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- Page 1 NSTRUCTION ANUAL...
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Page 2: For Proper And Safe Use
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings: •... - Page 3 • If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries. • Take the product to a Konica Minolta service facility when repairs are required.
- Page 4 CAUTION • Do not point the product directly at the sun. If sunlight is focused on an inflammable surface, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the product is not in use. • Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car.
- Page 5 This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. Dynax and Maxxum are trademarks of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for purchasing this camera. Please take time to read this manual so that you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. Names of parts ................8 Data panel .................10 Viewfinder ................11 Getting started ................12 Attaching the strap.............12 Attaching a lens ..............13 Removing a lens..............13... - Page 7 Exposure warning - Program..........37 Exposure modes..............38 Aperture priority - A ............39 Shutter priority - S .............40 About shutter speeds............41 What is an f-number? ............41 Exposure compensation ............42 Manual exposure - M............44 Bulb exposures..............45 Focus area selection ............46 Focus modes ..............47 Exposure bracketing / Multiple exposures......48 Bracketing notes..............49 Multiple exposure notes.............50...
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Page 8: Names Of Parts
NAMES OF PARTS *This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 60). Remote-control receiver (p. 34, 45) (Date model) Shutter-release button (p. - Page 9 Accessory shoe Data panel Flash-mode button (p. 24) Drive-mode button (p. 32) Manual-rewind button (p. 29) Back-cover release (p. 16) Strap eyelet (p. 12) Exposure-compensation button (p. 42) Viewfinder* Film window Battery-chamber door (p. 14) Tripod socket...
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Page 10: Data Panel
DATA PANEL 1. Full-auto program icon (p. 37) 2. Subject program icons (p. 26) 3. Exposure-compensation indicator (p. 42) 4. Full-auto / Subject program indicator (p. 26, 37) 5. Aperture display 6. Battery-condition indicator (p. 15) 7. Remote-control indicator (p. 32, 34, 45) (Date model) 8. -
Page 11: Viewfinder
VIEWFINDER Wide focus frame Spot focus area (p. 46) Exposure indicators Focus signal (p. 22) Flash indicator (p. 25) -
Page 12: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED ATTACHING THE STRAP With the visible protrusions on the inside of the holder ring oriented as shown, pass the tip of the strap through the ring. Pass the tip of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet from below and then the holder ring (1). -
Page 13: Attaching A Lens
ATTACHING A LENS This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 54 for compatible lenses. Never touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror. Remove the body and rear lens caps. The arrow on the rear lens cap must be aligned to the lens mounting index. -
Page 14: Installing Batteries
INSTALLING BATTERIES The camera requires two 3V CR2 lithium batteries to operate. Read the proper and safe use section on page 2 before using the batteries. When changing batteries, confirm the function dial is in the off position. Slide the battery-chamber release in the direction shown, and open the door. -
Page 15: Battery Condition Indicator
BATTERY-CONDITION INDICATOR The camera has a battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the indicator appears on the data panel. If the data panel is blank, the batteries may be exhausted or installed incorrectly. Full-battery indicator - power is sufficient for all camera operations. Low-battery indicator - indicator blinks. -
Page 16: Loading Film
LOADING FILM Always load or remove the film under subdued light to reduce the chances of fogging. The camera automatically sets the correct film speed (ISO) with DX-coded film. If non-DX-coded film is used, the camera sets the film speed to ISO25. See page 51 to set the film speed manually. -
Page 17: Diopter Adjustment
Close the back cover. The camera automatically advances the film to the first frame. Take care not to catch the strap when closing the cover. If the film is loaded correctly, the frame counter indicates the first frame. The film speed (ISO) is displayed on the data panel for 5 seconds. -
Page 18: Setting The Date And Time - Date Model
SETTING DATE AND TIME - DATE MODEL The camera’s clock and calendar need to be set for date imprinting. The date blinks on the data panel when the camera is turned on if the clock and calendar are not set or have reset because the batteries are exhausted. -
Page 19: Changing Batteries - Date Model
CHANGING BATTERIES - DATE MODEL When the batteries have been removed, the camera’s built- in clock will stop. The following procedure stores the current time and date when the batteries are changed. Turn the camera on and off with the function dial. The camera stores the current date and time in a memory register each time the camera is turned off or on. -
Page 20: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION This section covers the basic operation of the camera. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving on. TURNING THE CAMERA ON To turn on the camera, simply turn the function dial to the appropriate mode (1). The basic operation section assumes that the full-auto program mode is selected - P enclosed in a circle. -
Page 21: Taking A Picture
TAKING A PICTURE Place the subject in the wide focus frame. If using a zoom lens, rotate the zooming ring to frame the subject. Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the autofocus and exposure systems (1). The viewfinder focus signal (p. -
Page 22: Focus Signals
FOCUS SIGNALS The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low light conditions. Focus locked. Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked. When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focus situations may be preventing the system from focusing. -
Page 23: Focus Lock
FOCUS LOCK Focus lock is used for off-center subjects outside the focus frame. Focus lock can also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing by allowing the camera to be focused on a object at the same distance as the subject. Center your subject in the wide focus frame, then press the shutter-release button partway down to lock focus (1). -
Page 24: Flash Modes
FLASH MODES The built-in flash is designed to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 28mm of longer. When using lenses shorter than 28mm, the corners of the image will not be fully illuminated. Remove the lens hood to prevent lens shadowing, see page 55. The shutter will not release while the flash is charging. -
Page 25: Flash Signals
When using aperture-priority, shutter-priority, or manual exposure mode, the flash is set to flash cancel. To use fill flash, press the flash-mode button to raise the flash. Continue to press the flash- mode button to change the mode. FLASH SIGNALS The viewfinder flash signal indicates the status of the flash. -
Page 26: Subject Programs
SUBJECT PROGRAMS Subject programs optimize the camera system for specific conditions or subjects. Five subject programs are available. Turn the function dial (1) to the full-auto / subject program position. Press and hold the function button (2) and turn the control dial (3) to select the appropriate program;... - Page 27 Close-up - the camera selects the optimum aperture and shutter speed combination to photograph at short object distances. For best results use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens. Focusing time can be longer with macro lenses. The use of a tripod is recommended. The built-in flash will overexpose subjects closer than 1.0m (3.3 ft.).
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Page 28: Film Rewind
FILM REWIND After the last frame on the roll of film has been exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. The frame counter counts down during rewind. Do not turn the focusing ring when the film is rewinding. Wait until the film is completely rewound; zero (0) is displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark blinks on the data panel to indicate the camera can be opened... -
Page 29: Manual Rewind
MANUAL REWIND The film can be rewound manually before the roll is finished. Gently press the manual-rewind button using a pen to begin rewinding the film. Only use blunt objects. Sharp objects may damage the camera. Wait until the film is completely rewound; zero (0) is displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark blinks on the data panel to indicate the camera can be opened... -
Page 30: A Short Guide To Photography
A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY Photography can be a rewarding pursuit. It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to master. But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot be compared. The guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles. -
Page 31: What Is A Stop? What Is An Ev
shutter controls only exposure, but also the ability to stop motion. Fast shutter speeds are used in sport photography to stop action. Slow shutter speeds can be used to show the flow of motion such as water cascading over a waterfall. The use of a tripod is recommended with slow shutter speeds. -
Page 32: Advanced Operation
ADVANCED OPERATION This section covers the advanced features of the camera. Read the basic operation section before moving on. DRIVE MODES The drive modes control how pictures captured. remote-control drive mode is only available with the date model. To change the drive mode, press the drive-mode button (1) until the appropriate mode is displayed on the data panel. -
Page 33: Self-Timer Notes
SELF-TIMER NOTES When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, focus and exposure are locked for the picture; confirm focus lock with the viewfinder focus signal (p. 23). Do not stand directly in front of the camera when pressing the shutter-release button. To change the focus point, release the shutter button and then press it partway down again. -
Page 34: Remote Control Notes
REMOTE CONTROL NOTES The date model can be operated up to 5m (16.4 ft.) away with the IR Remote Control RC-3 (sold separately). For detailed operation, refer to the RC-3 instruction manual. The remote-control drive mode is set with the drive-mode button (p. 32). Point the remote control toward the camera and press the release or the delay button. -
Page 35: Attaching The Eyepiece Cap
The Magnifier enlarges the center of the viewfinder image for critical focusing especially for macro photography. These accessories are mounted on the viewfinder frame as described above. For more information on these and other accessories, contact your Konica Minolta dealer. -
Page 36: Function Dial
FUNCTION DIAL The function dial controls many of the cameras creative functions and camera operations. For descriptions of the functions, refer to the appropriate sections. Full-auto program (p. 37) / Subject programs (p. 26) Power off Exposure modes (p. 38) Focus area selection (p. -
Page 37: About Full-Auto Program
ABOUT FULL-AUTO PROGRAM Full-auto program completely automates the picture- taking process. When the function dial is turned to or from this position, the following are reset: Flash mode (p. 24) Autoflash Focus area (p. 46) Wide focus frame Focus mode (p. 47) Drive mode (p. -
Page 38: Exposure Modes
EXPOSURE MODES The exposure modes control how the shutter speeds and aperture are changed. Four modes are available. Turn the function dial to the exposure-mode position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until the appropriate exposure mode is displayed on the data panel. -
Page 39: Aperture Priority - A
APERTURE PRIORITY - A Aperture priority is selected with the function dial (p. 36). The aperture not only controls exposure, but also depth of field, the area in front of the camera that appears sharp, see page 30. Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the aperture. The aperture range depends on the lens. -
Page 40: Shutter Priority - S
SHUTTER PRIORITY - S Shutter priority is selected with the function dial (p. 36). Shutter speeds not only control exposure, but also the apparent sharpness of moving objects, see page 30. Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the shutter speed between 30 and 1/2000 second. -
Page 41: About Shutter Speeds
ABOUT SHUTTER SPEEDS The shutter speed used for each exposure is displayed on the data panel. The following notation is used: The reciprocal is used for shutter speeds from 1/2000 second to 1/3 second. 125 is 1/125 second. For shutter speeds of a half a second or longer, a quote mark is used to denote whole seconds. -
Page 42: Exposure Compensation
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Camera exposure can be changed by as much as ±3.0 Ev to make the final image lighter or darker. For information on Ev, see page 31. Exposure compensation can only be used with program, aperture- priority, and shutter-priority exposure modes. Press hold exposure-... - Page 43 SLR with a built-in 30 - 120mm f/3.5 zoom lens. It took twenty 12 X 17mm images on a roll of 16mm film. The shutter button and battery chamber are located in the grip. Only a few prototypes were built making it one of Minolta’s rarest camera.
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Page 44: Manual Exposure - M
MANUAL EXPOSURE - M Manual exposure is selected with the function dial (p. 36). For more on aperture and shutter control, see page 30. Bulb exposures can also be made, see next page. Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the Aperture shutter speed between 30 and 1/2000 second. -
Page 45: Bulb Exposures
BULB EXPOSURES Bulb exposures can be taken in the manual-exposure mode. Bulb allows the shutter to remain open for as long as the shutter-release button is pressed. The camera’s exposure meter cannot calculate bulb exposures; a separate light meter is recommended. -
Page 46: Focus Area Selection
FOCUS AREA SELECTION The AF focus area can be specified. Four options available. Turn the function dial to the focus area selection position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until the appropriate focus area is displayed on the data panel. -
Page 47: Focus Modes
FOCUS MODES The focus mode can be switched between autofocus and manual focus. The manual-focus indicator (MF) is displayed on the data panel when selected. Turn the function dial to the focus -mode position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until AF (autofocus) or MF (manual focus) is displayed in the frame... -
Page 48: Exposure Bracketing / Multiple Exposures
EXPOSURE BRACKETING / MULTIPLE EXPOSURES Turn the function dial to the exposure bracketing / multiple exposure position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until appropriate function is displayed on the data panel. Release the function button. -
Page 49: Bracketing Notes
BRACKETING NOTES The order of the bracketing series is normal exposure, underexposure, and overexposure. The built-in or accessory flash cannot be used with bracketing; the flash is automatically canceled. Normal Under Over 0.5 Ev bracket 1.0 Ev bracket When the bracketing function is initially selected, the drive mode is automatically set to continuous advance. -
Page 50: Multiple Exposure Notes
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE NOTES Turn the function dial to the exposure bracketing / multiple exposure position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until “ME” is displayed in the frame counter. Release the function button. first exposure can be taken. -
Page 51: Manual Iso
MANUAL ISO The film speed can be set manually from ISO 6 to ISO 6400 in 1/3 Ev steps. Turn the function dial to the ISO position (1). While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until the appropriate ISO is displayed on the data panel. -
Page 52: Date Imprinting - Date Model
DATE IMPRINTING - DATE MODEL The date or the day and time a picture is taken can be imprinted in the bottom left corner of a horizontal image. See page 18 to set camera’s clock and calendar. Turn the function dial (1) to the date position. -
Page 53: Af Illuminator
AF ILLUMINATOR The built-in flash is used as an AF Illuminator. When the scene is too dark for the camera to focus, the built-in flash fires a few short bursts when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down to provide the light necessary for the camera to focus. The range of the AF Illuminator is approximately 1 to 5 m ( 3.3 to 16.4 ft.). -
Page 54: Accessory Notes
LENS NOTES Only Minolta A-mount lenses can be used with this camera. For the current line of our lenses, contact your Konica Minolta dealer. This camera is sold by itself or with the following lens: AF 28-100mm f/3.5-5.6 (D) - Page 55 A lens hood improves image quality by reducing flare, non-image forming light. Slide the lens hood onto the bayonet mount at the end of the lens. Turn the hood clockwise until it clicks into place. The hood can be reverse mounted for storage.
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Page 56: Accessory Flash Notes
Program/Maxxum Flash 5600HS (D) Program/Maxxum Flash 3600HS (D) Program/Maxxum Flash 2500 (D) Contact your Konica Minolta dealer for information on these products. The flash mode of a mounted accessory flash can be set by pressing the flash-mode button (1) on the camera. -
Page 57: About Flash Metering
Pre-flash TTL (Through The Lens) flash metering system controls the flash during the exposure automatically. This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of printing. To obtain compatibility information for products not contained in this manual, contact a Konica Minolta service facility. -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Contact your nearest Konica Minolta Service Facility if the following information does not cover the problem or the condition continues. Problem Cause Solution A special focusing situation is Use focus lock (p. preventing the AF 23) or manual system from focus (p. - Page 59 To remove the film from the camera in case of a malfunction, use the following procedure: 1. Turn the camera off. 2. Open the back cover. 3. Gently pull the film off the take-up spool and rewind it back into the cartridge. Contact an authorized Konica Minolta service facility.
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Page 60: Care And Storage
CARE AND STORAGE OPERATING CONDITIONS • This camera is designed for use from -20° to 50°C (4 to 122 °F). • Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as in the glove compartment of a car. •... -
Page 61: Cleaning
BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS • Check the camera’s operation carefully, or take test photographs before an event or journey. • Konica Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction. QUESTIONS AND SERVICE • If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Konica Minolta distributor in your area. -
Page 62: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Camera type: 35mm SLR with built-in flash and autoexposure. Lens mount: Minolta A-type bayonet mount Viewfinder: SLR roof mirror type, 90% field of view. Magnification: 0.75X Shutter type: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type. Shutter speeds: 30 - 1/2000s, bulb Flash sync. - Page 63 Based on 24 exposure rolls taken at a rate of two rolls per month. Battery performance varies with conditions. Condition A: Minolta 28-100 f/3.5-5.6 lens focused from infinity to 2m (6.6 ft.) three times and the shutter-release button held partway down for ten seconds before each exposure.
- Page 64 © 2003 Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. under the Berne Convention and the Universal Copyright Convention. 9222-2169-11 NI-B403 Printed in China...