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Control parts of the PRAKTICA super TL - Special Features of the PRAKTICA super TL - Internal Measuring System of the
PRAKTICA super TL - How the PRAKTICA super TL works - Abridged instructions - Opening the camera back - Inserting
the film - Closing the camera back - Setting the film speed - Type of film and length of film - Preparing for the exposure -
Setting the exposure speed - Setting the diaphragm - Automatic exposure system - Focusing - Releasing and cocking the
shutter - Changing the film - Exchanging lenses - Flash exposures - Exchanging the power source - Maintenance of
camera and lens - Accessories
While congratulating you on having acquired a PRAKTICA super TL, we would also request you to treat your camera
kindly. Please take your time and read these Instructions for Use carefully.
Although of very rigid build, the PRAKTICA super TL is, nevertheless, a mechanical-optical precision instrument. Handled
with care, it will reward you, even when subjected to rigorous conditions, by giving you beautiful photos.
On the inside cover pages you will find specified illustrations. The reference numbers in the text are printed in
parentheses.
Control parts of the PRAKTICA super TL
1 Film speed indicator
2 Latch for camera back
3 Meter key
4 Distance setting ring
5 Depth-of-field indicator
6 Diaphragm setting ring
7 Length-of-film reminder dial
8 Rewind crank
9 Cocking lever
10 Rewind release knob
11 Film type reminder dial
12 Exposure counter
13 Shutter release
14 Setting knob for shutter speeds
15 Dial showing film speeds
16 Exposure speed index
17 Flash socket
18 Rewind knob
19 Camera back
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Summary of Contents for Praktica Super TL
- Page 1 If the 2nd half of the pictures won't load for you the first time, please hit "refresh" and they'll continue downloading. Control parts of the PRAKTICA super TL - Special Features of the PRAKTICA super TL - Internal Measuring System of the...
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Page 2: Meter Key
Special Features of the PRAKTICA super TL The PRAKTICA super TL is the converging point of the modern PRAKTICA single-lens reflex system. Key to this new system is photography is a newly devised method of automatic exposure based on the principle of internally measuring the light in the path of rays by means of a photo resistor. -
Page 3: Distance Setting Ring
Pressure on the meter key closes the measuring circuit. How the PRAKTICA super TL works When the shutter release is depressed the instant return mirror moves out of its viewing position into picture taking position. At the same... -
Page 4: Diaphragm Setting Ring
They are, however, not a substitute for the valuable information which you will only be able to gain by reading the complete instructions. A) Opening the camera back Push latch (2) for camera back in direction of arrow. Open camera back, and the www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html 4/18... -
Page 5: Inserting The Film
B) Inserting the film The PRAKTICA super TL accepts any type of perforated 35 mm film in commercially available standard cartridges. The cartridges contain film lengths for 36 or 20 exposures in the 24 X 36 mm picture format - either on black-and-white film, on colour negative film for colour prints, or on colour reversal film for colour transparencies. -
Page 6: Length-Of-Film Reminder Dial
Rewind knob (18) moves simultaneously in anti- clockwise direction. The automatic exposure counter (12) now stands on frame number 1. Special setting of the exposure counter is not necessary since it starts working automatically when the camera back is closed. www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html 6/18... - Page 7 H) Setting the diaphragm On the lenses with automatic pressure diaphragm in the PRAKTICA super TL the desired aperture numeral on the diaphragm setting ring (6) need only to be brought to meet the red index on the lens mount. The diaphragm closes automatically when the shutter release is depressed.
- Page 8 I) Automatic exposure system If lenses with automatic pressure diaphragm are being used, two ways of metering are possible with the automatic exposure system of the PRAKTICA super TL. Exposure reading with shutter speed preselected (e. g. for objects in motion)
- Page 9 K) Focusing The prism viewfinder of the PRAKTICA super TL is fitted with a Fresnel lens to brighten up the image. Focusing is performed by rotating the distance setting ring (4) on the lens mount.
- Page 10 3. If signal is visible in viewfinder, the camera is not ready for exposing! Cock the shutter. When taking your picture we advise you to hold your PRAKTICA super TL so that it lies firmly in both hands and you are able to actuate the shutter release (13) comfortably.
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Page 11: Cocking Lever
The film can then be rewound as described above. N) Exchanging lenses The PRAKTICA super TL lenses are interchangeable regardless of their distance and aperture adjustability. Take hold of the lens mount, as shown in the illustration, and turn it in anticlockwise direction. The exchange lens is inserted www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html... -
Page 12: Interchangeable Lenses
The camera accepts all the lenses with PRAKTICA fitting (screw thread M 42 X 1) with focal lengths from 20 mm to 1000 Focusing, in connection with all the interchangeable lenses, is performed in the prism finder of the PRAKTICA super TL. - Page 13 Perfect functioning and lasting service of your PRAKTICA super TL depend very largely on careful maintenance and proper handling of the camera. The PRAKTICA super TL is a highly valuable precision instrument. It must, therefore, be protected against shock and dust. (Use everready case).
- Page 14 Everready case It protects valuable PRAKTICA super TL from dust and shock. Carrying Strap, adjustable To be recommended if you are using your PRAKTICA super TL without the everready case, e. g. in combination with a flash unit. Filters For correct rendition of colour values and special effects in black-and-white photography.
- Page 15 For persons with faulty eyesight, to replace their Keeps out stray light during focusing. spectacles. Focusing Telescope Yields an additional 2.7 fold magnification of part of the finder image. Adjustable to faulty eyesight by means of a dioptre www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html 15/18...
- Page 16 Intermediate rings with Plunger Permit maintaining operation of the automatic pressure diaphragm while extengind scale of reproduction. Universal Tripod Extremely rigid, permits varying positions of camera from close to ground up to approximately eye level. Adjustable column server as camera support. www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html 16/18...
- Page 17 Focusing Slide Of great advantage in close-up work on the universal tripod. Makes it possible to adjust the distance between camera and subject without having to move the tripod. Micro Attachment Piece For connecting camera and microscope. www.praktica-users.com/cams/nova/supertlmanual.html 17/18...
- Page 18 We ask you kindly to follow these Instructions for Use carefully. We can accept no liability for any damage which may be caused by improper handling of the equipment. Further development of the PRAKTICA super TL and its accessories may lead to slight alterations of the details given in this booklet.