User manual MINOLTA FLASHMETER VI PART 2

[. . . ] This manual has been designed to help you understand the operation of your camera and its functions. Please familiarize yourself with the names of the controls and their locations on the camera, then read this manual thoroughly. Advanced Photo SystemTM is a trademark of the five system developing companies, including Minolta. Triple Format Selection - Three print formats are available with this camera: H Print , C Print, and P Print. The viewfinder frame changes to match each format selection. [. . . ] See page 86. Certified Advanced Photo System photofinisher symbol FLASH LAMP / FLASH RANGE FLASH LAMP · When the orange flash-lamp blinks rapidly, the flash is charging. Wait until it glows steadily, then take the picture. · The flash takes approximately three seconds to charge. · When the orange flash-lamp blinks slowly, your scene is too dark for a hand-held picture. Use the flash, or place your camera on a tripod. USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH When you turn the camera on, the built-in flash is set to autoflash or autoflash with redeye reduction, whichever mode was used last. The flash will fire automatically when the light level is low or your subject is backlit. FLASH RANGE The range of the built-in flash depends on the film speed and the focal length you are using. To ensure proper exposure, make sure your subject is positioned within the flash range. Focal Length 30mm 120mm Flash Range at ISO 200 0. 5 - 9. 0m (1. 6 - 29. 5 ft. ) 1. 6 - 4. 0m (5. 2 - 13. 1 ft. ) SELECTING THE FLASH MODE TITLE DATE Besides autoflash mode ( reduction( ( ), autoflash with red-eye ), or flash cancel TITLE DATE Red-eye Reduction Use the built-in flash's red-eye-reduction mode to reduce the red-eye effect when photographing people or animals at night or in low-light situations. The flash will fire a few short bursts before the main flash burst to reduce the red-eye effect. Press the flash-mode button until appears in the ), manual fill-flash ( )can be selected. Press the flash-mode button until the desired indicator appears in the data panel. data panel. Flash modes remain selected after you take the picture. Warn your subject that the flash will fire a few short bursts just before the picture is taken. SELECTING THE FLASH MODE TITLE DATE Manual Fill-flash The flash will fire when the shutter is released regardless of lighting. Press the subject-program-select button until the pointer is under . · The flash is set to manual fill-flash with red-eye reduction. Redeye reduction can be cancelled with the flash-mode button. The shutter speed will most likely be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended. LANDSCAPE / NIGHT VIEW MODE In this mode, focus is set to infinity to ensure sharp focus on landscapes and other distant subjects. PRINT EL DJ TITLE DATE 1. Press the subject-program-select button until the pointer is under . · Flash cancel is set and cannot be changed. ADDITIONAL FEATURES 2. Align your subject in the focus frame and press the shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the picture. At night, the shutter speed will most likely be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended. PRINT QUANTITY SELECTION PRINT-QUANTITY SELECT With print-quantity select, you can choose the number of prints you will receive from the lab before taking the picture. If someone walks into the picture at the last moment or you change your mind, the print quantity can be zeroed after the picture is taken. Setting the Print Quantity Before taking the picture 1. Press the print button to enter the desired number of prints. · The quantity will be displayed on the data panel. · Press the print button to increase the quantity by one. · The quantity can be set to a maximum of nine. [. . . ] ·Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For very long periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent. ·Before using after prolonged storage, always check the camera's operation to make sure it is functioning properly. BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS ·Check camera operation carefully or take test photographs. ·Minolta is not responsible for damages incurred by equipment malfunction. QUESTIONS AND SERVICE ·If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area. [. . . ]