Pentax MZ-60 User Manual

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OPERATING MANUAL

BASIC OPERATION

(PREPARATION)

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BASIC OPERATION

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ADVANCED OPERATIONS

OTHERS

Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcome
to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! This
compact and lightweight camera is an autofocus SLR camera
that offers higher levels of sophistication and performance.
Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies and
highly accurate automation, this camera will perform superbly for
the most exacting photographer.

• Read this instruction manual carefully to get a full explanation of operations
before use.

• Illustrations in this operating manual are the data function.

The camera does not operate when a lens with the following
conditions attached.

1.When a lens that does not have the A position on the

aperture ring is attached.

2.When an F, FA or A lens is attached with the aperture ring

set other than the A position.

3.When any accessory mentioned on page 74 is used

between the camera and an F, FA or A lens.

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.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

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

This mark indicates precautions that, if not

WARNING:
CAUTION:

WARNING

• The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage
working parts. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself.

• Never touch internal parts of the camera if they become exposed
from dropping the camera or for some other reason, as there is
danger of an electric shock.

• 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 may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g.: shutter
curtains, etc.)

• Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed.

followed, could result in serious injury to the
person.

This mark indicates precautions that, if not

followed, could result in minor or medium
injury to the person or damage to the
equipment.

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CAUTION

• Do not use the flash near anyone's eyes, as it may hurt them. Be
particularly careful with the flash around infants.

• 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.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA

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. If 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 inter ior 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
icelets may cause damage.In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic
bag so that any changes in 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 moth balls or in an area 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.

• Electr ical 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

Other precautions

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

• 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 necessar y due to usage of this product in an industr ial 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 any 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 the "Precautions for Your Camera" section
or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined in this manual,
charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will be provided.

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE

• Use two 3V lithium batter ies (CR2 type).

• Misuse of the batter y can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating,
explosion, etc.The battery should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+
and -) marked on the battery and the camera.

• Batter y 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.

• If the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery may become warm, but it
does not mean that the battery is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteristics.

• Replace the batter ies at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old
battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or overheating.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE . . . . . . . . . . .3

TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

NAMES OF WORKING PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

LCD PANEL INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES . .12

HOW TO USE THIS OPERATION MANUAL . . . . . . . .14

BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 17

STEP1. ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP . . . . . . . .18

STEP2. LOADING THE BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

• BATTERY LIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

• IF THE BATTERY IS EXHAUSTED . . . . . . . . . . .22

STEP3.TURNING ON THE POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

STEP4. SETTING THE DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

STEP5. ADJUSTING DATE AND TIME . . . . . . . . . . . .26

STEP6. ATTACHING THE LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

STEP7. FILM LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

STEP8.

OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON

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BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 33

Step 1. SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE . . . .34

Step 2. SET THE AUTO POP-UP FLASH . . . . . . . . . .35

Step 3. SET THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE . . . .36

Step 4. SET THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF . . . . . .37

Step 5. USING THE ZOOM LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Step 6. HOLDING THE CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Step 7.TAKING A PICTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Step 8. UNLODING A FILM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Step 9. REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL . . . . . . . . .43

ADVANCED OPERATIONS XX

SELECTING A DRIVE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-50

CONSECUTIVE-FRAME DRIVE MODE . . . . . . . .46

SELF-TIMER MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

AUTO BRACKET EXPOSURE MODE . . . . . . . . . .49

SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . .51-58

STANDARD PROGRAM MODE . . . . . . . . . . .53

PORTRAIT PROGRAM MODE . . . . . . . . . . .54

LANDSCAPE PROGRAM MODE . . . . . . . . . .55

ACTION PROGRAM MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

CLOSE-UP PROGRAM MODE . . . . . . . . . . .57

NIGHT-SCENE PROGRAM MODE . . . . . .5859

EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED . . . 61

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SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODES . . . .61-69

APERTURE- PRIORITY AE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . .61

SHUTTER- PRIORITY AE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

METERED MANUAL MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

AE LOCK FNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

MANUAL FOCUSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

HARD-TO-AUTOFOFUS SUBJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY . . . . .87

USING BUILT-IN FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

SELECTING THE V ARIOUS BUILT-IN FLASH MODES

RED-EYE REDUCTION FLASH FUNCTION . . . . .76

ABOUT RED-EYE PHENOMENON . . . . . . . . . . . .76

FLASH EFFECTIVE RANGE FOR THE PICTURE

MODE WITH ISO 100 (400) FILM USED . . . . . . . .77

MANUAL POP UP THE BUILT-IN FLASH . . . . . . . . . .78

FLASH OFF MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

DAYLIGHT-SYNC SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

ADVANCED OPERATION FOR BUILT-IN FLASH . . . .82

COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH

THE BUILT-IN FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH . . . . . . . .90

SLOW-SPED=SYNC SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

OTHERS XX

ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX

PROGRAM LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX

STANDARD PROGRAM MODE
NIGHT-SCENE PROGRAM MODE WITHOUT FLASH
PORTRAIT ROGRAM MODE
LANDSCAPE PROGRAM MODE
CLOSE-UP PROGRAM MODE
ACTION PROGRAM MODE

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX

WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX

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NAMES OF WORKING PARTS

Main switch (p.16)

Select dial

Shutter
release
button

Lens mount
index

Film information
window

Lens unlock
button (p.14)

Built-in flash

Mirror

Lens information
contacts

Strap lug (p.11)

AV button

Focus mode
switch (p.27,58)

AF coupler

Back cover

Battery
chamber
cover (p.12)

Back cover
release lever
(p.18)

Battery cover
screw (p.12)

Tripod socket

Hot shoe LCD panel

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Drive mode button
(p.38,40)

Flash mode
button (p.25)

Exposure mode button

Date mode button

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AE lock
button
(p.57)

Flash pop
up button

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: Flash status information
(p. 25, 36)
: Flash off information
(p. 26)
: Red-eye reduction flash

indication (p. 32)

: Automatic flash

information (p. 25)

: Manual-set film speed

(p. 64)
: Shutter speed
: Battery exhaustion

warning (p.13)
: Consecutive shooting

(p.38)

: Date mode
: Exposure mode/

AV,TV select pointer

: Self-timer

(p.38)

: 2 seconds self-timer
: Aperture value
: Auto bracket exposure

(p.55)

: Film status information

(p.20,21)

: Exposure counter
: Day/time

LCD PANEL INDICATION

All indications will not actually appear simultaneously as shown.

LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display)

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

: AF frame (p. 30)

: Flash status information

(p. 32, 36)

: AE lock (p. 57)

: Focus indicator (p. 59)
: Over exposure
: Correct exposure

: Under exposure

VIEWFINDER INDICATION

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QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING

1 Loading the batteries

Open the battery cover and load
two CR2 Lithium batteries.

See page xx

2 Set the date and time

You can skip this step if you do
not imprint the data at this time.
The date and time should be
adjusted after loading the
batteries. See page xx

3 Attaching the lens

Align the red dots on the camera
and lens mounts.Turn the lens to
clockwise until it clicks in place.

See page xx

4 Set the lens aperture ring to

position

This camera does not work other
than position. See page xx

5 Turn the power switch ON.

Depress the main switch button.

See page xx

6 Set the exposure mode to

Standard program mode.

Move the select lever to set the
pointer to while
depressing the exposure mode
button.

See page xx

7 Loading the film.

See page xx

8 Set to the Autofocus

Set the focus mode switch to

in down position.

See page xx

9 Compose the subject by

turning the zoom ring.

See page xx

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Adjust the focus and take a picture.

Frame the subject in the focus
frame and depress the
shutter release button. Auto
flash pops up automatically if it
necessary.See page xx

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Power zoom
Image size tracking
Zoom clip
Auto zoom effect
Picture Mode
Aperture-Priority AE
Shutter-Priority AE
Metered Manual
Auto-popup built-in flash mode *4
Programmed TTL Auto Flash
TTL Auto Flash
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Function Lens FA lens F lens

[Mount type] [KAF2] *1 [KAF] *1
Autofocus (Lens only)
Manual focus (with FI) *2

(with Matte field)

*3 *3

CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE
WITH V ARIOUS LENSES

Notes:
*1. As an F/FA 85mm f/2.8 Soft lenses and FA 28mm f/2.8 soft lens do not have the

position on the aperture ring, the shutter cannot be released.
*2. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (FI) in the viewfinder.
*3. Lenses with a maximum aper ture of f/5.6 or larger.
*4. Only works when the picture mode is selected.

MEMO

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• KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are designed to work with the Autofocus SLR
camera.

• The A, F, and FA lenses have the (auto) position on the lens aperture ring.

The camera will not operate when a lens with following condition.

1.When a lens, which does not have the position on the

aperture ring is attached.

2.When an F, FA or A lens is attached with aperture ring set

other than the position.

3.The accessor ies for close-up photography are attached.

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HO W TO USE THIS OPERA TING
MANU AL

This manual is organized into the following sections.

Basic Operation (Preparation)

—>Page xx

Basic Operation ( Shooting )

—>Page xx

Advanced Operations

—>Page xx

Other information

—>Page xx

If you like to begin taking
pictures with this new camera as
soon as possible, read section
1and 2, "BASIC
OPERATION(PREPARATION)"
and " BASIC OPERATION
(SHOOTING)".
These sections introduce only
the basic functions of this
camera.

More detailed information can
be found in the section 3 and
the section 4.

BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)

Step 1 PATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP . . . . . .18

Step 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Step 4 SETTING THE DATA BACK . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Step 5 IMPRINTING THE DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Step 6 ATTACHING THE LENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Step 7 FILM LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Step 8 OPRATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE

BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

(PREPARATION)

BASIC OPERATION

(SHOOTING)

BASIC OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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Step 1

ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP

1 Pass the end of the strap

through the strap lug from
underneath, and then pass
the strap through the clasp
from underneath as
illustrated.

2 Follow the same procedure

to attach the other end of
the strap to the other strap
lug.

MEMO

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• The strap has pockets that can store the viewfinder cap, hot shoe cover or any
other small accessory as illustrated.

Step 2

LO ADING THE BA TTERIES

1 Open the battery chamber

cover by turning it to
counterclockwise with a
coin, etc. as shown in the
illustration.

2 Load two 3V lithium

batteries (CR2) or equivalent
into the battery chamber
with positive (+) contacts of
the batteries pointing up as
shown in the illustration.

3 Push in the battery chamber

cover firmly and use a coin
to turn the cover clockwise
to lock securely.

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BASIC OPERATION

(SHOOTING)

BASIC OPERATION

4 If the batteries are removed,

date indicates [-----] that no
data will be imprinted.
See page xx for setting the
date and time.

MEMO

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• The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries
were removed.

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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Self-timer Drive mode

Single frame

Red-Eye-Reduction
flash

Off

Auto pop up flash

On

LOADING THE BA TTERIES

MEMO

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• Be sure to use two Lithium batteries CR2 or equivalents.

• Both the camera function and the data imprinting function to keep constant track

of time use the batteries.

• The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is also available for this camera instead of
using the lithium batteries.

• Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not mix batter y brands, type or an old
battery with a new one.

• When the batteries were replaced, date mode will be re-set and the following
camera settings will take effect.
All other settings will remain unchanged

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

MEMO

Battery Life using 24-exposure film rolls

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General existing light photography Approx. 120 rolls Approx. 30 rolls
Flash photography (

using flash 50% of the times

) Approx. 20 rolls Approx. 15 rolls

Flash photography (

using flash 100% of the times

) Approx. 12 rolls Approx. 5 rolls

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• CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions.

• Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of

autofocus, built-in flash and external conditions such as temperature and
freshness of the battery.

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

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BASIC OPERATION

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BASIC OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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LOADING THE BA TTERIES

Low Battery Warning

When the batteries are nearly
exhausted, the batter y symbol

appears on the LCD panel
to warn you. Replace the
batteries as soon as possible.

MEMO

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• See page 19 for loading 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 batter ies as soon as
possible.

• When the low battery warning starts blinking, the shutter cannot be released

and no indication in the viewfinder.

Step 3

TURNING ON THE POWER

1 Turn the power ON

Push the main switch button
to turn ON.

2 Turn the power OFF

Push the main switch button again to turn OFF.

MEMO

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• Be sure to turn the main switch OFF to prevent accidental battery drain when not
in used.

• If the camera is ON and left unused for over 3 minutes, the power is tuned OFF
automatically.

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BASIC OPERATION

(SHOOTING)

BASIC OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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Step 4

ADJUSTING THE DA TE AND TIME

1 Turn the power ON and depress

the [DATE] button to display
date mode on the LCD panel.

2 Keep depressing the [DATE]

button for 3 seconds on the
date mode display, the "year"
digits will start to blink.

3 Each time the [DATE] button is

depressed, the blinking digits
change in the following order:
Year-Month-Day-Hour-Minute-: .
Select the desired digits.

4 Move the Select dial to right or

left to change the digits that
you wish to change the blinking
digits.
The digits increase by one each
time the select dial is moved to
right and the digits decreased
by it’s moved to left.
Holding the select dial for about
one second will change the
digits rapidly.

5 After the data has been changed, depress the

[DATE] button each time until blinking stops.

6 Depress the [DATE] button to select your date

mode that you wish to imprint on your pictures.

MEMO

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Depress the [DATE] button in synchronize with a time signal to set the second to
zero while ( : ) is blinking.

Operational precautions

• The working temperature for data printing is 0°C – 50°C (32F – 122F).

• Use DX-coded films with ISO rating from 25 – 5000.

• If high-speed film with an ISO rating of1000 or faster is used, the imprinted

characters may blur.

• If film with ISO rating of 50 or slower is used, the printed characters may be dark
or dim.

• If you release the shutter while the blinking data is being corrected, the data
cannot be imprinted.

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BASIC OPERATION

(SHOOTING)

BASIC OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

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Step 5

SETTING THE DA T A BA CK

The DATE model records date information on your pictures
clearly on each frame that you expose.

Selecting the date mode

1 At each depress of the

[DATE] button, the display
on the LCD panel changes
as follows.
mode)→(Av/Tv)

(Av/Tv)→(Date

2 While the date mode is

displayed, at each depress
of the [DATE] button as
shown in the illustration, the
date mode on the LCD panel
of the data changes as
indicated in the chart.

(Year Month Day)

(Day Hour Minute)

(No data imprinted)

(Month Day Year)

(Day Month Year)

MEMO

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• [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month".

• Year 2000 will imprint " 00 " on pictures.

• [ -- -- -- ] indicates that no data will be imprinted.

• If there is a white or yellow object in the left bottom corner of the picture where

the data is imprinting, the data may be difficult to read.When composing your
picture, try to avoid brightly colored subject in that corner.

• The data operates on power for the 6V lithium battery camera.If the camera
batteries were removed or replaced, data setting will be initialized to "[ -- -- -- ] no
data imprinted ", need to adjust the date and time.

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BASIC OPERATION

(SHOOTING)

BASIC OPERATION

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

OTHERS

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Step 6

A TT A CHING THE LENS

1 Remove the body mount cap

1 and rear lens cap 2.

2 Align the red dots on the

lens and camera while
mounting the lens to the
camera body, then turn the
lens clockwise until it clicks
in place.

3 To remove the front lens

cap, squeeze the tabs on
both sides in the direction
of the arrow.

4 To remove the lens, hold

down the lens unlock button
and turn the lens
counterclockwise.