Pentax LX Winder Quick Help/Reference Manual page 10

The OFF-Setting
When the CIS dial is set to OFF, the winder is disengaged from the camera, so it's a good idea to
keep the dial set to "C" or "S" while shooting so as not to miss shooting opportunities, However,
when storing the camera and the winder, the dial should be set to OFF.
Also, when not using the winder for long periods of time, set the dial to OFF and remove the battery
cartridge to guard against battery leakage.
IMPORTANT: When you reach the end of the film roll and do not intend to rewind the film
immediately, promptly set the C/S dial to OFF. Batteries wili deplete with the C/S dial set to "C" or
"S" while the LED is continuously lit.
Self-Timer
To use the self-timer with the winder attached, set the C/S dial to OFF beforehand. The self-timer
does not function while the automatic film advance system is engaged.
Multiple Exposures
To make multiple exposures with the winder attached, set the C/S dial to OFF before releasing the
shutter. Make the exposure in the same manner as you would without the winder attached, but by
pressing the winder film rewind release button once for each additional exposure on the same frame.
The C/S dial may be set back to C or S before the last multiple exposure for automatic advance to the
next frame. NOTE: Do not use the automatic film rewind system to make multiple exposures on
previously exposed frames (see page 19).
Tripod
When required, a tripod may be affixed swiftly to the tripod socket at the base of the winder, Be sure
that the length of the tripod screw does not exceed the depth of the socket: if the screw is too long
and tightened tightly it could damage the camera's internal mechanism.
Shooting in Cold Climates
Battery performance tends to deteriorate when temperatures drop to near or below freezing, Although
normal functioning will return when the batteries have been subjected to warmer temperatures for
sometime, when shooting in cold climates, it's a good idea to have spare sets of batteries on hand
wrapped or stored in a pocket etc., to keep warm.
Low Batteries
When the film advance rate becomes sluggish, it indicates that batteries are low. When this occurs,
change all four batteries promptly to ensure uninterrupted winder operation. If batteries become too
weak to advance the film, the winder will stop in-between frames and the LED indicator will glow
continuously. Normal operation will resume when you change the batteries. If this should occur and
you are caught without spares, set the C/S dial to OFF and wind the film manually the rest of the way
for the frame in use.
Shooting Without Camera Batteries
Should camera battery failure occur while operating the camera in the automatic mode or within the
electronically controlled manual shutter speed range (1/60 sec. - 4 sec.), the mirror will lock up as a
warning. To continue picture-taking, leave the Winder C/S dial where it is, and turn the shutter speed
dial to any of the mechanically operated shutter speeds (112000 sec. to "X").