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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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Thank you for purchasing this Minolta camera. Your camera is an
easy to operate lens shutter camera from Minolta’s line of
Advanced Photo System™ cameras.
This manual is designed to help you understand the operation of
your camera and its functions. Please familiarize yourself with
the names of the controls and their locations on the camera, then
read this manual thoroughly.
Advantages of the Advanced Photo System
Easier to load…
Advanced Photo System cameras use the new IX240 type film. This new
film features drop-in-loading to make loading your camera simple, the first
time, every time. Indicators on the cassette tell you and your camera if the
film is unexposed, partially exposed, exposed, or processed.
VEI, Visual Exposure Indicators
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using
this product.
WARNING
Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use.
• Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures.
• Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble.
• Tape over lithium battery before disposal. Follow local codes for
battery disposal.
• This camera will only load film with the Unexposed ● mark current.
• DEP, Double Exposure Prevention, prevents the camera from
accepting exposed film.
SPECIFICATIONS
Use caution, accidents may occur when using this product
near young children.
Camera Type:
IX240 Lens shutter camera
Lens:
24mm f/4.5
Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from
young children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is
swallowed.
Focusing Range:
0.8m - ∞ (2.6 ft. - ∞)
Film Speed Setting: Automatic setting for ISO100, 200/400
Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if...
• the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the
interior is exposed.
Metering Range (ISO 200):
• the product emits a strange smell, heat, or smoke.
EV6 - EV16
Do not disassemble. Electric shock may occur if a high volt-
age circuit inside the camera is touched. Take your camera
to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
Flash Range (ISO 200):
0.8 - 5.6m (2.6 - 18.2 ft.)
Battery:
CR2 (3V) lithium battery x 1
Battery performance: Approx. 12 rolls with a CR2 lithium cell (based on
Minolta’s standard test method, using 25 exposure
OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND CONDITIONS
film with flash on for 50% of the exposures).
• This camera is designed for use for -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F).
• Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme
temperatures such as the glove compartment of a car.
• At colder temperatures, the data panel response time will be slow; at
higher temperatures, the display will temporarily darken, but will restore
when the temperature normalizes.
Viewfinder:
Magnification 0.64X
Dimensions WxHxD: 110 x 63.5 x 39mm
(4.4 x 2.5 x 1.5 in.)
• Never subject your camera to extreme humidity.
Weight:
155g (5.5 oz.)
• To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed
plastic bag when bringing it from the cold exterior to a warm building.
Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag.
• When photographing in cold weather, we recommend that you keep the
camera and spare batteries inside your coat to keep them warm when
you are not shooting. Cold batteries will regain some of their charge
when they warm up.
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of
printing and are subject to change without notice.
• This camera is not waterproof, dust-proof, or sand-proof; take care
when using it at the beach or near water. Costly or irreparable damage
may occur.
BASIC OPERATION
• Make sure the subject is within the
INSERTING THE BATTERY
Step
I
focus distance of 0.8m - ∞
Your camera uses one 3-volt CR-2 lithium battery to
supply power for all camera operations.
(2.6 ft. - ∞)( I )
.
1. Slide the battery-chamber
release in the direction
indicated and open the battery
chamber (A).
2. Insert the battery into the
chamber with the – side
entering first (B).
3.Center your subject in the focus
frame, then press the shutter-
release button partway down.
• If blinks in the data panel with the shutter-
release button pressed partway down, and
the green flash lamp blinks the flash is
A
J
charging ( J )
.
3. Close the battery-chamber
4.When the green flash lamp glows,
press the shutter-release button
all-the-way down to take the
picture.
B
cover until it clicks.
• To save power, your camera will shut
down if it is not operated for more than
five minutes. Close, then open the lens
cover again to restore power.
• After use, slide the main switch to
to
close the lens cover and turn the camera off.
CHECKING THE BATTERY POWER
FOCUS HOLD
Battery-condition indicator appears even with the camera off (C)
.
When your subject is located outside the focus frame, you can first
lock focus on your subject, then recompose the picture as desired.
:Power is sufficient for all
C
camera operations.
:Power is sufficient, but the
battery will have to be
replaced soon.
1.Center your subject in the focus
K
frame
, then press the shutter-
release button partway down (K).
:Replace the battery.
The shutter will lock until the
battery is replaced.
2.Without lifting your finger, recompose
the picture, then press the shutter-
release button all-the-way down to take
the picture (L).
• Lift your finger from the shutter-release button to
cancel focus hold.
No display: Replace battery or
confirm it is inserted correctly.
L
• The frame counter is resets to when you replace the
battery if film is in the camera.
LOADING THE FILM
Step
Your camera uses IX240 type ISO100-400 speed film
designed for use in Advanced Photo System cameras.
1. Turn the camera upside down
and slide the film-chamber
release in the direction
indicated and open the film-
chamber door (D).
D
REWINDING THE FILM
Step
AUTOMATIC REWIND
2. Insert the film cassette into the
film chamber (E).
Your camera automatically rewinds the film into the cassette after
the last exposure.
E
F
•
This camera will only load film with
the ● mark current.
1. Wait for the film to completely
rewind into the cassette.
M
3. Close the film-chamber door
• The frame counter will count down during
rewind.
until it clicks.
•
will appear in the frame counter and
will blink when the film is rewound (M)
2. Turn the camera upside-down
and press the film-chamber
release.
3. Open the film-chamber door and
remove the film.
• The film’s VEI indicator will be ✖.
• The film will advance to the first frame,
.
then
data panel (F)
• If blinks in the data panel, open the
and
.
will appear in the
chamber, then remove the film.
Your camera cannot load a cassette if
the current VEI(Visual Wxposure
Indicators) is ◗, ✖, or ■.
If a processed (VEI ■) or partially
exposed (VEI ◗) cassette was loaded
into this camera, the VEI has been
changed to ✖.
-
-
FULL AUTO OPERATION
Step
MANUAL REWIND
Use manual rewind to rewind the film before the roll is finished.
1.Slide the lens cover switch
to to open the lens cover
and turn the camera on (G).
2.Use the format switch to
choose the print format (H).
• The viewfinder changes to match
your selection.
1. Gently press the manual rewind
button key on the camera strap
G
N
or similar object (N).
• Start rewind manually if automatic rewind
does not start after you take the number of
exposures specified on the film cassette.
Additional exposures may overlap
.
Hold the camera steady, making
sure your fingers do not cover the
flash. If you are taking a vertically
framed picture, turn the camera so
the flash is on top.
H
2.Follow steps 1- 3 from
automatic rewind.
ADVANCED OPERATION
USING THE MODE BUTTON
CONTINUOUS-DRIVE MODE
In this mode, the camera continuously
The following modes can be selected:
Autoflash ( ),
O
takes picture and advances the film
as long as the shutter-release button
T
Autoflash with red-eye reduction (
Manual fill flash ( ),
Flash cancel ( ),
),
is held down.
• This mode is recommended for use
only in brightly lit scenes.
Use in low-light situation may result in
underexposure.
Night portrait (
),
+
Continuous mode (
) (O) (P).
1. Press the flash-mode button
until
data panel.
• Flash cancel and faster shutter speed is
automatically selected.
is displayed in the
P
When you turn the camera on, the built-
in flash is set to autoflash ( ).
• The range of the built-in flash depends
on the film speed you are using. To
ensure proper exposure, make sure
your subject is within the flash range
2. Press and hold the shutter-
release button all the way
down.
• The camera will release the shutter and
advance the film as long as the shutter-
release button is held down (T).
• Continuous-drive mode remains
selected after the series is complete.
(Q)
.
Q
ISO 200 0.8 - 5.6m (2.6 - 18.2 ft.)
SELF-TIMER
The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately 10
seconds after you press the self-timer button.
ISO 200
1. Place the camera on a
U
tripod, then center your
subject in the focus frame.
2. Press the self-timer button
AUTOFLASH
The flash will fire automatically when the light level is low.
to activate the self-timer.(U)
• The self-timer lamp will glow, then
blink rapidly before the shutter is
released (V).
AUTOFLASH WITH RED-EYE REDUCTION
• To cancel the self-timer, press the
shutter-release button, the self-timer
button, or turn the camera off.
• The self-timer is automatically
canceled after the shutter releases.
• Do not press the self-timer button
while standing in front of the
camera.
Use the red-eye reduction mode to reduce
R
V
the red-eye effect when photographing in
low light situations. The red-eye reduction
lamp will glow for a moment before the flash
fires and the picture is taken (R), (S).
The flash will fire automatically when the
light level is low.
• The self-timer does not operate in
continuous-drive mode.
S
Press the mode button until
CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA
appears in the data panel.
• The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.
CLEANING
• Keep the AF and meter windows clean or the focus and/or exposure
may not be accurate.
MANUAL FILL-FLASH
• If the camera body is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, clean, dry
cloth.
The flash will fire with every shutter release, regardless of lighting. This
• To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then, if
necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe
the lens in a circular motion, starting from the center.
• Never place lens fluid directly on the lens.
• Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.
• Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera.
can be used to reduce harsh, unflattering shadows on your subject’s face.
Press the mode button until
appears in the data panel.
• The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.
FLASH CANCEL
BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS
With flash-cancel, the flash will not fire. This mode should be used when
• Check camera operation carefully or take test photographs.
• Minolta is not responsible for any loss which may occur due to an
equipment malfunction.
photographing twilight scenes, subjects that are beyond the flash range, or
when flash photography is prohibited.
STORAGE
Press the mode button until
appears in the data panel.
When storing the camera for extended periods of time, please
follow these guidelines,
• Shutter speeds may be slow when the flash is canceled. Use of a tripod is
recommended.
• Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and
chemicals. For very long periods, place the camera in an airtight
container with a silica gel drying agent.
• The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.
• Before using after prolonged storage, always check the camera’s
operation to make sure it is functioning properly.
NIGHT PORTRAIT MODE
In night portrait mode, the camera balances the flash and existing light
exposure so you can take beautiful pictures of people at sunset or at
night. The flash is set to manual fill-flash.
QUESTIONS AND SERVICE
• If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera
dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.
Press the mode button until
• The shutter speed will be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.
• The flash mode will return to autoflash after the shutter is released.
appears in the data panel.
• Do not open the film chamber or forcefully remove the cassette if the
film cannot be rewound. Contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility.
• Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact an authorized
Minolta Service Facility for details.
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