp blinking

I. BASIC OPERATION

(PREPARATION)

Attaching the Camera Strap

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1. Use a coin or similar object to slide the clasp
in the direction of the arrow.

2. Put the clasp onto the strap lug of the cam­era with the arrow indication facing out, and
slide the lock plate back to the original posi­tion.

3. To remove the strap, repeat step 1.

• Adjust the length of the strap with the buckle.

• After fitting the strap and adjusting the length, pull

the strap hard to confirm that the strap has
securely attached to the camera.

• There is a pocket on the strap so you can store a
small accessory.

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Loading the Batteries

1. To remove the battery holder, lift the battery
holder release knob and turn it in the direc­tion of the arrow.

2. Load six 1.5V AA-size batteries in the battery
holder in accordance with the diagram
located in the battery holder.

3. To secure the battery holder, turn the battery
holder release knob in the direction of the
arrow.

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• This camera requires battery power for operation. Always use six 1.5V AA size batteries.

• The ISO film speed and number of exposed frames are unchanged if the batteries are replaced.

• Keep spare batteries on hand when shooting out doors or while traveling.

• Use of the optional Remote Battery Pack 645 is recommended when the camera is used in extremely low

temperatures.

• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, types or old batteries with new
ones.

• Remove batteries when not using the camera for long periods of time as the batteries may leak.

Battery life Battery life

[20°C/68°F] [-10°C/14°F]

Alkaline Battery Lithium Battery Alkaline Battery Lithium Battery

120 film holder: about 130 rolls about 320 rolls 120 film holder: about 7 rolls about 120 rolls

220 film holder: about 100 rolls about 250 rolls 220 film holder: about 5 rolls about 90 rolls

Bulb exposure time about 8 hours about 12 hours Bulb exposure time about 6 hours about 10 hours

• The batteries were used under our testing conditions. Actual battery life and performance may vary drasti­cally depending on external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the battery.

• Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but should recover in normal tem­peratures.

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Turning the Power ON

1. Set the main switch to [ON]

• When the camera is not in use, make sure that the
main switch is OFF to prevent battery drain if the
shutter release button is accidentally pressed.

2. With the main switch set to U, an audible

PCV signal is heard under one of the follow­ing conditions.

• When the subject comes into focus.

• When the film is left only one frame.

• With the mirror lock-up function set.

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*Low Battery Warning

When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the bat-

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tery symbol e appears on the LCD panel as a
warning. Replace the batteries as soon as possible.
See page 12 for replacing the batteries.

• Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure
will be correct as long as the shutter can be
released. It is recommended to replace the bat­teries as soon as possible.

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Attaching the Lens

1. Remove the body mount cap while pressing
the lens unlock button.

2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens
mount, attach the lens to the camera body,
and turn it fully to the right until you hear a
click.

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3. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the tabs
on the both sides in the direction of the arrow.

• With a non-autofocus lens attached, all available

functions in this camera operate except autofocus
operation.

• We assume no responsibility nor liability for dam-

ages resulting from the use of lenses made by
other manufacturers.
The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens

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information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust,
or corrosion may cause damage to the electrical
system. Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth.

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* How to remove
To remove the lens, turn it to the left while
pressing the lens unlock button.

• To protect the contacts and AF coupler of the lens
against damage after removal, be sure to set the
lens down with the mount side facing upward.

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Detaching/Attaching Film Holder 645

Attaching

1. Align the red dots on the film holder knob
and film holder, then insert the film holder
into the camera chamber. Press both sides of
the film holder until you hear a click.

2. Turn the film holder knob 90° to the right.
After attaching the film holder to the camera,
fold the film holder knob into its original
position.

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Detaching

1. Raise the film holder knob and turn until the
red dot markings align and a click is heard.
Continue to turn the film holder knob to the
left; the locking mechanism will release and
the film holder is now detached from the
camera body.

• When inserting the film holder into the camera
body, be sure that the film holder is inserted all
the way in order to avoid any serious damage.

• Precautions are required when attaching the 220
film holder.

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Pressing the Shutter Release Button

Loading Film

The shutter release button has two positions.
Pressing it down halfway (first position) turns on

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the exposure meter and autofocus system.
Pressing it fully (second position) releases the
shutter. When taking a picture, press the shutter
release button gently to prevent camera shake.

• Before loading a roll of film, slowly press the shut­ter release button to learn where the first position
is.

• The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds
after the button is released from the halfway posi­tion.

• The timer duration of the LCD indication can be
changed from the initial 10 seconds to 20 or 30
seconds with Pentax function No.2 See page 78.

Not pressed pressed halfway

down

(first position)

pressed fully

down

(second position)

Spool retainer (p.21)

Film winding gear (p.21)

Pressure plate

Start mark (p.22)

After loading the film, be sure to set the proper
film speed. See page 24 for setting the film
speed.

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1. Install an empty to the spool retainer as illus-

trated.

2. Tear off the tape and install the spool to the

film holder so that the black inner side of the
leader must face outwards.

3. Draw the leader from the film roll, and insert
the leader paper tip into the take-up spool's
slit.

4. Slowly rotate the film winding gear in the
direction of the arrow while lightly holding
the leader paper.

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Star t mark

5. Wind the leader paper onto the take-up spool
until the arrow on the leader paper aligns the
holder's start mark S and the red line.

6. Attach the film holder into the camera body.

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7. Set the main switch to [ON]. Press the stutter
release button. The film automatically
advances to the first frame. B is displayed
on the LCD panel.

8. If A appears, it indicates that the film is not
properly loaded. Detach the film holder from
the camera and load the film once again.

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• Always load or unload a film in the shade or by
using your body to shade the film holder.

• We suggest that you first operate the camera
without a film to become familiar with its opera­tions.

• The film counter indication advances one each
time the shutter is released.

• With a 220 film loaded, the dot marks appear
before the arrow marking. If the dot marks align
the start mark on the film holder, the first 3 frames
will not be exposed.

• The film counter indication can be set with Pentax
Function No.7 to either count forward or back­ward each frame.

• If the leader paper is wound far over the start
mark S or the red line, you may lose the last
frame(s) on the roll.

• The film holder cannot be changed or removed
when the film is in mid-roll.

• 15 pictures are taken with a 120 roll film and 32
pictures are taken with a 220 roll film. The number
of pictures taken can be changed with Pentax
function No.9.

• With the main switch set to U, the PCV signal
beeps for two second when the film is left only
one frame for film depleting warning

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Setting the Film Speed (ISO)

1. Set the exposure compensation dial to the ISO
position

• Turn the exposure compensation dial while holding

down the exposure compensation dial release button.

• The shutter cannot be released with the exposure com-

pensation dial set at [ISO].

2. Press the up/down button. To set the ISO for to a
higher film speed, press the Y button repeatedly
until the desired ISO appears on the LCD panel. To
change ISO for a lower film speed, press the Z
button repeatedly until the desired film speed
appears on the LCD panel.

3. After the desired film speed is set, turn the expo­sure compensation dial to the [0] position.

• The film speed setting range is ISO 6 to 6400 in 1/3 EV

step increments.

• You can tear off a part of the film package indicating the

type of film and speed, and insert it into the memo
holder provided on the film holder to remind you of the
film type/speed that you are using.

• [ISO] and film speed are always displayed on the LCD

panel with the main switch set to the ON position.

Unloading Film

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1. After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the
camera will automatically wind the film and
stop winding as soon as the end of the leader
paper is wound to the take-up spool. G on
the LCD panel is displayed.

2. Detach the film holder from the camera.

3. While firmly holding the wound film roll, affix
the paper seal securely on the back of the
paper leader to prevent the exposed roll from
unwinding accidentally.

• Remove the film in the shade or by using your
body to shade the camera.

• The number of exposed frames on the LCD panel
disappears.

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Unloading the Film in Mid-Roll

If you wish to remove the film before exposing all
the frames, use this function.

1. Set the main switch to [ON].

2. Press the mid-roll wind-up button fully with a
fine-pointed object. The film will wind com­pletely.

3. Before detaching the film holder, check that
G is displayed on the LCD panel.

4. While firmly holding the wound film roll, affix
the paper seal securely on the back of the
paper leader to prevent the exposed roll from
unwinding accidentally.

• The number of exposed frames on the LCD panel

disappears.

• When removing the film from the camera, protect

it from direct sunlight.

Installing the Eyecup

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Two types of eyecups, a standard and a larger one
are provided as accessories; they may be utilized
according to a given situation. The larger is con­structed of rubber and designed to fit close to the
face for easy shooting.

To install

1. The standard eyecup may be easily removed
from the viewfinder by rotating the cup to the
left.

2. To install the larger eyecup: match the eye­cup pin with the eyepiece hole.

3. Turn the fixing screw to the right with a coin
or similar object.

• When using accessories such as the Refcon-

verter 645, remove the eyecup first.

• When turning the fixing screw with a coin, a large

diameter coin is recommended to use. A small
diameter coin touches the glass part of the eye­piece and causes scratching the eyepiece glass.

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Aim the camera at a bright subject. While looking
through the viewfinder, turn the diopter adjustment
ring to the left or right until the autofocus frame
l appears in the sharpest focus.

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

• The diopter adjustment range is +1.0D to -3.5

(per meter).

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Using the Programmed AE Mode

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Purpose

For easy picture taking, use this mode. In the Programmed
AE mode, the camera automatically selects the best combi­nation of aperture and shutter speed settings allowing you to
take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button.

To set

1. Turn the lens aperture ring to the b position as

shown in the illustration.

• To move the lens aperture ring to the b position, turn

the aperture ring while holding down the aperture-A lock
button on the lens. The lens aperture ring can be
released from the b position in the same manner.

2. Turn the shutter speed dial to b while holding

down the shutter speed dial release button. The
shutter speed dial can be released from b in the
same manner.

• You can shift the program line of Programmed AE Mode

with Pentax Function No.6. See page 80 for more details.

• See page 44, 46, 48, and 50 for other available expo-

sure modes.

Using the Multi(6)-Segment Metering Mode

In the multi(6)-segment metering mode, the meter­ing system automatically measures light in six differ­ent zones, enabling proper exposure in a wide
variety of normal and adverse lighting conditions.

Set the metering mode switch to L.

• The center-weighted metering mode and spot
metering mode are also available in this camera.
See page 55 and 56 for more details.

• When the Adapter 645 for 67 lens or Helicoid
Extension Tube 645 attached, the center-weighted
metering mode is automatically set even if you
select the multi-segment metering mode. The multi­segment mode cannot be used.

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MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING

This camera incorporates a high-precision six-segment
TTL metering system. Light values are measured in six
segments within the image field, enabling an optimal
exposure to be made under a variety of lighting condi­tions. With conventional averaged metering systems,
underexposure of the subject results from the brightness
of the background affecting the overall metering. With
multi(6)-segment metering, the camera records the
brightness in six zones within the image field and uses
these measurements to choose an exposure that will not
underexpose the subject. The multi(6)-segment metering
system also calculates exposure values for a scene to
automatically compensate for high-contrast and other dif­ficult lighting conditions. Even a beginner can achieve
excellent results with ease.

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With the Pentax 645 FA lens attached, the lens
automatically focuses when you press the shutter
release button halfway down.

Set the lens in the autofocus mode.

Using Autofocus Mode

• Switching between the autofocus mode and man­ual focus mode depends on the lens you use. For
more details, read the operating manual of the
lens.

• The camera does not provide the switch for
switching between the autofocus mode and man­ual mode.

Using the Single AF Mode

When you press the shutter button, the lens auto­matically focuses. As soon as the subject is in
focus, the shutter is released. For normal use,
select this position. The shutter cannot be released
if the subject is out of focus.

Set the AF mode selector to z.

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• Continuous AF Mode is also available in this cam­era. See page 58.

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Using the 3-Point AF Mode

Using the Single-Frame Drive Mode

In the 3-point autofocus system, the subject will be
focused properly even if the main subject is slightly
off-center of the AF frame.

Set the AF mode selector to l.

One picture is taken each time the shutter release
button is pressed.

Set the drive mode dial to O.

Holding the Camera

Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically

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For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly
as shown in the illustrations.

Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting the
camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. While tak­ing a picture, hold your breath and gently press the shut­ter release button. (Sudden force on the shutter release
button will cause camera shake, making the picture
blurred.)

• To reduce camera shake, support your body or the cam­era on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance.

• Although there are individual differences among pho­tographers, in general the shutter speed with a hand­held camera is lower than the inverse of the focal
length. For example, 1/75 second when the focal length
is 75mm, and 1/150 second when the focal length is
75mm, and 1/150 second when it is 150mm. A tripod
should be used for shutter speeds slower than this.

• When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is
heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is
recommended to avoid camera shake.

• This camera has provided two tripod sockets for vertical
and horizontal format positions.

• When a tripod is used, use of an optional Cable SW CS­105/CS-130 or Cable Release is also recommended.

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Taking a Picture

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Set the lens to the autofocus position.

1. Focus on the subject with the 3-point AF

frame l. When the shutter release button
is pressed halfway down, the lens automati­cally focuses.

2. When the subject is in focus, the focus indi-

cator u lights up.

3. To release the shutter, gently press the shut­ter release button fully.

• When the shutter release button is pressed half­way down, the shutter speed and aperture setting
are displayed in the viewfinder.

• Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on a
specific spot of the subject. See details on page

59.

• When the subject is in focus, the audible PCV sig­nal can be emitted. See details on page 14.

• During autofocus operation, the focusing ring
should not be obstructed with your fingers, hands,
or any other object.

The focus indicator u blinks when the camera
is not able to obtain proper focus for one of the
following reasons.

1. The subject is too close. Adjust the camera

to subject distance.

2. The subject is difficult to autofocus. See

"HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS" on page 63.

• The shutter cannot be released if the subject is
out of focus.

• The film counter indication advances each time
the shutter is released.

• Press the shutter release button halfway down.
While is on, the camera-to-subject distance is
fixed (focus lock). To refocus on another subject,
lift your finger off the shutter release button.

• If the drive mode switch is set to the Consecutive­Frame Mode with the Single AF Mode set, the
camera focuses only the first picture. From the
second picture, the pictures are taken consecu­tively with the focus locked at the first picture.

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BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Selecting a Drive Mode

III. ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Consecutive-Frame Mode

Consecutive pictures can be taken by holding down
the shutter release button.

Set the drive mode selector to P.

• if the AF mode selector is set to [S]. the camera
focuses only the first picture. From the second
picture, the pictures are taken consecutively with
the focus locked at the first picture.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Self-Timer Mode

The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and
is useful for taking group shots that include the pho­tographer. The shutter will be released about 12
seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

1. Set the drive mode selector to r.

2. Focus on the subject first using the autofocus
frame and by pressing the shutter release but­ton halfway down. Then press the shutter
release button fully.

• The shutter will be released about 12 seconds
later.

• When the Self-Timer is in operation. The audible
PCV signal is heard and the rate increases for the
last two seconds.

• To cancel the Self-Timer operation after it has been
activated, move the drive mode selector to a posi­tion other than r or set the main switch to the
OFF position.

• The Self-Timer delay time can be set to 12 sec. or
2 sec. (with mirror lock-up) with Pentax Function
No. 4.

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Multiplex Exposure Mode

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Procedure

1. Turn the multi-exposure switch in the direc­tion of the arrow until it locks.

2. The frame counter on the LCD panel blinks.

3. Press the shutter release button to shoot an
initial exposure. The film will not advance.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

4. Return the multi-exposure switch to the orig­inal position to cancel the multi-exposure
mode.

Notes:

• To exposure the triple shot, leave the multi-expo-

sure switch in the lock position and shoot the sec­ond shot. Then return the multi-exposure switch
to the original position. The film does not advance
at this stage. Press the shutter release button to
shoot the third shot. The film will advance and the
Single-Frame shooting will be restored.

5. Recompose the frame, and press the shutter
release button to shoot the second shot.

• When using the Multi-Exposure Mode, you usu-

ally get the best result using a flash to illuminate
the main subject against a dimly-lit background.

• To cancel the Multi-Exposure Mode, turn the multi-

exposure switch to the original position.

• When using the Multi-Exposure Mode, the exposed

frame may move slightly.

• With the data exposure imprinting set, the data of

the last frame is imprinted.

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Selecting an Exposure Mode

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Programmed AE Mode

Purpose

The camera automatically selects the optimum
combination of shutter speed and aperture settings,
making it easy to take a good photograph by just
pressing the shutter release button.

To set

1. Set the lens aperture ring to b.

• Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the
aperture-A lock button.

2. Turn the shutter speed dial to b while hold-

ing down the shutter speed dial lock release
button.

• The shutter speed dial can be released from b to

another position in the same manner as above.

• When the shutter release button is pressed half­way, the shutter speed and aperture setting will
be displayed in the viewfinder.

• You can shift the program line of Programmed AE
Mode with Pentax Function No 4. See page 79 for
more details.

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*

* Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter
speed and aperture setting will blink in the view­finder. If the subject is too bright, select a darker
subject. Use a flash if the subject is too dark.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode

Purpose

When the desired aperture is selected, an appropri­ate shutter speed is automatically set by the cam­era for a proper exposure. This mode is ideal for
shooting landscapes with increased depth of field,
or a portrait against a blurred background.

To set

1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-

stop other than b.

• Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the
aperture-A lock button.

2. Set the shutter speed dial to [A].

• The shutter speed dial can be released from b to

another position while holding down the shutter
speed dial lock button.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

3. Set the desired f-stop.

4. The f-stop that you have selected and appro-

priate aperture indication determined by the
camera can be seen in the viewfinder when
the shutter release button is pressed half­way.

• The approximate aperture indication appears in
the viewfinder. It may not the same indication as
that you selected with the lens aperture ring espe­cially when the A645 150mm f/3.5 or A 645 45­82mm Zoom f/4.5 is attached.

* Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the selected
shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel as a warning as shown. When the sub­ject is too bright, choose a smaller aperture, if avail­able; when it is too dark, choose a larger aperture,
if available. When the shutter speed indication
stops blinking, you can take the picture. If both
shutter and aperture blink, it means that the expo­sure is out of metering range and unable to obtain a
correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted.
Select a darker subject if it is too bright, or use a
flash if it is too dark.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode

Purpose

When the desired shutter is selected, the appropri­ate aperture is automatically set by the camera for
a proper exposure according to the brightness of
the subject. This mode is suitable for freezing the
action with a fast shutter speed or capturing a flow­ing dynamic image with a slow shutter speed.

To s et

1. Set the lens aperture ring to b.

2. Set the shutter speed dial to a shutter speed

other than b.

• To set the shutter speed dial to a position other

than b, turn the shutter speed dial while holding
down the shutter speed dial lock button.

3. Set the shutter speed dial to the desired
shutter speed.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

4. The shutter speed dial between 1/1000 to 4S
can be set to 1/2 step by pressing the up/down
button. The set shutter speed will be displayed
on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder.

• If the shutter speed does not change to 1/2 step,

confirm Pentax Function No. 1

• When the shutter release button is pressed half-

way down, the shutter speed and the aperture
value will be displayed in the viewfinder.

• In flash photography, when you use flash sync

shutter speed of 1/60 second or a non-dedicated
external flash unit, set the shutter speed dial to
the e (1/60 of second ) position.

* Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter
speed and aperture setting in the viewfinder blink.
When the subject is too bright, choose a faster
shutter speed. When the shutter speed indication
stops blinking, you can take the picture. If both
selected shutter speed and aperture blink, it means
that the exposure is out of metering range and
unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the
shutter speed is adjusted. Select a darker subject if
the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Metered Manual Mode

Purpose

The Metered Manual Mode is a convenient exposure
mode for taking pictures using the same shutter
speed and aperture setting combination, or taking
creatively under or over exposured photographs.

To set

1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f­stop setting.

• Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the

aperture-A lock button.

2. Set the shutter speed dial to the desired
shutter speed.

3. The shutter speed dial between 1/1000 to 4S
can be set to 1/2 step by pressing the up/down
button. The set shutter speed will be displayed
on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder.

• If the shutter speed does not change to 1/2 step,

confirm Pentax Function No. 1

• To set the shutter speed dial to a position other

than b, turn the shutter speed dial while holding
down the shutter speed dial lock button.

• When the 645 LS (with leaf shutter) 75mm is

attached, C Appears on the LCD panel.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

4. Turn either the shutter dial or lens aperture ring
until a single bar is displayed in the center of the
bar graph.

5. When the shutter release button is pressed half­way, the shutter speed, approximate aperture and
bar graph will be displayed in the viewfinder.

• When the bars are displayed to the j side on the bar

graph, it indicates overexposure and when the bars are
displayed to the o side, it indicates underexposure.

• Moving one bar on the bar graph indicates 1/3 step

(EV). However, when under or over exposure is set
beyond + 3 or - 3 steps (3EV), j or o indicator will
blink.

• In flash photography, when you use the flash sync shutter
speed of 1/60 second or a non-dedicated external flash
unit, set the shutter dial to the e (1/60 of second) position.

* Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the selected shutter
speed will blink in the viewfinder as a warning as shown.
When the subject is too bright, choose a smaller aperture;
when it is too dark, choose a larger aperture. When the
shutter speed indication stops blinding, you can take a
picture. If both shutter and aperture blink, It means that
the exposure is out of metering range and unable to
obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted.
Select a darker subject or use a flash if it is too dark.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Bulb Exposure Mode

Purpose

This mode is useful for the long exposures required for
shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains
open as long as the shutter release button is held down.

To set

1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-

stop other than b while holding down the
aperture-A lock button.

Do not set the lens aperture ring to b. lf doing so, the

•

aperture will always closed to the maximum position.

2. Set the shutter speed dial to c.

3. An appropriate aperture will be displayed in

the viewfinder when the shutter release but­ton is pressed halfway.

• Set the shutter speed dial to the c position. Turn
the shutter speed dial while holding down the
shutter speed dial lock button.

• The approximate aperture indication appears in
the viewfinder. It may not the same indication as
that you selected with the lens aperture ring espe­cially when the A645 150mm f/3.5 or A 645 45­85mm Zoom f/4.5 is attached.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

4. Adjust the desired aperture by lens aperture
ring.

• When using this mode, use a steady tripod to pre­vent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable
Switch CS-105 CS-130" or Release Timer Switch
TS-110 after removing the Release Socket Cap.

• Up to approx. 8 hours exposure is possible with
new alkaline batteries at room temperatures.

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About Exposure Compensation

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Purpose

The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately
overexpose (brighten) or underexpose (darken) a subject,
or to compensate for difficult lighting conditions which
may fool the camera's built-in exposure meter.

To set

1. Turn the exposure compensation dial to the
desired compensation value.

2. The exposure compensation dial locks at the a position. To
set the exposure compensation dial to a position other than

a

position, turn the exposure compensation dial while

the
holding down the exposure compensation dial while holding
down the exposure compensation dial release button.

3. The bar graph indicates the compensation value
and w appear in the viewfinder.

• Exposure compensation does not work in the Bulb
Exposure Mode.

• The exposure compensation range is -3 1/3EV to +3 1/
3EV in 0.3EV step.

• The exposure compensation step can be selected from

0.3EV step to 0.5EV step with Pentax Function No.5.
See page 79 for more details

• When the 0.5EV step is selected, two bars above the
bar graph indicate a 0.5EV step.

• When exposure compensation is used in the Metered
Manual mode, the bar above the bar graph indicates
under or overexposure, it is not indicating the exposure
compensation value. w is displayed.

Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode

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When you take a picture that requires exposure
compensation and it may be difficult to determine
the correct exposure, use this mode to make three
different bracketing exposures with different expo­sure levels.

Selection of auto bracketing amount.

The auto bracketing amount can be selected from
1/3EV step or 1/2EV step.

To set

1. While holding the auto bracketing selector at
the STEP position, press the up/down button
to select the desired auto bracketing amount.

• The bracketing amount can be set to 13 (1/3EV

step) or 12 (1/2EV step).

2. Release the finger from the auto-bracketing
selector. The selector returns to the
tion to complete the set-bracketing amount.

± 0 posi-

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

with 1/3EV set with 1/2EV set

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with 1/3EV set with 1/2EV set

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

1. Set the auto bracketing selector to the desired

exposure compensation value.

2. Press the shutter release button fully. Three pic-

tures are taken consecutively according to the
auto-bracketing switch you have set.

• Three pictures are taken consecutively as follows.

First picture: Correct exposure
Second picture: Underexposure
Third picture: Overexposure

• The sequence of the auto bracketing exposures can be

changed with Pentax Function No.3.

• The camera automatically measures the exposure for
each shot.

• The focus is locked at the first picture and remains
locked until all pictures are taken.

• If you let go of the shutter release button during auto
bracketing, the auto-bracketing will remain effective
until the viewfinder indication goes off. After that, the
camera returns to the shooting status before the first
frame was taken.

Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode combined with the
Exposure Compensation function.

You can combine the auto bracketing exposure mode with
the exposure compensation function.
The auto-bracketing will work in accordance with the
exposure compensation value set.

Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode combined with the
Metered Manual Mode.

You can combine the auto Bracketing exposure mode
with the metered manual mode (except X sync speed).
The auto-bracketing will work with changing only the shut­ter speed. The bar graph of the metered manual mode is
only displayed in the viewfinder. The bar graph of the
exposure compensation value is not displayed.

Switching the Metering Mode

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

The Spot metering or Center-Weighted metering
mode can also be selected in this camera.
Select the desired metering mode with the metering
mode selector.

Using the Center-Weighted Metering Mode

This metering system does not automatically com­pensate for backlit or spotlit scenes like the
Multi(6)Segment Metering Mode. Creative expo­sure control is decided by the user.

To set

Set the metering mode selector to the J position.

• The metering pattern in the illustration above
shows that the upper part of the pattern (in the
center of the viewfinder) has more sensitivity to
light than the lower part.

• In this metering mode, the camera does not auto­matically compensate the exposure in backlit or
spotlighted scenes like the Multi (6)-Segment
Mode. Creative exposure control is decided by
the user.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the Spot Metering Mode

The Spot Metering Mode measures light only in the
small area in the center of the viewfinder.

To set

1. Set the metering mode selector to I.

Metering
area

2. Measure the small area of the viewfinder as

illustrated.

• If brightness is much different between the center
and the other area of the photograph, exposure
should be determined in consideration of the over­all brightness. Otherwise, the picture will come out
improperly exposed.

Using AE Lock

• As soon as the AE lock button W is pressed,
and the camera stores the measured exposure
level for 20 seconds. The AE lock function
remains while the AE lock button is pressed.

• If the shutter release button is pressed halfway
down while the AE lock timer is operating, the
memorized meter reading will remain even if the
AE lock button is released.

• The AE lock function cannot be used when the
camera is set in the Metered Manual Mode.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

The AE lock function memorizes an exposure before
shooting. The AE lock function is very effective when
used along with the spot metering. Use the AE lock
function to get a correct exposure when the subject
occupies only a small part of the viewfinder.

Position the area to be measured in the spot
metering area and press the AE lock button.
The exposure level is memorized and n is dis­played in the viewfinder.

How to cancel

To cancel the AE lock function, press the AE lock
button again.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

If the shutter release button is held at the halfway
position, the lens focuses continuously to follow the
subject. The shutter can be released even if the
subject is out of focus.

Set the focus mode switch to h.

Setting the Focus Mode Switch to the Continuous Position

Predictive Autofocus Mode

When the camera senses subject movement during
the autofocus operation, the camera will automati­cally switch the focus mode to the predictive autofo­cus mode to measure the speed of a moving
subject, and predict where it will be at the moment
of shutter release to maintain sharp focus on the
subject. If the subject is moving too fast, the shutter
may not be released.

Using the Spot AF Mode

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Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on a
specific spot of the subject which is in the spot AF
autofocus frame.

How to focus

1. Set the AF frame selector to 5.

AF area

2. Focus on the main subject with the Spot AF

frame.

• When the main subject is off the Spot AF frame,
use the focus-lock technique. See page 60.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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Focus Lock Function

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

In the Spot Metering Mode, the camera focuses with the
spot metering / focusing area of the viewfinder. If you
shoot without positioning the spot metering / focusing area
on the main subject, the main subject will not be focused
properly.

Set the AF frame selector to 5.

1. When the composition does not allow the autofo­cus frame to be placed over the most important
subject, the camera will focus on the background
as shown in the illustration.

• The focus lock can be used in the 3-point AF Mode and

Spot AF Mode.

• The focus lock does not operate when the AF mode

selector is at h.

2. To prevent this, focus on the main subject with the
spot metering / focusing area. Press and hold the
shutter release button halfway down. The in-focus
indicator remains on, indicating that the focus is
temporarily locked.

3. While holding the shutter release button halfway
down, aim the camera or recompose the picture,
then press the shutter release button fully to
release the shutter.

• Lifting your finger off the shutter release button clears

the in-focus indicator in the viewfinder and cancels
the focus lock function

• To refocus on another subject, lift your finger off the

shutter release button.

Manual Focusing

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Using the in - focus indicator

How to focus

1. Set the lens in the manual focus mode.

• Switching between the autofocus and manual
focus modes depends on the lens you use. For
more details, read the operating manual of the
lens.

2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn
the focusing ring to the right or left while
holding the shutter release button halfway
down.

3. When the subject comes into focus, the in­focus indicator lights up in the viewfinder.
Press the shutter release button fully to take
the photograph.

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• The camera is not equipped with the focus mode
selector.

• When the subject comes into focus, the focus
indicator lights up in the viewfinder. An audible
PCV signal can be heard if the main switch is set
to the U position.

When the autofocus mode or the in-focus indi­cator is unsuited for focusing

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

When the autofocus function or the viewfinder's in­focus indicator cannot be used when it's hard to
autofocus the subject in the AF frame, focus the
subject in the manual focus mode with the aid of
the matte field in the viewfinder as you would with a
non-AF SLR camera.

Notes on Accessories

The following conditions do not allow autofocusing
or manual focusing with the in-focus indicator in the
viewfinder. Use the manual focus mode to focus
mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the
matte field surrounding the autofocus frame. See
page 58 for manual focusing.

a) When using special effect filters or "Magic Image

Attachment".

b) When using Extension Tubes or an Auto Bellows

for close-up photography.

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How to focus on the subject with the aid of the
matte field

1. Set the lens in the manual focus position.

2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn

the focusing ting to the right or left until the
image in the viewfinder is clearest.

HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS

The autofocus system is highly precise, but not per­fect. Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape,
and size of your subject, the autofocus system may
not operate. In such a case, use the focus-lock
technique (see page 60) on another subject that is
the same distance away, or set the lens to use the
manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject
with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder.

Subjects which may fool the autofocus system
include:

a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white

wall in the autofocus frame l.

b) Subjects which don't reflect much light in the

autofocus frame l.

c) Subjects which are moving too fast.
d) Multiple subjects in the foreground and back-

ground of the autofocus frame l.

e) Subjects positioned against reflected light or

strong backlight or with extremely bright back­grounds.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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If a 645 A-or FA lens (autofocus) is attached, the camera imprints the following exposure data directly on the
negative, outside of the picture frame with each exposure.

Imprinting the Exposure Data on the Negative

" Characters
# Number of Films
$ Number of Frames
% Exposure Mode
& Shutter Speed
' Aperture Setting

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Exposure Compensation Value

(
) Auto-bracketing
* Metering Mode

#% ( * ,- / 1

+ AE-lock
, Flash status

- Focal length of Lens
. Focus mode
/ Autofocus mode
0 AF area
1 Focus point
2Film speed

20.+)'&$"

Data type Imprinted description

Characters Capital letter [A to G] is imprinted to identify the camera.

Number of films [1-199] can be imprinted. Beyond 199, it returns to 1.

Number of frames [1-95] can be imprinted.

Exposure mode

Shutter speed

Aperture setting

Exposure compensation value

Auto bracketing X is imprinted when the pictures are taken in auto bracketing mode.
Metering mode Q (Multi-segment), R (Center-Weighted). S (Spot)
AE lock W is imprinted with the AE-lock function used.
Flash status s is imprinted when a Pentax dedicated flash is fired.

Focal length of lens

Focus mode K is imprinted with the autofocus mode used. L is imprinted with the manual focus mode used.
Autofocus mode z is imprinted with Single AF mode used. h is imprinted with Continuous AF mode used.
AF area 8 is imprinted with the 3-point AF mode used. 4 is imprinted with the spot AF mode used.

Focus point When the 3-point AF is set, the focus point used is imprinted with L (left), R (right), or C (center).

Film speed The film speed set from ISO 6 to 6400 is imprinted.

n (Metered Manual), c (Shutter-Priority AE), b (Aperture-Priority AE) or s (Programmed AE)
can be imprinted.

[The shutter speed] displayed in the viewfinder is imprinted. For bulb exposure, up to [9999] seconds
can be imprinted. Beyond 9999 seconds, [L. T.] will be in printed. m is used for lens shutter, e for
when the shutter speed dial is set to the X position.

[Aperture value] displayed in the viewfinder is imprinted. When the 67 lens adapter or the 645
Helicoid Extension Tube having no lens information contacts is used, k will be imprinted.

When the exposure compensation is not enabled, E is imprinted. The exposure compensation
value for the auto bracketing is also imprinted. If both auto-bracketing and exposure compensation
are used, the sum is imprinted.

[Focal length] is imprinted when the FA lens is attached. When the FA zoom lens is in use, [an
approximate value of focal length] is imprinted. p is imprinted when an accessory such as the A-lens
and rear converter is mounted.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

To set

1. Set the exposure compensation dial to [D]. [D] will be displayed on the LCD panel.

2. Press the up/down button repeatedly until [on] appears on the LCD panel.

If i is displayed on the LCD panel, the exposure data will be imprinted on the negative.

• With a 645 A- lens attached, the focal length of the lens will not be imprinted even if i is displayed on the
LCD panel.

• With an accessory without the lens information contacts such as a helicoid extension tube attached, the
focal length and aperture setting of the lens will not be imprinted even if i is displayed on the LCD panel.

• Since the exposure data are imprinted on the outside of picture frame, the data will not be seen on the
actual photographs.

• The shutter cannot be released with the exposure compensation dial set to i.

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

To cancel the Exposure Data Imprint Mode

1. Set the main switch to [ON].

2. Set the exposure compensation dial to [D].

3. Press the up/down button repeatedly to dis­play [OFF] on the LCD panel.

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Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash

Using the TTL Auto Flash

1. Remove the hot shoe cover and attach a
Pentax dedicated flash unit.

2. Turn the flash ON.

3. Set the flash to TTL Auto mode.

4. Confirm that the flash is fully charged.

5. Focus on the subject and release the shutter.

Auto Bracketing Exposure mode with a Pentax

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

TTL dedicated flash

When the auto bracketing exposure mode is
selected with a Pentax dedicated TTL flash in use,
only the amount of flash output is varied.

• When the flash is fully charged, the ready lamp on
the flash unit lights up. When the shutter release
button is pressed halfway down, s appears in the
viewfinder indicating the flash is ready.

• For more details, read the flash operating manual.

Exposure Compensation with a Pentax TTL ded­icated flash

When the exposure compensation is set with a
Pentax TTL flash in use, it makes possible to adjust
the brightness of the background of the subject and
the flash output at the same time.

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AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ

• These flash units feature a built-in infrared spot­beam to assist the autofocus system in dim light
and low-contrast conditions.

• The auto zoom function will automatically adjust
the angle of discharge according to the lens focal
length only when a 645 FA lens is in use.

• The AF500FTZ and AF360FGZ feature a wireless
slave synch flash function.

• The flash effective range appears on the LCD
panel only when an a 645 A- lens is in use, or FA
lens is in use.

• Multiple flash burst on a single frame is possible
with the AF500FTZ.

• In the Programmed AE, Shutter-Priority AE, or
Aperture-Priority AE, the TTL Auto Flash Mode
will be set automatically even if the flash is set to
Manual.

• With AF360FGZ, the picture format size can be
selected depending on the camera format being
used.

AF240FT, AF400FTZ

• These flash units feature a built-in infrared spot­beam to assist the autofocus system in dim light
and low-contrast conditions.
In the Programmed AE, Shutter-Priority AE, or Aper-

•

ture-Priority AE: TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set
automatically even if the flash unit is set to Manual.

• When the flash unit is charged and left unused for
about 5 minutes, the power will automatically be
turned off to save battery power. Pressing the
shutter release button halfway down will restart
charging of the flash unit.

AF200T, AF220T, AF280T, and AF400T

• If the TTL auto mode is selected, these flash units
can be used for daylight-sync shooting, because
the shutter speed is adjusted according to the
ambient brightness. The slower shutter speed var­ies according to the lens focal length. The shutter
speed varies between 1/60 second and a lower
speed which does not cause camera shake. How­ever, when a 645 A-lens is in use, the shutter
speed is set to 1/60 second. The aperture value
will also be fixed but will vary depending on the
ISO of the film being used.

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• When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green,
and yellow settings) mode, the aperture value is
adjusted as shown in the table. When the flash is
fully charged, the shutter speed also varies within
the shutter speed range of 1/60 second to a lower
speed which does not cause camera shake. The
slowest shutter speed varies according to the
lens focal length. When a 645A - lens is used, the
shutter speed will be set to 1/60 second.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

AF200T AF280T AF400T

Red f/2.8 f/4 f/4

Green f/5.6 f/8 f/8

Yellow f/11

with ISO 100

Multi-burst flash with the Pentax dedicated
flash

When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated
flashes, make sure that they are of the same type,
combine Type A with Type B or Type C with Type D.
(refer to the overview of Flash Function on page

71).

Overview of Flash Function

CAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D

After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash-sync speed.

Automatic aperture setting in the Programmed AE Mode or Shutter-Priority AE mode.
Flash confirmation signal in the viewfinder NN
TTL auto flash NNN
Auto flash N*2 N*3 N
Slow-speed sync in the Shutter-Priority AE Mode or Metered Manual Mode NN N*4 N
AF spotbeam NN
Trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash NN
Contrast-control flash mode N

TYPE A: AF500FTZ (*3), AF360FGZ, AF330FTZ TYPE B: AF400FTZ, AF240FT
TYPE C: AF400T, AF280T, AF220T, AF200T, AF080C, AF140C TYPE D: AF200SA, AF201SA

Notes:

*1. When using a Type C flash (except AF220T) in the MS

(Manual Sync) or M (Manual) modes, set the camera's
exposure mode to the Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Man­ual or Bulb. The Program and Aperture-Priority AE
Modes cannot be used because the actual required

aperture value may change.
*2. AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ do not have the auto flash capability.
*3. AF140C and AF080C do not have the auto flash capability.
*4. ln the MS (Manual Sync) or M (Manual) mode, the

Shutter-Priority AE cannot be used because the actual

Using other types of a flash

• Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera.
For the best results, use a Pentax dedicated flash unit.

• Some large studio type flashes may have reversed con­tacts and may not fire with the 645
information, contact the manufacturer or local supplier
of the flash unit. Also, some studio flash units may not
be synchronized properly and a part of the image could
be blacked out by the second shutter curtain. It is rec­ommended, for safety's sake, to use a shutter speed
one step slower than the flash sync speed.

required aperture value may change.

NNNN
NN N*1 N

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

Without Daylight-sync

With Daylight-sync

Daylight- Sync Shooting

Purpose

When taking a portrait in daylight, the subject's face
may be covered by shadow. The use of a flash will
help eliminate the unwanted shadow.

Daylight-sync photography is accomplished in
the same manner as normal flash photography,
so you simply press the shutter release but-ton.

• lf the background is too bright, it may be overex­posed.

Slow-Speed-Sync Shooting

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Purpose

It is possible to balance the exposure of a fore­ground subject against a dimly lit background by
using the flash to properly expose the foreground
subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose the low
light background.

To set
With the Metered Manual Mode set

1. Turn the flash on.

2. Set the camera's exposure mode to the
Metered Manual Mode.

3. Select an appropriate shutter speed (lower
than 1/60 second) and aperture combination
for a correct exposure.

4. Release the shutter.

To s et
With the Shutter-Priority AE Mode set

1. Set the camera's exposure mode to the Shut­ter-Priority AE Mode.

2. Set the desired shutter speed.

• lf the aperture in the viewfinder blinks, a correct

exposure will not be obtained for the background.
Adjust the shutter speed until the blinking stops.

3. Turn the flash on.

4. Take the picture.

• lf the power is on before the desired shutter

speed is selected, the proper exposure for the
back-ground will not be obtained. Be sure to
select the shutter speed before the flash is turned
on.

• ln the slow-speed-sync shooting, use of a tripod is

recommended to prevent camera shake.

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Using the Preview Lever

1 2

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

To confirm the depth of field in the viewfinder, press
the preview lever.

1. Turn the lens aperture ring to a position other

than the b position.

2. Press the preview lever. The aperture will
stop down to the preset value, and the depth
of field can be confirmed through the view­finder.

• The lens aperture is closed down while holding

the preview lever.

• The shutter cannot be released while pressing

the preview lever.

• The depth of field cannot be confirmed with the

lens aperture set to b.

Mirror Lock-up

To s et To cancel 1 To ca nce l 2

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

This camera is equipped with a mirror lock-up function.

To set

1. Set the drive mode selector to q.

2. Press the shutter release button fully to swing up
the mirror.

3. Press the shutter release button again. The shutter
is released.

• The exposure is locked just before the mirror goes up.

• The audible PCV signal's beeping can be enabled and

will be heard with the drive mode selector set to U.

• Mirror lockup cannot be used when using LS lenses

with the lens shutter set.

• Mirror lockup cannot be operated when the batteries are

exhausted or running low. The batteries run out quickly
when using mirror lock-up for long hours.

To cancel

1. With the exposure mode set to the Aperture-Prior­ity AE mode, Metered manual mode or Bulb expo­sure mode:

 Set the Drive mode selector to a position other than

[M.UP] or set the main switch to [OFF].

2. With the exposure mode set to the Programmed AE
or Shutter- Priority AE mode:

 Set the multi-exposure switch to [ON].
 Set the drive mode selector to a position other than

[M.UP] or set the main switch to [OFF].

 Set the multi-exposure switch to the original position.

Note:

Without setting the multi-exposure switch to the ON posi­tion, the film is advanced by 1 frame when the mirror
returns to the original position.

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Pentax Functions

12

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

SETTING PENTAX FUNCTIONS

The camera provides 10 Pentax Functions so you can set the camera according to your preferences.

To set:

1. Turn on the camera. Set the exposure compensation dial to M.

• A Function No. and the setting content will be displayed on the LCD panel.

2. Press the up or down button to display the Pentax Function (No.0 to No.9) you want to set.

3. Press the AE lock button to select the setting content.

4. The Pentax function No. and setting content will be set when the exposure compensation dial is

set to other than M.

• The shutter cannot be released with the exposure compensation dial set to M.

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Resetting the Pentax Function

To reset all the Pentax Functions to the initial settings.

1. Set the exposure compensation dial to M.

2. Hold down the up and down buttons at the same time for more than 2 seconds. N will be dis-

played on the LCD panel and all Pentax Functions are reset to the initial settings.

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Setting Pentax Function

[PF 0] Imprinting the character (capital letters A - G)
If the imprinting is enabled, a capital letter can be
imprinted on the negative.
If the user has more than two cameras, a different let­ter can be set to identify which camera was used with
the film.

Pentax Function No.0

[PF 1] Setting the shutter speed step

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

For use with the Shutter-Priority AE or Metered Man­ual Mode set, the shutter speed step can be set to
either 0.5 or 1 EV step.

Pentax Function No.1

1/2EV step (initial setting)

1.0EV step (follows the shutter speed dial)

[PF 2] Setting the metering timer
The metering will stay on for 10 seconds but can be
changed to 20 or 30 seconds.

Pentax Function No.2

10 seconds (initial setting)

20 seconds

30 seconds

[PF 3] Setting the auto-bracketing sequence
You can set the sequence of the auto-bracketing exposures.

Pentax Function No.3

Proper exposure →
Under exposure →
Over exposure

Under exposure →
Proper exposure →
Over exposure

Over exposure →
Proper exposure →
Under exposure

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[PF 4] Setting the self-timer delay time
The self-timer delay time can be set to 12 sec. or 2
sec. If the 2 sec. self-timer is set, the mirror is locked
up when the shutter release button is pressed and the
shutter will be released after 2 seconds.

Pentax Function No.4

Self-timer delay of 12 sec.
(initial setting)

Self-timer delay of 2 sec.
with mirror lock-up

[PF 5] Setting the exposure compensation step
Set the exposure compensation step 1/3EV or 1/2EV
step.

Pentax Function No.5

Selecting an exposure compensation step of 0.3EV or

0.5EV
1/3EV (initial setting)

1/2EV

With the exposure compensation step is set to 1/2
Exposure compensation can only be set to 1/2 step even
if the exposure compensation dial is set to 1/3 or 2/3 step.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

In the viewfinder, when the 1/2 step is set, two bars are
displayed on the bar graph.

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[PF 6] Enabling/disabling the program line for shift­ing.
The program line of Programmed AE Mode can be
shifted according to your shooting preferences.

Pentax Function No.6

Disabling the programmed
line shift (initial setting)

Enabling the programmed line shift

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

With the programmed line shift enabled

The programmed line is shifted 0.5EV step each time the
up/down button is pressed.
Holding the button will shift the program line continuously.

• The shutter speed increases and the aperture opens up

by pressing the up button. Conversely, the shutter
speed decreases and the aperture closes down by
pressing the down button.

• The shifted shutter speed and aperture value are dis-

played in the viewfinder.

• To cancel the program shift, set the main switch to OFF

or change the exposure mode.

[PF 7] Setting the frame counter indication
The frame counter can be set to a count-up indication
or to a count-down indication.

Pentax Function No.7

Count-up indication
(initial setting)

Count-down indication

[PF 8] Enabling/disabling the display of the number of
films taken and frame counter in the viewfinder
The number of films taken and the frame counter are
displayed in the viewfinder while holding the Auto­bracketing selector to the 6 position.

Pentax Function No.8

Disabling the display in the
viewfinder (initial setting)

Enabling the display in the
viewfinder

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Number of films

How to display

Hold the auto-bracketing selector to the 6 position.
The total number of films taken and the current exposure
counter are displayed in the viewfinder.

Number of

frames

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[PF9] Changing the number of frames taken
Changes the number of recordable frames when a 120 film or 220 film is used.

Pentax Function No.9

The number of recordable frames shown on the LCD panel is varied according to the type of the film holder
attached.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

With 120 film attached With 220 film attached

LCD panel indication

Setting contents

15 or 32 frames (initial setting)
With 120 film holder ... 15 frames
With 220 film holder ... 32 frames

16 or 33 frames
With 120 film holder ... 16 frames
With 220 film holder ... 33 frames

• With 16 or 33 frames set, focus may deteriorate on the 2nd frame taken in the Consecutive-frame mode.

• The number of frames taken can be changed before the 1st frame is taken. After the 1st frame is taken,

the number of frames cannot be changed until the film is removed.

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A number of dedicated accessories are available for this
camera.

• Cable Switch CS-105/CS-130

A shutter release cord designed for use with the 645
and MZ-S. The cable length of CS-105 and CS-130 is
50cm and 3m respectively.

• Release Timer Switch TS-110

A dedicated shutter release device for interval and timer
shooting with 645NII and MZ-S.

• Magnifier 645

A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area
of the viewfinder.

• Refconverter A

A right angle finder which attaches the viewfinder. The
viewfinder magnification can be switched from 1X to 2X.

• AF500FTZ

A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam and
a large guide number of 50 (ISO 100/m). It features
slave-sync flash function, multiple-flash burst, contrast­control-sync flash and leading/trailing-curtain-sync flash
mode.

• AF360FTZ

A P-TTL and TTL auto zoom flash with a built-in AF
spotbeam and a guide number of 36 (ISO 100/m). It fea­tures a bounce-flash capability, slave-sync flash func­tion, contrast control-sync flash, leading/trailing-curtain­sync flash and modeling flash mode.

• AF330FTZ

A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam and

NII

a guide number of 33 (ISO 100/m). It features contrast­control-sync flash sync and leading/trailing-curtain-sync
flash mode.

• AF220T

A TTL Auto flash with a guide number of 22 (ISO 100/
m). It features a bounce-flash capability.

• Hot Shoe Adapter FG, Extension Cord F5P (L) and
Off-Camera-Shoe Adapter.

The adapters and cord allow the AF240FT, AF330FTZ,
AF360FGZ, AF400FTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off
the camera, while maintaining full electronic coupling to
the camera.

• Macro Flash AF140C

A TTL macro flash unit with a guide number of 14 (ISO
100/m).

• Filters

Skylight, Cloudy, UV, Y2, O2, R2, and Circular Polariz­ing Filter are available. Each filter is available in sizes of
49mm, 52mm, 67mm and 77mm.

• Remote Battery Pack 645

The remote battery pack is an accessory to keep batteries
warm when photographing in extremely low temperatures.

• Film back 645

120 film back and 220 film back are available.

• Quick Shoe Adapter QS-20/Quick Shoe Base QS-B1

The camera can be attached or removed from the tripod
in seconds.

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• Interchangeable screen

Four types of focusing screens including the standard focusing screen are available. (Please refer to the
instruction sheets supplied with each screen for changing instructions.)

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

AS-80 (AF Center Spot Matte)

The standard focusing screen for
general photography.

AG-80 (AF Cross-Lined Matte)

Designed to guide picture composi­tions. (9mm grid)

AA-82 (AF Microprism Matte)

For general use, the matte screen with the
microprism.

AB-82 (AF Sprit-Image Matte)

Matte screen with the sprit
image.

AL-80 (AF 9-Segment Matte)

Designed to guide picture compositions.
Nine rectangular areas divided by vertical/horizontal lines.

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Notes on Accessories

When using an ordinary polarizing filter, a half mir­ror incorporated into the autofocus system reduces
the effectiveness of the autofocus function when
used in combination with an ordinary polarizing fil­ter. Use a circular polarizing filter for proper autofo­cus operation.

Double Cable Release

When using the Auto Bellows 645 with this camera,
the double cable release A is required for releasing
the shutter. If your Auto Bellows 645 does not
include the double cable release A, the double
cable release A is available as an optional acces­sory.

How to attach

1. Attach the double cable release so that the end
with the red end ring of the double cable release
is connected to the socket with the red ring in the
lower part of the front board of the Auto Bellows

645.

2. Connect the other end to the shutter release but­ton.

Adjust the double cable release so that when the
double cable release is pushed, the shutter is
released after the lens is fully stopped down. If the
shutter is released before the aperture is fully
stopped down, adjust the cable by extending the
end with the red ring or shortening the other end
connected to the shutter button.

Adjustment procedures

To extend the length, turn the knurled front ring to
the left (when viewed from the top), and then turn
the back knurled ring to the left (when viewed from
the top) while holding the front ring.
To shorten the length, turn the back knurled ring to
the right (when viewed from the top), and then turn
the front knurled ring to the right while holding the
back knurled ring.

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IV.

What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before

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contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items.

HE
RS

The shutter cannot be
released.

The frame counter does not
indicate B.

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Indicators do not appear on
the LCD panel.

The camera does not focus.

Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference

The last frame is exposed and
wound onto the take-up spool.

The main switch is set to r. Set the main switch to i.P.14
The battery warning e appears. Replace the batteries. P.12

The self-timer mode is being set. Cancel the self-timer mode. P.35

The exposure compensation dial is
being set to D, PF or ISO.

The shutter release button is not
pressed after loading the film.

The main switch is set to r. Turn the main switch to i.P.14

No batteries are installed. Install the batteries. P.12

The batteries are improperly
installed

The batteries are dead. Replace the batteries. P.12

AF frame is not placed over the
subject.

The subject is too close.

The focus mode is set to [MF].

The subject is difficult to autofocus.

Troubleshooting

Remove the film from the film back. P.25

Turn the exposure compensation dial
to a position other than D, PF or ISO.

Press the shutter release button
after loading the film.

Install the batteries properly. P.12

Move the camera until the AF frame
l covers the subject.

Increase the camera-to-subject
distance.

Set the lens in the autofocus
position.

Use the focus lock or focus
manually using the matte field.

P.24, P.66,
P. 7 6

P. 2 0

P. 3 6

P. 3 6

P. 3 2

P.60, P.62

Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference

u blinks in the viewfinder.

B blinks on the LCD panel. The camera may be defective.

The subject is too close or difficult to
autofocus.

Use the focus-lock technique or
focus manually using the matte field.

• Press the mid-roll wind-up button
to wind the film, then consult your
Pentax distributor or authorized
Pentax repair shop.

• B indication stays on and battery
warning e blinks even if the mid­roll wind-up button is pressed. In
this situation, replace the batteries
and press the mid-roll wind button
again.

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Typ e: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 6 ✕ 4.5 format SLR camera

Format: 56 ✕ 41.5mm

Usable Film:

Usable Film Speed: ISO 12 - 6400

Exposure Modes:

Shutter:

Lens Mount: Pentax 645 AF mount (645 A-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts)

Compatible Lens: Pentax 645 AF mount, Pentax 645 A-mount

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Autofocus System:

Viewfinder:

Viewfinder Indication:

External LCD panel Indication:

Self-timer:

120 roll film (16 exposures) with 120 film holder, 220 roll film (33 exposures) with 220 film holder and
70mm roll film (about 95 exposures) with 70mm film holder

Programmed AE Mode, Shutter-Priority AE Mode, Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Metered Manual
Mode, Bulb Mode, TTL Flash Mode

Electronically-controlled vertical-run cloth focal-plane shutter, Speed range: (1) Auto 1/1000-30 sec.
(stepless), (2) Manual 1/1000-6 sec.(3) Bulb,

TTL phase-matching multi-(3 points) autofocus system switchable to Spot focusing, AF operational
brightness range: EV - 1 to 18 (at ISO 100), Focus lock available using shutter release button, Focus
Mode: Continuous (predictive AF provided), Single, Manual [MF]

Keplerian telescopic viewfinder with Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen (lnterchangeable focusing
screens available), Field of view: 92% vertical and 93% horizontal, Magnification: 0.76X (with 75mm
lens at infinity), Diopter:-3.5 to + 1.5m

Focus Information: In-focus (Green lamp u is lit), front or back focus signals and unable-to-focus
indicator (Green lamp blinks), Shutter speed indication, Aperture indication, Flash ready indication s
is lit, Bar graph (exposure compensation), Auto bracketing indicator, Over or Under exposure
indication in Manual Exposure Mode, w exposure compensation indication, n AE lock indicator

i = possible to imprint exposure data, e=Battery exhaustion warning, Film speed, ISO indication,
Film counter

Electronically-controlled type with delay time of 12 sec. or 2 sec. delay when mirror lock-up in use.
Start by pressing of shutter release button, Operation confirmation: By PCV beep tone. Cancelable
after operation

Specifications

-1

, 3-point AF frame, Spot AF frame, Spot AF range

Mirror: Instant-return mirror with AF secondary mirror. Mirror lock-up is possible.

Film Loading: 120 and 220 films semi-automatically loaded with a start mark, 70mm film automatically loaded

Film Winding:

Exposure Meter:

Exposure Compensation: ±3.3EV in 0.3EV step increments

Multiple Exposure: Via Multi-exposure switch

Auto bracketing:

Flash sync:

Exposure Data Imprinting:

Pentax Function: 10 user defined functions

Power Source:

Battery Exhaustion Warning:

Dimensions and Weight:

Supplied Accessories:

Auto film winding by built-in motor with single/consecutive mode, Approx.2.0 frames/sec.(consecutive
mode)

TTL dual six-segment metering, Metering range from EV2 to EV21 at ISO100 with 75mm f/2.8 lens,
Center-weighted and Spot metering mode can be set

1/3EV step increments, 2/3EV step increments, 1EV step increments, Possible to use with exposure
compensation

Via Hot shoe with X-sync. contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, X-sync speed at
1/60 sec., Slow shutter speed synchronization possible in Metered Manual Mode, X-sync. socket is
provided, ISO range=25-800

Possible to imprint the exposure data on the outside of the picture frame. Characters, number of
films, frame number, exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture value, exposure compensation,
metering mode and focal length

Six AA-size 1.5V batteries (Alkaline or Lithium battery), an optional Remote battery pack 645 is
attachable with connecting the power cord.

Battery exhaustion symbol e is lit (blinking when the shutter is locked; no indication in the
viewfinder.)

147.0mm(W) ✕ 109.0mm(H) ✕ 117mm(D) (5.8" ✕ 4.3" ✕ 4.6") 1280g (45.2 oz) body only without
batteries.

Body mount cap 645, Rear body cap 645, Release socket cap, Strap D, Large eye cap 645, and Hot
shoe cover FK.

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All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels
are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from
date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to
you within that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid
damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating
instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized
representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written
consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or
consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or
otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives
under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the

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replacement of parts as herein before provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by non­authorized Pentax service facilities.

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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period.

Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to
the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is no repre­sentatives of the manufacturer is your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with
postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment can
be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the equipment is
covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge, and the equipment
will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty,
regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to
be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to
have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged
by the manufacturer's representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your Pentax returned
to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty pol­icy.

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In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender.
To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the
purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing,
please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer's authorized representatives or
their approved repair shops. Unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always
obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge,
instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing.

The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can
supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty
card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distribu-

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tor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.

Statement of FCC Compliance

For Customers in USA

STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE

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 bested 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 not
cause harmful interference to radio or television recep­tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encourage 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
receiver. Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV
technician for help.

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For Customers in Canada

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

Pour les utilisateurs au Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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PENTAX Trading 23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang Road, Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032
(SHANGHAI) Limited CHINA (http://www.pentax.com.cn)

2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.jp)

(http://www.pentax.ch)

Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN (http://www.pentax.se)

(Headquarters)
600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.
(PENTAX Service Department)
12000 Zuni Street, Suite 100B Westminster, Colorado 80234, U.S.A.
(http://www.pentaximaging.com)

✩Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
✩Printed on recycled paper.

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