Using the Mode Button, Autoflash, Manual FILL-FLASH

ADVANCED OPERATION

USING THE MODE BUTTON

O	The following modes can be selected:
O	Autoflash (	),
	Autoflash with red-eye reduction (			),
	Manual fill flash (		),
	Flash cancel (	),
	Night portrait (		),
	Continuous mode (		+ ) (O) (P).
P	When you turn the camera on, the built-
	When you turn the camera on, the built-
	in flash is set to autoflash (			).
	• The range of the built-in flash depends
	on the film speed you are using. To
	ensure proper exposure, make sure
	your subject is within the flash range
Q	(Q).
Q	ISO 200 0.8 - 5.6m (2.6 - 18.2 ft.)
	ISO 200 0.8 - 5.6m (2.6 - 18.2 ft.)

ISO 200

AUTOFLASH

The flash will fire automatically when the light level is low.

AUTOFLASH WITH RED-EYE REDUCTION

Use the red-eye reduction mode to reduce

the red-eye effect when photographing in R low light situations. The red-eye reduction lamp will glow for a moment before the flash fires and the picture is taken (R), (S).

The flash will fire automatically when the light level is low.

Press the mode button until appears in the data panel.

• The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.

MANUAL FILL-FLASH

The flash will fire with every shutter release, regardless of lighting. This can be used to reduce harsh, unflattering shadows on your subject’s face.

Press the mode button until appears in the data panel.

• The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.

FLASH CANCEL

With flash-cancel, the flash will not fire. This mode should be used when photographing twilight scenes, subjects that are beyond the flash range, or when flash photography is prohibited.

Press the mode button until appears in the data panel.

•Shutter speeds may be slow when the flash is canceled. Use of a tripod is recommended.

•The flash mode remains selected after the shutter is released.

NIGHT PORTRAIT MODE

In night portrait mode, the camera balances the flash and existing light exposure so you can take beautiful pictures of people at sunset or at night. The flash is set to manual fill-flash.

Press the mode button until appears in the data panel.

•The shutter speed will be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.

•The flash mode will return to autoflash after the shutter is released.

CONTINUOUS-DRIVE MODE

In this mode, the camera continuously takes picture and advances the film

as long as the shutter-release button T is held down.

•This mode is recommended for use only in brightly lit scenes.

Use in low-light situation may result in underexposure.

1.Press the flash-mode button

until is displayed in the

data panel.

•Flash cancel and faster shutter speed is automatically selected.

2.Press and hold the shutter- release button all the way

down.

•The camera will release the shutter and advance the film as long as the shutter- release button is held down (T).

•Continuous-drive mode remains selected after the series is complete.

SELF-TIMER

The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after you press the self-timer button.

U	1. Place the camera on a
U		tripod, then center your
		subject in the focus frame.
	2. Press the self-timer button
		to activate the self-timer.(U)
	•	The self-timer lamp will glow, then
		blink rapidly before the shutter is
		released (V).
	•	To cancel the self-timer, press the
V		shutter-release button, the self-timer
V		button, or turn the camera off.
	•	The self-timer is automatically
		canceled after the shutter releases.
	•	Do not press the self-timer button
		while standing in front of the
		camera.
	•	The self-timer does not operate in
		continuous-drive mode.

CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA

CLEANING

•Keep the AF and meter windows clean or the focus and/or exposure may not be accurate.

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

•To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then, if necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting from the center.

•Never place lens fluid directly on the lens.

•Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.

•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 which may occur due to an equipment malfunction.

STORAGE

When storing the camera for extended periods of time, please follow these guidelines,

•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.

QUESTIONS AND SERVICE

•If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.

•Do not open the film chamber or forcefully remove the cassette if the film cannot be rewound. Contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility.

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

ADVANCED OPERATION