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Nikon Digital Still Camera §~ff~gs Instruction Manual...
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WARNING reduce the expose this product to rain or CAUTION; TO REDUCE THE REMOVE COVER (OR NO USER·SERVICEABLE PARTS REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol £ uninsulated enclosure risk of electric shock This symbol important • instructions in the literature accompanying the ATTENTION CONTAINS NICKEL-CADMIUM DISPOSED OF...
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For customers in the U.S.A. WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection inst harmful interference in a residential installation equipment generates energy and if not installed and used...
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: EN55022: 1987 Class EN50082-1 IEC801-2: IEC801-3 IEC801-4 EMC Directive (73/23/EEC). Nikon UK Limited Nikon House Kingston, Surrey KT2 5PR, UK Nikon appareil photo numerique E2/E2s Nikon Corporation Fuji Bldg Chiyoda-ku Tokyo Richmond Road Still Camera E2/E2s 1991 4kVCD 8kVAD...
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Kingston, Place Lieu EN55022: 1987 Classe B EN50082-1 IEC801-2: 1991 4kVCD,8kVAD IEC801-3 IEC801-4 CEE (89/3,36/EEC) et (73/23/EEC), UK Limited Nikon Nikon House, 380 Kingston, Surrey KT2 5PR folgende Produkt Nikon Digital Still Nikon Corporation Fuji Bldg " 2-3, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo...
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- - - --tlI H-ta --tJ\\, , r.::,, _ _ _ -----l~ MODE (exposure mode) button Metering system Exposure Compensation SENS (sensitivity Main dial lock-release button (See page Shutter release button (See page 30.) Main dial (L, S, C, SD* Command dial (See page 27.) AF-L (Auto Focus AF/AE-L (double...
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Image memory card Camera back (incorporating the (See page 24.) Battery eject lever (See page 21.) Tripod socket 'Nikon send function camera. lock) button (See page 46 .) E. Trig (External Triggering) terminal button (See page 23.) transfer) button* 50.)
We hope that you will enjoy using this professional Nikon product and that it will help you expand your professional opportunities in would appreciate hearing about your experience with your...
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Use only Nikon-approved equipment This camera has been designed for use in speedlights and accessories. -Using lenses or accessories other than those specified by Nikon may adversely affect the camera and cause Please refer to chart for • Note on copyright Television programs, films, copyrighted.
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Description of acronyms NTSC ... National telecasting specifications adopted mainly in Japan and the U.S Phase Alternation Line adopted mainly by European countries and China. Joint Photographic Experts JPEG of the ISO and the CCID promoting standard specifications for a graphic file coded compression system.
Contents WARNING ··· · ····· Nomenclature· Foreword ···································· About this manual ... General recommendations Description of acronyms· System chart················ Major features· Viewfinder indications panel indications' Dedicated accessories· Preparations for taking pictures Mounting removing Installing removing Checking battery power· Setting and checki Inserting Image...
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External synchro-flash shooting Remote photography (general)· Flash photography Available Nikon Speedlights Flash modes available with Notes on using the Speedlight Taking flash pictures in TTL auto flash mode· .. Taking pictures in rear-curtain Controls in detail Usable lenses·...
Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 Card D ri - ve- --t;;:==::;;.l----. ED-10 Personal computer Image Memory Card EC-15 Personal computer ~[Fl\ EG-10 TV monitor External Sync Adaptor X-10 'E'" Quick Charger c::::J EH-1 (EH-2) Data transfer Modem power outlet Nikon product...
ED-10 or a computer with a bu ilt-in PC card slot. • AF and AE controls High performance Nikon F4 series camera-based AF and AE contro Various interchangeable Nikon F-mount lenses Most F-mount AF Nikkor and AI-type Nikkor lenses for Nikon 35mm...
This typical • is common years. When the LCD in your E2/E2s be replaced by the Nikon Service Center for a fee. • See pages 85-86 fo ,----------------- : - - - - - - - O'lg~~g f---"n ~---------------...
Dedicated accessories The fo llowing accessories are not included with the E2/E2s, but are requ ired for proper operation of the camera -See page 87 for other optional accessories . • Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 The EN-1 the dedicated NiCd battery pack for this camera.
Mounting and removing the lens Only the Nikkor lenses which are used with the E2/E2s. sure to the Main dial to L. -Be careful not touch, smear or cause camera malfunction. soft, clean, cloth. Removing the body cap Rotate the body...
Installing and removing the battery Use the Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 was not charged when shipped from the factory. You must charge the battery fu page 83.) Never touch the battery pack 's metal port with another metal -Be sure to set the Main dial to pack.
Checking battery power sure check fresh battery pack or prior to taking photographs avoid acciden tal fai lure. Set the Main dial to any position other than L. Confirm that the indicators appear in the LCD panel and inside the viewfinder While pressing Main dial lock-release...
Setting and checking date and time You can check the current data by pushing the display in th Year, Month, button. To correct the data, -You cannot check and adjust the data when the Main dial is set to Press the shutter release button halfway and push the DATE button.
Inserting the Image Memory Card Use the Nikon Image initialize the rd before - The Image Memory Card EC-15 the PCMCIA Rei. 2.1 and -See page for details on the Inserting the Image Memory Card Opening the camera back Holding...
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CAUTION • If no memory card is inserted Memory Card indicator and the viewfinder blinks as a warning. You should then insert an • To confirm that an Image Memory Card is inserted, look the Image Memory Card confirmation window . •...
Basic camera seHings The following lens type and settings selection provide highly You may use any usalbe Nikkor lens or make any combination of settings according to your preferences or picture taking • Lens: • Exposure mode: • Metering system: •...
Selecting Programmed Auto mode Programmed Auto is ideal for quick operation and is the simplest method for exposure control. Use this mode for most general photographic situations. Set the focus mode to Rotate the focus mode selector to S (Single Servo Autofocus).
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Selecting Programmed Auto mode Set the image quality to NORMAL Keeping the QUALITY button pressed rotate the command quality to NORMAL. -See page 37 for details on image Set the white balance to While pressing the W.Bal button, rotate the command dial to (auto)
Holding the camera and composing the picture Adjust the eyepoint You can select the best viewing position by adjusting the eye point. Eyeglass wearers will benefit from pushing in the eyepiece, while others can pull the eyepiece out for better viewing To pull the eyepiece out, eyepiece ring counter-clockwise until it comes off the thread...
Focusing and shooting Set the Main dial to any position other than and press the shutter release button halfway. Confirm that th in-focus indicator appears in th viewfinder In autofocus mode, the lens focusing ring when shooting • NOTE Shutter release operation •...
Playing back the pictures camera has a bui lt-in video you to immediate ly playback the exposed images on a monitor with a video input terminal. Both NTSC and PAL color television systems are available with this camera See page 48 for switching from the Connect the camera to a TV monitor.
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Playing back the pictures When finished to L. Camera power will turn after approx 3 minutes when in use. recommend dial to L to conserve battery power. rotate the Main dial OFF automatically camera is setting the Main...
16 seconds New settings for this camera In most ways this camera is no different than other Nikon professional 35 mm SLR cameras However this camera differs in one significant way: you are no longer creating an image on film...
Setting the frame advance mode The Main dial turns the power ON and OFF, and se lects shooting, data transfer and p layback modes Whi le pressing the Main dial lock- release button, rotate the Main dial to the des ired mode. -Make sure that the Main dial clicks into position.
Setting the exposure mode This camera offers four Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority (A) and Manual (M). -If no lens is mounted, exposure mode indicator blinks in the viewfinder to alert Set the Main dial to either S, C press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the command pressing the MODE (exposure mode)
Setting the metering systems This camera features three types systems-Matrix Metering Metering. Rotate the command dial while pressing Metering system button -The metering system indicators in panel appear sequence r·l : Matrix Metering Data on scene brightness and contrast are camera's 5-segment advanced these data, the camera's built-in computer correct exposure even...
Setting image quality Depending effect modes are provided with image quality mode are detail while pictures taken at the Basic quality due high be shot using the Basic mode than the Hi mode uncompressed images take up a memory space (see While pressing the QUALITY button...
Adjusting white balance In ord er to ensure mode and five manual white ba lance modes are provided with this camera For most scenes mode Choose the manual modes for particu lar lighting situations. recommend that you experiment with the various settings until you -When using...
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Adjusting white balance CAUTION In the following situations, not function. • Taking pictures where the illumination at the camera and subject differs such as inside a room • Taking pictures in mixed pictures at a party with • Taking pictures in special light sources. lamps or other special •...
NOTE Sensitivity and film speed This camera 's shooting sensitivity 800 and 1600. Equivalent calculated based traditional film to digital, brightness the E2 might use f/6.7 equivalent to f/28 levels equivalent to film selected. outside in bright weather, and "HIGH"...
Setting the focus mode This camera provides two autofocus modes-Single Servo Autofocus (S) and Continuous Servo Autofocus (C)- and a Manual Focus mode (M) selected by selector to S, Cor M. S : Single Servo Autofocus Lightly press the shutter release button the shutter can only be released when the subject is in...
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Viewfinder indications in autofocus modes (5 • subject Autofocus is not possible the lens closest subject focus subject focus • CAUTION Keep your fingers off the lens focusing ring when shooting in autofocus modes (S, C) automatically. in-focus. subject focusing distance out of focus and area out of...
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Setting the focus mode M: Manual Focus mode In this mode, there are assuring precise manual the Electronic Rangefinder viewfinder's clear matte shutter release button can depressed fully anytime. • Manual focus with the viewfinder 's clear matte field Rotate the lens focusing focus subject...
Setting the six basic modes simultaneously Press MODE button and SENS button simultaneously for at least 2 seconds the camera settings are automatically reset for basic shooting as shown below Exposure mode Metering system Image quality White balance Sensitivity Exposure compensation Command lock is cancelled.
Command lock In S (Shutter-Priority (Manual) exposure aperture value. command lock to prevent caused accidentally In S or M mode While pressing the CMNO-L the command dial either direction, and the shutter speed will be appearing next to the shutter speed in the panel.
Playing back pictures Besides being able mon itor through a video can easi ly be downloaded to a Nikon PC Card Drive ED-10 or other digital processing equipment. manual will mon itor on ly. For details on other systems, equipment.
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Playing back pictures When finished rotate the Main dial playback function automatically stops after 3 minutes when the camera and then the power turns OFF after a further 16 seconds the Main dial to L to power Switching the NTSC/PAL systems Both NTSC color camera, You can switch...
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To change on-screen data, rotate the command MODE button du ring playback of On-screen data appears LCD pane dSP 0 dSP 1 Long play playback method You can playback continuously charged battery pack (EN- 1). If you want to playback for a much longer period time use the...
Erasing data in the Image Memory Card There two ways to Memory Card Erasing the data frame by frame Initializing the memory 1. Deleting data frame by frame Lightly press the shutter release within seconds, push the ERASE LAST buttons simultaneously and least 1 second.
Advanced photography In this section we provide some useful information on a variety of photographic techniques. page for detai ls on Programmed Auto operation...
Shutler-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Set the MODE button to S. Press e shutter release button lightly. Rotate the command MODE button. Set the shutter speed. Rotate the command speed. -You can set shutter speeds from 1/2000 sec. in -The selected shutter speed appears in viewfinder Compose the picture and press the shutter release button...
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Set the exposure mode to Press the shutter release button lightly Rotate the command MODE button Set the aperture value. Rotate the aperture dial to valu You can set aperture values from f16.7 38 in step increments selected aperture value appears in viewfinder...
Manual Exposure Mode Set the exposure to M Press the shutter release button Rotate the command MODE button. Compose the picture Set the shutter speed Rotate the command speed. -You can set shutter speeds from 1/8 to 1/2000 sec. in 1/2 step The selected shutter speed appears the viewfinder and the LCD Set the aperture value.
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Press the shutter release button lightly. Set shutter speed and aperture manually referring to the exposure indicators. Using exposure indicators exposure indicators in the camera measured exposure .:!:.o- .:!:.2- Check the focus and depress the shutter release button viewfinder monitor differences between the in- valu e and that...
Exposure compensation When shooting an extremely contrasts markedly with the background, or if you identify an extreme condition which might prove difficult for Matrix metering, we recommend using Four exposure compensation methods are available with 1. Using AE-L (Auto Using AF/AE-L (double lock) Using Exposure Using Manual Exposure...
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Lightly press the shutter release button and press the AE-L button. Confirm that no exposure warning appears and press the AE-L -You can remove your finger shutter release button, value is kept stored long as the AE-L button remains depressed. can change speed in S mode and mode.
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Exposure compensation Using Exposure Compensation Set the metering system We recommend using Spot Metering Set the exposure compensation value. Rotate the command exposure compensation can compensate exposure range of +2.0 increments.) -Rotate command value ) when and decrease the value (+) when the background Remove your finger from the exposure compensation button.
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Using Manual Exposure Set the exposure mode to M. Set the metering system We recommend using Center-Weighted Metering or Spot Metering. Center the main subject inside the viewfinder Move in close until the 12mm-dia. reference circle Center-Weighted 5mm-dia. reference circle is fully covered by the...
Autofocus with main subject off-center autofocus mode, the subject inside the focus brackets is in-focus With an off-center function In Single Servo AutofoCU5 mode Position the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button. Confirm th e in-foc us e viewfinder;...
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In Continuous Servo Autofocus mode Position the focus brackets on the subject and lightly press the shutter release button Confirm that the in-focus indicator • appears in the viewfinder press and hold the Focus locked finger from the long AF-L button While holding in the AF-L button recompose and then fully depress the shutter release button to take...
External synchro-flash shooting In manual exposure triggered by the firing nearby Shutter speed -Optional External Sync -As no exposure indicators appear in the predetermine the correct exposure. Connect the External Sync Adaptor (EX-10) to the camera's D-Out! Trig. terminal. -Remove the terminal cap on the V-Out and O-Outl Trig terminals.
Remote photography (general) optional accessories listed below make it possible for you to release this camera's shutter connecting them shutter release operations are enabled accessories, Accessories (with power-hold timer capability) Remote Cord MC-12A, Modulate Remote Control MW-2, Intervalometer MT-2 can set the focus mode to either Accessories (without power-hold timer capability) Terminal Shutter MR-3...
Flash photography This section covers the camera's advanced flash technology for fill-flash in backlit scenes, and various other picture taking situations. brightening dull scenes,...
Do not use higher ltages and/or extra camera. Mounting the Speed light Simply mount the Nikon Speedlight on the accessory shoe with no sync cord connected. • To loosen, rotate the mounting foot wheel the direction of mounting foot of the speedlight as far as it will...
Flash modes available with Nikon Speed lights With Nikon Speed lights S6-26 modes are avai lab le . • Matrix Balanced Fill-Flash camera 's Matrix and flash illumination is automatically ambient light. This flash flash shooting situations when for a dark subject with a bright background at...
Be sure to read the instruction manual provided with each 8peedlight model before use. Fo llowing are some important notes on using Nikon 8peedlights 8B-26 and 8B-25. -If there is no mention of this camera in the instruction camera 's instruction manual.
88-25 Nikon 8peedlights -For more details, read the instruction manual provided with each Speedlight model before use Set up your camera. Set the metering system to Set other settings to Set up your Speedlight. power switch to position) or ON TTL.
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Press the shutter release button lightly and check the indicators in the viewfinder. Confirm that ready-light subject is in focus. exposure indicators page If the exposure warning indicators appear, Check the flash shooting range and release the shutter. Check if the subject shooting range by glancing at...
(front-curtain sync) light patterns at slow shutter speeds with a moving subject. With Nikon Speed lights SB-26 and SB-25 possible where the flash is set to fire the instant before the rear-curta in begins to c lose a stream of light that fol lows the moving subject.
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Set the camera 's exposure mode to S or M -You can select P or Shutter-Priority Auto and Manual mode are strongly recommended. Set the shutter speed and aperture. The slower the shutter speed marked the Rear-Curtain Sync effect. -In S mode, you do not need to set the aperture.
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Controls in detail In this section we provide some useful information on a variety of photographic controls.
Nikkor lenses are designed to provide full coverage of the 35mm film format (24mm which smaller than full angle of view which you associate with your use of Nikon 35mm cameras high-quality image performance commensurate with standards...
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Usable lenses Understanding exposure control The E2/E2s provides sensitivity settings with ISO equivalents of 800 and 1600. The following table illustrates differences in exposure between a 3Smm SLR and the E2/E2s. lens aperture E2/E2s f/28 35mm SLR f/2 .8 Depth-ol-field will be optics.
Shutter speed and aperture Light reach speed and aperture. correct exposure. You can action by using choosing a slower shutter speed. You can control field varying the aperture background foreground tend to blur the background Taken with high shutter speed The higher the shutter speed slower...
• Focus manually with the clear matte field. (See page 44 .) • Use a Nikon autofocus Speedlight (optional) to perform autofocus with the help of the Speedlight's AF ass ist illuminator. (against a white background or dressed in a •...
Downloading image data Image data can be downloaded to external equipment such as a personal computer using the Using the Image Memory Card To download the image data, Card Drive ED-10 or a personal Image Memory insert Image Memory computer with a built-in PC Card.
Cleaning the camera's built-in lens en removing dirt and smud lens tuated behind foll owing way. -Be sure to use DC adaptor (optional) You cannot use battery power for this operation. Read the instruction manuals provided with the DC and the Battery Pack. Set the selector switch of the DC adapter to BULB.
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Use a blower to remove dust and particles from the built-in If this proves ineffective, take your camera to an authorized Nikon Service Center. Set the Main dial to L. -Make sure that the camera 's reflex mirror is kept in the up position.
Type Series Power source Standard above description If you have any questions concerning authorized Nikon dealer and furnish the necessary information (type of card, maker, and specifications) • Write-protect switch (EC-1S) To protect your image protect switch.
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• sure to use the battery charger specified by Nikon • After recharging or shooting This cause for concern . •...
The dedicated Rechargeable Battery Pack Handling the battery pack for long time use • Do not apply strong on a hard surface. • Do not splash water on the battery • Do not keep on charging a fully charged battery pack . •...
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Refer to the troub leshooting charts provided be low and fol low the suggestion correcting a Nikon Service Cente Warninq indication Viewfinder panel blinks blinks...
Exposure compensation Cancel exposure is activated compensation if necessary lens is mounted. Mount Camera detects a Bring malfunction Nikon Speedlight fires at full Reconfirm output when exposure is between insufficient. select a wider Subject is dark and Use autofocus assist illumi-...
Optional accessories Nikon Speed lights: S8-26 and S8-25 Matri Balanced Fill-Flash operation for automatically balanced flash output and ambient light. and Standard operation for manual flash output compensation are assist illuminator is also provided to assist autofocusing in the Nikon Filters...
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Optional accessories Nikon Remote Control Accessories Convenient for remote or unmanned operation using the following remote cords connected 1) Remote Cord MC-12A: remote shooting up to release-hold mechanism are Remote Cord MC-4A: connecting several Radio Control Set distances up to approx. 0.7 km (outside city).
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• Auto extension rings: PK-11 -Shadows appear around Required accessories Nikon Rechargeable Battery Pack EN-1 Dedicated rechargeable battery pack for use with this camera • Quick Charger EH-1 Recharges battery pack EN-1 as quickly as approx. 60 minutes. power can also be suppl ied from an AC power outlet.
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Center camera against a cause damage the precision high is highly present, parts may costs camera through the back they there is or some remove the Nikon Service...
Camera care tips Use a blower to remove dust from the camera and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth benzene or other active agents the camera not going • long time remove the Rechargeable Battery Pack; store place We recommend taking the camera out of storage and releasing shutter a...
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• Damage Requiring personnel under the If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not instructions Adjust only those operating instructions result in damage and will often require extensive work technician to restore the product to normal operation.
Specifications Type camera Interchangeable-lens Lens mount Nikon F mount (with Usable lenses AF Nikkor lenses exceptions) Frame advance S: Single mode C: Continuous E2s: Exposure control Programmed mode S: Shutter-Priority Auto A: Aperture-Priority Auto Manual Exposure · TTL metering system (5 segments) with ·...
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LCD panel Exposure mode information Aperture counter, quality, X-contact on ly; shutter operates Flash synchronization slower; tter With Nikon Speedlight SB-26 Fill-Flash Exposure modes, Frame indicators (in-focus, Exposure compensation when charging completed, and out of the flash shooting SB-25)
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(32°F 104°F) less condensation) x 159.2 x 120.2mm (6.5 139.8 x 120.2mm (6.5 1850g (4.1Ibs) (E2s) 1720g (3.8 Ibs) (E2) harg eab le Battery Pack Adaptor ES-1 Sync Adaptor EG-1 Card EC-15 when fully charged 68°F) subject to change sync...
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No reproduction any form of this manual or in part (except for brief quotation in reviews), may be made without from NIKON CORPORATION NIKON CORPORATION FUJI BLDG., 2-3, MARUNOUCHI CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100, JAPAN PHONE: TELEX: 81-3-3214-53 FAX: 81-3-3201-5856 whole critical...
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