User manual KONICA MINOLTA DYNAX MAXXUM 400SI

[. . . ] Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful 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 user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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. [. . . ] 36. Flash Range The subject must be within the flash range specified in the table below for the image to be properly exposed. LENS IN USE 28-80mm F3. 5-5. 6 (D) 35-80mm F4-5. 6 II Wide angle Telephoto Wide angle Telephoto 1. 0 ~ 3. 4 m (3. 3 ~ 11. 2 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 2. 1 m (3. 3 ~ 6. 9 ft) 1. 0 ~ 3. 0 m (3. 3 ~ 9. 8 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 2. 1 m (3. 3 ~ 6. 9 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) Film Speed ISO 100 ISO 400 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~ 13. 1 ft. ) (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) · 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 built-in flash. 32 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 33 Flash Signals When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the viewfinder flash signal indicate the status of the flash. Steady Blinks Flash is charged and ready to fire. The signal will blink after taking the picture to indicate the flash output was sufficient to provide the correct exposure. · If flash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the flash range. 32). Lens Shadowing 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-circular 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) 33 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 34 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Autoflash In auto-flash, the built-in flash pops-up automatically when the shutter release button is pressed partway down in low light situations. Once the flash is up, it will fire when necessary. Press the flash mode button until the flash mode indicator appears on the data panel. · When the camera is turned off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. 36. Autoflash with Red-Eye Reduction Light reflecting from your subject's eyes may produce the effect known as red-eye. Use the built-in flash's red-eye-reduction mode to produce more natural looking photographs by reducing the red-eye effect. 40) with scenery at night. 38 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 39 Close-up 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. ). · At close distances, the lens or len hood may block the flash, creating a shadow at the bottom of the image (p. 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. Sports 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. [. . . ] Use a blower brush to remove dust from or around the mirror. · Never use compressed air to clean the camera's interior, it may damage delicate internal mechanisms. · Never use organic solvents to clean the camera. · Never touch the lens surface with your fingers. Storage When storing your camera for extended periods: · Always attach the protective caps. [. . . ]