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USER MANUAL MAXXUM 3 MINOLTA
MIN@LTA The essentials of imaging
DATE AND TIME SETTING - For Owners of the Quartz-date Model . Names of Parts for Date and Time Setting Setting the Date and Time … Selecting the Imprinting Format. Changing the Date Format. Storing the Date and Time Setting When Changing Batteries
Autoflash Autoflash with Red-eye Reduction Fill Flash. Fill Flash with Red-eye Reduction Flash Cancel Setting the Default Autoflash Mode. SUBJ ECT PROGRAM. Subject Program Selection. Portrait. Landscape. Close-up. Sports … Night P ortrai Night Scene... DRIVE MODES . Self-timer. Continuous Advance Remote-control Function - For Ouners of the Quartz-date Model . Focus Lock in Remote Control Mode
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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.
This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta. Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Minolta may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the product and its accessories.
This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmiul interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for à Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in à particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuming the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to ty to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
+ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
+ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
+ Connect the equipment to an outlet on à circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
+ Consul the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This mark on the bottom of your camera is there to inform you that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) conceming interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity).
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all wamings and cautions before using this product
A 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 wamings.
+ Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
+ Do not install the batteries with the polarity (#/-) reversed.
+ Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
+ Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or
Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.
Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, or ages.
+ Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
+ Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.
Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched.
immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries. Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE A WARNING
+ Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts.
+ Do not fire the flash directiy into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.
+ Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.
+ Do not look at the sun or strong light sources directly through the viewfinder or lens. It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.
+ Do not expose this product to liquids or operate this product with wet hands. If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
+ Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.
+ Ifthe product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to bu yourself. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.
+ Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
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+ 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. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in bums or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
- If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
+ Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause bus.
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NAMES OF PARTS For information on specific parts, refer to the page numbers shown in paren- thesis.
Built-in flash* (32)
Shutter-release button (27)
Manual-rewind button(26)
Flash-mode button (32)
Self-timer lamp / Remote-control receiver*(41)
+ 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).
# Quartz-date model only. The quartz-date model is equipped with remote- control function.
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NAMES OF PARTS Data Panel
[— Flash-mode indicators (32)
e Autoñash with red-eye reduction % Fillflash
%æ Fill flash with red-eye reduction
Wireless / Remote flash indicator (48)
Single frame / Continuous advance indicator (41)
Self:timer indicator (41) Remote-control indicator (44)
1 Available on the remote-control model only. 2 Available on the quartz-date model only.
r— Subject-program indicators (37)
@ Portrait Landscape (@) crose-up PK Sports
Night portrait / Night scene
Battery condition indicator (15)
Frame counter (25) Film transport signals (25) Cartridge mark (25)
Program-mode indicator (28)
Manual-focus indicator (47)
The quartz-date model is equipped with remote-control function.
Spot-focus area (46) Wide focus frame (28)
Flash signals (33) TT Focus signals (29)
© Steady Focus is confirmed and locked.
Focus is confirmed with a moving subject The camera te) Steady continues to focus while the shutter-release button is pressed partway down
Focus cannot be confirmed.
® Sinks + The shutter is locked (p. 31).
Flash is charged and will fire when the shutter-
# Steady release button is pressed. 4 Binks Flash output was sufficient to provides correct expo- sure.
+ When the flash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the flash range. Please check the flash range (p. 32).
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QUICK OPERATION L Insert the batteries (p. 14).
+ This camera uses two CR2 lithium batteries.
2. If the camera is the quartz date model, set the date and time, and imprinting format (p. 16).
+ The clock and calendar are powered by the camera's batteries.
3. Attach the lens (p. 22).
+ Align the red mounting index on the lens with the one on the camera. Carefully insert the lens into the mount and tum it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
4. Slide the main switch to the on position.
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5. Open the back cover and
load the film (p. 23).
+ Align the film tip with the red mark, then close the back cover.
6. Center the subject in the wide focus frame. If using a zoom lens, rotate the zooming ring to frame the subject (p. 28).
+ The camera will focus and set exposure automatically when the shutter release button is pressed partway down.
7. When the focus signal appears in the viewfinder, press the Shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture (p. 28).
+ Use focus lock if your subject is off- center and outside the focus frame (p.30).
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BATTERIES GETTING STARTED Installing the Batteries
The camera uses two 3V CR lithium batteries to supply power for all camera operations.
L Slide the battery-chamber release as shoum, and open the door.
5 2. Insert the batteries with the polarities
as indicated by the illustration next to D" the battery chamber.
3. Close the battery-chamber door and push until it clicks into place.
D + Setting the camera down with the battery-chamber door open may damage the camera. + Read the for proper and safe use section (p. 5) before using batteries.
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Battery Condition Indicators
Slide the main switch to on position. + A battery indicator appears on the data panel indicating the power status of the batteries.
Full-battery indicator. + Power is sufficient for all camera operations.
+ Poweris low. All functions are operational, but the batteries should be replaced soon. Flash recycling time may be slow.
FAR a js. D MA Haïf-battery indicator blinks and no other mK -ators appear on the data panel. + Power is insufficient for camera operation and the shutter is locked. Replace the batteries.
+ Ifthe data panel is blank, the batteries may be dead or installed incorrectiy.
+ Occasionally, the battery-condition indicator will give à false low-battery- power waming, even though there is enough power capacity. Tum the camera on and off a few times to reset the display.
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DATE AND TIME SETTING -ror owners of THE QUARTZ-DATE MODEL GETTING STARTED The quartz-date function records the date or time in the lower-left
comer of the photograph. The quartz date back has an automatic cal-
endar through the year 2039.
+ Imprinted data may be difficult to read if the lower-left comer of the photograph is bright or non-uniform.
+ Only use the data back in temperatures between 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F).
+ Since the date is recorded when the film is advanced to the next frame, sometimes the last frame of the roll will not have the date printed on it.
The clock and calendar are powered by the cameras batteries. If the clock and calendar have not been set, “ 2 blinks on the date / time displays of the data panel when the camera is on.
teries, the date and time should be set. The imprinting format should be selected at this time.
To store the date and time in the camera’s intemal memory before changing batteries, see page 19.
Use this button to change the imprinting format.
Select button Use this button to select the item to be changed.
Setting the Date and Time
L Slide the main switch to the on position.
The following example changes the date and time from the default setting of 2003, J anuary 1, 0:00 to 2004, March 24, 15:45.
2. Press the select button to select the year.
+ ‘03 will blink indicating 2003. -_ The item will cycle as follows:
3. Press the adjust button to change the
year. + ‘04 indicates 2004.
+_ The item continues increasing as long as the button
+ During the cycle the year jumps from ‘39 down to ‘03.
4. Press the select button to select the month. |
+_The month register will blink. The initial setting is
5. Press the adjust button to change the
6. Press the select button to select the day. +_The day register will blink. The initial setting is 1°.
7. Press the adjust button to change the day
DATE AND TIME SETTING - For OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ-DATE MODEL GETTING STARTED
8. Press the select button to select the hour. | + _The display will be changed from date to time. +_The hour register will blink. The initial setting is O. + Confimn the date when adjusting the clock to à
different time zone or near midnight.
9. Press the adjust button to change the hour value. + The data back has à 24-hour clock 3pmis 15.
10. Press the select button to select the minute. +_ The minute register will blink. The initial setting is O0.
1L. Press the adjust button to change the minute value.
u 12. Press the select button to setthe clock and calendar. o P +_The data panel will stop blinking and return to the --
initial display. Pressing the shutter-release button partway down or pressing the date button will also set the clock and calendar.
+ To synchronize the camera to another clock, set the minute register to the
upcoming time and press the adjust button when the other clock reaches that time.
Selecting the Imprinting Format
Press the date button to choose the date imprinting format. + The display changes as follows:
No imprinting Year/ Month/ Day Day/ Hour/ Minute
Changing the Date Format
Select button Adjust'button
1 Press and hold the select button for 3 seconds until the
+ The format will change in the following seq
3. Press the shutter-release button partway down to set the format.
Ifthe date imprinting display (
after changing the batteries, the clock and cal-\\
endar have been reset To prevent this, just before changing batteries slide the main switch from off to on, and then to off again to store the date and time setting in the cam- era's intemal memory.
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ATTACHING THE STRAP GETTING STARTED L Confinm the eyepiece cap is attached Evepiece cap
to the strap. The strap is threaded through the cap to prevent loss.
2. With the visible protrusions on the inside of the holder ring oriented as shoum, pass the tip of the strap through the ring.
3. Pass the tip of the strap through the
camera's strap eyelet from below.
+ _Attach the strap so the tip comes between the Strap and the camera.
+ The eyepiece cap should be on the same side of the camera as the flash mode button.
4. Pass the tip of the strap through the holder ring. +_Ifthe ring is tight, fold the strap, and slide the holder ring over the tip (1). Hold the strap, and slide the holder ring in the direction shown (2).
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5. Pass the tip of the strap through the buckle and pull to ti .
+ Leave some slack in the camera strap (A) so the tip may be threaded through the buckle easily.
6. Push the holder ring toward the strap eyelet to secure the strap
to the camera. + Repeat with the other end ofthe camera strap.
Take care not to cover the lens or flash with the strap when using the cam- era. When changing film, be careful not to catch the strap in the camera
when closing the back cover.
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LENS GETTING STARTED Attaching the Lens
This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 56 for informa- tion on which lenses are compatible with this camera.
L Remove the body and rear lens caps.
ign the red mounting index on the lens and camera body. Carefully insert the lens into the mount, then tum it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position.
+ Do not insert the lens at an angle.
Do not press the lens release button when mounting the lens. The lens will not couple property.
While pressing the lens release, tum the lens counter-clockwise until it stops. Carefully remove the lens.
+ Replace the cap on the lens and attach
the body cap or another lens to the camera.
Never force the lens. If it does not fit, check its orientation with the index marks. When removing, make sure the lens release is pressed all the way down.
Do not touch the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror.
FILM Loading the Film
The camera automatically sets the correct film speed (ISO) with DX- code film. Always load or remove the film under subdued light to reduce the chances of fogging.
+ Ifnon-DX-coded film is used, the camera will use the last DX-coded films ISO setting.
More than 40 exposures can not be taken on one roll with this camera. When using 72-exposure film, the camera will start to rewind the film after 40 exposures have been made.
Do not use Polaroid Instant 35mm film. Winding problems may occur.
Do not use infrared film in this camera. The camera's frame counter sensor will og infrared film.
1. Check the film window before loading film to confirm the camera -
2. Press the back-cover release to open the back cover.
The shutter curtain’s preci- sion design makes it ‘extremely sensitive to pres- sure. Never touch it with your fingers or the film tip.
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FILM JSETTING STARTED 3. Insert the film cartridge into the
+ With the top of the cartridge down, insert the film at an angle into the bottom of the film chamber. Push the cartridge into the
chamber until it clicks into place.
4. Extend the leader between the guide rails to the index mark. +" Hold the film cartridge down so that the
film lays flat. +_Ifthe film tip extends beyond the index mark, take the cartridge out and rewind the excess film back into the cartridge.
5. Close the back cover. + The camera automatically advances the
film to the first frame. + Take care not to catch the camera strap when closing the back cover.
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When the film is loaded correctiy with the camera on, the frame counter (“1'), cartridge { mark, and film transport signals appear on |u%o c the data panel. ee
When the film is loaded correctiy with the
camera off, the frame counter (“1'), cartridge 1] mark, and film transport signals appear on n the data panel for approximately five a
When the film is loaded incorrectiy, the frame counter (“0”) and film transport signals blink on the data panel, and the shutter is locked. Ifthe camera is off, the waming is displayed for approximately five seconds. Open the back cover and reload the film.
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FILM GETTING STARTED Rewinding the Film
After you have exposed the last frame, the camera will automatically rewind the film.
1. Wait until the film is completely rewound. | 1
+ Zero will be displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark will blink on the data panel indicating that the back-cover can be opened
2. Press the back-cover release to open the back cover and remove the film, then close the back cover.
Do not tum the focusing ring when the film is rewinding.
Although more pictures than specified on the film package may be taken, the film processor may not print more than the number specified on the film cartridge.
Use manual rewind to rewind the film before the roll is finished. Gentiy press the manual-rewind but- ton using a pen.
+ Only use blunt objects. Sharp objects may damage the camera.
+ When the film is rewound, zero will be displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark will blink on the data panel indicating that the back-cover can be opened safely.
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HANDLING THE CAMERA BASIC OPERATION Pressing the Shutter-release Button
Press the shutter-release button partway down to activate the cam- era's autofocus and auto-exposure systems. Press the shutter- release button all the way down to take the picture. When taking a picture, press the shutter-release button with your index finger gentiy so as not to shake the camera during the exposure.
Before pressing Pressing Pressing partway down all the down activates releases camera the shutter. systems. Fan Ÿ Holding the Camera
Grip the camera fimiy with your right hand while supporting the lens with your left. Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder- width apart to hold the camera steady. Keep the camera strap around your neck in the event you accidentally drop the camera.
+ Lean against a wall or rest your elbows on a solid surface to steady the camera when not using the flash in low-light situations.
+ The use of the tipod is recommended when using the camera in low-light situations, with slow shutter speeds, or with telephoto lenses.
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TAKING PICTURES BASIC OPERATION In the standard operating mode, the camera sets the focus and expo- sure automatically and fires the built-in flash when necessary. The camera's operation can be optimized for different subjects and situa- tion with subject programs (p. 37), and the drive mode (p. 41) and flash mode (p. 32) can be changed.
1. Slide the main switch to the on position.
+ Every time the camera is tumed on, the programAE (autoexposure) mode is set and ‘P” appears on the data panel.
+ See p. 54 for details on the camera's default settings.
2. Center your subject in the wide focus frame. If using a zoom lens, rotate the zooming ring to frame your subject as desired.
3. Press the shutter release button partway doun to activate the autofocus and exposure systems.
+ When flash signal appears in the viewfinder, the flash will fire (p. 33).
+_In low-light conditions, the AF illuminator will activate to determine focus distance (p.31).
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4. When the focus signal appears in the viewfinder, press the shutter- release button all the way doun to take the picture.
When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the follow-
ing signals appear in the viewfinder to indicate the focus status.
+ Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in very dark conditions.
© Stœeady Focus is confirmed.
Focus is confirmed with a moving subject. The cam- te) Steady era will continue to focus while the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.
@ &inks Cannot focus. The shutter is locked (p. 31).
+ Ifthe camera is unable to focus, the subject may be too close or one of the special focus situations (P. 31) is preventing the AF system from focusing. Use focus lock (p. 30) or manual focus (p. 47).
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FOCUS LOCK BASIC OPERATION The focus-lock function is used when the sub- ject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from
focusing on the subject.
+ Focus can also be locked with the spotAF button.
+ Focus lock also sets the exposure settings.
+ When focusing on moving subjects or with the sports subject program, focus lock cannot be used.
L Center your subject in the wide focus frame.
2. Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the focus.
+ When focus signal appears in the viewfnder, the focus is locked.
3. Continue to hold the shutter- release button partway down while you compose your picture.
+_Removing your finger from the shutter- release button cancels the focus lock.
4. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture. Ÿ
SPECIAL FOCUS SITUATIONS/ AF ILLUMINATOR Special Focus Situations
The camera may not be able to focus in the situations described below. Use focus lock (p. 30) or manual focus (p. 47).
[©] F Pas ÉAHNÈHE If the subject within the focus frame Iftwo subjects at different distances is very bright, or low in contrast. overlap in the focus frame.
T DEN If a subject composed of altemating If your subject is near a very bright light and dark lines completely fills object or area the focus frame.
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 part- way down to provide the light necessary for the camera to focus.
Pressing the spot AF button can also activate the AF illuminator.
The range of the AF Illuminator is approximately 1 to 5 m (3.3 to 16.4 ft). The AF illuminator will not fire when focusing on moving subjects or if the flash cancel mode is selected.
The AF illuminator may not operate with 300mm or longer focal length lenses.
The AF illuminator will not operate with the Minolta 3x-1x Macro Zoom. When an accessory flash is attached, the flash will be used as the AF illuminator in place of the cameras built-in unit.
See p. 55 on how to cancel the AF illuminator. 31
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Changing the Flash Mode When the flash mode button is pressed, the flash mode changes in the following sequence:
£& Autoñiash with red-eye reduction Aro
%œ Fill flash with red-eye reduction
Except when flash cancel is selected, the built-in-flash will pop-up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. Once the flash is up, it will fire when necessary.
The shutter will not release until the flash is charged.
Push down the builtin flash when the camera is not in use.
When the camera is tumed off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. See p. 36.
Flash Range The subject must be within the flash range specified in the table below for the image to be properly exposed.
28-80mm F3.5-5.6 (D) 35-80mm F4-5.6 Il Film Speed | Wide angle Telephoto Wide angle Telephoto
10-—40m | 10-40m | 10-40m | 10-40m G.3-13.1ft)| (3.3 -13.1 ft) | (3.3 -13.1ft) | (3.3 -131ft)
Do not use the built-in flash with with lenses with focal lengths shorter than 28mm.
Make sure you are at least 1m (3.3 ft.) from your subject when using the buitt-in flash.
When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the viewfinder flash signal indicate the status of the flash.
& Steady |Flashis charged and ready t fire.
4 Biinks [ne Signal wil link after taking the picture to indicate the
flash output was sufficient to provide the correct exposure.
+_Ifflash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the flash range. Please check the flash range (p. 32).
Lens shadowing occurs when the lens or lens hood blocks part of the output from the built-in flash. Lens shadowing appears as a semi-cir- cular shadow area at the bottom (horizontal pictures) or side (vertical pictures) of the image.
+ Remove the lens hood before using the built-in flash.
Lens shadowing may occur with the following lenses at the shorter focal lengths.
AF Zoom 28-70mm f/2.8G AF Zoom 17-35mm f/3.5G AF Zoom 28-135mm f/4.0-4.5
AF Zoom 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5
The built-in flash can not be used with the following lenses: AF 300mm f/2.8 (APO tele) AF 600mm f/4.0 (APO tele)
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Autoflash
In auto-flash, the built-in flash pops-up auto- ——
matically when the shutter release button is ==
pressed partway down in low light situations. al P {
Once the flash is up, it will fire when necessary. | DT ==)
Press the flash mode button until the
flash mode indicator appears on the
+ When the camera is tumed off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. See p. 36.
Autoflash with Red-Eye Reduction
Light reflecting from your subjects eyes may produce the effect known as red-eye. Use the : built-in flash's red-eye-reduction mode to pro- duce more natural looking photographs by reducing the red-eye effect.
Press the flash mode button until the
flash mode indicator appears on the
+ Wam your subject that the flash will fire à few times just before the picture is taken.
+ When the camera is tumed off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. See p. 36.
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Use fill flash when taking pictures under fluo- rescent lighting or to eliminate harsh shadows under strong direct lighting or sunlight. When set, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken.
Press the flash mode button until the
flash mode indicator appears on the
+ To retum to autofiash mode, repeat the step above until autofash indicator appears.
Fill Flash with Red-Eye Reduction
Press the flash mode button until the
flash mode indicator appears on the
+ War your subject that the flash will fire à few times just before the picture is taken.
+ To retum to autofiash mode, repeat the step above until autofash indicator appears.
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Flash Cancel
Use flash cancel to photograph landscapes at tilight, to capture the ambiance of the existing light, or when flash photography is not permitted.
Press the flash mode button until the flash mode indicator appears on the
data panel. . The flash will not fire even if the built-in flash is [
The shutter speed may be slow. Use a tripod
to reduce camera shake.
+ To retum to autoflash mode, repeat the step above until autofiash indicator appears.
Setting the Default Autoflash Mode
When the camera is tumed off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoñlash with red-eye reduction whichever of the two modes was set last. The cameras initial setting is autoflash. To have autoflash with red-eye reduction as the default flash mode when the camera is tumed on, simply set the mode and tum the camera off.
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SUBJ ECT-PROGRAM SELECTION The subject-program modes optimize camera settings for specific sit- uations.
Press the subject program button to
select any one of the following sub-
+ Setthe appropriate flash mode according tol the subject program selected. See the following descriptions of each subject
Night Portrait /Night scene
Every time the camera is tumed on, programmed autoexposure mode is set and “P” appears in the data panel.
SUBJ ECT-PROGRAM SELECTION BASIC OPERATION Portrait
Portraits have the greatest impact when a shal- _ W low depth-of-field is used to separate the subject from the background. Depth-offield is the area in front of and behind the subject that appears sharp. In portrait mode, the necessary settings
are made automatically, leaving you free to cap- ture the perfect expression.
Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the portrait mode.
For best results use the telephoto setting of the lens.
Use fill flash (p. 35) when your subject is backlit or has strong shadows across the face. Focus on your subjects eyes and be ready to capture the perfect expression.
Use night portrait mode (p. 40) with subjects at night.
Landscape photography requires a large depth- of-field to make sure the subject and back- ground are in focus. This mode uses the great- est depth-of-field possible, while maintaining à shutter speed fast enough to prevent blurring from camera shake. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the landscape mode. + Use fil flash when a subject in the foreground is backlt or has strong shadows across the face. + Flash has no effect on landscape pictures. + For best results use a wide-angle zoom setting or lens. Include a foreground subject or detail to create depth. The use of a tripod is recommended. Use night portrait mode (p. 40) with scenery at night.
Use the close-up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry. In the close-up mode, the camera automatically sets the best possible aperture and shutter speed for close-up photography. Focusing time can be longer with macro lenses.
Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the close-up mode.
Use a tripod to reduce camera shake. For best results use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens.
Do not use the built-in flash if your subject is closer than 1.0m (3.3 ft). The flash will overexpose the subject.
At close distances, the lens or len hood may block the flash, creating a shadow at the bottom of the image (p. 33). The use of an accessory flash is recommended.
Make sure the subject is not closer than the minimum focusing distance of lens. Refer to the lens manual.
Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action. In the sports mode, the camera will set the fastest possible shutter speed and continually adjust the focus to track moving subjects. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the sports mode.
The camera continues to focus as long as the shutter-release button is pressed partway down.
+ When using flash, the subject must be within the flash range. When the subject is out of range, use flash cancel (p. 36).
The use of fast film is recommended.
Mount the camera on a tripod or monopod when using telephoto lenses.
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SUBJ ECT-PROGRAM SELECTION BASIC OPERATION Night Portrait
Night portraits balance the camera's flash expo- sure with the background exposure. In this mode, the camera controls the aperture and shutter speed, allowing the background to appear in the photograph.
L. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the night portrait /night scene mode.
2. Make sure to set any flash mode other than flash cancel (p. 32).
+ The use of fast film is recommended. + Wam your subject not to move after the flash fires; the shutter may still be
open to capture the background. + The shutter speed may be slow. Use a tripod to reduce camera shake.
Cancel the flash in night portrait/night scene
mode to photograph views at night. The longer
shutter speeds used in this mode allow twilight scenes and night skylines to be captured.
L. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to Night Portrait Mode /Night scene mode.
2. Press the flash-mode button to set flash cancel (p. 36).
+ Use a tripod to reduce camera shake.
+ The use of fast film is recommended.
2 Dark night scenes may be prevent the AF system from focusing, use focus lock (p. 30) or manual focus (p. 47)
+ Night scenes tend to be better at twilight rather than in the darkness of night The faint light in the early evening sky adds detail to the shadows of the scene.
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SELF-TIMER The self:timer delays the release of the shutter for approximately 10
seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed.
1. Place the camera on a tripod. Press the drive-mode button until the self- timer indicator appears on the data
panel. + When the drive mode button is pressed, the drive mode changes in the following
2. Center your subject in the focus frame.
Single frame Self-timer Continuous _ Remote-control
3. Press the shutter-release button down to lock the focus.
pai +_ Focus lock can be used for off-center subjects (p. 30).
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SELF-TIMER BASIC OPERATION
4. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer. +_ The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink during the countdown. It will glow steadily just before the shutter releases.
Do not press the shutter-release button while standing in front of the camera.The focus and exposure is set when the shutter-release button is pressed.
The selftimer is canceled after the picture is taken.
To cancel the self-timer countdown, press the drive-mode button or tum the camera off before the shutter releases.
+ Atrach the eyepiece cap if there is a bright light source behind the camera (p. 20, 57).
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CONTINUOUS ADVANCE In this mode, the camera continues to release the shutter and
advance the film as long as the shutter-release button is held down.
L Press the drive-mode button until continuous advance indicator appears on the data panel.
2. Press and hold the shutter-release button to begin taking a series of pictures.
The camera takes à maximum of 1.7 frames per second when the shutter-
Ne) speed is 1/250 second or above, flash set to flash cancel, and new batteries. The frame rate is slower when using the built-in flash as the flash must charge between exposures. With accessory flashes, the shutter will continue to release even if the flash is charging.
+ With moving subjects or the sports subject program, the shutter will release only when the camera has focused on the subject between exposures.
+ To retum to single frame mode, press the drive-mode button until single frame advance indicator appears on the data panel.
+ AF zoom xi and power zoom lenses cannot be zoomed when taking Pictures with continuous advance.
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REMOTE-CONTROL FUNCTION For OWNERS OF THE QUARTZDATE MODEL BASIC OPERATION Emitter window The quartz-date model can be operated
up to 5m (16.4 ft.) away with the IR Delay button Remote Control RC-3 (sold separate- y).
Release button * The quartz-date model is equipped with the remote-control function.
1. Place the camera on a tripod.
2. Press the drive-mode button until remote-control indicator appears on the data panel.
3. Arrange the camera and subject to compose the picture.
4. Point the emitter window toward the remote-control receiver and press the release or the delay button. +_Ifthe release button is pressed, the lamp on the front of the camera will blink once before the shutter releases.
+_Ifthe delay button is pressed, the lamp on the front of the camera will blink for two seconds before the shutter releases.
+ The remote control may not work under fluorescent lighting or in backlit situations.
+ Ifthe buïltin flash pops up when the release button on remote control is pressed, wait a few seconds for the fiash to charge before pressing the release button again.
+ To save power, remote-control mode is canceled if the remote control is not used for more than 5 minutes.
+ Atrach the eyepiece cap if there is a bright light] source behind the camera. See p. 20 and 57.
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FOCUS LOCK IN REMOTE CONTROL MODE When your subject is not centered in the focus frame, use manual focus or focus lock. Focus lock cannot be used with moving subjects or the sports subject program.
1. Set the camera to the remote-control mode.
2. Center your subject in the focus frame, then press the shutter-release button partway down until viewfinder focus signal appears.
+ Focus and exposure is set for the picture.
+ Press the shutter-release button partway down again to reset the focus.
+ Focus can also be locked with the spot AF button (p. 46).
3. Lift your finger from the shutter-
release button. +_The focus signal will remain lit indicating
focus lock. 4. Recompose the picture. A URES” Le Æ - 5. Point the remote toward the front of DE”! si PNR, the camera and press the release or] _] (a) |
+ The focus lock will remain in effect after the picture is taken allowing multiple remote-control pictures to be made . To cancel the focus lock, select the remote-control mode again with the drive mode button.
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SPOT FOCUS By simply pressing the spot AF button, the
center spot focus area is 7 TO) ]
2. Press and hold the spot AF button. + The focus signal appears in the viewinder. + Focus and exposure are set and remain locked until the spot focus button is released.
3. While holding the spot AF button, press the shutter-release button all
the way down to take the picture. + When the spot AF button is released, the wide
focus frame is active.
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MANUAL FOCUS The lens can be focused manually. The autofocus system can be used to monitor focus and indicate when a subject in the focus frame is in focus.
1. Slide the focus-mode switch down and release. + “MF” will appear on the data panel.
2. Tum the focusing ring until the subject appears sharp.
+ When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the AF system monitors the focus. The viewfnder focus signal glows when the object in the focus frame is in focus.
To retum to the autofocus mode, slide the focus-mode switch down à second time; the manual focus indicator on the data panel will disappear. Manual focus is canceled when the camera is tumed off.
+ When using manual focus with ‘D' series lenses, multi-segment metering is employed. With other lens, the camera automatically switches to center- weighted metering. The metered exposure may be different between autofocus and manual focus.
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FLASH This section of your manual covers the operation of accessory flash- es as well as the built-in flash.
An optional accessory flash improves flash performance over the built-in flash.
Only Minolta D series flash units are compatible with this camera.
Slide the flash units onto the accessory shoe
located on the top of the camera. + The built-in flash should be down before attaching the flash.
Press the flash-mode button on the camera to select the desired flash mode.
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+ Red-eye reduction cannot be used with accessory flashes.
+ The viewfinderss flash signal shows the status of the accessory flash.
+ Refer to the accessory flash's instruction manual for the flash range.
+ The shutter speed is set automatically to a 1/90 second or slower. High- speed sync is not compatible with this camera.
+ The flash cancel indicator is displayed on the data panel with no other icons when an incompatible flash unit is attached.
Camera Notes The flash mode can be set with the flash unit. With the flash on and mount: ed on the camera, change the flash mode on the flash unit. Setthe mode by pressing the shutter-release button partway down; the camera will display the cor- responding flash mode indicator on the data panel. Only autofiash or flash cancel are available. The other flash modes must be set from the camera.
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Flash metering changes according to the lens used.
Advanced Distance Integration (ADI) metering is employed when using D series lenses. ADI metering combines distance information from the autofo- cusing system with information from a pre-flash exposure. Unlike conventional TTL flash metering, ADI is not influenced by the reference of the subject or background ensuring optimum exposures.
E _— ADI metering Conventional TTL metering
Pre-flash TTL Pre-flash TTL metering is used with non-D series lenses or when a wireless / remote flash or bounce flash is used. Like ADI metering, Pre-flash TTL com- pensates for difference in transmission in the optics by measuring the flash output through the lens, but does not use distance information to calculate the exposure.
The certain accessories will prevent proper exposure when used with the camera during flash photography. Do not use filters which alter the required exposure such as neutral density or polarizing filters. Do not use close-up fil- ters or lenses on the camera lens, or a close-up diffuser with the flash.
An accessory flash cannot be connected to the camera using a cable. For more on flash accessory compatibility, see page 56.
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WIRELESS / REMOTE FLASH Photographs taken with a flash attached to the camera are flat as shown in example 1. An accessory flash positioned away from the camera creates three-dimensional lighting as shown in the second example.
Wireless / Remote flash uses the camera's built-in flash to control flash units placed around the subject. The proper exposure is deter- mined automatically by the camera.
Red-eye reduction cannot be used with wireless/ remote flash. Since the flash unit is positioned to one side, the red-eye effect will not influence the subject.
1. Normal flash 2. Wireless flash
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Setting Wireless / Remote Flash Mode
L With the camera and flash off, mount the flash unit on the camera. Turn both the camera and flash on.
-_The flash must first be mounted on the accessory Shoe so the camera can set the wireless/ remote function.
2. Press the flash mode button on the camera until WL appears on the camera's data panel.
3. Detach the accessory flash.
4. Press the camera’s flash-mode button to raise the built-in flash.
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FLASH Taking Pictures in Wireless / Remote Flash Mode
The accessory flash is controlled by a light signal from the built-in flash. Although the built-in flash fires, it does not add to the exposure, but simply controls the accessory flash. The position of the camera and flash is critical to control the lighting of the subject.
L Position your camera and flash unit around the subject. See the description below for subject distances. Photograph in dark locations. Refer to the flash units manual for specific information. The shutter speed will be set to 1/45 second or slower automatically. The use of a tipod is recommended. Ratio-flash control is not available.
Flash-Subject Distance
The remote/ wireless flash may not detect the control signal if it is placed behind the subject.
Place the camera and flash unit within a 5 m radius of the subject
+ The chartis based on the use of the 35-80mm f/4-5.6 II AF lens.
Camera - Subject Distance | 3600HS(D) - Subject Distance
Film speed | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Wide angle | Telephoto
150100 | 10-50m | 10-5.0m | 10-35m | 10-25m (3.3 16.4) |(3.3 -16.4t)| (3.3 11.5) | (3.3 -8.20)
i50 400 | 20-50m | 20-5.0m | 20-5.0m | 2.0 -5.0m (6.6 -16.4ft.) | (6.6 -16.4ft.) | (6.6 -16.4ft.) | (6.6 -16.4ft)
When using the 5600HS (D) flash, the flash to subject distance is 1.0 5.0 m (3.3 —16.4 f at all focal lengths with ISO 100 film, and 2.0 — 5.0 m (6.6 — 16.4 ft) with ISO 400 film.
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2. Wait until both flash units are fully
d . + When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the viewfnder flash signal will show the status of the built-in flash.
+ When the accessory flash is charged, the AF illuminator on the front blinks, and the flash signal on the rear of the unit glows.
3. Press the subject program button to test fire the wireless/ remote
flash. +_Ifthe accessory flash does not fire, change its position.
4. When both flash units are fully charged, press the shutter-
release button all the way down to take the picture. +_Ifthe exposure from the accessory flash was sufficient for the subject, the flash signal on the flash unit will glow.
Canceling Wireless/ Remote Flash Mode
L. Attach the accessory flash to the camera.
2. Press the flash mode button on the camera until WL no longer appears in the data .
+_Tuming off the camera with the accessory flash attached also cancels wireless flash. Ifthe flash is not attached, the wireless/remote function will not be
canceled on the flash unit. Refer to the flash's instruction manual to cancel the function.
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USEFUL INFORMATION Reset Default When the camera is tumed off the following functions are reset:
Function Default Seting Page Subject program Canceled, ProgramAE active. 37 Flash Autofiash 32 Focus mode Autofocus 47 Self-timer Canceled A1 Continuous advance Canceled 43 Wireless/remote flash Canceled 52 Remote-control Canceled 44
Canceling the Shutter-release Lock
To prevent the film from being fogged, the shutter cannot be released if a lens is not attached to the camera. This can be changed when mounting the camera on a non-dedicated lens mount such a T-mount on a telescope or microscope. Only disable the shutter-release lock when necessary.
L Tum the camera off.
2. Press and hold subject-program button and drive-mode button.
3. With both buttons held down, tum the camera on. + Repeat the procedure to activate the shutter-release lock.
Shutter locked. Shutter can be released.
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Canceling the AF Illuminator
The built-in flash is used as an AF illuminator and will fire when nec- essary to assist the autofocus system in low light. The AF illuminator function can be tumed of.
+ This does not affect an accessory flash's AF illuminator.
1. Tum the camera off.
2. Press and hold flash-mode button.
3. While holding the button down, tum the camera on.
me Li AF illuminator active. AF illuminator is canceled.
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ACCESSORY INFORMATION This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of printing. To obtain compatibility information for products not contained in the manual, contact a Minolta service facility listed on the back cover.
All Minolta AF lenses can be used with this camera.
+ Only Minolta A mount lenses are compatible with this camera. MD and MC series lenses cannot be used.
+ The certain lens attachments will prevent proper exposure during flash photography. Do not use filters which alter the required exposure such as
neutral density or polarizing filters. Do not use close-up filters or lenses.
ADI metering is compatible with Minolta D series lenses (p. 49).
Use of a lens hood is recommended to avoid flare (non-image forming light
that degrades image quality) when taking pictures without flash.
Remove the lens hood before using the camera's built-in flash.
The following accessory flash units are compatible with this camera: Program Flash / Maxxum Flash 5600HS (D) Program Flash / Maxxum Flash 3600HS (D)
+ The flash cancel indicator is displayed on the data panel with no other icons when an incompatible flash unit is attached. + An accessory flash cannot be connected to the camera using a cable.
AA Battery Pack BP-200
AA Battery Pack BP-200 allows the camera to be powered by four
AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. + AA‘size lithium batteries cannot be used.
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Angle Finder V\ / Magnifier VN The 90° Angle Finder VN allows the camera to be used in hard-to-view positions or at low angles.
The Magnifier VN enlarges the viewfinder image by approx. 2.3X and is ideal for macro photography, copy- ing, and telephotography.
Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching a finder accessory.
+ Push up to remove the eyepiece cup.
Eyepiece Corrector 1000
For eyeglass wearers, an Eyepiece Corrector 1000 can be attached to the viewfinder. Nine correction lenses are available from - 4 to +3 diopters.
Incompatible Accessories
The following accessories are not compatible with this camera.
+ Remote Cords RC-1000 S/L Close-up Diffuser CD-1000
Wireless/Remote Flash Controller
OffCamera shoe 0S-1100
Triple Connector TC-1000
Cable CD Data Receiver DR-1000
Wireless Controller IR-1N (WARNING: the use of this accessory can
permanentiy damage the camera.)
TROUBLESHOOTING Contact your nearest Minolta Service Facility if the following informa- tion does not cover the problem which you are experiencing or the condition continues.
Problem Cause Solution Page
Situation is unsuitable| Use focus lock or | 30/ for autofocus (p. 31). | manual focus. 47
not work when the | Camera is set to Slide the focus- 47
shutter-release manual focus mode. | mode switch doun.
partway doun. Check the minimum Subjectis to close. |focus distance of -
Focus cannot be Use focus lockor | 30/ confirmed. manual focus. 47 Camera is attached to | Cancel the
Shutter cannotbe |3 microscope ortele- | shutter-release 54
re lens is not thatitclicks into | 22
place. To tum off the AF Flash fires when | Flashis used as AF | iluminator, setthe the shutter-release | illuminator to assist | flash mode to 31/ button is pressed |the autofocus sys- | flash cancel or 55 partway down. tem. cancel AF-illumi-
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Problem Cause Solution Page Flash did not fire in a low Picture is | light situation | Use fill flash, a tripod, or faster L blurred. and the shut- | film. ter speed was slow. Flash pic- | Subjectis docti vi tureistoo |beyondfiash | Meke sure the subjectis within 3
Remove the lens hood. To prevent lens shadowing, the 32/ subject must be at least 1m (3.3ft)| 33 from the camera.
The clock and calendar needs to be set if the date and time display | 17/ blinks. Tu on the date imprinting | 18 function.
Tum the camera off and on. If normal camera operation does not resume or the camera maifunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility.
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CARE AND STORAGE Operating Temperature and 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.
The data panel response time will be slow at cold temperatures. The display will temporarily darken at high temperatures, but will be restored when the temperature normalizes.
This camera is not waterproof or splashproof. When using the camera in the rain, protect the camera and lens.
Never subject the camera to extreme humidity.
To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from a cold environment to a warm one. Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag.
The low-battery symbol may appear even with fresh batteries depending on the storage conditions. To restore camera power, tum the camera off and on several times.
Battery capacity decreases at colder temperatures. Keep your camera and spare batteries warm when shooting in cold weather. Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to nor- mal operating temperature.
Before Important Events
+ Check the camera's operation carefully, or take test photographs. + Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction.
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+_Ifthe camera or lens barrel is dirty, wipe it gentiy with a sof, clean,
dry cloth. Ifthe camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gentiy
blow away loose particles - wiping may scratch the surface.
To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then,
gentiy wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting from the center
with a cloth or tissue designed for optics. Use lens cleaning fluid if
Never place lens fluid directiy on the lens.
Never touch the interior of the camera, especially the shutter and
mirror, doing so may impair their alignment and movement.
Dust on the mirror will not affect the exposure but may affect the
focus. Use a blower brush to remove dust from or around the mir-
Never use compressed air to clean the cameras interior, it may
damage delicate internal mechanisms.
+ Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.
+ Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.
When storing your camera for extended periods:
+ Always attach the protective caps.
+ Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chem-
icals such as naphthalene or moth balls. For long periods of dis-
use, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica-gel dry-
Periodically release the camera's shutter to keep it operating prop-
+ Before using after prolonged storage, check the camera's opera- tion to make sure it is functioning property.
Questions and Service
+_1f you have questions about your camera, contact your local cam- era dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.
+ Before shipping your camera for repair, contact an authorized Minolta Service F acility.
AUTOFOCUS SYSTEM: Detection system: Autofocus sensors:
Autofocus Sensitivity range: AF illuminator:
Autofocus areas: Predictive focus control:
EXPOSURE SYSTEM: Metering: Metering cell: Metering range: Exposure control Subject programs: ISO settings:
35mm autofocus SLR with autoexposure (AE) and a built-in flash Minolta À mount
TTL phase-detection CCD line sensors (3-pointAF system with a center cross-hair sensor)
Built-in flash Automatically activates in low light, low- contrast situations.
Range:1 - 5m/ 3.3 - 16.4 ft (approx.)
Wide focus area, Spot focus area
Mult-dimensional predictive focus control for moving subjects
TTL, 14-segment honeycomb-pattem metering
14-segment honeycomb-pattem SPC Ev 1-20 (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens)
Programmed AE Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night portrait - Automatic with DX-coded film between ISO 25 - 5000 in 1/3 Ev increments.
- ISO 25 - 1000 with flash
Exposure is locked with focus.
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter
Speed range: 30 - 1/2000 s Flash-sync speed: 1/90 s or slower
Wireless/Remote flash-sync speed: 1/45s or slower.
Flash metering: Pre-flash TTL, ADI Type: Built-in
Guide number: 12 (in meters at ISO 100) /39 (in feet at ISO 100) Flash range: 1-4m/33-131f
Flash coverage: 28mm angle of view
Flash modes: Autoflash, Autofash with red-eye reduction, Fill flash,
Fill flash with red-eye reduction, Flash cancel, Wireless/Remote flash (with dedicated flash units) 45 (approx.)
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MIEWFINDER: Type: Eye-level fixed roof mirror Focusing screen: Spherical acute matte Field of view 90% (vert.) x 90 % (hor.) Magnification: 0.75x (with 50mm lens focused at infinity) 16mm (13mm from the eyepiece frame) -1 diopter Eyepiece cup: Removable FILM TRANSPORT: Film advance: Single-frame advance, Continuous advance Continuous advance speed: 1.7 fps (max.) Loading: Automatic loading Rewinding: Automatic rewind, Manual rewind Rewind time: 8 (approx.) with 24-exposure film Self-timer: 105
IR remote control receiver: Quartz-date model only IR Remote Control RC-3 (sold separately)
POWER: Two 3V CR2 lithium batteries Battery performance: Condition A Condition B Flash Use (%) 20 °C (68 °F) -10 °C (14°F) 20 °C (68 °F) -10 °C (14°F) 0 30 rolls 24 rolls 45 rolls 35 rolls 50 14 rolls 11 rolls 18 rolls 14 rolls 100 9 rolls 7 rolls 11 rolls 9 rolls
Condition A: Lens (35-80 f/4-5.6 11) focused from infinity to 2m (6.6) three times, and the shutter-release button held partway down for ten seconds before each exposure. Other basic photographic pro- cedures are performed.
Lens focused from infinity to 2m (6.6fL.), and the shutter-release button held partway down for five seconds before each exposure. Other basic photographic procedures are performed.
+ With 24-exposure film, fresh battery. Exposures taken at a rate of 2 rolls per month.
+ Battery performance will vary with usage conditions
DIMENSIONS: 127(W) x 87(H) x 60.5(D) mm S(W)x 3.4(H)x 2.4(D) in.
MÆIGHT: 310g (10.90z.) without batteries, accessories, or attachments
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
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