User manual MINOLTA VECTIC GX-3

[. . . ] under the Berne Convention and Universal Copyright Convention 9222-2281-11 T-B801 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. THIS CAMERA IS SPLASHPROOF AND CAN BE USED IN LIGHT RAIN OR SNOW. · Do not place the camera under running water or immerse. When using the camera outdoors in heavy rain, keep the camera protected from the rain. [. . . ] 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. 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 a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 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 a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. FILM CASSETTE WARNING The film used in Advanced Photo System cameras stores some data magnetically. Do not place the film cassette on or near anything that creates a magnetic field, such as a television or stereo speakers. CAMERA ERROR If the camera will not function with fresh batteries, remove the batteries, wait a few minutes, then reinsert the batteries. If normal operation does not resume, or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility. ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE STRAP Attaching Insert the strap tab into the strap port until it "clicks. " Removing Press the strap release and pull the tab out of the strap port. Thank you for purchasing a Minolta Advanced Photo SystemTM camera. To take part in your active lifestyle, this camera was designed to be rugged and easy to use. Before using your camera, familiarize yourself with the names and locations of the camera controls and read this manual thoroughly. *Advanced Photo SystemTM is a trademark of the five system developing companies, including Minolta New print formats. . . Classic C print, wider H print, and panorama P print formats are available with Advanced Photo System cameras. Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load. . . Advanced Photo System cameras use the new IX240 type film. This new film features drop-in-loading to make loading your camera simple, the first time, every time. Indicators on the cassette tell you and your camera if the film is unexposed, partially exposed, exposed, or processed. In addition to returning your prints in the format you selected, certified photofinishers will return your Advanced Photo System film in its original cassette with an index print. To order reprints, simply choose the images you want from the index print. No more searching through negatives to find the right frame. NAMES OF PARTS Camera Body GX-1 Data panel Viewfinder window* Flash* GX-2 Data panel Shutter-release button Viewfinder window* Flash* GX-3 Data panel Shutter-release button Viewfinder window* Flash* Shutter-release button Lens* Viewfinder* Command switch Lens* Command switch Lens* Viewfinder* Film-chamber release Accessory port Command switch Viewfinder* Accessory port Film-chamber release Release lock Release lock Accessory port Film-chamber release Release lock Battery chamber Strap port Film chamber * Do not touch Film chamber Battery chamber Strap port Battery chamber Strap port Film chamber Data Panel Command switch Image Frames H print P print C print Flash charging indicator Frame counter Battery warning P H C OFF P print (Panorama) H print C print (Classic) Camera off Self-timer INSTALLING THE BATTERY Your camera uses one 3-volt CR2 lithium battery to supply power for all camera operations. [. . . ] When the motor stops, open the film chamber and remove the film. · Remove your film immediately after rewinding. Film left in the camera may reload causing double exposures. SELF TIMER The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately ten seconds. · When the self-timer is selected, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken. · The print format is set to H when the self-timer is selected. 1. Mount the camera on the Handy Tripod (optional) and place on a level surface. 3. [. . . ]