Self-Timer, LAB Services, Caring for Your Camera

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 (not included) and place on a level surface.

2. Set the command switch to .

• will appear in the data panel.

3.Frame your subject(s) inside the H print image frame.

4. Press the shutter-release button all the

way down to take the picture.

• will blink in the data panel during countdown.

LAB SERVICES

Take your film to a Certified Advanced Photo System Photofinishing Service to receive the best possible prints.

Certified photofinishers will provide the following services when you take your film in for processing.

1.CHP - Print Format

Your film will be printed according to the format set when the picture was taken.

2.Film is returned in the cassette.

Film will be returned in its original cassette and the VEI set to to prevent accidental loading.

3.Index Print

An index print with a numbered image of each frame is included with your returned order.

REPRINTS

Images are always captured in the H Print format. However, any of the three formats can be selected when ordering reprints.

CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA

Cleaning

•If the camera body is dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

•To clean the lens cover glass, brush away any dust or sand. If necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the cover glass in a circular motion.

•Remove foreign matter from the gaskets and joining surfaces with a clean, dry cloth when the film and battery chambers are opened.

•Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera.

Before Important Events

•Check camera operation carefully, or take test photographs.

•Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction.

Storage

When storing the camera for extended periods,

•Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For longer periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent.

•Before using after prolonged storage, check the camera’s operation to make sure it’s 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.

•Before shipping your camera for repair, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility for details.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Camera Type:	Waterproof IX240 Lens Shutter Type	Battery:	One CR2 3V lithium battery
Lens:	27mm f/6.4 (approx. equivalent to 34 mm in	Battery performance:	Approximately twenty, 25-exposure rolls
	the 35 mm format)		(Based on Minolta’s standard test method
Viewfinder Magnification:	0.54X		with flash on for 50% of the exposures.)
Focusing:	Fixed 1.0m - ∞ (3.3 ft. - ∞ )	Waterproof:	IPX8 – waterproof to a depth of
Exposure:	Programmed AE		approx. 5m (16 ft.)
Metering Range (ISO 200):	EV 11 - 15	Dimensions:	134.5 x 78 x 48mm (5.3 x 3.1 x 1.9 in.)
Flash Range (ISO 200):	1.0 ~ 3.0m (3.3 ~ 9.8 ft.)	Weight (w/o battery):	240g (8.46 oz.)

Specifications and accessories are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the	If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)	which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may	encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party	measures:
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.	• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B	• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to	• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential	the receiver is connected.
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy	• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that	This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
interference will not occur in a particular installation.	Causing Equipment Regulations.