User manual MINOLTA MAXXUM FLASH 2800AF PART 2

[. . . ] Here you decide the type of image you want to photograph and leave the exposure details to the camera. The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced before June, 1999. Contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service facility to obtain compatibility information for products released after this date. This mark certifies that this product meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use. · · · · · · · Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual. Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/-) reversed. [. . . ] Subject Program Selection Page Portrait Mode 32 Landscape Mode 33 Close-Up Mode 34 Sports Mode 35 Night Portrait Mode 36 Photographing Night Scenes 37 Drive Mode Self Timer Continuous Advance Page 38 39 Press the subject program button to select any one of the following subject program modes. These program modes tell the camera what type of picture your will be taking so that it may customize the settings for that type of picture. Portrait Mode - for portrait photography Landscape Mode - for scenic and travel photography Close-up Mode - for small subjects at close distances Sports Mode - for sports and action photography Night Portrait Mode - for night portrait and night scene photography Each of these functions can be explored independently after basic operation has been mastered. · Every time you turn the main switch to ON, the P (Program) mode is set and P appears in the data panel. 30 31 SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Portrait Mode Portraits have the greatest impact when a shallow depth-of-field* is used to separate the subject from the background. In Portrait mode, the necessary settings are made automatically, leaving you free to capture the perfect expression. * Depth-of-field is the area in front of and behind the point you focused on that appears sharp. Landscape Mode Landscape mode is suited for photographing landscape, scenic or travel photographs. Landscape photography generally requires a large depth of field to make sure everything is in focus. In Landscape mode the camera is automatically set to the smallest aperture possible while maintaining a shutter speed fast enough to prevent blur due to camera shake. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program pointer is under . Press the subject-program button until the subject-program pointer is under . Tips · For best results use a mid-telephoto lens with a large aperture. · Use flash when your subject is backlit or there are strong shadows across the face. · Lock focus on your subject's eyes and be ready to capture the perfect expression. Tips · For best results zoom to a wide view or use a wide angle lens and include a foreground subject or detail to create a feeling of depth in the picture. · Use flash when a subject in the foreground is backlit or has strong shadows across the face. If there is no subject in the foreground, do not use flash. · Use a tripod, especially at slower shutter speeds. 32 33 SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Close-Up Mode Choose the Close-Up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry. In Close-Up mode, the camera automatically sets the best possible aperture and shutter speed for the picture you are taking. Sports Mode Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action. · Self-timer mode is cancelled after the shutter is released. Press the self-timer button or slide the main switch to lock to cancel the self-timer before the shutter releases. 38 39 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL The Quartz-data function lets you record the date or time onto the lower-right corner of the photograph. The quartz data back has an automatic calendar through the year 2019. · Imprinted data may be difficult to read if the lower-right corner of the photograph is bright or non-uniform. · Imprinting size and position may differ according to printing conditions. · Data imprinting may not be possible if temperatures exceed the normal operating range of 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F). Exposing the Date/Time Before taking the picture. . . 1. Press the mode button to choose the data imprinting format. · The display changes as follows: year, month, day 24 hour format no imprinting Print indicator day, month, year month, day, year Select button Adjust button Mode button 2. Take the picture. · If the print indicator blinks after the shutter is released, the data was exposed. 40 41 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL Setting the Date/Time 1. Press the mode button to choose the data imprinting format. · M will appear above the month. Replacing the Battery The quartz data back uses a CR2025 lithium battery, located on the inside of the back cover. Replace the battery if the display or imprinted data becomes dim. 1. Using a coin or similar object, turn the battery cover counter-clockwise, then remove it. 2. Use the select button (SEL) to move between different parts of the displayed data. · The selected part will blink, indicating that it is the data to be changed. 3. Press the adjust button (ADJ) to change the data to the correct value. · Data continues changing as long as the button is held down. [. . . ] · Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals such as moth balls. For long periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent. · Periodically release the camera's shutter to keep it operating properly. · Before using after prolonged storage, check the camera's operation to make sure it is functioning properly. Questions and Service · If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area. [. . . ]